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You Were Born on Your Very First Birthday
by Linda Walvoord Girard Christa KiefferDescribes the life of a tiny baby in his safe, warm, floating place during the nine months before he is born.
You Won't Like This Present as Much as I Do! (Charlie and Lola)
by Lauren ChildLola wants to buy Lotta a special birthday present and thinks up all sorts of imaginative gifts, like a musical jump rope or wings so Lotta can fly. After Charlie reminds Lola that a good present is one Lotta can actually use and that actually exists, Lola settles on buying a doctor's kit. Trouble is, now Lola wants the present for herself!
You Wouldn't Want to Be a Civil War Soldier!: A War You'd Rather Not Fight (You Wouldn't Want To...)
by David Antram Thomas Ratliff<p>What are your chances of surviving America's bloodiest war? This interactive series will enthrall young and reluctant readers (Ages 8-12) by making them part of the story, inviting them to become the main character. Each book uses humorous illustrations to depict the sometimes dark and horrific side of life during important eras in history. <p>It's 1861. War has broken out between the United States and the Confederate States of America, and you have answered President Lincoln's call for volunteers to fight for the Union. This new extended edition includes a Civil War timeline, details of major battles, and fascinating information on the role of women in the Civil War.</p>
You Wouldn't Want to Be on Apollo 13!: A Mission You'd Rather Not Go On (You Wouldn't Want To... Series)
by Ian GrahamCount down to liftoff! You are about to go on the most exciting and dangerous journey of your life. You are part of the crew on the spacecraft Apollo 13. It's Amazing! Top Tips from Experts! If you need to meets, do it before your helmet is fitted! Make sure you ate tightly strapped into your seal for takeoff. Don't panic! Keep calm or you might make things worse. Don't move around too much-you'll use up more precious oxygen.
You Wouldn't Want to Live in Pompeii: A Volcanic Eruption You'd Rather Avoid
by John Malam David Antram David Salariya Stephen HaynesIt's not so bad being a slave in ancient Pompeii. Your owners treat you well and youlive in a thriving city. But what's up with the dead fish floating in the river and thegas smell escaping from the ground? You better say your prayers, because whenMount Vesuvius blows its top, no one will be spared!
You Wouldn't Want to Work on the Great Wall of China! (You Wouldn't Want To...)
by David Antram Jacqueline Morley David SalariyaYou're a poor farmer living in China around 215 B.C. With plenty of things to worry about— bad weather, poor crops, and big taxes to pay— you've barely noticed the political upheavals taking place around you recently. A few years ago, China as one nation did not exist. The land was divided between rival states who had been fighting each other for centuries. But now a really strong ruler from the state of Qin has emerged. He has united the country and called himself Qin Shihuangdi, which means "First Great Emperor of China." He is ruthless and cruel. No one dares to disobey his orders and he does not care how many people die carrying them out. You are one of the unlucky thousands he sends to build a huge defensive wall 1,800 miles long on China's northern border. It's known as the Great Wall of China and it's still there today.
You Wouldn’t Want to Explore With Sir Francis Drake: A Pirate You'd Rather Not Know
by David StewartAn addition to a humorous series looks at the darker side of exploring the world with Sir Francis Drake--a dangerous voyage that would last for three long years.
You are the Coolest: Positive Puns for Kids (Illustrated Jokes)
by Calee M. LeeA puntastic book to help boost a child&’s self-esteem, because every kid needs to hear, &“I&’m not kitten, I think you&’re the best!&” This collection of positive puns is sure to make any kid chuckle. From &“Taco &’bout an awesome kid!&” to &“I be-leaf in you!&” this book is filled will illustrated affirmations that provide a daily reminder that they are loved. You Are the Coolest makes a great gift for graduations, the first day of School, Valentine&’s Day, birthdays and more. Brenda Ponnay&’s fun illustrations bring the puns to life and are appropriate for pinning on a refrigerator, bulletin board, or flipping through on a regular basis.
You should Meet: Katherine Johnson
by Thea FeldmanMeet Katherine Johnson, a brilliant mathematician who worked at NASA in the early 1950s until retiring in 1986. Katherine's unparalleled calculations (done by hand) helped plan the trajectories for NASA's Mercury and Apollo missions (including the Apollo 11 moon landing). She is said to be one of the greatest American minds of all time.
You're Invited to a Moth Ball: A Nighttime Insect Celebration
by Loree BurnsRSVP and have a ball--a moth ball--while studying moths in your own backyard!Kids are usually asleep when moths come out at night. But discovering the diverse moth population is simple--stay up late and set up a party for moths! Nature centers and museums host events called moth balls each summer, but kids can create their own right at home. Captivating photographs show how to lure in moths to study them. Direct address to the reader shows kids the magic of science found at home.
You're Making Me Six: A Graphic Novel (Catwad #6)
by Jim BentonIt's Sixth time's the charm!Catwad and Blurmp venture out of the living room and into the world in this hilarious graphic novel! Attending a comic convention, taking a swim deep inside a toilet bowl, gazing into the future with Blurmp’s crystal ball, shredding on guitar, and horseback riding are just a few adventures in this laugh-out-loud collection. It’s the zaniest Catwad yet!
You're Mine, Captain! (Geronimo Stilton Spacemice)
by Geronimo StiltonIn this fun science fiction spin-off to the bestselling middle grade series, a mouse astronaut travels to an alien planet for a cosmic adventure.Meet Geronimo Stiltonix: He is a spacemouse—the Geronimo Stilton of a parallel universe! He is captain of the spaceship MouseStar 1. While flying through the cosmos he visits distant planets and meets crazy aliens. His adventures are out of this world!In You’re Mine, Captain! The MouseStar 1 is contacted by strange aliens whose ship has broken down! Geronimo Stiltonix is happy to help them out, and even accompanies them to their home planet Flurkon. But during his visit, the alien queen becomes enchanted by Geronimo—and wants to marry him! Will he be forced to stay on Flurkon forever?Praise for the Geronimo Stilton’s Spacemice series:“A wonderful science-fiction introduction for young readers.” —Kirkus ReviewsPraise for Geronimo Stilton’s books:“Lightning pace and full-color design will hook kids in a flash.” —PUBLISHERS WEEKLY
You're Never Too Young to Save the Planet (Rigby Leveled Library, Level Q #4)
by Misha Herenger Daniel DelValleNIMAC-sourced textbook
You're Only Old Once!: A Book for Obsolete Children (Classic Seuss)
by Dr. SeussJoin in on the fun (and funny) journey of getting older with this hilarious Dr. Seuss picture book—it&’s just what the doctor ordered for new retirees, old souls, and kids at heart--and makes a perfect gift to celebrate birthdays and other milestones!" The Doctor is in...Dr. Seuss that is! Readers will laugh along with the parade of medical madness as an elderly patient is poked, prodded and ogled during his stay at the &“Golden Years Clinic on Century Square for Spleen Readjustment and Muffler Repair.&” Once again, Dr. Seuss proves that his sharp wit and colorful imagination are a treat for readers of all ages. A perfect gift for retirement, birthdays, graduations, holidays, and anyone needing a little pick-me-up after a doctor&’s visit!
You've Got Dragons
by Kathryn CaveWorries, fears, and anxieties are all dragons that sneak up on most of us at one time or another. Sometimes you need some help defeating your dragons.Lots of people get dragons. Even really really good people get them. And sometimes they're hard to get rid of. So what can a young boy with a bad case of the dragons do? He can pretend they are not there, or that they are really quite harmless. Hugs from his mom help. Looking his dragon straight in the eye at least once every day helps even more. But most reassuring of all is the reminder that dragons don't stay forever.You've Got Dragons provides real, actionable advice on handling stress and provides good inspiration for conversation and creative coping.
You, Me And Empathy: Teaching Children About Empathy, Feelings, Kindness, Compassion, Tolerance And Recognising Bullying Behaviours
by Jayneen Sanders Sofia CardosoOne of the most important social skills a child can learn is empathy. Being able to understand how another person is feeling and recognizing their needs helps people to connect to one another across race, culture and the diversity that is ever-present and so important to our world. This charming story uses verse, beautiful illustrations and a little person called Quinn to model the meaning of empathy. Throughout the story, Quinn shows an abundance of understanding, compassion and kindness towards others. Showing empathy towards others is a learnt trait, and one to nurture and cherish with the children in our care. Also included are Discussion Questions for parents, caregivers and educators, and suggested activities to promote empathy and kindness.
Young Abe Lincoln: The Frontier Days, 1809-1837
by Cheryl HarnessTen score years ago, a remarkable boy was born into a remarkable country. Young Abe Lincoln tells the story of that boy, who went on to play an historic role in the shaping of his country. Written and illustrated by Cheryl Harness, this classic picture biography is now being reissued with a bold new paperback cover to coincide with the 200th anniversary of Lincoln's birth. With vibrant artwork and carefully crafted text, Young Abe Lincoln is an appealing, insightful biography of Lincoln's early life. With fun illustrations and a chatty narrative style, Cheryl Harness brings to life the experiences that sparked Abe to seek public office, and vividly captures the spirit of the times.
Young Artists Draw Manga (Christopher Hart's Young Artists Draw)
by Christopher HartDo you love manga? Now you can learn to draw your own! This book has everything the beginning manga artist needs! You'll learn how to draw the basic manga head and body types...but that's just the beginning! Over 100 manga characters--from magical shoujo girls and their super-cute chibi friends to mysterious ninjas and double-crossing villains-- are broken down into easy-to-follow steps so you can start drawing all of your favorite manga characters right away!From the Trade Paperback edition.
Young Cam Jansen and the Magic Bird Mystery (Young Cam Jansen #18)
by David A. AdlerIt's up to Cam to solve this disappearing act! Aunt Molly takes Cam and her friend Eric to see a magic show at Teddy's Toys. During the show, Teddy's bird, Oscar, disappears! Where could he have gone? It's up to Cam to click! and find Oscar before he gets lost in the mall in this Level 3 easy-to-read mystery.
Young Cam Jansen and the 100th Day of School Mystery (Young Cam Jansen #15)
by David A. AdlerCam Jansen and her best friend, Eric, are excited about their class's 100th day of school party! To celebrate, they're having snacks that start with the letter P: pretzels, popcorn, pineapple juice, and everybody's favorite, pizza. But when the pizza disappears from the kitchen, it's up to Cam and her photographic memory to "click" and solve this delicious mystery!
Young Cam Jansen and the Baseball Mystery (Young Cam Jansen #5)
by David A. AdlerCam Jansen and her friends meet in the park to play baseball, but when their ball gets lost, it looks like the game may be over. Cam has a picture in her head of everything she has seen, and she says "click" whenever she wants to remember something. But does she have the picture she needs to find the baseball? With short sentences, plenty of repetition, and lots of clues, beginning readers will love solving this easy-to-read mystery right along with young Cam.
Young Cam Jansen and the Circus Mystery (Young Cam Jansen #17)
by David A. AdlerCam and her friend Eric are having a great time at the circus with Aunt Molly - that is, until their box of popcorn goes missing. Did they lose it, or was it stolen? It's up to Cam and her photographic memory to figure it out!
Young Cam Jansen and the Dinosaur Game (Young Cam Jansen #1)
by David A. AdlerA jar full of toy dinosaurs, a game of musical chairs, and a smudge of chocolate cake. Can Cam Jansen put the clues together to solve a birthday party puzzle?
Young Cam Jansen and the Double Beach Mystery (Young Cam Jansen #8)
by David A. AdlerCam Jansen has a great time looking for shells on the beach with her friend Eric and her aunt Molly. But when they're done, Cam's mother is nowhere in sight! She was just sitting under a red umbrella, so how could she have disappeared? With a click, Cam puts her photographic memory to work to find her mom.