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The Official Guide to Randonautica: Everything You Need to Know about Creating Your Random Adventure Story
by Joshua Lengfelder Auburn SalcedoBreak free from your usual routine and find adventure in your own neighborhood with this official field guide to the popular Randonautica app.Randonauts everywhere are exploring the world outside of their usual daily routes and expanding their previous understandings of the mind-matter connection. They are finding that once they arrive, there is often an eerily spot-on connection to the intention they set before generating the coordinates. Or they simply discover a place they haven&’t been before. In The Official Guide to Randonautica, the creators of the popular app explain how the intentions from the user translate to randomly generated coordinates, and all the theories about why users&’ set intentions can be so closely related to what they find at the given location. This book gives you the opportunity to log your experiences so you can make the most of what you discover on these journeys. Whether you&’re a new randonaut or a seasoned expert, this book is the perfect field guide for your next adventure.
The Disaster-Ready Home: A Step-by-Step Emergency Preparedness Manual for Sheltering in Place
by Creek StewartA complete, step-by-step manual for safely sheltering-in-place at home so you are prepared for any disaster or disease.If a disaster forces you to shelter in place, do you think you have everything you need to safely and comfortably stay put in your home? If the answer is no, The Disaster-Ready Home will help you create a safe, well-stocked place to weather out any emergency. Survival expert and bestselling author Creek Stewart gives you a step-by-step emergency preparedness plan to meet your food, water, heat, and sanitation needs during any disaster. Including detailed lists, photographs, and complete instructions to make the plan easy to follow, this book is the only resource you need for a disaster. You&’ll learn how to: -Create an emergency pantry stocked with enough food for the timeframe of your choice—from two weeks to three months to a full year -Select and store food that fits your taste, diet, and budget -Easily rotate and use your emergency food supply, so nothing goes to waste -Set up long-term water storage and renewable water sources -Cook food and boil water when your kitchen appliances aren&’t working -Safely heat and light your home when the power is out -Effectively manage sanitation issues if running water is unavailable -And much more! With daily headlines dominated by disease and disasters, the need to be prepared has never been more evident. This practical, field-tested guide will help you protect and provide for your family when any situation arises.
The Everything Kids' Basketball Book, 5th Edition: A Guide to Your Favorite Players and Teams—and Tips on Playing Like a Pro (Everything® Kids)
by Bob SchallerLearn the most up-to-date statistics along with information on all your favorite players in the newest edition of the bestselling The Everything Kids&’ Basketball Book, featuring great tips for mastering the game!Filled with updated information and stats, new player profiles, and dozens of fun games and activities, The Everything Kids&’ Basketball Book, 5th Edition shows kids everything they need to know about their favorite sport. They will learn all the rules of the game, the history of the sport, and discover new information about their favorite players and teams. Covering all aspects of the game, this book also features up-to-date records of the NBA, WNBA, NCAA, and Olympic basketball, highlighting the importance of teamwork and shows how to stay active and healthy playing the sport you love.
The Everything Kids' Baseball Book, 12th Edition: A Guide to Today's Stars, All-Time Greats, and Legendary Teams—with Tips on Playing Like a Pro (Everything® Kids)
by Joe GergenThis update to The Everything Kids&’ Baseball Book contains new information from the 2020 and 2021 seasons, refreshed bios for your favorite players, and an expanded look at women&’s baseball and softball for any and all baseball fans!The Everything Kids&’ Baseball Book, 12th Edition is a great way to introduce young fans to all the fun, action, and excitement of America&’s favorite pastime. Featuring dozens of puzzle and games, this new edition has up-to-date stats for all your favorite players and teams. This book also introduces new baseball fans to the best stars playing today, teaches the rules and history of the game, and gives tips and tools to develop a new player&’s skills. From their first t-ball game to the World Series, this book is sure to be a grand slam for kids and parents alike!
The Family Guide to Outdoor Adventures: 30 Wilderness Activities to Enjoy Nature Together!
by Creek StewartExplore and experience nature with your kids with these 30 fun and educational family activities dedicated to spending more time outside.Less screen, more green! In the world of smartphones, tablets, and online learning, the need for children to engage with nature has never been more evident. Outdoor activities and projects inspire exploration, creativity, curiosity, learning, and a sense of wonder. Interacting with nature also fosters a healthy love and respect for the outdoors. The Family Guide to Outdoor Adventures features fun and engaging hands-on nature, camping, and bushcraft projects that get you and your children outside having more fun, strengthening your bond, and creating memories that will last a lifetime. Written by expert survival instructor Creek Stewart, each project is designed to get parents and their kids outside and teach them about nature and the great outdoors. From casting animal tracks and dyeing t-shirts with walnuts to building a debris hut and catching minnows with a spider web your family with get your hands dirty, learn some cool nature facts, and complete some awesome projects with your family. Explore, create, laugh, love, and experience the great outdoors together with The Family Guide to Outdoor Adventures.
The Black Belt Blueprint: An Intelligent Approach to Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
by Nicolas GregoriadesWritten by Roger Gracie's first black belt and founder of the Jiu Jitsu Brotherhood, Nicolas Gregoriades, this is a comprehensive guide to the sport of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. <p><p> It features a detailed and holistic approach to the training methods, techniques and concepts which underpin the art.
Everyday Hockey Heroes: Inspiring Stories On and Off the Ice
by Jim Lang Bob McKenzieAn inspiring volume of stories about Canada’s most beloved sport—hockey—and the everyday heroes who embody the spirit of the game and help shape its future, from the pros who compete in NHL arenas to the dreamers and fans who play on backyard rinks.What does hockey look like today in Canada? Who is changing the game? Canadian broadcasters Bob McKenzie and Jim Lang bring together players, from youth hockey to the NHL, and the people who support them to show us what hockey means to them. Meet Philadelphia Flyer Wayne Simmonds and Paralympian gold medalist Greg Westlake, who wouldn’t be at the top of their sport without the never-ending support of their families and communities. See how they’re giving back to show young hockey hopefuls that anything is possible. Read about players like Ben Fanelli, who overcame catastrophic injury to keep playing the game he loved and is using his story as a platform to help others, or the renowned Canadian neurosurgeon Dr. Charles Tator, who is leading the charge to protect athletes from the dangers of brain trauma and concussion. From hockey commentators Andi Petrillo and Harnarayan Singh, who broke down barriers to be on air, to Karina Potvin, the youth hockey coach welcoming Syrian boys and girls to Canada by introducing them to our national pastime, these are the stories of everyday hockey heroes—those who defy the odds, advocate for inclusion, and champion the next generation of hockey. From small-town rinks to big city arenas across the country, this collection celebrates everyone who loves our great game. Heartwarming and entertaining, Everyday Hockey Heroes is a must-read for every hockey fan.
The Look Book: Fall 2018 Sampler
by Jay Triano Bob McKenzie Dr Dave Williams Mark Abley Anna PorterCelebrate Canadians from all walks of life with The Look Book, featuring a few of Simon & Schuster Canada’s highly anticipated fall books.Meet extraordinary Canadians who have helped make our country great. Read your way into the far reaches of space with celebrated astronaut, aquanaut, and ER doctor, Dave Williams. Meet the amateurs and the professionals behind Canada’s most beloved sport with everybody’s favourite broadcaster, Bob McKenzie. Explore the weird everyday sayings we use and the stories behind them with award-winning journalist and author Mark Abley. Go behind the scenes in the publishing trenches with the iconic publisher Anna Porter. And finally, follow the rise of basketball with NBA coach, Jay Triano. Includes samples from the following fall 2018 new releases: Defying Limits: Lessons from the Edge of the Universe, Dr. Dave Williams Everyday Hockey Heroes: Inspirational Stories On and Off the Ice, Bob McKenzie and Jim Lang Watch Your Tongue: What Our Everyday Sayings and Idioms Literally Figuratively Mean, Mark Abley In Other Words: How I Fell in Love with Canada One Book at a Time, Anna Porter Open Look: Canadian Basketball and Me, Jay Triano Happy Reading! The Team at Simon & Schuster Canada If you would like to learn more about any of our authors or the titles featured, please visit us at SimonandSchuster.ca, follow us on Twitter at @SimonSchusterCA, or like us at Facebook.com/SimonandSchusterCanada.
Kyrie Irving: The Inspirational Story of Basketball Superstar Kyrie Irving
by Bill RedbanYou're about to discover the incredibly inspirational story of basketball superstar Kyrie Irving. If you're reading this then you must be a Kyrie Irving fan, like so many others. As a fan, you must wonder how this man is so talented and want to know more about him. Kyrie is considered as one of the greatest basketball players in the world and it's been an honor to be able to watch him play throughout his young career. This book will reveal to you much about Kyrie's story and the many accomplishments throughout his career. Here Is A Preview Of What You'll Learn... Youth and Family Life High School And College Years Professional Career and Personal Life Legacy, Charitable Acts, and much more! If you want to learn more about Kyrie Irving, then this book is for you. It will reveal to you many things that you did not know about this incredible basketball star! Download today! About the Author: Inspirational Stories is a series aimed at highlighting the great athletes of our society. Our mission is to present the stories of athletes who are not only impactful in their sport, but also great people outside of it. The athletes we write about have gone above and beyond to become impactful in their community and great role models for the youth, all while showing excellence in their profession. We publish concise, easily consumable books that portray the turning points in the lives of these great athletes, while also giving the context in which they occurred. Our books are especially great for children who look up to sports figures. Hopefully these athletes can serve as a source of inspiration and their stories can provide life lessons that are practical for fans of any demographic.
Hendrix (Caldwell Brothers #1)
by Chelsea Camaron Mj FieldsPerfect for fans of J. S. Scott and Emma Chase, Hendrix introduces the wild and sexy Caldwell boys--three brothers who are living up to their legendary names in Detroit Rock City. Hendrix Caldwell wants nothing more than to revitalize the family bar--and tear down every last reminder of his no-good father. But business isn't the only thing on his mind. An explosive encounter with a stranger at a charity masquerade is just the distraction he craves, with no names and no strings attached. For Hendrix, sex is casual, and love is a four-letter word. His commitment is to his brothers, his bar, and his bike. So why can't he stop thinking about the naughty Cinderella who rocked his world, then left him--and her panties--behind? Olivia Hemmingway knows fairytales are for little girls. Drowning in debt and hiding a shameful secret, she won't be saved by a knight in tattooed armor, no matter how mind-blowing their one-night stand may have been. Olivia never expects to meet her masked lover again. But when she takes a job at Hendrix Caldwell's bar, her sexy new boss seems all too familiar. And once the lights go out and the music is turned up, the sparks between them burn hotter than ever.Includes a special message from the editor, as well as an excerpt from another Loveswept title.
A Horse for Valentine's Day
by Lauren St JohnFrom the bestselling author of The One Dollar short story, perfect for Valentine's Day. Sixteen-year-old Ellie loves horses. But since her younger sister died three years ago, Ellie's mum and dad won't let her do anything on her own - let alone something as exciting as learning to ride. When the family goes on holiday to Devon, Ellie thinks she's going to be stuck indoors listening to her parents argue all day. But then a chance encounter with the handsome but mysterious Logan and his beautiful bay horse, Savannah Gold, offers a chance of adventure. Maybe this year Ellie's Valentine's Day won't be so bad after all...
A Horse for Valentine's Day
by Lauren St JohnFrom the bestselling author of THE ONE DOLLAR HORSE trilogy and THE GLORY comes an exclusive ebook short story, perfect for Valentine's Day.Sixteen-year-old Ellie loves horses. But since her younger sister died three years ago, Ellie's mum and dad won't let her do anything on her own - let alone something as exciting as learning to ride.When the family goes on holiday to Devon, Ellie thinks she's going to be stuck indoors listening to her parents argue all day. But then a chance encounter with the handsome but mysterious Logan and his beautiful bay horse, Savannah Gold, offers a chance of adventure. Maybe this year Ellie's Valentine's Day won't be so bad after all...
Demolition Dad: a Storey Street novel (A Storey Street novel #1)
by Phil EarleCarnegie Medal shortlisted author Phil Earle's first novel for younger readers, Demolition Dad is Danny the Champion of the World in Spandex - a hilarious, warm-hearted story about family, friends and wrestling, illustrated by Waterstones Children's Book Prize shortlisted artist, Sara Ogilvie, and perfect for fans of David Walliams.This is the story of Jake Biggs and his dad, George. George spends all week knocking down buildings ... and all weekend knocking down wrestlers. He's the Demolition Man, and Jake couldn't be prouder. But when Jake hears about a pro-wrestling competition in the USA, and persuades his beloved dad to apply, things don't quite turn out the way he expected...(P) Orion Children's Books 2017
The Shark and the Scar
by Sarah Moore FitzgeraldIf you can't trust your family, who can you trust? A compelling mystery about family secrets, identity and the father-son relationship for readers aged 10+. For fans of Jenny Valentine, Siobhan Dowd and Lara Williamson.Thirteen-year-old Jay survived a shark attack. He has a big scar on his body, and he doesn't remember exactly what happened. Sadly, his estranged mum didn't survive the horrific accident, and Jay and his dad have moved to the west coast of Ireland, where he surfs and keeps his past a secret. He's not allowed a phone, and they don't have the internet at home. Then Jay discovers something that makes him realise his dad has been lying to him. What really happened on that awful day? And how can he ever trust anyone again?Praise for All the Money in the World: 'Great storytelling with a moral core' The Sunday Times, Children's Book of the Week
Black Brother, Black Brother
by Jewell Parker RhodesA powerful coming-of-age story about two brothers - one who presents as white, the other as Black - and the ways they are forced to navigate a world that doesn't treat them equally.Donte wishes he were invisible. As one of the few black boys at his school, he feels as if he is constantly swimming in whiteness. Most of the students don't look like him. They don't like him either. Dubbed the 'Black Brother', Donte's teachers and classmates make it clear they wish he were more like his lighter skinned brother, Dre. When an incident with a white student leads to Donte's arrest and suspension, he's sure the only way to get even is to beat the student at the school's most valued game: fencing. With the help of a former Olympic fencer, Donte embarks on a journey to carve out a spot on the school's fencing team and to find a way to make people at school see past the colour of his skin to who he really is.From NYT bestselling author Jewell Parker Rhodes, another poignant and gripping story about how children and families face the complexities of race and racism in today's world.
Black Brother, Black Brother (Black Stories Matter)
by Jewell Parker RhodesA powerful coming-of-age story about two brothers - one who presents as white, the other as Black - and the ways they are forced to navigate a world that doesn't treat them equally.Donte wishes he were invisible. As one of the few black boys at his school, he feels as if he is constantly swimming in whiteness. Most of the students don't look like him. They don't like him either. Dubbed the 'Black Brother', Donte's teachers and classmates make it clear they wish he were more like his lighter skinned brother, Dre. When an incident with a white student leads to Donte's arrest and suspension, he's sure the only way to get even is to beat the student at the school's most valued game: fencing. With the help of a former Olympic fencer, Donte embarks on a journey to carve out a spot on the school's fencing team and to find a way to make people at school see past the colour of his skin to who he really is.From NYT bestselling author Jewell Parker Rhodes, another poignant and gripping story about how children and families face the complexities of race and racism in today's world.(P)2020 Little, Brown Young Readers
Mammoth Mayhem: Book 18 (Frankie's Magic Football #18)
by Frank LampardFrankie and his team love playing football. There's always time for a game. And now that they have their magical football they're playing against teams they never imagined!When Frankie and his frineds go camping with their dads for Father's Day, the magic football transports them to the Stone Age. The team meet a boy whose dad has gone missing - and there's a woolly mammoth on the loose! Can Frankie and his team reunite father and son, and save their holiday from mammoth mayhem?
Olympic Flame Chase: Book 16 (Frankie's Magic Football #16)
by Frank LampardA fantastic series for 5+ readers combining magic and football, by superstar footballer Frank Lampard.Frankie and his team love playing football. There's always time for a game.Frankie and his friends are at their school sports day when the magic football sends them back through time, to the original Olympic Games in ancient Greece! The team join in, but the mischievous god Hermes is causing chaos...and when they accidentally bring Hermes back with them, their own sports day might be ruined too.How will Frankie stop Hermes before the Games are ruined for ever?Perfect for sports fans everywhere in the run-up to the Olympic Games!
Summer Holiday Showdown: Book 19 (Frankie's Magic Football #19)
by Frank LampardMagic meets football in this fun-filled series from legendary footballer Frank Lampard, for readers aged 5 and up.Frankie and his team love playing football. There's always time for a game - especially during the summer holidays!So Frankie and his friends can't believe it when the magic football sends them back in time to a boarding school . . . they're supposed to be on holiday! But there they meet George - the previous owner of their magic football. His brother got lost when they were on a desert island adventure. Can Frankie help to find him - and some buried treasure?
The Elf Express: Book 17 (Frankie's Magic Football #17)
by Frank LampardFrankie and his team love playing football. There's always time for a game - even at Christmas!Frankie and his friends are spending Christmas in Austria with his pen pal Heidi. He is excited to learn how to ski, even if it's not quite the same as playing football. Late on Christmas Eve they discover a lost elf who needs help. Frankie's team will need to use all their skills to get the elf back to his world, and return in time for Christmas!
The Elf Express: Book 17 (Frankie's Magic Football #17)
by Frank LampardFrankie and his team love playing football. There's always time for a game - even at Christmas!Frankie and his friends are spending Christmas in Austria with his pen pal Heidi. He is excited to learn how to ski, even if it's not quite the same as playing football. Late on Christmas Eve they discover a lost elf who needs help. Frankie's team will need to use all their skills to get the elf back to his world, and return in time for Christmas!With an exclusive introduction read by Frank.(P) Little, Brown Books for Young Readers 2016
Frankie vs The Pirate Pillagers: Book 1 (Frankie's Magic Football #1)
by Frank LampardFrankie and his team love playing football. There's always time for a game.But when they win an old football at a carnival, they're going to be transported to a magical world of football they never knew existed!Can Frankie and his team beat the Pirate Pillagers and make their way home?With an exclusive introduction read by Frank.(P) Little, Brown Books for Young Readers 2016
Frankie vs The Rowdy Romans: Book 2 (Frankie's Magic Football #2)
by Frank LampardFrankie and his team love playing football. There's always time for a game. And now that they have their magical football they're playing against teams they never imagined!When Frankie's football transports them to a Roman arena will his team be a roaring success or will the football battle be more than they bargained for?With an exclusive introduction read by Frank.(P) Little, Brown Books for Young Readers 2016
Frankie vs The Cowboy's Crew: Book 3 (Frankie's Magic Football #3)
by Frank LampardFrankie and his team love playing football. There's always time for a game. And now that they have their magical football they're playing against teams they never imagined!When they're transported back into the Wild West, Frankie's team will have to go head-to-head with some crabby cowboys. Will they be able to win the penalty shoot out at high noon?With an exclusive introduction read by Frank.(P) Little, Brown Books for Young Readers 2016
Frankie vs The Mummy's Menace: Book 4 (Frankie's Magic Football #4)
by Frank LampardFrankie and his team love playing football. There's always time for a game. And now that they have their magical football they're playing against teams they never imagined!But when Frankie, Charlie, Louise and their dog pal, Max, get transported to ancient Egypt they're in for a surprise. Will they be able to beat the menacing mummies?With an exclusive introduction read by Frank.(P) Little, Brown Books for Young Readers 2016