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I Really Want to Eat a Child
by Sylviane DonnioAchilles is tired of eating bananas every day. What he really wants is to eat a child - but mum and dad aren't being co-operative! What an idea! They try sausage and chocolate cake, but Achilles is not interested. Will Achilles finally be able to eat a child - or is he just a little too little!'An amusing story with wonderfully expressive illustrations.' - The Independent'The appetizing mixture of domestic breakfast concerns and fierce child-eating monsters will leave children hungry for more.' - Publishers Weekly
I Really Want to See You, Grandma
by Taro GomiYumi and her grandmother have the same great idea: They want to see each other. So they each head out to do just that, only to completely miss each other along the way! No problem—they'll just head back home and wait for the other to return. The trouble is that they have the same great idea—again—resulting in the ultimate missed connection! Will this duo ever find each other? Leave it to bestselling author-illustrator Taro Gomi to spin an action-packed story that sweetly, and humorously, celebrates the powerful grandparent-child bond.
I Really Want to Win
by Simon PhilipPerfect for fans of mischievous storytime favorites like Pig the Pug, The Bad Seed, and Eloise comes a winning story about a spunky heroine and her sidekick pup who are ready to WIN!Today is Sports Day, I can't wait.And as I know that I'll be great,I've planned how I will celebrate...Because I'm going to WIN.Our heroine and her sidekick pup have their eyes on the prize and are ready to find something to WIN. They compete in a spelling bee, a dancing contest, hide-and-seek, and more in search of a shiny medal. But what will happen if they... don't walk away the winner? Playfully tackling themes of competition, good sportsmanship, and being a fair loser (and winner!), I Really Want to Win joyfully reminds readers that, sometimes, winning isn't everything. With rollicking rhyming text from Simon Philip, bold, expressive illustrations from Lucia Gaggiotti, and a spunky heroine in the middle of it all, this follow-up to I Really Want the Cake is sure to be a winner!"A great conversation starter about the frustrations of competition and the search for a personal passion." -- Kirkus Reviews
I Remember Abuelito
by Janice Levy Loretta LopezIt's the Day of the Dead! It's time to celebrate! In this bilingual book, a young girl is busy helping her family prepare to honor those who have died. First she goes with her mamá to the market to buy pan de muerto. Then she lays a path of marigold petals with her papa. But mostly, she thinks of her abuelito. She misses him very much and is excited for his spirit to visit that night. And when she sees the butterflies fly through the sky, she knows that his spirit is with them. Written in both Spanish and English, this book includes activities and recipes just right for any Day of the Dead celebration. Loretta Lopez's colorful illustrations perfectly complement Janice Levy's child-friendly introduction to this important holiday. Ms. Levy and Ms. Lopez, who both live in New York State, previously collaborated on Celebrate! It's Cinco de Mayo! / ¡Celebremos! ¡Es el Cinco de Mayo!
I Remember You
by Cathleen Davitt BellFor fans of THE FUTURE OF US comes an engrossing story of two teens, whose love for each other is tested by time and fate. Lucas and Juliet couldn't be more different from each other. But from the moment Lucas sees Juliet, he swears he remembers their first kiss. Their first dance. Their first fight. He even knows what's going to happen between them--not because he can predict the future, but because he claims to have already lived it. Juliet doesn't know whether to be afraid for herself or for Lucas. As Lucas's memories occur more frequently, they also grow more ominous. All Juliet wants is to keep Lucas safe with her. But how do you hold on to someone you love in the present when they've begun slipping away from you in the future?From the Hardcover edition.
I Represent Sean Rosen
by Jeff BaronSean Rosen knows what he wants. A ten-million dollar deal with a big Hollywood studio. The only problem is, he doesn't know a single person in show business. He and his mom (a nurse) and his dad (a plumber) live far away from Los Angeles or New York. Figuring it out as he goes, using only his laptop and his phone, Sean makes amazing progress in his quest, which no one else has a clue about. Except you, if you read this book. It's good. And it's funny. Trust me. I should know, because I represent Sean Rosen.
I Residenti di Luna
by Daniele Cianfriglia David EstesI Residenti di Luna di David Estes Dopo un terribile cataclisma che ha costretto il genere umano a rifugiarsi sotto terra, due adolescenti provenienti da ambienti molto diversi si ritrovano assieme nel bel mezzo di una rivoluzione. "Una delle 15 serie da leggere se vi è piaciuto Hunger Games" - Buzzfeed Nel disperato tentativo di scampare alla distruzione causata decenni prima, l'umanità si è rifugiata sotto la superficie terrestre, nelle profondità del pianeta, dove ha dato vita a una nuova società, il Tri-Reame. Dopo che i suoi genitori e sua sorella sono stati prelevati dagli Enforcer, la diciassettenne Adele, una Residente, come vengono detti gli abitanti dei tre stati sotterranei, del Reame Luna, viene ingiustamente condannata al carcere a vita per i presunti crimini dei suoi genitori, accusati di tradimento. Adele deve evadere a tutti i costi dalla Gabbia, il penitenziario minorile in cui è "ospitata", e trovare la sua famiglia. È braccata da Rivet, uno dei soldati scelti del Presidente, violento psicopatico che si comporta come una vera e propria macchina sanguinaria. Con lei altri due detenuti, Tawni e Cole. Entrambi nascondono segreti oscuri che non devono essere scoperti. Oltre ai suoi amici, Adele ha dalla sua un formidabile calcio rotante e due pugni poderosi, che ha imparato a usare al meglio grazie all'addestramento che le ha impartito suo padre. All'altra estremità dello spettro sociale c'è Tristan, il figlio del Presidente, un Residente del Reame Sole. Sua madre se n'è andata. Lui odia suo padre e con l'aiuto del suo servitore, nonché migliore amico, Roc, abbandona il suo stile di vita lussuoso nel Reame Sole, nel tentativo di mettere a miglior frutto la sua vita tormentata. Quando all'interno del Tri-Reame scoppia una guerra, Tristan si trova catapultato in mezzo a un conflitto che sembra seguire misteriosamente i movimenti di Adele, mentre la ragazza va in cerca della sua famiglia e scopre il
I Rise
by Marie ArnoldA heartbreaking and powerful novel about racism and social justice as fourteen-year-old Ayo has to decide whether to take on her mother's activist role when her mom is shot by police. As she tries to find answers, Ayo looks to the wisdom of her ancestors and her Harlem community for guidance.Ayo's mother founded the biggest civil rights movement to hit New York City in decades. It’s called ‘See Us’ and it tackles police brutality and racial profiling in Harlem. Ayo has spent her entire life being an activist and now, she wants out. She wants to get her first real kiss, have a boyfriend, and just be a normal teen.When her mom is put into a coma after a riot breaks out between protesters and police, protestors want Ayo to become the face of See Us and fight for justice for her mother who can no longer fight for herself. While she deals with her grief and anger, Ayo must also discover if she has the strength to take over where her mother left off.This impactful and unforgettable novel takes on the important issues of inequality, systemic racism, police violence, and social justice.
I Rode a Horse of Milk White Jade
by Diane Lee WilsonIn early 14-century China, Oyuna tells her granddaughter of her girlhood in Mongolia and how love for her horse enabled her to win an important race and bring good luck to her family.
I Said, Bed! (I Like to Read)
by Bruce Degen"Go to bed.""No.""I said BED.""I said NO!"Mom eventually wins this argument, but even after her son is all tucked in, his opinion hasn't changed. "Bed is boring," he whispers to his teddy bear. Teddy, however disagrees. "This bed is GOOD," he says. "This bed can GO." Indeed, with a few alterations, the bed is suddenly mobile--and boy and bear are journeying down the road, to outer space, where the boy concludes that this is one bed that's worth fighting for! A perfect story for early readers--some of whom may still be waging bedtime battles of their own.
I Sailed With Columbus
by Miriam SchleinDescribes Columbus' first voyage of discovery as seen through the eyes of a twelve-year-old ship's boy.
I Saw Esau: The Schoolchild's Pocket Book
by Iona Opie Peter OpieA collection of wit and wisdom of generations of schoolchildren--more than 170 selections ranging from insults and riddles to jeers and jump-rope rhymes.
I Saw Santa
by Thelma Carey-ThompsonLittle Dwayne grew up in rural Jamaica in the loving care of Granny. Like other little girls and boys he loved to play. Santa Claus, he learned, was somehow part of toys and games and very important at Christmas. Dwayne even had a treasured picture of Santa’s face. One day some special visitors from Canada came to his Basic School. Imagine Dwayne’s surprise when a tall white man with a white beard got off the bus. Dwayne just knew this was Santa. This publication is in support of The Adopt-A-Basic-School Project of Women for P.A.C.E. (Canada).
I Saw Three Ships
by Elizabeth GoudgeThis beloved Christmas story is set in an old English seaport town, where a little girl hopes for a visit from the Wise Men. She gets and equally magical surprise instead when three ships sail into the harbor.
I Saw You in the Bathtub and Other Folk Rhymes (I Can Read! #Level 1)
by Alvin SchwartzThis book is filled with rhymes. They are silly and funny and scary. Nobody knows who made them up. But some of the poets were children. Their rhymes were passed from person to person. And now they have reached you. Maybe some day You will write a rhyme like one of these.
I Scream! Ice Cream!
by Serge Bloch Amy Krouse RosenthalWhat do "I Scream!" and "Ice Cream!" have in common? Nothing--besides the fact that they sound the same! The ever-surprising Amy Krouse Rosenthal unleashes her prolific wit in this silly and smart book of wordplay. Perfectly complemented by equally clever illustrations from the talented and internationally renowned Serge Bloch, this mind-bending book will have young readers thinking about words in an entirely new way!
I See
by Liza Bennett Cindy Peattie Diane Le FeyerTitle contained within StartUp Phonic Core Program. Not Sold Separately
I See a Butterfly (In My Backyard)
by Alex ApplebyThis colorful picture book shows the life cycle from egg to butterfly.
I See a Cat (I Like to Read)
by Paul MeiselA dog barks at everything he loves—a cat, a squirrel, and his favorite boy! This Level A book is perfect for new readers. I see a cat. I see a bird. I see a fly. Easy-to-read text and fun pictures follow a dog through his happy day. Sitting inside his house, the dog watches other animals pass by the glass door . . . until his beloved boy comes home, and the two pals dash outside, determined to get up close and personal with all the backyard wildlife! 2018 Theodor Seuss Geisel Honor Book American Library Association Notable Book Junior Library Guild Selection Level A books, for early kindergarten, have one short sentence that repeats on every page with only one word change per spread. Images help tell the story—leading to faster decoding of sight words. This proven method starts the earliest readers on the path to reading fluency. When Level A is mastered, follow up with Level B. The award-winning I Like to Read® series focuses on guided reading levels A through G, based upon Fountas and Pinnell standards. Acclaimed author-illustrators--including winners of Caldecott, Theodor Seuss Geisel, and Coretta Scott King honors—create original, high-quality illustrations that support comprehension of simple text and are fun for kids to read again and again with their parents, teachers or on their own!
I See a Kookaburra!: Discovering Animal Habitats Around the World
by Steve Jenkins Robin PageI See a Kookaburra! lets readers search for an oystercatcher, an elephant shrew, and a fierce snapping turtle in the places where they live. Learn how these animals and many others grow and thrive in very different environments.Incorporated into the book is an interactive element. Hidden in the illustrations are animals camouflaged in their surroundings. Turn the page to see if you were able to find them all!
I See a Shadow
by Laura BreenI See a Shadow is a charming picture book that delivers a bright new take on the concept of shadows and the delight of imagination, from debut author/illustrator Laura Breen. Shadows are fun. They can be funny, too. Mostly, shadows are all around us, and not always what they seem. Here is a delightful, graphic celebration of imagination.
I See and See (I Like to Read)
by Ted LewinAn observant boy sees many things on his way home from school. A dog, a truck, a bird, a butterfly. . . these ordinary urban experiences become artistic inspiration for the boy. When he gets home, he draws all of the things he saw. Now he can see them at home, too! Caldecott Honor medalist Ted Lewin’s magnificent, lifelike paintings transform the boy’s everyday walk into an enchanting exploration of his surroundings. Emerging readers will like the simple, repetitive text, and will challenge themselves to see what the boy sees—and more. An I Like to Read® book. Guided Reading Level B.
I See, I See.
by Robert HendersonA book for one.A book for two.A book for different points of view.This clever and colorful picture book of opposites will change the way you see things, literally. Turn the book upside down and your perspective alters: Left becomes right; high becomes low; empty becomes full! Great as a rhyming read-aloud, and even better with a friend, this book of two points of view begs to be shared and will immerse booklovers of all ages in a unique reading experience.