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¡Las mascotas mandan! #1: Mi reino de tinieblas (Pets Rule!)
by Susan TanPets, hilarity, and plots for world domination come together in Pets Rule!, an early chapter book series perfect for fans of The Secret Life of Pets!Te presentamos a Ember, un chihuahua que acaba de ser adoptado por la familia Chin. Ember no es un perro ordinario: cree que es un malvado señor supremo, destinado a gobernar el mundo. El chihuahua recluta a las otras mascotas de la casa, Steve el Hámster y Neo el Canario, para hacerse cargo del vecindario. Su primera misión es derrotar a Masher, la ardilla malvada que vive al lado. Sin embargo, Ember se sientecada vez más apegado a sus "secuaces", la familia Chin, especialmente a Lucy. ¿Tendrá madera suficiente para controlar el vecindario... y el mundo?Meet Ember, a rescue Chihuahua who has just been adopted by the Chin family. Ember is no ordinary dog: he thinks he is an evil overlord, destined to rule the world. He enlists the help of the other pets in the house, like Smelly Steve the hamster and Neo the canary, to take over the neighborhood. Their first mission is defeating Masher, the mean squirrel who lives next door. But to his shock, Ember finds himself growing attached to his “minions”, the Chin family—especially Lucy. Does Ember still have what it takes to control of the neighborhood… and the world?
Masha and the Bear: A Magical Holiday (Masha And The Bear Ser.)
by Lauren ForteMasha & The Bear is the YouTube animated sensation that received billions of views! Join this rambunctious little girl and her best friend as they go on adventures-for the very first time, in books!Masha loves the holidays! So does the Bear, but he thinks he wants to spend it alone. When Masha finds a magic hat, she uses it to spread cheer to all of her friends. The Bear may want to be left alone, but Masha has a better idea!Comes with a pull-out poster! © 2008-2017 Animaccord LTD. All trademarks are owned by Animaccord LTD. www.mashabear.com
Masha and the Bear: The Girl Who Called Wolf (Passport to Reading Level 1)
by Lauren ForteMasha & The Bear is the YouTube animated sensation that received billions of views! Join this rambunctious little girl and her best friend as they go on adventures-for the very first time, in books!The Bear gives his cell phone to Masha-in case she needs help. But she calls him for little things again and again! When Masha really does need help, will the Bear answer her call?Passport to Reading Level 1 ©2008-2017 Animaccord LTD. All trademarks are owned by Animaccord LTD. www.mashabear.com
Masha and the Bear: A Spooky Bedtime
by Lauren ForteMasha & The Bear is the YouTube animated sensation that received billions of views! Join this rambunctious little girl and her best friend as they go on adventures-for the very first time, in books!When the Bear isn't looking, Masha watches part of a scary movie right before bed. Now she's too scared to sleep! The Bear tries to help, but he only makes things worse-now, Masha thinks there's a monster in the house! Can the Bear calm Masha down, or will they be up all night?!©2008-2017 Animaccord LTD. All trademarks are owned by Animaccord LTD. www.mashabear.com
Masha and the Bear: The Best Birthday (Passport to Reading Level 1)
by Lauren ForteMasha & The Bear is the YouTube animated sensation that received billions of views! Join this rambunctious little girl and her best friend as they go on adventures-for the very first time, in books!After the Bear's birthday, Masha gets excited about her own special day-and all of the presents she'll get. But when her birthday finally arrives, she can't find her friends. Where are they? Did they forget?!Passport to Reading Level 1© 2008-2017 Animaccord LTD. All trademarks are owned by Animaccord LTD. www.mashabear.com
Masked Prowler
by Jean Craighead George John GeorgeProcyon, a young raccoon, explores the woods, has great adventures, and learns to survive in the world around him Procyon, a raccoon born in a forest in Minnesota, lives happily with his mother, brother, and two sisters. He spends his days playing in the woods around their den, learning to find larvae and crayfish in the streambeds, and to avoid predators like Otus, the screech owl. But eventually the little raccoon must leave his family to make his own way in the world, relying on all that his mother has taught him. Suddenly, Procyon's littermates are his rivals--for food, for shelter, and for a mate. Evading humans as well as wild predators, Procyon uses his instincts and natural cunning to do what all animals must: survive and thrive. This ebook features an illustrated biography of Jean Craighead George, including rare photos from the author's personal collection.
Masks: Sunita (Vet Volunteers #11)
by Laurie Halse AndersonHalloween is coming. Sunita and her fellow Wild at Heart volunteers, Maggie, Brenna, and David are excitedly making plans for their costumes. But when Sunita's cat get's a hold of some yarn by mistake Sunita finds herself questioning just how much animal contact she should have. To take a break from the clinic, she accepts an internship at an animal research lab. Discusses many issues surrounding animal testing in a kid friendly way.
Mason Dixon: Pet Disasters (Mason Dixon #1)
by Claudia Mills Guy FrancisSoon-to-be fourth-grader Mason Dixon does not want a pet, but his parents think it will be good for him. Goldfish dies soon after his arrival (from overfeeding). Mason is relieved. Hamster escapes. Mason is relieved. Cat has to go back because best friend Brody is too allergic to ever be at their house while Cat is there. Mason is relieved. But when Dog comes, it takes a little dose of jealousy for Mason to realize he does want a pet, all of his very own. Claudia Mills introduces a new, hilarious character in Mason, and each of the three books about him will feature both boys as they cope with a new experience; pitch-perfect for 8- to 10- year-old newly independent readers, the books will maintain a consistent page count and feature black-and-while art throughout.From the Hardcover edition.
Mason's World Dictionary of Livestock Breeds, Types and Varieties
by Valerie PorterMason's World Dictionary of Livestock Breeds, Types and Varieties, now in its sixth edition, has a long history as a reliable and authoritative source of key livestock breed information. Intended as a list of livestock names and synonyms for breeds, groups, types and varieties worldwide, the dictionary aims to include all names found in the literature, 'defining' each breed or type with a brief indication of identifying characteristics, uses and source of origin. Expanded into a new edition, this established and trusted resource: Extends coverage to include yak and camelids in addition to the existing cattle, sheep, pigs, goats, horses, asses and water buffalo.Features well over 10,000 entries and cross-references on breeds, sub-breeds, types, varieties, strains and lines of species.Covers newly created and now-recognised local breeds documented over the past two decades. An important updated work, Mason's Dictionary forms a useful reference for livestock breeders and academics interested in breeds, as well as national and international organizations with interests in livestock.
Mason's World Encyclopedia of Livestock Breeds and Breeding: 2 volume pack
by Valerie Porter D. Phillip Sponenberg Stephen Hall Lawrence AldersonMason's World Encyclopedia of Livestock Breeds and Breeding describes breeds of livestock worldwide as well as a range of breed-related subjects such as husbandry, health and behaviour. This definitive and prestigious reference work presents easily accessible information on domestication (including wild ancestors and related species), genetics and breeding, livestock produce and markets, as well as breed conservation and the cultural and social aspects of livestock farming. Written by renowned livestock authorities, these volumes draw on the authors' lifelong interest and involvement in livestock breeds of the world, presenting a unique, comprehensive and fully cross-referenced guide to cattle, buffalo, horses, pigs, sheep, asses, goats, camelids, yak and other domesticants. Volume 1: contains asses, camelids, cattle, goats, horses and pigs Volume 2: contains sheep, water buffalo, yak and other livestock Coverage: Breed descriptions: including groups, types and varieties, history and links between groups, livestock products and trends for creating new breeds Wild species: ancestral and relatives, potential domesticants and hybridization Humans and breeds: spread of domestication, transhumance and pastoralism, social and cultural influences, suitability of different groups for different human purposes Genetics and Conservation: a dedicated section and glossary of terms Placing breeds in a practical agricultural context, this two volume encyclopedia will be of great value to agriculturalists, breeders, geneticists, biologists, rural historians, conservationists, ecologists, and all those who are interested in the rich diversity of livestock breeds.
Masquerade
by Jessica BurkhartCanterwood Crest Academy cordially invites you to a costume party--with a special sweetheart surprise.Canterwood is known for its fabulous parties, and Halloween is no exception. Lauren Towers is especially excited for the big day. Not only is it her favorite holiday, it's also her birthday! And this year, she and her friends will celebrate in style--by attending Canterwood's first-ever masquerade ball. What Lauren doesn't know is that there's a special someone behind a mask, just waiting to be revealed. Will this mysterious guest make this masquerade magnifique, or will her perfect birthday bash become a bummer?
Masquerade
by Jessica BurkhartCanterwood Crest Academy cordially invites you to a costume party--with a special sweetheart surprise.Canterwood is known for its fabulous parties, and Halloween is no exception. Lauren Towers is especially excited for the big day. Not only is it her favorite holiday, it's also her birthday! And this year, she and her friends will celebrate in style--by attending Canterwood's first-ever masquerade ball. What Lauren doesn't know is that there's a special someone behind a mask, just waiting to be revealed. Will this mysterious guest make this masquerade magnifique, or will her perfect birthday bash become a bummer?
A Master of Science History: Essays in Honor of Charles Coulston Gillispie (Archimedes #30)
by Jed Z. BuchwaldNew essays in science history ranging across the entire field and related in most instance to the works of Charles Gillispie, one of the field's founders.
Master Pongo: A Gorilla Conquers Europe (Animalibus: Of Animals and Cultures #17)
by Mustafa HaikalIn the summer of 1876, Berlin anxiously awaited the arrival of what was billed as "the most gigantic ape known to zoology." Described by European explorers only a few decades earlier, gorillas had rarely been seen outside of Africa, and emerging theories of evolution only increased the public’s desire to see this "monster with human features." However, when he arrived, the so-called monster turned out to be a juvenile male less than thirty-two inches tall. Known as M’Pungu (Master Pongo), or simply Pongo, the gorilla was put on display in the Unter den Linden Aquarium in the center of Berlin. Expecting the horrid creature described by the news outlets of the time, the crowds who flocked to see Pongo were at first surprised and then charmed by the little ape. He quickly became one of the largest attractions in the city, and his handlers exploited him for financial gain and allowed doctors and scientists to study him closely. Throughout his time in Europe, Pongo was treated like a person in many respects. He drank beer, ate meat, slept at the home of the head of the aquarium, and "visited" London and Hamburg. But this new lifestyle and foreign environment weren’t healthy for the little gorilla. Pongo fell ill frequently and died of "consumption" in November 1877, less than a year and a half after being brought to Europe.An irresistible read, illustrated with contemporaneous drawings, this critical retelling of the expedition that brought Pongo to Berlin and of his short life in Europe sheds important light on human-animal interactions and science at a time in Western society when the theory of evolution was first gaining ground.
Master Pongo: A Gorilla Conquers Europe (Animalibus)
by Mustafa HaikalIn the summer of 1876, Berlin anxiously awaited the arrival of what was billed as “the most gigantic ape known to zoology.” Described by European explorers only a few decades earlier, gorillas had rarely been seen outside of Africa, and emerging theories of evolution only increased the public’s desire to see this “monster with human features.” However, when he arrived, the so-called monster turned out to be a juvenile male less than thirty-two inches tall. Known as M’Pungu (Master Pongo), or simply Pongo, the gorilla was put on display in the Unter den Linden Aquarium in the center of Berlin. Expecting the horrid creature described by the news outlets of the time, the crowds who flocked to see Pongo were at first surprised and then charmed by the little ape. He quickly became one of the largest attractions in the city, and his handlers exploited him for financial gain and allowed doctors and scientists to study him closely. Throughout his time in Europe, Pongo was treated like a person in many respects. He drank beer, ate meat, slept at the home of the head of the aquarium, and “visited” London and Hamburg. But this new lifestyle and foreign environment weren’t healthy for the little gorilla. Pongo fell ill frequently and died of “consumption” in November 1877, less than a year and a half after being brought to Europe.An irresistible read, illustrated with contemporaneous drawings, this critical retelling of the expedition that brought Pongo to Berlin and of his short life in Europe sheds important light on human-animal interactions and science at a time in Western society when the theory of evolution was first gaining ground.
Masterpiece
by Elise BroachIn this follow-up to "Shakespeare's Secret," Broach delivers a fast-paced mystery in which a young boy and a beetle attempt to pull off a staged art heist at the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
A Master's Guide to Building a Bamboo Fly Rod: The Essential and Classic Principles and Methods
by Everett E. Garrison Hoagy B. CarmichaelLearn the science and art of creating a one-of-a-kind bamboo fly rod.Fly fishing has a long and storied history. While many flyfishermen will find and purchase their favorite fly rod, there are those who desire to go a step further. For those discerning flyfishermen and women, simply buying a rod is not enough-they must build one. And just as fly fishing is an art, so is the creation of the bamboo fly rod.Many people believe that the best-feeling rods, particularly for trout fishing, are made from bamboo, and today’s bamboo rod-making tradition is particularly indebted to one man: Everett E. Garrison. Using principles he learned as an engineering student, Garrison created an exacting method of building rod-a method that for decades was a well-kept secret.These techniques are presented to the reader in A Master’s Guide to Building a Bamboo Fly Rod, a classic volume written by Hoagy B. Carmichael to honor and maintain Garrison’s legacy. Completely illustrated with black-and-white drawings and over three hundred and sixty black-and-white photographs, along with copious notes on the mathematical and engineering principles that underlie Garrison’s unique rod-making technique, this book will guide you through each step of creating a classic bamboo fly rod.Skyhorse Publishing is proud to publish a broad range of books for fishermen. Our books for anglers include titles that focus on fly fishing, bait fishing, fly-casting, spin casting, deep sea fishing, and surf fishing. Our books offer both practical advice on tackle, techniques, knots, and more, as well as lyrical prose on fishing for bass, trout, salmon, crappie, baitfish, catfish, and more. While not every title we publish becomes a New York Times bestseller or a national bestseller, we are committed to publishing books on subjects that are sometimes overlooked by other publishers and to authors whose work might not otherwise find a home.
Mastiff: A Comprehensive Guide to Owning and Caring for Your Dog
by Christina De Lima-NettoThe experts at Kennel Club Books presents the world's largest series of breed-specific canine care books. Each critically acclaimed Comprehensive Owner's Guide covers everything from breed standards to behavior, from training to health and nutrition. With nearly 200 titles in print, this series is sure to please the fancier of even the rarest breed.
Mastitis Control in Dairy Herds
by Peter Edmondson Roger BloweyMastitis in dairy herds is a worldwide problem, with significant implications for milk yields and quality, economic losses, and animal health and welfare. Effective control makes a considerable difference to the farmer and the animal, and this new edition includes updated information throughout as well as new chapters covering organic dairy herds, dry period infections, robotic milking, residue avoidance, and best practice procedures. The authors, both fellows of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons and recognised experts in the field, provide basic principles relevant to farmers, vets and veterinary students in a clear and practical way, covering anatomy, epidemiology, milking machines, disinfection, somatic cell counts, and diseases of the udders and teats in order to provide a thorough understanding of the causes of mastitis and measures of control and prevention. It is an indispensable resource for large animal vets, dairy industry personnel, farm managers, dairy herdsmen, and researchers and students in animal sciences and related disciplines.
Maternal Effects in Mammals
by Dario Maestripieri Jill M. MateoEvolutionary maternal effects occur whenever a mother's phenotypic traits directly affect her offspring's phenotype, independent of the offspring's genotype. Some of the phenotypic traits that result in maternal effects have a genetic basis, whereas others are environmentally determined. For example, the size of a litter produced by a mammalian mother--a trait with a strong genetic basis--can affect the growth rate of her offspring, while a mother's dominance rank--an environmentally determined trait--can affect the dominance rank of her offspring. The first volume published on the subject in more than a decade,Maternal Effects in Mammalsreflects advances in genomic, ecological, and behavioral research, as well new understandings of the evolutionary interplay between mothers and their offspring. Dario Maestripieri and Jill M. Mateo bring together a learned group of contributors to synthesize the vast literature on a range of species, highlight evolutionary processes that were previously overlooked, and propose new avenues of research. Maternal Effects in Mammalswill serve as the most comprehensive compendium on and stimulus for interdisciplinary treatments of mammalian maternal effects.
The Math Adventurers: Learn About Time (The Math Adventurers)
by Sital Gorasia ChapmanJoin two friendly and funny robots, Beep and Boots, as they learn all about time and discover that math is everywhere they look.Beep and Boots are looking forward to a day out at the zoo, especially getting to see their favorite animal – the giraffe. But they have to keep an eye on the time else they&’ll miss feeding time! It&’s all too easy to get distracted by lions, tigers, and tasty snacks – 15 minutes here, half an hour there! Pretty soon, Beep and Boots realize they might be late. Will they make it to the giraffe enclosure in time? This fun and educational math book for children features: - A fun and engaging introduction to telling the time for children aged 5-7.- Lively illustrations and rhyming text that brings the characters and math topics to life.- Key math topics including shapes, time, measurements, division, and fractions – all essential learning for this age group.- Illustrations that are in a non-gendered color palette, making the traditionally male subject relatable for all genders.- A relatable storyline for young readers, encouraging them to look for math in their homes and environments, and seeing how, often without even knowing it, they use math everyday.Characterful illustrations and rhyming text bring Beep and Boots to life. Children aged 5–7 will love seeing the adventures the robot duo go on and will learn key mathematical concepts concerning time in a gentle, fun way, including telling the time and hours, minutes, and seconds. Questions at the end of the book reinforce learning and encourage kids to look at the math they can see in the world around them.At DK, we believe in the power of discovery. So why stop there?The Math Adventurers series uses everyday scenarios to show how math is all around us, making this difficult subject more accessible. If you loved The Math Adventurers: A Day at the Zoo, then you&’ll love The Math Adventurers: Chip and Christine Build a Friendship!
Mathematical Foundations of Neuroscience
by David H. Terman G. Bard ErmentroutThis book applies methods from nonlinear dynamics to problems in neuroscience. It uses modern mathematical approaches to understand patterns of neuronal activity seen in experiments and models of neuronal behavior. The intended audience is researchers interested in applying mathematics to important problems in neuroscience, and neuroscientists who would like to understand how to create models, as well as the mathematical and computational methods for analyzing them. The authors take a very broad approach and use many different methods to solve and understand complex models of neurons and circuits. They explain and combine numerical, analytical, dynamical systems and perturbation methods to produce a modern approach to the types of model equations that arise in neuroscience. There are extensive chapters on the role of noise, multiple time scales and spatial interactions in generating complex activity patterns found in experiments. The early chapters require little more than basic calculus and some elementary differential equations and can form the core of a computational neuroscience course. Later chapters can be used as a basis for a graduate class and as a source for current research in mathematical neuroscience. The book contains a large number of illustrations, chapter summaries and hundreds of exercises which are motivated by issues that arise in biology, and involve both computation and analysis. Bard Ermentrout is Professor of Computational Biology and Professor of Mathematics at the University of Pittsburgh. David Terman is Professor of Mathematics at the Ohio State University. "This excellent 422 page hardcover publication is an accessible and concise monograph. ... Mathematical Foundations is a timely contribution that will prove useful to mathematics graduate students and faculty interested in the application of dynamical systems theory to cellular and systems neuroscience. ... welcome addition to the pedagogical literature. ... For mathematics graduate students who are investigating the field of computational neuroscience, I would highly recommend Mathematical Foundations of Neuroscience as their first computational neuroscience text." (Gregory D. Smith, The Mathematical Association of America, December, 2010) "...it is a good substitute for a lengthy regime of abstract maths classes, but it is also well integrated into the field of neuroscience. Ermentrout and Terman's book conveys much of the advanced mathematics used in theoretical neuroscience today." (Vincent A. Billock, Nature)
Mathematical Modelling and Analysis of Infectious Diseases (Studies in Systems, Decision and Control #302)
by Khalid Hattaf Hemen DuttaThis book discusses significant research and study topics related to mathematical modelling and analysis of infectious diseases. It includes several models and modelling approaches with different aims, such as identifying and analysing causes of occurrence and re-occurrence, causes of spreading, treatments and control strategies. A valuable resource for researchers, students, educators, scientists, professionals and practitioners interested in gaining insights into various aspects of infectious diseases using mathematical modelling and mathematical analysis, the book will also appeal to general readers wanting to understand the dynamics of various diseases and related issues. Key FeaturesMathematical models that describe population prevalence or incidence of infectious diseasesMathematical tools and techniques to analyse data on the incidence of infectious diseasesEarly detection and risk estimate models of infectious diseasesMathematical models that describe the transmission of infectious diseases and analyse dataDynamical analysis and control strategies for infectious diseasesStudies comparing the utility of particular models in describing infected diseases-related issues such as social, health and economic
Matilda Fluffywing Helps Out: Book 16 (Magic Animal Friends #16)
by Daisy MeadowsWelcome to a magical world where animals talk and play - just like you and me!Nasty witch Grizelda has used her horrid magic on the Kindness Tree and now all the animals in Friendship Forest are being mean! Can Lily, Jess and baby owl Matilda Fluffywing break Grizelda's spell and save the Heart Trees before it's too late?