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Delights (California)
by J. David Cooper John J. Pikulski Patricia A. AckermanNIMAC-sourced textbook
El delito de la limonada (The Lemonade War Series #2)
by Jacqueline DaviesUn favorito de Booklinks Uno de los 100 Títulos de la Biblioteca Pública de Nueva York en la sección de Lectura y Lectura para compartir “Un fascinante capítulo.”—Booklist, crítica destacada “Una novela divertida, fresca y creíble con personajes simpáticos.” —School Library Journal “Divertida… una buena lectura para pequeños capitalistas.” —USA Today Hecho: Una semana atrás, desaparecieron doscientos ocho dólares del bolsillo del pantalón corto de Evan Treski. Hecho: Evan y Jessie habían trabajado arduamente durante el verano para obtener ese dinero, preparando limonada, cargándola por todo el pueblo, de pie bajo el caluroso sol de verano para ganar cada centavo. Hecho: Scott Spencer acaba de comprar algo muy, muy costoso. Acusación: Scott Spencer es acusado del delito de robo del dinero de la limonada. La clase 4-0 en consecuencia lo cita al tribunal frente a un juez, testigos y un jurado de pares. ¿Se sabrá la verdad en el juicio? Y si es así, ¿se hará justicia? A Booklinks favorite One of the 100 Titles of the New York Public Library in the Reading and Reading section to share “A fascinating chapter book.” —Booklist, featured review “A fun, fresh and credible novel with friendly characters.” —School Library Journal “Fun ... a good read for small capitalists.” —USA Today Fact: A week ago, two hundred and eight dollars disappeared from the pocket of Evan Treski’s shorts. Fact: Evan and Jessie had worked hard during the summer to get that money, preparing lemonade, loading it around town, standing in the hot summer sun to earn every penny. Fact: Scott Spencer just bought something very, very expensive. Accusation: Scott Spencer is charged with the crime of stealing lemonade money. Class 4-0 accordingly cites him to the court in front of a judge, witnesses and a jury of peers. Will the truth be known at the trial? And if so, will justice be done?
Dem Bones
by Bob Barner&“No bones about it, this will be a real boost for those looking to inject a little humor and fun into basic facts about the human body.&” —Publishers Weekly (starred review) Shoulder bone connected to da neck boneNeck bone connected to da head bone . . . Colorful torn paper collages bring to life this familiar African American spiritual as frolicking, instrument-playing skeletons—accompanied by interesting, informative &“bone facts&”—entertain and educate young readers. At Halloween or all year round, at home or in the classroom, Dem Bones is a &“clever anatomy lesson . . . geared for tickling the funny bones of the early elementary set&” (Publishers Weekly). &“A snappy introduction to the human skeleton . . . The artwork makes this an inviting picture book to read aloud in primary-grade classrooms.&” —Booklist &“A book that entertains and educates this age group and gets them tapping their toe bones, too. Bravo.&” —Family Life
The Demon Babysitter (The Nightmare Club #7)
by Annie GravesThe Nightmare Club is not for just ANYBODY. Only the spookiest, scariest stories get told at Annie's Halloween sleepovers—and if you can't take it, well, tough! All the neighborhood kids hate Dervla, the meanest babysitter ever. She is very strict, eats spiders, and...are those horns? Only Becky has guessed Dervla's dark secret. And she becomes everybody's hero when she manages to rid the neighborhood of the demon babysitter. Don't ask how, but pssst, it just might involve vomit-colored stink bombs, an abandoned shed, and demon-food. You have been warned.
The Demon King: Collecting The Demon King, The Exiled Queen, The Gray Wolf Throne, And The Crimson Crown (Seven Realms #1)
by Cinda Williams ChimaNew York Times bestselling author Cinda Williams Chima presents the first installment in a thrilling new fantasy series, in which the lives of Han Alister and the brave Princess Raisa collide in a magical and dangerous adventure.One day Han Alister catches three young wizard setting fire to the sacred mountain of Hanalea. Han takes an amulet away from Micah Bayar, son of the High Wizard, to ensure the boy won't use it against him. The amulet once belonged to the Demon King, who nearly destroyed the world a millennium ago. With a magical piece so powerful at stake, Han knows that the Bayars will stop at nothing to get it back.Meanwhile, Princess Raisa ana'Marianna has her own battle to fight. She's just returned to court after three years of riding and hunting with her father's family. Raia aspires to be like Hanalea, the legendary warrior queen who killed the Demon King and saved the world. But it seems that her mother has other plans for her-plans that include a suitor who goes against everything the Queendom stands for.The Seven Realms will tremble when the lives of Han and Raisa collide in this stunning page-turner from best-selling author Cinda Williams Chima.
Demon Sea: Blood Crown Quest 3
by Steve Skidmore Steve Barlow Jack LawrenceWe dare you to take on the Red Queen in this choose-your-own-destiny Blood Crown Quest!The Red Queen has seized the Ruby of Death and raised an army of the dead. Now, with her husband, the necromancer Mortha, they plan to find the remaining three rubies and cast a permanent shadow over the world. YOU are a former City Guard, a member of an elite unit of highly trained warriors. YOUR quest is to find the four Blood Crown rubies, and use them to defeat the Red Queen and her evil forces. You have already discovered the Ruby of Power and the Ruby of Seeing. In Demon Sea YOU must fly on the back of your gryphon to the Sea of Oblivion in the west. There you must find the Ruby of Magic, before the Red Queen can track it down. You are the hero of this book. Only you can decide your own destiny...Hot spin-off from the I HERO series, which has now sold over 80,000 copies! YOU are pitted against the evil Red Queen and her dark minions as she attempts to collect four rubies to rebuild the Blood Crown. Written by the award-winning 2Steves!
Den of Wolves (The Kingdom of Wrenly #15)
by Jordan QuinnPrince Lucas and Clara discover a secret den of wolves in this fifteenth fantastical adventure of The Kingdom of Wrenly series.Dire wolves are among the rarest creatures in the Kingdom of Wrenly. They travel under the cloak of darkness, sleep during the day, and hunt in the deepest silence. The only proof that these beasts exist is what they leave behind: giant paw prints and haunting howls that echo on the wind. So, when Prince Lucas and Sir Clara find a lost dire wolf pup alone in the woods, they must use all of their skills to find the hidden den of wolves. With easy-to-read language and illustrations on almost every page, The Kingdom of Wrenly chapter books are perfect for beginning readers.
Dennis Brutus: Discovering History's Heroes (Jeter Publishing)
by Craig EllenportJeter Publishing presents a middle grade series that celebrates men and women who altered the course of history but may not be as well-known as their counterparts. In this biography, meet South African poet and human rights activist Dennis Brutus.Dennis Brutus was a poet and human rights activist whose works centered on his sufferings and those of his fellow blacks in South Africa. For fourteen years, Dennis taught English and Afrikaans in South Africa. As the white minority government increased restrictions on the black population, he became involved in a series of anti-apartheid related activities, including efforts to end discrimination in sports. The government subsequently banned him from teaching, writing, publishing, attending social or political meetings, and pursuing his studies. In 1963, his refusal to abide by the ban resulted in eighteen months of hard labor on Robben Island, alongside Nelson Mandela. Forbidden to write or publish after his release, Brutus left South Africa in 1966 for England and then the United States, and is now recognized as one of the prominent voices in the anti-apartheid movement.
Denny Hamlin (NASCAR Champions)
by Connor DaytonIntroduces the career of race car driver Denny Hamlin.
The Denslow Picture Book Treasury
by Michael Hearn W. W. DenslowThe father of the "American Picture Book," W. W. Denslow is best remembered for the distinctive illustrations he created for the original Wonderful Wizard of Oz. This unique compilation features 9 of the best stories from his 18-volume series of picture books from 1903 to 1904, which featured novel retellings of favorite childhood tales. High-quality color reproductions of the artist's drawings accompany stories of Humpty Dumpty, Jack and the Beanstalk, Little Red Riding Hood, and other beloved characters.Denslow rewrote several of these familiar stories, toning down harsher aspects of the original material to provide wholesome entertainment redolent of his era's mood and sensibilities. This new edition includes an Introduction by Oz historian Michael Patrick Hearn.
Denslow's Mother Goose (Dover Children's Classics)
by W. W. DenslowW. W. Denslow is best remembered for his distinctive illustrations for The Wonderful Wizard of Oz. This hardcover keepsake volume presents color reproductions of his interpretations of "Little Jack Horner," "Little Boy Blue," "There Was an Old Woman," and other nursery favorites. A classic of children's illustration, it's also a treasury of beloved rhymes.
Denslow's Night Before Christmas
by W. W. Denslow Grace Duffie Boylan Clement Clarke MooreNearly 200 years ago a distinguished professor of classics wrote a charming holiday poem to amuse his children. "A Visit from St. Nicholas" traveled from Clement C. Moore's family circle into the hearts of people around the world. Today it is best known by its opening line, "’Twas the night before Christmas . . ."This beautiful gift edition features an interpretation of the Yuletide classic by W. W. Denslow, the original illustrator of L. Frank Baum's The Wizard of Oz books. Denslow's bright and expressive full-color illustrations add a whole new dimension to the familiar tale. This vivid new version was reproduced from the 1902 first edition.
The Dentist from the Black Lagoon (Black Lagoon Adventures Ser.)
by Mike ThalerIt's another scary day at the Black Lagoon. . . .Join Hubie once again as he faces his comically horrific fears as his class receives a visit from Dr. B.N. Payne, a local dentist. Featuring a two-headed, monstrous dentist who puts bridges and root "canals" in people's mouths, this story is sure to amuse and quell fears of new experiences at the same time!
Dentists (People In My Community)
by Jacqueline Laks GormanThis community member visit is with an often times undervalued practitioner—the dentist. Dentists keep our teeth and mouths healthy, and teach us proper oral hygiene for a long lifetime with our very necessary chompers. Students will love learning about a day in the life of a dentist, creating a new appreciation for dentistry and oral health.
Dentists (Jobs People Do)
by Mary MeinkingOpen wide! Dentists care for people's teeth. Give readers the inside scoop on what it's like to be a dentist. Readers will learn what dentists do, the tools they use, and how people get this exciting job.
Dentists Help (Our Community Helpers)
by Dee ReadyDentists keep our teeth healthy. Learn about a dentist's tools, workplace, and role in the community.
Denver Broncos (Super Bowl Champions)
by Nate LeboutillierLearn about the Denver Broncos, the team's origins, stars, and greatest moments.
Deportes invernales (¡Arriba la Lectura!, Level L #58)
by Jill McDougallNIMAC-sourced textbook. En invierno hace frío y todo está mojado, pero se pueden practicar muchos deportes rápidos y emocionantes. Esquiar en la nieve, hacer snowboard y patinar sobre hielo son algunos de los mejores deportes de invierno.
Deputy Dan Gets His Man: Step into Reading Step 3
by Joseph RosenbloomShootin' Sam is so mean, he scares ghosts. He is so tough, he eats beans without opening the can. He is so strong, he fights bears with both hands tied behind his back. Now he has held up a Gulch City train. Can Deputy Dan catch him? This funny Step into Reading book, step 3 for grades 2 and 3 is fun for all children and easy for reluctant readers. There are 6 chapters in its 47 pages. The pictures that add to the story are described in detail. One way parents and children can enjoy this book together is for the child to read the text and the parent to read the picture descriptions.
Desde el bosque: Una historia real de un suceso inolvidable (¡Arriba la Lectura!, Read Aloud Module 9 #3)
by Rebecca BondNIMAC-sourced textbook
Los deseos de Carmela
by Matt de la PeñaHasta ahora el cumpleaños de Carmela no puede ser mejor. Hoy es lo suficientemente mayor para acompañar a su hermano en su recorrido por la ciudad. Y la tarde que pasan juntos se llena con la magia de lo que ven a su alrededor:desde el brillante sol de los campos hasta las golosinas en la vidriera de la panadería. Pero cuando recoge un diente de león que crece en el concreto, se pregunta qué otra cosa podría desear ... y decide entonces salir en busca del deseo perfecto.En esta nueva colaboración, Matt de la Peña y Christian Robinson, galardonados por su trabajo en Última parada de la calle Market, que ganó la Medalla Newbery y Mención de Honor Caldecott por la edición en inglés, han creado una oda, conmovedora y actual, al coraje de los soñadores y al poder de la esperanza.
The Desert Alphabet Book (Jerry Pallotta's Alphabet Books)
by Jerry PallottaThe parched, mysterious deserts of the world are the landscapes for this alphabet array of plants, animals, and phenomena. Meet the colorful Crimson Chat, the deadly Inland Taipan, and the cartwheeling Golden Wheel Spider. Look beneath and beyond the sand for familiar, unfamiliar, and comical desert dwellers.Author Jerry Pallotta and illustrator Mark Astrella invite readers to one of nature's most forbidding environments. And if you feel thirsty after reading about some of the driest places on earth, don't worry. There's a Water-holding frog!
Desert Communities Past and Present (Who Lived Here? Ser.)
by Cindy Jenson-ElliottThe Cahuilla Indians have lived in the hot, dry desert for thousands of years. Learn how they have survived and thrived in this harsh environment and how their lives have changed and remained the same as the world has changed around them.