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Earthworms Underground (Environments and Survival)
by Kevin Beals Debra Bandelin Bob DaceyNIMAC-sourced textbook
Earwig and the Witch
by Diana Wynne Jones Paul O. ZelinskyGot the other twelve witches all chasing me. I'll be back for her when I've shook them off. It may take years. Her name is Earwig. Earwig has been at the orphanage ever since she was a baby. That's just how she likes it. She has her best friend, Custard, and everyone always does exactly what Earwig wants. She never wants to leave, so she makes sure no one ever picks her. Then a very strange couple comes to the orphanage. They try to make themselves look ordinary. But Earwig knows they are not, not in the least. And they choose her, out of all the other children. Earwig could be in for quite an unpleasant surprise. But so could the very strange couple.
East O' the Sun and West O' the Moon: And Other Norse Fairy Tales (Dover Children's Classics)
by George Webbe DasentRemarkable collection -- the only complete edition of these wonderful tales -- contains scores of classic Norwegian tales made even more attractive by 77 illustrations by famed children's artists. Second only to Grimm.
East O' the Sun and West O' the Moon & Other Norwegian Fairy Tales
by George Webbe DasentTen stories from great Asbjørnsen and Moe collection include title story plus "Shortshanks" -- the tale of a wee lad who manages to defeat giant ogres -- "Princess on the Glass Hill," "Why the Sea Is Salt," "The Twelve Wild Ducks," "The Mastermaid," "Dapplegrim," "Tatterhood," and 2 other stories.
Easter Egg Disaster (A Harry & Emily Adventure)
by Karen Gray RuelleOh no! Harry and Emily are decorating eggs. It is very, very messy. It is only the beginning of an Easter egg disaster! How will Harry and Emily get everything right before the Easter Bunny arrives?
Easter Eggscapade (The Super-Duper Duo)
by Henri Meunier Nathalie ChouxRory and Sheldon are just regular guys—going to school, having play dates, and, of course, searching for chocolate Easter eggs. But when their bird neighbors' real eggs go missing, Rory and Sheldon spring into action to save the chicks—when they become the Super-Duper Duo! They use their super-duper powers—and their knowledge about cuckoo bird behavior—to find the culprit and return the baby birds to their nests. The Super-Duper Duo books mix zany adventure comics and animal facts in exciting young readers that are both fun and informative. Just another mission accomplished for the Super-Duper Duo!
Easter Starring Egg!
by Cynthia PlattOthers may get picked first at the Easter egg hunt, but Egg has sparkle on the outside, confidence on the inside, and the patience to wait for his perfect kid. The big Easter egg hunt may be a time to hide, but Egg wants to stand out! Fancied up for his big rendezvous with the perfect kid, Egg knows deep down in his yolk that a special friendship is about to be hatched with the kid who will see him for him.
The Easter Story (Brick Bible For Kids Ser.)
by Brendan Powell SmithAs in all the Brick Bible books, Brendan Powell Smith creates a magical “brick” world—all in LEGOs—to illustrate a story from the Bible that is then photographed and accompanied by a simple text. The Easter Story, the heart of Christianity, illustrated in LEGOs, tells of Jesus’ arrival in Jerusalem on a donkey, greeted by crowds with palm branches; followed by the Last Supper, with Jesus and his disciples sharing bread and wine; then Good Friday, when Jesus was crucified on the cross and then his body buried in a cave tomb and covered with a rock; and concluding with Easter Sunday, when Jesus’ disciples visited the tomb to discover Jesus had been risen from the dead and resurrected. This edition of the important Easter Story is sure to be the perfect holiday gift, and a book for families to cherish for years to come.
The Easter Surprise (Sweet Pea & Friends #5)
by John Churchman Jennifer ChurchmanThe fifth book by the authors of the media sensation and instant New York Times bestseller The SheepOver, featuring a curious bunny and her baby farm animal friends solving an Easter mystery together. Fern the bunny wakes up one morning to a surprise: the squirrels have discovered a beautifully decorated egg in their tree! And it's not just the squirrels--Mo the kitten, the goslings, the puppies, and even the lambs have all found special eggs hidden around the farm. As the baby animals follow clues from one egg to the next, Fern thinks she sees two soft, pointy ears peeking out above the grass. Then she notices a fluffy tail disappearing behind the barn. Then she spots long whiskers twitching among the flowers! Someone is watching, and the animal friends will have to solve their Easter mystery together to find out who. With vividly evocative photo illustrations, John and Jennifer Churchman bring to life a delightful story based on real animals and events on their Vermont farm.
Easy Arts & Crafts for Kids: 50 Fun Projects to Make, Wear, and Share
by Jennifer PerkinsArts! Crafts! Fun!—Easy projects for creative kids ages 7 to 10 Discover tons of creative crafts you can do all by yourself—and with materials you can find at home! Easy Arts & Crafts for Kids is the perfect choice for aspiring creators, bursting with instructions for dozens of stylish projects that have real uses. From amazing games and fashion to one-of-a-kind gifts, Easy Arts & Crafts for Kids will keep you entertained with super cool (and super fun) projects that you'll love to make and share! Easy Arts & Crafts for Kids includes: 50 awesome projects—Create Tin Can Robots, No-Sew Scrunchies, Rainbow Bath Bombs, Easy Woven Wall Hangings, Pressed Leaf Lanterns, and so much more. Practical crafts—Whether it's wearing, decorating, or planting, every project in Easy Arts & Crafts for Kids can be used for something. (Almost) No supervision required—Don't worry if your parents are busy—most of these projects can be done without any help. Learn how you can make fun come alive by making things with Easy Arts & Crafts for Kids.
Easy Carpentry Projects For Children
by Jerome E. LeavittWhat better way to learn than by doing? This thoughtfully conceived woodworking primer by educator Jerome E. Leavitt makes learning basic carpentry skills enjoyable and rewarding for boys and girls ages 8 and up. With special sections on basic hand tools, squaring a block of wood, and wood finishing, this unique how-to book presents step-by-step instructions for making 15 popular wooden items — all scaled to the beginner's capabilities: Sailboat, Clock Shelf, Bird Feeder, Candlesticks, Hot Dish Coaster, Towel Holder, Steamboat, Cart, Toy Sled , Birdhouse for a Wren, Book Rack, Shoeshine Kit, Table Lamp, Flower Box, and Tie Rack. Carefully planned to appeal to young woodworkers, each project includes clear, simple directions, enhanced by clean, accurate diagrams and attractive line drawings. New carpenters will beam with pride and accomplishment at having constructed useful, tangible objects to keep or to give as presents to parents or friends.
Easy Carpentry Projects for Children (Dover Children's Activity Books)
by Jerome E. Leavitt"All projects have been pretested for school use and are suitable for youngsters." — Bulletin of National Association of Secondary School Principals.What better way to learn than by doing? This thoughtfully conceived woodworking primer by educator Jerome E. Leavitt makes learning basic carpentry skills enjoyable and rewarding for boys and girls ages 8 and up. With special sections on basic hand tools, squaring a block of wood, and wood finishing, this unique how-to book presents step-by-step instructions for making 15 popular wooden items — all scaled to the beginner's capabilities: Sailboat, Clock Shelf, Bird Feeder, Candlesticks, Hot Dish Coaster, Towel Holder, Steamboat, Cart, Toy Sled , Birdhouse for a Wren, Book Rack, Shoeshine Kit, Table Lamp, Flower Box, and Tie Rack. Carefully planned to appeal to young woodworkers, each project includes clear, simple directions, enhanced by clean, accurate diagrams and attractive line drawings. New carpenters will beam with pride and accomplishment at having constructed useful, tangible objects to keep or to give as presents to parents or friends.
Easy Magic Tricks (Dover Magic Books)
by Joseph LeemingUsing the simplest props and common household items -- handkerchiefs, string, rope, playing cards, coins, dice, thimbles -- children of all ages will amaze friends and family with these easy-to-learn magic tricks. From classic table stunts and mind-reading acts to dice divinations and more magical merriment, this fully illustrated guide carefully explains each trick step-by-step . . . and will turn amateurs into wizards in no time! Performers will baffle their audiences with:* The Color-Changing Handkerchief* The Dissolving Knots* Dollar Bill Mind Reading* Dice Mathemagic* The Disappearing Thimble* Drinking Glass Levitation* Penny Jumping* The Midas Dinner Rolland many more fun, fascinating illusions.
Easy Money (Fountas & Pinnell LLI Red)
by Avery MossWhat could be easier than babysitting for a sleeping child? Easy money, right? But what out when Lily wakes up.
Eat, Sleep, Quiz, Rinse, Repeat (Ultimate Quick Quizzes)
by Rachel McMahonThis book of fun quizzes by BuzzFeed quiz creator Rachel McMahon makes a perfect activity for any child whether they're at a sleepover, on a road trip, or just hanging out at home!Grab your snacks and sleeping bag, and get ready for an even better way to spend your night in. Whether you're looking to learn more about your family and friends, or you just want to spend some downtime with yourself, this book has over twenty fun quizzes to complete with colorful illustrations throughout. The queen of BuzzFeed quizzes, Rachel McMahon, has created an exciting new series that is perfect for children 7 and up. With several quiz books that cover classic, fun topics like sports, fashion, Halloween, and Christmas, these books make perfect gifts, road trip activities, party favors, and more for the in-quiz-itive people in your life!
Eat Your Rocks, Croc!: Dr. Glider's Advice for Troubled Animals
by Jess KeatingWhen animals have problems, they call on Dr. Sugar Glider to help!Help me, Dr. Glider. My stomach is killing me! I eat all the same food as my family, but I'm the only one that feels sick. What's wrong with me?Dr. Sugar Glider travels around the world to help animals (and, on occasion, plants!) with all sorts of problems. Whether it's a crocodile with a sick stomach, a creeped-out krill, a stressed meerkat, or a male praying mantis trying to date, Dr. Glider is ready to offer advice!From powerhouse duo Jess Keating (Pink Is for Blobfish) and New York Times bestselling illustrator Pete Oswald (The Bad Seed), Eat Your Rocks, Croc! features hilarious stories, charming illustrations, and awesome true facts that will leave young readers enthralled by the real world of the animal kingdom. Robust back matter, featuring a glossary and a list of the featured creatures, makes this the perfect fit for the school curriculum.
Eat Your Science Homework: Recipes for Inquiring Minds (Eat Your Homework #2)
by Ann McCallumHungry readers discover delicious and distinct recipes in this witty companion to Eat Your Math Homework. Beginning with an overview of the scientific method and a primer in lab (sorry, kitchen) safety, this light-hearted cookbook will inspire a hunger for knowledge! A main text explains upper-elementary science concepts, including subatomic particles, acids and bases, black holes, and more. Alongside six kid-friendly recipes which encourage experiental learning and visual thinking, side-bars encourage readers to also experiment and explore outside of the kitchen. A review, glossary, and index make the entire book easy to digest.
Eat Your U.S. History Homework: Recipes for Revolutionary Minds (Eat Your Homework #3)
by Ann McCallumExamine the birth of America through a delicious lens: FOOD! This history-themed recipe book is third in a scrumptious series and proves that cooking never gets old. This collection of unique recipes will fill you up with lip-smacking history facts that reveal what cuisine was like for people between the 1600s to the 1800s, during the birth of America. Budding chefs will devour time-period inspired recipes for healthy entrees and snacks, as well as desserts, including Thanksgiving Succotash, Revolutionary Honey-Jumble Cookies, Colonial Cherry-Berry Grunts, and more. History buffs will appreciate the diverse experiences represented, from the Native Americans and the pilgrims, to slaves and plantation owners."...some tasty ways for kids to connect with the history curriculum."-Booklist
Eat Your Words: A Fascinating Look At The Language Of Food
by Charlotte Foltz Jones John O'BrienBaked Alaska, melba toast, hush puppies, and coconuts. You'd be surprised at how these food names came to be. And have you ever wondered why we use the expression "selling like hotcakes"? Or how about "spill the beans"? There are many fascinating and funny stories about the language of food--and the food hidden in our language! Charlotte Foltz Jones has compiled a feast of her favorite anecdotes, and John O'Brien's delightfully pun-filled drawings provide the dessert. Bon appetit!
Eaten Alive (Star Wars: Galaxy of Fear #1)
by John WhitmanFollow the adventures of Tash, Zak and their Uncle Hoole as they fight the evil Imperial scientist Borborygmus Gog in this six-volume sequel to Star Wars. Even the most reluctant readers will enjoy this spine-tingling series that explores the dark side of the Star Wars universe.
Eating the Alphabet: Fruits & Vegetables from A to Z
by Lois EhlertA vibrant and sturdy word book starring fruits and vegetables from around the world from Caldecott Honor–winning author-illustrator Lois Ehlert. Features upper- and lowercase letters for preschoolers just learning language.Each turn of the page reveals a mouth-watering arrangement of foods: Indian corn, jalapeno, jicama, kumquat, kiwifruit and kohlrabi. Lois Ehlert's lively watercolors paired with bold easy-to-read type make for a highly appealing and accessible book for parents and children to devour.At the end of the book, Ehlert provides a detailed glossary that includes pronunciation, botanical information, the origin and history of the particular plant and occasional mythological references, with a small watercolor picture to remind the reader of what the plant looks like.Apple to Zucchini,come take a look.Start eating your waythrough this alphabet book.
Eats, Shoots & Leaves: The Zero Tolerance Approach to Punctuation
by Lynne TrussAnxious about the apostrophe? Confused by the comma? Stumped by the semicolon? Join Lynne Truss on a hilarious tour through the rules of punctuation that is sure to sort the dashes from the hyphens. We all had the basic rules of punctuation drilled into us at school, but punctuation pedants have good reason to suspect they never sank in. 'Its Summer!' screams a sign that sets our teeth on edge. 'Pansy's ready', we learn to our considerable interest ('Is she?') as we browse among the bedding plants. It is not only the rules of punctuation that have come under attack but also a sense of why they matter. In this runaway bestseller, Lynne Truss takes the fight to emoticons and greengrocers' apostrophes with a war cry of 'Sticklers unite!'
Eb & Flow
by Kelly J. BaptistA ten-day suspension has tweens De'Kari and Ebony seeing the world with a fresh perspective. Don't miss this poignant novel in verse from the award-winning author of Isaiah Dunn Is My Hero.Two kids. One fight. No one thinks they&’re wrong. Flow I don&’t even hit girls . . . is what I&’m thinking.I roll my eyes, turn them to my shoes. Shoes I&’ma wear every day till they fall off my feet. EbIt was all just an accident!Nobody was trying to mess uphis Stupid Ugly Shoes. Now I&’ve got my third suspension of seventh grade. Ebony and De&’Kari (aka Flow) do not get along. How could they when their cafeteria scuffle ended with De'Kari's ruined shoes, Ebony on the ground, and both of them with ten days of at-home suspension? Now Eb and Flow have two weeks to think about and explain their behavior—to their families, to each other, and ultimately to themselves. Award-winning author Kelly J. Baptist delivers a novel in verse that follows Eb and Flow as they navigate their parallel lives. Single-parent homes, tight funds, and sibling dynamics provide a balancing act for the growing tweens. And whether they realize it or not, these two have a lot more in common than they think.
Echo and Narcissus: A Greek and Roman Myth
by Jeannette Sanderson Jose Ramos Jeffrey B. FuerstEcho is a playful young woman. Narcissus is a beautiful young man. Their passions lead to trouble with the gods. What will happen to them?
Echo Echo: Reverso Poems About Greek Myths
by Marilyn SingerA new book of unique reversible poems based on Greek myths from the creator of Mirror Mirror What happens when you hold up a mirror to poems about Greek myths? You get a brand-new perspective on the classics! And that is just what happens in Echo Echo, the newest collection of reverso poems from Marilyn Singer. Read one way, each poem tells the story of a familiar myth; but when read in reverse, the poems reveal a new point of view! Readers will delight in uncovering the dual points of view in well-known legends, including the stories of Pandora&’s box, King Midas and his golden touch, Perseus and Medusa, Pygmalion, Icarus and Daedalus, Demeter and Persephone, and Echo and Narcissus. These cunning verses combine with beautiful illustrations to create a collection of fourteen reverso poems to treasure.