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The Pushcart War
by Jean Merrill Ronni Solbert50th Anniversary Edition Do you know the history of the pushcart war? The REAL history? it's a story of how regular people banded together and, armed with little more than their brains and good aim defeated a mighty foe. Not long ago the streets of New York City were smelly, smoggy, sooty, and loud. There were so many trucks making deliveries that it might take an hour for a car to travel a few blocks. People blamed the truck owners and the truck owners blamed the little wooden pushcarts that traveled the city selling everything from flowers to hot dogs. Behind closed doors the truck owners declared war on the pushcart peddlers. Carts were smashed from Chinatown to Chelsea. The peddlers didn't have money or the mayor on their side, but that didn't stop them from fighting back. They used pea shooters to blow tacks into the tires of trucks, they outwitted the police, and they marched right up to the grilles of those giant trucks and dared them to drive down their streets. Today, thanks to the ingenuity of the pushcart peddlers, the streets belong to the people--and to the pushcarts. The Pushcart War was first published fifty years ago. It has inspired generations of children and been adapted for television, radio, and the stage around the world. It was included on School Library Journal's list of "One Hundred Books That Shaped the Twentieth Century," and its assertion that a committed group of men and women can prevail against a powerful force is as relevant in the twenty-first century as it was in 1964.
The Purrfect Show (Home for Meow)
by Reese EschmannAll the "awwws" of animal adoption stories are combined with sugary sweetness is 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. Every day is a new adventure with her cat friends! Except lately, The King County Dog Show seems to be the only thing the regulars can talk about!Kira doesn’t get why everyone is so excited. After all, her cat friends are much smarter and more talented than those dogs. Then Kira has a GREAT IDEA -- she’s going to train the cats, and enter them in the competition. It’s sure to be her best plan yet!
Purrfect Pranksters (Cutiecorns #2:)
by Shannon PenneyPuppypaw Island is being pranked, and Flash doesn't like it one bit! Someone has ruined the pups magic lesson and tried to sabotage movie night. When the prankster goes too far, Flash decides to take matters into her own paws. Can the Cutiecorns catch the joker and stop the chaos before Puppypaw Island is turned snout-side down?
The Purr-fect Scoop: Sunday Sundaes; Cracks In The Cone; The Purr-fect Scoop; Ice Cream Sandwiched (Sprinkle Sundays #3)
by Coco SimonSierra tries to find a way to balance all of the activities in her life in this third delicious book in the Sprinkle Sundays series from the author of the Cupcake Diaries series!Sierra does lots of things. She’s captain of the softball team, the director of the school play, and she’s on Student Council, but her favorite thing to do is work at the ice cream shop with her best friends Tamiko and Allie. But when her parents decide to foster three kittens and their mama, Sierra’s life gets a lot more catty! Can Sierra do it all—and maybe find homes for the cats, too?
Purple Nails and Puppy Tails
by Jill SantopoloWhen Aly and Brooke decide to give PET-icures to puppies, it seems like their new Sparkle Spa salon might just go to the dogs!At Aly and Brooke's new nail salon, anything goes. Well, almost anything. One of their mother's regular clients doesn't go anywhere without her beloved dog Sadie, who's a canine star. One paw leads to another, and the girls not only polish Sadie's nails, but also hatch a scheme to do doggy makeovers for the Annual Pup Adoption Day at the local shelter. But dogs aren't exactly ideal mani-pedi customers, are they? The girls are finding out the ruff way!
Purple Nails and Puppy Tails (Sparkle Spa #2)
by Jill SantopoloWhen Aly and Brooke decide to give PET-icures to puppies, it seems like their new Sparkle Spa salon might just go to the dogs! At Aly and Brooke’s new nail salon, anything goes. Well, almost anything. One of their mother’s regular clients doesn’t go anywhere without her beloved dog Sadie, who’s a canine star. One paw leads to another, and the girls not only polish Sadie’s nails, but also hatch a scheme to do doggy makeovers for the Annual Pup Adoption Day at the local shelter. But dogs aren’t exactly ideal mani-pedi customers, are they? The girls are finding out the ruff way!
The Purple Bird Mystery (The Ellery Queen Jr. Mystery Stories #9)
by Ellery Queen Jr. Jr.At the local golf course, Djuna discovers a century-old mystery It's the first day of summer, and the brilliant teenage sleuth Djuna is looking for a job when he meets a young boy named Jimmy, whose father is the new golf pro at the country club. While Jimmy and his dad are moving into the clubhouse, the movers drop an antique chest. When Djuna's dog, Champ, picks up a piece of the shattered wood in his mouth, they see that it has writing on it. The letters spell purp, and they are the first clue in the most dangerous mystery of Djuna's career. The chest is a century old, and the mystery stretches back to the life of Jimmy's great-great-grandfather. The dangers of the purple bird are not to be underestimated. Getting through this adventure alive will prove just as tricky as a hole in one. Ellery Queen is one of the world's finest detectives, but his adventures are nothing compared to the Ellery Queen Jr. Mystery Stories. Join Queen's apprentice, Djuna, and his trusty Scottie, Champ, on adventures filled with danger, suspense, and thrills.
The Purloining of Prince Oleomargarine
by Mark Twain Philip C. Stead Erin Stead<P>A never-before-published, previously unfinished Mark Twain children’s story is brought to life by Caldecott Medal winners Philip Stead and Erin Stead. <P>In a hotel in Paris one evening in 1879, Mark Twain sat with his young daughters, who begged their father for a story. Twain began telling them the tale of Johnny, a poor boy in possession of some magical seeds. Later, Twain would jot down some rough notes about the story, but the tale was left unfinished . . . until now. <P>Plucked from the Mark Twain archive at the University of California at Berkeley, Twain’s notes now form the foundation of a fairy tale picked up over a century later. With only Twain’s fragmentary script and a story that stops partway as his guide, author Philip Stead has written a tale that imagines what might have been if Twain had fully realized this work. <P>Johnny, forlorn and alone except for his pet chicken, meets a kind woman who gives him seeds that change his fortune, allowing him to speak with animals and sending him on a quest to rescue a stolen prince. In the face of a bullying tyrant king, Johnny and his animal friends come to understand that generosity, empathy, and quiet courage are gifts more precious in this world than power and gold. <P>Illuminated by Erin Stead’s graceful, humorous, and achingly poignant artwork, this is a story that reaches through time and brings us a new book from America’s most legendary writer, envisioned by two of today’s most important names in children’s literature. <P><b>A New York Times Bestseller</b>
Pure Grit: How American World War II Nurses Survived Battle and Prison Camp in the Pacific
by Mary Cronk FarrellIn the early 1940s, young women enlisted for peacetime duty as U.S. Army nurses. But when the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor in 1941 blasted the United States into World War II, 101 American Army and Navy nurses serving in the Philippines were suddenly treating wounded and dying soldiers while bombs exploded all around them. The women served in jerry-rigged jungle hospitals on the Bataan Peninsula and in underground tunnels on Corregidor Island. <p><p> Later, when most of them were captured by the Japanese as prisoners of war, they suffered disease and near-starvation for three years. Pure Grit is a story of sisterhood and suffering, of tragedy and betrayal, of death and life. The women cared for one another, maintained discipline, and honored their vocation to nurse anyone in need―all 101 coming home alive.
Puppy Training for Kids: Teaching Children the Responsibilities and Joys of Puppy Care, Training, and Companionship
by Colleen PelarA helpful puppy training book to introduce kids (and the whole family!) to the joys and responsibilities that come with bringing a new puppy home. All the essentials of dog training are here!Topics covered include:Purchasing puppy suppliesHouse training and socializing your puppyUnderstanding your puppy's behavior and body languageKeeping your puppy out of troubleThe basics of puppy trainingFun and games with puppiesYoung readers will find advice on exercise, selecting chew toys, clicker training, teaching the puppy to meet both human and animal friends, and much more. Sidebar features advise parents on guiding their children toward responsible dog ownership. The book is filled with engaging and instructive color photos.
Puppy Stories
by Michael J. Pellowski[from the back cover] "THREE PUPPIES, who are nobody's puppies, set out to find masters to love ... a hunting puppy hunts for dinner for his family and brings home three surprises ... a St. Bernard doesn't want to be a rescue dog ... a German Shepherd pup' wants more than anything in the world to be a watch puppy ... a puppy who does nothing but "sit" finds a job with the circus."
Puppy Rescue Riddle (Animal Planet Adventures Chapter Books #3)
by Animal Planet Catherine NicholsANIMAL PLANET Adventures chapter books present nonfiction information within a familiar narrative format to bring the best of the animal world to young readers.A storm is coming to coastal North Carolina. Amy and Elliott - volunteers at the local dog shelter - have a job to do. The rescued puppies need to get to higher ground, and fast! The kids scramble to get the puppies into their cages, and then the van of volunteers and dogs is on its way. But they are one puppy short. Did it run off in the rain? Is it back at the shelter? An old book, a series of riddles, and a spooky storm all lead to a mystery only the kids can solve.
Puppy Powers #4: Hide and Go Fetch (Puppy Powers #4)
by Kristin EarhartThese puppies are magic! Henry and his sister have a bad case of sibling rivalry. But one thing currently unites them: their quest for a puppy. Their teamwork is rewarded with the gift of Boo, an adorable dalmatian from Power's Pets. But Boo is turning out to be an unusual dog. Like all puppies from the magical Power's Pets, Boo has a special trick up his collar!
Puppy Powers #3: Take a Bow-Wow (Puppy Powers #3)
by Kristin EarhartThese puppies are magic! Sadie loves training her new poodle puppy to do tricks. They have such a good routine down that Sadie is inspired to enter the school talent show. As the night of the show gets closer, however, Sadie gets a bad case of stage fright. She's not sure she can perform in front of her whole school! Will Sadie's and her puppy's big night be ruined?
Puppy Powers #2: Wag, You're It! (Puppy Powers #2)
by Kristin EarhartThese puppies are magic! Max is thrilled to be adopting a golden retriever from Power's Pets. He's wanted a dog forever-- he can't believe it's finally happening! It couldn't come at a better time. A neighborhood boy has started teasing Max, and school hasn't been very fun. But Max is about to find out that his new puppy has a very special magical power that might just change everything.
Puppy Powers #1: A Wishbone Come True (Puppy Powers #1)
by Kristin EarhartLexi loves dogs: TRUE Lexi has a dog: FALSE Lexi Torres has to face the cold, hard truth-her parents are never going to relent on the NO DOGS ALLOWED rule. Or are they? When a mysterious pet store comes to town, Lexi suddenly has reason to hope. There's something special about the animals at Power's Pets. . . something downright magical!
The Puppy Place Special Edition: Chewy and Chica (The Puppy Place Special Edition #48)
by Ellen MilesTwo chihuahuas mean double the fun in this special edition of Puppy Place. Lizzie and Charles Peterson definitely enjoy competing with each other. Especially when Lizzie acts like she knows everything about dogs and Charles just doesn't want to listen. Fortunately, in this Special Edition, there are TWO chihuahuas to foster. Charles and Lizzie each agree to take one and see who can train theirs more successfully. Will the Peterson household make it through this sibling rivalry?
The Puppy Place Furever Home Five-Book Collection
by Ellen MilesComing soon to Apple TV+ based on the hit Scholastic book series!Welcome to the Puppy Place! Where every puppy finds a home. Charles and Lizzie Peterson love puppies. Their family fosters these young dogs, giving them love and proper care. Join them as they help Goldie, Shadow, Rascal, Pugsley, and Jack find their perfect forever homes! Each book will be an episode on the new Apple TV+ series!
The Puppy Place #9: Pugsley (The Puppy Place #9)
by Ellen MilesWelcome to the Puppy Place! This Little Apple series stars a lovable new puppy in every book! And it's Charles and Lizzie Peterson's job to find every puppy the perfect home! Lizzie and Charles Peterson love puppies. Even though they finally have their very own puppy, Buddy, Lizzie still can't get enough time with dogs. She helps her Aunt Amanda at her doggie day care center as often as she can. At the doggie day care, Lizzie meets a pesky but lovable pug named Pugsley. Pugsley is adorable, but he didn't earn the nickname Mr. Pest for nothing and his owners decide he's too much of a handful to keep! Will Lizzie figure out how to get Pugsley to behave and find him a forever home?
The Puppy Place #7: Scout (The Puppy Place #7)
by Ellen MilesWelcome to the Puppy Place! This Little Apple series stars a lovable new puppy in every book! And it's Charles and Lizzie Pererson's job to find every puppy the perfect home. Even after Charles and Lizzie Peterson finally have their own puppy, they still foster other dogs and help them find the perfect homes. Scout is a gorgeous German shepherd puppy and there two families are already lined up to adopt her. But when both families end up backing out at the last minute, the Petersons step in once again to save the day. Scout clearly has the skills to be a search and rescue dog, but can Charles and Lizzie find her a home that will help her reach her full potential?
The Puppy Place #6: Flash (The Puppy Place #6)
by Ellen MilesWelcome to the Puppy Place! This Little Apple series stars a lovable new puppy in every book. And it's Charles and Lizzie Peterson's job to find every puppy the perfect home. Charles and Lizzie Peterson love puppies. They have a puppy of their own named Buddy, but they also foster dogs that need help finding new homes. Charles and Lizzie are visiting their cousins in the country when a young border collie is abandoned at their feet. Flash loves to run and chase, so Charles and Lizzie know not just any home will work for this puppy. Can they find a forever home that's just right for Flash?
The Puppy Place #5: Buddy (The Puppy Place #5)
by Ellen MilesWelcome to the Puppy Place! This Little Apple series features a lovable new puppy in every book. And it's Charles and Lizzie Peterson's job to find every puppy the perfect home. Charles and Lizzie Peterson are very good with puppies. They want one of their own, but their mom has never been ready for them to have one full time. For now, they help take care of puppies that need to find a new home. Lizzie helps out at the local dog shelter and the shelter's newest arrival, Skipper, has a surprise: three newborn puppies! The Petersons decide to foster all four dogs. Will they be able to find just the right home for all of them and can Mrs. Peterson resist even these adorable pups?
Puppy Place, The #47: Jake (The Puppy Place #47)
by Ellen MilesCharles and Lizzie Peterson love puppies. Their family fosters these young dogs, giving them love and proper care, until they can find the perfect forever home. Lizzie goes to horse camp with her best friend Maria. While there, Lizzie meets a charismatic German shorthair pointer named Jake. The puppy is very curious about the farm and especially likes to spend time with the horses. Can Lizzie help find Jake a perfect home?
The Puppy Place #4: Rascal (The Puppy Place #4)
by Ellen MilesWelcome to the Puppy Place! This new Little Apple series stars a lovable new puppy in every book! And it's Charles and Lizzie Peterson's job to find every puppy the perfect home. Lizzie and Charles Peterson love dogs, especially puppies. So it is perfect that the Petersons are a foster family for young dogs. They will adopt a pet of their own one day, but now they are happy to help puppies find just the right home. The Petersons' newest foster puppy is Rascal. He is a Jack Russell terrier, and his name fits him well. He may be small, but he can cause big trouble. Lizzie and Charles are in for a challenge. Will they be able to find someone who will care for this pesky little puppy?
The Puppy Place #39: Gus (The Puppy Place #39)
by Ellen MilesWelcome to the Puppy Place--where every puppy finds a home! Charles and Lizzie Peterson love puppies. Their family fosters these young dogs, giving them love and proper care, until they can find the perfect forever home. Gus is all boy. It's love at first sight for Lizzie's family and this adorable Labradoodle. It'll be easy to find a home for this cutie, especially after mom writes a newpaper article about his exploits. The problem is, nobody is good enough for Gus, at least not according to mom.