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Uncle Elephant (I Can Read Level 2)
by Arnold LobelA little elephant visits his Uncle Elephant, who makes wishes come true, tells amazing stories, and even trumpets the dawn!
Uncle Elephant (I Can Read Level 2)
by Arnold LobelAnother sweet, classic bedtime tale from Arnold Lobel, the beloved author and illustrator of the Newbery Honor and Caldecott Honor award-winning Frog and Toad books.While his mother and father are away, a little elephant goes to visit his uncle. And what a time they have! Uncle Elephant makes wishes come true, tells amazing stories, and trumpets the dawn. The visit is perfect, except for one thing—it ends much too soon.This Level Two I Can Read is geared toward kids who read on their own but still need a little help.The classic Frog and Toad stories by Arnold Lobel have won numerous awards and honors, including a Newbery Honor, a Caldecott Honor, ALA Notable Children’s Book, Fanfare Honor List (Horn Book), School Library Journal Best Children’s Book, and Library of Congress Children’s Book.
Uncle John's Bathroom Reader Cat Lover's Companion (Uncle John's Bathroom Readers)
by Bathroom Readers' InstituteA compendium of funny feline facts and strange stories even more entertaining than a stuffed mouse on a stick! The relationship between cats and us lower animals cannot be summed up in mere words, but leave it to Uncle John to try anyway. Curl up with the Cat Lover&’s Companion, and you&’ll explore the unique, amusing, and mysterious side of the common housecat (Felis domesticus). Read about the origins of your favorite breeds, meet some kitty movie stars, and decipher those strange feline mannerisms. Then take a catnap. Then run wildly around your house for no apparent reason. Then read about a cat raised by a gorilla, a cat that uses the toilet (for its intended purpose), and much, much more!
Uncle John's Bathroom Reader Dog Lover's Companion (Uncle John's Bathroom Reader Ser.)
by Bathroom Readers' InstituteThe only thing that's more eager to please you than your dog...is this Bathroom Reader about dogs! It's a very good book! Oh, yes it is! Good book! So cuddle up with your canine companion and lap up...Movie muttsDoggie heroesThe scoop on poopDecoding your dog's behaviorFamous folks and their faithful FidosHow to train your puppy to be a TV starBackstage hijinks at the Westminster Dog ShowThe world's largest, fastest, smartest, and oldest dogsThe stories of Marmaduke, Snoopy, Odie, and much, much more!
Uncle John's Bathroom Reader Horse Lover's Companion
by Bathroom Readers' InstituteWhy the long face? This book really ponies up the fun! From Old West cowboy companions to magnificent Kentucky Derby winners, Uncle John trots out a beloved tome dedicated to our equine friends. Saddle up and read about the most hair-raising, hilarious, and heartfelt horse tales from around the world. You'll ride into the sunset with...The high-stepping Budweiser ClydesdalesThe secrets of Secretariat and other Triple Crown winnersHorse-tastic superlatives-the biggest, smallest, oldest, and fastestEquine myths exposed (such as, Seabiscuit wasn't really that famous)Pressing equine questions (Just how big is a hand, anyway?)The wild ponies of ChincoteagueWhat it takes to be a jockeyThe real horse whispererThe Texas prison rodeoStrange horsey lawsAnd much, much more!
Uncle Wiggily's Story Book
by Howard GarisA cheerful "bunny rabbit gentleman" with a wonderful knack for setting things right, he has been a reassuring friend to millions of children since early in the century. Uncle Wiggily's amusing stories speak to readers about familiar experiences, and feature a lively cast of children and animal characters: Toodle and Noodle Flat-Tail, two playful beavers; Nurse Jane Fuzzy Wuzzy, Uncle Wiggily's loyal muskrat housekeeper; Stubby Toes, the little boy who is helped by a sure-footed rabbit named Baby Bunty; Grandpa Goosey Gander; the Kite Boy; and many others. Full of charm, warmth, and old-fashioned fun.
Uncovering Dinosaur Behavior: What They Did and How We Know
by David HoneHow scientists are unravelling one of the most tantalizing questions in paleontologyOur understanding of dinosaur behavior has long been hampered by the inevitable lack of evidence from animals that went extinct more than sixty-five million years ago and whose daily behaviors are rarely reflected by the fossil record. Today, with the discovery of new specimens and the development of new and cutting-edge techniques, paleontologists are making major advances in reconstructing how dinosaurs lived and acted. Uncovering Dinosaur Behavior provides an unparalleled look at this emerging field of science, presenting the latest findings on dinosaur behavior and explaining how researchers interpret the often minimal and even conflicting information available to them.David Hone begins by introducing readers to the fundamentals of dinosaur biology, diversity, and evolution, and goes on to describe behaviors across the whole range of species and groups, from feeding and communication to reproduction, sociality, and combat. Speculation about dinosaur behavior goes back to the earliest scientific studies of these &“terrible lizards.&” Hone traces how pioneering science is opening a window into prehistoric life as never before, and discusses future directions of research in this thrilling and rapidly growing area of paleontology.Written by one of the world&’s leading dinosaur experts and featuring accurate color recreations by paleoartist Gabriel Ugueto along with a wealth of photos and diagrams, Uncovering Dinosaur Behavior is a foundational work on the subject and an invaluable reference for anyone interested in these amazing creatures.
Uncovering the Truth (Canine Defense)
by Carol J. PostA trail of threats… and a K-9 to shield them. When Alyssa Anderson stumbles upon her ex-boyfriend&’s illegal art theft operation, she goes on the run—and narrowly escapes a drive-by shooting. With the help of her high school sweetheart, Spencer Cavanaugh, and his service dog, Apollo, Alyssa tries to stay one step ahead of her ex who will do anything to find her. When hit men are sent to her hometown, Alyssa&’s life is in more danger than ever before. Can Spencer and Apollo protect her from a crime ring more sinister than they ever imagined?From Love Inspired Suspense: Courage. Danger. Faith.Canine Defense Book 1: Searching for EvidenceBook 2: Sniffing Out JusticeBook 3: Uncovering the Truth
The Undead Fox of Deadwood Forest
by Aubrey HartmanThis delightfully grim tale follows Clare, the lonely, undying Usher of souls to the Afterlife, as an unexpected friendship turns his solitary life upside down and takes him on a heartwarming exploration of moving on. Perfect for fans of Kate DiCamillo and Tim Burton! Clare is the undead fox of Deadwood Forest. Here, leaves grow in a perpetual state of fall: not quite dead, but not quite alive—just like Clare. Long ago, he was struck by a car, and, hovering between life and death, he was given the choice to either cross into the Afterlife or become an Usher of wandering souls. Clare chose the latter: a solitary life of guiding souls to their final resting place. Clare&’s quiet and predictable days are met with upheaval when a badger soul named Gingersnipes knocks on his door. Despite Clare&’s efforts to usher her into the Afterlife, the badger is unable to leave Deadwood. This is unprecedented. Baffling. A disturbing mystery which threatens the delicate balance between the living and the dead. Desperate for help, Clare and Gingersnipes set out on a treacherous journey to find Hesterfowl—the visionary grouse who recently foretold of turmoil in Deadwood. But upon their arrival, Hesterfowl divulges a shocking revelation that leaves Clare devastated, outraged, and determined to do anything to change his fate.
Under Siege (Beaumont Brothers Justice #4)
by Julie Anne LindseyIn her time of needHe&’s the perfect protection Josi Roberts&’s best friend is missing and teaming up with ranch hand Lincoln Beaumont is the key to bringing her home safe. But when their search is plagued by car chases, drive-by shootings, Molotov cocktails and house fires, staying calm is imperative. So is infiltrating an illegal fighting ring before time runs out. Will their fleeting romance—and very lives—be cut short by those determined to silence them?From Harlequin Intrigue: Seek thrills. Solve crimes. Justice served.Discover more action-packed stories in the Beaumont Brothers Justice series. All books are stand-alone with uplifting endings but were published in the following order: Book 1: Closing In On CluesBook 2: Always WatchingBook 3: Innocent WitnessBook 4: Under Siege
Under the Blanket Sky
by Tim FischerAn extraordinary debut picture book about a boy and his unusual friend—a majestic owl—and a long yet fleeting summer that changes them forever.In the spirit of The Velveteen Rabbit and Robert Frost&’s poem &“Nothing Gold Can Stay,&” here is a heartfelt and luminously illustrated story about friendship and eternal love.A lonely young boy is visited by a mysterious owl one sunny morning, forming an instant bond and a sense of belonging. What follows is a memorable summer full of playful adventures and shared, quiet joy. But when the owl must eventually continue his journey onward, the boy and the reader are left to reflect on the bittersweet nature of the passing of time, ultimately finding comfort in the remembrance of those who have passed through our lives and changed us forever.This stunning and unique book—which feels instantly both new and classic—is sure to spark beautiful conversations as families share it together. It embraces the inevitability of having to say goodbye and celebrates the stillness of ordinary places and the shimmering beauty that can be found there should we take the time to wait and listen.
Under the Dog Star: A Rachel Goddard Mystery (16pt Large Print Edition) (Rachel Goddard Mysteries #4)
by Sandra ParshallSomething frightening is happening in the mountain community of Mason County, Virginia. Pets are vanishing mysteriously and "Missing Dog" posters cover the waiting room walls at Dr. Rachel Goddard's veterinary clinic. A pack of feral canines roams at night, attacking livestock in a desperate search for food.Then prominent physician Gordon Hall is found dead in his yard, his throat ripped open. Sheriff's Department investigator Tom Bridger believes the killing was premeditated murder using a trained attack dog as the weapon. He also suspects it is connected to the resurgence of an old problem: illegal dog fighting. But Dr. Hall's son insists the feral pack killed his father, and he organizes a group of men to find and shoot the animals.Rachel and her friend Holly Turner make enemies by trying to rescue the dogs and move them to the sanctuary Holly has created. Tom, in love with Rachel and worried about her safety, must divide his time between the escalating controversy, shutting down the dog-fighting operation (if he can locate it), and hunting for Gordon Hall's killer....
Under the Paw: Confessions of a Cat Man
by Tom CoxFor years, Tom Cox might have seemed like a regular, hard-living sort of bloke -- a lover of late nights, rock music and beer -- but he had a dark furry secret. Tom was a cat lover. Always had been, in fact. For a while, he kept his passion in check, but there was only so long he could postpone his true dream, especially after he met Dee, his moggy-loving soulmate. In 2001, Tom left London and his job as a rock critic behind, and he and Dee, replete with Dee's cat Janet and three new kittens, moved to a remote part of Norfolk, a county where they knew not one living human soul. They thought it would be easy. They thought their cat madness had reached its limit. They were very wrong on both counts. In UNDER THE PAW, Tom records the chaos of owning seven of the most charismatic, idiotic and duplicitous cats in the country. How exactly does a person go from living a fancy-free young metropolitan life to suddenly thinking it is normal to be on 24-hour call for multiple sets of whiskers? What are the essential rules of disposing of a dead pheasant? How do you learn to love your wife's ex's favourite pet? Tom addresses all these issues and much more, encountering death, depression, flying fur and the first human sentence spoken by a feline along the way. Running through all the maelstrom is the heartbreaking story of his long and chequered relationship with The Bear, his oldest cat: a "painfully sensitive" survivor moggy who may or may not be an evil genius.
Under the Paw: Confessions of a Cat Man
by Tom CoxFor years, Tom Cox might have seemed like a regular, hard-living sort of bloke -- a lover of late nights, rock music and beer -- but he had a dark furry secret. Tom was a cat lover. Always had been, in fact. For a while, he kept his passion in check, but there was only so long he could postpone his true dream, especially after he met Dee, his moggy-loving soulmate. In 2001, Tom left London and his job as a rock critic behind, and he and Dee, replete with Dee's cat Janet and three new kittens, moved to a remote part of Norfolk, a county where they knew not one living human soul. They thought it would be easy. They thought their cat madness had reached its limit. They were very wrong on both counts. In UNDER THE PAW, Tom records the chaos of owning seven of the most charismatic, idiotic and duplicitous cats in the country. How exactly does a person go from living a fancy-free young metropolitan life to suddenly thinking it is normal to be on 24-hour call for multiple sets of whiskers? What are the essential rules of disposing of a dead pheasant? How do you learn to love your wife's ex's favourite pet? Tom addresses all these issues and much more, encountering death, depression, flying fur and the first human sentence spoken by a feline along the way. Running through all the maelstrom is the heartbreaking story of his long and chequered relationship with The Bear, his oldest cat: a "painfully sensitive" survivor moggy who may or may not be an evil genius.
Under the Paw
by Tom CoxFor years, Tom Cox might have seemed like a regular, hard-living sort of bloke -- a lover of late nights, rock music and beer -- but he had a dark furry secret. Tom was a cat lover. Always had been, in fact. For a while, he kept his passion in check, but there was only so long he could postpone his true dream, especially after he met Dee, his moggy-loving soulmate. In 2001, Tom left London and his job as a rock critic behind, and he and Dee, replete with Dee's cat Janet and three new kittens, moved to a remote part of Norfolk, a county where they knew not one living human soul. They thought it would be easy. They thought their cat madness had reached its limit. They were very wrong on both counts. In UNDER THE PAW, Tom records the chaos of owning seven of the most charismatic, idiotic and duplicitous cats in the country. How exactly does a person go from living a fancy-free young metropolitan life to suddenly thinking it is normal to be on 24-hour call for multiple sets of whiskers? What are the essential rules of disposing of a dead pheasant? How do you learn to love your wife's ex's favourite pet? Tom addresses all these issues and much more, encountering death, depression, flying fur and the first human sentence spoken by a feline along the way. Running through all the maelstrom is the heartbreaking story of his long and chequered relationship with The Bear, his oldest cat: a "painfully sensitive" survivor moggy who may or may not be an evil genius.
Under the Sea: Seek, find and celebrate nature's treasures with the Natural History Museum (My Nature Collection)
by Cameron MenziesA stunning and interactive exploration of the natural world, celebrating the diversity of natural treasures under the sea and published in partnership with the Natural History Museum London.My Nature Collection: Under the Sea is filled with beautifully detailed artwork, highlighted natural treasures and hidden features to spot on every page. Deep-dive into many remarkable corners of the sea and get to know their special features, from hermit crabs in the harbour to iguanas in the Galápagos, from seahorses in the sea grasses to algae below Antarctica. Search and find each wonder in context, with answers and further explanations at the back of the book.My Nature Collection book series encourages readers age 7 and up to look carefully and consider Earth's natural habitats in detail through interactive questions and up-close artwork. The perfect collection of books for treasure collectors, fact hunters and all lovers of nature!Series titles include: In the Rainforest / Under the Ground / Under the Sea / Up in the Air
Under the Sea (Glow in the Dark)
by Jean LewisTwo children go on a sea adventure while visiting their uncle and aunt.
Under the Sea with Jacques Cousteau
by Alan Kramer Pam Hirschfeld Jackie UrbanovicSeveral ocean animals including crabs sea turtles and whales discuss their unique characteristics in anticipation of a visit from marine explorer Jacques Cousteau. Each animal hopes to be featured in one of Cousteau's TV documentaries.
Under the Snow
by Melissa StewartA cozy look at the amazing ways animals behave and interact with their environments on a snowy day.When snow falls, we go home where it is warm and safe. But what about all those animals out there in the forests and fields? What do they do when snow blankets the ground? Award-winning science writer Melissa Stewart offers a lyrical tour of a variety of habitats, providing young readers with vivid glimpses of animals as they live out the winter beneath the snow and ice. Constance R. Bergum's glowing watercolors perfectly capture the wonder and magic that can happen under the snow.
Under the Stars (The Dolphin Diaries #4)
by Ben M. BaglioJody McGrath's dolphin dreams are coming true! Her whole family is researching dolphins - and Jody is recording all their exciting adventures in her diary. Jody is at Dolphin Haven in the Bahamas, where dolphins Bella, Misty, and Evie are about to give birth. Everyone is excited -but also worried. In the past, Evie's calves have died, and this may be her last chance to become a mother. Will her calf survive?
Under the Weather (The Adventures of Sophie Mouse #20)
by Poppy GreenSophie is jealous of the attention her brother gets from their parents while he&’s sick in this twentieth book of The Adventures of Sophie Mouse!When Sophie&’s brother, Winston, gets sick, Sophie feels bad for him…at first. But when she sees how much attention he&’s getting from their parents, she starts to feel something else: jealousy. Sophie normally loves school, but now she wishes she could stay home and play all day like Winston. But when Sophie begins to get the sniffles herself, she realizes she was much better off without them. With easy-to-read language and illustrations on almost every page, the Sophie Mouse chapter books are perfect for beginning readers!
Underbug: An Obsessive Tale of Termites and Technology
by Lisa MargonelliWho has the answer to the world&’s fuel problems? How can we bring ruined land back to life? Where do roboticists turn when they try to engineer a hive mind? Termites. Strange though it may seem, scientists are looking to these much-reviled insects as little guides to the biggest of ideas. Lisa Margonelli follows them to find out how termites could change the world. A masterpiece of popular science, Underbug touches on everything from metaphysical meditation, technological innovation and the psychology of obsession to good old-fashioned biology.
Underbug: An Obsessive Tale of Termites and Technology
by Lisa MargonelliThe award-winning journalist Lisa Margonelli, national bestselling author of Oil on the Brain: Petroleum’s Long, Strange Trip to Your Tank, investigates the environmental and economic impact termites inflict on human societies in this fascinating examination of one of nature’s most misunderstood insects.Are we more like termites than we ever imagined? In Underbug, the award-winning journalist Lisa Margonelli introduces us to the enigmatic creatures that collectively outweigh human beings ten to one and consume $40 billion worth of valuable stuff annually—and yet, in Margonelli’s telling, seem weirdly familiar. Over the course of a decade-long obsession with the little bugs, Margonelli pokes around termite mounds and high-tech research facilities, closely watching biologists, roboticists, and geneticists. Her globe-trotting journey veers into uncharted territory, from evolutionary theory to Edwardian science literature to the military industrial complex. What begins as a natural history of the termite becomes a personal exploration of the unnatural future we’re building, with darker observations on power, technology, historical trauma, and the limits of human cognition.Whether in Namibia or Cambridge, Arizona or Australia, Margonelli turns up astounding facts and raises provocative questions. Is a termite an individual or a unit of a superorganism? Can we harness the termite’s properties to change the world? If we build termite-like swarming robots, will they inevitably destroy us? Is it possible to think without having a mind? Underbug burrows into these questions and many others—unearthing disquieting answers about the world’s most underrated insect and what it means to be human.
Undercover Assignment (Rocky Mountain K-9 Unit #4)
by Dana MentinkFrom USA TODAY bestselling author Dana Mentink. This K-9 will stop at nothing to keep a child safe When a little boy is threatened, Officer Daniella Vargas and K-9 partner, Zara, are assigned to pose as his nanny to uncover the culprit&’s identity. Suspecting one of the guests in his inn, widower Sam Kavanaugh&’s only option is to begrudgingly trust Daniella and Zara to help. But can they solve the case and its mysterious connection to Sam&’s late wife before it&’s too late?From Love Inspired Suspense: Courage. Danger. Faith.Rocky Mountain K-9 Unit Book 1: Detection Detail by Terri ReedBook 2: Ready to Protect by Valerie HansenBook 3: Hiding in Montana by Laura ScottBook 4: Undercover Assignment by Dana MentinkBook 5: Defending from Danger by Jodie BaileyBook 6: Tracking a Killer by Elizabeth Goddard