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Jaws of the Jersey Shore (Arcadia Children's Books)
by Patricia HeyerIn this middle-grade adaptation of Shark Attacks of the Jersey Shore , author Patricia Heyer dives into the history and lore of shark attacks along New Jersey's coast. Every summer, thousands of people flock to the boardwalks and beaches of the Jersey Shore looking for fun and relaxation. But some come face to face with much more. A boy paid a gruesome price for teasing a trapped shark in the first recorded attack in 1842. Three bloody attacks of 1960 left one man's limb amputated. The horrific summer of 1916 included seven attacks within two weeks, sparking the man-eating reputation that sharks still have today. These stories and more have been adapted for younger readers brave enough to dive in to our shark-infested waters.
Jaws of the New York Beaches (Arcadia Children's Books)
by Patricia HeyerIn this middle-grade adaptation of Shark Attacks of New York, author Patricia Heyer dives into the history and lore of shark attacks along New York's coast. Every summer, thousands of people flock to Coney Island, the Rockaway, and all along Long Island's southern coast for some of the most beautiful beaches on the east coast. But some come face to face with much more.
Jawsome Shark Quizzes: Test Your Knowledge of Shark Types, Behaviors, Attacks, Legends and Other Trivia (Fun Gifts For Animal Lovers Ser.)
by Karen ChuDive into Shark-Infested TriviaYou call yourself a shark a-fish-ionado, but how well do you really know the ocean&’s ultimate predator? Test your intelligence with these interactive quizzes packed to the gills with fun facts.• Do sharks sleep?• Can sharks see in color?• Can you hypnotize a shark?• How far away can a shark detect its prey?• What&’s the fastest shark? Strongest shark? Largest shark?• Does the great white shark have predators?• How high can a mako shark jump?• What&’s a group of sharks called?With the fin-formation in Jawsome Shark Quizzes, you can impress your chums with your knowledge of all things shark.
Jay's Alagnak Caribou: A Raft, A River, A Father and Son—An Unexpected Alaska Adventure
by Jerry EdgingtonJay and his dad knew things would change after summer. The seasons of boy scouts, little league, high school sports, and just hanging out, would be gone forever. But there was a chapter left to write, and it would be written on a long section of the Alagnak River in Alaska. It wouldn't be the final chapter, not by a long stretch, but it would be a transcending chapter. A self-guided moose hunt and fishing trip would be a proper way to commemorate Jay's 19th birthday. So, with fishing rods and guns, and a flight into the headwaters of the Alagnak River they embarked on their adventure. What they found was more than they imagined—much more. They found the Alaska wilderness and a freedom they didn't know existed. They found a life changing adventure—built unbreakable bonds.
Jazz, Pizzazz and the Silver Threads
by Mary QuattlebaumNine-year-old Calvin's dream of having a pet of his own is partially fulfilled when his neighbor Jenny gets a hamster named Pizzazz for her magic act.
Je sais que je peux le faire !
by A. P. HernándezUn conte pour enfants sur l'amitié et le développement personnel. Andrea est un canari très heureux. Sa maîtresse, Églantine, l'aime et prend bien soin de lui. La vie d'Andrea est sereine et paisible, jusqu'à ce qu'un moineau lui rende visite...
Jealousy
by Jessica BurkhartLauren's got to saddle up and sit tall if she's going to make it to Thanksgiving at Canterwood Crest.Thanksgiving break is approaching at Canterwood, but no one's even close to relaxing--especially not Lauren. For one thing, her ex-boyfriend from Yates Prep is settling in, and he's got an issue with Lauren's new crush. And there's the new girl, whose worldly equestrian background catapults her into the stable's spotlight. To top things off, Lauren's working on testing for the advanced team, and she fights feeling jealous toward Khloe, who's already secured a seat. Looks like Lauren is in for a bumpy ride....
Jealousy
by Jessica BurkhartLauren's got to saddle up and sit tall if she's going to make it to Thanksgiving at Canterwood Crest.Thanksgiving break is approaching at Canterwood, but no one's even close to relaxing--especially not Lauren. For one thing, her ex-boyfriend from Yates Prep is settling in, and he's got an issue with Lauren's new crush. And there's the new girl, whose worldly equestrian background catapults her into the stable's spotlight. To top things off, Lauren's working on testing for the advanced team, and she fights feeling jealous toward Khloe, who's already secured a seat. Looks like Lauren is in for a bumpy ride....
Jeff Corwin: A Wild Life
by Jeff CorwinA fascinating look at the real Jeff Corwin! From growing up in an urban community near Boston, to falling in love with snakes, to traveling to exotic places, to becoming a beloved Emmy Award-winning television host of Animal Planet, this authorized biography will give readers a first-hand look at Jeff's amazing and adventurous life. Based on extensive research and one-on-one interviews with Jeff, kids will get an honest telling of Jeff Corwin's incredible journey from child nature enthusiast to naturalist and animal specialist. .
Jelly Bean: Jelly Bean (Shelter Pet Squad #1)
by Cynthia LordIn this charming illustrated chapter book series by Newbery Honor author Cynthia Lord, the Shelter Pet Squad kids find the perfect homes for animals in need!Suzannah's always wanted a pet of her own, but she lives in an apartment where there are absolutely no pets allowed. What she CAN do is volunteer at a local pet shelter. There, although she's the youngest, Suzannah quickly finds herself making friends with the kids and bonding with the animals. She makes toys and treats for the animals. She feeds the cats and plays with the puppies! Then a girl just her age brings a guinea pig named Jelly Bean to the shelter. Suzannah promises that she'll find the little creature the perfect home. But what if no one wants an abandoned guinea pig? Newbery Honor author Cynthia Lord has created a fun and heartwarming chapter books series.
Jellyfish (Animals)
by Jaclyn JaycoxDid you know jellyfish aren’t really fish? These invertebrates have been around for millions of years. With easy-to-read facts and colorful photos, readers will enjoy discovering all the details about these interesting animals.
Jellyfish Age Backwards: Nature's Secrets to Longevity
by Nicklas Brendborg"In a field characterised by overclaiming and wishful thinking, it is judicious, sensible and refreshingly clear. And fascinating." Sunday TimesA deep-dive into the astonishing nature and true science of longevity Molecular Biologist Nicklas Brendborg takes us on a journey from the farthest reaches of the globe to the most cutting-edge research to explore everything the natural world and science have to offer on the mystery of aging.From the centuries-old Greenland shark and backwards-aging jellyfish to the man who fasted for a year and the woman who successfully edited her own DNA, this book follows the thread of every experiment, story, and myth in the search for immortality.With mind-bending discoveries and physiological gifts that feel closer to magic than reality, Jellyfish Age Backwards will reshape everything you thought you knew about aging - and offer nature's secrets to unlocking your own longevity.
Jellyfish Age Backwards: Nature's Secrets to Longevity
by Nicklas Brendborg~THE INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER~A journey into the astonishing nature and true science of longevityMolecular Biologist Nicklas Brendborg takes us on a journey from farthest reaches of the globe to the most cutting-edge research to explore what nature has to teach us about longevity.From immortal lobsters, backwards-aging jellyfish, and the centuries-old Greenland shark to the woman who successfully edited her own DNA in search of immortality, Jellyfish Age Backwards brings together everything the natural world and science have to offer on the mystery of aging.Ultimately, this audiobook will reshape everything you thought you knew about aging - and offer a Biologist's secrets to unlocking your own longevity.(P) 2022 Hodder & Stoughton Limited
Jellyfish Blooms
by Kylie A. Pitt Cathy H. LucasJellyfish are one of the most conspicuous animals in our oceans and are renowned for their propensity to form spectacular blooms. The unique features of the biology and ecology of jellyfish that enable them to bloom also make them successful invasive species and, in a few places around the world, jellyfish have become problematic. As man increasingly populates the world's coastlines, interactions between humans and jellyfish are rising, often to the detriment of coastal-based industries such as tourism, fishing and power generation. However we must not lose sight of the fact that jellyfish have been forming blooms in the oceans for at least 500 million years, and are an essential component of normal, healthy ocean ecosystems. Here many of the world's leading jellyfish experts explore the science behind jellyfish blooms. We examine the unique features of jellyfish biology and ecology that cause populations to 'bloom and bust', and, using case studies, we show why jellyfish are important to coastal and ocean ecosystem function. We outline strategies coastal managers can use to mitigate the effects of blooms on coastal industries thereby enabling humans to coexist with these fascinating creatures. Finally we highlight how jellyfish benefit society; providing us with food and one of the most biomedically-important compounds discovered in the 20th century.
Jellyfish and Other Stingers (World Book's Animals of the World)
by Joseph K. BrennanThis book answers many questions about jellyfish. Did you know that there is a jellyfish that spends its whole life upsidedown? Other books in this series are available from Bookshare.
Jellyfish! (Penguin Young Readers, Level 4)
by Ginjer L. ClarkeLearn the fascinating story of one of the world's oldest animals: jellyfish!Jellyfish are everywhere and are one of the Earth's most fascinating animals. From the giant Nomura jellyfish in Japan, to the small but deadly kingslayer jellyfish in Australia, veteran nonfiction author Ginjer L. Clarke spotlights one of the world's oldest animal groups. Told with simple language and shown with vivid photographs, Jellyfish! is perfect for emerging readers curious about the natural world.
Jellyfish: A Natural History
by Lisa-ann GershwinAn introduction to these bizarre and beautiful creatures of the sea, filled with color photos and illustrations: &“Fascinating.&”—Boing Boing Jellyfish are the oldest multi-organed life form on the planet, having inhabited the ocean for more than five hundred million years. With their undulating umbrella-shaped bells and sprawling tentacles, they are compelling and gorgeous, strange and dangerous. In many places they&’re also vastly increasing in number, and these population blooms may be an ominous indicator of the rising temperatures and toxicity of the oceans.Jellyfish presents these aquarium favorites in all their glory. Fifty unique species, from the purple people eater to black sea nettles, are presented in stunning photos along with the most current scientific information on their anatomy, history, distribution, position in the water, and environmental status. Foremost jellyfish expert Lisa-ann Gershwin provides an insightful look at the natural history and biology of each of these spellbinding creatures, plus a timely take on their place in the rapidly changing and deteriorating condition of the oceans. Learn about immortal jellyfish who live and die and live again—as well as those who camouflage themselves amid sea grasses and shells, hiding in plain sight. Discover the jellyfish that&’s the world&’s most venomous animal, and the jellyfish that helped scientists win the Nobel Prize. They&’re all here and more in this delightful volume. &“A thorough coverage of jellyfish history, biology and ecology. Gershwin, a marine biologist who has discovered over 200 new species of jellyfish, does an excellent job of combining a compelling narrative of 50 different jellyfish with luscious, I-can&’t-believe-they&’re-real photos.&”—Boing Boing
Jen's Best Gift Ever
by Laura Appleton-Smith Keinyo WhiteIt is six o'clock and the sun is just up. Jen jumps from bed and runs to the calendar next to her desk. At last, it is her birthday! Jen is seven, and her Mom and Dad and sister Emma have chosen a very special gift-a gift that will prove to be Jen's best gift ever. Laura Appleton-Smith's carefully written phonetic text captures the excitement of this special morning, while Keinyo White's vibrant oil illus¬trations bring rich color to each page. Jen's Best Gift Ever is decodable with the knowledge of the 26 phonetic alphabet sounds and the ability to blend those sounds together. A word list in the back of the book introduces the vocabulary used in the story. Puzzle Words (sight words) and vocabulary can be pre-taught with supplementary learning cards available from Flyleaf Publishing.
Jenius: The Amazing Guinea Pig
by Dick King-SmithFrom the author of Babe: The Gallant Pig, a tender tale of a young student and her clever pet.
Jennie
by Douglas PrestonWhen Professor Hugo Archibald finds an orphaned baby chimp in Africa, it seems like the most normal thing in the world for him to bring the brave little toddler home to Boston to live with his wife and two small children. Jennie quickly assimilates into mid-sixties suburban life, indulging in the rambunctious fun one would expect from a typical American kid of her generation: riding breakneck on her own tricycle, playing with Booger the kitten and a Barbie doll, fighting with her siblings over use of the TV, and--as a teenager--learning to drink, smoke pot, and curse just like her human peers. Attaining an impressive command of American Sign Language, Jennie absorbs a warped vision of heaven from a neighborhood minister, experiences first-hand the bureaucracies of the American health-care system, and even has her own fifteen minutes of fame. Jennie's story--hilarious, poignant, and ultimately tragic--introduces to American literature one of the most endearing animal heroines in modern fiction.
Jennie's Hat
by Ezra Jack KeatsWhen the hat Jemiie receives from her aunt is not as fancy as she had hoped, her bird friends decorate it for her. Other books by this author are available in this library.
Jennie's Hat
by Ezra Jack KeatsJennie's favorite aunt is sending her a new hat, and Jennie is sure it will be beautiful. But when the box arrives, the hat inside is very plain. She had imagined a wonderful hat with big colorful flowers and even tries to make her own hat from a straw basket! Jennie is almost ready to give up on her dream when she receives a fanciful surprise from some very special friends. Ezra Jack Keats's timelessly charming illustrations will leave readers wishing for a dream hat of their own.
Jennifer Lynn Barnes Anthology
by Jennifer Lynn BarnesJoin the Pack of Jennifer Lynn Barnes's fans, with this eBook collection that includes her thrilling Raised by Wolves series: Raised by Wolves, Trial by Fire, and Taken by Storm, as well as a special bonus Raised by Wolves short story, "Sweet Sixteen." In addition, this set includes Barnes's heart-stopping stand-alone novel, Every Other Day, as well as a teaser to her latest work, Nobody, which debuts in January 2013.
Jennifer Murdley's Toad
by Bruce CovilleThe newest book in Coville's hilarious Magic Shop series. When homely Jennifer stumbles into Mr. Elives' Magic Shop, she ends up buying a talking toad named Bufo. Jennifer must make a painful choice about beauty when she faces a terrifying witch who is seeking the "Jewel of Perfect Happiness" concealed in Bufo's forehead.