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Evan Treski is people-smart. He is good at talking with people, even grownups. His younger sister, Jessie, on the other hand, is math-smart—but not especially good at understanding people. She knows that feelings are her weakest subject. So when their lemonade war begins, there really is no telling who will win—and even more important, if their fight will ever end. Here is a clever blend of humor and math fun. As... (more)

The Story of the World: History for the Classical Child: Volume 1: Ancient Times: From the Earliest Nomads to the Last Roman Emperor, Revised Edition

The Story of the World: History for the Classical Child: Volume 1: Ancient Times: From the Earliest Nomads to the Last Roman Emperor, Revised Edition

by Susan Wise Bauer

What terrible secret was buried in Shi Huangdi's tomb? Did nomads like lizard stew? What happened to Anansi the Spider in the Village of the Plantains? And how did a six-year-old become the last emperor of Rome? Told in a straightforward, engaging style that has become Susan Wise Bauer's trademark, The Story of the World series covers the sweep of human history from ancient times until the present. Africa,... (more)

Around the World in 180 Days

Exploring Creation With Botany (Young Explorers)

Exploring Creation With Botany (Young Explorers)

by Jeannie K. Fulbright

Second Book in the Young Explorer Series. A creationist world view is stressed throughout.

Joey Pigza Swallowed the Key

by Jack Gantos

Joey Pigza can't sit still. He can't pay attention, he can't follow the rules, and he can't help it -- especially when his meds aren't working. Joey's had problems ever since he was born, problems just like his dad and grandma have. And whether he's wreaking havoc on a class trip or swallowing his house key, Joey's problems are getting worse. In fact, his behavior is so off the wall that his teachers are... (more)

D'Aulaires Book of Greek Myths

by Edgar D'Aulaire, Ingri D'Aulaire

Mighty Zeus, with his fistful of thunderbolts, Athena, goddess of wisdom, Helios the sun, greedy King Midas--here are gods, goddesses, and legendary figures of ancient Greece brought to life in the myths that have inspired great literature and art throughout the ages. Illustrations throughout.

Barack Obama: Son of Promise, Child of Hope

Barack Obama: Son of Promise, Child of Hope

by Nikki Grimes

Ever since Barack Obama was young, Hope has lived inside him. From the beaches of Hawaii to the streets of Chicago, from the jungles of Indonesia to the plains of Kenya, he has held on to Hope. Even as a boy, Barack knew he wasn't quite like anybody else, but through his journeys he found the ability to listen to Hope and become what he was meant to be: a bridge to bring people together. This is the moving story... (more)

Make Way for Dyamonde Daniel

by Nikki Grimes

Dyamonde Daniel may be new in town, but that doesn’t stop her from making a place for herself in a jiffy. With her can-do attitude and awesome brain power she takes the whole neighborhood by storm. The only thing puzzling her is the other new kid in her class. He’s awfully grouchy—but Dyamonde’s determined to get to the bottom of his frowning attitude and make a friend. Readers will fall in love with Dyamonde... (more)

Shugo Chara! 1

by Peach-Pit

WHO DO YOU WANT TO BE? Everybody at Seiyo Elementary thinks that stylish and super cool Amu has it all: But nobody knows the real Amu, a shy girl who wishes she had the courage to truly be herself. Changing Amu’s life is going to take more than wishes and dreams–it’s going to take a little magic! One morning, Amu finds a surprise in her bed: three strange little eggs. Each egg contains a Guardian Character, an... (more)

Scaredy Squirrel at Night (Scaredy Squirrel)

Scaredy Squirrel at Night (Scaredy Squirrel)

by Melanie Watt

Scaredy never sleeps -- sleep might mean bad dreams about dragons, ghosts, vampire bats and polka-dot monsters. Our wide-eyed hero has a plan: stay awake all night, every night. Between counting stars, playing cymbals and making scrapbooks, he does a good job of avoiding dreamland. With exhaustion taking its toll, Scaredy comes face-to-face with an alarming horoscope prediction: All his dreams are about to come... (more)

Greeks (Illustrated World History)

by Susan Peach, Anne Millard

The world's most fascinating cultures in history are examined in this series which covers everyday areas of life from medicine and education to festivals and entertainment. This volume looks at the Greeks.

100% Wolf

by Jayne Lyons

Freddy Lupin is the youngest of a noble line of werewolves. His father, Flasheart Lupin, was the bravest werewolf since their great ancestor Sir Rathbone. His uncle, Lord Hotspur, is the Grand Growler of the Hidden Moonlight Gathering of Werefolk. And tonight, on the evening of his one-hundred-and-twenty-first month (ten years and one month to humans), Freddy will undergo his first transwolftation. It's a rite of... (more)

IT's Elementary!: Integrating Technology in the Primary Grades

IT's Elementary!: Integrating Technology in the Primary Grades

by Boni Hamilton

In 2004 a traditional Colorado elementary school became National School Library Media Program of the Year. How did they do it? In IT's Elementary! Integrating Technology in the Primary Grades instructional technology specialist Boni Hamilton offers an insider's view of her school's award-winning makeover. Guiding readers through the process of planning and implementing an integrated technology program on a... (more)

The Water Mirror: Dark Reflections, Book 1 (Dark Reflections (Audio))

The Water Mirror: Dark Reflections, Book 1 (Dark Reflections (Audio))

by Kai Meyer

Kai Meyer's engaging fantasy portrays Venice as a city alive with wonder--stone lions pad with heavy paws on the canal banks and sometimes fly (as steeds for the Venetian Guard); the canals are full of mermaids with wide shark jaws, and the island city has been under siege by Egypt for 36 years. Only the power of The Flowing Queen, the mysterious spirit of the waters, has kept the city safe. But now the essence of... (more)

The Complete Stories of Sherlock Holmes

by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle

Here, collected in one volume, are all four full-length novels and 56 short stories chronicling the colorful adventures of Sherlock Holmes--every word Sir Arthur Conan Doyle ever wrote about Baker Street's most famous resident.

Soupy Saturdays with the Pain and the Great One

Soupy Saturdays with the Pain and the Great One

by Judy Blume

MEET THE PAIN: My sister's name is Abigail. I call her The Great One because she thinks she's so great. Who cares if she's in third grade and I'm just in first? MEET THE GREAT ONE: My brother's name is Jacob Edward, but everyone calls him Jake. Everyone but me. I call him The Pain because that's what he is. He's a first-grade pain. I'll always know exactly what he's thinking. That's just the way it is. These... (more)

The ABC's and All Their Tricks: The Complete Reference Book of Phonics and Spelling

The ABC's and All Their Tricks: The Complete Reference Book of Phonics and Spelling

by M. Bishop

THE phonics book for teachers. Comprehensive information is given here for every spelling of every sound. For each spelling you find rules which govern it, exceptions to the rules, sample words to use for teaching the sound or spelling, etymological information, and more. Each sound is keyed to the Phonics Made Plain cards and chart. The Appendix also contains an excellent article concerning reading problems of... (more)

Integrating Literacy and Technology: Effective Practice for Grades K-6 (Tools for Teaching Literacy)

Integrating Literacy and Technology: Effective Practice for Grades K-6 (Tools for Teaching Literacy)

by Susan M. Watts-Taffe

An accessible resource for busy teachers, this informative book sets the stage for using technology effectively in the literacy classroom. The authors take the reader step by step through the ongoing cycle of planning, teaching, and assessment in a technology-rich environment. They demonstrate how to use the Internet and reading and writing software not only to teach core literacy skills, but also to help children... (more)

Mystery of the Silver Coins (Viking Quest Series)

Mystery of the Silver Coins (Viking Quest Series)

by Lois Walfrid Johnson

In this second installment of the Viking Quest series, Bree finds herself in a physical and spiritual battle for survival in the homeland of her Viking captors. With another young slave named Lil, she makes a daring escape from the ship as soon as it reaches harbor. The girls hide in the woods as Mikkel and his Viking sailors begin a relentless search, certain that Bree is responsible for a missing bag of silver... (more)

A Kid's Guide to Creating Web Pages for Home and School

A Kid's Guide to Creating Web Pages for Home and School

by Benjamin Selfridge

Most students are familiar with the World Wide Web, but few are familiar with the primary underlying technology that makes it possible: HTML. A Kid’s Guide to Creating Web Pages for Home and School is designed for those who have grown up with computers but who have never had the chance to create their own web sites. Written by a kid for kids, this book leads students step-by-step through the basic functionalities... (more)

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Tags: elementary

by Jacqueline Davies

by Susan Wise Bauer

by Jeannie K. Fulbright

by Jack Gantos

by Edgar D'Aulaire, Ingri D'Aulaire

by Nikki Grimes

by Nikki Grimes

by Peach-Pit

by Melanie Watt

by Susan Peach, Anne Millard

by Jayne Lyons

by Boni Hamilton

by Kai Meyer

by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle

by Judy Blume

by M. Bishop

by Susan M. Watts-Taffe

by Lois Walfrid Johnson

by Benjamin Selfridge