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A Picture Book Of Thomas Alva Edison
by David A. Adler Alexandra Wallner John WallnerAn introduction to the genius with a curious mind who loved to experiment and who invented the phonograph, light bulb, movie camera, and numerous other items.
A Return to Christmas
by Chris HeimerdingerUntil he was three years old, Artemus Holiday and his twin brother, Andrew, had shared the adventures of life together. But when young Artemus lost his brother in a terrible tragedy on Christmas day, the magic of the Christmas season seemed forever shrouded by a cloud of sadness and despair. But miracles have been known to happen during this time of year. . . . This heartwarming Christmas story follows the lives of two eleven-year-old heroes-the weary and cynical Artemus and an outcast named Chess, a homeless con-artist with a heart of gold. Through a simple twist of fate, these boys will find themselves swept into the adventure of a lifetime--one that takes them beyond their wildest imaginings.
A Separate Battle: Women And The Civil War
by Ina ChangDescribes the roles women played during the Civil War and how women influenced the course of the war.
A World Lost
by Wendell BerrySadness and loss invade nine-year-old Andy's world on a hot July afternoon when his Uncle Andrew is murdered. No one tells the boy why his uncle and namesake was killed, and the question follows Andy into manhood.
Abuela's Weave
by Enrique O. Sanchez Omar S. Castañeda<P>Esperanza's Abuela, her grandmother, is unmatched in her skill in weaving traditional Mayan tapestries. She has shared her gift with her granddaughter, and now they plan to sell their goods at the market. However, the birthmark on Abuela's face may scare customers away. So Esperanza must cope with the city streets and find buyers alone. <P>This touching story of personal growth and family pride is illustrated with authentic Guatemalan scenery that gives life to the country's radiant landscape and bustling city streets.
All Quiet on the Western Front (An Adapted Classic)
by Erich Maria Remarque Tony NapoliThis is the story of young German soldier, Paul Baümer's experiences fighting during "The Great War," World War I. The classic novel has been adapted to utilize shorter sentences and simpler vocabulary. Unusual words are footnoted and defined at the bottom of the pages. There are study questions at the end of the book. Illustrations have been described.
Bats (A Smart Start Reader)
by Celia BlandA brief introduction to the physical characteristics, habits, and natural environment of various species of bats.
Between Earth and Sky: Legends of Native American Sacred Places
by Joseph BruchacThrough the guidance of his uncle and the retelling of various Native American legends, a young boy learns that everything living and inanimate has its place, should be considered sacred, and given respect..
Blood Relations (The Blue-Eyed Son Trilogy #2)
by Chris LynchHow can Mick break free from a family that won&’t let him go?In the second book in the Blue-Eyed Son trilogy, Mick&’s brutal brother, Terry, prepares for his annual May Day party. But this is no ordinary party—it&’s two full days of disgusting pranks and drunken violence. Terry throws the bash to prove that if you aren&’t in his circle, then you&’re in his sights. Mick&’s parents would rather not know what goes on, so they clear out and leave their sons home alone. Mick doesn&’t want to be there when the mayhem erupts—but distancing himself from his home and his family will be no easy feat. This ebook features an illustrated biography of Chris Lynch including rare images from the author&’s personal collection.
C.R.A.P.: Collection of Rotten Adult Principles
by John FarmanSEX, DRUGS, EDUCATION, POLITICS, SPORT, MARRIAGE, MEDICINE . . .C.R.A.P. dishes the dirt on the way your elders and 'betters' fumble with the big issues affecting YOU. Think about it - it's YOUR LIFE and adults (richer, more powerful, and in total control) get all the airtime. It's time for teens to turn . . .John Farman's revolutionary C.R.A.P. exposes the social hypocrisy, political fact-twisting, conspiratorial networks, 'holier than thou' clap-trap and concealed cock-ups of our do-as-I-say-and-not-as-I-do elders.
Camp Killer (Sweet Valley High #125)
by Francine PascalElizabeth Wakefield and Nicole Banes have split Camp Echo Mountain right down the middle. The two junior counselors are captains of opposing teams in a color war, and the tension between the two sides is thick. Everyone's talking about it. But that's not the only topic of discussion.... <p><p> According to legend, a maniac, Crazy Freddy, lurks in the woods that surround the camp. No one really believes it's true--until Elizabeth hears chopping noises after midnight. She goes to investigate and sees a man heading toward the cabins with an ax in his hand! Compared to Crazy Freddy, the color war is just child's play. Can Elizabeth and Nicole put aside their differences to protect the camp from a killer?
Celebrating Girls: Nurturing and Empowering Our Daughters
by Virginia Beane RutterA mother&’s guide to supporting a girls&’ self-worth as she grows: &“Inspired.&”—Isabel Allende In this book, Jungian psychologist Virginia Beane Rutter offers a wide variety of everyday things women can do to strengthen a girl&’s sense of self and ensure confidence and healthy self-esteem throughout her lifetime. Whether rooted in traditions of many cultures, new and creative, or connected to the daily tasks of everyday life, they offer practical ways to support daughters, and celebrate the passage from infancy to adolescence. &“Adeptly suggests ways mothers can use traditionally feminine pastimes—shopping, storytelling, even brushing or braiding a child&’s hair—to instill in a daughter a strong sense of self.&”—Pubishers Weekly
Children With Prenatal Drug Exposure
by Lynette S Chandler Shelly J LaneChildren With Prenatal Drug Exposure examines new medical approaches for predicting the developmental progress of children who have been exposed to drugs in utero. This book outlines effective methods for intervention and assessment and indicates future directions for investigation. It provides practical and up-to-date information on treatments and research development, while it encourages practitioners to come to their own conclusions through careful documentation and analysis of each case.Children With Prenatal Drug Exposure cuts across many disciplines to provide the reader with a vivid analysis of the complexities and challenges surrounding health care of children who have been prenatally exposed to drugs. This guidebook explores the controversies over treatment and therapy options and the ethics of care. It advocates positive outcome intervention methods that promote the health interests of both mother and unborn child whenever possible, with an emphasis on clinical efforts geared to change maternal behavior.Practical and comprehensive, Children With Prenatal Drug Exposure explores a full range of provoking topics, including: neurological effects and sensory motor delays caused by cocaine exposure foster care and its impact on motor development adolescent pregnancy and the complications of prenatal substance abuse ethical dilemmas multidimensional measurement systems and longitudinal researchThe book’s authors believe that in order to meet the needs of children who have been prenatally exposed to drugs, care providers must know the limitations associated with the process and methodology of assessment and learn to address the shortcomings of evaluation. With this in mind, this book aims to equip psychologists, physical and occupational therapists, researchers, and physicians with the “know-how” they require for optimizing their health care services and contributing valuable research that the field so urgently needs.
Children's Literature Comes of Age: Toward a New Aesthetic (Routledge Library Editions: Children's Literature)
by Maria NikolajevaOriginally published in 1996. A detailed analysis of the art of children's literature covering world literature for children, children's literature as a canonical art form, the history of children's literature from a semiotic perspective, and epic, polyphony, chronotope, intertextuality, and metafiction in children's literature.
Christmas by the Hearth: A Treasury of Stories Celebrating the Mystery and Meaning of Christmas
by Rick Blanchette EditorHere is a collection of 25 beautifully presented short stories by Christian authors both contemporary and historical about the ways the spiritual nature of Christmas impacts many lives in need for their good. They will stir, entertain and warm readers of all ages. Read one every evening beginning with December first and ending on Christmas Day to enhance your pleasure and worship during Christmas. A young Louisa May Alcott in recalling a brief Christmas romance is inspired to create one of her most loved characters. An orphan seeking a lump of coal she can't afford receives far more from a caring friend. Opposing armies during the Civil War find a place of tranquility and happiness on Christmas Eve. In a grieving family, a brother and sister discover that nothing can prevent them from celebrating Christmas. A wealthy man seeking to buy the Christmas star is given far more by people who aren't after his money. A girl who resents having a birthday so close to Christmas is guided by the parable of the poinsettia to love the Christmas season. A despondent shoemaker expecting a visit from the Christ child instead receives many other visitors who revive in him the joy and peace of Christmas. Each story is accompanied by a Bible verse and a picture of a Christmas ornament which is described. Such popular authors as Angela Elwell Hunt, Francine Rivers, Bodie Thoene, Calvin Miller, and many more contributed to this collection.
Clockwork
by Philip Pullman Leonid GoreBorrowing elements of Frankenstein, Pinocchio, and Faust, the popular author of The Golden Compass and The Subtle Knife creates a suspenseful fantasy tale about an apprentice clockmaker who sells his soul.
Creepers
by Keith GrayDerwent Drive was known as the Speed Creep. A continual chain of Dashes into Blind. We'd all heard the story about the Creeper who dropped Blind into a garden, only to discover he was standing in a dog pound. It was also the longest creep; twenty-five houses all in a row, no bends, no kinks. And no Creeper had ever done the lot. But Jamie and I reckoned we could do it. Jamie was the best Creeper around. He was the best Buddie you could have. And he was mine. Ever heard about 'creeping' before? Probably not. Nobody really talks about it. That doesn't mean it doesn't happen. It does. Creeping over back fences all the way down a street without getting caught; without being hurt. It happens more than you might think. It's probably happening somewhere tonight.
Cupid and Psyche
by M. Charlotte CraftPsyche is the most beautiful woman in the world, yet the oracle at Delphi foresees she will fall in love with a creature feared even by the gods themselves. Magically, Psyche finds herself in a magnificent castle fitted with sweet music, attentive servants, and a charming but invisible host. Soon she falls in love with this man she has never seen, but in a moment of doubt she betrays his trust. To win back his love, Psyche must show that she is as brave as she is beautiful by performing three impossible tasks. Perhaps the greatest love story of all, Cupid and Psyche is unsurpassed in its richness and drama. Marie Craft's lively, suspenseful retelling of this classic Greek myth will appeal to young and old alike. And these legendary lovers have inspired forty lush luminous paintings by award-winning artist Kinuko Craft. Lavishly illustrated and thrillingly told, here is a book to be treasured forever.
Danger Canyon
by Margo SorensonCalvin and Rob decide to go on a long hiking trip. Soon they are trapped in a narrow gorge with two prison camp escapees and a hungry mountain lion on the loose.
Dinotopia Lost (Dinotopia Series)
by Alan Dean FosterFor countless centuries, the Land Apart from Time has been protected from intruders by the coral reefs surrounding the island. But when a storm-tossed ship finds its way to the shore, this lost world of humans and dinosaurs will be utterly exposed -- to a crew of pirates...
Dog Eat Dog (The Blue-Eyed Son Trilogy #3)
by Chris LynchAfter taking refuge in the Sullivan home, Mick crosses over into the dangerous world of dogfighting Something is tearing away at Mick. Despite finding some stability in the comfort of the Sullivan family, and his friendships with Toy, Sully, and Evelyn, he can&’t seem to escape his roots. Remembering too clearly the bigotry of his old neighborhood and alcoholic older brother, Terry, Mick decides to seek revenge. And what better way to make Terry pay than in a winner-takes-all game of Terry&’s favorite illegal sport: dogfighting. This ebook features an illustrated biography of Chris Lynch including rare images from the author&’s personal collection.
Dolphin Sky
by Ginny RorbyTwelve-year-old Buddy, whose dyslexia makes things difficult for her both at home and at school, befriends the dolphins that are being held captive and mistreated at a swamp farm near her home in the Everglades.
Ear-Witness: A Jessica March Mystery
by Mary Ann ScottJessica Marsh, who is fifteen and "hasn’t lost her baby-fat yet," lives with her mother on the top floor of a hundred-year-old triplex in Parkdale, a multicultural area in Toronto. Being an ear-witness to a murder is frightening, but when Raffi, a gentle black man who is her mother’s boyfriend, is arrested as the killer, Jess is terrified.While struggling to unravel the crimes, Jess is also dealing with other problems. She has been estranged from her lawyer father for several years, and Raffi’s arrest gives her an excuse to reestablish contact. She is harassed at school. Her best friend becomes sexually active and runs away from home. And Jess herself has her own decisions to make about entering into an intimate relationship whe she is pursued by a handsome young refugee from Central America.These problems are typical of those faced by today’s teenagers. Jess handles them awkwardly, emotionally, and occasionally with considerable panache.
Echohawk
by Lynda DurrantEchohawk was a little boy when he was taken from his white family and adopted into a Mohican tribe. For years Echohawk has been speaking and thinking in the Mohican language. He enjoys hunting with his adoptive father Glickihigan and younger brother Bamaineo. Yet as time passes, Glickihigan thinks an English education will help his sons in the changing world and sends them to be schooled by white people. It's then that Echohawk's earliest memories return. Soon the time will come for him to choose between the world of the Mohicans and the world he came from long ago.