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Two Dogs and a Horse
by Jim KjelgaardHere's three of the best short stories from Jim Kjelgaard! Brad was a huge dog and loyal to one man--Jed Fentress. The villagers joked about the 'lion' that walked beside Old Jed; he'd better be careful! When a local man found Old Jed dead on the trail, Brad was a hunted dog! * * * The hill men said nobody could capture that wild horse, and nothing could tame it. Then young crippled Jed Hale did what no other man in the whole valley had done, and the black was Jed's. * * * Johnny raced to the swamp. A gun and Harold had been missing since early morning. Johnny didn't want Harold to do what Johnny might have to do--kill the wounded goose. And what about the goose's companion, a dog?!
Two Dogs in a Trench Coat Enter Stage Left (Two Dogs in a Trench Coat #4)
by Julie FalatkoSassy and Waldo are good dogs in the spotlight when their class puts on a school play!Sassy and Waldo love to have fun!Like when they put on their trench coat and everyone think they're a student named Salty.Stewart knows the truth though. He is their best boy.Their whole class is doing a school play.Play? Dogs love to play!But now Stewart is acting like a different person. An evil person.Sassy and Waldo need to get their boy back!Even if it means doing that other kind of play.
Two Dogs in a Trench Coat Go on a Class Trip (Two Dogs in a Trench Coat #3)
by Julie FalatkoSassy and Waldo love trips!When they put on their trench coat, everyone thinks they're a human kid named Salty.They can go to all the places that don't let dogs in. Like school. And the museum.Stewart says the museum is all facts and learning. He is not excited to go there.But Sassy and Waldo have a permission slip that says lunch on it.How can a trip to a place with lunch be bad?Sassy and Waldo are very excited for their class trip.And that's before they find out about the giant bones.
Two Dogs in a Trench Coat Go to School (Two Dogs in a Trench Coat #1)
by Colin Jack Julie FalatkoSassy and Waldo are good dogs. They spend the day keeping their house safe. Has a squirrel ever gotten inside? No! But every day their boy, Stewart, comes home from this terrible place called school smelling like anxiety and looseleaf paper. Sassy and Waldo decide to save Stewart. But they don't let dogs into school. So Sassy and Waldo decide to get creative. They put on an old trench coat, and now everyone at Bea Arthur Elementary thinks they are a new student named Salty from Liver, Ohio. Well, everyone except Stewart. Sassy and Waldo love school! Everything smells like meat and dirty socks. And they discover a whole other way to help out Stewart!
Two Dogs in A Trench Coat Start a Club by Accident
by Julie FalatkoSassy and Waldo love school! They get to wear a trench coat and everyone thinks they're a new student named Salty. Except Stewart. He knows the truth. But then Stewart has to stay after school for a club. <p><p> Sassy and Waldo know that a club is a sandwich. But it's not that kind of club. <p> Sassy and Waldo go to the best place to wait for Stewart in the empty school: the cafeteria! Snacks! Running! Places to nap! <p> Their classmates find out what Salty is doing there and they want in on the club. <p> Only it's not the sandwich kind.
Two Fur One (Home for Meow)
by Reese EschmannAll the "awwws" of animal adoption stories are combined with sugary sweetness in this new, fun-filled chapter book series about a cat café!Every home needs a cat!Kira Parker lives above The Purrfect Cup, the cat café that her family owns and runs. When her parents decide they want to renovate it, she is worried because it means knocking down a wall! Why would they do that when the café is already purrfect?When a stray cat and its puppy companion find their way into the café, Kira has the GREAT IDEA to convince her parents that they belong at The Purrfect Cup. They don’t need to make any changes for it to be the perfect home! But as Kira tries her best to keep renovations from happening, she and her friends learn that maybe what makes a home isn’t just colorful walls or wobbly shelves…
The Two Golden Geese
by Joanna Korba Jeffrey Fuerst Jackie UrbanovicPerform this script about two golden geese.
Two Green Birds
by Geraldo ValérioA child in Brazil experiences the beauty and wonder of the natural world, and comes to understand his role within it. Francisco’s grandmother has a surprise for him. In her backyard is a guava tree, and in the tree hangs a cage containing two magnificent green birds. They are parakeets, his grandmother says. Francisco has never seen birds so green, so beautiful. He imagines them sitting on his hand, or murmuring in his ear as he scratches the backs of their heads. Every day Francisco walks to his grandmother’s house to help her care for the birds. But no matter what food they are offered, the birds will not eat or drink or speak. Perhaps their cage is too small, thinks Francisco. But moving the birds into a bigger cage only seems to frighten them. Then, on the sixth day, Francisco arrives at Grandma’s and hears a big commotion in the backyard. The guava tree is full of parakeets, just like the ones in the cage. All the parakeets are screaming. Inside the cage, the two birds hop and flap and seem to be calling to the parakeets outside. And that’s when Francisco knows what the green parakeets need to be happy — and what he and his grandmother have to do. Key Text Features chapters dialogue illustrations table of contents Correlates to the Common Core State Standards in English Language Arts: CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.2.3 Describe how characters in a story respond to major events and challenges. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.2.7 Use information gained from the illustrations and words in a print or digital text to demonstrate understanding of its characters, setting, or plot. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.3.3 Describe characters in a story (e.g., their traits, motivations, or feelings) and explain how their actions contribute to the sequence of events CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.3.6 Distinguish their own point of view from that of the narrator or those of the characters. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.4.3 Describe in depth a character, setting, or event in a story or drama, drawing on specific details in the text (e.g., a character's thoughts, words, or actions).
The Two-In-One: Walking With Smokie, Walking With Blindness
by Rod MichalkoWhen Rod Michalko's sight finally became so limited that he no longer felt safe on busy city streets, he began to search for a guide.
Two in the Bush
by Gerald DurrellWhat Durrell sees down under are some species that have chalked their own path of evolution and are much different from wildlife in the bigger continents.
Two Many Birds
by Cindy DerbyFilled with heart, humor, and relevance, this side-splitting picture book, Two Many Birds, by author/illustrator Cindy Derby, opens minds and entertains all at once. As birds line up to perch on a tree, a monitor shouts rules at them: No fluffin' feathers!No pooping on the ground!No nudity!Eventually, the tree fills to capactiy (100 birds), but what happens when two more are accidentally born among the branches?
Two Mice
by Sergio RuzzierOne house, two mice, three cookies . . . and the adventure begins. In gorgeously illustrated spreads and two-word phrases, this picture book takes two mice through their exciting and eventful day. Funny, lively, and easy to follow, the book offers the youngest readers the chance to count from one to three and back again. Sergio Ruzzier's illustrations display his signature quirky, colorful, and slightly surreal view of characters and settings, and the text is a minimalist gem. It's a perfect book to share one-on-one with a young child and a lovely lead-up to bedtime.
Two Percent Solutions for the Planet
by Courtney WhiteTwo Percent Solutions for the Planet profiles fifty innovative practices that soak up carbon dioxide in soils, reduce energy use, sustainably intensify food production, and increase water quality. The "two percent" refers to: the amount of new carbon in the soil needed to reap a wide variety of ecological and economic benefits; the percentage of the nation's population who are farmers and ranchers; and the low financial cost (in terms of GDP) needed to get this work done. As White explained in Grass, Soil, Hope, a highly efficient carbon cycle captures, stores, releases, and recaptures biochemical energy, mitigating climate change, increasing water storage capacities in soil, and making green plants grow. Best of all, we don't have to invent anything new--a wide variety of innovative ideas and methods that put carbon back into the soil have been field-tested and proven to be practical and profitable. They're mostly low-tech, too, relying on natural resources such as sunlight, green plants, animals, compost, beavers, creeks, and more. In Two Percent Solutions for the Planet, White expands what he calls the "regenerative toolbox," to include holistic grazing, edible forests, biochar, weed-eating livestock, food co-ops, keyline plowing, restoration agriculture, bioenergy, aquaponics, animal power, Farm Hack, bees, bears, wildlife corridors, rainwater harvesting, native seeds, and various other projects from across the United States, as well as in Canada, Europe, and Australia. These short, engaging success stories will help readers connect the dots between diverse, exciting, and pragmatic practices, and inspire them to dig deeper into each individual story and concept, energized by the news that solutions abound.
Two Plus Four Equals One: Celebrating the Partnership of People with Disabilities and Their Assistance Dogs
by Kathy NimmerShort, funny, moving, and touching accounts of the effect guide dogs and service dogs have had on their owners' lives.
Two Seeing Eye Dogs Take Manhattan: A Love Story
by Lloyd BurlingameTo their owners all Seeing Eye dogs are miracle workers. However, there are the rare few, like the two exceptionally stalwart heroes of this book, who triumph brilliantly over the obstacles of a huge city. They are the canine equivalents of the intrepid "Navy Seals. " Undaunted, they meet the challenges of the "Big Apple. " Dodging cars, crowds, and one emergency situation after another, they guide their visually challenged partners safely to any destination. Readers of all ages will be fascinated by these pooches who lavish the gifts of independence, dignity, and freedom on their human partners.
The Two Sillies
by Mary Anne Hoberman Lynne CravathTold in rhyme, the story is of two silly people and the way in which they help each other get a pet cat and get rid of mice.
Two Silly Goats: A Folktale from Russia (Fountas & Pinnell Classroom, Guided Reading)
by Sarah Tatler Steve HorrocksNIMAC-sourced textbook. Who Goes First? Two stubborn goats meet on a very narrow bridge. Who will be the first to get to the other side?
The Two-Thousand-Pound Goldfish
by Betsy ByarsFrom the depths of the sewers comes a monster so gargantuan that no fishbowl can hold itWarren Otis wants to make horror films when he grows up. But as an eight-year-old boy, he has to settle for imagining movies instead of making them. He&’s thought up some real nightmares, including Bubbles, an innocent goldfish flushed down the toilet and exposed to a chemical that turned her into a one-ton monster. Warren&’s life sometimes feels like it&’s a bad movie. He hasn&’t seen his mom for three years, since she&’s a fugitive from the FBI. His grandmother&’s cranky and his sister&’s acting mysterious. When things get too strange, Warren escapes into his imagination and writes one more scene featuring Bubbles. But will he ever get a chance to share his story with the people he loves? This ebook features an illustrated biography of Betsy Byars including rare images from the author&’s personal collection.
Two Tiny Mice: A Mouse-Eye Exploration of Nature (A\natural World Adventure Ser.)
by Alan BakerThis delightfully sweet storybook follows a duo of harvest mice as they explore the countryside. A unique mouse-eye view shows creatures in their natural habitats as the two meet a quiet rabbit, get a peek in an energetic sparrow's nest, and make an amphibious acquaintance near the river. Exploring is tiring, but at the end of the day there is a cozy, warm nest to crawl back into, and the two mice dream of what nature will bring tomorrow. This title features twelve beautifully drawn animals to discover as Baker's award-winning illustrations put fascinating creatures like badgers, ducks, and squirrels at your fingertips. First published in 1990, this captivating story is a celebration of the value and irreplaceable beauty of nature, but it doesn't end there! This revised edition of Two Tiny Mice includes descriptions of all the animals illustrated, so kids can learn about the wildlife right outside their door. A classic book back in print, Two Tiny Mice will nurture curiosity and a lasting respect for the outdoors.
Two Together (Brendan Wenzel)
by Brendan Wenzel"Masterful." – Kirkus, starred review "[A] picture-book charmfest." – Shelf Awareness, starred review "For viewers who are . . . dog people or cat people." – Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books, starred review "[A discovery in] how beings sense the world." – Publishers Weekly, starred review In this companion book to They All Saw a Cat and Inside Cat, a journey home leads to unexpected adventures for a cat and dog. A playful, imaginative story of friendship, empathy, and discovery by Caldecott Honor winner Brendan Wenzel.Cat and Dog are headed home. A simple route lies ahead of them . . . or does it? There’s so much to see and smell and hear, and the two of them experience the world very differently. A stream, for instance, is watery fun for Dog, but it may not be so delightful for Cat!As their journey becomes an adventure full of unexpected twists and turns, Cat and Dog show that it’s possible for two creatures to travel in the world together despite their distinctive perspectives and abilities—and even to appreciate and enjoy them. With the irresistible read-aloud appeal of Brendan Wenzel’s They All Saw a Cat, winner of the Caldecott Honor, this is a funny, exuberant companion tale that’s an imaginative tribute to empathy, friendship, and understanding.RESPECTING DIFFERENCES: Cat and Dog experience life in almost opposite ways. Through their eyes, children will see how the same situation or problem can be handled differently depending on the perspective and ability of the creature living through it, building their empathy and understanding.DELIGHTFUL VISUALS: This picture book is full of visual surprises and Easter eggs, and readers will love turning back to find details that hint at developments to come on the journey. The dog's and cat’s art styles evolve throughout, becoming more developed and exaggerated but ending with a unified style that incorporates both their points of view as their friendship is affirmed and strengthened.ENCOURAGES EXPLORATION: The path home is both a familiar route and a new experience as Cat and Dog make surprising—sometimes unpleasant—discoveries along the way. The subtle message about appreciating the small moments in everyday routines and the possibilities that await when we step outside them is perfect for young readers.BELOVED AUTHOR/ILLUSTRATOR: Brendan Wenzel is a bestselling author, Caldecott Honor–winning artist, and sought-after speaker at schools and libraries. His books They All Saw a Cat, Hello Hello, A Stone Sat Still, and Inside Cat have received multiple awards and starred reviews and are family and classroom favorites.FUN READ-ALOUD BOOK: Rhythmic text coupled with compelling artwork and a comforting ending make this perfect for story time, bedtime, or both!Perfect for:Parents, grandparents, educators, and educatorsPreschool and kindergarten–level readersPet ownersGift givers looking for a fun, interactive family read-aloud bookFans of Brendan WenzelFans of picture books like Hot Dog, The Kissing Hand, What Do You Do With a Problem?, and The Day the Crayons Quit
The Two Trails (A Treasure Tree Adventure #2)
by John T. Trent Judy LoveIt seems hard to believe that an entire year has passed since the four best friend's last great adventure in The Treasure Tree. Now it is time to enjoy another birthday. This year Owl's present will take the friends on two different trails where they will learn that love, courage, prayer, and caring acts can build a bridge across their differences and help them love each other like best friends, as God's friends should. Picture descriptions present
Two Truths and a Lie: Histories and Mysteries
by Laurie Ann Thompson Ammi-Joan PaquetteCrazy-but-true stories about history, geography, and human achievement make this acclaimed nonfiction series perfect for fans of curiosities and wonders. A fun way for middle graders to explore ways to separate fact from fiction.Did you know that a young girl once saved an entire beach community from a devastating tsunami thanks to something she learned in her fourth-grade geography lesson? Or that there is a person alive today who generates her own magnetic field? Or how about the fact that Benjamin Franklin once challenged the Royal Academy of Brussels to devise a way to make farts smell good?Welcome to Two Truths and a Lie: Histories and Mysteries! You know the game: Every story in this book is strange and astounding, but one out of every three is an outright lie.Can you guess which stories are the facts and which are the fakes? It’s not going to be easy. Some false stories are based on truth, and some of the true stories are just plain unbelievable! Don’t be fooled by the photos that accompany each story—it’s going to take all your smarts and some clever research to root out the alternative facts.From a train that transported dead people to antique photos of real fairies to a dog who was elected mayor, the stories in this book will amaze you! Just don’t believe everything you read. . . .
Two Truths and a Lie: It's Alive!
by Lisa K. Weber Laurie Ann Thompson Ammi-Joan PaquetteTwo Truths and a Lie is the first book in a fascinating new series that presents some of the most crazy-but-true stories about the living world as well as a handful of stories that are too crazy to be true—and asks readers to separate facts from the fakes! Did you know that there is a fungus that can control the mind of an ant and make it do its bidding? Would you believe there is such a thing as a corpse flower—a ten-foot-tall plant with a blossom that smells like a zombie? How about a species of octopus that doesn’t live in water but rather lurks in trees in the Pacific Northwest?Every story in this book is strange and astounding. But not all of them are real. Just like the old game in this book’s title, two out of every three stories are completely true and one is an outright lie. Can you guess which? It’s not going to be easy. Some false stories are based on truth, and some of the true stories are just plain unbelievable. And they’re all accompanied by dozens of photos, maps, and illustrations. Amaze yourself and trick your friends as you sort out the fakes from the facts!Acclaimed authors Ammi-Joan Paquette and Laurie Ann Thompson have teamed up to create a series of sneaky stories about the natural world designed to amaze, disgust, and occasionally bamboozle you.
Two Truths and a Lie: Forces of Nature
by Ammi-Joan Paquette Laurie Ann ThompsonCrazy-but-true stories about the natural world make this acclaimed nonfiction series perfect for fans of curiosities and wonders—and anyone looking to explore ways to separate fact from fiction.Did you know studies have shown that too many fidget spinners spinning in the same direction can potentially have adverse effects on the earth’s magnetic field? Or that there’s a company that can turn your deceased loved one’s remains into a diamond? Or that the loudest sound in history was made by the eruption of a volcano in 1883, whose echoing blast circled the planet twice?Welcome to Two Truths and a Lie: Forces of Nature! You’ve heard of the game: Every story in this book is strange and astounding, but one out of every three is an outright lie. Picking out the fakes isn’t as easy as you think, however. Some false stories are based on truth, and some of the true stories are just plain unbelievable! Don’t be fooled by the photos that accompany each story—it’s going to take all your smarts and some clever research to ferret out the truth.From a man who gave himself an appendectomy to radio signals from other planets to eagles that have been trained to take out spy drones, the stories in this third installment in the Two Truths and a Lie series will amaze you! Just don’t believe everything you read. . . .