Books with author Anastasia A

In Avalanches, readers will learn about the different conditions that can trigger an avalanche and the warning signs to ensure safety. This title will allow students to track historical facts and future improvements while gauging their understanding with a variety of reading comprehension tools. The Devastating Disasters series captures readers' attention with captivating photographs, descriptions, and factoids of catastrophes ranging from technology failure to destructive weather. Each 48-page book features engaging before- and after-reading sections that prompt readers to understand the impact these events have on society and the environment.

Friendship is the dominant theme in the story of “Little Fairy Dora-Li and Witch Ciumfi”. It is a tale for people of all ages and depicts a universe populated with large and small fairies, elves, gnomes, witches and all kinds of magical creatures with super powers, some of which are frightening, some less so.The evil Ciumfi, a witch who has power over weeds, thistles and darkness, is driven by great ambitions and devises her plans accordingly. She wants to destroy the world of flowers and the forest with all its creatures to expand her kingdom of weeds and thistles and create a world of darkness and nothingness. She succeeds in taking the little fairy Dora-Li prisoner, using a spell known only to herself, and intends to transform her into an obedient and devoted apprentice.An entire army of Good and Light is formed to search for and save the little prisoner. It is an army composed of the most unusual allies and headed by elf Miriam.What is fascinating about their intervention is that they are a collection of magical creatures, both novel and original, who descend from rich Romanian mythology. They include Sarsir, the Great White Snake; Dafnius, the Spirit of the Forest; and old Long-Beard, the leader of the dwarves. Old and young, the entire population of the forest, including its animals, birds and insects, search for clues to solve the mystery behind Dora-Li’s disappearance.The story celebrates their triumph in finding the little fairy and in saving their world from Ciumfi and her evil plans.

Outdoor exercise and exploration are essential for young children. Go Find It is both a counting book and a scavenger hunt designed to ignite adventure and get kids active! Head to your nearest park, playground, or even your own backyard and don't forget to pack your sense of adventure. Small children will be amazed at what they find, even in familiar settings. This book begins with a short letter "to the big people" to give a few quick tips, then it launches into a bright and captivating picture book format. Go Find It is small enough to slip into a backpack or suitcase for vacation adventures. Every time you read it, the results will be different and that's part of the fun.The story is set in OpenDyslexic, a special fontdesigned to help people with dyslexia.

Brie Alexander is just an average teenage girl. Only she's not so average. She's an orphaned juvenile delinquent who has spent the last 2 years in a juvenile detention center. But now she's been released and sent to a new school where she must adapt to her new surroundings and try to make new friends. This could be a good thing, This is her second chance to become more than just another misunderstood kid who's been cast aside by society. But there's something strange about the school. Suddenly she's being plagued by recurring nightmares and forced to face some of her deepest and darkest secrets. But things really get dicey when she witnesses a teacher poisoning a student. Seriously, who's going to believe a girl with a history like hers? As she sets out to save her friends life she is confronted with the biggest skeleton in her closet. Will she be able save him? Or will the truth of her troubled past get in her way?

Where do bicycles come from? Bicycles don’t grow on trees or in the ground, they are created with the help of many people. From the designer who draws out the bike plans, to the assembly worker who puts the parts together, to the shop owner who sells the bike. There are many steps in place to make sure you get a well-constructed bicycle to ride. Filled with photographs with captions, informational sidebars, and simple, sequenced text, children with see the importance of each step of the process. This title allows students to describe the relationship between the illustrations and the text.

Do you spend hours tinkering with projects? Do you also love listening to and collecting music? So did inventor Tony Fadell. He combined two of his passions to create the iPod, the world's most popular music player. Even as a child, Fadell was curious about how things worked. He invented a new processor for his computer and sold it to Apple when he was still a teenager! Years later, Apple reached out to Fadell to create an iPod prototype, and he helped lead the team that revolutionized portable music players. How did he go from a curious kid to an innovator in electronics? Read on to find out about his brilliant ideas and remarkable career.

Explore the mountainous terrain found in nine states in the U.S. The Mountain Regions takes travelers across the various climates to explore the history, indigenous peoples, animals and habitats. Mountains span from Canada to Mexico and includes volcanoes, deserts, and glaciers! From Yellowstone National Park to Mount St. Helens to the Rocky Mountains, you’ll want to grab your hiking boots and adventure through this gorgeous region of the United States. This book will allow students to determine the main idea of a text; recount the key details and explain how they support the main idea.

This book puts the Gulf region in the spotlight by describing this region’s history, climate, animals and habitats. Through beautiful photographs you will take a trip along the Gulf stopping at New Orleans, eastern Texas, and Florida, learning why this area was of great value to the Spanish and French. People come to the Gulf for the warm weather. With swamps, lagoons, bays, and ocean you better grab your swimsuit while you travel this sunny region of the United States. This book will allow students to ask and answer questions to demonstrate understanding of a text, referring explicitly to the text as the basis for the answers.