Otis Frampton
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The Flash works hard to protect Central City, helping people in need. He is grateful for the awesome teamwork of the Justice League. His super speed makes him a super hero, but being kind and compassionate makes him a great friend. The Flash is caring! Readers can explore what is means to be caring in this book, which used terms from the Six Pillars of Character Education framework.
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Batman is reliable, always working to protect Gotham City. He is loyal to his friends like Robin, always watching his back. He is courageous when he fights against villains like the Joker. Batman is trustworthy! Using terms and ideas from the Six Pillars of Character framework, this book on trustworthiness supports school character education programs, while exciting readers with vivid illustrations of one of their favorite super heroes.
23) Aquaman Is Fair
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Aquaman is open-minded and listens to others. He can communicate with sea animals. Fighting with the other Justice League members, he plays by the rules. He even treats villains like King Shark with fairness. Aquaman is fair! In this bright picture book, fairness is explored with DC Super Heroes and terminology from the Six Pillars of Character framework.
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With everything he does, Superman works to make Metropolis a better community. He respects the city's mayor and police and fire departments, working alongside them to fight against super villains like Lex Luthor. And as his alter ego, reporter Clark Kent, he's one of the city's most informed residents. Superman is a good citizen! Readers can learn more about what it takes to be a good citizen with DC Super Heroes and terminology from the Six Pillars...
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Wonder Woman is grateful for her Lasso of Truth, which helps her defeat her enemies. When she works to stop the villain Circe, she tries to find a peaceful solution, putting safety first. And when she partners with Batgirl and Supergirl, she appreciates their ideas and talents. Wonder Woman is respectful! DC Super Heroes and bright illustrations bring the terms and ideas from the Six Pillars of Character Education to life in this picture book all...
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When Green Lantern recites his oath, he promises to do his best. He practices self-control and uses his power ring only when necessary. He is diligent and perseveres in his fight against villains like Star Sapphire and Sinestro. Green Lantern is responsible! The idea of responsibility is explored using terms and ideas from the Six Pillars of Character Education and a glossary provides additional reader support.
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Step back in time for a prehistoric adventure! Eager, young velociraptor Mateo Raptor has made an interesting find during his class's archaeological dig. He presents the odd, rectangular object to his uncle, Dr. Raptor, an ambitious scientist. Inside the shiny slab is a clue about the destiny of long-lost, world-famous scientist Ernie Stegosaur. This find leads Mateo, Dr. Raptor, and the doctor's lab assistant, Darby, on a fascinating journey into...
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Mr. and Mrs. Mantis are out looking for food when they come across an egg. They know it will be a caterpillar soon, so they bring it home and wait for it to hatch. But when the caterpillar emerges, they are in for a surprise! The speedy red critter zooms away at high speed. The Mantises try to chase down their dinner, as more and more creatures set their sights on eating the nimble Ginger-Red Caterpillar. You've never experienced the story of "The...
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Dedbert is a student at Underworld Elementary, a school for kids who have died in outrageously wacky ways. Unfortunately, Dedbert doesn't fit into any of the school's necro niches. He died flushing himself down the toilet, and now he's the butt of all butt jokes. Then one day, a new student, Skully, arrives. And guess what? She's Dedbert's death twin. They died in the exact same way! These two quickly become friends, and discover that they truly are...
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Beauty is sailing the ocean when pirates attack and her dad is thrown overboard. Just as he sinks beneath the waves, something horrible rises--a kraken! Without hesitation, Beauty makes a deal to become the giant squid's prisoner if it rescues her dad. But as Beauty explores the island she's now marooned on, the girl discovers secret treasure that may hold the key to saving herself . . . and the sea beast. Experience Jeanne-Marie Leprince de Beaumont's...
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In Atlantis, there's no one taller or mightier than the merman Paul Bunyan. At only twelve years old, he's already dragged the city away from an underwater volcano and cleared a deep-sea forest of human garbage to save a baby blue whale. But now the towering hero has come face-to-face with a danger as big as him--mega sharks! Can Paul use his massive size and his enormous smarts to save the day? In this Far Out Folktale, the legend of America's famous...
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Animals in Barnyard Meadows are glued to their phones. But Little Red Hen doesn't just want to watch internet videos. She wants to make them too! Unfortunately, her friends aren't eager to put in the hard work of creating an online baking show. When each step of the process reveals the wild side of their quiet town, will Red's friends realize all the fun they're missing, and can the hen become a video star? In this Far Out Fables adventure, "The Little...
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There once was an ugly duckling... who was actually a baby dinosaur! A dino egg tumbled through a time vortex into a duck nest, but it's clear the hatchling Rex doesn't fit in with his duckling family. So the lost dino leaves the nest on a quest to find his place among the barnyard animals. Will Rex ever find where he truly belongs? In this Far Out Fables adventure, Hans Christian Andersen's The Ugly Duckling receives a playful, modern twist. Experience...
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Tall tales get even taller in Far Out Folktales, a wild full-color comic book for kids! In this collection, the stories of four American legends are twisted about and turned inside out with spins that young readers will love. Dive into the underwater adventures of Paul Bunyan the merman and Babe the Blue Whale. Ride with Pecos Bill as he wrangles Chupacabras and other mythical critters. Watch the mighty elf John Henry swing his hammer in the magical...
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Timeless tales get a wildly fun update in Far Out Fables! These action-packed graphic novels retell famous literature with a modern twist that'll hook young readers. Follow along as the Ugly Dino Hatchling finds its way in the world. Discover what happens when Chicken Little attempts to save the moon base . . . and more! Bonus back matter extras also introduce children to the original story. Experience age-old favorites like never before with this...
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What do you get when classic fairy tales are twisted about, turned inside out, and reworked for the graphic novel format? Far Out Fairy Tales! Discover what Snow White would be like if she were raised by robots. Find out how Cinderella's story plays out when she walks the path of the ninja. Play along when three billy goats named Gruff get stuck inside a video game. Chase down the Big Bad Wolf with the help of a superpowered Red Riding Hood! Each...
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Capstone
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2020
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What do you get when classic fairy tales are twisted about, turned inside out, and reworked for the graphic novel format? Far Out Fairy Tales! Discover what Snow White would be like if she were raised by robots. Find out how Cinderella's story plays out when she walks the path of the ninja. Play along when three billy goats named Gruff get stuck inside a video game. Chase down the Big Bad Wolf with the help of a superpowered Red Riding Hood! Each...