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The Velveteen Rabbit (or How Toys Become Real)
by Margery Williams William NicholsonOriginally published in 1922, The Velveteen Rabbit has delighted young readers for nearly a century. The story follows a young boy who’s given a stuffed rabbit as a Christmas gift. After the rabbit befriends other nursery toys, he comes to the realization that he wants to become a real rabbit. Eventually, the boy becomes ill and is relocated; his room is then disinfected and all the boy’s toys are thrown out, including the velveteen rabbit. The rabbit sheds a real tear causing a fairy to appear and turn him into a real rabbit. This edition includes full-color illustrations, with image descriptions,from the original illustrator, William Nicholson. Each image accompanies the text to enhance young readers’ experience and immerse them in this captivating story. Reprinted hundreds of times since its initial publication, The Velveteen Rabbit is a timeless children’s classic lets young readers experience the true magic of friendship, love, and being honest with oneself. In 2007, the book was named one of "Teachers’ Top 100 Books for Children” by the National Education Association.
A Moose For Jessica
by Pat A. Wakefield Larry CarraraFrom the book jacket: Early one October morning, a bull moose strode out of the Vermont woods and caught sight of a pudgy Hereford cow named Jessica. During the next seventy-six days, he wooed her, and the amorous couple became the subject of worldwide news coverage. People everywhere found the moose's ardent attentions a touching diversion from more serious issues of the day and a poignant reminder of the unpredictability of love. But the underlying story, never fully told until now, is that of Jessica's owner, Larry Carrara, and the patience and care he offered a wild creature. The bond between man and moose speaks to all, young and old, of the mysterious harmony that is possible when nature is treated with intelligence and respect. PAT A. WAKEFIELD was born in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. After eighteen years of corporate life in New York City, she moved to Vermont with her husband and two children. She is a marketing consultant living in North Chittenden. This is her first book. LARRY CARRARA lives in Shrewsbury, Vermont, on a farm that has been in his family for three generations. He and his wife, Lila, have five children and four grandchildren. He works for a local manufacturing firm and is a part-time farmer with a few horses, a small herd of beef cattle, and a soft spot for all creatures, wild or tame: "If a cow gives me trouble or if there are too many bull calves, I'll sell them. I can't slaughter them. I get too darned attached."
Ellen Tebbits
by Beverly ClearyI'm Ellen Tebbits, and goodness, the trouble I get into. You'll think it's very funny (most kids do!)<P><P> But I don't.<P> Did YOU ever pretend that you could<P> ride a horse -- and then have to ride one?<P> Did YOU ever try to do the right steps in your ballet class when your underwear was slipping???? Did YOU . . .<P> No, I'm not going to tell you anymore.<P> Read all about me yourself,
The Old Peabody Pew
by Kate Douglas WigginThe Dorcas society of the little church has set its collective mind to the task of re-dressing the floors -- which means cleaning the pews, too -- and if they cannot have it done by Thanksgiving, why, then, let it be by Christmas. Nancy Wentworth, at thirty-five the most vivacious of them, with her youth undimmed by her work as teacher, throws herself into the work, even the dirty business of scrubbing. She begins to clean the Peabody Pew, which starts Mrs. Sargent into the subject of that worthless Peabody son, long missing. "I know there's a Peabody still alive and doing business in Detroit," Mrs. Burbank says then, "for I got his address a week ago, and I wrote asking if he would send a few dollars toward repairing the old church." Nancy turns her face to the wall and silently wipes at the paint of the wainscoting. The blood that has rushed into her cheeks at Mrs. Sargent's jeering reference to Justin Peabody still lingers there, for anyone at all to read.
Mariana Becomes a Butterfly: An Agricultural Engineering Story
by the Engineering is Elementary Team Jeannette MartinNIMAC-sourced textbook
Healthy Happy Habits Grade 3
by SchoolaidHealthy Happy Habits is written on a third-grade level. The lessons are short and quite simple, yet they teach basic, every-day habits that can greatly benefit the child, both in physical safety and well-being and in the art of getting along with others. As children grow, they must be taught to take responsibility for their actions. They must learn that a person is very much what he teaches himself to be. Thus the emphasis on habits. You can learn to be clean and neat. You can learn to practice safety and to help others. You can learn to be courteous and pleasant.
Betsy and Mr. Kilpatrick
by Carolyn Haywood[From the back of the book:] "Mr. Kilpatrick, the big, warmhearted policeman, had seen Betsy and her friends safely across the school crossing ever since the first grade. Every morning the children looked forward eagerly to his cheery greetings in his soft Irish brogue. When the news spread that Mr. Kilpatrick was going to be transferred, they were heartbroken. To add insult to injury, his replacement was to be a lady policeman! Before long the Kilpatrick Club, formed in his honor, was busy squabbling over the selection of his going-away present. Another of their projects was welcoming, and befriending, the policeman's six nieces and nephews from Ireland. Then, suddenly, the day of Mr. Kilpatrick's departure arrived. What happens next makes a gala conclusion to a happy story. These pages abound with touches of Irish charm, an easygoing humor, and an outright hilarity that will quickly endear the new book to the many Carolyn Haywood readers. Never has her gift for creating real children and her love for them been more apparent in text and drawings." You will find many more fun books about Betsy and her classmates in the Bookshare collection including: Eddie the Dog Holder, Eddie and Louella, Eddie and His Big Deals, Eddie's Pay Dirt, Eddie and Gardenia and Eddie and the Fire Engine.]
Annabel the Actress, Camping It Up
by Ellen ConfordAnnabel is dead set on becoming a famous actress. When the camp play calls for auditions, she is only too happy to try out for the big part. Annabel clinches it with her blood-curdling screams, and she thinks this gig just might be her big break. But soon she learns there's more to the acting life than fame and fortune. And when a garden snake worms his way onstage opening night, it's up to Annabel to make sure that the show must go on!
Elsa And Her Cubs
by Joy AdamsonFrom the Book Jacket: In 1956, George Adamson, Senior Game Warden of the Northern Frontier District in Africa, killed a lioness, who had charged him, and brought home to his wife, Joy, three little lionesses only a few days old. Two of the cubs were sent to a zoo in Holland. The third, Elsa, remained with the Adamsons as an affectionate member of the household. In time Elsa had cubs of her own in the bush and brought them to meet the Adamsons. Because of the many photographs the Adamsons have taken of Elsa and her cubs, Mrs. Adamson has made another book so that others may share and enjoy them. She tells here the story of Elsa's cubs from the first time Elsa brought them to camp until they were taken to the Serengeti National Game Park when they were fifteen months old. With picture Descriptions.
Jamie's Discovery
by Betty RolandJamie's dog Fran is gone! Is she lost or did the old "hatter" take her? Jamie has almost given up the search--then comes his big discovery!
Little Andy: The Greatest Recess Monitor Ever!!! (Little Andy's World #1)
by Antoine LunsfordLittle Andy is a student and recess monitor at Spriggs Park Academy who patrols the playground to make sure everyone plays safely and correctly. One day, he changes and not for the better. The students no longer listen to him because he's rude and doesn't care about their feelings. Can he figure out how to regain their trust and become the person they once knew?"
Little Andy Runs for School President!!! (Little Andy's World #3)
by Antoine LunsfordWhen Little Andy decided to run for school president, he felt confident that he would win. But, when his rival, Chance Parker, entered his name into the race, Little Andy's confidence quickly faded. Now, let's find out who would become school president of Spriggs Park Academy. This is going to be a race that that students will be talking about for years to come.
Oh No! There's a Bully in Our School (Little Andy's World #2)
by Antoine LunsfordLittle Andy meets Kumar, a new student at recess. They quickly become good friends. Suddenly, after a series of events occur, their friendship changes for the worse. Will they do what it takes to become good friends again?
The King with Six Friends
by Jay WilliamsHere is a story for anyone of any age who loves a good fairytale. It is designed to be read aloud to children, a perfect bedtime story or to be read by children third grade and above. A young king with no kingdom, no job, no home and no food, sets out to seek his fortune. Along the way he finds bees, fire, a serpent and other objects in distress and gives them aid whereupon they become his friends. Later when he is given three impossibly hard tasks to win the hand of a princess, he learns the value of friendship and having the gift of leadership.
A Little Maid of Ticonderoga
by Alice Turner CurtisThis is the story of a little girl whose home was among the Green Mountains of Vermont, then known as "The Wilderness," at the beginning of the American Revolution; and at the time when Ethan Allen and his brave soldiers were on guard to defend their rights.
Clean Clarence
by Priscilla Friedrich Otto FriedrichClarence is an odd pig. He does not like to get dirty like the other pigs.Not only does he not like to get dirty, he wants to be CLEAN. Even after Clarence becomes famous, though, he is not happy and returns to a farm in his own special way. Limited picture descriptions present.
Punkin Summer
by John BurressIn the colorful, heart-warming story, John Burress reveals all a young boy's dreams and ambitions. Punkin, his mother and father, even grandmother, who like Punkin and Jitter, wanted to feel needed in the world--all these characters are enriched by the humor, understanding, and affection of the author. John Burress has captured too, all the flavor of the Missouri town in which they live, and made the town and its people your town and your neighbors.
Reading Comprehension 3 Skill Sheets
by Abeka BooksEvaluate your child’s reading comprehension with 36 weekly reading activities with comprehension checks covering a variety of topics including natural resources, weather, research, recipes, flyers, and poems. Each story comes with a specified amount of time in which to read and comprehension questions to answer. The questions and activities are built on literary concepts developed throughout the reading program. Stimulate your child’s reading interest and help them improve their speed and comprehension skill through these informative stories.
Pilgrim Boy
by Matilda NordtvedtTravel along with nine year-old Edward as he journeys from Holland across the Atlantic to the New World in Pilgrim Boy. This chapter book helps your child understand the beginnings of America while depicting historically-based, thrilling adventures. Help your child tackle a longer story and practice extended reading comprehension through vocabulary words, comprehension questions at the end of each chapter, and a consolidated glossary of challenging words. Your child along with young Edward will see the hand of God in the beginning of American history.
From Shore to Shore
by Abeka BooksTake your students in seafaring adventures as they advance in third grade reading. With a nautical theme, Shore to Shore includes a variety of literature including historical fiction, international selections, classic literature, and informational text. Dive into famous poetry and folk tales, learn about Christopher Columbus, and go on many more adventures. Enrichment exercises feature steps to summarizing and analyzing main characters. Prepare your students for higher-level literary concepts through this remarkable reader.
Pilgrim's Progress: Christian's Journey
by John BunyanThis twenty-chapter novel has been adapted from John Bunyan’s famous allegory, Pilgrim’s Progress. Inspire your students to follow the book’s hero, Christian, step by step through his rewarding journey to the city of Zion. This novel will not only capture students’ interests but encourage their hearts as well. Help your students improve their reading accuracy, enunciation, smoothness, alertness to punctuation, expression, and comprehension with this classic story!