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Opposites
by Victoria HarveyA first look at opposites for preschoolers with bright bold photography and simple word labels.
Opposites
by Larissa HonsekShort and tall. Happy and sad. Hot and cold. Globally famous artist Larissa Honsek's adorable clay figures help little ones identify the difference in these important concepts.
Opposites at the Zoo (The World Around You)
by Christianne JonesBig, stomping elephants. Small, colorful birds. Tall, spotted giraffes. Short, waddling penguins. Opposites are all around at the zoo! This picture book brings opposites from the zoo to young children with interactive, rhyming text and bright photographs.
Opposites, More Opposites, and a Few Differences
by Richard WilburThis collection includes the full text and drawings from Opposites and More Opposites, plus seven additional poems and drawings about differences. Readers of all ages will delight in this volume of witty wordplay and clever illustrations from two-time Pulitzer Prize recipient and National Book Award winner Richard Wilbur.
Opposnakes: A Lift-the-flap Book About Opposites
by Salina YoonSwing open the giant flaps over each adorable snake to reveal which extra-long opposnake is waiting for them. This book features simple opposites such as clean to dirty, quiet to loud, hot to cold, and a grand finale of one lonely snake becoming lots and lots of snakes having a party! With its simple, graphically inspired illustrations, this book will delight children of all ages.
Oprah: The Little Speaker
by Carole Boston WeatherfordThe first six years in the life of the world's most popular talk show host and how she overcame adversity to believe in her dreams.
Oprah Winfrey
by Jean F. BlashfieldTrailblazer Oprah Winfrey is a determined woman who escaped a difficult childhood to become one of the most powerful people in the United States. A gifted speaker and successful businesswoman, Oprah produces television programs, motion pictures, and a magazine, but she also uses her media outlets to encourage people to take personal and social action in order to improve their own lives as well as those of others. Her humanitarian efforts help people worldwide.
Oprah Winfrey: A Voice For The People
by Philip BrooksHere is a series for students challenged with one of their most typical assignments: write a book report on a book of 100 pages or more. Each Book Report Biography tells the story of a significant person from the past (from politics, science, or the arts) or present (some of today's hottest celebrities and sports heroes).
Oprah Winfrey
by Ilene CooperOprah Winfrey has been called the Queen of All Media for good reason. During her more than thirty-year career, she has left an indelible mark on radio, television and books. One of the influential people today, Oprah is also a committed humanitarian.
Oprah Winfrey
by Wil MaraThe Rookie Biographies series features historical and contemporary people who will captivate emergent readers. Each biography introduces readers to the lives and achievements of pioneering men and women from diverse cultures, eras, and fields. Featuring simple text and full-color photographs, a "Words You Know" glossary, and an easy-to-use index, this series helps readers get to know the people who shaped our world. In this title, young readers will learn about Oprah Winfrey's rags to riches story. Discover how Winfrey grew up in poverty but, while attending college, discovered her talent as a news reporter and talk show host. Now, Winfrey's show is one of the most watched on daytime television, she owns a production company, and publishes a magazine.
Oprah Winfrey: Television Star
by Steven OtfinoskiThe life and career of the black talk show host who has become one of the most successful women in television.
Oprah Winfrey: Talk Show Host and Media Magnet (Black Americans of Achievement--Legacy Edition)
by Sherry PaprockiOprah Winfrey has used her intellect, her education, and her personal experiences to build her life as a talk-show host, an actress, and a philanthropist. She started a magazine, founded television and film production companies, and created Oprah's Angel Network, which gives away millions of dollars each year. Through The Oprah Winfrey Show, which can be seen in 121 countries, she is known by people around the globe. Some people say that Winfrey is the most powerful woman in the United States today. She is wealthy and influential, she knows many famous people, and she wins coveted awards. Yet Winfrey remains focused on the goals she set during her Mississippi girlhood: learning about other people and the ways she can help them improve their lives.
Oprah Winfrey: Talk Show Host and Actress
by Lillie Patterson Cornelia H. WrightTraces the life of the dynamic actress and talk show host, from her humble beginnings in Mississippi to her achievements in broadcasting and film.
Oprah Winfrey: Media Success Story
by Anne SaidmanExamines the life of the actress and talk show host, from her childhood on a farm in Mississippi to her achievements in broadcasting and film.
Oprah Winfrey: Success With an Open Heart
by Tanya Lee StoneFrom humble beginnings and a troubled childhood, Oprah Winfrey is now a media icon. Her continued success as a talk show host and film producer, combined with a spate of new projects, including the launch of O: The Oprah Magazine and involvement with the Oxygen Channel, indicate that Oprah has no intention of slowing down anytime soon. This book presents the life of a fascinating person, with an emphasis on Oprah's accomplishments as an African-American woman.
Oprah Winfrey: Queen of Daytime TV
by Ann WeilOprah's career in broadcasting began by accident when she was only 17 years old. Even then, it was clear that she was a natural, and Oprah was offered a job as a part-time newscaster when all she had sought was a charitable contribution from radio station WVOL in Nashville! She firmly believes that her success is part of a divine plan for her life, aided by her own undeniable talent and ability. Her willingness to share the problems in her life has endeared her to millions, and the little girl who once shared a bed with her grandmother (who taught her to read and write at age three) in a house with no indoor plumbing has gone on to become one of the wealthiest, most powerful, and most highly-regarded people in the entertainment industry today.
Oprah Winfrey (African-American Heroes)
by Stephen FeinsteinOprah Winfrey overcame a difficult childhood to become one of America's most famous women--an actress, talk-show host, philanthropist, and more. This easy biography, with its lively format and colorful illustrations, tells her story. The accessible vocabulary makes it ideal for early independent readers.
Oprah Winfrey: A Little Golden Book Biography (Little Golden Book)
by Alliah L. AgostiniHelp your little one dream big with a Little Golden Book biography about talk show host, producer, and actor Oprah Winfrey. Little Golden Book biographies are the perfect introduction to nonfiction for young readers—as well as fans of all ages!This Little Golden Book about Oprah Winfrey--host of the highest-rated daytime talk show in American history, and one of the most influential and successful women in the world--is an inspiring read-aloud for young children, as well as their parents and grandparents.Look for more Little Golden Book biographies: • Misty Copeland • Frida Kahlo • Iris Apfel • Bob Ross • Queen Elizabeth II • Harriet Tubman
The Oprah Winfrey Story: Speaking Her Mind
by Geraldine WoodsA biography of talk show host Oprah Winfrey, the first woman to own her own talk show and the first black woman to own her own production company.
The Oprah Winfrey Story (We Both Read)
by Sindy Mckay Lisa MariaOprah Winfrey was born into poverty and struggled with a very difficult and troubled life as a young girl. Yet, Oprah has become one of the most influential people in the world, inspiring millions to create a better life for themselves and others. The story of her life is a powerful reminder of how dreams can be realized through determination, perseverance, and the kindness of a helping hand.
Optical Illusions: Games for Your Brain (Fountas & Pinnell Classroom, Guided Reading Grade 4)
by Katherine BurkettNIMAC-sourced textbook
Optimism and Self-Confidence
by Z. B. HillDiscover the path to self-confidence and optimism. Optimists are people who believe that the world is basically a good place where good things happen more often than not. When things go wrong, optimists believe that everything will work out all right in the end. They're full of hope. Optimists also are more likely to have self-confidence. They believe in themselves. People who are optimistic and self-confident feel happier in general. They're less likely to be depressed. It may seem like they're lucky. But emotions like optimism and self-confidence aren't merely good luck. Researchers have found that there are things you can do to make yourself more optimistic and self-confident. Find out what they are inside this book!
Optimists Die First
by Susin NielsenThis touching, hilarious tragi-comedy by award-winning author Susin Nielsen proves: Life is out to get you. But so is love. A quirky alternative to the "sick lit" genre for YA readers. Petula's funny, and a crafting genius, but no social star at high school, and it doesn't help that she's isolated herself after her adored toddler sister died. Petula feels responsible for this death, though her parents say it was a tragic accident. No one's fault. Now, Petula sees danger everywhere: every activity and every bite of food could kill you. Then a new boy, Jacob, joins Petula's group in the school's lame art therapy program; he has a prosthetic arm and darkness behind his sunny surface. Petula and Jacob become friends, then, something more. But a secret behind why he's in the group could derail them. A heartbreaking yet humorous first YA from award-winning author Susin Nielsen, Optimists Die First continues Susin's tradition of creating memorable characters and genre-bending narratives.
Optimus Prime and Megatron's Racetrack Recon! (Transformers: EarthSpark)
by Ryder WindhamTransformers: EarthSpark is a kids animated series from Nickelodeon and Hasbro introducing the first Transformers bots to be born on Earth, now airing! Follow the beloved characters on a new adventure in this action-packed chapter book with an all-new, original story!A big auto race is happening nearby, and G.H.O.S.T. has a top-secret mission for Optimus Prime and Megatron: make sure there are no rogue Transformers robots competing in their alt modes. At first, Optimus Prime and Megatron figure this will be an easy mission…until they arrive and discover Bumblebee, the Terrans, Robby, and Mo all at the racetrack. If G.H.O.S.T. finds out about Bumblebee and the Terrans, everyone&’s cover will be blown! Can Optimus Prime and Megatron work together to save the day and keep everyone&’s secret safe? TRANSFORMERS © 2023 Hasbro. Transformers: EarthSpark TV series © 2023 Hasbro/Viacom International Inc. All Rights Reserved.