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Intruder
by Carolyn KeeneNancy must catch a powler before he ruins the day!The library's Jane Austen Tea Party benefit is put in jeopardy when someone starts sabotaging the Bed and Breakfast hosting the event. Nancy has been called on to figure out how the prowler is getting into the house and why.
The Inuit: Ivory Carvers Of The Far North (America's First Peoples )
by Rachel A. Koestler-GrackDiscusses the Inuit Indians, focusing on their tradition of carving ivory. Includes a recipe for a blueberry-topped snowcream, and instructions for carving soap animals and for playing an Inuit game.
Invasion (The 39 Clues: Rapid Fire #6)
by Clifford RileyThe sixth of seven brand new 39 Clues stories leading up to one explosive reveal. Dan Cahill loves hanging out with his new friend Atticus Rosenbloom a child prodigy whose genius IQ doesn't stop him from playing video games or practicing ninja moves. It's a relief to get to pretend to be a normal kid for once and not worry about finding Clues or looking out for Vespers. But when Atticus's house is attacked by strange intruders Dan has to rely on his Cahill training to keep them out. Are they normal burglars? Or does Atticus's family have a secret of its own?
The Invasion: A Graphic Novel (Animorphs Ser.)
by K. A. Applegate Michael GrantThe wildly popular, bestselling sci-fi series by Katherine Applegate and Michael grant returns in a new full-color graphic novel series, adapted by Chris Grine.Sometimes weird things happen to people. Ask Jake. He could tell you about the night he and his friends saw a strange light in the sky that seemed to be heading right for them. That was the night five normal kids learned that humanity is under a silent attack -- and were given the power to fight back.Now Jake, Rachel, Cassie, Tobias, and Marco can transform into some of the most dangerous creatures on Earth. And they must use that power to outsmart an evil greater than anything the world has ever seen. . . .
Invasion of the Junkyard Hog
by Bill Doyle Scott AltmanFollowing Attack of the Shark-Headed Zombie and Stampede of the Supermarket Slugs is Bill Doyle's third tale of monsters and magic. Mr. Cigam has a new job for Keats and Henry--a job working for his mixed-up stepsisters, Lillian and Beatrice. The sisters have lost a magical compass at the Tophat Junkyard, and ever since then, they've lost their sense of direction as well. Now they need pleh! (That's help spelled backward.) But for Keats and Henry, finding the compass isn't going to be easy. Something else is searching for it, too--a magic-sniffing junkyard hog with wings, long sharp tusks, and an appetite for destruction!
Invasion of the Living Ted (Living Ted #3)
by Barry HutchisonThe final invasion of the world's most evil teddy bears is here! A laugh-out-loud adventure series for fans of The Last Kids on Earth and My Big Fat Zombie Goldfish. It's been three days since Grizz almost took over the world - again. Lisa Marie and Vernon have been interrogated by the police, and Bearvis and the Duds have been taken away to be studied. But things are far from over. Grizz has found a way to infiltrate the wireless networks and he's planning an invasion. As all teddy bears come to life, Lisa Marie and Vernon must battle a King-Kong sized teddy bear with a mind for evil. It looks like they're going to need their furry friends back!
Invasion of the Mind Swappers from Asteroid 6! (Tales from the House of Bunnicula #2)
by James Howe Brett HelquistDear possible reader of this book,<P> After I wrote my first book, It Came from Beneath the Bed!, my editor asked me to write another one. (Another one! This is hard work! I'd like to see him write another one!) So anyway...in this book the lovable and smart (not to mention talented) wirehaired dachshund puppy named Howie and his friend, the beautiful and brilliant Delilah, face their biggest challenge yet: the Mind Swappers from Asteroid 6!™ Along the way Delilah gets turned into a squirrel and has to beg for acorns. (Hey, don’t ask me! Read the book!)<P> Your friend, Howie
Invasion of the Overworld: Book One in the Gameknight999 Series: An Unofficial Minecrafter's Adventure (Gameknight999 Series #Vol. 1)
by Mark ChevertonThe world of Minecraft comes to life in this thrilling adventure!Gameknight999 loved Minecraft, but above all else, he loved to grief-to intentionally ruin the gaming experience for other users.When one of his father's inventions teleports him into the game, Gameknight is forced to live out a real-life adventure inside a digital world. What will happen if he's killed? Will he respawn? Die in real life? Stuck in the game, Gameknight discovers Minecraft's best-kept secret, something not even the game's programmers realize: the creatures within the game are alive! He will have to stay one step ahead of the sharp claws of zombies and pointed fangs of spiders, but he'll also have to learn to make friends and work as a team if he has any chance of surviving the Minecraft war his arrival has started.This action-packed tribute to the worldwide computer game phenomenon is a runaway publishing smash and the perfect companion for Minecraft fans of all ages.eatures within the game are alive!His emergence into the game triggers a war that threatens to consume all of Minecraft and possibly the physical world as well. With his new NPC friend, Crafter, and his only user friend, Shawny, Gameknight will need to fight epic battles against the mobs on the server who want to destroy everything. One thing is for certain: Gameknight is either the key to salvation for all the electronic lives in Minecraft and possibly in the physical world as well, or he's the fuse to destruction.This action-packed homage to the worldwide computer game phenomenon is a runaway publishing smash and the perfect companion for Minecraft fans of all ages.
Invasion of the Overworld: a Gameknight999 Adventure (Minecraft: Gameknight999 Ser. #Bk. 1)
by Mark ChevertonSurvival mode. Gameknight999 crafts structures and custom maps like other players. But above all, Gameknight999 loves to grief-to intentionally ruin the gaming experience for other users.But when one of his father's inventions teleports him into the game, Gameknight is forced to live out a real-life adventure inside the digital world. His emergence in the game triggers a war that threatens to consume the pixelated world and possibly the real world as well. The self-proclaimed "King of Griefers" suddenly needs strong allies to fight epic battles against the mobs on the server who want to destroy everything, including him.What will happen if Gameknight is killed in the game? Will he respawn? Disconnect? Die in real life? This is survival mode for real, where every block, pig and friend counts.Also in the series: Battle for the NetherInvasion of the Overworld is an original work of fan fiction that is not associated with Minecraft or MojangAB. It is not sanctioned nor has it been approved by the makers of Minecraft.
Invasion of the Pugs: A Branches Book (Pets Rule!)
by Susan TanEmber and the other pets come face-to-face with their most mysterious enemy yet: a pack of pugs!Pick a book. Grow a Reader!This series is part of Scholastic's early chapter book line, Branches, aimed at newly independent readers. With easy-to-read text, high-interest content, fast-paced plots, and illustrations on every page, these books will boost reading confidence and stamina. Branches books help readers grow!Ember is all ready for doggy daycare! At first, he's excited to go to the park every day because he'll be able to rule and conquer the dog park in no time. But when the dog walker arrives to pick him up, Ember comes face-to-face with the strangest-looking dogs on the planet: PUGS! Ember keeps his distance from the mysterious creatures until he learns a terrible secret: the pugs are aliens trying to take over the Earth! Will Ember and the other pets be able to stop an evil invasion of the pugs? With laugh-out-loud humor, engaging artwork on every page, and nonstop action that will have readers rushing to turn the pages, Pets Rule! is the just-right series for any emerging reader!
Invasion of the Scorp-lions: A Monstertown Mystery (Monstertown Mysteries #3)
by Bruce HaleSomething is very wrong at Monterrosa Elementary--again. Weird noises and funky smells are coming through the classroom vents. Could the school be haunted? When one of their classmates falls into a coma, best friends Carlos and Benny know it's time to call in the best monster hunters they know: each other. This may well be their wackiest extermination challenge yet! In his third Monstertown Mystery, Bruce Hale delivers another silly, strange, and spooky tale for readers who like their chills with a side of chuckles.
Invasion of the Unicorns
by David BiedrzyckiHe's just a cute little unicorn who wants to take over the world.Special Agent Bubble07 is undercover on planet Earth. His mission: to decide whether his team of alien unicorns should invade Earth. Posing as a stuffed animal, he infiltrates the home of Earthling Daughter, where he puts up with dog slobber, tea parties, and show and tell. Will the unicorn blow his cover and call for backup? Or will his alien heart be won over by storytime, snow days, and snuggles?
The Invention Hunters Discover How Electricity Works (The Invention Hunters #2)
by Korwin BriggsLearn about electricity the fun way! The Magic School Bus meets The Way Things Work in this kid-friendly guide to understanding the basics of electricity, perfect for budding engineers. The Invention Hunters travel the globe in their flying museum collecting the world's greatest inventions! This time, they've landed in a kid's backyard, and these silly scientists think they've stumbled on incredible specimens, from umbrellas and lipsticks to coins and rockets. But what they really discover--with a kid as their guide--is how electricity and magnetism powers lamps, batteries, and even toasters!Using simple explanations and diagrams and a heaping helping of humor, the Invention Hunters make the perfect companions for curious kids who are ready to learn about science, physics, engineering, history, and more.
The Invention Hunters Discover How Machines Work: Discover How Machines Work (The Invention Hunters #1)
by Korwin BriggsLearn about machines the fun way! The Magic School Bus meets The Way Things Work in this kid-friendly guide to understanding the basics of simple machines, perfect for budding engineers. The Invention Hunters travel the globe in their flying museum collecting the world's greatest inventions! Today they've landed in a construction zone. These silly scientists think they've stumbled on incredible specimens of everything you'd never find at a building site, from roller skates and pogo sticks to swords and race cars. But what they really discover--with a kid as their guide--is how simple machines like pulleys, cranks, and levers are used to engineer tools ranging from jackhammers to dump trucks...and even toilets!Using simple explanations and diagrams and a heaping helping of humor, the Invention Hunters make the perfect companions for curious kids who are ready to learn about science, physics, engineering, history, and more.
The Invention of the Airplane (World-changing Inventions Ser.)
by Lucy BeevorExplore the history and development of the airplane and find out how an airplane works. Learn about the inventors who helped influence the invention of the airplane.
The Invention of the Computer (World-changing Inventions Ser.)
by Lucy BeevorExplore the history and development of the computer and find out how a computer works. Learn about the inventors who helped influence the invention of the computer.
The Invention of the Telephone (World-changing Inventions Ser.)
by Lucy BeevorExplore the history and development of the telephone and find out how a telephone works. Learn about the inventors who helped influence the invention of the telephone.
The Invention of the Television (World-changing Inventions Ser.)
by Lucy BeevorExplore the history and development of the television and find out how a television works. Learn about the inventors who helped influence the invention of the television.
An Invention That Made a Splash (Fountas & Pinnell Classroom, Guided Reading)
by Erica CampbellSliding on a Slip ’N Slide is a fun way to cool down on a hot summer day. But the Slip ’N Slide is more than just a great toy … it's also an interesting invention story.
Inventions: Great Ideas and Where They Came From
by Sarah HoughtonHighlights inventions and inventors throughout history and discusses why people invent and the steps in the inventive process.
Inventions: That Could Have Changed the World...But Didn't!
by Joe RhatiganThe fascinating stories of inventions that could have changed the world, should have made a difference, or would have astounded us all, but for one reason or another, didn&’t. Some inventions were too wacky, weird, or unwieldy. Others simply didn&’t work. And still others may be the next big thing . . . some day. Learn about the inventors, what they thought they would accomplish, and what--if anything--they did accomplish. Zany illustrations of the contraptions in use throughout.
Inventions and Discovery: George Eastman and the Kodak Camera
by Jennifer Fandel Gordon Purcell Al Milgrom Mandy RobbinsIn graphic novel format, tells the story of how George Eastman developed the Kodak camera, and how this company changed the way people captured the moments of their lives.
Inventions and Discovery: Isaac Newton and the Laws of Motion
by Andrea Gianopoulos Phil Miller Charles Barnett Tom AdamsonTells the story of how Isaac Newton developed the laws of motion and the law of universal gravitation. Written in graphic-novel format. <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>
Inventions and Discovery: Henry Ford and the Model T
by Michael O'Hearn Phil Miller Keith Wilson Charles Barnett Christopher HarboTells the story of Henry Ford, along with his invention, the popular Model T automobile.
Inventors: Incredible stories of the world's most ingenious inventions (DK Explorers)
by Robert WinstonMeet the masterminds behind the greatest inventions in history with this nonfiction book for kids aged 7 to 9.Step into Leonardo da Vinci's workshop, relax on board Hideo Shima's speedy bullet train, and join movie star Hedy Lamarr to bounce ideas around in between takes. Inventors looks at the towering achievements of more than 50 inventors in great detail. The stories are as unusual as they are unique. From Mr. Kellogg, who accidentally created cornflakes after leaving grains boiling for too long, to the ancient Turkish polymath Ismail al-Jazari, who decided the best way to power a clock was with a model elephant, to Sarah E. Goode's fold-up bed space-saving solution–the inventors of this book have all used tons of creativity to find ways to improve our world. These groundbreaking inventions include the very earliest discoveries to modern-day breakthroughs in science, food, transportation, technology, toys, and more.Each page is packed with jaw-dropping facts, with every inventors' achievements written as a story. Beautiful illustrations by Jessamy Hawke bring the inventor's stories to life, and fantastic photography highlights the detail of their designs. With incredible hand-painted cross-sections revealing the intricacies of a robotic arm, the first plane, and the printing press, young readers will marvel at being able to see close-up how these amazing machines work. The inventors come from all walks of life and parts of the world, making this the perfect book for every budding inventor.