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Gophers (Nature's Children)
by Jen GreenHow many different kinds of gophers are there? Where do gophers live? What are a gopher's enemies? How fast to a gopher's nails grow? Find the answers to these questions, and learn much more about the physical characteristics, behavior, habitat, and lives of gophers.
Goppamanavatavadi Mother Theresa
by M. JayaramireddyMother Theresa is the life story of the great social worker and noble prizer winner Mother Theresa telling students the story of her life, and the work she has done in India.
Gordon Korman 2-Book Collection
by Gordon KormanHere are two adventure-packed novels perfect for introducing middle grade readers to the work of #1 New York Times bestselling author Gordon Korman.Ungifted: When Donovan Curtis pulls a major prank at his middle school, he thinks he's finally gone too far. But thanks to a mix-up by one of the administrators, instead of getting in trouble, Donovan is sent to a special program for gifted and talented students. The program couldn't be a more perfectly unexpected hideout for someone like him. But as the students and teachers grow to realize that Donovan may not be good at math or science (or just about anything), he shows that his gifts may be exactly what these students never knew they needed.Masterminds: In idyllic Serenity, New Mexico, honesty and integrity are valued above all else. The thirty kids who live there never lie--they know it's a short leap from that to the awful problems of other, less fortunate places. Then one day Eli Frieden bikes to the edge of the city limits and something so crazy and unexpected happens, it changes everything. Action-packed and full of unexpected twists, this new series is perfect for young fans of James Patterson and John Grisham.
Gordon Parks: How the Photographer Captured Black and White America
by Carole Boston Weatherford Jamey ChristophGordon Parks is most famous for being the first black director in Hollywood. But before he made movies and wrote books, he was a poor African American looking for work. When he bought a camera, his life changed forever. He taught himself how to take pictures and before long, people noticed. This is a fixed-format ebook, which preserves the design and layout of the original print book.
Gordon’s Game: Third in the hilarious rugby adventure series for 9-to-12-year-olds who love sport
by Paul Howard Gordon D'ArcyGordon is back again for his biggest challenge yet in the third book of the hilarious Gordon's Game series!__________Gordon D'Arcy has achieved a lot in his short life. He has won the Six Nations with Ireland and the European Cup with Leinster.Not bad for a boy who's still at school!Now, he has a brand-new opportunity - the chance to play for the famous British and Irish Lions as they tour South Africa. But before he can get on the plane, he must overcome the injury that threatens to end his career, and make the difficult choice between rugby and friendship.Gordon has to help Clive Woodward pull off a series win against South Africa and their fearsome forwards - the notorious Bomb Squad.And he certainly has to keep his wits about him when he finds himself in a wildlife reserve, surrounded by animals that want to eat him for dinner!Is another dream about to come true for Gordon D'Arcy? Or has this young Lion finally bitten off more than he can chew?
Gordon's Game: The hilarious rugby adventure book for children aged 9-12 who love sport
by Paul Howard Gordon D'ArcyA rugby-mad boy. A huge game. And a chance for an epic win . . . or an epic fail!Gordon D'Arcy is an ordinary boy, but he's not so ordinary once he gets a rugby ball in his hands. He's the star player for Wexford Wanderers and dreams of one day wearing the Ireland jersey. A dream like that means hard work, raw talent and never losing sight of your goals.But Gordon has a wild streak that often lands him in trouble. Mum and Dad think that if he can just channel his energy, all will be well. Then something utterly mad happens and he gets a chance to live his biggest dream. Can he stay on his game and do everyone proud? Or will trouble follow him . . . like it usually does? Gordon's Game is a funny and inspiring adventure for rugby lovers of all ages!'A cracking read . . . which will appeal to all the family' Irish Country Magazine
Gordon’s Game: Blue Thunder
by Paul Howard Gordon D'ArcyGordon is back for more mayhem and mischief in the second book in the laugh-out-loud Gordon's Game series!__________Gordon D'Arcy - the only kid at school with a Six Nations medal hidden under his pillow! Though helping Ireland to win the Grand Slam feels like it was just a dream.Now, he's been given a brand new challenge - the chance to play for Leinster.After learning so many lessons playing for Ireland - including how to make a complete eejit of himself in front of millions of people - fitting in at Leinster should be a breeze. Right?Unfortunately, not. After his first training session, he sees why the team is mocked for being 'soft' (those stories about players wearing fake tan? All true!). Now he knows why so many people from Leinster support Munster.But Gordon settles down to work under an inspiring coach named Joe Schmidt. Joe promises that, with hard work, discipline and a bit of self-belief, Leinster can win the European Cup.Maybe another dream can come true!
Gordon's New View (Thomas & Friends)
by Richard Courtney W. AwdryGORDON IS RARELY willing to help out the other engines when they're busy with work. He feels that he is above it all. Ultimately, Gordon learns a very important lesson - when he least expects it, and in a very interesting way.
Gorgeous
by Rachel VailShe's looking good . . . but Allison Avery can't believe it. Growing up with beautiful, blond sisters, Allison has always been the dark-haired, "interesting-looking" Avery. So when the devil shows up and offers to make her gorgeous, Allison jumps at the chance to finally get noticed. But there's one tiny catch, and it's not her soul: The devil wants her cell phone. Though her deal with the devil seems like a good idea at the time, Allison soon realizes that being gorgeous isn't as easy as it looks. Are her new friends and boyfriend for real, or do they just like her pretty face? Allison can't trust anyone anymore, and her possessed phone and her family's financial crisis aren't making things any easier. Plus, when she finds out that she might be America's next teen model, all hell breaks loose. Allison may be losing control, but how far is she willing to go to stay gorgeous forever? Following the critically acclaimed Lucky, Rachel Vail continues her poignant sisterhood trilogy with the rebellious middle Avery sister, Allison. Fiery, sarcastic, and just plain fun, gorgeous captures the heartbreak and hilarity in one girl's attempt to have it all.
Gorgeously Me!
by Jonathan Van Ness Kamala M. NairA celebration of all the things that make you extraordinary, unique, and gorgeously YOU, by Jonathan Van Ness, New York Times bestselling author and star of the Netflix hit show Queer Eye. <P><P> I won't be afraid to stand out <P>or show the world what I'm all about. <P>I am exactly who I'm meant to be. <P>Perfectly, happily, gorgeously me! <P><P> Being true to yourself and showing the world who you are isn't always easy. Gorgeously Me assures young readers that they are loved and cherished, exactly as they are. A joyous, lyrical ode of pride and self love and a celebration of all of the things that make us exceptional. <P><P>Perfect for fans of I Am Enough by Grace Byers and The World Needs Who You Were Made to Be by Joanna Gaines. <p> <b>New York Times Bestseller</b>
The Gorgon Slayer
by Gary PaulsenWarren Trumbull grunted as he pedaled up the hill. He didn't grunt because the hill was steep --after pedaling up it every weekday since summer vacation had begun, he was used to it. He grunted because he was pedaling for speed. Along the hilltop ran a unicorn crossing. Warren didn't like anything mythological, and 'corns were the worst.
The Gorgon's Gaze (Companions Quartet #2)
by Julia GoldingMailins Wood is home to the last surviving gorgon, and Col's mother, the gorgon's Companion, is determined to save it from encroaching development--even to the point of endangering Col and his best friend Connie, the most powerful Companion alive.
Gorgonzola Zombies in the Park
by Elizabeth Levy[from inside dust jacket flaps] "Is there really a zombie in Central Park? Sam and Robert's cousin Mabel is a real pain. She managed to insult both of them before even saying hello. But Sam's plan for revenge is getting a little out of control. He told Mabel that all the statues in Central Park used to be alive before the Gorgonzola Zombie breathed on them and turned them to stone. When scary things start to happen and the sound of drums seems to follow them everywhere, Robert and Mabel are convinced it's because of the Zombie's bad voodoo. Sam thinks there must be another explanation, but then something so creepy happens that even he's a little worried. The Gorgonzola Zombie is just something he made up--isn't it?!" Pictures are described. "Elizabeth Levy's funny follow-up to DRACULA IS A PAIN IN THE NECK and FRANKENSTEIN MOVED IN ON THE FOURTH floor will delight all her fans who have been clamoring for another Sam and Robert Bamford spine-tingling adventure." Look for these books and more of Elizabeth Levy's books in the Bookshare library including: Take Two, They're Small, My Life as a Fifth Grade Comedian, The Gymnast and the Amber Brown series, and more.
Gorilas (Animals en espanol)
by Jaclyn Jaycox¡Los gorilas son los primates ma´s grandes del mundo! Estos amables mami´feros deambulan por la selva,viven en grupos grandes y buscan frutas y brotes de bambu´ para alimentarse. Sube a los a´rboles y conoce a estos poderosos y amigables primates.
Gorilla
by Anthony BrowneHannah has an imaginative outlet--she adores gorillas. On the eve of her birthday, a toy gorilla magically comes to life, and together the two swing through the trees to the zoo. An exuberant story of a lonely girl and a winsome ape. Full color. Copyright © Libri GmbH. All rights reserved.
The Gorilla: A MyReportLinks.com Book
by Carl R. GreenDiscusses what gorillas are, why they are endangered, what their current status is, and what is being done to help them. Includes Internet links to Web sites related to gorillas.
Gorilla Blues
by Trinka EnellOne night, Molly meets an unhappy gorilla named Griff who was caught in a blizzard on his way to Florida. Like Molly, Griff’s friends have moved away. Will Molly be able to help Griff on his way to Florida without waking her family?
Gorilla Dawn
by Gill Lewis Susan MeyerTwo children captured by a band of rebel soldiers in the Congo vow to protect an orphaned gorilla baby in this powerful, thought-provoking, and vividly compelling novel from award-winning storyteller Gill Lewis.Deep in the heart of the Congo, a baby gorilla is captured by a group of rebel soldiers. Imara and Bobo are also prisoners in the rebels’ camp. When they learn that the gorilla will be sold into captivity, they swear to return it to the wild before it’s too late. But the consequences of getting caught are too terrible to think about. Will the bond between the gorilla and the children give them the courage they need to escape?
Gorilla Doctors: Saving Endangered Great Apes (Scientists in the Field Series)
by Pamela S. TurnerMountain gorillas are playful, curious, and protective of their families. They are also one of the most endangered species in the world. For years, mountain gorillas have faced the threat of death by poachers. Funds raised by "gorilla tourism"-bringing people into the forest to see gorillas-have helped protect them. This tourism is vital, but contact between gorillas and people brought a new threat to the gorillas: human disease. The Mountain Gorilla Veterinary Project is a group of scientists working to save the mountain gorilla population in Rwanda and Uganda. The gorilla doctors study the effects of human exposure, provide emergency care, and act as foster parents to an orphaned gorilla.
Gorilla Doctors / Saving Yalala (Fountas & Pinnell Classroom, Guided Reading)
by Alan Ching Amit TayalNIMAC-sourced textbook
Gorilla Gorilla
by Carol FennerThe birth and youth of a male gorilla in the East African highlands and his subsequent experiences living in a zoo.
Gorilla Thumps and Bear Hugs: A Tapping Solution Children's Story
by Alex OrtnerAnnabel dreams of one day being a scientist, but teasing from other kids at school has hurt her confidence and left her feeling sad and alone. Join her as she learns how to use the Magical Tapping Technique to quickly release her sadness and regain her confidence.Through the book, you&’ll learn about the scientifically proven technique commonly known as &“Tapping&” and how you can use it for both yourself and your child to overcome stress, anxiety, negative emotions, and much more. Your child will love the fun descriptions and illustrations for each point, such as the Super Eagle Eye Point, Lion Cry Point, Dragon Fire Point, Wolf Point, and more.Your child will be having a blast as they howl, hug, thump on their chest, act like a monkey, and more . . . all while learning how they can use Tapping to help themselves in real life!
Gorilla Walk (Adventures Around the World)
by Ted Lewin Betsy LewinIn this delightful nonfiction travelogue, the Lewins trek through southern Uganda to visit mountain gorillas in their natural habitat.The Lewins trek through the heat, humidity, mud, and dense vegetation of the Impenetrable Forest of southern Uganda to visit mountain gorilla families and observe the gorillas in their natural habitat.
Gorillas (Penguin Young Readers, Level 3)
by Patricia Brennan DemuthWhat do baby gorillas like to do in the jungle? They swing in the trees, and play tag in the bushes. They even get piggyback rides from their mothers. You can find out all about gorillas in this exciting book!
Gorillas (Animals)
by Jaclyn JaycoxGorillas are the largest primates in the world! These gentle mammals roam through the jungle, living in big groups as they search for fruit and bamboo shoots to eat. Climb through the trees to learn all about these strong, social primates.