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Shaking Up the House
by Yamile Saied MéndezA friendly prank war at the White House spirals out of control in this hilarious and heartfelt middle grade novel written by acclaimed author Yamile Saied Méndez and perfect for fans of President of the Whole Fifth Grade and Merci Suárez Changes Gears.Ingrid and Winnie López have lived at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue for eight years, but their friends Skylar and Zora Williams—the new first daughters—are about to move into the White House with their mom, the president-elect. What the Williamses don’t know is that incoming presidents’ families are often pranked by the folks they’re replacing, and Ingrid and Winnie take that tradition very seriously.But when the four girls get wrapped up in an ever-escalating exchange of practical jokes and things spiral out of control, can they avoid an international incident? Or will their battle go down in American history and ruin their friendship forever?
Shaking Things Up: 14 Young Women Who Changed the World
by Susan Hood“Each poem and illustration shines with a personality all its own.” —Shelf Awareness (starred review)“This book has definitely made an impact on my life.” —Kitt Shapiro, daughter of Eartha KittFresh, accessible, and inspiring, Shaking Things Up introduces fourteen revolutionary young women—each paired with a noteworthy female artist—to the next generation of activists, trailblazers, and rabble-rousers.From the award-winning author of Ada’s Violin and Lifeboat 12, Susan Hood, this is a poetic and visual celebration of persistent women throughout history.In this book of poems, you will find Mary Anning, who was just thirteen when she unearthed a prehistoric fossil. You’ll meet Ruby Bridges, the brave six-year-old who helped end segregation in the South. And Maya Lin, who at twenty-one won a competition to create a war memorial, and then had to appear before Congress to defend her right to create.And those are just a few of the young women included in this book. Readers will also hear about Molly Williams, Annette Kellerman, Nellie Bly, Pura Belpré, Frida Kahlo, Jacqueline and Eileen Nearne, Frances Moore Lappé, Mae Jemison, Angela Zhang, and Malala Yousafzai—all whose stories will enthrall and inspire. This poetry collection was written, illustrated, edited, and designed by women and includes an author’s note, a timeline, and additional resources.With artwork by award-winning and bestselling artists including Selina Alko, Sophie Blackall, Lisa Brown, Hadley Hooper, Emily Winfield Martin, Oge Mora, Julie Morstad, Sara Palacios, LeUyen Pham, Erin Robinson, Isabel Roxas, Shadra Strickland, and Melissa Sweet.A 2019 Bank Street Best Book of the Year Named to the 2019 Texas Topaz Nonfiction Reading ListSelected for CCBC Choices Book 2019Selected as a Notable Social Studies Trade Books for Young People 2019Named to the Cuyahoga County Public Library’s 2018 list of Great Books for Kids2020-2021 South Carolina Picture Book Award Nominee
Shakespeare Stories: 4 Books in One
by Andrew MatthewsAndrew Matthews' classic retellings of Shakespeare's best-loved plays, illustrated by the award-winning Tony Ross. This special anniversary edition contains Macbeth, Romeo and Juliet, Twelfth Night and Anthony and Cleopatra, reissued to celebrate 450 years since the Bard's birth. The easy-to-read writing style and fabulous illustrations bring the well-known characters and their stories gloriously to life. A fantastic introduction to Shakespeare for the younger reader.
Shakespeare Stories: Shakespeare Stories for Children
by Andrew Matthews Tony RossOver two million Shakespeare Shorts sold! Discover the world of Shakespeare with this collection of brilliant stories - perfect for readers of all ages.In ancient Athens, Hermia finds herself in love with Demetrius, who is engaged to Helena, who has run off with Lysander! The path of true love definitely does not run smooth for these young lovers... Could the powerful king and queen of the fairies, Oberon and Titania, solve this tricky problem of unrequited love?A brilliant retelling of Shakespeare's famous romantic comedy.
Shakespeare Stories: Romeo And Juliet
by Andrew Matthews Tony RossOver two million Shakespeare Shorts sold! Discover the world of Shakespeare with this collection of brilliant stories - perfect for readers of all ages.When Romeo and Juliet meet at a masked ball it's love at first sight. But their families are sworn enemies, and the very next day a deadly brawl breaks out between the Montagues and Capulets. Young Romeo is caught up in the fighting and as punishment is banished from the city - and sent away from Juliet for ever... A beautiful retelling of Shakespeare's most famous love story.
Shakespeare Stories: Shakespeare Stories for Children
by Andrew Matthews Tony RossOver two million Shakespeare Shorts sold! Discover the world of Shakespeare with this collection of brilliant stories - perfect for readers of all ages.After an awful shipwreck, identical twins Sebastian and Viola find themselves separated for the first time in their lives. Disguised as a boy, Viola works as a page to Duke Orsino, who tells her of his love for the countess Olivia. But unfortunately, Olivia has her eye on someone else - Viola! Could the timely arrival of Sebastian solve this romantic mishap?A wonderful retelling of this classic Shakespearean comedy.
Shakespeare Stories: Hamlet
by Andrew Matthews Tony RossOver two million Shakespeare Shorts sold! Discover the world of Shakespeare with this collection of brilliant stories - perfect for readers of all ages.Prince Hamlet of Denmark is mourning for his father's untimely death - but everyone else seems to have moved on, including Hamlet's mother who is now married to his uncle, Claudius. But Hamlet is sure that Claudius is hiding something, and vows to avenge his father's death...A dramatic retelling of one of Shakespeare's most famous tragic plays.
Shakespeare Stories: Henry V
by Andrew Matthews Tony RossOver two million Shakespeare Shorts sold! Discover the world of Shakespeare with this collection of brilliant stories - perfect for readers of all ages.King Henry V is new to the throne and declares war on France, England's old enemy, to prove his military strength. As the country prepares for battle, will the young king accomplish the unthinkable - victory on French soil, against an army that outnumbers his troops ten to one?A dramatic retelling of one of Shakespeare's most famous history plays.
Shakespeare Stories: Macbeth
by Andrew Matthews Tony RossOver two million Shakespeare Shorts sold! Discover the world of Shakespeare with this collection of brilliant stories - perfect for readers of all ages.When Macbeth, an ambitious general of the Scottish army, is told by witches that one day he will be king, he becomes consumed by thoughts of royalty and greatness. Encouraged by his wife, Lady Macbeth, Macbeth decides to hasten the prophesy and plots to murder the king, so he can take the crown...A dramatic retelling of this classic Shakespearean tragedy.
Shakespeare Stories: The Tempest
by Andrew Matthews Tony RossOver two million Shakespeare Shorts sold! Discover the world of Shakespeare with this collection of brilliant stories - perfect for readers of all ages.Prospero, a sorcerer and the rightful Duke of Milan, lives on an enchanted island with his daughter, having been driven out of Italy many years before. When his old enemies sail close by the island, Prospero seeks his revenge and conjures a storm to shipwreck them - but his games do not end there...A fantastical retelling of one of Shakespeare's most magical and mysterious plays.
Shakespeare Stories: Shakespeare Stories for Children
by Andrew Matthews Tony RossOver two million Shakespeare Shorts sold! Discover the world of Shakespeare with this collection of brilliant stories - perfect for readers of all ages.Duke Senior, exiled from court, takes refuge in the Forest of Arden with a group of loyal lords. Here, life is simple and peaceful - unlike life back at court, where Ferdinand's daughter, Rosalind, is tormented by her uncle, Duke Frederick. She decides to seek out her father in the forest, disguising herself as a boy for safety, but this creates all sorts of problems when she runs into her love, Orlando!A wonderful retelling of Shakespeare's classic comedy of mistaken identity.
Shakespeare Stories: Shakespeare Stories for Children
by Andrew Matthews Tony RossOver two million Shakespeare Shorts sold! Discover the world of Shakespeare with this collection of brilliant stories - perfect for readers of all ages.Beatrice and Benedick are perfect for each other - but they're too busy arguing to see it. Meanwhile, Claudio and Hero are happily head-over-heels in love... Will these two very different couples find their happy ending? Not if the villain Don John has anything to do with it!A wonderful retelling of this classic Shakespeare story.
Shakespeare Stories: Shakespeare Stories for Children
by Andrew Matthews Tony RossOver two million Shakespeare Shorts sold! Discover the world of Shakespeare with this collection of brilliant stories - perfect for readers of all ages.Two royal families - the Yorks and the Lancasters - have been fighting for the right to rule England for many years. Finally King Edward IV takes the throne for the House of York, but Edward's younger brother, Richard, is jealous. Malicious, power-hungry, and bitter about his physical deformity, Richard plans to take the crown for himself - and kill anyone who stands in his way...A brillaint retelling of Shakespeare's classic historial play.
Shakespeare Stories: Julius Caesar
by Andrew Matthews Tony RossOver two million Shakespeare Shorts sold! Discover the world of Shakespeare with this collection of brilliant stories - perfect for readers of all ages.Rome's greatest general, Julius Caesar, returns to the city celebrating a glorious victory. But among the cheering crowds, a group of conspirators are determined to prevent Caesar becoming king... A brilliant retelling of Shakespeare's famous Roman play.
Shakespeare Stories: King Lear
by Andrew Matthews Tony RossOver two million Shakespeare Shorts sold! Discover the world of Shakespeare with this collection of brilliant stories - perfect for readers of all ages.Foolish and bad-tempered, King Lear divides the kingdom between his two wicked daughters, disowns his youngest daughter and banishes his friends. As the kingdom falls apart and Lear's humiliation turns him mad, will he finally realise what he has done?A dramatic retelling of this famous Shakespearean tragedy.
Shakespeare Stories: The Merchant of Venice
by Andrew Matthews Tony RossOver two million Shakespeare Shorts sold! Discover the world of Shakespeare with this collection of brilliant stories - perfect for readers of all ages.In Venice, the merchant Antonio borrows money so his friend can woo a beautiful lady. He agrees that if he doesn't repay Shylock the moneylender, Shylock can take a pound of his flesh. When Antonio's ships sink and he loses his fortune, Shylock insists on the gruesome payment... A dramatic retelling of this classic Shakespeare story.
Shakespeare Stories: The Taming of the Shrew
by Andrew Matthews Tony RossOver two million Shakespeare Shorts sold! Discover the world of Shakespeare with this collection of brilliant stories - perfect for readers of all ages.Lovely Bianca has a queue of admirers anxious to marry her. But her older sister, Katharina, must get married first. Katharina has such a fiery temper she is know as "the shrew", and no man is brave enough to propose. Can Petruchio tame her with his outrageous behaviour?A wonderful retelling of this classic Shakespearean comedy.
Shakespeare Shorts: Antony And Cleopatra
by Andrew Matthews Tony RossOver two million Shakespeare Shorts sold! Discover the world of Shakespeare with this collection of brilliant stories - perfect for readers of all ages.In the mysterious and exotic land of Ancient Egypt, a courageous Roman general and a beautiful queen fall madly in love. But after years of happiness together, a political fight between the rulers of Rome forces Antony to leave Egypt - with disasterous consequences for him, and his Egyptian queen...A wonderful retelling of one of Shakespeare's most dramatic love stories.
Shakespeare Retold
by E. NesbitA beautifully illustrated collection of prose retellings of seven Shakespeare plays will bring the Bard to life for young readers. Not only is this a beautiful keepsake edition, full of gorgeous illustrations by Antonio Javier Caparo, but the prose retellings by beloved classic children’s book author E. Nesbit are an excellent tool to introduce children to the complex language of Shakespeare.A foreword by John Lithgow touches on his own childhood as a Shakespearean actor and the importance of Shakespeare. The book contains extensive support materials, including a biography, a timeline of Shakespeare’s life, and further recommended readings.In this volume, you will find:Romeo and JulietA Midsummer Night’s DreamTwelfth NightHamletMacbethThe TempestMuch Ado About Nothing
Shake, Wiggle & Roll
by Carli DavidsonFrom an award-winning animal photographer, these hilarious action photos of lovable dogs &“will delight kids and caregivers alike&” (Kirkus Reviews, starred review). With Shake, Wiggle & Roll, babies and toddlers will be moving and grooving with playful pups as they show off favorite doggie moves, from chomping and chewing to jumping and leaping. Filled with lively images from the lens of expert animal photographer Carli Davidson and accompanied by simple words from &“walk&” to &“wag,&” this book is perfect for the very youngest readers—and fun for the whole family. Praise for the writing of Carli Davidson &“Playful typographic details add to the fun . . . Davidson&’s photographic portraits . . . are revelatory in the detail they capture, and exude compassion and respect for each subject.&” —Publishers Weekly (starred review) &“A heartwarming collection.&” —The Telegraph &“Holy cow, this is adorable!&” —Good Housekeeping
Shake, Rattle & Turn That Noise Down!: How Elvis Shook Up Music, Me & Mom
by Mark Alan StamatyFOR HIS EIGHTH birthday, Mark Alan Stamaty’s parents gave him his very own radio. Little did his mother realize that that innocent-looking plastic box would one day be the gateway for a new kind of sound that would “rock” her nearly out of her mind. . . .Mark first heard the howling thunder of Elvis Presley singing “Hound Dog” on the radio one lazy day and his life was forever changed. Soon he was styling his hair like the King and practicing his dance moves with a tennis racket as his pretend guitar in front o f the mirror. But his mother lived in constant fear that her son’s new love of rock ’n’ roll would turn him into a juvenile delinquent. Could Mark’s performance at his Cub Scout talent show change her mind?
Shake It Off!
by Vanessa Brantley-NewtonThe whimsical tale of a clever little goat who rises above everything that threatens to keep her downMeet a sweet, curious little goat, who loves to sing and climb on everything. Some neighbors find her annoying, but nothing can keep her down—even when she gets stuck in a well and it looks like she&’s doomed. When everyone has given up on her, the clever goat surprises them all by taking advantage of her precarious predicament to win the day!Inspired by Vanessa Brantley-Newton&’s own experiences with adversity, this playful story about persistence, determination, and thinking outside the box is sure to make readers cheer.
Shai & Emmie Star in To the Rescue! (A Shai & Emmie Story #3)
by Nancy Ohlin Quvenzhané Wallis Sharee MillerBest friends Shai and Emmie, two third graders destined for superstardom, plan a benefit concert to help stray animals in this third novel in the Shai & Emmie series from Academy Award–nominated actress Quvenzhané Wallis.Shai, Emmie, and the rest of the student orchestra are busy preparing for a benefit concert to help stray pets—a cause near and dear to Shai’s heart. So when she finds a tiny bunny alone in her backyard, Shai is determined to do what her mom would do: rescue the bunny and find it a good home! But the bunny rescue project is far more work than she imagined, and soon Shai doesn’t have any time left to practice for the benefit concert…
Shai & Emmie Star in Dancy Pants! (A Shai & Emmie Story #2)
by Nancy Ohlin Quvenzhané Wallis Sharee MillerFrom Academy Award–nominated actress Quvenzhané Wallis comes the second story in a brand-new series about best friends Shai and Emmie, two third graders destined for superstardom.Shai Williams—third-grader and superstar in the making—loves to act, sing, and dance. So when her teacher, Ms. Englert, signs their class up for a major dance competition, Shai’s fancy moves are put to the test. Paired up with her best friend Emmie and classmate Rio, Shai plans to settle her competition jitters by just having fun. That is until her rival, Gabby Supreme, challenges her to a bet: whoever loses the dance competition has to bring the winner one cupcake every day for a month. Now Shai has to win.
Shai & Emmie Star in Break an Egg! (A Shai & Emmie Story #1)
by Sharee Miller Nancy Ohlin Quvenzhané WallisFrom Academy Award–nominated actress Quvenzhané Wallis comes the first story in a brand-new series about best friends Shai and Emmie, two third graders destined for superstardom.Shai Williams was born to be a star (or a veterinarian—and maybe a dentist). She attends a special elementary school for the performing arts, and her grandma Rosa and aunt Mac-N-Cheese are both actresses. So Shai is shocked when she doesn’t get the lead role in the third-grade musical. Instead, the part goes to the new girl, Gabby Supreme, who thinks she is better than everyone else. To add insult to injury, Ms. Gremillion has now asked Shai to help Gabby with the role. Shai reluctantly agrees and enlists Emmie to help, but Gabby isn’t going to make it easy. As opening night draws near, Shai discovers that making a new friend is sometimes like putting on a show—it requires dedication, patience, and lots and lots of practice.