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The fire ascending

D'Lacey, Chris


Title proper from title frame. "First published in 2012 in Great Britain by Orchard Books"--T.p. verso. Horn Book, November 2012. Young Agawin, apprentice to the healer Yolen, finds that his life is linked to that of the last of the dragons of the Wearle of Hautuuslanden, Galen, and he must journey far in time and space to protect the future of dragon-kind.
Date Published:2012

What was world war i

Medina, Nico.


This compelling addition to the What Was? series covers what was supposed to be â€œthe war to end all warsâ€ but tragically wasn't. In 1914, the assassination of an Austrian archduke set off a disastrous four-year-long conflict involving dozens of countries with battles taking place in all parts of the world. World War I was the first to use planes and tanks as well as deadly gases that left soldiers blinded or â€œshell shockedâ€ (a condition now called Post Traumatic Stress Syndrome). There were battles that lasted for months with opposing troops fighting from rat-infested trenches, battles that often ended in a hollow victory with only a small area of land retaken. The author of many successful Who HQ titles Nico Medina gives young readers a clear and compelling account of this long and tragic event, a war that left over 20 million dead and was the lead-up to World War II barely twenty years later.
Date Published:2023

This compelling addition to the What Was? series covers what was supposed to be â€œthe war to end all warsâ€ but tragically wasn't. In 1914, the assassination of an Austrian archduke set off a disastrous four-year-long conflict involving dozens of countries with battles taking place in all parts of the world. World War I was the first to use planes and tanks as well as deadly gases that left soldiers blinded or â€œshell shockedâ€ (a condition now called Post Traumatic Stress Syndrome). There were battles that lasted for months with opposing troops fighting from rat-infested trenches, battles that often ended in a hollow victory with only a small area of land retaken. The author of many successful Who HQ titles Nico Medina gives young readers a clear and compelling account of this long and tragic event, a war that left over 20 million dead and was the lead-up to World War II barely twenty years later.

Date Published:2023

Mastering the SAT critical reading test

Davenport, Thomas R., 1949-


Title proper from title frame. Introduction -- Sentence completion -- Strategies for the sentence completion section -- Sentence completion review questions -- Reading comprehension -- Strategies for the reading comprehension sections -- Short reading comprehension review questions -- Long reading comprehension review questions -- Practice tests -- Practice test one -- Practice test two. Offers strategies for improving performance on the SAT, focusing on the critical reading test, providing an overview of the exam and advice on the vocabulary, sentence completion, and reading comprehension portions; and including practice questions and tests with detailed explanations of answers.
Date Published:2007

Title proper from title frame. Introduction -- Sentence completion -- Strategies for the sentence completion section -- Sentence completion review questions -- Reading comprehension -- Strategies for the reading comprehension sections -- Short reading comprehension review questions -- Long reading comprehension review questions -- Practice tests -- Practice test one -- Practice test two. Offers strategies for improving performance on the SAT, focusing on the critical reading test, providing an overview of the exam and advice on the vocabulary, sentence completion, and reading comprehension portions; and including practice questions and tests with detailed explanations of answers.

Date Published:2007

Beauty queen : Whatever after series, book 7 /

Mlynowski, Sarah.


Unabridged. The magical seventh installment in this NEW YORK TIMES bestselling series! This time, the magic mirror sucks Abby and Jonah into the story of Beauty and the Beast. When the siblings accidentally mess up this enchanting and magical tale, hijinks and hilarity ensue...and things get pretty ugly!
Date Published:2015

The enigma girls : How ten teenagers broke ciphers, kept secrets, and helped win world war ii (scholastic focus) /

Fleming, Candace.


With numerous starred reviews and accolades, from award-winning author Candace Fleming, comes the powerful and fascinating story of the brave and dedicated young women who helped turn the tides of World War II for the Allies, with their hard work and determination at Bletchley Park. "Events are brought to dramatic life through a treasure trove of photographsâ€”which show the goings-on at Bletchley and the sobering progress of the warâ€”and through the author's meticulous research." â€” The New York Times Book Review "You are to report to Station X at Bletchley Park, Buckinghamshire, in four days time....That is all you need to know." This was the terse telegram hundreds of young women throughout the British Isles received in the spring of 1941, as World War II raged. As they arrived at Station X, a sprawling mansion in a state of disrepair surrounded by Spartan-looking huts with little chimneys coughing out thick smoke-these young people had no idea what kind of work they were stepping into. Who had recommended them? Why had they been chosen? Most would never learn all the answers to these questions. Bletchley Park was a well-kept secret during World War II, operating under the code name Station X. The critical work of code-cracking Nazi missives that went on behind its closed doors could determine a victory or loss against Hitler's army. Amidst the brilliant cryptographers, flamboyant debutantes, and absent-minded professors working there, it was teenaged girls who kept Station X running. Some could do advanced math, while others spoke a second language. They ran the unwieldy bombe machines, made sense of wireless sound waves, and sorted the decoded messages. They were expected to excel in their fields and most importantly: know how to keep a secret. Candace Fleming is the award-winning and highly acclaimed author of Crash from Outer Space , The Curse of the Mummy , and many other nonfiction books for young readers. With her canny and compelling narrative voice she makes history come alive. The recipient of five starred reviews, and thick with tension and suspense, The Enigma Girls is an extraordinary and relatively unknown story of World War II that will fascinate readers who will be thrilled to see young people playing such an important role in the wartime effort. Scholastic Focus is the premier home of thoroughly researched, beautifully written, and thoughtfully designed works of narrative nonfiction aimed at middle-grade and young adult readers. These books help readers learn about the world in which they live and develop their critical thinking skills, so that they may become dynamic citizens who are able to analyze and understand our past, participate in essential discussions about our present, and work to grow and build our future. Praise for The Enigma Girls : "Events are brought to dramatic life through a treasure trove of photographsâ€”which show the goings-on at Bletchley and the sobering progress of the warâ€”and through the author's meticulous research." â€” The New York Times Book Review * "A thrilling account... Fleming does it again! [T]his compelling blend of WWII, cryptography, and women's history... will mesmerize middle schoolers and inspire them to make an indelible impact on history, too." â€” School Library Journal , starred review * "Fleming delivers a fascinating and cohesive overview of Bletchley Park's necessarily siloed, collaborative inner workings that reveals how the figures' ardent efforts affected the outcome of WWII." â€” Publishers Weekly , starred review * "In this...
Date Published:2024

With numerous starred reviews and accolades, from award-winning author Candace Fleming, comes the powerful and fascinating story of the brave and dedicated young women who helped turn the tides of World War II for the Allies, with their hard work and determination at Bletchley Park. "Events are brought to dramatic life through a treasure trove of photographsâ€”which show the goings-on at Bletchley and the sobering progress of the warâ€”and through the author's meticulous research." â€” The New York Times Book Review "You are to report to Station X at Bletchley Park, Buckinghamshire, in four days time....That is all you need to know." This was the terse telegram hundreds of young women throughout the British Isles received in the spring of 1941, as World War II raged. As they arrived at Station X, a sprawling mansion in a state of disrepair surrounded by Spartan-looking huts with little chimneys coughing out thick smoke-these young people had no idea what kind of work they were stepping into. Who had recommended them? Why had they been chosen? Most would never learn all the answers to these questions. Bletchley Park was a well-kept secret during World War II, operating under the code name Station X. The critical work of code-cracking Nazi missives that went on behind its closed doors could determine a victory or loss against Hitler's army. Amidst the brilliant cryptographers, flamboyant debutantes, and absent-minded professors working there, it was teenaged girls who kept Station X running. Some could do advanced math, while others spoke a second language. They ran the unwieldy bombe machines, made sense of wireless sound waves, and sorted the decoded messages. They were expected to excel in their fields and most importantly: know how to keep a secret. Candace Fleming is the award-winning and highly acclaimed author of Crash from Outer Space , The Curse of the Mummy , and many other nonfiction books for young readers. With her canny and compelling narrative voice she makes history come alive. The recipient of five starred reviews, and thick with tension and suspense, The Enigma Girls is an extraordinary and relatively unknown story of World War II that will fascinate readers who will be thrilled to see young people playing such an important role in the wartime effort. Scholastic Focus is the premier home of thoroughly researched, beautifully written, and thoughtfully designed works of narrative nonfiction aimed at middle-grade and young adult readers. These books help readers learn about the world in which they live and develop their critical thinking skills, so that they may become dynamic citizens who are able to analyze and understand our past, participate in essential discussions about our present, and work to grow and build our future. Praise for The Enigma Girls : "Events are brought to dramatic life through a treasure trove of photographsâ€”which show the goings-on at Bletchley and the sobering progress of the warâ€”and through the author's meticulous research." â€” The New York Times Book Review * "A thrilling account... Fleming does it again! [T]his compelling blend of WWII, cryptography, and women's history... will mesmerize middle schoolers and inspire them to make an indelible impact on history, too." â€” School Library Journal , starred review * "Fleming delivers a fascinating and cohesive overview of Bletchley Park's necessarily siloed, collaborative inner workings that reveals how the figures' ardent efforts affected the outcome of WWII." â€” Publishers Weekly , starred review * "In this...

Date Published:2024

Who was Franklin Roosevelt?

Frith, Margaret.


Who was Franklin Delano Roosevelt? -- Growing up in Hyde Park -- Meeting Eleanor -- Running for office -- Facing a crisis -- Struggling to walk -- Becoming president -- Living in the White House -- Going to war -- Saying good-bye. An illustrated biography of Franklin Delano Roosevelt that provides information on his childhood in Hyde Park, marriage to Eleanor, political career, years as president, and influence on American history.
Date Published:2010

Who was Franklin Delano Roosevelt? -- Growing up in Hyde Park -- Meeting Eleanor -- Running for office -- Facing a crisis -- Struggling to walk -- Becoming president -- Living in the White House -- Going to war -- Saying good-bye. An illustrated biography of Franklin Delano Roosevelt that provides information on his childhood in Hyde Park, marriage to Eleanor, political career, years as president, and influence on American history.

Date Published:2010

Allegiant

Roth, Veronica.


Electronic audio file. The faction-based society that Tris Prior once believed in is shattered. So when offered a chance to explore the world, Tris is ready. Perhaps she and Tobias will find a simple new life together, free from complicated lies, tangled loyalties, and painful memories. But Tris's new reality is even more alarming than the one she left behind. And once again, Tris must battle to comprehend the complexities of human nature while facing impossible choices about courage, allegiance, sacrifice, and love.
Date Published:2013

Electronic audio file. The faction-based society that Tris Prior once believed in is shattered. So when offered a chance to explore the world, Tris is ready. Perhaps she and Tobias will find a simple new life together, free from complicated lies, tangled loyalties, and painful memories. But Tris's new reality is even more alarming than the one she left behind. And once again, Tris must battle to comprehend the complexities of human nature while facing impossible choices about courage, allegiance, sacrifice, and love.

Date Published:2013

Minecrafter 2.0 advanced : the unofficial guide to Minecraft & other building games /


Cover title. One of the most popular video games of all time, Minecraft has become a global craze thanks to nearly 40 million registered users worldwide across all platforms. In Minecrafter 2.0 Advanced, those who mastered the basics laid out in the first Minecrafter strategy guide now find tips on more complex areas of game play, including Redstone circuitry and other inventions, and advice for beating The End. This must-have guide for even the most advanced of experts includes the game's latest innovations and features 100 color images.
Date Published:2014

Cover title. One of the most popular video games of all time, Minecraft has become a global craze thanks to nearly 40 million registered users worldwide across all platforms. In Minecrafter 2.0 Advanced, those who mastered the basics laid out in the first Minecrafter strategy guide now find tips on more complex areas of game play, including Redstone circuitry and other inventions, and advice for beating The End. This must-have guide for even the most advanced of experts includes the game's latest innovations and features 100 color images.

Date Published:2014

LaDainian Tomlinson : all-pro on and off the field /

Ellenport, Craig.


Horn Book, October 2007. Examines the life and career of football star LaDainian Tomlinson, discussing his upbringing, success in the NFL, and charity work.
Date Published:2006

The truth about smoking


Presents an A to Z question and answer book about tobacco use and provides facts by the American Cancer Society, information about smoking-related diseases, and discussions on advertisements, addiction, cancer, therapy, and more.
Date Published:2005

Beauty queen : Whatever after series, book 7 /

Mlynowski, Sarah.


The magical seventh installment in this New York Times bestselling series! This time, the magic mirror sucks Abby and Jonah into the story of Beauty and the Beast. When Jonah angers the Beast by picking flowers from his garden, he becomes the Beast's prisoner! Abby has to save her brother by finding Beauty, whom the Beast will surely fall in love with, right? NOPE. The Beast doesn't like Beauty, so it's up to Abby and her brother to match-make this reluctant pair and fix this fractured fairy tale before things get pretty ugly!
Date Published:2015

The magical seventh installment in this New York Times bestselling series! This time, the magic mirror sucks Abby and Jonah into the story of Beauty and the Beast. When Jonah angers the Beast by picking flowers from his garden, he becomes the Beast's prisoner! Abby has to save her brother by finding Beauty, whom the Beast will surely fall in love with, right? NOPE. The Beast doesn't like Beauty, so it's up to Abby and her brother to match-make this reluctant pair and fix this fractured fairy tale before things get pretty ugly!

Date Published:2015

Miss Mary is scary

Gutman, Dan


When a British student-teacher arrives, A.J. and his friends wonder if her all-black clothing and love of blood sausage mark her as a vampire, while Mr. Granite simply hopes her musician-boyfriend will stay away long enough for a math lesson.
Date Published:2010

S is for scientists : a discovery alphabet /

Verstraete, Larry.,


A rhyming alphabet that names people, places, and discoveries in the history of science, and provides background information on each one.
Date Published:2010

Little camp of horrors

Stine, R. L.


Title from eBook information screen. "A Parachute Press book." When his brother, Colin, takes the pendant in which the ghostly Nicky and Tara's parents may be trapped, Max must follow him to Camp Snake Lake and try to retrieve the pendant before evil ghosts find it.
Date Published:2005

Florida

Hart, Joyce, 1954-


Geography -- History -- People -- Government -- Economy -- Landmarks. Discusses the geographic features, history, people, government, economy, and attractions of the states of Florida.
Date Published:2007

Working and growing up in America

Mortimer, Jeylan T., 1943-


Library Journal, February 2003. Choice, October 2003. Presents and examines the results of a longitudinal study of teenagers with and without jobs, discussing connections between work and high schoolers' academic success, time management skills, vocational exploration, and confidence.
Date Published:2003

Flora & Ulysses : the illuminated adventures /

DiCamillo, Kate.


Electronic book. Holy unanticipated occurrences! A cynic meets an unlikely superhero in a genre-breaking new novel by master storyteller Kate DiCamillo. It begins, as the best superhero stories do, with a tragic accident that has unexpected consequences. The squirrel never saw the vacuum cleaner coming, but self-described cynic Flora Belle Buckman, who has read every issue of the comic book Terrible things can happen to you!, is the just the right person to step in and save him. What neither can predict is that Ulysses (the squirrel) has been born anew, with powers of strength, flight, and misspelled poetry--and that Flora will be changed too, as she discovers the possibility of hope and the promise of a capacious heart.
Date Published:2013

Electronic book. Holy unanticipated occurrences! A cynic meets an unlikely superhero in a genre-breaking new novel by master storyteller Kate DiCamillo. It begins, as the best superhero stories do, with a tragic accident that has unexpected consequences. The squirrel never saw the vacuum cleaner coming, but self-described cynic Flora Belle Buckman, who has read every issue of the comic book Terrible things can happen to you!, is the just the right person to step in and save him. What neither can predict is that Ulysses (the squirrel) has been born anew, with powers of strength, flight, and misspelled poetry--and that Flora will be changed too, as she discovers the possibility of hope and the promise of a capacious heart.

Date Published:2013

The secret of the Fortune Wookiee : an Origami Yoda book /

Angleberger, Tom.


McQuarrie Middle School's students miss Origami Yoda when Dwight leaves for Tippett Academy, but he sends Sara a paper Fortune Wookiee that seems to give advice just as good as Yoda's--even if, in the hands of girls, it seems preoccupied with romance.
Date Published:2012

Exodus

Uris, Leon, 1924-2003.


A novel of Israel. Previously published Ã1958. The epic saga of Israel & rsquo;s earliest days and the people who fought to make it their home The Exodus was just one ship among many that carried survivors of the Holocaust to Palestine to establish a new nation. But the path that Jewish immigrants took to enter British-controlled Palestine was a difficult one, fraught with danger and political intrigue. The boat was intercepted by British forces and the refugees were placed in concentration camps. Uris & rsquo;s blockbuster novel traces the lives of the men and women who brave British naval blockades to help Israel come into being, from Ari Ben Canaan, who works tirelessly to smuggle in settlers, to Kitty Fremont, an American nurse drawn into a vast, tragic history. Weaving together fact and fiction, history and dramatic storylines, Exodus stands today as one of the most influential narratives of the founding of the State of Israel. This ebook features an illustrated biography of Leon Uris including rare photos from the author & rsquo;s estate.
Date Published:2011

A novel of Israel. Previously published Ã1958. The epic saga of Israel & rsquo;s earliest days and the people who fought to make it their home The Exodus was just one ship among many that carried survivors of the Holocaust to Palestine to establish a new nation. But the path that Jewish immigrants took to enter British-controlled Palestine was a difficult one, fraught with danger and political intrigue. The boat was intercepted by British forces and the refugees were placed in concentration camps. Uris & rsquo;s blockbuster novel traces the lives of the men and women who brave British naval blockades to help Israel come into being, from Ari Ben Canaan, who works tirelessly to smuggle in settlers, to Kitty Fremont, an American nurse drawn into a vast, tragic history. Weaving together fact and fiction, history and dramatic storylines, Exodus stands today as one of the most influential narratives of the founding of the State of Israel. This ebook features an illustrated biography of Leon Uris including rare photos from the author & rsquo;s estate.

Date Published:2011

Wings of fire

Deutsch, Barry.


Check Out Restriction: Only students in grades 4 and above may be permitted to check out this book. . Based on: The lost heir by Tui T. Sutherland. Check Out Restriction: Only students in grades 4 and above may be permitted to check out this book. Tsunami, heir to the SeaWing throne, is returning home for the first time since she was stolen as an egg, her mother, Queen Coral, welcomes her, but a mysterious assassin has been killing off her heirs for years.
Date Published:2019

Check Out Restriction: Only students in grades 4 and above may be permitted to check out this book. . Based on: The lost heir by Tui T. Sutherland. Check Out Restriction: Only students in grades 4 and above may be permitted to check out this book. Tsunami, heir to the SeaWing throne, is returning home for the first time since she was stolen as an egg, her mother, Queen Coral, welcomes her, but a mysterious assassin has been killing off her heirs for years.

Date Published:2019