Johanna Jones' Library
Minglewood Elementary
| ISBN | Title | Author | Description | Publisher |
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| 9781536202946 | A Bus Called Heaven | Bob Graham | “In a story where every turn is possible, if improbable, Graham makes readers believe. High hopes and busy, vibrant artwork . . . will entice children.” — Booklist (starred review) One morning in front of Stella’s house, an abandoned bus appears, looking sad as a whale on a beach. On its front, held up with packing tape, is a hand-painted sign that says Heaven. Right away, the bus brings change to Stella’s street when people stop to talk about it instead of rushing by. “This bus could be ours,” Stella declares. With a master’s eye for finding the magic in the mundane, Bob Graham creates an encouraging story about community — a whimsical tale about neighbors of all ages and stripes coming together, and about one little girl who comes into her own. | National Geographic Books |
| 9781570915697 | Ace Lacewing: Bug Detective | David Biedrzycki | Aided by his friends, Ace Lacewing, Bug Detective, sets out on the trail of kidnappers who took Queenie Bee. | Charlesbridge |
| 9780689711992 | Alexander, Who Used to Be Rich Last Sunday | Judith Viorst | Although Alexander and his money are quickly parted, he comes to realize all the things that can be done with a dollar. | Simon and Schuster |
| 9780375975813 | And to Think that I Saw It on Mulberry Street | Dr. Seuss | A little boy imagines the amazing things he'll see as he walks down Mulberry Street. | |
| 9780689845093 | Bear Wants More | Karma Wilson | When springtime comes, in his warm winter den a bear wakes up very hungry and thin!..." Bear finds some roots to eat, but that's not enough. He wants more! With his friends' help, he finds some berries, clover, and fish to eat, but that's not enough. Bear wants more! How Bear's friends help him to finally satisfy his HUGE hunger in a most surprising way will enchant young readers. Karma Wilson's rhythmic text and Jane Chapman's vibrant illustrations make Bear Wants More a perfect springtime read-aloud. | Margaret K. McElderry Books |
| 9780140567502 | Bunny Money | Rosemary Wells | A tale of funny bunny money for Rosemary Wells's bestselling Max and Ruby! It's Grandma's birthday, and Ruby knows exactly what Grandma would love-a beautiful ballerina box. Max also knows what she'd love-a scary pair of ooey-gooey vampire teeth. Ruby has saved up a walletful of bills, but as unexpected mishap after mishap occurs, money starts running through the bunnies' fingers.... Will they have enough left for the perfect present? Wells' adorable story is also a fun and lively introduction to early math. | Puffin Books |
| 9781404803879 | Catching Sunlight | Susan Blackaby | Dazzling artwork, captivating text, and fascinating facts combine to teach children all about the growing things that make our world beautiful. | Capstone |
| 9780590100571 | Common Ground | Molly Bang | Imagines a village in which there are too many people consuming shared resources and discusses the challenge of handling our world's environment safely. | |
| 9780547010373 | Duck & Goose, Read Aloud Level K Unit 4 Book 20 | Tad Hills | Part of a 31 book set of Kindergarten readers. | Houghton Mifflin School |
| 9781580890618 | First Day Jitters | Julie Danneberg | Everyone knows that sinking feeling in the pit of the stomach just before diving into a new situation. Sarah Jane Hartwell is scared and doesn't want to start over at a new school. She doesn't know anybody, and nobody knows her. It will be awful. She just knows it. With much prodding from Mr. Hartwell, Sarah Jane reluctantly pulls herself together and goes to school. She is quickly befriended by Mrs. Burton, who helps smooth her jittery transition. This charming and familiar story will delight readers with its surprise ending. Fun, energetic illustrations brighten page after page with the busy antics surrounding Sarah Jane. FIRST DAY JITTERS is an enchanting story that is sure to be treasured by anyone who has ever anticipated a first day of school. | Charlesbridge Publishing |
| 9780816769759 | First Day of Kindergarten | Kim J. Jackson | Although she is a little apprehensive at first, Cindy enjoys her first day at school. | |
| 9781596432727 | First the Egg | Laura Vaccaro Seeger | A picture book about transformations: from egg to chicken, from seed to flower, from word to story, and more. | Macmillan |
| 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 |
| 9780802788832 | Four Seasons Make a Year | Anne Rockwell | Each season brings new surprises and discoveries. In the spring, leaves sprout, showers come, and it's time for planting. Bees buzz and roses bloom as summer arrives. The fall turns pumpkins orange and leaves red and gold, and the wind grows cold. In wintertime, snow twirls down, and the flames in the fireplace leap and glow. Next year, it will all happen again, but it will be a little different, too. Everything is always growing and changing on a farm. Beloved author Anne Rockwell takes young readers through the year. Megan Halsey's charming collage illustrations are the perfect complement to this delightful introduction to the wonders of the seasons. | Walker Childrens |
| 9780394800387 | Fox in Socks | Dr. Seuss | Fox in Socks celebrates 50 years of troubling tongues This classic Beginner Book by Dr. Seuss features silly tongue twisters that will have young readers--and their parents--giggling with glee. When a fox in socks meets Knox in a box, hilarity ensues. Add chicks with bricks and blocks and clocks and you're sure to get your words twisted and lips locked With his unmistakable gift for rhyme, Dr. Seuss creates a hysterical and energetic way for beginning readers to dive into the joy of reading. This book comes with the following warning: "This is a book you READ ALOUD to find out just how smart your tongue is. The first time you read it, don't go fast This Fox is a tricky fox. He'll try to get your tongue in trouble." Available for a limited time only with a peel-off 50th Anniversary Edition sticker on the cover, this is an ideal gift for the holidays, birthdays, and happy occasions of all kinds that the whole family will enjoy. | Random House Books for Young Readers |
| 9781621575085 | Freddy the Frogcaster | Janice Dean | Freddy the Frogcaster loves learning about the weather, and he’s known for having the best predictions in town. But what happens when the town picnic is almost ruined by a storm that catches the local frogcaster by surprise? Freddy has to step in to save the day! Well-known Fox News broadcast meteorologist Janice Dean pens this exciting and hilarious tale about an aspiring weathercaster who can’t keep his eyes off the sky. Children and adults will love the charming frog world Freddy lives in and the fun science lessons he shares. (With an activities section in the back.) | Regnery Kids |
| 9781621574705 | Freddy the Frogcaster and the Flash Flood | Janice Dean | Freddy the Frogcaster and his friends are hoping for rain. Their town of Lilypad is dry, and plants and trees are brown because of a terrible drought. Freddy gets excited as he sees a storm coming that could bring water to thirsty trees and grass. He leaps into action to warn everyone to "be prepared!" Suddenly there’s a change in the forecast that could affect everyone’s plans—and make Freddy wonder if he’s meant to be a frogcaster. Sometimes valuable life lessons can be learned from making mistakes. Once again, award-winning meteorologist Janice Dean introduces young readers to different weather conditions and gives valuable information to help them understand and avoid dangerous weather situations. The fifth title in this series, Freddy the Frogcaster and the Flash Flood, explains droughts, storms, floods, and flash floods, and encourages kids of all ages to be weather ready, just like our friend Freddy! | Regnery Kids |
| 9781621574699 | Freddy the Frogcaster and the Terrible Tornado | Janice Dean | Get ready for a whirlwind of adventure with Freddy the Frogcaster when a famous storm chaser visits Lilypad! In her fourth book, well-known meteorologist Janice Dean tackles some scary weather. Freddy the Frogcaster is faced with one of the most ferocious and devastating kinds of weather: the tornado. Young readers will learn all about how big storms occur and produce some of nature's most destructive weather. Chock-full of storm science lessons in the back, children and adults alike will learn valuable life-saving information. As Freddy reminds us, please be prepared and know what to do and where to go when the next bad storm comes your way! | Regnery Kids |
| 9780064440592 | Frog and Toad All Year | Arnold Lobel | Friends all year. In winter, spring, summer, and fall, Frog and Toad are always together. Here is a wise and wonderful story for each seasonof the year-and one for Christmas, too. | Harper Collins |