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Preparation for Algebra: Math Advantage
by Harcourt BraceAfter a strategy has been chosen, a good problem solver then decides how to solve the problem. They think about whether using paper or pencil, a calculator, manipulatives, or mental math is the best way to get the answer.
Preparing for the Future (Into Reading, Benchmark 3-6, Level L #3)
by Reggie Holladay Stanford MakishiNIMAC-sourced textbook
Preparing for the North Carolina End-of-Grade: Practice and Sample Test Workbook (Grade #6)
by McGraw-HillThis workbook will help you identify any weaknesses you may have as you prepare to take the Grade 6 EOG Test. Once you've taken the test and it's been graded, complete the Student Recording Chart that is found on page v. Mark an X in the square for each question that you answered incorrectly.
Presenting Buffalo Bill: The Man Who Invented the Wild West
by Candace FlemingEveryone knows the name Buffalo Bill, but few these days know what he did or, in some cases, didn't do. Was he a Pony Express rider? Did he serve Custer at the Battle of Little Big Horn? Did he scalp countless Native Americans, or did he defend their rights?This, the first significant biography of Buffalo Bill Cody for younger readers in many years, explains it all. With copious archival illustrations and a handsome design, Presenting Buffalo Bill makes the great showman come alive for new generations. Extensive back matter, bibliography, and source notes complete the package. This title has Common Core connections.
President George W. Bush
by Beatrice GormleyOur new president, George W. Bush, once said: "I never dreamed about becoming president. When I was growing up, I wanted to be Willie Mays." George W. was born in 1946 and attended Yale University. As a young man, he trained as a fighter pilot in the Texas Air National Guard before beginning a career in business. He then turned to Texas politics and served as governor there from 1994 to 2000. This is the first biography for young people to be published about the forty-third president of the United States, George W. Bush. With up-to-the-minute information and quotes from our new president -- including details of the final days of the campaign and a description of the events from Election Day to acceptance speech -- this book is essential reading for every young student of American history.
President Obama and a New Birth of Freedom: A New Birth of Freedom
by Joseph Cummins"On this day, we gather because we have chosen hope over fear, unity of purpose over conflict and discord . . . . Starting today, we must pick ourselves up, dust ourselves off, and begin again the work of remaking America." Obama and Lincoln, two presidents for the people in unprecedented times in their own inspiring wordsWitness history in the making as Obama takes the oath of office and becomes America's first African American president.Featuring Obama's inaugural addressLincoln's first and second inaugural addressesThe Gettysburg AddressExciting commentaryBiographies of Obama and LincolnTime line of U.S. presidentsAnd fun trivia!
President of Poplar Lane
by Margaret MincksThe Poplar Kids are taking over their middle school in this uproariously funny sequel to Payback on Poplar Lane, which NYT bestselling author Chris Grabenstein called "the funniest book I've read in years."Clover O'Reilly is super psyched to run for class president. As the second oldest of five sisters, she struggles to be heard in her ginormous family. But when you are president of the seventh grade, everyone has listen to you! Comedy magician Mike the Unusual feels confident onstage. Offstage, life can be tricky. It's okay that his classmates don't understand him, but it bugs him when his dad suggests he needs more friends. Is he willing to give up his passion to win friends . . . and votes?Clover and Mike compete to rule their school in this sequel to Payback on Poplar Lane that's filled with scheming advisers, political gaffes, missteps that lead to big laughs... and campaign sabotage!
President of the Whole Sixth Grade: Girl Code (President Ser. #3)
by Sherri WinstonGo-getter Brianna Justice is back and on assignment with her local newspaper in this third book in the popular President series!When budding middle school journalist Brianna Justice learns that Yavonka Steele, rising star of the nightly news broadcast, is looking to mentor a student as part of a program at her school, she's thrilled! That is until she's paired instead with a "boring" reporter from the community news desk. But when she's asked to interview students from a girls' coding program at Price Academy, an inner-city middle school, this suburban girl has no idea what to expect. Will Brianna learn to ignore stereotypes and embrace the world around her?Sherri Winston crafts another winning story in the President series, full of humor, heart, and a deeper examination of stereotypes and how they can throw a wrench in middle school life.
Presidential Elections and Other Cool Facts (2nd edition)
by Syl SobelMuch that we all thought we knew about U. S. presidential elections went out the window with the historic Bush-Gore campaign of 2000. But that wasn't the only unusual election in United States history--merely a recent and surprising contest. The previous edition of Syl Sobel's Presidential Elections was a great introduction to past presidential campaigns for kids. The updated edition is even better! Young readers will find all kinds of interesting facts for their history and social studies classes as they learn--Who can run for president? ... Who can vote? ... What is the Electoral College? ... What is a third-party candidate? ... What if something happens to the president? Some of the unusual facts they'll discover include--Which Republican president had a Democrat for his vice president? ... How many candidates have won the popular vote but lost the election? ... Why was President Truman so happy in 1948, when he read the Chicago Tribune headline that declared: "Dewey Defeats Truman"? Even more interesting, and with Syl Sobel's guidance, boys and girls will explore the dramatic presidential election of 2000, a marathon contest that wasn't decided until five weeks after Election Day.
Presidents of the United States (America Handbooks, A Time For Kids Ser.)
by Editors of TIME For Kids MagazineTIME For Kids presents a complete overview of our nation's chief executives from George Washington to the newly elected 45th president!Did you know that James Monroe was the first president to appear without a wig in public? Or that George W. Bush appointed the first African-American secretary of state? Presidents of the United States invites the reader inside the White House to discover fascinating facts about the U.S. commanders-in-chief-their origins, accomplishments, and place in history-as told through famous quotes, important historical dates, and a timeline of events. Special sections cover the election process, the branches of government, and the role of presidents in the expansion of our nation from before the 13 colonies through westward expansion. With more than 200 photographs, illustrations, portrait reproductions, and maps.
Preteen Devotional for Boys: 52 Weeks of Scripture and Guidance to Grow in Faith and Character
by Shane Hansen52 Weeks of Encouraging Devotions and Prayers for Boys Ages 10–12 to Grow in Faith and CharacterThis candid and conversational devotional encourages a boy&’s Christian faith to prepare him for the teen years. Shane Hansen, an experienced life coach with a passion for guiding the next generation, discusses and interprets scripture in a way that makes it easy for preteen boys to understand. He speaks to everyday concerns, like friendships, fitting in, puberty, and dealing with your emotions, and reminds readers that God is with them every step of the way. 52 weekly devotions provide discussions of scripture and how God's word can help find solutions and security Friendly, encouraging tone strikes the perfect balance of wise, supportive mentorship and relatability Open-ended prompts are thought-provoking and encourages preteens to trust God and themselves A path to regular practice of Bible study and prayer is carved out through one devotion per week, easing preteens into a natural interest and desire for study and reflection
Preteen Devotional for Girls: 52 Weeks of Encouraging Devotions and Scriptures for Tweens
by Brittany Rust52 weeks of uplifting devotions and prayers for girls ages 10−12The preteen years can be complicated, and this conversational devotional helps girls find their voice and inner strength through God&’s love and light. Brittany Rust, an experienced Bible teacher with a passion for helpin teens know God and His Word, discusses and interprets Scripture in a way that makes it easy for kids to understand and speaks to everyday preteen concerns, like friends and cliques, self-esteem, privacy, social media, and crushes.Preteen Devotional for Girls features: • 52 weekly devotions organized by themes like &“Relationships,&” &“Faith,&” and &“Feelings and Identity&” provide discussions of Scripture and how God&’s word can help find solutions and security • Friendly, encouraging tone strikes the perfect balance of wise, supportive mentorship and relatability • Open-ended prompts are thought-provoking and encourage preteens to trust God and themselves • A path to regular practice of Bible study and prayer is carved out through one devotion per week, easing tweens into a natural interest and desire for study and reflection • The full-color pages and fun design create an interactive experience and boost creativity and self-expression
Prettiest Doll
by Gina Willner-Pardo"It's good to be pretty. I'm really lucky." So begins the story of thirteen-year-old Olivia, or Liv, who started winning beauty pageants at age three. Lately she's been wondering, however, if that's all she is. She gets a chance to find out when she meets a runaway named Dan and they embark on a trip to Chicago, each determined to uncover family secrets. This story of two teens from very different backgrounds making their way in a world preoccupied with physical appearance sparkles with wry humor, romance, and a revealing behind-the-scenes glimpse at the world of beauty pageants. This ebook includes a sample chapter of THE HARD KIND OF PROMISE.
Pretty Fierce
by Kieran ScottAn action-packed, edge-of-your-seat novel about a teen who, when backed into a corner, fights back, from the author of What Waits in the WoodsKaia has been on the run her whole life. The daughter of professional assassins, she knows danger-and she'll do anything to survive. After her parents vanished during a job gone bad, Kaia's spent the last year in hiding, trying to blend in as an ordinary teenager, and there's no one who makes her feel more normal, more special, than her boyfriend, Oliver. But when she's jumped by a hit man and Oliver catches her fighting back, Kaia's secret is exposed. In a split-second decision, she flees her small town, taking Oliver with her. With hit men stalking their every move, can Kaia and Oliver protect each other long enough to uncover the mysteries of her past?
Pretty Is
by Elizabeth HolmesSnip! With one cut of the scissors, Erin’s social life changes absolutely. It’s hard enough being a new girl, but it’s that much worse to have a dorky older sister in the same school. When she is snubbed by the pretty and popular crowd, Erin commits an over-the-top vengeful act. This novel focuses on issues of family loyalty, peer pressure, and the desperate desire to belong. How Erin comes to terms with what she has done and with her sister makes this book a good choice for any girl threading her way through the challenging corridors of middle school.
Pretty Ugly (Bluford Series #18)
by Karyn Langhorne FolanWhen Jamee Wills stands up for a shy new girl at Bluford High, she becomes the bullies target. The trouble starts at cheerleading practice when Vanessa begins teasing Angel McAllister, a shy new girl at Bluford High. When the insults turn nasty, Jamee tries to stop them. She wins Angel's friendship but makes many enemies.
Priceless (Crime Travelers Spy School Mystery #3)
by Paul AertkerLucas Benes faces his greatest challenge yet when he finds a secret message from his mother hidden inside a sunken cargo container. In a near-death scuba-diving experience, Lucas and the New Resistance kids learn that Good Company CEO Siba Gunerro--along with her newest and most beautiful Curukians--is planning a massive art heist. Lucas and friends scour the Spanish countryside looking for clues. But to unravel the mysteries of both the robbery and the cryptic message, Lucas must first discover the only thing that is worth more than priceless.
Pride and Prejudice (Classic Lines)
by Jane AustenIt is a truth universally acknowledged that Jane Austens Pride and Prejudice is one of the best-loved novels of all time--and today, its more popular than ever. When the wealthy and very eligible bachelor Charles Bingley purchases an estate in the Bennets small town, he and the beautiful Jane immediately fall in love. But Bingleys arrogant friend Darcy just as quickly alienates Lizzy when she overhears him speaking dismissively of her. These first impressions have lasting repercussions for Jane, Elizabeth, and their whole family. Rich in wit and wisdom, humor and humanity, Pride and Prejudice takes a probing, entertaining look at the nature of love, money, and power in Georgian England.
Pride and Prejudice: Mary's Story (Dover Thrift Editions)
by Jane AustenOne of the most universally loved and admired English novels, Pride and Prejudice was penned as a popular entertainment. But the consummate artistry of Jane Austen (1775-1817) transformed this effervescent tale of rural romance into a witty, shrewdly observed satire of English country life that is now regarded as one of the principal treasures of English language.In a remote Hertfordshire village, far off the good coach roads of George III's England, a country squire of no great means must marry off his five vivacious daughters. At the heart of this all-consuming enterprise are his headstrong second daughter Elizabeth Bennet and her aristocratic suitor Fitzwilliam Darcy -- two lovers whose pride must be humbled and prejudices dissolved before the novel can come to its splendid conclusion.A selection of the Common Core State Standards Initiative.
Pride: Celebrating Diversity & Community
by Robin StevensonFor LGBTQ people and their supporters, Pride events are an opportunity to honor the past, protest injustice, and celebrate a diverse and vibrant community. The high point of Pride, the Pride Parade, is spectacular and colorful. But there is a whole lot more to Pride than rainbow flags and amazing outfits. How did Pride come to be? And what does Pride mean to the people who celebrate it?
Pride: The Celebration and the Struggle
by Robin StevensonLike the original version, this new edition of Pride: The Celebration and the Struggle celebrates the LGBTQ+ community's diversity and the incredible victories of the past 50 years—but it also has a larger focus on activism, the need to keep fighting for equality and freedom around the world and the important role that young people are playing. The new edition has been updated and expanded to include many new Proud Moments and Queer Facts as well as a profile of LGBTQ+ refugees from Indonesia, a story about a Pride celebration in a refugee camp in Kenya and profiles of young activists, including teens from a Gender and Sexuality Alliance organizing Pride in Inuvik and a trans girl from Vancouver fighting for inclusion and support in schools. There is also a section on being an ally, a profile of a family with two gay dads (one of them trans) and much, much more!
Prime Evil: Prime Evil (Cyberia #3)
by Chris LynchFrom National Book Award nominee Chris Lynch, the third action-and-humor-filled futuristic series about talking pets who are tired of being pets ... and the boy who must help them.Zane and his animal comrades have foiled Dr. Gristle's terrible plots twice--he can't talk to animals, and he can't get at the heart of what makes them wild. Zane can talk to them. He can understand them. He almost is one. Almost. Zane keeps getting in Dr. Gristle's way though - and he's being sent as far out of the way as Gristle can get him. In fact, he's being sent right into the middle of a new plot of the bad doctor's--and in his new, utterly foreign surroundings, he's entirely too human.
Prime Time, Factors and Multiples
by Glenda Lappan James T. Fey William M. FitzgeraldNIMAC-sourced textbook
Prime Time, Factors and Multiples
by Glenda Lappan James T. Fey William M. FitzgeraldNIMAC-sourced textbook