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Mission to Pluto: The First Visit to an Ice Dwarf and the Kuiper Belt
by Mary Kay Carson Tom UhlmanIn July of 2015 a robotic spacecraft reached Pluto after a nine-and-half-year journey. New Horizons is the first spacecraft mission to Pluto and revealed its five moons as never before seen. <P><P>Images from the mission show a reddish surface covered in ice-water mountains, moving glaciers, and hints of possible ice volcanoes and an underground ocean. Pluto is geologically alive and changing! <P><P>This addition to the Scientists in the Field series goes where no person or spacecraft has ever gone before. Follow along with the team of scientists as they build New Horizons, fly it across the solar system, and make new discoveries about a world three billion miles away.
Mission to Shadow Sea (Future Hero #2)
by Remi BlackwoodJarell’s adventures continue in this thrilling second installment of Future Hero!Jarell has accepted his destiny as the savior of Ulfrika. But a powerful god will stop at nothing to banish Jarell from the kingdom forever…
Mission to the Moon: The Mystery of Entity303 Book Three: A Gameknight999 Adventure: An Unofficial Minecrafter's Adventure (Gameknight999 Series #3)
by Mark ChevertonThis adventure series is created especially for readers who love the fight of good vs. evil, magical academies like Hogwarts in the Harry Potter saga, and games like Minecraft, Terraria, and Pokemon GO. Entity303, the cruel villain who has poisoned vanilla Minecraft with dangerous and bizarre mods, was able to escape the sky-islands of Mystcraft, leaving the surface of Minecraft in a giant rocket. Gameknight999 knows Weaver must be sent back into the past so the timeline can be repaired and the eventual destruction of all the Minecraft worlds can be stopped. But to send him back, they must find the time-traveling portal that brought Weaver to the future. And only Entity303 knows the location. They have no choice; Gameknight999 and his friends must follow behind, landing on a strange and barren lunar landscape, a world stranger and more alien (in more ways than one) than any other Minecraft mod. It’s here that they must battle outer space mobs, combat monster bosses, and find Entity303. But as they close in on the terrible user, Gameknight999 will discover Entity303’s real scheme, and the very thought of what the evil user plans will fill everyone with terror. Can the User-that-is-not-a-user catch Entity303 as he travels through the cold reaches of universe, before it’s too late? Come along with Gameknight999 on his most thrilling adventure yet, to a biome unlike anything else in the Overworld: outer space!
The Mission Trails in American History
by Carl R. GreenDiscusses the history and importance of the Chihuahua Trail, established in the sixteenth century to connect Mexico City and Santa Fe, and the Camino Real, established in the seventeenth century to take travelers and trade up the Californian coastline.
Mission Trip Impossible
by Mike ThalerWith hilarious stories and nutty pictures, the Tales from the Back Pew series offers kid’s a unique view of church. Enjoy plenty of giggles with your child—and learn fun, important truths about God, church, and the Bible. Hot jungles, poisonous snakes, and no TV—this is a mission trip I want to be missin’.
Mission (Un)Popular
by Anna HumphreyEasier said than done. But, if Margot can learn to control her big mouth (and hair), there is hope. The new girl, Em, from New York, needs a friend too, now that the popular girls have decided she's "weird." More accurately, Em is "intimidating." She dresses like a rock star and doesn't seem to care what anyone thinks of her???especially Sarah J., the most popular girl in the seventh grade. Em has an agenda for change at Manning Middle School and wants Margot on her side.
Missionary Stories With The Millers (Miller Family series)
by Mildred A. MartinMartin tells of real people in real places. Sometimes, as she tells these stories, she imagines some of the details. She also includes biographical sketches of each missionary whom she portrays. This is a fascinating and exciting book to read. Other books in this series are available from Bookshare.
Mississippi
by Patricia K. KummerDid you know that Mississippi is the 20th state admitted to the USA? That its state animal is the white tailed deer? That the mockingbird is its state bird? That the Delta region receives 50 inches of rain on average per year? That no other state has such a high percentage of citizens living in rural areas? Learn all this and much more when you read this book about Mississippi.
Mississippi Bridge
by Mildred D. Taylor Max GinsburgAnother powerful story in the Logan Family Saga and companion to Mildred D. Taylor's Newbery Award-winning Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry.<P><P> A day of conflict and tragedy.Jeremy Simms watches from the porch of the general store as the weekly bus from Jackson comes through his town. His neighbor Stacey Logan and Stacey's brothers and sister are there to see their grandmother off on a trip. Jeremy's friend Josias Williams is taking the bus to his new job. But Josias and the Logans are black, and in Mississippi in the 1930s, black people can't ride the bus if that means there won't be enough room for white people to ride. When several white passengers arrive at the last minute, the driver sends Josias and Stacey's grandmother off the bus. Then comes a terrifying moment that unites all the townspeople in a nightmare that will change their lives forever.
Mississippi Chariot
by Harriette Gillem RobinetIn Mississippi in 1936, twelve-year-old Shortning Bread Jackson tries to help his falsely convicted father while dealing with the troubled racial climate in his town.
The Mississippi Flood of 1993 (Cornerstones of Freedom)
by Karin Luisa BadtTens of thousands of families in nine states across the Midwest were forced to abandon their homes that summer. The Mississippi River and its tributaries (the smaller rivers that flow into a large river) were swollen from months of rain.
Mississippi Going North
by Sanna Baker Bill FarnsworthWhere the Mississippi begins, the river flows north for miles as a clear stream you can cross on stones. Join the author as she shares a journey she made many times as a child growing up in northern Minnesota. In Mississippi Going North, a family of four canoes through pines and birches, enjoying the peaceful natural world. And when the day is done, the family gets a special treat: Aurora borealis--Northern Lights. Full color.
Mississippi Jack: Being an Account of the Further Waterborne Adventures of Jacky Faber, Midshipman, Fine Lady, and the Lily of the West (Bloody Jack #5)
by L. A. MeyerThe intrepid Jacky Faber, having once again eluded British authorities, heads west, hoping that no one will recognize her in the wilds of America. There she tricks the tall-tale hero Mike Fink out of his flatboat, equips it as a floating casino-showboat, and heads south to New Orleans, battling murderous bandits, British soldiers, and other scoundrels along the way. Will Jacky's carelessness and impulsive actions ultimately cause her beloved Jaimy to be left in her wake? Bold, daring, and downright fun, Jacky Faber proves once again that with resilience and can-do spirit, she can wiggle out of any scrape . . . well, almost.
Mississippi Jack
by Louis A. MeyerThe intrepid Jacky Faber, having once again eluded British authorities, heads west, hoping that no one will recognize her in the wilds of America. There she tricks the tall-tale hero Mike Fink out of his flatboat, equips it as a floating casino-showboat, and heads south to New Orleans, battling murderous bandits, British soldiers, and other scoundrels along the way. Will Jacky's carelessness and impulsive actions ultimately cause her beloved Jaimy to be left in her wake?
Mississippi River Blues: The Adventures of Tom Sawyer (Cracked Classics #2)
by Tony AbbottFrankie and Devin get transported once again, this time back to Mark Twain's "Adventures of Tom Sawyer". But they soon discover life is not so calm on the lazy Mississippi.
Mississippi River Blues: (The Adventures of Tom Sawyer) (Cracked Classics #2)
by Tony Abbott&“This affectionate if somewhat irreverent homage would probably win a chuckle from Twain himself&” as pals tumble into Tom Sawyer (School Library Journal). Sixth graders Devin and Frankie—short for Francine—are the greatest goof-offs in the history of their school. When their teacher tells them to read The Adventures of Tom Sawyer, they skip it. When there&’s a surprise test on the novel, they hide. But when they accidentally drop the school&’s prized Mark Twain autograph through the library&’s magic metal detector, they find themselves transported to the world of Tom Sawyer and Huck Finn. Soon these modern middle schoolers learn that being a troublemaker is timeless, as they whitewash a fence, run away from home, solve a murder mystery, become pirates, and search for hidden treasure along with Tom and Huck, the original slackers. &“Reminiscent of Mary Pope Osborne&’s &‘Magic Tree House&’ series, but for an older audience,&” the second book in Tony Abbott&’s Cracked Classics series is a perfect introduction to Mark Twain for reluctant readers (School Library Journal).
Mississippi Trial, 1955
by Chris CroweIn Mississippi in 1955, a white sixteen-year-old finds himself at odds with his grandfather over issues surrounding the kidnapping and murder of a fourteen-year-old African American from Chicago. Historical fiction.
Mississippi Trial, 1955
by Chris CroweAt first Hiram is excited to visit his hometown in Mississippi. But soon after he arrives, he crosses paths with Emmett Till, a black teenager from Chicago who is also visiting for the summer, and Hiram sees firsthand how the local whites mistreat blacks who refuse to "know their place. " When Emmett's tortured dead body is found floating in a river, Hiram is determined to find out who could do such a thing. But what will it cost him to know? Mississippi Trial, 1955 is a gripping read, based on true events that helped spark the Civil Rights Movement. .
Missouri (America the Beautiful)
by William R. Sanford Carl R. GreenAmerica is beautiful because its land and people are so varied... 50 proud states, plus the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico ... each with its own history and heroes, landforms, and life-style. And now each has its own story told, its people profiled, its greatness celebrated, in one of the 52 volumes comprising America the Beautiful. The material covered corresponds to social studies curricula for grades 5 through 8. However, with their crisp, clear writing... breathtaking, full-color graphics... and wealth of factual material, logically organized to invite easy reference... these books are completely suitable for students from grade 4 through high school. In every book of America the Beautiful, the engagingly written text covers the geography, history, government, economy, arts, and recreation of the state, concluding with an exciting "tour" of significant sights. Then comes the remarkably complete reference section, usually over 30 pages and designed in a way that allows students to find easily the information they are looking for. The reference section includes: -- Facts at a Glance, including key statistics on all aspects of the state, conveniently arranged by subject-- Important Dates, an outline chronology of the state's history-- Important People, dozens of profiles of the state's leading historical and contemporary men and women in politics, commerce and industry, the arts and other areas; many of these notables are pictured--
Missouri (Explore the United States)
by Julie MurrayThis comprehensive, informative, easy-to-read text explores the state of Missouri. Readers journey through Missouri as they learn about its history, cities, land features, animals, industries, sports, famous people, and more! A "Tour Book" spread highlights kid-friendly things to do in Missouri.
Missouri Homestead (The Days of Laura Ingalls Wilder, Book #1)
by T. L. TedrowThe Days of Laura Ingalls Wilder is a fictional series created and authored by T. L. TEDROW. Viewed as a key figure in history and an outstanding role model to children, Laura Ingalls Wilder served as Tedrow's inspiration for creating these stories about her life as a Pioneer wife, mother, and crusading journalist. It's 1884, and after devastating losses in South Dakota, Laura, Manly, and little Rose head East to Mansfield, Missouri, in search of a new beginning...
Missouri, the Show Me State
by W. Scott IngramThe 52-volume World Almanac Library of the States is the most up-to-date state set available, and it's the one "School Library Journal calls "more complete" than its competitors. In addition to an in-depth factual profile of each state, every book offers fascinating and lively discussions of the state's history, people, geography, government, economy, culture, and lifestyles. Each title also includes a section on "Notable People," a calendar of events, full-color photos, maps, charts, graphs, time lines and other tools to make this unquestionably the best young adult reference set available.
Missouri Then And Now
by Perry Mccandless William E. FoleyNow available in a new and enlarged edition is the popular fourth-grade textbook, Missouri Then and Now. Closely correlated with Missouri's Official Course Content Standards and profusely illustrated, with color pictures and maps distributed throughout the book, this state-of-the-art text promises to meet the instructional needs of twenty-first- century classrooms. Teachers will welcome the many special features designed to facilitate the mastery of the basic competencies measured by the Missouri Assessment Program. Missouri Then and Now incorporates geography, civics, economics, anthropology, and sociology with history to give students an opportunity to learn about their world on several levels: the community (the origin and subsequent growth of towns), the region (the occupation and settlement of the Mississippi River Valley), the nation (the struggle for statehood, the westward movement, the Civil War, and the depression of the 1930s) and the world (exploration, world wars, the global economy, and the worldwide communications network). This edition also adds valuable new insights concerning the importance of scientific and technological innovations. Young Missourians will be introduced to a host of remarkable women, men, and children with stories that will help bring history to life. Individuals who have made special contributions to the state are featured in the "Famous Missourians" sections placed throughout the book, and the routines of daily life and ordinary people are also accorded significant coverage. An important new feature in this edition, "In Their Own Words," gives students the opportunity to read excerpts from actual source documents. These brief passages from letters, diaries, reports, and other historical documents, which have been edited and made accessible to fourth graders, are ideally suited for active learning. In addition to its many new features, Missouri Then and Now retains the attributes that made earlier editions practical for teaching history. Each chapter begins with guiding questions intended to help students formulate their own ideas and initiate individual and group research activities. A listing of recent books, videos, and web sites located at the end of each chapter will lead students to varied information sources specifically related to Missouri topics. The new words identified for each chapter and the glossary placed in the appendix remain useful tools for vocabulary building exercises. A separate Teacher's Guide includes suggested student research topics for each chapter along with guiding questions. An accompanying matrix helps teachers identify the applicable knowledge and process standards and includes sample learning activities appropriate to the specific topic. These and a host of other attractive features will make Missouri Then and Now a popular choice in Missouri's fourth-grade classrooms.
Missy and Mason 1: Missy Wants a Mammoth (Missy and Mason)
by Pam VaughanFirst-grader Missy pushes the bounds of her imagination—and her older brother Mason&’s patience—as she lays out her plan for a new pet. A must-have for fans of Charlie and Lola and Olivia or anyone crafting a case for why they need a new animal addition to the family.At the Museum of Natural History, first-grader Missy has a genius gigantic idea: she wants a wooly mammoth as her new pet. She&’ll name him Malcolm. They&’ll take bubble baths with strawberry-banana shampoo, and go on picnics, and she&’ll swing from his tusks. They&’ll be best friends.Older brother, Mason, spots one mammoth-sized problem with her plans. . . . But once Missy gets an idea in her head, nothing (not even the fact that mammoths have been extinct for ten thousand years) is going to stop her from getting her fuzzy new friend.Missy and Mason are a winning new pair for the canon of sibling stories—when Missy dreams a little too big, Mason is always there to help pull her back, and when practical Mason plays it too safe, Missy helps push him to think bigger—and Missy Wants a Mammoth is sure to charm in a massive way.