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Jake Plays Ball: Biblical Values (I Can Read! #Level 2)
by Crystal BowmanJake’s friend Jason comes over to play with Jake and wants to play baseball. After Jason hits the ball several times, Jake wants a turn to bat. Jake keeps striking out, so Jason gets frustrated and goes home. Jake is discouraged at his inability to play baseball. Mother assures Jake that with patience, practice, and God’s help, he will learn to hit the ball too. Grandma comes over for a visit and Jake asks her to play baseball with him. Grandma has the time, patience, and encouragement Jake needs to learn how to hit the ball.
Jake Ransom Complete Collection
by James RollinsBestselling novelist James Rollins brings to life the adventures of Jake Ransom, who became an orphan when his archaeologist parents disappeared on a dig three years ago. They left behind tokens--half of an ancient coin for Jake, and the other half for his sister Kady--that fit perfectly into one of their famous discoveries. When everything falls into place, Jake and Kady find themselves in the mysterious, bizarre world of Pangea--home of vicious raptors, bloodthirsty plants, and dark Mayan and Egyptian rituals. And whatever caught their parents is still hungry.The books described as "Indiana Jones for tweens" are perfect for fans of Alex Rider, Percy Jackson, and National Treasure. Includes Jake Ransom and the Skull King's Shadow and Jake Ransom and the Howling Sphinx.
Jake Ransom and the Howling Sphinx
by James RollinsUsing his father's watch as a key, Jake intends to return to Calypsos. Instead he's thrust into a strange desert land where he's joined by his friends Marika, Pindor, and Bach'uuk and his sister, Kady. As they try to figure out what to do next, a surprise attack by the beautiful young Princess Nefertiti takes them all captive.Soon even she is battling the Skull King's minions. For Jake has something the Skull King wants--a prize that will give its owner awesome power, including control of the fearsome Howling Sphinx. In a new pounding adventure, Jake races against time to outfight and outwit Kalverum Rex, knowing that if the Skull King wins, he'll be unstoppable.Filled with unexpected danger, challenging puzzles, and dazzling action, this is a first-rate, fast-paced thriller--a read only James Rollins could have created!
Jake Ransom and the Howling Sphinx
by James RollinsUsing his father's watch as a key, Jake intends to return to Calypsos. Instead he's thrust into a strange desert land where he's joined by his friends Marika, Pindor, and Bach'uuk and his sister, Kady. As they try to figure out what to do next, a surprise attack by the beautiful young Princess Nefertiti takes them all captive.Soon even she is battling the Skull King's minions. For Jake has something the Skull King wants--a prize that will give its owner awesome power, including control of the fearsome Howling Sphinx. In a new pounding adventure, Jake races against time to outfight and outwit Kalverum Rex, knowing that if the Skull King wins, he'll be unstoppable.Filled with unexpected danger, challenging puzzles, and dazzling action, this is a first-rate, fast-paced thriller--a read only James Rollins could have created!
Jake Ransom and the Howling Sphinx
by James RollinsThe second in the action-packed Jake Ransom series from blockbuster adult author James Rollins. High adventure at its best.An ancient and priceless ruby - the Eye of Ra - has been found beneath the Egyptian sands in the Valley of the Kings.Legend has it the jewel holds immense power, but it has fallen into the wrong hands - which means trouble for Jake and Kady Ransom, and an action-packed adventure as the pair are catapulted into an ancient land of shifting sands, dark magic and dangerous enemies . . . Can Jake and Kady survive and outwit the Skull King himself?
Jake Ransom and the Howling Sphinx (Jake Ransom #2)
by James RollinsUsing his father's watch as a key, Jake intends to return to Calypsos. Instead he's thrust into a strange desert land where he's joined by his friends Marika, Pindor, and Bach'uuk and his sister, Kady. As they try to figure out what to do next, a surprise attack by the beautiful young Princess Nefertiti takes them all captive. Soon even she is battling the Skull King's minions. For Jake has something the Skull King wants-a prize that will give its owner awesome power, including control of the fearsome Howling Sphinx. In a new pounding adventure, Jake races against time to outfight and outwit Kalverum Rex, knowing that if the Skull King wins, he'll be unstoppable. Filled with unexpected danger, challenging puzzles, and dazzling action, this is a first-rate, fast-paced thriller-a read only James Rollins could have created!
Jake Ransom and the Skull King's Shadow
by James RollinsWhen a mysterious envelope arrives for Jake Ransom, he and his older sister, Kady, are plunged into a gripping chain of events. An artifact found by their parents--on the expedition from which they never returned--leads Jake and Kady to a strange world inhabited by a peculiar mix of long-lost civilizations, a world that may hold the key to their parents' disappearance.But even as they enter the gate to this extraordinary place, savage grackyls soar across the sky, diving to attack. Jake's new friends, the pretty Mayan girl Marika and the Roman Pindor, say the grackyls were created by an evil alchemist--the Skull King. And as Jake struggles to find a way home, it becomes obvious that what the Skull King wants most is Jake and Kady--dead or alive.
Jake Ransom and the Skull King's Shadow
by James RollinsThree years ago, a mysterious package arrived for Jake and Kady Ransom. Inside were two halves of a Mayan gold coin, their mother's sketchbook and their father's notebook. But their architect parents failed to return from an expedition to the site of a long-lost Mayan civilization. Now Jake and Kady are plunged into a terrifying adventure. Someone is very interested in what's happened to their parents. And in Jake and Kady themselves. So begins a journey into a world of dangers both ancient and modern. Can Jake and Kady survive long enough to solve the mystery?
Jake Ransom and the Skull King's Shadow (Jake Ransom #1)
by James RollinsWhen a mysterious envelope arrives for Jake Ransom, he and his older sister, Kady, are plunged into a gripping chain of events. An artifact found by their parents--on the expedition from which they never returned--leads Jake and Kady to a strange world inhabited by a peculiar mix of long-lost civilizations, a world that may hold the key to their parents' disappearance. But even as they enter the gate to this extraordinary place, savage grackyls soar across the sky, diving to attack. Jake's new friends, the pretty Mayan girl Marika and the Roman Pindor, say the grackyls were created by an evil alchemist--the Skull King. And as Jake struggles to find a way home, it becomes obvious that what the Skull King wants most is Jake and Kady--dead or alive.
Jake Reynolds: Chicken or Eagle? (Orca Young Readers)
by Sara LeachEleven-year-old Jake Reynolds wants to save seal pups from the talons of bald eagles, protect his little sister Sierra and confront the wolf he is sure stalks Hidalgo Island. But his best friend Emily calls him a chicken, comforts Sierra when she falls and doesn't believe the wolf exists. Even as Jake hears howling in the night, part of him hopes Emily is right; he may dream of being a hero, but he is terrified by the thought of running into a wolf. When Jake leads Emily into the woods in search of adventure, he finds more than he bargained for—and discovers things about himself that he never knew existed.
Jake Starts School
by Michael WrightJake's first day of school is going to be fun and exciting, right? Well, maybe not. There it was. Room Number 1, where Jake would join his class. It looked so big, he felt so small, he passed a little gas.
Jake Stays Awake
by Michael WrightJAKE STAYS AWAKE Jake can't sleep. He climbs into bed with his mom and dad. Now Jake's parents can't sleep. Even the dog is awake. This family needs a good night's rest. Where can they sleep? The answer will delight and reassure children and their (sleep-deprived) parents!
Jake and Lily
by Jerry SpinelliThis is a story about me, Lily. And me, Jake. We're twins and we're exactly alike. Not exactly! Whatever. This is a book we wrote about the summer we turned eleven and Jake ditched me. Please. I just started hanging out with some guys in the neighborhood. Right. So anyway, this is a book about goobers and supergoobers bullies clubhouses true friends things getting built and wrecked and rebuilt and about figuring out who we are. We wrote this together (sort of) so you'll get to see both sides of our story. But you'll probably agree with my side. You always have to have the last word, don't you? Yes!
Jake and Lily
by Jerry SpinelliFor almost as long as they can remember, Jake and Lily have shared a "special sense". But their bond seems to be weakening as, at age 11, Jake starts spending more time with new friends than with Lily; upset and rejected, Lily has no one to confide in except her grandfather. Lily tries to find out who she is without her brother, but it's hard work. Her feeling of abandonment is as sharply felt as Jake's need to test his independence. Spinelli celebrates each child's individualism and growing self-awareness.
Jake and Lily
by Jerry SpinelliFor almost as long as they can remember, Jake and Lily have shared a "special sense". But their bond seems to be weakening as, at age 11, Jake starts spending more time with new friends than with Lily; upset and rejected, Lily has no one to confide in except her grandfather. Lily tries to find out who she is without her brother, but it's hard work. Her feeling of abandonment is as sharply felt as Jake's need to test his independence. Spinelli celebrates each child's individualism and growing self-awareness.
Jake and the Forest Pirates
by Jason LarkinJake, a young boy with a head of blonde curls and twinkling blue eyes, thrives on the thrill of excitement. Unlike most, his adventures unfold in the magical realm of dreams that come to life each night. Once the lights dim and his eyes gently close, Jake either steps back into an ongoing adventure or embarks on a new one awaiting his arrival. Along his nocturnal journeys, he befriends a whimsical cast of characters, be they animals or people, each sharing his zest for the magical adventures in which they find themselves involved. As daylight beckons, Jake’s anticipation grows for the nightly quests that lie ahead, making him possibly the only boy who eagerly awaits bedtime. Among his myriad of dreams, the allure of piracy beckons, yet, in the fantastical world of dreams, pirates may not always be the swashbuckling figures he imagines, and the ordinary often becomes extraordinary. Daytime becomes a quest for knowledge to aid the night to come. As Jake sails through his dream-driven adventures, he invites you to explore, what realms do your dreams transport you to?
Jake and the Giant Hand
by Philippa DowdingThe first in a series of scary tall tales from award-winning children’s novelist Philippa Dowding. Why is Grandpa acting so weird? And why are there so many giant flies? Jake spends every summer on his grandpa’s farm. But this year, things are a little weird. First, there are huge flies everywhere. Second, Grandpa is acting kind of funny. And third, Jake’s friend Kate keeps trying to scare him with creepy stories. Last year’s tale about the swamp creature was bad enough, but this year’s story about a hand that someone found in a farmer’s field is even worse. And it wasn’t just any hand either. It was a giant’s hand! It might just be the creepiest story of all. It can’t be real. Can it?
Jake and the Never Land Pirates: Bucky Makes a Splash
by Disney PressRead along with Disney! In need of a ship when the Jolly Roger gets beached, Captain Hook "borrows" Jake's pirate ship BUCKY --- not realizing that Bucky is alive! With help from Jake's crew, Bucky defends himself against Hook, sending the crazed captain back to his own ship thinking he's lost his mind! Kids will have fun listening to the word for word narration as this adventure unfolds.
Jake and the Never Land Pirates: Cubby's Mixed-Up Map
by Disney PressRead along with Disney! Cubby and his mateys are on a hunt for the Golden Dinghy, but Captain Hook steals the map to reach the treasure first! With only his memory and a crayon, can map master Cubby re-draw the treasure map and beat Captain Hook to the Golden Dinghy? Follow along with the word-for-word narration to join the adventure in this swashbuckling storybook!
Jake and the Never Land Pirates: Follow That Sound!
by Disney PressCubby has plans to play the harmonica at Marina the Mermaid's big party tonight. But that sneaky snook Captain Hook has other ideas! Will Cubby be able to strike all the right cords, or will Jake make sure that Hook has to face the music? Find out in this swashbuckling adventure!
Jake and the Never Land Pirates: Follow that Sound!
by Disney PressRead along with Disney! Cubby has plans to play the harmonica at Marina the Mermaid''s big party tonight. But that sneaky snook Captain Hook has other ideas! Will Cubby be able to strike all the right cords, or will Jake make sure that Hook has to face the music? Follow along with word-for-word narration to find out in this swashbuckling adventure!
Jake and the Never Land Pirates: Jake and the Spyglass
by Disney PressEvery pirate knows that his spyglass is almost as important as his sword. So when Captain Hook loses his spyglass, he decides to borrow Jake's—forever! Danger lurks around every corner as Jake and his crew try to get their spyglass back from Captain Hook and the wild animals of the Never Jungle.
Jake and the Never Land Pirates: Let's Get Jumping!
by Disney PressWhen a big box washes ashore full of pogo sticks, Jake and his crew have a great time bouncing all around Never Land! Of course, Hook decides he simply must have the bouncy things and steals them. Who knows if Jake and his crew will be able to "bounce back" from this mishap!
Jake and the Never Land Pirates: Save Me, Smee!
by Disney PressRead along with Disney! It''s Hook and Smee on the high seas! Arrr! Captain Hook finds a treasure map that leads him into the most perilous places in all of Never Land! Now it's up to Jake and his crew to help Mr. Smee save the Captain...from himself.
Jake and the Never Land Pirates: Treasure of the Tides
by Disney PressRead along with Disney! The mermaids have invited Izzy and the crew to their secret Treasure of the Tides ceremony. But Captain Hook makes waves when he decides to take the mysterious treasure for himself. Now it's up to Jake and the crew to help their mer-mateys stop that sneaky snook! Can Izzy and the mermaids outwit Hook and keep the treasure safe? Find out in this exciting adventure with word-for-word narration!