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Tornado

by Stephen Kramer

Describes the formation, different types, and study of tornadoes.

Last One In Is a Rotten Egg

by Leonard Kessler

After Freddy is pushed into deep water by a couple of toughs, he decides to learn to swim.

Listen, Children, Listen: An Anthology of Poems for the Very Young

by Myra Cohn Livingston

William Shakespeare, Carl sandburg, Langston Hughes, Walter de la Mare, Vachel Lindsay, and William Butler Yeats are just a few of the authors featured in this book. The Lamb, Carol of the Brown Man, Calico Pie, and The Yak are just a few of the poems to be enjoyed.

Hero of the Rails (Thomas & Friends)

by W. Awdry

All the fun, friendship, and adventure of Thomas's new direct-to-DVD movie, Hero of the Rails, is captured in this handsome hardcover storybook.

Ragtime Tumpie

by Alan Schroeder

Tumpie, a young black girl who will later become famous as the dancer Josephine Baker, longs to find the opportunity to dance amid the poverty and vivacious street life of St. Louis in the early 1900s.

The Night Before Mother's Day

by Natasha Wing

It's the night before Mother's Day, and Dad and the kids are determined to show Mom just how much they love her. They whip up a cake from scratch, and offer a special coupon for a day at the spa, right in their own kitchen!

Sneaky, Spinning, Baby Spiders

by Sandra Markle

BABY SPIDERS start their lives as little creatures, smaller than the size of these letters. Once a mother spider lays her eggs, she's on the lookout for hungry predators hoping to feast on her growing offspring. Then, from the moment the spiderlings break out of their egg sacs--sometimes hundreds at a time--they must avoid danger until they are big enough to start spinning silk into beautifully woven webs or go hunting to snag their own prey. Stunning, up-close photographs show baby spiders as they begin life and grow into adults. With the most up-to-date research about spiders from around the world, science expert Sandra Markle will capture even the most arachnophobic of readers.

Trains, Cranes and Troublesome Trucks (Thomas & Friends)

by Tommy Stubbs W. Awdry

SMALL ENGINES, medium-sized engines, and large engines--everyone has problems with those Troublesome Trucks. But there are cranes of all sizes, too, and they are always ready and able to be Really Useful and help out!

Spinning Spiders

by Ruth Berman

Do you know . . . * what spiders use to weave their webs? * how many body parts spiders have? * how spiders protect their eggs? Read this book and find out!

Smoky Mountain Rose: An Appalachian Cinderella

by Alan Schroeder

Set in the Appalachian mountains, this unique and lively adaptation of the traditional Cinderella story, told in a lilting dialect, is complete with an enchanting protagonist, a glass slipper, and a fairy godmother who just happens to be a hog.

Russell Is Extra Special: A Book About Autism for Children

by Charles A. Amenta

For ages 4-8. Explaining autism to children can be a difficult task. This heart-warming portrayal of an autistic boy and his family will help children and their parents understand this serious developmental disorder. An introduction for parents and a list of resources supply further information. In addition, as they enjoy and identify with the family photographs so similar to their own, children will develop greater sympathy for those who may be different from themselves.

Fancy Nancy at the Museum (I Can Read! #Level 1)

by Jane O'Connor

Nancy's class is going on a trip to the museum, and Nancy wants to be extra fancy for the occasion. After a bumpy bus ride, she doesn't feel very well. Luckily for Nancy, her teacher, Ms. Glass, has a few fancy tricks of her own. Nothing can keep Nancy from making this trip magnifique! (That's a fancy French word for great!)

Fire Safety (Stay Safe)

by Sue Barraclough

Fire Safety What should you do if your clothes catch on fire? Read this book to find out--and learn all about fire safety! With colorful artwork and simple text, books in this series introduce children to safety principles in different contexts. In Fire Safety, children learn important fire safety rules and how to react in the event of a fire.

Here Comes Peter Cottontail!

by Steve Nelson Jack Rollins

Here Comes Peter Cottontail! For more than fifty years, this charming little Easter song has captivated children and adults alike. Now this classic comes alive with vibrant and enchanting watercolors by Pamela R. Levy as Peter Cottontail prepares for Easter, from dyeing the eggs to hiding them for the children. Young people everywhere will love this delightful Peter Cottontail.

Together for Kwanzaa

by Juwanda G. Ford

Kwanzaa is Kayla's favorite time of year. But this year, it looks as if a heavy snowstorm will keep her big brother, Khari, from getting home in time for the festivities! Will Khari miss the celebration completely? Or will Kayla and her brother somehow find a way to be together for Kwanzaa? A perfect introduction to Kwanzaa, this book will teach children all about the traditions and practices that make it a special winter holiday. From the Trade Paperback edition.

HSP Science [Grade 2]

by Harcourt School Publishers

NIMAC-sourced textbook

Small Acts of Kindness

by James Vollbracht

Small Acts of Kindness Celebrating the power of kindness, this charmingly illustrated book shows children how one small and loving act has the most amazing power and potential. Intended for pre-school children through eight years of age, this inspiring little book offers a traditional message filled with spiritual richness. Small Acts of Kindness leads us willingly from one boy's small hug to the power of God's love for each one of us. Parents and children alike will be inspired by this timeless story.

Lightning

by Stephen Kramer

Covers a variety of facts on lightning, including how it is formed, the different types of lightning, what thunder is and its relationship to lightning, safety measures, etc.

Arthur Tricks the Tooth Fairy

by Marc Brown

D. W. is jealous when her big brother Arthur loses a tooth and gets a visit from the Tooth Fairy. Arthur explains that the Tooth Fairy comes only when you lose a tooth and put it under your pillow at night, so D. W. dreams up some hysterical (but unsuccessful) plans to trick her into coming.

Fancy Nancy: The 100th Day of School (I Can Read! #Level 1)

by Jane O'Connor

With the 100th day of school just around the corner, Nancy finds herself utterly stumped. She can't think of anything exciting, special, or imaginative enough to bring in to class to commemorate the day. Just as Nancy begins to lose hope, she finds inspiration from an unexpected source--and learns that even sad events can bring with them a glimmer of beauty.

Princess Lucy and the Precious Puppy (Tiara Club at Pearl Palace)

by Vivian French

Princess Lucy has a secret. She doesn't like games and it's nearly Sports Day! But when Queen Molly asks her for a special favour, Lucy is in for a real surprise.

Beatrice Doesn't Want To

by Laura Joffe Numeroff

A humorous story of a stubborn little girl, a patient older brother, and the magical workings of the local library. Beatrice doesn't like books or reading--and she especially doesn't like accompanying big brother Henry to the library three days in a row. But that's where he has to take her while he works on his dinosaur report. Naturally, Beatrice doesn't want to get books from the shelf. Beatrice doesn't want to let Henry work. And Beatrice certainly doesn't want to sit in a room full of boys and girls during story hour. Is there anything that could possibly change her mind? Meet Beatrice, a little girl who knows exactly what she doesn't want. Or does she?

The American Nation

by James West Davidson Michael B. Stoff

A textbook for United States history from earliest Indian civilizations to the present, with maps, charts, activities, study questions, and review chapters.

Franklin and Harriet

by Paulette Bourgeois

Franklin likes being a big brother to his toddler sister Harriet most of the time, but when Harriet tries to commandeer Franklin's favorite toy -- his stuffed dog, Sam -- he begins to see her in a different light. Full-color illustrations. Copyright © Libri GmbH. All rights reserved.

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