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Crazy Weekend
by Gary SotoA "fun-packed adventure" (VOYA) by a gifted and popular storyteller. When Hector and his friend Mando, seventh-graders, visit Uncle Julio, a photographer in Fresno, they have more excitement than they ever imagined. On a photo shoot in a rickety old plane, they spot an armored car heist, and Uncle Julio snaps some shots of the robbers. After they report what they saw, the two robbers decide they have to teach Hector and Mando a lesson. When the bumbling thugs meet up with the quick-witted boys, the results are hilarious.
Creaky Acres: A Graphic Novel
by Nilah Magruder Calista BrillA heartwarming middle-grade graphic novel about being the new kid, making new friends, and learning to trust yourself through the power of horseback riding. Perfect for fans of Victoria Jamieson's Roller Girl.Nora is a prize-winning horseback rider in a suburban area, with a tight-knit circle of best friends. But when her mom gets a prestigious new job in a poor, rural area, she has to adjust to a lot of change: to being the only Black kid in a new class and to a new barn called Creaky Acres, where her beloved horse, Hay Fever, will make his new home.It&’s there she meets sweet and geeky Laura, goofy and fun-loving Wilson, and fearless Dolores (aka Dizzy). With her ragtag team of equestrians, Nora learns it&’s okay to stand out and steps into her power as a leader, realizing that being a rider isn&’t just about winning—or maybe that winning just might look different than what she&’d thought.
Cream Buns and Crime: Tips, Tricks, and Tales from the Detective Society (A Murder Most Unladylike Mystery)
by Robin StevensLearn more about Daisy and Hazel&’s detecting process and unravel three brand-new mini-mysteries in this short story companion to the Murder Most Unladylike series.Daisy Wells and Hazel Wong are famous for the murder cases they have solved—but there are many other mysteries in the pages of Hazel&’s casebook, including the macabre Case of the Deepdean Vampire, the baffling Case of the Blue Violet, and even their very first case of all: the Case of Lavinia&’s Missing Tie. Packed with these brilliant new mini-mysteries and peppered with Daisy and Hazel&’s own detecting tips, tricks, and facts, this is the perfect book for fans and budding members of the Detective Society.
Create Computer Games: Design and Build Your Own Game
by Patrick McCabePUT DOWN YOUR CONTROLLER Why just play videogames when you can build your own game? Follow the steps in this book to learn a little about code, build a few graphics, and piece together a real game you can share with your friends. Who knows? What you learn here could help you become the next rock-star video- game designer. So set your controller aside and get ready to create! Decipher the code – build some basic knowledge of how computer code drives videogames Get animated – create simple graphics and learn how to put them in motion Update a classic – put your knowledge together to put your modern twist on a classic game
Creating America: A History of the United States (New York Edition)
by Donna M. Ogle Jesus GarciaU.S. history textbook
Creating America: A History of the United States Workbook
by Mcdougal LittellThis Creating America Workbook contains: Three Worlds Meet, Beginnings to 1763, Creating a New Nation 1763-1791, The Early Republic, 1789-1844, A Changing Nation, 1810-1860, The Nation Divided and Rebuilt, 1846-1877, America Transformed. 1860-1914, Modern America Emerges, 1880-1920, and Depression, War, and Recovery, 1919-1960.
Creating America: A History of the United States- Beginnings Through World War I
by Donna M. Ogle Jesus Garcia C. Frederick RisingerCreating America: Beginnings Through World War I -- A History of the United States
Creating Balance in Children's Lives: A Natural Approach to Learning and Behavior
by Lorraine MooreThrough the 1990s and into the present, concerns have increased regarding children's learning, behavior and health. In this book, educators, parents, and childcare providers will find options for addressing these concerns. The strategies presented will help balance and optimize children's physical, mental, emotional, and social development. Look inside to learn more about; the many aspects of balance; how the body, mind, and heart work together; how emotions affect learning and behavior; the importance of nutrition; meeting children's basic needs; how to recognize symptoms and sources of imbalance; options for preventing and correcting imbalances. Children are the world's most precious resources. A cooperative effort on the part of adults in behalf of all children is urgently needed to set the course for our future. This book can be a guide for this important process.
Creating Balance in Children's Lives: A Natural Approach to Learning and Behavior
by Peggy Henrikson Lorraine O. MooreFormerly published by Peytral PublicationsEducators will discover how emotions affect learning and behavior, recognize the symptoms and sources of imbalance, and promote students' physical, mental, emotional, and social development.
Creating Celtic Animal Designs: A Fresh Approach to Traditional Design
by Cari BuziakMany instruction books just teach how to duplicate designs without providing any clues for the next step — making your own! This unique guide features the highly effective Aon method, a technique for creating your own original designs rather than copying examples. It's easy to comprehend, with simple step-by-step instructions that focus on incorporating animal forms into Celtic patterns and designs.Creating Celtic Animal Designs builds on author Cari Buziak's experience teaching and writing about Celtic patterns and their creation, meaning, and history. Her nine in-depth examples encompass both traditional and contemporary renderings of animals — hounds, lions, hares, birds, and other creatures. Cari demonstrates the freehand drawing of Celtic knots and moves beyond the basics to show how to manipulate and develop stand-alone patterns into panels and combinations. Artists, designers, art instructors, tattoo artists, and anyone who appreciates Celtic designs will find this book a treasury of both instruction and inspiration.
Creating the Constitution: 1787
by James Lincoln Collier Christopher CollierHistory is dramatic -- and the renowned, award-winning authors Christopher Collier and James Lincoln Collier demonstrate this in a compelling series aimed at young readers. Covering American history from the founding of Jamestown through present day, these volumes explore far beyond the dates and events of a historical chronicle to present a moving illumination of the ideas, opinions, attitudes and tribulations that led to the birth of this great nation. Using a narrative format, Creating the Constitution details the events leading up to the writing of the U.S. Constitution and what American leaders went through to create it. The authors describe the conflicts between the new states and the delegates each sent to the Constitutional Convention, as well as the work that was done to resolve the many issues at hand. The text is enhanced with images of historical art & artifacts, maps, and photographs of historic and thematic significance.
Creation and Development of North Carolina in United States History
by William Deverell Deborah Gray WhiteNIMAC-sourced textbook
Creative God, Colorful Us
by Trillia J. Newbell&“This book could literally change a generation, change the trajectory of our culture, change a whole world of broken toward hope.&” - Ann Voskamp, New York Times bestselling author of The Broken WayGod could have made us all exactly the same, but He didn&’t. And our differences are good!As His children, those called by God to belong to His family, we can actually use our differences to help each other. Here&’s some more great news: There are no rules about how we look or sound to be in His family. We have a delightfully different family on purpose.Every person is made by God, in His image, and therefore is equal in value and worth.Kids, somehow, already know this to be true.This short, colorful book (written with grade-schoolers in mind) will share the truth of God&’s Word with them. The truth about how we were made with differences, how we sinned, how God rescued us, and how—if we understand that God&’s diverse creation will be together in Heaven—it should motivate us to love one another on earth!
Creative God, Colorful Us
by Trillia J. Newbell&“This book could literally change a generation, change the trajectory of our culture, change a whole world of broken toward hope.&” - Ann Voskamp, New York Times bestselling author of The Broken WayGod could have made us all exactly the same, but He didn&’t. And our differences are good!As His children, those called by God to belong to His family, we can actually use our differences to help each other. Here&’s some more great news: There are no rules about how we look or sound to be in His family. We have a delightfully different family on purpose.Every person is made by God, in His image, and therefore is equal in value and worth.Kids, somehow, already know this to be true.This short, colorful book (written with grade-schoolers in mind) will share the truth of God&’s Word with them. The truth about how we were made with differences, how we sinned, how God rescued us, and how—if we understand that God&’s diverse creation will be together in Heaven—it should motivate us to love one another on earth!
Creative Kids Complete Photo Guide to Crochet
by Deborah BurgerAre you looking for the perfect guide to teach your child to crochet? Look no further! Creative Kids Complete Photo Guide to Crochet starts with the absolute basics about stitching, beginning with a discussion about hooks and yarn and how to make simple chains, then gradually introduces skills and techniques until kids are crocheting confidently.Veteran crochet author Deborah Burger, author of Crochet 101 and How to Make 100 Crochet Appliqués, will guide you and your children through projects. With over 200 photos and clear, concise instructions in language easily understood by grade-school kids, you're going to be creating crafty crochet projects with your child in no time!Each project lists the crocheting skills that will be exercised in making it and projects are rated for difficulty, so kids can learn and grow as they develop dexterity and coordination. Your children will learn to crochet by making simple projects and building skills by practicing the essentials, and this book provides a sound foundation for a lifetime of crocheting enjoyment.
Creative Paper Crafts: 35 Cool, Customizable Projects for Crafty Kids
by Lisa GloverTransform paper into unique keepsakes with hands-on crafts for kids 8-12 With a little cutting, folding, and gluing, kids can turn paper into cool gadgets, games, and accessories—like a Starry Night Globe, a Tiny Ticket Suitcase, a Fleecy Alpaca, and more. Creative Paper Crafts shows them how with 35 templates included right inside the book, so all they have to do is cut them out and get crafting! With detailed instructions and step-by-step photos, kids will create their own impressive paper treasures in no time.Tips and tricks—This book sets kids up for success with a quick introduction to preparing their workspace, choosing materials, and paper crafting terms like "scoring" and "quilling."No special tools required—Kids just need some basic household items like paper, scissors, glue, and pencils to complete these projects.For all skill levels—Kids can try out simple crafts like the Archipelago Bookmarks and the Uplifting Envelopes Card, or more difficult crafts like a Scaled-Down Crown and a Book Nook Alley.Help kids have a blast learning new skills with this book of awesome paper crafts.
Creatively Human: Why We Imagine, Make and Innovate (Orca Think #18)
by Lois PetersonCreativity is everywhere and everyone is creative. Our brains and bodies are built to make and innovate, and that instinct is as old as humanity itself. Starting when we’re babies, we draw, tell stories, invent, dance, perform, make music, among dozens of other creative acts. Did you know that our ancestors were weaving 12,000 years ago and using pigment to make paintings 17,000 years ago? Today, creativity is all around us, in public and private spaces and places all over the world. From graffiti and flash mobs to music class and TV screens, Creatively Human encourages young readers to look at the world with a creative eye. Explore the origins and impact of ideas and inventions, arts and technology, and learn about the developments and advances that change and improve the lives of everyone. It’s time to recognize and celebrate how everyone—including you—contributes to our world in so many creative ways! The epub edition of this title is fully accessible.
Creature (The Heights)
by The Editors at the Saddleback PublishingNeither one noticed the large creature in the woods. It quietly ran alongside them. Its red eyes stared at them. Lilia thought she heard a scream. She stopped and listened. Then she heard it again.
Creature Camp: Make Your Own • 18 Softies to Draw, Sew & Stuff
by Wendi Gratz Jo GratzBy a mother and daughter duo: &“a bit of a &‘learn to sew&’ book for children . . . provide[s] ample inspiration without intimidation for young crafters&” (Publishers Weekly). This collection of 18 skill-building projects teaches children with no sewing experience how to sew their very own cuddly pals. From sewing on buttons to putting in zippers, this guide walks kids step-by-step through various skill levels. They will learn to embroider, turn corners, and make curves with these fun designs. Multiple examples of each project encourage them to explore ideas. Featuring shapes, critters, and monsters that appeal to kids&’ imagination, the projects build on skills and develop creativity. &“Written for children by Wendi and her daughter Jo . . . a book of sewing basics focusing on creating fun stuffed creatures, and it&’s suitable for new or experienced sewists ages 9 and up. It&’s kid-tested and approved, because all of the sewing was done by 11-year-old Jo and her friends . . . With Christmas coming, I can&’t think of a more perfect book for kids and grown-ups alike. There is just so much cuteness that needs to be stitched and gifted!&”—Wild Olive Blog
Creature Keepers and the Burgled Blizzard-Bristles
by Peter Nelson Rohitash RaoAbbie, Jordan, and Eldon travel to the snowy Himalayas to find the Yeti and save the world in the third book in the epically hilarious, fully illustrated middle grade adventure series, Creature Keepers, from the dynamic creators of Herbert's Wormhole.Although the Creature Keepers were able to defeat Chupacabra, their nemesis still managed to get his claws on one of Bigfoot's Soil Soles. Now he needs only one more item of mythological power to wreak havoc across the globe. Disturbances in China lead Abbie, Jordan, and Eldon to discover that Chupacabra is after the Yeti, a powerful but reclusive cryptid who hasn't been seen since the days Jordan's grandfather was running the Creature Keepers. Our heroes will need to find the Yeti first--and hopefully avert another catastrophe.
Creature Keepers and the Hijacked Hydro-Hide
by Peter Nelson Rohitash RaoFor kids who love the Origami Yoda and Zombie Chasers series comes the first book in an epically hilarious, fully illustrated middle grade adventure series, starring some of history's best-known mythical beasts, from the dynamic creators of Herbert's Wormhole.Twelve-year-old Jordan Grimsley has moved with his family into an old, abandoned house in Florida that belonged to his long-lost grandfather. While clearing stuff out of the attic, Jordan finds a scrapbook filled with old news clippings about local sightings of the mythological South Florida Skunk Ape. Determined to learn more, he persuades Eldon Pecone, the only other kid for miles, to come along on an excursion into the swamp, where many of the sightings occurred.This is when Jordan makes a startling discovery: not only is the Skunk Ape real, but Eldon is an elite member of a secret society of Creature Keepers--humans assigned to protect a variety of mythical beasts. And when they discover that the Loch Ness Monster has gone missing, it kick-starts a fast-paced, funny, and totally original race across the globe to restore order and balance to the world.
Creature Keepers and the Perilous Pyro-Paws
by Peter Nelson Rohitash RaoAn epically hilarious, fully illustrated adventure seriesAbbie, Jordan, and Eldon band together with their cryptid friends in an attempt to save the world in the final book in this fun series.As summer draws to an end, Jordan and Abbie Grimsley are moving with their parents from the city into their long-lost grandfather’s house in the Florida everglades. But before they settle into their new life, they’re taking a completely ordinary, creature-free cruise to the Yucatan Peninsula.Despite the mysterious history and strange recent events that have surrounded the Grimsley family, there's no reason to suspect this relaxing vacation to the ancient site of the Chicxulub Crater (thought to be caused by a massive asteroid that wiped out the dinosaurs sixty-six million years ago) will lead to the discovery of a never-before-seen super-cryptid and a final showdown between good and evil that will decide the fate of the entire world. Or is there…?
Creature Keepers and the Swindled Soil-Soles
by Peter Nelson Rohitash RaoAbbie, Jordan, and Eldon are off on their next Creature Keepers mission in the second book in this epically hilarious, fully illustrated middle grade adventure series, from the dynamic creators of Herbert's Wormhole.Gearing up for a triumphant return to South Florida, and their new position as honorary Creature Keepers, Abbie and Jordan are surprised when it turns out they are actually heading north of the border to Canada for their summer vacation. With Creature Keepers the world over abandoning their posts, the two siblings have been tapped for a special assignment: to serve as the new keepers for Syd--otherwise known as Bigfoot!Caring for Syd has never been a particularly difficult job--he's more than content to sit around in his treehouse and watch TV all day. But TV, in fact, is posing the newest threat to the Creature Keepers. Specifically, a reality-show host named Buck Wilde is dead set on tracking down Bigfoot and exposing him. And before long, the Keepers suspect that Buck isn't the only one intent on finding Syd....
Creature Teacher: The Final Exam (Goosebumps Most Wanted #6)
by R. L. StineGoosebumps now on Disney+!It doesn't take long for Tommy to find out he's in big trouble. His whole family is obsessed with winning and he's being sent off to a special camp to help make him into a "winner." When Tommy gets there, he sees that something isn't right. All of the kids are so competetive. It's almost like their lives depend on it. Can Tommy survive The Final Exam?