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Living Ghosts and Mischievous Monsters: Chilling American Indian Stories
by Dan SaSuWeh JonesPerfect for fans of Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark! A shiver-inducing collection of short stories to read under the covers, from a breadth of American Indian nations.Dark figures in the night. An owl's cry on the wind. Monsters watching from the edge of the wood.Some of the creatures in these pages might only have a message for you, but some are the stuff of nightmares. These thirty-two short stories -- from tales passed down for generations to accounts that could have happened yesterday -- are collected from the thriving tradition of ghost stories in American Indian cultures across North America. Prepare for stories of witches and walking dolls, hungry skeletons, La Llorona and Deer Woman, and other supernatural beings ready to chill you to the bone.Dan SaSuWeh Jones (Ponca Nation) tells of his own encounters and selects his favorite spooky, eerie, surprising, and spine-tingling stories, all paired with haunting art by Weshoyot Alvitre (Tongva).So dim the lights (or maybe turn them all on) and pick up a story...if you dare.
Living Green (Earth in Danger)
by Helen OrmeFrom hybrid cars to energy-efficient light bulbs, the green movement has generated interest in lifestyle changes that help preserve and protect the environment. Living Green pairs easy-to-read text with vibrant photos to engage kids as they explore ways to maintain our natural resources for future generations. A section in the back of the book will inspire young environmentalists by suggesting ways they can help protect their planet.
Living A Heart-Healthy Life
by Michael R. WilsonLearn more about good life choices that will lead to a healthy heart and a longer life. road to a a heart-healthy life.
Living Hell
by Catherine JinksWhat happens when a single moment changes everything? For seventeen-year-old Cheney, life on earth exists only in history books. He and more than one thousand other people have known life only aboard the Plexus spacecraft: self-contained, systematic, and serene. But that was before the radiation wave. Now Plexus has suddenly turned on them, becoming a terrifying and unrecognizable force. As the crew dwindles under attack, Cheney and his friends need to fight back before the ship that's nurtured them for so long becomes responsible for their destruction.
Living in a Tree: Independent Reading Non-Fiction Pink 1a (Reading Champion #515)
by Jackie WalterThis book is part of Reading Champion, a series carefully linked to book bands to encourage independent reading skills, developed with UCL Institute of Education (IOE)Living in a Tree is a non-fiction text exploring the different animals that live in trees. The repeated sentence structure offers readers the opportunity for a very first independent reading experience with the support of the illustrations.Reading Champion offers independent reading books for children to practise and reinforce their developing reading skills.This early non-fiction text is accompanied by engaging artwork and a reading activity. Each book has been carefully graded so that it can be matched to a child's reading ability, encouraging reading for pleasure.
Living In...Brazil: Ready-to-read Level 2 (Living In...Series)
by Chloe Perkins Tom WoolleyJust in time for the 2016 Olympics in Rio de Janeiro, discover what it’s like growing up in Brazil with this fascinating, nonfiction Level 2 Ready-to-Read, part of a new series all about kids just like you in countries around the world! Olá! My name is Marco, and I’m a kid just like you living in Brazil. Brazil is a country filled with beautiful rain forests, bustling cities, and world-class sports. Have you ever wondered what living in Brazil is like? Come along with me to find out! Each book is narrated by a kid growing up in their home country and is filled with fresh, modern illustrations as well as loads of history, geography, and cultural goodies that fit perfectly into Common Core standards. Join kids from all over the world on a globe-trotting adventure with the Living in… series—sure to be a hit with children, parents, educators, and librarians alike!
Living in Our Communities
by Steck-VaughnStudies the different communities of our country: Small communities, suburban communities, cities and teaches students how they can live in a community among each other.
Living in Rural Communities
by Kristin SterlingAn introduction to the common characteristics of a rural community.
Living In Space (Fountas & Pinnell LLI Gold #Level Q)
by Carmen MoraisLiving in Space Author: Carmen Morais
Living in Suburban Communities (First Step Nonfiction)
by Kristin SterlingAn introduction to the common characteristics of a suburban community.
Living in the Jamestown Colony: A This or That Debate (This or That?: History Edition)
by Jessica RusickIn May 1607, English settlers stepped off their ship in North America. They were about to start the first permanent English settlement in North America. They endured many hardships and made many tough choices in the new land. Now the choices are yours. Would you rather suffer from intestinal problems after becoming infected with dysentery or have bleeding gums after getting scurvy? Would you want to work as a blacksmith or tend the tobacco fields? It's your turn to pick this or that!
Living in Urban Communities (First Step Nonfiction)
by Kristin SterlingAn introduction to the common characteristics of a urban community.
Living Legend (Thoroughbred #39)
by Joanna CampbellEver since Christina Reese won her very first race on Wonder's Star, she's been feeling pressure to live up to her mother's reputation as a great jockey.
The Living Legend (Battlestar Galactica Series, No. #6)
by Nicholas Yermakov Glen A. LarsonA great warrior has returned to lead Galactica against its biggest challenge yet! Commander Cain, living legend of the cosmos, is marshalling his forces for a desperate counterattack against the Cylon marauders led by the ruthless Baltar. Yet, the young warriors of the besieged battlestar wonder: is the mythical "Juggernaut" really a military genius or just an eccentric despot made crazy by the wounds of time?
Living on a Space Shuttle (Rookie Read-About® Science)
by Carmen BredesonThe toilet is like a vacuum cleaner. Being on the ceiling feels the same as being on the floor. Everything floats!
Living On Farms
by Allan FowlerA simple introduction to the history, animals, machines, products, and importance of farms. The popular Rookie Books expand their horizons - to all corners of the globe! With this series all about geography, emergent readers will take off on adventures to cities, nations, waterways, and habitats around the world. . . and right in their own backyards.
Living on Impulse
by Cara HaycakMia Morrow is impulsive, plain and simple. While her friends are concerned with grades and colleges, Mia would rather focus on the things that make her happy— like chasing boys or snatching something off a department store shelf. No big deal, right? But then Mia gets caught shoplifting, and her thoughtless behavior doesn’t just push her friends away, it gets her into a lot of trouble, too. In this eye-opening tale of friendships, family, and negative impulses, Cara Haycak subtly shows that the power to heal is within all of us, and it almost always starts with forgiveness.
Living on the Edge (Fountas & Pinnell Classroom, Guided Reading Grade 4)
by Catherine FriendNIMAC-sourced textbook
The Living Portrait (Judy Bolton Mysteries #18)
by Margaret SuttonThe thirty-eight volume Judy Bolton series was written during the thirty-five years from 1932-1967. It is one of the most successful and enduring girls' series ever published. The Judy Bolton books are noted not only for their fine plots and thrilling stories, but also for their realism and their social commentary. Unlike most other series characters, Judy and her friends age and mature in the series and often deal with important social issues. To many, Judy is a feminist in the best light-smart, capable, courageous, nurturing, and always unwavering in her true beliefs; a perfect role model.
Living Rough (Orca Currents)
by Cristy WatsonIn most ways, Poe is like the other kids in his school. He thinks about girls and tries to avoid too much contact with teachers. He has a loving father who helps him with his homework. But Poe has a secret, and almost every day some small act threatens to expose him. He doesn't have a phone number to give to friends. He doesn't have an address. Poe and his father are living in a tent on city land. When the city clears the land to build housing, Poe worries that they might not be able to find another site near his school. Will Poe have to expose his secret to get help for himself and his father? This short novel is a high-interest, low-reading level book for middle-grade readers who are building reading skills, want a quick read or say they don’t like to read!
Living Small: Life in a Tiny House (Fountas & Pinnell LLI Gold #Level T)
by Kate Foster<p>Bigger Doesn't Always Mean Better <p>How much living space do you need to be comfortable? Some people aren't sure that "living large" is necessary or even desirable these days. In fact, they think happiness is quite possible in a teeny, tiny house. <p>Text Elements: <p> <li>Genre: Expository Text Structures: Main: Categorical; Embedded: Compare/Contrast, Cause/Effect, Problem/Solution, Question/Answer, Temporal Sequence <li>Text Features: table of contents, headings, subheadings, photos, captions, sidebars, graphs, diagram, glossary</li> </p>
Living Sunlight: How Plants Bring the Earth to Life
by Molly Bang Penny ChisholmLIVING SUNLIGHT shows children, teachers, and parents the remarkable magic of what makes us human. This informative yet dramatic book will mesmerize readers and help further a child's understanding of the energy we share with all living things in nature. We are all dancing sunlight. The book is co-authored by award-winning M. I. T. professor Penny Chisholm, a leading expert on ocean science. A perfect addition to any library! Image descriptions present.
Living the Confidence Code: Real Girls. Real Stories. Real Confidence.
by Katty Kay Claire Shipman JillEllyn RileyAN INSTANT #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER!New from the New York Times, USA Today, and Wall Street Journal bestselling authors of The Confidence Code for Girls!The best way to understand confidence is to see it in action. That’s why bestselling authors Katty Kay, Claire Shipman, and JillEllyn Riley have collected 30 true stories of real girls, pursuing their passions, struggling and stumbling, but along the way figuring out how to build their own special brand of confidence.From Bali to Brazil, South Africa to Seattle, Australia to Afghanistan, these girls took risks, doubted themselves, and sometimes failed. But they also hung in there when things got hard. Along the way they discovered what matters to them: everything from protesting contaminated water to championing inclusive books to the accessibility of girls’ basketball shoes, and so much more.Different goals, different stories, different personalities, all illustrating the multitude of ways to be confident in the world. Packed with photos, graphic novel strips, and engaging interviews, Living the Confidence Code proves that no matter who you are, or how old you are, nothing is out of reach when you decide to try. Join this growing global community of powerful girls and imagine—what would you like to do, once you tap into your confidence? How will you write your story?
Living the Dream (Pictureback(R))
by Random HouseThis storybook retells the story of Garfield—arriving in theaters May 24, 2024!Garfield comes to the big screen in an all-new animated film that features Chris Pratt as the voice of everyone&’s favorite lasagna-loving cat. This full-color storybook is sure to thrill children ages 3 to 7.