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Silent Witness
by Patricia H. Rushford Rachel DuludeDanger lurks just below the surface ... Jennie McGrady thinks her vacation is doomed when a bomb threat delays her flight to a dolphin research lab in Florida. But then she meets Sarah, a girl who desperately needs her help to solve a two-year-old murder, and Jennie's detective instincts tell her something is very wrong. Sarah Stanford has lived in silence since her father's death. Now she's beginning to remember what happened the night of his murder--but what if the wrong person finds out she's a witness? Scott Chambers is a young, hot-headed environmentalist who teams up with Jennie in the Florida Keys. Unfortunately, Jennie soon finds out he has more than just a passing interest in the case.
Silent Witness (Jennie McGrady Mystery #2)
by Patricia H. RushfordJennie McGrady thinks her vacation is doomed when a bomb threat delays her flight to the dolphin research lab in Florida. But then she meets Sarah, a girl who desperately needs her help to solve a two-year-old murder, and Jennie's detective instincts tell her something is very wrong. Sarah Stanford has lived in silence since her father's death. Now she's beginning to remember what happened the night of his murder--but what if the wrong person finds out she's a witness? Scott Chambers is a young, hot-headed environmentalist who teams up with Jennie in the Florida Keys. Unfortunately, Jennie soon finds out he has more than just a passing interest in the case. Danger lurks just below the surface . . .
Silent in an Evil Time: The Brave War of Edith Cavell
by Jack BattenDutiful nurse, hospital matron, courageous resistance fighter, Edith Cavell was all of these. A British citizen, the forty-eight-year-old Cavell was matron of an institute for nurses in the suburbs of Brussels at the outbreak of World War I. Dedicated to the methods of Florence Nightingale, her intelligence and ferocious sense of duty had transformed the institute into a leading training center.When the Germans captured Belgium in the fall of 1914, an organization was formed to assist British and French soldiers trapped behind German lines. Edith was asked to help and she didn't hesitate. From that moment forward, Edith sheltered escaping soldiers in her hospital, using trickery to keep the suspicious Germans from discovering them. She helped arrange a secret route to neutral Holland and back to England at great personal risk, enabling soldiers of all ranks to slip through German lines. Using the institute as part of an elaborate Allied escape route, Edith Cavell was responsible for one thousand soldiers eventually making their way home.But Cavell's role was discovered and a German military court put her on trial in Brussels, where she was sentenced to be executed by firing squad. On October 12, 1915, she put on her nurse's uniform and met her fate, immediately becoming a worldwide martyr and rallying point for the British in their war against Germany.In this riveting account, author Jack Batten brings an incredibly brave woman and her turbulent times to life.From the Trade Paperback edition.
Silent to the Bone
by E. L. KonigsburgConnor is sure his best friend, Branwell, couldn't have hurt Branwell's baby half sister, Nikki. But Nikki lies in a coma, and Branwell is in a juvenile behavioral center, suspected of a horrible crime and unable to utter the words to tell what really happened. Connor is the only one who might be able to break through Branwell's wall of silence. But how can he prove Branwell didn't commit the unspeakable act of which he's accused -- when Branwell can't speak for himself?
Silexa the Stone Cat: Series 26 Book 3 (Beast Quest #130)
by Adam BladeFree the Beasts. Live the Adventure.Battle Beasts and fight Evil with Tom and Elenna in the bestselling adventure series for boys and girls aged 7 and up!Tom and Elenna are celebrating the safe return of Prince Rotu after their successful Quest to rescue him from the Evil Wizard Zargon ... but Evil never rests, and news soon reaches them that Zargon has disappeared and the tombs of the legendary Four Masters have been ransacked. It's time for a new Quest, and this time they must tackle four ancient Beasts in the places they were originally killed. Their next terrible foe is Silexa, a stone panther that can transform itself into shadow ...There are FOUR thrilling adventures to collect in The Four Masters series - don't miss out! Teknos the Ocean Crawler, Mallix the Silent Stalker, Silexa the Stone Cat and Kyron, Lord of Fire.If you like Beast Quest, check out Adam Blade's other series: Team Hero, Sea Quest and Beast Quest: New Blood!
Silhouette of a Sparrow
by Molly Beth GriffinWINNER OF THE MILKWEED PRIZE FOR CHILDREN'S LITERATUREWINNER OF THE 2013 PATERSON PRIZE FOR BOOKS FOR YOUNG READERSALA RAINBOW LIST RECOMMENDED BOOKAMELIA BLOOMER PROJECT LIST RECOMMENDED BOOKLAMBDA LITERARY AWARD FINALISTMINNESOTA BOOK AWARD FINALISTFOREWARD REVIEWS BOOK OF THE YEAR HONORABLE MENTIONIn the summer of 1926, sixteen-year-old Garnet Richardson is sent to a lake resort to escape the polio epidemic in the city. She dreams of indulging her passion for ornithology and visiting the famous new amusement park--a summer of fun before she returns for her final year of high school, after which she's expected to marry a nice boy and settle into middle-class homemaking. But in the country, Garnet finds herself under the supervision of equally oppressive guardians--her father's wealthy cousin and the matron's stuck-up daughter. Only a liberating job in a hat shop, an intense, secret relationship with a daring and beautiful flapper, and a deep faith in her own fierce heart can save her from the suffocating boredom of traditional femininity.
Silhouetted by the Blue
by Traci L. JonesAfter the death of her mother, seventh-grader Serena finds herself facing the day-to-day challenges of caring for herself and her younger brother, Henry, all while attempting to lead a normal pre-teen life.Seventh-grader Serena Shaw is trying to keep up at school while rehearsing for the lead role in the spring musical and dealing with a father so "blue" he is nearly catatonic. With the aid of a not-so-secret admirer, as well as a growing sense of self-confidence, she faces the challenges of caring for herself and her ball-of-charm younger brother—all while attempting to lead the life of a normal pre-teen. Readers will be drawn into this convincing portrait of a vivacious young person who is on a path to discovering that taking on responsibility sometimes means finding the best way to ask for help.
Silk Sisters: Blue Gene Baby
by Fiona DunbarThe Silk sisters are back, rescued from their evil uncle by the impossibly glamorous fashionista Nolita Newbuck. But could it be that the devil really DOES wear Prada? The sisters must continue the dangerous search for their mysteriously missing parents, but nothing is ever quite as it seems...
Silk Sisters: Pink Chameleon
by Fiona DunbarIn the not too distant future, Rorie and Elsie's parents have disappeared. Just like that. And with only their cruel uncle to look after them, the girls are swept off to his miserable boarding school. But the sisters are determined to escape their uncle's grip - and discover the truth behind their parents' disappearance...A wild and futuristic fashion adventure!
Silk Sisters: Tiger-lily Gold
by Fiona DunbarRorie and Elsie's parents are missing, and time is running out. The mission to rescue them will take the girls on a dangerous journey, deep into the nerve centre of the corporate machine that is robbing people of their identities. Can the Silk sisters reach their mum and dad before it's too late?
Silk Umbrellas
by Carolyn MarsdenEleven-year-old Noi is learning to paint like her grandmother. She and her older sister, Ting, spend many rapt hours in the jungle watching as Kun Ya paints delicate silk umbrellas to sell at the market. But one day Kun Ma and Kun Pa announce that Ting must start working at a local radio factory to help support the family. As the days and weeks pass, Noi anxiously sees her own fate reflected in her sister's constricting world. Can Noi find a way to master her fear of failure and stand up for her gift -- and Kun Ya's tradition -- before the future masters her?
Silkies and Other Guinea Pigs (World Book's Animals of the World)
by Dan BlunkTopics include: different kinds of guinea pigs, how they are cared for and shown, and where they came from.
Silksinger (Faeries of Dreamdark #2)
by Laini TaylorWhile journeying by dragonfly caravan over the Sayash Mountains, warrior-faerie Whisper Silk singer, hunted by devils, meets a young mercenary with an ancient scimitar and secrets of his own.
Silky's Story (The Magic Faraway Tree #6)
by Enid Blyton Jeanne WillisThe perfect introduction to the wonderful world of the Faraway Tree. Discover the magic! Explore the Enchanted Wood with Joe, Beth and Frannie and meet their very special friends, Silky the fairy, Moonface and Saucepan Man. When a runaway elephant visits the tree, there's a lot of mess for the friends to sort out . . .Perfect for reading with 3-6 year-olds, this picture book is a delightful way to discover the extraordinary world of the Magic Faraway Tree. This is a brand-new story, specially written by bestselling picture book author Jeanne Willis, and illustrated by the author of all the classic Faraway Tree books, Mark Beech.
Silli's Sheep
by Louis Thomas Tiffany StoneFor fans of Sophie's Squash and other super-silly picture books, here is the endearing story of a man named Silli who tries to tame the wind in ridiculous ways.Silli lives in the middle of a meadow, in the open air. One morning, a gust of wind pays a visit--brrrr! What if the wind comes to stay? If only Silli could find some sheep, he'd have wool to knit a sweater to keep him warm. Luckily, he spots five large "sheep" up on a hill--perfect! It's just too bad they're resistant to herding and their wool is incredibly hard. But when Silli leans against them, they block the wind and keep him warm. . . . Perhaps he can build a shelter made of sheep? And so he resourcefully arranges his sturdy sheep (which are actually sheep-shaped rocks) into a little hut, and is finally warm and dry. This charming story--crafted in the tradition of folkloric characters who are well-meaning, likeable, and also a bit ridiculous--is sure to have a ton of kid appeal.
Silly Day (Fountas & Pinnell Classroom, Guided Reading)
by Jimmy Holder Sylvia AndrewsNIMAC-sourced textbook. Clowning Around. Principal Prim doesn't like being silly. So what happens when he has to be a clown?
Silly Dreamers (Sound Out Chapter Books - Set C-1)
by Matt Sims"I'm really happy your dad could get us these jobs," Leroy stated. He leaned over to empty a waste basket under a metal desk.
Silly Frilly Grandma Tillie
by Laurie JacobsLucky for Sophie and Chloe, Grandma Tillie knows how to royally entertain her grandchildren. To their delight, whenever Grandma Tillie babysits, she seems to disappear, only to be replaced by a parade of lovable characters. There's Tillie Vanilly with the bright pink hair, star of The Tillie Vanilly Show, who loves to tell jokes and dance the conga; Chef Silly Tillie with the lampshade hat who offers up a dinner of Worm Chili with Glue Gravy; and Madame Frilly Tillie with the sparkly eyeglasses and towel turban, the world's most creative bath-bubble stylist. Sophie and Chloe wonder who will appear to tuck them into bed: Hiker Hilly Tillie, Explorer Chilly Tillie, or Zoo-lady Gorilly Tillie? To their surprise, it's the best character of all—just plain Grandma Tillie.
Silly Goose's Big Story
by Keiko KaszaFriends and imagination save the day Goose's friends love the stories he makes up when they're playing. Except one thing - Goose is always the hero. And when they ask to take turns leading the fun, Goose doesn't agree. While they argue about it, no one notices the hungry wolf sneaking up on them until he shouts, "Hello, Lunch!" This real-life danger shows Goose how silly he's been and that his friends make terrific heroes! Always a surefire hit on laps or at storytime, Keiko Kasza's latest shows how imagination can come in handy in an unexpected way.
Silly Jokes About Animals (Silly Joke Books)
by Michael DahlGet ready to laugh from the farm to the pet store with these silly animal jokes! Hilarious images combined with laugh-out-loud jokes will have young readers clamoring for more.
Silly Jokes About Bugs (Silly Joke Books)
by Michael DahlGet ready to laugh from the ant farm to the beehive with these silly bug jokes! Laugh-out-loud jokes are paired with hilarious photos to keep young readers turning the pages.
Silly Jokes About Food (Silly Joke Books)
by Michael DahlGet ready to laugh from the grocery store to the kitchen with these silly food jokes! Hilarious images add to fun in this laugh-out-loud collection of jokes all about food.
Silly Jokes About Monsters (Silly Joke Books)
by Michael DahlGet ready to laugh about monsters! These monster jokes will have you telling them again and again; even if you’re scared silly! Funny photos combined with hilarious jokes will have young readers laughing out loud.
Silly Jokes About School (Silly Joke Books)
by Michael DahlGet ready to laugh from the cafeteria to the playground with these silly jokes about school! Featuring hilarious images; this collection of school jokes will have young readers laughing out loud.