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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.
Digger the Dinosaur (My First I Can Read)
by Rebecca DotlichDigger the Dinosaur may be huge, but he has the heart of a preschooler. He loves to help but gets mixed up a lot. In Digger the Dinosaur, Digger wants to play baseball with his friends. But he isn’t allowed to go out until he’s cleaned his room. Digger starts cleaning at top speed, but the faster he moves the messier his room gets. His big tail and big feet aren’t helping! Will Digger win the race to tidy his room and get to the game on time? Gynux’s full-color illustrations capture Digger’s lovable personality. Digger the Dinosaur is a My First I Can Read book. That means it’s perfect for shared reading with a child.
Dina-dee Forgives and Forgets
by Menuchah Beckerman Elisheva GaashWhy is Dina-dee's friend being so mean to her? Dina-dee learns the value of overlooking the past in Dina-dee Forgives and Forgets.
Dinosaur Dig!
by Penny DaleThe first title from Nosy Crow, a new imprint of Candlewick Press! Dinosaur Dig! has everything that boys love -- diggers, dinosaurs, and dirt -- plus a bit of counting thrown in for good measure. Bursting with energy, noise, and a splashy, surprising ending, this is an absolute riot of a book.
Dinosaurs Don't, Dinosaurs Do (I Like to Read)
by Steve BjörkmanHumorous Illustrations, easy-to-read text, and dinosaurs introduce young children to good manners and prosocial behavior. Dinosaurs don't just take, take, take; dinosaurs do share. When they are mad, they don't hit or bite; instead they use words to express their feelings. They shout and run outdoors; they don't shout at a wedding or run in the china shop. Illustrating this book with funny pictures of dinosaurs, Steve Björkman helps young children learn the benefits of being considerate toward others and the secret to making friends. An I Like to Read® book. Guided Reading Level E.
Dixie (I Can Read Level 1)
by Grace GilmanEmma needs to prepare for her class's production of The Wizard of Oz, so she can't play with her puppy, Dixie, after school. But Dixie does not understand. Features read-to-me audio, perfect for sharing.
Dixie Loves School Pet Day (I Can Read Level 1)
by Grace GilmanWhen Dixie gets to join Emma at school for Pet Day, she can hardly stop wagging her tail with excitement! Emma's classmates have all kinds of pets--hamsters, birds, goldfish--even lizards! Dixie tries her best to sit still, but with all the new friends to make, she may not be able to stay calm for long . . . Dixie's loveable antics will keep beginning readers laughing in this wonderful addition to the I Can Read library.
Do You Share? (Rise And Shine)
by Joanne Mattern National Geographic Learning StaffAre You a Good Friend? introduces beginning readers to social values and behaviors that are important for developing and maintaining successful friendships in the social communities of home, school, and play.
Do You Take Turns? (Rise And Shine)
by Joanne Mattern National Geographic Learning StaffSimple text explains how everyone can be a better friend by taking turns so that everyone gets what they need.
Doctors (People In My Community)
by Jacqueline Laks GormanWe usually take trips to the doctor when we’re sick, so it’s easy to undervalue this very important community member, but this book invites readers to change their minds and celebrate the role. Readers will learn about a doctor’s duties, where they work, and the tools they use to keep us feeling healthy.
Dog Number 1, Dog Number 10
by Ami RubingerDog Number 1, Dog Number 10 takes readers through a world of playful pups that love to count! Each spread's rhyming text leaves out the last word, allowing little ones to chime in and shout out the missing number. The amusing illustrations provide countable clues for the numbers that have been left out. With Dog Number 1, Dog Number 10, accomplished illustrator Ami Rubinger once again turns his humorous and imaginative eye to an otherwise simple subject. This is Rubinger's third rhyme-completion book, a technique that teaches children about concepts like counting with a fun, fill-in-the-blank challenge that encourages participation. His colorful, computer-generated canines will make little faces smile, and the rhyming game will have them counting from one to ten, again and again.
Doing Jobs Together
by Margie Burton Cathy French Tammy JonesThis book is about how families work together to complete everyday chores. (Set of 6 with Teacher's Guide and Comprehension Question Card)
Do's and Don'ts
by Todd ParrWhat should and shouldn't you do? Do give the dog a bath but don't take one with him. Do try to change your socks every day but please don't make other people smell them.
Dracula: Classics Retold
by Bram StokerDriven out of his castle in Transylvania by his thirst for human blood, Dracula roams the streets of London by night, searching for fresh victims. Professor Van Helsing and his friends vow to stop him, but will they be a match for Dracula's supernatural powers?Adapted by Mick Gowar from the original novel by Bram Stoker.A series of adaptations of well-known stories, designed to introduce young readers to the classics. Divided into short chapters and illustrated with modern black and white artwork, each title will offer the reader an accessible and exciting read.
Dream Something Big
by Dianna Hutts AstonBetween 1921 and 1955, Italian immigrant Simon Rodia transformed broken glass, seashells, pottery, and a dream to "do something big" into a U.S. National Landmark. Readers watch the towers rise from his little plot of land in Watts, California, through the eyes of a fictional girl as she grows and raises her own children. Chronicled in stunningly detailed collage that mimics Rodia's found-object art, this thirty-four-year journey becomes a mesmerizing testament to perseverance and possibility. A final, innovative "build-your-own-tower" activity makes this multicultural, intergenerational tribute a classroom natural and a perfect gift-sure to encourage kids to follow their own big dreams.
Earth to Clunk
by Pam SmallcombWhat do you send your alien pen pal Clunk to make it clear you do not want an alien pen pal? You send him your big sister. That'll teach Clunk to have a pen pal from Earth-or so our intrepid narrator thinks. But then Clunk sends him a Zoid, an exasperating Zoid that follows him everywhere. After swapping dirty socks, three Forps, some old lasagna, a weird glob, and a string of Christmas lights, our hero seems to be having . . . could it be . . . fun? But then: Clunk stops sending stuff. Oh no! Earth to Clunk . . . ? Is he too busy being bossed around by our hero's big sister? Will her ever send another package again? Maybe-or maybe not. More hilarious surprises await! Deadpan comedy, vibrant artwork (a bit Calvin & Hobbes, a bit Eloise), a warm friendship theme, and an extraordinary surprise ending will have kids laughing all the way back to the first page of this sweet-in-spite-of-itself story.
Eclipse of the Jaguar: A Novel (MacGregor Family Adventure Series)
by Richard TroutAncient Mayan history and legend lead the MacGregors through the dense jungles of Central America in pursuit of a madman—from the author of Devil&’s Breath. ACCELERATED READER PROGRAM SELECTION Deep in the heart of the rainforest of Belize, the MacGregor family becomes embroiled in an international caper involving Mayan treasure, villainous looters, secret ruins, and human sacrifice. In an effort to locate the hidden tomb of a Mayan king, the psychopathic Mr. Frost leads a team of thieves in stealing all of the ancient Mayan codices from museums around the globe. When Frost kidnaps two of the children, it&’s up to the teenage heroes to solve the mystery of the Mayans before it&’s too late. Flush with action and suspense, this fast-paced Central American adventure brings the MacGregor family closer than ever to confronting their mortality. The award-winning MacGregor Family Adventure Series has received praise from such outlets as School Library Journal, VOYA, and bestselling author Clive Cussler. Each book in the series features a deep knowledge of cultural, historical, and environmental issues as well as foreign landscapes, technology, and sociopolitical issues.
EDGE: EDGE: Classics Retold (Edge - Classics Retold Ser. #9)
by Mary ShelleyFrankenstein is the terrifying story of a scientist who uses his powers to bring a dead body back to life and thus creates a monster. Little can the scientist imagine the consequences of his actions, as he and his creation quickly become drawn into a deadly game of cat and mouse, which only one of them can win...Adapted by Mick Gowar from the original novel by Mary Shelley.A series of adaptations of well-known stories, designed to introduce young readers to the classics. Divided into short chapters and illustrated with modern black and white artwork, each title will offer the reader an accessible and exciting read.
EDGE: Classics Retold
by Jules VerneProfessor Arronax and his men are kidnapped and held aboard the submarine Nautilus, piloted by the mysterious Captain Nemo. Deep under the sea they glimpse the lost city of Atlantis, dodge icebergs and do battle with a mighty giant squid. But will the Professor and his men ever manage to escape Captain Nemo and the Nautilus?Adapted by Lynne Benton from the original novel by Jules Verne.A series of adaptations of well-known stories, designed to introduce young readers to the classics. Divided into short chapters and illustrated with modern black and white artwork, each title will offer the reader an accessible and exciting read.
Edwin Speaks Up
by April Stevens Sophie BlackallHere's a book that will get the whole family laughing. When a large family of ferrets and their precocious baby take a chaotic trip to the supermarket, mom can't keep track of the groceries, the shopping cart . . . or even the kids! Baby Edwin tries to help, but everyone thinks he's just babbling. Little do they know that he really has all the answers.Full of fun-to-say nonsense words this is a perfect storytime book and a great read-aloud. April Stevens, author of Waking Up Wendell, is accompanied by Ezra Jack Keats Award winner Sophie Blackall for a match-up that is sure to delight.From the Hardcover edition.
Edwin Speaks Up: Read & Listen Edition
by April StevensHere's a book that will get the whole family laughing—now with lighthearted Read & Listen narration. When a large family of ferrets and their precocious baby take a chaotic trip to the supermarket, mom can't keep track of the groceries, the shopping cart . . . or even the kids! Baby Edwin tries to help, but everyone thinks he's just babbling. Little do they know that he really has all the answers.Full of fun-to-say nonsense words this is a perfect storytime book and a great read-aloud. April Stevens, author of Waking Up Wendell, is accompanied by Ezra Jack Keats Award winner Sophie Blackall for a matchup that is sure to delight.This ebook includes Read & Listen audio narration.
Elephant Joe, Brave Knight!
by David WojtowyczElephant Joe, brave knight, will! (With his trusty sidekick, Zebra Pete, of course.) But there's an unexpected twist in this tale. Is the damsel in distress who she seems to be? And what happens when Elephant Joe and Zebra Pete wake the dragon guarding the Dark Knight's tower? There'll be lots of jousting and heroics before it's all over in this comical adventure from British author-illustrator David Wojtowycz. And we mean comic-al! Witty asides and clever dialogue in word balloons add to the hilarity and captivating design.
The Enormous Turnip
by Carrie Smith Jacqueline Rogers Sera Y. ReycraftHow will the man get the enormous turnip out of the ground? Read this folktale about working hard to find out!
Estie the Mensch
by Jane Kohuth Rosanne LitzingerEstie does not always like people. So when her grandmother reminds her to be a mensch, she'd rather not. She'd rather be a dog. Or a turtle. Or a seagull. Being a monkey can even make another kid laugh! But it can also make another kid cry, and that's when Estie and her grandmother find out what a mensch Estie can really be.From the Hardcover edition.