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Marty
by Rachel NobleAn alien makes an unexpected friend in this irresistible picture book about finding your place in the universe. A Golden Duck Notable Picture Book Marty is a tiny green Martian who lives here on Earth. You've never noticed him before, because he is undercover . . . Marty wears disguises and studies human behavior in order to fit in. He is always watching, learning, and laughing. And then one day, after much preparation, Marty gets a job! He loves to watch his customers, and he even makes some friends. But Marty knows he can never reveal his secret. Humans are terrified of Martians. When his cover gets blown, Marty needs somewhere safe to go. Who will see beyond his strange, green looks to show him kindness?This adorable story of an outsider with a good heart reminds readers that everyone needs a place to call home--and a friend for company. Zoey Abbott's colorful art, full of elaborate costumes and whimsical details, pops against Rachel Nobel's spare, sweet text. With its charming way of promoting inclusivity, the book makes for a perfect companion to All Are Welcome.
Marty Aardvark: Vowel Combination Ar (Let's Read Together ®)
by Barbara deRubertisLet&’s Read Together books merge rhyme and vowel sounds in delightfully zany stories kids will want to read again and again. Each of the 15 books in this classic series by award-winning author/educator Barbara deRubertis will give your child a jumpstart on reading success."Story lines are silly and inventive, and recall Dr. Seuss&’s Cat in the Hat for the building of rhythm and rhyming words." —School Library JournalMarty Aardvark sets off to sea - and finds more excitement than she expected! (This easy-to-read story features the "ar" vowel combination.)
Marty McGuire (Marty Mcguire Ser. #1)
by Brian Floca Kate MessnerIn this fun & accessible chapter book, an irrepressible, third-grade tomboy is cast in the class play and brings her own chaotic spin to the show.Marty McGuire would rather spend recess catching frogs in the pond than playing dress-up with the other girls in third grade. So when her teacher casts Marty as the princess in the class play, Marty’s absolutely, positively sure that there’s been a huge mistake. But after a special lesson in the art of improvisation, Marty comes up with her OWN plan to IMPROVE the play: Why use stuffed-animal frog onstage when a live one would be so much better? In the end, Marty’s one-of-a-kind performance makes for an unforgettable show. Maybe Marty CAN live happily ever after, after all!
Marty McGuire Digs Worms!
by Brian Floca Kate MessnerAn irrepressible third grader’s school project to help the planet causes chaos instead in this funny, accessible chapter book.Marty McGuire’s third-grade class has a special assignment: Save the Earth! Even more exciting, the best project wins a special award. Marty’s pretty sure her classmates’ ideas won’t stand a chance against her plan to turn the garbage from the school cafeteria into fertilizer. All she needs is a little help from her teammate and best friend, Annie—and the worms in her grandma’s garden. But it turns out that worms are awfully SLOW eaters. And when the critters escape, the whole class starts grumbling. Can Marty save the Earth without losing her friends?Praise for Marty McGuire Digs Worms!“A quick, amusing read with an easily digestible environmental message; it is a perfect match for its young intended audience.” —Kirkus Reviews
Marty McGuire Has Too Many Pets! (Marty McGuire)
by Brian Floca Kate MessnerAn irrepressible third grader’s charity pet-sitting business gets out of hand in this witty chapter book.Marty McGuire really has her hands full this time—with a lazy boa, a hyper hamster, and a potty-mouthed parrot! Is her pet sitting business about to go OUT of business?After visiting a sanctuary for retired lab chimpanzees, Marty wants to follow in the footsteps of her idol Jane Goodall and help with their care. But “adopting a chimp” is expensive, so Marty and her third-grade pals hatch a plan to raise money by holding a talent show at school and opening a pet-sitting business in Marty’s basement. It turns out that each pet has a personality of its own, and wrangling them is much harder than Marty expected. How will Marty keep her latest great idea from going to the dogs?Praise for Marty McGuire Has Too Many Pets!“Messner makes the most of Marty’s story with a nicely differentiated cast of empathetic characters and plenty of dramatic range. The line-and-gray-wash illustrations by Caldecott Medal–winning artist Floca capture moments of anxiety, despair, and happiness with equal grace.” —Booklist
Marvel Black Panther Shuri Defender of Wakanda (DK Readers Level 2)
by Pamela AframDiscover how Shuri uses amazing technology to protect Wakanda!Meet princess Shuri, the smart scientist behind Wakanda&’s amazing technology. Join in the action as Shuri, her brother the Black Panther, and their allies battle their greatest enemies. Step into this amazing world in this thrilling Level 2 DK Reader. Exciting images, simple vocabulary, and a fun quiz will engage young Super Hero fans and help them build confidence in reading.
Marvel Black Panther Wakanda Forever! (Dk Readers Level 2 Ser.)
by Julia MarchLearn to read with Marvel's Black Panther!Exciting images, simple vocabulary, and a fun quiz will engage young Super Hero fans and help them build confidence in reading. Explore Black Panther's mighty Kingdom of Wakanda, the most advanced country on Earth! Meet Black Panther's friends and allies, including his brainy sister Shuri, and his brave bodyguards - the Dora Milaje.Discover who they are, learn about their skills and abilities, and see how they protect Wakanda and the world.Step into the exciting world of Black Panther with this Level 2 DK Reader. © 2020 MARVEL
Marvel Can The Hulk Lift a House?: And 50 more Super Questions for Super Heroes
by Melanie ScottA fun fact book that answers more than 50 burning questions for young Marvel fans!Discover everything you've always wanted to know about your favorite Super Heroes! How much weight can the Hulk lift? What's the farthest distance Spider-Man can sling a web? Can Iron Man fly faster than a space rocket? Young Marvel Super Hero fans want to know everything about their favorite characters from how hard Thor can slam his hammer to the size of the smallest hole Wasp can fly through—and much more. Whether they are obsessed with Marvel comic books or they've only heard about Super Heroes in the playground, young fans will love discovering the fascinating answers to wild, wacky, and wonderful questions about Marvel Super Heroes.© 2020 MARVEL
Marvel Spider-Man: Meet the amazing web-slinger! (Dk Readers Level 1 Ser.)
by David FentimanLearn to read with Marvel's Spider-Man!Miles Morales might seem like just a young kid from Brooklyn, but he has a few secrets. Firstly, he actually came from another Universe. Secondly - he is really Spider-Man!Exciting images, simple vocabulary, and a fun quiz will engage young fans of Marvel Super Heroes and help them build confidence in reading. © 2020 MARVEL
Marvel Super Hero Adventures: An Early Chapter Book
by MacKenzie CadenheadWho doesn't love the holidays? Twinkling lights, merry carolers, the smell of chestnuts roasting on an open fire...and the alien creature battling your friendly neighborhood Spider-Man? Welcome to the exciting world of Marvel's Super Hero Adventures! In Deck the Malls, the first book in the series, join Spider-Man and his amazing arachnid ally Spider-Gwen as they take on the alien menace known as Venom. Will Spider-Man outrun Venom before the creature can steal his powers? Will Spider-Gwen figure out Venom's weakness before it's too late? Will the spider-friends save the day in time to finish their holiday shopping? It's anything but a silent night this festive season.
Marvel Super Hero Adventures: An Early Chapter Book
by MacKenzie CadenheadThe school-wide science fair Peter Parker (a.k.a Spider-Man) has been eagerly awaiting has finally arrived! Peter has always excelled at science, and after getting the boot in a basketball game earlier that day, he could use a little pick-me-up. So imagine Peter's surprise and dismay when basketball great and all-around-bully Flash Thompson shows up with a totally awesome project! But when the science fair is put in jeopardy thanks to the antics of one Doc Ock, Peter will need to team up with fellow 'bugz' Ant-Man and the Wasp to save the fair and the people in it— even if it means someone else walking away with the prize. Great things—and even bigger surprises—come in tiny packages in this third installment in Marvel's Super Hero Adventures early chapter book series.
Marvel Super Hero Adventures: An Early Chapter Book (Super Hero Adventures Chapter Books)
by MacKenzie CadenheadIn this fourth installment of the Super Hero Adventures early chapter book series, Spider-Man is joined by none other than Captain Marvel and Ms. Marvel! Girl power comes to town to help Spider-Man defeat a new villain in the super cute, super accessible, Super Hero Adventures art style!
Marvel Super Hero Adventures: An Early Chapter Book (Super Hero Adventures Chapter Books)
by MacKenzie CadenheadSpider-Man is back in an all-new, all-ages adventure, and it's no picnic! After the Sandman robs a bank and makes a Central Park playground his hideout, the web-slinger enlists the help of the Super Hero known as Squirrel Girl. But even with Squirrel Girl's special forces joining the battle, the Sandman refuses to be swept aside. It's monkey bars, metal slides and mayhem in this latest offering from Marvel's Super Hero Adventures early chapter book series.
Marvel We are Super Heroes: All Special, All different, All Powerful!
by DK Emma GrangeCelebrate your Super Hero self!Meet 14 very special Marvel Super Heroes.Captain Marvel is brave. Moon Girl has big dreams. Hawkeye likes new challenges and Black Panther protects people. Super Heroes come from different worlds, but what unites them all is fighting for good.DK's Marvel We Are Super Heroes introduces children to cool, inspirational characters with different backgrounds and personalities, from Miles Morales to America Chavez. Children will learn more about their favourite heroes, get to know new heroes, and discover the similarities with themselves. Celebrate who you are and find out what it takes to be a hero!© 2020 MARVEL
Marvel Who Is Captain Marvel?: Travel to Space with Earth’s Defender (DK Readers Level 2)
by Nicole ReynoldsTravel to space with Captain Marvel as she flies into action alongside Ms. Marvel, Monica Rambeau and other awesome Super Heroes.Meet Earth&’s Defender, Carol Danvers, aka Captain Marvel, one of the universe&’s most powerful Super Heroes. In this book, young readers can learn all about Carol and join forces with her marvellous Super Hero friends as they fight back against alien invaders and super villains.Take a cosmic trip into space with this thrilling Level 2 DK Reader. Exciting Marvel comics images, clear vocabulary and a fun quiz will test the young Super Hero at heart and help them in building their reading ability as they learn about Captain Marvel and other favorite Marvel comics characters.Marvel Who Is Captain Marvel? Reader Level 2 features: - Appealing nonfiction content which helps to develop the habit of reading widely.- Gorgeous comic book illustrations break up the text for young readers who are still building their confidence.- Fun quizzes that support comprehension skills.This book is ideal for children aged 5–7 who are learning to read, including Young Super Hero fans who like Captain Marvel or who enjoy Super Hero themes.
Marvel's Iron Man Goes Magnetic (National Geographic Readers)
by National Geographic KidsNational Geographic Kids and Marvel combine forces on this leveled reader series featuring magnets and kids&’ all-time favorite super hero, Iron Man.It&’s time to assemble some magnets—Avenger style!Join Iron Man in his lab as he marvels at the mystery of his favorite suit going … magnetic! Discover what makes some metals magnetic and how they work. With engaging photographs, iconic illustrated Marvel Comics character guides, and hilarious commentary by beloved Avengers friends, this book is perfect for newly independent and reluctant readers. Take learning to a new level through fun facts and a step-by-step hands-on experiment to reinforce educational concepts.This level 2 reader provides both accessible and wide-ranging text to encourage the scientists and inventors of tomorrow!
Marvel's SpiderMan:: The Ultimate SpiderMan
by Liz MarshamRead along with Marvel! Miles Morales is the ultimate Spider-Man! When Peter Parker, aka Spider-Man, comes face-to-face with an evil scientist, his best friend Miles Morales is bitten by a radioactive spider! Follow along with word-for-word narration as Miles quickly develops spider powers of his own, and Spider-Man realizes he will need to show his friend what it means to be a hero!
Marvelous Me: Inside And Out (All About Me Ser.)
by Lisa BullardThere is no one else quite like Alex. With his special laugh, his grizzly hugs, and his own interesting thoughts, Alex is one of a kind. Presenting similarities and differences Alex has with others, Marvelous Me, by Lisa Bullard, will encourage children to embrace the things that make them unique. Playful illustrations and fun activities make this book a great addition to home and classroom libraries. <P><P>Lexile Measure: 0510
Marvin Makes Music
by Marvin HamlischA true story from one of America's most beloved composers Marvin loves to play the piano and compose his own songs. But performing music over and over that's composed by some old guys name Ludwig and Wolfgang just gives him knots in his stomach. When his father tells Marvin he has an audition with the most prestigious music school, how can Marvin overcome his nerves and get swept away by the music? This endearing book is based on the true life story of composer Marvin Hamlisch, who, at the age of six, was the youngest person ever accepted into the Juilliard School. Includes CD with original song
Marvin's Monster Diary 5: ADHD Self-Esteem Blues (Monster Diaries)
by Raun MelmedIt looks like it&’s going to be a great year for Marvin! He&’s captain of the garbageball team at school, the Monstrocity Minotaurs, and he&’s happy to be back with all of his friends for another season. But when the first few practices are roaring failures, Marvin starts to wonder if he&’s really cut out for the job. After a pick-me-up from Grammasaurus and a major boost of self-confidence, he bites off more than he can chew by signing up for jazz band, Garden Uglification club, and the school play. Join Marvin as he learns that self-esteem needs to come from within, and sometimes we need to know our limits as well as our talents. Marvin's hilarious doodles and diary entries chronicle his delightful adventures, misadventures, and eventual triumph in a funny, relatable way. It's the one series on ADHD and associated issues that kids will actually want to read!
Marwan's Journey
by Patricia De AriasA 2018 Kirkus Best Book * A National Council of Social Studies * CBC Notable Trade Book * An Outstanding International Trade Book (USBBY) * A Bank Street Children&’s Book Committee Best Book of the Year One night they came... The darkness grew colder, deeper, darker, and swallowed up everything... Marwan is a young boy on a journey he never intended to take, bound for a place he doesn&’t know. On his journey, he relies on courage and memories of his faraway homeland to buoy him. With him are hundreds and thousands of other human beings, crossing the deserts and the seas, fleeing war and hunger in search of safety. He must take one step after another—bringing whatever he can carry, holding on to dreams. This is the journey of one boy who longs for a home, and we follow his path, walking hand in hand with him as he looks forward with uncertainty and hopes for a peaceful future. This beautiful, heartfelt story gives a human face to the plight of refugees all over the world. Marwan&’s journey is everyone&’s journey.
Mary Anning: The Girl Who Cracked Open The World
by Debora PearsonAs a young girl, Mary Anning loved to hunt for fossils by the sea. She wondered whether these rock creatures had ever been alive and resolved to learn all she could about what she found. As her discoveries became larger and more unusual, she earned the respect of scientists far and wide and changed the way we study Earth's history forever.
Mary Blair's Unique Flair: The Girl Who Became One of the Disney Legends
by Amy Novesky40-page storybook based on the colorful and inspiring life of Mary Blair, the creative mind behind It's a "Small World", and concept artist for "Cinderella", "Peter Pan", "Alice in Wonderland"
Mary Can!
by Mary J. BligeFrom multi-award-winning singer, artist, actress, and icon Mary J. Blige comes a fun and inspirational story that teaches young readers they can be anything, and they are enough.Most of the time, people say “no” or “you can’t” because they dream too small.Young Mary has been told that there are many things she can’t do. Like stay up past bedtime, or be an astronaut or become president. But what she really wants is to sing, and she isn’t about to let anyone tell her she can’t do it!A powerful motivating tale about a confident and ambitious girl who doesn’t feed into negativity, this debut children’s book from legendary artist Mary J. Blige proves that anyone can make their dreams come true by believing in themselves. It's a great conversation starter for overcoming discouragement from others.Brought to life with imaginative illustrations by Ezra Jack Keats Award-winning illustrator Ashleigh Corrin, Mary Can! is perfect for go-getters who aren’t afraid to be a YES in a world full of NOs.
Mary Engelbreit's A Merry Little Christmas: Celebrate from A to Z
by Mary EngelbreitWelcome to a winter wonderland!Christmas is coming, but there's still so much to do!In their tiny village in the woods, Gregory Mouse and his family are just as busy as Santa and his elves. They have gingerbread houses to decorate, presents to wrap, cookies to bake, and snowy hills to sled—all before the celebration begins!This playful holiday alphabet book offers children a miniature world filled with wonderful details—a treat that could only come from Mary Engelbreit, the beloved artist whose bestselling edition of The Night Before Christmas is already a classic.