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Always Inventing: The Truestory Of Thomas Alva Edison
Frank Murphy, Dan Brown
Paperback (Cartwheel Books, Jan. 1, 1949)Learn about the fascinating life, from childhood on, of the great American inventor Thomas Alva Edison in this easy-to-read Level 3 Hello Reader.Starting in childhood, Thomas Alva Edison was full of curiosity (how did eggs hatch?) and always inventing (what science experiments could he do in the basement?) His interest in telegraphs helped him invent a transmitter to improve telephone communication, and his fascination with electricity led to the invention of the lightbulb--and networks of devices to send electricity throughout New York City. More than 1,000 of Edison's inventions, including the movie camera, movie projector, copy machine, and phonograph, have made our world a safer, brighter, and better place.
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Pizza Pizzazz!
Carol A. Losi, Jackie Snider, Marilyn Burns
Paperback (Scholastic, March 15, 2002)Mario the Pizza Man uses outrageous toppings and his knowledge of fractions to make perfect pizzas that can be divided up. Includes related math activities.
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Slip! Slide! Skate!
Gail Herman, Paige Billin-Frye
School & Library Binding (Turtleback Books: A Division of Sanval, Nov. 15, 2000)None
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Meet Tonka Joe
Gail Herman, Bob Berry
Paperback (Cartwheel Books, May 1, 2001)Tonka Joe makes sure his various vehicles, including the Fire Walker, Pulverizer, Flame Racer, Blizzard Rig, and Hazard Handler, are ready for any emergency. Original.
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It's Spring!
Samantha Berger, Pamela Chanko, Melissa Sweet
Paperback (Cartwheel Books, March 1, 2001)When spring arrives, a cast of forest animals, including a robin and a deer, jump and fly about to spread the word to all their friends. Original.
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Once Upon a Springtime
Jean Marzollo, Jacqueline Rogers
Paperback (Cartwheel Books, March 1, 1998)The four seasons and the changes they bring are observed through the eyes of a newborn deer in an enchanting, poetic tale for beginning readers. Original.
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Fraidy Cats
Stephen Krensky, Betsy Lewin
School & Library Binding (Topeka Bindery, Sept. 5, 1993)None
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What's My Job?
Lyn Calder, Alice Sharp, Paul Sharp
Paperback (Cartwheel Books, Oct. 1, 2000)Brief rhyming clues invite the reader to identify a variety of occupations.
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Bart's Amazing Charts
Dianne Ochiltree, Marilyn Burns, Martin Lemelman
Paperback (Scholastic Paperbacks, Jan. 1, 2001)Introduces young readers to the concept of charts and graphs as young Bart sets out to make an impressive presentation to his class about his favorite things. Original.
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Fluffy, The Secret Santa
Kate McMullan, Mavis Smith
Paperback (Scholastic Inc., Jan. 1, 1949)Who says pigs are selfish! Fluffy learns the value of giving in this humorous new tale about every classroom's favorite guinea pig.It is the Christmas season and everyone gets to be a Secret Santa - including Fluffy! But, is it better to give than to receive? Through hilarious circumstances, Fluffy learns that the act of giving can reap greater rewards than he ever thought possible.
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Two Messy Friends
Barbara Bottner
Paperback (Cartwheel Books, June 1, 1999)Grace and her best friend enjoy their time together because they do things so differently from one another, yet when they have a sleepover party one night, they realize they are not as different as they thought when their normal roles suddenly reverse. Original.
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Fluffy's School Bus Adventure
Kate McMullan
Hardcover (Scholastic Canada, Limited, Jan. 1, 2001)Indomitable Fluffy experiences a solo school bus ride, purple goo, a lollipop, glitter, and even a greasy bus engine, as he saves the day! When Jasmine forgets to bring Fluffy home with her for the weekend, the fun begins. On a school bus to Jasmine's house, Fluffy discovers purple goo, lollipops, and glitter, becoming Rock Star Fluffy! He even saves the day when the bus breaks down. By the time Fluffy arrives at Jasmine's doorstep, he's ready for dinner . . . and a bath! When Fluffy the guinea pig is accidentally put on the wrong school bus, he ends up having a wonderful time.
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