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Florida's government : power, purpose, and people /

Schwartz, Heather.


Includes index. Focus on Florida -- Florida's government -- Local level -- Power to the people -- Florida today -- Moving Florida forward. Florida's Government: Power, Purpose, and People equips teachers with a stunning nonfiction reader focusing on Florida's government. Filled with vibrant images and primary source documents, this informational text exposes students to the different branches of government and so much more. Build valuable literacy skills and standards-aligned content knowledge with this text that discusses history, civics, and other social studies topics. The Florida's Government: Power, Purpose, and People reader contains text features to increase understanding and academic vocabulary with bold text, index, and glossary. Aligned with Florida state standards for Social Studies and English Language Arts, WIDA, and the NCSS/C3 Framework, this indispensable classroom resource readies students for college and readiness.
Date Published:2017

Includes index. Focus on Florida -- Florida's government -- Local level -- Power to the people -- Florida today -- Moving Florida forward. Florida's Government: Power, Purpose, and People equips teachers with a stunning nonfiction reader focusing on Florida's government. Filled with vibrant images and primary source documents, this informational text exposes students to the different branches of government and so much more. Build valuable literacy skills and standards-aligned content knowledge with this text that discusses history, civics, and other social studies topics. The Florida's Government: Power, Purpose, and People reader contains text features to increase understanding and academic vocabulary with bold text, index, and glossary. Aligned with Florida state standards for Social Studies and English Language Arts, WIDA, and the NCSS/C3 Framework, this indispensable classroom resource readies students for college and readiness.

Date Published:2017

A butterfly called Hope

Monroe, Mary Alice.


School Library Journal, January 2014. Booklist, December 2013. Science Books & Films (A.A.A.S.), March 2014. "Join in this photographic journey as a young girl and her mother care for a caterpillar. Watch as it transforms into a chrysalis and then emerges as a beautiful monarch butterfly--Provided by publisher.
Date Published:2013

Brave new words : the Oxford dictionary of science fiction /

Prucher, Jeffrey.


Wilson's Senior High School, January 2009. Wilson's Junior High School, January 2010. Notable/Best Books (A.L.A.), January 2008. School Library Journal, August 2007. Library Journal, May 2007. Booklist starred, September 2007. University Press Titles (A.A.S.L./P.L.A.), October 2008. Choice, August 2007. Reference and Research Book News, June 2007. Catholic Library World, December 2007. Alphabetically arranged entries provide information on a wide range of topics related to the science fiction genre, covering the usage of the term "science fiction", the language of the genre, its history and development, key authors and works, and other related topics.
Date Published:2007

Wilson's Senior High School, January 2009. Wilson's Junior High School, January 2010. Notable/Best Books (A.L.A.), January 2008. School Library Journal, August 2007. Library Journal, May 2007. Booklist starred, September 2007. University Press Titles (A.A.S.L./P.L.A.), October 2008. Choice, August 2007. Reference and Research Book News, June 2007. Catholic Library World, December 2007. Alphabetically arranged entries provide information on a wide range of topics related to the science fiction genre, covering the usage of the term "science fiction", the language of the genre, its history and development, key authors and works, and other related topics.

Date Published:2007

The three little pigs.

Ziefert, Harriet


"A Viking easy-to-read classic." Three little pigs leave home to seek their fortunes and have to deal with a threatening wolf.
Date Published:1995

Special effects make-up artist

Craig, Jonathan, 1981-


Includes index and glossary. Movie magic -- Childhood inspiration -- A life-changing decision -- Starting off -- Materials -- A week in the life -- When things go wrong -- Developing skills -- History of special effects makeup -- What you can do now. This book explores what is involved in being a special effects make-up artist, the tools and skills you need, and the difficulties of bringing imaginary creatures to life.
Date Published:2014

Includes index and glossary. Movie magic -- Childhood inspiration -- A life-changing decision -- Starting off -- Materials -- A week in the life -- When things go wrong -- Developing skills -- History of special effects makeup -- What you can do now. This book explores what is involved in being a special effects make-up artist, the tools and skills you need, and the difficulties of bringing imaginary creatures to life.

Date Published:2014

Amazing inventions

Stevens, Ian, 1958-


Includes index. Teacher Librarian, April 2007. Examines ten of the most amazing inventions ever made including the bow-lingual translator which turns a dog's barks into human language, the virtual keyboard, and the earth simulator.
Date Published:2006

La visita de osito.

Minarik, Else Holmelund


Translation of: Little Bear's visit. Little Bear spends a day with Grandmother and Grandfather Bear. Text in Spanish.
Date Published:1989

Turning into a butterfly

Gieseke, Tyler.


Includes index. Explains the life cycle of a butterfly, including the stages of development and changes it goes through to become an adult.
Date Published:2022

Grandma Chickenlegs

McCaughrean, Geraldine


Wilson's Children, June 2001. School Library Journal, January 2000. Publisher's Weekly, October 1999. Booklist, October 1999. Kirkus Starred, October 1999. Horn Book, January 2000. In this variation of the traditional Baba Yaga story, a young girl must rely on the advice of her dead mother and her special doll when her wicked stepmother sends her to get a needle from Grandma Chickenlegs.
Date Published:2000

Balancing act

Walsh, Ellen Stoll.


Wilson's Children, September 2011. School Library Journal, August 2010. Publishers Weekly, August 2010. Booklist, August 2010. Horn Book, May 2011. Bulletin (Center for Children's Books), October 2010. Kirkus Review, August 2010. Two mice have fun playing on a teeter-totter, but as more and larger friends join them, it becomes increasingly difficult to stay balanced.
Date Published:2010

Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings : writing in rural Florida /

Schwartz, Heather.


The Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings: Writing in Rural Florida primary source reader features social studies content aligned to Florida state standards. The informational book includes text features such as headings, side bars, glossary, index, and a "Your Turn" activity. Explore Florida's rich history with this nonfiction reader that builds literacy skills while discussing social studies topics. This fascinating book is aligned to national and state standards.
Date Published:2017

The Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings: Writing in Rural Florida primary source reader features social studies content aligned to Florida state standards. The informational book includes text features such as headings, side bars, glossary, index, and a "Your Turn" activity. Explore Florida's rich history with this nonfiction reader that builds literacy skills while discussing social studies topics. This fascinating book is aligned to national and state standards.

Date Published:2017

Delectable cupcakes with a side of science : an augmented recipe science experience /

Eboch, M. M.


How does liquid batter turn into a solid cupcake? What causes baked goods to rise? Jnior chefs will find delicious cupcake recipes with a healthy side of science. Video tutorials and bonus materials offer an augmented reality experience through the free Capstone 4D app.
Date Published:2019

Favorite Greek myths

Osborne, Mary Pope


Includes index. This book retells twelve tales from Greek mythology, including the stories of King Midas, Echo and Narcissus, the Golden Apples, and Cupid and Psyche.
Date Published:1989

Suddenly!

McNaughton, Colin


"Voyager Books." "First published in Great Britain in 1994 by Andersen Press"--P. facing t.p. School Library Journal starred, June 1995. Booklist, May 1995. Bulletin (Center for Children's books), July 1995. Time after time, Preston the pig unknowingly outwits a hungry wolf that is trying to catch and eat him.
Date Published:1998

Brave dogs, gentle dogs : how they guard sheep /

Urbigkit, Cat.


Wilson's Children, October 2006. School Library Journal, March 2005. Five Owls, April 2006. Booklist, March 2005. Horn Book, October 2005. Bulletin (Center for Children's books), June 2005. Kirkus Review, April 2005. Christian Library, September 2005. Catholic Library World, September 2005. Presents a description of how dogs that guard animals on farms are trained and raised, in simple text with photographs, and includes information from their birth, how their instincts are encouraged, and how they protect sheep and other livestock from danger.
Date Published:2005

Wilson's Children, October 2006. School Library Journal, March 2005. Five Owls, April 2006. Booklist, March 2005. Horn Book, October 2005. Bulletin (Center for Children's books), June 2005. Kirkus Review, April 2005. Christian Library, September 2005. Catholic Library World, September 2005. Presents a description of how dogs that guard animals on farms are trained and raised, in simple text with photographs, and includes information from their birth, how their instincts are encouraged, and how they protect sheep and other livestock from danger.

Date Published:2005

Growth of Florida : pioneers and technological advances /

Schwartz, Heather.


Includes index. Change in Florida -- Settling Florida -- Early industry -- Tourists flood in -- Florida's future growth. The Growth of Florida: Pioneers and Technological Advances primary source reader features social studies content aligned to Florida state standards. The informational book includes text features such as headings, side bars, glossary, index, and a "Your Turn" activity. Explore Florida's rich history with this nonfiction reader that builds literacy skills while discussing social studies topics. This fascinating book is aligned to national and state standards.
Date Published:2017

Includes index. Change in Florida -- Settling Florida -- Early industry -- Tourists flood in -- Florida's future growth. The Growth of Florida: Pioneers and Technological Advances primary source reader features social studies content aligned to Florida state standards. The informational book includes text features such as headings, side bars, glossary, index, and a "Your Turn" activity. Explore Florida's rich history with this nonfiction reader that builds literacy skills while discussing social studies topics. This fascinating book is aligned to national and state standards.

Date Published:2017

The unofficial guide to Minecraft construction

Schwartz, Heather E.,


Provides tips and facts on the ins and outs of Minecraft construction.
Date Published:2019

The unofficial guide to Minecraft mining and farming

Schwartz, Heather E.,


Provides mining and farming techniques for Minecraft gamers while they are digging deep underground to find coal, iron, and diamond, and while they are creating farms full of good food for their characters to eat.
Date Published:2019

Haiti

Bennington, Clara.


In this book, readers will learn about the unique and defining features of Haiti.
Date Published:2019

Snowmen at Christmas

Buehner, Caralyn.


Sequel to: Snowmen at night. Pub Weekly, September 2005. Booklist, September 2005. Horn Book, April 2006. Bulletin (Center for Children's Books), November 2005. Kirkus Review, November 2005. On Christmas Eve, snowmen hold a party in the center of town and celebrate with food, music and dancing, and presents.
Date Published:2005