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Author
Publisher
Sky Pony Press
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Description
"Brawl Stars is one of the latest real-time multiplayer gaming phenomena to captivate players all over the world. Players team up in threes to navigate mazes, shoot at enemies, and collect colorful gem stones. In order to triumph, players must react quickly, aim precisely, and develop strategy to perform well in each three-minute match. To keep the game interesting, Brawl Stars offers several unique game play modes, each focusing on a different primary...
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
"Space: a visual encyclopedia reveals everything you need to know about the universe. Over 800 stunning images combine with illuminating descriptions to transport you to the depths of space. Discover dramatic solar storms, supermassive black holes, and hurtling comets on this dazzling journey through the universe. Learn about the race to launch tourist into space, witness the historic first steps of record-breaking astronauts, see inside the Hubble...
Author
Series
Chronicle of the dark star volume 2
Publisher
Walden Pond Press an imprint of HarperCollins Publishers
Pub. Date
2019.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.6 - AR Pts: 13
Language
English
Description
"It is Earth year 2223, but the Earth, along with the entire solar system, is gone. Liam and Phoebe, having barely escaped with their lives, are in statis for the decade-long journey to the rogue planet Delphi, where they hope to meet up with the the rest of the human refugees. Phoebe, however, is carrying a secret that finds her waking up at various points in their journey, changing their path through space. A secret that will decide the fate of...
Author
Publisher
Philomel Books
Pub. Date
2019.
Language
English
Description
Collects four stories about a boy who loves stars, tries to help a lonely penguin, assists a Martian when both are stranded on the moon, and provides support when his penguin friend decides to fly. Includes preliminary sketches and notes that led to the completion of each book.
Author
Publisher
Simon Spotlight
Pub. Date
2017.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 6.2 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"Did you know that comets are sometimes called "hairy stars?" Or that if you saw a sunset on the moon, the sun would look white because the moon doesn't have an atmosphere? You'll learn this and much more as you become an expert on the objects in the sky"--Publisher.
89) Space
Author
Series
Publisher
Cottage Door Press, LLC
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
Your little one is full of wonder! Especially about swirling, whirling, starry, VAST space! Help your baby or toddler discover and understand our solar system, stars, planets, the sun and moon, and how important they all are to our world. Children who learn about the world around us grow up to care about our world. So go outside, stare up at the beautiful night sky, and dare to wonder about what's out in our universe and beyond. Space is wonderful!...
Author
Publisher
Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers
Pub. Date
[2019]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.5 - AR Pts: 10
Language
English
Description
Twelve-year-old Luna, who is recovering from a disfiguring car accident, is inspired to heal by two magical neighbors who take her up to the heavens to sweep the moon and stars.
92) Fire star
Author
Series
Last dragon chronicles volume 3
Publisher
Orchard Books
Pub. Date
2005
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.8 - AR Pts: 12
Language
English
Description
While on a research trip to the Arctic, Chris begins writing a story about bears, dragons and a mysterious fire star, only to realize that his tale is coming alive and is populated by an old adversary out to destroy his world forever.
Publisher
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Pub. Date
[2016]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"George loves summer nights in the country--that's where he does his best stargazing. When his friend Bill says that nobody knows how many stars there are, George is determined to count! But how will he keep track? Come along as George learns all about stars, constellations, and the night sky"--Publisher.
Author
Publisher
Candlewick Press
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"Joe is starstruck, determined to find his way up, up, up to the magical lights in the night sky. "In your dreams!" his pals say. But when Joe and his dad put their heads and hearts together, there's no stopping them. Together they climb ladders, construct towers, and launch rockets in a tireless quest to reach the unreachable. Airy and playful, Gill Smith's dynamic illustrations perfectly complement David Almond's ebullient tale of sky-high courage--and...
98) Star party
Author
Publisher
Minnesota Historical Society Press
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
From a little cabin on the edge of the wilderness, Grandma and Grandpa invite Nora to her first Star Party. This mysterious celebration happens after dark. Nora wonders: Can I wear pajamas? Will there be snacks? As Grandma leads the way on the forest trail, Nora discovers the wonders of the north woods at night. There are flying squirrels, calling loons, and hooting owls. But when Nora and Grandpa step onto the dock, she finds that the most dazzling...
Author
Publisher
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Pub. Date
[2020]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.3 - AR Pts: 12
Language
English
Description
Abandoned as a baby in a forest to be eaten by Shadow Creatures, twelve-year-old Bo and his pet fox embark on a quest to return the wish-granting Stars to the Ulvian sky before the Shadow Witch can steal the star magic.
Author
Publisher
Cincotintas
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Hace miles de años, la humanidad alzó la mirada al cielo y vio grupos de estrellas que se podían conectar con líneas imaginarias para dibujar imágenes. Esas estrellas recibieron el nombre de dioses, animales y aonjetos, y las historias que se narraban acerca de ellas fueron pasando de generación en generación. Se han usado para navegar, para predecir las cosechas y para marcar las esaciones. Estos conjuntos de estrellas se llaman constelaciones...
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