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Jonah the Whale
by Susan ShreveTo cope with the taunts of his schoolmates, lonely, overweight Jonah escapes into the fantasy of being a talk show host named "Jonah the Whale", and creates a new identity for himself.
Jonah: The Runaway Preacher
by Carine MackenzieThe story of Jonah is accurately retold from the Bible (From the book of Jonah). The Bibletime series by Carine Mackenzie have been praised for their accurate retelling of great bible stories. This timeless collection has been printed in many languages throughout the world and sold in their millions. They can be read over and over again.
Jonas Brothers: Your Unofficial Guide to the Iconic Pop Siblings (Idols of Pop)
by Malcolm MackenzieBook two in the Idols of Pop series, Idols of Pop: The Jonas Brothers, is an essential fan-focused guide to the latest and greatest icons in pop music: the Jonas Brothers! This 64-page book features full-color candid and professional photos with the Jonas Brothers front and center. Packed with personal takes on life, love, music and more, Idols of Pop: Jonas Brothers is your guide to one of the hottest pop groups in the world today.
Jonathan Cleaned Up—Then He Heard a Sound
by Robert Munsch Michael MartchenkoJonathan's efforts to keep his apartment clean are foiled when a subway unexpectedly stops in and unloads thousands of passengers. Jonathan sets out on a surprising adventure to solve this curious problem.
Jonathan Ive: Designer of the Ipod (Innovators)
by Kris HirschmannThe Inventors and Creators series examines the fascinating life stories of some of the world's most interesting innovators in science, the arts, technology, and other fields. These short biographies will inform and inspire young readers. Each book includes an annotated bibliography, glossary, and index.
Jonathan and Sarah: An Uncommon Union
by Edna GerstnerThis delightful novel, written many years ago, is an insightful and poignant story detailing a portion of the life of Jonathan and Sarah Edwards during their missionary years in Stockbridge, Massachusetts. We are charmed from the beginning by such an intimate and captivating glimpse into the private family life of one of history's most significant figures. Much of the information was taken from the actual diaries of the Edwards family to enhance the accuracy of this moving account of their life together. Through this story we gain a fuller picture of the character of the great Edwards, seen as a devoted and loving family man.portion of the life of Jonathan and Sarah Edwards during their missionary years in Stockbridge, Massachusetts. We are charmed from the beginning by such an intimate and captivating glimpse into the private family life of one of history's most significant figures. Much of the information was taken from the actual diaries of the Edwards family to enhance the accuracy of this moving account of their life together. Through this story we gain a fuller picture of the character of the great Edwards, seen as a devoted and loving family man.
Jonathan limpió . . . luego un ruido escuchó
by Robert Munsch Michael MartchenkoLos esfuerzos de Jonathan por mantener su apartamento limpio se ven arruinados cuando de pronto llega un tren subterráneo a su hogar y de él se bajan miles de pasajeros. Jonathan se embarca en una sorprendente aventura para resolver este curioso problema. Este es un libro electrónico de diseño fijo, que mantiene el mismo diseño y formato de la edición impresa del mismo libro.
Jonathan's Journey to Mount Miapu
by Ellen Wolfson ValladaresWhen 10-year-old Jonathan, who has an intense fear of the dark, gets lost on a mysterious mountain, his magical adventures lead him to discover that he has special abilities. A Mom&’s Choice® Gold Recipient and Coalition of Visionary Resources Book of the Year.
Jonesy Flux and the Gray Legion (Jonesy Flux #1)
by James PrayFilled with excitement, danger, and daring, Jonesy Flux and the Gray Legion is a classic space adventure with deliberate retro trappings. Enter Canary Station, in the Noraza system, where many died and only a few were left alive. Jonesy is one of a pack of children still living there after the station was brutally destroyed by a mysterious ship and an invasive computer virus. Separated from their families during the evacuation, these intrepid kids have bonded and survived, making the most of what remains, repairing what they can, and planning for a rescue. One day, as Jonesy salvages in a forbidden section of the station, an accident unleashes strange powers within her. Unfortunately, this burst of energy immediately attracts a malevolent group of adults eager to grab the source of this flare. They kidnap everyone except for Jonesy, who uses her newfound power to stay hidden during the invasion. Now it&’s up to her to figure out how to escape the station, rescue her friends, and reunite with her family, all while learning to harness her mysterious new powers.
Jonny Lambert's Bear and Bird: Even Bears Get Nervous Before Starting School (The Bear and the Bird)
by Jonny LambertA delightful picture book now in ebook format for little ones, that follows Bear and Bird and shows children that school is nothing to fear.Meet Bear and his best friend Bird, as they face their first day at school. They can be shy when meeting new people and are worried that they won't fit in. Will their classmates like them? Is school really as scary as it seems? Join Bear and Bird on their next adventure as they brave their first day of school and try their hardest to make friends. With captivating illustrations by the popular artist Jonny Lambert, and a delightful narrative, this ebook is sure to enchant its little readers and ease any first day nerves they might have. The third book in the charming Bear and Bird series, Bear and Bird: Make Friends gently introduces toddlers to friendship and the feelings that come with starting school.Perfect for adults and children to read together, this story will make for a wonderful read. So come and join the fun!
Jonny Lambert's Bear and Bird: Learn to Share (The Bear and the Bird)
by Jonny LambertJourney through the forest with Huxley and Bluebird, and introduce your toddlers to the idea of friendship and sharing with others.Meet Huxley, the lovable and rather hungry bear. It is beginning to snow, which means it is almost time to hibernate. So Huxley, Bluebird, and their friends must set out to collect food to get them through the Winter. But Huxley is really hungry, and wants all the food to himself. Is there enough food for everyone?Follow Huxley and Bluebird on their adventure through the freezing forest to collect food for hibernation. With stunning illustrations by renowned artist Jonny Lambert, and an enchanting story, this picture book is perfect for adults and toddlers to share together. Huxley and the Bluebird teaches little ones vital life lessons about friendship and sharing with others, and gently introduces them to the idea of hibernation as well.So come and join the search with this magical bedtime story.
Jonny Lambert's Bear and Bird: Lend a Helping Hand (The Bear and the Bird)
by Jonny LambertJoin Bear and Bird on an inspiring journey to discover the true meaning of friendship.DK invites you on a fun-filled adventure with Bear and Bird, two best friends with hearts of gold, as they set out to teach young readers an important lesson in kindness and helping others. Bear and Bird have discovered a beautiful blooming flower, and are excited to plant it and watch it grow! With the love and support of their forest friends, Bear and Bird are able to work as a team and plant their lovely flower, and learn a trick or two about nature along the way!A heart-warming story for kids to enjoy, this pretty picture ebook features:-12 captivating spreads -Beautiful illustrations bringing all the key characters to life-Easy-to-read text and important vocabulary words to encourage early-learning -Heart-warming storylines with a strong underlying message Proving the perfect storybook for toddlers, Bear and Bird gently encourages conversation around helpfulness, kindness and friendship. Perfect for parents and children to read together, this friendship book is a must-have volume for any animal-lover's bookshelf, and encourages youngsters to go outside and stay active; whilst subtly introducing a diverse range of important topics, from how plants grow and why seasons change, to healthy eating and how to help a friend in need.At DK, we believe in the power of discovery. So why stop there?Renowned illustrator Jonny Lambert also brings you Bear and Bird - Learn to Share, another beautifully-illustrated storybook set to teach young readers that sharing is caring!Join the fun today!
Jonny Lambert's Bear and Bird: Try, Try Again (The Bear and the Bird)
by Jonny LambertJoin Bear and Bird as they learn how keeping going and not giving up means you&’ll get there in the end!Bear and his best friend, Bird have decided they want to learn how to ride a bike….and also a scooter, and how to get around on a pair of roller skates. But Bear usually walks everywhere and Bird flies, so they need to learn how to persevere at something that they don&’t get right first time. With captivating and comical illustrations by Jonny Lambert, and a delightful rhyming narrative, this picture book is sure to enchant its little readers and show by example the importance of perseverance. The perfect book for adults and children to read together, Bear and Bird: Try, Try Again gently introduces toddlers to a lifelong skill: persevering and not giving up.
Jonrones y perros calientes: Entre bastidores del día del juego de béisbol (Sports Illustrated Kids: día de juego)
by Martin Driscoll¿Crees que el béisbol de las grandes ligas comienza con el lanzamiento inicial? ¡Piensa otra vez! En este libro de Sports Illustrated Kids, irás detrás de escena de un día típico de juego en el béisbol profesional. Think big league baseball begins with the opening pitch? Think again! In this Sports Illustrated Kids book, go behind the scenes of a typical game day in professional baseball.
Jonty's Unicorn
by Rebecca FraserIn the quiet hamlet of Blaxby in the Kingdom of Irrawene, twelve-year-old Jonty Fairskye' s mother is gravely ill. A tonic from Dagatha, the fearsome witch who dwells in the dark heart of the Terrenwild Woods may be her only hope, but everyone knows Dagatha' s cures cost dearly— both in gold and regret.Determined to save her mother, Jonty resolves to enter the King' s Annual Horse Race on her beloved horse, Onyx. The prize, a pouch of gold— more than enough to pay Dagatha. When Jonty discovers Rose, an injured unicorn, during a woodland training session, she is wonderstruck. There hasn' t been a unicorn sighting in Irrawene for over a century. Jonty smuggles Rose back to the safety of her barn to recover. As the great horse race draws closer, disaster strikes and Jonty is forced to make a decision that will impact the lives of everyone she loves. Danger and betrayal lurk around every corner, and Jonty will learn that the true meaning of kindness and bravery comes down to how much you' re willing to sacrifice. Racing Stripes meets The Brothers Grimm in this page-turning fantasy for readers who love thrilling adventures filled with heart and humor.
Jop and Blip Wanna Know #1: And Other Excellent Questions (Jop and Blip Wanna Know #1)
by Jim Benton*Winner of the 2022 Pop Culture Classroom Excellence in Graphic Literature Award for Best Children’s Nonfiction!*Two curious robots seek the answers to life’s most pressing—and hilarious—questions in this full-color graphic novel series by Jim Benton, New York Times bestselling author and creator of Franny K. Stein and Catwad!Join Jop and Blip as they follow their curiosity and investigate these seemingly odd questions using their own brand of logic, critical thinking skills, STEM knowledge, and humor.• Can you hear a penguin fart on Mars?• What if you wanted a dragon sandwich?• Why do we need TWO ears?With Jop and Blip, everything is worth knowing! Perfect for fans of Dav Pilkey and Dan Gutman!
Joplin, Wishing
by Diane StanleyA heartfelt and magical middle grade novel in the tradition of Tuck Everlasting and Bridge to Terabithia, about family, wishes, and the power of true friends to work magic. While cleaning out her reclusive grandfather’s house, Joplin discovers pieces of a broken platter in a cookie tin. After having the platter repaired, Joplin wishes that she could both find a friend at school, and befriend the girl pictured in the platter. The next day, Joplin befriends a boy named Barrett, and also notices a girl outside her apartment. A girl who looks remarkably like the girl in the platter…The girl introduces herself as Sofie, and she has a terrible secret. Cursed to grant wishes for the owner of the platter for all of time, she has been trapped for centuries. Joplin and Barrett vow to help her, but freeing Sofie is more complicated than they could have imagined, and the three friends end up against a sinister foe who could put them all in terrible danger.
Jorah's Journal
by Judith CaseleyMoving brings a new home -- and new emotions. Jorah and her family have just moved. But Jorah didn't want to leave her friends, her school, and all the places she knew and loved. When Mama gives her a journal as a housewarming gift, Jorah knows just what to say: "I'm in my new bedroom now, and I'm not alone. This place has crickets. My old house didn't have any bugs at all.... I hate it here". But the smiling face of a new friend just might make it all bearable for the reluctant Jorah. Judith Caseley writes sensitively of a true-to-life experience -- one that will keep readers grinning from first page to happy end.
Jordan
by Anna Carew-MillerThough small and resource poor, the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan plays a crucial role in the affairs of the volatile Middle East. A moderate Arab country, Jordan borders not only Israel and the West Bank, but also Syria, Iraq, and Saudi Arabia. This strategic location- along with the nuanced and forward-looking foreign policy crafted by its longtime monarch, King Hussein, and carried on by his son and successor, King Abdullah II?has made Jordan a key to peace and stability in the Middle East.Domestically, Jordan faces many of the same economic hurdles developing nations all over the world must confront. But it also enjoys a tremendous advantage: a highly educated, adaptable workforce.
Jordan & Justine's Weekend Adventures: Go Go Green
by Tanille EdwardsJordan & Justine's Weekend AdventuresTM: Go Go Green takes children on an exciting, high-flying adventure as they learn to go green. Jordan and Justine are part of a Go Go Green campaign in their community, and they teach young readers about the environment, how to take steps to save energy, how to participate in their community, and why it is important to care about the earth! The multicultural cast of characters in this book explore how Native American culture uses the environment for resources and how modern living affects the environment. Children will also learn new words in Spanish. Also look for Jordan & Justine's Weekend Adventures: Wildlife Parts 1 & 2, ISBN: 978-0-9787302-4-6 & Jordan & Justine's Weekend Adventures: Plants Parts 1 & 2, ISBN: 978-0-9787302-4-6
Jordan & Justine's Weekend Adventures: Plantas Partes 1 & 2
by Tanille Edwards Latoya EdwardsJordan & Justine's Weekend Adventures: Plantas Partes 1 y 2 es una gira educacional explorando el crecimiento de las plantas, la historia del maní, saludables hábitos de comida, fotosíntesis y relaciones familiares. Jordan & Justine's Weekend AdventuresT: Plantas Partes 1 y 2 is an educational ride exploring plant growth, the history of peanuts, healthy eating habits, photosynthesis and family relationships.
Jordan & Justine's Weekend Adventures: Plants Parts 1 & 2
by Tanille Edwards Latoya EdwardsJordan & Justine's Weekend Adventures: Plants Parts 1 & 2 is an exciting educational ride exploring plant growth, the history of peanuts, healthy eating habits, photosynthesis and family relationships. Jordan and Justine start out by helping their mother in her garden one Saturday morning to plant pumpkin seeds. From there, the brother and sister pair learn how seeds sprout into plants, the health benefits of pumpkins, the history of peanuts, how to research on the internet and then they use their magical powers to get an up close look at photosynthesis. Jordan and Justine's Weekend Adventures inspire children to learn about science, to love their families, to be confident and to use their imaginations!
Jordan & Justine's Weekend Adventures: Wildlife Parts 1 & 2
by Tanille Edwards Latoya EdwardsJordan & Justine's Weekend AdventuresTM: Wildlife Parts 1 & 2 brings children right into the center of animal life at a wildlife conservation center. The brother and sister pair, Jordan & Justine, and their two friends, Raj and Ling, learn how koalas live, what it means when an animal is said to be endangered, and how humans can help. Jordan and Justine use their magical powers to explore the world of dolphins, to find out how laws can protect wildlife, and to learn what it means to be a mammal. Perfect for children ages 7 to 9. Also look for Jordan & Justine's Weekend AdventuresTM: Plants Parts 1 & 2, ISBN: 978-0-9787302-4-6, at your local bookstore or online at retailers everywhere. Children love to explore plant growth, healthy eating habits, and photosynthesis with Jordan and Justine in this fun book!
Jordan J and the Truth About Jordan J: The Kids Under the Stairs (The Kids Under the Stairs #3)
by K.A. HoltThis laugh-out-loud, honest novel-in-verse from award-winning author K.A. Holt tells the story of Jordan J—an opinionated middle schooler trying to find his place at school, at home, and even on the dance floor.Jordan J has a lot to say.Most people—including his parents, his teacher, the kids under the stairs, and even his own self—don't understand why he says all the things he says. It's probably the reason he's managed to earn a personal grudge from the school's dance team, the Hart Rocketeers, who are outraged by his brutally honest dance reviews in the school newspaper.Basically the only thing he can concentrate on these days is performing on his favorite dance show, Fierce Across America. But with his mom's recent unemployment and money being so tight at home, his dreams are crashing. Suddenly, an opportunity arises in the form of Casey Price, the only Rocketeer who doesn't hate his guts. With her help, Jordan J just might have the chance to showcase his electric moves on national TV. But as he starts spending more time with Casey and less with his old friends, Jordan J begins to wonder how he can ever make everyone happy—including himself.With a lovable cast of characters, never-before-seen dance moves, and bighearted passion, this exhilarating, laugh-out-loud novel-in-verse tells an honest, authentic story about friendship, dance, and self-confidence that celebrates different types of intelligence and shows how every kid deserves to become their own "divergent" self.This third book in K.A. Holt's The Kids Under the Stairs series, Jordon J and the Truth About Jordan J will appeal to fans of House Arrest, Rhyme Schemer, and Knockout, in addition to fans of Jason Reynolds's Track series.RENOWNED AUTHOR: K.A. Holt's books have been nominated for awards in more than 30 states. She is a trusted name and a favorite for middle grade readers!PERFECT FOR RELUCTANT READERS: This book is written in free verse and includes a variety of other elements—chat logs, bullet-pointed lists, newspaper articles, and illustrations—welcoming readers It all different types of readers. The characters in the book also struggle with reading, but they are not shamed or looked down on for it, so readers with similar issues will feel understood.VIDEO GAME APPEAL: The characters in the book play Sandbox, which readers will instantly recognize as a fictionalized version of Minecraft, an immensely popular game. Playing Sandbox is depicted as both cool and educational, which will uplift rather than shame young readers for playing video games.Perfect for:Reluctant readersVideo gamersFans of K.A. HoltTeachers, educators, and librarians
Jordan Spieth: Golf Star (Biggest Names In Sports (hardcover) Ser.)
by Marty GitlinIntroduces readers to the life and career of star golfer Jordan Spieth. Colorful spreads, fun facts, interesting sidebars, and a map of important places in his life make this a thrilling read for young sports fans.