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Purrmaids #2: The Catfish Club
by Sudipta Bardhan-QuallenGet totally smitten with mermaid kittens in book two of this new chapter book series! It’s purrfect for fans of Magic Kitten and the Fairy Animals of Misty Wood series. Coral, Shelly, and Angel are best friends, and school is always paw-some as long as they have each other! So when their teacher assigns an art project, the girls can’t wait to get up to their whiskers in paint and glitter! But three other students—the Catfish Club—are trying to ruin the fun. They’re three tough kittens who think they’re the best at everything. Will Angel and her friends dive headfirst into trouble with the Catfish Club? These adorable purrmaids will have young readers paws-itively hooked from page one!
Purrmaids #3: Seasick Sea Horse
by Sudipta Bardhan-QuallenPart kitten, part mermaid, the Purrmaids series is purrfect for chapter book readers and for fans of the Magic Kitten and Fairy Animals of Misty Wood series! And the purrfect class pet for the Purrmaids? A sea horse! But what happens when he goes missing?Ms. Harbor's classroom has a new pet. A sea horse! The students are excited to take care of the little guy during the week. And on weekends, someone gets to bring the sea horse home for a visit! Shelly is the first purrmaid to bring him home . . . and he gets lost! Shelly asks her friends to help her find him before they have to be back at school. Can the purrmaids find the little seahorse in time? The adorable mermaid-kittens in this chapter book series will have readers paw-sitively hooked from page one!
Purrmaids #4: Search for the Mermicorn (Purrmaids #4)
by Sudipta Bardhan-QuallenThe adorable mermaid-kittens (and unicorn-mermaid!) in this chapter book series will have fans of Magic Kitten and the Fairy Animal series paw-sitively hooked from page one!What's better than a purrmaid? A mermicorn!Coral, Angel, and Shelly can't wait to work on their school project about creatures in the ocean. There are so many animals to choose from! How do you pick just one? Then Angel remembers something she read about in a book--a mermicorn! It's perfect...but are mermicorns real? Angel thinks so! And a student at the Science Center just might help her prove it!
Purrmaids #5: A Star Purr-formance (Purrmaids #5)
by Sudipta Bardhan-QuallenThe adorable mermaid-kittens in this chapter book series are ready to sing on stage--fans of the Magic Kitten and the Fairy Animals series will be paw-sitively hooked from page one!It's a special day in Kittentail Cove! Purrmaids have a chance to sing in front of the whole town. Shelly can't wait to try out. Especially once she hears this year's surprise guest. The winning purrmaids get to sing with famous pop star Kelpy Sharkson! There's just one problem. Shelly thinks practice makes purr-fect, but her friends get tired of singing all day. Can the purrmaids find a way to work hard and have fun?
Purrmaids #6: Quest for Clean Water (Purrmaids #6)
by Sudipta Bardhan-QuallenHelp the purrmaids clean up the ocean--and save a mermicorn friend--in this sixth book in the popular chapter book series perfect for fans of Magic Kitten and Mermaid Tales!Ms. Harbor has a fun new project for the purrmaids: a scavenger hunt! The purrmaids must search Kittentail Cove to find items around the ocean. Some are rare, like a special piece of coral. And some are too plentiful--like plastic human garbage. When Coral, Shelly, and Angel visit their mermicorn friend, Sirena, they discover that Sirena's younger brother is caught in plastic soda rings. It's up to the purrmaids to help their friend and clean up the ocean! Ocean conservation, recycling, and the environment are important topics that kids feel passionate about. This new Purrmaids adventure purr-fectly pairs the fun of a scavenger hunt with these important educational themes!
Purrmaids #7: Kittens in the Kitchen (Purrmaids #7)
by Sudipta Bardhan-QuallenCan the purrmaids win a cooking competition? Find out in this seventh book in the popular chapter book series perfect for fans of Magic Kitten and Mermaid Tales!It's time for another field trip! The purrmaids are off to one of Kittentail Cove's farms to learn about new kinds of food. As the daughter of two chefs, Shelly can't wait to make up new recipes with food from the field trip! It's time for a cooking challenge! But when the girls forget to set a timer, all their food is overcooked. Can the kittens fix their recipes before it's time to serve their teacher, Ms. Harbor? Kids who love cooking shows like Chopped Junior, Kids Baking Championship, and more will love seeing our favorite purrmaids experimenting in the kitchen!
Purrmaids #8: Merry Fish-mas (Purrmaids #8)
by Sudipta Bardhan-QuallenCelebrate the paw-lidays with the purrfect stocking stuffer! The first holiday title in this chapter book series that is purr-fect for fans of magic animals!It's almost Fish-mas in Kittentail Cove and the purrmaids can't wait for Santa Paws to arrive! When Coral's younger brother, Shrimp asks her to mail his letter to Santa Paws, Coral is happy to help! But then the day gets busy and the post office closes early and...will Santa Paws still bring presents if he doesn't get Shrimp's letter? With some help from her friends, Coral will do whatever it takes to give Shrimp the Merriest Fish-mas ever!
Purrmaids #9: Kitten Campout (Purrmaids #9)
by Sudipta Bardhan-QuallenChapter book readers' favorite kitten mermaids are going on their very first school sleepover in this series that's perfect for fans of Magic Kitten, Unicorn Academy, and the Fairy Animals series!Coral, Shelly, and Angel are SO excited to go on an overnight field trip! They're going to camp near an island where they can have a campfire and even sleep under the stars! But the problem with a group of three best friends, is sometimes someone gets left out. Shelly and Coral get to be partners on this field trip, but Angel has to be partners with one of the girls in the Catfish Club. Can she learn to make new friends and still enjoy the fun?The adorable mermaid-kittens in this chapter book series will have readers paw-sitively hooked from page one!
Purrs and Peril (Norwegian Forest Cat Café Cozy Mystery Ser. #1)
by Jinty JamesWho is the killer? Lauren Crenshaw and her Norwegian Forest Cat Annie run their own certified cat cafe in the picturesque small town of Gold Leaf Valley, Northern California. Lauren's fun cousin Zoe helps out as well. Lauren, Annie, and Zoe are shocked when one of their favorite customers is poisoned. Steve came into the cafe nearly every day - but who wanted him dead? The trio find themselves suspecting their customers - even elderly Mrs. Finch, whom Lauren thinks of as a substitute grandmother, doesn't escape their scrutiny. The new (and attractive!) police detective warns them off the case. But Annie, the Norwegian Forest Cat, seems to have a nose for sniffing out trouble. Can Lauren, Annie, and Zoe catch the killer before the killer catches them? This is a humorous, clean, cat cozy mystery with female amateur sleuths - and a gorgeous Norwegian Forest Cat!
Pursuing Justice
by Valerie Hansen Lynette EasonThese officers solve the toughest cases with the help of their brave canine partnersSpecial Agent by Valerie HansenWhen Special Agent in Charge Max West and his K-9 partner, Opal, look into a series of bombings in Northern California, horse trainer Katerina Garwood is a prime suspect. As the ex-fiancée of a man tied to a criminal family, Katerina may know more than she’s letting on—especially since the syndicate is targeting her. Despite Max’s reservations, he can’t deny his attraction…or the impulse to protect her.Bounty Hunter by Lynette EasonWhile on a mission to bring his sister’s killer to justice, bounty hunter Riley Martelli spots a missing FBI agent in a Colorado national park. When he calls in the tip, he’s joined in his search by Special Agent Harper Prentiss. Harper, aided by her faithful German shepherd, is determined to locate the missing agent…without falling for the handsome Riley. Working together is their best option, but it also doubles the danger they’re in.
Pursuits Unknown: An Amy and Lars Novel
by Ellen ClaryAmy and her kelpie-shepherd mix, Lars, work with a search team that specializes in finding lost people. Despite his average-mutt appearance, Lars is no ordinary dog. He and Amy have a telepathic connection. While Lars has a lot to learn about human language, their bond allows them to communicate in unusual ways and is a boon to their success rate.When Amy and Lars find a missing scientist suffering from the Alzheimer's-like disorder "Disorientation," Amy and her support team realize this is not a typical lost-person case. Instead, this assignment appears to be an attempt to steal this man's highly sensitive research on nanotechnology—which, in the wrong hands, could be used to wipe out undesirables from their overpopulated world. Forced to go undercover to seek out the truth, Amy will have to confront—and surpass—her own limitations.
Push-Pull Morning: Dog-Powered Poems About Matter and Energy
by Lisa Westberg PetersIntroduce children to physics through play, poetry, and a puppy in this joyous celebration of how physics matters in our everyday lives.This remarkable picture book explores scientific concepts (gravity, magnetism, electricity, friction, etc.) through the story of the relationship between a child and a puppy. Acclaimed author Lisa Westberg Peters&’s poems convey concepts in a way that children will remember—often with humor. Who could forget the various phases when they&’re presented in the form of a dog—solid when eating dinner, liquid when pouring herself into her basket, and gas when leaping erratically after a fly? Serge Bloch&’s whimsical illustrations extend the humor—and the love—in this tale of a child, a dog, and the energy that abounds in their world.Extensive notes at the end of the book define and explain the physics subjects included in the poems.
Pusheen the Cat's Guide to Everything (I Am Pusheen)
by Claire BeltonPusheen the Cat is back with a brand-new collection of adorable comics, expert advice, and silly antics featuring Pusheen and all her friends! <p><p> Whether you’re hoping to learn how to tell if your cat is a Vampurr or looking to study a comprehensive guide to being lazy—Pusheen has got you covered in this super cute guide to everything! This delightful collection of comics and illustrations features some of the most popular and purr-fectly adorable Pusheen comics you know and love, plus a healthy serving of never-before-seen material. Pusheen the Cat has charmed millions of fans worldwide with her humor, bounces, and tail wiggles. Join in on the fun with this super cute collection perfect for cat lovers and comics fans alike!
Puss & Boots
by Ayano ImaiA beloved fairy tale reimagined A poor shoemaker must close his business as there is no work, but his cat is determined to save the shoemaker from his plight. Using a magnificent pair of boots and a sly plan, the trusty cat tempts a monster and tricks the beast into using his own vanity against himself. With the monster defeated, the shoemaker reopens his shop and can once again sell his beautiful shoes to the townspeople. A beautifully distinctive retelling of a classic tale, this children&’s book features enchanting illustrations from acclaimed artist Ayano Imai.
Puss in Boots
by Jerry PinkneyA beautifully illustrated retelling of the beloved fairy tale from Caldecott Medal-winning author Jerry Pinkney For generations, children have been enchanted by the tale of the clever cat in fancy boots who outsmarts a king and a sorcerer to win a castle and a bride for his penniless master. The humor, the magic, and a lush Renaissance setting are all on glorious display, and a well-placed gatefold adds to the drama. This elegant new edition of Charles Perrault's folktale is essential for every child's library. Read it in tandem with other Pinkney classic picture books like The Little Red Hen and The Lion and the Mouse."This book is larger than life."-Library Media Connection
Puss in Boots (Little Golden Book)
by Kathryn JacksonPuss in Boots is a clever cat who won't settle for having a poor master. So he dupes a wicked giant out of his grand castle, claims the surrounding land as his master Caraba's, and charms the king, who lets his daughter marry Caraba. And Puss in Boots lives happily ever after!
Puss in Boots (Paul Galdone Nursery Classic #0)
by Paul Galdone Joanna C. GaldoneWhen the miller's youngest son receives only Puss as his inheritance, he wonders how his father expects him to make a living with a single cat. But Puss is no ordinary feline. All he asks for is a new pair of boots and he promises that fortune will come their way. With Puss in Boots working for him, the miller's son is in for a life-changing surprise!Paul Galdone’s retelling of this fairy tale is now part of the Folk Tale Classics series.
Puss in Boots - Boot wala Bilota
by BPI India Pvt LtdThe tale opens with the third and youngest son of a miller receiving his inheritance—a cat. At first, the youngest son laments, as the eldest brother gains the mill, and the middle brother gets the mules. The feline is no ordinary cat, however, but one who requests and receives a pair of boots.
Pussweek: A Cat's Guide to Feline Empowerment
by Bexy McFlyPussweek: A Cat's Guide to Feline Empowerment is full of hilarious spreads, quizzes, and advertisements, as well as top-notch photos of cats in all their cuteness and weirdness. Based on the magazine series Pussweek, written "by cats, for cats," this book is a feline parody of fashion and celebrity gossip rags.In a market saturated with "cat shaming," Pussweek gives cats their claws back. With an intelligent editorial voice of their own, these cats don't want dumb memes—they want you to stop secretly filming and posting them on the internet, and they want to empower all of the other feline friends out there who are sick of human nonsense.• With their own forum, these feisty cats provide a rare look into the private lives of felines everywhere.• Filled with articles of a caliber of humor that are clever and a little bit edgy, while still not above a well-placed cat pun• A collector's edition featuring some of the series' most popular articles, like "Diary of a Catnip Addict," "Fifty Shades of Stray," and "Queen of the Tomcats: My Big Fat Gender Identity Crisis," as well as tons of all-new material from cats who have a lot of dirty laundry to airEvery cat owner has wondered: 'What the heck is my cat thinking?' and Pussweek will hold all the myriad answers in one big volume full of outrageously cute (and simply outrageous) cats.From scandalous pawparazzi pics to revealing litter quizzes, hairy exposés to tell-tail interviews, you will finally find the feline empowerment that lies within you—and don't take a doggone no for an answer.• Great for cat owners and cat lovers of all stripes• Based on the wildly popular Pussweek magazine• Perfect for fans of How to Tell If Your Cat Is Plotting to Kill You by The Oatmeal, How to Talk to Your Cat About Gun Safety: And Abstinence, Drugs, Satanism, and Other Dangers That Threaten Their Nine Lives by Zachary Auburn, Breaking Cat News: Cats Reporting on the News that Matters to Cats by Georgia Dunn
Put Me in the Zoo: Instructional Guides For Literature (Beginner Books(R))
by Robert Lopshire<P>Spot, a polka-dot leopard who can change colors and even juggle his own spots, tries to convince two children that he is special enough to be exhibited in the zoo. <P>[This text is listed as an example that meets Common Core Standards in English language arts for K-1 at http://www.corestandards.org.]
Put On Your Owl Eyes: Open Your Senses & Discover Nature's Secrets; Mapping, Tracking & Journaling Activities
by Devin FranklinChildren will see the natural world around them with brand new eyes, as they learn to follow its signs, hear its language, and understand its secrets. With this unique and compelling book written by expert environmental educator Devin Franklin, kids aged 8 to 13 will build their own relationship with nature through finding a “Sit Spot” — an outdoor space in the backyard, in a field or in the woods, in a vacant lot or a city park — where they can stop, observe, and become familiar with the flora and fauna that live there. From the Six Arts of Tracking (Who, What, Where, When, Why, and How) and making a habitat map to walking in smooth silence like a fox and learning the basics of bird language, exploration exercises lead young readers on a fascinating journey of discovery as they watch, listen, map, interpret, and write about the sounds, sights, scents, and patterns they encounter. With journaling prompts, map-making activities, and observational tracking practice throughout, Put On Your Owl Eyes is an interactive and thought-provoking guidebook. This publication conforms to the EPUB Accessibility specification at WCAG 2.0 Level AA.
Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is
by Debra CushmanDid you know people didn’t always use numbers or math to talk about money? Throughout history, people have created different phrases in order to communicate about money. Instead of just saying a number, they were able to talk about how one must pay or even someone’s financial status. Money can be a whole new kind of language!
Putting the Horse before Descartes: My Life's Work on Behalf of Animals
by Bernard E. RollinWhen philosopher Bernard Rollin was six years old, he visited an animal shelter and was told about unwanted dogs being put to sleep. The event shaped his moral outlook and initiated his concern for how animals were treated. In his irreverent memoir,Putting the Horse before Descartes, Rollin provides an account of how he came to educate himself and others about the ethical treatment of animals and work toward improvements in animal welfare. Rollin describes, In witty, often disarming detail, how he became an outspoken critic of how animals were being treated in veterinary and medical schools as well as in research labs. Putting the Horse before Descartesshowcases the passionate animal advocate at his best. He recalls teaching veterinary students about ethical issues. He also recalls face-offs with ranchers and cowboys about branding methods and roping competitions in rodeos. In addition, he describes his work to legally mandate more humane conditions for agricultural and laboratory animals. As public concern about animal welfare And The safety of the food supply heighten, Rollin carries on this work all over the world-in classrooms, lecture halls and legislatures, meetings of agricultural associations and industrial settings, As well as in print. Putting the Horse before Descartes, ultimately, Is more than a memoir. Rollin offers a wide-ranging discussion of ethical issues in many settings and he testifies To The myriad ways that people of good conscience accept their ethical responsibility in regard to animals.
Putting the Monkeys to Bed
by Gennifer CholdenkoA hilarious story that shows kids that they can get themselves to sleep at bedtime! Sam is never ready to go to sleep at bedtime. There are always more questions to ask Mama, more books to read . . . not to mention the monkeys! Sam’s rambunctious trio of toy monkeys would much rather jump on the bed and make up songs about ping pong than go to sleep.Eventually Sam wants to go to sleep. But how will he ever get the monkeys to settle down?This story’s silly monkey mayhem also includes a calming bedtime routine that really works.
Pyrenean Mastiff (Comprehensive Owner's Guide)
by Christina de Lima-NetoAs grand and wondrous as the Pyrenean mountains whence he comes, the Pyrenean Mastiff is an awe-inspiring guardian breed that remains one of Spain's best kept secrets.<P><P> The Pyrenean Mastiff is rugged enough to weather the outdoors, though he prefers to be indoors with his family, to whom he is fiercely devoted. Towering at over 32 inches at the shoulder, the adult Pyrenean Mastiff offers expert protection for home and property, given his natural aloofness to strangers. Additionally, owners will prize this noble breed's calm, confident demeanor and its superior intelligence and bravery. The author provides a thorough history of the breed in its native Spain as well as in the US, where the breed has begun to win new admirers. In detailing the breed's history, the author rightly credits Rafael Malo as the savior of the modern breed and the man responsible for promoting the breed internationally through his La Tajadera del Tío Roy kennel.