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Mia's Life: Sister Disaster! (Mia's Life #3)

by Mia Fizz

Everyone has sibling struggles, even YouTube superstars…Even with millions of followers, YouTube sensation Mia Fizz is a normal kid at heart. So when she and her BFF Briony make plans to attend the big dance at the local community center, Mia is thrilled—and her crush Finn agreeing to be her date just sweetens the deal! But things take a turn when Mia's younger sister, Sienna, insists on helping create her dance-ready look, accidentally leaving Mia looking worse than she could have imagined!Mia's so embarrassed that she wants to skip the dance entirely, but doing that would mean disappointing Briony AND missing out on fun night with Finn! Can she find a way to forgive Sienna and embrace her new look before the dance?

Mia's Recipe for Disaster

by Coco Simon

Mia is excited to enter a Design-a-Dress contest, but she's pressed for time. And when she tries to finish working on her dress during a Halloween cupcake party, it's a recipe for disaster!When Mia reads about a Design-a-Dress contest in a magazine for "budding designers ages 12-16" she is excited. But she doesn't realize how much work designing--and sewing--a dress truly is until she starts on her contest entry. While Mia stresses out about all the work she has to do, she and Katie have an argument about, of all things, fashion preferences! Katie offers suggestions that don't really go with the outfit Mia has in mind. And when Mia makes (what she thinks) is an offhand joke about Katie's fashion sense, it turns into a full-blown argument. As Mia tries to finish working on her dress during a kids' Halloween cupcake party, she realizes that kids plus cupcakes plus silk dresses plus frosting equals a recipe for disaster!

Mia's Sweet Surprises (Cupcake Diaries #34)

by Coco Simon

Mia goes on vacation and meets up with the girls from the Sprinkle Sundays series in the latest addition to the Cupcake Diaries series!Things are slow at the cupcake shop this summer, and so when Mia&’s dad invites her on a long weekend trip to meet some of his college friends, she jumps at the chance—especially when she hears they have daughters her age. It turns out the girls work in an ice cream shop. Not only does Mia end up making new friends—she comes back with a new invention for the Cupcake Girls: an ice-cream cone cupcake!

Mia: Girl of the Year 2008, Book 1) (Girl of the Year)

by Laurence Yep

Mia St. Clair is a ten-year-old girl living in upstate New York. She has grown up playing ice hockey wit her three older brothers on the pond behind their house. Mia's got the skills and the scrappiness it takes to be a star hockey player, but she's tired of skating in her brothers' shadows and has decided to follow her heart and pursue figure skating instead. Does she have what it takes to grow and compete as a figure skaters? When a new coach arrives, Mia finds herself gently pushed by the coach at the same time that she's pulled by her brothers. Can she stay true to her heart and follow her own path? Can she hold her own in a world of competitive skating?

Micah McKinney and the Boys of Summer

by Nina Chapman

With equal parts humor and heart, McKinney and the Boys of Summer tells the story of twelve-year-old Micah as she embarks on the summer before middle school. More than anything, Micah hopes to undergo a miracle transformation. One that will bring with it new friends, a fresh start, and boobs . . . preferably the round kind. If that happens, then maybe she can finally forget about what happened in the past. About losing her mom, about losing her best friend, and about the disaster she became in sixth grade, when everything fell apart. She and her dad have just moved away from their old neighborhood, and Micah's childhood home, to put some space between themselves and the secret burden they both bear, one that's already changed their lives and has the power to do even more damage. Soon after moving into her new neighborhood, Micah is greeted by the Water twins, Luke and Megan. Micah is surprised to find herself caught between their two worlds. In one world, there's Luke and his band of neighborhood boys, who challenge Micah in feats of strength, crowning her the kahuna at the local pool and vying for her attention, even though she doesn't quite understand why. And then there's Megan, whose world is full of lip gloss and padded bras, and the fine art of being a girl. As Micah awkwardly navigates her way through crushes, friendship, and the challenges of becoming a teenager, she discovers that the real transformation that needs to take place is in how she sees herself.

Micah's Super Vlog: Just Chill (Micah's Super Vlog #4)

by Andy McGuire Girish Manuel

In the fourth book of the Micah's Super Vlog series based on JellyTelly's popular animated web show, Micah and his friends learn about identity and what it means to be compassionate.There's a new kid in school. Will Micah give him a chance before writing him off?Tre is cool but there seems to be more going on than meets the eye. Micah intends to find out what this guy is all about. When he discovers the new kid really does have a secret, will Micah accept Tre for who he is or continue to avoid him?

Micah's Super Vlog: Micah's Got Talent? (Micah's Super Vlog #1)

by Andy McGuire Girish Manuel

There's a talent show at school and the prize is too good for Micah to pass up. Will he discover his talent in time to win?Based on the popular JellyTelly show, Micah's Super Vlog, in book one of this series Micah wants to win the big talent show prize. There's just one problem...he doesn't know his talent. So, he sets out to try just about everything (especially the things his friends are good at) in order to find "his thing." Discouraged with the process, Micah struggles with his identity but finally learns to have confidence that, in time, he'll uncover his special gifts.

Micah's Super Vlog: The Big Fail (Micah's Super Vlog #2)

by Andy McGuire Girish Manuel

When deciding whether to keep up the lie of his "A paper," will Micah admit his mistakes or risk losing his friends?Based on the popular JellyTelly show, Micah's Super Vlog, book two in this series finds Micah wrestling with a decision facing every kid his age: to study or play video games? Micah chooses to ditch his responsibility, so it's no surprise when the result is a big . . . F. Seeing that his friends did well on the same test, Micah is too ashamed to show his grade before changing the F to an A with a marker. Although he knows it's wrong, Micah feels the need to keep up the façade . . . which only leads to more lying. Will Micah continue to be dishonest, or admit his mistakes before things spin so far out of control that he loses his friends?

Micah's Super Vlog: To Sketch a Thief (Micah's Super Vlog #3)

by Andy McGuire Girish Manuel

In the third book of the Micah's Super Vlog series based on JellyTelly's popular animated web show, Micah and his friends learn the importance of honesty and of believing the best about each other.When Armin's sketchbook, Lydia's lunch, and Micah's shoes go missing at school, will the gang turn against each other before discovering the truth?Based on the popular JellyTelly show, Micah's Super Vlog, in book three of this series things mysteriously go missing at school. Accusations fly and friendships are put on the line. Faced with the struggle, can Micah and his friends learn to believe the best about each other, and work together to uncover who (or what) is really to blame?

Micah: The Good Girl #2 (Flyy Girls #2)

by Ashley Woodfolk

Meet the Flyy Girls. The group of girls who seem like they can get away with anything. Veteran author Ashley Woodfolk pens a gorgeous and dynamic series of four Harlem highschoolers, each facing a crossroads of friendship, family, and love. Micah Dupree had always liked being the "good girl." She was happy painting, going to church, and acing her school projects. After all, she had a perfect older brother to live up to. But when he unexpectedly dies, Micah's world is turned upside-down. With her anxiety growing, a serious boyfriend in the picture, and new feelings emerging, Micah begins to question what being the "good girl" really means...and if it's worth it, anyway. With simply stated text and compelling characters, Flyy Girls is a series that's perfect for readers of any level.

Michael Dell: From Child Entrepreneur to Computer Magnate (Extraordinary Success with a High School)

by Shaina C. Indovino

In the last few decades, more and more people are going to college to further their education. It's hard to become a scientist, a professor, or a businessperson without getting some sort of college degree--but college isn't always necessary to achieve success. Some people are ready to enter the workforce right after high school. Michael Dell was one of those people. At an early age, Michael was making money using his above-average intellect. The computer company founder began his high-tech career in his college dorm room, selling upgrades for personal computers. Today, Dell Computers is one of the biggest PC manufacturers in the world, selling computers to people around the world. And what's most amazing about his story is that the computer magnate has done it all without a college degree!

Michael Jordan

by Robert Lipsyte

Michael Jordan was a late bloomer.Cut from the Varsity basketball team in high school when he first tried out, Michael nonetheless became the best basketball player that ever lived--Rare Air Jordan.The true story of how Michael Jordan achieved this amazing level of success as a basketball player--and as the high king of commercial endorsements--underscores one of the new roles of athletes in our society today.Here's a fascinating look at both the evolution of basketball and Michael Jordan's stunning climb to the peak of his sport, and his season in minor league baseball.

Michael Jordan: Legends in Sports (On the Court with…)

by Matthew F Christopher

Michael Jordan. The name conjures up images of buzzer-beating jump shots, gravity-defying slam dunks, and precision ballhandling. For over a decade, Michael Jordan has been showing the world how the game of basketball should be played. He led his former team, the Chicago Bulls, to six NBA championships and has racked up more awards than any player in recent NBA history. The winner of two Olympic gold medals, a onetime minor-league baseball player, and the most recognized athlete in professional sports today, Michael Jordan continues to make us believe that humans can fly. In this exciting biography, Matt Christopher, the number one sports series for children, goes on the court for an inside look at the triumphs and tragedies, the struggles and statistics, of superstar Michael Jordan.

Michael Rosen's Sad Book

by Michael Rosen

"Sometimes I'm sad and I don't know why. ... Sometimes I want to talk about all this to someone. ... Sometimes I don't want to talk about it. ..." A compassionate consideration of sadness: how it makes us feel, how it makes us act out. A book for all ages.

Michael Vey 10: The Colony (Michael Vey #10)

by Richard Paul Evans

In this electrifying tenth and final installment of the award-winning, #1 New York Times bestselling Michael Vey series, the Electroclan go on a high-stakes rescue mission.After saving Tara and Jack—and losing a few of their own—in a dramatic battle in the Peruvian jungle against the Elgen offshoot the Chasqui, the Electroclan has returned to the US to regroup. But their downtime is brief, as Abi—who was abducted from outside her college dorm—is still missing. Piecing together what few clues they have from video footage of the abduction as well as some additional information from Grace, whose consciousness has broken free of her physical body and connected with worldwide intelligence, they determine that she is being held somewhere in Peru by the leader of a group of other electrics known as the Colony. And so—once again joining forced with Alpha Team for a dual-pronged attack—they return to South America for a rescue mission. They&’ve fought—and won—against incredible odds before. But they&’ve never had to face off against others with powers similar to—and potentially stronger—than their own. Still, with the life of one of the Electroclan members at stake, failure is simply not an option as they take on their final mission.

Michael Vey 3: Battle of the Ampere (Michael Vey #3)

by Richard Paul Evans

The hair-raising action continues for Michael Vey in this charged third installment of the #1 New York Times bestselling series.Michael, Taylor, Ostin and the rest of the Electroclan have destroyed the largest of the Elgen Starxource plants, but now they’re scattered across the Amazon jungle. The Elgen have joined forces with the Peruvian army to capture the Electroclan, and only Michael has managed to remain free. With his friends due to stand trial for terrorism—a charge that may carry the death penalty—Michael will need all his wits and his abilities if he’s to save them. Meanwhile, on the other side of the world, Dr. Hatch and his loyal Electric Children have seized control of the E.S. Ampere—the super yacht the Elgen use as their headquarters. With the Elgen fleet now under his control, Hatch heads back to Peru to pick up his army and then begin his quest for global domination. Michael will have to free his friends then find a way to stop Hatch, but the organization behind the mysterious voice that has guided him to this point has been compromised. Hatch knows Michael and the Electroclan are coming. And he’s ready for them. Can the Electroclan win the battle of the Ampere? Or has Michael’s luck finally run out?

Michael Vey 4: Hunt for Jade Dragon (Michael Vey #4)

by Richard Paul Evans

Michael and his friends must rescue a child prodigy as the thrilling action continues in this electrifying fourth installment of the New York Times bestselling series!Michael, Taylor, Ostin and the rest of the Electroclan head to China in search of a girl who may have discovered why Michael and his friends became electric. Her name is Lin Julung, or Jade Dragon, and she’s a child prodigy with an IQ higher than Einstein’s—and Ostin’s. But Hatch gets to her first, and the Elgen are holding her prisoner in their Taiwan Starxource plant. Now the Voice wants Michael and the Electroclan to go to Taiwan and free her before Hatch can realize his dreams of an army of electric children. The hunt for Jade Dragon is on, and it’s a race against time!

Michael Vey 6: Fall of Hades (Michael Vey #6)

by Richard Paul Evans

Michael and his friends try to recruit Hatch&’s Electric Youth to their side as the thrilling action continues in this electrifying sixth installment of the New York Times bestselling series!Michael and the Electroclan are about to embark on their deadliest mission yet. Some of them may not make it back. The head of the resistance, known only as the voice, believes that the best way to wipe out the Elgen is to steal their money. That means capturing the Joule, the Elgen boat that serves as a floating treasury. To do this, Michael and his friends need help…a lot of help. They’ve learned about a highly placed member of the Elite Elgen Guard named Welch, who wants to defect. They also know that Hatch has condemned three of his electric youth to death. If the Electroclan can get to Welch before the Elgen do, and if they can rescue Quentin, Torstyn, and Tara, they just might be able to steal the Joule. But it’s a big “if”… The stakes have never been higher, and Michael and his friends are about to be tested in ways they never imagined.

Michael Vey 7: The Final Spark (Michael Vey #7)

by Richard Paul Evans

Michael Vey is missing and it&’s up to the Electroclan to find him in this shocking seventh installment of the New York Times bestselling series!The Electroclan is facing a devastating loss: Michael is missing. He made the ultimate sacrifice to save his friends and now he&’s gone. What is next for them and the resistance? The battle on the island of Hades ended with a devastating explosion that left the island a smoking ruin and much of Hatch&’s Elgen army dead. However, Hatch survived and while his plans have certainly suffered a setback, he&’s more determined than ever to bring the world&’s governments under his control. But first, he wants to wipe out those who stand against him and capture the remaining members of the Electroclan. As Hatch&’s forces storm into action, it seems nothing can stand in their way. The Electroclan is divided. The voice is captured, and Michael&’s mother is being used as bait to lure the leader of the Resistance out of hiding. Can anything—or anyone—stop the Elgen? Or is this the end?

Michael Vey 8: The Parasite (Michael Vey #8)

by Richard Paul Evans

The eighth installment of the award-winning, #1 New York Times bestselling series. Join Michael and the Electroclan as a new threat arises even more terrible and calculating than the Elgen.Michael Vey and his fellow members of the Electroclan were finally able to put the threat of the Elgen behind them and move on with their lives. Adjusting to the normal life of jobs and college may have been difficult, but they managed and are now looking forward to getting back together for a reunion during school break. But what they don&’t know is that Hatch and his glows—the other electric kids who continue to follow and support him—have another threat brewing. And having seen what the Electroclan is capable of, they ensure this new foe is more brutal and powerful than ever before. After a period of peace, will Michael and his friends be able to tap back into the full extent of their abilities and defeat their enemy?

Michael Vey 9: The Traitor (Michael Vey #9)

by Richard Paul Evans

In this electrifying ninth installment of the award-winning, #1 New York Times bestselling Michael Vey series, the Electroclan must fight a former friend to save their captured ally!With Tara still in the clutches of the Elite Elgen Guard Unit the Chasqui and their malevolent leader, the Sovereign Amash, Michael Vey and the Electroclan have no choice but to continue the fierce battle that has been waging since their arrival in Peru. But saving one of their own means battling a onetime teammate, as Jack has turned traitor and joined forces with Amash and his men. At the same time, the clan must work with the Alpha Team to act before the Chasqui can put their plan to destroy the city of Arequipa into motion. And when Taylor makes a bold yet dangerous move to save her sister, the urgency climbs even higher. With so many lives at stake, the Electroclan has no time to waste, and no room for error as they take on this latest growing threat.

Michigan

by Lucia Raatma

Describes the history, geography, ecology, people, economy, cities, and sights of the state of Michigan.

Michigan Holt Elements of Literature, First Course

by Kylene Beers Carol Jago Deborah Appleman

NIMAC-sourced textbook

Michiko or Mrs.Belmont's Brownstone on Brooklyn Heights

by Clay Lancaster

MICHIKO is a little Japanese girl who, all alone, makes the long journey from a small country village in Japan to her new home and life in Brooklyn Heights.This is how Clay Lancaster's delightful picture-story for young readers begins. And before it ends, Michiko and her readers share many experiences-some happy, some sad, some surprising, and some just funny-as Michiko learns how life is lived in America.Immediately Michiko learns that Japan and America are quite different-New York's tall buildings, her new house (an old brownstone), her new guardian (Mrs. Belmont), and even American food are things she must get used to.At times Michiko finds herself frightened, or excited, or just plain bewildered about things like school, Thanksgiving, and Christmas. Through Michiko, readers get the wonderful experience of rediscovering those American customs and traditions so often overlooked or taken for granted. Besides the typically American scenes and events, Michiko and her classmates also share a delightful surprise in the Brooklyn Botanic Garden.Above all, Michiko's readers will see those human values of warmth, kindness, and generosity which every person in the world holds in common.

Mickey Mouse and the River of Time

by Francesco Artibani

At last, Mickey Mouse can return to the riverboat that he loved to find out why it sank. The only problem is, he’s not the only one interested in what might be found in the wreck. Join Mickey Mouse and Peg-Leg Pete on an action-packed adventure!

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