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Eric & Julieta: Desastre en la cocina / A Mess in the Kitchen (Eric & Julieta)
by Isabel MuñozJulieta has a playdate with her friend Lupe and won't even look at her brother Eric. When he tries to get their attention, he succeeds, but not in the way he first intended, and it's a mess!Eric is dying to play with his sister Julieta and her friend Lupe, but won't admit it. So he tries to hide one of Julieta's dolls on top of the kitchen shelves... unfortunately, as he climbs up he trips and falls with a loud thump! The girls come to find out what happened, and Eric, to hide his prank, gets them to make cookies for everyone. The idea is as wild as the mess they're about to create.Eric se muere por jugar con Julieta y su amiguta Lupe, pero no quiere admitirlo. Por eso, trata de esconderles una muñeca en uno de los estantes superiores de la cocina... ¡con tan mala suerte que se cae! Las niñas corren a auxiliarlo y Eric, para esconder su travesura, las convence de que todos hagan galletas. Una idea tan descabellada como el desastre que tendrá lugar en la cocina.
Eric & Julieta: Todos enamorados / Everybody in Love (Eric & Julieta)
by Isabel MuñozIn the latest Eric & Julieta book, love is everywhere, but Eric thinks he can live without it!It’s Valentine’s Day and Eric can’t stand it. Everyone seems to be in love: His mom and dad, his sister Julieta, even the cat! The thing is, Eric doesn’t believe in love. Until...Es el día de San Valentín y Eric está muy molesto. Todos parecen estar enamorados: su mamá y su papá, su hermana Julieta y hasta su gato. Lo que sucede es que Eric no cree en el amor, hasta que...
Erika's Story
by Ruth Vander ZeeA woman recalls how she was thrown from a train headed for a Nazi death camp in 1944, raised by someone who risked her own life to save the baby's, and finally found some peace through her own family.
The Erl King's Daughter
by Joan Aiken Paul WarrenKimballs Green Junior School's newest student is more than a little strange--in fact, she might be the feared daughter of the Erl King! Kevin loves sharing the stories his grandmother used to tell him about trolls and witches with his school friends. His favorite tale is about a scary spook named the Erl King who rides on a black horse at night. But when a new student, Nora Scull, arrives at Kimballs Green elementary school, Kevin begins to wonder if maybe the stories are true. Skinny as a broom and with dark, stringy hair, Nora never laughs, but she's always watching and listening. She also steals and makes Kevin do all sorts of bad things. Who is Nora, and what will Kevin have to do to save himself--and his school? This ebook features illustrations by Paul Warren and a personal history of Joan Aiken including rare images from the author's estate.
Ernestine's Milky Way
by Kerry Madden-LunsfordAn empowering picture book set in the 1940s about a determined five-year-old girl who embarks on a journey to deliver milk to her neighbors in the holler.Every morning, Ernestine shouts out her window to the Great Smoky Mountains, "I'm five years old and a big girl!" When Mama asks Ernestine--who helps with chores around the farm while Papa is away at war--to carry two mason jars filled with milk to their neighbor, Ernestine isn't sure she can do it. After all, she'd need to walk through thickets of crabapple and blackberry by the creek, not to mention past vines of climbing bittersweet. But Ernestine is five years old and a big girl, so off she sets. Along the way, one mason jar slips from her arms and rolls down the mountainside into the river, and Ernestine is sure it's lost forever . . . until her neighbor's son shows up with a muddy jar--and there's a surprise inside! With tons of flavor and a can-do spirit, here is a celebration of American history and a plucky girl who knows that helping a family in need is worth the trouble.
Erosion: Changing Earth's Surface (Amazing Science Ser.)
by Robin KoontzDid you know that rain, waves, wind, snow, and ice can change the shape of Earth’s surface? They can create valleys, sea stacks, caves, and rock arches. Learn about the natural forces of erosion and how they shape the land.
Erosion (Earth Materials and Systems)
by Tamra B. OrrErosion changes Earth's natural features. It breaks down materials and can help make something new. Discover why erosion is an important part of nature!
¡Es una señal! (¡Arriba la Lectura!, Level I #65)
by Abby Jackson Sheila BaileyZorra y sus amigos caminan por el bosque. Pero solo Zorra sabe leer las señales. ¿Qué está por pasar? NIMAC-sourced textbook
Escape from Baxters' Barn
by Rebecca BondWhen Burdock the barn cat sneaks into the Baxters’ farmhouse kitchen to hide behind a warm stove, he overhears a sinister plot that endangers all the animals on the farm. It’s up to him and his cacophonous cohorts to figure out how to bust out of the barn before it's too late. In this winning debut, readers will fall in love with the solitary cat, the self-effacing cow, the unstoppable pig, even a wayward she-owl—all brought to life with clever dialogue, poetic descriptions, and expressive black-and-white illustrations. This warm, lively read-aloud story about teamwork and friendship has the timeless appeal of a much-loved quilt.
Escape from Egypt: Escape From Egypt (Scarlett and Sam)
by Eric A. KimmelOne minute, twins Scarlett and Sam are bickering about who's going to read the Four Questions at the Passover seder. The next minute, they've been swept up by Grandma Mina's time-traveling carpet and dumped in the ancient Egyptian desert! And as if being stranded 3,000 years in the past isn't bad enough, they also find their fellow Hebrews suffering in slavery. So they team up with Moses, Aaron, and Miriam to help free the slaves. The future's looking bright! But the story they know so well doesn’t turn out the way they expected...
Escape from Egypt: A Branches Book (Time Jumpers #2)
by Wendy MassChase and Ava get stuck in the sands of time near King Tut’s tomb in this archaeological adventure from the–bestselling author of Stealing the Sword.Chase and Ava are ready for their next adventures as Time Jumpers! When Chase touches the dead, green-backed beetle in the suitcase, he and Ava spin through time—to King Tut’s tomb! Now they have to put the beetle back where it belongs. But the man with different color eyes is still chasing them . . . Why does he want these objects? Chase and Ava need to stay one step ahead of this bad guy. And they need to find some answers! Oriol Vidal’s engaging illustrations appear on every page. Newly independent readers will eat up this time-travel series from New York Times–bestselling author Wendy Mass.Pick a book. Grow a Reader!This series is part of Scholastic’s early chapter book line, Branches, aimed at newly independent readers. With easy-to-read text, high-interest content, fast-paced plots, and illustrations on every page, these books will boost reading confidence and stamina. Branches books help readers grow!Praise for the first book in the Time Jumpers series, Stealing the Sword“The characters are likeable and the story has lots of action.” —School Library Journal“Mass moves the plot along smartly to a climax featuring some brisk, if bloodless, swordplay.” —Kirkus Reviews
Escape from the Nether! (Step into Reading)
by Nick EliopulosJourney into the Nether (if you dare) in this Step into Reading Step 3 Leveled Reader and the only official leveled reader series based on Minecraft, the world's best-selling video game!Minecraft® is the best-selling video game of all time! And now learning to read has never been more fun for fans of the game ages 4 to 7. They&’ll get a great introduction to the game&’s most mysterious biomes when two players, Emmy and Birch—and their tame wolf Byte—set out on an epic adventure into the mysterious Nether! Look for these other great Minecraft® titles:Mobs in the Overworld! (Minecraft) 9780593372708Survival Mode! (Minecraft) 9780593372678 Step 3 readers feature engaging characters in easy-to-follow plots about popular topics for children who are ready to read on their own. © 2022 Mojang AB and Mojang Synergies AB. MINECRAFT and MOJANG are trademarks or registered trademarks of Mojang Synergies AB.
Escape from the Overworld: An Unofficial Overworld Adventure, Book One (Unofficial Overworld Adventure #1)
by Danica DavidsonEleven-year-old Stevie, who comes from a long line of Steves, doesn't feel as if he fits in the Minecraft world. His father is great at building and fighting off zombies, but Stevie struggles in these areas. One day, when Stevie is alone in the field trying to build something new that will impress his dad, he discovers a portal into a new world.Stevie steps out of a computer screen and into the room of eleven-year-old Maison, a sixth-grade girl who loves to build and create, but who is bullied and made an outcast by her classmates for not indulging in activities deemed "cool." Stevie is shocked by how different this world is, and Maison takes him under her wing and teaches him all about her world. The two become friends, and Maison brings Stevie to school with her.Stevie is horrified to see there are zombies in the school! He realizes that when he opened the portal, this allowed zombies to also enter the new world. More and more creatures are slipping out by the second, wreaking havoc on a world that has no idea how to handle zombies, creepers, giant spiders, and the like. Stevie and Maison must put their heads together and use their combined talents in order to push the zombies back into Minecraft, where they belong. As Stevie and Maison's worlds become more combined, their adventure becomes even more frightening than they could have imagined.
Escape from the Roller Ghoster: Now Museum, Now You Don't; Ghouls Just Want To Have Fun; Escape From The Roller Ghoster; Beware The Werewolf (Desmond Cole Ghost Patrol #11)
by Andres MiedosoDesmond and Andres visit a scary roller-ghoster in this eleventh haunted adventure in the Desmond Cole Ghost Patrol series!The Kersville Amusement Park is always a good time, but it also gives a new meaning to the term &“thrill rides.&” That&’s because, in addition to being a popular destination for heart-pounding fun, the park is also just a little bit haunted. Join Desmond and Andres as they try to enjoy their day at the amusement park while being chased by ghosts! Warning: You must be this tall to read this book. With easy-to-read language and illustrations on almost every page, the Desmond Cole Ghost Patrol chapter books are perfect for emerging readers.
Escape Goat
by Ann PatchettFrom the international bestselling author of Bel Canto and The Dutch House, Ann Patchett, and the bestselling illustrator of the Fancy Nancy series, Robin Preiss Glasser, comes a hilarious and heartwarming story about a goat who keeps getting all the blame, but ultimately teaches one family about the importance of honesty and owning up to your mistakes. The Farmer family has a big problem! Every day their goat escapes, and every day, Mr. Farmer brings him back. So when things start to go awry on the farm, it must be the goat’s fault. Who’s to blame when Mrs. Farmer’s petunias are trampled? Or when all the cupcakes for Archie’s party disappear? And when the whole bucket of paint is spilled? Of course, everyone blames the goat! But is it really his fault? Find out in this epic collaboration between Ann Patchett and Robin Preiss Glasser, who create this perfect picture book about telling the truth.
Esclavas del poder
by Lydia CachoPor la periodista Lydia Cacho, autora del bestseller Los demonios del Edén.Prólogo de Roberto Saviano.A partir de casos concretos, así como de historias conmovedoras, Lydia Cacho sigue una línea de investigación para llegar a las mafias de tratantes de mujeres, que la conducen desde México hasta Kirguistán, pasando por Malasia, Japón y Myanmar, entre otras partes del mundo. Lydia Cacho lleva al lector de la mano por un viaje emocionante en el que encuentra la voz de las víctimas y al mismo tiempo expone a los servidores públicos dedicados a proteger a dichas mafias.Esclavas del poder es un mapa global de la trata de mujeres. Un viaje de ida y vuelta, en el cuál la autora sigue la cadena de lo que los expertos han llamado "la esclavitud del siglo XXI".Otros autores han opinado:"Lydia Cacho es un símbolo del periodismo valiente. En este libro Lydia llega más allá de las fronterasde México. Ataviada con disfraces diversos, viaja desde los bajos fondos mexicanos de la Merced hasta los centros nocturnos y los prostíbulos de Japón, pasando por muchos otros nudos de la inmensa telaraña de mafiosos, empresarios, policías, jueces y políticos que manejan el negocio en el mundo. Lydia escucha, para que sean escuchadas, las voces de las víctimas, las vidas rotas, y acusa a quienes ejercen la forma más abyecta del derecho de propiedad, hombres dueños de mujeres, adultos dueños de niños: esos supermachos que humillando a los más débiles manifiestan su despreciable poder." - Eduardo Galeano"Lydia Cacho se mete en los vericuetos necesarios para mostrar el mapa de la esclavitud contemporánea, las rutas de este comercio criminal y cómo el fenómeno está entramado a través de un putrefacto involucramiento gubernamental, la complacencia y la indiferencia de amplias capas de la sociedad." - Carmen Aristegui
Escuela de Espanto #3: Un libro de la serie Branches (Escuela de Espanto #3)
by Jack ChabertThis series is part of Scholastic's early chapter book line called Branches, which is aimed at newly independent readers.Sam, Antonio, and Lucy are passing around a soccer ball at recess when something strange happens... They soon find themselves in a fog-filled jungle! The grass and trees have come alive, growing high into the sky. And the friends discover that it's not just the school itself that's alive -- it's everything on the school grounds! Sam, Antonio, and Lucy must find their way out of a monstrous hedge maze in time to rescue the rest of the students! Now available in Spanish!Algo muy extraño sucede cuando Samuel, Antonio y Lucía juegan durante el recreo. ¡De pronto se encuentran en una jungla! La hierba y los árboles han cobrado vida y son enormes porque no sólo la escuela está viva sino también todo lo que la rodea. ¡Samuel, Antonio y Lucía deberán salir del laberinto en el que se encuentran y salvar al resto de los estudiantes!
La escuela del campo (¡Arriba la Lectura!, Level I #63)
by Elsie Nelley Alisa CoburnCuando Lila se muda de la ciudad a una nueva escuela en el campo, no se siente feliz. Echa de menos su antigua escuela y a sus amigos. Pero pronto descubre que, a pesar de todo, su nueva escuela del campo es un lugar divertido. NIMAC-sourced textbook
Esme's Birthday Conga Line (Esme!)
by Lourdes HeuerEsme always has a plan. A funny and sweet early illustrated chapter book about a problem-solving girl who has to manage her own birthday bash. For fans of Dory Fantasmagory.Esme lives with her grandparents on the uppermost floor of the topmost best building. It's her birthday. Mimi and Pipo gave her a beautiful guitar. But they didn't plan a birthday party.Esme thinks this is the way with grandparents. They don't know about parties or piñatas or birthday cake. No problem! Esme is great at problem solving.With the help of her cat, El Toro, and a LOT of help from her neighbors in the topmost best building, the irrepressible Esme gets the birthday party of her dreams.
¡El español es mi superpoder! (Pictureback(R))
by Maria CorreaRosita de Sésamo aprende a responder cuando extraños en el supermercado le dicen a ella y a su Mami que no hablen español. Este libro de bolsillo ilustrado se basa en el video del mismo nombre en el sitio web de Sesame Street en las Comunidades. Sesame Street's Rosita learns how to respond when strangers at the supermarket tell her and her Mami not to speak Spanish—this illustrated paperback is based on the video of the same name on the Sesame Street in Communities website.Rosita y su Mami se enfrentan al racismo cuando les dicen que se abstengan de hablar español en el supermercado. Mientras discuten el inquietante encuentro, a Rosita se le recuerda lo valioso y especial que es hablar dos idiomas. ¡Y que la capacidad de hacerlo es como tener un superpoder! Este importante libro, inspirado en el video del mismo nombre en el sitio web de Sesame Street en las Comunidades, resulta de gran ayuda para presentarles a niños pequeños el delicado tema del racismo. Sesame Workshop, la organización educativa sin fines de lucro detrás de Sésamo, tiene como objetivo ayudar a los niños a crecer más inteligentes, fuertes y bondadosos a través de sus muchas iniciativas a nivel local e internacional. Dichos proyectos cubren una amplia esfera de temas para familias de todo el mundo. Rosita and her Mami experience racism when they are told not to speak Spanish at the supermarket. While discussing the upsetting encounter, Rosita is reminded how smart and special she is to speak two languages. And that the ability to do so is like having a superpower! This important book—inspired by the video of the same name on the Sesame Street in Communities website—is a helpful way to introduce a tough yet important topic to young children.Sesame Workshop, the nonprofit educational organization behind Sesame Street, aims to help kids grow smarter, stronger, and kinder through its many unique domestic and international initiatives. These projects cover a wide array of topics for families around the world.
Esquivel! Space-Age Sound Artist: Space-age Sound Artist (Live Oak Media Ereadalong Ser.)
by Susan WoodA playful picture-book biography of the father of space-age bachelor-pad lounge music.Gorgeously illustrated by Duncan Tonatiuh, this lively biography follows Juan Garcia Esquivel from Mexico to New York City. Juan grew up to the sounds of mariachi bands; he loved music and became a musical explorer. Defying convention, he created music that made people laugh and planted images in their minds. His musical dreams brought him from Mexico to America and gained him worldwide renown. Juan&’s space-age lounge music—popular in the fifties and sixties—has found a new generation of listeners. This account honors Esquivel as one of the great composers of the 20th century.
¡Esquivel! Un artista del sonido de la era espacial
by Susan WoodA playful picture-book biography of the father of space-age bachelor-pad lounge music.Gorgeously illustrated by Duncan Tonatiuh, this lively biography follows Juan Garcia Esquivel from Mexico to New York City. Juan grew up to the sounds of mariachi bands; he loved music and became a musical explorer. Defying convention, he created music that made people laugh and planted images in their minds. His musical dreams brought him from Mexico to America and gained him worldwide renown. Juan&’s space-age lounge music—popular in the fifties and sixties—has found a new generation of listeners. This account honors Esquivel as one of the great composers of the 20th century.
Essential Linguistics: What Teachers Need To Know To Teach ESL, Reading, Spelling, And Grammar
by David E. Freeman Yvonne S. FreemanThe authors make the Second Edition more valuable by clearly explaining English phonology, morphology, and syntax and the implications for teaching, using the International Phonetic Alphabet to prepare students for the Praxis examination, including chapters on first and second language acquisition research and theories, reviewing ESL teaching methods. With examples, activities, and end-of-chapter applications that link linguistic theory and classroom practice, the authors show teachers how to use their new understandings of linguistics to help student learning.
¡Está caliente! (¡Arriba la Lectura!, Level C #8)
by Julie Haydon Bill Thomas¿Qué hace calentar las cosas? ¡Lee y lo sabrás! NIMAC-sourced textbook