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Battle in a Bottle (Class Pets)
by Frank AschIt's late at night and Big Gray, the monster cat, is on the prowl. Brother and sister mice, Molly and Jake, are safe inside the walls of P. S. 42, building their nests. Jake should have listened to Molly's advice and stayed inside.<P> But he wants nothing to do with school, class pets, or even kids. While Molly is learning the secret art of X-ray vision from Gino, Jake is getting into trouble on the playground in another tangle with Big Gray. The only place he can find to hide is inside a ketchup bottle... and that's when the battle begins!
Battle of the Beetles (Beetle Boy #3)
by M. G. LeonardThe final installment in the Beetle Boy trilogy!Cruel beetle fashionista Lucretia Cutter is still at large with her yellow ladybird spies. And now that she's brainwashed Darkus's father to stay by her side -- he, Virginia, and Bertolt are determined to stop her... once and for all. The final installment in the Beetle trilogy flies readers to Lucretia's secret Biome hidden in the Amazon rain forest. If they can't stop Lucretia, she will release her hoard of giant Frankenstein beetles, and the planet will never be the same again...Hope rests on an army of beetles and three determined children. Can Darkus and his friends, human and beetle alike, find it before it's too late?
Battle of the Best Friends
by Debbie Dadey Tatevik AvakyanIn this splashy new Mermaid Tale, a megapopular boy band is set to perform at an undersea celebration--but what if a mean girl keeps Shelly from joining in the fun?Echo, Shelly Siren's best friend, is doing tail flips because she's going to see the hottest boy band around--The Rays! It's her classmate Pearl's birthday, and the Rays are going to perform at her exclusive party. Troublemaker Pearl has invited just about everyone--everyone, that is, except Shelly! Shelly urges Echo to go anyway, but Echo doesn't want to leave her friend out of the exciting celebration...so Shelly hatches a plan to make sure Echo sees her favorite group. And when the Rays do come to town (amidst plenty of under-the-sea, boy band drama), Echo returns the favor so that Shelly is included in the festivities--in the most unexpected of ways!
Battle of the Brains: The Science Behind Animal Minds
by Jocelyn RishA Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection! This hilarious companion to Battle of the Butts examines the way animals use their brainpower for survival in the wild and encourages readers to rank animals based on their intellectual prowess. Birdbrained. Pigheaded. Batty. Bullheaded. When humans want to insult the intelligence of another person, they often compare them to an animal. But animals are smart. Really, really smart. There are animals that use tools. Others that can solve complex problems. Some have excellent memories. A few can even talk to us! With animals having such mighty minds, the question is: who has the best brainpower of them all? That&’s for you to decide! Full of fascinating facts throughout in a fun "battle of the minds" format, The Battle of the Brains includes a glossary and links to sources and activities at the end, making it the perfect read for any curious mind.
Battle of the Butts: The Science Behind Animal Behinds
by Jocelyn RishDid you know manatees swim using farts? Or that herrings communicate by passing gas?Butts are used for breathing, eating, swimming, talking, and even killing in the animal kingdom. Focusing on ten different animals and their derrières, and offering fun facts about their origin, habitat, and "posterior power," this hilarious book captures the wonder of our ecosystem. Which animal has the coolest butt power? That's up to you to decide!
Battleship: A Daring Heiress, a Teenage Jockey, and America's Horse
by Dorothy OursDorothy Ours's Battleship tells the moving story of a tough little horse, a gifted boy, and a woman ahead of her time.The youngest jockey, the smallest horse, and an unconventional heiress who disliked publicizing herself. Together, near Liverpool, England, they made a leap of faith on a spring day in 1938: overriding the jockey's father, trusting the boy and the horse that the British nicknamed the "American pony" to handle a race course that newspapers called "Suicide Lane." There, Battleship might become the first American racer to win England's monumental, century-old Grand National steeplechase. His rider, Great Britain's Bruce Hobbs, was only 17 years old.Hobbs started life with an advantage: his father, Reginald, was a superb professional horseman. But Reg Hobbs also made extreme demands, putting Bruce in situations that horrified the boy's mother and sometimes terrified the child. Bruce had to decide just how brave he could stand to be.On the other side of the Atlantic, the enigmatic Marion duPont grew up at the estate now known as James Madison's Montpelier—the refuge of America's "Father of the Constitution." Rejecting her chance to be a debutante, denied a corporate role because of her gender, Marion chose a pursuit where horses spoke for her. Taking on the world's toughest race, she would leave her film star husband, Randolph Scott, a continent away and be pulled beyond her own control. With its reach from Lindbergh's transatlantic flight to Cary Grant's Hollywood, Battleship is an epic tale of testing your true worth.
Batwheels Save the Day! (DC Batman: Batwheels)
by Random HouseBam the Batmobile comes to life in this full-color board book inspired by the hit pre-school animated series DC Batwheels!Bam the Batmobile roars onto the streets to fight crime—and maybe learn a few everyday lessons along the way—in the hit preschool TV animated series DC Batwheels. This sturdy full-color board board book, based on the Cartoon Network/HBOmax series, is a great way for young fans who love vehicle and super hero action to enjoy Bam and the Batwheels' adventures again and again.
Baucher and His School: A SERIOUS WORD WITH THE RIDERS OF GERMANY
by Michael L. M. Fletcher Albert-Eugène Edouard DecarpentryBaucher and his School (1948) is an original biography of the "greatest écuyer of all time," François Baucher. Decarpentry comments on the discoveries of one of the most prolific innovators in Equestrian Art. This book comprises the equestrian biography of Baucher, an analytical examination of his method, and its lasting effect on French equitation. Decarpentry's treatise is essential for understanding the importance of Baucher, a phenomenal figure in the history of equitation. Appendix I includes excerpts from the memoir of Louis Rul, clarified and completed by his friend Eugène Caron. Their accounts provide valuable first hand anecdotes of the life and times of Baucher. Appendix II consists of excerpts from 'Baucher and his Art: Serious Warning to the Riders of Germany' by Louis Seeger, Baucher's German rival. Seeger studied Baucher's method with malevolent blindness, but also with indisputable competence. With rigorous examination, Seeger compares and contrasts his own method to Baucher's 'nouvelle méthode.' This counter-argument sheds light on the 'German' versus 'French' method that has endured even today. One of Baucher's lasting effects on equitation is the ideas of 'riding in lightness'. Baucher constantly questioned his and the established methods, experimented and innovated through lifelong trial and error in search of truth. "The appearance of Baucherism started a new era in dressage." prolific innovators in Equestrian Art. This book comprises the equestrian biography of Baucher, an analytical examination of his method, and its lasting effect on French equitation. Decarpentry's treatise is essential for understanding the importance of Baucher, a phenomenal figure in the history of equitation.
Baxter (The Puppy Place #19)
by Ellen MilesBased on the popularity of the White House's own pet, a Portuguese Water Dog is coming to the Puppy Place! Charles and Lizzie are so excited to take care of this specially bred Portuguese Water Dog. It's not every day that a dog like this is given up for fostering. But when the poor pooch has trouble living without his former owner, Lizzie needs to use all of her puppy knowledge to find the perfect home for this pup.
Baxter is Missing: A Branches Book (Owl Diaries #6)
by Rebecca ElliottEva's pet bat, Baxter, is missing in the sixth installment of this New York Times bestselling series!Pick a book. Grow a Reader!This series is part of Scholastic's early chapter book line, Branches, aimed at newly independent readers. With easy-to-read text, high-interest content, fast-paced plots, and illustrations on every page, these books will boost reading confidence and stamina. Branches books help readers grow!In book 6, a famous author is coming to Treetopolis! Eva and her classmates each have to write a story to share with the author. Eva's excited! But then something terrible happens: Her pet bat, Baxter, goes missing! Eva can't think of anything to write about -- except how much she misses Baxter! With help from her friends, Eva looks everywhere for Baxter. She even hangs up MISSING posters! Where could Baxter be? And will Eva finish her story in time for the author's visit?Continue this book series with “Eva the Owlet,” an Apple TV+ original series!
Baxter, the Pig Who Wanted to Be Kosher
by Laurel SnyderBaxter is a curious pig. So when he learns about something called Shabbat dinner, he can't wait to find out what all the fuss is about. But when he tries to wrangle an invitation he's told in no uncertain terms that he can't be part of Shabbat dinner--after all, he's not kosher.* So begins Baxter's quest to become kosher, and a series of misunderstandings involving endless jars of pickles and loaves and loaves of challah. Will Baxter ever have a place at the Shabbat table? Not to worry. While learning about the meaning of Shabbat (and what is or isn't kosher--oy!), Baxter comes to know the warmth and welcome that is an essential part of the Friday night table. *kosher: food that meets traditional biblical standards for Jewish munching. Pigs are not kosher.
Bay Area Wildlife: An Irreverent Guide
by Jeff MillerLearn about the wildlife of the Bay Area from a lifelong protector of endangered species, and enjoy the wild ride.Jeff Miller's quirky guide to the coolest animal neighbors in the Bay Area will have you gawking at elk, whooping with cranes, and crowning yourself a crossing guard for newts before you know it. Join Jeff on a local safari to meet more than sixty species of mammals, birds, fish, reptiles, amphibians, and insects, and discover the fascinating and sometimes bizarre mating, feeding, and athletic antics of our most charismatic animals.Portraits by Obi Kaufmann, the renowned conservationist artist who created The California Field Atlas, bring each animal to vivid life alongside fun facts, comical photos, and maps to help you scope out the best spots to find your furred, feathered, slimy, and slithery friends. Imbued with the author’s deep compassion for the well-being of our local fauna, Bay Area Wildlife reveals why each of these creatures matters, as well as the threats that loom over our region's incredible biodiversity.
Baya, Baya, Lulla-by-a
by Megan McdonaldAs a mother in rural India sings to her baby, a weaverbird builds a nest for its young.
Bayesian Analysis of Spatially Structured Population Dynamics (Ecological Studies #253)
by Qing ZhaoThe book introduces a series of state-of-art Bayesian models that can be used to understand and predict spatially structured population dynamics in our changing world. Several chapters are devoted to introducing models that utilize detection/non-detection data, count data, combined count and capture-recapture data, and spatial capture-recapture data, respectively. The book provides R code of Metropolis-Hastings algorithms that allow efficient computing of these complex models. The book is aimed at graduate students and researchers who are interested in using and further developing these models.
Be Brave Little Penguin
by Giles AndreaeA feel-good rhyming story with a positive message about confidence and self-esteem, from the creators of international bestseller, Giraffes Can't Dance.Little Penguin Pip-Pip would love to join in with all his friends swimming in the sea, but there's just one problem . . . he's scared of water. Can Pip-Pip overcome his fears and finally take the plunge? This irresistible story shows that sometimes all it takes is a little bit of encouragement - and a whole lot of heart - to finally make that leap!This touching tale will soon become a new family favourite.Praise for Giraffes Can't Dance:'All toddlers should grow up reading this or hearing their parents read it aloud to them' - Daily Telegraph'A rhyming story with superb illustrations' - Independent'This delightful picture book is written in lively rhyming text with vivacious illustrations' - Junior
Be Brown!
by Barbara BottnerSit! Stay! Be quiet! Why won't this naughty dog behave? This boisterous new picture book introduces a rambunctious pooch and the young owner who is determined to keep him in line. But when your crazy canine just won't listen, what's a kid to do? Find out as these two learn the power of compromise and the importance of being yourself, with a sweet and funny resolution that will leave everybody happy.
Be Careful What You Sniff For #1
by Nancy Krulik Sebastien BraunSent to the backyard for breaking a tick-tock-ticking toy, Sparky (an adorable but clumsy sheepdog puppy) immediately begins his favorite activity: diggety-dig-digging. Little does he know, he's about to dig up the most amazing toy ever--a magic bone! With one bite into that sparkling bone, Sparky is magically transported to London, where he makes new friends, sees the sights, and gets into a bit of trouble. Join Sparky on his adventure to see how he escapes and makes it back home!
Be Glad Your Dad...(Is Not an Octopus!)
by Jared Chapman Matthew Logelin Sara JensenBe glad your dad is not a dog, because he would lick your face to say hello!Most of the time, you're glad your dad is your dad, until he gets grouchy, bossy, or just totally gross. Then you wish you could swap him for something else. But be careful what you wish for, because it could be way worse....In this silly what-if story, kids will roar with laughter at the misadventures of a monkey dad, an alligator dad, a whale dad, and even a unicorn dad! But nothing can replace the dads who love them more than anything in the whole wide world.Be sure to check out the fun facts about the animals in the story in the back of the book!
Be My Lobster: & never let me go (Be a...)
by Sarah FordThe perfect romantic gift. When it comes to finding perfect love, lobsters are the best. They don't care about gifts, unless they're homemade, or about grand gestures...lovely little ones will do! With your lobster, it's about the real stuff...lying on your back to watch clouds, tickling each other until you need to pee, or devouring a box set all in one go. Ways you will know you have found your lobster and not just fished out another crab: they will chuckle at the same jokes, let you share their fries and will buckle up to accompany you on this crazy ride called life.
Be My Valentine
by Rosemary WellsLove is in the air! Mrs. Jenkins asks her class to celebrate Valentine's Day the nice way -- by making special valentines for everyone. There's plenty of red-hot zingers, Mount Fuji drops, peppermint hearts, and glitter to go around, making this the best Valentine's Day ever.
Be Nice to Spiders
by Margaret Bloy GrahamBilly gives his spider to the zoo to look after. The zookeepers think the spider's webs look messy and so get rid of them. But soon the zookeeper finds a reason to be nice to spiders.
Be Thankful, Pout-Pout Fish (A Pout-Pout Fish Mini Adventure #10)
by Deborah DiesenThe star of the New York Times bestselling series is back to celebrate Thanksgiving in Be Thankful, Pout-Pout Fish, an original board book from author Deborah Diesen and illustrator Dan Hanna.Gobble! Gobble! It’s Thanksgiving under the sea, and Mr. Fish has much to be grateful for. Toddlers will love swimming along with the pout-pout fish as he turns little pouts into big smiles in this original board book.
Be Well, Beware (Beware the Mare #3)
by Jessie HaasA Child Study Association of America Book of the Year: Lily&’s beloved horse Beware is sick—can Lily save her? Something&’s wrong with Beware. Lily knows the minute she spies the mare standing under the trees, the way Beware does in summer to get away from the heat. But today there&’s no shade beneath the bare branches, and it&’s freezing out. When Lily calls for her, Beware doesn&’t come trotting over. She doesn&’t move, even when Lily offers her an apple core. She isn&’t injured, because Lily can&’t find any cuts or bruises on her. But when Lily tells her to walk, Beware&’s back legs buckle and she nearly falls down! Beware is sick, but she has no fever and is still eating a little bit. The vet makes a diagnosis, but the treatments don&’t help. Surgery may be the only answer. But it&’s expensive—and dangerous. Will Beware survive? Lily needs more than hopes and prayers—she needs a miracle: Somehow, she has to find a way to save her.
Be Yourself Buddy (Little Bugs Big Feelings)
by Hollie HughesAn empowering rhyming story about finding the confidence to buzz to your own beat, set in the exciting, vibrant 'Little Bugs, Big Feelings' minibeast world.In the wild patch of the garden, under brambles roaming freeLive little bugs whose feelings are as big as big can be . . .The bees are busy preparing for the Bug Town Summer Ball, where they'll bring their famous honey to share. But little Buddy wishes that just once he could bring something different.Can he find the courage to spread his wings and discover his own gift?Inspiring the littlest bugs to be proud of who they are, and follow their own passions. Beautifully brought to life by Hollie Hughes and Nila Aye, creators of You Can Do It, Clover!
Be a Birder: Longlisted for the Wainwright Prize 2024
by Hamza Yassin'He is delight and joy personified' - Marian Keyes'Set to become BBC's next David Attenborough' - Daily Mail'Brings a little bit of joy to us all' - GuardianDiscover the wonderful world of birdwatching with wildlife cameraman Hamza Yassin - winner of BBC One's Strictly Come Dancing 2022 and presenter of BBC documentary Hamza: Strictly Birds of Prey 'Birds have been with me my entire life - from the colourful weaver birds on the banks of the Nile in Sudan to the magpies of Newcastle, from the roosting peregrine falcons near my parents' house in Northampton to the white-tailed eagles on the west coast of Scotland. I love them. If you take the time to stop and listen, you'll see the world through different eyes. It's all out there, waiting for you to find it. And it might just bring you as much joy as it's brought me.'Journey along with Hamza in Be a Birder as he recounts stories of his birding adventures, and shares tips and tricks to help you get started in birdwatching.In this beautifully illustrated guide featuring fifty of Hamza's favourite birds, you will learn how to start identifying birds, understand their behaviour and movements, and find even more exciting birds, wherever you are. Starting with the goldfinch in your garden, to tawny owls in woodlands, to the elusive kingfisher near rivers and marshes, you will build your birdwatching confidence and push yourself further afield to find new feathered wonders.Encouraging us all to stop, step outside and listen, Be a Birder is both a practical guide and a joyous celebration of these incredible creatures. Once you start looking for them, and with Hamza as your guide, your world will be forever changed.