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Captain Awesome, the Show Must Go On! (Captain Awesome #23)
by Stan KirbyIn the twenty-third adventure, Captain Awesome meets a Mystery Man in Black who is out to ruin his class field trip! Captain Awesome, Nacho Cheese Man, and Supersonic Sal come up with a mighty plan to help them survive the dreaded field trip of doom to the Sunnyview Playhouse! The play is so boring that even Captain Awesome&’s Super Dude Bore-doom Destruction Kit doesn&’t help. But then he spots someone stealing a trunk full of treasure in the middle of the play! Will Captain Awesome and the Sunnyview Superhero Squad be able to stop the Man in Black before the last curtain falls? With easy-to-read language and illustrations on almost every page, the Captain Awesome chapter books are perfect for beginning readers!
Captain Awesome to the Rescue! (Captain Awesome #1)
by George O'Connor Stan Kirby<P>Bad guys beware! Eugene McGillicudy just happens to be the most awesome superhero of all time...Captain Awesome. MI-TEE! <P>Now readers between the ages of five and seven can read chapter books tailor-made for a younger level of reading comprehension. Heavily illustrated with large type, Little Simon's young chapter books let young readers feel like they are reading a "grown-up" format with subject, text, and illustrations geared specifically for their own age groups! <P>Eight-year-old Eugene McGillicudy is an imaginative boy who loves comic books and superheroes. Eugene also has his very own supersecret superhero alter ego named Captain Awesome. MI-TEE! <P>When the McGillicudy family relocates to a new town called Sunnyview, Eugene starts a new school, finds a best friend, and even finds time to defend his toys from his two-year-old little sister, Molly! Luckily for Sunnyview, Captain Awesome is there to protect the town (and the universe) from a hilarious cast of comical "bad guys." <P>With easy-to-read language and illustrations on almost every page, the Captain Awesome chapter books are perfect for beginning readers.
Captain Awesome vs. Nacho Cheese Man: A Mi-tee Boxed Set: Captain Awesome To The Rescue!; Captain Awesome Vs. Nacho Cheese Man; Captain Awesome And The New Kid; Captain Awesome Takes A Dive (Captain Awesome #2)
by George O'Connor Stan Kirby<P>Captain Awesome wonders what to do when he suspects that his superhero best friend has become...a bad guy? <P>Now readers between the ages of five and seven can read chapter books tailor-made for a younger level of reading comprehension. Heavily illustrated with large type, Little Simon's young chapter books let young readers feel like they are reading a "grown-up" format with subject, text, and illustrations geared specifically for their own age groups! Eugene McGillicudy and Charlie Thomas Jones are best friends. They are also supersecret superheroes and members of the Sunnyview Superhero Squad. It's Captain Awesome and Nacho Cheese Man to the rescue! MI-TEE! <P>But when Eugene and Charlie get into a fight, Captain Awesome is forced to wonder if Nacho Cheese Man might actually be...bad? In the process of sorting out good guys and bad guys, Eugene learns an important lesson about friendship--and what it really means to be a superhero. <P>With easy-to-read language and illustrations on almost every page, the Captain Awesome chapter books are perfect for beginning readers.
Captain Awesome vs. the Evil Ice Cream Jingle (Captain Awesome #24)
by Stan KirbyEugene goes on an epic ice cream truck adventure to fight the summer heat in the twenty-fourth Captain Awesome adventure!Eugene McGillicudy loves everything about summer except the scorching hot weather. Sweating and feeling sticky is the worst feeling ever! But every kid knows that the best way to beat the heat is with lot and lots of ice cream! The entire neighborhood waits for the familiar jingle of Bob&’s ice cream truck to drive by. But one day when Bob shows up, something about him is different! And Captain Awesome and the Sunnyview Superhero Squad are convinced that this can only mean one thing: Bob has an evil Ice Cream Clone! With easy-to-read language and illustrations on almost every page, the Captain Awesome chapter books are perfect for beginning readers!
Captain Awesome vs. the Sinister Substitute Teacher (Captain Awesome #16)
by Stan KirbyCaptain Awesome faces off against an evil substitute teacher in the sixteenth adventure of the Sunnyview Superhero Squad!It’s an ordinary day at Sunnyview Elementary for Eugene, Charlie, and Sally. At least until the classroom door opens and a teacher who isn’t Ms. Beasley walks in. And he’s not just any teacher—he’s a sinister substitute teacher! But where is Ms. Beasley? Eugene can only think of one explanation: the evil substitute must have captured and hidden her someplace no one will find her…well, no one except the Sunnyview Superhero Squad, of course! With time running out and their favorite teacher on the line, it’s up to Captain Awesome and his crew to rescue Ms. Beasley! With easy-to-read language and illustrations on almost every page, the Captain Awesome chapter books are perfect for beginning readers!
Captain Bun & Super Bonbon: A Graphix Chapters Book (Bunbun & Bonbon #3)
by Jess KeatingBest friends Bunbun and Bonbon discover their superhero alter egos in this adorable series from Graphix Chapters.Get drawn into reading with Graphix Chapters!Graphix Chapters are ideal books for beginning and newly independent readers aged 6-8. With approachable page counts, easy-to-follow paneling, and artwork that supports text comprehension, these engaging stories with unforgettable characters help children become lifelong readers.For best friends Bunbun and Bonbon, it’s the perfect day -- until a rainstorm spoils their picnic! Super capes, super strength, and super teamwork make them superheroes, just like the characters from their favorite comic books. But when the going gets tough, will they find the courage to face their fears and help someone in need?
Captain Dom's Treasure (Definitely Dominguita #2)
by Terry Catasus JenningsIn this second book of the charming and heartfelt chapter series that is Judy Moody meets Netflix&’s One Day at a Time, will Dominguita find that X marks the spot?When Dominguita finds an old map in the back of an even older book in her beloved library, she is excited to see a telltale X marking an unknown place. Everyone knows that X marks the spot for treasure—and Dom knows that means a new adventure for her, Pancho, and Steph! But everyone seems to think that the map, while fun, probably isn&’t real. Dom is determined to prove them wrong. And as the trio starts to uncover the mystery of the map, they realize that it has closer ties to the community they love than they could have imagined.
Captain Jake (Orca Echoes)
by Shannon StewartJake loves to hunt for treasure, so when the famous pirate Captain Kidd asks him to be his cabin boy, he can't refuse. But Jake soon learns that bringing home an invisible pirate can be a real disaster, particularly when the pirate is mortally terrified of his teenage sister. There are many rules of the sea, and Captain Kidd's own cabin boy, Richard Barleycorn, teaches Jake how to face his biggest fear, Boris Baxter, the meanest boy in the whole school.
Captain Lilly and the New Girl (Formac First Novels)
by Brenda BellinghamLilly is excited about playing with the community league girls' soccer team. When the new girl, Sara, joins the team, there is controversy over her headscarf caused by their competing team's coach. The Wolves band together and insist that if Sara can't play with her hijab, they will not play at all. Brenda Bellingham offers a deft but convincing resolution which reinforces the willingness of Lilly, her team and their opponents to be open and welcoming to children of diverse backgrounds.
Captain Raptor and the Perilous Planet (Captain Raptor #3)
by Kevin O'Malley Patrick O'BrienFan favorite Captain Raptor returns for another thrilling space adventure in this action-packed young nod to graphic novels. In their newest endeavor, intrepid leader Captain Raptor and his space-dino crew must rescue a team of scientists from a doomed planet--while evading flaming asteroids, predatory beasts, and a volcano about to blow. Could this be the end of Captain Raptor? Old fans and new will be drawn to the mix of dinosaurs, space, and science-fiction parody."Kudos to this prehistoric Buzz Lightyear…long may he sail the spaceways"—Kirkus Reviews, STARRED REVIEW
Captain Small Pig
by Martin WaddellA charming story of family and a day on the water.Out on Blue Lake with his parents Old Goat and Turkey, Small Pig is ready for an adventure. "I'm Captain Commander!" Small Pig said. "Aye aye, Captain Small Pig!" yawned Old Goat. "You are in charge of this boat!" But Small Pig soon tires of rowing and falls asleep. Before they know it, the boat is drifting across the lake, and grumpy Turkey is in for a soaking!Martin Waddell's quirky tale and charming characters, coupled with Susan Varley's evocative illustrations, makes for a gentle, delightful story filled with quiet adventure.
Captain's Log: Snowbound
by Erin DionneA perfect choice for kids (and parents!) trapped inside on a snow day.When his Ernest Shackleton report is ironically quashed because of a snowstorm, a school cancellation-celebrating elementary schooler chronicles his adventures at home with hilarious log entries and read-aloud-friendly results.The Captain's (our young protagonist) belongings start to go missing while homebound due to weather, and humorous attacks and pell-mell mutiny follow. After a series of snow day events, the crew (the Captain's parents), the first mate (his trusty dog), and the scallywag (also known as the younger sibling) are freed from their snowbound home, and the Captain returns to school.Kids will laugh at the Captain's battle with his siblings, and parents will relate to the antics that ensue when the weather prevents students from heading to class and upsets daily routines and schedules.*"Entertaining, informative--utterly delightful"--Kirkus Reviews, STARRED review
Capybara: The World's Largest Rodent (More Super Sized!)
by Natalie LunisSome rodents such as mice are so small they can hide in the tiny cracks and holes inside houses--but not capybaras! Weighing about 110 pounds (50 kg) and growing up to 4 feet (1.2 m) in length, these giant rodents are bigger than many dogs! Look inside to find out what the world's biggest rodent eats, how it takes care of its young, and the ways it stays safe from animals that are even bigger than it is.
Capybaras (Animals)
by Martha E. RustadCapybaras are the biggest rodents in the world! These social animals live in large groups and spend lots of time in water. Get all the facts on these huge rodents.
Car (How It's Built)
by Becky HerrickKids are fascinated by how things are constructed, especially big things!This brand-new STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) series will take readers on visits to various work sites so they can see exactly How It’s Built! Kids will follow along as a small group of fictional characters get to find out exactly what it takes to build things that they probably see all the time, like bridges, houses, boats, and cars, to things that they might dream of being inside, like skyscrapers and rockets.
Car Goes Far (I Like to Read)
by Michael GarlandSplash! Splash! Car gets wet and soapy as he goes through the car wash. He's had a big adventure today. His shiny paint got dirtier and dirtier as he drove all over town—first with mud from a construction site, then from exhaust, and finally from a flock of birds. At the end of his big day, a bath is just what this little car needs. Michael Garland's bright and bold art features lots of different vehicles, from diggers to big trucks, making this book just right for young car enthusiasts learning how to read. An I Like to Read® picture book. Guided Reading Level D.
A Car That Goes Far
by Yael Mermelstein Vitaliy Romanenko Vasilisa Romanenko Dina RosenfeldA new car allows the narrator's family to do more mitzvos. Cartoonish illustrations depicting the family's Jewish neighborhood match the book's chipper tone.
The Car Trip (Sound Out Chapter Books - Set B-1)
by Matt SimsRoy sends a postcard each day to his mom telling about what he sees on his trip with his dad.
Caramba
by Marie-Louise GayCaramba is a sweet, shy cat who bravely accepts that he is different, and then discovers his own special talent. Award-winning author and illustrator Marie-Louise Gay, best known for her Stella and Sam books, brings us an endearing character in Caramba, a sweet, shy cat who bravely accepts that he is different, and then discovers his own special talent. Caramba is a fat, furry, striped cat with a big problem. Every single cat in the world can fly, he sighs, except me! Caramba would love to swoop and glide between the clouds, to feel the wind whistling through his fur. He tries to soar into the sky over and over again but always lands flat on his face, until finally he sadly accepts that he is earthbound. Don't be such a scaredy-cat, cry his cousins. All cats are meant to fly! They grab his paws and whisk him up into the sky for an impromptu flying lesson that ends with a big splash and a surprising discovery. Correlates to the Common Core State Standards in English Language Arts: CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.K.3 With prompting and support, identify characters, settings, and major events in a story. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.1.7 Use illustrations and details in a story to describe its characters, setting, or events. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.2.5 Describe the overall structure of a story, including describing how the beginning introduces the story and the ending concludes the action.
A Card for Grandma (Fountas & Pinnell Classroom, Guided Reading Grade 1)
by Katie Sharp R. W. AlleyNIMAC-sourced textbook
Cardboard: 5-Step Handicrafts for Kids
by Anna LlimósIn just five simple steps, children can make a variety of whimsical objects such as a snake, a watch, and gift tags out of cardboard. Fourteen projects make clever use of commonly available materials and simple tools, turning egg cartons, paper towel rolls, and card stock into lasting crafts and toys. Children five years and older will develop fine motor skills, feed their creativity, and be encouraged to find new uses for everyday objects.
Cardinals (Backyard Birds Ser.)
by Lisa J. AmstutzWho’s that singing in the backyard? It’s a cardinal! Find out where cardinals live, what they eat, and how to identify the birds and their eggs.
The Care and Keeping of Grandmas
by Jennifer Mook-SangWhen grandma moves in, a precocious child shares her tips for making her feel at home in this funny picture book, for fans of How to Babysit a Grandma.It can be discombobulating for all involved when a grandma moves in permanently. Fortunately, our narrator has gone through it and has LOTS of tips on how to make your grandma feel at home.In a story filled with humor, confusion and moments of sweetness, Jennifer Mook-Sang introduces us to a delightful family dynamic and a grandma who doesn&’t really need the help settling in but appreciates it anyway. As Grandma goes about her days, her well-meaning granddaughter sees her caring for her plants, and makes sure that Grandma is getting the proper care too.
Care for Your Body (Health and My Body)
by Martha E. RustadFrom exercising to getting enough sleep, you are in charge of your body. It's important to take good care of it. Using informative text and vibrant photos, Care for Your Body reminds you of simple ways to keep your body healthy. Complete with a glossary, a read more section, kid-friendly Internet sites, and an index.
Care for Your Teeth (Health and My Body)
by Martha E. RustadSay cheese! Good dental hygiene is an important way to stay healthy. With engaging text and colorful photos, readers learn good habits for heathy teeth. Care for Your Teeth includes a glossary, read more section, kid-friendly internet sites, and an index.