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The Million Dollar Strike
by Dan GutmanOuchie and Squishy love bowling, even if it is not the coolest sport. And their favorite place to bowl is Bowl-A-Rama. So, the Park field city council decides to condemn the decrepit alley, Ouchie and Squishy are devastated.
The Mind Master (Tales of the Red Panda #2)
by Gregg TaylorSinister forces are at work, striking the very city's elite with powers that seem otherworldly. Are the attacks random? Simply for profit? Or is an unknown predator hunting our masked heroes themselves? If the mysterious Ajay Shah really does have powers that rival those of the Red Panda, will even the terrific twosome of Toronto be able to resist the might of - The Mind Master?
The Mind Reader (Fear Street #26)
by R. L. StineA teenager's strange visions lead her to a secret grave in the Fear Street woods -- and on a terrifying hunt for a killer. A bony hand beckons from a shallow grave, but only Ellie can see the skeletal hand. Ellie's visions of past secrets and future horrors lead her to the body of a girl killed two years before ... and possibly to the murderer!
The Mind and Heart of Frederick Douglass: Excerpts from Speeches of the Great Negro Orator
by Frederick Douglass Barbara RitchiePresents the words of an abolitionist who was devoted to obtaining recognition of black rights and freedom.
The Mind-Swap Menace
by Steve Cole Woody FoxSmashing space stations! While on another vital mission, Captain Teggs and his crew nearly crash into an unknown spaceship. But when it spins around, the gaping hole and the mark of the meat-eaters reveal that it's a carnivore space station! What's it doing in the middle of the Vegetarian Sector? Teggs and his chief engineer, Iggy, board the space station to check it out. They soon discover that the only remaining dinosaurs in the ship are also two of the most evil criminals in the universe, and one of them is a genius. He's built a machine that can swap minds, and he's going to use it on Teggs and Iggy so he and his partner can fulfill their dreams of riches! It's up to Teggs and his crew to stop them, but how can they when no one knows who is who?
The Mind-Swap Menace
by Steve Cole Woody FoxSmashing space stations! While on another vital mission, Captain Teggs and his crew nearly crash into an unknown spaceship. But when it spins around, the gaping hole and the mark of the meat-eaters reveal that it's a carnivore space station! What's it doing in the middle of the Vegetarian Sector? Teggs and his chief engineer, Iggy, board the space station to check it out. They soon discover that the only remaining dinosaurs in the ship are also two of the most evil criminals in the universe, and one of them is a genius. He's built a machine that can swap minds, and he's going to use it on Teggs and Iggy so he and his partner can fulfill their dreams of riches! It's up to Teggs and his crew to stop them, but how can they when no one knows who is who?
The Mine-o-saur
by Sudipta Bardhan-QuallenA group of dinosaurs is happily playing in the school yard when ... oh no! Here comes the Mine-o-saur! He snatches all the toys. He grabs all the snacks at snack time. He hoards the blocks during recess. And all the while he yells, "MINE, MINE, MINE!" But soon enough, no one wants to play with him. What will it take for the Mine-o-saur to realize that what he really wants are friends? And then, will the other dinosaurs ever welcome him back? Dinosaurs are always a popular subject with young readers, and with its subtle lesson of sharing, The Mine-O-Saur is also a delicious twist on a classroom comedy. David Clark's uproarious triceratops and stegosauruses will tickle the funny bone of readers young and old.
The Minecraft Ideas Book: Create the Real World in Minecraft
by Thomas McBrienDiscover more than 70 mind-blowing build ideas – plus tips, tricks, and hacks from expert Minecraft builders in this official Minecraft book.Spark your imagination with incredible build ideas inspired by the world around you. Explore landmarks, natural wonders, and inventions. From the Great Wall of China and the Great Barrier Reef, to steam trains and the International Space Station, get suggestions for how to build them all in Minecraft – and discover fascinating facts about them, too. The Minecraft Ideas Book is packed with all kinds of imaginative build ideas, including a cross-section of a volcano, a fabulously fun fairground, a Mount Everest base camp, a rainforest with canopy bridge, and much, much more. Why not step back in time to build the Titanic or a Roman chariot race or fast-forward to the future and build a sustainable city? Anything is possible! What will you build first? Find building techniques, hints, and tips throughout, such as block hacks, planning tips, and ideas for customizing. Meet the expert builders and discover where they get their ideas from. See the Minecraft world – and the real world – as you&’ve never seen it before!© 2023 Mojang AB.
The Minecrafter's Cookbook: More Than 40 Game-Themed Dinners, Desserts, Snacks, and Drinks to Craft Together
by Tara TheoharisThe Minecrafter's Cookbook brings the Overworld to life with over 40 fantastic, Minecraft-themed recipes that kids and parents can make together. From main courses that will fill your hunger bar; to enchanted snacks that Alex and Steve couldn’t survive without; to party-friendly, game-themed desserts and potion drinks, there is plenty in this book to enchant young gamers and their families. Kids will love the accompanying illustrations of their favorite characters and scenes, while parents will appreciate the simple, step-by-step directions to guide them as they craft. The Minecrafter's Cookbook makes cooking an irresistible adventure: Includes photos of each finished item, plus colorful illustrations of popular Minecrafting scenes and characters for maximum fun. Features over 40 kid-friendly meals, drinks, and desserts including Beetroot Stew, Golden Apples, Grass Block Brownies, and Creeper Crispies! Encourages young gamers to power down and enjoy family time in the kitchen The delicious recipes in this book are sure to make spending time together a whole lot more fun!
The Miner’s Daughter
by Gretchen Moran Laskas<P>Perhaps there is always a mark, when another person touches you, an invisible thread connecting you to them. Backbreaking work, threadbare clothes, and black coal dust choking the air-- this is what a miner's daughter knows. <P>Willa Lowell fears that this dust marks her to be nothing else, that she will never win against the constant struggle to survive. Even the fierce flame of her family's love-- her one bright spot against the darkness-- has begun to dim. <P>Willa yearns for a better life-- enough food to eat, clothes that fit, and a home free of black grit. She also yearns for a special love, the love of a boy who makes her laugh and shares the poetry she carries in her heart. <P>When a much brighter future is suddenly promised to her family, Willa knows it is a miracle... until she discovers that every promise has a price. But she also discovers that the real change has burned inside her all along-- if only she is strong enough to mine it. <P>Writing in a style that is as breathtaking and lyrical as it is powerful, Gretchen Moran Laskas draws from her family's past to bring to life the story of a girl struggling against seemingly insurmountable odds. The Miner's Daughter will touch readers' hearts and stay with them long after they've read the last word.
The Mineshaft Menace: An Unofficial Graphic Novel for Minecrafters (The Cluckshroom Chronicles #1)
by Megan MillerA new illustrated graphic novel series for Minecrafters from New York Times bestselling author Megan Miller featuring Minecraft's new AR platform Minecraft Earth! When Kiri, Oscar, and Malik meet up after school to play an adventure in Minecraft Earth, they stumble upon a secret door that takes them out of the real world above and whisks them into a hidden underground mineshaft. Transformed into their Minecraft avatars, they must now face Minecraft monsters that are all too real. And as they try to help a band of lost villagers beset by giant poisonous spiders, they&’re confronted by the biggest Minecraft menace they&’ve ever seen. Fans of Minecraft will love this action-packed story with elements and themes pulled right from their favorite video game.
The Mini Police, The Mighty Protectors: Billy and Tilly go to the Park
by Rachael RobertsWelcome to the city of Howard Lees, the home of the Mini Police crew! The Mini Police are the Mighty Protectors so they have an important job to do when it comes to keeping people in the city safe. Follow the Mini Police as they help Billy and Tilly go about their day. Will they make the right choices? Read through the story and help them to have a great day!
The Miniature World Of Marvin And James (The Masterpiece Adventure Book One)
by Elise BroachIn this Masterpiece Adventure, the first in a companion series for younger readers from bestselling author Elise Broach, James is going on vacation for a week. His best friend, Marvin the beetle, has to stay at home. Without James to keep him company, Marvin has to play with his annoying cousin, Elaine. Marvin and Elaine quickly find themselves getting into all sorts of trouble--even getting trapped inside a pencil sharpener! Marvin misses James and starts to worry about their friendship. Will James still be Marvin's friend when he gets home or will James have found a new best friend? The Miniature World of Marvin and James by Elise Broach, with illustrations by Kelly Murphy, is the first in a series of chapter books set in the world of the acclaimed middle-grade novel Masterpiece. A Christy Ottaviano Book
The Minister's Daughter
by Julie Hearn Michael FrostIn 1645 in England, the daughters of the town minister successfully accuse a local healer and her granddaughter of witchcraft to conceal an out-of-wedlock pregnancy, but years later in 1692 Salem trials, their lie has unexpected repercussion.
The Minister’s Daughter
by Julie Hearn"Powers of the air, be here now. So mote it be." Nell is a wild child. Conceived on May Morning, she is claimed by the piskies and faeries as a merrybegot, one of their own. She is the village cunning woman's granddaughter: herb gatherer and healer, spell-weaver and midwife. . . and, some say, a witch. Grace is a Puritan minister's daughter: beautiful and refined, innocent and sweet-natured. . . to those who think they know her. But she is hiding a secret -- a secret that will bring everlasting shame...
The Ministry of Ghosts
by Alex ShearerWhen they ring the bell at the house with the dusty windows and tarnished nameplate to inquire about the advertised "Saturday Person,” Thruppence and Tim don’t know what they’re getting themselves into. A Saturday job sounds ideal! But had that nameplate been properly cleaned, Thruppence and Tim might not have been so keen to enter . . .Pressured by the stern Minister Beeston from the Department of Economies, the Ministry of Ghosts has been given three months to prove the existence or nonexistence of ghosts, or else it will be shut down! As it seems that children are particularly magnetic to ghosts and supernatural beings, Thruppence and Tim are hired to join the ministry’s ghost-catching team. And although neither of them is scared by talk of ghosts or monsters, they are unprepared for what they’re about discover!Filled with fun, humor, and twists and turns, this is the perfect book for anyone who loved Harry Potter and who is looking for something similar to Neil Gaiman’s The Graveyard Book-just not quite as scary.
The Ministry of S.U.I.T.s (Ministry of S.U.I.T.s)
by Paul GambleMemo: For Ministry of Strange, Unusual, and Impossible Things Operatives OnlyRE: The Ministry of SUITs by Paul Gamble (winner of the Eilís Dillon award for a first children’s book)A series of strange incidents have been reported in Belfast:* Oddball kids are going missing* There are several unconfirmed signs of pirates.* A wild bear known to be a very sore loser at musical statues has escaped from the museum and is on the rampage.Fortunately, our newest recruits, Jack Pearse, a curious boy skilled at logical thinking and seeing what's actually there, and Trudy Emerson, the most dangerous girl in his school, are on the case. As per Ministry policy, they are currently being trained in the use of The Speed (patent pending) and will have full access to Ministry supplies (assuming they manage to navigate the paperwork without going insane), so we are confident that they will succeed in their mission to discover and foil this villainous plot.Please provide all assistance possible, as a) they don't know who they are actually up against, b) the world is much stranger than they realized, and c) they are only 12 and have to be in bed by 10 p.m.P.S.-Could all Ministry operatives who have borrowed dinosaurs in the past two weeks please return them? We're running low on inventory.
The Minor Adventures of Mia the Cat
by Jay ImpellizzeriMia, a medium-sized, standard tabby cat, was adopted into a home in Old Santa Fe. She embodies the essence of survival, both for herself and her species. Mia&’s life, encompassing her house, yard, and beyond, is marked by challenges that she navigates with exemplary instinct and ability, leading to a life of adventure. She learns to deal with various threats, from hawks and owls observed safely from a window, to outdoor dangers like coyotes. Mia treats humans with respect, navigating their world with ease, except in certain situations. Her sanctuary is the adobe casita, with the yard and garden as her domain, and the neighborhood and city as her larger world.
The Minor Miracle: The Amazing Adventures of Noah Minor (The Amazing Adventures of Noah Minor)
by Meredith DavisWhat happens when a seemingly average seventh grader discovers he has superpowers . . . and then realizes his life just got super complicated? Find out in this action-packed adventure perfect for young readers.&“A spectacular new superhero.&”—Kathi Appelt, Newbery honoree and National Book Award finalistAs a baby, Noah Minor miraculously—and mysteriously—survived a fall from a sixteen-story balcony. But ever since then, Noah&’s life has been pretty boring.As he enters seventh grade, Noah is hoping to be less ordinary and more extraordinary, like his best friends, trumpet prodigy Rodney and the practically perfect Haley. So Noah&’s sure his star is on the rise when during a standard vision test, he learns he can manipulate gravity and is recruited to train with Gravitas, a top-secret government agency!Noah thinks his life will now be awesome, but instead, he has a whole new set of problems. The biggest one: His great-uncle Saul is on Gravitas&’s most-wanted list . . . but might also be the only person who can help Noah reach his full potential.
The Minor Rescue: The Amazing Adventures of Noah Minor, Book 2 (The Amazing Adventures of Noah Minor)
by Meredith DavisNoah Minor is back for another action-packed adventure--this time in the Big Apple--where he's hoping to stop Gravitas' most wanted (and Noah's great uncle) once and for all!Noah might be zooming through Gravitas training, but his friends Rodney and Haley still haven&’t recovered from their run-in with his great-uncle Saul three months ago. And Noah blames himself for letting Gravitas&’s Most Wanted get away.When twenty-six middle schoolers are kidnapped, Gravitas sends Noah to New York City to look for clues to Saul&’s location. Noah hopes to make things right and prove he isn&’t an epic failure. But is Noah actually looking to bring Saul to justice, or is he just seeking revenge?
The Minpins
by Roald DahlLittle Billy strays into the forest, where he meets the Minpins'tiny people who live within the trees. The Minpins tell Billy about The Gruncher, who preys on them. So Billy embarks on a mission to rid the Minpins of their foe once and for all, and sets off on the back of a swan'to confront The Gruncher.
The Minstrel in the Tower
by Gloria SkurzynskiIn this gripping medieval page-turner, Roger and his sister Alice are kidnapped and held for ransom in an ancient tower. To escape and find their uncle, the children must summon all their courage and imagination. "Designed as easy-reading material for middle-graders, this has the virtues of an attractive format and illustrations, a fast plot, and even a feminist fillip: Alice is the more intrepid of the siblings, Roger's gifts are for music and ventriloquism. "--Bulletin, Center for Children's Books. From the Trade Paperback edition.
The Minstrel in the Tower
by Gloria SkurzynskiAn adventurous rescue set in the time of medieval knights, castles, bandits, and music. Before their father returns to France from the Crusades, daring Alice and musical Roger set off on their own journey: to find their long-lost uncle. But on the way, the siblings are kidnapped and locked in an ancient hidden tower. To finish their quest, they need to escape--and fast! Can Alice use her courage to slip away and find help? And can Roger use his musical talents to guide her back before it's too late? History Stepping Stones now feature updated content that emphasizes Common Core and today's renewed interest in nonfiction. Perfect for home, school, and library bookshelves!
The Minstrel's Melody (American Girl History Mysteries #11)
by Eleanora E. TateIn 1904, twelve-year-old Orphelia follows her dream by running away from home to join an all-black minstrel show headed for the Saint Louis World's Fair, and learns about her family's troubled past in the process.
The Minstrel's Melody (Mysteries through History #11)
by Eleanora E. TateA twelve-year-old aspiring performer follows her dream in a novel that culminates at the 1904 St. Louis World&’s FairOrphelia Bruce lives in rural Missouri, the corner where Illinois, Iowa, and her home state come together. She can sing and play the piano better than anyone in Lewis County. So when Orphelia&’s mother forbids her from taking part in a traveling minstrel show looking for new talent and starring her idol, Madame Meritta, she runs away to join their troupe. But life on the road isn&’t what she expected. She misses her family, even her annoying older sister, Pearl—Momma&’s favorite. And it&’s not nearly as glamorous as Orphelia imagined. The group performs in a different town every night, which means long hours of travel. Despite her fame, Madame Meritta still has to work hard to keep her band fed and clothed. But performing at the St. Louis World&’s Fair could be Orphelia&’s big chance. When a long-buried secret changes everything she thought she knew about her family, will she still get to live her dream?This ebook includes a historical afterword.