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Wilma's World: Good Advice from a Good Dog
by Rae DunnWelcome to Wilma's World, where life is full of joy and adventure lies around every corner. This charming book of photographs celebrates the wise insights of a special dog whose musings remind us to slow down and see the beauty in simple things. Wilma's handmade style and playful personality will inspire adventurous spirits everywhere.
Wilson and Miss Lovely: A Back-to-School Mystery
by John StadlerA charming school story with a twist--new from John Stadler!Wilson had just finished his first week of school and could not wait for the next one to begin. He was very fond of his new teacher, Miss Lovely. But something was wrong that day--very wrong. There were no school buses, the school itself was empty, and something strange was approaching. Undeterred and ever-hopeful that he would see Miss Lovely soon, Wilson went through his normal school day alone--he did his math lesson alone, his science lesson alone, sent himself to the principal's office when he was naughty, and more, but still . . . something was approaching.Stadler skillfully uses gatefold flaps to keep the suspense mounting until we find out just who--or what--was approaching.Readers will love following Wilson and his day at school right out of a Twilight Zone episode in this funny, sweet, and sometimes scary story.
Wilson and Woody
by Hayley MayDogs who can talk? Surely not! But what if they could? Have you ever wondered what a dog might have to say? The truth is, dogs have a whole lot to share! From alien invasions (or are they really aliens?) to the challenges of being Superwoman or even a Vampire, these canine companions have seen it all. They’ve experienced the thrill of cold, white dust and pondered the mystery of those so-called uncomfortable beds. Wilson’s life is turned upside down time and time again, but with a little love and brotherhood, he starts to see things differently. Meanwhile, Woody, the master of trouble and mischief, leads the pack in all sorts of shenanigans, but just how big is his heart? Troublesome or entertaining? Sleepy or playful? Mischievous or endearing? Dive into Wilson and Woody’s world, where not a day goes by without an adventure, a run-in with the postman, some fox poop, or even a loaf of bread… Sour Dough to be precise! Get ready to experience life through the eyes of these unforgettable canine characters.
Wilson the Worrier
by Carol GreathouseWilson is a worrier. His sister, Katrina, never seems to worry about anything. That is, until they get to the park.
Wind Dancer
by Chris PlattCan a rescued horse help Ali get through to her brother, who has returned from Afghanistan with PTSD? Ali used to love horses. But that was before the accident, when she was injured and her pony died. Before her brother Danny joined the military. Now Danny has returned from Afghanistan. He&’s learning to walk with the prosthetic that has replaced one of his legs, but he can&’t seem to find a way to reconnect with family and friends. Withdrawn and quick to anger, Danny suffers from terrible nightmares and frightening mood changes. When Ali realizes that an elderly neighbor has been neglecting her horses, she decides she has to act. Can Ali rise above her painful memories and love a horse again? And can Wind Dancer, also injured and traumatized, help Danny rediscover meaning in his life?
Wind Dancers #12: Magic Horses--or Not?
by Tara Larsen Chang Sibley Miller Jo GershmanThe Wind Dancers--Kona, Brisa, Sumatra, and Sirocco--are back with four more full-color illustrated titles sure to delight the imaginations of horse-loving little girls everywhere.Wanting to be loved the way real, big horses are, the Wind Dancers carelessly wish away their magic. Now they have to act all grown up (and do things that regular horses do, like go to the vet, and put on horseshoes), even though they are still pint-sized and still invisible to people!For bonus information, contests, and more Wind Dancers fun, visit the Breyer Wind Dancers website.
Wind Dancers #5: Heads Up, Horses!
by Sibley MillerThe Wind Dancers--Kona, Brisa, Sumatra, and Sirocco--are back with four more full-color illustrated titles sure to delight the imaginations of horse-loving little girls everywhere.The four Wind Dancers are a team--they're family. That is, until Kona, the leader of the quartet, who might just be a little competitive, decides to break up the foursome for a soccer game with the real-life horses, because winning at all costs is what matters. Or does it?
Wind Dancers #6: Horses Her Way
by Tara Larsen Chang Sibley Miller Jo GershmanThe Wind Dancers--Kona, Brisa, Sumatra, and Sirocco--are back with four more full-color illustrated titles sure to delight the imaginations of horse-loving little girls everywhere.Beautiful Brisa, with her sunset-pink coat and blonde mane and tail, happily sets out to make the world--and everything in it, including her fellow Wind Dancers--as lovely as she is. Sounds like a plan--that only one horse can love!
Wind Dancers #7: A Horse, Of Course!
by Sibley MillerInspired by Career Day at their neighboring school, the Wind Dancers decide to explore what they can do and be too--from a police horse to a performance horse, from a race horse to a ranch horse, with funny and surprising results.
Wind Dancers #8: Hungry as a Horse
by Sibley MillerThe Wind Dancers--Kona, Brisa, Sumatra, and Sirocco--are back with four more full-color illustrated titles sure to delight the imaginations of horse-loving little girls everywhere.Sirocco, the lone colt among a trio of fillies, is always hungry. Will he lose his appetite when his fellow Wind Dancers challenge him to learn to cook, or will he become a chef extraordinaire?
Wind Rider
by Susan WilliamsFern dreams of riding on a wild horse's back, as fleet as the wind. She makes pets of small animals and watches the bison herds as they pound over the endless grasses of the steppe. Chafing at the inequality of being female, she longs for the freedom her twin brother enjoys to run free in the wilderness. One day in early spring, Fern secretly rescues a young horse mired in the bog, names her Thunder, and tames her enough to ride. But the people of her tribe are distrustful of her bond with nature. Is she a witch? Fern's future looks bleak until a silent man in a rival tribe, known only as The Nameless One, teaches her about patience—and love.Susan Williams's lyrical prose makes this journey to prehistoric western Asia at once inspiring and heart wrenching.
Windborn (Guardian Herd #4)
by David Mcclellan Jennifer Lynn AlvarezPerfect for fans of the Warriors and the Guardians of Ga'Hoole series, the action-packed fourth and final book in this first arc of the Guardian Herd series follows Star and his nemesis, Nightwing, as they face off in an epic battle that will end everything. <P><P>Star and his friends have been through constant struggle, and now Star faces his toughest, most deadly challenge yet. Nightwing the Destroyer has captured all the pegasi of Anok, including Star's friends. And when Star learns of Nightwing's deadly plan for the captured herd, he knows the time has come to fight. <P><P>With no one to turn to but his enemy Frostfire, Star searches Anok with Frostfire to track down Nightwing. And as a violent storm approaches, Star and Nightwing face off amid quaking lands, dangerous winds, and blazing fires, in a battle to end all battles--and one that will determine the fate of all the pegasi in Anok.
Windchaser (Dinotopia Series)
by Scott CiencinDinotopia--a land where intelligent dinosaurs and shipwrecked humans have built a land of mystical beauty. Two boys are stranded and one has a dark plan in mind for Dinotopia.
Window Fishing
by DK DysonA heartwarming story about finding joy in art and intergenerational friendship illustrated by Caldecott Honor artist Rudy Gutierrez.Rudeday dreams of creating art that brings people joy but instead, he paints to pay the bills. His days and nights are long, until one day he hears a Tap! Tap! Tap! at his window. What could it be? Rudeday sees a piece of string with a paper clip tied to the end of it, coming from the apartment upstairs. Rudeday has a brilliant idea. Rudeday carefully paints a fish and attaches it to the paper clip, starting a window-fishing exchange with a little boy upstairs. The pair swap paper fishes back and forth every day. Rudeday is finally painting for fun but he wonders if he will ever meet his window-fishing friend. A heartwarming story that celebrates art, friendship, and community that is sure to pull at your heartstrings.
Windy Creek Stables: Presley and the Impossible Dream (Windy Creek Stables)
by Kaitlyn Sage Patterson"A sure-fire hit for horse lovers!" —KirkusPresley and the Impossible Dream is the first book in the middle grade Windy Creek Stables series set at a rural Virginia riding school — a 21st-century Saddle Club, full of authentic detail, realistic drama, and tons of heart.Presley's life is pretty great - she has a loving family, friends at school, and plenty of rambunctious rescue pets. There's just one little problem . . . She's never gotten to ride a horse. And her mom has banned her from ever, ever, ever getting on one.And sure, Presley knows riding can be a little dangerous, and a little expensive, but she’s loved horses for as long as she can remember. She’s read every book in the library about horses and horsemanship, she watches professional horse competitions on the internet, and she’s always dreamed about learning to ride. So when she gets the opportunity to tag along with her stepdad on a vet visit to Windy Creek Stables, she jumps at the chance.And even after a surprise run in with Harper, a popular girl who's never given Presley a second glance, Windy Creek is everything she thought it would be . . . except, well, maybe it's a little messy? Clean and dirty saddle pads are all jumbled together, and there’s a tangle of bridles hanging on a hook in the corner. Which gives Presley the perfect idea: In exchange for cleaning stalls and helping around the barn after school, Tracie, the stable owner, will give her lessons—if she can get her mom to agree to the deal.
Windy Webley
by K M PeytonWebley is a fine black army horse, ridden by a soldier called Fred. But he is not a very GOOD army horse. When he gets bored, he crosses his eyes, drops his ears out sideways and hangs his tongue out. And when he gets very bored, he lifts his tail and makes a very rude noise . . .A delightful and light-hearted horsey tale, perfect for young readers.
Windy Webley
by K. M. PeytonWebley is a fine black army horse, ridden by a soldier called Fred. But he is not a very GOOD army horse. When he gets bored, he crosses his eyes, drops his ears out sideways and hangs his tongue out. And when he gets very bored, he lifts his tail and makes a rude noise. . . A delightful and light-hearted horsey tale.
Wingbearer (Wingbearer #1)
by Marjorie LiuA young girl must stop a threat to her magical world in this epic graphic novel from New York Times bestselling author Marjorie Liu and remarkable debut illustrator Teny Issakhanian. Zuli is extraordinary—she just doesn’t realize it yet. Raised by mystical bird spirits in the branches of the Great Tree, she’s never ventured beyond this safe haven. She’s never had to. Until now.When a sinister force threatens the life-giving magic of the tree, Zuli, along with her guardian owl, Frowly, must get to the root of it. So begins an adventure bigger than anything Zuli could’ve ever imagined—one that will bring her, along with some newfound friends, face-to-face with an ancient dragon, the so-called Witch-Queen, and most surprisingly of all: her true identity.This captivating middle grade graphic novel, the first of a series, is perfect for fans of the Amulet books and the Wings of Fire series.A Junior Library Guild Selection * A New England Book Award Finalist * An ALSC Graphic Novel Selection *
Wingbeats and Heartbeats
by Dave BooksWingbeats and Heartbeats is a wingshooter's odyssey to the wild places where, at the end of the day, the companionship of faithful gun dogs and good friends matters more than a bulging game bag. In this sometimes humorous and sometimes poignant collection of essays, Dave Books celebrates a time-honored connection to the land and the hard-earned hunting rewards of an outdoor life. Through these essays, readers tag along on adventures in the forests of Wisconsin and Minnesota, the fields of Iowa and North Dakota, the prairies of eastern Montana and Nebraska, the mountains of western Montana and Idaho, and the deserts of Arizona. Books also writes of the game birds that hunters pursue and admire: grouse, quail, woodcock, doves, chukars, Hungarian partridge, and waterfowl. A heartfelt tribute to the freedom and magic of the hunt, Wingbeats and Heartbeats is a book that has much to say about work and fun, success and failure, and the sights, sounds, and smells of a day afield.
Winged Obsession: The Pursuit of the World's Most Notorious Butterfly Smuggler
by Jessica SpeartOne of the world's most beautiful endangered species, butterflies are as lucrative as gorillas, pandas, and rhinos on the black market. In this cutthroat $200 million business, no one was more successful—or posed a greater ecological danger—than Yoshi Kojima, the kingpin of butterfly smugglers.In Winged Obsession, author Jessica Speart tells the riveting true story of rookie U.S. Fish and Wildlife Agent Ed Newcomer's determined crusade to halt the career of a brazen and ingenious criminal with an almost supernatural sixth sense for survival. But the story doesn't end there. Speart chronicles her own attempts, while researching the book, to befriend Kojima before betraying him—unaware that the cagey smuggler had his own plans to make the writer a player in his illegal butterfly trade.
Winging It
by Jenny GardinerA hilarious and poignant cautionary tale about two very different types of creatures, thrown together by fate, who learn to make the best of a challenging situation -- feather by feather. Like many new bird owners, Jenny and Scott Gardiner hoped for a smart, talkative, friendly companion. Instead, as they took on the unexpected task of raising a curmudgeonly wild African gray parrot and a newborn, they learned an important lesson: parrothood is way harder than parenthood. A gift from Scott's brother who was living in Zaire, Graycie arrived scrawny, pissed-off, and missing a lot of her feathers -- definitely not the Polly-wants-a-cracker type the Gardiners anticipated. Every day became a constant game of chicken with a bird that would do anything to ruffle their feathers. The old adage about not biting the hand that feeds you -- literally -- never applied to Graycie. But Jenny and Scott learned to adapt as the family grew to three children, a menagerie of dogs and cats, and, of course, Graycie. In this laugh-out-loud funny and touching memoir, Jenny vividly shares the many hazards of parrot ownership, from the endless avian latrine duty and the joyful day the bird learned to mimic the sound of the smoke detector, to the multiple ways a beak can pierce human flesh. Graycie is a court jester, a karaoke partner, an unusual audio record of their family history, and, at times, a nemesis. But most of all, she has taught the family volumes about tolerance, going with the flow, and realizing that you can no sooner make your child fit into a mold than you can turn a wild parrot into a docile house pet. Winging It is an utterly engrossing reminder of the importance of patience, loyalty, and humor when it comes to dealing with even the most unpleasant members of the family.
Wings (Fountas & Pinnell LLI Blue #Level B)
by Melanie MitchellProvides a simple introduction to the different types of wings, including the wings of a bird, bee, bat, and owl.
Wings For Wyatt (Tales Of Sasha #6)
by Alexa Pearl Paco SordoIn book 6 of the Tales of Sasha series, Sasha and Wyatt try to find a way to get Wyatt to the Island of Flying Horses. <p><p> Sasha's better-than-best friend Wyatt wants to come along once he finds out about her trip to visit the island where royal flying horses live. But the island is far away and Wyatt can't fly. Can Sasha come up with a way to take Wyatt with her?
Wings That Shine (Enchanted Pony Academy #2)
by Lisa Ann ScottIn this fantasy tale, a magical pony must find the courage within herself to step forward and save her school.Welcome to the Enchanted Pony Academy, where glittery ponies learn how to use their magic!Skydancer can talk to any animal with wings—a very useful Glitter Gift, and one she’s always enjoyed (having your mane braided by birds is fun!).But when she stumbles upon a dragon at the edge of the Enchanted Pony Academy grounds, Skydancer is terrified. Can she be brave enough to use her Gift and convince the dragon to go away . . . before everything goes up in flames?
Wings in the Lodge (Fountas & Pinnell Classroom, Guided Reading Grade 3)
by Craig Orback Andrea TardiffNIMAC-sourced textbook