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The Alamo (Pull Ahead Books -- American Symbols)
by Kristin L. NelsonBriefly presents the story of the Alamo and its significance in Texas history
Alia's Mission: Saving the Books of Iraq
by Mark Alan StamatyThe inspiring story of an Iraqi librarian's courageous fight to save books from the Basra Central Library before it was destroyed in the war.It is 2003 and Alia Muhammad Baker, the chief librarian of the Central Library in Basra, Iraq, has grown worried given the increased likelihood of war in her country. Determined to preserve the irreplacable records of the culture and history of the land on which she lives from the destruction of the war, Alia undertakes a courageous and extremely dangerous task of spiriting away 30,000 books from the library to a safe place.Told in dramatic graphic-novel panels by acclaimed cartoonist Mark Alan Stamaty, Alia's Mission celebrates the importance of books and the freedom to read, while examining the impact of war on a country and its people.
All About Money (Rookie Read-about Math Ser.)
by Erin Roberson<br>- Simplifies complex math concepts <br>- Explains concepts using real-life situations and familiar objects <br>- Clear linkage between text and photos <br>- Words You Know section to reinforce text <br>- Index <br>Grades K-4 National Social Studies Standards <br>- Production, Distribution, and Consumption: VII <br>- Explain the role of money in everyday life <br>- Describe influence on economic decisions <br>- Time, Continuity, and Change: II <br>- Identify examples of change
Amazing Whales! (I Can Read! #Level 2)
by Sarah L. Thomson<P>How big are whales? How do whales breathe? Do they live alone or in groups? Why are so many whales in danger? <P>This exceptional book for beginning readers explores one of the most amazing animals in the sea. <P>Featuring breathtaking photographs from the Wildlife Conservation Society, Amazing Whales! is the latest title in a new I Can Read Book series about the fascinating animals that share our world and how we can help to keep them healthy and safe. <P>[This text is listed as an example that meets Common Core Standards in English language arts for K-1 at http://www.corestandards.org.]
Animal Offspring: Elephants and Their Calves
by Margaret HallThe Animal Offspring series supports national science standards related to life science. This book describes and illustrates elephants and their calves.
Annie Oakley Saves the Day
by Anna DiVitoAs young Annie Oakley -- then Annie Mosey -- sees her father off to the mill, she notices the gray sky. It looks like snow, which means a dangerous trip for Father. To take her mind off her worries, Annie shows her brother how to build a trap, just the way their father showed her. Little does she realize just how important this lesson will soon be....
April Foolishness
by Teresa Bateman Nadine Bernard WestcottIt's a spring morning on the farm. Grandpa is fixing breakfast for his visiting grandkids. Suddenly his grandson reports that the cows have got loose! He thinks Big Brown Bessie just stepped on a goose! But Grandpa isn't at all upset at this news- he just pours himself a glass of milk! Why is Grandpa so cool? Because he knows the kids are trying to play an April Fool's trick! And then Grandma steps in with a trick of her own.
Are You a Dragonfly? (Fountas & Pinnell LLI Blue #Level L)
by Judy AllenThe most colorful wings on the pond belong to the nimble dragonfly, but this delicate flying insect didn't begin life in the air. In Backyard Books: Are You a Dragonfly? by Judy Allen with illustrations by Tudor Humphries, the secrets of metamorphosis are unfurled through the story of a familiar backyard creature.
Are You a Grasshopper? (Fountas & Pinnell LLI Blue #Level L)
by Judy AllenDid you know that a grasshopper makes its distinctive sound by rubbing its bristly hind legs together? Amazing discoveries abound in Backyard Books: Are You a Grasshopper? by Judy Allen with illustrations by Tudor Humphries, an intriguing tale of a day in the life of a grasshopper.
Are You A Ladybug? (Fountas & Pinnell LLI Blue #Level L)
by Judy AllenBeginning with its title question, "Are you a ladybug?", this accessible book is perfect for reading aloud and tells young readers how they would experience life if they were a ladybug.
Arthur's Jelly Beans
by Marc BrownMuffy is having a Spring party with games and prizes. Arthur is so slow he is late to the party, and slow at the games. Will he win a prize? Includes a jelly bean game you can play at the end of the book.
Arthur's Mystery Babysitter
by Marc BrownWhen Arthur's parents go out for the evening, they tell Arthur and D.W. that a mystery babysitter will take care of them.
Astronauts
by Amy LevinPhonics Readers is a recognized leader in helping you teach phonics and phonemic awareness, within the context of content-area reading. Content area focus: Space Explorers Phonics Skills: long o (o, oa, oe, ow), soft c
Avenues: Level B Volume 1
by Alfredo Schifini Deborah J. Short Josefina Villamil Tinajero Erminda Garcia Eugene E. Garcia Else Hamayan Lada KratkyThis book presents a fundamental approach to the teaching and learning of writing for children.
Avenues: Level B Volume 2
by Alfredo Schifini Deborah J. Short Josefina Villamil Tinajero Erminda Garcia Eugene E. Garcia Else Hamayan Lada KratkyThis book presents a fundamental approach to the teaching and learning of writing for children.
Avenues Level B Volume 2
by Alfredo Schifini Deborah J. Short Josefina Villamil Tinajero Erminda Garcia Eugene E. Garcia Else Hamayan Lada KratkyLanguage Arts textbook.
Awesome Bible Animals (My Travel Time Storybooks)
by Steven ElkinsWhether they're heading to bed or heading to the beach, kids and parents will love this 48-page picture book containing stories of favorite Bible animals. Fly with the dove from Noah's ark, swim with the whale that swallowed Jonah, roar along with the lions that met Daniel, and join many more animal adventures in this entertaining collection of Bible stories. Small enough to fit in your CD holder but large enough to entertain for hours, each of these stories are accompanied by songs performed by professional children singers and produced by Steven Elkins of Wonder Workshop.
Awesome Bible Heroes (My Travel Time Storybooks)
by Stephen ElkinsAwesome Bible Heroes will go anywhere you go. This collection of stories, starring brave Bible heroes, will keep little ones -- and not-so-little ones -- listening and singing along for hours. Kids will be amazed as Moses parts the Red Sea, Joshua fights the battle of Jericho, Jesus performs miracle after miracle, and many other fantastic feats are performed by Bible heroes. Small enough to fit in your CD holder but large enough to entertain for hours, these stories are accompanied by songs performed by professional children singers and produced by Steven Elkins of Wonder Workshop.
Awesome Bible Kids (My Travel Time Storybooks)
by Stephen ElkinsIn this collection of Bible stories, you'll meet all kinds of courageous kids from the Bible. Watch young David defeat Goliath! Follow Joseph, the kid brother, from young slave to wise leader! And meet one little boy whose little lunch fed a crowd! These and more stories of amazing kids await in Awesome Bible Kids. Small enough to fit in your CD holder but large enough to entertain for hours, these stories are accompanied by songs performed by professional children singers and produced by Steven Elkins of Wonder Workshop.
B is for Blue Crab: A Maryland Alphabet
by A Maryland Alphabet Shirley C. MenendezLocated just below the Mason-Dixon line, Maryland is flavored with both northern and southern culture and tradition. Defined by the largest estuary in the United States (The Chesapeake Bay), Maryland's historic sites/sights include capital city Annapolis and the U.S. Naval Academy, Muddy Creek Falls, and the running of the Preakness Stakes in Baltimore. Noteworthy residents include Harriet Tubman and Francis Scott Key.
Baby Animals
by Cindy ChapmanPhonics Readers is a recognized leader in helping you teach phonics and phonemic awareness, within the context of content-area reading. Content area focus: Animal Families Phonics Skills: short i, c, d, w, y
Beach Day!
by Patricia LakinSun! Sam, Pam, Will and Jill are hot and sweaty. It's the perfect day for the beach. And once they've put on their swimsuits and packed a picnic lunch, they're off! But with Sam, Pam, Will and Jill, nothing is as easy as it seems. Will they actually make it to the beach?