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Legendborn (The Legendborn Cycle #1)
by Tracy DeonnAn Instant New York Times Bestseller! Winner of the Coretta Scott King - John Steptoe for New Talent Author Award Filled with mystery and an intriguingly rich magic system, Tracy Deonn&’s YA contemporary fantasy reinvents the King Arthur legend and &“braids together Southern folk traditions and Black Girl Magic into a searing modern tale of grief, power, and self-discovery&” (Dhonielle Clayton, New York Times bestselling author of The Belles).After her mother dies in an accident, sixteen-year-old Bree Matthews wants nothing to do with her family memories or childhood home. A residential program for bright high schoolers at UNC–Chapel Hill seems like the perfect escape—until Bree witnesses a magical attack her very first night on campus. A flying demon feeding on human energies. A secret society of so called &“Legendborn&” students that hunt the creatures down. And a mysterious teenage mage who calls himself a &“Merlin&” and who attempts—and fails—to wipe Bree&’s memory of everything she saw. The mage&’s failure unlocks Bree&’s own unique magic and a buried memory with a hidden connection: the night her mother died, another Merlin was at the hospital. Now that Bree knows there&’s more to her mother&’s death than what&’s on the police report, she&’ll do whatever it takes to find out the truth, even if that means infiltrating the Legendborn as one of their initiates. She recruits Nick, a self-exiled Legendborn with his own grudge against the group, and their reluctant partnership pulls them deeper into the society&’s secrets—and closer to each other. But when the Legendborn reveal themselves as the descendants of King Arthur&’s knights and explain that a magical war is coming, Bree has to decide how far she&’ll go for the truth and whether she should use her magic to take the society down—or join the fight.
The Legends of Greemulax
by Kimmy Schmidtp.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 16.0px 'Times New Roman'} span.s1 {font: 11.0px Cambria} Following in the tradition of J. K. Rowling and Roald Dahl, Kimmy Schmidt is an exciting new voice in middle-grade fantasy adventure. This debut will change the way boys and girls everywhere see the world -- and each other! p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 16.0px 'Times New Roman'} p.p2 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; text-indent: 48.0px; font: 16.0px 'Times New Roman'} span.s1 {font: 11.0px Cambria} Penn dreads the day that he will start to become a monster, but it's inevitable. The youngest of his tribe in Greemulax, he knows that as boys become men, they turn into powerful, hairy blue creatures called Grabagorns, and that their solemn vow is to never again be weak. Legend has it that dragons all but destroyed Greemulax years ago during a terrible time known as the Great Scorch. Not one of the tight-knit community's girls or women survived, and the men, ruled by Grabagorn Prime, have lived in mourning and anger ever since. But when one of Penn's dragon traps catches a real live girl named Kristy, he starts to question everything he thought was true.Together, Penn and Kristy set off on an adventure that will take them to a tugboat in a tree and through a treacherous lake of pudding, toward a candy forest guarded by dragons that might hold the answers they seek. The more time they spend with each other, however, the faster Penn transforms into the monster he fears, and the more Kristy seems to fade away into nothing. Can they reach their destination before it's too late?In recognition of this book's release, NBCUniversal is making a donation in support of Prevent Child Abuse America. p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 15.0px Calibri} span.s1 {color: #ff2500}
Legends of the Lost Causes (Legends Of The Lost Causes Ser. #1)
by Brad McLelland Louis SylvesterA band of orphan avengers. A cursed stone. A horde of zombie outlaws.This is Keech Blackwood’s new life after Bad Whiskey Nelson descends upon the Home for Lost Causes and burns it to the ground.With his home destroyed and his family lost, Keech will have to use the lessons he learned from Pa Abner to hunt down the powerful Char Stone. Luckily, he has the help of a ragtag team of orphans. Together, they’ll travel through treacherous forests, fight off the risen dead, and discover that they share mysterious bonds as they search for the legendary stone. Now it’s a race against the clock, because if Bad Whiskey finds the stone first…all is lost.But Keech and the other orphans won’t hesitate. Because they’re more than just heroes.They’re Lost Causes.Praise for Legends of the Lost CausesA Junior Library Guild selection"This is a fun and exciting story, written with the utmost respect for the Osage culture." —Wah-Zha-Zhi Cultural Center
Legends of the Martial Arts Masters
by Susan Lynn PetersonWhether you're an inspiring black belt or just a fan of martial arts action, you'll enjoy this collection of twenty exciting stories about the great heroes of the martial arts.The stories include dramatic victories, wily strategies, and triumphs over long odds--from the great Tsukahara Bokuden's cunning defeat of a troublemaking samurai to Wing Chun's brave self-defense against a brutish warlord. Children can read about Robert Trias, known as the "father of American karate" and Miyamoto Musashi, known as the "greatest sword fighter in history" and the author of the bestselling Book of Five Rings.Filled with action and amazing feats of martial arts wizardry, Legends of the Martial Arts Masters will inspire readers with stories of courage, combat, and self-discovery. Stories include: The General Fights a Bull The Great Wave The Hard Way to Find a Teacher The Three Sons The Style of No Sword A Bully Changes His Ways The Ballad of Mu-lan Twelve Warriors of Burma Wing Chun The Eighteen Hands And many more...ayGreat Power, Great ControlThe Strange Disappearance of Morihei UeshibaWhy Has Oyama Shaved His Head TwiceThe Bright Young ManA Tea Master Faces DeathThe CatHow Loyalty Saved Korean Martial ArtsA Kyudo Master Makes a BetFifty Thousand High Blocks
Legends of the Martial Arts Masters
by Susan Lynn PetersonThis exciting collection is made up of twenty dramatic adventures-with heroes ranging from Tamo, a monk who lived 1,500 years ago, to Robert Trias, who lived into the late 20th century. Filled with action, amazing feats, and martial arts wizardry, Legends of the Martial Arts Masters also promotes the virtues of discipline and courage to which martial artists aspire. The stories of how Gichin Funakoshi introduced karate to Japan, how Matsumura defeated a killer bull with guile instead of bloodshed, ad how Musashi won a duel without drawing his sword will dazzle students of martial arts. Legends of the Martial Arts Mastersis ideal for young readers interested in stories of courage, combat, and self-discovery.
Legends of the Martial Arts Masters
by Susan Lynn PetersonThis exciting collection is made up of twenty dramatic adventures-with heroes ranging from Tamo, a monk who lived 1,500 years ago, to Robert Trias, who lived into the late 20th century. Filled with action, amazing feats, and martial arts wizardry, Legends of the Martial Arts Masters also promotes the virtues of discipline and courage to which martial artists aspire. The stories of how Gichin Funakoshi introduced karate to Japan, how Matsumura defeated a killer bull with guile instead of bloodshed, ad how Musashi won a duel without drawing his sword will dazzle students of martial arts. Legends of the Martial Arts Mastersis ideal for young readers interested in stories of courage, combat, and self-discovery.
Leggings Revolt
by Monique PolakEric and his buddies have left behind their all boys school to attend high school with girls. Eager to find his place in this exciting new world, Eric joins the student life committee, unaware that he is expected to enforce the school's strict dress code. The dress code is particularly harsh on the girls he is keen to get to know. Eric finds this awkward, but it's nothing compared to the position he finds himself in when the whole school revolts.
Leggings Revolt (Orca Currents)
by Monique PolakEric and his buddies have left behind their all boys school to attend high school with girls. Eager to find his place in this exciting new world, Eric joins the student life committee, unaware that he is expected to enforce the school's strict dress code. The dress code is particularly harsh on the girls he is keen to get to know. Eric finds this awkward, but it's nothing compared to the position he finds himself in when the whole school revolts.
The LEGO Builder's Handbook: Become a Master Builder
by Deepak ShenoyForget step-by-step instructions — you&’re ready to design your own LEGO creations! The LEGO Builder&’s Handbook is the only guide you need for building totally out-of-this-world, wholly original models.What&’s the right scale to use for your LEGO model? How does SNOT, also known as sideways building, work? What&’s the trick to achieving smoother tapers? How do you design a LEGO sculpture? Find the answers to these questions and more in The LEGO Builder&’s Handbook. Unlock the secrets to advanced building techniques and take your creations to the next level.In this comprehensive, modern introduction to LEGO building, you&’ll learn how to:Build models that won&’t fall apart using masonry-inspired techniquesChoose the right pieces while mastering LEGO measurement units and the geometry of basic elementsBuild using a variety of scales to create realistic replicas of real-world structuresCreate LEGO mosaics, curved shapes, and 3D sculptures using software like BrickLink Studio, LEGO Art Remix, and LSculptFull-color and packed with detailed illustrations, this book will also show you how to:Apply half-stud offsets using jumper plates to add subtle textures and realistic details to your modelsUse SNOT (studs not on top) techniques to build sideways, creating shapes and details impossible with simple stackingBuild angled walls, cylinders, domes, and spheres using advanced techniques like brick bending, hinged polygons, and Lowell spheresUnlock the secrets of the master builders with The LEGO Builder&’s Handbook. Whether you&’re a beginner or a seasoned builder, you&’ll learn to push the boundaries of your creativity and build your own models, brick by brick.
Leilani: Una Novela en Espanol (La Búsqueda por la Razón #3)
by LM DeWaltPara Lily, para siempre no parece ser lo que implica. Habiendo finalmente encontrado el amor por cual ella añoró e instalándose en Lima, Perú, otra vez se encuentra de repente sola. Todos los que ella ama desaparecen uno tras otro y no puede hacer nada para pararlo. Incluso su nuevo hijo, que está al borde de la muerte, es raptado del hospital. Alguien o algo está detrás de las desapariciones y Lily jura no parar para nada antes de recuperarlos sin peligro, aunque en este mundo de vampiros y brujas, no todos parecen ser lo que parecen.
Leilani (The Quest For Reason Series #3)
by LM DeWalt"An exciting vampire adventure that will make you fall in love with paranormal genre all over again." — Page Turners (Lily) Lily, once a solitary and lonely vampire, has finally found the love she longed for in Christian, her husband and newly turned vampire. Once settled in Peru, life is finally taking on a semblance of normalcy—despite the bodyguards protecting them from a cadre of evil vampires desperate for revenge. Lily, Christian, and their friends are on a quest to find their newly adopted son&’s long-lost sister, a child with an uncontrollable power, when their son becomes gravely ill and is then taken from his hospital ward. When Christian also inexplicably disappears, and long buried secrets come to light, Lily&’s world is turned upside down, forcing her to question her desire to remain a part of the undead world in which she&’s lived for almost a century. Read all 3 books in The Quest For Reason series: Lily Datura Leilani
The Length of a String
by Elissa Brent WeissmanImani is adopted, and she's ready to search for her birth parents. But when she discovers the diary her Jewish great-grandmother wrote chronicling her escape from Holocaust-era Europe, Imani begins to see family in a new way.Imani knows exactly what she wants as her big bat mitzvah gift: to find her birth parents. She loves her family and her Jewish community in Baltimore, but she has always wondered where she came from, especially since she's black and almost everyone she knows is white. Then her mom's grandmother--Imani's great-grandma Anna--passes away, and Imani discovers an old journal among her books. It's Anna's diary from 1941, the year she was twelve and fled Nazi-occupied Luxembourg alone, sent by her parents to seek refuge in Brooklyn, New York. Anna's diary records her journey to America and her new life with an adoptive family of her own. And as Imani reads the diary, she begins to see her family, and her place in it, in a whole new way.
Lenses on Reading: An Introduction to Theories and Models
by Diane H. Tracey Lesley Mandel MorrowNow in a revised and updated fourth edition incorporating current advances in research and instructional practices, this well-established text accessibly introduces prominent theories and models related to reading. The book is organized chronologically, from classical approaches to contemporary cognitive, social learning, physiological, and affective perspectives. It emphasizes that the more lenses educators possess for examining reading processes, the better equipped they will be to understand and facilitate children's literacy development. Pedagogical features include framing and discussion questions, learning activities, teacher anecdotes, and examples of how each model is applied in classroom practice and research. New to This Edition *Chapter on digital literacy. *Expanded discussions of direct/explicit instruction, social and emotional learning, critical literacy theory, critical race theory, culturally responsive teaching, social equity and justice, the science of reading, and neuroscientific lenses. *All chapters updated with the latest research; many new classroom anecdotes added. *Links to recommended YouTube videos illustrating the theories and models.
Leo El Magnifico (Ghostwriter)
by Pablo CartayaLeo is amazing at magic! Card tricks, levitating objects, making things disappear—he can do it all. Before he became a superstar magician, Leo performed with his best friend Amanda. But then he made a wish on a glowing green conch and now millions of people are watching him wave his wand on TV, and soon they'll be tuning in to see the epic trick he promised. Except . . . Leo doesn't have an epic trick. And Amanda won't even talk to him. And that glowing green conch that's been granting his wishes—well, it stopped working. Is fame going poof right before his eyes?
The Leprechaun's Pot
by Teresa BatemanRoisin is saving money for her wedding when something goes horribly wrong and she breaks her poor family's only pot. Can the magic of a leprechaun help Roisin and her betrothed?
Les aventures de Tom Sawyer (Les\grands Classiques Illustres Ser. #No. 449)
by Mark TwainExtracte: . . . d'una gran alzina que hi havia a la vora del riu. La batalla era aleshores en tot son esclat. Sota la incessant conflagracio de llampecs que flamejaven pel cel, totes les coses que li eren a sota es destacaven amb exactitud precisa i neta d'ombres: els arbres cots, el riu inflat i amb un esblanqueiment d'escumes; els ruixims de l'aigua esquitxadora; les opaques siluetes dels espadats altivols de l'altra vora, llambregats en mig de les vapors que flotaven a la deriva i el vel travesser de la pluja. Sovint sovint, algun arbre geganti abandonava la lluita i queia amb un espetec entre la jove tanyada; i els terrabastalls incessants de la tronada es convertien ara en esclats que fendien l'orella, punyents, aguts, explosius i esglaiadors que empalmaven inexpressablement. La tempesta culminava en una brao incomparable, que semblava que havia de fer-ne miques, de l'illa, i abrandar-la tota, i ofegar-la fins al cim dels arbres, i endur-se-la en la ventada i ensordir tota cosa viva que hi tingues estatge, tot plegat i a l'ensems. Era una nit ferestega per romandre-hi una minyonia, lluny de l'aixopluc de la llar. Pero a la fi la batalla s'exhauri, i les forces es retiraren amb menors i menors amenaces i rondinaments i la pau recobra la seva autoritat. Els minyons tornaren al campament, forca esporuguits; pero hi trobaren encara quelcom de plaent, perque el gran sicomor, l'abric de sos jacos, era convertit a ruina, enderrocat pel llamp, i ells no hi havien estat davall quan la catastrofe s'esdevingue. Tot el campament regalava i allo que havia estat foc tambe; perque no eren sino minyons atarantats, com esqueia a llurs anys, i no havien pres mesures contra la pluja. Veu's aqui materia de descoratjament, perque la pluja els havia atravessat i tenien el fred als ossos. Foren eloquents en llur desastre; pero al cap de poc descobriren que el foc havia rosegat tan amunt de la soca contra la qual havia estat bastit (alla on ella s'encorbava. . . "
Les Misérables: Fantine (english Illustrated Version / French Version) (First Avenue Classics ™ #Vol. 1)
by Victor HugoJean Valjean has endured nineteen years in jail for stealing bread. Fantine is an unwed mother who resorted to prostitution in order to support her daughter. Marius is a young revolutionary who falls in love with Fantine's daughter, Cosette. These four characters' lives intersect in an expansive novel that explores issues of class, equality, education, and injustice in nineteenth-century France. French author Victor Hugo spent twenty years researching and writing Les Misérables; the novel reflects Hugo's political concerns and his hopes for reform. Hugo first published his historical novel in 1862. This is an unabridged version taken from the 1887 translation by Isabel F. Hapgood, featuring original illustrations by Émile Bayard.
Lessons in Science Safety with Max Axiom Super Scientist: 4d An Augmented Reading Science Experience (Graphic Science 4d Ser.)
by Donald B. LemkeFollow along carefully as Max Axiom teaches the most important lesson in science: Safety! From hot tips for using hot plates to cool answers to burning questions, young readers will hone their super safety skills. Download the free Capstone 4D app for an augmented reality experience that goes beyond the printed page. Videos, writing prompts, discussion questions, and hands-on activities make this updated edition come alive and keep your collection current.
Lessons of the Pandemic: Disruption, Innovation, and What Schools Need to Move Forward
by David T. Marshall Tim PressleyThe impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on K–12 education have been pervasive and profound. This engaging book concisely outlines the current crisis in schools in the core areas of student learning, student and teacher mental health, and teacher burnout. Synthesizing original research, David T. Marshall and Tim Pressley offer in-depth descriptions of the disruptions caused by prolonged school closures and remote instruction. They also identify some positive changes, such as increased use of online resources and technology, flexible work models, and greater attention to social and emotional learning. Sharing key findings, concrete examples, and teachers&’ own voices about what they need to succeed, the book provides clear recommendations for moving schools forward effectively and sustainably.
Let Fury Have the Hour: Joe Strummer, Punk, and the Movement that Shook the World
by Antonino D'AmbrosioJoe Strummer's untimely death at the age of fifty in December 2002 took from us one of the truly unique voices of modern music. The quintessential Rude Boy, punker, rebel musician, artist and activist, Strummer wrote some of the most important and influential music of the last century including "Guns of Brixton," "The Washington Bullets," "Spanish Bombs," "White Man in Hammersmith Palace," "London's Burning," "Lost in the Supermarket," and "Garageland. " Effectively melding raw creativity with radical politics, Strummer transformed punk rock from its early associations with reactionary, right wing and nihilistic politics into a social movement. From Rock Against Racism to the Anti-Nazi League Festival to supporting the H-Block protests, Strummer and The Clash led the charge for human rights. Let Fury Have the Hour collects articles, interviews, essays and reviews that chronicle Strummer's life both as a musician and a political activist. Included in this collection are essays and interviews by Antonino D'Ambrosio, alongside contributions from Peter Silverton, Barry Miles, Anya Philips, Sylvia Simmons, Vic Garbarini, Caroline Coons, Todd Martens, Joel Schalit and others. This book also includes original lyrics, photography, art, posters, and flyers, and offers the first serious examination of the life of this extraordinary man.
Let Him Live (One Last Wish #6)
by Lurlene McdanielA candy striper helps a 17-year-old boy deal with his uncertain future as he awaits a liver transplant. Together, they use his "One Last Wish" money to build a center for terminally ill kids.
Let It Snow: Three Holiday Stories
by Lauren Myracle Maureen Johnson John GreenThree interconnected stories from three bestselling authors: John Green (Paper Towns, The Fault in our Stars), Maureen Johnson (The Name of the Star), and Lauren Myracle (The Internet Girls series.)<P><P> A Christmas Eve snowstorm transforms one small town into a romantic haven, the kind you see only in movies. Well, kinda. After all, a cold and wet hike from a stranded train through the middle of nowhere would not normally end with a delicious kiss from a charming stranger. And no one would think that a trip to the Waffle House through four feet of snow would lead to love with an old friend. Or that the way back to true love begins with a painfully early morning shift at Starbucks. Thanks to three of today's bestselling teen authors--John Green, Maureen Johnson, and Lauren Myracle--the magic of the holidays shines on these hilarious and charming interconnected tales of love, romance, and breathtaking kisses.
Let Me List the Ways
by Sarah WhiteA breezy, sexy contemporary YA about falling in love with your best friend, from Wattpad phenom Sarah White.Mackenzie Clark has been best friends with Nolan Walker for as long as she can remember. She’s shared everything with him, from adventures with their families and days lounging at the beach to long talks about their friends and her journey with type 1 diabetes. The only thing she hasn’t shared is the fact that she is in love with him.Now in their senior year of high school, Mackenzie and Nolan know that in a few short months everything will change as they head off to different colleges. Determined to make the most of the time they still have left, they come up with a list of things they want to do together before graduation.But as they make their way through everything from toilet papering the school bully’s house to having a backyard camp-out like the ones they had when they were kids, Mackenzie can’t help feeling that she’s left the most important thing off the list: telling Nolan how she feels.Confessing her love could jeopardize the incredible relationship they already have. Is honesty really the best policy?
Let the Sky Fall: Let The Sky Fall; Let The Storm Break; Let The Wind Rise (Sky Fall #1)
by Shannon MessengerA broken past and a divided future can&’t stop the electric connection of two teens in this epic series opener from the author of the New York Times and USA TODAY bestselling Keeper of the Lost Cities series.Seventeen-year-old Vane Weston has no idea how he survived the category five tornado that killed his parents. And he has no idea if the beautiful, dark-haired girl who&’s swept through his dreams every night since the storm is real. But he hopes she is. Seventeen-year-old Audra is a sylph, an air elemental. She walks on the wind, can translate its alluring songs, and can even coax it into a weapon with a simple string of commands. She&’s also a guardian—Vane&’s guardian—and has sworn an oath to protect Vane at all costs. Even if it means sacrificing her own life. When a hasty mistake reveals their location to the enemy who murdered both of their families, Audra&’s forced to help Vane remember who he is. He has a power to claim—the secret language of the West Wind, which only he can understand. But unlocking his heritage will also unlock the memory Audra needs him to forget. And as the storm bears down on them, she starts to realize the greatest danger might not be the warriors coming to destroy them—but the forbidden romance that&’s grown between them.
Let's Clap, Jump, Sing & Shout; Dance, Spin & Turn It Out!: Games, Songs, and Stories from an African American Childhood
by Brian Pinkney Patricia C. Mckissack"Part songbook, part research text, this work is perfect for families to share together or for young scholars who seek to discover an important piece of cultural history."— School Library Journal, starred reviewFrom Newbery Honor winner Patricia C. McKissack and two-time Caldecott Honor winner Brian Pinkney comes an extraordinary must-have collection of classic playtime favorites. This very special book is sure to become a treasured keepsake for African American families and will inspire joy in all who read it. Parents and grandparents will delight in sharing this exuberant book with the children in their lives. Here is a songbook, a storybook, a poetry collection, and much more, all rolled into one. Find a partner for hand claps such as “Eenie, Meenie, Sassafreeny,” or form a circle for games like “Little Sally Walker.” Gather as a family to sing well-loved songs like “Amazing Grace” and “Oh, Freedom,” or to read aloud the poetry of such African American luminaries as Langston Hughes, James Weldon Johnson, and Paul Laurence Dunbar. And snuggle down to enjoy classic stories retold by the author, including Aesop’s fables and tales featuring Br’er Rabbit and Anansi the Spider. "A rich compilation to stand beside Rollins’s Christmas Gif’ and Hamilton’s The People Could Fly." —The Horn Book "An ebullient collection.... There is an undeniable warmth and sense of belonging to these tales." —Kirkus Reviews, Starred