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Juneberry Blue
by Candice RansomTaking inspiration from Sleeping Beauty and charming small towns, this contemporary magical realism novel includes a mistaken destiny, a dying town, and a determined ghost cat.Eleven-year-old Andie Jennings, of Morning Glory, Virginia (population: 8), is set to inherit her family's magic on Midsummer's Eve. And Andie plans to use it to bring her dad home for good from his long-haul trucking job. Except her gift doesn&’t come.But when a see-through cat starts following her, Andie realizes she didn't fail to get her magic at all. Her gift just isn&’t what anyone expected. Turns out, her new ability to communicate with the ghosts she can suddenly see may be the very thing that Morning Glory—and her own family—needs.Inspired by storytelling and tales passed down through generations, Juneberry Blue celebrates the importance of listening to stories--and the people who tell them.
Junebug (Junebug Ser.)
by Alice Mead Michael HaysNIMAC-sourced textbook <P><P>Some of the stuff that goes on in the Auburn Street Projects, I'm never gonna do. These projects are like some kind of never-never land, like they never got put on a regular map. Nobody comes around here on purpose. It's as if we all got lost, right in the middle of the city. <P><P>Reeve McClain, Jr. -- Junebug -- has decided to skip his birthday. Since ten is the age when boys in the projects are forced to join gangs or are ensnared by drug dealers, Junebug would rather remain nine. Still, he does have a birthday wish: to someday become a ship's captain and sail away. So Junebug comes up with a plan to launch a flotilla, fifty glass bottles containing notes with his wish, in the hope that someone somewhere will help to make his dream come true. <P><P>Lexile Measure: 570L
Junebug (Junebug Ser.)
by Alice MeadSome of the stuff that goes on in the Auburn Street Projects, I'm never gonna do. These projects are like some kind of never-never land, like they never got put on a regular map. Nobody comes around here on purpose. It's as if we all got lost, right in the middle of the city.Reeve McClain, Jr. -- Junebug -- has decided to skip his birthday. Since ten is the age when boys in the projects are forced to join gangs or are ensnared by drug dealers, Junebug would rather remain nine. Still, he does have a birthday wish: to someday become a ship's captain and sail away. So Junebug comes up with a plan to launch a flotilla, fifty glass bottles containing notes with his wish, in the hope that someone somewhere will help to make his dream come true.
Juneteenth
by Van G. GarrettA lyrical picture book about our newest national holiday, Juneteenth follows the annual celebration in Galveston, Texas—birthplace of Juneteenth—through the eyes of a boy coming to understand his place in Black American history in a story from three Texan creators.A young Black child experiences the magic of the Juneteenth parade for the first time with their family as they come to understand the purpose of the party that happens every year—and why they celebrate their African American history!The poetic text includes selected lyrics from “Lift Every Voice and Sing,” the unofficial Black National Anthem, and the vibrant art illuminates the beauty of this moment of Black joy, celebrated across the nation. This vibrant adventure through the city streets invites young readers to make a joyful noise about freedom for all.
Juneteenth for Mazie
by Floyd CooperMazie is ready to celebrate liberty. She is ready to celebrate freedom. She is ready to celebrate a great day in American history — the day her ancestors were no longer slaves. Mazie remembers the struggles and the triumph, as she gets ready to celebrate Juneteenth. <p><p>This beautiful story by award-winning author and illustrator Floyd Cooper will captivate both children and adults.
Juneteenth: Our Day Of Freedom (Step into Reading)
by Sharon Dennis WyethSome call it Freedom Day; some call it Emancipation Day; some call it Juneteenth. Learn more about this important holiday that celebrates the end of chattel slavery in the United States in this Step 3 History Reader.On June 19, 1865, two years after the Emancipation Proclamation, a group of enslaved men, women, and children in Texas gathered. Order Number 3 was read, proclaiming that they were no longer enslaved--they were free. People danced, wept tears of joy, and began to plan their new lives. Juneteenth became an annual celebration that is observed by more and more Americans with parades, picnics, family gatherings, and reflection on the words of historical figures, to mark the day when freedom truly rang for all. Step 3 Readers feature engaging characters in easy-to-follow plots and popular topics--for children who are ready to read on their own.
Jungle Beasts: Level 2 (I Can Read! #Level 2)
by ZondervanThese exciting photos and facts show children the wonders of God’s creation. Includes simple text perfect for level two readers. Titles include: Rainforest Creatures; Under the Sea; Birds of the Air; Bugs, Bugs, Bugs; Freezing Friends; and Creatures Down Under. Rainforest Creatures features unusual yet familiar animals like the sloth and the tree kangaroo and facts about their habitat. Under the Sea will feature facts about sea creatures such as the giant squid, baseball fish, and the blue-ringed octopus. Birds of the Air will include facts about flying friends like the macaw, toucan, flamingo, and yellow-bellied sapsucker. Bugs, Bugs, Bugs will tell about stinkbugs, dung beetles, killer bees, and more. Creatures Down Under will tell about the platypus, kookaburra, kangaroo, and crocodile and coral. Freezing Friends will focus on Polar bears, seal, penguin, and walrus. Farm Animal Babies will focus on familiar farm animal babies, their special names, and characteristics. Forest Animal Babies will focus on fun forest animal babies like raccoons, mountain lions, and baby birds and their special characteristics. Jungle Animal Babies will focus on fun jungle animal babies like monkeys, panthers, and baby birds and their special characteristics.
Jungle Book Storybook and CD, The (BD size)-Target custom pub
by Disney PressRead along with Disney! Find out how Maximus the horse became friends with Flynn and Rapunzel in this storybook featuring word-for-word narration.
Jungle Chase! (LEGO City: Storybook)
by Paul Lee Ace LandersWhen two LEGO® City scientists are in the jungle with their research crew, the search for a rare spider takes them on a wild adventure! Snakes, leopards, and jewels, oh my! Will they find the spider-or their way back to camp?
Jungle Land (The Seven Prequels #1)
by Eric WaltersDJ is always thrilled to spend time with his grandfather, a person he idolizes. When his grandfather announces that he's going to take all of his grandsons on individual adventures, it seems only fair that DJ, as the oldest grandchild, will get his adventure first. An adventure that sees his grandfather at the controls of a small plane as the two fly to Central America for a week. But when someone tries to kidnap him, DJ must flee through the jungle and down a crocodile-infested river, pursued by armed gunmen. When he isn't busy trying to stay alive, DJ discovers things about himself he never suspected and uncovers information that leads him to believe his beloved grandfather is living a secret life. In this exciting prequel to Between Heaven and Earth and Sleeper, the responsible and athletically gifted DJ flies to Central America.
Jungle Temple Oracle: A Gameknight999 Adventure
by Mark ChevertonAn ancient jungle temple holds the secrets to stopping the evil Herobrine!Gameknight999's true enemy has finally surfaced: Herobrine, an artificially intelligent virus that wants to escape Minecraft and destroy mankind with their own creation - the Internet. If he is able to escape the game and get online, Herobrine will infect millions of computer systems and turn machines and weapons on their masters, threatening all of humanity.Gameknight realizes he's going to need help to defeat this seemingly invincible enemy. His NPC friends tell him of the ancient Oracle residing in the oldest jungle temple in Minecraft who knows the secret to defeating this terrible threat. The path to the temple is fraught with danger, and Gameknight must enlist the help of his friends on his quest, but will they reach the Oracle in time to stop Herobrine? Gameknight999 will be tested to his limits, and perhaps beyond, in this spine-tingling new adventure.
Jungle Treasures: A Southeast Asian Folktale [On Level, Grade 3]
by Liza Woodruff Anna HarrisNIMAC-sourced textbook
Jungle of Bones
by Ben MikaelsenLost and alone in the jungle, one boy will have to let go of his assumptions and anger, or be dragged down with them.Dylan Barstow has finally crossed the line. After getting caught on a late-night joyride in a stolen car, Dylan is shipped off to live with his ex-Marine uncle for the summer. But Uncle Todd has bigger plans for Dylan than push-ups and early-morning jogs. Deep in the steamy jungles of Papua New Guinea, there's a WWII fighter plane named SECOND ACE that's been lost for years, a plane that Dylan's own grandfather barely escaped from with his life. In all this time, no one has ever been able to track down SECOND ACE -- but now Dylan and his uncle are going to try.Lush and haunted, vital and deadly, these alien jungles half a world away could mean Dylan's salvation, or they could swallow him whole.
Junie B. First Grader - Aloha-ha-ha!: Junie B., First Grader (Junie B. Jones #26)
by Barbara ParkIt's a week in "Pair-o-Dice!" Junie B. and her family are going on a vacation to Hawaii! And ha! <P><P>Mr. Scary is giving Junie a real, actual camera to keep a photo journal of her trip! But taking good vacation pictures is not always easy. <P><P>'Cause what if your airplane is full of grouchy ladies? And what if there is an unfortunate inner tube incident at the swimming pool? (And, oh my! Let's not even mention what happens if a tropical bird gets tangled in your hair!) Will Junie B. 's vacation end up picture perfect? Or will her trip to Hawaii be aloha-horrible?
Junie B. Jones and the Stupid Smelly Bus: 20th-Anniversary Full-Color Read & Listen Edition (Junie B. Jones #1)
by Barbara ParkShe's spunky, she's sassy, she's one of a kind! Now, for the first time ever, the book that started it all, Junie B. Jones and the Stupid Smelly Bus, is available in a full-color Read & Listen edition edition with original, never before seen material—including an interview with Barbara Park conducted by the world's funniest first grader herself.This ebook includes Read & Listen audio narration.
Junie B. Jones and the Stupid Smelly Bus: The Graphic Novel (Junie B. Jones Graphic Novels)
by Barbara ParkLaugh out loud with the #1 New York Times bestselling Junie B. Jones—now starring in &“a dynamic new graphic novel series that stays true to the curious, energetic Junie of years past&” (School Library Journal, starred review).&“Hilarious. Barbara Park makes reading fun.&”—Dav Pilkey, creator of Dog ManIt&’s Junie B.&’s first day of kindergarten! But she&’s afraid of the school bus. Can she overcome her fears, or will she be stuck at school forever?Meet the teacher day? Check! Fun, new classroom? Check! Shiny new first day of school shoes? Check! Meet Junie B. Jones! The B stands for Beatrice. Except she doesn&’t like Beatrice. She just likes B. and that&’s all. Junie B. is almost six. Almost six is when you go to kindergarten. And TODAY is Junie B.&’s first day of school! Only guess what? Junie B. does NOT want to ride the school bus home. It smells on the bus. Plus also, what if there are meanies on the bus who might pour chocolate milk on your head?! In fact, what if Junie B.&’s so scared of the bus that when it&’s time to go home…she doesn&’t?!After more than thirty years as a beloved favorite, the world&’s funniest kindergartner is coming to graphic novels with full-color adaptations that bring Junie B. to life for a new generation of readers and give kids even more ways to laugh—and read—with Junie B. Jones!Don&’t miss Junie B. Jones and a Little Monkey Business: The Graphic Novel—coming soon!
Junie B., First Grader (Junie B. Jones #18)
by Barbara Park Denise Brunkus<P>Hurray, hurray for a brand-new school year! <P>Only, for Junie B. Jones, things are not actually that pleasant. 'Cause first grade means having to get used to a whole new classroom. And a whole new teacher. And a whole new bunch of strange children. But here's the worst thing of all: when Junie B. tries to read words on the chalkboard, she can't seem to see what everyone else is seeing! Is it possible she might actually end up wearing glasses?
Junior Girl Scout Handbook
by Girl ScoutsThis is your handbook filled with stories about girls like you, activities, games, and facts about growing up. In this book you'll learn about camping and the outdoors, staying safe and healthy, protecting the environment, enjoying time with friends and family, playing sports, enjoying the arts and sciences, and much more. You'll also learn about belonging to Girl Scouts of the U.S.A., the largest organization for girls in the country.
Junior Great Books Series 3 First Semester
by The Editors at the The Great Books FoundationAnthology of folktales for children.
Junior Great Books, Series 3, Book One: Relationships, Kindness, Confidence
by The Great Books FoundationJunior Great Books® Series 3 introduces students to outstanding, interpretive literature from around the world. Book One of Series 3 features nine stories by award-winning authors. These stories are organized around three themes--relationships, kindness, and confidence. Relationships: Boundless Grace, Mary Hoffman. The Scarebird, Sid Fleischman. Chin Yu Min and the Ginger Cat, Jennifer Armstrong. Kindness: The Gold Coin, Alma Flor Ada. The Magic Listening Cap, Japanese folktale as told by Yoshiko Uchida. The Mushroom Man, Ethel Pochocki. Confidence: The Banza, Haitian folktale as told by Diane Wolkstein. The Upside-Down Boy, Juan Felipe Herrera. The Ugly Duckling, Hans Christian Andersen.
Junior Great Books, Series 2: Generosity, Book Two
by The Great Books FoundationNIMAC-sourced textbook
Junior Great Books, Series 3, Book Two: Gratitude, Courage, Cleverness
by The Great Books FoundationJunior Great Books® Series 3 introduces students to outstanding, interpretive literature from around the world. Book Two of Series 3 features nine stories by award-winning authors. These stories are organized around three themes--gratitude, courage, and cleverness.
Junior Great Books, Series 4, Book One: Trust, Resourcefulness, Communication
by The Great Books FoundationJunior Great Books® Series 4 introduces students to outstanding, interpretive literature from around the world. Book One of Series 4 features nine stories by award-winning authors. These stories are organized around three themes--trust, resourcefulness, and communication.