Ashley Sparks' Library
West Creek Elementary
| ISBN | Title | Author | Description | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oliver's Back-Yard Circus | ||||
| 9780547722405 | On My Honor | Marion Dane Bauer | Joel's best friend Tony drowns while they are swimming in the forbidden, treacherous Vermilion River. Joel is terrified at having to tell of his disobedience and overwhelmed by his feelings of guilt. | Sandpiper |
| 9780673613646 | On Our Way | Laura Maxwell | Scott Foresman | |
| 9780545687799 | On This Spot | Susan E. Goodman | ||
| 9780399163982 | Otis And The Kittens | Loren Long | The #1 bestselling illustrator of Matt de la Pena's Love and the creator of Otis presents an homage to firefighters everywhere—and to the many boys and girls who dream big of being heroes!On the farm where Otis the tractor lives, it hasn't rained in a long time and farmers all over the valley have grown anxious with water in such short supply. One hot afternoon, when Otis and his friends are resting beneath the shade of the apple tree, Otis spots something moving down in the valley—an orange tabby cat headed straight for the old barn. But then Otis sees something else that causes his engine to sputter . . . a swirl of smoke coming from the same barn. A fire!As Otis races toward the fire with his friends in tow, he spots the tabby cat mewing in alarm. Otis rushes inside to discover the source of the cat's worries--her little kittens are perched up on the hayloft, scared. Otis never hesitates. Yet even after he delivers a tractor full of kittens safely outside, their mama remains upset. Re-entering the burning barn, Otis discovers why: one tiny kitten, still too scared to move. With a friendly chuff, Otis coaxes her down and she scampers out the door. That's when the floor collapses with a CRASH, trapping the tractor. Now Otis, the friend everyone can count on, must count on his friends.Told with a sense of play and devotion, this is a heartwarming tale that reminds readers that sometimes even those who we count on to help us need a little help themselves. From the creator of Otis, Otis and the Puppy, and the illustrator of The Little Engine That Could and Of Thee I Sing by President Barack Obama.Loren Long wrote this story as a tribute to the firefighters who, like Otis, rescue people every day with their strength and bravery. Of course, people who aren't first responders should never go into a burning building for any reason. Reading this story to children is a great opportunity to discuss fire safety.Praise for Otis and the Kittens* "As always, perseverance, teamwork, and a heart of gold pay off for Otis and his friends. When read aloud, the text flows off the tongue with sounds and words that extend the imagery created in the attractive gouache and pencil illustrations. The compositions make great use of perspective and motion and are expertly laid out . . . There are wonderful textured details that bring the story to life. [T]he perfect lapsit read-aloud, combining the ever-popular subjects of tractors, farm animals, and firefighters."--School Library Journal, STARRED REVIEW"Long's seventh bucolic tale of an antique tractor with a smiling face and a good heart will please the little chuffer's many fans. The dynamic, fluid illustrations with a retro-rural vibe bring to mind Norman Rockwell's America with a Saturday comics spin. The theme of teamwork played out several times through the tale is communicated as simply as the tale itself. Keep on puffin', Otis!"--Kirkus Reviews"Long creates a powerful sense of suspense and danger as charcoal smoke gathers in the sky and bright flames lick the beams of the barn as Otis goes to work, but bravery, loyalty, and gritty determination are the real stars of the story—traits that Otis and his animal friends have in ample supply."--Publishers Weekly | Philomel Books |
| 9780635066978 | Patrick Henry Biography Funbook (Biography Funbooks) | Carole Marsh | Patrick Henry was known as the voice of the American Revolution. He was a skilled lawyer who was able to persuade juries. This talent helped him when he gave speeches supporting the American Revolution. He inspired many patriots and citizens to demand their freedom!This popular 14-page, Biography Funbooks include easy-to-read information, fun facts and trivia, humor, activities and a whole lot more. These Biography Funbooks will engage kids with their stories. They are great for social studies, meeting state and national curriculum standards, individual and group-reading programs, centers, library programs, and have many other terrific educational uses. | Gallopade |
| 9780635066992 | Paul Revere Biography Funbook (Biography Funbooks) | Marsh, Carole | Gallopade | |
| 9780635066992 | Paul Revere Biography Funbook (Biography Funbooks) | Marsh, Carole | Gallopade | |
| 9780590485210 | Peanut Butter Rhino | Vincent Andriani | Rhino and Elephant have a picnic lunch and share a peanut butter sandwich. | Scholastic Incorporated |
| 9780762436002 | Peanuts: Be My Valentine, Charlie Brown | Charles M. Schulz | Love is in the air! Celebrate Valentine's Day with the Peanuts gang, and see if Charlie Brown will finally talk to the little red-headed girl. This beloved story is now available in an exciting format as an 8x8 with stickers. | Running Press Kids |
| 9780439671125 | Piano Lessons Can Be Murder | R. L. Stine | Convinced that there is something creepy about his new piano teacher, Jerry soon hears terrifying stories about Dr. Shreek's music school and students who never completed their lessons alive. | Scholastic Paperbacks |
| 9780062310583 | Picture Perfect #2: You First | Cari Simmons, Lola Douglas | Being one half of a BFF heart necklace is serious business—and in the Picture Perfect series, each story tackles a tough friendship challenge. Through the ups and downs of life in middle school, through braces and boy bands, family feuds and fashion disasters, your best bud is there. But what happens when friendship suddenly gets complicated? Tween readers will adore these sweet, accessible stories about the power of friendship. Gigi Stewart and her best friend, Finley, are always together. And everything they do, they document on the Wall—their collage in Gigi's room that holds layers and layers of memories—from movie tickets to magazine ads to embarrassing baby photos—and they never stop adding to it. But when Gigi suggests they start planning their annual joint birthday blowout, Finn just doesn't seem that into it. She's more interested in extra soccer practice than choosing a party theme, or going to cooking class, or having sleepovers with Gigi. Gigi can't help but be hurt, and she's even more upset when she discovers that Finn's been lying about what's she's been doing instead of hanging out with her. Gigi thought she and Finn would be friends forever—but what if "forever" is coming to an end? | HarperCollins |
| 9780062310583 | Picture Perfect #2: You First | Cari Simmons, Lola Douglas | Being one half of a BFF heart necklace is serious business—and in the Picture Perfect series, each story tackles a tough friendship challenge. Through the ups and downs of life in middle school, through braces and boy bands, family feuds and fashion disasters, your best bud is there. But what happens when friendship suddenly gets complicated? Tween readers will adore these sweet, accessible stories about the power of friendship. Gigi Stewart and her best friend, Finley, are always together. And everything they do, they document on the Wall—their collage in Gigi's room that holds layers and layers of memories—from movie tickets to magazine ads to embarrassing baby photos—and they never stop adding to it. But when Gigi suggests they start planning their annual joint birthday blowout, Finn just doesn't seem that into it. She's more interested in extra soccer practice than choosing a party theme, or going to cooking class, or having sleepovers with Gigi. Gigi can't help but be hurt, and she's even more upset when she discovers that Finn's been lying about what's she's been doing instead of hanging out with her. Gigi thought she and Finn would be friends forever—but what if "forever" is coming to an end? | HarperCollins |
| 9780152025656 | Pinky Pye | Eleanor Estes | While spending a bird-watching summer on Fire Island, the Pye family acquires a small black kitten that can use a typewriter. | Houghton Mifflin Harcourt |
| 9780152025656 | Pinky Pye | Eleanor Estes | While spending a bird-watching summer on Fire Island, the Pye family acquires a small black kitten that can use a typewriter. | Houghton Mifflin Harcourt |
| 9780022784799 | Planting Seeds (Leveled Books, Science) | Amy Jo | McGraw Hill | |
| 9780022784799 | Planting Seeds (Leveled Books, Science) | Amy Jo | McGraw Hill | |
| 9780545830201 | Polar Bears | Mark Newman | Explores the world of the polar bear. | |
| Pooh Welcomes Winter | ||||
| 9780544102637 | Poppleton in Winter | Poppleton loved his icicles. Each morning he took a ruler outside to see how much longer they had grown. Based on the best research about how children learn to read, Scholastic Readers are developed under the supervision of reading experts and are educator approved. Scholastic readers are designed to support your childs efforts to learn how to read at every age and every stage. Enjoy helping your child learn to read and love to read. |