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Joe and the Lightning Pony: A boy and his horses, Book 2
by Victoria EveleighJoe is delighted that his pony, Lightning, is brilliant at mounted games. The two of them make a great pair and Joe can't wait for them to try out for the Prince Phillip Cup team. There's just one problem - Lightning seems quite small now that Joe is growing so fast. What will he do when he's too big to ride her? And what will happen to Lightning if she is sold?The second in a pony trilogy for boys and girls from the author of the Katy's Ponies trilogy.
Joe and the Race to Rescue: Book 3
by Victoria EveleighNew adventures are in store for Joe and everyone else at the Hidden Horseshoe sanctuary in the third book in Victoria Eveleigh's new horse and pony series.Joe is fascinated by every horse he meets. Lightning is a pony club champion, but new challenges await Joe with his second pony, Fortune. Then he meets Velvet and Sherman, two majestic Shires, who open his eyes to the world of heavy horses. And Joe is about to discover just how awesome Shires can be when they help him in a dangerous and dramatic rescue at the Hidden Horseshoe sanctuary.The third in a pony trilogy for boys and girls from the author of the Katy's Ponies trilogy.
Joe's New World: A Me and Mr. P Adventure (Me and Mister P. #3)
by Maria FarrerThere are times when only a polar bear will do . . . When Joe&’s parents told him the family would be moving, Joe took it in stride. Moving to a new house would be an adventure, nothing to worry about, right? But then they dropped the bomb: they weren&’t simply moving to a different house down the road, or even one in the same town. No, they were moving to a new country! They urge Joe to make new friends and try to fit in, not seeming to understand that Joe doesn&’t want new friends—he just wants his old friends. His friends back home already love and accept him for who he is (wheelchair, bad jokes, and all!). Who would want to start over? At the airport, Joe&’s suitcase goes missing, and he is sent home with a giant, friendly, funny polar bear instead. Mister P. will be Joe&’s new friend, even though Joe isn&’t quite sure how the two of them will pull this off. What could a polar bear and a kid have in common?
Joey Pigza Loses Control (Joey Pigza #2)
by Jack Gantos"He was wired. No dougbt about it... Now I know what Mom meant when she said he was like me, only bigger. " <P><P> Joey Pigza really wants his six-week visit with his dad to count, to show him he's not as wired as he used to be, to show his dad how much he loves him. But Carter Pigza's not an easy guy to love. He's eager to make it up to Joey for past wrongs and to show him how to be a winner, to take control of his life. With his coaching, Joey's even learned how to pitch a baseball, and he's good at it. The trouble is, Joey's dad thinks taking control means giving up the things that "keep Joey safe." And if he wants to please his dad, he's going to have to play by his rules, even when the rules don't make sense. <P><P> Newbery Medal Honor book
Joey Pigza Loses Control: Grades 4-6 (Joey Pigza #2)
by Jack GantosThe sequel to Joey Pigza Swallowed the Key, a National Book Award Finalist.When Joey Pigza meets his dad for the first time in years, he meets a grown-up version of his old out-of-control self. Carter Pigza is as wired as Joey used to be -- before his stint in special ed, and before he got his new meds. Joey's mom reluctantly agrees that he can stay with his dad for a summer visit, which sends Joey racing with sky-high hopes that he and Carter can finally get to know each other. But as the weeks whirl by, Carter has bigger plans in mind. He decides that just as he has pulled himself up by his own bootstraps, Joey can do the same and become as normal as any kid, without the help of a doctor's prescription. Carter believes Joey can do it and Joey wants to believe him more than anything in the world.Here is the continuation of the acclaimed Joey Pigza story, affirming not only that Joey Pigza is a true original but that it runs in the family.Joey Pigza Loses Control is a 2000 New York Times Book Review Notable Children's Book of the Year and a 2001 Newbery Honor Book.
Joey Pigza Swallowed the Key (Joey Pigza #1)
by Jack Gantos"They say I'm wired bad, or wired sad, but there's no doubt about it -- I'm wired."Joey Pigza's got heart, he's got a mom who loves him, and he's got "dud meds," which is what he calls the Ritalin pills that are supposed to even out his wild mood swings. Sometimes Joey makes bad choices. He learns the hard way that he shouldn't stick his finger in the pencil sharpener, or swallow his house key, or run with scissors. Joey ends up bouncing around a lot - and eventually he bounces himself all the way downown, into the district special-ed program, which could be the end of the line. As Joey knows, if he keeps making bad choices, he could just fall between the cracks for good. But he is determined not to let that happen.In this antic yet poignant new novel, Jack Gantos has perfect pitch in capturing the humor, the off-the-wall intensity, and the serious challenges that life presents to a kid dealing with hyper-activity and related disorders.Joey Pigza Swallowed the Key is a 1998 National Book Award Finalist for Young People's Literature.
Joey and Johnny, the Ninjas: Epic Fail (Joey And Johnny, The Ninjas Ser. #2)
by Kevin Serwacki Chris PallaceThat’s so ninja! Epic Fail is the second book in the insanely funny and action-packed Joey and Johnny, the Ninjas series about two best friends and ninjas-in-training—perfect for fans of Diary of a Wimpy Kid and Origami Yoda.Things are getting back to normal at Kickfoot Academy after its Battle Royal with rival ninja school Red Moon Clan—for the most part. Joey and Johnny soon discover that their friend Peoni is secretly planning a tea ceremony—one of the most dangerous events a ninja can attend—to appease the spirits of ninjas past. Sounds like the perfect mission for Joey and Johnny!Eager to put their ninja skills to the test and set off on a new quest, the boys invite themselves along on Peoni’s journey to hunt down important items for the party. But it quickly becomes clear that there is a lot more in store for these young ninjas than tea. . . .
Joey and Johnny, the Ninjas: Get Mooned
by Kevin Serwacki Chris PallaceJoey and Johnny, the Ninjas: Get Mooned is the first book in a clever, insanely funny, and highly entertaining illustrated series about two best friends and ninjas-in-training, perfect for fans of the Origami Yoda series.Joey and Johnny are best friends, but they could not be more different. Joey follows all the rules. Johnny doesn't know what rules are. Joey is strategic. Johnny leaves everything up to chance. Joey is serious. Johnny is . . . well, he carries a clown hammer and wears a dooly-bopper on his head. But there is something these two boys have in common: They are ninjas. And they're both students at Kick Foot Academy, the premier ninja school in Lemming Falls.But Kick Foot Academy's reputation is about to be put to the test. Their rivals at Red Moon Clan have mysteriously come into possession of state-of-the-art weapons--something that is totally not ninja. And now they have challenged Kick Foot Academy to a Test of Three, culminating in an epic Battle Royal. The outcome will determine which ninja school reigns supreme . . . and which shuts down forever.
Johannes Kepler: Giant of Faith and Science (Sower Ser.sower Series Biographies)
by John Hudson TinerA bibliography of the German astronomer who discovered three laws of planetary motion.
John Adams Speaks for Freedom
by Deborah HopkinsonJohn Adams didn't enjoy traveling. He much preferred to stay home with his wife and children. But John Adams also had a dream: He wanted to see the thirteen colonies free from English rule. He wanted to see the creation of a new country -- the United States of America. John Adams did whatever was needed to make his dream come true.
John Adams and the Magic Bobblehead (The President and Me)
by Deborah KalbAdventure, history, and the drama of family life intertwine in this engrossing tale of a fifth-grade girl struggling to find her place after her mom remarries and she finds herself stuck with a younger stepbrother. Find out what happens when Ava and her newly blended family take a trip to Boston, where she buys a magic bobblehead and is unexpectedly transported to the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries. As Ava and her stepbrother, J. P., travel back and forth with John and Abigail Adams and their children, from Massachusetts, to Philadelphia, to the White House, to France, she learns about history, friendship, and how to deal with new situations, including her recently blended family. This sequel to The President and Me: George Washington and the Magic Hat features some of the same characters.
John Adams; Abigail Adams
by Christina WilsdonDelegate to the Continental Congress, and vice president and president of the United States, John Adams is a hero in American history. His wife, Abigail, an independent, strong, and capable woman, is as well. What was life like for these two patriots? How did they remain true to each other and to their convictions? Read these biographies to find out. (Set of 6 with Teacher's Guide and Comprehension Question Card)
John Audubon and the World of Birds for Kids: His Life and Works, with 21 Activities (For Kids series #76)
by Michael Elsohn RossJohn James Audubon's passion for birds inspired a national movement to protect birds and their habitats. As a child, John would often skip school to roam the countryside. He collected bird nests, unique stones, bits of moss, and other items of interest and developed his talent for creating dramatic bird portraits and skills for observing them in the wild. Using his abilities as an acute observer, skilled writer, and exceptional artist, Audubon wrote and illustrated a book, Birds of America. Cataloging all these creatures took enormous time and effort—but even more difficult was finding a way to publish it. To make his book a reality he had to persuade wealthy investors to support his dream. The stories of his adventures pursuing the unique birds of the America captured the imagination of audiences. Audubon became a larger-than-life figure and dubbed himself "the American Woodsman." Years after his death his artwork is still considered a major accomplishment that inspired a greater interest in American birdlife.John Audubon and the World of Birds for Kids includes 21 hands-on activities and valuable resources for budding ornithologists hiking in his footsteps.
John Chapman: Planter And Pioneer (Paperback) Copyright 2016
by Ron FridellJohn Chapman, also known as, Johnny Appleseed, embarks on a wilderness journey, planting apple seeds.
John F. Kennedy (I Am #9)
by Ms. Grace NorwichI was the 35th President of the United States and a recipient of the Pulitzer Prize. I am John F. Kennedy.Just in time for the 50th anniversary of his assassination, learn all about the youngest-ever President of the United States in the continuation of Scholastic's biography series, I Am. Each book features a full-color illustrated cover, one-color illustrations throughout, a detailed timeline, introductions to other notable people from the story, maps, sidebars, and a top ten list of important things to know about each figure. I AM JOHN F. KENNEDY will introduce a new generation of readers to this man's inspiring story.
John Lennon: Young Rock Star (Easy Biographies)
by Laurence SantreyA brief biography of the English rock musician with emphasis on his early years and the formation of the famous Beatles.
John Lincoln Clem: Civil War Drummer Boy (Based On A True Story Ser.)
by E. F. AbbottWould you ever run off to join the army, leaving your family behind? That's what nine-year-old John Lincoln Clem does in 1861. Determined to fight for his country, Johnny sneaks onto a train filled with men from the 3rd Ohio Union Regiment. Taken in by the older soldiers, Johnny becomes a drummer boy, and later, takes up his own musket. As the war rages on, Johnny experiences the brutalities of battle as well as the rampant illness and gnawing hunger in between. But the most dangerous part of Johnny’s journey is yet to come. Based on a True Story books are exciting historical fiction about real children who lived through extraordinary times in American History. This title has Common Core connections.
John McCain: An American Hero
by Beatrice GormleyLearn all about the life of Senator John McCain in this enlightening biography specially written for a younger audience. Five-term Arizona senator John S. McCain’s indelible mark on America was perhaps his destiny, as his grandfather proclaimed when he was just an infant, “This boy has the stamp of nobility on his brow.” <P><P> Following both his four-star US Navy father and grandfather into military service, McCain’s naval career imprinted the code of honor he has maintained to this day. Throughout the myriad life and death perils he faced—most notably being held captive as a Vietnam War prisoner of war for five and one half years in the Hoa Lo Prison or ‘Hanoi Hilton’—his courage, bravery, and tenacity has served him time and time again: as Navy liaison to the US Senate, as a member (and then chairman) on the Armed Services Committee, Commerce Committee, and Indian Affairs Committee, playing a key role in restoring diplomatic relations with Vietnam, championing finance reform by sponsoring the McCain-Feingold Act, and as the Republican nominee for president in 2008. <P><P> Beatrice Gormley’s enriching biography tells the riveting story of one of America’s last, great, enduring heroes.
John McCain: Get To Know The Brave Pow And Senator (People You Should Know Ser.)
by Dani GabrielBefore he was a senator, John McCain fought in the Vietnam War and served in the House of Representatives. He ran for president of the United States in 2008. Get to know the maverick who was willing to speak his mind.
John McCain: The Courage of Conviction (Gateway Biographies Ser.)
by Heather E SchwartzThis timely title examines the remarkable life and death of John McCain, from his time as a decorated war veteran to elder statesman. Accessible text and plentiful photos cover McCain's early life, his military career, his political legacy, and his 2017 diagnosis of brain cancer. Up-to-the-minute details round out this latest look at a uniquely American figure.
John Muir: America's First Environmentalist (Candlewick Biographies)
by Kathryn Lasky Stan FellowsFrom the meadows of Scotland to the farms of Wisconsin, from the swamps of Florida to the Alaskan tundra, John Muir loved the land. Born in 1838, he was a writer, a scholar, an inventor, a shepherd, a farmer, and an explorer, but above all, he was a naturalist. John Muir was particularly devoted to the high cliffs, waterfalls, and ancient giant sequoia trees that, through his careful influence, were set aside as one of the first national parks in America - Yosemite. Here is the life story of the man who, moved by a commitment to wilderness everywhere, founded the Sierra Club in 1892, a conservation group that carries on his crucial work to this day.
John Muir: Young Naturalist
by Montrew DunhamA founding father of the conservation movement in the United States, John Muir was born in Scotland and emigrated to Wisconsin when he was eleven. His boyhood passion for the wilderness of North America matured into a pathbreaking career, which included such triumphs as working with President Theodore Roosevelt to establish the National Parks Service, creating the first ever national park, Yosemite, and founding the Sierra Club. For today's eco-conscious kids, John Muir has become a hero.
John Paul Jones: The Pirate Patriot
by Armstrong SperryNewbery Medalist Armstrong Sperry tells the exciting story of the man who led a rag-tag continental navy to victory at sea.
Johnny Chesthair (The He-Man Women Haters Club #1)
by Chris LynchIn the He-Man Women Haters Club, there are no girls allowed!Convinced that girls don&’t play by the same rules as guys and are impossible to understand, thirteen-year-old Steven forms a club for &“He-Men&” only. Jerome, Wolfgang, and Ling-Ling are the other members: three misfits who have no idea what it really means to be a &“He-Man.&” Steven wants to be a &“Johnny Chesthair&” just like his bully of a father, and he tries to create the club rules and take charge. But soon the club is out of his control. Girls laugh at him, and his friends won&’t listen. Does Steven have what it takes to be a &“He-Man&”? And what is a &“He-Man,&” anyway?