This is no ordinary collection of knock-knock jokes. It's extra crazy. Extra hilarious. Extra spontaneous. And this new offering from master of laughter Bob Phillips will require extra stamina from parents whose kids own this fantastically funny joke treasury. When kids get squirrely on road trips, in waiting rooms, or during family game night, Extra Nutty Knock-Knock Jokes for Kids will make everything all better. In the world of knock-knock books, this one demands to be answered, again and again, for a giggle-a-thon suited for all ages. Views: 215
Cora Marsland wrote this popular book that continues to be widely read today despite its age. Views: 214
Unis and Pepi. Slaves of the Pharoah or makers of history? Find out in the short story Flesh and Stone.Sarah is given Aisha's diary right before her mysterious death. Being reluctant at first, Sarah decides to read her diary, to figure out the truth, of what might have lead to her sisters death.. She discovers another world, of love, religion and cultures. Can the power of Love unite those who are of different religions? Views: 214
To mark the 20th anniversary of the publication of "Amazing Grace," the spirited little girl with a big imagination is coming back to Puffin in two fun chapter books! In "Encore, Grace!," when Grace's family and group of friends change, Grace turns to her imagination to cope with things like a new girl in school and the death of a family friend. In "Bravo, Grace!," Grace deals with more change. This time her mother is remarrying and they are moving to a new house, there's a bully in school, and there's a new baby on the way! But despite all the changes, Grace always has her family and friends to support her, and she always finds a way to handle new situations in positive ways.
Hoffman's successful African-American protagonist provides a wonderful role model for today's multicultural school community in this second volume of short, clear, event-filled chapters." - "Kirkus Reviews" review for "Encore, Grace!"
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On the surface, Aunt Maria seems like a cuddly old lady, all chit-chat and lace doilies and unadulterated NICEness! When Mig and her family go for a short visit, they soon learn that Aunt Maria rules the place with a rod of sweetness that’s tougher than iron and deadlier than poison. Life revolves around tea parties, while the men are all grey-suited zombies who fade into the background, and the other children seem like clones. The short visit becomes a long stay, and when all talk of going home ceases, Mig despairs! Things go from bad to worse when Mig’s brother Chris tries to rebel, but is changed into a wolf . Mig is convinced that Aunt Maria must be a witch – but who will believe her? It’s up to Mig to figure out what’s going on. Maybe the ghost who haunts the downstairs bedroom holds the key? Views: 214
Oz is knotted with social unrest: The Emerald City is mounting an invasion of Munchkinland, Glinda is under house arrest, the Cowardly Lion is on the run from the law, and Dorothy is back. Amid chaos and war, Elphaba’s green granddaughter born at the end of "Son of a Witch", comes of age. Rain will take up her broom, and bring the series to a close. Views: 214
Lilah May used to be angry. VERY angry. But not any more. She's got her temper - and her life - back under control. Or has she?Things with her best friend, Bindi, are going from bad to worse. The whereabouts of her brother Jay is still a mystery. And gorgeous Adam Carter is still out of reach. Groo!Can Lilah sort out her family, her friendship and her love life? Or is her anger about to reach all new levels?This funny and moving story is the follow up to The Taming of Lilah May. Views: 214
A young woman from Russia comes to the small New England town of West Hartford, Connecticut to work for the mysterious Pavlovich family. Young Sonia Godunov dreams of becoming a chef in her new country. She soon becomes romantically involved with the youngest of the three Pavlovich brothers. Sonia's dreams and her sanity are threatened by the dark secrets that lie in the heart of 69 Keeney Avenue.69 Keeney Avenue is a mystery with elements of Christian Revelation. A young woman from Russia comes to the small suburban town of West Hartford, Connecticut to be a cook for the mysterious Pavlovich family. Young Sonia Godunov is an attractive, friendly young lady who dreams of becoming a chef in her new country. She is to work at 69 Keeney Avenue, a scary-looking house near the center of town. She meets the three strange Pavlovich brothers, who alternate between helping her and terrifying her. Sonia finds herself attracted to Alexander, the youngest of the three brothers. Though Sonia is intimidated by Harriet Blom, the aunt of the three brothers, she soon finds that Harriet is a sort of mother figure to her. As Sonia prepares for a local baking contest in town, she is threatened by the middle brother, Ivan Pavlovich. He forces her to search for an object that is hidden at 69 Keeney Avenue. Sonia is also intimidated by the eldest brother, Nicholas Pavlovich, who has brought her to the house for some unknown purpose. Sonia will have to solve the mystery that hangs over the three brothers if she is to hold on to her dreams and her sanity. This mystery lies in the darkest corners of 69 Keeney Avenue. Views: 214
"True, time is the villain and we are trapped in him. True, love is sometimes not returned. True, friends are sometimes false. But to be aware of this—all of it—and still want to go on living, that is the triumph. It is the reward." As a young woman and aspiring author, Gail Godwin kept a detailed journal of her hopes and dreams, her love affairs, daily struggles, and small triumphs as she yearned for the day when she would finally become a published writer. At the urging of her friend Joyce Carol Oates, Godwin has distilled these early journals into two parts: This second and final volume opens in London in 1963 and concludes with the triumphant sale of Godwin's first novel in 1969.Newly divorced and filled with literary ambition, Godwin arrives in London in 1962. At the start of this second volume, the call to write has become ingrained in the trajectory of her life. Though she is hobbled by a tedious but well-paying job with the U.S. Travel... Views: 214
It took the brightest US Navy officers to crack the top secret Japanese Naval code 25, and Lieutenant Michael Holland was among the best. When Lieutenant Holland intercepts an eerie signal from a sunken Japanese aircraft carrier he finds that too much knowledge is not such a good thing.Then the Order doctors were worrying after Rosetta, and Keaton stepped back to let them tend to her wounds. Representatives for the various Parchments and Speakers asked him questions and he answered. Yes, he and Rosetta were in a relationship. Yes, he was very impressed with her performance. Yes, he was very prepared for his fight with Mantis.It worried him that this last felt like a lie.“What do you think about the announcement,” one of the writers asked, “that Rosetta is set to fight the Queen of Foxes in just over a month?”Keaton was confused. “Doesn’t the Queen have at least one more fight between now and then?” he asked. “Rosetta should have at least 12 weeks preparation time.”"Shinen was next in line, but she was injured in training,” the writer said. “Rosetta is stepping in to replace her. What do you think of the match up?”Keaton felt cold. “I think Rosetta is ready for anything,” he said.This also felt like a lie.Keaton looked through the mob of people and stared at Rosetta. She was sitting on a stool, eyes closed as the Order doctor stitched up her arm. She looked so small sitting there.He had to train her, and he had to beat Mantis. So he would do both.If that was even possible. Views: 214
