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The Young Activist's Dictionary of Social Justice
by duopress labsA Is for Ally, Advocate, Anti-Racist, Ancestors, and Assembly Using simple explanations and appealing illustrations in a familiar A-to-Z format, The Young Activist's Dictionary of Social Justice will teach kids the new vocabulary of change. Vetted by an anti-bias, anti-racism educator, this essential new resource is packed with easily understandable definitions of timely concepts. Each beautifully designed spread represents a letter and provides concise, age-appropriate definitions for 10 or more terms, with subject matter spanning issues like racial justice, climate change, gender equality, LGBTQ+ rights, income disparity, voter engagement, and immigration. In addition to information, the pages are also full of inspiration: Bite-sized bios accompany key terms, illuminating the stories of justice advocates who got involved with a cause at a young age. Infographics and sidebars bring complementary concepts to life. And with the rich resource section in the back, kids can read more about how to take action on the cause that&’s meaningful to them. Read on, and let&’s work together for a more equal world for all. Featuring: Audrey Faye Hendricks (arrest) Claudette Colvin (boycott) Iqbal Masih (child labor) Greta Thunberg (climate justice) Malala Yousafzai (education) Mari Copeny (environmental racism) Parkland Survivors (gun control) Ruby Bridges (integration) Frederick Douglass (literacy) John Lewis (nonviolence) Clara Lemlich (organize) Marley Dias (representation) Dolores Huerta (strike) Jazz Jennings (transition) Autumn Peltier (water protector)
The Young Adventurer's Guide to (Almost) Everything: Build a Fort, Camp Like a Champ, Poop in the Woods-45 Action-Packed Outdoor Activities
by Ben Hewitt45 step-by-step, illustrated activties that teach kids everything from how to see like an owl to build the world's coolest fort from sticks. (ages 8-12)Calling all adventurers! Want to know how to build a fort from nothing but sticks? Or find your way through the forest? This survival guide is your ticket to getting down and dirty in nature and learning to make the coolest things with your own two hands. Look inside to learn how to: • Use a knife without bleeding • Sleep in the woods without freezing • Escape a bear without getting eaten • Poop in the woods without falling down • Find your way home without a GPS • Eat bugs without throwing up • And so much more!
The Young Child And Mathematics (Second Edition)
by Juanita V. CopleyReflects recent developments in math education using vignettes from classrooms, activity ideas, and strategies for teaching young children about math processes and concepts. Incorporates standards and guidelines from NCTM and NAEYC.
The Young Green Witch's Guide to Plant Magic: Rituals and Recipes from Nature
by Robin Rose BennettAn essential guide for any kid who wants to connect with natural magic, learn more about herbalism, and become more confident as they embrace their power with activities that support mindfulness and self-love. Green witches often start their journey by deciding to become best friends with one plant at a time. That plant becomes your ally. You come to know them, and in doing so, to know more about yourself. The plant will offer you teachings of physical, spiritual, mental, and emotional healing on the deepest levels to help you to grow, to feel safe in your body, and to become ever more joyful. In this book, readers will learn about nine plants that inspire wellness and self-care, as well as follow herbal recipes, start a green witch journal, practice magical rituals, and more. Whether you are making a body oil, a facial steam, or drinking a delicious tea in a moon ritual, the plants will awaken your magic and open you up to the joy and healing of the green world!
The Young Investigator's Guide to Ancient Aliens
by History ChannelAs a tie-in to the wildly successful History Channel show, here's a book filled with fascinating tales, ancient folklore, and compelling evidence of the role extraterrestrials may have played in human history. What really happened to the dinosaurs? Who actually built the ancient pyramids in Egypt? Are airplanes really as modern as we think they are? This book takes a close look at landmark events throughout history and asks the question: What if aliens were involved? Spanning history, from the earliest of human civilizations to the modern period, this book exposes evidence of the presence of extraterrestrials in some of our most triumphant and devastating moments.
The Young Witch's Guide to Crystals (The Young Witch's Guides #1)
by Cassandra EasonA comprehensive and beautifully illustrated introduction to using crystals in magick, geared specifically to young adults. Young witches, welcome to the school of crystals! In Young Witch&’s Guide to Crystals you&’ll discover what can be an exciting and beautiful addition to your life. It provides a basic introduction to magickal practice with information on using crystals for everything you can possibly imagine: healing your body and broken heart, fortunetelling, keeping away bad dreams, creating a lucky charm, and so much more. There&’s also advice on choosing your crystals, keeping a crystal journal, and making a special altar and treasure box for your stones.
The Young Witch's Guide to Magick (The Young Witch's Guides #2)
by Cassandra EasonYoung would-be witches will find answers to their life questions in this comprehensive, beautifully illustrated introduction to magick. Welcome to witch school, where renowned author Cassandra Eason teaches her magickal secrets! In this introduction geared especially to young adults, Eason targets teen issues like figuring out a future career path, dealing with bullies, changing bad luck, building self-confidence, and handling problems at school. Her spells use astrology, candles, crystals, colors, flowers, and moon power, and she also explores coven rituals and seasonal celebrations. Whether you&’re trying to get your crush&’s attention, pass your driver&’s test, or simply let your natural beauty shine through, you&’ll find the path to making your world better and your dreams come true.Here are spells to help you: Pass a tough test: use six dice, a photo of yourself looking happy, and dried mint for luck in a drawstring bag.Relieve shyness and anxiety about moving or changing schools: Put a green plant on your altar, along with ribbons and small bells.Follow your dream: go outdoors and shoot power into the cosmos by blowing bubbles.Prevent nosy siblings from messing with your private things by creating a fragrant psychic barrier.Call people back into your life with a beeswax candle.Also: learn how to choose your witch name, set up an altar, make a spell book, and more!
The Young Witch’s Guide to Living Magically: Potions, Lotions, Rituals, and Spells for Kids
by Nikki Van De CarFrom the top-selling author of The Junior Witch's Handbook comes a guide to self-care that illuminates the connection between the mind and the body, with an emphasis on connecting to the natural world.The Young Witch's Guide to Living Magically teaches young witches that there is a strong connection between their body and spirit. With chapters on the internal, the external, and the home, young readers will learn to use charged crystals, healing herbs, and sacred spaces to help alleviate their stress and to create a better life for themselves. From projects such as baking lavender-chamomile cupcakes to creating shampoos to creating wind chimes and more, mystical expert Nikki Van De Car gives kids calming ways to bring peace, power, and magic into their busy lives.
The Youngest Marcher: The Story Of Audrey Faye Hendricks, A Young Civil Rights Activist
by Cynthia LevinsonNIMAC-sourced textbook
The Yucky Reptile Alphabet Book (Jerry Pallotta's Alphabet Books)
by Jerry PallottaFind out why boa constrictors swallow their meals whole, learn why gila monster's tails are so fat, and meet a lizard that is larger than most people.As young readers turn the pages of this beautifully illustrated book, they will find that reptiles aren't really so "yucky." In fact, reptiles are among nature's most exotic and intriguing animals.Jerry Pallotta's well-researched text and Ralph Masiello's vivid illustrations will enthrall young and not-so-young readers alike.
The Yummy Alphabet Book: Herbs, Spices, and Other Natural Flavors (Jerry Pallotta's Alphabet Books)
by Jerry PallottaWelcome to a delectable alphabet adventure. While on your way to "Z is for Zatar," relish the savory Mustard, the aromatic Spearmint, and the spicy Wasabi. You'll also want to try the Kola, the Vanilla, and especially the Xocoatl!Mouth-watering illustrations and informative, child-appealing text makes this a delicious treat for hungry readers.
The Zealous Zebecs from the Midnight Ocean's Zenith
by Lisa Baker-KingSleep is the last thing on the minds of this sister and brother who are about to meet some strange, beautiful and quite questionable characters!Follow them and the clues as they look for Annie the Amazing Angelfish while weathering winds, summoning superpowers, forging friendships and fending off foes fathoms below the foamy surface of the surging seas."The Zealous Zebecs from the Midnight Ocean's Zenith" joins an imaginative story with intense alliteration, and engages children in a seek-and-find to celebrate the spoken sound of the written word. Each letter of the alphabet creates a humorous symphony of sounds and encourages the child and their loved ones to experience language together. Zebecs.com
The Zero Degree Zombie Zone
by Patrik Henry BassIn the spirit if Tony Abbott's UNDERWORLD books, comes the new kid on the block - Barkari Katari Johnson!Shy fourth-grader Bakari Katari Johnson is having a bad day. He's always coming up against Tariq Thomas, the most popular kid in their class, and today is no different. On top of that, Bakari has found a strange ring that appears to have magical powers--and the people from the ring's fantastical other world want it back! Can Bakari and his best friend Wardell stave off the intruders' attempts, keep the ring safe, and stand up to Tariq and his pal Keisha, all before the school bell rings? Media celebrity and Essence Magazine entertainment producer, Patrik Henry Bass delivers adventure, fun, fantasy and friendship in this illustrated action-packed adventure starring an African American boy hero and his classmates.
The Zilpha Keatley Snyder Treasury Volume One (The Zilpha Keatley Snyder Treasury #1)
by Zilpha Keatley SnyderNine novels from a three-time Newbery Honor author whose “tales of wonder, mystery, and suspense beguiled two generations of children and young adults” (The New York Times). Blending realism and fantasy, Zilpha Keatley Snyder was a master at drawing young readers into mesmerizing worlds. Collected in one volume, here are some of her most memorable and beloved novels. TheVelvet Room explores ranch life for a child of a former migrant worker. Cat Running offers a unique glimpse into one girl’s experience when her family takes in a malnourished, barefooted “Okie” during the Depression In Song of the Gargoyle, thirteen-year-old Tymmon befriends a strange and enchanted forest creature. In The Trespassers, a boy and his sister discover a secret hideaway in a deserted mansion—and maybe a ghost. And in Fool’s Gold, a group of teens discover a map that leads them through dangerous, abandoned gold mines. This treasury is a perfect introduction to the novels of one of the most revered figures in children’s literature.
The Zilpha Keatley Snyder Treasury Volume Two (The Zilpha Keatley Snyder Treasury #2)
by Zilpha Keatley SnyderNine novels—including The Changeling—from the three-time Newbery Honor author who “led young readers into the wondrous terrain between fantasy and reality” (The Washington Post). Blending realism and fantasy, Zilpha Keatley Snyder was a master at drawing young readers into mesmerizing worlds. Collected in one volume, here are nine of her most memorable and beloved novels. One of her best-known books, the Christopher Medal winner The Changeling, follows an unusual friendship between two suburban girls, one of whom may have supernatural abilities. Snyder’s debut novel, Season of Ponies, is a mystical fairy tale about a girl, a magic amulet, and one unforgettable summer. Take a journey through such extraordinary settings as a rumor-haunted valley in The Ghosts of Stone Hollow and a possessed department store in Eyes in the Fishbowl. Meet a girl who spies on a neighboring family to overcome her own grief in Spyhole Secrets and another who discovers she has inherited psychic power in The Magic Nation Thing. With stories and characters that continue to endure, Zilpha Keatley Snyder is one of the most revered figures in children’s literature. This ebook includes The Changeling, Black and Blue Magic, Season of Ponies, The Ghosts of Stone Hollow, Spyhole Secrets, The Birds of Summer, The Magic Nation Thing, Eyes in the Fishbowl, and The Unseen.
The Zip Line (Fountas & Pinnell Classroom, Guided Reading Grade 3)
by Gideon Kendall John BridgerNIMAC-sourced textbook
The Zippity Zinger (Hank Zipzer, the World's Greatest Underachiever #4)
by Henry Winkler Lin Oliver Tim HeitzInspired by the true life experiences of Henry Winkler, whose undiagnosed dyslexia made him a classic childhood underachiever, the Hank Zipzer series is about the high-spirited and funny adventures of a boy with learning differences.<P><P> PS 87 is having multicultural week, and Ms. Adolf's class is putting on a "Foods From Around the World" luncheon. Hank makes enchiladas, and at the luncheon, Ms. Adolf piles her plate with lots of food. But after a few bites, her face turns bright red-one of the dishes is super-spicy! Ms. Adolf accuses someone of playing a mean practical joke and punishes the entire class with no recess until the guilty party comes forward. <P>Hank realizes his trouble with numbers might have caused the problem-what if he accidentally used three cups of peppers instead of 1/3 cup? Will Hank be able to get recess back for everyone without getting detention for the rest of his life? Illustrated by Carol Heyer. <p><b>Lexile Level: 730L</b></p>
The Zodiac Legacy: Balance of Power (Zodiac)
by Stan LeeSteven Lee always thought that having superpowers would make him happy, make life easier, and make everything more fun. He was wrong. Steven, now 16 years old, has spent years living with the power of the Tiger. But now, on the edge of a catastrophe that could destroy not only Steven and his super powered friends, but every Zodiac in the world, Steven will have to decide just how far he'll go to protect those closest to him. Stan Lee, Stuart Moore, and Andie Tong bring the earth-shaking conclusion to The Zodiac Legacy!
The Zodiac Legacy: Convergence (The Zodiac Legacy)
by Stan LeeStan Lee presents a brand new, magical, super-powered adventure! When twelve magical superpowers are unleashed on the world, a Chinese-America teenager named Steven will be thrown into the middle of an epic global chase. He'll have to master strange powers, outrun super-powered mercenaries, and unlock the mysterious powers of the Zodiac.
The Zodiac Legacy: The Dragon's Return (Zodiac)
by Stan LeeThe second illustrated novel in The Zodiac Legacy series.
The Zodiac Legacy: The Vanguard Archives (Zodiac)
by Stan LeePart two of this top-secret account examines the ruthless villains and their new superpowers in The Zodiac Legacy. Includes an exclusive preview of Stan Lee's upcoming illustrated novel, The Zodiac Legacy: Convergence!
The Zodiac Legacy: The Zodiac Archives (Zodiac)
by Stan LeeA top-secret account of the people and powers that make up The Zodiac Legacy. Includes an exclusive preview of Stan Lee's upcoming illustrated novel, The Zodiac Legacy: Convergence!
The Zombie Awakening (A Haunted Mystery #3)
by Chris GrabensteinPreviously published as The Smoky Corridor. From the New York Times bestselling author of Escape From Mr. Lemoncello's Library and coauthor of I Funny and Treasure Hunters, comes a series of spine-tingling mysteries to keep you up long after the lights go out.Where there’s smoke, there’s fire.It just doesn’t usually come from the grave.The basement of Zack’s new school is hiding something, or rather someones. Two ghosts, to be exact—Joseph and Seth Donnelly, brothers who perished in a suspicious fire.But the ghosts are the least of Zack's problems. It’s what they warn Zack about that has him truly frightened: there’s an evil zombie lurking beneath the school.Fortunately, Zack has some new friends, Malik and Azalea, who can help in his paranormal adventures. Together they’ll attempt to dodge the zombie, a treasure-seeking hit man, a voodoo-savvy ghost just waiting fora new body, and more. But will they survive until recess or end up on the lunch menu?Read all of Chris Grabenstein's Haunted Mysteries!The CrossroadsThe Demons' DoorThe Zombie AwakeningThe Black Heart Crypt
The Zombie Chasers #5: Nothing Left to Ooze
by John Kloepfer David DegrandThe living dead are back and they mean business in Nothing Left to Ooze, book five of John Kloepfer's sidesplitting Zombie Chasers tween series, with illustrations by David DeGrand. Loaded with middle school shenanigans, fast-paced adventure, hilarious black-and-white drawings throughout, and--of course--a slew of brain-gobbling ghouls, The Zombie Chasers #5: Nothing Left to Ooze is the perfect pick for fans of the series and zombie aficionados everywhere!After the original antidote wears off and millions of Americans suddenly rezombify, Zack Clarke and his crew of Zombie Chasers are on a mission to find a lasting cure. But to stop the undead for good, they'll have to track down a brand-new Zombie Chaser first!Hitting the road again, the Zombie Chasers set out on a zany international expedition where they'll have to plow through abominable snow zombies on the Niagara River and outrun slime-drooling thrill-seekers at the biggest and best amusement park in the country! With rotting fairy-tale princesses and half-dead vacationers, it's not just the Tilt-a-Whirl that will make them woozy. Can the Zombie Chasers end this carnival of frights before it's too late?
The Zombie Chasers #6: Zombies of the Caribbean
by John Kloepfer David DegrandThe Zombie Chasers take to the high seas in the sixth installment of John Kloepfer's hysterical Zombie Chasers tween series, illustrated by David DeGrand. Zack Clarke and his team--Zoe, Rice, Ozzie, Madison, and Olivia--have fled the infested coasts of Florida, chased by a ravenous mob of super zombies. With no antidote in sight, there's only one person who can help them now: an eccentric explorer and renowned zombie expert . . . but he's lying low in a zombie-proof bunker somewhere in the Caribbean. As the pals fend off decomposing pirates, crusty crewmates, and putrid sea creatures, they race to uncover the cure for zombies everywhere. But will they be able to defeat the zombies of the Caribbean before the cure and their plan go overboard? With all the middle school shenanigans, fast-paced adventure, and hilarious black-and-white drawings that have made this series so beloved by reluctant readers everywhere, The Zombie Chasers #6: Zombies of the Caribbean is a gore-larious romp not to be missed!