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Spotlight On South America (Spotlight On The Continents)
by Karen Bush GibsonDiscover the largest river and the longest mountain range. Explore steaming rain forests and dry deserts. Learn about modern cities and native cultures. Discover South America, the continent that has them all.
Spotlight on Literacy 1st Grade
by Elaine Mei Aoki Virginia A. Arnold James Flood James V. HoffmanReading textbook series, organized by thematic units, utilizes award-winning, unabridged trade book literature to teach reading and language arts competency to students
Spot the Plot: A Riddle Book of Book Riddles
by J. Patrick Lewis Lynn MunsingerThirteen witty and wacky poems pose riddles that challenge readers to "Name That Book." With a glass slipper here and a spiderweb there, Lynn Munsinger's adorable illustrations lead young readers to the solutions. From Goodnight Moon to Madeline, children and parents alike will delight in recognizing their most cherished stories.
Spot the Differences Picture Puzzles for Kids
by Peter Donahue"A wonderful book for young kids who love to figure things out on their own. I thought that the pictures were very creative and they provided a few chuckles, especially the picture of the children painting. I gave this book 5 out of 5 stars." -- Independent ReaderKids can play detective with 25 pairs of similar-looking color photos. They'll compare the unaltered originals on the left to the ones on the right, which include several subtle changes. Suitable for ages 6 to 10, the kid-friendly illustrations depict slumber parties, birthday get-togethers, and other lively situations. Complete solutions appear at the end.
Sports Sabotage (The Hardy Boys Secret Files #8)
by Franklin W. Dixon Scott BurroughsFrank and Joe bring their detective skills to the athletic arena in this all-new Hardy Boys Secret Files mystery!It's time for Field Day at Bayport Elementary and all the kids are excited! Whatever grade wins gets a pizza party, and the person with the highest personal score also gets a special prize. But when the field equipment is sabotaged the day before the events are supposed to start, it looks like Field Day might not happen after all--unless someone can find out who is behind the mess of ruined rackets, tangled jump ropes, and flattened balloons. Can Frank and Joe crack the case and save Field Day?
Spork Out of Orbit: Respect (How to Be an Earthling #1)
by Nan WalkerActing like an Earthling isn&’t easy! Follow the adventures of Spork the alien in the How to Be an Earthling series. Each book covers a different character trait to help kids think about what they say and do. CRASH! Trixie can&’t believe her eyes—an alien just landed in the school playground! Spork is small and orange and weird. He eats crayons. He thinks the hamster is a second grader. And respect? Spork&’s never even heard of the word! But Spork is the best thing to ever happen to school. Trixie has to get him to stay! Every How to Be an Earthling title includes fun back-of-book activities that build on story themes. (Character trait: Respect)
The Spooky Sound (Step into Reading #Step 2)
by Melissa LagonegroAfter Mater and Lightning McQueen hear a mysterious sound one night, they decide to investigate. But when they can't figure out where it's coming from, Radiator Springs suddenly becomes very spooky Disney-Pixar's Cars fans will love this all-new Step 2 reader featuring all of their favorite characters.
The Spooky Sound (Step into Reading)
by Melissa LagonegroAfter Mater and Lightning McQueen hear a mysterious sound one night, they decide to investigate. But when they can't figure out where it's coming from, Radiator Springs suddenly becomes very spooky!Disney•Pixar's Cars fans will love this all-new Step 2 reader featuring all of their favorite characters.
The Spooky Sleepover: Eagle-Eye Ernie (Pictures described.)
by Susan PearsonFor Halloween Ernie invites three friends for her first sleepover, complete with a feast, games, a storm, and ghost stories. If they can stay up until midnight maybe they can find out if there's a ghost in Ernie's house. A Chapter book for children in early grades to read themselves.
Spooky Helps Danny Tell the Truth (Helper Hounds)
by Caryn RivadeneiraDanny is scared to tell the truth. After he saw someone steal some bikes, now he has to see that person in court and tell what he did. To help calm Danny's fears on the big day, his parents call the Helper Hounds—and there's no better pup for the job than Spooky. Spooky was involved in a crime herself—she lost her leg after being shot by a police officer who thought she was dangerous. Will Spooky's best calming tricks give Danny the courage to tell the truth in court?
The Spooky Halloween Party
by Annabelle PragerIn a funny sequel to The Surprise Party young Albert is sure his friend's Halloween party can't be as scary as he says it's going to be. "Albert's bravado is dealt a swift blow when he finds himself among a host of party-going ghoulies who turn out not to be his old buddies in disguise.
The Spooky Halloween Activity Book: 40 Things to Make and Do for a Hair-Raising Halloween!
by Jane BullThis book has everything kids need for a spooky Halloween – step-by-step pictures and instructions for decorations, costumes, face painting, food, drinks, and games.From crafts and costumes to food and games, this Halloween activity book covers all aspects you can think of, making it the one book you need for the spookiest night of the year!By popular craft writer Jane Bull, The Spooky Halloween Activity Book is an updated edition of this classic Halloween title, with 40 things to make and do. Make a flickering jack o&’lantern or a cool treat bucket, play fun party games such as dangling doughnuts, put together a pirate, skeleton, witch, or fairy costume, and much more!This Halloween activity book for children offers:- 40 activities, including decorations, costumes, and masks to make, face painting, food and drink recipes, and party games.- Clear explanations with step-by-step instructions and photos for adults and children to make together.- A refreshed design, new decorative artworks, and text revisions in this new edition, with clear safety information at the start of the book and safety warnings for activities requiring adult help or supervision.Children will enjoy getting stuck in with this Halloween book filled with inspiration for making creepy paper-plate masks, trying out freaky face painting ideas, and creating a beastly buffet with monster bread rolls, sausage fingers, spider cupcakes and spooky drinks! Simple instructions and clear pictures ensure that every activity is easy to follow, and safety notes are included wherever children need an adult to help or supervise.
A Spooky Adventure (Step into Reading)
by Apple JordanBuzz Lightyear and Woody are always up for an adventure. But when they discover that their new home is full of squeaks, creaks, and shadows, will they be brave enough to explore it? Join the toys as they set off on one very spooky adventure—just in time for Halloween! Children ages 4 to 6 will love this Step 2 reader based on Disney•Pixar Toy Story 3.
The Spookiest Tricks & Treats Joke Book Ever!
by Editors of Portable PressTurn Halloween from scary to silly with hundreds of kid-friendly jokes!Get ready for Halloween with more than 900 brand-new Q&A jokes, knock-knocks, puns, riddles, and one-liners. The Spookiest Tricks & Treats Joke Book Ever! contains all types of kid-friendly jokes that are perfect to tell while trick-or-treating or at a spooky party. Whether your kids prefer to dress up as monsters or superheroes, they’ll laugh out loud at jokes such as... Q: What did one zombie say to the other zombie? A: “Get a life!” Q: Where do mummies go for pizza? A: Pizza Tut Q: What happened when the werewolf swallowed the clock? A: He got ticks.
Splotch
by Gianna MarinoAn unsuspecting boy, his dead pet fish, and his well-intentioned mother make this a must-read for fans of The Bear Ate Your Sandwich and I Want My Hat Back.Splotch was meant to be in his bowl when his boy got home from school--but he isn't there! There's only one conclusion: he must have run away. But when he mysteriously returns, all is well again. Except...Splotch's distinctive spot has moved and the only explanation is that he has been CHANGED BY ALIENS! When the spot moves yet again, it's clear something fishy is going on. This hilarious story poses the question that, when it comes to this family, who is protecting whom?Spot-on kid-humor and splashy illustrations are a signature of Gianna Marino's work. The perfect follow-up to I Am the Mountain Mouse and Night Animals, Splotch! will not disappoint!
Splish, Splash, Splat! (Splat the Cat)
by Rob ScottonSplat does not want to have a playdate with Spike. Spike will break his toys and eat all of his candy fish! And he does not want to learn how to swim—water is horrible, scary, and wet! He's sure that this is going to be the worst day ever. But when the rest of their classmates rush straight into the pool, Splat and Spike find that they may have more in common than they thought. Will Splat overcome his fear of water and get into the pool? And how can he help Spike to do the same?
Splinters
by Kevin SylvesterCindy Winters loves to play hockey. When her family's basement apartment is flooded and the floor freezes, she's even happy to skate on the concrete. Her parents are too poor to enroll her in a league, but she's resourceful and does odd jobs until she has earned enough money to play. Armed with her mother's old equipment, she is thrilled to join a team. But her happiness doesn't last long. Among her teammates are the horrible Blister Sisters. They make her life miserable. And worse, Cindy's sidelined by the coach, who just happens to be Mrs. Blister. It looks like she'll be spending the season cleaning equipment, instead of playing on the ice. Cindy's luck changes when her Fairy Goaltender appears and saves the day. With its great good humor and hilarious illustrations, Kevin Sylvester's Splinters is bound to become a favorite.
Splat the Cat with a Bang and a Clang (I Can Read Level 1)
by Rob ScottonSplat's friends are having a rehearsal for their cool new band, the Cat Gang. But something's missing . . . it just doesn't feel right without Splat! Everyone wants Splat to join the band. But Splat can't sing and he doesn't play an instrument! What can he do that is perfect for the Cat Gang?Beginning readers will cheer on Splat in his noisy and hilarious quest to become a member of the band.
Splat the Cat: A Whale of a Tale (I Can Read Level 1)
by Rob ScottonSplat the Cat is off for a day at the beach in this I Can Read book from New York Times bestselling author-artist Rob Scotton. Splat is excited because his grandfather told Splat that you can hear the sea if you put a seashell up to your ear. Splat is determined to discover a shell like that to bring back for his grandfather. But as hard as he looks on the beach, all he can find is broken shells. Until he gets some help from a new friend—a whale. Splat the Cat: A Whale of a Tale is a Level One I Can Read book, which means it's perfect for kids who are beginning to sound out words and sentences.
Splat the Cat: Twice the Mice (I Can Read Level 1)
by Rob ScottonSplat gets to meet Seymour's brother, Brice, in this fun-filled I Can Read book from New York Times bestselling author-artist Rob Scotton.Splat is thrilled when he finds out that Seymour's brother is coming to visit. Splat even stays up all night planning ways to impress his new friend. Although Splat's big surprise takes a calamitous turn, everyone ends up having even more fun than they expected!Beginning readers will practice the -ice sound in this easy-to-read addition to the Splat series.Splat the Cat: Twice the Mice is a Level One I Can Read book, which means it's perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences.
Splat the Cat Takes the Cake (I Can Read Level 1)
by Rob ScottonSplat's messy adventures will delight beginning readers in this I Can Read book from New York Times bestselling author-artist Rob Scotton. Splat loves watching his favorite superhero, Super Cat, on the family TV, but when the set breaks, Splat has no way to watch his cherished cartoon. Splat asks himself, "What would Super Cat do?" and decides to save the day by winning a brand-new TV. The only problem is that winning the TV requires Splat to enter a cake-baking contest . . . which turns out to be a little trickier and stickier than expected. Beginning readers will love this hilarious easy-to-read addition to the Splat series that features the -ake sound. Splat the Cat Takes the Cake is a Level One I Can Read book, which means it's perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences.
Splat the Cat: Splat the Cat Sings Flat (I Can Read Level 1)
by Rob ScottonSplat's class is preparing to sing on Parents' Night, but Splat has stage fright! What will it take for him to overcome his fear?
Splat the Cat: Splat and Seymour, Best Friends Forevermore (I Can Read Level 1)
by Rob ScottonSplat and Seymour learn how much they value their friendship in this warm I Can Read book from New York Times bestselling author-artist Rob Scotton. When Splat plans a sweet surprise for his best pal, he unintentionally makes Seymour worry that their friendship is coming to an end. Will all the silliness split this pair apart or bring them closer than ever? Beginning readers will practice the -ore sound and delight in the hilarious measures Splat takes to surprise his best friend in this easy-to-read addition to the Splat series.Splat the Cat: Splat and Seymour, Best Friends Forevermore is a Level One I Can Read book, which means it’s perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences.
Splat the Cat: On with the Show (Splat the Cat)
by Rob ScottonSplat the Cat can't wait to be in his school play about castles and kings and queens—maybe he'll even get to play a knight! Will Splat find a way to steal the show? Join him and his classmates for another hilarious Splat the Cat adventure!