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Phase Three: Civil War
by Alex IrvineMarvel's Captain America: Civil War pits hero against hero! Captain America and Iron Man lead two teams of heroes in a clash that will change the course of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Following the record-breaking success of Marvel's Captain America: The Winter Soldier, the First Avenger will jump into his next big screen solo adventure on May 6, 2016 in Marvel's Captain America: Civil War! Inspired by a classic Marvel comics storyline, the third cinematic Captain America adventure will put Cap against his fellow Avenger, Iron Man. Chris Evans will reprise his role as Captain America, joined by Robert Downey Jr. as Iron Man and Chadwick Boseman (42, Get On Up) as the Black Panther, a character who will make his big screen debut in the film. Marvel's Captain America: Civil War will be directed by Anthony and Joe Russo (Marvel's Captain America: The Winter Soldier) and produced by Kevin Feige. ©2017 Marvel. All Rights Reserved.
Phase Three: MARVEL's Doctor Strange
by Alex IrvineAn exciting and mystical middle grade novel based on the movie MARVEL's Doctor Strange!Prepare to enter the supernatural world of the mystic arts! MARVEL's Doctor Strange follows the story of the talented neurosurgeon Doctor Stephen Strange who, after a tragic car accident, must put ego aside and learn the secrets of a hidden world of mysticism and alternate dimensions. Based in New York City's Greenwich Village, Doctor Strange must act as an intermediary between the real world and what lies beyond, utilizing a vast array of metaphysical abilities and artifacts to protect the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Acclaimed actor Benedict Cumberbatch (The Imitation Game, the BBC's Sherlock) will star as Doctor Stephen Strange. The cast also includes Chiwetel Ejiofor as Karl Mordo, Tilda Swinton as the Ancient One, and Rachel McAdams. The film will be directed by Scott Derrickson (Sinister, The Exorcism of Emily Rose) with Kevin Feige producing.© 2017 MARVEL.
Phase Three: MARVEL's Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2
by Alex IrvineSet to the all-new sonic backdrop of Awesome Mixtape #2, Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 continues the action-packed adventures of Peter Quill, Gamora, Rocket Raccoon, Groot, and Drax the Destroyer as they unravel the mystery of Peter's true parentage. This middle grade book will tell the full story of the movie set to rock the Marvel Cinematic Universe!© 2017 MARVEL. All Rights Reserved.
Phase Two: Age of Ultron
by Alex IrvineFollowing the record-shattering successes of Marvel's The Avengers in 2012, The Avengers must reassemble to combat the robotic menace of Ultron! Acclaimed writer/director Joss Whedon and producer Kevin Feige return, along with the all-star cast of Robert Downey Jr. (Tony Stark/Iron Man), Chris Hemsworth (Thor), Mark Ruffalo (Bruce Banner/Hulk), Chris Evans (Steve Rogers/Captain America), Scarlett Johansson (Natasha Romanoff/Black Widow) and Jeremy Renner (Clint Barton/Hawkeye). They are joined by Emmy Award- winner James Spader (Lincoln, The Blacklist) as Ultron. For the first time in print, experience the excitement of the complete cinematic story of Marvel's Avengers: Age of Ultron. © 2016 Marvel. All Rights Reserved.
Phase Two: Marvel's Ant-Man
by Alex IrvineBefore he was Ant-Man, Scott Lang was a master thief who wanted to change his ways. But he didn't expect to change his height! So when Dr. Hank Pym recruits him to wear a super-powered suit that shrinks him down to the size of an insect, he reluctantly realizes his life of breaking-and-entering is far from over. Working with Hank and his daughter, Hope, Scott must plan and execute a takedown of Darren Cross, Hank's protégé, who has become so power hungry, he's willing to sell the technology of the suit to the highest bidder. Even if that bigger is an international terrorist organization...© 2016 Marvel. All Rights Reserved.
Phase Two: Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy
by Alex IrvineAn action-packed, epic space adventure,Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy tells the story of a group of cosmic misfits--Peter Quill, Gamora, Drax the Destroyer, Rocket Raccoon, and Groot--who band together to protect a mysterious orb against Ronan, a powerful villain with ambitions that threaten the entire universe. For the first time in print, experience the excitement of the complete origin story as told inMarvel's: Guardians of the Galaxy. © 2015 MARVEL
Phase Two: The Winter Soldier
by Alex IrvineAfter the Avengers save the planet from Loki and the Chitauri at the Battle of New York, Captain America is working for S.H.I.E.LD. in Washington, DC. He soon realizes adjusting to the modern world is the least of his worries when the integrity of the agency is compromised and Director Nick Fury is attacked by an elusive assassin. Now a fugitive from his former allies, Captain America must get to the bottom of the international conspiracy and the identity of the mysterious Winter Soldier. For the first time in print, experience the excitement of the complete cinematic story of Marvel's Captain America: The Winter Soldier. © 2016 MARVEL. All rights reserved.
Phenomena: Secrets of the Senses
by Donna M. JacksonCan paranormal experiences help solve crimes?What makes us have chills when we go to a haunted house?Can dogs detect cancer? Your senses send your brain messages. But what do those messages say? Find out how to interpret your senses and explore ways that technology is changing the way we experience the world around us.
Philip Hall Likes Me. I Reckon Maybe.
by Bette GreeneBeth Lambert has a crush on Philip Hall, who is better than she is at just about everything--or is he? Philip Hall is the handsomest, smartest, fastest boy in Miss Johnson's class. He beats Beth Lambert in math, spelling, reading, sports... and she adores him. <P><P> Beth suspects Philip likes her too, only she can't quite get him to admit it. In fact, he won't even invite her to his birthday party because he's afraid the other boys will call him a sissy. But then Beth begins to wonder: Maybe Philip only wins because she's letting him. Maybe she could beat him at everything. That would show Philip Hall! Because if being friends with a girl is bad... getting beaten by a girl is much, much worse. <P> <b>Newbery Medal Honor book</b>
Philippa Fisher and the Dream Maker's Daughter: Book 2 (Philippa Fisher Ser. #Bk. 2)
by Liz KesslerPhilippa and Daisy, her fairy godsister, are reunited in a second magical Philippa Fisher adventure from Liz Kessler, author of the bestselling Emily Windsnap series.Being on holiday with her mum and dad should be wonderful, but Philippa Fisher is lonely. When she meets a girl called Robyn, she's sure there's something odd about her - something she's not saying - and Philippa is determined to find out what it is. And whatever it may be, Philippa is sure that her fairy godsister, Daisy, will be able to help. But things are about to go horribly wrong...Wonderful characters, an intriguing plot, and all the magic you could wish for - this is Liz Kessler at her very best in a lovely, sympathetic story about friendships old and new.
Philippa Fisher and the Stone Fairy's Promise: Book 3 (Philippa Fisher Ser. #Bk. 3)
by Liz KesslerThe third magical fairy novel in the Philippa Fisher series from bestselling Emily Windsnap author, Liz Kessler.Philippa is looking forward to spending New Year in the village where her new friend Robyn lives. But her fairy godsister Daisy, assigned to a new job but disobeying orders as usual, turns up to warn her that something really bad (SRB) is going to happen! What they don't know is that a fairy has gone missing from the ancient stone circle on the moors - and that at ATC (Above the Clouds) Headquarters, the fairy godmothers in charge have a special plan for them...A perfect story for Liz Kessler's many fans, in which humans and fairies swap worlds with dramatic and unexpected consequences.
Philippa Fisher's Fairy Godsister: Book 1 (Philippa Fisher Ser. #Bk. 1)
by Liz KesslerSparkling with magic, warmth and charm, this is the first book in the Philippa Fisher series from bestselling Emily Windsnap author Liz Kessler - full of friendship and fairies. Eleven-year-old Philippa Fisher is not happy. She's picked on at school, her parents are embarrassing, and worst of all, her best friend has just moved away. But it seems Philippa's luck is about to change when Daisy, the new girl at school, reveals that she is Philippa's fairy godmother - or godsister, since they are the same age. Daisy has been assigned to help Philippa by granting her three wishes. Unfortunately, Daisy is not too fond of working with humans, and she can't wait to get her mission over with. But as every wish seems to make Philippa's life worse rather than better, can the two girls team up to fix Philippa's world before it's too late?A traditional story in a thoroughly contemporary setting, PHILIPPA FISHER'S FAIRY GODSISTER touches on friendship, luck, finding out what you really want, and learning to handle the cards you are dealt.
Phillis Wheatley: Phillis Wheatley - Grades 4-5 - Guided Reading Level O (Social Studies: Informational Text Series)
by Emily SmithIgnite your students' passion for history through the use of intriguing primary sources! The Primary Source Reader series features purposefully leveled text to increase comprehension for different learner types. Students will learn about the fascinating life and times of Phillis Wheatley and her important contributions to history. This informational text includes captions, a glossary, an index, and other text features that will increase students' reading comprehension. It aligns with state standards including NCSS/C3, McREL, and WIDA/TESOL and prepares students for college and career readiness.
Phillis Wheatley: The Inspiring Life Story of the American Poet (Inspiring Stories)
by Robin S. DoakA young, sickly Phillis Wheatley was brought to Massachusetts as a slave. She grew up in two worlds treated well and educated but still enslaved. In her short life she wrote nearly 150 poems and became the first African-American poet to publish a book. She died alone and in poverty, but her poems live on. They provide a unique perspective on life in colonial America in the late 1700s.
Philosophy A Visual Encyclopedia (DK Children's Visual Encyclopedias)
by DKThe perfect book for young readers looking to explore some of life's biggest questions.Thousands of years ago, ancient philosophers asked some important questions: "What is real?", "What is the point of my existence?", "Why is there evil in the world?", and "What can I know?" These questions have gone on to spark passionate debates about our existence and how we understand the world around us. In this engaging and accessible introduction to philosophy, readers aged 11+ will be introduced to a variety of philosophical ideas through the teachings of Plato, Confucius, Simone de Beauvoir, and many more.Vibrant, reader-friendly illustrations bring the history of ideas and thinking to life, and provide topics for reflection and debate. With biographies of the most influential philosophers from around the world, young readers will explore the questions that have been fundamental to the development of scientific study, logical thinking, religious beliefs, freedom in society, and much more. Thought experiments peppered throughout will help to connect readers with the theories presented so they can apply them to their own lives.
Phineas Gage: A Gruesome but True Story About Brain Science
by John FleischmanPhineas Gage was truly a man with a hole in his head. Phineas, a railroad construction foreman, was blasting rock near Cavendish, Vermont, in 1848 when a thirteen-pound iron rod was shot through his brain. Miraculously, he survived to live another eleven years and become a textbook case in brain science.At the time, Phineas Gage seemed to completely recover from his accident. He could walk, talk, work, and travel, but he was changed. Gage "was no longer Gage," said his Vermont doctor, meaning that the old Phineas was dependable and well liked, and the new Phineas was crude and unpredictable.His case astonished doctors in his day and still fascinates doctors today. What happened and what didn&’t happen inside the brain of Phineas Gage will tell you a lot about how your brain works and how you act human.
Phineas L. MacGuire ... Erupts! The First Experiment
by Frances O'Roark Dowell Preston McdanielsHERE'S WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT PHINEAS L. MACGUIRE, BOY-SCIENTIST EXTRAORDINAIRE, AKA MAC: 1. He's allergic to purple, telephone calls, and girls, and can prove it. 2. He's probably the world's expert on mold, including which has the highest stink potential. 3. He does not have a best friend. He does, however, have an un-best friend, who he does not -- repeat, not -- want to upgrade to best-friend status. But disaster strikes when his teacher pairs Mac and his un-best friend together for the upcoming science fair. Worse, this un-best friend wants the project to be on dinosaurs, which is so third grade. Worse still, it seems as though everyone else in his class finds the un-best friend as unlikable as Mac does. But, being a boy-scientist, once Mac notices this, he just might have to do some investigating. This very funny young middle-grade novel includes tantalizingly gruesome experiments for exploding your own volcanoes and imploding marshmallows.
Phineas and Ferb Comic Reader: Quantum Boogaloo!
by Disney PressPhineas and Ferb need a tool that hasn't been invented yet, so they hop in a time machine and head 20 years into the future! Unfortunately, they're spotted by Future Candace, who follows them back in time to bust them on the day they built their giant rollercoaster. She does bust them—but by doing so, she changes the future!
Phineas and Ferb: Candace Against the Universe
by Disney BooksPhineas, Ferb, Perry the Platypus, and Dr. Doofenshmirtz are back for an interstellar adventure in this chapter book based on the new Disney+ original movie. When Candace is abducted by aliens, Phineas and Ferb have to team up with Dr. Doofenshmirtz to get her back . . . but what if she doesn't want to return to Earth?
Phoenix Flight (Skyborn)
by Jessica KhouryJessica Khoury brings her masterful world-building and emotional depth to this soaring fantasy series. In a world where everyone is born with wings, stone monsters prowl the skies, hunting those who dare to fly too high.In the Clandoms, every person is born with wings, along with the ability to fly. But there has always been one deadly restriction to this gift -- a rule that must never be broken. Flying in cloudy skies summons gargols, vicious stone monsters that will tear any poor trespassers apart.History doesn't tell where the gargols came from, or why they're so intent on punishing those who soar too high. But now Ellie Meadows thinks she knows why. An aspiring knight turned wanted fugitive, Ellie has seen the truth with her own eyes. The Clandoms' history has been taken from them, along with their ancestral homes.Only one person can return the Clandoms back where they belong. Nox Hatcher is the key to the skies, if only Ellie can get him to believe it.
Phonic Books Alba: Decodable Books for Older Readers (CVC, Consonant Blends and Consonant Teams, Alternative Spellings for Vowel Sounds - ai, ay, a-e, a) (Phonic Books Catch-Up Decodable Readers)
by Phonic BooksAlba is a feisty, resourceful heroine who steps in to save the day when someone threatens to jeopardize her father's important scientific work. Starting at CVC level the books progress through consonant blends, consonant digraphs and alternative vowel spellings. Phonic Books Alba comprises 12 books and follows the same phonic progression as the Phonic Books Totem series and can be used in parallel to consolidate phonemic knowledge and reading skills. Book 1: Lost (CVC, CVCC) Book 2: The Plan (CVC, CVCC, CCVC) Book 3: Alba Slips Up (CVC, CVCC, CCVC, CCVCC) Book 4: French Fries for Lunch (sh, ch, th, tch) Book 5: A Bit of Luck (ck, ng, qu, wh) Book 6: A Brave Escape (ai, ay, a-e, a) Book 7: Apple Trees (ee, ea, e, y, ey) Book 8: The Long Road Home (o-e, ow, oa, o) Book 9: Supper (er, ir, ur) Book 10: Howling Wind (ow, ou) Book 11: River Flight (igh, i-e, y, i ) Book 12: The Truth (oo, ew, u-e, u) Accompanying photocopiable activities for segmenting, comprehension, blending and writing can be found in Alba Activities.
Phonic Books Amber Guardians: Decodable Books for Older Readers (Suffixes, Prefixes and Root Words, Morphology) (Phonic Books Catch-Up Decodable Readers)
by Phonic BooksA chance discovery of an ancient necklace leads Finn and his friends on an incredible quest. Phonic Books Amber Guardians comprises ten books and the carefully written stories are designed to motivate older readers and build reading stamina. Each book has a higher ratio of text to illustration to bridge the gap between structured reading series and mainstream reading. Book 1: City of Secrets Book 2: The Bones of Ruin Book 3: Into the Unknown Book 4: Roots of Corruption Book 5: Trials and Trickery Book 6: Impossible Transformation Book 7: Facing Fears Book 8: Bounty in the Lagoon Book 9: Sounds of the Sirens Book 10: Guardians Unite Accompanying photocopiable activities for introducing suffixes, prefixes and root words and reading comprehension and spelling activities using English morphology can be found in Amber Guardians Activities.
Phonic Books Get Out of the Game: Decodable Books for Older Readers (CVC, Consonant Blends and Consonant Teams) (Phonic Books Catch-Up Decodable Readers)
by Phonic BooksLearn how to read with these decodable Phonic Books for older readers.Get Out of the Game are older reader books that introduce children to a few letters and sounds at a time. The pack of 12 decodable books is aimed at older children in need of support with their reading, teaching different letter patterns through a series of stories. Dedicated books in each stage break down phonics practice while offering different stories, encouraging independent reading from the start for ages 9-12 or Grades 4 and 5. This action-packed quest story takes the reader from CVC and CVCC word text through to adjacent consonants, consonant digraphs and suffixes -ed and -ing.For example:Books 1, 2 & 3: CVC, CVCCBooks 4 & 5: CCVC and -ed, CCVCCBook 6: ‘ch’ and ‘tch’Book 7: ‘sh’This catch-up reader book series features: A pack of 12 decodable books each containing a story with different phonic letters and sounds.Each unit introduces new letters and sounds by sounding them out (sat, s - a - t).Reading material aimed at older children who need support with their reading.CVC, VCC, CVCC, CCVC, and CCVCC words, introducing adjacent consonants, consonant diagraphs, and suffixes -ed and -ing.Each 16-page book contains: Reading practice/vocabularyContents page Story pagesWhat is phonics?Phonics is a way of teaching children to read through understanding the sounds that individual letters make and blending them to make a word. Children can learn to read using this skill to decode new words. Phonic Books specializes in decodable, systematic books supporting this structured literacy instruction.
Phonic Books Island Adventure: Decodable Books for Older Readers (Alternative Vowel Spellings) (Phonic Books Catch-Up Decodable Readers)
by Phonic BooksFinn and his sister, Snub, are visting Gran and Grandpa on a remote Scottish island. An accident brings them closer together, but a subsequent calamity is the beginning of an exciting quest. Phonic Books Island Adventure introduces alternative vowel spellings. Island Adventure comprises ten books and follows the same phonic progression as Phonic Books Dragon Eggs, Phonic Books Talisman 1 and Phonic Books Rescue and can be used in parallel to consolidate phonemic knowledge and reading skills. Book 1: Saving the Day (ay, ai, a, a-e, ea, ey) Book 2: Sea Change (ee, ea, y, e, ie, e-e, ei) Book 3: Coast to Coast (ow, oa, oe, o-e, o) Book 4: A World Away (er, ir, ur, or, ear) Book 5: Sounds and Shadows (ow, ou & oi, oy) Book 6: A Shrewd Route (oo, ue, u-e, ew, ou, u) Book 7: An Amazing Find (igh, ie, i-e, i, y) Book 8: Awesome Morning (a, aw, awe, au, al, ough) Book 9: Don't Be Scared (air, are, ear, ere, eir) Book 10: Arty Party (ar) Accompanying photocopiable activities for word building, reading, spelling and comprehension can be found in Island Adventure Activities.
Phonic Books Magic Belt: Decodable Books for Older Readers (CVC, Consonant Blends and Consonant Teams) (Phonic Books Catch-Up Decodable Readers)
by Phonic BooksWhen Zak's grandfather falls ill, Zak must go on a quest to find ten magical gems to help cure him. This action-packed quest story takes the reader from CVC and CVCC word text through to consonant blends, consonant teams and suffixes -ed and -ing. Phonic Books Magic Belt comprises 12 decodable books for older readers who can read simple CVC words. Magic Belt shares the same phonic progression as Phonic Books That Dog! and can be used in parallel to consolidate phonemic knowledge and reading skills.Book 1: The Man in the Mist (CVC, CVCC)Book 2: Ten Rocks (CVCC)Book 3: "Help Us!" (CVCC)Book 4: The Clam (CCVC and 'ed')Book 5: Crabs! (CCVCC)Book 6: Crouch! ('ch' and 'tch')Book 7: Hush! ('sh')Book 8: The Sixth Rock ('th')Book 9: Golem of the Rocks ('ck' and 'qu')Book 10: Dung! ('ng')Book 11: The Spitting Pot ('wh' and 'ing')Book 12: The Simple Plot ('le')Accompanying photocopiable activities for word building, blending, spelling and comprehension can be found in Magic Belt Activities.