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Wild Card (Barber Game Time Books)
by Tiki Barber Ronde BarberFrom NFL superstars Tiki and Ronde Barber, a story of teamwork and determination—in the classroom as well as on the field.The eighth-grade season couldn’t be going better for the Barbers’ team, the Hidden Valley Egales. Everything is off to a strong start—until one of the key players on the team is benched for academic probation. Without good grades there is no playing time. No exceptions. Ever. Will the team’s hopes for the season be demolished, or can they find a way to help their teammate get his grades up? Fortunately for the Barber brothers, it turns out that the team that plays together can study together too.
Wild Cards (Orca Echoes)
by Jeff SzpirglasMatt loves Monster Zap cards. No, no, Matt LOVES Monster Zap cards. He has Monster Zap toys, reads Monster Zap books and wears Monster Zap underwear. Matt and his friends like to trade the cards at school, as the schoolyard is so empty and dirty, there isn't much else for them to do at recess. But when kids start fighting over Monster Zap and the cards are banned, Matt realizes that the school has big problems, maybe even bigger problems than the fights the cards caused. With the help of their teacher, and a superhero in disguise, Matt and his classmates set out to save Monster Zap and end up doing a lot more than that. The epub edition of this title is fully accessible.
Wild Cards (Wild Cards)
by Simone Elkeles<p>After getting kicked out of boarding school, bad boy Derek Fitzpatrick has no choice but to live with his ditzy stepmother while his military dad is deployed. Things quickly go from bad to worse when he finds out she plans to move them back to her childhood home in Illinois. Derek's counting the days before he can be on his own, and the last thing he needs is to get involved with someone else's family drama. <p>Ashtyn Parker knows one thing for certain--people you care about leave without a backward glance. So when her older sister comes home after abandoning her ten years earlier, with her hot new stepson in tow, Ashtyn wants nothing to do with either of them. Then she comes up with a plan that would finally give her the chance to leave, but it requires trusting Derek-someone she barely knows, someone born to break the rules. Is she willing to put her heart on the line to try and get the future she wants?</p>
Wild Cards: A Novel about Faith and Baseball
by Ken BerrisA father's impossible quest to return to his family. A son's magical journey. A single mother's heroic efforts to protect her son. And fate's sleight of hand bringing together baseball's past legends and today's major league stars in a game for the ages.
Wild Child: Nature Adventures for Young Explorers—with Amazing Things to Make, Find, and Do
by Dara McAnulty&“A young naturalist [who] inspires with joy, not doom&” (The New York Times) and the youngest-ever winner of the Wainwright Prize follows his memoir Diary of a Young Naturalist with this gloriously illustrated children&’s book that combines poetry, activities, and knowledge—shared with wonder—to turn young readers into outdoors explorers
Wild Cycling: A pocket guide to 50 great rides off the beaten track in Britain
by Chris SidwellsHere is plenty of inspiration for anyone who loves to ride off road and get out into the wild and stunning scenery of the British mainland. Each route suggests further routes and the book as a whole introduces the wild cyling potential of a range of different locations. These natural routes to wild places link country lanes, green lanes, bridleways, towpaths, trails and often ancient ways between places. The book is illustrated in colour and each ride includes an annotated route map and ride profile, also OS grid references. And a fact file gives further indispensable details, including an indication of how hard each ride is, and how wild. From Chalk Cliffs and Curious Sound Mirrors in the south-east to Cape Wrath in the north-west, the purity, beauty and essential wildness of these rides will ensure that over the years many of them will become classic, even legendary cycling challenges.
Wild Cycling: A pocket guide to 50 great rides off the beaten track in Britain (Wild Cycling)
by Chris Sidwells'A wildly inspiring adventure - from armchair to saddle.'Nichiless'A lovely concise guide.'A. W. BairdHere is plenty of inspiration for anyone who loves to ride off road and get out into the wild and stunning scenery of the British mainland. Each route suggests further routes and the book as a whole introduces the wild cyling potential of a range of different locations. These natural routes to wild places link country lanes, green lanes, bridleways, towpaths, trails and often ancient ways between places. The book is illustrated in colour and each ride includes an annotated route map and ride profile, also OS grid references. And a fact file gives further indispensable details, including an indication of how hard each ride is, and how wild. From Chalk Cliffs and Curious Sound Mirrors in the south-east to Cape Wrath in the north-west, the purity, beauty and essential wildness of these rides will ensure that over the years many of them will become classic, even legendary cycling challenges.
Wild Heart of Tasmania: A living history of Lake Malbena and the Western Lakes
by Greg FrenchWild Heart of Tasmania is a lively collection of stories centred around a highland wilderness. It portrays bushwalking and backcountry fishing as a way of life, and historic bush huts as social fabric.In the early 2000s, Greg French was approached by a talented young fly fisher to write a foreword to a proposed book. Greg helped the aspiring author and shared his most treasured backcountry destinations. Then bewildering events surrounding a quaint hut on a remote island turned everything on its head.The application for a commercial development in the middle of one of Tasmania's most treasured wilderness zones blindsided traditional users. Subsequent events blindsided the State Government and the developer. No one could have guessed how much national media coverage would be generated by the ostensibly tiny Lake Malbena proposal.What is it about the Western Lakes that fuels such passion? Where does lifelong and multi-generational attachment to the land fit into the narrative? What are the ramifications for ecotourism in Tasmania? And why should any of this matter to the rest of Australia?Wild Heart of Tasmania is an inspirational tale for those who love wild places and wildlife, and a cautionary one for those who believe Australia's national parks to be well protected and its democracy sacrosanct. Quirky communities and quirky people never seemed so important.
Wild Hunger
by Charlotte LambSinsYou can never be too rich, or too thin....When Gerard Findlay looked at Keira, he saw a tall, willowy beauty who took his breath away....When Keira looked at herself in the mirror, she saw an unattractive girl who wasn't quite thin enough to deserve her fame as a supermodel. And now Gerard had discovered the secret she had kept hidden from the world.So why did he still pursue her? The closer Gerard got, the more Keira hungered over his love, but instinct fold her that her need would never be satisfied. After all, Gerard was a hardened journalist, and seduction could just be the means to a story....Love can conquer the deadliest of Sins.
Wild LA: Explore the Amazing Nature in and Around Los Angeles
by Jason G. Goldman Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County Lila M. Higgins Gregory B. Pauly Charles Hood“Put on your hiking shoes, pack your binoculars, and rediscover the City of Angels.” —Westways Magazine Los Angeles may have a reputation as a concrete jungle, but in reality, it's full of amazing wildlife. You just need to know where to find it! Equal parts natural history, field guide, and trip planner, Wild LA has something for everyone. It looks at the factors that shape local nature—including fire, floods, and climate—and profiles over 100 local species, from easy-to-spot squirrels and praying mantids to more elusive green sea turtles, bighorn sheep, and mountain lions. Also included are descriptions of day trips that help you explore natural wonders on hiking trails, in public parks, and in your own backyard.
Wild NYC: Experience the Amazing Nature in and around New York City (Wild Series)
by Ryan MandelbaumA vibrant, family friendly guide to the unexpected nature found in and around the Big Apple. New York City may have a reputation as a concrete jungle, but in reality, it's full of amazing wildlife. You just need to know where to find it! Equal parts natural history, field guide, and trip planner, Wild NYC has something for everyone. It looks at the factors that shape local nature—including fire, floods, and climate—and profiles over 100 local species, from easy-to-spot squirrels and praying mantids to more elusive humpback whales, purple finches, and so much more. Also included are descriptions of day trips that help you explore natural wonders on hiking trails, in public parks, and on your own street.
Wild Nights Out: The Magic of Exploring the Outdoors After Dark
by Chris Salisbury"A fun, inventive adventure guide about helping children explore nature after dark . . . Its activities are a great excuse to turn off the television, set down smartphones, and explore the rich, mysterious world just beyond the back door."—Foreword Reviews The go-to guide for exploring nature at night, whether on summer holidays, weekends away or even back garden adventures! Foreword by Chris Packham, author, naturalist, and BBC presenter Learn how to call for owls, walk like a fox and expand your sensory perceptions. Wild Nights Out is a wonderful new hands-on guide for those who wish to take kids (of all ages) outdoors for fun, thrilling nighttime nature adventures. Parents, grandparents, teachers and nature educators alike will discover a wealth of unique activities to explore the natural world from dusk till dawn. Alongside games, walks and exercises to expand our senses, storyteller and outdoor educator Chris Salisbury will bring this unexplored nocturnal dimension to life with lore about badgers, bats and minibeasts as well as tales of the constellations and planets to share around the campfire. In Wild Nights Out you can expect to find: 25 fun and informative games and activities Practical information on how to conduct night walks safely Animal facts and stargazing stories Beautiful black-and-white illustrations throughout Nature has so much to offer at night, so let Wild Nights Out be your guide to the dark. It will boost the resilience and self-confidence of children and adults, and instill a lifelong love of having fun in the outdoors when the sun goes down.
Wild Pitch
by Matt ChristopherEddie doesn't think girls should play baseball in his league. But when one of his pitches injures a girl, his feelings start to change.
Wild Pitch
by Mike Lupica"Showtime" Charlie Stoddard blew out his phenomenal pitching arm along with the rest of his life. Now, the only cheers he gets are from boozing and one-night stands-- until a mysterious physical therapist hands him a second chance at the big time.
Wild Pitch (Backyard Sports #1)
by Michael TeitelbaumIn this action-packed baseball story, the Backyard Bombers, a pick-up team, play their biggest rivals, the Sluggin' Tigers.
Wild Pitch (Cal Ripken Jr.'s All Stars #3)
by Kevin Cowherd Cal Ripken Jr.A page-turner packed with action and redemption by legendary short-stop and a veteran sportswriter Cal Ripkin.Robbie Hammond is the hardest throwing pitcher in the Babe Ruth League. But what good is all that heat when he can't seem to find the plate? With Robbie struggling, the Orioles are suffering through a nightmare season, still looking for their first win. Robbie's teammates are whispering that the only reason he's even pitching is that he's the coach's kid. They've even given him a new nickname: Ball Four. What the other Orioles don't know is that Robbie is still haunted by a fastball that got away from him and injured a batter in last year's All-Star Game. Now, with the pressure mounting, he's willing to try anything to get his control back, including listening to a mysterious boy who just might hold the key to helping Robbie and the Orioles save their season. This third action-packed book in Cal Ripken Jr.'s All-Star series will have readers on the edge of their seats as they root for Robbie's comeback.
Wild Pitches: Extra Innings from Out of My League
by Dirk Hayhurst"Dirk Hayhurst has done it again...Turns out he's a starter and a closer."--Tim Kurkjian, ESPNAs a major and not-so-major league pitcher, Dirk Hayhurst has learned to master more than striking out batters. While waiting for his name to be called in the bullpen, he honed his gifts as a storyteller, one the New York Times calls the "best writer in a baseball uniform." In this often hilarious collection of adventures on and off the diamond, Dirk details the intricacies of pulling off an epic team prank, even if it's at his own expense; the art of creating the perfect professional baseball nickname; his comically ineffective attempts at writing romance novels; and the bizarre tale in which a bear gets punched in the face (yes, really). No matter how wild his story, Dirk proves once again he knows that it's all in the delivery."I find his writing both entertaining and thought provoking...unlike his fastball."--Ben Zobrist, Tampa Bay Rays All-Star "Dirk Hayhurst writes about baseball in a unique way. Observant, insightful, human, and hilarious." --Bob Costas"Hayhurst delivers an entertaining story for more than just sports fans."--Jordan Bastian, MLB.com"Hayhurst explains life in the minors and the major leagues like you've never read it before."--J. J. Cooper, Baseball America"Insight and humor from the pitcher's mound."--Businessweek51,300 Words.
Wild Ride: The Rise and Tragic Fall of Calumet Farm, Inc., America's Premier Racing Dynasty
by Ann Hagedorn AuerbachWild Ride is Ann Hagedorn Auerbach's award-winning chronicle of the tragic story behind the downfall of horse racing's crown jewel.Founded in 1924 by Chicago mogul William Monroe Wright, Calumet Farm was to the world of thoroughbred racing what the New York Yankees are to baseball--a sports dynasty. The stable bred so many superstars that it became the standard by which all achievements were measured in the horse racing industry. But during the 1980s, a web of financial schemes left Calumet destitute.Auerbach's account is an investigation of the fast-track, multibillion-dollar thoroughbred industry and the fall of Calumet--the inside story of a debacle that extended further than anyone could have imagined. Spanning four generations, this fast-paced saga brings to life a gallery of colorful characters from Calumet's glittery past. Wild Ride shows the industry's transformation from a clubby blue-blood society where a handshake closed a deal to a high-stakes business bulging with bankers and scandalous deal making. When the Bluegrass Bubble exploded, one of America's largest family fortunes lay in ruins."A fascinating tale with a cast of characters worthy of Dickens -- or Runyon." -- Carl Desens, BusinessWeek
Wild Roads Washington, 2nd Edition : 80 Scenic Drives to Camping, Hiking Trails, and Adventures
by Seabury BlairWhether you love living on the road or are just fighting the Sunday scaries, discover the 80 best scenic drives to camping, trails, and adventures in Washington!Now fully updated with 5 new roads, Wild Roads Washington is perfect for roadtripping enthusiasts, RV-ers, and #vanlifers looking to explore the best vistas the state has to offer.Experience some serious road rave with drives that take you to the most beautiful places in Washington State, such as:Views of Mount Rainier at the end of the road to Sun Top Vistas of Lake Cushman and Hoot Canal from atop Mount Ellinor in the OlympicsPicnics amid alpine scenery at Salmon Meadows in the Okanogan National ForestThe 80 routes span the state from eastern Washington to the Olympics and the coast and are on paved and dirt roads that are all traversable by car, and take you to excellent trailheads for further adventure by foot! Rating by distance, road condition, and grade from Flatlanders Welcome to Valium Prescribed makes this guide flexible to your capability. Wild Roads Washington invites you to connect with nature again—all from the comfort of your vehicle.
Wild Roads Washington: 80 Scenic Drives to Camping, Hiking Trails, and Adventures
by Seabury BlairThis choose-your-own-adventure guidebook is the first of its kind to take take the easy hike offroading--and up forest roads into the lush landscape of Washington State. Most forest roads in Washington climb almost as high as some of the trails, providing vistas almost as good as those reached by foot. Featuring 75 roads throughout the state, the author outlines hikes off of each route, whether you want to start by foot at the bottom or closer to the peak. Some of these roads are paved and designated Forest Highways, while others are rough, single-lane routes where wildlife and scenery outnumber vehicles.
Wild Signs and Star Paths: 'A beautifully written almanac of tricks and tips that we've lost along the way' Observer
by Tristan Gooley'A paean to the beauty and majesty of nature, especially the nature we overlook in our back gardens and local parks... And like all the best books, it makes the world around you a lot more interesting' - Spectator'Beautifully written... I promise you will feel more in tune with the world around after reading only one chapter of Wild Signs and Star Paths, let alone the book in its entirety' - Royal Institute of Navigation'A beautifully written almanac of tricks and tips that we've lost along the way' - ObserverTristan Gooley, author of the internationally bestselling How To Read Water and The Walker's Guide to Outdoor Clues & Signs, shows how it is possible to achieve a level of outdoors awareness that will enable you to sense direction from stars and plants, forecast weather from woodland sounds and predict the next action of an animal from its body language - instantly.Although once common, this now rare awareness would be labelled by many as a 'sixth sense'. We have become so distanced from this way of experiencing our environment that it may initially seem hard to believe that it is possible, but Tristan Gooley uses a collection of 'keys' to show how everyone can develop this ability and enjoy the outdoors in an exciting way - one that is both new and ancient.
Wild Signs and Star Paths: 'A beautifully written almanac of tricks and tips that we've lost along the way' Observer
by Tristan Gooley'Beautifully written... I promise you will feel more in tune with the world around after reading only one chapter of Wild Signs and Star Paths, let alone the book in its entirety' - Royal Institute of Navigation'A beautifully written almanac of tricks and tips that we've lost along the way' - ObserverThe keys to enjoying the outdoors in an extraordinary way, one that is new and ancient.Tristan Gooley, author of the internationally bestselling How To Read Water and The Walker's Guide to Outdoor Clues & Signs, shows how it is possible to achieve a level of outdoors awareness that will enable you to sense direction from stars and plants, forecast weather from woodland sounds and predict the next action of an animal from its body language - instantly.Although once common, this now rare awareness would be labelled by many as a 'sixth sense'. We have become so distanced from this way of experiencing our environment that it may initially seem hard to believe that it is possible, but Tristan Gooley uses a collection of 'keys' to show how everyone can develop this ability and enjoy the outdoors in an exciting way - one that is both new and ancient.(P)2018 Hodder & Stoughton Limited
Wild Tracks!: A Guide to Nature's Footprints
by Jim Arnosky<P>When children learn to recognize and read animal tracks they're actually mastering an ancient language of shapes and patterns--and gaining knowledge of the natural world. <P>This is the perfect gift for a budding naturalist, animal lover, or artist. Jim Arnosky has been honored for his overall contribution to literature for children by the Eva L. Gordon Award and the Washington Post/Children's Book Guild Award for nonfiction. Many of his books have been chosen as ALA Notable Books, including Drawing from Nature, a Christopher Award-winner. Wild Tracks! is Jim's 100th book for children. Image descriptions present.
Wild West Wife
by Jayne AddisonJosh Spencer, Meet Your New Partner...Carly Gerard showed up on Josh Spencer's doorstep, like a long-lost wife, claiming to own half of everything-including his Wild West Show. But Josh didn't need-or want-a partner. Especially a sassy redhead who got him so rattled, he didn't know whether to chase her off-or sweep her into his arms.And Future Wife!Josh might think she had no place on their ranch-but Carly wasn't about to give up on her share so easily. Especially when just the sight of this rugged cowboy made her heart race double time. The best way to handle Josh? Show him just how desirable the perfect partner could be....
Wild Wisdom: Primal Skills to Survive in Nature
by Donny DustSurvive anything nature throws your way with these survival tips and wilderness philosophy from renowned outdoorsman and now beloved TikTok star Donny Dust.Donny Dust is a US Marine Corps veteran who now owns and operates Colorado&’s premier survival and wilderness self-reliance school. He&’s amassed two decades worth of primitive living skills everywhere from the jungles of Asia to the mountains of North America. He&’s appeared on reality TV series like History Channel&’s Alone and hosted USA Channel&’s Mud, Sweat & Beards. Now, Donny brings all he&’s learned to Wild Wisdom. He teaches you how to be more observant to help avoid danger, problem-solve, prioritize finding shelter, and to be flexible and creative when you need the right supplies for a task. He also focuses on essential gear, sheltering, building fire, staying hydrated, food, foraging, and trapping. Beautiful and instructive illustrations throughout make this is must-carry for anyone venturing into nature. Millions of people now follow Donny Dust on TikTok to watch him craft objects from nothing but what he finds in the wilderness. Even the tools he uses to do the crafting are made from scratch, whether it&’s a saw, chisel, hammer, or cordage. He&’s made bows, arrows, axes, rope, sandals, backpacks, bowls, swords, and of course, fire—lots of fire—but Wild Wisdom offers so much more. Written by one of the country&’s foremost experts, it&’s a book for almost anyone, whether you&’re a longtime outdoorsperson hoping to hone your skills and deepen your appreciation and understanding of the wilderness, or a newcomer looking to take your first adventures in nature.