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Ludell
by Brenda WilkinsonA National Book Award nominee in 1975, Ludell is the first book in a groundbreaking trilogy about a young African American girl growing up during the 1950s in a small Georgia town. Ludell Wilson is a wisecracking bookworm and burgeoning writer who adores her best friend Ruthie Mae, her loving-but strict-grandmother, and everything about growing up. (Including her first pair of blue jeans, and her first boyfriend.)But in the still-segregated South, Ludell's warm community exists side-by-side with poverty and injustice. Wilkinson's bold, funny narrator, whose story continues in Ludell and Willie and Ludell's New York Time, shows us an America that is also changing...just not fast enough.
Ludie's Life
by Cynthia RylantCynthia Rylant returns to her home state of West Virginia with this powerful and evocative collection of poems. In a heartbreaking narrative that flows like a novel, we follow Ludie from childhood to falling in love and getting married, through the birth of her own children, and on into old age. This is the story of one woman's experiences in a hardscrabble coal-mining town, a story that brims with universal themes about life, love, and family-and all of the joy, laughter, heartache, and loss that accompany them. Would she tell you that six childrenwere too many,that some disappointed,that others surprised,but that, all in all,sixwere too manyand onewould have been just fine.Would she tell you that she marriedthat boy at fifteennot only because he was tall and kindbut also becauseshe needed a way out. -from LUDIE'S LIFE
Ludie's Song
by Dirlie HerlihyIn rural Georgia in the 1950's, a young white girl's secret friendship with a black family exposes them all to unforeseen dangers.
Ludo and the Star Horse
by Mary StewartA boy's quest through the fabled star country of the zodiac is the theme of this richly inventive fantasy by a master-storyteller. The boy is Ludo, child of Bavarian mountain farmers, and his love for the aging family workhorse, Renti, is the motive for the dangerous journey that they undertake together. The tale begins one winter's night when Renti breaks out from the stable and Ludo follows to bring him back. Instead, a falling star points the way to the star country, which the two enter through the House of the Archer, which a being half man, half horse presides over. From him, Renti learns that he must travel completely around the zodiac in order to claim his destiny as a star horse. Ludo, wishing to ease his way, decides to accompany him. On their mission, Ludo and Renti meet the lords of all twelve houses, and each encounter provides another dramatic test of character. The evocation of this legendary world and the people who inhabit it shows Mary Stewart at her best.
Ludwig Van Beethoven (Getting To Know The World's Greatest Composers)
by Mike VeneziaPresents a biography of Ludwig Van Beethhoven
Ludwig van Beethoven: Great Composer
by Anna Carew-MillerA German composer born in the 1700s, Ludwig van Beethoven has given the world some of the most well-known and long-lasting music of all time. From his Für Elise to his 9th Symphony (in which a choir sings words from the poem "Ode to Joy"), Beethoven's music is still loved, almost 200 years after his death. Amazingly, Beethoven composed music while being unable to hear almost anything from the time he was 26, a feat which makes his brilliant compositions all the more wonderful. Few musicians have had the incredible impact on music that Beethoven had. Learn the story of one of the most important musical composers of all time in Ludwig van Beethoven: Great Composer.
Lug, Dawn of the Ice Age
by David ZeltserA hilarious middle-grade novel about a misunderstood caveboy perfect for fans ofIce Age, Happy Feet, The Time Warp Trio, and Platypus Police Squad. Lug is a caveboy who would rather paint than club other caveboys. The clan even mocks him, calling him "Little Slug." Like all the other caveboys, Lug must enter the contest to become the clan's next Big Man and attempt to catch the Biggest Beast--even though he would much rather spend his days painting in his secret art cave. When Lug is banished for failing to catch a jungle llama, he thinks he is alone in the world but finds others who believe in him: his clanmate Stony and a new friend, Echo, a girl from a rival clan who can talk to animals and just may be prehistory's first vegetarian/animal rights activist. Together they face even bigger challenges--Lug discovers the Ice Age is coming and he has to bring the warring clans together to save them not only from the freeze but also from a particularly unpleasant migrating pride of saber-toothed tigers. It's no help that the elders are cavemen who can't seem to get the concept of climate change through their thick skulls. With both funny, anachronistic humor, charming characters, and strong themes, Lug, Dawn of the Ice Age is sure to be a hit with many readers.Illustrated with black and white line art throughout.
Lug: Dawn of the Ice Age (Lug #1)
by David ZeltserA hilarious middle-grade novel about a misunderstood caveboy perfect for fans of Ice Age and Happy Feet. Lug is a caveboy who would rather paint than club other caveboys. The clan even mocks him, calling him "Little Slug." Like all the other caveboys, Lug must enter the contest to become the clan's next Big Man and attempt to catch the Biggest Beast—even though he would much rather spend his days painting in his secret art cave. When Lug is banished for failing to catch a jungle llama, he thinks he is alone in the world but finds others who believe in him: his clanmate Stony, and a new friend, Echo, a girl from a rival clan who can talk to animals and just may be prehistory's first vegetarian/animal rights activist. Together they face even bigger challenges—Lug discovers the Ice Age is coming and he has to bring the warring clans together to save them not only from the freeze but also from a particularly unpleasant migrating pride of saber-toothed tigers. It's no help that the elders are cavemen who can't seem to get the concept of climate change through their thick skulls. With funny, anachronistic humor and charming characters, Lug, Dawn of the Ice Age is sure to be a hit with many readers.
Lugares de encuentro (¡Arriba la Lectura!, Level T #11)
by Meish Goldish Tom McNeelyNIMAC-sourced textbook
Lugares de mi comunidad (¡Arriba la Lectura!, Read Aloud Module 3 #1)
by Bobbie KalmanNIMAC-sourced textbook
Luigi and the Barefoot Races
by Aaron Boyd Dan PaleyOn Regent Street in Philadelphia, stories are still told of Luigi, who could run faster than anybody and never lost a race on those long-ago summer evenings when neighbors would gather on front stoops to watch. They say Luigi always ran barefoot. And they speak of his greatest challenge--the race nobody thought he could win, not even Luigi himself.
Luigi and the Long-Nosed Soldier
by Louis SlobodkinLuigi takes the bus every Saturday for his violin lesson. As he crosses the border from Italy to Switzerland, the soldiers inspect everyone's packages This is about the funny things that happen when one soldier goes a little too far. Limited picture descriptions present.
Luigi, Luigino, Superluigi
by A. P. HernándezDescrizione del libro: SINOSSI: Luigi è un bambino di nove anni. Classe IV della Scuola Primaria e il suo banco di classe è unico al mondo (non a caso lo chiama il banco ‘luisunico’). Al mondo ci sono molte cose che gli piacciono, come ad esempio i videogiochi e i fumetti… ma ci sono molte altre cose che detesta profondamente come i fantasmi, i cani rabbiosi e (soprattutto) Pedro e la sua combriccola. Luigi con gli anni ha imparato a nascondersi e a fuggire da tutto quello di cui ha paura finché, grazie un fumetto che gli capita fortuitamente tra le mani, decide di affrontare le sue paure e trasformarsi in Superluigi. Un libro per bambini e una grande risorsa educativa per madri, padri, educatori, insegnanti e psicologi. Progettato per ampliare il lessico e sviluppare l’autostima e l’intelligenza interpersonale.
Luis and Tabitha
by Stephanie Campisi<p>Luis is an alley cat who has everything figured out . . . until he meets Tabitha, a beautiful indoor cat.<p> <p>Separated by a tragic glass door, Luis will do anything to be with Tabitha—even brave the dangers of a fire.<p> <p>With adorable illustrations and undeniable style, Luis and Tabitha is the story of two star-crossed kitties who prove that true love conquers all.<p>
Luis, Luisito, Superluis (or how a pair of pink boxers can save the world)
by A. P. HernándezBook Description: Luis is a nine-year-old boy. He is in the fourth grade of his primary education, and his desk in class is unique in the universe (it is not in vain that he calls it “luinique”). There are many things in the world that he likes, such as videogames and comic books… but there are other things that he deeply despises, such as ghosts, angry dogs, and (especially!) Pedro and his gang. As the years went by, Luis learnt to hide and run away from everything that frightened him, until in a sudden strike of fortune, a comic comes into his possession. Thanks to this, he decides to confront his fears and become Superluis. This book is a great educational resource for mothers, fathers, pedagogues, teachers, and psychologists. It is designed to foster vocabulary and help increase self-esteem, and emotional intelligence.
Luis, Luisschätzchen, Superluis: oder wie rosa Unterhosen die Welt verändern können
by A. P. HernándezLuis ist ein Kind von neun Jahren. Er geht in die vierte Klasse und sein Tisch in der Schule ist einzigartig auf dieser Welt (nicht ohne Grund nennt er ihn »luiseinmalig«). Für ihn gibt es viele Dinge, die ihm gefallen: Videospiele, Comics, aber auch sehr viele Dinge, die er abgrundtief hasst wie zum Beispiel Gespenster, wütende Hunde und (ganz besonders!) Pedro und seine Bande! Mit der Zeit hat Luis es gelernt sich zu verstecken und vor allem was er fürchtet wegzulaufen …, bis ihm eines Tages zufällig ein Comic in die Hände fällt und er sich entscheidet, seine Ängste zu konfrontieren und sie zu besiegen. Und so wird er zu Superluis Ein Buch für Kinder und eine große pädagogische Ressource für Mütter und Väter, Pädagogen, Lehrer und Psychologen. Entwickelt, um den Wortschatz zu erweitern und an Selbstwertgefühl und interpersoneller Intelligenz zu arbeiten.
Luis, P'titLuis, SuperLuis (ou comment un slip rose peut changer le monde)
by A. P. HernándezLouis est un enfant de neuf ans. Il est en cours élémentaire deuxième année à l'école primaire et son pupitre est unique dans l'univers (ce n'est pas en vain s'il l'appelle pupitre "luisunique"). Dans le monde, il y a beaucoup de choses qui lui plaisent, comme par exemple les jeux vidéos et les bandes dessinées… bien qu'il y en ait beaucoup d'autres qu'il déteste profondément, tels que les fantômes, les chiens enragés et (surtout !) Pedro et sa bande. Luis, au fil des ans, a appris à se cacher et à fuir de tout ce qu'il craint jusqu'à ce que, à cause d'une bande dessinées inespérée qui arrive entre ses mains, il décide d'affronter ses peurs et de se transformer en Superluis.
Luisa siempre va con prisa (Spanish Edition)
by Timothy Knapman Gemma Merino¡La liebre Luisa va siempre con prisas y no tiene tiempo para detenerse y charlar! Va tan deprisa a todas partes que termina sufriendo un accidente con su patinete y cae al estanque. Cuando la tortuga Tom la rescata, Luisa se ve obligada a cambiar sus hábitos. ¿Podrá Luisa aprender a vivir más despacio? Una tierna y divertida historia sobre la amistad, la amabilidad y lo mucho que te pierdes cuando siempre vas con prisas. Del popular autor Timothy Knapman y la galardonada ilustradora Gemma Merino (El cocodrilo al que no le gustaba el agua).
Luka and the Fire of Life
by Salman RushdieOn a beautiful starry night in the city of Kahani in the land of Alifbay a terrible thing happened: twelve-year-old Luka's storyteller father, Rashid, fell suddenly and inexplicably into a sleep so deep that nothing and no one could rouse him. To save him from slipping away entirely, Luka must embark on a journey through the Magic World, encountering a slew of phantasmagorical obstacles along the way, to steal the Fire of Life, a seemingly impossible and exceedingly dangerous task. With Haroun and the Sea of Stories Salman Rushdie proved that he is one of the best contemporary writers of fables, and it proved to be one of his most popular books with readers of all ages. While Haroun was written as a gift for his first son, Luka and the Fire of Life, the story of Haroun's younger brother, is a gift for his second son on his twelfth birthday. Lyrical, rich with word-play, and with the narrative tension of the classic quest stories, this is Salman Rushdie at his very best.
Luka and the Fire of Life: A Novel
by Salman Rushdie&“You&’ve reached the age at which people in this family cross the border into the magical world. It&’s your turn for an adventure—yes, it&’s finally here!&” So says Haroun to his younger brother, twelve-year-old Luka. The adventure begins one beautiful starry night in the land of Alifbay, when Luka&’s father, Rashid, falls suddenly into a sleep so deep that nothing and no one can rouse him. To save him from slipping away entirely, Luka embarks on a journey through the world of magic with his loyal companions, Bear, the dog, and Dog, the bear. Together they encounter a slew of fantastical creatures, strange allies, and challenging obstacles along the way—all in the hope of stealing the Fire of Life, a seemingly impossible and exceedingly treacherous task.
Luke Lancelot and the Golden Shield
by Giles AndreaeWhen Luke's brother Arthur is given an ancient and magnificent sword for his birthday, Luke is crushed. He is the one who dreams of being a knight - it's not fair! But as promised by Merlin, Luke soon gets the chance to prove himself as a true and courageous knight. When the evil Morgana poisons Arthur and her brother Mandrake turns into a dragon and steals him away to a secret lair, Luke and sister Gwinnie chase after them on the magnificent flying horse Avalon. Together they manage to save Arthur and defeat the evil Morgana and Mandrake. Afterwards, back at Camelot, Luke is made a knight for his bravery - the bravest knight of all!
Luke's Flying Start: Metric System (Math Matters)
by Michelle ParsonsDiscover Math Matters! With 15 million books sold worldwide, this award-winning series of easy-to-read books will help young readers ages 5–8 approach math with enthusiasm. Great for fans of MathStart or Step into Reading Math.Inches and centimeters? Meters and feet? Lucas can&’t get measurements for his model airplane quite right, but he knows precision is key. With some swaying from his aunt, a middle school track and field coach, Lucas agrees to help measure high jumps using meters and centimeters. With some practice and dedication, he notes the exact measurements and helps declare the winning jumpers—and completes his model airplane in the nick of time! (Math topic: metric system.)With engaging stories that connect math to kids&’ everyday lives, each book in the Teachers&’ Choice Award–winning Math Matters series focuses on a single concept and reinforces math vocabulary and skills. Bonus activities in the back of each book feature math and reading comprehension questions, and even more free activities online add to the fun!
Lukezilla Beats the Game
by Kurtis ScalettaIn real life, Lucas is small and unathletic. But as Trunkzilla in the online game Smashtown Frenzy, he's the biggest, toughest fighter on the streets. No wonder he prefers games to real life! He plans to spend all summer battling his way through the Smashtown tournament with his team, but his parents have other plans for him: volunteer work. Lucas signs up to be a Senior Sitter and gets matched with a cool old librarian named Isaac who likes cats and detective novels. Mornings with Isaac and afternoons gaming are working out great until Lucas's Smashtown success hits a speed bump and Isaac's health takes a tragic turn. Lucas saves Isaac's life but then finds himself burdened with a new sense of moral responsibility that gets him thrown off his team, banned from Smashtown, and made into a meme for internet haters. Some reward for being a hero! Lucas has one last shot to prevail, win back his friends, and show his parents how much gaming means to him.
Lukor the Forest Demon: Series 29 Book 4 (Beast Quest #1077)
by Adam BladeFree the Beasts. Live the Adventure.Battle Beasts and fight Evil with Tom and Elenna in the bestselling adventure series for boys and girls aged 7 and up!Katya and Daltec journey to her village near the forests of Tangala to find and fight a terrifying new beast called Lukor - a giant lynx. They must defeat the beast to save Katya's home and to find the final healing ingredient that can save Tom from Malvel's evil curse.There are FOUR thrilling adventures to collect in the latest set of this beloved series - don't miss out!If you like Beast Quest, check out Adam Blade's other series: Team Hero, Sea Quest, Beast Quest: New Blood and Space Wars.
Lukor the Forest Demon: Series 29 Book 4 (Beast Quest #1077)
by Adam BladeFree the Beasts. Live the Adventure.Battle Beasts and fight Evil with Tom and Elenna in the bestselling adventure series for boys and girls aged 7 and up!Katya and Daltec journey to her village near the forests of Tangala to find and fight a terrifying new beast called Lukor - a giant lynx. They must defeat the beast to save Katya's home and to find the final healing ingredient that can save Tom from Malvel's evil curse.There are FOUR thrilling adventures to collect in the latest set of this beloved series - don't miss out!If you like Beast Quest, check out Adam Blade's other series: Team Hero, Sea Quest, Beast Quest: New Blood and Space Wars.