Elrisha Smith's Library
Moore Magnet Elementary
| ISBN | Title | Author | Description | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9781580894319 | Feathers | Melissa Stewart | Young naturalists explore sixteen birds in this elegant introduction to the many, remarkable uses of feathers. A concise main text highlights how feathers are not just for flying. More curious readers are invited to dig deeper with informative sidebars that underscore how feathers of all shapes and sizes help birds with warming or cooling, protect them from the sun, help them swim, glide or even dig. With a range of common and exotic species readers will be engaged by both the new and the familiar. Beautiful and delicate watercolor illustrations showcase life-size feathers and compare them to everyday objects. With a scrapbook design, Feathers is part science journal, part read-along nonfiction, making it a wonderful resource for nature studies and a delight for the youngest bird lovers. | National Geographic Books |
| 9780794500351 | First Encyclopedia of Space | Paul Dowswell | Simple text, amazing photographs and detailed illustrations introduce young readers to the wonders of the Universe. | Usborne Books |
| 9780448411088 | Flower Girl | Gail Herman | A young girl's lucky ring helps her be the perfect flower girl in her sister's wedding. | Penguin Young Readers Group |
| 9780545873895 | Fly Guy Space | Tedd Arnold | During a visit to a space museum, Fly Guy and Buzz learn all about planets, space crafts, space suits, and even dirty snowballs (i.e. comets)! | |
| 9780763650698 | Following Grandfather | Rosemary Wells | Jennie is as close to her grandfather as a mouse can be, and when he suddenly dies she keeps thinking she sees him turning a corner, sitting on a bench, heading for the pier, or walking along their beloved beach, seeking the elusive Queen's teacup seashell. | Candlewick Press |
| 9781477764466 | Food From Around the World | Shane Heaney | Real-life situations and relatable narratives introduce students to the principles of multiplication and division, an essential part of third-grade math. Age-appropriate language encourages learning, which will help readers to become fluent in more complex math topics. Engaging visuals complement high-interest topics, while visually appealing designs help to make the math concrete. Sharing traditional foods is a great way to share cultures, and it’s also a great way to practice division skills! This volume meets CCSS Math Standard 3.OA.A.2. | The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc |
| 9780590466639 | Footprints in the Snow | Cynthia Benjamin | Pictures and simple text depict forest animals' tracks in the snow as they rush to their homes during a winter storm. | Cartwheel Books |
| 9780736821469 | Forming a Band | A. R. Schaefer | Describes the steps musicians take to form a band, including selecting band members, a group name, the music style, and appearance. | Capstone |
| 9780810993372 | Gai See | Roseanne Thong | In illustrations and rhyming text, depicts the vivid sights, sounds, and smells of a Saturday morning outdoor market in Chinatown. | Abrams Books for Young Readers |
| 9780545611275 | Geronimo Stilton- Book 1 ; the Journey Through Time | Geronimo Stilton | Even though Geronimo Stilton isn't exactly known for taking risks, he can't always say no to adventure -- especially when he's invited to be the first time-traveling mouse! But Geronimo's invitation does come with a catch. Professor Paws von Volt doesn't just want him to observe the past; Geronimo must investigate what caused the dinosaur extinction. Will Geronimo solve one of history's greatest mysteries, or will this time-traveling mouse end up being dinosaur dinner? | |
| 9780439649681 | Giant Children | Brod Bagert | A collection of humorous poetry on family and school. | |
| 9780201406948 | Going to the Doctor | T. Berry Brazelton | A lifetime of listening and caring has given Dr. T. Berry Brazelton unique empathy for his young patients. In this warm, delightful book, he explains each step of a visit to the doctor: from the stethoscope and checking the reflexes, to the eye chart and even the shots. His humor, honesty, and, above all, his respect for the child's curiosity and worries shine through on every page.Hilariously candid drawings by Dr. Brazelton's grandson Alfred express the child's point of view while vivid photos bring the reader right into the doctor's office. With an afterword to help parents make the most of each checkup, Going to the Doctor will fascinate all children and help them understand and even look forward to their next visit to the doctor. | Da Capo Lifelong Books |
| 9781454904465 | Goodnight Songs | Margaret Wise Brown | A previously unpublished collection of twelve lullabies, illustrated by contemporary, award-winning artists including Jonathan Bean, Sophie Blackall, Renata Liwska, and Dan Yaccarino. | Sterling |
| 9780545244695 | Gus Makes a Gift | Frank Remkiewicz | Planning to make a special gift for Mother's Day during art time at school, Gus the little rhinoceros is frustrated when things do not go as planned, causing him to worry that his mother will not like his gift. By the best-selling illustrator of the Froggy series. Original. | Cartwheel Books |
| 9780439358071 | Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix | Scholastic Inc. | ||
| 9781338540369 | Heart of Gold | Shannon Penney | Meet the Cutiecorns, adorable puppies with magical horns who get into all kinds of enchanting adventures. Sparkle can't believe her puptastic luck It's finally time for the Cutiecorns to learn how to use their special magic. And Sparkle's mom has given her a golden locket to mark the big day. But before the ceremony, the locket is stolen Can the Cutiecorns put their horns together to find the thief before it's too late? | Scholastic Paperbacks |
| 9780673613295 | How to Rake Leaves | Susan McCloskey | Scott Foresman | |
| 9780312561123 | How to Steal a Dog | Barbara O'Connor | Georgina, who lives with her family in their car after their father leaves, persuades her younger brother to help her in a scheme to get money by stealing a dog and claiming the reward that the owners are bound to offer. | Macmillan |
| 9781338789645 | I Color Myself Different | Colin Kaepernick | An inspiring story of identity and self-esteem from celebrated athlete and activist Colin Kaepernick. When Colin Kaepernick was five years old, he was given a simple school assignment: draw a picture of yourself and your family. What young Colin does next with his brown crayon changes his whole world and worldview, providing a valuable lesson on embracing and celebrating his Black identity through the power of radical self-love and knowing your inherent worth. I Color Myself Different is a joyful ode to Black and Brown lives based on real events in young Colin's life that is perfect for every reader's bookshelf. It's a story of self-discovery, staying true to one's self, and advocating for change...even when you're very little! | |
| 9780545919739 | I Survived the American Revolution, 1776 (I Survived #15) | Lauren Tarshis | The battlefield was soaked in blood. Screams of injured soldiers rang through the air. Eleven-year-old Nathaniel Knox knelt behind a rock, his gun clutched in his shaking hands. Nate had been heading to New York City to find his father. But now he was trapped in a terrible gunfight between American and British troops. This Revolutionary War had started as a thrilling fight for freedom. The 13 American colonies were breaking apart from England, away from King George III. The colonies would band together to become a brand-new country: The United States of America! But King George was like a snake with America gripped in his fangs - and he didn't want to let go. So now it was war - brutal, bloody war. And America was being crushed by the mighty British army. Thousands of American troops were either dead or dying in filthy British prison ships. General George Washington's army was in tatters. All Nate wanted was to find his father...and to get out of here alive. | Scholastic Paperbacks |