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by Matt de la PeñaFrom a Newbery Medal-winning author and a bestselling illustrator, the powerhouse duo behind the #1 New York Times bestseller Love, comes a deeply moving ode to the places we feel safe, loved, and true to ourselves—wherever they might be.*&”Beckons readers from the first page . . . Simply divine.&” —Kirkus Reviews, starred reviewHome is a tired lullabyand a late-night traffic that mumbles inthrough a crack in your curtains.Home is the faint trumpet of a distant bargeas your grandfather casts his linefrom the edge of his houseboat. So begins this stirring celebration of home in its many forms. For home is an idea more profound than the walls we build up around ourselves. It&’s the family that shows its love through small gestures every day. It&’s the community that sees one another through hard times. And it&’s the wonder of the natural world, a refuge we share with every living thing on Earth.With lyrical text and expressive artwork, Matt de la Peña and Loren Long&’s meditation on the universal pull of home, whatever its form, is destined to become a new classic that will be cherished by readers of every age.Don't miss the Spanish-language edition of this book, Hogar.
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by Tracey West Style GuideWhen an alien race invades Earth, an unlikely friendship forms between Tip, a human girl, and Oh, a banished Boov in this chapter book retelling of the movie! DreamWorks' newest hit movie, Home, comes home to theaters on March 27, 2015!When Earth is taken over by the overly confident Boov--an alien race in search of a new place to call home--all humans are promptly relocated, while all Boov get busy efficiently reorganizing the planet! But when one resourceful girl, Tip, manages to avoid capture, she finds herself the accidental accomplice of a banished Boov by the name of Oh. Equally stubborn and set in their ways, these two fugitives realize there's a lot more at stake than intergalactic relations as they embark on the road trip of a lifetime. Good thing they have a flying car! DreamWorks Home © 2015 DreamWorks Animation L.L.C.
Home Again (Heartwood Hotel #4)
by Kallie GeorgeIt's summer at the Heartwood Hotel, and everyone is in a flurry getting ready for Ms. Prickles's wedding to Mr. Quillson! Meanwhile, a new mouse guest named Strawberry comes to stay. She's sweet and soft-spoken like Mona, and gifted in the kitchen just as Mona's mother was-could Strawberry be a long-lost relative?But when lightning strikes part of Fernwood Forest and starts a fire, all thoughts go to the guests and staff hurrying to leave to make sure their homes and families are safe. Mona works to protect the Heartwood from harm, but as the fire rages on, it's becoming dangerous to stay. Can Mona and her friends save their home before it's too late?In the final installment of the Heartwood Hotel series, Mona faces her greatest challenge yet, and she might discover just what family truly means.
Home Alone 2: The Classic Illustrated Storybook (Pop Classics #7)
by Kim SmithYIKES! Kevin did it again! The beloved sequel to Home Alone is now an adorable picture book for the whole family. It&’s the holidays and Kevin doesn&’t want to go on his family vacation to Florida. Amid the chaos and confusion of the airport, he accidentally boards the wrong plane and ends up alone (again!) in New York City. Kevin goes sightseeing, checks into a hotel, and enjoys limo rides, all courtesy of his dad&’s credit card. But then he makes a shocking discovery: the burglars who tried to rob his house last year are back, and this time they plan to rob a toy store on Christmas Eve! Can Kevin stop them and save Christmas with the help of some new friends? Charmingly illustrated by Kim Smith, this sweet and funny adaptation will delight fans of the Home Alone franchise, young and old alike.
Home For Christmas (Step into Reading)
by Tom Brannon Tish RabeFans of the hit PBS Kids' holiday special The Cat in the Hat Knows a Lot About Christmas! can relive the fun over and over with this Step 3 adaptation of the complete episode, written for children who are ready to read independently. From the Cat's Christmas Eve Party (with animal guests from all over the world), through his mishaps while attempting to return a young reindeer home in time to pull Santa's sled, readers will be introduced to a herd of elephants with an uncanny ability to smell water, a pod of dolphins who can communicate across far distances, and a single-minded army of Christmas Island crabs--all of whom demonstrate how working together is the best way to solve a problem, and how being home for the holidays is the best place to be!
Home Is Where the Heart Is (Good Dog #1)
by Cam HigginsMeet the loveable and rambunctious puppy, Bo Davis, in this first book of the Good Dog series! When Bo loses something important, his search takes him all over the farm.Springtime has arrived at the Davis Family Farm! Spring showers lead to muddy hijinks for a young pup named Bo. But when Bo loses his dog tag, he gets serious and enlists all of his barnyard pals to help him find it. From horse stalls to chicken coops to grazing fields and beyond, Bo&’s adventure takes him all over the farm, introducing a cast of friends and frenemies. With easy-to-read language and illustrations on almost every page, the Good Dog chapter books are perfect for beginning readers.
Home Life Through the Years: How Daily Life Has Changed In Living Memory (History In Living Memory Ser.)
by Clare LewisHow did your grandparents clean their house? How did families enjoy time with each other in the 1950s? When did huge supermarkets become popular? How did people cook in the 1980s? Find all the answers and more in this book about how home life has changed since the 1950s.
Home Sweet Forever Home (The Invincible Girls Club #1)
by Rachele AlpineLauren and her three BFFs find creative ways to help shelter dogs get adopted in this first installment of the relatable and empowering The Invincible Girls Club chapter book series—featuring backmatter with profiles on real-life animal activists!Lauren is a huge dog lover and is over-the-moon excited when she gets to go to the local shelter to read to the dogs. While there, she learns that the older dogs are often not adopted, so she and her friends set out to find them homes. Together, Lauren, Ruby, Myka, and Emelyn create a brilliant event, where attendees can eat delicious cupcakes while meeting adoptable dogs. But on the big day, it seems like everything goes upside down. Can the girls save the event and make sure their four-legged friends get a chance at their fur-ever homes?
Home Then and Now (First Step Nonfiction -- Then And Now Ser.)
by Robin NelsonPresents a brief look at how homes in the United States have changed over the years.
Home at Last: Welcome Home!; Buttercup Mystery; Runaway Pony; Finding Luck; A Forever Friend; Pony Swim; Teacher's Pet; Home At Last (Marguerite Henry's Misty Inn #8)
by Judy Katschke Serena GeddesBen decides he wants his own pony in this eighth book of a chapter book series inspired by Marguerite Henry’s Misty of Chincoteague.Even though Ben is allowed to ride and groom his sister’s pony, Starbuck, everyone knows Starbuck is really Willa’s pony: the two are inseparable, as close as a girl and pony can be. But then the kids discover a wild, renegade pony plucking apples from a tree. Ben names the pony Winesap, but Willa doesn’t want her brother to grow too attached, as she’s sure they’ll find his original owners and Ben will be heartbroken when he’s returned. But it’s too late, and just like that, Ben and Winesap become the best of friends. Will Ben finally get to have a pony of his own?
Home in a Lunchbox: (A Caldecott Honor Book)
by Cherry Mo**WINNER OF THE CALDECOTT HONOR**Cherry Mo's stunning debut is about a young girl who immigrates to America and finds home in an unexpected place.When Jun moves from Hong Kong to America, the only words she knows are hello, thank you, I don&’t know, and toilet. Her new school feels foreign and terrifying.But when she opens her lunchbox to find her favorite meals—like bao, dumplings, and bok choy—she realizes home isn&’t so far away after all.Through lush art and spare dialogue, Cherry Mo&’s breathtakingly beautiful debut picture book reminds readers that friendship and belonging can be found in every bite.
Home in the Woods
by Eliza WheelerThis stunningly beautiful picture book from New York Times bestselling author-illustrator Eliza Wheeler is based on her grandmother's childhood and pays homage to a family's fortitude as they discover the meaning of home.Eliza Wheeler's gorgeously illustrated book tells the story of what happens when six-year-old Marvel, her seven siblings, and their mom must start all over again after their father has died. Deep in the woods of Wisconsin they find a tar-paper shack. It doesn't seem like much of a home, but they soon start seeing what it could be. During their first year it's a struggle to maintain the shack and make sure they have enough to eat. But each season also brings its own delights and blessings--and the children always find a way to have fun. Most importantly, the family finds immense joy in being together, surrounded by nature. And slowly, their little shack starts feeling like a true home--warm, bright, and filled up with love.
Home on the Range (Down Girl and Sit #4)
by Lucy NolanTwo dogs named Down Girl and Sit go out west with their owners and meet barking squirrels (prairie dogs), ugly dogs (coyotes), and a gasoline-powered bull (a truck). Told from a canine point of view, this fourth book in the Down Girl and Sit chapter book series by Texas Bluebonnet Award winner Lucy Nolan is filled with humor.
Home: A Collaboration of Thirty Distinguished Authors and Illustrators of Children's Books to Aid the Homeless
by Michael J. RosenIn this very special anthology of beautifully poetic short stories, thirty distinguished authors and illustrators explore the unique and varied meanings of home. Their touching words and magnificent art affirm the importance—and joy—of having a place to call one’s own.Culturally diverse, multi-representative, and socially inclusive, this book is nourishment for the young soul.At a time when displacement and homelessness remain painfully present in our society, this classic anthology is indispensable. The distinguished contributors to this collection include:Franz BrandenbergMimi BrodskyLucille CliftonVirginia HamiltonJamake HighwaterKarla KuskinMyra Cohn LivingstonLiz RosenbergCynthia RylantJon ScieszkaLaurence YepJane YolenArthur YorinksAlikiKaren BarbourPat CummingsLisa DesiminiLeo and Diane DillonRichard EgielskiSheila HamanakaJames MarshallJerry PinkneyVladimir RadunskyJames RansomeAminah RobinsonMarc SimontLane SmithMary SzilagyiVera B. WilliamsHome can be. . .playing on the stoop of your building,sitting in your grandmother’s kitchen,or hiding under your back porch stairs.
HomeWork Hassles: Simple tips and strategies to reduce frustration
by Pam GoodmanYou'll decrease everyone's frustration levels with this powerful go-to guide. Educate yourself with proven, easy to apply tips and strategies that empower young children to become independent with homework and embrace the love of learning. This guide is packed with knowledge gathered from over 14 years of hands-on experience with children. By adopting Pam Goodman's strategies, you'll enjoy watching your child blossom into a confident, successful, and independent student. Who knows--you both might end up liking homework!
Homecoming: Garfield (Garfield)
by Jim Davis Lisa Moore Braden Lamb Shelli Paroline Scott Nickel Sara Talmadge Ben Sears Genevieve FtFeeling mistreated and unappreciated, Garfield embarks on a search for a new home. Along the way, he meets up with a clown who works in an old-timey travelling circus. Convinced that this is the place for him, Garfield becomes part of the act. Wait. What is that cannon for? Join Garfield as he travels to find the perfect home, and as he finds a lot of not-so-perfect homes along the way. Writer Scott Nickel (Garfield: His 9 Lives) teams up with artists Sara Talmadge (Steven Universe), Shelli Paroline and Braden Lamb (Adventure Time), Ben Sears (The Ideal Copy), and Genevieve FT (Betty & Veronica) for this epic adventure <P><P><i>Advisory: Bookshare has learned that this book offers only partial accessibility. We have kept it in the collection because it is useful for some of our members. Benetech is actively working on projects to improve accessibility issues such as these.</i>
Homes (Picture This)
by Judith NouvionHomes are everywhere in nature. Discover many different kinds in these eye-catching photographs of animals in their natural habitats. From the silk thread spun by the weaver ant to the snowy den dug out by the polar bear, children will learn about where animals live and how they build or find their dwellings in our natural world. Perfect for very new and curious learners!
Homes (The Science Behind)
by Chris OxladeThis book explores the science behind homes. It looks at topics such as building materials, electricity, water and the machines that help us in the home e.g. dishwashers.
Homes Around the World (Around the World)
by Lisa M. HerringtonDiscover countries, cultures, and traditions in this new series!Every day, all around the world, kids go to school, eat lunch and play games... And yet, these universal experiences, can look very different between different countries. These books will take our readers on a trip around the globe to celebrate diverse cultures and traditions, and will show us how different (and how similar) we all are!
Homes Around the World (Customs Around the World)
by Wil MaraWhat is your home like? Is it big or small? Is it made of concrete, straw, wood, or clay? Step inside homes from around world and see how different people live in this engaging series that develops kids' understanding of our diverse global community and their place in it.
Homespun Sarah
by Verla KaySarah's life in Colonial Pennsylvania is anything but easy. She and her family have to grow, raise, and make everything they need-including their clothes. The time and effort that takes means that nothing is replaced until it's absolutely necessary. As Sarah helps plant flax and raise sheep throughout the year, her one dress gets tighter and tighter. But in the nick of time, wool is spun, fabric is woven, and a brand-new dress is made just for her.
Honestly, Mallory! (Mallory #8)
by Laurie FriedmanEveryone seems to know what they want to be for Career Day at school—that is, everyone except Mallory. She can’t seem to find anything she’s good at. When she finally decides to be a fashion designer, some of her classmates laugh at her. And then, before she can stop it, out pops a lie—Mallory tells everyone that she’s won the Fashion Fran fashion design contest. Mallory’s lie grows and grows until she must face the truth and make amends with her class, friends, teachers, and parents.
Honey & Leon Take the High Road
by Alan CummingAlan Cumming and Grant Shaffer's world-traveling dogs are back...and off to Scotland! When Honey falls in love with a handsome Scottish pup, will Leon be able to protect their dads on his own?Honey and Leon have done a very good job of keeping their dads safe--but now the dads have decided to travel again! So the two loyal dogs pack up their disguises and secretly follow them all the way to Europe on a Scottish Highland adventure. All is going according to plan...until Honey becomes besotted with a charming Scottish dog named Coll! Can Leon manage to keep their dads out of trouble on his own while Honey is gallivanting with her new beau? Actor Alan Cumming and artist Grant Shaffer bring to life the imagined secret identities of the two dogs they once owned. Hilarious, sassy dialogue and wild escapades make this an unmissable read-aloud, perfect for families who love to put on a show!
Honey (The Puppy Place #16)
by Ellen MilesPuppy love in Puppy Place! An irresistible Valentine's Day story starring Honey, a sweet yellow Lab. In this special Valentine's Day story, Charles and his best friend Sammy meet Honey, a sweet, intelligent yellow Lab who's family is moving away--without Honey! When Charles brings this puppy home, guess who falls in love? Charles's mom--the cat lover of the family! Will the Petersons end up keeping Honey? Or will Honey become a service dog and best pal for Noah, a talented artist who uses a wheelchair? One thing is for certain: puppy love is in the air!