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Katharina Grosse: Painting Outside the Lines (Fountas & Pinnell LLI #Level R)
by Helen ScullyWhen Katharina Grosse looks around, she assumes there are bright colors beneath every surface. A gray building, a street lamp, or a toll booth operator are all hiding a riot of color. In her paintings, Katharina turns the world inside out and invites her viewers to see their surroundings in a whole new way.
Space Runners #4: The Fate of Earth (Space Runners #4)
by Jeramey KraatzStar Wars meets Ridley Pearson’s Kingdom Keepers in this high-stakes intergalactic adventure!The Fate of Earth is the final installment in an action-packed series for tweens that’s perfect for fans of Eoin Colfer and Lisa McMann, and that Soman Chainani called “a blockbuster mix of thrills and adrenaline.”Benny Love and the Moon Platoon have befriended a small crew of peaceful Alpha Maraudi aliens, and they’ve decided to work together to end the war between humans and the aliens without violence. But while they’re forming a plan, an Alpha Maraudi ship is preparing to strike a deadly blow on Earth. If the Moon Platoon can’t stop the attack, life as they knew it on Earth will be destroyed, and Benny and his friends will be stranded in space—forever.
Up for Air
by Laurie MorrisonShe’s got new friends, and a high school boy starts treating her like she’s somebody special—and Annabelle thinks she’ll finally stand out in a good way. <P><P>She’ll do anything to fit in and help the team make it to the Labor Day Invitational, even if it means blowing off her old friends. <P><P>But after a prank goes wrong, Annabelle is abandoned by the older boy and can’t swim. Who is she without the one thing she’s good at? <P><P>Heartwarming and relatable, Up for Air is a story about where we find our self-worth.
Rachel (Ellie's People #3)
by Mary Borntrager[From the back cover:] "Rachel at seven years of age meets her Amish grandparents, Ellie and David Eash, for the first time. She is the youngest child of Mennonite missionary parents, Rebecca and James Miller. A close bond forms between Rachel and Grandma Ellie. During the next ten years, she often visits in the home of these grandparents and spends several summers helping them. Share Rachel's exciting experiences with her Amish cousins and relatives, with good fun and teasing. She grows to love the quiet Amish way of life and the sharing and caring of the extended family. See how Ellie and David gently lead Rachel toward maturity, through sharing stories and their love for Scripture. Rachel goes along to Amish church meetings, takes part in youth singings, and is courted by Amish boyfriend Norman. Eventually Rachel is faced with choosing between her Mennonite upbringing and the Amish lifestyle and faith. Will she be able to accept Amish instruction, baptism, and membership? Would being "sureenough Amish" give her a sense of peace?" Look for the books in the Ellie's series in the Bookshare Library including #1. Ellie, #2. Rebecca, #4. Daniel, #5 Reuben, #6. Andy, #7 Polly, #8. Sarah and #9. Mandy.
Genetic Engineering (Let's Relate to Genetics #4)
by Marina CohenDiscusses current and potential uses of genetic engineering in fields such as medicine, criminal investigation, and agriculture and examines some of the ethical questions involved. <P><P>Lexile Measure: 840L
Alfred Wegener: Uncovering Plate Tectonics: Earth and Space Science (Science Readers)
by Greg YoungIn this appealing biography, children will read about the fascinating life, theories, and discoveries of Alfred Wegener. From his time in Greenland studying meteorology with hot balloons to his theory of Pangea, readers will be eager to learn more about Wegener's contributions to science and the strides he took towards developing the study of plate tectonics. The easy-to-read text, accessible glossary, helpful index, and intriguing facts work in conjunction with the lively images and captivating lab activity to engage readers from beginning to end! <P><P>Lexile Measure: 630L
Electrical Circuits (Reading Essentials in Science Ser.)
by Lewis ParkerElectricity is often something we take for granted until we are without it. Learn how circuits work and see how shocking static electricity truly is.
Blest Are We: Faith in Action Grade 5
by Peter EspositoGrade 5 themes focus on Sacraments. Redesigned thematic logo in the Teacher Guide clearly depicts the movement of the four chapters in each unit, which correlate to the four pillars of the Catechism: What Catholics Believe, How Catholics Worship, How Catholics Live, and How Catholics Pray.
MiNRS (MiNRS #1)
by Kevin SylvesterA boy and his friends must find a way to survive in the mining tunnels after their new space colony is attacked in this gritty action-adventure novel, which School Library Journal called “a solid survival story.”In space. Underground. And out of time. Christopher Nichols and his family live on a new planet, Perses, as colonists of Melming Mining’s Great Mission to save the earth. Dozens of families like Christopher’s have relocated, too, like his best friend Elena Rosales. A communications blackout with Earth hits, and all of Perses is on its own for three months. It’s okay, though, because the colonists have prepared, stockpiling food and resources to survive. But they never prepared for an attack. Landers, as the attackers are called, obliterate the colony to steal the metal and raw ore. Now in a race against time, Christopher, along with a small group of survivors, are forced into the maze of mining tunnels. The kids run. They hide. But can they survive?
Big Breath: A Guided Meditation for Kids
by William MeyerCalm your worries and build your bravery — or just relax during a busy day or wind down before bed All day long, you breathe — in and out, in and out — without even thinking about it. But did you know that you can play with your breath, use it to take you on an adventure? All you have to do is find a comfy spot and close your eyes. Does your breath sound like ocean waves? Like the wind before a storm or a breeze at the start of spring? Can you feel it all the way down to the tips of your toes? By the time you open your eyes, you might just feel a little lighter, calmer, more relaxed. In Big Breath, William Meyer’s gentle prompts, alongside Brittany R. Jacobs’s wonderful illustrations, make meditation as fun as a game, but with big results.
SSAT & ISEE Middle & Upper Level Prep 2020: 4 Practice Tests + Proven Strategies (Kaplan Test Prep)
by Kaplan Test PrepKaplan's SSAT & ISEE Prep 2019-2020 provides practice and review for Upper and Middle Level students. This book covers SSAT Upper/Middle Level (grades 5-11) and ISEE Upper/Middle Level (grades 6-11). We are so confident that SSAT & ISEE Prep offers all the guidance students need to excel on the tests that we guarantee it: After studying with our book, students will score higher on the SSAT & ISEE—or you'll get your money back.Proven Strategies. Realistic Practice.Two SSAT Upper/Middle Level practice tests with score conversion tables and detailed answer explanationsTwo ISEE Upper/Middle Level practice tests with score conversion tables and detailed answer explanationsHundreds of practice questions and multiple essay prompts, complete with expert guidance for getting to the correct answer and model essaysTest-taking strategies and tips proven to help students score higherIntensive, test-specific math and verbal workouts to help students focus their studyingUpdated content and vocabulary lists to match the rigor of the Upper and Middle Level SSAT and ISEEExpert GuidanceWe know the test—our experts make sure our practice questions and study materials are true to the examWe know students—every explanation is written to help you learn, and our tips on the exam structure and question formats will help you avoid surprises on Test DayWe invented test prep—Kaplan (www.kaptest.com) has been helping students for 80 years, and more than 95% of our students get into their top-choice schools
A Swirl of Ocean
by Melissa SarnoA touching, timeless novel--perfect for fans of Lisa Graff and Lauren Wolk--about a girl who discovers that the ocean is holding secrets she never could have imagined. <P><P>Twelve-year-old Summer loves the ocean. The smell, the immensity, the feeling she gets when she dives beneath the surface. She has lived in Barnes Bluff Bay since she was two years old, when Lindy found her on the beach. It's been the two of them ever since. <P><P>But now, ten years later, Summer feels uncertainty about her place with Lindy and starts to wonder about where she came from. One night, Summer goes for a swim and gets caught in a riptide, swallowing mouthfuls of seawater. <P><P>And that night, she dreams of a girl. A girl her age living in the same town, but not in the same time. Summer's not persuaded that this girl is real, but something about her feels familiar. <P><P>Summer dreams again and again about this girl, Tink, and becomes convinced that she is connected to her past. As she sees Tink struggle with her sister growing away from her and her friends starting to pair off, Summer must come to terms with her own evolving home life and discover how the bonds that make us family can help heal the wounds of the past. <P><P>From Melissa Sarno, the author of Just Under the Clouds, comes a new story of discovery, family, and finding where you belong.
Making Waves: Stand-Up Paddleboarding (Fountas & Pinnell LLI Purple #Level R)
by Judith StamperMaking Waves: Stand-Up Paddleboarding by Judith Bauer Stamper Sports for All
Hollow River (Fountast & Pinnell LLI Purple #Level W)
by Mike Dion Luigi AimeText Elements Genre: Fantasy/Graphic <p><p> Text Structure Narrative <p> Text Features: graphic conventions, including word, whisper, and thought balloons
King Arthur: Real Person or Strictly Legend? (Fountas & Pinnell LLI Purple #Level W)
by Neil Fairbairn Carmen MoraisText Elements <p><p> Genre: Expository <p> Text Structures <p> Main: Categorical <p> Embedded: Description, Compare/Contrast <p> Text Features: table of contents, photos, captions, sidebars, outline maps
Les Paul and the Perfect Sound (Fountas & Pinnell LLI Purple #Level T)
by Sarah BrockettText Elements <p><p> Genre: Biography <p> Text Structures <p> Main: Chronological Sequence <p> Embedded: Description, Categorical, Cause/Effect <p> Text Features: table of contents, headings, photos, captions, sidebars, diagram, time line, glossary
Mama Miti: The Roots of Peace (Fountas & Pinnell LLI Purple #Level W)
by Helen ScullyText Elements <p><p> Genre: Biography <p> Text Structures <p> Main: Chronological Sequence <p> Embedded: Cause/Effect, Problem/ Solution <p> Text Features: table of contents, timeline, headings, photos, captions, map, labels, sidebars, diagram
Music to Our Ears (Fountas & Pinnell LLI Purple #Level R)
by Jack SilbertText Elements <p> Genre: Expository <p> Text Structures <p> Main: Chronological Sequence <p> Embedded: Categorical, Compare/ Contrast, Cause/Effect <p> Text Features: table of contents, headings, sidebars, glossary
Mysterious Migrations (Fountas & Pinnell LLI Purple #Level Q)
by Terry Miller ShannonText Elements <p><p> Genre: Expository/Biography <p> Text Structures <p> Main: Chronological Sequence <p> Embedded: Description, Problem/Solution, Cause/Effect <p> Text Features: table of contents, headings, photos, captions, map, sidebars
Under the Spell of Hypnosis (Fountas & Pinnell LLI Purple #Level R)
by Rena KorbText Elements <p><p> Genre: Hybrid <p> Text Structures <p> Main: Categorical <p> Embedded: Description, Temporal Sequence, Cause/Effect <p> Text Features: table of contents, headings, sidebars, graphic text, fact/fiction chart, bulleted list
Lost in the Woods: A Survival Guide (Fountas & Pinnell LLI Purple #Level S)
by Kate ForsterText Elements <p><p> Genre: Procedural <p> Text Structures <p> Main: Temporal Sequence <p> Embedded: Cause/Effect, Problem/ Solution, Narrative, Question/ Answer <p> Text Features: table of contents, headings, photos, diagrams, captions, labels, sidebars, quiz, glossary
Willy Maykit in Space
by Greg Trine James BurksEarth-dwelling fourth-grader Willy Maykit couldn't be more excited about his school field trip to Planet Ed. Willy's class will blast off for the afternoon, learn about outer space, and be home in time for dinner. But when he wanders off on his own, Willy ends up being left behind on Ed! Can Willy, along with his classmate Cindy and an alien boy named Norp, outsmart the big hungry monsters on Ed until someone rescues them? With a little help from an android who likes knock-knock jokes and a seagull with terrific aim, they just might!
Arabel and Mortimer (Arabel And Mortimer Ser.)
by Joan Aiken Quentin BlakeIn this silly sequel to Arabel's Raven, Mortimer floats out to sea on a grand piano, tries to get even with three giraffes that have stolen his doughnuts at the zoo, and takes off with King Arthur's sword. Will Arabel ever be able to control her troublemaking pet raven?
The Thrifty Guide to Ancient Rome: A Handbook for Time Travelers (The Thrifty Guides #1)
by Jonathan W. StokesFrom the publishing house that brought you the Who Was? books comes the next big series to make history approachable, engaging, and funny!The Thrifty Guide to Ancient Rome contains information vital to the sensible time traveler: • Where can I find a decent hotel room in ancient Rome for under five sesterces a day? Is horse parking included? • What do I do if I’m attacked by barbarians? • What are my legal options if I’m fed to the lions at the Colosseum? All this is answered and more. There is handy advice on finding the best picnicking spots to watch Julius Caesar’s assassination at the Roman Forum in 44 BC, as well as helpful real estate tips to profit from the great Roman fire of AD 64. There are even useful recommendations on which famous historical figures to meet for lunch, and a few nifty pointers on how to avoid being poisoned, beheaded, or torn apart by an angry mob. If you had a time travel machine and could take a vacation anywhere in history, this is the only guidebook you would need!
The Thrifty Guide to the American Revolution: A Handbook for Time Travelers (The Thrifty Guides #2)
by Jonathan W. StokesFrom the publishing house that brought you the Who Was? books comes the next big series to make history approachable, engaging, and funny!The Thrifty Guide to the American Revolution provides useful information for the practical time traveler, like: • Where can I find a decent hotel room in colonial New England? Are major credit cards accepted? • How do I join the Boston Tea Party without winding up in a British prison? • How can I score a lunch with Alexander Hamilton? This guide answers these fiery, burning questions with the marshmallows of information. There is handy advice on how to join Paul Revere’s spy ring at the Green Dragon Tavern, how to enlist in General Washington’s rebel army, and how to summon the strength to storm a British gun battery when you haven’t eaten for three days. If you had a time travel machine and could take a vacation anywhere in history, this is the only guidebook you would need!