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The Folk of the Faraway Tree: Book 3
by Enid BlytonThe third book in the magical Faraway Tree seriesby one of the world's most popular children's authors, Enid Blyton.The mischievious Connie comes to enjoy a few days with Joe, Beth and Frannie while her mother is sick. Connie refuses to believe in the Faraway Tree or the magical folk who live in it, even when the Angry Pixie throws ink at her! Join the children and their friends Moonface, Saucepan Man and Silky the fairy as they discover which new land is at the top of the Faraway Tree. Will it be the Land of Spells, the Land of Treats, or the Land of Do-As-You-Please? Come on an amazing adventure!First published in 1946, this edition contains the original text. Inside illustrations are by Jan McCafferty, and the cover by Mark Beech (2014).
The Folks in the Valley: A Pennsylvania Dutch ABC
by Jim AylesworthA rhyming alphabet book about the people and activities of a Pennsylvania Dutch settlement in a rural valley.
Folktales for Fearless Girls: The Stories We Were Never Told
by Myriam SayaleroHeroines save the day in this empowering collection of folktales from around the world, perfect for fans of Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls. Curses to be broken. Riddles to be solved. Kings' favor to be won. These are the standard stories we've heard in folktales and fables for as long as we can remember--challenges faced and overcome by princes and knights in shining armor. In Folktales for Fearless Girls, though, we see a different set of heroes charge across the page. In fact, we see heroines.Wily women and clever girls, valiant queens and brave villagers--these are the people to save the day in this collection of folktales from around the world and across the ages. Long before J.K. Rowling brought us Hermione Granger, well before Katniss Everdeen entered the arena, these fierce protagonists were the role models for strong girls through the ages. Here we read the story of Jimena, who dresses like a man to go fight in a war; of Min, whose cleverness leads her family to riches; and of Nabiha, who outsmarts thieves and wins the respect of the king. With stories from China, Russia, Persia, India, Armenia, the UK, Spain, France, Southern Africa, Egypt, and Germany, this is a collection of tales that showcases the original literary feminists.With beautiful full-color art throughout to accompany these empowering tales, this an essential book for all girls!
Folktales from Ecosystems: Around the World (Into Reading, Level O #86)
by Claire Daniel Red Hansen Marilee Heyer Dennis HockermanNIMAC-sourced textbook <p><p> Folktales are stories that people have told for many years. What is the best way to rescue ostrich chicks from a grumpy old lioness? Where do polar bears go when they steal the warmth of summer? Find out in these folktales from around the world.
Follow Chester!: A College Football Team Fights Racism and Makes History
by Gloria Respress-ChurchwellA little-known civil rights hero and college football MVP finally gets a voice in this fictional account detailing Chester Pierce's game-changing role as the first Black college football player to compete south of the Mason-Dixon Line.In 1947, no African American player can play at a southern school; in return, the opposing team benches a player of "equal talent." This historical fiction picture book frames a turbulent time in the civil rights era with the clever use of a football play to show race relations and teamwork. Inspired by a true story, capturing a historic defense against the Jim Crow laws of the South.
Follow Follow: A Book of Reverso Poems
by Marilyn SingerNow one of Booklist's 30 Best Books of the Year!"Genius!" – Wired.com“Marilyn Singer's verse in Follow Follow practically dances down each page . . . the effect is miraculous and pithy.” – The Wall Street JournalOnce upon a time, Mirror Mirror, a brilliant book of fairy tale themed reversos–a poetic form in which the poem is presented forward and then backward–became a smashing success. Now a second book is here with more witty double takes on well-loved fairy tales such as Thumbelina and The Little Mermaid.Read these clever poems from top to bottom and they mean one thing. Then reverse the lines and read from bottom to top and they mean something else–it is almost like magic!A celebration of sight, sound, and story, this book is a marvel to read again and again.
Follow Me
by K. R. AlexanderIt's strange enough for Tamal to be the new kid in town. But it's even stranger to be living in the house that everyone wants to avoid, a house with a very deadly history.Nobody wants to talk about what happened . . . nobody except the terrifying girl Tamal keeps encountering throughout the house. Tamal's parents can't see her, but he's sure she's there -- and wants something from him. Tamal's family thought this house would be a new start . . . But instaed it might be a dead end.
Follow That Car
by Lucy FeatherPacked with comic capers and animal antics, this brilliantly bold book follows Mouse&’s madcap pursuit of Gorilla through a variety of exciting settings. Are you ready? Then let&’s go! Follow that car! Start your engines! As Mouse hops on his motorcycle to chase after Gorilla, the duo dashes through busy building sites, rolling railway stations, alpine avalanches, and more! Teeming with detail-rich scenes and slapstick humor . . . as well as every kind of comical car, boat, truck, and train . . . the book rewards and delights a gleeful poring over of its pages—while also ending up with a satisfyingly silly reason for all the adventure. Is Gorilla such a baddie after all?
Follow That Frog!
by Philip C. SteadWhen a curiously croaking stranger comes knocking at the door, Aunt Josephine launches into a rambling tale about her lifelong pursuit of a rare giant frog.Eccentric Aunt Josephine poignantly ignores a stranger knocking at her door as she tells her niece Sadie the story of her time in the jungles of Peru, cataloguing amphibians for the scientific team of Admiral Rodriguez. When the admiral's son was suddenly swallowed by a giant frog, Aunt Josephine gave chase in a journey which took her around the world. In the tradition of Philip Stead and Caldecott Medalist Matthew Cordell's previous collaborations Special Delivery and The Only Fish in the Sea, this is a story full of rambunctious fun and sensationally appealing artwork.A Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection
Follow the Line to School
by Laura LjungkvistFollow the line from the science corner to the library, from recess to show-and-tell. This new Follow the Line book-illustrated in Laura Ljungkvist's signature line style-takes children on a colorful, comforting, and altogether fun romp through the school day. With its unique modern design and engaging interactive text, Follow the Line to School is sure to appeal to both new and returning students.
Follow the Recipe: Poems About Imagination, Celebration, and Cake
by Marilyn SingerA joyful collection of poems by the author of Mirror Mirror, in the form of recipes both simple and allegorical.This delicious collection of poems by the innovative Marilyn Singer is accompanied by vibrant splashy artwork by two-time Caldecott honoree Marjorie Priceman. Presented in a small-size format to appeal to older readers (as well as young), the book has the look of a vintage collector's compendium that includes pictures, ephemera and annotations to add interest. Even young children are familiar with recipes--a series of steps to help them make something--and the book begins with simple dishes and ideas (such as a recipe for reading a recipe and a recipe for measuring), and then adds more ideas and grows in sophistication until the last recipes broach lofty concepts (such as a recipe for understanding and a recipe for peace). A treasure of words and images and ideas.
Follow Your Art (Jeanie & Genie #3)
by Trish GrantedJeanie and Willow&’s world is turned on its head in the third book of the Jeanie and Genie series when a classmate makes a wish to bring art to life. Can Jeanie and Willow keep the art fair from running rampant at school?When a classmate makes a wish to bring art to life...Willow grants the wish and suddenly, the school art fair is filled with talking sculptures, living dioramas—and one very sneaky pipe cleaner stick figure! Can Jeanie and Willow rein in the renegade art before the entire school learns Willow is a genie? With easy-to-read language and illustrations on almost every page, the Jeanie & Genie chapter books are perfect for beginning readers.
Follow Your Art (DreamWorks Trolls)
by Jen MaloneTROLLS hits theaters everywhere on November 4, 2016! DreamWorks Animation's TROLLS is an irreverent comedy extravaganza with incredible music! From the genius creators of SHREK, TROLLS stars Poppy, the optimistic leader of the Trolls, and her polar opposite, Branch. Together, this unlikely pair of Trolls must embark on an adventure that takes them far beyond the only world they've ever known.Now you can meet the main characters and tour Troll Town before you see the movie! Harper is nervous about making friends. She's an artiste, and that can mean sometimes she has her head--and her multicolored hair--stuck in a project. But she has nothing to worry about. Poppy and her friends are the chattiest, friendliest, danciest group of trolls she'll ever meet! And they're determined help Harper overcome her friendship fear! This paper-over-board prequel novel introduces readers to their soon-to-be favorite characters and features a totally original story.
Following Baxter
by Barbara KerleyThis heartwarming adventure for dog lovers everywhere is a great match for fans of books such as The Fourteenth Goldfish and A Snicker of Magic.Eleven-year-old Jordie Marie Wallace has been waiting forever for someone to move in next door, so she is thrilled when Professor Reece arrives: she has a laboratory in her basement and an extraordinary dog named Baxter—who seems to understand everything Jordie says.Jordie and her younger brother T.J. begin walking Baxter and helping Professor Reece in the lab. But being lab assistants ends up being more than Jordie and T.J. bargained for and leads them to a secret neither of them expected.When Professor Reece goes missing, it's up to Jordie and T.J. to use their smarts and Baxter’s magical powers to find her. Will they be able to save Professor Reece before it’s too late?From award-winning author Barbara Kerley comes a sweet and funny story about a young girl, a quirky professor, and a magical dog. A Bank Street Book of the Year!Praise for the award-winning Dinosaurs of Waterhouse Hawkins by Barbara Kerley:“Marvelous.” —New York Times“Stunning.” —Kirkus (starred review)“[Kerley] suffuses her text with a contagious sense of wonder and amazement.” —Publishers Weekly (starred review)
Following His Way: Activity Book, Level C (Following His Way #Series 4)
by Dorothea Amey; Martha Ban; Anna Maye BoicortFollowing His Way, deviates from the thematic approach found in the previous three series. Following His Way emphasizes how a person should live as a follower of Christ and how a Christian can make wise everyday decisions. Stories illustrating the choices individuals or groups made during Bible times form the background for studying significant Scripture passages. These Bible stories, which portray decisions with both the positive and negative results, are all examined for what they teach about living as a follower of Christ.
Following Meowth's Footprints (Unofficial Adventures for Pokémon GO Players #Book Two)
by Alex PolanWhen their neighbor’s cat goes missing, Ethan, Devin, Carlo, and Gianna grab their Poké Balls and Razz Berries and hit the streets to search for him. Along the way, they hope to catch a frisky Meowth, or even a legendary Mewtwo or mythical Mew.But Team Mystic’s favorite Pokémon are just as elusive as the lost cat. Plus, someone or something is throwing the friends off track with misleading paw prints and meowing. Now the Pokémon-collectors-turned-sleuths have to choose which clues to follow-and which Pokémon to pursue. Can the friends use the knowledge and resourcefulness that earned their team its Prestige to find both the real cat and the Pokémon they dream of catching? Fans of Pokémon GO will be on the edge of their seats as Team Mystic puts the clues together in this thrilling second book in the Unofficial Adventures for Pokémon GO Players series!
Fonchito and The Moon
by Mario Vargas LlosaDon't miss your first Mario Vargas Llosa: Fonchito and the Moon. Fonchito falls in love for the very first time and discovers that there is nothing one cannot do for a loved one, even if what they wish for is the moon! Fonchito is a little boy with his heart set on winning the affection of his classmate Nereida. She is beautiful, and all he hopes for is her permission to kiss her on the cheek. But she is shy and agrees under only one condition: that Fonchito bring the moon to her. Bring her the moon? What is Fonchito to do? And in that moment his love inspires him to find a way to do the impossible. This first children’s book by Mario Vargas Llosa, one of the world’s greatest writers, is an enchanting story about the magic in discovering how high you can reach for those you love, even if they ask for the moon.
Food Boats, Ahoy! (Fountas & Pinnell Classroom, Guided Reading)
by Julie RoweNIMAC-sourced textbook. Floating Food. If you're feeling hungry on the water, you might want to hail a food boat. Food boats have been around for a very long time, and today they're more popular than ever.
Food Chains and Webs
by Delta EducationAn introduction to food webs and ecosystems for third and fourth grade.
Food Chains and Webs
by Holly WallaceFood Chains and Webs looks at the way plants and animals in a particular place are connected by what they eat. Because green plants can make their own food, they begin every food chain and web. All animals, including people, rely on plants for their food.
Food Fun An Activity Book for Young Chefs: Baking Edition: 60+ recipes, experiments, and games (Young Chefs Series)
by America's Test Kitchen KidsFrom the creators of the #1 New York Times Bestseller The Complete Cookbook for Young Chefs, comes the second in a series of interactive workbooks for kids ages 8 to 12 who want recipes, science experiments, hands-on activities, and games--all about baking! Use the kitchen as your classroom, no school involved!Does salt make sweet treats taste even sweeter? Why do you have to let pizza dough rest before shaping it? Can you tell the difference between cookies baked with white sugar and cookies baked with brown sugar? Plus easy, kid-tested and kid-approved recipes for spiced applesauce muffins, almost no-knead bread, cake pan pizza, blondies, and more, Kitchen Explorers! Baking Edition brings the kitchen alive with fun baking-centric science experiments and art projects (edible and otherwise). Puzzles, word games, coloring pages and beyond will keep kids occupied and engaged.
Food Is Fuel (Health and My Body)
by Mari SchuhWe need food to keep our bodies going. But what are healthy foods and why should we eat them? With engaging text and colorful photos, readers learn how to make healthy food choices. Food Is Fuel includes a glossary, read more section, kid-friendly Internet sites, and an index.
Food Network Magazine The Big, Fun Kids Baking Book: 110+ Recipes for Young Bakers (Food Network Magazine's Kids Cookbooks #2)
by Food Network Magazine Maile CarpenterThe ultimate kids' cookbook for beginner bakers, from the editors of America's #1 food magazine and bestselling authors of The Big, Fun Kids Cookbook.This collection is packed with tons of recipes for easy sweets and treats, designed with young cooks in mind and triple tested by the chefs in Food Network Kitchen. Kids will get all the info they need to make their favorite desserts: muffins and quick breads, brownies and bars, cookies, cupcakes, sheet cakes, and more. The recipes are simple to follow and totally foolproof, and each one comes with a color photo and pro tips to help junior chefs get started in the kitchen. Inside you'll find: • 110+ delicious recipes • Fun food trivia • A visual recipe index with a photo of every recipe • Choose-your-own adventure recipes (such as design-your-own Whoopie Pies and Banana Bread) • Crowd-pleasers like Red Velvet Brownies, Pumpkin Spice Chocolate Chip Cookies, Mini PB & Chocolate Cupcakes, Chocolate Candy Bar Layer Cake, and more! • Fun food crafts such as cookie puzzle pieces and DIY sprinkles • Amazing fake-out cakes including spaghetti and meatballs, a taco, and a pineapple • Bonus food-themed activity pages with word scrambles, spot-the-difference photo games, and more • Lay-flat binding and a heavy paper stock that will stand up to frequent use
Food Network Magazine The Big, Fun Kids Baking Book Free 14-Recipe Sampler!
by Food Network Magazine Maile CarpenterCalling all junior bakers! Check out this special selection of 14 recipes from the first-ever baking book for kids from the editors of Food Network Magazine—including Carrot-Coconut Muffins,Lemon-Raspberry Quick Bread, Peanut Butter Cup Brownies, Butterscotch Blondies, Snack-Attack Cookies with Bacon and S&’mores Cake. Then if you want more, look for all 110 recipes in The Big, Fun Kids Baking Book. It also includes food trivia, tips, food crafts, and other fun activities.