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Super Women: Six Scientists Who Changed the World
by Laurie Lawlor"Inspiring profiles of six 20th-century trailblazers."—Kirkus ReviewsSuper Women celebrates the scientific as well as the social significance of six incredible women who broke new ground with their research, busted through glass ceilings with their careers, and advanced humanity's understanding of our world in the process. These amazing women defied prejudice to succeed in the sciences using genius, ambition, and perseverance:Katherine Coleman Johnson, a mathematician who calculated trajectories for NASA flights and is one of the women showcased in the award-winning feature film, Hidden FiguresEugenie Clark, an ichthyologist who swam with sharksMarie Tharp, a cartographer who mapped the ocean floorFlorence Hawley Ellis, an anthropologist of Pueblo cultures who pioneered tree-ring datingGertrude Elion, a Noble Prize-winning pharmacologist who developed treatments for leukemia and AIDSMargaret Burbidge, an astrophysicist who formulated a theory of quasars and helped create the Hubble telescopeALA Notable Book author Laurie Lawlor deftly paints portraits of each of these pioneers who refused to take no for an answer, pursuing their passions through fieldwork, observations, laboratories, and research vessels in the face of sexism. This diverse group of women, all with awe-inspiring accomplishments, were active mentors and determined people who wouldn’t take no for an answer.The beautifully written book includes key photographs, a glossary, and source notes—and is truly an important book for our time.A 2018 NSTA-CBC Outstanding Science Trade Book for Students K-12!
Super Zero (Mouse Math)
by Lori Haskins HouranEach read-aloud book in the Mouse Math series focuses on a single, basic math concept and features adorable mice, Albert and Wanda, who live in a People House. Entertaining fiction stories capture kids&’ imaginations as the mice learn about numbers, shapes, sizes and more.Albert has high hopes for the new squeakball season. He wants to score lots of goals! Then he gets his uniform number--a big, round zero. He runs and passes and makes lots of assists, but goals? Zero. His sister says zero is a secret super hero. Albert is sure it's cursed! Every Mouse Math title includes back matter activities that support and extend reading comprehension and math skills, plus free online activities. (Math concept:The number zero)
Superbat
by Mr. Matt CarrIt's a bird! It's a plane! No, wait...it's a bat...in a bright superhero outfit and cape? It's Superbat!Pat is an ordinary bat who wants nothing more than to be special. But when he proclaims himself a superbat, the other bats laugh and say that anything he can do, like fly and navigate through the dark, they can do too. Disheartened that his friends have the same superpowers as him, Pat is ready to rip off his cape and throw it away when suddenly his supersonic hearing picks up a terrified cry. A cat has trapped a poor mouse!Without a second thought, Pat quickly flies across the city using his echolocation and saves the mouse from the big, bad cat. His friends, who followed to watch, realize that Pat does have an amazing superpower: courage! A playful twist on the superhero theme, Matt Carr's debut picture book is perfect for anyone who has ever felt just out of place. Matt introduces some real bat characteristics in this superhero adventure, as well as some bat facts in the back of the book!
Superbugs and Pandemics: A Max Axiom Super Scientist Adventure (Max Axiom and the Society of Super Scientists)
by Emily SohnA new disease has reared its ugly head. People are getting very sick with high fevers and an itchy rash. Even worse, it seems to be spreading quickly to several major cities around the world. What is this new disease, and why is it spreading so fast? It’s up to Max Axiom and the Society of Super Scientists to find out! In this nonfiction graphic novel, young readers can follow the team as they go on an exciting, fact-filled adventure to learn how diseases work, why pandemics and superbugs are so dangerous, and things they can do to help stop the spread of deadly disease.
Supercharged Infield
by Matthew F ChristopherPenny Farrell, captain and third baseman of the Hawks softball team, tries to uncover the reason for the strange behavior of two teammates who have also suddenly turned into super athletes.
SúperChistes. Los chistes más Divertidos (Súper Chistes #Volumen 3)
by Álex López Pau Clua SarróUn recopilatorio de Súper Chistes para niños sobre los seres más pelmas de la humanidad: los mayores. ¡Para troncharse de risa! ¿Quiénes son espeluznantes, llevan rulos o bigote y te obligan a comerte los guisantes? ¿Qué extraños seres usan los exámenes para chichar a los niños? ¿Cuáles son las criaturas más pesadas del reino animal, vegetal y mineral juntos? ¿Has dicho los MAYORES? ¡Has acertado!
Los superchivitos Gruff: Una novela gráfica (Cuentos de hadas futuristas)
by Sean TulienTres chivitos de apellido Gruff van hacia una colina en busca de hierba fresca y de pronto, ¡quedan atrapados en un videojuego! Lo bueno es que los tres hermanos ¡se convierten en SUPERchivitos! El primero se convierte en guerrero, el segundo en ninja y el tercero en mago. Lo malo es que donde estaba la colina de verdes pastos, ahora se levanta el castillo Hillside, una peligrosa mazmorra llena de espeluznantes y extran~os enemigos. ¿Podra´n los chivitos atravesar el castillo y llegar a la colina o conseguira´ el malvado Jefe Ma´ximo convertirlos en su almuerzo?
La superclase del profesor Flípez
by Tim HarrisNo te pierdas las aventuras del profe de primaria más imaginativo. Llega cargado de risas, aventuras ¡y muchas diversión! El profesor Flípez ha sido el primero en prepararnos el desayuno. ¿Es su escarabajo deslumbrante tan peligroso como dice? He escuchado que bebió leche de yak en Mongolia. Es la única persona a la que no le da miedo la cocinera Carolina. Mi madre dice que antes trabajaba en el circo.La clase 12B tiene un nuevo profesor, y ya nada volverá a ser como antes...
La superclase del profesor Flípez 2
by Tim HarrisEl profe más divertido de la escuela vuelve con nuevos trucos, nuevas aventuras y algún as bajo la manga. La clase de 12B se ha vuelto viral y no es de extrañar: ¡el profesor Flípez ha llegado a la escuela para acabar con los viejos modelos de enseñanza y ¿freírse un huevo frito para desayunar en medio de clase? ¡Correcto!
SuperCroc Found
by Sally M. WalkerChildren's book about the discovery of a crocodile fossil from prehistoric times.
Superdog! (Puppy Patrol #22)
by Jenny DaleTwister is a natural looking dog in the Super Dog Show competition for dogs of all shapes and sizes. Neil and Emily are confidant of Twister winning the show as it is very fast and smart. But for Twister it is a tough competition. What would be the fate of Parkers' dog in the show is nice to read on.
Superduper Teddy
by Johanna HurwitzEncouraged by his gregarious sister and his trusty Superman cape, five-year-old Teddy takes his first step toward independence.
Superestrellas de segunda mano (¡Arriba la Lectura! Level T #41)
by Heather Hammonds Diane FeyerNIMAC-sourced textbook <p><p> Un día, los compañeros de Sasha se burlan de ella porque usa ropa de segunda mano. A su hermano, Chris, se le ocurre una idea para animar a Sasha y demostrarles a todos que usar ropa reciclada puede beneficiar a todos y al planeta. La mejor amiga de Sasha, Kaz, también se entusiasma con la idea. <p> Con la ayuda de un invitado sorpresa, ¡su plan puede ser un éxito!
Superestrellas por un día (Las Fantásticas Hormiguets #Volumen)
by Silvia AbrilSilvia Abril presenta su primera serie de humor y aventuras infantil: ¡Las Fantásticas Hormiguets ya están aquí! Joana, Julia, Sara y Nerea son alegres, entusiastas, creativas... y todos las conocen como «Las fantásticas Hormiguets». Las Hormiguets son mega fans de Estela Twinkle. Estela es la artista perfecta: la letra, la melodía, el ritmo de sus hits... ¡lo tiene todo! Con una de sus canciones las Hormiguets han creado una coreografía genial. Pero su sueño máximo es asistir al concierto ahora que Estela visita la ciudad. ¿Serán capaces de conseguirlo?
Superfail
by Max Brunner Dustin Mackay<P>Diary of a Wimpy Kid meets Big Hero Six when a group of young but defective superheroes attempt to save the day! Laser vision isn't so hot when you're cross-eyed, and supersonic flight's a real downer when motion sickness keeps you grounded.Twelve-year-old Marshall Preston is a Defective--a person with superhuman abilities that are restricted by some very human setbacks. While other kids are recruited to superhero teams, Marshall's stuck in seventh grade with a kid who can run at super speed but can't turn a corner, another with a radioactive peanut allergy that turns him into a swollen Hulk, and a telepath who reads everyone's thoughts out loud. <P>Defectives like Marshall aren't exactly superhero material, but when he uncovers a plot to destroy one of the greatest superhero teams of all time, Marshall and his less-than-super friends set out to prove that just because you're defective doesn't mean you can't save the day.With full illustrations throughout and a funny, heartwarming story, Superfail is the perfect book for reluctant young readers and the superhero fan.
A Superfamily Like Ours
by Dr. Ranj SinghAn uplifting story celebrating families of all shapes and sizes, from Dr Ranj, bestselling author and the nation's favourite doctor.Rohan is excited for the SUPERFAMILY SUMMER FESTIVAL where everyone will come together for a day of games, music, food and fun. But will Rohan and his daddy really be a superfamily with Mummy away?From music and singing, to adventurous treasure hunts and family-famous recipes - join Rohan at the festival as he discovers the superpowers of love that are always part of us . . . whether our family is near or far! From the team behind A Superhero Like You and A Superpower Like Mine comes an exciting new picture book about family, friendship and the power of community!
SuperFan
by Jeff GottesfeldWinning the title of "WrestleManiac" sounds pretty awesome, especially for a twelve-year-old die-hard WWE fan. The WrestleManiac gets the opportunity of a lifetime: the chance to carry the defending champ's belt at WrestleMania, not to mention a trip to the event and the possibility of meeting the champ! Problem is, first you have to win a nationwide competition, and WWE fans can be kind of . . . competitive! Read along as one kid does whatever it takes to win the title of WrestleManiac, even if it means bodyslamming the competition! .
Superfudge (Fudge #3)
by Judy BlumeSometimes life in the Hatcher household is enough to make twelve-year-old Peter think about running away. His worst problem is still his younger brother, Fudge, who hasn't changed a bit since his crazy capers in Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing. If you ask Peter, Fudge is just an older -- and bigger -- pain.<P><P> Then Peter learns that his mom is going to have a baby and the whole family is moving to Princeton for a year. It will be bad enough starting sixth grade in a strange place and going to the same school as Fudge. But Peter can imagine something even worse. How will he ever survive if the new baby is a carbon copy of Fudge?<P> Winner of Pacific Northwest Library Association’s Young Reader’s Choice Award
Superfudge
by Judy BlumeSometimes life in the Hatcher household is enough to make twelve-year-old Peter think about running away. His worst problem is still his younger brother, Fudge, who hasn't changed a bit since his crazy capers in Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing. If you ask Peter, Fudge is just an older — and bigger — pain.Then Peter learns that his mom is going to have a baby and the whole family is moving to Princeton for a year. It will be bad enough starting sixth grade in a strange place and going to the same school as Fudge. But Peter can imagine something even worse. How will he ever survive if the new baby is a carbon copy of Fudge?
Superfudge
by Judy BlumeSometimes life in the Hatcher household is enough to make twelve-year-old Peter think about running away. His worst problem is still his younger brother, Fudge, who hasn't changed a bit since his crazy capers in Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing. If you ask Peter, Fudge is just an older — and bigger — pain.Then Peter learns that his mom is going to have a baby and the whole family is moving to Princeton for a year. It will be bad enough starting sixth grade in a strange place and going to the same school as Fudge. But Peter can imagine something even worse. How will he ever survive if the new baby is a carbon copy of Fudge?
Supergifted
by Gordon KormanThe highly anticipated sequel to Ungifted from #1 New York Times bestselling author Gordon Korman. Donovan Curtis has never been what anyone would call “gifted.” But his genius friend Noah Youkilis is actually supergifted, with one of the highest IQs around. After years at the Academy for Scholastic Distinction, all Noah dreams of is the opportunity to fail if he wants to. And he’s landed in the perfect place to do it—Donovan’s school.Almost immediately, Noah finds himself on the wrong side of cheerleading captain Megan Mercury and alpha jock Hash “Hashtag” Taggart. Sticking up for Noah lands Donovan in the middle of a huge feud with Hashtag. He’s told to stay away from the sports star—or else.That should be the end of it, but when a freak incident suddenly makes Donovan a hero, he can’t tell anyone about it since Hashtag is involved. So Noah steps in and becomes “Superkid.” Now he’s gone from nerd to titan at school. And it may have gone more than a little bit to his head.This funny and heartwarming sequel to Ungifted, which has become a word-of-mouth hit, cleverly sends up our ideas about intelligence, heroism, and popularity.
Supergirl: An Origin Story (DC Super Heroes Origins)
by Steve BrezenoffHow did Supergirl become one of the Earth's greatest super heroes? Discover the story behind Kara Danvers' journey from Superman's kid cousin to full-fledged Justice League member, including the source of her out-of-this-world superpowers. With action-packed illustrations and easy-to-follow text, these early reader books are perfect for young super hero fans.
Supergirl and the Man of Metal (DC Super Hero Adventures)
by Laurie S. SuttonAs Supergirl escorts a dangerous shipment of Kryptonite to S.T.A.R. Labs, Metallo attacks the armored truck. The superpowered cyborg is bent on claiming the radioactive rock for himself. When the Girl of Steel intercepts the man of metal, a brawl for the ages spills into the streets of Metropolis. Can Supergirl keep the Kryptonite out of Metallo’s clutches and save the city from destruction at the same time? Find out in this action-packed chapter book for DC Super Hero fans!
Supergirl at Super Hero High (DC Super Hero Girls)
by Random House Lisa YeeGet your cape on with the DC Super Hero GirlsTM--the unprecedented new Super Hero universe especially for girls! Readers of all ages can fly high with the all-new adventures of Wonder WomanTM, SupergirlTM, BatgirlTM, and some of the world's most iconic female super heroes as high schoolers! Supergirl is the new girl in school--and she just also happens to be the most powerful teenager in the galaxy! After losing her home planet of Krypton and everyone she knows, Supergirl has made a new home on Earth, but she's isn't so sure that Super Hero High School is the right place for her. Wonder Woman, other new friends, and a kindly librarian make her feel welcome, but breached inter-dimensional portals, invading alien armies, and bad dreams shake her confidence. It's not easy being a super hero and a high school student all at once! Award-winning author Lisa Yee brings mystery, thrills, and laughs to this groundbreaking series that follows DC Comics' most iconic female Super Heroes and Super-Villains. Move over BatmanTM and SupermanTM--the DC Super Hero Girls are ready to save the day and have fun doing it! Praise for DC Super Hero Girls: "Sure to have wide appeal, this book is a solid option to balance collections saturated with male superheroes." --School Library JournalFrom the Hardcover edition.
Supergirl Takes Off! (Step into Reading)
by Courtney CarboneSUPERGIRL and the DC SUPER FRIENDS™ star in this all-new Step into Reading book. Girls and boys ages 4 to 6 will love learning about this high-flying super heroine in an easy to read Step 2 leveled reader!