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Meet the Lab
by American Kennel ClubMeet the Lab is the first official publication endorsed by the world's leading authority on purebred dogs, the American Kennel Club (AKC) devoted to America's most popular dog, the Labrador Retriever. As the AKC's number-one breed in registration statistics for twenty consecutive years, the Labrador Retriever reigns as America's top companion breed, though the breed's superb athleticism has led it to excel as a hunting and competition dog as well.. Eleven chapters detail the history, characteristics, and special requirements for owning this active Sporting breed, heavily illustrated with beautiful color images of puppies and adults. A chapter devoted to the purchase and selection of the Lab puppy gives the reader specific guidance on how to locate a qualified breeder and to recognize a healthy, sound puppy whether for companionship or sport, or both. Two separate chapters serve as a primer to training the puppy--house-training and obedience work, favoring positive-training techniques as the best and most successful way to educate dogs. Chapters on grooming, feeding, exercise, and home and veterinary care offer indispensable information for new dog owners. As an official publication of the AKC, produced in conjunction with the Labrador Retriever Club, Meet the Lab also explains the many vital programs offered by the AKC to all pet dog owners, including the S.T.A.R. Puppy and the Canine Good Citizen programs, as well as overview to the various dog sports in which Labs excel, including obedience, field trials, dog shows, agility, and more. A detailed resources section offers recommendations for websites, books, periodicals, and club affiliate programs, all of great interest to responsible new dog owners.
Meet the Meerkat
by Darrin LundeLearn about the cute and fuzzy creatures known as meerkats and spend a day in the Kalahari Desert. A series of questions and answers introduces children to the life and habitat of Little Meerkat. Through playful and informative text early readers learn what meerkats eat, where they live, and how they scamper and play together. Patricia J. Wynne’s scientifically accurate illustrations make these exotic animals come to life in any climate.
Meet the Minibeasts
by Sarah RidleyBecome a minibeast expert with this easy-to-understand guide to the wonderful and important creatures that live beside us. Have you ever wondered what the difference between a moth and a butterfly is? Or have you ever thought about how bees live together? This fascinating and comprehensive book for children aged 6+ is full of interesting facts and brilliant photographs. It also features guides to spotting your favourite minibeast in their natural habitats.Minibeasts covered: ants, aphids, bees, beetles, bugs, butterflies, centipedes, cicadas, crickets, damselflies, dragonflies, earwigs, flies, grasshoppers, harvestmen, millipedes, mites, moths, pond skaters, slugs, snails, spiders, termites, ticks, wasps, woodlice, worms.
Meet the Neighbors: Animal Minds and Life in a More-than-Human World
by Brandon KeimWhat does the science of animal intelligence mean for how we understand and live with the wild creatures around us? Honeybees deliberate democratically. Rats reflect on the past. Snakes have friends. In recent decades, our understanding of animal cognition has exploded, making it indisputably clear that the cities and landscapes around us are filled with thinking, feeling individuals besides ourselves. But the way we relate to wild animals has yet to catch up. In Meet the Neighbors, acclaimed science journalist Brandon Keim asks: what would it mean to take the minds of other animals seriously? In this wide-ranging, wonder-filled exploration of animals’ inner lives, Keim takes us into courtrooms and wildlife hospitals, under backyard decks and into deserts, to meet anew the wild creatures who populate our communities and the philosophers, rogue pest controllers, ecologists, wildlife doctors, and others who are reimagining our relationships to them. If bats trade favors and groups of swans vote to take off by honking, should we then see them as fellow persons—even members of society? When we come to understand the depths of their pleasures and pains, the richness of their family lives and their histories, what do we owe so-called pests and predators, or animals who are sick or injured? Can thinking of nonhumans as our neighbors help chart a course to a kinder, gentler planet? As Keim suggests, the answers to these questions are central to how we understand not only the rest of the living world, but ourselves. A beguiling invitation to discover an expanded sense of community and kinship beyond our own species, Meet the Neighbors opens our eyes to the world of vibrant intelligence just outside our doors.
Meet the New Class: My Little Pony (Passport to Reading Level 1)
by Jennifer FoxPrincess Twilight Sparkle is opening a School of Friendship! Will her students get along? Meet the class and find out!An exciting leveled reader based on the new season of My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic!Passport to Reading Level 1 ©2018 Hasbro. All Rights Reserved.
Meet the Orchestra
by Ann HayesThis lyrical romp through the orchestra begins with animal musicians slowly gathering for the evening performance. Poetic descriptions suggest the sounds of the instruments, and lively watercolor illustrations capture the playful essence of each musician and musical instrument. "It’s a smashing introduction to classical music, and a must prior to a first visit to the symphony. ”--Publishers Weekly
Meet the Princess of Friendship (My Little Pony)
by Lucy RosenA Level 1 Reader all about your favorite ponies!Features Read-Aloud/Read to Me functionality where available. Also includes Sight Words. Not too long ago, Princess Celestia sent Twilight Sparkle to Ponyville so she could learn about friendship. Now the book-lover has a crown all her own! Learn all about her new life in this charming reader illustrated with fun and fabulous stills from the hit TV show, My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic! © Hasbro
Meet the Shih Tzu
by American Kennel ClubThe American Kennel Club's Meet the Shih Tzu is the AKC's first official publication on this popular companion breed, published in conjunction with the American Shih Tzu and I-5 Press. Meet the Shih Tzu presents accurate, authoritative information on all aspects of purchasing and owning this elegant Toy breed. All titles in the American Kennel Club's Meet the Breed series are heavily illustrated with color images of well-bred puppies and beautiful adults, making the books as attractive as they are reliable. Meet the Shih Tzu contains eleven detailed chapters devoted to the breed's history, characteristics, and the special requirements for owning this active and fully coated Toy. A chapter devoted to the purchase and selection of the Shih Tzu puppy gives the reader specific guidance on how to locate a qualified breeder and to recognize a healthy, sound puppy. Individual chapters on house-training and basic obedience serve as a crash course in positive-training techniques, the AKC's only recommended way of training dogs. Chapters on exercise, grooming, feeding, and healthcare present indispensable information for new dog owners. As an official publication of the AKC, Meet the Shih Tzu also explains the many vital programs offered by the country's leading canine organization to all pet dog owners, including the S.T.A.R. Puppy and the Canine Good Citizen programs, as well as descriptions of various dog sports such as conformation showing, agility, herding, obedience and more. A detailed resources section offers recommendations for websites, books, periodicals, and club affiliate programs, all of great interest to responsible new dog owners.
Meet the Squad! My Little Pony (Passport to Reading Level 2)
by Celeste SislerStarlight Glimmer has the very best friends in all of Ponyville! Come meet Princess Twilight Sparkle, Rainbow Dash, Pinkie Pie, Fluttershy, Rarity, Applejack, and more in this charming leveled reader based on My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic!Featuring a winning combination of favorite licensed characters and carefully controlled text, reading along or reading alone just got more fun with Passport to Reading! All books include a parent letter, word count, Guided Reading level, and number of sight words.Level 2: Reading out Loud: Encourage developing readers to sound out loud, more complex stories with simple vocabulary.©2019 Hasbro. All Rights Reserved.
Meet the Whales (Meet The… #1)
by Kate PeridotAn around-the-world trip to meet eight species of whale and learn all about them and their habitats. Includes a map of the world showing whale hotspots and a size comparison spread!
Meet the Yorkie
by Dog Fancy MagazineThe American Kennel Club's Meet the Yorkie is the AKC's first official publication on the Yorkshire Terrier, the most popular breed in the Toy Group and one of the world's most beloved companion breeds. Produced in cooperation with the American Kennel Club and the Yorkshire Terrier Club of America, Meet the Yorkie presents accurate, authoritative information on all aspects of purchasing and owning the tiny Yorkshire Terrier. This colorful and useful owner's guide is divided into eleven chapters, which cover the breed's history, characteristics, and the requirements for owning this very special Toy dog with the floor-length blue and tan coat. All titles in the American Kennel Club's Meet the Breed series are heavily illustrated with eye-catching color images of well-bred puppies and beautiful adults, a true feast for the eyes of any Yorkie lover. A chapter devoted to the purchase and selection of the Yorkie puppy gives the reader specific guidance on how to locate a qualified breeder and to recognize a healthy, sound puppy. Individual chapters on house-training and basic obedience serve as a primer in positive training techniques, the AKC's only recommended way of training dogs. Chapters on exercise, grooming, feeding, and healthcare present indispensable information for new dog owners. As an official publication of the AKC, Meet the Yorkie also explains the many vital programs offered by the country's leading canine organization to all pet dog owners, including the S.T.A.R. Puppy and the Canine Good Citizen programs, as well as descriptions of various dog sports such as conformation showing, agility, herding, obedience and more. A detailed resources section offers recommendations for websites, books, periodicals, and club affiliate programs, all of great interest to responsible new dog owners.
Meeting Critical Laboratory Needs for Animal Agriculture
by National Research Council Board on Agriculture and Natural Resources Division on Earth and Life Studies Board on Life Sciences Committee on an Analysis of the Requirements and Alternatives for Foreign Animal and Zoonotic Disease Research and Diagnostic Laboratory CapabilitiesOutbreaks of animal disease can have catastrophic repercussions for animal agriculture, the food supply, and public health. Rapid detection, diagnosis and response, as well as development of new vaccines, are central to mitigating the impact of disease outbreaks. The proposed National Bio- and Agro-Defense Facility (NBAF) is a next-generation laboratory for animal disease diagnostics, training, and research that would provide core critical components for defense against foreign animal and zoonotic disease threats. But it will be a major investment with estimated construction costs of $1.14 billion, as currently designed. Meeting Critical Laboratory Needs for Animal Agriculture: Examination of Three Optionsdiscusses the laboratory infrastructure needed to effectively address the threat posed by animal and zoonotic diseases and analyzes three options for creating this infrastructure: building NBAF as currently designed, building a scaled-back version of the NBAF, or maintaining current research capabilities at Plum Island Animal Disease Center while leveraging biosafety level-4 large animal capabilities at foreign laboratories.
Meeting Meg (A Whistledown Farm Adventure #3)
by Nicola BakerThe third book in a warm and beautifully observed farm adventure series from Nicola Baker, star of Our Farm in the Dales. Perfect for readers 8+ and fans of Jacqueline Wilson, Michael Morpurgo, Dick King Smith and The Snow Foal. With stunning illustrations from Rachael Dean throughout. It's summer at Whistledown Farm and there's plenty for Ava to do – from helping to shear the sheep to baling the hay. But then she meets a litter of border collie pups and suddenly the sunny days get a lot more complicated . . . &‘Baker is a gifted writer, and her bucolic adventure harks back to classic farm stories such as those written by Dick King Smith and Michael Morpurgo&’ The BooksellerAbout the author: Growing up, Nicola spent hours with her nose stuck in a book or filling notebooks with stories and sketches. After a successful career as a physiotherapist and raising two children she&’s now come full circle and is writing again. Nicola lives on a smallholding with her husband and two children. When she&’s not mucking out chickens or feeding the sheep you&’ll find her writing adventure stories for children.
Meetings With Remarkable Animals: From the familiar and much-loved face on our television screens since the 1990s
by Martin ClunesThe Heartwarming Journey of Animals Who’ve Guided, Rescued, and Saved Us in Surprising Ways - by National Treasure, Martin Clunes--MEET THE ANIMALS THAT MAKE US . . .Throughout history, our relations with remarkable animals have eased, enriched, and even saved our lives in surprising ways.Dogs guide us, rescue us, lead us, protect us and even give warning of disease. Horses go to war and rats clear mines to secure peace. Pigeons carry life-saving messages and dolphins ease our trauma. Truly, animals are there for us.Together with his own life-changing encounters with animals around the world, Martin Clunes celebrates the intelligence, loyalty, and companionship of some truly extraordinary creatures – past and present – whose lives are so entwined with our own.--Readers paws-itively rave about Meetings with Remarkable Animals‘This is such a lovely read!’ 5 ***** Reader Review‘A lovely written book. You can feel Martin’s love of animals. I will read this book again’ 5 ***** Reader Review‘Beautiful, heartwarming book’ 5 ***** Reader Review
Meg Wants to Lay an Egg
by Jennifer ReynoldsWhy does Meg want to lay an egg?She is so excited to get started, but she has questions.Is she going to cook the egg and eat it for breakfast?Will she share the egg with you?Will she save the egg for Easter?Where is she going to lay the egg?Will she lay more than one egg?Will she need your help?
Meg: A Novel of Deep Terror
by Steve AltenIf Michael Crichton and Clive Cussler were to combine their talents to create the ultimate summer read, MEG would be the result--a jaw-dropping and terrifying page-turner of the deep. On a top-secret dive into the Pacific Ocean's deepest canyon, Jonas Taylor found himself face-to-face with the largest and most ferocious predator in the history of the animal kingdom. The sole survivor of the mission, Taylor is haunted by what he's sure he saw but still can't prove exists--Carcharodon megalodon, the massive mother of the great white shark. The average prehistoric Meg weighs in at twenty tons and could tear apart a Tyrannosaurus rex in seconds. Written off as a crackpot suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder, Taylor refuses to forget the depths that nearly cost him his life. With a Ph.D. in paleontology under his belt, Taylor spends years theorizing, lecturing, and writing about the possibility that Meg still feeds at the deepest levels of the sea. But it takes an old friend in need to get him to return to the water, and a hotshot female submarine pilot to dare him back into a high-tech miniature sub. Diving deeper than he ever has before, Taylor will face terror like he's never imagined, and what he finds could turn the tides bloody red until the end of time. Steve Alten holds a master's degree in sports medicine and has a Ph.D. from Temple University. An avid amateur oceanographer, Alten has been studying Megalodons for over ten years. He lives with his wife and three children in South Florida. MEG is his first novel.
Meg: Hell's Aquarium
by Steve AltenThe 4th book of Alten's well-received Meg series centers around Angel, the recaptured 76-foot, 100,000-pound Megaldon. She has birthed a litter of pups, five females, who are too numerous and too aggressive to keep in one pen. The action begins when a prince wants to build the largest aquarium in the world and purchase two of the pups. In typical Alten fashion, thrills and chills follow in Hell's Aquarium, sure to be an instant classic for Meg fans.
Mega Shark (Diary of a Roblox Pro)
by Ari AvatarAri Avatar is just your average Roblox kid living in a blocky world! Battle monsters and avoid disasters in a Roblox universe -- all through the eyes of Ari and his friends. Diary of a Roblox Pro is a must-read for any kid who loves to game!Ari's dad is a Marine Biologist and has invited Ari, Zeke and Jez to a trip out to sea to track dolphins for his research. Ari and his friends are totally stoked, but there is something lurking deep beneath the water that might derail the entire day. Before they know it, Ari must find a way to save his dad and friends from danger without becoming prey himself! Join Ari, Zeke, and Jez in the next action-packed adventure.
Mega-Predators of the Past
by Melissa StewartAward-winning nonfiction author and science specialist Melissa Stewart offers young readers a mega-exploration of little-known prehistoric predators that rival even the mightiest of dinosaurs!It is time for T. rex and his dinosaur cousins to step aside and let other mega-predators like the terror bird and the giant ripper lizard take the spotlight! Travel back to prehistoric times and meet some of the most impressive creatures to ever roam the Earth. You'll be amazed at the size and the fierceness of these lesser-known predators, many of them ancient ancestors of animals that we still see today. Stewart's cheeky, humorous voice—along with a comical version of the familiar "comparison man"—put these creatures in perspective. Artist and former zoologist Howard Gray brings these predators (back) to life with dynamic, humorous, and scientifically accurate illustrations. Sidebars and extensive back matter material provide more detailed information and context.
Mega-Predators of the Past
by Melissa StewartMeet our amazing mega-predators of the past, from the great T. rex to the lesser-known but equally oversized and ferocious predators, such as the griffenfly, the giant ripper lizard, and the terror bird!Go on a mega-exploration of prehistoric predators that rival even the mightiest of dinosaurs! Travel back to prehistoric times and meet some of the most impressive creatures to ever roam the Earth.With lively artwork from national history illustrator Howard Gray, this is a fascinating account of some of the most amazing creatures ever to inhabit Earth."A creature feature presented, and likely to be devoured, with relish." -Kirkus Reviews"The handsome, lifelike illustrations are chock full of action andexpression." -Booklist
Mega-Shark Attack: Book 3 (Xtinct! #3)
by Ash StoneA Megaladon Shark comes back to life in this action-packed adventure story. When Jeevan gets caught in one of Barron Fox's fishing nets, he is pulled into a dangerous underwater adventure. But drowning is the least of his worries. An extinct animal has come back to life in the water ... a megaladon shark! Can Jeevan escape the jaws of the mega-shark and outwit Barron Fox's hunters?Perfect for fans of Beast Quest, Deadly 60 and Jurassic Park, these action-packed adventures will inspire readers to help save endangered species and combat extinction.
Megabat (Megabat #1)
by Anna HumphreyA sweet and hilarious chapter book about a boy and a bat, two unlikely friends who bond over loneliness, jellyrolls and Darth Vader.Daniel Misumi has just moved to a new house. It's big and old and far away from his friends and his life before. AND it's haunted . . . or is it?Megabat was just napping on a papaya one day when he was stuffed in a box and shipped halfway across the world. Now he's living in an old house far from home, feeling sorry for himself and accidentally scaring the people who live there. Daniel realizes it's not a ghost in his new house. It's a bat. And he can talk. And he's actually kind of cute. Megabat realizes that not every human wants to whack him with a broom. This one shares his smooshfruit. Add some buttermelon, juice boxes, a lightsaber and a common enemy and you've got a new friendship in the making!This charming, funny story is brought to life by Kass Reich's warm and adorable illustrations. There's never been a bat this cute -- readers will be rooting for Megabat and Daniel from page one!
Megabat Megastar (Megabat #5)
by Anna HumphreyMegabat wants to help his Daniel earn some money. But how? Easy! Become a STAR. The next laugh-out-loud book in this sweet and funny chapter book series featuring a talking bat.Daniel's allowance is not going to cover the cost to fix his dad's phone screen, which he and Megabat broke. And he is out of ideas. Megabat has a GREAT idea: become famous! Famous people have lots of money. Daniel is also grounded, and being stuck inside is pretty boring. Megabat has no time to spend with bored Daniel, he's too busy learning the skill that will make him famous and rich. Daniel really doesn't like Megabat's new catchphrase, or his fancy new hairdo. Megabat will show him! When Megabat takes things too far and ruins Daniel's mom's dinner party with his "magic show," chaos ensues . . . and Daniel is not too happy. And Megabat learns there are some things that are more important than fame and riches. Kris Easler's adorable illustrations paired with Anna Humphrey's hilarious text make for another unforgettable Megabat adventure, one that will appeal to Megabat fans and newcomers!
Megabat and Fancy Cat (Megabat)
by Anna HumphreyMegabat returns, this time with a new nemesis: a very fancy cat. Can our tiny bat hero stop his Daniel's heart from being stolen by this nefarious, fluffy villain?Megabat was looking forward to Christmas morning: presents, playing toys, smooshfruit and watching Star Wars. But then Daniel opened his last, most special present.Daniel thinks this might be the best Christmas present yet: a beautiful cat named Priscilla! He's always wanted a pet. Megabat is not sure he likes this cat. She tastes most hairy. Daniel loves his new cat! She's fun to play with, and she's so soft and fluffy.Megabat is not soft OR fluffy. He's not purebred and he doesn't have a big, beautiful swishy tail. What if Daniel loves Priscilla more than Megabat? This is truly a disturbance in the Force. Megabat and Birdgirl must find a way to get rid of this trubble cat once and for all!Calamity ensues as Megabat and Birdgirl try to come up with ways to get rid of Priscilla. But is there more than meets the eye with this furry menace? Kass Reich's adorable illustrations paired with Anna Humphrey's hilarious text make for another unforgettable Megabat adventure.
Megabat and the Not-Happy Birthday (Megabat #4)
by Anna HumphreyIt's Daniel's birthday, and Megabat wants to join in all the fun, but his excitement gets the best of him and suddenly the birthday celebrations are on the brink of disaster. The next laugh-out-loud book in this sweet and funny chapter book series featuring a talking bat.Daniel isn't in the birthday party mood. He hates his new glasses -- they're dorky, and he feels silly in them. Megabat LOVES Daniel's new face windows! They make him dizzy and his tummy feel funny. And he loves parties even more! Daniel starts planning his party, and things are looking up -- all of his friends are excited, and he has some fun games planned. Plus: presents! Megabat's party excitement is losing steam. He has to hide the whole time. He can't eat any of the delicious buttermelon. And he can't participate in any games, even though it's the thing he wants most in the WHOLE WIDE WORLD. When Megabat loses his temper and breaks Daniel's best birthday gift, he realizes he's been a bad friend and gives Daniel what he thinks is the best possible gift: he runs away. But being alone in the big, wide, world is harder than he thought. Kass Reich's adorable illustrations paired with Anna Humphrey's hilarious text make for another unforgettable Megabat adventure, one that will appeal to Megabat fans and newcomers!