In this fun-filled, action-packed middle grade novel, three young inventors are offered the chance to work at the renowned Dr. Flax's laboratory -- where dazzling science, new friendships, and killer robots await. . When Theresa Brown wins the Charleston County Middle School Science Fair, she receives the opportunity of a lifetime -- an invitation to celebrated scientist Dr. Flax's laboratory and a summer spent building the invention of her dreams. Along with the second- and third-place finishers of the science fair, Theresa is whisked off to a world of robots, excitement, and danger. Dr. Flax claims his inventions are going to help stop climate change and make the world a better, safer place, but is that true? And can Theresa and her friends get to the bottom of the mysteries of his laboratory?.
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9781250165800
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Hardcover
Blue Floats Away
By Jonker, Travis
A little iceberg strikes out on a big journey in this new picture book that explores the wonders of the water cycle. Little Blue lives at the North Pole with his parents until, one day, he floats away and strikes out on his own. Along the way, Blue encounters new things (sharks) and beautiful things (sailboats) . He starts to wonder which way is home when something unexpected starts to happen. Little Blue is getting smaller and smaller until . . . he transforms! After mixing with the warm ocean water, Blue reappears as a cloud. He encounters new things (airplanes) and beautiful things (birds) . He charts a course for home. As it gets colder and colder, Blue gets bigger and bigger until . . . hey, is that a snowflake? A story about the water cycle, Blue Floats Away explores the power of transformation and growing up.
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9781419744235
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Hardcover
Only
By Anderson, Airlie
In the tradition of The Quiet Book, Only is the story of a bird who likes being alone, but doesn't want to be lonely.. Only likes quiet time, and they definitely like being alone. All the other birds are too loud and too rough! Only decides to create a peaceful space that's just for them, but when a friend shows up wanting to try some quiet time too, the two birds must figure out a way to be sure no one feels left out.. In this companion title to Neither, Airlie Anderson shows readers that it's okay to sometimes be noisy, to sometimes be quiet, to sometimes be together, and to sometimes be alone - as long as no one is made to feel lonely.
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9780316409612
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Hardcover
Today
By Snyder, Gabi
This welcoming and joyful picture book reminds us that every moment can hold many surprises and to look for the wonder in every day.. Today may seem long before leaving for a summer vacation or short during the time away. The moments that make up the day are filled with surprises, joy, fun, and memories. This book guides young readers to keep their eyes and ears open so the day doesn't slip by.
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9781665924856
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Hardcover
Yaya and the Sea
By Marable, Karen Good
A family goes on a trip from the city to the sea in search of renewal in this stunningly rendered picture book that's an ode to sisterhood, nature, and being present.. On the first day of spring, when the city is quiet and still, little Yaya takes the A train down to New York City's southern shores with her mama and aunties to greet Mama Ocean and celebrate the arrival of a new season through a ritual of letting go of the past and embracing the new.
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9781534462014
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Hardcover
How Agriculture Changed the World
By Feldstein, Stephanie
The agriculture industry has profoundly impacted our world. The Planet Human series breaks down the human impact on the environment over time and around the globe. Each title presents important high-interest natural science nonfiction content with global relevance.
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9781668939048
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Paperback
How Digital Communications Changed the World
By Feldstein, Stephanie
The digital communications industry has profoundly impacted our world. The Planet Human series breaks down the human impact on the environment over time and around the globe. Each title presents important high-interest natural science nonfiction content with global relevance.
Publisher: n/a
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9781668939055
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Hardcover
How Fast Fashion Changed the World
By Feldstein, Stephanie
The fast fashion industry has profoundly impacted our world. The Planet Human series breaks down the human impact on the environment over time and around the globe. Each title presents important high-interest natural science nonfiction content with global relevance.
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9781668939079
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Paperback
Plastic
By Abdo, Kenny
This title focuses on the accidental discovery of plastic and details its origins, evolution throughout the years, and impact it has had on the world. This hi-lo title is complete with vibrant photographs, simple text, glossary, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Fly! is an imprint of Abdo Zoom, a division of ABDO.
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9781098284138
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Library Binding
Tyrannosaurus Rex Vs. Velociraptor
By Pallotta, Jerry
Find out what would happen if a Tyrannosaurus rex and a velociraptor got in a fight and who would win. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Beginning Readers is an imprint of Spotlight, a division of ABDO.
The Girl Who Built a Spider
By Brewington, George
In this fun-filled, action-packed middle grade novel, three young inventors are offered the chance to work at the renowned Dr. Flax's laboratory -- where dazzling science, new friendships, and killer robots await. . When Theresa Brown wins the Charleston County Middle School Science Fair, she receives the opportunity of a lifetime -- an invitation to celebrated scientist Dr. Flax's laboratory and a summer spent building the invention of her dreams. Along with the second- and third-place finishers of the science fair, Theresa is whisked off to a world of robots, excitement, and danger. Dr. Flax claims his inventions are going to help stop climate change and make the world a better, safer place, but is that true? And can Theresa and her friends get to the bottom of the mysteries of his laboratory?.
Blue Floats Away
By Jonker, Travis
A little iceberg strikes out on a big journey in this new picture book that explores the wonders of the water cycle. Little Blue lives at the North Pole with his parents until, one day, he floats away and strikes out on his own. Along the way, Blue encounters new things (sharks) and beautiful things (sailboats) . He starts to wonder which way is home when something unexpected starts to happen. Little Blue is getting smaller and smaller until . . . he transforms! After mixing with the warm ocean water, Blue reappears as a cloud. He encounters new things (airplanes) and beautiful things (birds) . He charts a course for home. As it gets colder and colder, Blue gets bigger and bigger until . . . hey, is that a snowflake? A story about the water cycle, Blue Floats Away explores the power of transformation and growing up.
Only
By Anderson, Airlie
In the tradition of The Quiet Book, Only is the story of a bird who likes being alone, but doesn't want to be lonely.. Only likes quiet time, and they definitely like being alone. All the other birds are too loud and too rough! Only decides to create a peaceful space that's just for them, but when a friend shows up wanting to try some quiet time too, the two birds must figure out a way to be sure no one feels left out.. In this companion title to Neither, Airlie Anderson shows readers that it's okay to sometimes be noisy, to sometimes be quiet, to sometimes be together, and to sometimes be alone - as long as no one is made to feel lonely.
Today
By Snyder, Gabi
This welcoming and joyful picture book reminds us that every moment can hold many surprises and to look for the wonder in every day.. Today may seem long before leaving for a summer vacation or short during the time away. The moments that make up the day are filled with surprises, joy, fun, and memories. This book guides young readers to keep their eyes and ears open so the day doesn't slip by.
Yaya and the Sea
By Marable, Karen Good
A family goes on a trip from the city to the sea in search of renewal in this stunningly rendered picture book that's an ode to sisterhood, nature, and being present.. On the first day of spring, when the city is quiet and still, little Yaya takes the A train down to New York City's southern shores with her mama and aunties to greet Mama Ocean and celebrate the arrival of a new season through a ritual of letting go of the past and embracing the new.
How Agriculture Changed the World
By Feldstein, Stephanie
The agriculture industry has profoundly impacted our world. The Planet Human series breaks down the human impact on the environment over time and around the globe. Each title presents important high-interest natural science nonfiction content with global relevance.
How Digital Communications Changed the World
By Feldstein, Stephanie
The digital communications industry has profoundly impacted our world. The Planet Human series breaks down the human impact on the environment over time and around the globe. Each title presents important high-interest natural science nonfiction content with global relevance.
How Fast Fashion Changed the World
By Feldstein, Stephanie
The fast fashion industry has profoundly impacted our world. The Planet Human series breaks down the human impact on the environment over time and around the globe. Each title presents important high-interest natural science nonfiction content with global relevance.
Plastic
By Abdo, Kenny
This title focuses on the accidental discovery of plastic and details its origins, evolution throughout the years, and impact it has had on the world. This hi-lo title is complete with vibrant photographs, simple text, glossary, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Fly! is an imprint of Abdo Zoom, a division of ABDO.
Tyrannosaurus Rex Vs. Velociraptor
By Pallotta, Jerry
Find out what would happen if a Tyrannosaurus rex and a velociraptor got in a fight and who would win. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Beginning Readers is an imprint of Spotlight, a division of ABDO.