It all started when my sister, Thea, discovered an old, mysterious map. In no time at all, my sister dragged me and my cousin Trap into her treasure hunt. It was an adventure I’d never forget.
It was a dream come true–I was off to Egypt to interview a famous archaeologist! I climbed onboard a crabby old camel that would take me across the desert to the Cheese Pyramid.
Stars, sundials, hour glasses, wrist watches, pendulum clocks, atomic clocks-all of these have been used to keep time. Whether recording split seconds, seasons, years or centuries, human beings have always tried to find the best and most accurate way to chronicle the passing of time. In prehistoric times, early humans had only the signs of nature to keep track of when it was time to hunt, forage, or take shelter. Then came the rock formations at Stonehenge, the Roman sundials, and the Mayan astronomical calendars. Today, scientists have instruments than can precisely clock time down to the nanosecond. How timekeeping progressed from its first simple steps to its modern accuracy is an incredible story that will forever capture the imagination. Teamed with the National Geographic Society, author Gloria Skurzynski-a recipient of the American Institute of Physics Children's Science-Writing Award-presents a fascinating and exciting history of timekeeping in On Time. A riveting reading by narrator Johanna Parker will thoroughly captivate listeners. "... appealing and informative with ... a nice progression of thought."-Dr. France A. COrdova, former NASA Chief Scientist
Amélie is a naughty little French girl who lives in Brittany with Maman, Papa and little brother Louis. In this set of four exciting stories, Amélie takes a trip on a ferry, goes to the seaside, stays on a farm and looses a tooth! Stories are narrated in English but have a generous sprinkling of French words and phrases to help children learn French. Each tale is followed by a short reminder of vocabulary from the story. A great introduction to French through entertaining stories.
Mrs. Bunny Starch, the most feared biology teacher ever, was last seen during a field trip to Black Vine Swamp. The school's headmaster and the police seem to have accepted the sketchy, unsigned note explaining that her absence is due to a "family emergency." There's no real evidence of foul play. But still, Nick and Marta don't buy it. Something weird is definitely going on.
Carl Hiaasen is a columnist for the Miami Herald and is the author of many bestselling books, including Sick Puppy, Nature Girl, and The Downhill Lie. He lives in Florida.
Jeff Kinney's highly anticipated sequel to his #1 New York Times best-selling Diary of a Wimpy Kid chronicles Greg Heffley's creative efforts to dodge middleschool hazards, dazzle the girls, avoid talent shows, and'above all'guard his embarrassing secret. Ram'n de Ocampo's spot-on narration enhances Kinney's authentic portrait of adolescent angst and madcap hilarity.
'Diary of a Wimpy Kid has been wildly popular, and this sequel should be an equally big hit with ' anyone looking for a funny book.''Library Journal
Finally available on audio, all five Olivia titles in one collection, gloriously read by Dame Edna Everage.
Olivia
Olivia...and the Missing Toy
Olivia Forms a Band
Olivia Saves the Circus
Olivia Helps with Christmas
Share in the antics and adventures of Olivia, everyone's favorite hyperactive piglet, as she spins tall tales about lion taming and tightrope walking, plays amateur detective, starts her own one-pig band, saves Santa from being cooked in the fireplace, and creates more than her fair share of havoc that will amuse and delight listeners of all ages.
Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle loves everyone, and everyone loves her right back. The Children love her because she is lots of fun. Their parents love her because she can cure children of absolutely any bad habit. The treatments are unusual, but they work! Who better than a pig, for instance, to teach a piggy little boy table manners? And what better way to cure the rainy-day "waddle-I-do's" than hunt for pirate treasure in Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle's upside-down house?
"Each of these stories has obviously been told over and over to delighted children, who must throng around their author as the youngsters in the book do around Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle herself."
- The Chicago Tribune
That's what Annabelle discovers on her first day in her brand-new life. Birchwood Middle School is totally different from her old all-girls elementary. In fact, lots of things in Annabelle's life are totally different now that she's back from summer camp. There's mom's new boyfriend, a new house, new friends - even a new puppy that likes to chew on Annabelle's clothes. Well, at least the puppy comes with a leash and a training manual! If only she could say the same for the boys... Featuring Annabelle's hilarious take on friendship, boys, and her all-new life, this novel-slash-survival guide perfectly captures the joy - and agony - of junior high school. And it might just teach you how to tame the wildest beast of all: the teenage boy. "Fresh, fun, and full of heart, BOYS ARE DOGS will empower girls while giving them the giggles at the same time." -- Meg Cabot, author of the PRINCESS DIARIES and ALLIE FINKLE'S RULES FOR GIRLS series "Sweeties, you must read this wonderful book. IT HAS SO MUCH GREAT ADVICE ABOUT BOYS IN IT!!! All that, and a fabulous, funny, warm-hearted story, too. Read! Read! Read!!!!" -- Lauren Myracle, bestselling author of ELEVEN, TWELVE, and THIRTEEN
Grade Level: 4-6 Age Level: 9-11 Listening Level: 4-6 When Sol and Connie Blink move to Grand Creek, one of the first people to welcome them is an odd older woman, Fay Holaderry, and her friendly dog, Swift, who carries a very strange bone in his mouth. Sol knows a lot more than the average eleven-year-old, so when he identifies the bone as a human femur, he and Connie begin to wonder if their new neighbor is up to no good. In a spine-tingling adventure that makes them think twice about whom they can trust, Sol and Connie discover that solving mysteries can be a dangerous game - even for skilled junior sleuths.
It’s February and love is in the air! Everyone in the fourth grade is getting into the Valentine spirit. The kids are making cards, and are ordering personalized candy hearts from Cinnamon’s Candy Shop, the new candy store in the mall. But Katie has had enough—she is definitely not into all this mushy gushy stuff! So Katie makes a decision: there’ll be no Valentine’s Day for her this year. But then Katie turns into Cinnamon, the candy store owner. And the personalized hearts she makes up are...well...not exactly to order! By doing this, she practically ruins Valentine’s Day for everyone. Will Katie have a change of heart and save the day?
Katie and Suzanne are so excited-they won tickets to see their favorite rock group, the Bayside Boys, at the Cherrydale Arena! And not only do they get to see the show, but they get to attend the dress rehearsal and go backstage to hang out with the group! But when the magic wind turns Katie into one of the band members in the middle of the rehearsal, she manages to break up the band just before the big show! Will Katie be able to get the Bayside Boys back together again?
