Patricia Cornett's Library
Moore Magnet Elementary
| ISBN | Title | Author | Description | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9780590227155 | Even Steven and Odd Todd | Scholastic | ||
| 9780525429951 | Extraordinary Jane | Hannah E. Harrison | "Jane the dog doesn't have a unique talent in the circus like the rest of her family, until the ringmaster discovers what is truly special about her"--Provided by publisher. | Dial Books for Young Readers |
| 9781338826944 | Eyes that Kiss in the Corners | Joanna Ho | "A young Asian girl notices that her eyes look different from her peers'. They have big, round eyes and long lashes. She realizes that her eyes are like her mother's, her grandmother's, and her little sister's. They have eyes that kiss in the corners and glow like warm tea, crinkle into crescent moons, and are filled with stories of the past and hope for the future. Drawing from the strength of these powerful women in her life, she recognizes her own beauty and discovers a path to self love and empowerment. This powerful, poetic picture book will resonate with readers of all ages and is a celebration of diversity."--Provided by publisher. | |
| 9780064451499 | Falcons Nest on Skyscrapers | Priscilla Belz Jenkins | Not only can falcons dive at 200 miles per hour and build nests atop skyscrapers, but the peregrine falcon has fought its way back from near extinction in parts of the United States. With a ban on DDT and the help of dedicated ornithologists, the peregrine has made a phenomenal comeback. This book tells the inspiring story of Scarlett, a peregrine falcon who lived on a Baltimore skyscraper. It also includes a list of the best places to falcon-watch. | HarperCollins |
| 9780823403851 | Fin M'coul | Tomie dePaola | When the fiercest giant in all of Ireland comes knocking at his door, what can peaceful Fin M'Coul do to escape him? An ALA Notable Book, by the bestselling author-illustrator of Strega Nona, Quiet, and many more. Fin M'Coul lives atop windy Knockmany Hill, and spends his days with the other giants of Ireland, moving huge stones to build a causeway to Scotland. But one morning, he hears a rumor that Cucullin, the strongest giant in the land, is coming to find and fight him. Fleeing home, Fin tells his wife of his worries. But clever Oonagh the giantess has a plan— with her wits and her skills and her magic charms, she sets out to trick Cucullin and save her husband. Full of humor and charm, Tomie dePaola's retelling of this classic fable is boldly illustrated, with detailed borders based on ancient Irish metalwork. | National Geographic Books |
| 9781949474497 | Fiona Flamingo | Rachael Chu | Follow Fiona through her emotion and multi-color feather filled day as she learns to accept being different from the rest of her flamingo flock. | |
| 9780689710551 | Fireflies | Julie Brinckloe | Fireflies is Julie Brinckloe's "reflects a classic theme in children's literature—the need to set something free in order to keep it." (The Horn Book) A young boy is proud of having caught a jar full of fireflies, which seems to him like owning a piece of moonlight, but as the light begins to dim he realizes he must set the insects free or they will die. | Aladdin |
| 9780545102025 | First Day Jitters | Julie Danneberg | Sarah is afraid to start at a new school, but both she and the reader are in for a surprise when she gets to her class. | |
| 9780807524527 | First Peas to the Table | Susan Grigsby | how Thomas Jefferson inspired a school garden | Albert Whitman & Co. |
| 9781405430661 | Flags of the World | Martin Cater | This comprehensive collection has 368 color flags, that include national, state, and provincial flags, 17 color locator maps and a world map quick reference. Includes information about the flag's ratio, the date it was adopted, the capital city, population and currency of the country to which it belongs. Also includes a brief description of what each flag stands for and provides an insight into its history. | |
| 9780062386618 | Flood Warning | Katharine Kenah | You are lying in bed listening to the soft sound of rain. It has been coming down for hours. Now something is changing. The rain sounds harder and louder, and there is water running down the road, which looks like a small river. What is happening? You are hearing and seeing the start of a flood. Read and find out about the different kinds of floods, how they start, and how to stay safe. With colorful illustrations from Amy Schimler-Safford and engaging text from Katharine Kenah, Flood Warning is a fascinating look into a dangerous natural disaster. Featuring rich vocabulary bolded throughout the text, this book also includes a Find-Out-More section with instructions on how to make a rain gauge and an infographic about saving water at home. Both the text and the artwork were vetted for accuracy by Dr. Christopher Kenah, Geologist, Division of Drinking and Ground Waters, Ohio Environmental Protection Agency. This is a Level 2 Let’s-Read-and-Find-Out Science title, which means the book explores more challenging concepts for children in the primary grades and supports the Common Core Learning Standards, Next Generation Science Standards, and the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) standards. Let’s-Read-and-Find-Out is the winner of the American Association for the Advancement of Science/Subaru Science Books & Films Prize for Outstanding Science Series. | HarperCollins |
| 9780679819974 | Follow the Drinking Gourd | Winter, Jeanette | Dragonfly Books | |
| 9780439203814 | Franklin and Harriet | Paulette Bourgeois, Brenda Clark | Franklin loves his toddler sister, Harriet, and enjoys spending time with her, even when she is stinky, but when Harriet claims Sam, his favorite stuffed animal, for herself, Franklin isn't sure how to handle it. Simultaneous. | |
| 9780590026352 | Franklin and the Thunderstorm | Paulette Bourgeois, Brenda Clark | As a thunderstorm approaches, Franklin's friends help him cope with his fear of stormy weather. Full color. | New York ; Toronto : Scholastic |
| 9780439083690 | Franklin's Neighborhood | Sharon Jennings, Paulette Bourgeois | For a school project, Franklin is asked to draw a picture of what he likes best about his neighborhood. | Scholastic |
| 9781479519521 | Frankly, I Never Wanted to Kiss Anybody! | Nancy Loewen | Introduces the concept of point of view through the prince's retelling of the classic fairy tale "The Frog Prince" -- | Capstone |
| 9781479586288 | Frankly, I'd Rather Spin Myself a New Name! | Jessica Gunderson | A retelling of the classic fairy tale from the point of view of Rumpelstiltskin, who spins straw into gold (for cash payments), but really dreams of having a son to raise. | Capstone Classroom |
| 9780689878299 | Freedom Summer | Deborah Wiles | John Henry swims better than anyone I know. He crawls like a catfish, blows bubbles like a swamp monster, but he doesn't swim in the town pool with me. He's not allowed. Joe and John Henry are a lot alike. They both like shooting marbles, they both want to be firemen, and they both love to swim. But there's one important way they're different: Joe is white and John Henry is black, and in the South in 1964, that means John Henry isn't allowed to do everything his best friend is. Then a law is passed that forbids segregation and opens the town pool to everyone. Joe and John Henry are so excited they race each other there...only to discover that it takes more than a new law to change people's hearts. | Aladdin |
| 9780060786984 | Frog and Toad All Year Book and Cd (I Can Read Book 2) | Arnold Lobel | HarperFestival | |
| 9780064440219 | Frog and Toad Together | Arnold Lobel | Best Friends Frog and Toad are always together. Here are five wonderful stories about flowers, cookies, bravery, dreams, and, most of all, friendship. | HarperCollins |