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The Mommy Book
by Todd ParrWith his trademark, child-like art, Todd Parr celebrates mothers, whether they drive a minivan or a motorcycle or work in a big building or at home. Full color.
The Mona Lisa Caper
by Rick Jacobson Laura FernandezThe Mona Lisa Caper is based on true events that began to unfold on Monday, August 21, 1911, when Vincenzo Perugia shocked the world by stealing the most famous of the many treasures in the Louvre. Though Vincenzo was a thief, he meant well. <P> <P> He simply wanted to return the painting to the Italian people in the mistaken belief that it had been stolen from them. Eventually, inevitably, Vincenzo was captured in Florence and put on trial. Italians gave him their hearts for his patriotism. In fact, he received so much food, wine, clothing, and furniture, that he had to be moved to a larger cell! Throughout Rick Jacobson’s lively text, Mona Lisa herself narrates the story of her trip back to the city of her creation. The playful art Rick has painted along with his wife, Laura Fernandez, heightens the fun. Not only is it Keystone-Cops funny, it is a sound introduction to the painting that continues to delight, amaze, and mystify hundreds of years after Leonardo da Vinci’s death.
The Mona Lisa Mystery: Book 3 - A time-travelling adventure around Paris and Florence (The Butterfly Club #3)
by M.A. BennettWould you risk the future to change the past?Luna, Konstantin and Aidan are time-travelling thieves working for The Butterfly Club.When they are asked to steal a little-known painting called the Mona Lisa, Aidan can only think of one man who can make things disappear – the magician, Harry Houdini. And as luck would have it, Houdini cannot resist a challenge.The three children and Houdini travel to 1911 Paris where they face an impossible task – stealing a painting right off the wall of the fortress-like Louvre Museum.As Houdini prepares for the theft, a heist which will require him to pull off his greatest ever trick, the time-thieves realise that the Mona Lisa is smiling because she holds a secret. Her creator, Leonardo Da Vinci, hid mysterious codes within the painting.The race is on to solve the puzzle in time...
The Mona Lisa Vanishes: A Legendary Painter, a Shocking Heist, and the Birth of a Global Celebrity
by Nicholas DayOn a hot August day in Paris, just over a century ago, a desperate guard burst into the office of the director of the Louvre and shouted, La Joconde, c’est partie! The Mona Lisa, she’s gone! <P><P> No one knew who was behind the heist. Was it an international gang of thieves? Was it an art-hungry American millionaire? Was it the young Spanish painter Pablo Picasso, who was about to remake the very art of painting? <P><P> Travel back to an extraordinary period of revolutionary change: turn-of-the-century Paris. Walk its backstreets. Meet the infamous thieves—and detectives—of the era. And then slip back further in time and follow Leonardo da Vinci, painter of the Mona Lisa, through his dazzling, wondrously weird life. Discover the secret at the heart of the Mona Lisa—the most famous painting in the world should never have existed at all. <P><P> Here is a middle-grade nonfiction, with black-and-white illustrations by Brett Helquist throughout, written at the pace of a thriller, shot through with stories of crime and celebrity, genius and beauty.
The Monarch Effect: Surviving Poison, Predators, and People (Scholastic Focus)
by Dana L. ChurchA not-so-typical look at the mysteries of the monarch butterflyScholastic Focus is the premier home of thoroughly researched, beautifully written, and thoughtfully designed works of narrative nonfiction aimed at middle-grade and young adult readers. These books help readers learn about the world in which they live and develop their critical thinking skills so that they may become dynamic citizens who are able to analyze and understand our past, participate in essential discussions about our present, and work to grow and build our future.With their stunning black-and-orange wings, monarch butterflies are one of the most recognizable insects on the planet. But despite their delicate beauty, these creatures are warriors. The moment they hatch, they're fighting for their lives. Everything is the enemy: from the very leaf they live on to the humans and animals around them to nature itself. How does such a tiny egg survive to become a butterfly? And even after emerging from the cocoon, unimaginable danger awaits: migration.Every year, monarchs take flight, making one of the greatest migrations in the world. However, for a long time, their destination was unknown within the scientific community. Through the research of scientists in Canada and the United States and the support and efforts of ordinary people as well as Indigenous knowledge in Mexico, that mystery was finally solved. But to do so would involve years of searching across three countries and encounters with feuding scientists, the consequences of colonialism, and life-and-death stakes. Weaving together the untold story of survival, scientific discoveries, and the relationship between humans and butterflies, The Monarch Effect explores how one small insect can have an incredible impact on the entire planet.
The Monday Horses
by Jean Slaughter DotyHer pony's accident provides Cassie with an introduction to show horses.
The Money Hunt (Hardy Boys #101)
by Franklin W. DixonThe kidnapping of Frank Hardy's girlfriend at an anti-terror convention in Washington, D.C., sends the brother sleuths running straight into a terrorist deathtrap.
The Money Room
by Eloise Jarvis McgrawMargaret K McElderry books' description: Thirteen-year-old Scott and his younger sister Melinda expected new-school problems but not the baffling, peculiar events of their first weeks on the Oregon farm their great-grandfather had left their mother. They had always heard talk of his "Money Room" but never a hint of where - or what-it was. Now, with no friends yet and their mother absorbed in her new job, they were determined to find whatever treasure the old house held. Spurred on by a passage from an old diary and the startling contents of a tin box they found in the attic, Scott and Lindy plunged into a deepening mystery, one that soon had them wondering uneasily who else was trying to find the Money Room, and what would happen if he got there first. This highly entertaining adventure by the author of A Really 'Weird Summer, which won the Mystery Writers of America 1978 "Edgar" award for "the best juvenile mystery of the year," reflects a warm family feeling, a fine sense of place, and a sure narrative gift.
The Monkey Howled at Midnight (Double Detectives)
by Zack NorrisOtis, Cody, and Rae are thrilled to fly down to the Amazon, where the twins dad has a commission to paint a portrait of coffee baron Enrico Estevez. But then a speeding car tries to run down Mr. Estevez and an overnight in the jungle turns terrifying when the kids encounter deadly animals…and even deadlier smugglers.
The Monkey King's Prize: Book 3 (Myth Raiders #3)
by A.J. HunterTime is running out for the chosen ones...Sam and Trey are tasked with saving the world from total destruction by gathering the scattered fragments of the Warrior's Shield. Their next stop is ancient China, where they need to track down the third piece - fast!Transported to a misty bamboo forest, they are attached by the shape-shifting Monkey King. They manage to strike a deal to save their lives: if they can recover a stolen treasure from the malicious Lord Liu, then maybe, just maybe, he will help them.But Liu is a Lord of the Dark, part of the evil that Sam and Trey are fighting. Can they trust the mischievous monkey to help them defeat him? There's only one way to find out...
The Monkey Thief
by Aileen Kilgore HendersonWhile visiting his uncle in a Costa Rican rain forest, Steve meets a monkey which he wants to tame and a smuggler who forces him to some very responsible decisions.
The Monkey Trial: John Scopes and the Battle over Teaching Evolution
by Anita SanchezRevealing little-known facts about the fight to teach evolution in schools, this riveting account of the dramatic 1925 Scopes Trial (aka “the Monkey Trial”) speaks directly to today’s fights over what students learn, the tension between science and religion, the influence of the media on public debate, and the power of one individual to change history. Arrested? For teaching? John Scopes’s crime riveted the world, and crowds flocked to the trial of the man who dared to tell students about a forbidden topic—evolution.The year was 1925, and discussing Darwin’s theory of evolution was illegal in Tennessee classrooms. Lawyers wanted to challenge the law, and businessmen smelled opportunity. But no one imagined the firestorm the Scopes Trial would ignite—or the media circus that would follow.As reporters, souvenir-hawking vendors, angry protestors, and even real monkeys mobbed the courthouse, a breathless public followed the action live on national radio broadcasts. All were fascinated by the bitter duel between science and religion, an argument that boiled down to the question of who controls what students can learn—an issue that resonates to this day.Through contemporary visuals and evocative prose, Anita Sanchez vividly captures the passion, personalities, and pageantry of the infamous “Monkey Trial,” highlighting the quiet dignity of the teacher who stood up for his students’ right to learn.
The Monkey and the Crocodile
by Paul GaldoneThe story of the clever monkey who outsmarted the crocodile.
The Monkey and the Crocodile: and Other Fables from the Jataka Tales of India
by Ellsworth Young Ellen C. BabbittChildren will be enchanted by the quaint humor and timeless wisdom of these age-old fables drawn from Buddhist texts. Timid rabbits, noble deer, quarrelsome quails, greedy merchants, and other memorable animal and human characters populate the tales, all of which offer thought-provoking morals. "The Turtle Who Couldn't Stop Talking" illustrates the folly of offering a reply when silence is the best answer; "The Ox Who Won the Forfeit" testifies to the effectiveness of kindness rather than brute force; and "The Golden Goose" and "The Penny-Wise Monkey" demonstrate how greed can ruin good fortune. These and dozens of other captivating stories are further enhanced by charming silhouette images.
The Monkey and the Wild, Wild Wind
by Ryerson Johnson Lois LignellThis is the story of a monkey whose antics resulted in cooperation and friendship among the animals stranded in a cave. <P><P> Jane Addams Children’s Book Award Winner
The Monkey's Heart: Independent reading Turquoise 7 (Reading Champion #553)
by Penny DolanIn this Indian traditional tale, Crocodile's wife longs to eat the heart of his friend, Monkey. But Monkey plays a trick of her own to get away ...This story is part of Reading Champion, a series carefully linked to book bands to encourage independent reading skills, developed with Dr Sue Bodman and Glen Franklin of UCL Institute of Education (IOE)Reading Champion offers independent reading books for children to practise and reinforce their developing reading skills.Fantastic stories are 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.
The Monks of Appalling Dreadfulness
by John ConnollyThe Monks of Appalling Dreadfulness are the most feared assassins in the Multiverse. They are ruthless. They are cunning. They can do interesting things with oranges.Now they have been hired to hunt down and kill the demon Nurd, along with every friend he's ever had.But friends come in all shapes and sizes, and with all kinds of talents.The Monks of Appalling Dreadfulness are about to meet their match . . .
The Monsoon Murder: Forensic Meteorology
by Kenneth McintoshWhen Maeve is framed for drug possession and her brother is wanted for murder, she must try to clear them both using forensic meteorology. Includes forensic notes from the story, graphic novel, illustrations and color photographs, sections on further reading, and for more information, bibliography, index, and profiles on the author, illustrator, and series consultant.
The Monster (Fountas & Pinnell Classroom, Guided Reading)
by Judy Kentor SchmaussNIMAC-sourced textbook. What Is This? Sometimes you don't know what something is if you only see parts of it. Sometimes you have to see the whole thing to know what you are looking at— and even then you might be in for a surprise!
The Monster Book of Creature Features: Wiley & Grampa's First Three Adventures (Wiley & Grampa's Creature Features)
by Kirk ScroggsThis utterly absurd, wacky and weird compilation of the first three books in the Wiley & Grampa's Creature Features series is packed with monsters, mayhem, and pictures on every page! In the rip-roaring adventures, Wiley and goofy Grampa get mixed up with everything from vampires to zombies to a legendary sea monster and always manage to land in deep doodoo. Luckly, they have no-nonsense Gramma and a troop of neighborhood friends to swoop in and save the day! At over three hundred pages, this volume includes fan favorites Dracula vs. Grampa at the Monster Truck Spectacular, Grampa's Zombie BBQ, and Monster Fish Frenzy.
The Monster Book of Feelings: Creative Activities and Stories to Explore Emotions and Mental Health
by Amie TaylorThis book is designed to help children to understand and articulate the emotions they might experience - feelings of anxiety and worry, pride, joy and excitement, sadness, anger and jealousy - and provides simple strategies for managing their mental health.Full of monster-themed stories, activities and downloadable worksheets, it is ideal to use individually or in group settings with ages 5-9. Children will meet characters like Thomas, the big purple monster who has a heavy backpack full of his worries, and Geronimo, who inconveniently creates small floods with his tears all around Icicle Island. The second part of the book is a detailed guide for adults with explanations of key concepts, support for delivering the activities, suggested discussion points and drama activities to consolidate learning.
The Monster Catchers: A Bailey Buckleby Story (The Monster Catchers #1)
by George BrewingtonA father-son monster hunter duo must save the Bay Area from an evil villain in The Monster Catchers, a madcap middle-grade fantasy debut from George Brewington.If there's something strange in the neighborhood, who you gonna call? Buckleby and Son!Whether it's a goblin in the garden or a fairy in the attic, Bailey Buckleby and his dad can rid your home of whatever monster is troubling you—for the right price. But when Bailey discovers that his dad has been lying—their pet troll Henry is actually a kidnapped baby sea giant—he begins to question the family business. Enter Axel Pazuzu, criminal mastermind, who will stop at nothing to make a buck. With everyone and everything he loves in peril, it's up to Bailey to save his family and set things right in this funny, fantastical adventure.
The Monster Chef (Fountas & Pinnell Classroom, Guided Reading)
by Lisa Rosinsky Andy CatlingNIMAC-sourced textbook
The Monster Crisp-Guzzler
by Malorie BlackmanAt her new school, Mira discovers she has a very unusual teacher - a teacher who turns into a real-life dragon when she eats crisps! This comes in very handy when the class run into trouble on a school trip to the seaside...
The Monster Crisp-Guzzler
by Malorie BlackmanAt her new school, Mira discovers she has a very unusual teacher - a teacher who turns into a real-life dragon when she eats crisps! This comes in very handy when the class run into trouble on a school trip to the seaside...