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Clumsy Crab (Ocean Adventures)
by Ruth GallowayNipper doesn't like his huge, clumsy claws. They are no use at all and they just get in the way. Nipper would much rather have tickly arms like Octopus, or tentacles like Sea Jelly, or flippety flippers and fins like Turtle and the fish. But one day, when he is playing with his friends, Nipper finds that his claws are very useful after all!
Clutter Clean-out and Other Stories (Felicity Wishes)
by Emma ThomsonClutter Clean Out - Felicity's compulsive shopping habit means it's time for a clean out but what can she do with it all? Surely her creative fairy friends will have some ideas. . . River Rescue - The fairies think a picnic by the river is the perfect way to spend a day, but someone has been there before them. . . Seed Surprise - Felicity's terrified of creepy crawlies so Daisy's organic garden idea doesn't appeal, but the lure of organic strawberry milkshakes may change her mind!
Clyde Likes to Slide (Clyde the Hippo)
by Keith MarantzIn this entertaining 8x8, Clyde can't wait to go down the slide--until he sees how high it is!Clyde has a problem: He's at the top of the slide at the playground, only it's much higher than the slide he's used to at home, so he starts to imagine all the things that could go wrong. What if the slide is too hot? What if it starts to rain? What if he goes down so fast, he shoots off into space? There's only one way to find out--but can he do it?
Clydeo Takes a Bite Out of Life (Clydeo)
by Jennifer AnistonFrom global superstar and everyone’s F-R-I-E-N-D Jennifer Aniston comes a delectable and fun-filled picture book about self-discovery and self-confidence starring her food-loving dog Clydeo! Everyone in the Clyde family knows what their “thing” is, except Clydeo.Clydeo doesn’t love to surf like his uncle. He isn’t into painting blindfolded like his cousin. And digging for dinosaur bones like his aunt is definitely not his thing. Clydeo tries everything he can think of, but nothing seems to make his world sparkle. Will Clydeo ever find what he loves to do most?Find out in this relatable and heartwarming story brought to you by actress, producer, and entrepreneur Jennifer Aniston.
Coat of Many Colors (Trophy Picture Bks.)
by Dolly PartonDolly Parton lends the lyrics of her classic song "Coat of Many Colors" to this heartfelt picture book for young readers.Country music legend Dolly Parton's rural upbringing in the Smoky Mountains of Tennessee provides the backdrop for this special picture book. Using lyrics from her classic song "Coat of Many Colors," the book tells the story of a young girl in need of a warm winter coat. When her mother sews her a coat made of rags, the girl is mocked by classmates for being poor. But Parton's trademark positivity carries through to the end as the girl realizes that her coat was made with love "in every stitch." Beautiful illustrations pair with Parton's poetic lyrics in this heartfelt picture book sure to speak to all young readers.
El cobertizo del abuelo (¡Arriba la Lectura!, Level A #19)
by Annette Smith Giovana MedierosNIMAC-sourced textbook. ¿Sabías que puedes divertirte con las cosas que hay en un cobertizo? ¡Mira estas ideas!
Cobras (Snakes Ser.)
by Melissa HigginsCobras strike prey with their venomous fangs. Read about these hooded hunters.
Coco and the Caterpillars
by Geraldo ValérioA boy loves his garden, and everything in it, especially all the tiny insects. But … his pet chicken Coco loves them too! When a boy finds a clutch of butterfly eggs in his garden, he can’t stop thinking about the beautiful butterflies they will become. He keeps the eggs a secret from Coco, who finds all the insects in the garden yummy! The boy watches as the eggs hatch, and brightly striped caterpillars appear, growing bigger and juicier every day. But one day, when his back is turned, Coco gobbles up the caterpillars and falls ill. The boy is torn between worry for Coco and sorrow that the caterpillars have been eaten. But then he makes a wonderful discovery — his dream of butterflies in the garden just might come true after all. Artist Geraldo Valério brings us a charming story inspired by his childhood passion for the butterflies in his family’s garden. Key Text Features dialogue illustrations speech bubbles Correlates to the Common Core State Standards in English Language Arts: CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.K.7 With prompting and support, describe the relationship between illustrations and the story in which they appear (e.g., what moment in a story an illustration depicts). CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.1.3 Describe characters, settings, and major events in a story, using key details. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.1.9 Compare and contrast the adventures and experiences of characters in stories.
Cocoa the Tour Dog: A Children's Picture Book
by Adam Mansbach Stick Figure#1 best-selling reggae artist Stick Figure (Scott Woodruff) and #1 New York Times best-selling author Adam Mansbach team up for a sweet, funny children's picture book about a real-life rescue dog turned worldwide icon Cocoa the Tour Dog is the saga of an Australian shepherd who meets her soul mate: a struggling musician, Scott, with dreams of spreading love on stages across the globe. When Scott's work starts to pay off, Cocoa wanders onstage herself and finds sudden fame—and the two of them embark on an adventure that takes them around the world playing music, delighting fans, and ignoring leash laws. But as the pace of life quickens, Cocoa begins to feel worn out—she misses the simpler times, and she's no longer seeing the world with puppy eyes. Luckily, Scott has just the thing to restore Cocoa's sense of wonder: a little sister dog. The two of them set off on an adventure to add Molly to the family, and soon Cocoa is teaching the puppy all about life on the road . . . and even how to take it to the stage.
Code of Silence: Living a Lie Comes with a Price (The Code of Silence Novels #3)
by Tim ShoemakerTelling the Truth Could Get Them Killed. Remaining Silent Could Be Worse. When Cooper, Hiro, and Gordy witness a robbery that leaves a man in a coma, they find themselves tangled in a web of mystery and deceit that threatens their lives. After being seen by the criminals—who may also be cops—Cooper makes everyone promise never to reveal what they have seen. Telling the truth could kill them. But remaining silent means an innocent man takes the fall, and a friend never receives justice. Is there ever a time to lie? And what happens when the truth is dangerous? The three friends, trapped in a code of silence, must face the consequences of choosing right or wrong when both options have their price.
Coding (Real World Math): Puzzles, Games, Challenges, And Computer Coding Concepts For The Problem Solver In You
by Jennifer SzymanskiFollow the robot and get ready to use math to learn to code!1 robot … 2 robots … 3! Programmers use math every day to write code that helps computers and robots do their jobs. Join a real coder to learn about STEPS of a program, PATTERNS in code, IF/THEN statements, and more. Then test your math skills with special You Can Do It challenges.This brand-new series demonstrates how math skills can be applied to high-interest topics and careers in Coding, Building, Tracking Animals, and Space Exploration. The K-2 math concepts include counting 1-100 with basic addition and subtraction, using the power of 10, measuring, and simple geometry. Real world scientists, architects, programmers, and mathematicians model hands-on, from-the-field experiences in a way that will make children excited to use and expand their math skills!
Cog
by Greg van EekhoutFive robots. One unforgettable journey. Their programming will never be the same. Wall-E meets The Wild Robot in this middle grade instant classic about five robots on a mission to rescue their inventor from the corporation that controls them all. Cog looks like a normal twelve-year-old boy. But his name is short for “cognitive development,” and he was built to learn. But after an accident leaves him damaged, Cog wakes up in an unknown lab—and Gina, the scientist who created and cared for him, is nowhere to be found. Surrounded by scientists who want to study him and remove his brain, Cog recruits four robot accomplices for a mission to find her.Cog, ADA, Proto, Trashbot, and Car’s journey will likely involve much cognitive development in the form of mistakes, but Cog is willing to risk everything to find his way back to Gina.In this charming stand-alone adventure, Greg van Eekhout breathes life and wisdom into an unforgettable character and crafts a story sure to earn its place among beloved classics like Katherine Applegate’s The One and Only Ivan.
Cognitive Development for Academic Achievement: Building Skills and Motivation
by James P. ByrnesThis integrative text spotlights what educators need to know about children's cognitive development across grade levels (PreK-12) and content areas. The book provides a concise introduction to developmental neuroscience and theories of learning. Chapters on general cognitive abilities probe such crucial questions as what children are capable of remembering at different ages, what explains differences in effort and persistence, and how intelligence and aptitudes relate to learning. Domain-specific chapters focus on the development of key academic skills in reading, writing, math, science, and history. Multiple influences on academic achievement and motivation are explored, including school, family, cultural, and socioeconomic factors. Each chapter concludes with clear implications for curriculum and instruction.
The Cold Caper! (Pictureback(R))
by Courtney CarboneGirls and boys ages 4 to 6 will leap into this full-color, action-packed adventure storybook featuring the most iconic female super hero of all time—Wonder Woman!
Cold Snap
by Eileen SpinelliWarm up with this charming neighborly tale about a small town determined to beat the deep freeze from a beloved picture-book author and a two-time Caldecott Honor illustrator! It&’s snowy cold in the town of Toby Mills. The thermometer is sinking toward zero, and the icicle hanging from the nose of General Toby&’s statue is growing closer to the ground. The newspaper headline reads &“COLD SNAP!&” The people of the town are losing hope—and the feeling in their toes—until the mayor&’s wife saves the day with a toasty treat.
El Coleccionista de Palabras (The Word Collector)
by Peter H. ReynoldsFrom the beloved bestselling creator of The Dot and our own Happy Dreamer. An inspiring story about the transformative and profound power of words.Some people collect stamps.Some people collect coins.Some people collect art.And Jerome?Jerome collected words . . . The Spanish edition of The Word Collector! In this extraordinary tale from Peter H. Reynolds, Jerome discovers the magic of the words all around him -- short and sweet words, two-syllable treats, and multisyllable words that sound like little songs. Words that connect, transform, and empower. Algunas personas coleccionan sellos.Algunas personas coleccionan monedas.Algunas personas coleccionan arte.¿Y Jerónimo?Jerónimo coleccionaba palabras.En la edición en español de este extraordinario cuento de Peter H. Reynolds, Jerónimo descubre la magia de las palabras que lo rodean; palabras cortas y duces, palabras de dos sílabas, palabras de muchas sílabas que más bien parecen canciones. Palabras que conectan, transforman y lo hacen sentir a uno bien.
Colette's Lost Pet
by Isabelle ArsenaultColette can't find something to talk about with the new kids in the neighborhood...so she invents a pet! Her fib quickly escalates, and suddenly her parakeet is a larger-than-life world-traveler named Marie Antoinette. Have her new friends figured out her secret? What will they do?This charming story both clearly identifies the struggle of navigating a different experience, and demonstrates to kids a lovely and welcoming way to treat someone new in their community.
Colette's Lost Pet (A Mile End Kids Story #1)
by Isabelle ArsenaultA charming and funny story about navigating new places and friendships. Perfect for fans of Uni the Unicorn and Sparky.Colette is exploring her new neighborhood and wants to make friends. But when she encounters someone her age she&’s never met before, she doesn&’t know what to say—so she hastily invents a lost pet! Things spiral a bit out of control as a neighborhood-wide search party is assembled and Colette makes her pet bird more amazing with each telling. Will the neighborhood kids catch on to her ever-growing fib? This charming story both clearly identifies the struggle of navigating a different experience and demonstrates to kids a lovely and welcoming way to treat someone new in their community.
Colin Powell: A Little Golden Book Biography (Little Golden Book)
by Frank BerriosHelp your little one dream big with a Little Golden Book biography about Colin Powell, the first African American US secretary of state! Little Golden Book biographies are the perfect introduction to nonfiction for young readers—as well as fans of all ages!This Little Golden Book about Colin Powell--the son of immigrants who became a four-star general and the United States' first Black secretary of state--is an inspiring read-aloud for young readers.Look for more Little Golden Book biographies: • George W. Bush • John McCain • My LGB About the White House • My LGB About Johnny Appleseed
A Collection for Kate: Addition (Math Matters)
by Barbara deRubertisDiscover Math Matters! With over 15 million books sold worldwide, this award-winning series of easy-to-read books will help young readers ages 5–8 approach math with enthusiasm. Great for fans of MathStart or Step into Reading Math. It's Collection Week at school and Kate signs up to show a collection - which she doesn't have! Time is running out. What can she do?With engaging stories that connect math to kids&’ everyday lives, each book in the Teachers&’ Choice Award–winning Math Matters series focuses on a single concept and reinforces math vocabulary and skills. Bonus activities in the back of each book feature math and reading comprehension questions, and even more free activities online add to the fun! (Math topic: Addition)
A Collection of Rudyard Kipling's Just So Stories
by Rudyard KiplingHow did the rude Rhinoceros get his baggy skin? How did a 'satiably curious Elephant change the lives of his kin evermore? First told aloud to his young daughter ("O my Best Beloved"), Rudyard Kipling's inspired answers to these and other burning questions draw from the fables he heard as a child in India and the folktales he gathered from around the world. Now, in this sumptuous volume, Kipling's playful, inventive tales are brought to life by eight of today's celebrated illustrators, from Peter Sís's elegantly graphic cetacean in "How the Whale Got His Throat" to Satoshi Kitamura's amusingly expressive characters in "The Cat That Walked by Himself." From one of the world's greatest storytellers come eight classic tales just begging to be heard by a new generation — and a visual feast that offers a reward with every retelling.
Collections
by Margaret Ballinger Rachel GossetThe children in this story collect lots of different things. They keep them in jars, under the bed, and even in the closet.<P> What do you like to collect?<P> Where do you keep your collections?