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Krakatoa: The Day the World Exploded: August 27, 1883
by Simon WinchesterThe bestselling author of The Professor and the Madman and The Map That Changed the World examines the enduring and world-changing effects of the catastrophic eruption off the coast of Java of the earth's most dangerous volcano -- Krakatoa.The legendary annihilation in 1883 of the volcano-island of Krakatoa -- the name has since become a byword for a cataclysmic disaster -- was followed by an immense tsunami that killed nearly forty thousand people. Beyond the purely physical horrors of an event that has only very recently been properly understood, the eruption changed the world in more ways than could possibly be imagined. Dust swirled round die planet for years, causing temperatures to plummet and sunsets to turn vivid with lurid and unsettling displays of light. The effects of the immense waves were felt as far away as France. Barometers in Bogotá and Washington, D.C., went haywire. Bodies were washed up in Zanzibar. The sound of the island's destruction was heard in Australia and India and on islands thousands of miles away. Most significant of all -- in view of today's new political climate -- the eruption helped to trigger in Java a wave of murderous anti-Western militancy among fundamentalist Muslims: one of the first outbreaks of Islamic-inspired killings anywhere.Simon Winchester's long experience in the world wandering as well as his knowledge of history and geology give us an entirely new perspective on this fascinating and iconic event as he brings it telling back to life.
Kraya the Blood Shark: Kraya the Blood Shark (Deep Dive #4)
by Adam BladeMax and Lia's underwater adventure concludes in this thrilling series by Beast Quest author, Adam Blade!Max and Lia have tracked the evil Professor to his lair in the Black Caves. Neither of them are ready for what awaits them there. Kraya the Blood Shark, with his razor sharp teeth and laser cannons is the most vicious of all the Robobeasts. Max must survive if he wants to finally come face-to-face with the Professor to save his father and retrieve the fourth and final piece of the Skull of Thallos. But there are still some secrets Max has not uncovered and they could lead to Max's defeat.
Krazyland
by Mar Romasco-MooreIn this scary story for fans of Neil Gaiman, The Last Kids on Earth, and Goosebumps, the only way out is krazier than you could ever imagine...Nathan used to be terrified of Krazyland when he was a young kid. Now that he's 12, the spooky-themed arcade games aren't that bad. He even enjoys stomping on plastic spiders and battling a creepy doll with big plastic eyes. But things become scarier again when kids start to go missing from the entertainment park... There's another world exists beneath Kraztown's ball pit. A world where the entertainment park's games come to life. And if he isn't careful, Nathan is going to be the next one sucked under!
Kris Bryant: Baseball Superstar (Superstars Of Sports Ser.)
by Tyler OmothKris Bryant is no stranger to baseball achievements. A star slugger at the University of San Diego, he worked hard for his chance at the big leagues. Once he got there, the third baseman went on to earn the National League Rookie of the Year and Most Valuable Player awards. Learn about Kris' path to stardom and the major highlights of his bright MLB career.
Kristy + Bart?: Kristy + Bart? (The Baby-Sitters Club #95)
by Ann M. MartinWhen Kristy's friend, Bart, decides that he wants to be her real boyfriend, Kristy is afraid to tell him that she does not feel the same and enlists the help of Mary Anne for courage in expressing herself.
Kristy And The Sister War: Kristy And The Sister War (The Baby-Sitters Club #112)
by Ann M. MartinWhen baby-sitting at Shannon Kilbourne's house, Kristy must manage to stop the "war" between Shannon and her sisters, Tiffany and Maria.
Kristy Power! (BSC Friends Forever #5)
by Ann M. MartinKristy and Carey have always been arch rivals. The feud reaches a fever pitch when they're assigned to write biographies about each other.
Kristy Thomas: Dog Trainer (The Baby-Sitters Club #118)
by Ann M. MartinKristy's newest sitting job is challenging. Ten-year-old Erin was recently blinded in an accident and is not ready to rely on people. At the same time, Kristy's family is training a puppy to be a guide dog.
Kristy and Kidnapper (BSC Friends Forever #9)
by Ann M. MartinWhen Kristy and her friends head to the nation's capitol for a debate trip, they expect to see some great sites. What they don't expect is to be part of a big mystery involving a kidnapping. . .
Kristy and Mr. Mom: Kristy and Mr. Mom (The Baby-Sitters Club #81)
by Ann M. MartinWorrying about her stepfather after a heart attack forces him to quit his job for a less stressful lifestyle, Kristy wonders if Nanny's departure, an outbreak of the flu, and the arrival of Karen and Andrew will disturb the peace.
Kristy and the Baby Parade: Kristy and the Baby Parade (The Baby-Sitters Club #45)
by Ann M. MartinThe hit series is back, to charm and inspire another generation of baby-sitters!The Baby-sitters just love little babies. So of course Kristy has the great idea of entering a float in the Stoneybrook Baby Parade. All the girls have to do is round up a bunch of adorable babies like Squirt and Emily Michelle, dress them in costumes, and plop them on a float. Easy, right?jWrong. The float looks like a big orange blob, the costumes are hideous, and the babies won't stop crying. S.O.S.--the Baby-sitters' float is about to sink!The best friends you'll ever have--with classic BSC covers and a letter from Ann M. Martin!
Kristy and the Cat Burglar (The Baby-Sitters Club Mysteries #36)
by Ann M. MartinIt's the biggest crime in Stoneybrook history--one of the town's mansions is missing! Kristy & Co. are hot on the trail of the Cat Burglar, who left his sign at the scene of the crime.
Kristy and the Copycat: Kristy and the Copycat (The Baby-Sitters Club #74)
by Ann M. MartinWhen Kristy reluctantly takes part in a hazing prank for her softball team, she worries that her little stepsister, Karen, will find out the truth and think badly of her.
Kristy and the Dirty Diapers: Kristy and the Dirty Diapers (The Baby-Sitters Club #89)
by Ann M. MartinThe baby-sitters are in double trouble when the sponsor for Kristy's softball team, a diaper company, wants to re-name the team "The Davis Diapers," and overbooking on the business end of things makes the club swear in a new member.
Kristy and the Haunted Mansion: Kristy and the Haunted Mansion (The Baby-Sitters Club Mysteries #9)
by Ann M. MartinWhen their car breaks down in a snowstorm, Kristy and her softball team are forced to stay overnight in a creepy mansion.
Kristy and the Middle School Vandal: Kristy and the Middle School Vandal (The Baby-Sitters Club Mysteries #25)
by Ann M. MartinSuspecting that Cary and his Mischief Knights are behind recent school vandalism pranks, Kristy and the Baby-sitters begin an investigation that challenges them to solve eight puzzles in order to catch the real culprits.
Kristy and the Missing Child: Kristy and the Missing Child (The Baby-Sitters Club Mysteries #4)
by Ann M. MartinThe hit series is back, to charm and inspire another generation of baby-sitters!Kristy can hardly believe it when little Jake Kuhn is reported missing. Jake is one of the kids on her softball team, and Kristy was one of the last people to see Jake before he disappeared.Even though the Baby-sitters and all of Jake's friends are helping look for him, Kristy still feels horrible. And when the police can't find Jake after almost two days, things look really serious. Kristy knows she's just a kid, but she'd determined to find Jake, wherever he is . . . .The best friends you'll ever have are detectives, too!
Kristy and the Missing Fortune: Kristy and the Missing Fortune (The Baby-Sitters Club Mysteries #19)
by Ann M. MartinKristy and the Baby-sitters Club investigate a century-old mystery involving an heiress named Christina Thomas -- possibly an ancestor of Kristy's -- who disappeared in 1863 with a fortune that might belong to Kristy.
Kristy and the Mother's Day Surprise: Kristy and the Mother's Day Surprise (The Baby-Sitters Club #24)
by Ann M. MartinMother's Day is coming up and the Baby-sitters have the same problem they do every year: What do they get their mothers? Kristy, especially, wants to do something nice for her mom. Mrs. Brewer has been acting kind of strange and secretive lately, and Kristy's worried about her...But then Kristy gets another one of her great ideas. Why don't the Baby-sitters treat their moms - and the mothers of the kids they sit for - to a day off without any kids around? The BSC plans a gigantic baby-sitting party. It's a Mother's Day surprise that couldn't be beat!... Until Kristy's mom reveals a very special surprise of her own.
Kristy and the Mystery Train: Kristy And The Mystery Train (The Baby-Sitters Club Mysteries #30)
by Ann M. MartinAccompanying young child star Derek Masters aboard the "mystery train" that is publicizing his newest movie, Kristy, Abby, and Stacey fend off a saboteur who is staging dangerous accidents.
Kristy and the Secret of Susan: Kristy and the Secret of Susan (The Baby-Sitters Club #No. 32)
by Ann M. MartinKristy looks for a way to help a little girl with autism in this special entry in the classic hit series.Kristy’s newest baby-sitting charge is Susan Felder, who goes away to a special school. Susan isn’t like most kids. While she can play the piano and sing beautifully . . . she can’t talk to anyone. Susan is autistic. She lives locked inside her own secret world.Kristy thinks it’s unfair that Susan has to be sent off to school and is treated differently from everyone else. But Kristy’s going to try to change that—by showing everyone that Susan’s a “regular” kid, too. And then maybe Kristy’s new friend can stay in Stoneybrook for good.The best friends you’ll ever have—with classic BSC covers and a letter from Ann M. Martin!
Kristy and the Snobs: A Graphic Novel (The Baby-Sitters Club Graphix)
by Ann M. MartinA brand-new Baby-sitters Club graphic novel adapted by Eisner-nominated artist Chan Chau!Kristy's mom got remarried and their family moved to the ritzy neighborhood across town. The other members of The Baby-sitters Club think it's a good opportunity to get some new business, but the kids who live nearby aren't very friendly. They criticize Kristy's clothes and make fun of the BSC. And, worst of all, they laugh at Louie, Kristy's pet collie, who's getting old and not feeling well. These kids are total snobs! But if anyone can put them in their place, it's The Baby-sitters Club!
Kristy and the Snobs: Kristy and the Snobs (The Baby-Sitters Club #11)
by Ann M. MartinThe hit series is back, to charm and inspire another generation of baby-sitters!After Kristy's mom got married, her family moved to Watson's house in a new neighborhood. But the kids there aren't very friendly--in fact, they're total snobs! They criticize Kristy's clothes, make fun of the Baby-sitters Club. . . and worst of all, they laugh at Louie, Kristy's pet collie, who's going blind. Nobody does that and gets away with it!Kristy's fighting mad, and she's not going to put up with a Snob Attack any longer--and neither is the BSC!The best friends you'll ever have--with classic BSC covers and a letter from Ann M. Martin!
Kristy and the Vampires: Kristy and the Vampires (The Baby-Sitters Club Mysteries #15)
by Ann M. MartinWhen a television movie begins filming in Stoneybrook, Kristy is hired to look after Derek Masters, child actor and friend of the Club, who begins receiving threatening letters demanding he quit the project.
Kristy and the Walking Disaster: A Graphic Novel (The Baby-Sitters Club Graphix)
by Ann M. MartinA Baby-sitters Club graphic novel adapted by National Book Award longlister and Eisner-nominated cartoonist Ellen T. Crenshaw!They're lean, they're mean, they're the pride of Stoneybrook. Who are they? They're Kristy's Krushers!When Kristy sees how much her little brothers and sister want to play on a softball team, she starts a ragtag team of her own. Maybe Kristy's Krushers aren't world champions (how could they be, with Jackie Rodowsky, walking disaster, playing for them?), but nobody beats them when it comes to team spirit.Now Bart's Bashers have challenged the Krushers to a game. It's bad enough that the Bashers truly are lean and mean -- but what's worse is that Kristy has a crush on the Bashers' coach!