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You are a star, Malala Yousafzai

Robbins, Dean, 1957-


Meet Malala Yousafzai! Activist and Nobel Prize recipient Malala Yousafzai is an inspiration. But before she became an important voice for children around the world, Malala was just a little girl in Mingora, Pakistan, advocating for herself and her peers to have equal rights to education. With courage, determination, and her signature pop of pink, Malala Yousafzai changed the world. Find out how YOU can be a star, just like Malala!
Date Published:2024

Meet Malala Yousafzai! Activist and Nobel Prize recipient Malala Yousafzai is an inspiration. But before she became an important voice for children around the world, Malala was just a little girl in Mingora, Pakistan, advocating for herself and her peers to have equal rights to education. With courage, determination, and her signature pop of pink, Malala Yousafzai changed the world. Find out how YOU can be a star, just like Malala!

Date Published:2024

Gone Camping : A Novel in Verse

Wissinger, Tamera Will, ,


Hiking in the great outdoors, catching fish, watching the stars come out at night - camping is fun. Until it's time to sleep. Then, Lucy wonders, what kinds of creatures lurk in the dark? With only her brother and grandpa as tentmates, will Lucy be able to face her camping fears? Filled with a variety of poetic forms - from aubade to haiku - as well as helpful tips about rhyme and rhythm, this entertaining companion to the award-winning Gone Fishing is packed with family humor and adventure. So grab a flashlight and get settled in to experience the joy of campfires, s'mores, and storytelling!
Date Published:2017

Hiking in the great outdoors, catching fish, watching the stars come out at night - camping is fun. Until it's time to sleep. Then, Lucy wonders, what kinds of creatures lurk in the dark? With only her brother and grandpa as tentmates, will Lucy be able to face her camping fears? Filled with a variety of poetic forms - from aubade to haiku - as well as helpful tips about rhyme and rhythm, this entertaining companion to the award-winning Gone Fishing is packed with family humor and adventure. So grab a flashlight and get settled in to experience the joy of campfires, s'mores, and storytelling!

Date Published:2017

Ukraine

Spanier, Kristine


"Pogo Books are published by Jump!"--Title page verso. Includes index. In this book, readers will learn about the unique and defining features of Ukraine. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about the key details of the country including geography, climate, culture, and resources. Compelling questions encourage further inquiry.-- Provided by publisher.
Date Published:2023

"Pogo Books are published by Jump!"--Title page verso. Includes index. In this book, readers will learn about the unique and defining features of Ukraine. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about the key details of the country including geography, climate, culture, and resources. Compelling questions encourage further inquiry.-- Provided by publisher.

Date Published:2023

Ukraine

Borgert-Spaniol, Megan, 1989-,


Where is Ukraine? -- The land -- Crimean Peninsula -- Wildlife -- The people -- Daily life -- Going to school -- Working -- Playing -- Food -- Holidays -- Pysanky -- Fast facts. Developed by literacy experts for students in grades three through seven, this book introduces young readers to the geography and culture of Ukraine.
Date Published:2014

The Netherlands

Owings, Lisa.


Where is the Netherlands? -- The land -- The polders -- Wildlife -- The people -- Daily life -- Going to school -- Working -- Playing -- Food -- Holidays -- Tulip mania -- Fast facts. "Developed by literacy experts for students in grades three through seven, this book introduces young readers to the geography and culture of the Netherlands"--Provided by publisher.
Date Published:2013

Métis : the people and nation

Dufour Bowes, Arnolda, 1974-


Includes index. Explore the many different Indigenous Nations in North America The book explores the history, language, culture, daily life and current issues facing the Métis community.
Date Published:2024

Birman Cats

Schuh, Mari C., 1975-,


Gentle and loving -- Pleasant cats -- Golden fur -- Kittens -- Soft and silky -- Grooming -- Quiet and relaxed -- Social cats -- Friendly and loyal -- How do you know it's a Birman?. A photo-illustrated book for early readers about Birman cats. Describes the Birman's unique features, social behaviors, and how they act as pets.
Date Published:2017

Ragdoll Cats

Schuh, Mari C., 1975-,


Big and fluffy -- History -- Long, heavy cats -- Many colors and patterns -- Soft and silky -- Grooming -- Kittens -- Sweet, loving cats -- Calm and easygoing -- How do you know it's a Ragdoll?. A photo-illustrated book for early readers about Ragdoll cats. Describes the Ragdoll's unique features, large size, fluffy coat, social behaviors, and how they act as pets.
Date Published:2017

Sphynx Cats

Schuh, Mari C., 1975-,


Includes index. A photo-illustrated book for early readers about the unique hairless Sphynx cats. Describes the Sphynx's unique features, how they were bred to be hairless, their social behaviors, and how they act as pets.
Date Published:2017

Persian Cats

Schuh, Mari C., 1975-,


Quiet cats -- History -- Sweet faces -- Beautiful fur -- Grooming -- Kittens -- Playing and relaxing -- Restful and calm -- Loving pets -- How do you know it's a Persian?. A photo-illustrated book for early readers about Persian cats. Describes the Persian's unique features, history as good house pets, their social behaviors, and how they are the most popular and oldest breeds of cat.
Date Published:2017

American Shorthair Cats

Schuh, Mari C., 1975-,


Relaxed cats -- History -- Strong and powerful -- Many colors -- Easy care -- Sweet faces -- Calm yet playful -- On their own -- Friendly pets -- How do you know it's an American shorthair?. A photo-illustrated book for early readers about American Shorthair cats. Describes the cat's unique features, great hunting skills, social behaviors, and how they act as pets.
Date Published:2017

Abyssinian cats

Schuh, Mari C., 1975-,


Strong Cats -- Long history -- Soft fur -- Grooming -- Friendly cats -- Loving and loyal -- Full of energy -- Kittens -- Playful pets -- How do you know it's an Abyssinian?. A photo-illustrated book for early readers about Abyssinian cats. Describes the Aby's unique features, social behaviors, and how they act as pets.
Date Published:2017

Winter : a solstice story

Gross, Kelsey Ebben, 1982-


"A Paula Wiseman Book." Tonight is the longest night of the year. Solstice is here. Deep in the forest, it is dark and cold, and the quiet of winter is all around. Owl watches sunlight dim to a shimmer. Who can help Owl to shine the light and share a gift of hope on this winter evening? Along come Deer, Squirrel, Mouse, Duck, Rabbit, Raccoon, and Chickadee, and together they welcome a new friend to join in their winter solstice celebration. Wintertime is here for all to share.
Date Published:2023

"A Paula Wiseman Book." Tonight is the longest night of the year. Solstice is here. Deep in the forest, it is dark and cold, and the quiet of winter is all around. Owl watches sunlight dim to a shimmer. Who can help Owl to shine the light and share a gift of hope on this winter evening? Along come Deer, Squirrel, Mouse, Duck, Rabbit, Raccoon, and Chickadee, and together they welcome a new friend to join in their winter solstice celebration. Wintertime is here for all to share.

Date Published:2023

Gamerville

Christmas, Johnnie,


Max Lightning has finally qualified for Gamerville, a championship where players compete to be top dog in the multiplayer video game Lone Wolf of Calamity Bay. But his dreams of domination are quickly dashed when his parents send him to Camp Reset, a tech-free summer camp, instead. Long nights of energy drinks and screen time have been replaced with fresh air and group activities under the hot sun - a shock to the system for a lone wolf like Max. Can Max escape Camp Reset and level up at Gamerville, or has he finally played his last match? Johnnie Christmas's Gamerville is an honest, timely, and vulnerable exploration of the importance of human connection and what it means to run in a pack.
Date Published:2024

Max Lightning has finally qualified for Gamerville, a championship where players compete to be top dog in the multiplayer video game Lone Wolf of Calamity Bay. But his dreams of domination are quickly dashed when his parents send him to Camp Reset, a tech-free summer camp, instead. Long nights of energy drinks and screen time have been replaced with fresh air and group activities under the hot sun - a shock to the system for a lone wolf like Max. Can Max escape Camp Reset and level up at Gamerville, or has he finally played his last match? Johnnie Christmas's Gamerville is an honest, timely, and vulnerable exploration of the importance of human connection and what it means to run in a pack.

Date Published:2024

Spelling Pen : Brass Lamp

Knebel, C. (Cigdem),


Free Decodable Phonics Workbook and Free Access to Online Summits -title page "8202 words" - front cover. Includes alphabetized word list chart with word count. Free decodable workbooks @ www.simplewordsbooks.com - back cover An unfortunate accident – a crack in the Brass Lamp from the Red Obelisk – changes the course of the Sun Kids’ journey. In Griffin Nest, they learn that they need to go to Elf Landing to save the Brass Lamp. But King Gris’ den is in Elf Landing. And the bad king does not stop his tricks. Will the Sun Kids be able to save the Brass Lamp?
Date Published:2019

Free Decodable Phonics Workbook and Free Access to Online Summits -title page "8202 words" - front cover. Includes alphabetized word list chart with word count. Free decodable workbooks @ www.simplewordsbooks.com - back cover An unfortunate accident – a crack in the Brass Lamp from the Red Obelisk – changes the course of the Sun Kids’ journey. In Griffin Nest, they learn that they need to go to Elf Landing to save the Brass Lamp. But King Gris’ den is in Elf Landing. And the bad king does not stop his tricks. Will the Sun Kids be able to save the Brass Lamp?

Date Published:2019

Stash the Trash

Knebel, Cigdem,


"Free decodable phonics workbooks and free access to online summits" - title page. Comprehension workbook is a downloadable pdf. There is no extra charge for the workbooks. "2481 words" - front cover. Includes alphabetized word list chart with word count. Decodable chapter book. Dyslexia friendly font. Buck the Duck and Mick the Chick's campsite at Brisk Pond is filled with trash and they got to work fast. Yet, that is not the end of it. The pond is filled with trash as well. They are glad to get rid of the trash on the sand. Bup the Pup is on the lot next to them. His lot is filled with trash. When Buck the Duck and Mick the Chick help Bup the Pup clean up his lot, they join forces to ensure Brisk Pond stays trash free.
Date Published:2020

"Free decodable phonics workbooks and free access to online summits" - title page. Comprehension workbook is a downloadable pdf. There is no extra charge for the workbooks. "2481 words" - front cover. Includes alphabetized word list chart with word count. Decodable chapter book. Dyslexia friendly font. Buck the Duck and Mick the Chick's campsite at Brisk Pond is filled with trash and they got to work fast. Yet, that is not the end of it. The pond is filled with trash as well. They are glad to get rid of the trash on the sand. Bup the Pup is on the lot next to them. His lot is filled with trash. When Buck the Duck and Mick the Chick help Bup the Pup clean up his lot, they join forces to ensure Brisk Pond stays trash free.

Date Published:2020

Spring Mess

Knebel, Cigdem,


"Free decodable phonics workbooks and free access to online summits" - title page. Comprehension workbook is a downloadable pdf. There is no extra charge for the workbooks. "2247 words" - front cover. Includes alphabetized word list chart with word count. Decodable chapter book. Dyslexia friendly font. Rox the Fox is the best in Dunn Hill when it comes to plants. He is a big shot and has a lot of fans. Spring is the best time for Rox the Fox. But this year spring brings pests, a rat, and strong winds that destroy the plants. How will Rox the Fox bring back the plants to Dunn Hill? Where will he find the inspiration?
Date Published:2020

"Free decodable phonics workbooks and free access to online summits" - title page. Comprehension workbook is a downloadable pdf. There is no extra charge for the workbooks. "2247 words" - front cover. Includes alphabetized word list chart with word count. Decodable chapter book. Dyslexia friendly font. Rox the Fox is the best in Dunn Hill when it comes to plants. He is a big shot and has a lot of fans. Spring is the best time for Rox the Fox. But this year spring brings pests, a rat, and strong winds that destroy the plants. How will Rox the Fox bring back the plants to Dunn Hill? Where will he find the inspiration?

Date Published:2020

Back to the Past

Knebel, C. (Cigdem),


"Free decodable phonics workbooks and free access to online summits" - title page. Comprehension workbook is a downloadable pdf. There is no extra charge for the workbooks. Includes alphabetized word list chart with word count. "7209 words" - front cover. Decodable chapter book. Dyslexia friendly font. Camp Diggin is almost bankrupt. Mr. Prill, who runs the camp, tries to raise cash to save his camp. Tim and Kim end up at Camp Diggin to dig for fossils. A black box on its way to trash brings Tim and Kim to a land of adventure with a T-Rex and a Mom Duckbill. Can Tim and Kim help Mr. Prill save the camp with some support from the friendly dinosaurs?
Date Published:2019

"Free decodable phonics workbooks and free access to online summits" - title page. Comprehension workbook is a downloadable pdf. There is no extra charge for the workbooks. Includes alphabetized word list chart with word count. "7209 words" - front cover. Decodable chapter book. Dyslexia friendly font. Camp Diggin is almost bankrupt. Mr. Prill, who runs the camp, tries to raise cash to save his camp. Tim and Kim end up at Camp Diggin to dig for fossils. A black box on its way to trash brings Tim and Kim to a land of adventure with a T-Rex and a Mom Duckbill. Can Tim and Kim help Mr. Prill save the camp with some support from the friendly dinosaurs?

Date Published:2019

The factory

Egan, Catherine, 1976-


Asher Doyle is no stranger to misfortune. Bullied at school and struggling with problems at home, he dreams of the day he can escape. So when he receives an invitation to join the Factory, a mysterious research facility working on a top secret experiment, he jumps at the chance to change his life. But not everything is as it seems at the Factory. The other kids are tired and sullen, and it's clear that the staff members are hiding something. Even stranger, someone desperately wants Asher to participate in the program...but why? As Asher and his friends search for answers, they will learn that everything comes at a price - and they may end up paying with their lives.
Date Published:2025

Asher Doyle is no stranger to misfortune. Bullied at school and struggling with problems at home, he dreams of the day he can escape. So when he receives an invitation to join the Factory, a mysterious research facility working on a top secret experiment, he jumps at the chance to change his life. But not everything is as it seems at the Factory. The other kids are tired and sullen, and it's clear that the staff members are hiding something. Even stranger, someone desperately wants Asher to participate in the program...but why? As Asher and his friends search for answers, they will learn that everything comes at a price - and they may end up paying with their lives.

Date Published:2025

The experiment

Egan, Catherine, 1976-


It's been only moments since Asher Doyle made an impossible decision -- a matter of seconds since he set off a time bomb on the rooftop of the Factory that would change his life forever. At least, it felt like only moments to Asher. But he was wrong. In reality, twenty years have passed since that fateful night. Twenty birthdays, and yet Asher is still the same thirteen-year-old boy he was when he arrived at the Factory. Asher Doyle, The Boy Frozen in Time. And it gets worse: Not only is his best friend, Vi, twenty years older -- she's the new director of the evil place she and Asher swore to bring down. What could possibly have happened to make her switch sides? As Asher wraps his head around all he's lost, he finds himself at the center of an experiment at the hands of his former ally and best friend. It's up to him and a new group of friends to expose what new sinister secrets lie buried at the Factory -- if he manages to make it out alive...
Date Published:2025

It's been only moments since Asher Doyle made an impossible decision -- a matter of seconds since he set off a time bomb on the rooftop of the Factory that would change his life forever. At least, it felt like only moments to Asher. But he was wrong. In reality, twenty years have passed since that fateful night. Twenty birthdays, and yet Asher is still the same thirteen-year-old boy he was when he arrived at the Factory. Asher Doyle, The Boy Frozen in Time. And it gets worse: Not only is his best friend, Vi, twenty years older -- she's the new director of the evil place she and Asher swore to bring down. What could possibly have happened to make her switch sides? As Asher wraps his head around all he's lost, he finds himself at the center of an experiment at the hands of his former ally and best friend. It's up to him and a new group of friends to expose what new sinister secrets lie buried at the Factory -- if he manages to make it out alive...

Date Published:2025