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Mysteries in Our National Parks: A Mystery In Mesa Verde National Park (Mysteries in Our National Park)
by Gloria Skurzynski Alane Ferguson National Geographic KidsWhen a cougar attacks a hiker in Mesa Verde National Park, the Landons have another mystery on their hands. Jack and Ashley are used to visiting parks with their wildlife veterinarian mother and photographer father, but this time their hands are full with a foster child called Lucky Deal. As Lucky and Jack become friends, Ashley becomes suspicious: What did Lucky take from the burn site? Who did she call in the night? In a midnight showdown at Spruce Tree House, Jack realizes there's more to fear than a killer cat. Cliff-Hanger weaves Native American folklore, natural science, and geography into a heart-pounding thriller. The afterword by Will Morris, Chief of Interpretation and Visitor Services at Mesa Verde, outlines the dangers of cougar attacks and the need to protect wild animals. National Geographic supports K-12 educators with ELA Common Core Resources.Visit www.natgeoed.org/commoncore for more information. From the Trade Paperback edition.
Mysteries in Our National Parks: Deadly Waters: A Mystery in Everglades National Park (Mysteries in Our National Park)
by Gloria Skurzynski Alane Ferguson National Geographic KidsThe Landon family is Southbound—headed for Florida to investigate a mysterious illness plaguing endangered manatees in Everglades National Park. Jack, Ashley, and their friend Bridger soon find themselves in deadly waters with a seven-foot shark, an injured manatee—and a mystery to solve. Who was the stranger in the speedboat who snatched Jack's camera? And what does he have to do with the manatees? Join the heart-stopping chase through a maze of mangrove islands to find out! From the Trade Paperback edition.
The Narnia Trivia Book (Chronicles Of Narnia Ser.)
by HarperCollinsChildren’sBooksCompiled especially for fans who have read all the books in the classic fantasy series, The Chronicles of Narnia, here are over 100 questions, highlighted by original black and white art, to test your memory and challenge your friends to a Narnia trivia contest.
Nim's Island (The\nim Ser. #1)
by Wendy Orr Kerry MillardNim lives on a beautiful island in the middle of the wide blue sea with her father, Jack, an iguana called Fred, a sea lion called Selkie and a turtle called Chica. But when Jack disappears and disaster threatens her home, Nim must be braver than she's ever been before. And she needs help from her friends . . .Delicious adventure-fantasy for readers aged 8+.Illustrated by Kerry Millard.
On the Ice with...Tara Lapinski
by Matt ChristopherDescribes the life and skating career of the young woman who won a gold medal in figure skating at the 1998 Olympics.
Paddington on Top (Paddington Ser.)
by Michael BondThe irresistible Paddington Bear, who was found on Paddington station, returns in this reissued novel, with a brand new cover design.
Paddington Takes the Air (Paddington Ser.)
by Michael BondThe irresistible Paddington Bear, who was found on Paddington station, returns in this reissued novel, with an updated cover design.
Prime-Time Pitcher (#59)
by Matt ChristopherThe #1 sports writer for kids offers a read as exciting as a fast ball. Pitcher Koby Caplin is the best thing to happen to the Monticello Cardinals in years--but is he ready for prime time?
Seven: Smew's Greed (BFI Film Classics)
by Richard DyerGluttony, Greed, Sloth, Lust, Pride, Envy, Wrath. A serial killer on a warped mission who turns his victims' 'sins' into the means of their murder. Seven (David Fincher, 1995) is one of the most acclaimed American films of the 1990s. Starring Morgan Freeman, Brad Pitt, and Kevin Spacey, Seven is the darkest of films. In it performance, cinematography, sound, and plot combine to create a harrowing account of a world beset by an all-encompassing, irremediable wickedness. Richard Dyer explores the film in terms of of sin, story, structure, seriality, sound, sight and salvation, analyzing how Seven both epitomizes and modifies the serial killer genre, which is such a feature of recent cinema.
Snowboard Showdown: Out-of Control Competition Leads to Disaster (New Matt Christopher Sports Library)
by Matt ChristopherFreddie and his brother Dondi have always been competitive. Dondi has a job, money to spend, and girls chasing after him, and now he can even drive! But Freddie knows that he has something his brother does not: better snowboarding moves, more daring runs, and overall more advanced techniques. When Dondi challenges his brother to a run clown the very dangerous Devil's Ravine, Freddie knows his brother has raised the stakes of their competition too high. Yet he is left with a problem: does he accept Dondi's challenge and potentially hurt himself, or does he back away? If Freddie is leery of Devil's Ravine, then how will Dondi fare on the slopes? The run is very risky, and Freddie must now decide if this brotherly competition, and opportunity to outshine his brother, is really worth it.
Soccer 'Cats #1: The Captain Contest (Matt Christopher Sports Readers #Vol. 1)
by Matt ChristopherDewey London and Bundy Neel are psyched about the new summer soccer league, until they learn about the contest to be team captain: Whoever draws the best team logo will be named captain. Should artistic Dewey enter even though Bundy would make a better captain?
Soccer 'Cats #2: Operation Baby-Sitter (Soccer Cats)
by Matt ChristopherBundy works hard at being the best soccer player he can be. He always encourages his teammates, and works extra hard during practice. So when his attitude changes, little does his teammates know that he's been saddled with a baby-sitter. Illustrations.
The Team That Couldn't Lose: Who is Sending the Plays That Make the Team Unstoppable? (Sports)
by Matt ChristopherA young, inexperienced football team discovers its beginner's luck is due to a series of mysterious but successful plays anonymously sent to the coach.
Voices In The Park
by Anthony BrowneFour different voices tell their own versions of the same walk in the park. The radically different perspectives give a fascinating depth to this simple story which explores many of the author's key themes, such as alienation, friendship and the bizarre amid the mundane. Anthony Browne's world-renowned artwork is full of expressive gorillas, vibrant colours and numerous nods to Magritte and other artists, while being uniquely Browne's own style.
Weather (Starting Geography)
by Sally HewittLearn about science through an exciting combination of information and step-by-step activities.
The Wouldbegoods (Virago Modern Classics)
by E. Nesbit'Nesbit opened the door in the magic wardrobe, pointed the way to platform nine and three quarters. She even had a hand in building the Tardis. And these are among her minor achievements. She is also simply the funniest writer we have ever had' Frank Cottrell-Boyce 'This is the story of one of the most far-reaching and influentially naughty things we ever did in our lives. We did not mean to do such a deed. And yet we did do it.'After being banished to the countryside for creating even more mayhem than usual, the Bastable children vow to mend their ways. Establishing 'The Society of the Wouldbegoods', their first rule is: 'every member is to be as good as possible'. But sometimes it's just not possible to be good - no matter how hard you try.A collection that will be coveted by children and adults alike, this list is the best in children's literature, curated by Virago. These are timeless tales with beautiful covers, that will be treasured and shared across the generations. Some titles you will already know; some will be new to you, but there are stories for everyone to love, whatever your age. Our list includes Nina Bawden (Carrie's War, The Peppermint Pig), Rumer Godden (The Dark Horse, An Episode of Sparrows), Joan Aiken (The Serial Garden, The Gift Giving) E. Nesbit (The Psammead Trilogy, The Bastable Trilogy, The Railway Children), L. M. Montgomery (The Anne of Green Gables series) and Susan Coolidge (The What Katy Did Trilogy). Discover Virago Children's Classics.
The Big Bazoohley (Faber Children's Classics Ser.)
by Peter CareySam Kellow is nine. His father is a compulsive gambler, pursuing the 'big bazoohley' - the jackpot to end all jackpots. But it is Sam who sets out to win it - against all the odds, he enters the Perfecto Kiddo Competition . . .'Carey has written a novel in the mould of Roald Dahl, rich in pathos, humour, wacky plot twists and curious characters . . .' Independent'An absolutely enchanting first children's book.' Good Book Guide
Buttons: A World Champion's Story (Shire Library)
by Alan Meredith Gillian MeredithButtons have been made from almost every known material. Their study provides insight into fashion trends, the clothing industry and social history in general. This book introduces an array of these treasures from the past, to show the variety of materials and the intricate design and workmanship incorporated in the making of the button.
Carmilla (Rare Classics #3)
by Joseph Sheridan Le FanuCarmilla, Rare Classics Volume 3 by Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu
Castle in the Air (World Of Howl Ser. #2)
by Diana Wynne JonesA magical Arabian Nights tale from the captivating creator of fantasy, Diana Wynne Jones. The dazzling sequel to Howls Moving Castle, now a major animated film.
Eight Days of Luke
by Diana Wynne JonesThere seemed nothing odd about Luke to begin with – except perhaps the snakes. If they were snakes, that is… David wasn’t sure.
Fantastic Mr Fox (Puffin Story Tapes Ser.)
by Roald Dahl Quentin BlakeThe legendary Roald Dahl story with full-colour illustrations by Quentin Blake throughout.Fantastic Mr Fox - the tale of the most cunning fox in the world. Boggis is an enormously fat chicken farmer who only eats boiled chickens smothered in fat.Bunce is a duck-and-goose farmer whose dinner gives him a beastly temper.Bean is a turkey-and-apple farmer who only drinks gallons of strong cider.Mr Fox is so clever that every evening he creeps down into the valley and helps himself to food from the farms.Now the farmers have hatched a plan to BANG-BANG-BANG shoot Mr Fox dead. But, just when they think Mr Fox can't possibly escape, he makes a fantastic plan of his own . . . Listen to FANTASTIC MR FOX and other Roald Dahl audiobooks read by some very famous voices, including Kate Winslet, David Walliams and Steven Fry - plus there are added squelchy soundeffects from Pinewood Studios! And look out for new Roald Dahl apps in the App store and Google Play - including the disgusting TWIT OR MISS! and HOUSE OF TWITS inspired by the revolting Twits.
In the Goal With ... Briana Scurry (Sports Bio Bookshelf)
by Matt ChristopherOn July 10, 1999, at the end of 90 minutes of regulation play plus two 15 minute overtime periods, Briana Scurry faced the greatest challenge of her soccer career. As goalkeeper for the U.S. Women's national team, she would be squaring off against China's best five penalty kickers in a shootout that would determine the winners of the 1999 Women's World Cup. The pressure was enormous -- but Briana Scurry thrives on pressure, which is one reason she's been called the best goalkeeper in the world. Since 1994, she has proven again and again that when the heat's on, she'll stay cool. And that's just what she did that steamy July day ...
Jokelopedia: The Biggest, Best, Silliest, Dumbest Joke Book Ever!
by Eva Blank Alison Benjamin Rosanne Green Ilana Weitzman Lisa SparksIt&’s the mother of all kids&’ joke books—an all-encompassing, gut-busting, and bestselling collection of more than 1,700 jokes, tongue-twisters, riddles, and puns for all occasions. Here are 61 elephant jokes, including: What did the elephant say when he walked into the post office? / Ouch! Dozens of knock-knock jokes, like: Knock-knock. / Who&’s there? / Doris. / Doris who? / Doris locked. That&’s why I knocked! Plus teacher jokes and creature jokes, doctor jokes and robber jokes, food jokes, gross jokes, why-did-the-chicken-cross-the-road jokes, and name-game jokes: What do you call a man in a tiger&’s cage? / Claude. And for all aspiring comedians, there are joke-telling pointers and tips, funny facts, and spotlights on comic TV shows, books, and actors, from Steve Carell to Tina Fey to SpongeBob Squarepants. It&’s the ultimate gift for the incurable jokester.