Loretta Story's Library
Montgomery Central Elementary
| ISBN | Title | Author | Description | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OS_642F0FF6293FED00B539B78E | A Bargain for Frances | Russell Hoban | ||
| 9781452141244 | A Butterfly Is Patient | Dianna Aston | From the creators of the award-winning An Egg Is Quiet, A Seed Is Sleepy, and A Rock Is Lively comes this gorgeous and informative introduction to the world of butterflies. An incredible variety of butterflies are celebrated here in all of their beauty and wonder, from the tiny Arian Small Blue to the grand Queen Alexandra's Birdwing. Perfect for a child's bedroom bookshelf or for the classroom! | Chronicle Books |
| 9780688040741 | A Chair for My Mother 25th Anniversary Edition | Vera B. Williams | After a fire destroys their home and possessions, Rosa, her mother, and grandmother save and save until they can afford to buy one big, comfortable chair that all three of them can enjoy.After their home is destroyed by a fire, Rosa, her mother and grandmother save their coins to buy a really comfortable chair for all to enjoy. "A superbly conceived picture book expressing the joyful spirit of a loving family."--Horn Book. | Greenwillow Books |
| 9781338193039 | A Girl Named Helen | Bonnie Bader | Introduces the life and accomplishments of Helen Keller, including her activism for people with disabilities. | Scholastic Paperbacks |
| 9781338193077 | A Girl Named Rosa | Denise Lewis Patrick | Rosa Parks refused to give up her bus seat to a white passenger in 1955, but how did she come to be so brave? This title in the A Girl Names series describes the defining moments that made up her childhood and adolescence. Full color. | Scholastic Paperbacks |
| 9780439690034 | A Kwanza Miracle | Sharon Shavers Gayle | Scholastic | |
| OS_642F1387E90E9500B5E39998 | A Mink, a Fink, a Skating Rink What is a Noun? | Brian P. Cleary | ||
| 9780395941676 | A Mosquito Buzzed | Kana Riley | A family of bears are awaken by a mosquito buzzing around. | |
| 9780823440573 | A Picture Book of Benjamin Franklin | David A. Adler | Writer, printer, scientist, inventor, statesman, and youngest son in a family of seventeen children, Benjamin Franklin is considered one of our greatest Americans. Supported by colorful illustrations, Adler's biography brings to life one of America's founding fathers, Benjamin Franklin. Adler highlights Franklin's stunning accomplishments and his day-to-day life from his time as a young boy in Boston, Massachusetts through his role as the oldest delegate to the Constitutional Congress at the age of 81. A lifelong book lover and printer, Franklin poularized famous sayings like "haste makes waste" and "early to bed, early to rise, makes a man healthy, wealthy, and wise" in his annual Poor Richard's Almanack. An energetic inventor and public servant, he created the Franklin stove and bifocal glasses and established the first lending library and hospital in America. Young readers looking for insight into one of America's greatest founders, will find inspiration while gaining understanding and appreciation of US colonial history. For almost thirty years, David Adler’s Picture Book Biography series has profiled famous people who changed the world. Colorful, kid-friendly illustrations combine with Adler’s “expert mixtures of facts and personality” (Booklist) to introduce young readers to history through compelling biographies of presidents, heroes, inventors, explorers, and adventurers. These books are ideal for first and second graders interested in history, or who need reliable sources for school book reports. | Holiday House |
| 9780823410651 | A Picture Book of Harriet Tubman | David A. Adler | For young readers, an illustrated introduction to an American hero—the legendary Harriet Tubman. From her rebellious childhood to her daring escape from slavery, Harriet Tubman was a confident, fearless woman. After heading North in search of freedom, she risked her life, again and again, to lead others out of slavery, devoting herself to guiding almost three hundred individuals along the network of safe havens known as the Underground Railroad. Called "General Tubman" for her strength and bravery, Harriet went on to work as a nurse and spy for the northern army in the Civil War. She fought tirelessly for women's right to vote, and help to open a home for poor and elderly African Americans, to which she eventually retired. Celebrated nonfiction author David A. Adler tells about Harriet Tubman's life and character, showing why she was so admired and beloved. A timeline of important dates is included. For almost thirty years, David Adler’s Picture Book Biography series has profiled famous people who changed the world. Colorful, kid-friendly illustrations combine with Adler’s "expert mixtures of facts and personality" (Booklist) to introduce young readers to history through compelling biographies of presidents, heroes, inventors, explorers, and adventurers. These books are ideal for first and second graders interested in history or who need reliable sources for school book reports. | Holiday House |
| OS_642F19358DA3FA00B5278491 | A Tree is Growing | Arthur Dorros | ||
| 9780789473752 | Abraham Lincoln | Justine Fontes, Ron Fontes | A biography of Abraham Lincoln emphasizing his roles of lawyer, president, and legend. | DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley) |
| 9780395942857 | Addie's Bad Day | Joan Robins | When Addie gets a haircut she hates, she is too embarrassed to come to her friend Max's birthday party. | |
| 9781338160192 | After-School Sports Club Let's Go Skating! | Alyson Heller | ||
| 9780743905794 | All About Light and Sound | Connie Jankowski | Explains the importance of light and sound in the universe and describes what scientists have found out about them. | Teacher Created Materials |
| 9780439585620 | All You Need for a Snowman | Alice Schertle | Lists everything that one needs to build the perfect snowman, from the very first snowflake that falls. | |
| 9780545093323 | Amazing Animals of the Rainforest | Tracey West | Rainforests cover approximately 6% of the earth's surface, yet are thought to contain over half of the world's animals and ants! This amazing ecosystem sets the stage for some of the most exotic wildlife on Planet Earth. From the frozen waters of the mangrove forests, to the forest canopy of the Amazon, this book explores the rainforest layer-by-layer; detailing the nimals that inhabit each space. Packed with facts and photos, it's the perfect introduction to this complex habitat. | Scholastic Inc. |
| 9781601152527 | Amazing Eggs | Fran Hodgkins, Wendy Smith | Learn about how some animals begin their lives by hatching out of an egg. | Treasure Bay Incorporated |
| 9780806984391 | Amazing Math Puzzles | Adam Hart-Davis | Number puzzles can be fun, but they also can burn up your brain cells--especially the 82 tantalizing math puzzlers found in this intriguing volume. Try them as party dares or make stump-your-friends bets. | |
| OS_642F120BE90E9500B5E398AB | Animals Almanac | National Geographic Kids |