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Subway Story
by Julia Sarcone-RoachNever was there a subway car who loved her job more than Jessie. From morning to night she carried all sorts of people all sorts of places--to work and school and World's Fairs, over bridges and through tunnels--sometimes she even took a pigeon along for the ride! But as time passed, sleek new silver cars began to take over the tracks, banishing Jessie to an abandoned lot. What will she do with no passengers to carry? And where will she go now that she's no longer welcome on the tracks?Based on the true story of 1960's-era subway cars that are now being used to create artificial reefs in the Atlantic, this stunningly illustrated second book from Julia Sarcone-Roach is sure to delight scuba diving historians and kids alike.From the Hardcover edition.
Super Spies (Step into Reading)
by Susan AmerikanerAll the world's a racetrack as superstar Lightning McQueen zooms back into action, with his best friend Mater in tow, to take on the globe's fastest and finest in Disney/Pixar Cars 2. This Step 2 film retelling is sure to be a hit with children ages 4 to 6. Step 2 readers use basic vocabulary and short sentences to tell simple stories. For children who recognize familiar words and can sound out new words with help.
Swirl by Swirl: Spirals in Nature
by Joyce SidmanSidman&’s lyrical poetry and Krommes&’ charming illustrations illuminate this intriguing shape found all throughout the universe. Young readers will enjoy discovering all of the different spirals in nature in this ebook edition. What makes the tiny snail shell so beautiful? Why does that shape occur in nature over and over again—in rushing rivers, in a flower bud, even inside your ear?With simplicity and grace, Sidman and Krommes not only reveal the many spirals in nature—from fiddleheads to elephant tusks, from crashing waves to spiraling galaxies—but also celebrate the beauty and usefulness of this fascinating shape.
A Tale of Two Castles
by Gail Carson LevineNewbery Honor author of Ella Enchanted Gail Carson Levine weaves a spellbinding tale about a clever heroine, a dragon detective, and a shape-shifting ogre.Newly arrived in the town of Two Castles, Elodie unexpectedly becomes the assistant to a brilliant dragon named Meenore--and together, they begin to solve mysteries. Their most important case concerns the town’s shape-shifting ogre, Count Jonty Um, who believes someone is plotting against him. Elodie must disguise herself to discover the source of the threat amid a cast of characters that includes a greedy king, a giddy princess, and a handsome cat trainer.Readers who loved Ella Enchanted and Fairest will delight in this tale of a spirited heroine who finds friendship where she least expects it and discovers that goodness comes in all shapes and sizes.
Tara and the Talking Kitten Meet a Unicorn
by Diana Cooper Kate ShannonExploring new chapters in the magical world of Tara and her articulate pet, the third installment of this delightful series broaches several important topics for schoolchildren. Though Tara's life with Ash-ting the talking kitten is never boring, she could never have dreamed of the wondrous journey that she was destined to take the day she met a unicorn. When Tara encounters a local bully, she uses the help and guidance of these two talking creatures to help not only the victim, but also the bully. As the team finds exciting ways to raise money for a village swimming pool, Tara learns valuable lessons about community building and inclusiveness. Offering guidelines and discussion points for parents and teachers, this story uses a fun premise to teach children about the dangers of bullying and the importance of taking responsibility for one's actions and behavior.
Teachers' Pets (Step into Reading)
by Mary Man-KongJoin Belle, Tiana, and the rest of the Disney princesses as they teach their friends how to read, cook, swim, and more! Based on the beloved Disney films Beauty and the Beast, The Princess and the Frog, The Little Mermaid, and more, this Step 2 reader will have girls ages 4 to 6 eager to be the teacher&’s pet.
Ten Rules You Absolutely Must Not Break If You Want to Survive the School Bus
by John GranditsA hilarious picture book about surviving the school bus and the first day of school. * &“Outrageously humorous.&” —School Library Journal, starred review* &“Worthy of being shelved next to Jon Scieszka&’s funniest.&” —Kirkus Reviews, starred review Kyle is dreading his first trip on the school bus. Luckily, his big brother, James, is a school-bus expert. James gives Kyle ten rules for riding the bus that he absolutely, positively must obey if he wants to avoid getting laughed at, yelled at, pushed around, or even pounded. On his fateful first ride, Kyle struggles to remember and follow each of his brother&’s rules, but along the way, he learns the school bus isn&’t so bad after all—and he may even have a thing or two to teach his brother.
Tessa Tiger's Temper Tantrums (Animal Antics A to Z)
by Barbara deRubertisTessa Tiger likes to play sports—but NOT when she loses. She stomps and storms until her friends don’t want to play with her anymore. Can Tessa change her attitude and make T-ball fun again—for everyone?
Texas Journeys: Level 1 Volume 1
by The Editors at the Houghton MifflinFirst in the Texas Journeys series, this book helps children to enhance their reading skills through interesting stories about neighbors and friends. It also has dedicated vocabulary building and grammar sections.
Texas Journeys: Level 1 Volume 4
by The Editors at the Houghton MifflinFourth in the Texas Journeys series, this book helps the students to explore new things every day with stories that help build vocabulary building and understanding of grammar.
Texas Journeys: Grade 1 Volume 2
by The Editors at the Houghton MifflinSecond in the Texas Journeys series, this book insists on the importance of sharing , including stories, vocabulary building and grammar.
Thanks, Mom And Dad! (Marley)
by John Grogan Richard CowdreyCassie and Baby Louie are taking Mommy and Daddy out for a special lunch. Marley wants to come along, too. He promises to be on his best puppy behavior, but will Marley be able to contain his excitement?
Thanksgiving Then and Now
by Nan Walker Mark CorcoranThis book is about what Thanksgiving was like long ago and what Thanksgiving is like today.
That's How!
by Christoph NiemannHow do airplanes, trucks, boats, and other big rigs work? The ingenious Niemann has the surprising (and funny!) answers in this preschool picture book about transportation (and imagination).
The Many Faces of Max
by Katherine Del MonteMax the dog, shows various facial expressions to show how he is feeling.
Those Darn Squirrels and the Cat Next Door
by Adam RubinFrom the creators of Dragons Love Tacos comes the second laugh-out-loud story about Old Man Fookwire and the those darn squirrels! All is calm in old man Fookwire&’s yard until new neighbors—Little Old Lady Hu and her cat, Muffins—move in next door. Muffins is one mean dude! He terrorizes the birds, interrupts Fookwire&’s painting, and ties the squirrels&’ tails together. Fookwire is upset, but not nearly as upset as the squirrels, who devise an ingenious plan to stop Muffins cold. In this hilarious follow-up to Those Darn Squirrels!, the tongue-in-cheek text is perfectly complemented by the quirky, inventive illustrations.
The Three Bully Goats
by Leslie Kimmelman Will TerryGruff, Ruff, and Tuff bully their way across a bridge and into a meadow--teasing a kind ogre and butting small animals along the way. Frustrated because he can't disarm the bullies by being friendly and polite, the ogre hatches a plan to teach the "bully" goats a lesson. This twist on "The Three Billy Goats Gruff" is a great read-aloud (and discussion starter) that will have kids laughing in the aisles.
Three Cups
by Tony TownsleyAll parents want to teach their children good money habits from an early age. Many start by giving them an allowance. But it's equally important to teach children a positive, generous attitude as they learn to use money responsibly.Filled with warm, memorable illustrations by award-winning painter, April Willy, Three Cups is the story of one family's unique and effective method of teaching personal financial management--and how one boy reaped first the small, then the immeasurably great rewards of the lessons he learned.Families will be delighted with the heart-warming tale and want to integrate the three-cup system in their own children's lives.
Three Hens and a Peacock
by Lester L. LaminackA hilarious read-aloud favorite about some foolish farm animals who decide to trade roles—and discover just how hard it is to do someone else's job, from award-winning author Lester L. Laminack and celebrated illustrator Henry Cole.The Tuckers' farm is a peaceful place where everyone has a job and no one complains. That is, until a hapless peacock falls off the back of a passing truck and stirs things up. Soon, customers are flocking to the farm to see what all the fuss is about. But the hens don't like the newcomer getting attention while they do all the hard work. When a wise old hound sees the problem, he helps orchestrate a job swap.What follows is the riotous tale of three hens who get in way over their feathered heads, and one very distressed peacock who just can't figure out how to lay an egg.Lester L. Laminack has created a comical look at envy, finding your strength, and what happens when we underestimate the value of others' work. Henry Cole's delightful illustrations heighten the story's humor and will have readers of all ages laughing out loud.
The Three Little Aliens and the Big Bad Robot
by Margaret Mcnamara Mark FearingGREEP BOINK MEEP! The three little aliens are happily settling into their new homes when the Big Bad Robot flies in to crack and smack and whack their houses down! A chase across the solar system follows in this out-of-this-world version of the classic Three Little Pigs tale. Margaret McNamara (How Many Seeds in a Pumpkin?) and Mark Fearing (The Book that Eats People) have created a humorous and visually stunning story that kids will adore--and that will introduce them to the planets and the solar system. The endpapers even include a labeled diagram of all the planets.From the Hardcover edition.
Tiller: Not Your Average Joe
by Joe TillerWhen opportunity knocked, Joe Tiller busted the door down. Tiller became a major college head football coach somewhat late in his career. He was hired as the head coach at Wyoming just 12 days after his 48th birthday and became the head coach at Purdue two weeks before his 54th birthday. A disciple of the wide-open offenses used in the former Western Athletic Conference, Tiller's Wyoming teams enjoyed great success in what he fondly refers to as the "Wacky WAC." After leaving the Cowboys for Purdue, some coaches insisted that his one-back, spread offense wouldn't fly in the Big Ten Conference, with its physical, smash-mouth style of play. Instead, Tiller's fast-breaking offense, now nicknamed "basketball on grass," took the Big Ten by storm. Before Tiller came aboard, Purdue had endured 12-consecutive losing seasons. But under Tiller, the Boilermakers have enjoyed arguably their most successful winning stretch ever. Tiller's first eight teams went to bowl games, including the Rose Bowl. Before becoming a head coach, Tiller had served as an assistant at Montana State (his alma mater), Washington State, Purdue and Wyoming. He also spent nine years in Canada with Calgary of the CFL as an assistant coach, interim head coach, and in the front office-where he was responsible for booking rock star Alice Cooper and evangelist Billy Graham for appearances at McMahon Stadium, home of the Stampeders. In many ways, Tiller is a typical who has spent most of his life in the conservative Midwest and the open spaces of the western United States. A regular Joe, Tiller's laid-back style, wry sense of humor and, of course, winning ways has made him a hit with Purdue players and fans alike.
Tillie the Terrible Swede: How One Woman, a Sewing Needle, and a Bicycle Changed History
by Sue Stauffacher Sarah McmenemyWhen Tillie Anderson came to America, all she had was a needle. So she got herself a job in a tailor shop and waited for a dream to find her. One day, a man sped by on a bicycle. She was told "bicycles aren't for ladies," but from then on, Tillie dreamed of riding--not graceful figure eights, but speedy, scorching, racy riding! And she knew that couldn't be done in a fancy lady's dress. . . . With arduous training and her (shocking!) new clothes, Tillie became the women's bicycle-riding champion of the world.Sue Stauffacher's lively text and Sarah McMenemy's charming illustrations capture the energy of America's bicycle craze and tell the story of one woman who wouldn't let society's expectations stop her from achieving her dream.