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Horseshoe Soup
by Lesli Favor Matt David Lori O'DeaCan you feed a whole town with a horseshoe? You sure can, if you're Calamity Jane! Readabout the day Calamity Jane helped a whole town enjoy a meal simply by persuading the townsfolk to share.
A House Without Mirrors
by Karin Altenberg Marten Sanden Moa SchulmanA moving ghost story that explores the overcoming of loss, and how to move onThomasine has spent months living in her great-great-aunt's dusty, dark house with her father, and her aunt, uncle and cousins. While her father's siblings bicker about how much the house must be worth, her distant, elderly aunt is upstairs, dying, and her father has disappeared inside himself, still mourning the death of Thomasine's little brother. But one day, her youngest cousin makes a discovery: a wardrobe, filled with all the mirrors missing from the big house. And through the mirrors, a different world - one in which you can find not what you most wish for, but perhaps what you most need... A beautiful tale of love, grief and growing up, A House Without Mirrors is an unforgettable adventure into families and the power of love.
How Martha Saved Her Parents from Green Beans
by David LaRochelleMartha HATES green beans. When some mean, green bandits stroll into town, anyone who ever said "Eat your green beans" is in big trouble. But when the beans kidnap Martha's parents, Martha is forced to take action. She can think of only one way to stop the villainous veggies from taking over her town, and it&’s not pretty...or tasty. Featuring absurdly funny text and illustrations with attitude, this is a hilarious read for everyone – even the pickiest of eaters.
How People Move Around (Rigby PM Plus Blue (Levels 9-11), Fountas & Pinnell Select Collections Grade 3 Level Q)
by Linda BruceHow People Move Around by Linda Bruce
How to Catch a Bogle (How to Catch a Bogle #1)
by Catherine JinksMany orphans in Victorian England must resort to begging—but Birdie is busy catching monsters… If ever a chill entered her soul, or the hope suddenly drained from her heart, she knew a bogle was to blame… Birdie McAdam, a ten-year-old orphan, is tougher than she looks. She's proud of her job as apprentice to Alfred the Bogler, a man who catches monsters for a living. Birdie lures the bogles out of their lairs with her sweet songs—and Alfred kills them before they kill her. On the mean streets of Victorian England, hunting bogles is actually less dangerous work than mudlarking for scraps along the vile river Thames. Or so it seems, until the orphans of London start to disappear… This historical fantasy for young readers features an &“action-packed story and likable characters&” along with a heroine to cheer for (School Library Journal). &“Pitch-perfect.&”—Booklist (starred review)
How to Train Your Dragon: Book 11 (How To Train Your Dragon Ser. #11)
by Cressida CowellRead the HILARIOUS books that inspired the HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON films! Hiccup Horrendous Haddock the Third is a smallish Viking with a longish name. Hiccup's father is chief of the Hairy Hooligan tribe which means Hiccup is the Hope and the Heir to the Hairy Hooligan throne - but most of the time Hiccup feels like a very ordinary boy, finding it hard to be a Hero. High up in the treacherous mists of the Murderous Mountains, Hiccup and the Company of the Dragonmark are in hiding. The witch's Spydragons are guarding the shores of Tomorrow - but Hiccup is determined to become King of the Wilderwest. Can Hiccup dodge the dragons and steal the King's Things back from Alvin before the Doomsday of Yule? And is there a traitor in Hiccup's camp who in the end will betray them all?How to Train Your Dragon is now a major DreamWorks franchise starring Gerard Butler, Cate Blanchett and Jonah Hill and the TV series, Riders of Berk, can be seen on CBeebies and Cartoon Network.
Howl of the Wind Dragon: A Branches Book (Dragon Masters)
by Tracey WestEvil wizard Astrid brings the Garden of Beasts to life and the Dragon Masters must go into battle in the latest installment of this New York Times bestselling series!Pick a book. Grow a Reader!This series is part of Scholastic's early chapter book line, Branches, aimed at newly independent readers. With easy-to-read text, high-interest content, fast-paced plots, and illustrations on every page, these books will boost reading confidence and stamina. Branches books help readers grow!Drake and Rori rush off to find a Wind Dragon -- the final dragon needed to undo the False Life spell. But they soon learn that the Wind Dragon is being held captive! Can they rescue her and her Dragon Master, Quilla? They'll need to hurry because evil wizard Astrid has already cast her terrible spell... Prepare for the Dragon Masters' biggest battle yet! With engaging black-and-white artwork on every page, kids won't be able to put down this action-packed book!
Huff and Puff Have Too Much Stuff! (My First I Can Read)
by Tish RabeHuff pulls the train. Puff pushes the train. Together they can haul a lot. Big stuff, small stuff, they’ve got it all! But what happens when the best friends realize that they’re stuck with too much stuff? Farmer Fluff has a brilliant idea! With colorful illustrations from Gill Guile and fun, simple rhymes and verse from Tish Rabe, Huff and Puff help beginning readers and train lovers build their reading skills. This is a My First I Can Read book, which means it’s perfect for shared reading with a child.
Huff and Puff Sing Along (My First I Can Read)
by Tish RabeWhen a third train chugs onto the scene, Huff and Puff learn how to share their friends. Join the fun with these two sweet trains in an easy-to-read story that's perfect for beginning readers. Each book in the Huff and Puff series has simple verse and rhyme, designed by experts to help children learn to read in the easiest and most enjoyable way.Author Tish Rabe has written over 120 children's books, including titles for Sesame Street, Blue's Clues, Clifford the Big Red Dog, and Curious George. In Huff and Puff, she and artist Gill Guile have created endearing train characters children will love.
Hyperion and the Great Balls of Fire: Zeus And The Thunderbolt Of Doom Graphic Novel; Poseidon And The Sea Of Fury Graphic Novel; Hades And The Helm Of Darkness Graphic Novel; Hyperion And The Great Balls Of Fire Graphic Novel (Heroes in Training #4)
by Joan Holub Suzanne WilliamsThe action heats up for Zeus and his fellow Olympians in this blazing Heroes in Training tale.Phew, it’s hot! Under the titan Hyperion’s rule, the sun is burning even brighter than normal and scorching everything in northern Greece—including the villagers! The Olympians are forced to play a sizzling “game” of Dodge the Sunbursts as Hyperion hurls giant fireballs that could fry them to pieces!Armed with some clues, Zeus, Poseidon, and Hades set out to figure out why in the world Hyperion has been making things so hot. They also need to rescue Hera, who is still missing. Battling the extreme heat—and some fantastical and scary creatures, courtesy of their old foe Cronus—the boys are off on another epic adventure…and Zeus is one step closer to discovering his destiny.
I Am Lily (Peter Rabbit Animation)
by Penguin Young ReadersBringing the wit, humor and magic of Beatrix Potter's original world to a whole new generation of children, the Peter Rabbit TV tie-in program follows brave, mischievous Peter and his two friends--loyal and comical Benjamin and the brand new character, inquisitive and independent Lilly--as they embark on adventures in the big wide world outdoors.Meet spunky, independent Lily Bobtail, who just moved from the city to the rural Lake District. But this city girl is hardly troubled by risky countryside adventures. She has a special pouch full of items that proves helpful in getting her, Peter, and Benjamin out of trouble just in the nick of time! A daring girl, Lily is the perfect new friend for Peter and Benjamin.
I Am A Woolly Hat (Early Reader)
by Vivian French Salma Koraytem Betania ZacariasEarly Readers are stepping stones from picture books to reading books. A blue Early Reader is perfect for sharing and reading together. A red Early Reader is the next step on your reading journey.Basma has been wondering a lot about love. What is it like? Does it have a shape or a colour or a taste? Is it like a coat or a jumper or a shawl? Or is it like a warm woolly hat? This charming new Early Reader story from the United Arab Emirates will be enjoyed by everyone, parents and children alike - and in particular fans of GUESS HOW MUCH I LOVE YOU.
I Can Be an Actress/I Can Be a Computer Engineer (Barbie)
by Susan MarencoBarbie can be an actress and a computer engineer! Barbie plays a pretty princess in a play--then saves her sister's school computer project. With two great all-new stories, girls 3-7 will love this I Can Be deluxe storybook!
I Dance to Tell the World's Stories
by Tilda Baranova Jeffrey B. FuerstTilda is a ballet dancer on a world tour. Travel with her to find out about the stories she performs in different countries.
I Have a Garden (I Like to Read)
by Bob Barner"I have a garden," a frisky dog announces. In simple sentences, the dog guides new readers through a bright and lush garden, which is home to a chipmunk, a bird, a bug, and all sorts of other creatures. "This garden is for me," the dog continues. "No. This garden is for all of us. We have a garden," answer his animal neighbors. Illustrated in vibrant collage, this deceptively simple I like to Read® book is a celebration of nature and community, plus readers can play spot the dog on nearly every spread. Guided Reading Level B.
I See a Butterfly (In My Backyard)
by Alex ApplebyThis colorful picture book shows the life cycle from egg to butterfly.
I Survived the Battle of Gettysburg, 1863 (I Survived #7)
by Lauren Tarshis<p>Does Henry have what it takes to survive the bloodiest battle ever fought on American soil? The Civil War comes to life for I SURVIVED readers! <p>The bloodiest battle in American history is about to begin. . . <p>It's 1863, and Thomas and his father are slaves in South Carolina. But in the chaos of the Civil War, they manage to break free and head north. <p>Through the Underground Railroad they make their way to Pennsylvania. But they can't escape the war -- and soon Thomas finds himself in the middle of a harrowing battle. <p>He's come so far . . . but does he have what it takes to survive Gettysburg? <p>Does he have what it takes to survive the Battle of Gettysburg?</p> <P><P><i>Advisory: Bookshare has learned that this book offers only partial accessibility. We have kept it in the collection because it is useful for some of our members. Benetech is actively working on projects to improve accessibility issues such as these.</i>
I Survived the Japanese Tsunami, 2011 (I Survived #8)
by Lauren Tarshis<p>The disaster felt around the world . . . <p>Visiting his dad's hometown in Japan four months after his father's death would be hard enough for Ben. But one morning the pain turns to fear: first, a massive earthquake rocks the quiet coastal village, nearly toppling his uncle's house. Then the ocean waters rise and Ben and his family are swept away-and pulled apart-by a terrible tsunami. <p>Now Ben is alone, stranded in a strange country a million miles from home. Can he fight hard enough to survive one of the most epic disasters of all time?</p>
Icky Ricky #1: Toilet Paper Mummy (Icky Ricky #1)
by Michael RexThe creator of Goodnight Goon and The Runaway Mummy pulls from his mad-scientist brain a kid so attracted to slime, muck, dirt, and yuck he could only be called Icky Ricky.Uh-oh! Icky Ricky is in trouble and has a lot of explaining to do. Why? Well, you see . . .He did his homework on cheese slices, but got hungry and ate them.He had his friends over for a sleepover . . . on the bedroom ceiling.Senor Pinata Dude, Icky Ricky's hot dog with a mustache, just landed in his dad's toolbox.The town bully, Mean Dean, is looking to pound whoever lost his remote-controlled car. Was is Icky Ricky?Icky Ricky is up to his eyebrows in mayhem--and in ick!
Icky Ricky #2: The End of the World (Icky Ricky #2)
by Michael RexThe creator of Goodnight Goon and The Runaway Mummy pulls from his mad-scientist brain a kid so attracted to slime, muck, dirt, and yuck he could only be called Icky Ricky.Uh-oh! Icky Ricky is in trouble and has a lot of explaining to do. Why? Well, you see . . .Someone spotted Bigfoot in Icky Ricky's neighborhood!Icky Ricky and his friends had a teary funeral . . . for a pepperoni pizza.A crazy one-eyed squirrel stole Icky Ricky's Palooka Pops.Icky Ricky's trashbag hazmat suit might not be enough to protect him from mutants while he's cleaning up trash around town. Is it the end of the world for Icky Ricky?Icky Ricky is up to his eyebrows in mayhem--and in ick!
I'm A Frog!
by Mo WillemsMeet Elephant Gerald and Piggie, winners of two Theodor Seuss Geisel Medals and recipients of three Geisel Honors! Gerald is careful. Piggie is not. Piggie cannot help smiling. Gerald can. Gerald worries so that Piggie does not have to. Gerald and Piggie are best friends. In I'm a Frog! Piggie has some ribbiting news! Can Gerald make the leap required to accept Piggie's new identity?
In Harm's Way (Benjamin Pratt and the Keepers of the School #4)
by Adam Stower Andrew ClementsThe threat to the Keepers doubles in the fourth Keepers of the School adventure from Andrew Clements, the master of the school story. <P><P>Benjamin Pratt and his friends Jill and Robert are determined to save their school from destruction! <P>But just when it seems they've finally gotten the upper hand over that awful Janitor Lyman, they're caught completely off guard by his next move: Lyman has called in reinforcements, and suddenly Benjamin, Jill, and Robert find themselves dodging not one evil janitor, but two. <P>That's right: Lyman's got himself a partner. And it quickly becomes clear that Wally, the new guy, is even more corrupt and menacing than Lyman. <P>Luckily, Ben's team has been growing, too. Plus, thanks to the latest safeguard, they also have a secret fund of millions of dollars. <P>But all the money in Massachusetts isn't enough to stop Lyman and Wally, not when they've come this far, and not when they are just about to put the most harmful part of their plan into play. <P>Could the next safeguard give the Keepers what they need--or has their battle to save the school already been sunk? <P><b>Lexile: 880L</b>
Indy Car Racing
by Donald Davidson Barbara J. Fox Lori PolydorosIndy car drivers use skill, speed, and the latest technology to blaze down the track. They race on tracks of all shapes and sizes and all around the world. Take a look at Indy race cars, how they work, and the races they compete in.
Insects and Plants
by Lawrence Hall of Science University of California at BerkeleyNIMAC-sourced textbook