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Space Telescopes: Instagram Of The Stars (Future Space Ser.)
by Andrew LangleyOver the last 400 years, telescope technology has come a long way. From dying stars to burping black holes, take a look at the most exciting discoveries in deep space.
Space for Everyone
by Seina WedlickThis lyrical and heartwarming picture book follows a Nigerian girl who worries about her family's upcoming move. But she soon realizes that no matter where they go, there will always be room at their kitchen table for her community to gather around.When Zainab runs down the stairs in the morning, she knows what she'll find: Papa cooking at the stove, Mama pouring tea, and then everyone gathering around the family table. Neighbors stop by, and there's plenty of room for them, too. There are so many beloved rituals that happen at the table: homework and crafts, aunties coming to plait hair, and festive gatherings with neighbors and relatives. But soon boxes start piling up around the house, and Zainab worries about the move—will the rituals feel the same in her new home?In the new house, the family table still feels cozy to sit around. And soon, old neighbors and new friends stop by, and everyone is welcome at the table. Meg Medina's Evelyn Del Ray is Moving Away meets Peter H. Reynolds's Our Table in this heartwarming story about how difficult it is to move, but how connecting with community makes everything better.
Space, Incorporated: The Future Of Commercial Space Travel (Future Space Ser.)
by Tamra B. OrrSpace isn’t just the final frontier-it’s big business! From exploration to space vacations, learn how private businesses are transforming the future of space travel and exploration.
Space: Planets, Moons, Stars, And More! (Step into Reading)
by Joe RhatiganLearn about our solar system in this Step 3 Science Reader packed with NASA photos and space facts! Step into Reading, the most trusted name in early readers, delivers an introduction to the final frontier that kids can read themselves! For up-to-date information (including about Pluto and its fellow dwarf planets) and stellar photos and illustrations, kids eager for mind-blowing nonfiction need look no further! Step 3 Readers feature engaging characters in easy-to-follow plots about popular topics. They are ideal for children who are ready to read on their own.
Spaced Out: Space Case; Spaced Out; Waste Of Space (Moon Base Alpha #2)
by Stuart GibbsIn this New York Times bestselling novel the moon base commander has gone missing and Dash Gibson is on the case. The second mind-boggling mystery of the Moon Base Alpha series from beloved author Stuart Gibbs.There’s nowhere to hide on the world’s first moon base. After all, it’s only the size of a soccer field. So when Nina Stack, the commander of Moon Base Alpha, mysteriously vanishes, the Moonies are at a total loss. Though he may be just twelve years old, Dashiell Gibson is the best detective they’ve got. But this confusing mystery pushes Dash to his limits. Especially since Dash accidentally made contact with an alien and has to keep it a secret. With the fate of the entire human race hanging in the balance, will Dash be able to solve the mystery of the missing Moonie?
Spaceheadz Book #2! (Spaceheadz Ser. #2)
by Jon ScieszkaThe campaign to save the earth from being turned off is going well, but Michael K. must enlist fellow fifth-graders Venus and TJ to help hide the SPHDZ from Agent Umber, especially when they become involved in a school play.
Spaces & Places: Designing Classrooms for Literacy
by Debbie DillerFrom Debbie Diller, author of numerous best-selling books and videos on literacy work stations and small group reading instruction, comes another practical resource filled with ideas you can use immediately to better manage your classroom and support student learning and independence. In Spaces & Places: Designing Classrooms for Literacy' you' ll find a wealth of full-color photos from all sorts of classroom spaces in PreK-5th grade, including well-organized areas for whole group and small group reading instruction, classroom libraries, literacy work stations, teacher desks, and storage areas. You' ll love the before and after pictures and the step-by-step processes outlined for organizing your furniture and cabinets, setting up your room space by space, and using your walls thoughtfully. Diller' has even documented how to pack your room at the end of the year to save time next fall (so you can focus on thinking about instruction) and what to do if you must move all your belongings. Through pictures and text, this unique visual reference answers tough questions educators ask, such as: What do I really need in my room and what' s the best way to set it up? How does my physical classroom impact student learning? How can I find the space I need to teach more effectively? What can I get rid of and how? Where do I put all my stuff?Charts, reproducible forms, motivating quotes, a list of shopping sources, and reflection questions are included, along with a section outlining ten specific suggestions for on-going staff development. Whether or not you implement literacy work stations in your classroom, Spaces & Placesincludes everything you need to look deeply at classroom space and how it supports instruction.
Spaceship to Saturn
by Hugh WaltersWhen the famous astronauts Chris Godfrey and his team are scheduled for a trip to Saturn, they are at first shocked to learn that they will be put into "deep freeze", a process called hypothermia, in order to make the long voyage possible. As on another voyage, the telepathic twins are enlisted for the project. Also frozen, they manage to avert disaster by sending warning signals even during their deep sleep. Extreme danger develops when Saturn's rings exert more gravitation than anticipated - pulling the spaceship into what seems certain destruction...
Spacesuits (Smithsonian)
by James BuckleyWhat does an astronaut wear to work? Find out in this space-age Penguin-Smithsonian reader!If you're going to orbit the Earth, moonwalk, or float in space, you need the right outfit. From helmet to space boots, every part of an astronaut's spacesuit is designed for survival. This reader, developed with Smithsonian's popular Air and Space Museum, provides a close look at the suits, boots, helmets, gloves, and other gear astronauts have worn into space, from the early days of space exploration to the present-day.
Spaniels: Loyal Hunting Companions (Hunting Dogs)
by Tammy GagneSpaniels are multitalented hunting dogs—they track, flush, and retrieve game for their owners. Read about the different spaniel breeds and what makes them great hunting companions and loyal friends.
Spanish Is the Language of My Family
by Michael GenhartAn intergenerational story of family ties, cultural pride, and spelling bee victory following a young boy who bonds with his beloved abuela over a love of Spanish. <P><P> As a boy prepares for his school’s Spanish spelling bee, he asks his grandmother for help with some of the words he doesn’t know how to spell yet. When she studies with him, she tells him how different things were back when she was a girl, when she was only allowed to speak English in school. This only inspires him to study even harder and make his family proud. <P><P> Based on stories author Michael Genhart heard from his mother as a child, Spanish is the Language of My Family is about the joy of sharing cultural heritage with our families, inspired by the generations of Latino people were punished for speaking Spanish and the many ways new generations are rejuvenating the language. <P><P> Simultaneously published in Spanish as El español es la lengua de mi familia, Michael Genhart’s text is as touching as it is poignant, and it’s paired with the striking artwork of multiple Pura Belpre Award-Winning Illustrator John Parra. Extensive material at the back of the book includes essays from the author about the history of Spanish suppression in U.S. schools and information about the Spanish alphabet. <P><P><i>Advisory: Bookshare has learned that this book offers only partial accessibility. We have kept it in the collection because it is useful for some of our members. Benetech is actively working on projects to improve accessibility issues such as these.</i>
Spanish Omelette (Rigby PM Collection Ruby (Levels 27-28), Fountas & Pinnell Select Collections Grade 3 Level Q)
by Jackie Tidey Trish HillThe story engages children to taste vocabulary with the recipe of Spanish Omelette. Individual Student Edition Silver (levels 23-24)
Spanish for Everyone Junior: 5 Words a Day (DK 5-Words a Day)
by DKHelp your child master Spanish vocabulary — five words at a time! Learn 1,000 Spanish words over the course of a year with this Spanish workbook for beginners! It&’s an essential vocabulary builder for young children who are starting to learn their first Spanish words.Discover the perfect introduction to Spanish for children ages 6-9. It&’s the ultimate Spanish lesson for kids! It includes: • Beautifully illustrated scenes that teach and test five words at a time. New vocabulary is practiced again at the end of each week in two pages of exercises. • Clever flaps on the jacket that cover the scene so your child can practice what they have just learned. • Uses the effective rote-learning method to teach new vocabulary. • Teaches a range of nouns and verbs that are useful in everyday life. Audio is available online and via a handy app to help with pronunciation. This unique Spanish teaching guide contains everything your child needs to acquire a firm grasp of the Spanish language in a fun and interactive way! Each week, 20 new words are presented over four days, and on the fifth day, your child can practice the words they have just learned. This will help them build up a vocabulary of more than 1,000 Spanish words over the course of a year! From animals and sports to colors and plants, Spanish for Everyone Junior teaches a mix of nouns and verbs through stunning illustrations with each new word clearly labeled. This encourages young learners to memorize the words before covering them with the cleverly designed flaps and testing their new knowledge. Accompanying audio means that children are also able to practice their Spanish pronunciation as many times as they want.More titles in the series to exploreThe colorful, clear and comprehensive 5 Words a Day series from DK lays the foundations for your child's journey in learning a foreign language, at school or home. Look out for other workbooks in the series! Help your child learn, practice and understand 1,000 French words in French for Everyone Junior: 5 Words a Day.
Spanish-English Picture Dictionary (First Bilingual Picture Dictionaries)
by Louise Millar Susan Martineau Catherine BruzzoneAre there kids in your life who want to learn Spanish? This is the perfect dictionary! Included are pages filled with bright and colorful pictures and bilingual labels to help teach Spanish words to English speaking children.Parents, teachers, and gift givers will find:350 illustrations of familiar objectsPictures labeled with the English word followed by its Spanish equivalentPhonetic spellings of Spanish wordsWords grouped by themesThis dictionary is a fun way for young English-speaking children to build a basic vocabulary in Spanish. It's never too soon to start teaching boys and girls a second language!
Spark of Rebellion: A Star Wars Rebels Cinestory Comic (Star Wars Rebels Cinestory Comic Ser. #1)
by DisneyThe epic tradition of the legendary Star Wars saga contitnues with Star Wars Rebels. It is a dark time in the galaxy as the evil Galactic Empire rules with an iron fist. Imperial forces have occupied a remote planet, ruining the lives of its people. A ragtag band of rebels-Kanan, Hera, Sabine, Zeb, Chopper, and Ezra-have taken a brave stand against the ruthless oppression of the Empire in a fight to restore peace and freedom to the galaxy. Join the Rebellion with the first five episodes of the hit Disney XD show, retold in graphic novel format. <P><P> <i>Advisory: Bookshare has learned that this book offers only partial accessibility. We have kept it in the collection because it is useful for some of our members. Benetech is actively working on projects to improve accessibility issues such as these.</i>
Sparkle
by Lakita WilsonAfter twelve-year-old aspiring superstar, Sparkle Moore, is diagnosed with alopecia, she must navigate family, friends, and her own self-esteem with the added challenge of losing her hair. Perfect for fans of Stand Up, Yumi Chung! and From the Desk of Zoe Washington.Sparkle Moore is destined to be a star. Her mother is determined to turn her and her younger sister, Nova, into social media influencers and budding superstars. And after her dad has lost work as a sitcom actor, Sparkle wants to do whatever she can to help her family financially, too.But at the onset of middle school, Sparkle begins losing her hair—first her lashes, then her eyebrows, and then small circular bald spots appear in various sections on her head. It&’s hard enough having to go to school and hide her diagnosis from her friends—all while they&’re trying out for big roles in the school play—but Sparkle quickly has to deal with weird medications, itchy wigs, and lost opportunities her mom has wrangled, including a big shampoo commercial.Despite everything she might do to hide what&’s happening, and all her work keeping her friends together, when Sparkle&’s secrets start coming to the surface—Sparkle has to come to terms with the changes in her life and show her classmates and her family what she can do with or without hair.
Sparkle Fairies and the Imaginaries: Daisy Dreamer And The Totally True Imaginary Friend; Daisy Dreamer And The World Of Make-believe; Sparkle Fairies And The Imaginaries; The Not-so-pretty Pixies (Daisy Dreamer #3)
by Genevieve Santos Holly AnnaHi! I’m Daisy Dreamer and my totally true imaginary friend Posey invited me to his amazing World of Make-Believe! Oh, and this time my best friends Lily and Jasmine are coming, too!Friends are the best. I mean, I don’t know what I’d ever do without Jasmine and Lily in my life. They stand by my side, always make me laugh, and are the best listeners in the whole wide world. We share everything. That’s why I’m inviting them to the World of Make-Believe! Isn’t that the best idea ever? Obviously. Oh wait, I have an even better idea. You should come, too! Posey, my totally true imaginary friend, is going to tell us all about the Sparkle Fairies and the Imaginaries. All you have to do is start reading! I’ll see you there! With easy-to-read language and illustrations on almost every page, the Daisy Dreamer chapter books are perfect for emerging readers.
Sparkle Pigs #1: Carrot Chaos (Sparkle Pigs #1)
by Kit HollidayThe first book in an accessible new chapter book series with adorable black and white illustrations and plenty of reading encouragement along the way, Sparkle Pigs is a laugh-out-loud, warm, and glittery series of guinea pig adventures that’s perfect for fans of Dave the Unicorn and Claude.Squeak, squeak! What could be better than a dress-up costume? A guinea pig in a dress-up costume! Welcome to the world of Sparkle Pigs!Muffin and Ziggy are complete opposites; they have no chance of becoming friends. That is, until the two guinea pigs discover a door at the back of their new hutch. A door…or is it a portal?Once they cross the threshold, Muffin and Ziggy are whisked off to Piggieland, where no guinea pig is complete without the perfect party outfit. Feather boa? For sure! Cape? Born to wear one! But the residents of Piggieland need help, and Muffin and Ziggy are just the pigs for the job. They’ll have to come together if they want to succeed! Sparkle Pigs is the answer to every new reader who has a love for My Little Pony, Sparkleton, or guinea pigs in fancy costumes—and who isn’t a fan of that?
Sparkle Pigs #2: Piggie Parade (Sparkle Pigs #2)
by Kit HollidayThe second book in an accessible new chapter book series with adorable black and white illustrations and plenty of reading encouragement along the way, Sparkle Pigs is a laugh-out-loud, warm, and glittery series of guinea pig adventures that’s perfect for fans of Dave the Unicorn and Claude.Squeak, squeak! What could be better than a dress-up costume? A guinea pig in a dress-up costume! Welcome to the world of Sparkle Pigs!The Sparkle Pigs are hosting a Grand Sparkle Parade, and Muffin and Ziggy—polar opposites, unexpected friends, and dynamic duo—are the guests of honor after saving the Carrot Party in their last visit to Piggieland!The dress code will be fabulous. The sparkles will be everywhere. This guinea piggie parade is guaranteed to be spectacular!But leading a parade is no easy task, and Muffin and Ziggy are going to have to rely on each other to overcome the obstacles on the way. In fact, they might even find that the surprises along the way are the most fun of all!Sparkle Pigs is the answer to every new reader who has a love for My Little Pony, Sparkleton, or guinea pigs in fancy costumes—and who isn’t a fan of that?
Sparkle Pigs #3: Sparkly Spotlight (Sparkle Pigs #3)
by Kit HollidayThe third book in an accessible new chapter book series with adorable black and white illustrations and plenty of reading encouragement along the way, Sparkle Pigs is a laugh-out-loud, warm, and glittery series of guinea pig adventures that’s perfect for fans of Dave the Unicorn and Claude.Squeak, squeak! What could be better than a dress-up costume? A guinea pig in a dress-up costume! Welcome to the world of Sparkle Pigs!The time has come for the annual Sparkle Pig Talent Show!Guinea pigs from all over Piggieland will come and showcase their fabulous talents: Playing the trumpet flower! Unpeeling a mandarin in a single spiral! Patting their heads while rubbing their bellies!Muffin and Ziggy—polar opposites, unexpected friends, and dynamic duo—are ready to take the stage. But before they can, another piggie’s magical talent goes astray, and suddenly all the Sparkle Pigs become…Sparkle Bunnies?!Ziggy and Muffin will have to work together to solve this bunny business and restore all the guinea pigs to their true selves!Sparkle Pigs is the answer to every new reader who has a love for My Little Pony, Sparkleton, or guinea pigs in fancy costumes—and who isn’t a fan of that?
Sparkle Statue: Book 27
by Rosie BanksQueen Malice has decided that Summer, Jasmine and Ellie are the cause of all her problems - so she's stolen their special talents!The only way to get their gifts back is to award four special talent prizes. But how can the girls give Jasper the Art Imp the Sparkle Statue without Ellie's artistic ability?
Sparkle and Iggy Take Flight #2 (Superpower Puppies)
by Corey PowellJoin Sparkle—a small, sassy puppy with a superpower—on a magical adventure to find the rest of her pack! Perfect for fans of the Magic Puppy series.Siblings Moose, Sparkle, Rocky, and Tobey are superpuppies. Each pup has a special power that will help them with their mission of keeping humans safe—from super strength to flight to phasing through objects to teleportation.But when the big dogs in their superpack go missing, it&’s up to the superpuppies to save the day. Will Sparkle be able to find a human companion to help her?
Sparkle the Circus Pony (Magic Pony Carousel #1)
by Poppy Shire Ron BergThe Magic Pony Carousel has come to town! Megan loves ponies. When she sees Sparkle, a beautiful circus pony with a pink headdress, she knows he's meant for her. Then she climbs onto Sparkle and the carousel magically carries them to a real circus, where the performers need Megan's help with their grand finale. Can Megan and Sparkle save the circus?
Sparkleton #3: The Mini Mistake (HarperChapters)
by Calliope GlassSparkleton accidentally shrinks his friends before the big talent show in the third book of this full-color early chapter book series about a wishful unicorn who will do anything to get wish-granting powers—except his homework. It’s a magical mess-up! Sparkleton has a plan to get his unicorn magic before the town’s big talent show but one small mistake leads to HUGE problems when—POOM!—Sparkleton shrinks himself and his best friends down to the size of field mice!Now he may have to do the WORST THING EVER to get them all back to normal—ask his classmate and rival Twinkle for help. Will Sparkleton save the day before the big talent show? HarperChapters build confident readers one chapter at a time! With short, fast-paced books, art on every page, and milestone markers at the end of every chapter, they're the perfect next step for fans of I Can Read!
Sparkleton #4: The Weirdest Wish (HarperChapters)
by Calliope GlassSparkleton goes one-on-one with a magic hat for the Winter Carnival in the fourth book of this full-color early chapter book series about a unicorn who will do anything to get wish-granting powers—except his homework. Everyone is warning Sparkleton not to wear the Pixie Cap. It grants ONE WHOLE WISH but has 843 rules! Sparkleton knows it’s probably a bad idea—but what if it isn’t?Will the Cap let Sparkleton wish for Shimmer Lake’s most magical, snowy Winter Carnival ever? Or will Sparkleton’s brr-illliant idea turn to slush? HarperChapters build confident readers one chapter at a time! With short, fast-paced chapters, art on every page, and milestone markers at the end of every chapter, they're the perfect next step for fans of I Can Read!