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On the Mound with ... Curt Schilling (Matt Christopher)
by Matt Christopher Glenn StoutA biography of Curt Schilling, star pitcher with the Arizona Diamondbacks.
Once Upon a Curse (Tales of the Frog Princess #3)
by E. D. Baker"The elements that make Baker's first two entries in this series so delightful are in full force here. Rich in details . . . irresistible and loaded with humor. [A] brilliantly created world of magic and mayhem."-VOYA"The characters are likable, the dialogue is snappy, and the story is warmhearted and appealing . . . Emma's third adventure invites readers on a vacation to a good-natured, generous-hearted imaginary land."-The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books
Only One of Me
by James BerryOnly One of Me is a stunning collection of the best-loved children's poems from award-winning poet James Berry, filled with warm and colourful memories of a Caribbean childhood, and featuring a new introduction by much-loved children's poet, John Agard. This new edition of James' definitive collection showcases the very best work from a poet who was instrumental in the British Caribbean poetry movement and who's words are just as relevant now as they were twenty years ago.
The Oracle Sequence: The Archon (The\oracle Sequence Ser. #53)
by Catherine FisherBreathtaking sequel to The Oracle, the Archon must face a journey of treachery and adventure across the pitiless desert in a bid to save his people ...The Archon vows to lead a pilgrimage to the Well of Songs to seek peace with the Rain Queen and save the land from the terrible drought. The Well is hidden in the mountains across the desert. But he is not the only one with his sight set on the mountains: Argelin, the tyrannical and power-hungry General, follows behind, an ever-present threat, with his heart set on the riches to be found.With only Oblek, Seth and two tomb-thieves known as the Jackal and the Fox for company, the Archon's journey is treacherous and dangerous. They must face the Great Desolation and the monstrous animals outlined on the desert floor, animals with mythical powers, and they must survive without Mirany, bearer-of-the-god and true friend of the Archon, who has had to remain behind to face a threat much closer to home ...
The Outcasts
by L.S. MatthewsIz and Joe never get to go on school trips, especially not residential ones. They don't mean to get themselves excluded, but still no one ever wants to take them. Mia isn't usually included in anything. She just doesn't see the world in the same way that other people do. Helen doesn't know if she'll be able to go on the trip. Her brothers and sisters often don't leave her any time to herself. And Chris wouldn't have gone, either, if he'd known what he was letting himself in for.This particular trip will take them further than any of them had imagined ...
Outstanding Women in Public Administration: Leaders, Mentors, and Pioneers
by Claire L. Felbinger Wendy A HaynesThis first-of-its-kind project documents the contributions of women in public administration. It contains eight research-based case studies on women who have contributed to the field - academics, government managers, and activists. The women profiled are not from a random sample - they were selected based on their contributions to the theory and practice of public service. Each chapter relates the life and work of each subject to the broad issues faced by today's public servants. The result is a book that is both instructive and inspirational, and that should be read by every aspiring public service practitioner.
Outstanding Women in Public Administration: Leaders, Mentors, and Pioneers
by Claire L. Felbinger Wendy A HaynesThis first-of-its-kind project documents the contributions of women in public administration. It contains eight research-based case studies on women who have contributed to the field - academics, government managers, and activists. The women profiled are not from a random sample - they were selected based on their contributions to the theory and practice of public service. Each chapter relates the life and work of each subject to the broad issues faced by today's public servants. The result is a book that is both instructive and inspirational, and that should be read by every aspiring public service practitioner.
Oven Chips For Tea
by Alex GutteridgeKatrina has always relied on her grandparents to provide stability in comparison with her rather volatile parents. Her grandad has coached her to be an excellent table tennis player and they have a close relationship. Following a serious stroke, Grandad seems to have changed a lot and family tension runs high. When Kat hears rumours about a split in the family, she assumes her argumentative parents are splitting up, but when it turns out to be her grandparents who are getting divorced, her world is turned on its head. Worse still, her beloved Grandad is moving to Spain. Despite her desperate and sometimes comical efforts Kat fails to keep Gramps in the country, and the divorce goes ahead. In the meantime, though, she discovers several other worthwhile and important relationships in her life. Though this book tackles a serious subject it is funny and upbeat with a twist that will catch readers by surprise.
Oxford Anthology Of Mystery Stories
by Dennis HamleyFrom creepy school computers to bungling bank robbers; from lost villages to deadly Christmas presents. . . Funny and serious, exciting and intriguing, here are fourteen wonderful new mystery stories to perplex and amaze you.
Oxford Reading Tree: Stories
by Roderick Hunt Alex BrychtaEnables children to practise phonics whilst learning to read. Each story in this illustrated work practises initial and final consonants, includes CVC words plus CVCC/CCVC words, and practises Reception/Y1 sight words.
Oxford Reading Tree, Fireflies, Level 9: Training Like An Athlete (PDF)
by Nash KramerContains 60 titles on a range of topics linked to the curriculum. This work includes 10 stages, one for each term from KS1 Year R Term 1 to KS2 Year 3 Term 1. It is colour-coded to show Oxford Reading Tree and bookband stages. It is linked to curriculum and Oxford Reading Tree themes. It features Teaching Notes for every stage.
Oxford Reading Tree, Level 5, Snapdragons: The Chatterbox Turtle (PDF)
by Cynthia RiderThe Chatterbox Turtle - Turtle gets the chance to fly, but his habit of chattering is his downfall. * Bookbanded for easy classroom management. * Reading notes for parents/carers on the inside covers. * Guided reading cards and teaching notes also available
Oxford Reading Tree, Level 5, Snapdragons: The Sandwich That Jack Made (PDF)
by Elspeth GrahamThe Sandwich that Jack Made - Jack makes an enormous sandwich out of all the tasty thing he can find, but then the sight of it makes him feel sick. * Bookbanded for easy classroom management. * Reading notes for parents/carers on the inside covers. * Guided reading cards and teaching notes also available
Oxford Reading Tree, Stage 5, More Stories C: Sleeping Beauty (2004 edition)
by Roderick HuntBook band 5 green. Oxford stage 5. The children help a prince reach his princess.
Oxford Reading Tree, Stage 5, More Stories C: The Adventure Park (2004 edition)
by Roderick HuntBook band 5 green. Oxford stage 5. Biff, Chip and Kipper have fun at the adventure park. The go on the TreeTop Adventure, canoeing on the lake, have a barbecue and meet a falcon.
Oxford Reading Tree, Stage 5, More Stories C: Sleeping Beauty (2004 edition) (PDF)
by Roderick HuntBook band 5 green. Oxford stage 5. The children help a prince reach his princess.
Oxford Reading Tree, Stages 6-10, Robins: William and the Dog (2004 edition)
by Mike PoultonBook band 9 gold. Oxford stage 6-10. William and Hamid take Mrs Lacey's dog, Toffee, for a walk.
Oxford Reading Tree, Stages 6-10, Robins: The Photograph (2004 edition)
by Mike PoultonBook band 9 gold. Oxford stage 6-10. Strange things happen when William is working on a history project and finds a photograph of his school eighty years before.
Oxford Reading Tree, Stages 6-10, Robins: William and the Dog (2004 edition) (PDF)
by Mike PoultonBook band 9 gold. Oxford stage 6-10. William and Hamid take Mrs Lacey's dog, Toffee, for a walk.
Oxford Reading Tree, Stages 6-10, Robins: The Surprise (2004 edition) (PDF)
by Adam ColemanBook band 9 gold. Oxford stage 6-10. Dad gives Ben and Laura a wonderful surprise - two beautiful kittens but trouble lies ahead as one of them goes missing. Oxford Reading Tree Robins are extension stories to give competent readers practice in tackling longer and more complex stories. The characters, storylines and settings are based on life at home, school and in the community.nbsp;
Oxford Reading Tree, Stages 6-10, Robins: The Surprise (2004 edition)
by Adam ColemanBook band 9 gold. Oxford stage 6-10. Dad gives Ben and Laura a wonderful surprise - two beautiful kittens but trouble lies ahead as one of them goes missing. Oxford Reading Tree Robins are extension stories to give competent readers practice in tackling longer and more complex stories. The characters, storylines and settings are based on life at home, school and in the community.nbsp;
Pants on Fire
by Victoria LloydHumour for younger readers from a first-time children’s author. They looked like ordinary, innocent pants, but those pants had just hypnotised the headteacher!
Paper Bags and Dreams
by Fran DobbieEdie and Maggie live in a small country town and are best friends - but very different. Edie is Aboriginal and Maggie Anglo-Australian; Maggie is good at school, Edie always struggles. No matter how hard she studies, Edie can only scrape a pass and although they promised each other that together they would change the world, when Maggie suddenly gets the chance to leave school and earn money, it's a serious challenge to their friendship. Will it survive? Edie is a natural athlete but she also has a strong spiritual side and now that she is a young woman, it becomes even more important. The women tell her that since she has entered puberty, her body is 'making honey', so there will be big changes to the world around her. It's time for Edie to learn more about the Old Ways - which means confronting her own past. After her mother left, Edie's grandparents took over the role of caring for Edie and her young brother Matty. They are tough and wise, but loving, and so far Edie has escaped the big black government cars that have come for many of the indigenous children in the town, but in PAPERBAGS AND DREAMS, the cars finally catch up with her. Will they tear her family apart? The stand-alone sequel to WHISPER, this is a heartwarming portrait of friendship and reconciliation, and of a society offered the chance to balance the pain of the past with love.
Paradise End
by Elizabeth LairdParadise End by Elizabeth Laird, author of The Fastest Boy in the World, is the story of an unlikely friendship between two girls who both long for a different life.Carly often finds herself gazing through the gates of Paradise End. She fantasizes about discovering that she was swapped at birth, and is in fact the rightful owner of the beautiful, empty mansion. She longs to escape the three-bedroom semi she shares with her ordinary parents, her revolting brother and annoying sister, to go and live in the palatial luxury of the fascinating house. Then she meets Tia, the daughter of the new tenant of Paradise End, and Carly begins to realize that life behind the impressive pillars and long, elegant windows isn't anything like her dream.
Parvana's Journey (PDF)
by Deborah EllisThis sequel by award-winning author, Deborah Ellis, tells the story of Parvana, travelling alone across a war-ridden Afghanistan in an attempt to find her family. ·Deborah Ellis is the winner of the Governor General's Award in Canada, their equivalent to the Carnegie Medal