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Skin and Other Stories
by Roald DahlA collection of eleven short stories to startle, surprise and satisfy from Roald Dahl -- the master of the twist in the tale. How would you get rid of a murder weapon without causing suspicion? Where would you hide a diamond where no one else would think of looking? What if you found out the tattoo on your back was worth over a million pounds?<P><P> Specially chosen for teenagers by Wendy Cooling, the stories have been taken from The Collected Short Stories of Roald Dahl, published by Michael Joseph. Roald Dahl was born in Wales in 1916. He was educated in England before going to work for the Shell Oil Company in Africa. With the outbreak of World War II, he became an RAF fighter pilot. He began writing for adults at the close of the war, with the encouragement of C. S. Forester. His first children's book, James and the Giant Peach, was published in 1961 and each of his subsequent books became bestsellers. He is still the best-selling children's writer of all time.
Skin like Milk, Hair of Silk: What Are Similes and Metaphors?
by Brian P. ClearyWhat Are Similes and Metaphors? Are you as clever as a fox? Or perhaps you're as sharp as any spike? If so, this book will be a piece of cake! Clever rhymes from Brian P. Cleary and humorous illustrations from Brian Gable present similes and metaphors. When it comes to grammar, this team is not as slow as thick molasses. Oh no, they're as bright as polished pennies! Each simile and metaphor is printed in color for easy identification in this gem of a book. Read it aloud and share in the delight of the sense--and nonsense--of words. Ages 7-11 (scanner's note, the words in color have been made words in bold)
Skink No Surrender
by Carl HiaasenA New York Times bestseller and laugh out loud thriller from Carl Hiaasen about a missing cousin, a half-crazy governor, giant gators and justice -- swamp justice, that is.Typical Malley - to avoid being shipped off to boarding school, she takes off with some guy she met online. Poor Richard - he knows his cousin's in trouble before she does. Wild Skink - he's a ragged, one-eyed ex-governor of Florida, and enough of a renegade to think he can track Malley down. With Richard riding shotgun, the unlikely pair scour the state, undaunted by blinding storms, crazed pigs, flying bullets and giant gators. Carl Hiaasen first introduced readers to Skink more than 25 years ago in DOUBLE WHAMMY, and he quickly became Hiaasen's most iconic and beloved character, appearing in six novels to date. Both teens and adults will be thrilled to catch sight of the elusive 'governor' as he pursues his own unique brand of swamp justice. With Skink at the wheel, the search for a missing girl is both nail-bitingly tense and laugh-out-loud funny.
Skinned
by Robin WassermanLia Kahn is beautiful, popular and destined for success. . . until the horrific accident that nearly kills her. Lia wakes up in a body that is not a body. It's a machine, designed to look and feel human, and her memories have been 'downloaded'. Lia will never age. She need never feel pain again. And, as long as she is vigilant about backing up her memories, she need never die. Struggling to come to terms with what has happened, Lia tries to return to her own life. But nothing is the same. . . She's one of the "mechanicals" or "mechs" now. Her friends and boyfriend turn their backs on her, shutting her out. Even her own family can't seem to understand that underneath it all, she's still the same person. Or is she? Drawn to a seemingly reckless circle of "mechs", Lia starts to see the limitless options of her new "body" - after all, there isn't anything they can't do! But there are some who would like to see the new technology vanish, and these strange mechanical beings along with it. Can you really be human without a body? And is it technically murder to "kill" a machine. . . ' In the tradition of Scott Westerfeld comes a riveting and edgy science fiction novel which raises questions of mortality, technology and morality.
Skinny
by Ibi KaslikAfter the death of their father, two sisters struggle with various issues, including their family history, personal relationships, and an extreme eating disorder.
Skinny
by Laura L. SmithWhen the pressures of having good grades, good friends, a position on the dance team, and the perfect boyfriend become too much for Melissa, she turns to strict dieting to regain control.
Skinny-Dipping at Monster Lake
by Bill WallaceKent doesn't believe in monsters. But he knows he saw two gleaming yellow eyes beneath the surface of Cedar Lake when he and his buddies were camping at the lake. When he sneaks out alone a few nights later to investigate, the eyes return -- and they seem to be following him. Kent and his friends are determined to solve the mystery of the Cedar Lake monster. But what they discover one dark summer night is just as surprising as a monster -- and just as dangerous.
Skinnybones (Skinnybones Series)
by Barbara ParkPlay Ball???"I've played Little League baseball for six years now. But to tell you the truth, I'm not exactly what you'd call a real good athlete. Actually, I'm not even real okay. Basically, what I'm trying to say here is, I stink."For the smallest kid on the baseball team, Alex "Skinnybones" Frankovitch has a major-league bigmouth! But even Alex knows he's gone too far when he brags his way into a pitching contest with T.J. Stoner, the best baseball player -- and biggest creep -- in the entire school. What a mistake! This might be one mess that not even Alex can talk his way out of--
Skip
by Aileen FisherKrissy moves her hand in front of Skip's eyes. He doesn't even blink. That's how Krissy learns the awful truth. Skip - her beloved dog - is blind! "Animals on this ranch have to pay their way," Dad always says. "We can't afford to keep them if they don't." "Oh, Skip!" cries Krissy, "What's going to happen to you now -now that you can't see?"
Skip to My Moo: A Rollicking Barnyard Story
by Iza TrapaniMoo-ve and groove to this fanciful picture book retelling of "Skip to My Lou" as the farm animals put on their dancing shoes for a hoedown, by bestselling author Iza Trapani.Skip, skip, skip to my moo, skip to my moo my darlings! Moo-ve and groove with your favorite farm animals as cow begins a raucous hoedown in the barnyard. Follow the animals as they do-si-do, two-step, sashay, and line dance their way to the best barn party you ever saw.
Skipper Gets Spooked (Butterfly Meadow #9)
by Olivia MossWhen Skipper and her friends come across a group of moths in the meadow, they're in for an adventure! The moths--Zig, Zag, Pepper, and Boo--are excited to show the butterflies how much fun a night flight can be.
Skipper The Guide Dog
by Arthur C. BartlettThis is the first known book to be published on guide dogs in the United States. Ben's brother Jerry lives dangerously. He flies his little yellow plane and works for the Secret Service. But when an accident robs him of his vision, Ben thinks that a guide dog might be the ticket to get Jerry back into good spirits. The book follows their training and on with the story. Jerry and Ben get wind of a counterfeiting ring in their town. Does Jerry, with Skipper at his side, still have what it takes to be a Secret Service man? Can they capture the crooks?
Skipper to the Rescue (Butterfly Meadow #4)
by Olivia MossA scary afternoon storm means danger for Skipper and her friends. When the butterflies take shelter in the branches of a tree, they come across a cocoon, ready to hatch. Can they keep this brand-new butterfly safe from the storm?
Skipper's Tale
by Judy KatschkeIllustrations, jokes, and lots and lots of penguins fill the pages of this chapter book based on the movie The Penguins of Madagascar! The Penguins of Madagascar hits theaters on November 26, 2014, just in time for the holidays!As the leader of the penguins, Skipper goes on the adventure of a lifetime as he tries to save his friend Private, who's been kidnapped by the dastardly Dr. Octavius Brine. Can Skipper rescue Private before Dr. Octavius Brine uses his "Medusa Serum" to steal the cuteness from all the penguins in the world? The Penguins of Madagascar fans will love getting Skipper's side of the story in this fun-filled chapter book that includes black-and-white illustrations and hilarious jokes sprinkled throughout. © 2014 DreamWorks Animation, L.L.C
Skipping a Beat
by Carolyn KeeneNANCY HITS A CHICAGO HOT SPOT WHERE CRIME IS REALLY COOKING! Nancy, Bess, and George have come to the city for a weekend of shopping and a night out at Reverb, the trendy new restaurant owned by Adam Sledge, lead singer of the chart-busting band Void. The place is the coolest thing going, packed with celebs and pulsating with excitement -- a wild scene that gets even wilder when a smoke bomb goes off. Behind the scenes, Nancy turns up a slew of suspects and all the ingredients for danger: jealousy, greed, and revenge. But perhaps most dangerous of all is Adam Sledge. The rock star's putting all the moves on Nancy, and he's proving a major distraction. If she fails to focus on the investigation, someone could get seriously hurt...including her!
Skippyjon Jones
by Judy SchachnerMy name is Skippito Friskito. I fear not a single bandito. My manners are mellow, I'm sweet like the Jell-O, I get the job done, yes indeed-o. Skippyjon Jones is no ordinary kitten. Oh, no ... . He's actually El Skippito, a great sword-fighter ready to battle banditos the world over! With a little imagination and a whole lot of fun, this frisky cat dons a mask and cape and takes on a bad bumble-beeto to save the day. And along the way, he'll be sure to steal young reader's hearts, yes indeed-o!
Skippyjon Jones (Skippyjon Jones)
by Judy SchachnerHere is the book that launched a thousand chimichangoes – the first in the best-selling series about the rambunctious Skippyjon Jones, the Siamese kitty boy with the overactive imagination. He would rather be El Skippito, the great sword fighter, who can do anything. Like saving a roving band of Mexican Chihuahuas from a humongous bumblebeeto that is tormenting them. Join Skippyjon Jones on his first great adventure. He&’s fearless, he&’s fun, he gets the job done – yes, indeed-o.
Skippyjon Jones 1-2-3 (Skippyjon Jones)
by Judy SchachnerSkippyjon Jones, the Siamese kitty boy who thinks he is a Chihuahua, can count! He is one naughty kitty, with two big ears, and three little sisters. Little ones will love to count along with him as he bounces his way from one to ten.
Skippyjon Jones Cirque de Ole (Skippyjon Jones)
by Judy SchachnerThe #1 New York Times bestselling kitty boy goes to the circus! In his newest adventure, the irresistible Skippyjon Jones swings out of his closet and into the spectacular Cirque de Ole, where his pals, the Chimichango gang, perform feats of derring-do. There are many acts to see, but only Skippito the Strong can perform the trickiest stunt of all. Judy Schachner's vivacious art and riotous text make for mucho read-aloud fun. Come one, come all--with Skippyjon Jones as the circus star, the Greatest Show on Earth just got even better!
Skippyjon Jones Color Crazy (Skippyjon Jones)
by Judy SchachnerEveryone’s favorite kitty boy is ready to color—Skippy style! Skippy’s sky will be pink. His sun will be blue. As Skippyjon learns his colors and plays with crayons, he invites the very youngest fans to join in the fun. Who knows what color our mischievous Mr. Fuzzypants will be!
Skippyjon Jones Presto Change-o
by Judy SchachnerHIS EARS ARE TOO BIG FOR HIS HEAD. HIS HEAD IS TOO BIG FOR HIS BODY. "I am not a Siamese cat . . ." says Skippyjon Jones, a rambunctious kitty boy with an overactive imagination. He would rather be the Chihuahua called El Skippito. Skippito, the great sword fighter, can do anything. He can save a roving band of Chihuahua chums in old Mexico from a humongous Bumblebeeto. He gets any job done--yes indeed-o. Bestselling author JUDY SCHACHNER has created a character that has bounced into the hearts of many thousands of devoted fans.
Skippyjon Jones Shape Up (Skippyjon Jones)
by Judy SchachnerSkippyjon has an overactive imagination. And he is pretty active himself. Here he shapes up with shapes: he runs in a circle, tap-dances on a square, orbits an oval. And then the great sword fighter shows his muscles.
Skippyjon Jones Snow What (Skippyjon Jones)
by Judy SchachnerThe #1 New York Times bestselling Skippyjon Jones stars in his own playful fairy tale set in a winter snowscape!Mirror mirror on the wall, who is the bravest Chihuahua of them all? Skippyjon Jones, the Siamese cat who thinks he's a dog! While his sisters listen to Snow White and the Seven Dwarves, Skippy bounces on his big-boy bed and heads off for the REAL adventure awaiting him in his closet. Once inside, he finds himself in a magical snowy forest of make-believe, where the seven Chimichangos challenge him with his most dangerous task yet: to wake up Nieve Que, the frozen princess, by kissing her! Yuck! Will this hero agree to don a prince’s pantelones and save his poochitos?With rhymes, rollicking wordplay, and mucho fairy tale fun, this fuzzy tale is sure to end happily ever after.
Skippyjon Jones Takes a Dive
by Judy SchachnerSkippy, the little Siamese kitty-boy with a supersized imagination, becomes a deep-sea diver who finds the perfect pearl for Mama. Little ones will love to help Skippy on his undersea adventure by putting together the puzzle at the front of the book!