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Welcome Home!
by Kristin Earhart Serena GeddesIn this first book of a chapter book series inspired by Marguerite Henry's Misty of Chincoteague, siblings Willa and Ben Dunlap begin their new life on Chincoteague Island.Ten-year-old Willa Dunlap and her eight-year-old brother Ben are new to Chincoteague Island, but it's a homecoming for their mother, who grew up there. Willa and Ben's parents are busy planning the opening of their bed and breakfast, which gives the kids free rein to explore the island. But with so many new people and places to get used to, will Chincoteague ever feel like home?
Welcome Home, Bear!
by Sandy AsherBear and Mouse cannot agree on home decor—should it be plain or fancy? They have different opinions, but that’s okay! When Bear needs to go out of town, he asks Mouse to house-sit for him. She agrees, but thinks his house is far too plain and lonely! What will Bear come home to?
Welcome Home, Bear: A Book of Animal Habitats
by Il Sung NaFollow Bear as he visits animal habitats around the world--and comes to appreciate his own home--in this new offering from the creator of A Book of Sleep and A Book of Babies. Bear is tired of waking up every morning in the same green forest, so he decides to search for a new place to live. He visits the birds in the trees, a mole underground, a camel in the hot desert sand, puffins in the cold arctic snow . . . only to realize his own home is the perfect place for him after all. Welcome Home, Bear offers rich illustrations, bright colors, and a simple, spare text--all wrapped up in a beautiful, kid-friendly package. Readers meet animals in their habitats around the world--and return with Bear to the one place he is truly happy.
Welcome Home: Where Nature's Most Creative Creatures Dwell
by Lisa MundorffIn Lisa Mundorff's Welcome Home, young readers will delight in the realistic and literal interpretations of where some of our most favorite animals live. Humans love to put their feet up at home after a long day--whether they're in a house, apartment, or cabin. Well, even animals have their own particular homes. Otters kick it on a couch, lions retreat to their dens, and pigeons (the city dwellers that they are) call lofts their home.Where we live is a part of us.
Welcome To The Bed And Biscuit
by Joan Carris Noah Z. JonesGrampa Bender wouldn't be able to run the Bed and Biscuit animal boardinghouse without the help of Ernest the pig, Gabby the mynah bird, and Milly the cat. In fact, the three animals have always thought of themselves as Grampa's family -- and they assumed he felt the same way. But when Grampa comes home with a mysterious bundle and stops paying attention to his loyal companions, they start to question his affections. Engaging illustrations by Noah Z. Jones, capturing every endearing trait of this oddball family, complement Joan Carris's humorous, heartwarming book for middle-grade readers.
Welcome to Camp! (Step into Reading)
by Steve BehlingThis Step into Reading Step 3 Comic Reader with stickers introduces young dinosaur fans to Jurassic World: Camp Cretaceous!Jurassic World: Camp Cretaceous follows a group of six teenagers chosen for a once-in-a-lifetime experience at a new adventure camp on the opposite side of Isla Nublar--the home of the Jurassic World theme park. But when dinosaurs wreak havoc across the island, the campers are stranded. Unable to reach the outside world, they'll need to go from strangers to friends to family if they're going to survive. Perfect for boys and girls ages 5 to 8, this Step 3 Step into Reading leveled reader features full-color, action-packed comic panels introducing Jurassic World: Camp Cretaceous's campers and awesome dinosaurs!
Welcome to Camp Slither (Goosebumps HorrorLand #9)
by R. L. StineTwelve-year-old Boone and his sister Heather love animals of every kind. That's why they wanted to come to Camp Hither. The wild legends of man-eating snakes and disappearing campers are hisss-terical! But Camp Hither has a cold-blooded secret: Somebody has unleashed a hungry horde of slithery snakes! Can these two survive long enough to accept their invitation to HorrorLand? Yesssssss! But only if they figure out why Camp Hither is crawling with trouble.
Welcome to Camp Woggle (Oodlethunks #3)
by Adele GriffinGet set for another West Woggle adventure, starring Oona, her wacky Stone Age family and some unforgettable pets!Who says kids are the only ones who can have fun during the summer? Oona Oodlethunk and her brother Bonk are ready to change all that. When they hatch a plan to create a "Collected Animals Meeting Place," Camp Woggle is born! But hold onto your sunhat, this isn't your typical "boondoggle-lanyard" camp. And none of the campers arrive with bug repellent or sunscreen. This happy "All Pets Allowed" place is strictly for prehistoric pets. Dinosaurs, fruitafossors, lemurs, turtles, and even pet rocks are welcome, as long as they stick to Camp Woggle's rules:1. No Chewing or Biting (Unless It's Your Food)2. Be Kind and Thoughtful 3. Older Pets Get First Turn4. No Dangerous Predators Allowed5. When Nature Calls, Wash Your Paws This wacky West Woggle adventure stars some pretty impressive critters and lots of action-packed Stone-Age facts!
Welcome to Gabby's Dollhouse (Gabby's Dollhouse Storybook)
by Gabhi MartinsDive into the world of DreamWorks Gabby's Dollhouse with this storybook based on the adorable preschool show!Welcome to the world of Gabby's Dollhouse! Get to know Gabby and the Gabby Cats in this introduction to the adorable preschool show by DreamWorks, streaming on Netflix! Gabby and Pandy Paws take you on a tour of Gabby's magical Dollhouse--meet Cakey Cat in the kitchen, Kitty Fairy in the Fairy Tale Garden, DJ Catnip in The Music Room, and many more purrfectly awesome friends!DreamWorks Gabby's Dollhouse © 2021 DreamWorks Animation LLC. All Rights Reserved.
Welcome to Glorious Tuga: A Novel
by Francesca SegalA bighearted page-turner set on a remote island in the South Atlantic Ocean about love, community, and what it means to come homePassionate about conservation and fleeing an argument with her mother, newly qualified London vet Charlotte Walker has taken up a fellowship on the tiny South Atlantic island of Tuga de Oro to study the endangered gold coin tortoises in the jungle interior. She can claim the best of reasons for this year in paradise—What better motivation than to save a species?—but the reality is more complex. For Charlotte has secretly come to believe that she has her own connection to this remote and eccentric community, and she is finally determined to solve the mystery that has dominated her life.But she will have little time for any of her declared or covert investigations. She is inconveniently attracted to the new island doctor. And not only do Tuga’s tortoises need attention but so too do the island’s dogs, goats, and donkeys—not to mention the islanders themselves, determined to win Charlotte over with cake and homemade jam until she relents and becomes vet to all their animals.A complete, vivid world unto itself, Welcome to Glorious Tuga is a bewitching combination of warmth and humor. Immersive and uplifting, it transports the reader to an island that time forgot, bringing to life a cast of flawed, loveable people, like a contemporary James Herriot beneath the coconut palms.
Welcome to Horseland (Horseland #1)
by Phil Harnage Carter Crocker Annie AuerbachWhen Sarah first arrived at Horseland ranch with her horse, Scarlet, everyone assumed she was a spoiled little rich girl--especially when she pulled up in a limo wearing expensive clothes! But when Sarah ruins her expensive jacket in order to save another rider's horse, the gang realizes that appearances can be deceiving.
Welcome to Pawston! (Step into Reading)
by Elle StephensAn all-new Step into Reading reader based on the Go Dog. Go!, animated series--premiering on Netflix in January 2021!Perfect for boys and girls ages 4 to 6, this 32-page Go, Dog. Go! Step 2 Step into Reading leveled reader introduces dog lovers to Tag, Scooch and all the dogs of Pawston. Based on the P.D. Eastman bestselling classic, Go, Dog. Go! this new Netflix animated series is all about community, friendship, and family.Step 2 Readers use basic vocabulary and short sentences to tell simple stories. For children who recognize familiar words and can sound out new words with help.GO, DOG. GO! is a Netflix animated series for preschoolers about a 6-year-old dog and her adventures in a joyful, fun-loving community of dogs on the go!
Welcome to Subirdia
by Jack Delap John M. MarzluffWelcome to Subirdia presents a surprising discovery: the suburbs of many large cities support incredible biological diversity. Populations and communities of a great variety of birds, as well as other creatures, are adapting to the conditions of our increasingly developed world. In this fascinating and optimistic book, John Marzluff reveals how our own actions affect the birds and animals that live in our cities and towns, and he provides ten specific strategies everyone can use to make human environments friendlier for our natural neighbors. Over many years of research and fieldwork, Marzluff and student assistants have closely followed the lives of thousands of tagged birds seeking food, mates, and shelter in cities and surrounding areas. From tiny Pacific wrens to grand pileated woodpeckers, diverse species now compatibly share human surroundings. By practicing careful stewardship with the biological riches in our cities and towns, Marzluff explains, we can foster a new relationship between humans and other living creatures-one that honors and enhances our mutual destiny.
Welcome to the Crystal Empire! My Little Pony
by Olivia LondonTwilight Sparkle tours the Crystal Empire. She attends the Crystal Faire, meets lots of Crystal Ponies and gets to stay in a special room in the castle with her very own library! Come explore the sparkling world of the Crystal Empire...This storybook includes a removable postcard to mail to your friends!
Welcome to the Everfree Forest! (My Little Pony)
by Olivia LondonThe Everfree forest is a mysterious land just outside of Ponyville that serves as the home to many unusual creatures. Read about your favorite ponies' adventures with characters like Zecora the Zebra, Gilda the Griffin, Discord the Draconequus and more in this lively eBook illustrated with dazzlingimages from the hit TV show, My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic!Includes Read Aloud functionality where available.© Hasbro
Welcome to the Island (Isla of Adventure #1)
by Dela CostaMeet the ever-curious Isla Verde, a young girl with a secret—she can speak with animals—in the first book of an all-new chapter book series!Welcome to the adventurous island of Sol! For eight-year-old Isla Verde, Sol is the perfect place to live. The sun shines bright, the markets brim with delicious food and music, there are animal friends around every corner, and her best gecko buddy, Fitz, is up for almost every adventure! Yes, Isla&’s best friend is a gecko. In fact, that&’s part of her big secret…she can speak to animals—and they speak right back! No one else knows about her special talent, not even Mama, Abuelo, or Abuela! But when new girl Tora moves in next door, Isla starts finding it harder to keep her secret under wraps. With easy-to-read language and illustrations on almost every page, the Isla of Adventure chapter books are perfect for beginning readers.
Welcome to Wagmire (Itty Bitty Princess Kitty #7)
by Melody MewsItty visits Puppy Prince in his royal kingdom of Wagmire in this seventh Itty Bitty Princess Kitty chapter book.Once Itty arrives at Wagmire, she gets a fabulous royal welcome as Prince Pip shows her all his favorite spots, including Magic Mountain Lake. There&’s so much to do and so much to see that Itty excitedly wanders off by herself…only to get lost in a place she doesn&’t know! Will Itty be able to find her way back to the palace before the welcome celebrations are over? With easy-to-read language and illustrations on every page, the Itty Bitty Princess Kitty chapter books are perfect for emerging readers.
Welcome, Wombat (True Tales of Rescue)
by Kama EinhornPhoto-packed series explores the stories and science behind animal sanctuaries. An up-close look at what life is like at a real wombat sanctuary in Australia—straight from a wombat herself in a nonfiction chapter book for elementary-aged readers. Includes full-color photos, graphics, and maps.When a new baby wombat shows up at Sleepy Burrows Sanctuary in Australia, Chance, the veteran wombat, is excited to show the new gal the ropes. Before any animal can be successfully released, many things have to happen. After rescue comes recovery, then rehabilitation, and finally, release. Those are animal-sanctuary tenets—an animal will remain safe until release or until it dies. For Chance and the new wombat, Panzer, this means learning how to find food, dig, and find a lifelong companion. Readers will love Chance, Panzer, and the crew of wombats. Other books in the photo-packed Sanctuary Stories series include Sweet Senior Pups.
Welcoming Elijah: A Passover Tale with a Tail
by Leslea NewmanWinner of the Sydney Taylor Book Award and the National Jewish Book Award, Welcoming Elijah by celebrated author Lesléa Newman, unites a young boy and a stray kitten in a warm, lyrical story about Passover, family, and friendship.Inside, a boy and his family sit around the dinner table to embrace the many traditions of their Passover Seder around the dinner table. Outside, a cat wonders, hungry and alone. When it's time for the symbolic Passover custom of opening the family's front door for the prophet Elijah, both the boy and the cat are in for a remarkable surprise.
Welcoming Your Puppy from Planet Dog: How to Go Beyond Training and Raise Your Best Friend
by Kathy CallahanWritten in a fresh, warm voice loaded with empathy, Welcoming Your Puppy from Planet Dog lights the path to a relaxed, happy interspecies household “I truly LOVE this book. If I were fostering, breeding, or getting a new puppy, I’d read it twice, and still keep it within reach every day.” — Dr. Patricia McConnell, applied animal behaviorist, speaker, and author of The Other End of the Leash and The Puppy Primer After a decade of guiding people who’ve just added a puppy to the family, dog trainer Kathy Callahan has learned a fundamental truth: at some point every one of them feels overwhelmed. When they seek out expertise, they’re flooded with impossibly detailed advice, conflicting opinions, and a surprising number of techniques that seem unkind. In contrast, Callahan reassures owners that success flows not from nailing an intimidating list of disciplinary tactics, but from adopting a mindset of “trusted guide” rather than “master.” The key to great training is recognizing that we have essentially kidnapped these puppies from their own vastly different culture. Using an easy-to-grasp “Planet Dog / Planet Human” concept, Callahan dives into the puppy essentials, including: • how to prepare your house (and yourself) for puppyhood • potty training, chewing, jumping, and other challenges • how to train with fun, not fear • why it might seem your puppy “just doesn’t listen” • navigating puppyhood with young kids, cats, and/or other dogs • what to do if there’s household disagreement on things like whether dogs belong on furniture In fun-to-read chapters filled with empathy for both the beleaguered humans and their confused puppies, Welcoming Your Puppy from Planet Dog paves the way for a rewarding friendship between a relaxed, well-prepared human and a canine family member who’s happily at ease in our world.
The Welfare of Animals in Animal-Assisted Interventions: Foundations and Best Practice Methods
by Jose M. Peralta Aubrey H. FineThis is the first book focusing on the animal’s perspective and best practices to ensure the welfare of both therapy animals and their human counterparts in animal-assisted interventions. Written by leading scientists, it summarizes the scientific evidence available concerning the impacts on animals in these settings, including companion species, horses, marine mammals and other animals used in therapy.There has been a dramatic increase in the range of animal-assisted interventions used in medical and allied health environments in recent years, and the field is now entering an era with a greater interest in defining the underlying mechanisms of the human-animal bond as well as the therapeutic benefits of these interactions. Animal-assisted interventions, as with other uses of animals by humans, impose a unique set of stresses on the animals, which the community has only recently begun to acknowledge. For the field to continue to flourish, more evidence is needed to shed light on the implications for the animals and what guidelines need to be put into practice to ensure welfare.With the ultimate goal of improving the impact that we have on the animals under our care, the book provides a roadmap for researchers and clinicians as they attempt to safely and humanely incorporate various species of animals into therapeutic settings. The authors also offer instructions and suggestions for areas that need to be studied more robustly over the next decade to continue to ensure the safe and proper use of animals in therapy sessions.This is an informative, thought-provoking and instructive resource for practitioners and researchers in the field of medicine and clinical psychology using animal-assisted interventions, as well as for veterinarians and welfare scientists.
The Welfare of Animals Used in Research: Practice and Ethics (UFAW Animal Welfare)
by Robert C. HubrechtThe Welfare of Animals used in Research: Practice and Ethics gives a complete and balanced overview of the issues surrounding the use of animals in scientific research. <P><P> The focus of the book is on the animal welfare implications and ethics of animals in research. It covers the topics with sufficient depth to show a real understanding of varied and complex subjects, but conveys the information in a beautifully reader-friendly manner.Key features:Provides those who are not working in the field with a reasonable understanding as to why and how animals are used in research.Gives an introduction to the ethical issues involved in using animals, and explains how these are addressed in practice.Details the advances in animal welfare and the use and development of the 3Rs principles, and how these have become fundamental to the everyday use and regulation of animals used in research.The focus is on principles making it suitable for an international audience.This book is a useful introduction to the issues involved in laboratory animal welfare for those who intend to work in research involving animals. It is also useful to prospective animal care staff and animal welfare scientists, and to those involved in ethical review. It will help inform debate amongst those who are not involved in experimentation but who are interested in the issues.Published as a part of the prestigious Wiley-Blackwell - UFAW Animal Welfare series. UFAW, founded 1926, is an internationally recognised, independent, scientific and educational animal welfare charity.For full details of all titles available in the series, please visit the UFAW Animal Welfare series website.
The Welfare of Cattle
by Bernard E. Rollin Terry Engle Donald J. Klingborg, DVMContains a selection of White Papers, commissioned to better inform the exploration of cattle welfare. These are prepared by notable experts in their field, to help provide factual context around selected topics that impact cattle welfare and production systems. Covers all aspects of cattle use in an accessible style, making this a must have volume for anyone interested in cattle welfare or cattle medicine. Provides an in-depth picture of the distinctive beef and dairy cattle welfare practices and issues, covering topics such as behavior, breeding and genetic manipulation, nutrition and feeding, housing and management, health and disease, and transport and slaughter. Written by acknowledged leaders in animal science, veterinary science, philosophy and animal welfare, presenting a truly multidisciplinary perspective on cattle welfare. Includes a section on understanding and managing animal welfare in both beef and dairy cattle, discussing how cattle perceive the world, animal handling and pain mitigation, and how to assure that the cows have a reasonably good life. The Welfare of Cattle offers an accurate, detailed account of the ethical and welfare concerns related to the human use of cattle. There is currently no significant book dealing with the welfare of cows, animals often seen as archetypal paradigms of 'farm animals'. Covering both beef and dairy cattle, the expert authors provide in-depth information on the husbandry roots of traditional agriculture, the replacement of this system of stewardship by an industrial model, and the resulting welfare challenges associated with industrial agriculture: feedlots, highly industrialized dairies, and slaughterhouses killing huge numbers of animals who have been transported great distances. This important book explores in detail the ways in which people who are providing care for cattle can take their first step, or their next step, toward enhancing the welfare of these animals. An extra chapter (online only) is available in the 'Downloads' tab on the left: Dairy Nutrition, by Michael Gamroth
The Welfare of Domestic Fowl and Other Captive Birds
by Ian J. Duncan Penny HawkinsThis book describes the welfare implications of keeping wild and domesticated birds in captivity. The environmental and social requirements of various avian species are discussed and suggestions made for appropriate housing and management techniques. Particular attention is paid to human-bird interactions and their impact on the behaviour and welfare of the birds involved. Training methods for companion birds are also described. Possible future trends in keeping birds in captivity are discussed in relation to evolving laws and codes for both wild and domesticated birds and in the light of developing ethical attitudes to animals. The book will be invaluable to all those who keep birds including poultry farmers, pet owners, and managers and caretakers of birds kept in laboratories, zoos, wildlife aviaries, and rehabilitation centres. It will also be of great interest to poultry production, zoology, wildlife and veterinary students.
The Welfare of Farmed Ratites
by Irek Malecki Christine Lunam Phil GlatzThis volume reviews, for the first time, the broad range of issues that affect the welfare of commercially farmed ratites. Although ratites incorporate several families of flightless birds this book focuses on the most commonly farmed ratites, the ostrich, emu and rhea. The readers are taken on a journey through all sectors of the industry, which include breeding, incubation, hatching, brooding, rearing, growth, transport and processing, with an emphasis on husbandry and management protocols that can impact bird welfare and health. Also discussed is the structure and sensory innervation of the skin and digits of the birds, and the potential welfare implications of industry practices on these structures. Each chapter in this volume focuses on a particular aspect of the commercial farming of ratites with contributing authors from a broad range of disciplines.