It's very important to be a good citizen. But what does that mean? Readers will learn through examples in a fun question and answer format that taking pride in what you do and trying to make the world a better place shows good citizenship.
Capstone Press
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9781515771951
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Library Binding
Taxi Cab
By Summers, Alex
In this wonderful Pre-K-1 book, students will learn all about what it's like to ride in a taxi cab as well as all the parts and people that make it go!
Rourke Educational Media
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9781683421610
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Hardcover
Long-Armed Ludy and the First Women's Olympics
By Patrick, Jean L S
Lucile "Ludy" Godbold was six feet tall and skinnier than a Carolina pine and an exceptional athlete. In her nal year on the track team at Winthrop College in South Carolina, Ludy tried the shot put and she made that iron ball sail with her long, skinny arms. But when Ludy qualified for the first Women's Olympics in 1922, Ludy had no money to go.Thanks to the help of her college and classmates, Ludy traveled to Paris and won the gold medal with more than a foot to spare. Hooray for Ludy! Based on a true story about a little-known athlete and a unique event in women's sports history.
Charlesbridge
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9781580895460
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Hardcover
Sometimes You Fly
By Applegate, Katherine
From Newbery Medalist and bestselling author Katherine Applegate, a sweet book of encouragement, filled with humor and insight into the effort behind any meaningful accomplishment in life. A perfect gift for baby shower, birthday, or graduation. This gorgeous gift book, equally perfect for preschool graduations or college commencements, baby showers or birthdays, is an inspirational tribute to the universal struggles and achievements of childhood. Beginning with a first birthday, the scenes travel through childhood triumphs and milestones, coming full circle to graduation. A magical blend of succinct text and beautiful watercolors renders each moment with tenderness and humor and encourages readers to "remember then, with every try, sometimes you fail . . . sometimes you fly."
Clarion Books
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9780547633909
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Hardcover
At the Mountain's Base
By Sorell, Traci
A family, separated by duty and distance, waits for a loved one to return home in this lyrical picture book celebrating the bonds of a Cherokee family and the bravery of history-making women pilots.At the mountain's base sits a cabin under an old hickory tree. And in that cabin lives a family -- loving, weaving, cooking, and singing. The strength in their song sustains them through trials on the ground and in the sky, as they wait for their loved one, a pilot, to return from war. With an author's note that pays homage to the true history of Native American U.S. service members like WWII pilot Ola Mildred "Millie" Rexroat, this is a story that reveals the roots that ground us, the dreams that help us soar, and the people and traditions that hold us up.
Kokila
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9780735230606
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Hardcover
Whale Sharks
By Statts, Leo
Provides a basic introduction to whale sharks, describing their physical characteristics, habitat, behaviors, and life cycle.
Abdo Zoom
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9781532120138
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Library Binding
Ripley Readers LEVEL 2 Horses
By Not!, Ripleys Believe It Or
Easy to read, fun to see, and filled with amazing things, kids (even reluctant readers) will love Ripley Readers! With Horses, kids arent only learning to read, theyre learning galloping good facts about horses.. Did you know that horses can get a sunburn? With stunning photography and fun, easy-to-read writing, this Level 2 book covers everything from what horses like to eat to how they sleep. Its all true and unbelievable! Ripley Level 2 Readers are perfect for kids who know their sight words and are learning to sound out new words. From the editors of Ripleys Believe It or Not! comes Ripley Readers. Designed to help kids build their reading skills and confidence at any level, this program offers a variety of fun, entertaining, and unbelievable topics to interest even the most reluctant readers. With stories and information that will spark their curiosity, each book will motivate them to start and keep reading. Each title is certified by and includes the Lexile measure, ensuring that the content is appropriate for each level and allowing those just beginning to read, as well as those starting to advance to chapter books, to have just the right reading content. Level 1 Sounding It Out (Pre-K-Kindergarten) - For kids who know their alphabet and are starting to sound out words. Level 2 Reading with Help (Pre-K-Grade 1) - For kids that know sight words and are learning to sound out new words. Level 3 Independent Reading (Grades 1-3) - For kids that are beginning to read on their own. Level 4 Chapters (Grades 2-4) - For confident readers who enjoy a mixture of images and story.
Ripley Publishing
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9781609913243
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Paperback
Bedtime for Beasties
By Staub, Leslie
For any child who has trouble going to sleep, here is a funny, imaginative, and ultimately empowering bedtime book about a girl who takes control of her nightmare and shows a group of monsters that she's the boss of her dreams.In this creative bedtime book, a girl finds herself in a nightmare filled with snarling "beasties." By her side is a little T-Rex named Ben, a stuffed animal who comes alive in her dreams. When she realizes that she's in the middle of a bad dream, the plucky main character uses problem-solving and quick thinking to take control of the nightmare. She turns the tables on the beasties--asserting that she is the boss and directing the ultimately harmless monsters in a silly movie before reading them a story and tucking them in so they can all--finally--get a decent night's sleep.
Boyds Mills Press
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9781590789308
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Hardcover
All about Allergies
By Potts, Francesca Rn
The human body is amazing. But sometimes it gets sick or hurt. In All About Allergies, kids delve inside the body to learn all about the causes, symptoms, and treatments of allergies. Readers will explore fascinating topics, from common allergens to severe allergic reactions, in this engaging introductory title. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Super Sandcastle is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
Dinosaurs
By Jenkins, Steve
How to Be a Good Citizen
By James, Emily
It's very important to be a good citizen. But what does that mean? Readers will learn through examples in a fun question and answer format that taking pride in what you do and trying to make the world a better place shows good citizenship.
Taxi Cab
By Summers, Alex
In this wonderful Pre-K-1 book, students will learn all about what it's like to ride in a taxi cab as well as all the parts and people that make it go!
Long-Armed Ludy and the First Women's Olympics
By Patrick, Jean L S
Lucile "Ludy" Godbold was six feet tall and skinnier than a Carolina pine and an exceptional athlete. In her nal year on the track team at Winthrop College in South Carolina, Ludy tried the shot put and she made that iron ball sail with her long, skinny arms. But when Ludy qualified for the first Women's Olympics in 1922, Ludy had no money to go.Thanks to the help of her college and classmates, Ludy traveled to Paris and won the gold medal with more than a foot to spare. Hooray for Ludy! Based on a true story about a little-known athlete and a unique event in women's sports history.
Sometimes You Fly
By Applegate, Katherine
From Newbery Medalist and bestselling author Katherine Applegate, a sweet book of encouragement, filled with humor and insight into the effort behind any meaningful accomplishment in life. A perfect gift for baby shower, birthday, or graduation. This gorgeous gift book, equally perfect for preschool graduations or college commencements, baby showers or birthdays, is an inspirational tribute to the universal struggles and achievements of childhood. Beginning with a first birthday, the scenes travel through childhood triumphs and milestones, coming full circle to graduation. A magical blend of succinct text and beautiful watercolors renders each moment with tenderness and humor and encourages readers to "remember then, with every try, sometimes you fail . . . sometimes you fly."
At the Mountain's Base
By Sorell, Traci
A family, separated by duty and distance, waits for a loved one to return home in this lyrical picture book celebrating the bonds of a Cherokee family and the bravery of history-making women pilots.At the mountain's base sits a cabin under an old hickory tree. And in that cabin lives a family -- loving, weaving, cooking, and singing. The strength in their song sustains them through trials on the ground and in the sky, as they wait for their loved one, a pilot, to return from war. With an author's note that pays homage to the true history of Native American U.S. service members like WWII pilot Ola Mildred "Millie" Rexroat, this is a story that reveals the roots that ground us, the dreams that help us soar, and the people and traditions that hold us up.
Whale Sharks
By Statts, Leo
Provides a basic introduction to whale sharks, describing their physical characteristics, habitat, behaviors, and life cycle.
Ripley Readers LEVEL 2 Horses
By Not!, Ripleys Believe It Or
Easy to read, fun to see, and filled with amazing things, kids (even reluctant readers) will love Ripley Readers! With Horses, kids arent only learning to read, theyre learning galloping good facts about horses.. Did you know that horses can get a sunburn? With stunning photography and fun, easy-to-read writing, this Level 2 book covers everything from what horses like to eat to how they sleep. Its all true and unbelievable! Ripley Level 2 Readers are perfect for kids who know their sight words and are learning to sound out new words. From the editors of Ripleys Believe It or Not! comes Ripley Readers. Designed to help kids build their reading skills and confidence at any level, this program offers a variety of fun, entertaining, and unbelievable topics to interest even the most reluctant readers. With stories and information that will spark their curiosity, each book will motivate them to start and keep reading. Each title is certified by and includes the Lexile measure, ensuring that the content is appropriate for each level and allowing those just beginning to read, as well as those starting to advance to chapter books, to have just the right reading content. Level 1 Sounding It Out (Pre-K-Kindergarten) - For kids who know their alphabet and are starting to sound out words. Level 2 Reading with Help (Pre-K-Grade 1) - For kids that know sight words and are learning to sound out new words. Level 3 Independent Reading (Grades 1-3) - For kids that are beginning to read on their own. Level 4 Chapters (Grades 2-4) - For confident readers who enjoy a mixture of images and story.
Bedtime for Beasties
By Staub, Leslie
For any child who has trouble going to sleep, here is a funny, imaginative, and ultimately empowering bedtime book about a girl who takes control of her nightmare and shows a group of monsters that she's the boss of her dreams.In this creative bedtime book, a girl finds herself in a nightmare filled with snarling "beasties." By her side is a little T-Rex named Ben, a stuffed animal who comes alive in her dreams. When she realizes that she's in the middle of a bad dream, the plucky main character uses problem-solving and quick thinking to take control of the nightmare. She turns the tables on the beasties--asserting that she is the boss and directing the ultimately harmless monsters in a silly movie before reading them a story and tucking them in so they can all--finally--get a decent night's sleep.
All about Allergies
By Potts, Francesca Rn
The human body is amazing. But sometimes it gets sick or hurt. In All About Allergies, kids delve inside the body to learn all about the causes, symptoms, and treatments of allergies. Readers will explore fascinating topics, from common allergens to severe allergic reactions, in this engaging introductory title. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Super Sandcastle is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.