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La increíble historia de... la abuela gánster ataca de nuevo (Serie David Walliams #Volumen)
by David Walliams¡VUELVE LA ABUELA GÁNSTER! HUMOR Y AVENTURAS DE LA MANO DEL AUTOR NÚMERO 1 La abuela de Ben era lo más: no solo era una gran cocinera de sopa de repollo... sino que, en secreto y bajo el nombre Gato Negro, ¡era la mayor ladrona de joyas de la historia! Ahora la abuela de Ben ya no está, pero, de repente, sucede algo inexplicable:*Alguien está robando los mayores tesoros del mundo. *Todas las pistas apuntan a Gato Negro. Pero... eso es imposible, ¿no? ¡Es hora de que Ben resuelva el misterio!¡No te pierdas el segundo libro de la abuela más divertida del mundo!
La increíble historia de... la Operación Plátano
by David WalliamsLlega la historia más loca de Walliams: una increíble amistad entre un niño y una gorila. ¡Aventura y diversión aseguradas! HUMOR Y AVENTURAS DE LA MANO DEL AUTOR NÚMERO 1 EN EL MUNDO ALERTA EN LONDRES: ¡Sálvese quien pueda! La ciudad está en peligro, por eso Eric tiene que rescatar a Priscila, su mejor amiga. Está en el zoo, pero no es una trabajadora... es un ser mucho más peludo: ¡es una gorila! Juntos consiguen huir, pero tendrán que esconderse en los sitios más extraños… ¡Incluso en un submarino! ¿Acaso se han convertido en superespías? Ha llegado el momento de pasar a la acción: ¡es la hora de la Operación Plátano!
La increíble historia de... El mago del balón
by David WalliamsHumor y aventuras de la mano del autor número 1 en Inglaterra Dennis es un chico normal con dos talentos extraordinarios. Uno lo conoce todo el mundo: el fútbol. El otro es un secreto... ¡Atrévete a descubrirlo! La opinión de la crítica:«Walliams continúa con la tradición irreverente y desternillante de Roald Dahl.»Courier Mail «Divertida y conmovedora.»Observer
La increíble historia de... El papá bandido
by David WalliamsEsta es la increíble historia de Gilbert y de su papá... ¡que es ladrón! Humor y aventuras de la mano del autor número 1 en Inglaterra. Hay padres de todo tipo: gorditos, delgados, altísimos, bajitos, divertidos, súper estrictos, chillones, callados... Y por supuesto, hay padres buenos, y padres no tan buenos. Cuando Gilbert termina en la cárcel por ser cómplice de un robo, a su hijo Frank no le queda más remedio que tramar un plan para rescatarle y devolver el dinero que ha robado. Pero, ¿cómo se quitará de encima al terrible mafioso que les persigue?
La increíble historia de... El slime gigante
by David WalliamsLa mejor combinación: el humor de David Walliams con la locura actual por el slime. ¡Aventura y diversión aseguradas! ¡Bienvenidos a la Isla de Boñiga! Aquí viven 999 habitantes, ni uno más ni uno menos, y es un lugar en el que los adultos son lo peor... ¡solo quieren que los niños se aburran! Cuando parecía que nada podría cambiarlo, Ned consigue un nuevo mejor amigo capaz de hacer que el aburrimiento desaparezca. Pero este amigo no es de carne y hueso… ¡es un slime! Y tampoco es un slime cualquiera: ¡es un slime capaz de transformarse gracias al superpoder del SLIMEPOWER! ¿Podrá el slime traer la diversión de vuelta a la isla?
El increible niño menguante (Serie Stink #Volumen 1)
by Megan McDonaldDescubre al hermano de Judy Moody Menguar, menguado... ¡menguante! Cada mañana Judy Moody mide a su hermano Stink y ve que siempre mide lo mismo: noventa y siete centímetros. Hasta el tritón, que es la mascota de la clase, crece más deprisa que él. Pero un día comprueba en la cinta métrica que Stink ¡mide casi medio centímetro menos! ¿Cómo puede ser? ¿Es que Stink está encogiendo? Así comienza Stink. El increíble niño menguante:¡Bajo!¡Más bajo!¡Bajísimo! Stink era bajo. Canijo, pequeño, enano. Pequeño como una pulga, enano como una quisquilla.
El increible Rompemandíbulas Supergaláctico (Serie Stink #Volumen 2)
by Megan McDonaldDescubre al hermano de Judy Moody ¡Loco! ¡Loquísimo! ¡El más loco! El increíble caramelo Rompemandíbulas Supergaláctico que Stink se ha comprado no funciona: no le ha roto la mandíbula. Pero Stink escribirá una carta para quejarse y recibirá a cambio... ¡una fantástica respuesta! Le envían (gratis) una enorme caja llena de caramelos y dulces. Lo malo es que decide escribir más y más cartas, y... ¡eso traerá algunas consecuencias! Así comienza Stink y el increíble Rompemandíbulas Supergaláctico:¡Enorme!¡Supercolosal!¡Intergaláctico! Stink se encontraba en el mismo centro de la supertienda de chuches «El silbato». A su alrededor se sucedían estanterías y estanterías repletas de bolas de anís, de monedas de chocolate de un dólar (que costaban 40 céntimos), de fresas de azúcar roja, de gominolas gigantes de colores, de ositos de regaliz, de colmillos de dulce, de ojos de caramelo, de gotitas de limón...
Las increíbles aventuras de una chica común (¡Arriba la Lectura!, Level P #18)
by Tim Kinard Julie OlsonLara Schuff es una joven de once años, excelente en deletreo y, bueno, algo rara. A ella no le gusta serlo, quiere ser como todo el mundo. En otras palabras, Lara quiere ser común. Así que se le ocurre un plan. Pero su plan se ve interrumpido cuando una nueva chica llega a su clase. Pronto, Lara aprende que ser rara puede ser maravilloso. NIMAC-sourced textbook
Los increíbles destructores de récords
by Jenny PearsonUna alocada aventura repleta de buen rollo, humor y récords mundiales Guinness Lucy es experta en reparar todo tipo de cosas, pero hay una cosas que no puede arreglar: la infelicidad de su madre. Hasta que se le ocurre un plan INCREÍBLE. Junto con su mejor amigo, Sandesh, Lucy va a BATIR un récord mundial. Lucy está convencida de que, si reconecta a su madre con Paul Castellini, presentador de DESTRUCTORES DE RÉCORDS y leyenda de la música, ¡todo volverá a ir bien! Pero batir un récord mundial para llegar a su programa cuando hay sandías, kumquats, dos malotes y una regla del cole irrompible de 30 cm de por medio no es tan fácil como pensaba. ¿Podrá Lucy aprender que a veces no existe un plan para conseguir la felicidad? Una alocada aventura para partirse de risa sobre la importancia de la esperanza, la amistad y la felicidad.
Incrível semana de Matt
by Martin LundqvistUma semana agitada de ensino a um garoto sobre a vida. Matt é um menino de 6 anos que vive em Sydney com seus pais. Acompanhe Matt em uma semana cheia de amizade e futebol, bem como as questões existenciais da vida, como ciência vs religião e a perda de um ente querido, descritos por uma criança. Este livro seria apropriado para crianças entre 5 e 9 anos.
Indelible
by Dawn MetcalfSome things are permanent. Indelible. And they cannot be changed back. Joy Malone learns this the night she sees a stranger with all-black eyes across a crowded room-right before the mystery boy tries to cut out her eye. Instead, the wound accidentally marks her as property of Indelible Ink, and this dangerous mistake thrusts Joy into an incomprehensible world-a world of monsters at the window, glowing girls on the doorstep and a life that will never be the same. Now, Joy must pretend to be Ink's chosen one-his helper, his love, his something for the foreseeable future...and failure to be convincing means a painful death for them both. Swept into a world of monsters, illusion, immortal honor and revenge, Joy discovers that sometimes, there are no mistakes. Somewhere between reality and myth lies... THE TWIXT
Indelible Ann: The Larger-Than-Life Story of Governor Ann Richards
by Meghan P. BrowneA folksy, larger-than-life picture book biography about Ann Richards, the late governor of Texas who has inspired countless women in politics today.Dorothy Ann Willis hailed from a small Texas town, but early on she found her voice and the guts to use it. During her childhood in San Diego and her high school years back in Texas (when she dropped the "Dorothy"), Ann discovered a spark and passion for civic duty. It led her all the way to Washington, DC, where she, along with other girls from around the country, learned about the business of politics. Fast forward to Ann taking on the political boys' club: she became county commissioner, then state treasurer, and finally governor of Texas. In this stunning picture book biography, full of vim, vigor, and folksy charm, two Texan creators take us through the life of the legendary "big mouth, big hair" governor of Texas, a woman who was inspired by Eleanor Roosevelt, and in turn became an inspiration to Hillary Clinton and countless others.
Independence Cake: A Revolutionary Confection Inspired by Amelia Simmons, Whose True History Is Unfortunately Unknown
by Deborah HopkinsonCelebrate American independence with this delightful picture book as you travel to Revolutionary America and meet the amazing Amelia Simmons: mother's helper, baker of delectable cakes, and soon-to-be authoress of the first American cookbook! Master of the historical fiction picture book Deborah Hopkinson takes us back to late eighteenth-century America and the discombobulated home of Mrs. Bean, mother of six strapping sons, who simply can't manage—until Amelia Simmons arrives and puts things in order. And how well she cooks—everything from flapjacks to bread pudding to pickled cucumbers! She even invents new recipes using American ingredients like winter squash. Best of all, she can bake, and to honor the brand-new president, George Washington, she presents him with thirteen Independence Cakes—one for each colony. "Delicious!" he proclaims. Author's Note and original recipe included! Praise for Abe Lincoln Crosses a Creek by Deborah Hopkinson: &“Abe Lincoln, a storyteller of great repute, would be hard-pressed to beat Hopkinson&’s considerable skills.&” —The Horn Book Magazine Praise for This Is My Dollhouse by Giselle Potter: "Celebrates the best of free play, capturing what it's like to be fully engaged and inspired." —The New York Times *&“Downright charming watercolor-and-ink illustrations invite close inspection.&” —Kirkus Reviews, Starred
Independence Day (Our Country's Holidays)
by Sheri DeanAmerica’s birthday is celebrated on July 4, a day when we think about how brave men and women risked their lives for freedom. In this book, readers learn why Independence Day is so important. Vivid, engaging photographs show how we celebrate it, and help bring young readers into the experience of this colorful, charming, and spirited holiday.
Independence Day (First Step Nonfiction Ser.)
by Robin NelsonA brief introduction to the history of Independence Day and how and why it is celebrated.
Independence Day (Holidays, Festivals, & Celebrations)
by Ann HeinrichsFireworks, parades, and picnics are just a few of the ways Americans commemorate their freedom every July. Colorful photos and engaging text tell the story of our struggle for independence from Great Britain.
Independence Day Resurgence Movie Novelization: Young Readers Edition
by Tracey WestPrepare for another alien invasion with this action-packed retelling of Independence Day: Resurgence that features an eight-page full-color insert with images from the film! Independence Day: Resurgence--starring Liam Hemsworth, Jeff Goldblum, and Vivica A. Fox--invades theaters on June 24, 2016 with an all-new adventure!We always knew they were coming back... Humans are fighters. Twenty years ago, we fought off an alien invasion, and against all odds, we won. We recovered alien technology. We built a global defense system. We trained more fighters. But now the aliens are back...and this time, they're stronger than they were before. Humankind will fight. But will humankind win? Find out in this epic retelling of Independence Day: Resurgence. Based on the Screenplay by Nicolas Wright & James A. Woods and Dean Devlin & Roland Emmerich and James Vanderbilt and the Story by Dean Devlin & Roland Emmerich and Nicolas Wright & James A. Woods and directed by Roland Emmerich. Based on Characters created by Dean Devlin & Roland Emmerich. INDEPENDENCE DAY: RESURGENCE TM & © 2016 Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation. All rights reserved.
Independence Day (Rookie Read-About Holidays)
by David F. MarxThis Rookie Read-About Holidays book introduces young readers to the history, parades, and fireworks of Independence Day. Colorful photos and simple text encourage children to read on their own--as they celebrate the birthday of the United States.
Independence Hall: All About the American Symbol (Smithsonian Little Explorer: Little Historian American Symbols)
by Jessica GundersonThe site of not only the signing of the Declaration of Independence but also the signing of the U.S. Constitution, Independence Hall could not be more appropriately named. Engaging facts and photos give young report writers a comprehensive tour of this American symbol, from early building blueprints to its relevance in today's world
Independence Hall: Birthplace of Freedom
by Hal MarcovitzSome of the most important documents in American history were composed and debated within the Pennsylvania State House, now known as Independence Hall. In 1776, the Second Continental Congress voted to approve the Declaration of Independence, which said that the American colonies would no longer be subject to the British rule. In 1787, Independence Hall hosted discussions for a new Constitution, which even today remains the foundation of government for the United States. The Liberty Bell, which once hung in the steeple of Independence Hall, has also become an important American symbol. Today, millions of people visit Independence Hall each year to celebrate the origins of America.
Independence Hall (I.Q. #1)
by Roland SmithTeenagers Q (Quest) and Angela are accompanying rockers Blaze and Roger on their U.S. tour. In Philadelphia, Angela realizes she's being followed, and Q soon learns the secret about Angela's real mother--a former Secret Service agent.
Independent Dames: What You Never Knew about the Women and Girls of the American Revolution
by Matt Faulkner Laurie Halse AndersonListen up! You've all heard about the great men who led and fought during the American Revolution; but did you know that the guys only make up part of the story? What about the women? The girls? The dames? Didn't they play a part? Of course they did, and with page after page of superbly researched information and thoughtfully detailed illustrations, acclaimed novelist and picture-book author Laurie Halse Anderson and charismatic illustrator Matt Faulkner prove the case in this entertaining, informative, and long overdue homage to those independent dames!
Independent Study
by Joelle CharbonneauIn the series debut The Testing, sixteen-year-old Cia Vale was chosen by the United Commonwealth government as one of the best and brightest graduates of all the colonies . . . a promising leader in the effort to revitalize postwar civilization. In Independent Study, Cia is a freshman at the University in Tosu City with her hometown sweetheart, Tomas--and though the government has tried to erase her memory of the brutal horrors of The Testing, Cia remembers. Her attempts to expose the ugly truth behind the government's murderous programs put her--and her loved ones--in a world of danger. But the future of the Commonwealth depends on her.
Indescribable: 100 Devotions for Kids About God and Science (Indescribable Kids)
by Louie GiglioDiscover the Wonders of the Universe with the CreatorIt’s impossible to out-imagine God. He orchestrates time, creates light, and speaks things into existence—from the largest stars to the smallest starfish. God is a powerful, purposeful, personal, unparalleled Creator.Psalm 19:1 says, “The heavens tell the glory of God. And the skies announce what his hands have made.”Indescribable displays the majesty of creation with scientific findings, photography, and original illustrations. These 100 devotions encourage awe at God’s creativity with an in-depth look at • Space, Galaxies, Planets, and Stars• Earth, Geology, Oceans, and Weather• Animals—from Hummingbirds to Dinosaurs• Our Minds, Bodies, and Imaginations Each devotion features a “Be Amazed” section with fascinating facts, hands-on activities, and a closing prayer. Based on Louie Giglio’s popular messages “Indescribable” and “How Great Is Our God,” Indescribable: 100 Devotions About God & Science will help kids discover the incredible creation of our indescribable God.
Indescribable Atlas Adventures: An Explorer's Guide to Geography, Animals, and Cultures Through God's Amazing World (Indescribable Kids)
by Louie GiglioWith more than 50 infographic maps, this illustrated world atlas for kids from bestselling author Louie Giglio will stretch your children's understanding of the world as they discover more about God, science, and His amazing world!Indescribable Atlas Adventures offers a self-guided tour for your favorite explorer throughout the seven continents and over 50 countries. Easy-to-read maps, more than 1,500 facts, and a world map that helps kids identify each continent and country will help your child to think globally and discover new insights into God's incredible creation. Each map includesan overview of each country's population, languages, and prominent features;key facts about the country's capital cities; neighboring countries; and the national bird, tree, and dish;notable people and their amazing achievements;the country's terrain, climate, wildlife, contributions to space exploration, cultural hallmarks, and Christian faith traditions; andbiblical and inspirational pieces, like devotional thoughts, prayers, and Bible verses that highlight how amazing God and His world are.Indescribable Atlas Adventures is for ages 6 to 10 and spotlights several fascinating ecosystems, like the Sahara, Amazon, and Great Barrier Reef. This book has a large trim size to help kids explore fun details on each page and is a perfect "my first atlas of the world" gift for curious kids.Check out these other books from Pastor Louie's Indescribable Kids series, which has sold more than a million copies:IndescribableHow Great Is Our GodThe Wonder of CreationIndescribable for Little OnesIndescribable Activity Book for Kids