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Prairie Dogs
by Emery BernhardAll across the prairie thousands of prairie dogs duck in and out of burrows, call warnings to one another, and forage for food. Working together to survive, they help sustain the broad spectrum of prairie life. In this clearly written, boldly illustrated introduction to a fascinating species, the author and illustrator examine the prairie dog’s life cycle, burrowing system, and impact on the prairie. They also explore the prairie dog’s relationship with people--and invite readers to consider what lies ahead for a species considered essential in an endangered environment.
Prairie Dogs (Animals)
by Mari SchuhHave you ever seen a hole in the ground and wondered what's beneath it? It could be a prairie dog! These cute little mammals build communities of underground tunnels. Get all the facts about prairie dogs, and find out what's going on beneath the surface.
Prairie Dogs (Nature's Children)
by Tom JacksonDescribes the physical features, habits and habitat of prairie dogs, who do live on the prairie but are not dogs.
Prairie Evers
by Ellen AirgoodA sweet, spirited ten-year-old embarks upon the adventure of first friendship in this sparkling debutPrairie Evers is finding that socialization isn't all it's cracked up to be. She's been homeschooled by her granny and has learned the most from traipsing through nature. But now she has to attend public school, and feels just like her chickens--cooped up and subject to the pecking order. School is a jolt for Prairie until she meets Ivy, her first true friend. But while raising chickens and the great outdoors have given Prairie wisdom and perspective, nothing has prepared her for the give and take of friendship. When Prairie finds out that Ivy's home may not be the best place for Ivy, Prairie must corral all her optimism and determination to hatch a plan to help. Fabulous writing and a narrator full of personality distinguish this lively middle-grade novel. .
Prairie Girl: The Life of Laura Ingalls Wilder
by William Anderson Renee GraefLaura Ingalls Wilder's beloved Little House books chronicle her childhood in the late 1800s on the American frontier. Now readers can learn about the real Laura, including events she did not write about in her classic stories, in this engaging and accessible chapter-book biography.
Prairie Homestead
by Arleta RichardsonSince their mama died and their pa left, Ethan, Alice, Simon, and Will Cooper have not known much of a home. But now that the orphan train has taken them to Mr. and Mrs. Rush in Nebraska, their dreams of home may become a reality. The kids discover that life on a farm is full of challenges. Ethan learns how to drive a plow, watch for snakes, and deal with bullies at the country school. Alice learns to slop the hogs and live with a big sister who isn't exactly welcoming. Will seems to be the only one of the four that their new mother likes. And Simon disappears--again. The third book in the Beyond the Orphan Train series, Prairie Homestead is an adventure in new beginnings and lasting faith.
Prairie Lotus
by Linda Sue ParkPrairie Lotus is a powerful, touching, multilayered book about a girl determined to fit in and realize her dreams: getting an education, becoming a dressmaker in her father&’s shop, and making at least one friend. Acclaimed, award-winning author Linda Sue Park has placed a young half-Asian girl, Hanna, in a small town in America&’s heartland, in 1880. Hanna&’s adjustment to her new surroundings, which primarily means negotiating the townspeople&’s almost unanimous prejudice against Asians, is at the heart of the story. Narrated by Hanna, the novel has poignant moments yet sparkles with humor, introducing a captivating heroine whose wry, observant voice will resonate with readers. Afterword.
Prairie Meeting
by Linda BaxterFrom the author: <P> This book was inspired by the true story of my grandfather, Paul who came to America from Germany when he was a teenager. With no English, he traveled by himself to the heartland of America, only to find the relatives who were supposed to take him in had moved on. What happens next is a heartwarming story of love as he meets a young girl and her family and learns to survive in a new and daunting world.<P> The book was carefully researched to give a realistic view of the turn of century in America. I hope your children enjoy it. As a reading and English teacher, I carefully crafted this book so that children as young as 7 will enjoy hearing it. Readers at 4th grade level will be able to read it independently. However, the book is also appropriate for readers as old as 12 who find reading a challenge.
Prairie School
by Lois LenskiIt&’s the worst blizzard in fifty years! Delores is very ill, but there&’s no way to get through the snow. How long will she be stranded at school?Out on the South Dakota prairie, the winters are fierce. This storm is the worst one yet: It&’s below freezing outside, and the winds are howling. All of the other kids have gone home, but Delores&’s family can&’t get to her, so she has to stay at the school. Between a fuel shortage and having to boil snow for drinking water, it&’s been hard for both Delores and her teacher, Miss Martin. Now Delores is very ill. How will Miss Martin get her to the doctor in all this snow? Prairie School was inspired by letters from children at a real South Dakota prairie school, which Lenski then visited during the severe blizzards of the winter of 1950. This ebook features an illustrated biography of Lois Lenski including rare images and never-before-seen documents from the author&’s estate.
Prairie School (Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Vocabulary Readers #Leveled Reader: Level: 5, Theme: 5.2)
by Carlynn TroutA brief introduction to schools on the prairie of North America in the 1860s.
Prairie School (I Can Read Series)
by AviIt's the 1880s, Noah works hard on the family farm and roams free on the Colorado prairie. One day his Aunt Dora arrives to give him some schooling. Noah doesn't think he needs it. What use is reading on the prairie? But what Noah discovers will change his life forever.
Prairie Songs
by Pam ConradLouisa loves the Nebraska prairie. A different kind of beauty enters Louisa's world. A new doctor and his lovely wife, Emmeline become neighbors and help reading lessons and poetry. Louisa sees Emmeline unprepared for the rough life on the prairie.
Prairie Summer
by Bonnie Geisert Arthur GeisertRachel, ten, is having a hard time growing up on her family’s farm in South Dakota. She hates all of the hard work, and she’s scared by the wild Montana Angus cattle. Still, she works hard to do her share of the chores and to help her dad, but no matter how she tries to please him, he always seems to think she’s worthless. Set in the 1950s, Prairie Summer provides a glimpse into the adventures and dangers faced in every day farm life.
Prairie Town
by Bonnie GeisertDuring the early 1900s, railroad companies laid tracks across America's open land. In fields of grass beside the new tracks prairie towns grew. The towns prospered amid the golden wheat fields, and grain elevators dominated the skyline. Bonnie Geisert's clear text explores the social and economic life of one of these towns, while the dramas of everyday life can be experienced in Arthur Geisert's panoramic hand-colored etchings. Here is a fascinating view of life in a thriving midwestern town, told with respect and affection for the resilient townspeople, as they work and play, their lives directly affected by the changing seasons.
Prairie Whispers
by Frances Arrington<p>Coleen has a terrible secret. She didn't mean for Ma and Pa to think that the wagon woman's baby was their own. It was almost an accident, the way Colleen's stillborn sister got switched with the dying woman's baby: Pa was away, and Ma was too ill to know what was happening. <p>The woman begged Colleen to take her newborn girl and keep it safe from her cruel husband, so how could Colleen refuse? <p>She meant to tell Ma and Pa the truth, but somehow it just never seemed to be the right moment. <p>But now the father of the child has come back, looking for what? The baby? Money? What if he discovers the truth--will Colleen's secret unravel? And then what? <p>Frances Arrington, author of Bluestem, vividly evokes the lonesome, wild beauty of the 1860s American prairie in this gripping tale of secrets and suspense.
Prairie Winter
by Bonnie Geisert<P>The Cresbard school means a lot to sixth grader Rachel Johnson. It means classes with a beloved teacher, important band rehearsals for the upcoming concert in Chicago, and time to hang out with Winnie and Darren and the rest of the town kids. <P>For a twelve year-old living on a remote prairie farm with no phone, school means connection. And that connection is about to be severed. The most dangerous winter that Rachel has ever known is about to descend on Cresbard, marooning her on the farm and keeping her from the school she so desperately loves. <P>Then, in a surprising turn of events, Rachel's dad agrees to fly his three oldest daughters to town so they can continue the school year. Rachel will be boarding in a hotel with no parents, no rules, and no chores. <P>Her choice of desserts every night, two-stepping with Darren Baxter at the school dance . . .will Rachel ever be able to return to farm life after this?
Prak Fills the House
by Donna L. WashingtonThis hilarious retelling of &“The Three Little Pigs&” stars a spirited pig as she outsmarts her older siblings in a friendly competition.Prak is a practical pig who is often overlooked by her two older brothers: Mo the muscly one, and Bo the beautiful one. So when Poppa Pig offers his house to whichever of his children can fill it to the brim, everyone assumes Mo or Bo will be up for the task. No one expects Prak to have the strength or charisma to fill a house. But with a lot of creativity and a bit of luck, Prak might just surprise them all!Charming and lighthearted illustrations by debut illustrator Lauren Emmons joyously accentuate this lively read-aloud from the acclaimed author of Boo Stew, Donna L. Washington. A warm and endearing choice to share with family.
Prakash Manu Ki Chuninda Bal Kahaniyan
by Prakash ManuThis book is a wonderful collection of selected stories of kids told by Prakash Manu. Kids get ready for an exciting and fun reading adventure.
Prakashacha Sodh
by Sau. Padma MandagavaneOn a huge tree, there was a quarrel all birds and owl. They were talking about sunlight and the owl did not know anything about it. The owl goes searching for the answer but comes back depressed. The owl cannot see light and so does not understand what is light.
Pramanik Lakudtodya
by Shivkumar BaijalA woodcutter was helped by God when his axe fell into the river. God of the forest comes and gives him a golden axe but the cutter says it is not his axe. Then he is given silver axe again the reply was the same. Then he is given his original axe. The God was happy for his truth and presents him with gold and silver axe as well. Raghu also tried to do the same thing like the woodcutter but he loses his axe and comes home empty-handed because he did not tell the truth.
Pran's Week of Adventure
by Tina AthaideWhen the car has to go to the shop, Pran and his mother try a new way to get to school each day. The results are a wacky week full of misadventure!
Prani Apale Mitra Ahet
by Baba BhandThis is a story of a village which was going through a drought situation and they were facing a grave problem. There was a scarcity of water and fodder for the animals. People throughout the village were worried about the condition about the future if the there is no rainfall. More than their lives animal life was equally important.
Prani Gayab Hovu Lagale
by Vishal TayadeOne day all the animals gather together they were worried about animals being taken away by some people for their own benefit. The jungle was being cut down and the animals were about their future. This is a matter of concern and its happening all over the world and we should take care of it.
Pranishahi
by Vishal TayadeOne day fed-up with their king the animals decide to revolt. They gather together against him and drive him away from their jungle. The king of the jungle the lion was influenced by other animals and he was not ruling with justice. The animals had no other way than to get rid of this king. They all decide to stay without a king.
Prank Day
by Kel MitchellFrom actor, producer, and comedian Kel Mitchell of Nickelodeon's All That and the film Good Burger, this laugh-aloud novel for kids follows Chase as he masterminds a series of epic pranks only to discover that they've all become real on April 2nd. When his tricks become reality in hilarious and disastrous ways, Chase must come clean. How will he set the world right again, catch the eye of his crush Zoe, and keep her from getting flattened by the refrigerator running all over town?This comedy-fantasy adventure is full of wackiness, mayhem, and laugh-out loud momentsteaches the value of taking responsibility for your actions and telling the truthblends realistic fiction with fantasyfeatures comic-style illustrations in every chaptercelebrates the value of friendship, family, and good teachers in your lifefeatures a diverse cast of characters Intended for kids and tweens 8 to 12 years old, this book is perfect forindependent young readers, boys and girlsfans of illustrated chapter book series like Diary of a Wimpy Kid, The Terrible Two, Middle School, and Locker 37fans of the popular Nickelodeon show All That This novel will keep middle graders entertained with its fast pace, fantastical chaos, and hilarious tricks. If you've ever dreamed of pranking the world with toilet clowns and spider drones, this book is for you.