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Elephant Secret
by Eric WaltersWe Bought a Zoo meets Jurassic Park in a gripping story featuring the evergreen appeal of human-animal friendships and set in an elephant sanctuary, about a thirteen-year-old girl, a cast of elephants, and a surprising new arrival—a woolly mammoth. Sam was born and raised in an elephant sanctuary. When a beloved elephant dies giving birth, Sam develops a connection with baby Woolly—who isn't actually an elephant but was cloned from woolly mammoth DNA. And the billionaire genius behind the cloning experiment will stop at nothing to protect his investment. Smart, determined, and loving, Sam stands up to this powerful adversary to protect the sanctuary and her herd. In the best tradition of child-animal friendship stories, Elephant Secret explores the strong and complex bond between Sam and her elephants while offering a fascinating, authentic glimpse into elephant—and human—behavior.
The Elephant's Girl
by Celesta RimingtonA magical adventure about a girl with a mysterious connection with the elephant who saved her life, for fans of Katherine Applegate and Jennifer Holm. <p><p> An elephant never forgets, but Lexington Willow can't remember what happened before a tornado swept her away when she was a toddler. All she knows is that it landed her near an enclosure in a Nebraska zoo; and there an elephant named Nyah protected her from the storm. With no trace of her birth family, Lex grew up at the zoo with Nyah and her elephant family; her foster father, Roger; her best friend, Fisher; and the wind whispering in her ear. <p> Now that she's twelve, Lex is finally old enough to help with the elephants. But during their first training session, Nyah sends her a telepathic image of the woods outside the zoo. Despite the wind's protests, Lex decides to investigate Nyah's message and gets wrapped up in an adventure involving ghosts, lost treasure, and a puzzle that might be the key to finding her family. As she hunts for answers, Lex must summon the courage to leave the secure borders of her zoo to discover who she really is--and why the tornado brought her here all those years ago.
Elevating Child Care: A Guide to Respectful Parenting
by Janet LansburyA modern parenting classic—a guide to a new and gentle way of understanding the care and nurture of infants, by the internationally renowned childcare expert, podcaster, and author of No Bad Kids&“An absolute go-to for all parents, therapists, anyone who works with, is, or knows parents of young children.&”—Wendy Denham, PhDA Resources for Infant Educarers (RIE) teacher and student of pioneering child specialist Magda Gerber, Janet Lansbury helps parents look at the world through the eyes of their infants and relate to them as whole people who have natural abilities to learn without being taught. Once we are able to view our children in this light, even the most common daily parenting experiences become stimulating opportunities to learn, discover, and connect with our child. A collection of the most-read articles from Janet&’s popular and long-running blog, Elevating Child Care focuses on common infant issues, including:• Nourishing our babies&’ healthy eating habits• Calming your clingy, fearful child• How to build your child&’s focus and attention span• Developing routines that promote restful sleepEschewing the quick-fix tips and tricks of popular parenting culture, Lansbury&’s gentle, insightful guidance lays the foundation for a closer, more fulfilling parent-child relationship, and children who grow up to be authentic, confident, successful adults.
The Elevator Family
by Douglas EvansDrop in on the lovable and eccentric Wilson family for an elevator ride filled with adventure and zany humor. For the Wilson family, only the best will do! So when they arrive at the San Francisco Hotel and discover that there are no available rooms, they decide to stay in the place that suits them best of all: a room that has its ups . . . and its downs--a room called Otis. The Wilsons check in to the hotel elevator! For three whole days, Mr. Walter Wilson, Mrs. Winona Wilson, 10-year-old Winslow Wilson, and his twin sister, Whitney Wilson, ride to all the floors, happily greeting startled guests who happen to drop in. There's a weary traveling salesman of kids' fads; a British rock group with a funny name; a lovesick bellhop; a society lady and her pampered poodle; and a slew of other surprising visitors. These "fantabulous" guests make the Wilsons' stay unforgettable, but it's the zany but compassionate Wilsons who'll be remembered long after they check out of Otis.
Eleven: A Virago Modern Classic (Virago Modern Classics #184)
by Patricia HighsmithBy the bestselling author of The Talented Mr Ripley, Carol and Strangers on a Train'What is striking about these stories is their integrity: they are all of a piece . . . a brilliant collection' - Sunday TimesUnsuspecting victims are devoured by their own obsessions in this perfectly chilling collection of short stories. A man becomes devoted to his pet snails, with fatal results.A young nanny turns arsonist in a bid to become heroine of the hour. A boy finally stands up to his mother, with knife in hand. Highsmith weaves a world claustrophobic in its intensity, disturbing in its mundanity, as she probes the dark corners of the human psyche.Eleven is a collection of masterpieces of Highsmith's particular art, full of compulsion, foreboding and cruel pleasures.
Eleven and Holding
by Mary PenneyMacy Hollinquest is eleven years old, and don't count on her to change that anytime soon.Her birthday is just days away, but she has no intention of turning twelve without her dad by her side. He'd promised to be there for her big day, and yet he's been gone for months--away after his discharge from the army, doing some kind of top secret, "important work."So Macy's staying eleven, no matter what--that is, until she meets Ginger, a nice older lady who is searching for her missing dog. Ginger's dog search is the perfect cover for Macy's attempt to locate her dad. But her hunt puts her on a path to a head-on collision with the truth, where she discovers that knowing can sometimes be a heavy burden. And that change, when finally accepted, comes with an unexpected kind of grace.Mary Penney's earnest, heartfelt story of change, loss, and new beginnings will resonate with young readers on the cusp of new beginnings, and stay in their hearts long after it's done.
Eleven Hours
by Pamela ErensThe Millions Most Anticipated Book of 2016 Flavorwire's Most Anticipated Book From the critically acclaimed author of The Virgins, Eleven Hours is an intimate exploration of the physical and mental challenges of childbirth, told with unremitting suspense and astonishing beauty.Lore arrives at the hospital alone--no husband, no partner, no friends. Her birth plan is explicit: she wants no fetal monitor, no IV, no epidural. Franckline, a nurse in the maternity ward--herself on the verge of showing--is patient with the young woman. She knows what it's like to worry that something might go wrong, and she understands the distress when it does. She knows as well as anyone the severe challenge of childbirth, what it does to the mind and the body. Eleven Hours is the story of two soon-to-be mothers who, in the midst of a difficult labor, are forced to reckon with their pasts and re-create their futures. Lore must disentangle herself from a love triangle; Franckline must move beyond past traumas to accept the life that's waiting for her. Pamela Erens moves seamlessly between their begrudging partnership and the memories evoked by so intense an experience: for Lore, of the father of her child and her former best friend; for Franckline, of the family in Haiti from which she's exiled. At turns urgent and lyrical, Erens's novel is a visceral portrait of childbirth, and a vivid rendering of the way we approach motherhood--with fear and joy, anguish and awe.
The Eleventh Commandment (The Hallelujah Love Novels #8)
by Lutishia LoveleyThe members of Kingdom Citizens Christian Center believe in sharing the spirit of love and generosity with others. Even so, they can't seem to follow the ten commandments, a fact that suggests it just might be time to add rule number eleven. . .While Frieda Moore has not found her way to the Good Word--she has charted a path to a really good, upscale life. Still, she's not about to let her prominent surgeon husband and baby son get in the way of her good time. The sizzling blessings she's getting from her primed-and-ready 25-year-old lover are too divine to resist. . .until one too many secrets threaten to ruin this bad girl's heaven on earth. . .Frieda's more sensible cousin, Hope Taylor, was sure she and her spouse, Cy, were solid-in-the-spirit. But now a long-lost love is requesting an act of Christian charity that for Cy could be a second chance at temptation. And when Hope's best friend, Stacy, must decide if a money-making scheme with her ex will fix her rocky marriage, the consequences will have the saved, maybe-saved, and the hardly-saved begging for deliverance . . . "Expertly illuminates the wacky world of the devout and devoutly devilish." --Publishers Weekly on Reverend Feelgood"More secrets are exposed and old enemies learn to forgive as this family faces, together, what life throws their way." --RT Book Reviews on Taking Care of Business
Eleventh Grade Burns (The Chronicles of Vladimir Tod)
by Heather BrewerEleventh grade at Bathory High is draining Vladimir Tod. Joss, a professional vampire slayer and Vlad's former friend, has moved back to town. The powerful vampire Dorian has an overwhelming desire to drink Vlad's blood. And his arch enemy, D'Ablo, has brought Vlad's Uncle Otis to trial for crimes against vampires. So much for dating; when the tables turn on Vlad, he has just enough time to return to Bathory for his final good-byes . . .
The Eleventh Hour (Secret of the Rose #1)
by Michael PhillipsFamily and faith guide one man through the buildup to World War II in this unforgettable saga—first in the Secret of the Rose series. In 1930s pre-war Prussia, Baron von Dortmann lives an idyllic life with his daughter Sabina. A devoted gardener and father, the Baron teaches his daughter powerful lessons about life, creation, and God&’s love during treasured walks in the estate&’s beautiful gardens. But Sabina is growing up, and the Baron&’s beloved Prussia is changing. Now a beautiful young woman, Sabina has caught the eye of a handsome young American, Matthew. Meanwhile, a cloud is gathering on the horizon as the Nazis seize power in neighboring Germany. As he strives to protect his family and follow his own moral compass, Baron von Dortmann will face heart-wrenching decisions, with only God&’s guidance to light the way.&“Watching Sabina and her parents in the Secret of the Rose series as they dealt with Nazi antagonism caused me to ponder exactly what it would have been like to live amongst such challenges. Sabina&’s zest for life and faith in God are encouragement to live in a way that honors the Lord, no matter what life-threatening challenges may arise.&” —Kindred Grace
The Eleventh Trade
by Alyssa HollingsworthFrom debut author Alyssa Hollingsworth comes a story about living with fear, being a friend, and finding a new place to call home.They say you can't get something for nothing, but nothing is all Sami has. When his grandfather’s most-prized possession—a traditional Afghan instrument called a rebab—is stolen, Sami resolves to get it back. He finds it at a music store, but it costs $700, and Sami doesn’t have even one penny. What he does have is a keychain that has caught the eye of his classmate. If he trades the keychain for something more valuable, could he keep trading until he has $700? Sami is about to find out.The Eleventh Trade is both a classic middle school story and a story about being a refugee. Alyssa Hollingsworth tackles a big issue with a light touch.
Elf Food: 85 Holiday Sweets & Treats for a Magical Christmas (Whimsical Treats)
by Cayla GallagherFrom the author of Reindeer Food comes a brand-new collection of sweets and treats that has you covered for the entire holiday season. Fill your plates with peppermint candies, gingerbread, and snowballs and eat just like elves do! This cookbook will take you on a sweet, sugary journey through Christmas Tree Meringue Pops, over rolling hills of Plaid Swiss Roll Cakes, and through a field of Mistletoe Shortbread. You&’ll arrive at a Classic Gingerbread House and cuddle by the fire with some hot milk and a Hot Chocolate Bomb. Whether you want to bake holiday classics or get experimental in the kitchen, Elf Food will be with you every step of the way this holiday season! Recipes include: Jumbo Ornament Cake Elf Cake Hot Chocolate Bombs 5 Instant Hot Chocolate Mixes Holiday Wreath Pavlova Classic Gingerbread Men The Perfect Gingerbread House Plaid Swiss Roll Cake Hot Chocolate Cupcakes Elf Cupcakes Christmas Tree Meringue Pops Reindeer Cupcakes Hot Chocolate Lasagna Mistletoe Shortbread Tree Ornament Hot Chocolate Bombs SO many more! Trust author and photographer Cayla Gallagher to teach you everything you need to know to make your holiday season sweet with Elf Food.
The Elf on the Shelf Family Cookbook: 50 Elftastic Recipes Plus Playful Elf Ideas, Games, Activities, and More!
by Chanda A. BellA full-color, gifty Christmas cookbook filled with recipes, activities, and holiday magic, guided by the Scout Elves.The Elf on the Shelf is a phenomenon for families around the world. Every year, millions of Scout Elf helpers fly in from the North Pole to join in the Christmas cheer, with great excitement every day as parents watch their children discover their elves’ landing spots. Many families integrate their Scout Elf friends into food and kitchen traditions, with the holidays filled with laughter and fun as little and big hands tinker with ingredients, stirring, mixing, and pouring their hearts into something wonderfully delicious. These loving traditions are at the heart of Christmas magic!The Elf on the Shelf Family Cookbook is presented by an exceptional team of Mrs. Claus’ Sweet Shop Elves, who share their favorite holiday recipes, along with ingredient lists, tips, tools, and favorite recipes you’ll love to incorporate into The Elf on the Shelf tradition. With chapters starting in Scout Elf Return Week, usually in the last week of November, right up until Christmas Eve, when Scout Elves depart, the book shares fifty recipes, plus activities, projects, and ways to include your own family’s Scout Elf, who can’t help but get in on the kitchen action! This highly illustrated, interactive book includes:Basic culinary vocab, safety tips, and ways parents can bring their kids into the kitchenClassic and updated Christmas recipes with easy variations for breakfasts, snacks, desserts, drinks, and special elf-size food (you’ll love to set up little feasts for your Scout Elf pals!)Activities including Seek and Find, trivia for Movie Night (an annual tradition for The Elf on the Shelf families), and moreRecipes for special return celebrations on other holidays and birthdaysThe fun and elftastic recipes include The Cheer Is Here Pancakes!, Mrs. Claus’ North Pole Famous Peppermint Bark, Fa-la-Lollipops, Bitty Burger Bites, and Reindeer Munch Snack MixChock-full of inspiring ideas for holiday fun for young and old alike, The Elf on the Shelf Family Cookbook will be a treasured holiday companion for years to come!
Elfos en el quinto piso
by Francesca CavalloEl nuevo libro de la coautora de Cuentos de buenas noches para niñas rebeldes. Instalarse en una nueva ciudad no es fácil, y más si, como les ocurre a Manuel, Camila y Shonda, te mudas a tres días de Navidad y el alcalde del lugar se llama señor Aburrimiento. Pero para los tres niños y sus dos madres, Isabella y Dominique, las sorpresas no han hecho más que empezar. Enterado de su llegada a la ciudad, Papá Noel les pide ayuda para empaquetar los 230.119 regalos que debe repartir entre los niños de la localidad y, cuando aceptan, diez elfos se plantan en su puerta cargados de cajas para envolver. ¿Llegarán entre todos a tiempo de salvar la Navidad? El nuevo libro de Francesca Cavallo, autora del gran éxito Cuentos de buenas noches para niñas rebeldes, es una historia navideña de las que reconfortan el corazón y el espíritu, y que hará felices a grandes y pequeños.
Elfs al cinquè pis
by Francesca CavalloEl nou llibre de la coautora de Contes de bona nit per a nenes rebels. És gairebé Nadal quan en Manuel, la Camila i la Shonda, juntament amb les seves dues mares, la Isabella y la Dominique, s'instal·len a la seva nova ciutat. No triguen a rebre una increïble sorpresa: deu simpàtics elfs es presenten a la porta de casa seva i els fan saber que el mateix Pare Noel els ha encarregat que trobin una base operativa pel Nadal a la seva ciutat. I demanen als tres nens que els ajudin a empaquetar els 230.119 regals que cal repartir i a tenir-los llestos per a l'hora en què està previst que passi el trineu. Arribaran a temps de salvar el Nadal? El nou llibre de Francesca Cavallo, coautora del gran èxit Contes de bona nit per a nenes rebels, és una història nadalenca de les que escalfen el cor i l'esperit, i que farà feliços a petits i grans.
Elias and Daddy Go to the Park
by Sara CibralicStep into Elias and his dad’s world as they embark on an exciting day at the park. Together, they explore the wonders of nature and the joy of spending quality time together. But there’s more to this adventure than meets the eye. Follow along as Elias’ dad uses the power of labelled praise to nurture Elias’ positive behaviours. Discover the magic of encouragement and positive reinforcement in their heartwarming journey. Elias and Daddy Go to the Park is not just a story of a fun-filled day; it’s a valuable lesson in fostering positivity, bonding, and the love between a parent and child.
Eligible: A modern retelling of Pride and Prejudice (The Austen Project #4)
by Curtis Sittenfeld<P>Wonderfully tender and hilariously funny, Eligible both honors and updates Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice. <P>Tackling gender, class, courtship, and family, Curtis Sittenfeld reaffirms herself as one of the most dazzling authors writing today. This version of the Bennet family--and Mr. Darcy--is one that you have and haven't met before: Liz is a magazine writer in her late thirties who, like her yoga instructor older sister, Jane, lives in New York City. <P>When their father has a health scare, they return to their childhood home in Cincinnati to help--and discover that the sprawling Tudor they grew up in is crumbling and the family is in disarray. Youngest sisters Kitty and Lydia are too busy with their CrossFit workouts and Paleo diets to get jobs. Mary, the middle sister, is earning her third online master's degree and barely leaves her room, except for those mysterious Tuesday-night outings she won't discuss. And Mrs. Bennet has one thing on her mind: how to marry off her daughters, especially as Jane's fortieth birthday fast approaches. <P>Enter Chip Bingley, a handsome new-in-town doctor who recently appeared on the juggernaut reality TV dating show Eligible. At a Fourth of July barbecue, Chip takes an immediate interest in Jane, but Chip's friend neurosurgeon Fitzwilliam Darcy reveals himself to Liz to be much less charming. . . . And yet, first impressions can be deceiving. <P><b>A New York Times Bestseller</b>
An Eligible Bachelor
by Carolyn GreeneHE KNOCKED ON HER DOOR....The man every girl dreamed of—but every woman knew was dangerous. With his wicked sense of humor and sexy smile, Wade Matteo wreaked havoc on the average female. But struggling single mom Geneva Jensen prided herself on being strong. No way would she fall for the successful, single, charming man. Yet Wade had a softer side that he hid from everybody else—though as his neighbor, Geneva saw his kindness to her little boy. Was there a chance that this woman-wary Bachelor of the Year would ever settle down? Was that love knocking on the door?
Elijah and Emma Meet Friends and Visit History: A Story Book to Color
by Darlene MillerInstead of sitting in a classroom, Elijah likes to “do stuff.” His grandmother helps the family to participate in reenactments and living history events where he, and his sister Emily, can experience the life styles of early America and the Civil War era. “To read about the reenactment of history is fascinating, to color the pages is to bring the story to life. Elijah and Emma Meet Friends and Visit History is truly one of a kind encouraging people of all ages to seek out reenactments and places of historical value. Elijah and Emma Meet Friends and Visit History could only become priceless as the years pass.” Joan Pomeroy Author
Elijah, God's Mighty Prophet: Level 2 (I Can Read! / Adventure Bible)
by ZondervanWhen Elijah tries to convince the Israelites to stop worshipping idols, King Ahab won&’t hear of it. In this Level 2 I Can Read written and illustrated in the tradition of the bestselling NIV Adventure Bible, beginning readers learn about the epic challenge between Elijah and King Ahab and the false god, Baal.Perfect for readers ages 4-8, learning Bible stories on their own.
Eli's Horse
by Mary Catherine JohnsonEli loves horses but he is afraid of how big they are! One night, he gets a special visitor to help him get over his fear. His parents think that it's just a dream but Eli knows its real! Will Eli be able to touch or ride one of his grandfather’s horses?
Elisa Michaels, Bigger And Better (Riverside Kids)
by Johanna Hurwitz[From the left dust jacket flap:] Now that Elisa's in second grade, she's taking charge of whatever comes her way--from a baby-sitter who doesn't know how to change a diaper to an airplane trip without her parents. Of course, it's not easy taking charge when your big brother thinks you're too little and your little brother runs amok! But Elisa is determined to make everything work out in the end. And what better way to celebrate being seven and a half than a day of eating nothing but chocolate. Chocolate cookies, chocolate milk, chocolate bars... chocolate and more chocolate, from morning to night. With these delicious new episodes from the whirlwind life of Elisa Michaels, Johanna Hurwitz entertains us once again with a vivid portrayal of family life as seen from four feet tall. Look in the Bookshare library for over fifty more books you'll like by Johanna Hurwitz about children of all ages with others on the way. They include: The Adventures of Ali Baba Bernstein, Aldo Applesauce, Amazing Monty: More adventures in Third Grade book 3, Anne Frank: Life in Hiding, Baseball Fever, Class Clown, Faraway Summer, The Just Desserts Club, Llama in the Library, One Small Dog, Roz and Ozzie, and Spring Break.
Elisabeth's Daughter
by Marianne FredrikssonKatarina Elg is young and free. She adores falling in love, but lasting closeness frightens her and she cannot accept being tied down. Independence is more precious than anything else. Then she becomes pregnant and decides, surprisingly perhaps, to keep the baby. Her mother, Elisabeth, is supportive, but her lover reacts violently, believing that the pregnancy is no accident. Is violence inherited, Katarina wonders, and if so, can it be inherited among victims as well as perpetrators? These thoughts lead her to approach her mother, and the two women open up to each other as the past is confronted and explored.
The Elissas: Three Girls, One Fate, and the Deadly Secrets of Suburbia
by Samantha LeachAmazon's Best Nonfiction Book of the Month for June 2023Nylon's "June 2023's Must-Read Book Releases"Pure Wow&’s &“11 Books We Can&’t Wait to Read in June&”The Skimm&’s &“17 of Our Favorite Books Coming Out This Summer&”Glamour&’s &“15 Best Nonfiction Books of 2023, So Far&”Bustle&’s &“Most Anticipated Books Of Spring & Summer 2023&”Harper&’s Bazaar&’s &“23 Best Summer Beach Reads of 2023&”Zibby Mag&’s &“Most Anticipated Spring and Summer Books&” A New York Post Best Books of the Week selectionThree suburban girls meet at a boarding school for troubled teens.Eight years later, they were dead.Bustle editor Samantha Leach and her childhood best friend, Elissa, met as infants in the suburbs of Providence, Rhode Island, where they attended nursery, elementary school, and temple together. As seventh graders, they would steal drinks from bar mitzvahs and have boys over in Samantha&’s basement—innocent, early acts of rebellion. But after one of their shared acts, Samantha was given a disciplinary warning by their private school while Elissa was dismissed altogether, and later sent away. Samantha did not know then, but Elissa had just become one of the fifty-thousand-plus kids per year who enter the Troubled Teen Industry: a network of unregulated programs meant to reform wealthy, wayward youth. Less than a year after graduation from Ponca Pines Academy, Elissa died at eighteen years old. In Samantha&’s grief, she fixated on Elissa&’s last years at the therapeutic boarding school, eager to understand why their paths diverged. As she spoke to mutual friends and scoured social media pages, Samantha learned of Alyssa and Alissa, Elissa&’s closest friends at the school who shared both her name and penchant for partying, where drugs and alcohol became their norm. The matching Save Our Souls tattoo all three girls also had further fueled Samantha&’s fixation, as she watched their lives play out online. Four years after Elissa&’s death, Alyssa died, then Alissa at twenty-six. In The Elissas, Samantha endeavors to understand why they ultimately met a shared, tragic fate that she was spared, in turn, offering a chilling account of the secret lives of young suburban women.
Elissa's Odyssey
by Erica VerrilloSometimes all you want to do is to go home. . . . In the sequel toElissa’s Quest,Elissa’s Gift is not only growing in power . . . it’s changing. Elissa could always speak to animals, but now she’s able to control other things in the natural world. When Elissa becomes separated from her friend Maya—and her faithful donkey, Gertrude—she embarks on a perilous voyage that introduces her to others who have special Gifts, too. It’s as if an unseen hand is guiding her to the pieces of the prophecy . . . the prophecy of the Phoenix. In this second title in the Phoenix Rising trilogy, readers will continue to root for Elissa—a fabulous, strong girl character—as she makes her way toward her destiny.