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Platypus (Nature's Children)
by Amanda HarmanHow are platypuses like birds and reptiles? Where do platypuses live? What do platypuses eat? Find the answers to these questions, and learn much more about the physical characteristics, behavior, habitat, and life of the platypus.
Platypus Police Squad: Last Panda Standing
by Jarrett J. KrosoczkaFrom Jarrett J. Krosoczka comes Last Panda Standing, the third installment in the hilarious, high-action illustrated middle grade series featuring two platypus detectives, perfect for fans of Diary of a Wimpy Kid, Big Nate, and Jarrett's own Lunch Lady series.The Kalamazoo City mayoral race is heating up, and Frank Pandini Jr. has been threatened by a mysterious assailant. He requests a special Platypus Police Squad protection detail: Detective Rick Zengo. This leaves O'Malley to be partnered up with Jo Cooper, the newest detective on the force. Can Zengo get to the bottom of the attacks--without O'Malley backing him up?
Platypus Police Squad: Never Say Narwhal
by Jarrett J. KrosoczkaFrom Jarrett J. Krosoczka comes Never Say Narwhal, the final installment in the hilarious, high-action illustrated middle grade series featuring two platypus detectives, perfect for fans of Diary of a Wimpy Kid, Big Nate, and Jarrett's own Lunch Lady series.Frank Pandini Jr. is the mayor of Kalamazoo City, and everyone is celebrating--everyone except for Zengo, O'Malley, and Cooper, who can't seem to close a single case. To make matters worse, a mysterious hulking shadow has appeared in waters around KC. Could this spell the end for the Platypus Police Squad?
Platypus Police Squad: The Frog Who Croaked
by Jarrett J. KrosoczkaFrom the Files of the Platypus Police SquadCase #1138Detectives of record: Rick Zengo and Corey OMalleyCase brief: A local schoolteacher is missing, and the only thing fishier than the circumstances surrounding his disappearance is the smell coming from the bag he left behind. All clues point to billionaire businessman Frank Pandini Jr. --but why would Pandini get his paws into the illegal fish trade?
Platypus Police Squad: The Ostrich Conspiracy
by Jarrett J. KrosoczkaJarrett J. Krosoczka is back with The Ostrich Conspiracy, the second installment in a fast-paced, action-packed, and hilarious middle-grade series featuring two platypus detectives, perfect for fans of Diary of a Wimpy Kid, Big Nate, and Lunch Lady.The opening of the Kalamazoo City Dome--the world's largest indoor amusement complex--has everyone in the city buzzing, especially because it's going to be the shooting site for Chase Mercy's new blockbuster film. But that's when things start to go haywire. Who would want to sabotage the Dome, and why? Detectives Rick Zengo and Corey O'Malley are on the case!
Platypus Promises
by Julie PanagirisA wild romp through the Australian bush as one man seeks to fulfill his dream of meeting a platypus. This vibrant adventure brings to life some of Australia’s most beloved animals. Written in rhyming verse, this delightful tale will have you hooked from beginning to end.
Platypus! (Step into Reading)
by Paul Mirocha Ginjer L. ClarkeDive and swim. Spin and swoop. The platypus loves to play!Beginning readers will dive right into this simple, Step 2 nonfiction book about one of the most unique animals on earth.
Play (Look at This!)
by Ifeoma OnyefuluHopscotch, cat's cradle, the mud game, football, Waly. ... a first words book The author has played all of the games shown in this book, and children will enjoy playing them, too. Other books by this author are available in this library.
Play (Replica: The Plague Trilogy, Book 2)
by Marilyn KayeAmy's encounter with dinosaurs and cave dwellers--and aliens--was pretty wild. Now her quest to stop the spread of the infectious bacteria gets even more bizarre as she agrees to take another perilous voyage. A voyage inside a plague-ridden human body. If Amy survives being injected into this complex landscape where good cells are waging battle against bad cells, she could save millions of lives. But it's a do-or-die world in there. . . .
Play Ball! (Fountas & Pinnell LLI Green #Level C, Lesson 54)
by Joseph BenjaminFountas and Pinnell Leveled Literacy Intervention Green System -- 1st Grade
Play Ball! (Little League #1)
by Matt ChristopherEleven-year-old cousins who are closer than most brothers, catcher Liam McCarthy and pitcher Carter Jones grew up playing baseball together. Now, their team is on the verge of winning the greatest championship of all: the Little League Baseball World Series. To reach the title match, however, they must first beat their number one rivals from Southern California. Little do they know that the game will prove to be just the first challenge they'll face on their road to the championships.
Play Ball! (Scrappers #1)
by Dean HughesRobbie Marquez: Third Base. All Robbie wants to do is play baseball. When he and his best friend, Trent, miss the deadline for signing up for the summer league, they have to scramble to put a team together. Unfortunately, the group they assemble includes a loudmouthed girl who challenges Robbie for his beloved shortstop position -- but an even bigger problem is the lie on which the Scrappers are based, which could strike out the team before their first game. The Scrappers: nine kids fighting for a shot at the championship. Don't miss any of their stories or the exciting baseball action in this series, which is sure to hit a home run with baseball fans everywhere.
Play Ball, Amelia Bedelia (I Can Read! #Level 2)
by Peggy ParishAmelia Bedelia, who knows very little about baseball, stands in for a sick player during a game.
Play Ball, McGill!
by Amelia WaldenWhen things begin to go wrong at home and in her social life, the star pitcher of the high school softball team feels her game being affected also. Ginger McGill's senior year becomes a mix of emotions with her love for softball, her baseball star brother, rebuilding hot rods and a new boy in town.
Play Ball, Pikachu! (Pokémon: Scholastic Reader, Level 2)
by Sonia SanderKids can practice their reading skills with Pokémon in this fun Level 2 Reader!Join Ash and Pikachu on an adventure in Alola!The kids from Pokémon School can't wait to play Pokémon Base with the famous sports star Oluolu and his partner, Snorlax. But when Team Rocket tries to get on the game, the play turns foul! Can Ash and his Pokémon help Snorlax save the game... and the day?This Level 2 Reader is based on the hit animated series, with full-color illustrations throughout!
Play Date: Calendar (Math Matters)
by Rosa SantosDiscover Math Matters! With over 15 million books sold worldwide, this award-winning series of easy-to-read books will help young readers ages 5–8 approach math with enthusiasm. Great for fans of MathStart or Step into Reading Math. Every time Jessica and Ivy make a play date something gets in the way. Will they ever get together?With engaging stories that connect math to kids&’ everyday lives, each book in the Teachers&’ Choice Award–winning Math Matters series focuses on a single concept and reinforces math vocabulary and skills. Bonus activities in the back of each book feature math and reading comprehension questions, and even more free activities online add to the fun! (Math topic: Calendar)
Play Dead: Play Dead (A Dog and His Girl Mysteries #1)
by Jane B. Mason Sarah Hines-StephensA dog and his girl show how six legs are better than two in this brand new mystery series!When Dodge, a German shepherd police dog, finds himself retired after an accident leaves him deaf in one ear, he's lucky to be adopted by the perfect family. Twelve-year-old Cassie Sullivan, his girl, smells almost as good as a dog, and gets her nose for sleuthing from her police chief mom and coroner dad. Cassie is smart and quick on her feet, and doesn't mind breaking a couple rules to get to the bottom of a mystery. Dodge has forty-two dog years of experience solving crime, as well as a great network of other four-legged colleagues when he needs more intel. When Verdel Ward, the richest man in town, goes missing, it seems like everyone from the mayor to the housekeeper wants his fortune, which he's left behind with no will. But Cassie and Dodge can smell a mystery from a mile away, and can't help wondering why a miser would go swimming in a dangerous cove, what's up with the suspicious fiancee, who's been sneaking around the mansion, and where a twin brother has come from.
Play Games with Me (A Playdate Book)
by Kat ChenPlay a bunch of different games in this playdate-in-a-book with small learnings and tender moments.This board book series invites young readers to take part in a playdate of their choice, thereby empowering them with autonomy and validation. In this third book, the indoor playdate models balanced and shared play, creating a positive experience that will provide readers with a reference for what caring and considered friendship looks like. Many toddlers and preschoolers consistently ask for someone to play with them, and this book provides just that for the quieter moments of the day. Simple language and gentle questions will help children develop their social skills by practicing conversations, all while engaging them in fun and familiar activities.
Play It Again (From the Files of Madison Finn #3)
by Laura DowerWhen Far Hills Junior High puts on a play, can Madison survive the drama?The seventh grade gets stage fever when Far Hills Junior High decides to perform the musical The Wiz. Since Madison doesn&’t sing or dance, stage manager seems like the perfect role for her—until she begins to feel left out from all the cast action. Worst of all, her two best friends are partnering up with their nemesis, Ivy, both in and out of rehearsal. The play is bringing out the worst in her enemies and her friends, and Madison isn&’t sure where she fits in anymore. How can she be the glue keeping the play together when she herself feels so unglued?
Play It Again, Mallory (Mallory #20)
by Laurie FriedmanMallory is excited about the six-week arts electives program at Fern Falls Elementary—until she gets stuck in her last-choice class, band. To make matters worse, she is assigned to the tuba, and when she plays, it sounds more like passing gas than music. She dreads the showcase at the end of the program. But with some good guidance from her mom and her band teacher, Mallory learns the meaning of "practice makes perfect" and that, in fact, making music can be lots of fun!
Play It Safe Online
by Phyllis CornwallIntroduces proper online safety for children, including cyberbullies, limiting personal information, and being responsible.
Play Like a Girl
by Misty WilsonDebut author Misty Wilson chronicles her seventh-grade experience as the only girl on her town’s football team in this empowering graphic memoir about teamwork, friendship, crushes, and touchdowns.Misty never shies away from a challenge, on or off the field. So when the boys tell her she can’t play football, there’s only one thing to do: join their team and show them what she’s got.But the training is rougher than she thought—and so are the other guys, who aren’t thrilled about having a girl on their team.Middle school isn’t so easy, either. Misty wants to fit in with the popular kids, but they think a girl playing football is “weird.” Even her best friend doesn’t get it.Can Misty find a way to score points with her teammates, make new friends, and show everyone—including herself—what it means to play like a girl?“I am a huge fan of Misty and her courageous journey of staying true to herself. Readers will love her!” —Terri Libenson, New York Times bestselling author of the Emmie & Friends series“This is the book I wish I’d had as a kid. Misty’s passion for football and her fight to play in a male-dominated sport while balancing friendship and crushes makes for a winning read!” —Dr. Jen Welter, first female NFL coach, first female running back in men’s pro football, and founder of Grrridiron Girls
Play Like a Girl: Life Lessons from the Soccer Field
by Kate T. ParkerLife lessons from the soccer field, from the bestselling author of Strong is the New Pretty. A bruised shin, a bloody nose. Racing across the field into the arms of your teammates. Leaping high to save a goal. Getting up at dawn to kick ball after ball into the net. Making friends for life. Teaching your younger sister how to dribble. Sharing cupcakes at practice on your birthday. Going to sleep in your jersey. That&’s what it means to be fearless, dedicated, confident, resilient, proud, persistent. It doesn&’t matter whether you&’re 3 or 63––that&’s what it means to play like a girl. &“Kate T. Parker is my hero. She moves me. The whole world she has created moves me.&”––Drew Barrymore