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Author
Publisher
Project Gutenberg
Language
English
Description
"The Rover's Secret: A Tale of the Pirate Cays and Lagoons of Cuba" by Harry Collingwood. Published by Good Press. Good Press publishes a wide range of titles that encompasses every genre. From well-known classics & literary fiction and non-fiction to forgotten−or yet undiscovered gems−of world literature, we issue the books that need to be read. Each Good Press edition has been meticulously edited and formatted to boost readability for all e-readers...
Author
Publisher
Amulet Books
Pub. Date
2013.
Physical Desc
123 pages : illustrations, maps ; 20 cm.
Language
English
Description
"The Donner Party expedition is one of the most notorious stories in all of American history. It's also a fascinating snapshot of the westward expansion of the United States, and the families and individuals who sacrificed so much to build new lives in a largely unknown landscape. From the preparation for the journey to each disastrous leg of the trip, this book shows the specific bad decisions that led to the party's predicament in the Sierra Nevada...
83) Volcanoes!
Author
Series
Publisher
National Geographic Society
Pub. Date
2008
Physical Desc
31 p. : col. ill., col. maps ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
Describes how a volcano is formed, the different types of volcanoes, where the most active volcanoes are found, and what happens when a volcano erupts.
Author
Series
Publisher
Kaleidocope Publishing
Pub. Date
2019
Language
English
Description
This narrative sports series introduces readers to five major sport leagues covering important moments, rivalries, and the history of each sport. Each title features informative sidebars, detailed infographics, vivid photos, and a glossary.
86) The moon book
Author
Publisher
Holiday House
Pub. Date
c1997
Edition
1st ed.
Physical Desc
[32] p. : col. ill. ; 26 cm.
Language
English
Description
Identifies the moon as our only natural satellite, describes its movement and phases, and discusses how we have observed and explored it over the years.
Author
Series
Publisher
Millbrook Press
Pub. Date
c2010
Physical Desc
64 p. : ill. (some col.) ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
Discusses the appeal of soccer from its ancient origins to today's stars like Pele, David Beckham, Abby Wambaugh, and Mia Hamm, some unforgettable goals and what the future holds.
Author
Publisher
National Geographic
Pub. Date
c2008
Physical Desc
32 p. : ill. (chiefly col.), col. maps ; 27 cm.
Language
English
Description
Presents the African-American holiday, which falls during the festive, gift-giving season and is celebrated by families, communities, and schools throughout America.
89) Sports Cars
Author
Series
Publisher
Kaleidocope Publishing
Pub. Date
2019
Language
English
Description
This series introduces readers to the defining characteristics, history, mechanics, and uses of twelve cool rides. Each title features engaging infographics, informative sidebars, vivid photographs, and a glossary.
Author
Language
English
Formats
Description
"The life cycle of the monarch butterfly begins when it is a tiny egg clinging to a leaf. In time, it goes through a transformation called metamorphosis to become a butterfly, and in the fall, it can migrate almost 100 miles each day. In this book, follow the story of one monarch butterfly and learn about what it eats, how it grows, and more."--Dust jacket flap.
Author
Series
Publisher
The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Pub. Date
2018
Language
Español
Description
For soccer fans, the unstoppable Cristiano Ronaldo has become a household name. What goes into the making of such a phenomenal player? What was he like when he was young and still learning? This book takes a close look at one of the greatest soccer players in the world right now. Young readers will love to learn about his jaw-dropping achievements and also learn about what shaped him into a record-breaking athlete. Ronaldo's story will inspire
...Author
Publisher
Candlewick Press
Pub. Date
2021.
Edition
First US edition.
Physical Desc
31 pages : color illustrations ; 30 cm
Language
English
Description
"In January in the Scottish Highlands, a mountain hare is camouflaged from predators in its white winter coat, while in New Guinea, a bright-green tree python guards her eggs. Come March, a warm Arctic spring lures polar bears out from their den, while in Australia, newly hatched crocodiles go for their first swim inside their mothers jaws. When autumn comes to the north, monarch butterflies start migrating south, just as bar-tailed godwits set off...
Author
Publisher
Project Gutenberg
Language
English
Description
"Fighting the Whales" by R. M. Ballantyne. Published by Good Press. Good Press publishes a wide range of titles that encompasses every genre. From well-known classics & literary fiction and non-fiction to forgotten−or yet undiscovered gems−of world literature, we issue the books that need to be read. Each Good Press edition has been meticulously edited and formatted to boost readability for all e-readers and devices. Our goal is to produce eBooks...
94) Nonsense songs
Author
Publisher
Project Gutenberg
Language
English
Description
An illustrated collection of nonsense verses by the well-known nineteenth-century English writer and artist.
Author
Series
Publisher
Grosset & Dunlap
Pub. Date
[2015]
Physical Desc
104 pages : illustrations, maps ; 20 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Enter a world of shrunken heads, mystic holy men, shriveled aliens, and bizarre relics in the delightfully odd tale of Robert Ripley. Born in California, Ripley began his career as a sports cartoonist. He went on to chronicle global records and oddities in his weekly column, Believe It Or Not! After publishing mogul William Randolph Hearst took an interest in the column, it became a syndicated global success. Ripley spent his life traveling to more...
Author
Publisher
Godwin Books/Henry Holt and Company
Pub. Date
2017.
Edition
First edition.
Physical Desc
454 pages, 8 unnumbered pages of plates : illustrations (some color) ; 24 cm
Language
English
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Description
"The true story of the relationship between brothers Theo and Vincent van Gogh"--
Author
Series
Publisher
Project Gutenberg
Language
English
Description
"Among the Farmyard People" by Clara Dillingham Pierson. Published by Good Press. Good Press publishes a wide range of titles that encompasses every genre. From well-known classics & literary fiction and non-fiction to forgotten−or yet undiscovered gems−of world literature, we issue the books that need to be read. Each Good Press edition has been meticulously edited and formatted to boost readability for all e-readers and devices. Our goal is...
Author
Series
Publisher
Scholastic Inc
Pub. Date
[2023]
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 23 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Sixteen small but MIGHTY sharks battle it out in a huge fight! Who will be the small shark champion? This nonfiction reader compares and contrasts 16 small but savage sharks. Readers will learn about each shark's unique features, behavior, and more. Then, compare and contrast the battling animals before finally discovering the winner!"--
99) Dinosaur days
Author
Publisher
Random House
Pub. Date
2014.
Edition
First edition.
Physical Desc
47 p.
Language
English
Description
Brief and simple descriptions of the various kinds of dinosaurs that roamed the earth millions of years ago.
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