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Amelia Bedelia Means Business (I Can Read! #36)
by Herman ParishWhen Suzanne, the new girl in Amelia Bedelia's class, arrives at school riding the most beautiful bicycle in the whole world, Amelia Bedelia decides she wants a new bike, too. But Amelia Bedelia's mom says that a bike like Suzanne's is so expensive it will cost an arm and a leg! What? Amelia Bedelia doesn't want to give away one of her arms and one of her legs. She'll need both arms to steer her new bike, and both legs to pedal it. Amelia Bedelia decides to get a job, so that she can earn the bike money instead.
Amelia Bedelia Road Trip! (Amelia Bedelia Chapter Books #3)
by Herman ParishAmelia Bedelia, America's favorite housekeeper, had a childhood full of surprises, mischief, and hilarious misunderstandings. In this illustrated chapter book adventure, just right for fans of Judy Moody and Ivy + Bean, young Amelia Bedelia piles into the family car and takes a road trip with her family. This is the third book in the Amelia Bedelia chapter book series and is just right for newly independent readers ready for a more challenging vocabulary and books with chapters. <p><p> Amelia Bedelia takes everything literally and that leads to all kinds of silly misunderstandings. Tripping over roads may not be your idea of fun, but for Amelia Bedelia a road trip is a true adventure! The best-selling and beloved housekeeper has been making readers laugh for more than fifty years. Amelia Bedelia has a warm and positive attitude and she has fun with language, vocabulary, and idioms. The Amelia Bedelia chapter books feature short, easy-to-read chapters, illustrations throughout, and Amelia Bedelia's can-do spirit. This is the third book in the chapter book series featuring the childhood of America's favorite housekeeper. The first book was called Amelia Bedelia Means Business and the second book was Amelia Bedelia Unleashed—and you don't have to read them in series order to enjoy them.
Amelia Bedelia Sets Sail: Amelia Bedelia Sets Sail (Amelia Bedelia Ser.)
by Herman ParishIn the seventh book in the New York Times–bestselling chapter book series about the childhood of America's favorite housekeeper, Amelia Bedelia comes out of her shell and heads to the beach! Includes a guide to the idioms used in the book and features black-and-white art throughout. The Amelia Bedelia books have sold more than 35 million copies.Amelia Bedelia and her mother share a summer vacation home at the shore with her aunt Mary (her mother's sister) and her cousin Jason, who has a wicked sense of adventure and a nose for trouble. With a local girl named Pearl as guide, the cousins build sand castles, swim and body surf, and learn how to sail.As much fun as their nautical adventures are, the lives of this trio get way more exciting when they stumble upon pirates!Short, fast-paced chapters, tons of friends and funny situations, and black-and-white illustrations on every page make the Amelia Bedelia chapter books an ideal choice for readers of the Ivy + Bean, Magic Tree House, and Judy Moody books.
Amelia Bedelia Wraps It Up (Amelia Bedelia Special Edition Holiday #1)
by Herman ParishCelebrate the holidays with Amelia Bedelia! Amelia Bedelia, her friends, and her family wrap it up while honoring the true spirit of holiday giving in this special edition. This chapter book is an excellent choice for children who are ready to read independently, and is terrific for building vocabulary.It’s the holiday season, and Amelia Bedelia doesn’t have enough money to buy presents for anyone. But that won’t stop Amelia Bedelia! Along with her friends, she decides to launch a gift-wrapping business in order to make some extra cash. But wrapping presents with Amelia Bedelia is far from ordinary! And when the business expands to include tree decorating, popcorn popping, snow shoveling, and carol singing, you can bet that the misunderstandings are many!A humorous story, plenty of misunderstandings, loads of vocabulary and wordplay, and a festive ornament make this an ideal gift book for newly independent readers and storytime sharing. Hooray for the holidays!Amelia Bedelia has been making readers laugh since 1963, when the first Amelia Bedelia book was published. Now, you can meet the young Amelia Bedelia. Come join the fun!
Amelia Earhart: Young Aviator
by Meryl Henderson Beatrice GormleyUsing simple language that beginning readers can understand, this lively, inspiring, and believable biography looks at the childhood of Amelia Earhart. Illustrated throughout.
Amelia Earhart: Courage in the Sky (Women of Our Time)
by Mona KerbyAs a child, Amelia Earhart wondered why there were no heroines in her favorite adventure stories. She resolved to change that when she grew up. And so she did, becoming one of the pioneers of aviation. Not only was Amelia the first woman in the world to fly across the Atlantic Ocean, she was the first person to cross it twice. Her life became a great adventure story--and a mystery, too. In 1937, on an around-the-world flight, Amelia disappeared. Today, Amelia's courage and spirit remain an inspiration to everyone who flies or dreams of adventure. This unique series about the lives of twentieth- century women "answers the constant need for more biographies of completeness and quality." -- American Bookseller "Pick of the Lists".
Amelia Earhart
by John Parlin"Women must try to do things as men have tried. "When she was eight years old, Amelia Earhart built a roller coaster and "flew" through the air. She loved to watch daredevil pilots fly loops in the sky. Amelia decided to pilot a plane herself, and became one of the first women to learn to fly. She broke flight records and in 1932 was the first woman to fly across the Atlantic Ocean alone. The whole world admired her courage and daring. Amelia Earhart disappeared while trying to set a new record flying all the way around the world at the equator, but her pioneer spirit inspired many others to follow in her path.From the Trade Paperback edition.
Amelia Earhart Is on the Moon? (Wait! What? #0)
by Dan GutmanFrom the best-selling author of My Weird School: a new entry in the hilarious biography series that casts fresh light on high-interest historic figures. Did you know that Amelia Earhart loved heights so much she built a roller coaster in her backyard? Or that she used to race worms with her sister? Bet you didn’t know that she took photographs of garbage cans to pay for flying lessons! Siblings Paige and Turner do—and they’ve collected some of the most unusual and surprising facts about the legendary pilot, from her childhood in the rural Midwest and the spark of her passion for flying to her record-smashing flights and her infamous disappearance over the Pacific Ocean. Narrated by the two spirited siblings and animated by Allison Steinfeld’s upbeat illustrations, Amelia Earhart Is on the Moon? is an authoritative, accessible, and one-of-a-kind biography infused with Dan Gutman’s signature zany sense of humor.
Amelia Erroway: Castaway Commander: A Graphic Novel
by Betsy PeterschmidtBeing lost can sometimes be the first step toward finding your destiny.A Junior Library Guild SelectionForbidden to become a pilot by her overprotective father, Amelia Erroway yearns to command her own airship. To prove her worth, she sets off alone on her father's prized craft. But disaster strikes: A fierce storm crashes her ship in uncharted lands and Amelia, now a castaway, must use her wits to survive. With the help of Rastor and Fynley, brothers who live deep in the Juniper rainforest, Amelia is determined to repair her airship and, with her newly formed crew, fly home.
Amelia Lost: The Life and Disappearance of Amelia Earhart
by Candace FlemingFrom the acclaimed author of The Great and Only Barnum--as well as The Lincolns, Our Eleanor, and Ben Franklin's Almanac--comes the thrilling story of America's most celebrated flyer, Amelia Earhart. <P><P>In alternating chapters, Fleming deftly moves readers back and forth between Amelia's life (from childhood up until her last flight) and the exhaustive search for her and her missing plane. With incredible photos, maps, and handwritten notes from Amelia herself--plus informative sidebars tackling everything from the history of flight to what Amelia liked to eat while flying (tomato soup)--this unique nonfiction title is tailor-made for middle graders. <P><P>Amelia Lost received four starred reviews and Best Book of the Year accolades from School Library Journal, Kirkus Reviews, Horn Book Magazine, the Washington Post, and the New York Times.From the Hardcover edition.
Amelia Lost: The Life and Disappearance of Amelia Earhart
by Candace FlemingFrom the acclaimed author of The Great and Only Barnum - as well as The Lincolns, Our Eleanor, and Ben Franklin's Almanac - comes the thrilling story of America's most celebrated flyer, Amelia Earhart. In alternating chapters, Fleming deftly moves readers back and forth between Amelia's life (from childhood up until her last flight) and the exhaustive search for her and her missing plane. With incredible photos, maps, and handwritten notes from Amelia herself-plus informative sidebars tackling everything from the history of flight to what Amelia liked to eat while flying (tomato soup) - this unique nonfiction title is tailor-made for middle graders.
The Amelia Six
by Kristin L. Gray&“A cozy whodunit that cheerfully affirms girls&’ and women&’s contributions to aerospace.&” —Kirkus Reviews Amelia Earhart&’s famous aviator goggles go missing and eleven-year-old Millie has to find them before the night is over in this girl-powered middle grade mystery.Eleven-year-old Amelia Ashford—Millie to her friends (if she had any, that is)—doesn&’t realize just how much adventure awaits her when she&’s given the opportunity of a lifetime: to spend the night in Amelia Earhart&’s childhood home with five other girls. Make that five strangers. But Millie&’s mom is a pilot like the famous Amelia, and Millie would love to have something to write to her about…if only she had her address. Once at Amelia&’s house in Atchison, Kansas, Millie stumbles upon a display of Amelia&’s famous flight goggles. She can&’t believe her good luck, since they&’re about to be relocated to a fancy museum in Washington, DC. But her luck changes quickly when the goggles disappear, and Millie was the last to see them. Soon, fingers are pointing in all directions, and someone falls strangely ill. Suddenly, a fun night of scavenger hunts and sweets takes a nosedive and the girls aren&’t sure who to trust. With a blizzard raging outside and a house full of suspects, the girls have no choice but to band together. It&’s up to the Amelia Six to find the culprit and return the goggles to their rightful place. Or the next body to collapse could be one of theirs.
Amelia Sparklepaw: Book 6 (Magic Animal Friends Early Reader #6)
by Daisy MeadowsThe much-loved series from the creator of Rainbow Magic - abridged for younger readers and illustrated in full colour!Welcome to a magical world where animals talk and play - just like you and me!Best friends Jess and Lily love all animals. But when they follow a mysterious golden cat into Friendship Forest - a place where animals live in tiny cottages and sip dandelion tea at the Toadstool Cafe - their animal friends suddenly become much more magical!Tiny kitten Amelia Sparklepaw is planning a party. Can the girls stop Grizelda the witch from ruining it?
Amelia Sparklepaw's Party Problem: Special 2 (Magic Animal Friends #2)
by Daisy MeadowsWelcome to a magical world where animals talk and play - just like you and me!In this BUMPER SPECIAL, Jess, Lily, and little kitten Amelia Sparklepaw are getting ready to celebrate Goldie's birthday - but wicked witch Grizelda has other plans! Can Lily, Jess and Amelia stop Grizelda and give Goldie the best birthday party ever?
Amelia Sparklepaw's Party Problem: Special Edition) (Magic Animal Friends Special Edition)
by Daisy MeadowsBest friends Jess and Lily visit Friendship Forest, where animals can talk and magic exists! Jess and Lily can't wait to celebrate their friend Goldie's birthday in Friendship Forest, but wicked witch Grizelda is determined to ruin the party! With the help of fluffy kitten Amelia Sparklepaw, can Jess and Lily rescue Goldie and save the day? Read all three stories in this Magic Animal Friends Special Edition to find out!
Amelia's Story
by Jake Minor Matthew MinorAmelia is a curious Boston terrier who is always eager to learn new things. On a recent trip to the library she discovers the wonder of reading and the magic of books. This inspires her to take her own incredible idea and discover all the steps needed to make it into a book. But where to start? Join Amelia in her playful pursuit of knowledge as she learns all about how the pages of a story come to life. Includes nonfiction information on how to create a story map and make a book for enthusiastic young readers interested in writing.
Amellia Bedellias Masterpiece
by Herman ParishAmelia Bedelia visits an art museum, where her confusion leads to surprising results.
America Enters World War I
by Carol DomblewskiThe book talks about the World War I's two main alliances,how nations began to build strong armies,navies, to train soldiers , make weapons and how America entered the war.
America in the 20th Century (How America Became America)
by Victor SouthThe United States' boundaries have expanded over the centuries--and at the same time, Americans' ideas about their country have grown as well. The nation the world knows today was shaped by centuries of thinkers and events. Today, the United States of America is the lone super power in the world. The United States is very strong. Power, however, is not the only thing that comes with being a world leader. As a world leader, America also has a lot of responsibility to the rest of the world. In the twentieth century, the United States struggled to balance its power with its responsibility in new ways.
America in the Time of Columbus: From Earliest Times to 1590
by Sally IsaacsUses the life of Christopher Columbus as a backdrop to present the history of the people of America from the time the Native Americans arrived until 1590.
America in the Time of Franklin Delano Roosevelt, 1929-1948
by Sally Senzell Isaacs<P>America in the Time of... helps readers explore our nation's past by focusing on key figures in history. Each visually stunning spread features clearly written text that explains the social, political, and economic realities of the time. The series visits all areas of the United States from coast to coast, and offers information about the native as well as invading and immigrant peoples. Each book features: <br>-- beautiful reconstruction artwork, <br>-- authentic primary source photographs, <br>-- detailed maps, both modern and historical, <br>-- profiles of famous people who shaped that time, <br>-- a list of noteworthy places, and <br>-- a bibliography of fiction books to extend learning.
America in the Time of George Washington, 1747 to 1803
by Sally Senzell IsaacsBuilding a new nation is far from easy. Meet Americans such as George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, and Benjamin Franklin. Also learn about the groups, such as Native Americans, African Americans, and others.
America in the Time of Martin Luther King Jr. (1948-1976)
by Sally Senzell IsaacsAmerica in the Time of is a series of nine books arranged chronologically, meaning that events are described in the order in which they happened. In each book, most articles deal with a particular event or part of American history. This book is about America from 1948 to 1976.
America in the Time of Susan B. Anthony
by Sally Senzell IsaacsUses the life of Susan B. Anthony as a reference to examine the development of the United States from 1845 to 1928.
America In The Time Of Abraham Lincoln: 1815 to 1869
by Sally Senzell IsaacsUses the life of Abraham Lincoln as a reference to examine the history of the United States from 1815 to 1869.