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The Truth About Hippos: Seriously Funny Facts About Your Favorite Animals (The Truth About Your Favorite Animals)
by Maxwell Eaton IIIDid you know that there are two types of hippo: the common hippo and the pygmy hippo (which is like a common hippo but smaller)?Did you know that all hippos live in Africa?Did you know that hippos can’t actually swim?Discover these facts and many more in this nonfiction picture-book series that injects humor and bright, vivid animals into popular subjects like bears and hippos.
The Truth About Horses, Friends, and My Life as a Coward
by Sarah P. Gibson[from inside flaps] "So you think you love horses? That's what Sophie Groves thought, too. But she found out that horses are a heap of trouble. Her trials began at five years old when her mom brought home Really (a.k.a. Really Mean), the nastiest pony in Maine. Two horses later, Sophie is still learning to deal with these crafty creatures, while trying to find friends who will like her for who she is—not for her horses. Filled with hilarious horse capers and the real truth about life as a weenie, this laugh-out-loud story shows why a horse isn't always a girl's best friend. Read it if you dare...."
The Truth About Horses: A Novel
by Christy CashmanFourteen-year-old Reese’s dream of winning the Black Elk race is shattered when her beloved horse, Trusted Treasure, falls at the last jump and the vet suggests they put him down. While still reeling from that loss, her family suffers a second tragedy—one that results in the end of their family business, the sale of Trusted Treasure, and irreparable damage to Reese’s relationship with her father.Heartbroken and still longing to find Trusted Treasure, Reese meets Wes, a selective mute, whose way of training horses is unlike anything she’s ever seen. If anyone can win the Black Elk, it’s Wes—but he’s struggling with his troubled past, and having a teenage girl hanging around his barn isn’t exactly what he’d planned. Through heartaches and triumphs, Reese must prove her worth if she wants to heal her family, help Wes, and show them all that some dreams are worth fighting for.A spellbinding tale in which every teenager has magical powers within them just waiting to be discovered, this book will have you laughing and crying—sometimes on the same page—all the while rooting for Reese, the most unlikely of heroes.
The Truth About Parrots (The Truth About Your Favorite Animals)
by Maxwell Eaton IIIA Chicago Public Library Best of the Best Children's Book of 2021 The eighth and final book in Maxwell Eaton III’s popular series is a hilarious, kid-centered guide to the many color species, odd behaviors, and special talents (like talking!) of parrots.Did you know there are about 360 different species of parrots?Did you know parrots can see ultra-violet light?Did you know parrots can identify colors using human language?Impress your friends (and teacher) with these facts and many more from this funny and information-packed book, the last in this celebrated series.
The Truth About Rats (and Dogs)
by Jacqueline PearceUnlike his perfect older sister, Jenna, Conner hates his piano lessons and gets bad grades in math. Conner's really good at bike tricks and he loves animals, but his parents have a no-pets rule and they don't take his bike-riding seriously. When the local animal shelter gets overcrowded, everybody in Conner's pet club agrees to take in a foster pet. Conner has to hide his rat, Oscar, from his family, who would never believe that Oscar is smart and cute and pretty lovable. Or would they?
The Truth About the Couch
by Adam RubinPssst! Hey. I'm here to tell ya what the furniture police don't want you to know... Listen close. I'll explain everything. <P><P> Most people think couches are just for sitting, or maybe napping, and don't give it a second thought. But did you know couches can go berserk if you don't feed them a steady diet of coins, cell phones, and remote controls? And did you know some couches are grown on a farm? (Where do you think the term couch potato comes from?) Some come from two chairs who love each other very much, and some are actually aliens in disguise. And that's just the tip of the iceberg... <P><P> This laugh-out-loud send-up of conspiracy theories brings Adam Rubin's trademark zany humor together with the richly expressive artwork of Macanudo creator Liniers to explore the totally, completely true (really! maybe?) history of the world's most beloved—and misunderstood—item of furniture. <p> <b>New York Times Bestseller</b>
The Truth According to Blue
by Eve YohalemA heartfelt middle grade adventure about one girl's search for sunken treasure, friendship, and her place in the world. Thirteen-year-old Blue Broen is on the hunt for a legendary ship of gold, lost centuries ago when her ancestors sailed to New York. Blue knows her overprotective parents won't approve of her mission to find their family's long-lost fortune, so she keeps it a secret from everyone except her constant companion, Otis, an 80-pound diabetic alert dog. But it's hard to keep things quiet with rival treasure hunters on the loose, and with Blue's reputation as the local poster child for a type 1 diabetes fundraiser. Blue's quest gets even harder when she's forced to befriend Jules, the brainy but bratty daughter of a vacationing movie star who arrives on the scene and won't leave Blue alone. While Blue initially resents getting stuck with this spoiled seventh grade stranger, Jules soon proves Blue's not the only one who knows about secrets -- and adventure. Will Blue unravel a three hundred year-old family mystery, learn to stand up for herself, and find the missing treasure? Or is she destined to be nothing more than "diabetes girl" forever?
The Truth about Bats (Magic School Bus Science Chapter Bks. #No. 1)
by Eva MooreThese books combine fun stories with neat facts, humor, illustrations-and they all feature the fabulous Ms. Fizzle!
The Truth of Me
by Patricia MaclachlanThe Truth of Me tells the story of Robbie, who loves spending time with his grandmother Maddy. Robbie loves the stories Maddy tells, and also how wild animals trust her enough to come right up to her. But Robbie has always felt as if something is missing in his life--his parents don’t always act like they love him. Maddy helps him understand that an experience his mother had long ago is at the heart of the problem in his family. With this knowledge, Robbie finds the courage to try to make things right. This poignant story celebrates how our unique “small truths” make each of us magical and brave in our own ways.
The Turkey That Ate My Father
by Dean MarneyWhat's Thanksgiving Day without a turkey? Safe! Okay. Thanksgiving is supposed to be a time for thanks, right? That's what Elizabeth always thought--you're supposed to give thanks and then you eat. But this Thanksgiving is going to be a little different. Holidays always seem to get a little strange when Elizabeth's family is involved. It all starts with a stupid paper turkey decoration that Elizabeth's brother, Booker, just has to have. And then, before anyone even gets a chance to grab a drumstick, weird things start to happen--again. Will Elizabeth get a chance to have a Happy Turkey Day, or will she and her dad end up as turkey stuffing? From problems at home to problems at School, From laughter to horror, from real situations to imaginative adventure, Dean Marney's books are loaded with all of them. Look in the Bookshare library for: How To Drive Your Family Crazy... On Valentine's Dayy, How To Drive Your Family Crazy... On Halloween, The Valentine That Ate My Teacher, The Easter Bunny That Ate My Sister, The Jack-'O-Lantern That Ate My Brother, The Christmas Tree That Ate My Mother and The Computer That Ate My Brother, with more on the way. RL 5, Ages 8-12.
The Turkey We Saved from Thanksgiving
by Marlene Bateman SullivanTwo brothers must come up with a plan to save their pet Timothy the turkey from a fate as Thanksgiving dinner.
The Turnip
by Jan BrettIn a rollicking, cumulative tale, a badger family and their friends–Hedgie, Mr. Ram and Vanya, the horse–struggle to pull up a giant turnip. A cocky rooster steps in and pulls, sending him into the air, holding onto the turnip. No one knows that a mother bear in her underground den has kicked the turnip up through the soil to give the family room to sleep through the winter. Once again Jan Brett brings an original twist to a favorite folktale. Snow covers the farm in rural Russia as badgers and friends in old-fashioned clothes, and bears marching through bright-colored borders, send young readers laughing from page to page.
The Turtle
by Cynthia Rylant Preston McdanielsA thick fog has found its way up north to the lighthouse family, surrounding the cliffs and waters below. Always ready to lend a hand, the lighthouse siblings Whistler and Lila help Seabold guide small ships to land. As they overlook the foggy waters, they hear a distant voice echoing from the rocks below. Who could it be? Using only a rope and their hearts to guide them, Seabold, Lila, and Whistler make their way down the side of the cliff. And what they discover will help them weather even the thickest fog -- a new friend.
The Turtle Invasion (Battle Bugs #10)
by Jack PattonNever leave a bug behind -- Collect all the Battle Bug books!Secret weapon!When Max receives an especially urgent message from the Battle Bugs, he knows an epic fight is brewing.An old foe has returned and is more fearsome than ever. The reptile army is gathering strength-and only Max can stop it.
The Turtle's Tears (Fountas & Pinnell Classroom, Guided Reading Grade 5)
by Jill Rubalcaba Alan MarksNIMAC-sourced textbook
The Turtle-Hatching Mystery (Dog Watch #6)
by Mary CasanovaSomeone's stealing sea turtle eggs! When Kito, Chester, and Schmitty go on a Mexican vacation with their owners, they plan on relaxing on the quiet beach. But when the sea turtle nests are disturbed and the eggs are stolen, the dogs use their Dog Watch skills and team up with village dogs to find out who is threatening the future of the gentle sea turtles.
The Twelve Birds of Christmas
by Stephen MossNaturalist Stephen Moss digs beneath the surface of some of our most popular Christmas carols in an ornithological celebration of the Festive Season.Using the structure of the carol as a jumping off point, he explores the place of twelve fascinating British birds in our history, culture and landscape. Some of the birds are obvious, there's the swan and of course the partridge. Other chapters are loose interpretations of a verse: for drummers drumming he delves into the woodpecker's distinctive drumming tap. Woodpeckers, he explains, have special padded skulls to mitigate against using its head like hammer drills. They carefully select dead trees for the most hollow, sonorous sound.With brilliant anecdotes and insights, Stephen Moss weaves history, culture, bird behaviour and folklore into a compelling narrative for each species, tracing its fortunes over the past two centuries.'A superb naturalist and writer' Chris Packham author of Finger in the Sparkle Jar'Moss has carved out an enviable niche as a chronicler of the natural world' Daily Mail
The Twelve Cats of Christmas: The Art And Culture Of Joints, Blunts, And Spliffs
by Feather FloresCelebrate the holidays with twelve adorable cats—and one kitten—with this festive feline take on the classic carol The Twelve Days of Christmas! On the fourth day of Christmas, my true love gave me cats:FOUR on the gifts,THREE dressed up,TWO batting bows,and a kitten under the tree. From chasing ribbons and shredding paper to cuddling by the fire and climbing the Christmas tree (uh-oh), the sweet and mischievous kitties teach readers of all ages to enjoy the holiday season in true feline fashion. With festive illustrations and irresistible text that invites readers to read—or sing!—aloud, this charming Christmas picture book is guaranteed to delight all. CHRISTMAS IS BETTER WITH CATS: No furry companion celebrates Christmas better than the universally beloved cat! With amusing, relatable antics that will have cat people chuckling in recognition, this book's cast of kitties bring good cheer to the most wonderful time of the year. A TRULY SPECIAL GIFT: From charming illustrations to an embossed jacket embellished with vibrant gold foil, this one-of-a-kind holiday book makes a wonderful gift. HEARTWARMING AND HUMOROUS: This joyful Christmas story combines the warmth and spirit of a timeless holiday classic with the funny and familiar quirks of cats—from their ability to squeeze into small spaces to their penchant for bird-watching, and more. Perfect for:Cat loversParents and grandparentsHoliday gift-givers
The Twelve Deaths of Christmas (Twelve Deaths Of Christmas Ser. #Vol. 1)
by Marian Babson&“A top-notch thriller . . . The identities of the murderer and the twelfth victim come as a stunner&” (Publishers Weekly). At Maude Daneson&’s rooming house, the holiday season has everyone bustling about in anticipation, and Maude herself is planning a glorious Christmas dinner. But neither the landlady nor her lodgers realize that a killer walks among them. The police have so far been unable to track the culprit—and when murder strikes close to home, it threatens to chill the festive mood. &“A fast-moving, one-sitting treat.&” —Kirkus Reviews
The Twelve Dinosaurs of Christmas
by Evie DayOn the first day of Christmas, my grandpa gave to me . . .A Santasaurus and her dino baby!A dinosaur twist on the infamous 'Twelve Days of Christmas' carol, this hilarious festive picture book is the perfect gift for dinosaur fans of all ages! Count and sing along as the collection of festive dinosaurs grows and grows over the twelve days of Christmas! From one Santasaurus to five tinselled triceratopses to nine spinasauruses sparkling and beyond . . .WITH BONUS CONTENT! Learn to pronounce the dinosaur names, and get the whole family singing, with the fun 'how to sing along' guide.
The Twelve Dogs of Christmas
by Emma KragenJust for fun! The traditional song "The 12 Days of Christmas" is adapted featuring popular dogs to carry out the theme along with a surprise ending.
The Twelve Dogs of Christmas: A Novel
by Susan Wiggs"Don't miss this charming Christmas tale of thawing hearts, escaping dogs, and finding home. I couldn't help digging into this book with both paws." --Debbie Macomber, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Must Love FlowersThe ultimate holiday gift from New York Times bestselling author Susan Wiggs: a delightful novel about a Christmas transport of rescue puppies that’s guaranteed to warm readers’ hearts.Brenda Malloy wants nothing to do with Christmas ever again. Last year, Brenda and her husband rushed their beloved dog Tim to the emergency vet on Christmas eve. The good news: Tim survived after the vet cleared the obstruction--a pair of women’s lace undies. The bad news: the undies were not Brenda’s.A year after the breakup, Brenda has put her life back together. She’s trained for a marathon, is writing a children’s novel, and she’s found purpose and healing as a volunteer with a dog rescue organization in Houston, Texas. The rescue partners with a program in Avalon, New York--a small, snowy town deep in the Catskills. Now Brenda is arranging the transport of rescued dogs from Houston to Avalon—just in time for a merry Christmas with their forever families. Brenda’s friends worry about her driving a van two thousand miles with twelve dogs in crates, but she shrugs off their concern. How hard can it be? She knows the way, and she’s just looking to escape the Christmas overload for a while. But a blinding snowstorm, an escaped mutt, and a life-saving encounter with Adam Bellamy—a single dad and paramedic—means Brenda has to stay in Avalon longer than she planned. As she drops off each precious pup at their new homes, some of the comfort and joy of the season begins to creep up on Brenda despite her determination to avoid the holidays. Perhaps you can bring Christmas into your heart after all...if you have the right furry friends to guide the way.
The Twelve-Bug Day (Mouse Math)
by Lisa HarkraderEach read-aloud book in the Mouse Math series focuses on a single, basic math concept and features adorable mice, Albert and Wanda, who live in a People House. Entertaining fiction stories capture kids&’ imaginations as the mice learn about numbers, shapes, sizes, and more. Over 3 million copies sold worldwide!A dozen bugs? That&’s a lot! Still, Albert is sure he&’ll find all twelve on the class field trip to the insect zoo. After all he loves bugs. What he doesn&’t love? Subtraction. But if he counts down, bug by bug, he might just win lunch with the famous entomologist, Arizona Brown! Every Mouse Math title includes back matter activities that support and extend reading comprehension and math skills, plus free online activities. (Math Concept: Subtraction)
The Twenty-First Wish: A Blossom Street Novel
by Debbie MacomberWishes can come true! Come back to Blossom Street one more time for a heartwarming novella about a mother and daughter, only from #1 New York Times bestselling author Debbie Macomber <P><P>Anne Marie Roche and her adopted ten-year-old daughter, Ellen, have each written a list of twenty wishes—on which they included learning to knit. Like many of their wishes, it has come true, and now they knit practically every day. <P><P> But Ellen has quietly added a twenty-first wish: that her mom will fall in love with Tim, Ellen’s birth father, who’s recently entered their lives…
The Twin Princes
by Tedd ArnoldRiddle me this . . . Why does Old King Chanticleer worry about his two sons, Henry and Fowler? Because they are twins, and he can't decide which prince should inherit his throne. And so he plans a horse race--one that will determine the next king. But this race is an unusual one, and it will take cleverness, not just speed, to become the winner. With puns on every page, the classic battle of hero versus villain, and even a riddle for the reader to solve, this featherbrained fairy tale is exuberant, goofy, irresistible fun.