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Adam Sharp #5: Moose Master (Adam Sharp #5)
by George Edward Stanley Guy FrancisTimber! It's off with the tuxedo and on with a red jacket when Adam Sharp goes undercover as a Mountie in Canada's north woods. Ecanem, a mysterious logging company, is hogging Canada's lumber business, so the Mounties call on superspy Adam Sharp to get to the bottom of things. Will this wanabee Mountie get his man--or, in this case, will he only get a moose?
Adam Sharp #4: Operation Spy School (Adam Sharp #4)
by George Edward Stanley Guy FrancisIt's reading, writing, and reconnaissance for Adam Sharp and the other IM-8 agents when they go back to spy school. But even the hallowed halls of learning aren't safe from evil. Someone is leaking IM-8 secrets! Could there be a spy at spy school? Only Adam Sharp can find out!
Adam Sharp #3: Swimming with Sharks (Adam Sharp #3)
by George Edward Stanley Guy FrancisSomething is sinking the world's ships! Eight-year-old super spy Adam Sharp dives right in to figure out what's going on. But he never expected to see huge robot sharks biting holes in the bottom of the ships. And he certainly never expected to see the words "MADE IN BERMUDA" on the sharks' metal bellies!From the Trade Paperback edition.
Adam Sharp #2: London Calling (Adam Sharp #2)
by George Edward Stanley Guy FrancisBig Ben has been stolen! Only IM--8's top agent Adam Sharp can crack this case. But when Adam gets to London he finds cowgirls square-dancing in Buckingham Palace and cowboys having a hoedown at the Houses of Parliament. Has England gone hog-wild?
Adam Sharp #1: The Spy Who Barked (Adam Sharp #1)
by George Edward StanleyEight-year-old spy Adam Sharp pursues the very short Ambassador of Barkastan, who has stolen a top secret computer program, DOGBARK, that will let him understand the language of dogs.
Ada Twist's Big Project Book for Stellar Scientists: 40+ Things to Discover, Draw, and Make (The Questioneers)
by Andrea BeatyAlong the way, Ada Twist will help her fellow young scientists solve mysteries big and small and show how the powerful impact of scientific research is felt all around us. Do you ask questions? Is why your favorite word? Do you like to search for answers and conduct experiments? Then you’re a scientist, just like Ada Twist, and this book is for you! Here young scientists have the opportunity to explore all of Ada’s favorite sciences—from botany to astronomy to chemistry, and everything in between. They’ll create experiments, follow the scientific method, and learn to look more closely at the world around them. Track the phases of the moon Build an aquascope Grow plants in your own garden Watch decomposition at work Record weather changes Observe a chemical reaction Design a vehicle powered by renewable energy And much more! For any parent who wants STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) to be fun for their girl or boy, this book is packed with experiments and activities designed to inspire children to be excited about science, school, and learning.
Ada Twist, Scientist
by Andrea Beaty David RobertsLike her classmates, builder Iggy and inventor Rosie, scientist Ada, a character of color, has a boundless imagination and has always been hopelessly curious. Why are there pointy things stuck to a rose? Why are there hairs growing inside your nose? When her house fills with a horrific, toe-curling smell, Ada knows it’s up to her to find the source. What would you do with a problem like this? Not afraid of failure, Ada embarks on a fact-finding mission and conducts scientific experiments, all in the name of discovery. But, this time, her experiments lead to even more stink and get her into trouble! Inspired by real-life makers such as Ada Lovelace and Marie Curie, Ada Twist, Scientist champions girl power and women scientists, and brings welcome diversity to picture books about girls in science. Touching on themes of never giving up and problem solving, Ada comes to learn that her questions might not always lead to answers, but rather to more questions. She may never find the source of the stink, but with a supportive family and the space to figure it out, she’ll be able to feed her curiosity in the ways a young scientist should.
Ada Lace, Take Me to Your Leader: Ada Lace, On The Case; Ada Lace Sees Red; Ada Lace, Take Me To Your Leader; Ada Lace And The Impossible Mission (An Ada Lace Adventure #3)
by Emily Calandrelli Renée Kurilla Tamson WestonFrom Emily Calandrelli—host of Xploration Outer Space, correspondent on Bill Nye Saves the World, and graduate of MIT—comes the third novel in a fun illustrated chapter book series about an eight-year-old girl with a knack for science, math, and solving mysteries with technology.Third grader and inventor extraordinaire Ada Lace likes nothing more than to tinker with mechanics like her robot, George. Her latest project is to fix up a ham radio, something that she could use to contact people on this planet…and beyond. The only problem is that she just can’t get it to work properly. During a sleepover, Ada’s best friend Nina hears something strange coming from the radio in the middle of the night. A distant voice says, “Release the swarm!” convincing Nina that aliens are about to invade planet Earth. Could Ada and Nina have stumbled upon something…extraterrestrial?
Ada Lace Sees Red
by Emily Calandrelli Renée Kurilla Tamson WestonFrom Emily Calandrelli—host of Xploration Outer Space, correspondent on Bill Nye Saves the World, and graduate of MIT—comes the second novel in a brand-new chapter book series about an eight-year-old girl with a knack for science, math, and solving mysteries with technology.Ada Lace is building a new robot! She’s determined to beat Milton in the upcoming robotics competition. But she’s distracted—Ada finds her dad’s art class impossible, while Nina is the star of the class, basking in the glory of being Mr. Lace’s star pupil. When Mr. Lace suggests that Nina put on an art show, Ada becomes jealous and loses her temper. Now Ada isn’t speaking to her dad, she’s falling behind in art class, and she still doesn’t know how to fix her robot. As the competition looms closer, Ada starts to wonder if there might be a way to use both science and art to solve her problems. Will Ada make up with her father in time to test her hypothesis? Or will her hurt feelings leave her seeing red and without a medal at the end of the day?
Ada Lace, on the Case (An Ada Lace Adventure #1)
by Emily CalandrelliFrom Emily Calandrelli—host of Xploration Outer Space, correspondent on Bill Nye Saves the World, and graduate of MIT—comes the first novel in a brand-new chapter book series about an eight-year-old girl with a knack for science, math, and solving mysteries with technology.Ada Lace—third-grade scientist and inventor extraordinaire—has discovered something awful: her neighbor&’s beloved Yorkie has been dognapped! With the assistance of a quirky neighbor named Nina (who is convinced an alien took the doggie) and her ever-growing collection of gadgets, Ada sets out to find the wrongdoer. As their investigation becomes more and more mysterious, Ada and Nina grow closer, proving that opposites do, in fact, attract.
Ada Lace Gets Famous (An Ada Lace Adventure #6)
by Emily CalandrelliFrom Emily Calandrelli—Emmy-nominated host of Xploration Outer Space, host of Netflix&’s Emily&’s Wonder Lab, and graduate of MIT—comes the sixth novel in a fun illustrated chapter book series about an eight-year-old girl with a knack for science, math, and solving mysteries with technology.When third grader and inventor extraordinaire Ada Lace learns her teachers are in dire need of new school supplies, she&’s eager to lend a helping hand—but how? With a bake sale? A class carnival? Most ideas seem out of reach for a kid like her, until Tycho suggests Ada try her hand at posting informational videos. If she&’s able to build up a big online viewership, she could easily raise funds for their school. And with Nina as her visionary director, Milton as her comedic cohost, and Ada as the scientist star, making fun videos will be a piece of cake! Or so they think. What starts as an earnest try at making fun, science-based shorts ends up being a whole mess for Ada and the gang as they gain popularity and take on peer pressure, trolls, and tests of their friendships. With her rising internet stardom, will Ada be able to stay true to herself?
Ada Lace and the Suspicious Artist (An Ada Lace Adventure #5)
by Emily Calandrelli Renée Kurilla Tamson WestonFrom Emily Calandrelli—Emmy-nominated host of Xploration Outer Space, correspondent on Bill Nye Saves the World, and graduate of MIT—comes the fifth novel in a fun illustrated chapter book series about an eight-year-old girl with a knack for science, math, and solving mysteries with technology.Third grader and inventor extraordinaire Ada Lace is on spring break. But it’s just a little less relaxing than she’d imagined. Nina is beside herself with excitement about meeting her favorite artist and enlists Ada and Mr. Peebles’s coding-whiz nephew to help revamp her online portfolio. When Nina finally meets Miroir, he snubs her, and her confidence is shaken—but not enough to miss the art show opening. While there, Ada spots a suspiciously familiar painting that may mean Miroir isn’t the original he claims to be. Will the friends be able to reveal the artist’s true nature, before he fools someone else?
Ada Lace and the Impossible Mission: Ada Lace, On The Case; Ada Lace Sees Red; Ada Lace, Take Me To Your Leader; Ada Lace And The Impossible Mission (An Ada Lace Adventure #4)
by Emily Calandrelli Renée Kurilla Tamson WestonFrom Emily Calandrelli—Emmy-nominated host of Xploration Outer Space, correspondent on Bill Nye Saves the World, and graduate of MIT—comes the fourth novel in a fun illustrated chapter book series about an eight-year-old girl with a knack for science, math, and solving mysteries with technology.Third grader and inventor extraordinaire Ada Lace has a new social studies teacher—who loves group projects. While most of the class has constructed regular dioramas with clay and construction paper, Ada, her best friend Nina, and sometimes nemesis Milton have built a complex scale model of an historic silver mine. But when Milton reveals that he added his “old Milton touch” on their project right before turning it in, Ada worries that he has sabotaged their work. In a desperate attempt to save their project, Ada and Nina use their combined creative and technical prowess to perform a heist and break into their teacher’s supply closet after school. Do the two friends have what it takes to deceive the school’s security system? Or will they get caught trying to pull off this seemingly impossible mission.
La actuación sorpresa de Zac (¡Arriba la Lectura!, Level L #59)
by Cameron Macintosh Tom JellettNIMAC-sourced textbook. Todos en la familia de Zac son artistas de circo, ¡menos Zac! La familia está ocupada ensayando su presentación del sábado por la noche. Pero el día antes de la gran función, algo sale mal. ¿Podrán Zack y su loro, Plumón, salvar la situación?
Activity Book 1, Comprehension and Skill Work, Units 1-7
by Sopris West Educational ServicesA Level One reading comprehension workbook.
Action Presidents: George Washington! (Action Presidents #1)
by Fred Van Lente“A delightful, educational spin on history—and plenty of jokes,” said School Library Journal.“Sheer joy,” praised Booklist in a starred review.Finalist for the 2019 Excellence in Graphic Literature Award in Middle Grade NonfictionU.S. history comes to life like never before in this full-color graphic novel! We all know that George Washington was our first President and a hero of the American Revolution. But did you also know that he didn’t want to be president, never thought he would fight in a war, and had teeth so bad that he hated to smile?Wimpy Kid meets the Who Was... series in these hilarious new graphic novels—where the history is real and the jokes are fake—from New York Times bestselling comic book author Fred Van Lente and award-winning cartoonist Ryan Dunlavey.Historically accurate and highly entertaining, Action Presidents’ bold and hilarious comic-style illustration is perfect for curious minds, filled with timelines, maps, charts, and more, readers will keep learning until the last page.
Action Presidents: Abraham Lincoln! (Action Presidents #2)
by Fred Van Lente“A delightful, educational spin on history—and plenty of jokes,” said School Library Journal. “Sheer joy,” praised Booklist in a starred review.Finalist for the 2019 Excellence in Graphic Literature Award in Middle Grade NonfictionU.S. history comes to life like never before in this full-color graphic novel! We all know that Abraham Lincoln gave the historic Gettysburg Address and ended the Civil War. But did you also know that he never went to college, was a licensed bartender, and kept important documents in his famous top hat?Wimpy Kid meets the Who Was... series in these hilarious new graphic novels—where the history is real and the jokes are fake—from New York Times bestselling comic book author Fred Van Lente and award-winning cartoonist Ryan Dunlavey. Historically accurate and highly entertaining, Action Presidents’ bold and hilarious comic-style illustration is perfect for curious minds, filled with timelines, maps, charts, and more, readers will keep learning until the last page.
The Action Bible: Heroes and Villains (Action Bible Series)
by Sergio CarielloThis extensive, full-color guide to Bible characters includes fascinating facts and figures about the Bible&’s most curious but sometimes relatable people. Including all-new illustrations from graphic artist Sergio Cariello, The Action Bible Heroes and Villains draws in young readers with: Colorful info about the crazy origins, amazing occupations, and strengths and failings of more than 75 Bible characters.Historical background and &“Where Is It Now?&” guides to ancient and modern-day locations.Diagrams, stories, and fun facts about food, clothing, traditions, individual quirks, and miraculous interventions. From Adam and Eve&’s most embarrassing moment to the details of a Roman soldier&’s armor to Zechariah&’s hometown, the unique insights and dynamic illustrations in this jam-packed guide jump off the pages and into kids&’ minds and hearts as they meet people just like them whom God used in His redemptive story.
The Action Bible Christmas: 25 Stories about Jesus' Arrival (Action Bible Series)
by Sergio CarielloThis unique, family-friendly Christmas addition to the bestselling Action Bible line tells the story of Jesus&’ birth from 25 &“eyewitnesses&”—such as the young student in the East who first saw the star, Zechariah, the innkeeper, the dove in the stable rafters—and includes fun discussion prompts for great conversations throughout Advent and the holiday season. Stunning illustrations and intriguing original accounts of Jesus&’ birth make this a thought-provoking and fun new way to celebrate the season as a family.The Action Bible Christmas includes: Stories about Jesus&’ birth told from the viewpoints of 25 &“eyewitnesses,&” including a shepherd boy, his lamb, Simeon, Mary, an angel, and a donkeyQuestions to initiate family discussion about a variety of story-related topics Unlike any other book on the market, The Action Bible Christmas combines the ongoing appeal of Sergio Cariello&’s award-winning illustrations with a family-friendly format to invite children, parents, and grandparents to create a delightful new holiday tradition.
Across The Wide Dark Sea: The Mayflower Journey
by Jean Van LeeuwenA boy and his family endure a difficult nine-week journey across the ocean and survive the first winter at Plymouth Plantation in Massachusetts.
Across the Bay
by Carlos AponteRECIPIENT OF THE PURA BELPRÉ ILLUSTRATOR HONOR Author-illustrator Carlos Aponte takes readers on a journey to the heart of Puerto Rico in this enchanting picture book set in Old San Juan."A lively and honest story about filling voids and exploring what defines a family--as well as a love letter to a childhood home."--Horn BookCarlitos lives in a happy home with his mother, his abuela, and Coco the cat. Life in his hometown is cozy as can be, but the call of the capital city pulls Carlitos across the bay in search of his father. Jolly piragüeros, mischievous cats, and costumed musicians color this tale of love, family, and the true meaning of home.
Ack’s New Pet (Eek And Ack Early Chapter Bks.)
by Blake A. HoenaAck wants a pet, but he knows that Mom will never get him one. That's no problem. Eek will just make him one instead!
Accidents May Happen
by Charlotte JonesFrom Wheaties to telephones, microwave ovens to yo-yos, here are the inspiring and often funny stories of 50 mistakes and misunderstandings that helped bring about life as we know it. With hilarious cartoons and wacky facts, this fascinating compendium illustrates the adage "If you don't learn from your mistakes, there's no sense making them."From the Trade Paperback edition.
Accidental Lily (Lily Hill #3)
by Sally Warner[From the back cover:] "Meet Lily Hill. a six-year-old who's got a little problem and a lot of big ideas about how to fix it." The pictures are described. Read more about Lily in the 4 book Lilly Hill series including #1. Private Lily, #2. Sweet and Sour Lily and #4. Leftover Lily. Ages 5-8
Academia Unicornio 5. Laila y Pirueta: Serie Academia Unicornio - Nº5 (Academia Unicornio Ser. #5)
by Julie SykesEntra en la Academia Unicornio... ¡donde todo es mágico! ¡Qué suerte tiene Laila! No solo puede estudiar en la Academia Unicornio, sino que además le encanta la compañía de Pirueta, un unicornio lleno de energía, aunque a veces a Laila le asusta un poco saltar y trotar a toda velocidad como hacen sus amigas. Sin embargo, cuando los árboles que rodean el lago Destellos empiezan a debilitarse, Laila tendrá que ser valiente. ¡A Pirueta y a ella les espera una gran aventura! ¡Una amistad al galope!