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Dave at Night
by Gail Carson LevineThe next song was slow, and the trumpet was more important than the piano. I closed my eyes. The trumpet purred and hummed, and sometimes it sang so sweetly it could have been a lullaby. I leaned my head back against the wall behind my chair. I wondered if Irma Lee knew how to do the Charleston. I didn't know anything about dancing. But if I tried it, I knew she wouldn't laugh at me.<P>I'd be her friend, just like I promised I would. I'd be her friend even if I had to climb down the walls of the asylum to go to see her.
David A. Poulsen's Young Adult Fiction 3-Book Bundle: And Then the Sky Exploded / Numbers / Old Man
by David A. PoulsenProlific young adult author David A. Poulsen "handles heavy material with sophistication" (Publishers Weekly). The teens in these three novels confront a teacher who denies the Holocaust, the devastation of atomic bombs, and emotional fallout from the Vietnam War. Includes: And Then the Sky Exploded Ninth-grader Christian Deaver learns his great-grandfather was part of the team that built the atomic bombs dropped on Japan in World War II. During a school trip to Japan, he meets a Hiroshima survivor and tries to make amends. But what can one teenager do? Numbers Just when Andy starts to feel like he finally belongs, can he stand up to the person he trusted the most? Old Man Nate takes an unexpected and unwanted trip with his estranged father, only to undergo changes in his perceptions of both himself and his dad, whose participation in the Vietnam War changed him forever.
David Copperfield
by Charles DickensBook Description David Copperfield is the story of a young man's adventures on his journey from an unhappy and impoverished childhood to the discovery of his vocation as a successful novelist.
David Gets in Trouble
by David ShannonCaldecott Honor artist and bestseller David Shannon make readers laugh aloud in this next story about the troublemaking David!"When David gets in trouble, he always says . . . 'NO! It's not my fault! I didn't mean to! It was an accident!'" Whatever the situation, David's got a good excuse. And no matter what he's done "wrong," it's never really his fault. Soon, though, David realizes that making excuses makes him feel bad, and saying he's sorry makes him feel better. Once again, David Shannon entertains us with young David's mischievous antics and a lighthearted story that's sure to leave kids (and parents) laughing.
David's Bugs
by Angie Papple JohnstonAnts, pill bugs, and grasshoppers! David loves to play with bugs!
David's Search (The Orphan Train Children #4)
by Joan Lowery NixonHistory comes alive in this entertaining and educational series for readers ages 7-11, written by the author of the Orphan Train Adventures. David Howard has been living on the streets of New York City so long he can barely remember his parents.
Dawdle Duckling
by Toni BuzzeoOne Mama Duck paddles and quacks. One, two, three ducklings swim behind, but the fourth little duckling dawdles and dreams, preens and plays, splashes and spins . . . A cheerful reassuring tale of youthful rebellion and parental protection--with an exciting surprise ending!
Dawn: Dawn, Sunny, Maggie, Amalia, And Ducky (California Diaries #7)
by Ann M. MartinDawn&’s dad and stepmom just had a baby girl—new, cute, and perfect . . . When vying for her parents&’ attention, how can Dawn compete? Dawn and Sunny&’s friendship is over. It seems to Dawn like she moved back to California for nothing—Sunny certainly doesn&’t appreciate all that Dawn has done to help her. Dawn spends more time with Maggie and Ducky, but somehow that makes her miss Sunny more, even though she&’s still angry with her. At home, all her dad and stepmom can do is think about the new baby. Is there even room for two daughters in her parents&’ lives now? Maybe she&’s not needed in California anymore. When Dawn heads back to Stoneybrook for the summer, perhaps it will be for good. This ebook features an illustrated personal history of Ann M. Martin, including rare images from the author&’s collection. Dawn: Diary Two is the 7th book in the California Diaries, which also includes Sunny: Diary Two and Maggie: Diary Two.
Dawn: Dawn, Sunny, Maggie, Amalia, And Ducky (California Diaries #1)
by Ann M. MartinCan Dawn find a life in California to match the one she left behind in Connecticut—or has too much changed between her friends? At Vista, eighth graders are required to write personal journals about their experiences. Meet thirteen-year-old Dawn Schafer, the crunchy and health conscious member of the Baby-Sitters Club, who has returned to California to live with her father, stepmother, and brother. Dawn is thrilled to be reunited with her old friends Sunny, Maggie, and Jill. It&’s not always easy to keep the group together, though—things are changing fast since they moved the eighth-grade classes into the high school. With new social demands and decisions to make, Dawn sees just how much her old friends have changed since she moved away. Or is she the one who is different now? It&’s time for this independent girl to let go of the life she had across the country and figure out just where she belongs now. This ebook features an illustrated personal history of Ann M. Martin, including rare images from the author&’s collection. Dawn: Diary One is the 1st book in the California Diaries, which also includes Sunny: Diary One and Maggie: Diary One.
Dawn
by Uri ShulevitzAn ALA Notable Book. A New York Times Outstanding Book of the Year. A boy and his grandfather watch dawn break together.
Dawn and the Impossible Three: Dawn And The Impossible Three (The Baby-Sitters Club Graphix #5)
by Ann M. Martin Gale GalliganDawn Schafer is the newest member of The Baby-sitters Club. While she's still adjusting to life in Stoneybrook after moving from sunny California, she's eager to accept her first big job. But taking care of the three Barrett kids would be too much for any baby-sitter. The house is always a mess, the kids are out of control, and Mrs. Barrett never does any of the things she promises. On top of all that, Dawn wants to fit in with the other members of the BSC, but she can't figure out how to get along with Kristy. Was joining The Baby-sitters Club a mistake? <P><P> <i>Advisory: Bookshare has learned that this book offers only partial accessibility. We have kept it in the collection because it is useful for some of our members. Benetech is actively working on projects to improve accessibility issues such as these.</i>
The Dawn of the Deed: The Prehistoric Origins of Sex
by John A. LongWe all know about the birds and the bees, but what about the ancient placoderm fishes and the dinosaurs? The history of sex is as old as life itself--and as complicated and mysterious. And despite centuries of study there is always more to know. In 2008, paleontologist John A. Long and a team of researchers revealed their discovery of a placoderm fish fossil, known as "the mother fish," which at 380 million years old revealed the oldest vertebrate embryo--the earliest known example of internal fertilization. As Long explains, this find led to the reexamination of countless fish fossils and the discovery of previously undetected embryos. As a result, placoderms are now considered to be the first species to have had intimate sexual reproduction or sex as we know it--sort of. Inspired by this incredible find, Long began a quest to uncover the paleontological and evolutionary history of copulation and insemination. In The Dawn of the Deed, he takes readers on an entertaining and lively tour through the sex lives of ancient fish and exposes the unusual mating habits of arthropods, tortoises, and even a well-endowed (16. 5 inches!) Argentine Duck. Long discusses these significant discoveries alongside what we know about reproductive biology and evolutionary theory, using the fossil record to provide a provocative account of prehistoric sex. The Dawn of the Deed also explores fascinating revelations about animal reproduction, from homosexual penguins to monogamous seahorses to the difficulties of dinosaur romance and how sexual organs in ancient shark-like fishes actually relate to our own sexual anatomy. The Dawn of the Deed is Long's own story of what it's like to be a part of a discovery that rewrites evolutionary history as well as an absolutely rollicking guide to sex throughout the ages in the animal kingdom. It's natural history with a naughty wink.
Dawnlands: A Novel (The Fairmile Series #3)
by Philippa GregoryThe &“superb&” (People) Fairmile series from #1 New York Times bestselling author Philippa Gregory continues as the fiercely independent Alinor and her family find themselves entangled in palace intrigue and political upheaval in 17th-century England.It is 1685 and England is on the brink of a renewed civil war. King Charles II has died without an heir and his brother James is to take the throne. But the people are bitterly divided, and many do not welcome the new king or his young queen. Ned Ferryman cannot persuade his sister, Alinor, that he is right to return from America with his Pokanoket servant, Rowan, to join the rebel army. Instead, Alinor and her daughter Alys, have been coaxed by the manipulative Livia to save the queen from the coming siege. The rewards are life-changing: the family could return to their beloved Tidelands, and Alinor could rule where she was once lower than a servant. Alinor&’s son is determined to stay clear of the war, but, in order to keep his own secrets in the past, Livia traps him in a plan to create an imposter Prince of Wales—a surrogate baby to the queen. From the last battle in the desolate Somerset Levels to the hidden caves on the slave island of Barbados, this third volume of an epic story follows a family from one end of the empire to another, to find a new dawn in a world which is opening up before them with greater rewards and dangers than ever before.
Dawn's California Diaries: Diary One, Diary Two, and Diary Three (California Diaries)
by Ann M. MartinTeenager Dawn Schafer struggles with big changes on the West Coast in this spin-off from the Newbery Award–winning author’s Baby-sitters Club series. Thirteen-year-old Dawn is thrilled to be back in California again after living in Connecticut, but her life and friends on the West Coast aren’t exactly like she remembers. As Dawn adjusts to having a new baby sister in her house and attempts to rekindle her relationship with her friend Sunny, the crunchy, health-conscious member of the Baby-sitters Club will have to figure out how she fits in and where she belongs . . . The next chapter following Ann M. Martin’s bestselling Baby-sitters Club series, the California Diaries are the first-person journals of Dawn, Sunny, Maggie, Amalia, and Ducky—five teenagers dealing with the ups and downs of growing up. This collection includes the complete set of Dawn’s three California Diaries.
Day: A Novel
by Michael CunninghamA &“quietly stunning&” (Ocean Vuong) exploration of love and loss, the struggles and limitations of family life—and how we all must learn to live together and apart—from the Pulitzer Prize–winning author of The Hours &“Along with George Eliot, Michael Cunningham belongs in that rare group of novelists who hold the world close, with apparently infinite respect, compassion, and tenderness, all while describing the world and its inhabitants unsparingly.&”—Tony KushnerA HARPER&’S BAZAAR BEST BOOK OF THE YEARApril 5, 2019: In a cozy brownstone in Brooklyn, the veneer of domestic bliss is beginning to crack. Dan and Isabel, husband and wife, are slowly drifting apart—and both, it seems, are a little bit in love with Isabel&’s younger brother, Robbie. Robbie, wayward soul of the family, who still lives in the attic loft; Robbie, who, trying to get over his most recent boyfriend, is living vicariously through a glamorous avatar online; Robbie, who now has to move out of the house—and whose departure threatens to break the family apart. And then there is Nathan, age ten, taking his first uncertain steps toward independence, while his sister, Violet, five, does her best not to notice the growing rift between her parents.April 5, 2020: As the world goes into lockdown, the cozy brownstone is starting to feel more like a prison. Violet is terrified of leaving the windows open, obsessed with keeping her family safe. Isabel and Dan communicate mostly in veiled sleights and frustrated sighs. And dear Robbie is stranded in Iceland, alone in a mountain cabin with nothing but his thoughts—and his secret Instagram life—for company.April 5, 2021: Emerging from the worst of the crisis, the family reckons with a new, very different reality—and with what they&’ve learned, what they&’ve lost, and how they might go on.
A Day at the Fair
by Leslea Newman Loretta Lopez<p>After spending an action-packed day at the fair, a Latino boy enjoys one last ride—the ride home! <p>Guided Reading: C <p>Interest Level: Grades 1 - 1 <p>Reading Level: Grades 1 - 1 <p>Themes: Latino/Hispanic/Mexican Interest, Games/Toys, Families, Childhood Experiences and Memories, Realistic Fiction</p>
Day Dreams and Movie Screens (Faithgirlz / Lena in the Spotlight)
by Alena Pitts Wynter PittsEleven-year-old Lena Daniels’ summer of Hollywood starlets and movie filming alongside her favorite singer, Mallory Winston, is over. School will be back in full swing, and it seems as though life might just pick up where it left off—with volleyball games, homework, and her best friends. But just as she begins to wonder if her summer was all just a dream, her world is turned upside down . . . again! The movie [movie title to be added] premiers, the previews seem to be splattered on every television and radio channel, and everyone knows her name. Her classmates, strangers, and even her friends are starting to treat her differently, and everywhere she turns she’s being asked for an autograph, a picture, or a hug.Lena is just figuring out how to manage her new fame at home when she finds out she's hitting the road on a two-week bus tour to further promote the film. Traveling across the country with the cast—with the surprise addition of her whole family joining them—Lena experiences adventures and challenges she never expected, while learning to step outside of her comfort zone and follow the path God has for her life. She learns that saying yes to God may not always be easy, but will take her further than she ever imagined!This Faithgirlz series entitled Lena in the Spotlight, written by Alena Pitts, star of The War Room and tween blogger of For Girls Like You, and co-written with her mother, editor and author, Wynter Pitts, is a reflection of Alena’s own life experiences as she reaches for the stars and keeps her faith in balance.
The Day God Made You
by Rory FeekIn this empowering book, Grammy Award–winning singer and songwriter Rory Feek of Joey+Rory encourages children that God made them unique creations.Your children or grandchildren will love cuddling up with you to discover how God delighted over each and every detail of their lives and personalities as He created them--from the shape of their eyes to the sound of their laughter. The Day God Made You also reminds preschoolers and elementary-aged children that God knew their families, their friends, their tears, their gifts, and even their dreams and hopes from the very beginning.This beautiful and affirming story for 4 to 8-year-oldscelebrates the diverse and wonderful features God created in each of His children with Rory Feek's moving lyrical rhymesreminds all children--including all races, different abilities, and those with special needs--that God created them with purpose and loveencourages positive self-concept and self-esteem as children learn to be happy with themselves because God delights in who He created them to beis a comforting and inspiring read to share at story times or to send children to bed with peaceful heartsThis colorful picture book with vivid illustrations from artist Malgosia Piatkowska is a great gift for Christmas, birthdays, baptisms, confirmations, adoption parties, and end-of-school-year celebrations. Delightful rhymes and a powerful message of love make this the perfect parent-child read for families of all shapes and sizes, including nuclear families, single-parent homes, foster families, and adoptive families.
The Day I Fell Into a Fairytale: The bestselling classic adventure
by Ben MillerFollowing the breakout successes of The Night I Met Father Christmas and The Boy Who Made the World Disappear, get ready for the brilliant NEW novel from actor, comedian and bestselling author Ben Miller, perfect for fans of Matt Haig and David Baddiel! Featuring beautiful illustrations throughout from Daniela Jaglenka Terrazzini,Lana loves stories. Especially the ones she and her brother, Harrison, share in their make-believe games. But when Harrison decides he&’s too grown-up to play with Lana she finds herself feeling lonely. Until something magical happens… Hidden in the strange new supermarket in town, Lana discovers a portal to a fairytale world! But these aren&’t the happy-ever-after fairytales that Lana knows, they are darker and more dangerous, and the characters need Lana&’s help to defeat an evil witch. But she can&’t do it alone. Can she convince Harrison to believe in stories again and journey to the world with her. . . before it&’s too late? This is a story about stories, but it&’s also about a brother and a sister finding their way back to each other through the power of imagination. Ben Miller is an actor, director, and comedian, best known for writing and starring in The Armstrong and Miller Show and his role as Rowan Atkinson&’s sidekick, Bough, in Johnny English Strikes Back. Other recent big screen roles include What We Did On Our Holiday with Billy Connolly, and the much-loved Paddington 2 with, well, Paddington. On television, he is best known for the crime comedy drama Death In Paradise which has been a big hit worldwide.Praise for The Night I Met Father Christmas: 'A gorgeous tale brimming with the magic of Christmas. A sheer delight for all kids both big AND small.' Ruth Jones, award-winning writer and comedian 'Enchanting, funny and intriguing in equal measure' Philip Ardagh,bestselling author 'You can always tell when a children&’s book has been written by a brilliant father because there&’s a particular intimacy, warmth and mischievous humour that bubbles through it ... irresistible' Alexander Armstrong, presenter, comedian and writer 'A fire-side gem of a story' Abi Elphinstone, bestselling author Praise for The Boy Who Made the World Disappear: 'Fabulous' The Sunday Express 'As children's morality tales go, this is as satisfying as it gets' The Big Issue
The Day I Ran Away
by Holly L. NinerWinner:Mom's Choice AwardWhile Dad tucks her in, a little girl named Grace calmly recounts her day—which was anything but calm. She had a tantrum (because of some injustices involving a purple shirt and breakfast cereal) and was banished to her bedroom before deciding to run away. Understanding that kids have ups and downs, Grace's mom wisely gave her daughter the space and time she needed to reach her own decision to return home—to open arms.The Day I Ran Away amusingly captures Grace's mutable moods and childlike logic. Warm, humorous digital paintings offer fun details to keep little listeners busy. Kids can compare the bedtime and daytime scenes and try to figure out how Grace got that purple paw-print on her cheek—and when it got washed away. They can mimic Grace's facial expressions or copy her poses for some soothing bedtime yoga. And of course, they can create a safe place to run away to when the injustices of Pre-K existence become too much to bear. A pop-up tent in the yard and the haven beneath the dining room table are excellent run-away destinations, as long as you come home for dinner.
The Day My Baby Was Born
by Lanita Mcmeekan-CatesInspiring Stories for Moms-to-Be | Real moms share their intimate birth stories Share in the beauty and wonder of the birth experience with this touching collection of true stories from 60 real moms, describing in their own words how their newborns came into the world. Their intimate recollections capture the remarkable range of birth experiences and remind us of the extraordinary bond that forms from this moment on. A great shower gift or self-purchase for expectant mothers that shares the amazing childbirth experience. Beautifully packaged to reflect the warmth, wonder, and mystery of the childbirth experience, The Day My Baby Was Born presents true stories from a wide variety of women about the different ways their child came into the world and the incredible bond this moment forms among all mothers.The Day My Baby Was Born gives moms-to-be a full sense of what to expect, through real stories from real people - the voices of friends, sisters, neighbors, and others sharing their own thoughts on the incredible moment.
The Day My Dog Got Famous
by Jen Carney"Funny, heartwarming and full of characters who become our friends – don’t miss!" LoveReading4KidsA few things you should know about Ferris Foster:1. He’s the cartooning genius behind ASTOUNDOG (star of The Hoot, available exclusively in his school playground)2. His best friend is his actual dog, Aldo who is anything but astounding3. He’s had 13 foster brothers and 8 foster sisters and now he’s about to meet his new foster sister, Tia, for the first time4. His NEMESIS is his totally annoying neighbour Destiny Dean!When Destiny boasts about videos of her dog, Princess Foo-Foo, going viral, Ferris foolishly claims that Aldo can easily become a BIGGER internet star.There's just one problem: Aldo has about as much talent as a teaspoon.Then Ferris and Tia accidentally film Aldo doing what looks like an amazing trick . . . will Aldo finally live up to the name of his comic book alter-ego and wow the world with his skills or is this about to be the biggest EPIC FAIL ever?Perfect for fans of Danny Wallace, Liz Pichon and Katie Kirby - buckle up, you’re in for a dog-tastic adventure, packed with comic strips and cartoons!What people are saying about THE DAY MY DOG GOT FAMOUS:'Funny, heartfelt and inclusive - a brilliant read!' Maisie Chan, author of Danny Chung Does Not Do Maths 'A really fun story with funny illustrations - your kid’s gonna love it!' Lauren Layfield, TV presenter and author of Indi Raye is Totally Faking It'Warm-hearted, accessible and laugh-out-loud funny. It shows that family is bigger than biology - it's about who you love and who you look out for - and there's room for everyone!' Sarah Hagger-Holt, author of Proud of Me "Engaging with fab illustrations. Me and my daughter love Jen's books!" Helen Rutter, author of The Boy Who Made Everyone Laugh
Day Nine: A Postpartum Depression Memoir
by Amanda MundayA harrowing memoir about a woman’s struggle with postpartum depression. Nine days after the birth of her daughter, Amanda was involuntarily admitted to a Toronto psychiatric ward for postpartum depression. The typical hold-and-release process in Ontario is seventy-two hours. She stayed eighteen days. New parent sleep deprivation is familiar, but Munday’s tumultuous experience with depression is one rarely discussed within parent communities. Any mental illness comes with a strong public stigma, and with mental illness connected to motherhood, the judgments run deep. Through her experiences, Munday presents the harsh realities of new parenthood and the quiet suffering postpartum depression commands. Day Nine is an intimate memoir that reads like a freight train, revealing how common life transitions — childbirth and parenthood — can unravel into a medical emergency few new parents are prepared for.
The Day No One Woke Up
by Polly Ho-YenAn out-of-this-world middle-grade adventure about finding friendship in the most unlikely of places. From the bestselling and Waterstones Children&’s Book Prize shortlisted author of BOY IN THE TOWER. Perfect for fans of Stranger Things and authors, such as Ross Welford and Lisa Thompson. Something strange is happening in Ana&’s city . . . she&’s the only one awake. Confused and curious, Ana sets off to explore, bumping into the one other person who&’s been able to rouse themselves – her ex–best friend, Tio. On a mission to discover what&’s happening, Ana and Tio journey through the city looking for clues, their friendship mending with every step. When a mysterious creature suddenly materialises in front of them, Ana realises they&’ve found the answer they&’ve been looking for. But one question still remains: Why them?Praise for How I Saved the World in a Week:&‘This tense, haunting zombie thriller perfectly balances terrifying peril with emotional depth.&’ – Guardian &‘A fabulous page-turner&’ – Abi Elphinstone, author of Sky Song&‘A compelling and timely survivalist journey&’ – Sita Brahmachari, author of Where the River Runs Gold&‘A brave and powerful story&’ – Jasbinder Bilan, author of Asha & the Spirit BirdPraise for Boy in the Tower:&‘An unusual and very impressive debut&’ – Fiona Noble, The Bookseller
Day Nurseries & Childcare in Europe, 1800–1939
by Dorena CaroliThis book traces the birth and evolution of the cr#65533;che in France, England, Germany, Russia and Italy from the mid-nineteenth century to the eve of the Second World War, in an attempt to understand from a transnational viewpoint the history of an institution for very young children that was very different from what we know today. These institutions had the two-fold goal of combatting the two phenomena that had for centuries characterised the history of infancy - infant mortality and the abandonment of babies. Drawing on a wealth of printed sources and in the light of the most recent and authoritative historical investigations, Dorena Caroli discusses the origins of the first cr#65533;che, established in Paris in 1844 by Firmin Marbeau, going on to compare and contrast the reception of the French model of care and assistance for babies and infants in a number of different European countries - England, Germany, Russia and Italy. This book fills a significant lacuna in the studies of infant history and the educational institutions designed for infants, providing a clear and broad picture not only of the practices followed but also of the evolution of "puericulture" and medical theories about very young children held in Europe in the nineteenth and twentieth centuries. It represents not only a valuable contribution to the history of these institutions but also a useful manual for students in the field of infant care.