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Iceman
by Chris LynchThe other guys on Eric's hockey team call him the Iceman, because he's a heartless player, cold as ice. Only Eric knows the truth -- he's not cold, he's on fire, burning with a need he just can't explain. Least of all to his fanily -- not to his dad, whose only joy in life id watching Eric smash other hockey players to a pulp. Or his mom, who starts every conversation with "Your problem is..." Or even his brother, Duane, once a star athlete, now a star slacker. Can Eric find a way to make them understand how he feels -- before the fire inside consumes him completely?
The Icemark Chronicles #2: Blade of Fire (The Icemark Chronicl #2)
by Stuart HillFollowing THE CRY OF THE ICEMARK, a huge success in England and critically acclaimed in the U.S., the next epic adventure in The Icemark Chronicles. Many years have passed since Queen Thirrin and her allies defended the Icemark against a brutal invasion. But now General Bellorum is back, along with his bloodthirsty spawn--twin sons even more vicious than him. Thirrin and Oskan also have a family: two girls and three boys. But darkness lurks within the House of Lindenshield: Medea, the couple's cold-hearted fifteen-year-old daughter, is just coming into her magical powers, and she may be the downfall of the kingdom. It's up to her brother, Charlemagne, crippled by polio as a child, to return from exile and rescue the land he loves.
Icemark Chronicles #3: Last Battle of the Icemark (The Icemark Chronicles #3)
by Stuart HillAllied with Cronus, the embodiment of all evil, Medea has raised an army of the undead to invade her family's kingdom. Now in paperback, the thrilling conclusion to the acclaimed ICEMARK trilogy! Oskan and Thirrin thought their bad-seed daughter was gone for good -- burnt to a cinder and cast out onto the Spirit Plain. But banishment did not kill Medea: It made her stronger. Now, allied with Cronus, embodiment of all evil, the young sorceress is plotting revenge. Queen Thirrin is distracted by a new invader whose troops ride huge triceratops-like beasts into battle. But the warlock Oskan realizes the true threat to the kingdom is the demon army assembled by his daughter. To ensure the Icemark's eternal safety, he knows he must destroy her soul--even at the risk of his own.
Ich will nicht lesen! Martin beginnt sein Abenteuer. Kinderbuch (6 - 7 Jahre)
by A. P. HernándezMartin ist acht Jahre alt und hasst es zu lesen. Martin ist gerade mit der zweiten Klasse fertig geworden und es liegen lange Sommerferien vor ihm. Und das Problem ist, dass Josephine, seine Lehrerin, ihm einen Stapel an Arbeitsblättern und Heften zur Wiederholung aufgegeben hat. Aber das Schlimmste ist weder das Zusammenzählen, noch das Multiplizieren und nicht einmal die Arbeitsblätter… Josephine hat ihm aufgegeben, ein Buch zu lesen! Ein Buch ohne Bilder, nur mit Wörtern! An einem Morgen fängt Martin an in einer von Größe zeugenden, heldenhaften Tat, das Buch zu lesen. Und dabei beginnen sonderbare Dinge zu geschehen… Ein Kinderbuch empfohlen für Kinder ab 6-7 Jahre Das Ziel dieses Kinderbuchs ist es, die Vorstellungskraft in Kindern zu unterstützen und ihre Neugier für die Literatur zu wecken, indem ihnen geholfen wird zu entdecken, dass sie zwischen den Seiten eines Buchs Abenteuer und Spaß finden können. Ich will nicht lesen! Ist ein Buch der frühkindlichen Bildung, geeignet zum Vorlesen für die Kleinsten. Ebenfalls ist es für Erstleser und Erstleserinnen geeignet.
Ich will nicht zur Schule! Martin kommt in die Schule. Kinderbuch (ab 7 Jahren)
by A. P. HernándezMartin kommt in die Schule, aber er will nicht hingehen. Er bleibt lieber Zuhause und spielt mit seiner Videokonsole, seinen Kuscheltieren und seinem ferngesteuerten Helikopter. Denn Martin kann schon ziemlich viel: Er kann von eins bis zehn zählen und weiß, dass beim Zusammenzählen von einem Videospiel und noch einem Videospiel das Ergebnis zwei Videospiele sind. Also warum sollte er zur Schule gehen? Martin weigert sich an seinem ersten Schultag aufzustehen. Er klammert sich mit aller Kraft an das Kopfende seines Betts und seine Mutter kann ihn nicht loslösen, das heißt… Martin hat seinen Willen durchgesetzt! Er hat es geschafft, dass er den ganzen Morgen allein Zuhause bleiben kann. Aber es macht nicht so viel Spaß, wie er glaubt… Ein Kinderbuch empfohlen ab 6-7 Jahren Das Ziel dieses Kinderbuchs ist es, die Fantasie der Mädchen und Jungen zu unterstützen und das Nachdenken über die Wichtigkeit der Schule zu ermöglichen. Mit Martins Abenteuern lernen die Kinder die Schule als grundlegende Säule für das Lernen sowie für ihre persönliche und soziale Entwicklung wertzuschätzen. „Ich will nicht in die Schule!“ ist ein Buch für die frühkindliche Bildung geeignet zum Vorlesen für die Kleinsten. Ebenfalls ist es für Erstleser und Erstleserinnen geeignet.
Icha Pucha
by Kala ShashikumarIcha and Pucha were two friends. They decided to have a party. They prepared nice dessert, called kanhi in Kerala. It is eaten with the help of jackfruit leaf. Icha goes to bring jackfruit leaf. But Pucha in the meantime eats the entire desert and her stomach bulges out. She cannot even walk. She goes around asking for help.
Ichibo and Her Friends
by Radha PadmanabhanIchibo, who is actually Suchitra, was a student in 6th grade and is happy to be with friends after vacation. Her schooldays were dull and monotonous until the Chipko movement - to stop cutting down trees - started.
Icing on the Cake
by Sheryl Berk Carrie BerkIncludes recipes and tips to try at home! "Kids and cupcakes are the perfect recipe!"-Sophie and Katherine, stars of TLC's DC Cupcakes Meet Jenna. She's the cupcake club's official taste tester, but the past few weeks have not been so sweet. Her mom just got engaged to Leo-who Jenna is sure is not "The One"-and Peace, Love, and Cupcakes has to bake the wedding cake. Jenna is ready to throw in the towel, especially when she hears the wedding will be in Las Vegas on Easter weekend, one of the most important holidays for the club's business. Can Jenna and her friends handle their busy orders-and the Elvis impersonators-or will they have a cupcake meltdown?
The Icing on the Cake
by Jillellyn Riley Deborah A. LevineTurning thirteen isn't looking lucky for Liza--and even the kitchen isn't a refuge--in this second book of the Saturday Cooking Club series.Liza's big plans for a small birthday celebration with besties Frankie and Lillian don't stand a chance against a guilt-giving force of nature: her Nana Silver. As the girls attempt to regain control from a grandmother with way-too-grand ideas, they also try to find the right recipes for their own happiness. Frankie decides to remake herself in the image of Lillian's high-achieving, "perfect" sister Katy, while Lillian tackles the puzzle of how to understand boys. And Liza whips up plans to use Nana's extravagant birthday bash to try get her parents back together--despite the obvious simmering between her mom and Chef. Can the girls rise to the occasion and salvage Liza's party without scorched feelings? Or will turning thirteen be far from a piece of cake?
Icing on the Lake
by Catherine ClarkICING ON THE LAKE Beach reads for snow bunnies-our wildly popular beach reads expand to winter! The author of Maine Squeeze is back with another funny, romantic novel, this time in the snow.
Icing on the Snowflake (Diary of an Ice Princess #6)
by Christina SoontornvatExciting things are happening in the skies for Lina's royal family. Her cousin, Iris, is getting married and there is going to be a BIG wedding.Best of all? Lina gets to be a flower girl in the wedding! Best, best, best of all? Claudia gets to come as Lina's special guest! The girls are giddy as they fly up to Granddad's castle for a weekend of pomp and circumstance. Every Windtamer, Spark-Archer, Sky-Painter, and Winterheart is in attendance in all their finery.But the excitement soon turns stressful when Lina learns one of the wedding traditions: Each guest must present a magical present to the newlyweds. What will Lina's gift be?Magically bright two-color art inside!
Ick! Yuck? Eew!: Our Gross American History
by Lois Miner HueyKids study US history, but do they know what life long ago was really like? The past was full of yuckiness. The sounds, smells, filth, bugs, rats, poor hygiene, lack of dental and medical care, and bad food are not portrayed at today's historic sites, in movies, or in most books about US history. Yet this kind of stuff appeals greatly to kids.
The Ickabog
by J. K. RowlingOnce upon a time there was a tiny kingdom called Cornucopia, as rich in happiness as it was in gold, and famous for its food. From the delicate cream cheeses of Kurdsburg to the Hopes-of-Heaven pastries of Chouxville, each was so delicious that people wept with joy as they ate them. <p><p> But even in this happy kingdom, a monster lurks. Legend tells of a fearsome creature living far to the north in the Marshlands... the Ickabog. Some say it breathes fire, spits poison, and roars through the mist as it carries off wayward sheep and children alike. Some say it's just a myth...And when that myth takes on a life of its own, casting a shadow over the kingdom, two children - best friends Bert and Daisy - embark on a great adventure to untangle the truth and find out where the real monster lies, bringing hope and happiness to Cornucopia once more. <p> Featuring full color illustrations by children from across the United States and Canada, this original fairy tale from one of the world's most celebrated storytellers will captivate readers of all ages. <p> <b>A New York Times Bestseller</b>
El ickabog
by J.K. RowlingSe acerca el ickabog... un monstruo legendario que amenaza un reino y que pondrá a prueba la valentía de dos chicos. Descubre una aventura sumamente original sobre el poder de la esperanza y la amistad y su triunfo contra todo pronóstico, obra de una de las mejores narradoras del mundo. El reino de Cornucopia era el más feliz del mundo. Tenía oro en abundancia, un rey con unos bigotes magníficos y un montón de carniceros, reposteros y queseros cuyos exquisitos productos hacían que la gente bailara de júbilo cuando los comía. Todo era perfecto, excepto Los Pantanos, la región del norte donde, según la leyenda, vivía el terrorífico ickabog. Sobre ese monstruo, cualquiera con un poco de cabeza sabía que no era más que una fábula que los padres utilizaban para que los niños se portaran bien. Aunque lo extraño de las fábulas es que a veces cobran vida propia...Pero ¿puede una leyenda derrocar a un rey amado por su pueblo y destruir un reino feliz? ¿Puede embarcar a dos chicos valientes en una aventura que no han buscado y ni siquiera imaginado? Si crees que tienes suficiente valor, adéntrate en las páginas de este libro para averiguarlo... Una preciosa edición ilustrada a todo color con los dibujos de los jóvenes ganadores del concurso de dibujo de El ickabog, perfecta para compartir y regalar.
The Ickabog: A warm and witty fairy-tale adventure to entertain the whole family
by J.K. RowlingThe Ickabog is coming... A mythical monster, a kingdom in peril, an adventure that will test two children's bravery to the limit. Discover a brilliantly original fairy tale about the power of hope and friendship to triumph against all odds, from one of the world's best storytellers.The kingdom of Cornucopia was once the happiest in the world. It had plenty of gold, a king with the finest moustaches you could possibly imagine, and butchers, bakers and cheesemongers whose exquisite foods made a person dance with delight when they ate them.Everything was perfect - except for the misty Marshlands to the north which, according to legend, were home to the monstrous Ickabog. Anyone sensible knew that the Ickabog was just a myth, to scare children into behaving. But the funny thing about myths is that sometimes they take on a life of their own.Could a myth unseat a beloved king? Could a myth bring a once happy country to its knees? Could a myth thrust two children into an adventure they didn't ask for and never expected?If you're feeling brave, step into the pages of this book to find out...A beautiful digital edition, brought to life with full-colour illustrations by the young winners of The Ickabog competition.
Ickstory: Unraveling the Icky History of Mummies (Penguin Young Readers, Level 4)
by Sylvia BranzeiThe creators of Grossology continue the icky, sticky history lesson with this reader about mummies from around the world. With hilarious illustrations and disgusting facts about mummies, this Level 4 reader will keep readers wrapped up for hours!
The Icky Bug Alphabet Book (Jerry Pallotta's Alphabet Books)
by Jerry PallottaLearn your ABCs in this &“icky&” exploration of all the creepy crawly insects from A to Z. Best-selling author Jerry Pallotta delivers a fun first concepts book that helps children discover why farmers like pray mantis, why fireflies light up the sky, or how water spiders breathe underwater. Pallotta&’s signature witty yet scientific text paired with Masiello&’s vivid and detailed illustrations make this alphabetic exploration one that will keep curious readers intrigued and engaged as they learn about the natural world of bugs.
The Icky Bug Counting Book (Jerry Pallotta's Counting Books)
by Jerry PallottaLearn to count in this &“icky&” introduction to bugs and numbers. For most children, insects and the small world they inhabit is endlessly creepy, crawly, and fascinating. Best-selling author Jerry Pallotta delivers a fun first concepts book that uncovers the wild world of bugs and insects. From the Zebra Swallowtail Butterfly to Yellowjacket Flies, readers will learn intriguing facts while practicing their numbers. Pallotta&’s signature witty yet scientific text paired with Masiello&’s vivid and detailed illustrations makes this exploration of all things creepy-crawly one that will keep readers engaged and curious as they learn about the natural world of bugs.
Icky Ricky #1: Toilet Paper Mummy (Icky Ricky #1)
by Michael RexThe creator of Goodnight Goon and The Runaway Mummy pulls from his mad-scientist brain a kid so attracted to slime, muck, dirt, and yuck he could only be called Icky Ricky.Uh-oh! Icky Ricky is in trouble and has a lot of explaining to do. Why? Well, you see . . .He did his homework on cheese slices, but got hungry and ate them.He had his friends over for a sleepover . . . on the bedroom ceiling.Senor Pinata Dude, Icky Ricky's hot dog with a mustache, just landed in his dad's toolbox.The town bully, Mean Dean, is looking to pound whoever lost his remote-controlled car. Was is Icky Ricky?Icky Ricky is up to his eyebrows in mayhem--and in ick!
Icky Ricky #2: The End of the World (Icky Ricky #2)
by Michael RexThe creator of Goodnight Goon and The Runaway Mummy pulls from his mad-scientist brain a kid so attracted to slime, muck, dirt, and yuck he could only be called Icky Ricky.Uh-oh! Icky Ricky is in trouble and has a lot of explaining to do. Why? Well, you see . . .Someone spotted Bigfoot in Icky Ricky's neighborhood!Icky Ricky and his friends had a teary funeral . . . for a pepperoni pizza.A crazy one-eyed squirrel stole Icky Ricky's Palooka Pops.Icky Ricky's trashbag hazmat suit might not be enough to protect him from mutants while he's cleaning up trash around town. Is it the end of the world for Icky Ricky?Icky Ricky is up to his eyebrows in mayhem--and in ick!
Icky Ricky #3: The Dead Disco Raccoon
by Michael RexThe creator of Goodnight Goon and The Runaway Mummy pulls from his mad-scientist brain a kid so attracted to slime, muck, dirt, and yuck that he could only be called Icky Ricky.Uh-oh! Icky Ricky is in a mess and has a lot of explaining to do. Why? Well, you see . . . A water demon took over the sink in the boys' bathroom! Icky Ricky and his friends cleaned up the house--with a leaf blower. His sweaty armpit is a perfect robber-proof bank.The dead raccoon he bought at a garage sale is speeding downhill in a runaway go-cart. Can Icky Ricky stop it?Icky Ricky is up to his eyeballs in trouble--and in ick!
Icky Ricky #4: The Hole to China
by Michael RexThis Captain Underpants-style Stepping Stones series is half text, half illustration, and 100 percent humor. The creator of Goodnight Goon and The Runaway Mummy pulls from his mad-scientist brain a kid so attracted to slime, muck, dirt, and yuck he could only be called Icky Ricky. And uh-oh! Icky Ricky is in a mess. Why? Well, you see . . . He's digging a hole to China, in his backyard. He found a free toilet in someone's garbage. (Score!) He fell into a pigpen . . . with a muddy mega-pig. Icky Ricky is up to his eyeballs in trouble--and ick!
Icky Ricky #5: The Two-Dollar Dirt Shirt
by Michael RexFor fans of Captain Underpants and Lunch Lady, this chapter book series is half text, half illustration, and 100 percent humor. The creator of Goodnight Goon and The Runaway Mummy pulls from his mad-scientist brain a kid so attracted to slime, muck, dirt, and yuck he could only be called Icky Ricky. And uh-oh! Icky Ricky is in a mess. Why? Well, you see . . . *He's wearing a shirt made entirely of dirt. *He spilled a potful of hot dogs all over school. *He's digging up a woolly mammoth trapped in a frozen pond. *He was supposed to be working on a book report and wound up covered with Gargantuan Glue, newspaper, and shoe polish. (Will Icky Ricky ever get his book report done?) Icky Ricky is up to his eyeballs in trouble--and ick!