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Journeys Grade 3 Volume 1
by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt StaffJourneys is a research-based, comprehensive English Language Arts program developed by literacy experts and backed by proven results.
Journeys in Literature: American Traditions, Volume C
by John HoldrenVarious short stories and poems from all aspects of current and previous American culture and history.
Journeys Readers Notebook, Volume 2 Grade 3
by Houghton Mifflin HarcourtExercises to strengthen your understanding of what you've read and how grammar works.
Jovita llevaba pantalones: La historia de una mexicana que luchó por la libertad (Jovita Wore Pants)
by Aida SalazarThe remarkable true story of Jovita Valdovinos, a Mexican revolutionary who disguised herself as a man to fight for her rights, told by her great-niece, award-winning author, Aida Salazar!Jovita soñaba con poder usar pantalones como sus hermanos Ramón y Luciano.Cuando su padre y sus hermanos marcharon a la Guerra Cristera a luchar por el derecho a practicar libremente su religión, ella quiso ayudar. Entonces sobrevino la tragedia, y Jovita se vio obligada a cortarse el pelo, ponerse pantalones y continuar la lucha. Disfrazada de hombre, se puso al mando de un batallón que la siguió sin dudar.Jovita dreamed of wearing pants like her brothers, Ramón and Luciano.When her father and brothers joined the Cristeros War to fight for the right to practice religion freely, she wanted to help. Then tragedy struck, compelling Jovita to cut her hair, put on pants, and continue the fight. Disguised as a man, she commanded a battalion who followed her without question.
Jovita Wore Pants: The Story of a Mexican Freedom Fighter
by Aida SalazarJovita dreamed of wearing pants! She hated the big skirts Abuela made her wear. She wanted to scale the tallest mesquite tree on her rancho, ride her horse, and feel the wind curl her face into a smile <P><P> When her father and brothers joined the Cristero War to fight for religious freedom, Jovita wanted to go, too. Forbidden, she defied her father's rules - and society's - and found a clever way to become a trailblazing revolutionary, wearing pants! <P><P> This remarkable true story about a little-known maverick Mexican heroine is brought vividly to life by her great-niece and Américas Award-winner Aida Salazar, and Eisner Award-honoree Molly Mendoza. <P><P><i>Advisory: Bookshare has learned that this book offers only partial accessibility. We have kept it in the collection because it is useful for some of our members. Benetech is actively working on projects to improve accessibility issues such as these.</i>
The Joy in You
by Cat DeeleyEncourage kids to live out loud and be their truest selves with this picture book from host of So You Think You Can Dance and mom Cat Deeley. Dream big, as big as the night sky full of stars. When you discover the things you love, you&’ll find true joy. Journey through a magical world, filled with a colorful cast of animals, where readers have endless opportunities to be themselves and find freedom in expression. They will delight in the silly humor and undeniable spirit of this rhythmic picture book—and take to heart the message that they are enough exactly as they are! Cat Deeley&’s debut is the perfect gift for baby showers, birthday parties, and moving-up ceremonies. Its cozy illustrations also make it an ideal bedtime book that you can read to your little one.
The Joy Journal
by Barbara JohnsonCreated by best-selling humorist Barbara Johnson, this is the place to put your own thoughts of hope, gladness, and love--with Barbara's zany bits of joy, laughter and survival tips to inspire you along the way.
The Joy of Making Music (Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Vocabulary Readers #Leveled Reader: Level: 4, Theme: 4.4)
by Nomi J. WaldmanA brief biography of the violinist Itzhak Perlman.
The Joy of Spooking: Unearthly Asylum
by P. J BracegirdleJoy Wells is fascinated by the strange noises coming from the abandoned Spooking Asylum. She knows all about the famous legends that surround the place, and is certain that she is hearing the guns of long-dead soldiers. But what if something more contemporary is going on? Could it be that the old asylum is not abandoned after all? When Joy's pet frog, Fizz, gets away, Joy travels through the town's old sewers looking for him, only to emerge above ground inside the locked gates of the asylum. And there she uncovers a trail of greed and madness guaranteed to thrill her horror-loving heart! Why don't you join her for a little not-so-harmless mayhem - if you dare!
The Joy of Spooking: Fiendish Deeds
by P. J BracegirdleEleven-year-old Joy Wells is a literary horror fan and proud resident of Spooking, the run-down, eerie town at the top of the hill. At the bottom of the hill is Darlington, a plastic suburban 'paradise' where Joy and her brother go to school. When the mayor of Darlington announces that a water park is soon to be constructed over the Spooking Bog, Joy knows she must act quickly if she's going to save her ancient, beloved town from becoming just as cute and icky as Darlington. But the Spooking Bog holds many mysteries. . . Could the legend of the Bog Fiend be true? Who is the bizarre woman that lives there in the house on stilts? And what will become of it all when the bulldozers come rolling up the hill from Darlington? Joy is on a mission to find out, but someone wants to stop her, and they'll do whatever it takes. . .
Joy Sparton and Her Problem Twin (Joy Sparton Series)
by Ruth I. JohnsonThis warm-hearted, humorous series relates the growing pains and problems that confront two PKs (preacher's kids), Joy Sparton and her twin brother Roy. Each delightful account is written in the first person, from Joy's viewpoint, in her own colorful language. The gospel, the Saviour, and the separated Christian walk—all are presented in a framework of the experiences of this lovable young teenager.In Joy Sparton and Her Problem Twin, because Roy starts mixing with the wrong crowd, he gets charged with a filling-station holdup. Joy's faith and understanding bring triumph to Roy and honor to her Lord.
Joy Sparton and Her Problem Twin (Joy Sparton Series)
by Ruth I. JohnsonThis warm-hearted, humorous series relates the growing pains and problems that confront two PKs (preacher's kids), Joy Sparton and her twin brother Roy. Each delightful account is written in the first person, from Joy's viewpoint, in her own colorful language. The gospel, the Saviour, and the separated Christian walk—all are presented in a framework of the experiences of this lovable young teenager.In Joy Sparton and Her Problem Twin, because Roy starts mixing with the wrong crowd, he gets charged with a filling-station holdup. Joy's faith and understanding bring triumph to Roy and honor to her Lord.
Joy Sparton and the Money Mix-Up (Joy Sparton Series)
by Ruth I. JohnsonThis warm-hearted, humorous series relates the growing pains and problems that confront two PKs (preacher's kids), Joy Sparton and her twin brother Roy. Each delightful account is written in the first person, from Joy's viewpoint, in her own colorful language. The gospel, the Saviour, and the separated Christian walk—all are presented in a framework of the experiences of this lovable young teenager.In Joy Sparton and the Money Mix-Up, snooping around Grandma Sutton's house leads Joy and Roy into mystery and trouble—and victory in the Lord.
Joy Sparton and the Money Mix-Up (Joy Sparton Series)
by Ruth I. JohnsonThis warm-hearted, humorous series relates the growing pains and problems that confront two PKs (preacher's kids), Joy Sparton and her twin brother Roy. Each delightful account is written in the first person, from Joy's viewpoint, in her own colorful language. The gospel, the Saviour, and the separated Christian walk—all are presented in a framework of the experiences of this lovable young teenager.In Joy Sparton and the Money Mix-Up, snooping around Grandma Sutton's house leads Joy and Roy into mystery and trouble—and victory in the Lord.
Joy Sparton and the Mystery in Room 7 (Joy Sparton Series)
by Ruth I. JohnsonThis warm-hearted, humorous series relates the growing pains and problems that confront two PKs (preacher's kids), Joy Sparton and her twin brother Roy. Each delightful account is written in the first person, from Joy's viewpoint, in her own colorful language. The gospel, the Saviour, and the separated Christian walk—all are presented in a framework of the experiences of this lovable young teenager.In Joy Sparton and the Mystery in Room 7, a new home, a police raid, and an unexpected visitor involve the twins in a real mystery.
Joy Sparton and the Mystery in Room 7 (Joy Sparton Series)
by Ruth I. JohnsonThis warm-hearted, humorous series relates the growing pains and problems that confront two PKs (preacher's kids), Joy Sparton and her twin brother Roy. Each delightful account is written in the first person, from Joy's viewpoint, in her own colorful language. The gospel, the Saviour, and the separated Christian walk—all are presented in a framework of the experiences of this lovable young teenager.In Joy Sparton and the Mystery in Room 7, a new home, a police raid, and an unexpected visitor involve the twins in a real mystery.
Joy Sparton and the Vacation Mix-Up (Joy Sparton Series)
by Ruth I. JohnsonThis warm-hearted, humorous series relates the growing pains and problems that confront two PKs (preacher's kids), Joy Sparton and her twin brother Roy. Each delightful account is written in the first person, from Joy's viewpoint, in her own colorful language. The gospel, the Saviour, and the separated Christian walk—all are presented in a framework of the experiences of this lovable young teenager.In Joy Sparton and the Vacation Mix-Up, the morning that the Sparton family starts out on their vacation Joy gets the mumps—then Roy gets the measles. Not even this can stop the irrepressible pair.
Joy Sparton and the Vacation Mix-Up (Joy Sparton Series)
by Ruth I. JohnsonThis warm-hearted, humorous series relates the growing pains and problems that confront two PKs (preacher's kids), Joy Sparton and her twin brother Roy. Each delightful account is written in the first person, from Joy's viewpoint, in her own colorful language. The gospel, the Saviour, and the separated Christian walk—all are presented in a framework of the experiences of this lovable young teenager.In Joy Sparton and the Vacation Mix-Up, the morning that the Sparton family starts out on their vacation Joy gets the mumps—then Roy gets the measles. Not even this can stop the irrepressible pair.
Joy Sparton of Parsonage Hill (Joy Sparton Series)
by Ruth I. JohnsonThis warm-hearted, humorous series relates the growing pains and problems that confront two PKs (preacher's kids), Joy Sparton and her twin brother Roy. Each delightful account is written in the first person, from Joy's viewpoint, in her own colorful language. The gospel, the Saviour, and the separated Christian walk—all are presented in a framework of the experiences of this lovable young teenager.In Joy Sparton of Parsonage Hill, although she accepts the Lord as her Saviour at camp, Joy still finds it difficult to curb her prankish nature. Church giggles and practical jokes keep Joy on the move—and in trouble.
Joy Sparton of Parsonage Hill (Joy Sparton Series)
by Ruth I. JohnsonThis warm-hearted, humorous series relates the growing pains and problems that confront two PKs (preacher's kids), Joy Sparton and her twin brother Roy. Each delightful account is written in the first person, from Joy's viewpoint, in her own colorful language. The gospel, the Saviour, and the separated Christian walk—all are presented in a framework of the experiences of this lovable young teenager.In Joy Sparton of Parsonage Hill, although she accepts the Lord as her Saviour at camp, Joy still finds it difficult to curb her prankish nature. Church giggles and practical jokes keep Joy on the move—and in trouble.
Joy to the World: A Christmas Song
by Sara GianassiJoy to the world, the Lord is come in this celebratory new Christmas board book! Heaven and nature sing a celebration to the birth of Jesus in this joyful, uplifting, and bright board book. Enchanting illustrations featuring furry, feathery, and cozy woodland creatures by Sara Gianassi make this a new family classic to read each Christmas season.