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Ada Lace Sees Red
by Emily Calandrelli Renée Kurilla Tamson WestonFrom Emily Calandrelli—host of Xploration Outer Space, correspondent on Bill Nye Saves the World, and graduate of MIT—comes the second novel in a brand-new chapter book series about an eight-year-old girl with a knack for science, math, and solving mysteries with technology.Ada Lace is building a new robot! She’s determined to beat Milton in the upcoming robotics competition. But she’s distracted—Ada finds her dad’s art class impossible, while Nina is the star of the class, basking in the glory of being Mr. Lace’s star pupil. When Mr. Lace suggests that Nina put on an art show, Ada becomes jealous and loses her temper. Now Ada isn’t speaking to her dad, she’s falling behind in art class, and she still doesn’t know how to fix her robot. As the competition looms closer, Ada starts to wonder if there might be a way to use both science and art to solve her problems. Will Ada make up with her father in time to test her hypothesis? Or will her hurt feelings leave her seeing red and without a medal at the end of the day?
Ada Lace, Take Me to Your Leader: Ada Lace, On The Case; Ada Lace Sees Red; Ada Lace, Take Me To Your Leader; Ada Lace And The Impossible Mission (An Ada Lace Adventure #3)
by Emily Calandrelli Renée Kurilla Tamson WestonFrom Emily Calandrelli—host of Xploration Outer Space, correspondent on Bill Nye Saves the World, and graduate of MIT—comes the third novel in a fun illustrated chapter book series about an eight-year-old girl with a knack for science, math, and solving mysteries with technology.Third grader and inventor extraordinaire Ada Lace likes nothing more than to tinker with mechanics like her robot, George. Her latest project is to fix up a ham radio, something that she could use to contact people on this planet…and beyond. The only problem is that she just can’t get it to work properly. During a sleepover, Ada’s best friend Nina hears something strange coming from the radio in the middle of the night. A distant voice says, “Release the swarm!” convincing Nina that aliens are about to invade planet Earth. Could Ada and Nina have stumbled upon something…extraterrestrial?
Ada Lovelace Cracks the Code (Rebel Girls Chapter Books)
by Rebel Girls Corinne PurtillFrom the world of Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls comes a story based on the exciting real-life adventures of Ada Lovelace, one of the world's first computer programmers.Growing up in nineteenth century London, England, Ada is curious about absolutely everything. She is obsessed with machines and with creatures that fly. She even designs her own flying laboratory!According to her mother, Ada is a bit too wild, so she encourages Ada to study math. At first Ada thinks: Bleh! Who can get excited about a subject without pictures? But she soon falls in love with it. One day she encounters a mysterious machine, and from that moment forward Ada imagines a future full of possibility-one that will eventually inspire the digital age nearly two hundred years later.Ada Lovelace Cracks the Code is the story of a pioneer in the computer sciences, and a testament to women's invaluable contributions to STEM throughout history.This historical fiction chapter book also includes additional text on Ada Lovelace's lasting legacy, as well as educational activities designed to teach simple coding and mathematical concepts.About the Rebel Girls Chapter Book SeriesMeet extraordinary real-life heroines in the Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls chapter book series! Introducing stories based on the lives and times of extraordinary women in global history, each stunningly designed chapter book features beautiful illustrations from a female artist as well as bonus activities in the backmatter to encourage kids to explore the various fields in which each of these women thrived. The perfect gift to inspire any young reader!
Ada Twist's Big Project Book for Stellar Scientists: 40+ Things to Discover, Draw, and Make (The Questioneers)
by Andrea BeatyAlong the way, Ada Twist will help her fellow young scientists solve mysteries big and small and show how the powerful impact of scientific research is felt all around us. Do you ask questions? Is why your favorite word? Do you like to search for answers and conduct experiments? Then you’re a scientist, just like Ada Twist, and this book is for you! Here young scientists have the opportunity to explore all of Ada’s favorite sciences—from botany to astronomy to chemistry, and everything in between. They’ll create experiments, follow the scientific method, and learn to look more closely at the world around them. Track the phases of the moon Build an aquascope Grow plants in your own garden Watch decomposition at work Record weather changes Observe a chemical reaction Design a vehicle powered by renewable energy And much more! For any parent who wants STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) to be fun for their girl or boy, this book is packed with experiments and activities designed to inspire children to be excited about science, school, and learning.
Adaline Falling Star
by Mary Pope OsborneLOVE AND LOYALTY PUT TO THE TEST<P> Adaline is a fiery child--an irrepressible combination of her white explorer father Kit Carson and her Arapaho mother. When Ma dies and Pa sets off on an expedition out West, Adaline finds herself living in St. Louis with racist white relatives who call her a savage and work her like a slave.<P> When Adaline realizes she may have been abandoned, she decides to find her own way back to her mother's people, where she is sure her father will find her. With the company of a stray dog, Adaline sets out on a journey that will either save her life--or end it...
Adam Canfield, Watch Your Back!
by Michael WineripThe star reporter is caught up in a big scoop -- but this time it's about him -- in a savvy, engaging story that takes on school bullies and other tyrants. For over programmed middle-grader Adam Canfield, waking up to a snow day is a dream come true -- a chance to sleep late, put off planning the next issue of "The Slash", and make some quick cash with his shovel. But the dream turns into a nightmare when some high-school kids mug Adam for his shoveling money. Then not only does the media blast the embarrassing story, but Adam's own co-editors plan a contest outing bullies at their school. In a second look behind the scenes at a middle school newspaper, Michael Winerip deftly blends kid-friendly humor with some provocative issues, including the subtle effects of class and racism and the thrill that comes from speaking truth to power.
Adam of the Road (Newbery Library Puffin Series)
by Elizabeth Janet GrayAwarded the John Newbery Medal as "the most distinguished contribution to American literature for children" in the year of its publication. "A road's a kind of holy thing," said Roger the Minstrel to his son, Adam. "That's why it's a good work to keep a road in repair, like giving alms to the poor or tending the sick. It's open to the sun and wind and rain. It brings all kinds of people and all parts of England together. And it's home to a minstrel, even though he may happen to be sleeping in a castle." And Adam, though only eleven, was to remember his father's words when his beloved dog, Nick, was stolen and Roger had disappeared and he found himself traveling alone along these same great roads, searching the fairs and market towns for his father and his dog. Here is a story of thirteenth-century England, so absorbing and lively that for all its authenticity it scarcely seems "historical." Although crammed with odd facts and lore about that time when "longen folke to goon on pilgrimages," its scraps of song and hymn and jongleur's tale of the period seem as new minted and fresh as the day they were devised, and Adam is a real boy inside his gay striped surcoat.
Adam Sharp #1: The Spy Who Barked (Adam Sharp #1)
by George Edward StanleyEight-year-old spy Adam Sharp pursues the very short Ambassador of Barkastan, who has stolen a top secret computer program, DOGBARK, that will let him understand the language of dogs.
Adam Sharp #2: London Calling (Adam Sharp #2)
by George Edward Stanley Guy FrancisBig Ben has been stolen! Only IM--8's top agent Adam Sharp can crack this case. But when Adam gets to London he finds cowgirls square-dancing in Buckingham Palace and cowboys having a hoedown at the Houses of Parliament. Has England gone hog-wild?
Adam Sharp #3: Swimming with Sharks (Adam Sharp #3)
by George Edward Stanley Guy FrancisSomething is sinking the world's ships! Eight-year-old super spy Adam Sharp dives right in to figure out what's going on. But he never expected to see huge robot sharks biting holes in the bottom of the ships. And he certainly never expected to see the words "MADE IN BERMUDA" on the sharks' metal bellies!From the Trade Paperback edition.
Adam Sharp #4: Operation Spy School (Adam Sharp #4)
by George Edward Stanley Guy FrancisIt's reading, writing, and reconnaissance for Adam Sharp and the other IM-8 agents when they go back to spy school. But even the hallowed halls of learning aren't safe from evil. Someone is leaking IM-8 secrets! Could there be a spy at spy school? Only Adam Sharp can find out!
Adam Sharp #5: Moose Master (Adam Sharp #5)
by George Edward Stanley Guy FrancisTimber! It's off with the tuxedo and on with a red jacket when Adam Sharp goes undercover as a Mountie in Canada's north woods. Ecanem, a mysterious logging company, is hogging Canada's lumber business, so the Mounties call on superspy Adam Sharp to get to the bottom of things. Will this wanabee Mountie get his man--or, in this case, will he only get a moose?
Adaptation and Survival
by Robert SneddenThe book explains how living things develop features to adapt themselves to their environment, improve their chances of survival and also about the natural selection process.
Adaptations for Saxon Math Student Reference Guide Intermediate 3-5
by Pat WrigleyNIMAC-sourced textbook
Adara
by Beatrice Gormley"The soldier heaved me over his shoulder as if I were a spring lamb. I am not Israelite!" I screamed, beat his back, hurting my hands. "Let me go." Adara has always longed to do the things that well-brought-up girls of her time are not supposed to do. She wants to learn to read and write -- like men. And she wants the freedom to travel -- like men -- outside the boundaries of her sheltered life. One day she awakens to a blast of trumpets as the Israelites and Arameans battle just outside the safety of her village walls. Curious, Adara sneaks out to see the battle. Little does she know that this will be her last day of freedom for a very long time. Sold into slavery, Adara becomes a servant to General Namaan and his family and begins a remarkable journey of self-discovery, healing, and redemption -- a journey that, in the end, faces her with the hardest decision of her life.
The Addams Family: The Junior Novel (The Addams Family)
by Calliope GlassThe Addams Family hits the big screen on October 11, 2019. The all-star cast includes Oscar Isaac, Charlize Theron, Chloe Grace Moretz, Finn Wolfhard, Nick Kroll, Bette Midler, Allison Janney, and Elsie Fisher.Based on the animated film, The Addams Family: The Junior Novel retells the entire mysterious and spooky story of the Addams family. This edition contains a full-color section of eye-catching art.The Addams family isn't your typical American family. Together, Gomez, Morticia, Wednesday, Pugsley, Mad Uncle Fester, and Grandma are an eccentric clan who delight in the macabre and are unaware that people find them a bit different than the rest of the neighborhood. Based on the famous New Yorker creations of Charles Addams, this animated action-comedy will follow the Addams family, whose lives begin to unravel when they face off against a crafty reality TV host while also preparing for their extended family to arrive for a major celebration, Addams-style.THE ADDAMS FAMILY © 2019 Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Pictures Inc. © 2019 Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios Inc. All Rights Reserved.
The Addams Family: Wednesday's Library (The Addams Family)
by Alexandra West Calliope GlassThe Addams Family hits the big screen on October 11, 2019. The all-star cast includes Oscar Isaac, Charlize Theron, Chloe Grace Moretz, Finn Wolfhard, Nick Kroll, Bette Midler, Allison Janney, and Elsie Fisher.From the dark mind of everyone’s favorite cult character, Wednesday Addams, comes this literary collection of creepy quotes and spooky short stories!This book is perfect for fans of all ages and includes quotes from Edgar Allan Poe, Shakespeare, Mary Shelley, and more. There’s no doubt that Wednesday’s Library is sure to be a favorite of goth girls everywhere!The Addams family isn’t your typical American family. Together, Gomez, Morticia, Wednesday, Pugsley, Mad Uncle Fester, and Grandmama are an eccentric, wealthy clan who delight in the macabre and are unaware that people find them bizarre or frightening. Based on the famous New Yorker creations of Charles Addams, this animated action-comedy will follow the Addams family, whose lives begin to unravel when they face off against a crafty reality TV host while also preparing for their extended family to arrive for a major celebration, Addams-style.THE ADDAMS FAMILY © 2019 Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Pictures Inc. © 2019 Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Addie Across the Prairie (Addie, Book #1)
by Laurie LawlorAddie's family is traveling by wagon to homestead on the vast Dakota Territory, and Addie soon learns that she has the pioneer spirit.
Addie and the King of Hearts (The Addie Mills Stories #4)
by Gail RockIn 1949 a special Valentine&’s Day dance in small-town Nebraska teaches thirteen-year-old Addie about real love Kids in Addie&’s seventh-grade class are starting to exchange rings and go steady, but Addie hates all that mush. When she grows up, she plans to be a real artist in New York City and never get married. Addie&’s best friend is Carla Mae Carter, whose family lives next door. Addie&’s worst friend, for as long as she can remember, has been annoying Tanya Smithers, who plans on becoming a ballet dancer. She&’s always twirling around or striking a dramatic pose to remind everyone how talented she is. Addie definitely does not have a crush on Billy Wild, even if he is tall and cute and has dark, curly hair and blue eyes. She&’s way too busy with her art for such silliness. Anyway, Tanya likes Billy—and they can have each other as far as Addie is concerned. But after Christmas break, the seventh-grade class gets a new teacher, Mr. Davenport, who has movie-star looks and studied art in college and even takes a special interest in Addie&’s paintings. Addie starts to notice a strange feeling in her stomach when she&’s around the handsome young teacher. Is this what love feels like? Is this what all the other girls have been giggling about? Addie suddenly starts to care about wearing dresses instead of jeans and getting her hairstyle just right. Will Addie get her moment with Mr. Davenport at the Valentine&’s Day dance? Or will her true king of hearts be someone in her class—someone she never expected?
Addie and the King Of Hearts
by Gail Rock[From the Back cover:] "Thirteen-year-old Addie Mills has special feelings for her new teacher, Mr. Davenport. Her immature friends don't understand her feelings, but Addie knows this is more than just a schoolgirl crush. Addie's sure her classmate Billy Wild will invite her to the Valentine's Dance, and she can't understand it when he asks another girl. Then Addie decides Billy's too young for her anyway, especially since Mr. Davenport has promised to tell her something special at the dance. Then, on that magical night, Mr. Davenport's news takes Addie by surprise. Why does love have to be so confusing?" The three other books about Addie by Gail Rock are in the Bookshare collection. Look for The House Without A Christmas Tree, The Thanksgiving Treasure and A Dream for Addie.
Addie's Dakota Winter (Addie, Book #2)
by Laurie LawlorAddie knew she had been a coward and a liar. Those awful boys were going to break Tilla's arms, and it was all Addie's fault. Would Tilla ever forgive her? In 1883, Addie Mills and her family traveled to Dakota and began a new way of life. Now school is starting, and more than anything, Addie wants a best friend. But how can she be friends with Tilla Bergstrom who is loud and rude and makes up stories? Some bullies, a blizzard, and a terrible loss help Addie understand the real meaning of friendship. Readers will also enjoy ADDIE ACROSS THE PRAIRIE, by Laurie Lawlor, which tells about Addie's first months as a Dakota pioneer.
Adding Talk To The Equation: A Self-Study Guide for Teachers and Coaches on Improving Math Discussions
by Lucy WestFor more than 20 years, Lucy West has been studying mathematical classroom discourse. She believes that teachers need to understand what their students are thinking as they grapple with rich mathematical tasks and that the best way to do so is through talking and listening. In this video-rich edition of Adding Talk to the Equation: Discussions and Discovery in Mathematics, she invites teachers into real-life classrooms where all students stay in the game, stay motivated about learning, and ultimately deepen their understanding. Designed for math teachers and coaches in grades 18, this self-study guide showcases elementary and middle school classrooms where teachers inspire even the most reluctant students to share their ideas. Through the stories of skilled teachers, West offers play-by-play commentary as they get more comfortable with new talk moves and learn to tune in and respond to students' math conversations. Although these discussions occur in math class, the strategies can be used to create a respectful, productive environment for any subject area. This video-based resource examines the importance of creating a safe learning environment; the value of thinking, reasoning, and questioning; the role of active, accountable listening; and the necessity of giving all students a you can do this message. West also emphasizes that slowing down, even in the face of time constraints, is crucial for creating a classroom where all students feel they have something to contribute. This guide includes transcripts of the case studies, with insightful commentary from West that gives you a window into her thinking and the complexities of the work she is doing with teachers, as well as her reflections on missed opportunities.
Addison Addley and the Things That Aren't There (Orca Young Readers)
by Melody DeFields McMillanAddison Addley hates math. He hates public speaking too. Actually, he hates anything that involves work, but he only has a couple of weeks to write and memorize his grade five speech. The problem is, he can't think of a single topic. When he finally comes up with an excellent idea for a speech, it almost writes itself, but it's his poor math skills that make speech day unforgettable.
Addison Addley and the Trick of the Eye (Orca Young Readers)
by Melody Defields McmillianAddison's mother wants to sell their comfortable old house and move into a townhouse in a new development across town - a shoe box near a shoe factory, Addison calls it. As usual, Addison's brain goes into overdrive as he tries to solve two problems: first he must get his mother to see their old house in a new light, and then he must figure out who is responsible for a rash of neighborhood break-ins that make his mother feel unsafe. With the help of his friend Sam, he puts his own unique spin on optical illusions (and home decor) and ends up surprising everyone, even himself.