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Watch Me (Orca Currents)
by Norah McClintockAt first Kaz intends to help the old lady who's fallen in the park. But then Kaz starts thinking about how he never gets what he wants. The next thing he knows, he's running away with her purse. The purse contains only five dollars and a battered watch. When Kaz learns who the old woman is and where the watch came from, he begins to understand consequences in a new way. This short novel is a high-interest, low-reading level book for middle-grade readers who are building reading skills, want a quick read or say they don’t like to read! The epub edition of this title is fully accessible.
Watch Out for Falling Iguanas: A Children's Picture Book
by Edwidge DanticatPerfect for readers of all ages, this captivating picture book teaches children about iguanas’ unique behaviors while celebrating the bonds between generations and the wonders of the natural world. ON A RARE CHILLY DAY IN MIAMI, Florida, young Leila sets off for school bundled up in her bright red jacket. But this isn’t just any cold day—her grandmother, Grandma Issa, gives her an unusual warning: “Watch out for falling iguanas.” As Leila navigates her morning, she can’t stop thinking about Grandma’s strange words. From remembering dodging coconuts and seeing her parents’ car being held up by chickens crossing the road to admiring roaming peacocks, Leila’s day is full of curious encounters. But nothing prepares her for the moment she sees an iguana drop from a tree. Join Leila, her close friends, and her teacher Ms. Benoit on an unexpected adventure as they discover why these tropical creatures fall from trees during cold snaps. With charming illustrations by acclaimed Jamaican artist Rachel Moss and a truly heartwarming story, Watch Out for Falling Iguanas is a delightful tale about family, friendship, and the surprises nature can bring.
Watch Out! Animals with Surprising Defenses (Fountas & Pinnell Classroom, Guided Reading Grade 4)
by Jacqueline AdamsFighting Back What happens when a big strong predator picks on someone smaller? If "someone smaller" is one of the creatures in this book, then good luck, predator! NIMAC-sourced textbook
Watch Out, Hollywood!
by Maria T. LennonHilarious tween heroine Charlie C. Cooper--reformed bully, misguided fashionista, and so-called middle child--is back! This sequel to Confessions of a So-called Middle Child will delight fans of Louise Rennison, Mean Girls, and Harriet the Spy.Charlie's adventures offer a fresh look at middle school, bullying, and mean girls. In Book Two, Charlie navigates sudden celebrity and auditions for a television series, but a little white lie may endanger the one friendship Charlie can truly count on--and her connection to swoon-worthy crush Bobby! Poignant and seriously funny, Charlie's account of her dilemma is one all tweens will relate to.Charlie knows what it feels like to be stuck in the middle, but it's finally her time to shine. After saving her friend Marta in the old Houdini tunnels of Los Angeles, Charlie's become a local hero, gained sudden celebrity, and *MIGHT* just become a TV star! But will Charlie let her newfound fame go to her head? Watch out, Hollywood!
Watch Out, World - Rosy Cole Is Going Green!
by Sheila GreenwaldRosy's team comes up with some creative ideas for the Read School Fall Fair, whose mission is to sell "green-themed" products.
Watch Out, World—Rosy Cole Is Going Green
by Sheila GreenwaldRosy Cole is thrilled when Mrs. Oliphant selects her idea, "Nature's Gifts," as one of the themes for the school's fall fair. Rosy's team will be gathering rocks, shells, and sea-glass, and with a little bit of paint, they'll turn natural history into works of art. Now that's what Rosy calls imagination!But Rosy's imagination gets the better of her when she decides to babysit a friend' composting worms. With thousands of wigglers to take care of, things get more than a little messy. How will Rosy ever get out of this one?Watch Out, World--Rosy Cole is Going Green is a 2011 Bank Street - Best Children's Book of the Year.
Watch Wolf: Watch Wolf (Wolves of the Beyond #3)
by Kathryn LaskyA wolf's eye view of the legends of Ga'Hoole in this stirring third installment of the Wolves of Beyond series by bestselling author Kathryn Lasky.Born with a twisted paw, Faolan was abandoned as a wolf pup and left to die. But not only did he survive and make it back to the wolf clan, he proved himself to be one of the most worthy wolves of all. But just as Faolan is about to take his place as one of the revered Wolves of the Watch, a fellow watch wolf goes missing. Faolan is sent to track her down and makes a horrifying discovery - she has been kidnapped by bears. A war is coming between the wolves and the bears, and only Faolan can stop it.
Watch Your Step
by T. R. BurnsWhen the Kilter Academy students go on retreat with their parents, it's the more mischief the merrier in this third book of a trouble-loving middle grade series!Seamus Hinkle has encountered a good deal of mystery and a lot of secrets since he first started at Kilter Academy. The longer he's there, the more unanswered questions he seems to have. At last it seems like he just might get some answers as he and his troublemaker friends prepare for a huge event: a Kilter Academy retreat in the Adirondack mountains with all the students...and their parents. Will Seamus finally learn how his own mother is connected to Annika, the mercurial headmistress of Kilter? Will he discover Annika's true purpose for the Kilter students? And how will the students from the rival school, the Incriminators, play into all of this? It's hard to say, but one thing is for sure--there will be plenty of trouble along the way!
Watch Your Tail!: Watch Your Tail! (Geronimo Stilton Cavemice #2)
by Geronimo StiltonIn this fun spin-off to the bestselling middle grade adventure series, young readers meet the prehistoric ancestor of mouse journalist Geronimo Stilton.Who is Geronimo Stiltonoot? He is a cavemouse—Geronimo Stilton’s ancient ancestor. He runs the stone newspaper in the prehistoric village of Old Mouse City. From dealing with dinosaurs to dodging meteorites, his life in the Stone Age is full of adventure!Geronimo Stiltonoot wakes up to a terrible morning. Meteors are falling from the sky, and it seems like everyone in Old Mouse City has an awful stomachache! Geronimo must travel to the Cave of Memories to find the ancient shaman cure for his fellow cavemice. But dangers lurk on his journey—can he make it back home safely?Praise for the Geronimo Stilton Cavemice series:“Fans of the other Geronimo Stilton books will definitely embrace the over-the-top silliness in this new spin-off.” —BooklistPraise for Geronimo Stilton’s books:“Lightning pace and full-color design will hook kids in a flash.” —Publishers Weekly
Watch the Sky
by Kirsten HubbardThe signs are everywhere. Jory's stepfather, Caleb, says. Red leaves in the springtime. Pages torn from a library book. All the fish in an aquarium facing the same way. A cracked egg with twin yolks. Everywhere and anywhere. And because of them, Jory's life is far from ordinary. He must follow a very specific set of rules: don't trust anyone outside the family, have you rwork boots at the ready just in case, and always, always watch out for the signs. The end is coming, and they must be prepared. School is Jory's only escape from Caleb's tight grasp, and with the help of new friends, he begins to explore aworld beyond his family's desert ranch. As Jory's friendships grow, Caleb notifies Jory's mother and siblings that the time has come for final preparations. They begin an exhausting schedule, digging a shelter where they will live until the disaster is over. But as the hole gets deeper, so does the family's doubt about whether Caleb's prophecy is true. When the stark reality of what it will mean to live underground becomes clear, Jory must choose between living his own life or following behind Caleb, shutting his eyes to the bright world he's just begun to see.
Watcher in the Piney Woods (Mysteries through History #9)
by Elizabeth McDavid JonesAs the Civil War draws to a close, a young Virginia girl grieving over the death of her brother meets a Confederate deserterAs the Civil War rages nearby, Cassie Willis and her family struggle to scrape a living from their small Virginia farm, while Cassie&’s father and beloved brother, Jacob, are away fighting with the Confederate army. When a letter arrives with the news that Jacob has been killed, Cassie and her dog, Hector, immediately go to the secret hiding place Cassie and Jacob shared—a thicket deep in the piney woods. But when she finds the remains of a campsite, she realizes that someone has been living in their special place. Suddenly afraid, Cassie tries to flee, but runs smack into a Confederate deserter. With Hector&’s help, she escapes. But she can&’t forget the man&’s crazed eyes—or the way he threatened her. Soon, Cassie begins to have the strange feeling that she&’s being watched—and then things start disappearing from the farm. Has the deserter returned to make good on his warnings, or is someone else lurking in the woods, waiting to harm Cassie and her family? This ebook includes a historical afterword.
Watching Jimmy
by Nancy HartryA novel of danger, warmth, and dark humor -- about a brain-damaged young boy and the friend who knows a terrible secret.Watching Jimmy is an impossible-to-put-down novel full of danger, warmth, and dark humor. With shocking candor, young Carolyn relates the truth about what really happened to her best friend, Jimmy, when his Uncle Ted chose the perfect time to teach him a lesson he'd never forget. The truth is, Jimmy didn't fall from a swing like Uncle Ted claims -- Carolyn knows, because she saw everything. According to her, "Uncle Ted just didn't count on me, Carolyn, [being] perched in a tree where the park and the parking lot meet." With the dreadful secret locked away, Carolyn walks an emotional tightrope. No matter what else is happening in this post-war era, she must keep an eye on poor, brain-damaged Jimmy: making sure he behaves, keeping him clean, and keeping him safe -- especially from Uncle Ted. But when Uncle Ted threatens his beleaguered family with even more abuse and the loss of their home, Carolyn must find the courage to match wits with him and to speak out, using the truth as her only weapon. But perhaps her biggest challenge will lie in finding a way to get Jimmy the expensive operation he needs to relieve the pressure on his brain, because:"As I told you, our Jimmy is not a mental defective like people say. Our Jimmy is in there. He's in there. This I know." Set in 1958, Watching Jimmy is a brilliant portrait of a time past, a family of strong women, and a resourceful young girl who exudes character, resilience, and, most of all, love.From the Hardcover edition.
Water (A True Book)
by Christin DitchfieldDescribes the properties and uses of water, its importance to life on earth, and the water cycle.
Water (Readers)
by Melissa StewartWater is all around us; we drink it every day. In this level 3 reader, kids will learn about the water cycle, discovering how rain and snow flow into our lakes, rivers, and oceans, and later evaporate into the sky again. Vivid photography and accessible text make this book an ideal introduction to the science of water.
Water Bomb Fight
by Soraya YvetteThrough her first book, Water Bomb Fight, author Soraya Yvette hopes to see children and teens read and experience a healthy, fun and colourful story that will teach them to enter into a close relationship with Father God in all they see and do. This true story is based on Christian-themes, and set in the author's native country of Australia. Many of the events take place in the backyard of her suburban home, and center around the activities of her two sons, Matt and Tim, their notorious water bomb adventures, and their real family pets. Water Bomb Fight is a hilarious and captivating story that expresses the love and nature of Christ.
Water Cycles (DK Life Cycles)
by DKDive into the lifecycle of water and discover how it supports all life forms, how humans harness its power, and why we need to conserve it.From snowflakes falling from the clouds, deep ocean currents to hot springs, and water in space, this children&’s nature book showcases the beauty and power of water in the natural world. Inside the pages of this fascinating science book for kids, you&’ll discover: • Bite-size facts about inhabitants of freshwater and saltwater • Incredible photographs capture the power of water in nature • Great new angle about water and its many uses • Subjects included supports STEM learning • Cross-curricular science book - covering biology, the natural world, geography, global warming for kids, and much more The wonderful world of water awaits! Water is essential for life. We drink it, bathe in it, and thousands of creatures live in it. But we are running desperately low on it. Water Cycles shows children how important keeping hydrated is for our health and what we can do to save this life-giving substance in the face of climate change. This children&’s wildlife book is packed with incredible facts about water. Little ones will learn how it affects Earth&’s weather, through rainstorms, snow flurries, and cyclones, how it is used in growing food and in making electricity, as well as how water travels into our homes at the turn of a tap.From rushing rivers to vast oceans full of animals and plants, water is everywhere. Children will love seeing starfishes, manatees, and orcas come to life through spectacular photography and illustrations. It&’s the perfect gift for kids aged 7-9 years who love nature and its processes!
Water Power
by Tea BenduhnIf you've ever seen a crashing ocean wave or a rushing waterfall, you've seen water power in action. People have used flowing water to do work for centuries. Today, water power is a dependable resource for making electricity. Learn why water is such a great source of energy and the different ways we might use it in the future.
Water Rolls, Water Rises / El agua rueda, el agua sube: El Agua Rueda, El Agua Sube
by Pat MoraNow in paperback: In a series of poetic verses in both English and Spanish, readers learn about the movement and moods of water around the world and the ways in which water affects different landscapes and cultures.Water rolls/El agua rueda onto the shore/hacia la orilla under the sun, under the moon./bajo el sol, bajo la luna. Here is an ode to the beauty of the natural world as expressed by the movement and moods of water. With every evocative verse, we visit one of fourteen different water landscapes and cultural areas around the world. Each is stunningly illustrated with a breathtaking view of the drama, joy, power, serenity, grandeur, or peacefulness of water. From the Grand Canal of Venice to Qutang Gorge in China, from the Sahara in Morocco to the Andes of Chile, we learn about the world through the lens of water, our most precious, life-giving resource.
Water Runs Through This Book
by Nancy Bo FloodA beautiful combination of photographs, verse, and narration celebrating the most essential ingredient to life: water. Author and educator Nancy Bo Flood explores this ever-changing and mysterious element. Poems and stories celebrating water are paired with stunning photographs from Jan Sonnenmair. Water Runs Through This Book will inspire a passion for the wonders of nature.Nancy Bo Flood is an author, psychologist, teacher, and mother who writes about what she enjoys--children and foreign cultures. She has taught in several different cultures, including Japan, Saipan of Micronesia, Hawaii, and Samoa. She lives on the Navajo Reservation in northern Arizona.Jan Sonnenmair is an award-winning Portland, Oregon, based commercial and documentary photographer who focuses her work on women, children and social issues around the world. Jan helps NGOs, corporations, universities, and publications tell stories with imagery.
Water Sings Blue: Ocean Poems
by Kate Coombs Meilo SoCome down to the shore with this rich and vivid celebration of the ocean! With watercolors gorgeous enough to wade in by award-winning artist Meilo So and playful, moving poems by Kate Coombs, Water Sings Blue evokes the beauty and power, the depth and mystery, and the endless resonance of the sea.
Water Steps
by A. LaFayeFrom A. LaFaye, a heartwarming tale of high adventure, family lore, and learning to conquer fear.Shape-shifting selkies, baby-stealing fairies, and spitting in water as a test for liars: Kyna&’s adoptive parents have an endless stream of stories to keep her amused. But no matter how hard they try, Kyna can&’t get over her fear of the water. As a small child, a storm at sea claimed her family, and nearly took her own life. Now even bathwater sets her on edge.When Kyna&’s parents announce that they&’ve rented a summer house on &“magical&” Lake Champlain, Kyna begs to be left home for the summer. No such luck. Once there, she explores the forests and the hillsides and resolves to stay as far from the water as possible. But when a new friend sets out to prove that there are selkies in the lake, Kyna finds herself far too close to the water, and dangerously close to a truth she can&’t believe.
Water Wishes (A Stepping Stone Book(TM))
by Mallory LoehrNine-year-old Polly and her younger brother, Sam, find a corked bottle at the beach. Inside is an ancient parchment promising three wishes. Before their adventure is over, older brother Joe will disappear and Polly and Sam will have to journey under the sea to get him back! This first book in the new Magic Elements quartet combines magic and adventure in an easy-to-read format perfect for the in-between reader.From the Trade Paperback edition.
Water, Fire, Food: Treat Water, Build a Fire in the Rain, Find Food in the Wild (A True Book (Relaunch))
by Diane VukovicLearn basic survival skills and connect with nature!Knowing how to find safe drinking water, how to build a fire, and which foods are safe to eat — as well as which are not — are skills that every outdoor adventurer needs. Did you know that you can find edible plants right in your own backyard? Or that certain insects are super nutritious? Learn all this and more in Food, Water, and Fire—a book that gives kids the confidence they need to get outside and explore.ABOUT THE SERIES:Learning basic survival skills will give every kid the confidence — and the know-how — to handle emergencies and extreme situations. It also helps them feel comfortable and secure when they’re connecting with the outdoors while hiking, backpacking, or simply exploring the woods. The books in the Survival Skills series teach kids how to build a shelter from found materials, how to navigate (even without a compass), how to treat injuries in case of emergency, and so much more. These essential skills will give them the tools to take care of themselves in any situation.
Water, Water Will Be Mine: A Play based on a Folktale from the Taita of Kenya
by Pat BetteleyDuring a drought, the animals work together to find water. But Sungura the clever rabbit doesn't want to play by the rules.