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125 Pet Rescues: From Pound to Palace: Homeless Pets Made Happy
National Geographic Kids · National Geographic Kids
Pages: 112
Format: Print book
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This is a collection of hilarious and heartwarming stories of dogs, cats, and all types of pets given a second chance, and the human animal lovers who rescued them. From the dog who saved her owner from a fire, to the cat that plays the piano, to the cow that thinks it's a dog, discover... |
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DK Eyewitness Books: Insect (Library Edition)
Dorling Kindersley, Inc. · DK Children
Pages: 72
Format: Hardcover
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A visual and informative guide to the numerous crawly creatures on Earth, now revised and updated in the relaunched DK Eyewitness Books format.Get up close and personal and be an eyewitness to some of the most successful, adaptable, and numerous crawly creatures on the planet with DK Eyewitness... |
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A Stand for Independence
VALERIE TRIPP · AMER GIRL
Pages: 176
Format: Print book
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When Felicity overhears a plot against the colonists, no one believes her but Ben, her father's apprentice. So the two risk great danger to warn the colonists themselves. Soon afterward, Felicity finds a secret note from Ben. He has run away to join George Washington's army, and he is injured.... |
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Battlesong
Lian Tanner · Feiwel & Friends
Pages: 293
Format: Hardcover
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The thrilling conclusion to the Icebreaker trilogy, an acclaimed middle-grade fantasy-adventure from Lian Tanner.Gwin is a Fetcher. With her papa and twin brother, Nat, she travels West Norn, bringing joy to its downtrodden people through song and story. But ever since Mama died, it's been... |
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Bulldogs, Poodles, Dalmatians, and Other Non-Sporting Dogs
Tammy Gagne · Capstone Press
Pages: 32
Format: Print book
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Bulldogs cant swim. Dalmatians are born without spots. Learn all about the characteristics of non-sporting dog breeds and much more! Packed with amazing photographs and fun facts, dog owners and fans will get an in-depth look at these diverse canines. |
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The Black Death: Bubonic Plague Attacks Europe
Emily Jankowski Mahoney · Lucent Press
Pages: 104
Format: Print book
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The Bubonic Plague terrorized Europe and North Africa in the 14th century, killing millions of people. Readers learn many fascinating facts about what became known as the Black Death. They discover that the cause of the disease was unknown for most of the epidemic, and many unlikely things... |
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Olympic Records
Thomas K Adamson · Blastoff! Discovery
Pages: 32
Format: Library Binding
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Usain Bolt sprints past the competition at the 2012 Olympic Games. As he crosses the finish line, the worlds fastest human sets a new Olympic record! Bolts accomplishment is one of many incredible athletic feats highlighted in this informative book about Olympic records. |
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The Epic Adventures of Odysseus: An Interactive Mythological Adventure
B A Hoena · Capstone Press
Pages: 112
Format: Print book
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You are the mighty Greek hero Odysseus. The Trojan War has made you a hero. But now you must return home to your island of Ithaca. The journey back will not be easy. Deadly sea monsters, cunning witches, and giant Cyclopes stand in your way. Do you have what it takes to survive and make... |
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Holidays Around the World: Celebrate Passover: With Matzah, Maror, and Memories
Deborah Heiligman · National Geographic Society
Pages: 32
Format: Library Binding
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The most celebrated holiday in the Jewish year, Passover commemorates the Exodus of Hebrew slaves from Egypt to freedom over 3,500 years ago. This colorful book explores the many forms that this weeklong celebration takes worldwide. Deborah Heiligman's rich text details the long... |
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Horseback Riding
Diane Bailey · Mason Crest
Pages: 48
Format: Print book
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Horse lovers already know the thrill of mounting up and seeing the sights from the back of a horse. This book helps you learn more about this sport so that you can give it a try, too! Riding a horse is a great way to explore new trails and vistas, plus its fun to create a relationship with... |
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Forensics
C M Johnson · Full Tilt Press
Pages: 48
Format: Library Binding
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How does science help solve crimes? In Forensics, part of Full Tilt's Origins: Whodunnit series, readers will consider fingerprints, DNA, autopsy, and the CSI Effect as they examine how crimes are committed and solved. |
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The Super Life of Ben Braver
Marcus Emerson · Roaring Brook Press
Pages: 320
Format: Hardcover
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Packed with black-and-white art and comic strips throughout, The Super Life of Ben Braver is the first book in a hilarious adventure series about the greatness that lies within any middle schooler who dreams big from Marcus Emerson, the author of the smash hit Diary of a 6th Grade Ninja... |
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Pip Bartlett's Guide to Unicorn Training
Maggie Stiefvater · Scholastic Press
Pages: 190
Format: Hardcover
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Some things Pip and Tomas will find when dealing with unicorns: SHOW-OFFS STAMPEDES MYSTERYA UNICORN WHO'S AFRAID OF EVERYTHING Some things Pip and Tomas will not find when dealing with unicorns: PEACE AND QUIET Pip Bartlett has a way with magical creatures. But even she's challenged by Regent... |
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Daring Heists: Real Tales of Sensational Robberies and Robbers
Tom McCarthy · Nomad Press
Pages: 106
Format: Hardcover
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Stolen artwork, an adrenaline-driven train robbery, and brilliant masters of thievery await in Daring Heists: Real Tales of Sensational Robberies and Robbers for readers ages 9 to 12. This is the third book in the new Mystery & Mayhem series, which features true tales that whet kids'... |
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Identity and Gender
Charlie Ogden · Crabtree Publishing Company
Pages: 32
Format: Hardcover
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This empowering book talks about how family, culture, and values shape our identities and that it is important to be happy with who you are. Identities are the ways that people think about and see themselves. Gender often makes up a large part of our identity. Whether male or female, a person's... |
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