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Roar of the Thunder Dragon: A Branches Book (Dragon Masters #8)
by Tracey WestA mysterious Dragon Master has kidnapped the Lightning Dragon!Pick a book. Grow a Reader!This series is part of Scholastic's early chapter book line, Branches, aimed at newly independent readers. With easy-to-read text, high-interest content, fast-paced plots, and illustrations on every page, these books will boost reading confidence and stamina. Branches books help readers grow!In book #8, Drake and the rest of the Dragon Masters are searching for Lalo the baby Lightning Dragon! Lalo was kidnapped by Eko -- Griffith's first Dragon Master. Eko ran away with her Thunder Dragon, Neru, years ago. Now she's back and she wants to kidnap every dragon in the kingdom! Can Drake and the other Dragon Masters rescue Lalo and stop Eko before it's too late?
Roar! (Readers)
by Stephanie Warren DrimmerExplore the amazing animals of Africa! Travel through the savanna, jungle, and desert to meet lions, elephants, giraffes, and more animals in this leveled reader about the most popular African safari animals that's perfect for advanced readers.Packed with weird-but-true facts and tons of animal info, this Level 3 Reader tours the diverse grasslands, watering holes, rain forests, and deserts of Africa. Get up close to some of the most amazing animals in Africa, including big cats, crocs, pangolins, hippos, rhinos, elephants, and more. Find out how fast a cheetah can sprint, how much a croc can fit in its massive jaws, and more wild stuff. Kids also get an introduction to the importance of animal conservation. National Geographic Fact Readers feature the same expert-vetted running text as traditional readers--with a bonus of 100 fun facts sprinkled throughout! A fact roundup at the end of each book lets kids review what they've learned. (Plus, they can impress their friends with their animal expertise!)
Robert Ballard: Deepwater Explorer
by Jeffrey B. Fuerst Racheal RiceHow can you get eyes on the ocean floor at depths that would crush a human? Robert Ballard discovered how: using remotely operated vehicles equipped with cameras. Ballard combed the ocean floor looking for the Titanic, which tragically sank in 1912 on its very first voyage. His quest to find the grandest ship ever built led to technology that gave us the chance to discover more about Earth's oceans than ever before.
Robert Fulton, Boy Craftsman
by Marguerite HenryRobert Fulton-Boy Craftsman is the biography for children that talks about young Robert Fulton - the helpful, responsible boy who grew up to become a portrait and landscape artist, an engineer, and an inventor who constructed the first successful steamboat.
Robert Louis Stevenson's Treasure Island: Israel Hands"
by Robert Louis Stevenson Jeffrey B. Fuerst Ovi HondruRobert Louis Stevenson's Treasure Island is the classic pirate adventure. It has a map marked with an X, buried treasure on a tiny Caribbean island, and cutthroat, deceiving pirates. In this adaptation of a chapter from the novel, teenage cabin boy Jim Hawkins sneaks back on board his captured ship hoping to bring it to shore. But can he trust the pirate Israel Hands to help him?
Robert Louis Stevenson's Treasure Island: The Treasure Hunt
by Jeffrey Fuerst Karen PhelpsPerform this script about Jim Hawkins's encounters with pirates while searching for the lost treasure of Captain Flint.
Robert Rows the River
by Carolyn HaywoodRobert's parents taught him to row from a young age and he loved to row up and down the Thames in England near London. While on the river Robert discovered new adventures, new friends and new treasures from a carved lion, a monkey a young Romany boy named Aaron, and helps solve a mystery of who stole the new sailboat.
Robert Winston: How Science and Technology Changed the World
by Robert WinstonLet Professor Robert Winston take you on a scientific journey through human history in this fact-packed science book.Delve into the stories of history&’s most influential scientific experiments, inventions and life-changing discoveries that have impacted our understanding and changed the world in this science book for kids aged 7-9.Robert Winston&’s The Story of Science will teach children about the incredible world of science through fascinating facts, innovative inventions, and daring discoveries. Learn how random accidents have led to some of the greatest findings our world has ever seen, and how anybody who dares to dream can be successful.This fascinating science book for children offers:- Expertly written and accessible text by Robert Winston for children of the appropriate age to understand and enjoy even trickier concepts.- An exploration of each invention&’s past, present, and future development that is explored for a thorough and modern look at the role of science, technology and design in our everyday lives.- The answers to some of the most fascinating queries on the history of our world; piquing children&’s curiosities and sparking interest.From the creation of dynamite and the world&’s first printer, to magical medicine and the discovery of soap; science really is the pioneering study that has the power to change everything! This book of amazing scientific concepts and discoveries covers a wide range of topics to inspire the next generation of young minds.
Roberto Clemente: Orgullo de los Piratas de Pittsburgh
by Jonah Winter Raúl ColónNIMAC-sourced textbook
Roberto Clemente: Pride of the Pittsburgh Pirates
by Jonah WinterOn an island called Puerto Rico, there lived a little boy who wanted only to play baseball. Although he had no money, Roberto Clemente practiced and practiced until--eventually--he made it to the Major Leagues. America! As a right-fielder for the Pittsburgh Pirates, he fought tough opponents--and even tougher racism--but with his unreal catches and swift feet, he earned his nickname, "The Great One." He led the Pirates to two World Series, hit 3,000 hits, and was the first Latino to be inducted into the Hall of Fame. But it wasn't just baseball that made Clemente legendary--he was was also a humanitarian dedicated to improving the lives of others.
Roberto Clemente: Young Baseball Player
by Meryl Henderson Montrew DunhamTraces the personal life and baseball career of the Puerto Rican baseball superstar, from his childhood love of the game through his professional career and untimely death to his election to the Hall of Fame in 1973.
Roberto: The Insect Architect
by Nina LadenEver since he was a wee mite (a termite, that is), Roberto has wanted to be an architect. Discouraged by his wood-eating family and friends, he decides to follow his dream to the big, bug city. There he meets a slew of not-so-creepy, crawly characters who spark in him the courage to build a community for them all.With stunning collage illustrations and witty text, the creator of the bestselling The Night I Followed the Dog, Private I. Guana, and When Pigasso Met Mootisse brings to life a funny and inspirational story that will encourage readers of any age to build their dreams.
Robin Hood
by J. Walker McspaddenRobin Hood and his merry men have been apart of American culture for generations. Their lives living in Sherwood Forest while fighting the Sheriff have graced books, comics, movies and TV. Robin and his men stole from the rich and gave to the poor. Their adventures are full of sword flights, daring escapes, romance with the beautiful Maid Marion, and the humor of Friar Tuck. After seeing the movies and the TV shows it is a delight to go back and read the original
Robin Hood
by Neil PhilipRecounts the life and adventures of Robin Hood, who, with his band of followers, lived in Sherwood Forest as an outlaw dedicated to fighting tyranny.
Robin Hood (A Stepping Stone Book(TM))
by Domenick D'Andrea Annie IngleLife in Sherwood Forest has never been livelier than with this selection of tales of the fun-loving outlaw and his merry men. A fast-moving adaptation of the classic adventure will delight older slow readers as well as kids reading on grade level.
Robin Hood (Dover Children's Thrift Classics)
by Bob BlaisdellThe legendary outlaw and his merry men spring to life again, thrilling young readers with feats of daring and valor. Join Robin, Little John, Friar Tuck, Maid Marian, and the other Sherwood Forest denizens in their struggle against the wicked Sheriff of Nottingham and their pursuit of freedom and justice.
Robin Hood Shoots for the Queen: A Legend from England
by Jeannette Sanderson Jeffrey Fuerst James BaldessariPerform this legend from England about a queen who wants Robin Hood to shoot for her at the king's archery tournament.
Robin Hood, The One Who Looked Good in Green: Twice Upon A Time #4 (Twice Upon a Time #4)
by Wendy MassAn exciting new story in the Twice Upon A Time series from Wendy Mass!There's two sides to every story . . . this time it's Robin Hood and Maid Marian like you've never seen them before.
Robin Hood, Time Traveler: A Graphic Novel (Far Out Classic Stories)
by Benjamin HarperIn the distant future, kid-genius Robin Hood has invented amazing time-traveling technology! Except his company only wants to use the tech to make sure history stays exactly the same. So Robin decides to take matters into his own hands, jump through time, and help people throughout the ages! Along the way the time traveler teams up with other caring kids, but with Robin's heartless boss chasing the group, how much longer can they keep up this noble quest? With Far Out Classic Stories, experience the tale of Robin Hood like never before in this twisted graphic novel retelling for kids!
Robin Hood: The Classic Adventure Tale (Collector's Classics Ser.)
by Anne Yvonne Gilbert Nicky Raven Otto BathurstA beautifully illustrated edition of the classic adventure tale!Venture into Sherwood Forest with Robin Hood and his band of rebel outlaws, as they fight against injustice and the evil plotting of Guy of Gisburn. In this captivating tale, Robin Hood must defy the law and face danger to battle corruption, guard the rights of the oppressed, and protect the woman he loves. This new telling combines elements of the many tales surrounding the legendary Robin Hood with modern storytelling. Lavishly illustrated throughout by award-winning artist Anne Yvonne Gilbert and presented in a beautiful jacketed format, this fine edition will appeal to lovers of the legend and newcomers to the story alike.
Robin at Hickory Street (Backyard Books)
by Dana Meachen RauWhile searching for a new home where he can begin a family, Robin often hears "no vacancy" and "no trespassing" chirped at him. Pictures are described. Robin at Hickory Street is one of the SMITHSONIAN'S BACKYARD books, a series of books to excite children about animals they might see outside their windows developed by National Museum of Natural History (a Smithsonian Institution Museum). It is a colorful science book for children from preschool through second grade.
Robin's Worlds
by Rainie OetA nonbinary child is whisked off on a spellbinding adventure for their birthday in this dazzling tale of friendship, community, and self-love.It&’s Robin&’s eighth birthday and it seems like everyone has forgotten. But things take a sudden turn when the Cat-Headed Wanderer shows up and sweeps Robin away to a magical party in a fantastical treehouse. It&’s a joyful celebration full of song, dance, and newfound friends, but Robin soon realizes there&’s another reason they&’ve been brought there. To uncover that reason, all Robin needs to do is walk through the half-open door in the back—but what lies beyond?Rainie Oet&’s enchanting language and Mathias Ball&’s stunning illustrations will sweep young readers off their feet, as they follow Robin on this fantastical and deeply moving adventure of discovering themself through the joy of new friends and the memory of loved ones lost along the way.
Robins!: How They Grow Up
by Eileen Christelow<P>Robins are the most familiar and beloved of all birds, found throughout North America and celebrated as one of the first signs of spring. But there's a lot about them that most people don’t know! <P>In this visually stunning picture book that features comic-book panels combined with painterly illustrations, Eileen Christelow tells the story of two young robins’ first year, and reveals plenty of little-known facts that are sure to captivate young naturalists. <P>Narrated with humor and filled with kid-pleasing details, this fascinating account of how robins grow up includes an Author’s Note, Glossary, More About Robins, and Sources. <P><B>Winner of the 2018 Riverby Award</b>