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Skinned
by Robin WassermanLia Kahn is beautiful, popular and destined for success. . . until the horrific accident that nearly kills her. Lia wakes up in a body that is not a body. It's a machine, designed to look and feel human, and her memories have been 'downloaded'. Lia will never age. She need never feel pain again. And, as long as she is vigilant about backing up her memories, she need never die. Struggling to come to terms with what has happened, Lia tries to return to her own life. But nothing is the same. . . She's one of the "mechanicals" or "mechs" now. Her friends and boyfriend turn their backs on her, shutting her out. Even her own family can't seem to understand that underneath it all, she's still the same person. Or is she? Drawn to a seemingly reckless circle of "mechs", Lia starts to see the limitless options of her new "body" - after all, there isn't anything they can't do! But there are some who would like to see the new technology vanish, and these strange mechanical beings along with it. Can you really be human without a body? And is it technically murder to "kill" a machine. . . ' In the tradition of Scott Westerfeld comes a riveting and edgy science fiction novel which raises questions of mortality, technology and morality.
Skinny
by Ibi KaslikAfter the death of their father, two sisters struggle with various issues, including their family history, personal relationships, and an extreme eating disorder.
Skinny
by Laura L. SmithWhen the pressures of having good grades, good friends, a position on the dance team, and the perfect boyfriend become too much for Melissa, she turns to strict dieting to regain control.
Skinny-Dipping at Monster Lake
by Bill WallaceKent doesn't believe in monsters. But he knows he saw two gleaming yellow eyes beneath the surface of Cedar Lake when he and his buddies were camping at the lake. When he sneaks out alone a few nights later to investigate, the eyes return -- and they seem to be following him. Kent and his friends are determined to solve the mystery of the Cedar Lake monster. But what they discover one dark summer night is just as surprising as a monster -- and just as dangerous.
Skinnybones (Skinnybones Series)
by Barbara ParkPlay Ball???"I've played Little League baseball for six years now. But to tell you the truth, I'm not exactly what you'd call a real good athlete. Actually, I'm not even real okay. Basically, what I'm trying to say here is, I stink."For the smallest kid on the baseball team, Alex "Skinnybones" Frankovitch has a major-league bigmouth! But even Alex knows he's gone too far when he brags his way into a pitching contest with T.J. Stoner, the best baseball player -- and biggest creep -- in the entire school. What a mistake! This might be one mess that not even Alex can talk his way out of--
Skip
by Aileen FisherKrissy moves her hand in front of Skip's eyes. He doesn't even blink. That's how Krissy learns the awful truth. Skip - her beloved dog - is blind! "Animals on this ranch have to pay their way," Dad always says. "We can't afford to keep them if they don't." "Oh, Skip!" cries Krissy, "What's going to happen to you now -now that you can't see?"
Skip to My Moo: A Rollicking Barnyard Story
by Iza TrapaniMoo-ve and groove to this fanciful picture book retelling of "Skip to My Lou" as the farm animals put on their dancing shoes for a hoedown, by bestselling author Iza Trapani.Skip, skip, skip to my moo, skip to my moo my darlings! Moo-ve and groove with your favorite farm animals as cow begins a raucous hoedown in the barnyard. Follow the animals as they do-si-do, two-step, sashay, and line dance their way to the best barn party you ever saw.
The Skippack School
by Marguerite De AngeliIn 1750 in Pennsylvania, mischievous young Eli, recently arrived with his Mennonite family from Germany, tries to adjust to his new life and especially to the teaching methods of his schoolteacher, Christopher Dock.
Skipper Gets Spooked (Butterfly Meadow #9)
by Olivia MossWhen Skipper and her friends come across a group of moths in the meadow, they're in for an adventure! The moths--Zig, Zag, Pepper, and Boo--are excited to show the butterflies how much fun a night flight can be.
Skipper The Guide Dog
by Arthur C. BartlettThis is the first known book to be published on guide dogs in the United States. Ben's brother Jerry lives dangerously. He flies his little yellow plane and works for the Secret Service. But when an accident robs him of his vision, Ben thinks that a guide dog might be the ticket to get Jerry back into good spirits. The book follows their training and on with the story. Jerry and Ben get wind of a counterfeiting ring in their town. Does Jerry, with Skipper at his side, still have what it takes to be a Secret Service man? Can they capture the crooks?
Skipper to the Rescue (Butterfly Meadow #4)
by Olivia MossA scary afternoon storm means danger for Skipper and her friends. When the butterflies take shelter in the branches of a tree, they come across a cocoon, ready to hatch. Can they keep this brand-new butterfly safe from the storm?
Skipper's Tale
by Judy KatschkeIllustrations, jokes, and lots and lots of penguins fill the pages of this chapter book based on the movie The Penguins of Madagascar! The Penguins of Madagascar hits theaters on November 26, 2014, just in time for the holidays!As the leader of the penguins, Skipper goes on the adventure of a lifetime as he tries to save his friend Private, who's been kidnapped by the dastardly Dr. Octavius Brine. Can Skipper rescue Private before Dr. Octavius Brine uses his "Medusa Serum" to steal the cuteness from all the penguins in the world? The Penguins of Madagascar fans will love getting Skipper's side of the story in this fun-filled chapter book that includes black-and-white illustrations and hilarious jokes sprinkled throughout. © 2014 DreamWorks Animation, L.L.C
Skipping a Beat
by Carolyn KeeneNANCY HITS A CHICAGO HOT SPOT WHERE CRIME IS REALLY COOKING! Nancy, Bess, and George have come to the city for a weekend of shopping and a night out at Reverb, the trendy new restaurant owned by Adam Sledge, lead singer of the chart-busting band Void. The place is the coolest thing going, packed with celebs and pulsating with excitement -- a wild scene that gets even wilder when a smoke bomb goes off. Behind the scenes, Nancy turns up a slew of suspects and all the ingredients for danger: jealousy, greed, and revenge. But perhaps most dangerous of all is Adam Sledge. The rock star's putting all the moves on Nancy, and he's proving a major distraction. If she fails to focus on the investigation, someone could get seriously hurt...including her!
A Skipping Day (Little Golden Book)
by Andrea Posner-SanchezJake and his friends Izzy and Cubby outsmart Captain Hook in this story based on the hit Disney Junior preschool series Jake and the Never Land Pirates. Boys ages 2 to 5 will love reading about Jake's fun adventures.
Skippyjon Jones (Skippyjon Jones)
by Judy SchachnerHere is the book that launched a thousand chimichangoes – the first in the best-selling series about the rambunctious Skippyjon Jones, the Siamese kitty boy with the overactive imagination. He would rather be El Skippito, the great sword fighter, who can do anything. Like saving a roving band of Mexican Chihuahuas from a humongous bumblebeeto that is tormenting them. Join Skippyjon Jones on his first great adventure. He&’s fearless, he&’s fun, he gets the job done – yes, indeed-o.
Skippyjon Jones
by Judy SchachnerMy name is Skippito Friskito. I fear not a single bandito. My manners are mellow, I'm sweet like the Jell-O, I get the job done, yes indeed-o. Skippyjon Jones is no ordinary kitten. Oh, no ... . He's actually El Skippito, a great sword-fighter ready to battle banditos the world over! With a little imagination and a whole lot of fun, this frisky cat dons a mask and cape and takes on a bad bumble-beeto to save the day. And along the way, he'll be sure to steal young reader's hearts, yes indeed-o!
Skippyjon Jones 1-2-3 (Skippyjon Jones)
by Judy SchachnerSkippyjon Jones, the Siamese kitty boy who thinks he is a Chihuahua, can count! He is one naughty kitty, with two big ears, and three little sisters. Little ones will love to count along with him as he bounces his way from one to ten.
Skippyjon Jones and the Big Bones
by Judy SchachnerSKIPPYJON JONES IS BACK AT IT--DIGGING UP BIG-TIME TROUBLE! Holy guacamole, Skippyjon Jones is crazy-loco for dinosaurs! The Siamese kitty boy who thinks he's a Chihuahua is hunting the rarest dino of them all, the fabled Skipposaurus. Skippy disappears into his closet--it's a jungle in there!--where he meets up with his old friends, the Chimichango gang. Even a prickly T. Mexito is no match for the brave Skippito, who can rumba and roar with the best to drive the big baddie away. Dino-dudes of all shapes and sizes will rattle their funny bones on Skippy's rollicking, dino-r-r-rific adventure. Mucho big fun awaits, amigos--vamanos!
Skippyjon Jones and the Big Bones (Skippyjon Jones)
by Judy SchachnerHoly guacamole! Skippyjon Jones is crazy-loco for dinosaurs! The kitty boy enters (via his closet) the land of dinosaurs in search of the fabled Skipposaurus. Instead he runs into his old amigos, the Chimichango gang. When a T-Mex threatens the pack, it&’s El Skippito, the great sword fighter, to the rescue. With yips and yowls, he drives the big baddie away, so all the dino-dudes can rattle their bones another day. This fourth entry in a series that Kirkus Reviews called &“ay caramba, mucho fun,&” will win even more fans for the Siamese cat with oversize ears and an imagination to match.
Skippyjon Jones Cirque de Ole (Skippyjon Jones)
by Judy SchachnerThe #1 New York Times bestselling kitty boy goes to the circus! In his newest adventure, the irresistible Skippyjon Jones swings out of his closet and into the spectacular Cirque de Ole, where his pals, the Chimichango gang, perform feats of derring-do. There are many acts to see, but only Skippito the Strong can perform the trickiest stunt of all. Judy Schachner's vivacious art and riotous text make for mucho read-aloud fun. Come one, come all--with Skippyjon Jones as the circus star, the Greatest Show on Earth just got even better!
Skippyjon Jones, Class Action
by Judy SchachnerIT'S TIME TO GET ON THE BUS! Skippyjon Jones, the irrepressible Siamese kitty boy who thinks he is a Chihuahua, is ready for school. This does not please his mama. As every good cat knows, school is for unruly--and drooly--dogs! They need to be trained. But Skippyjon really wants to go. After all, his pals, the Chimichango Gang, will be there, too, running down the hall with the rest of the barking bowsers. And who else but El Skippito, Skippy's alter ego, can save them from the woolly bully, the terror of the playground? For the perritos to eat their lunch in peace, he must! You will want to come along and join the action--the class action--with our favorite teacher's pet.
Skippyjon Jones, Class Action (Skippyjon Jones)
by Judy SchachnerSkippyjon Jones really wants to go to school. School is for dogs, his mama tells him. It's where they go to get trained. But nothing can stop Skippy-once inside his closet, he finds himself on the playground of his imagination, surrounded by dogs of all kinds. He bays with the beagles, learns French with the poodles, and checks out a Chihuahua book from the library. And when a bully starts sending shiver-itos down the spines of the little yippers, Skippy saves the day and earns the biggest gold star.
Skippyjon Jones Color Crazy (Skippyjon Jones)
by Judy SchachnerEveryone’s favorite kitty boy is ready to color—Skippy style! Skippy’s sky will be pink. His sun will be blue. As Skippyjon learns his colors and plays with crayons, he invites the very youngest fans to join in the fun. Who knows what color our mischievous Mr. Fuzzypants will be!
Skippyjon Jones, The Great Bean Caper
by Judy SchachnerEl Bumblebeeto has stolen Los Chimichango's frijoles, and it's up to Skippyjon to get them back! Read along as Skippyjon saves the day in this funny All Aboard Picture Reader.