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The Day the Crayons Quit
by Drew DaywaltThe hilarious, colorful #1 New York Times bestselling phenomenon that every kid wants! Gift a copy to someone you love today. Poor Duncan just wants to color. But when he opens his box of crayons, he finds only letters, all saying the same thing: His crayons have had enough! They quit! Blue crayon needs a break from coloring all those bodies of water. Black crayon wants to be used for more than just outlining. And Orange and Yellow are no longer speaking—each believes he is the true color of the sun. What can Duncan possibly do to appease all of the crayons and get them back to doing what they do best?With giggle-inducing text from Drew Daywalt and bold and bright illustrations from Oliver Jeffers, The Day the Crayons Quit is the perfect gift for new parents, baby showers, back-to-school, or any time of year! Perfect for fans of Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus by Mo Willems and The True Story of the Three Little Pigs by Jon Sciezka and Lane Smith. Praise for The Day the Crayons Quit:Amazon&’s 2013 Best Picture Book of the YearA Barnes & Noble Best Book of 2013Goodreads&’ 2013 Best Picture Book of the Year Winner of the E.B. White Read-Aloud Award* &“Hilarious . . . Move over, Click, Clack, Moo; we&’ve got a new contender for the most successful picture-book strike.&” –BCCB, starred review &“Jeffers . . . elevates crayon drawing to remarkable heights.&” –Booklist&“Fresh and funny.&” –The Wall Street Journal"This book will have children asking to have it read again and again.&” –Library Media Connection* &“This colorful title should make for an uproarious storytime.&” –School Library Journal, starred review * &“These memorable personalities will leave readers glancing apprehensively at their own crayon boxes.&” –Publishers Weekly, starred review &“Utterly original.&” –San Francisco Chronicle
The Day the Dinosaurs Died (I Can Read Level 2)
by Charlotte Lewis BrownPresenting cutting-edge science to the youngest readers, The Day the Dinosaurs Died is a mesmerizing account of the end of the dinosaurs.The dinosaurs were the biggest, most powerful animals that ever walked the earth. Now they are all gone, extinct. Bold illustrations and a dramatic text re-create the devastation sixty-five million years ago when a giant asteroid slammed into Earth, triggering global disasters and leading to massive worldwide extinctions.The Day the Dinosaurs Died is a Level Two I Can Read, geared for kids who read on their own but still need a little help. Whether shared at home or in a classroom, the engaging stories, longer sentences, and language play of Level Two books are proven to help kids take their next steps toward reading success.
The Day the Kids Took Over
by Sam AppleA James Patterson Presents Picture BookKids can imagine a world where they're in charge -- and ask the grown-ups for help when they need to -- in this adorable and imaginative picture book.The kids have some excellent ideas: turning the Grand Canyon into a ball pit, replacing all the sidewalks with trampolines. But running the world is a tough job. After the kids build a massive house of candy and then immediately eat all of their own furniture, they begin to have second thoughts. Will the kids give the adults one more chance to run the world?
The Day the Rain Moved In
by Éléonore DouspisIn this beautiful picture book, the wondrous merges with the ordinary when it starts to rain … inside the house! One day, it starts to rain in Pauline and Louis’s house. The whole family looks for the source of the rain, but nothing can be found! Dad tries to mop up the puddles that form on the floor, Mom holds an umbrella over her head to read, and Pauline and Louis wear their raincoats. Everyone tries to pretend that nothing is wrong. Pauline and Louis are embarrassed and try to keep their rainy house a secret from the other kids at school, expecting to be teased. What would happen if someone found out? Outside, the sun is shining. But inside the house, something new is happening. Plants sprout from the carpet, the bathtub and the kitchen sink. A giant tree spreads its branches through the living room. The neighborhood children, curious about the leaves they see through the windows, come inside. Instead of teasing, they want to play. Pauline and Louis aren’t alone with their secret any longer. In fact, having a tree in the house is kind of fun! Soon, the branches grow too big for the house, and sunlight streams in through holes in the roof. There’s something else, new, too — the rain has finally stopped. A story about embracing difference, celebrating the wondrous and expecting the best from our friends. This nuanced and layered story will have both very young and school-aged children requesting repeated readings. Correlates to the Common Core State Standards in English Language Arts: CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.2.3 Describe how characters in a story respond to major events and challenges.
The Day the Sheep Showed Up
by David M. McphailIn this funny story with an important message by popular author and artist David McPhail, barnyard animals discover how they are alike and how they are different from a new animal on the farm. Limited picture descriptions present.
The Dead Family Diaz
by P.J. BracegirdleA fresh, funny take on the Day of the Dead that's packed with kid appeal!Every skeleton in the Land of the Dead is excited to celebrate el Día de los Muertos with the Living. But not Angelito. His big sister has told him all about their horrifying bulgy eyes and squishy skin. So when Angelito is separated from his family in the Land of the Living, he's petrified—until he makes a new friend who is just as terrified of THEM as Angelito is. Then his new buddy turns out to be (gulp!) a living boy! Angelito runs as fast as his bony feet can carry him. Fortunately the traditions of the Day of the Dead reunite the two boys, just in time for some holiday fun.Full of wild, Tim Burton-esque art, this clever tale is sure to become un libro favorito for the Day of the Dead, Halloween season, and beyond.“A colorful story about facing fears and accepting differences . . . lush and vibrantly hued . . . The ending satisfies, and the story as a whole addresses many issues pertinent to primary- grade children.”—School Library Journal
The Deadly Trap: Undercover Pirate 4
by Jan Burchett Sara Vogler Leo HartasHow to become an Undercover Pirate...1) Have a pirate captain as your ancient ancestor2) Find a message in a bottle and a magic gold doubloon3) Get whisked back in time to join a pirate crew4) When you get home DON'T TELL ANYONE. Remember - you're undercover!There's a new pirate aboard the Sea Wolf and he's popular with the crew, but Sam is suspicious - why is the new recruit so interested in Captain Blade? And how can Sam convince his friends that they're falling into a deadly trap?
The Death-Defying Pepper Roux
by Geraldine McCaughreanPepper's fourteenth birthday is a momentous one.It's the day he's supposed to die.Everyone seems resigned to it—even Pepper, although he would much prefer to live. But can you sidestep Fate? Jump sideways into a different life? Naïve and trusting, Pepper sets a course through dangerous waters, inviting disaster and mayhem at every turn, one eye on the sky for fear of angels, one on the magnificent possibilities of being alive.New York Times bestselling and Printz Award-winning author GeraldineMcCaughrean has created a gripping tale filled with dark humor and daringescapades, where the key to a boy's lifelies in facing his own death.Join him on the run—if you can keep up.
The Declaration of Independence [Approaching Level, Grade 1]
by Barbara KanninenNIMAC-sourced textbook
The Declaration of Independence: Introducing Primary Sources (Introducing Primary Sources Ser.)
by Kathryn Clayprimary source; Declaration of Independence; Revolutionary War; Second Continental Congress; Committee of Five; Thomas Jefferson
The Deep Blue Sea
by Roger C. Farr Dorothy S. StricklandThis book will take you to many place just by reading it. Come and sail on the deep blue sea. These stories will let you meet new faces. You can learn Indian water signs. You will read a Japanese folktale about two silly frogs. You will meet many different animals and people in this book.
The Deep Sea (Sound Out Chapter Books - Set A-1)
by Matt SimsDan and Bill's boat sinks and they are left adrift in the sea in a tiny rowboat.
The Deep-sea Floor
by Sneed B. Collard Gregory WenzelIncredibly rich and realistic illustrations take readers up close to the curious creatures and plants that thrive in the vast severe habitat of the ocean’s floor. Marine biologist and renowned children’s book writer Sneed B. Collard III introduces children to many fascinating sea creatures–from bioluminescent fish to giant tube worms–that survive without sunlight. A history of deep-sea exploration from sonar to submersibles shows how far scientists have come in their ability to investigate these great depths. Inspire young readers to explore the possibilities of marine science.
The Deliverer Has Come: A Christmas Story
by Sarah ShinTold from the perspective of a young girl living during the time of Jesus&’s birth, this uniquely illustrated nativity story helps young readers understand the &“what&” and embrace the &“why&” of Christmas.Anika loves stories. Her favorites are the stories Great Auntie Anna shares from the scriptures. The stories about the Deliverer, the one God promised to send, the one whom the Israelites have been waiting for.Soon Anika begins to hear new stories that hint that the Deliverer has come—from shepherds, wise men, and even her great-auntie! Will Anika get to one day tell the story of how she too met the Deliverer?Through this child&’s-eye view of the original nativity story accompanied by breathtakingly unique illustrations, husband-and-wife team Sarah Shin and Shin Maeng weave together the anticipation and waiting in the season of Advent with the celebration of the arrival of our hope through Jesus.
The Demon King: Collecting The Demon King, The Exiled Queen, The Gray Wolf Throne, And The Crimson Crown (Seven Realms #1)
by Cinda Williams ChimaNew York Times bestselling author Cinda Williams Chima presents the first installment in a thrilling new fantasy series, in which the lives of Han Alister and the brave Princess Raisa collide in a magical and dangerous adventure.One day Han Alister catches three young wizard setting fire to the sacred mountain of Hanalea. Han takes an amulet away from Micah Bayar, son of the High Wizard, to ensure the boy won't use it against him. The amulet once belonged to the Demon King, who nearly destroyed the world a millennium ago. With a magical piece so powerful at stake, Han knows that the Bayars will stop at nothing to get it back.Meanwhile, Princess Raisa ana'Marianna has her own battle to fight. She's just returned to court after three years of riding and hunting with her father's family. Raia aspires to be like Hanalea, the legendary warrior queen who killed the Demon King and saved the world. But it seems that her mother has other plans for her-plans that include a suitor who goes against everything the Queendom stands for.The Seven Realms will tremble when the lives of Han and Raisa collide in this stunning page-turner from best-selling author Cinda Williams Chima.
The Depression Workbook for Teens: Tools to Improve Your Mood, Build Self-Esteem, and Stay Motivated
by Katie HurleyFind relief from depression symptoms with advanced tools for teens ages 12 to 17This depression workbook draws on the most effective and up-to-date techniques, like cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness, to deliver simple exercises that help teens learn how to conquer depression.Learn how to identify the differences between normal stress and depression, and find easy exercises designed to help you develop the skills you need to manage your emotional well-being and bring happiness back into your life.The Depression Workbook for Teens includes:Advice for teens—Tackle your depression head-on using strategies written with your unique needs and time constraints in mind.Useful tools—With quizzes, journaling prompts, conversation starters, and more, you'll discover simple skill-building exercises that improve your mood and build your self-esteem.Practical problem solving—Find ways to work through the challenges you're facing, like fighting with your parents, getting up in the morning, struggling with homework, and more.The Depression Workbook for Teens gives you the helping hand you need to get through this difficult time.
The Desert Alphabet Book (Jerry Pallotta's Alphabet Books)
by Jerry PallottaThe parched, mysterious deserts of the world are the landscapes for this alphabet array of plants, animals, and phenomena. Meet the colorful Crimson Chat, the deadly Inland Taipan, and the cartwheeling Golden Wheel Spider. Look beneath and beyond the sand for familiar, unfamiliar, and comical desert dwellers.Author Jerry Pallotta and illustrator Mark Astrella invite readers to one of nature's most forbidding environments. And if you feel thirsty after reading about some of the driest places on earth, don't worry. There's a Water-holding frog!
The Dinosaur Alphabet Book (Jerry Pallotta's Alphabet Books)
by Jerry PallottaThe perfect way to introduce children to the fascinating world of dinosaurs. Full of interesting facts--did you know some dinosaurs had sharp front teeth while others had no front teeth at all? This alphabet book explores both the known and the not-so-well known dinosaurs.Meet the heterodontosaurus (one of the smallest known to exist), the megalosaurus (the first dinosaur ever discovered), the iguanodon, the ultrasaurus, and more!Once again, Jerry Pallotta and Ralph Masiello have combined their talents to create a unique children's book that will inform and entertain young readers.
The Dinosaur Expert (Mr. Tiffin's Classroom Series)
by Margaret McNamaraJoin Mr. Tiffin and his students on a trip to a natural history museum and learn all about dinosaurs and the scientists who discovered them!Mr. Tiffin and his students are back in another picture book, and this time the focus is on dinosaur-loving Kimmy. During a field trip to the natural history museum, Kimmy is thrilled to share what she knows about the Stegosaurus and the Archaeopteryx and even the ginormous Titanosaurus. That changes when one of her classmates questions whether girls can be paleontologists. Kimmy starts to feel shy. What if they can't? What if no one wants to hear what she has to say? It will take some help from Mr. Tiffin--and from a famous scientist--for Kimmy to find her voice again.Join Mr. Tiffin's class as they learn about dinosaurs big and small, feathered and scaly, winged and ocean-dwelling. And root for Kimmy, the dinosaur expert . . . who might just learn something about herself.
The Disappearing Dog
by Franklin W. Dixon Scott BurroughsIn Hopping Mad, the boys have to figure out a way to stop their school talent show from being ruined--by raining frogs! Let the sleuthing begin!
The Disappearing Mr. Jacques
by Gideon StererTa-da! A dazzling magician is willing to teach readers his most closely-held tricks in this cheekily fun, interactive picture book.Do you believe in magic? No? Well, clearly you have never witnessed the astonishing, bewildering, disappearing Mr. Jacques. Watch closely. He can wedge himself into the spine of this book, or drape himself across its pages. He can disappear before your very eyes! But is he really gone? If you listen, you can hear his cane tapping on the windows, and his boots pitter-pattering across the floor. And if you pay very close attention, maybe he will teach you some of his tricks, too.Perfect for fans of There's a Dragon in Your Book and The Book of Mistakes, this is a magic show you can hold in your hands that will stay with you long after Mr. Jacques' final disappearance.
The Disastrous Magical Wishes of Classroom 13 (Classroom 13 #2)
by Joelle Dreidemy Honest Lee Matthew J. GilbertFor fans of Captain Underpants or Sideways Stories from Wayside School, this new chapter book series is perfect for reluctant readers. When unlucky teacher Ms. Linda LaCrosse finds a magic lamp, she releases a genie--um, I mean, a Djinn--who agrees to grant each of her students ONE WISH!You might think this was fantastic, but it was not. It was a frightful idea! With magic wishes come hungry dinosaurs, stinky pizza, photographing paparazzi, and other huge mistakes. As the students of Classroom 13 are about to learn, you should be careful what you wish for. What would YOU do with one magic wish? The final chapter of each book encourages young readers to write their OWN chapter and send it in to the author, Honest Lee!The Disastrous Magical Wishes of Classroom 13 is the second title in a new chapter book series of hilarious stories about a very unlucky classroom. Each story is full of humor, action, and fun that will prompt hours of conversation among friends, families, and classrooms.(Psst! Hey you. Yeah, YOU! Just between us, this book also has a secret code hidden in every book that kids will have to figure out to read a chapter. Kids'll love it!) ©2017 by Hachette Book Group, Inc.
The Dog Show (Step into Reading)
by RH DisneyStitch competes in a dog show in this funny Step 2 Step into Reading leveled reader based on Disney Lilo & Stitch!Lilo&’s town is holding a dog show, and Lilo and Stitch enter the competition. But can Stitch learn all the tricks in time? This silly step 2 Step into Reading leveled reader about friendship and trying your best is perfect for Disney Lilo & Stitch fans ages 4 to 6.Step 2 Readers use basic vocabulary and short sentences to tell simple stories. For children who recognize familiar words and can sound out new words with help.