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The Demons' Door (A Haunted Mystery #2)
by Chris GrabensteinPreviously published as The Hanging Hill. From the New York Times bestselling author of Escape From Mr. Lemoncello's Library and coauthor of I Funny and Treasure Hunters, comes a series of spine-tingling mysteries to keep you up long after the lights go out.Every theater has its demons. At this one? They’re real.Zack is staying at the Hanging Hill summer theater, a place where he and his family hope to recover from the fiery fallout of Zack’s last ghostly encounter. The theater is all set to stage Zack’s stepmother’s play . . . or so they think.What Zack doesn’t know is that the director has another show in mind, and that production requires a child born under a full moon. A child who will not survive opening night. And Zack? He was born under a full moon.Zack has battled evil spirits before, but this time he’ll learn that just because it’s a playhouse doesn’t mean that the ghosts are playing.Read all of Chris Grabenstein's Haunted Mysteries!The CrossroadsThe Demons' DoorThe Zombie AwakeningThe Black Heart Crypt
The Den of Forever Frost (Bears of the Ice #2)
by Kathryn LaskyCubs Stellan and Jytte survived their treacherous trek across the Nunquivik, but their quest to rescue their mother has only begun. Svenna is imprisoned at the sinister Ice Clock-the headquarters of the Grand Patek whose dangerous influence is spreading throughout the bear kingdom. Only one bear has ever stood up to the Grand Patek-Svern, the cubs' father, a famous warrior who's been in exile for years. And so, along with their friend Third, the cubs set out to find Svern in the legendary Den of Forever Frost-a place some bears claim never existed at all. But time is running out. The Grand Patek has a secret weapon at his disposal-one with the power to destroy everything the creatures of Ga'Hoole hold dear. In this second book in the Bears of the Ice series, bestselling author Kathryn Lasky lures readers deeper into a vividly-imagined fantasy world full of magic, adventure . . . and animal heroes unlike any other.
Denis Ever After
by Tony AbbottWritten by award-winning author Tony Abbott and perfect for fans of The Ethan I Was Before and The Thing About Jellyfish, this bittersweet middle grade novel follows the ghost of Denis Egan as he teams up with his living twin brother to solve the mystery of his death. <P><P>Denis Egan is dead. He’s okay with that. It’s been five years since he died, and the place where souls go is actually pretty nice. Sure, there are some things about his life and how it ended he can’t quite recall, but that’s how it’s supposed to be. <P><P>Remembering could prevent Denis from moving on to whatever’s next. However, something is standing in his way. His twin brother Matt can’t let go of him, and as long as the living are holding on to his memory, Denis can’t rest in peace. <P><P>To uncover the truth about what happened that day five years before, Denis returns to his hometown and teams up with Matt. But visiting for too long has painful consequences for Denis, and Matt’s renewed interest in his brother’s passing is driving a wedge between his still-grieving parents. <P><P>Can the two boys solve the mystery of Denis’s death without breaking apart the family he’s left behind?
Dentistry (Merit Badge #33394)
by Boy Scouts of America StaffDENTISTRY MERIT BADGE PAMPHLET BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA MERIT BADGE SERIES "Enhancing our youths' competitive edge through merit badges'
The Departure (Animorphs #19)
by K. A. ApplegateCassie's had it. After the last mission, she realizes she's getting tired of missions. Tired of battles. Tired of being an Animorph. She decides that she just can't do it anymore. So she quits. But the war for her planet isn't so easy to quit. It seems a human-Controller named Karen followed Cassie after the last run-in with the Yeerks, and she knows Cassie has the ability to morph. If she exposes Cassie, it's all over. No more Cassie. No more Animorphs. No more planet Earth.
Deprivation House: Book One in the Murder House Trilogy
by Franklin W. DixonATAC Briefing for Agents Frank and Joe Hardy MISSION: To join the cast of a new reality show called Deprivation House - featuring a group of teens competing to see who can survive the longest without modern luxuries - and to determine who's behind the death threats received by other contestants. LOCATION: A huge villa in Beverly Hills, CA. POTENTIAL VICTIMS: All the contestants and crew of the show. SUSPECTS: The show's million-dollar prize offers strong motivation to each contestant, and some members of the crew are hiding big secrets.
Depth Perception (Tom Swift Inventors' Academy #8)
by Victor AppletonTom and his friends&’ service project cleaning up a local lake becomes a deep dive into suspicious behavior in in the eighth novel in Tom Swift Inventors&’ Academy—perfect for fans of The Hardy Boys or Alex Rider.Tom and his friends are excited to be spending their spring break out at Lake Carlopa, where they&’ll be camping and testing inventions to clean up the shores as part of a service project sponsored by Swift Enterprises. Rock star of the engineering world Jonathan J. Jefferson is even set to make an appearance as part of the event. Tom&’s also really looking forward to using the trip as an opportunity to test out his most ambitious creation yet—a two-man submarine! Lake Carlopa is a haven for scuba divers because of its clear waters, and it will be the perfect place for the sub&’s maiden voyage. But when a scuba diving team shows up at the campsite and seems to be there for more than just pleasure diving, Tom and his friends wonder what they&’re really up to. Are the divers using the exhibition as cover for something more sinister?
Derek Amato: Accidental Genius (Fountas & Pinnell Classroom, Guided Reading)
by Anderson Mehta Patrick MorganNIMAC-sourced textbook. Mysteries of the Brain. Geniuses—people with almost superhuman mental abilities—are few and far between. Even rarer are people who become geniuses overnight. For Derek Amato, a terrible accident unlocked talents he never had before, and his experience has helped reveal some of the mysteries of the human brain.
Derwood, Inc.
by Jeri MassiJack and his sister Penny investigate suspicious activities at the mattress store and visit Aunt Irene in Ohio where Jack is almost kidnapped. Written for 5th graders.
Desastre en el musical (Drama en la secundaria)
by Jessica GundersonKamilla is an amazing singer, but she refuses to try out for the school musical. She simply can't stand the thought of everyone staring at her, when she sees herself as overweight. Led by her mom, Kamilla sees a doctor who tells her she's a healthy weight but encourages her to exercise to feel better, both physically and mentally. Will Kamilla's new habit lead to big changes, or is she stuck waiting in the wings forever? This Junior High Drama edition discusses a common concern in a healthy, thoughtful way. Fully translated Spanish text.
Descendants: A Novelization
by Rico GreenMal, Evie, Jay, and Carlos are the offspring of some of the most terrible villains of all time. They're offered a chance to leave the Isle of the Lost, where they have been imprisoned all their lives, and go to prep school in the idyllic kingdom of Auradon with all of the "good" kids.
Descolgando la luna
by Gregory HughesA la muerte de su padre, los hermanos Robert y Marie Claire deciden ir en busca de su único pariente cercano, un tío que vive en Nueva York, para que se convierta en su tutor y no sean ubicados en un hogar sustituto. Así, comienza su viaje iniciático... -¿Hacia dónde se dirigen?- preguntaron los agentes de la patrulla fronteriza. -Vamos a Nueva York a visitar a nuestra abuela, y a ver el edificio Empire State y la Estatua de la Libertad y todo lo demás. Y nuestra abuelita nos horneará uno de sus deliciosos pays de manzana. Su respuesta se escuchó muy convincente. Algunos días, yo mismo me preguntaba quién era en verdad la Rata. -¿Cómo se llama tu abuela?- preguntó el oficial. ¡Hasta ahí llegábamos! La actuación de Caperucita Roja de la Rata nos había arruinado. -Abuela, por supuesto. Me sentí aliviado cuando escuché las risas. -¿Le gustaría ver nuestros certificados de nacimiento?- dijo la Rata. ¡Siempre tenía que exagerar! ¡No se sentiría satisfecha hasta que nos encerraran! Conoce a la Rata: Una niña del campo con la astucia de un pandillero, que adora bailar y jugar futbol. Cuando el padre de la Rata muere, ella decide marcharse a Nueva York. ¿Qué más puede hacer su hermano mayor, Bob, sino seguirla? Únete a Bob y a la terrible y fantástica Rata en su divertida, conmovedora y fascinante aventura, mientras emprenden un viaje por carretera.
Descubre: Lengua y cultura del mundo hispánico [Level] 1
by José A. Blanco Philip Redwine Donley Yayo Pere Virgili Hermann MejíaAs the newest edition of this successful series, Descubre ©2014 provides students with seamlessly integrated text and technology to enhance learning, motivate students, and promote life-long language learning.
Descubre: Lengua y cultura del mundo hispánico, [Level] 1
by José A. Blanco Philip Redwine Donley Yayo Pere Virgili Hermann MejíaNIMAC-sourced textbook
Descubre tu papel en las elecciones (Guía para jóvenes sobre el gobierno)
by Jessica GundersonWhen election season starts, the race is on! But what do campaigns, candidates, polls, and the Electoral College have to do with voting for our nation's leaders? Using engaging, age-appropriate language and colorful photos, readers decipher the complex electoral process and learn how to get involved in the next election. Fully translated Spanish text.
Descubre tus derechos civiles (Guía para jóvenes sobre el gobierno)
by Emma Bernay Emma Carlson BerneWhat are our civil rights, and how are they different from our legal rights? What do gender, age, discrimination, and the U.S. Constitution have to do with our civil rights? Using engaging, age-appropriate language and colorful photos, readers decipher our nation's civil rights laws and learn how they protect our citizens. Fully translated Spanish text.
Descubre tus derechos legales (Guía para jóvenes sobre el gobierno)
by John Micklos Jr.Order in the court! What do free speech, due process, freedom of assembly, and search and seizure have to do with our legal rights? Using engaging, age-appropriate language and colorful photos, readers decipher our nation's complex legal system and understand their rights under the law. Fully translated Spanish text.
Un deseo para una estrella (Wish Upon a Stray): Una novela de la serie Deseo
by Yamile Saied MéndezA heartwarming and authentic immigration story about a stray dog, the power of music, and celebrating old traditions along with new beginnings, by Pura Belpré Award-winning author Yamile Saied Méndez.La vida de María Emilia se vuelve patas arriba cuando ella y su familia migran desde Argentina a Estados Unidos. ¿Cómo puede hacer amigos si tan solo hablar inglés el día entero es agotador?Por suerte tiene la compañía de una perrita callejera que luce y se comporta exactamente como una gata que tenía en su país natal. Más tarde resulta que no es una perrita callejera, sino que pertenece a Donovan, el nuevo vecino de María Emilia. Para poder pasar más tiempo con la perrita (que de ninguna manera es su gata reencarnada... ¿cierto?), accede a cantar en la banda de Donovan, pero ¿podrá Emilia encontrar su nueva voz sin dejar de ser lo que fue?María Emilia's life turns upside-down when she and her family immigrate from Argentina to the US. How can she make new friends when simply speaking English all day is exhausting?Luckily, she has the company of a stray dog in the neighborhood, who happens to look and act just like her beloved pet cat back home. Eventually, it turns out the pup isn't a stray after all -- she belongs to María Emilia's new neighbor, Donovan. In order to spend more time with the dog (who totally isn't her reincarnated cat... right?), she agrees to sing in Donovan's band. But can Emilia find her new voice without losing herself?
Desert Diary: Japanese American Kids Behind Barbed Wire
by Michael O. TunnellA moving primary source sheds light on the experience of Japanese American children imprisoned in a World War II internment camp.A classroom diary created by Japanese American children paints a vivid picture of daily life in a so-called "internment camp." Mae Yanagi was eight years old when she started school at Topaz Camp in Utah. She and her third-grade classmates began keeping an illustrated diary, full of details about schoolwork, sports, pets, holidays, and health--as experienced from behind barbed wire. Diary pages, archival photographs, and narrative nonfiction text convey the harsh changes experienced by the children, as well as their remarkable resilience.
Deserted (Attack on Earth)
by Israel KeatsAliens attacked Earth, and Leo had no idea. He may or may not have been out in the woods skipping class. When he returns to town only to find it's been evacuated, Leo realizes he's in bigger trouble than just missing school. With no way to contact his parents and no idea where they went, Leo will have to rely on his instincts—and the help of some new friends he meets along the way—to get out of the town he's been stranded in. Perfect for survival story enthusiasts, this Attack on Earth novel is packed full of action and drama to engage reluctant readers.
Deserts
by Donna LathamInvestigating the planet's biomes and examining the modern threats to each ecosystem, this interactive series challenges young readers to look at how their own actions influence the planet's health. With compare-and-contrast facts and vocabulary-building sidebars, each engaging guide reveals how environmental threats-both human and natural-affect plants and animals. Examining this growing biome, this guide shows that the desert is more than just a giant sandbox. Discussing desertification and how environmental change-such as ranching, overdevelopment, and cactus collection-in this area can threaten life outside the desert, this resource instructs students on the need to treat the desert with care.
DeShawn Days
by Tony Medina R. Gregory ChristieI'm DeShawn Williams I'm ten years old come see who I live with -- who I love! From this inviting opening, we are swept into ten-year-old DeShawn's world where we meet his family, his friends, and learn about his hopes and dreams. DeShawn lives in the projects, where "You don't just hear music / you hear sirens too /cop cars and ambulances /screaming all the time /real loud at you." This is also a place where neighbors gather for barbecues, and where DeShawn and his cousin build a snowman in the winter. We experience the death of DeShawn's grandmother, deeply feeling his sadness and loss. And we share the hope as he and his mother turn to each other for comfort. Readers from all backgrounds will be charmed by this upbeat, compassionate, and creative young boy.
Design-Based Research in Education: Theory and Applications
by Zoi A. Philippakos, Emily Howell and Anthony PellegrinoEffective research in educational settings requires collaboration between researchers and school-based practitioners to codesign instruction and assessment, analyze findings to inform subsequent iterations, and make thoughtful revisions. This innovative reference and course text examines the theory and practice of design-based research (DBR), an important methodology for conducting studies in authentic educational contexts. Leading experts provide specific examples of high-quality DBR addressing different research foci, grade levels, and subject areas (literacy/English language arts, math, and science). Applications are presented for curriculum development, intervention, assessment, and digital contexts, as well as teaching second-language learners. Also addressed is DBR&’s role in educator preparation, professional development, dissertation research, and technical education.