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Marvel Super Hero Adventures: An Early Chapter Book
by MacKenzie CadenheadThe school-wide science fair Peter Parker (a.k.a Spider-Man) has been eagerly awaiting has finally arrived! Peter has always excelled at science, and after getting the boot in a basketball game earlier that day, he could use a little pick-me-up. So imagine Peter's surprise and dismay when basketball great and all-around-bully Flash Thompson shows up with a totally awesome project! But when the science fair is put in jeopardy thanks to the antics of one Doc Ock, Peter will need to team up with fellow 'bugz' Ant-Man and the Wasp to save the fair and the people in it— even if it means someone else walking away with the prize. Great things—and even bigger surprises—come in tiny packages in this third installment in Marvel's Super Hero Adventures early chapter book series.
Marvel Super Hero Adventures: An Early Chapter Book (Super Hero Adventures Chapter Books)
by MacKenzie CadenheadIn this fourth installment of the Super Hero Adventures early chapter book series, Spider-Man is joined by none other than Captain Marvel and Ms. Marvel! Girl power comes to town to help Spider-Man defeat a new villain in the super cute, super accessible, Super Hero Adventures art style!
Marvel Super Hero Adventures: An Early Chapter Book (Super Hero Adventures Chapter Books)
by MacKenzie CadenheadSpider-Man is back in an all-new, all-ages adventure, and it's no picnic! After the Sandman robs a bank and makes a Central Park playground his hideout, the web-slinger enlists the help of the Super Hero known as Squirrel Girl. But even with Squirrel Girl's special forces joining the battle, the Sandman refuses to be swept aside. It's monkey bars, metal slides and mayhem in this latest offering from Marvel's Super Hero Adventures early chapter book series.
Marvel Super Heroes Storybook Collection (Storybook Collection)
by Disney Book GroupSuper Heroes lead very exciting lives protecting innocent people from cunning villains. They also face many challenges as they try to live both their real life and the life of a Super Hero. But how did they get these super powers? These folks weren't always mighty crime fighters. The Origin Storybook tells the history of how these Marvel characters became famed Super Heroes. From the tale of a meek high school student who was bitten by a radioactive spider and his transformation into Spider-Man, to the childhood story of Charles Xavier who would later be known as Professor X and lead the powerful team of X-Men. With stories on the She-Hulk, Ant-Man, Iron Man and other beloved characters, the twenty-one stories in the collection will bring readers back to the beginning, while captivating them with incredible tales and exciting battles. These thrilling stories will make a new generation familiar with the origins of these classic characters. Both entertaining and educational, after reading the collection, you are sure to feel like a comic book expert.
Marvel: Los Vengadores, Asamblea, (Marvel: Avengers Assembly #1)
by Preeti ChhibberA diverse cast of characters -- Kamala Khan (Ms. Marvel), Miles Morales (Spider-Man), and Doreen Green (Squirrel Girl) -- team up in their first-ever middle-grade series told through comics, in-world artifacts, and more!Kamala Khan es una chica normal de secundaria. ¡Al menos hasta que una nube llamada "niebla terrígena" pasa barriendo la costa de Nueva Jersey y activa sus poderes! Tras adoptar la identidad de Srta. Marvel, Kamala comienza a combatir el crimen en Nueva Jersey, y esto llama la atención de algunos superhéroes ya establecidos. Aunque eso no es necesariamente algo bueno...Kamala Khan was an average middle school kid. That is, until a cloud called a Terrigen Mist swept through the New Jersey waterfront and activated her super powers! After taking on the persona of Ms. Marvel, she's been fighting crime in Jersey City, and has caught the eye of some pretty well-established super heroes. But that's not always a good thing...
Marvel We are Super Heroes: All Special, All different, All Powerful!
by DK Emma GrangeCelebrate your Super Hero self!Meet 14 very special Marvel Super Heroes.Captain Marvel is brave. Moon Girl has big dreams. Hawkeye likes new challenges and Black Panther protects people. Super Heroes come from different worlds, but what unites them all is fighting for good.DK's Marvel We Are Super Heroes introduces children to cool, inspirational characters with different backgrounds and personalities, from Miles Morales to America Chavez. Children will learn more about their favourite heroes, get to know new heroes, and discover the similarities with themselves. Celebrate who you are and find out what it takes to be a hero!© 2020 MARVEL
Marvel Who Is Captain Marvel?: Travel to Space with Earth’s Defender (DK Readers Level 2)
by Nicole ReynoldsTravel to space with Captain Marvel as she flies into action alongside Ms. Marvel, Monica Rambeau and other awesome Super Heroes.Meet Earth&’s Defender, Carol Danvers, aka Captain Marvel, one of the universe&’s most powerful Super Heroes. In this book, young readers can learn all about Carol and join forces with her marvellous Super Hero friends as they fight back against alien invaders and super villains.Take a cosmic trip into space with this thrilling Level 2 DK Reader. Exciting Marvel comics images, clear vocabulary and a fun quiz will test the young Super Hero at heart and help them in building their reading ability as they learn about Captain Marvel and other favorite Marvel comics characters.Marvel Who Is Captain Marvel? Reader Level 2 features: - Appealing nonfiction content which helps to develop the habit of reading widely.- Gorgeous comic book illustrations break up the text for young readers who are still building their confidence.- Fun quizzes that support comprehension skills.This book is ideal for children aged 5–7 who are learning to read, including Young Super Hero fans who like Captain Marvel or who enjoy Super Hero themes.
Marveling at Minerals: Do You Dig Earth Science (Searchlight books™)
by Sally M. WalkerMinerals are fascinating resources that have a variety of uses. A diamond is a mineral that is sought after for its beauty. Salt is a useful mineral that adds flavor.
The Marvellers (Marvellerverse #1)
by Dhonielle Clayton Khadijah KhatibDhonielle Clayton makes her middle-grade debut with a fantasy adventure set in a global magic school in the sky ―an instant New York Times and #1 Indie Bestseller! <p><p> Eleven-year-old Ella Durand is the first Conjuror to attend the Arcanum Training Institute, a magic school in the clouds where Marvellers from around the world practice their cultural arts, like brewing Indian spice elixirs and bartering with pesky Irish pixies. <p><p> Despite her excitement, Ella discovers that being the first isn’t easy―some Marvellers mistrust her magic, which they deem “bad and unnatural.” But eventually, she finds friends in elixirs teacher, Masterji Thakur, and fellow misfits Brigit, a girl who hates magic, and Jason, a boy with a fondness for magical creatures. <p><p> When a dangerous criminal known as the Ace of Anarchy escapes prison, supposedly with a Conjuror’s aid, tensions grow in the Marvellian world and Ella becomes the target of suspicion. Worse, Masterji Thakur mysteriously disappears while away on a research trip. With the help of her friends and her own growing powers, Ella must find a way to clear her family’s name and track down her mentor before it’s too late. <p> <b>New York Times Bestseller</b>
The Marvellers (The Conjureverse Series #1)
by null Dhonielle ClaytonDhonielle Clayton makes her middle-grade debut with a fantasy adventure set in a global magic school in the sky —an instant New York Times and #1 Indie Bestseller! "The Marvellers deserves the highest compliment I can give a book: I want to live in this world." —Rick Riordan, #1 New York Times bestselling–author Eleven-year-old Ella Durand is the first Conjuror to attend the Arcanum Training Institute, a magic school in the clouds where Marvellers from around the world practice their cultural arts, like brewing Indian spice elixirs and bartering with pesky Irish pixies. Despite her excitement, Ella discovers that being the first isn’t easy—some Marvellers mistrust her magic, which they deem “bad and unnatural.” But eventually, she finds friends in elixirs teacher, Masterji Thakur, and fellow misfits Brigit, a girl who hates magic, and Jason, a boy with a fondness for magical creatures.When a dangerous criminal known as the Ace of Anarchy escapes prison, supposedly with a Conjuror’s aid, tensions grow in the Marvellian world and Ella becomes the target of suspicion. Worse, Masterji Thakur mysteriously disappears while away on a research trip. With the help of her friends and her own growing powers, Ella must find a way to clear her family’s name and track down her mentor before it’s too late."A marvelous gift of a novel! With fantastical twists at every turn, Clayton has created a world that readers won't want to leave.” —Angie Thomas, #1 New York Times-bestselling author of The Hate U Give and Concrete Rose
The Marvellous Adventure of Being Human: Your Amazing Body and How to Live in it
by Max PembertonJoin Doctor Max Pemberton as he takes you on a marvellous adventure around the human body!Shrink yourself down as small as you can go. No - much smaller than that! You'll need to be small enough to crawl up nostrils, peer inside eyeballs and float through the bloodstream, because we're about to embark on an amazing trip through your awesome anatomy.On our travels we'll discover startling facts about how our bodies work and why they're so extraordinarily special. And that's not all - Dr Max will be on hand to help you feel your best with his expert body boosting tips on living and eating well.So grab your magnifying glass and stethoscope, and let's set off on our marvellous adventure of being human!
The Marvellous Granny Jinks and Me (Granny Jinks #1)
by Serena HollyJoin Jada and Granny Jinks in this charming new series for readers aged 6+! Gorgeously illustrated throughout by Selom Sunu, and brimming with warmth, tricks and magic, this is the perfect read for fans of The Naughtiest Unicorn, Bad Nana and Wigglesbottom Primary! When Jada Jinks finds a box of magic tricks in her granny&’s flat, she uncovers her granny&’s SECRET dream of becoming a magician. Jada soon decides that she&’s going to help Granny Jinks fulfil her dreams, but one thing stands in her way – her dad, Jonny Jinks, who hates magic! Will Jada be able to help Granny Jinks pass the auditions for Dalton Green Magic Society, and will she learn some tricks of her own along the way? Inspired by the true story of Jenny Mayers – the first Black woman to be accepted into the Magic Circle. *Includes how-to magic tricks for you to try at home!* With themes of finding courage, making friends, managing relationships at home, school and in the community, this is a wonderful new series for readers aged 6 and up!
The Marvellous Granny Jinks and Me: Animal Magic! (Granny Jinks #2)
by Serena HollyJoin Jada and Granny Jinks in this charming new series for readers aged 6+! Gorgeously illustrated throughout by Selom Sunu, and brimming with warmth, tricks and magic, this is the perfect read for fans of The Naughtiest Unicorn and Wigglesbottom Primary!Granny Jinks and Jada have officially joined the Dalton Green Magic Society, but the fun has only just started! For their next trick, Granny Jinks and Jada will have to perform magic with the cheekiest assistant of them all – an animal! Will naughty Luna the cat learn her magic trick in time, and will Jada&’s best friend, Matilda, ever find the perfect pet for hers? Inspired by the true story of Jenny Mayers – the first Black woman to be accepted into the Magic Circle.*Includes how-to magic tricks for you to try at home!* With themes of finding courage, making friends, managing relationships at home, school and in the community, this is a wonderful new series for readers aged 6 and up!
The Marvellous History of King Arthur in Avalon and of the Lifting of Lyonnesse
by Geoffrey Of MonmouthTHE writer considereth the truth of the matters which are recorded in the Historie of King Arthur concerning the site of the Island of Avalon and the family of Queen Morgan la Faye. He telleth how Morgan la Faye carried away King Arthur and his Round Table into Avalon; and how she made them pass the time there for many hundreds of years; how she put King Arthur to sleep; of the lodestone wall that she built round the island; and of the vision of the world beyond, which she saw from the top of the wall. He speaketh, by the way, of Government in Avalon; of the Game of Loaves and Fishes; and of the Rule of Let Be; after which he telleth of the enchantments whereby Morgan la Faye beguiled those Knights of the Round Table whom she brought to look upon the world from the top of the lodestone wall; of the Parliament which she caused them to call; and of the speeches which those Knights made in the Parliament concerning the Defence of Britain.
The Marvellous Land of Snergs
by E. A. Wyke-Smith George MorrowThis beguiling tale has everything: runaway orphans, kings, knights, an evil witch, and a lovable, table-high Snerg named Gorbo who leads children from one fantastic adventure to another. Tolkien called this forgotten classic a "sourcebook" for The Hobbit -- and it's a must for any Rings fan. 51 black-and-white illustrations.
The Marvellous, Magical Saxophone
by Anita MulveyTwins Justine and Joshua wanted to give their dad a wonderful Christmas surprise. Things just hadn’t been the same for him since mum had died. Of course not. But Dad had simply lost all the joys of the festive season. He didn’t even bother to put up a Christmas tree anymore. So, the children come up with a plan and hope that their surprise would bring back the festive fun for their father and so for the whole family. With their Uncle James’ help, a real Christmas tree and new fairy lights are bought. But when searching for the old box of decorations in the loft, the twins find something else, a strange item that neither sibling even knew existed. Would this mysterious object help their plan to succeed, or would it scupper it completely? For Christmas is a magical time and the most marvellous, magical things can happen – even if these things are not at all what is expected. Children will be enchanted by this highly original and magical tale, full of festive fun and happiness at Christmas.
The Marvelous Adventures Of Gwendolyn Gray
by B. A. WilliamsonGwendolyn Gray faces an overwhelming battle every day: keeping her imagination under control. It's a struggle for a dreamer like Gwendolyn, in a city of identical gray skyscrapers, clouds that never clear, and grown-ups who never understand. But when her daydreams come alive and run amok in The City, the struggle to control them becomes as real as the furry creatures infesting her bedroom. Worse yet, she's drawn the attention of the Faceless Gentlemen, who want to preserve order in The City by erasing Gwendolyn and her troublesome creations. With the help of two explorers from another world, Gwendolyn escapes and finds herself in a land of clockwork inventions and colorful creations. Now Gwendolyn must harness her powers and, with a gang of airship pirates, stop the Faceless Gentlemen from destroying the new world she loves and the home that never wanted her--before every world becomes gray and dull.
Marvelous Cornelius: Hurricane Katrina and the Spirit of New Orleans
by Phil BildnerIn New Orleans, there lived a man who saw the streets as his calling, and he swept them clean. He danced up one avenue and down another and everyone danced along. The old ladies whistled and whirled. The old men hooted and hollered. The barbers, bead twirlers, and beignet bakers bounded behind that one-man parade. But then came the rising Mississippi—and a storm greater than anyone had seen before. In this heartwarming book about a real garbage man, Phil Bildner and John Parra tell the inspiring story of a humble man and the heroic difference he made in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina. Plus, this is the fixed format version, which will look almost identical to the print version. Additionally for devices that support audio, this ebook includes a read-along setting.
Marvelous Cornelius
by John Parra Phil BildnerIn New Orleans, there lived a man who saw the streets as his calling, and he swept them clean. He danced up one avenue and down another and everyone danced along. The old ladies whistled and whirled. The old men hooted and hollered. The barbers, bead twirlers, and beignet bakers bounded behind that one-man parade. But then came the rising Mississippi--and a storm greater than anyone had seen before. In this heartwarming book about a real garbage man, Phil Bildner and John Parra tell the inspiring story of a humble man and the heroic difference he made in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina.
The Marvelous Effect (The Marvelous World #1)
by Troy CleLouis Proof is an ordinary kid. He loves listening to hip-hop, racing radio-controlled cars, and hanging out with his best friend, Brandon. Then a mysterious letter invites him to visit the local junkyard. There he finds a secret, underground amusement park like no other in existence. This is the best day of Louis's life. The park even has the most amazing race course for radio-controlled cars. Louis starts racing right away. It's a close contest; he's about to activate his nitro boost to take the lead, when... This is the worst day of Louis's life. Without warning or reason, thirteen-year-old Louis Proof falls into a coma due to a virus of a mysterious, celestial origin. When he awakens three months later, the world that he once knew and loved is totally out of control. He will learn that his illness is connected to everything that is wrong, and that it's not only his responsibility but his destiny to set things right. This story is a mega dramatic, remarkably true, super action fantasy. Get ready!
The Marvelous Land of Oz (Classics To Go #2)
by L. Frank BaumL. Frank Baum's magical world of Oz comes to life in a way you never imagined!<P><P> Follow the adventures of a young boy named Tip as he escapes the servitude of the mean old witch Mombi and runs away with his newly created magical companion, Jack Pumpkinhead. Along the way, they meet Sawhorse and follow the legendary Yellow Brick Road to the Emerald City - now ruled by King Scarecrow! But when Jinjur overthrows King Scarecrow and Mombi returns, Tip and his friends must enlist the aid of Glinda, the Good Witch, to try to set things right in Oz!
The Marvelous Land of Oz (Classics To Go #2)
by L. Frank BaumPublished in 1904, The Marvelous Land of Oz is the story of a little boy named Tip who escapes from his evil guardian witch, with the help of Jack Pumpkinhead as well as a living Sawhorse. Tip ends up on a great adventure with a familiar Scarecrow and Tin Woodsman.
The Marvelous Land of Oz (Classics To Go #2)
by L. Frank BaumSecond Oz book; Scarecrow and Tin Woodman are back with hero named Tip. 120 black-and-white, 16 full-color illustrations.
The Marvelous Land of Oz: Wizard Of Oz Book 2 Special Annotated Edition (The Wizard of Oz Series #2)
by L. Frank BaumOriginally published 115 years ago, this lesser-known but equally enchanting sequel to The Wonderful Wizard of Oz is sure to continue the delights wrought by the first of L. Frank Baum’s classic children’s series. <p><p> We rejoin the Tinman, the Scarecrow, Glinda the Good Witch, and more in this fantastical book. In The Marvelous Land of Oz, we are welcomed back to the Land of Oz after Dorothy Gale has been whisked back to Kansas. We are introduced to Tip, a young orphan boy who has been under the guardianship of a Wicked Witch, Mombi, for as long as he can remember. Tip plans to get his revenge with a wooden man that he has made using a jack-o’-lantern as a head. Unfortunately, the witch is not fooled and threatens to turn Tip into a statue using the “Powder of Life. <p><p> Rather than staying to be turned into a statue, Tip runs away after stealing the Powder of Life from Mombi, using it to animate a sawhorse for Jack to ride. Thus begins Tips adventures as he journeys to the Emerald City, escapes revolts, and learns just who the true ruler of Oz is. This handsome, affordable edition contains original full-color artwork by John R. Neill. Experience a classic in its truest form, and pick up this beautiful new edition of The Marvelous Land of Oz.
The Marvelous Land of Oz: Being An Account Of The Further Adventures Of The Scarecrow And Tin Woodman, And Also The Strange Experiences Of The Highly Magnified Woggle-bug, Jack Pumpkinhead, The Animated Saw-horse And The Gump (The Oz Series #2)
by L. Frank BaumNew characters mix with old favorites in a dazzling adventure that continues the epic fantasy begun in The Wonderful Wizard of Oz. Dorothy may have defeated the Wicked Witch of the West and returned home to Kansas, but all is not well for those who remain in the Land of Oz. In L. Frank Baum’s second Oz novel, readers are introduced to poor orphan boy Tip, who has been raised by nasty Wicked Witch Mombi. Finally escaping Mombi’s clutches after years of cruelty, Tip is joined by his enchanted companions, Jack Pumpkinhead and the Saw-Horse, on an adventure unlike anything they’ve ever experienced—and more dangerous than they could’ve imagined. The Emerald City—once ruled by the kindly Scarecrow—has been taken over by the mean General Jinjur and her all-girl Army of Revolt. Fleeing the fallen city, Scarecrow and Tip’s band venture off to ask the Tin Woodman and Glinda the Good Witch for help. But they soon learn that the only one who can truly save the Emerald City is the last rightful heir to the throne of Oz: a princess who was hidden away long ago. Now Tip and his loyal friends must find the lost princess before all of Oz is lost . . .