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The Great Mouse Escape: A Word of Mouse Tail (Word of Mouse #2)
by James Patterson Chris GrabensteinA tiny talking mouse sets off on a giant adventure to rescue his friend in this fun, heartwarming illustrated adventure, perfect for fans of Stuart Little and The Mouse and the Motorcycle. Talking mouse Isaiah is free from the experiments that left him with blue fur and a big voice, and living a picture-perfect life with his human friend, Hailey. But the evil scientists—and their evil talking cats—are hot on Isaiah&’s trail. When they mouse-nap his friend Mikayla, it's up to Isaiah and Hailey to rescue her. Their search takes them on a cross-country adventure, where they face foes and make unexpected friends. If they can find Mikayla, they might even find a way to free Isaiah's siblings and create a happy ending for all of the lab mice. This endearing and whimsical tail tale from bestselling author James Patterson is a celebration of bravery and determination in all shapes and sizes.
The Great Ordovician Biodiversification Event (The Critical Moments and Perspectives in Earth History and Paleobiology)
by Barry D. Florentin Paris Mary L. Droser Ian G. Percival Eds. WebbyTwo of the greatest evolutionary events in the history of life on Earth occurred during Early Paleozoic time. The first was the Cambrian explosion of skeletonized marine animals about 540 million years ago. The second was the "Great Ordovician Biodiversification Event," which is the focus of this book. During the 46-million-year Ordovician Period (489–443 m.y.), a bewildering array of adaptive radiations of "Paleozoic- and Modern-type" biotas appeared in marine habitats, the first animals (arthropods) walked on land, and the first non-vascular bryophyte-like plants (based on their cryptospore record) colonized terrestrial areas with damp environments.This book represents a compilation by a large team of Ordovician specialists from around the world, who have enthusiastically cooperated to produce this first globally orientated, internationally sponsored IGCP (International Geological Correlation Program) project on Ordovician biotas. The major part is an assembly of genus- and species-level diversity data for the many Ordovician fossil groups. The book also presents an evaluation of how each group diversified through Ordovician time, with assessments of patterns of change and rates of origination and extinction. As such, it will become the standard work and data source for biotic studies on the Ordovician Period.
The Great Paper Caper
by Oliver JeffersFrom the illustrator of the #1 smash hit The Day the Crayons Quit comes a whodunnit just right for the youngest of readers (not to mention instructions for how to build the perfect paper airplane!)The animals? homes are disappearing. Tree by tree, the forest is being cut down. Clues! There must be clues. For instance, look--there is a mysterious bear carrying an ax! But what would a bear want with so many trees? Perhaps the discarded paper airplanes littering the forest floor have a story to tell?Oliver Jeffers' quirky, childlike humor and lovable illustrations are in full effect in this funny whodunit featuring a winning cast of animals and a message about the importance of conservation and recycling.
The Great Penguin Rescue: 40,000 Penguins, a Devastating Oil Spill, and the Inspiring Story of the World's Largest Animal Rescue
by Dyan deNapoliON JUNE 23, 2000, the iron-ore carrier MV Treasure, en route from Brazil to China, foundered off the coast of Cape Town, South Africa, spilling 1,300 tons of oil into the ocean and contaminating the habitat of 75,000 penguins. Realizing thJuneat 41 percent of the world’s population of African penguins could perish, local conservation officials immediately launched a massive rescue operation, and 12,500 volunteers from around the globe rushed to South Africa in hopes of saving the imperiled birds.Serving as a rehabilitation manager during the initial phase of the three-month rescue effort, Dyan deNapoli—better known as "the Penguin Lady" for her extensive work with penguins—and fellow volunteers de-oiled, nursed back to health, and released into the wild nearly all of the affected birds. Now, at the tenth anniversary of the disaster, deNapoli recounts this extraordinary true story of the world’s largest and most successful wildlife rescue. When she first entered the enormous warehouse housing most of the 19,000 oiled penguins, the birds’ total silence told deNapoli all she needed to know about the extent of their trauma. African penguins are very vocal by nature, prone to extended fits of raucous, competitive braying during territorial displays and pair-bonding rituals, but these poor creatures now stood silently, shoulder to shoulder, in a state of shock. DeNapoli vividly details the harrowing rescue process and the heartbreaking scenarios she came up against alongside thousands of volunteers: unforgettable images of them laboriously scrubbing the oil from every penguin feather and force-feeding each individually; the excruciatingly painful penguin bites every volunteer received; and the wrenching decisions about birds too ill to survive. She draws readers headfirst into the exhausting physical and emotional experience and brings to life the cast of remarkable characters—from Big Mike, a compassionate Jiu-Jitsu champion with a booming voice, who worked every day of the rescue effort; to a man named Welcome, aka "the Penguin Whisperer," who had the amazing ability to calm any penguin he held in his arms; to Louis, a seventeen-year-old medical student who created a new formula for the highly effective degreaser used by the rescue mission—whose historic and heroic efforts saved the birds from near extinction. The extraordinary international collaboration of scientists, zookeepers, animal rescue groups, and thousands of concerned individuals helped save the African penguins—recently declared an endangered species—from an all-too-common man-made disaster.DeNapoli’s heartwarming and riveting story is not just a portrait of these captivating birds, nor is it merely a cautionary tale about the environment. It is also an inspirational chronicle of how following one’s passion can lead to unexpected, rewarding adventures—and illustrates not only how people from around the world can unite for a greater purpose, but how they can be extraordinarily successful when doing so. The Great Penguin Rescue will inspire readers to believe they can make a difference
The Great Pet Escape (Pets On The Loose!)
by Victoria Jamieson“A young graphic novel chapter book about the escape escapades of class pets at Daisy P. Flugelhorn Elementary School.”
The Great Pet Heist (The Great Pet Heist)
by Emily EctonOcean&’s Eleven meets The Secret Life of Pets in this hilarious and delightfully illustrated novel following a ragtag group of pets who will do whatever it takes to avoid being sent to the pound.Butterbean knew she wasn&’t always a good dog. Still, she&’d never considered herself a BAD dog—until the morning that her owner, Mrs. Food, fell in the hallway. Admittedly the tile was slipperier than usual, mostly because Butterbean had just thrown up on it. Now Butterbean and her fellow pets have to come up with a grand plan to support themselves in case Mrs. Food is unable to keep taking care of them. When they discover a mysterious man in their building who seems to have lots of loot, they plan a heist. Oscar the mynah bird is the brains of the operation. Walt the cat has the necessary slyness and slink. Marco and Polo are the reconnaissance rats. And Butterbean...well, no one would ever suspect a cute little wiener dog, right? Can these animal friends can pull off the heist of the century?
The Great Pheromone Myth
by Richard L. DotyMammalian pheromones, audiomones, visuomones, and snarks—Richard Doty argues that they all belong in the same category: objects of imagination.For more than 50 years, researchers—including many prominent scientists—have identified pheromones as the triggers for a wide range of mammalian behaviors and endocrine responses. In this provocative book, renowned olfaction expert Richard L. Doty rejects this idea and states bluntly that, in contrast to insects, mammals do not have pheromones.Doty systematically debunks the claims and conclusions of studies that purport to reveal the existence of mammalian pheromones. He demonstrates that there is no generally accepted scientific definition of what constitutes a mammalian pheromone and that attempts to divide stimuli and complex behaviors into pheromonal and nonpheromonal categories have primarily failed. Doty's controversial assertion belies a continued fascination with the pheromone concept, numerous claims of its chemical isolation, and what he sees as the wasted expenditure of hundreds of millions of dollars by industry and government. The Great Pheromone Myth directly challenges ideas about the role chemicals play in mammalian behavior and reproductive processes. It is a must-have reference for biologists, psychologists, neuroscientists, and readers interested in animal behavior, ecology, and evolution.
The Great Pony Hassle
by Nancy Springer Daniel Mark Duffy4 girls and only 1 pony! When their mother remarries, twin sisters Toni and Staci get . . . twin stepsisters! Toni and Staci have almost nothing in common with their new siblings--Paisley is loud and spoiled, and Stirling is pretty and perfect--but all of the girls love horses. When Paisley brings home a pony of her own, with a sugar-colored mane and sweet dark eyes, the rest of the sisters are consumed with jealousy. How can 4 horse-crazy girls get along when there's only 1 pony?
The Great Princess Caper (My Little Pony)
by HasbroWith fresh and contemporary illustrations, this picture book will appeal to young and old fans of My Little Pony! It ties into the feature length My Little Pony movie, coming October 2017!© 2017 Hasbro. All Rights Reserved.
The Great Puppy Invasion
by Kim Smith Alastair HeimWhat’s a town to do when not one, not two, but hundreds of adorable, wriggling puppies invade? This is especially a problem in Strictville, where no one has ever seen puppies before. And where there are rules against such things. In fact, cuteness of any kind is considered downright criminal. But one boy is brave enough to face the adorable doggies, and he just may turn things around for this narrow-minded town. A true treat for the funny bone!
The Great Rabbit Rescue
by Katie Davies Hannah ShawThe kids from The Great Hamster Massacre are back--and on a rabbit rescue mission!Joe has gone to live with his dad, leaving behind his beloved pet rabbit. Anna, Tom, and Suzanne try to look after it for him, but when the rabbit becomes ill, they're convinced it's because the rabbit is missing Joe. Now Joe is sick too. The girls are certain that both Joe and the rabbit will die unless they are reunited soon....But can Anna, Tom, and Suzanne pull off The Great Rabbit Rescue in time?
The Great Rabbit Rescue
by Katie Davies Hannah ShawThe kids from The Great Hamster Massacre are back--and on a rabbit rescue mission!Joe has gone to live with his dad, leaving behind his beloved pet rabbit. Anna and Suzanne try to look after it for him, but when the rabbit becomes ill, they're convinced it's because it's missing Joe. Now Joe is sick too. The girls are certain that Joe and the rabbit will die unless they are reunited soon...But can Anna and Tom and Suzanne pull off The Great Rabbit Rescue in time?
The Great Redwall Feast
by Brian JacquesThe inhabitants of Redwall Abbey are planning a fantastic feast. Will it be ready in time, will it be kept a secret from the guest of honor the Abbot. Can the rewallers keep the Abbot busy while the feast is getting ready, and will Bungo the pesky troublesome mole ruin the Abbot's cake? Find out in this delightful rhyme from Redwall.
The Great Safari Rescue: Playdate Adventures
by Emma Beswetherick&‘Guaranteed free of unicorns and princesses, it's fun, empowering fiction for 5-8 year olds.&’ David Nicholls, author of One Day Join Katy, Cassie, Zia and their new friend Luca on a series of amazing adventures as they work together to save the planet… When Cassie's cousin Luca joins the girls' school, they have the perfect idea to make him feel included: invite him to a magical playdate adventure. Together with Thunder the cat, they decide to go on a wild journey to the African savannah in their very own flying safari jeep. But when they arrive, the animals are in a frenzy. The watering holes are drying up and soon there won&’t be anything left for them to drink! Luca has an idea that might just save the day – but will the friends be able to pull it off?
The Great Sea Serpent
by Loren Coleman A. OudemansMysterious and strange are the ocean depths, but pioneering cyptozoologist ANTOON CORNELIS OUDEMANS (1858-1943) attempted to bring some order to the realm with this 1892 survey of the reports of monsters of the sea, the first of its kind. Gathering sightings from around the globe and across the centuries, Oudemans eliminates the obvious hoaxes or honest mistakes and then, from dozens of legitimate sighting, draws conclusions about sea-serpent physiology, geographic distribution, and more. This astonishing book "still influences thoughts and theories about the great unknowns in the oceans," says cryptozoologist Loren Coleman in his new introduction in this edition, part of Cosimo's Loren Coleman Presents series.
The Great Shark Escape (Magic School Bus #7)
by Eva Moore Joanna Cole Bruce Degen Ted EnikHi, I'm Arnold. I'm one of the kids in Ms. Frizzle's class. I knew we were in deep when Ms. Frizzle announced our unit on ocean life, and I was right. On our field trip, we ended up underwater and face-to-face with all kinds of sharks, from great whites to goblin sharks. Then, when things got scary and we were really swimming in trouble, you'd never guess who helped us make the GREAT SHARK ESCAPE!
The Great Smelling Bee (Rotten School #2)
by R. L. StineIn order to hide a bulldog in his no-pets-allowed dorm, scheming fourth grader Bernie Bridges enrolls his pet as a transfer student.
The Great Snake Escape
by Molly CoxeMirabel, a goose, and her friend, Maxie, a frog, get a scare one day when a king cobra escapes from the zoo.
The Great Spaniel Escape: A Story of an English Cocker Spaniel (Dog Tale Series #4)
by Coleen Hubbard[from the back cover:] "Where, oh where, has that little dog gone? Lindy and Rachel are having a great summer running a dog-walking business. They even have a famous client--Fannie, a sweet, lively English Cocker Spaniel. Fannie belongs to the mayor, and she has lived a sheltered life. Playing with Rachel and Lindy is the best time she's ever had! One hot afternoon, Fannie breaks loose and disappears. Now Lindy and Rachel are in a lot of trouble. Can the girls find Fannie before the mayor finds out she's gone?" Pictures are described. RL 4, Ages 8-12 Look for the other books in the Dog Tales series in the Bookshare collection including: #1 One Golden Year, #2 The Westie Winter and #3 Mountain Dog Rescue.
The Great Squirrel Uprising
by Dan ElishSally, a sympathetic ten-year-old human, helps Scruff the squirrel lead a group of squirrels and birds in a blockade of New York's Central Park to protest the litter there.
The Great Thanksgiving Adventure of Thelma and Louise
by Candy DwyerOn a crisp November day, about two weeks before Thanksgiving, two majestic white turkeys unexpectedly appeared at our home, nestled in a residential neighbourhood by a serene lake. Standing at the top of our driveway, they looked bewildered yet curiously approachable. We soon realised their remarkable friendliness, as they attempted to wander into our garage. We provided them with nuts and berries, and for the night, offered them shelter in our greenhouse. Affectionately, we named them Thelma and Louise. Over the next few months, these charming birds became a part of our lives, until we found them a loving, permanent home at a rescue ranch. Their origins remained a mystery, as there were no turkey farms in proximity, leaving us to wonder about the incredible journey they must have embarked on to find us. This heartwarming tale, inspired by true events, follows the adventures of Thelma and Louise, two turkeys who escape from a farm before Thanksgiving. Their journey is filled with wonder, bravery, and the search for a place to call home.
The Great Turkey Walk
by Kathleen KarrIn 1860, a somewhat simple-minded fifteen-year-old boy attempts to herd one thousand turkeys from Missouri to Denver, Colorado, in hopes of selling them at a profit.
The Great Vandal Scandal: The Great Pet Heist; The Great Ghost Hoax; The Great Vandal Scandal (The Great Pet Heist)
by Emily EctonThe Secret Life of Pets meets Spy School as furry friends come out of retirement to do some secret spy work sure to inspire &“chuckles aplenty&” (Kirkus Reviews) in this hilarious companion to The Great Pet Heist and The Great Ghost Hoax.Big plans are afoot! Butterbean is going to become a therapist (unless maybe she means a therapy dog?). The white cat is going to do a commercial for caviar-flavored pet treats. And Wallace is moving into a great new apartment. But these plans don&’t include a group of rowdy raccoons taking over the loading dock and throwing the building into turmoil. Now residents from the whole building are coming to the Strathmore Seven for help—from Second Floor Biscuit, a Yorkie with an unfortunate haircut who faces eviction for barking at the intruders, to the loading dock rats, who are feeling intimidated and upset. And even worse, Madison gets blamed for the vandalism! It&’s up to Butterbean and the rest of the pets to stop the raccoons and restore their friend&’s reputation—before it&’s too late.
The Great White Bear: A Natural and Unnatural History of the Polar Bear
by Kieran MulvaneyPolar bears are creatures of paradox: They are white bears whose skin is black; massive predators who can walk almost silently; Arctic residents whose major problem is not staying warm, but keeping cool. Fully grown they can measure 10 feet and weigh close to 2,000 pounds, but at birth they are just 20 ounces. Creatures that may wander thousands of miles over the course of a year, they begin life in a snowdrift. Human encounters with these legendary beasts are cause for both excitement and apprehension. Tales throughout history describe the ferocity of polar bear attacks on humans; but human hunting of polar bears has exacted a far larger toll, obliging Arctic nations to try to protect their region's iconic species before it's too late. Now, however, another threat to the polar bears' survival has emerged, one that is steadily removing sea ice and the life it supports. Without this habitat, polar bears cannot exist. The Great White Bear celebrates the story of this unique species. Through a blend of history, both natural and human, through myth and reality and observations both personal and scientific, Kieran Mulvaney masterfully provides a context for readers to consider the polar bear, its history, its life, and its uncertain fate.