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On a beam of light : a story of Albert Einstein /

Berne, Jennifer.


A boy rides a bicycle down a dusty road. But in his mind, he envisions himself traveling at a speed beyond imagining, on a beam of light. This brilliant mind will one day offer up some of the most revolutionary ideas ever conceived. From a boy endlessly fascinated by the wonders around him, Albert Einstein ultimately grows into a man of genius recognized the world over for profoundly illuminating our understanding of the universe. Jennifer Berne and Vladimir Radunsky invite the reader to travel along with Einstein on a journey full of curiosity, laughter, and scientific discovery. Parents and children alike will appreciate this moving story of the powerful difference imagination can make in any life.
Date Published:2013

A boy rides a bicycle down a dusty road. But in his mind, he envisions himself traveling at a speed beyond imagining, on a beam of light. This brilliant mind will one day offer up some of the most revolutionary ideas ever conceived. From a boy endlessly fascinated by the wonders around him, Albert Einstein ultimately grows into a man of genius recognized the world over for profoundly illuminating our understanding of the universe. Jennifer Berne and Vladimir Radunsky invite the reader to travel along with Einstein on a journey full of curiosity, laughter, and scientific discovery. Parents and children alike will appreciate this moving story of the powerful difference imagination can make in any life.

Date Published:2013

Warriors don't cry : a searing memoir of the battle to integrate Little Rock's Central High /

Beals, Melba


Title from PDF title page (viewed on June 8, 2012). In 1957 Melba Pattillo turned sixteen. That was also the year she became a warrior on the front lines of a civil rights firestorm. Following the landmark 1954 Supreme Court ruling, Brown v. Board Education, she was one of nine teenagers chosen to integrate Little Rock's Central High School. This is her remarkable story. You will listen to the cruel taunts of her schoolmates and their parents. You will run with her from the threat of a lynch mob's rope. You will share her terror as she dodges lighted sticks of dynamite, and her pain as she washes away the acid sprayed into her eyes. But most of all you will share Melba's dignity and courage as she refuses to back down.
Date Published:2011

Title from PDF title page (viewed on June 8, 2012). In 1957 Melba Pattillo turned sixteen. That was also the year she became a warrior on the front lines of a civil rights firestorm. Following the landmark 1954 Supreme Court ruling, Brown v. Board Education, she was one of nine teenagers chosen to integrate Little Rock's Central High School. This is her remarkable story. You will listen to the cruel taunts of her schoolmates and their parents. You will run with her from the threat of a lynch mob's rope. You will share her terror as she dodges lighted sticks of dynamite, and her pain as she washes away the acid sprayed into her eyes. But most of all you will share Melba's dignity and courage as she refuses to back down.

Date Published:2011

The Civil War through photography

Stille, Darlene R


Title proper from title frame. Recording important events with images -- The camera goes to war -- A nation divided -- A picture record of battle sites -- The daily realities of war -- The after effects of war -- Photographing wars -- Preserving photographs -- Timeline. Discusses the role photography played during the Civil War and how those photographs help in the understanding of the war in the twenty-first century.
Date Published:2013

Title proper from title frame. Recording important events with images -- The camera goes to war -- A nation divided -- A picture record of battle sites -- The daily realities of war -- The after effects of war -- Photographing wars -- Preserving photographs -- Timeline. Discusses the role photography played during the Civil War and how those photographs help in the understanding of the war in the twenty-first century.

Date Published:2013

Ozma of Oz

Baum, L. Frank (Lyman Frank), 1856-1919.


When a storm blows Dorothy to the land of Ev where lunches grow on trees, she meets the Scarecrow, the Tin Woodman, the Cowardly Lion, and Princess Ozma, and together they set out to free the Queen of Ev and her ten children.
Date Published:1985

Stink and the great Guinea Pig Express

McDonald, Megan


Stink Moody, friends Webster and Sophie, and Mrs. Birdwistle visit tourist attractions in Virginia as they try to give away 101 guinea pigs rescued from a laboratory, although Stink is very reluctant to give away his favorite, Astro.
Date Published:2008

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

The circulatory system

Olien, Rebecca


"Bridgestone books." Your heartbeat -- Blood and waste -- Parts of the circulatory system -- Parts of blood -- Your amazing heart -- How the heart works -- Calcium from blood to bones -- Circulatory problems -- Keeping a healthy heart. Explains how the circulatory system works, and discusses its role in the human body, problems that can affect the circulatory system, and how to stay healthy.
Date Published:2006

The Berenstain bears and the Papa's Day surprise

Berenstain, Stan, 1923-2005.


Papa Bear makes it clear to his family that he does not believe in celebrating Fathers' Day, then changes his opinion but fears it may be too late for any special treatment.
Date Published:2011

Nancy Clancy, secret admirer

O'Connor, Jane


When Nancy Clancy finds out that both her guitar teacher, Andy, and her favorite babysitter, Annie, have broken up with the people they were dating, she decides to make them fall in love on Valentine's Day.
Date Published:2013

Dinosaur Dinners

Davis, Lee.


It was eat or be eaten in the days of the dinosaurs. Step back in time and let these monstrous creatures tell you themselves!For children who are just beginning to read and who have a limited vocabulary, these 32-page Level 2 books--about everything from tadpoles to puppies--use word repetition and simple sentences to convey meaning. Picture dictionary boxes with word labels "show" the meanings of words. These books contain between 400 and 450 words each, with 80 percent pictures and 20 percent text.
Date Published:2011

It was eat or be eaten in the days of the dinosaurs. Step back in time and let these monstrous creatures tell you themselves!For children who are just beginning to read and who have a limited vocabulary, these 32-page Level 2 books--about everything from tadpoles to puppies--use word repetition and simple sentences to convey meaning. Picture dictionary boxes with word labels "show" the meanings of words. These books contain between 400 and 450 words each, with 80 percent pictures and 20 percent text.

Date Published:2011

It's rainy today

Sterling, Kristin.


Accompanying material. Title from Web page (viewed on September 28, 2011). Provides a simple introduction to rain that explains what is it, the water cycle, and how it affects the weather.
Date Published:2011

Starring me and you

Côté, Geneviève,


OverDrive (READ) format features optional read-along narration. "While preparing to put on a play, two very different friends explore how they each express emotions in their own special way... and discover that despite a misunderstanding the show can still go on!"-- From publisher's description.
Date Published:2014

All the fighting parts

Sawyerr, Hannah V.


Unabridged. Sixteen-year-old Amina Conteh has always believed in using her words as her weaponâ€”even when it gets her into trouble. After cursing at a classmate, her father forces her to volunteer at their church with Pastor Johnson. But Pastor Johnson isn't the holy man everyone thinks he is. The same voice Amina uses to fight falls quiet the night she is sexually assaulted by Pastor Johnson. After that, her life starts to unravel: Her father is frustrated that her grades are slipping, and her best friend and boyfriend don't understand why the once loud and proud girl is now quiet and distant. In a world that claims to support survivors, Amina wonders who will support her when her attacker is everyone's favorite community leader. When Pastor Johnson is arrested for a different crime, the community is shaken and divided; some call him a monster, and others defend him. But Amina is secretly relieved. She no longer has to speak, because Pastor Johnson can't hurt her anymoreâ€”or so she believes. To regain her voice and sense of self, Amina must find the power to confront her abuserâ€”in the courtroom and in her heartâ€”and learn to use all the fighting parts within her.
Date Published:2023

Unabridged. Sixteen-year-old Amina Conteh has always believed in using her words as her weaponâ€”even when it gets her into trouble. After cursing at a classmate, her father forces her to volunteer at their church with Pastor Johnson. But Pastor Johnson isn't the holy man everyone thinks he is. The same voice Amina uses to fight falls quiet the night she is sexually assaulted by Pastor Johnson. After that, her life starts to unravel: Her father is frustrated that her grades are slipping, and her best friend and boyfriend don't understand why the once loud and proud girl is now quiet and distant. In a world that claims to support survivors, Amina wonders who will support her when her attacker is everyone's favorite community leader. When Pastor Johnson is arrested for a different crime, the community is shaken and divided; some call him a monster, and others defend him. But Amina is secretly relieved. She no longer has to speak, because Pastor Johnson can't hurt her anymoreâ€”or so she believes. To regain her voice and sense of self, Amina must find the power to confront her abuserâ€”in the courtroom and in her heartâ€”and learn to use all the fighting parts within her.

Date Published:2023

Amelia Earhart

Wearing, Judy.


Title proper from cover frame; statement of responsibility from print version. Includes index. Provides a brief overview of the life of Amelia Earhart, discussing her childhood, work as a nurse's aide during World War I, record-breaking flights, and mysterious disappearance. Includes audio, videos, activities, weblinks, slideshows, transparencies, maps, quizzes, and supplementary resources.
Date Published:2020

The curse of the mummy : Uncovering tutankhamun's tomb /

Fleming, Candace.


Award-winning and critically acclaimed author Candace Fleming presents the edge-of-your-seat true story of the search for Tutankhamun's tomb, the Western public's belief that the dig was cursed, and the battle for ownership of the treasures within. 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. During the reign of the New Kingdom of Egypt, the boy pharaoh Tutankhamun ruled and died tragically young. In order to send him on his way into the afterlife, his tomb was filled with every treasure he would need after death. And then, it was lost to time, buried in the sands of the Valley of the Kings. His tomb was also said to be cursed. Centuries later, as Egypt-mania gripped Europe, two Brits â€” a rich earl with a habit for gambling and a disreputable, determined archeologist â€” worked for years to rediscover and open Tutankhamun's tomb. But once it was uncovered, would ancient powers take their revenge for disturbing and even looting the pharaoh's resting place? What else could explain the mysterious illnesses, accidents, and deaths that began once it was found?
Date Published:2021

Award-winning and critically acclaimed author Candace Fleming presents the edge-of-your-seat true story of the search for Tutankhamun's tomb, the Western public's belief that the dig was cursed, and the battle for ownership of the treasures within. 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. During the reign of the New Kingdom of Egypt, the boy pharaoh Tutankhamun ruled and died tragically young. In order to send him on his way into the afterlife, his tomb was filled with every treasure he would need after death. And then, it was lost to time, buried in the sands of the Valley of the Kings. His tomb was also said to be cursed. Centuries later, as Egypt-mania gripped Europe, two Brits â€” a rich earl with a habit for gambling and a disreputable, determined archeologist â€” worked for years to rediscover and open Tutankhamun's tomb. But once it was uncovered, would ancient powers take their revenge for disturbing and even looting the pharaoh's resting place? What else could explain the mysterious illnesses, accidents, and deaths that began once it was found?

Date Published:2021

The False Peace

Watson, Jude.



Date Published:2015

Kids have rights too!

Scott, Janine.


Teaches comprehension strategies and vocabulary through a history of child labor, labor laws, and children's rights.
Date Published:2008

Supreme Court drama : cases that changed America /

Brannen, Daniel E., 1968-


Cases alphabetically -- Cases chronologically -- Reader's guide -- Advisors -- Guide to the united states supreme court -- Research and activity ideas -- Words to know -- Volume 1: Individual liberties freedom of assembly -- Volume 2: Criminal justice and family law capital punishment -- Volume 3: Equal protection and civil rights affirmative action -- Volume 4: Business and government law antitrust, business, corporate and contract law -- General bibliography -- Justices of the supreme court -- The constitution of the united states -- Index. Profiles major U.S. Supreme Court decisions that have made a significant impact on American society. Each volume is organized by broad legal principles such as individual liberties, criminal justice, equal protection, and business and government law. Within this framework, case entries are arranged under the more specific legal issue to which they relate, such as affirmative action, capital punishment, freedom of speech, and monopolies.
Date Published:2001

Cases alphabetically -- Cases chronologically -- Reader's guide -- Advisors -- Guide to the united states supreme court -- Research and activity ideas -- Words to know -- Volume 1: Individual liberties freedom of assembly -- Volume 2: Criminal justice and family law capital punishment -- Volume 3: Equal protection and civil rights affirmative action -- Volume 4: Business and government law antitrust, business, corporate and contract law -- General bibliography -- Justices of the supreme court -- The constitution of the united states -- Index. Profiles major U.S. Supreme Court decisions that have made a significant impact on American society. Each volume is organized by broad legal principles such as individual liberties, criminal justice, equal protection, and business and government law. Within this framework, case entries are arranged under the more specific legal issue to which they relate, such as affirmative action, capital punishment, freedom of speech, and monopolies.

Date Published:2001

Batter up baseball

Kalman, Bobbie


Includes index. Photographs and simple text explain how baseball is played, the basic rules, and the player positions.
Date Published:2007

Stealing the sword

Mass, Wendy, 1967-


Library Media Connection, October 2018. "At the flea market nine-and-a-half-year-old Chase and his younger sister Ava acquire an old suitcase filled with rows of carefully packed strange objects, and when they handle one of the objects (a dragon-headed doorknob) they find themselves in King Arthur's castle, on a mission to save the King--and pursued by a strange man whom they first saw at the flea market, who is after their suitcase"--Provided by publisher.
Date Published:2018

Library Media Connection, October 2018. "At the flea market nine-and-a-half-year-old Chase and his younger sister Ava acquire an old suitcase filled with rows of carefully packed strange objects, and when they handle one of the objects (a dragon-headed doorknob) they find themselves in King Arthur's castle, on a mission to save the King--and pursued by a strange man whom they first saw at the flea market, who is after their suitcase"--Provided by publisher.

Date Published:2018