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Perspectives On Westward Expansion (Perspectives On Us History Ser.)
by Tom StreissguthOffers 12 different views on the growth of western territories and the impact on American Indians. Each page provides information about what happened during the westward expansion and how it affected different people, along with interesting sidebars, questions to consider, and historical images.
Perspectives on the American Revolution
by Angelo ParraTo some, England had the right to govern the thirteen American colonies. To others, England was violating the colonists' rights. Still others took no side. Which would prevail: loyalty to the king, freedom now, or peace at any price? Read these essays to find out. (Set of 6 with Teacher's Guide and Comprehension Question Card)
Persuasion (Baker Street Readers)
by Jane Austen Ann Kronheimer Gill TavnerEight years ago, Anne Elliot was persuaded that her family’s honour was more important than her own happiness. She has suffered ever since. Now the man she turned away has returned. Can Captain Wentworth forgive Anne, or will he be charmed instead by the beautiful Louisa? Will Anne be persuaded to marry her cousin, or will she find the strength to follow her heart? The extravagance of Anne’s foolish father, the greedy plotting of false friends, and a near-fatal accident bring danger into Anne’s safe world. Their hearts assailed by resentment, regrets and rivals, can Anne and Captain Wentworth now reach across the void that separates them to love each other again? Baker Street Readers are retellings of literary classics in 64 pages, with illustrations. These books make classic stories available to intelligent young readers as a bridge to the full texts and to language students wanting access to other cultures.
Peru (Enchantment of the World, Second Ser.)
by Marion MorrisonDescribes the geography, plants and animals, history, economy, language, sports and arts, religions, culture, and people of South America's third largest republic.
Peryton Panic: My Little Pony (Ponyville Mysteries #4)
by Penumbra QuillJoin the Cutie Mark Crusaders--Sweetie Belle, Apple Bloom, and Scootaloo--as they read mysteries, legends, ghost stories, and every other kind of tale that makes a mane stand on end. From Ponyville School classmates to Rainbow Dash to the Princess of the Night herself, you never know who else...or what else...awaits as they set out to solve seeming supernatural mysteries around Ponyville.©2018 Hasbro. All Rights Reserved.
Pesadilla en el vuelo 301 (¡Arriba la Lectura!, Level W #84)
by Frank Pedersen Gaston VanzetNIMAC-sourced textbook. Unas horas después del despegue, en el vuelo de Singapur a Londres que tomó el Dr. Edward Simpson comienzan a aparecer problemas. Los pasajeros empiezan a enfermarse gravemente y, para empeorar las cosas, los dos pilotos quedan incapacitados. El Dr. Simpson se enfrenta a una situación desesperante: no solo deberá descubrir qué les ocurre a todos los pasajeros, sino que además deberá aterrizar el avión… ¡en Heathrow, el aeropuerto con más movimiento de Europa!
Pet Groomer (Jobs With Animals Ser.)
by Marie Pearson978-1-5435-5787-9; 978-1-5435-6049-7; pet groomer; grooming; cleaning; brushing; animal health; pets; animals; education; experience; jobs
Pet Hotel #4: On With the Show! (Pet Hotel #4)
by Tim Jessell John Steven Gurney Kate FinchA fun, funny chapter book series full of adorable pets and silly adventures! The Pet Hotel's newest guest is also its most unique! Chance is a Seeing Eye mini pony. He helps his blind owner get from place to place, just like a Seeing Eye dog would. At the hotel, he bonds with someone who could use his skills-Velvet the Persian show cat. Meg and Charlie hope that Chance's responsible ways will help them keep the spirited cat spotless and out of trouble.
Pet Parrots (Nature's Children)
by Frank PuccioWhat can compare with the sight of a large, beautiful bird flying through the air or landing--brightly colored wings stretched out--on a branch? Birds, with their colors and flight, have fascinated people for thousands of years. The ancient Egyptians had gods who were birds. The ancientGreeks told tales of daredevils who tried to add wings and feathers to their bodies. And for hundreds of years inventors of all nations worked to create machines that would allow humans to fly like the birds. Of all the birds of the world few are as colorful and as fascinating as parrots. Beautiful, affectionate, and full of individual personality, they even are clever enough to talk. It's no wonder that for hundreds of years they have been among the world's most treasured pets and companions.
Pet Project (Hearts & Crafts #2)
by Lisa PapademetriouMackenzie always makes it work -- even when the project is a furry fiasco!When Mackenzie Miller’s aunt needs a foster home for one of the dogs at her shelter, Mackenzie jumps at the chance. Buster is so sweet and cuddly, and Mackenzie is sure he’ll cheer up her stressed-out mom. And helping Buster find a forever home? Mackenzie loves a project!Buster is an older dog who acts like a puppy -- which, it turns out, means he’s a lot of work. Mackenzie wants to be the best foster mom ever, but she also has school; and her best friend, Sheera, needs help reconciling with her cousin, Yasmin; and her mom has just gone from overworked to unemployed. And Buster just keeps -- well, busting up Mackenzie’s plans! Can she make it work, like she always does? Or has Mackenzie bitten off more than she can chew?
Petal Fairies #1: Tia the Tulip Fairy (Petal Fairies #1)
by Daisy MeadowsHelp save Fairyland's flowers!<P> Every flower is bright and blossoming, thanks to the Petal Fairies! But when Jack Frost steals their magical petals, the fairies are in trouble. Flowers everywhere could disappear!<P> Tia the Tulip Fairy's petal is lost in the apple orchard. Can Rachel and Kirsty find it . . . before Jack Frost's goblins do?<P> Find the magical petal in each book and keep Fairyland in full bloom!
Petal Fairies #2: Pippa the Poppy Fairy (Petal Fairies #2)
by Daisy MeadowsHelp save Fairyland's flowers! Every flower is bright and blossoming, thanks to the Petal Fairies! But when Jack Frost steals their magical petals, the fairies are in trouble. Flowers everywhere could disappear! Pippa the Poppy Fairy's petal is lost in the local flower shop. Rachel and Kirsty have to bike there as fast as they can -- or the goblins might reach the petal first! Find the magical petal in each book and keep Fairyland in full bloom!
Petal Fairies #3: Louise the Lily Fairy (Petal Fairies #3)
by Daisy MeadowsHelp save Fairyland's flowers!<P> Every flower is bright and blossoming, thanks to the Petal Fairies! But when Jack Frost steals their magical petals, the fairies are in trouble. Flowers everywhere could disappear!<P> Rachel and Kirsty are close to finding Louise the Lily Fairy's petal on a little island. But then the goblins steal the petal -- and the girls' boat! Can Louise save the day? <P> Find the magical petal in each book and keep Fairyland in full bloom!
Petal Fairies #4: Charlotte the Sunflower Fairy (Petal Fairies #4)
by Daisy MeadowsHelp save Fairyland's flowers!<P> Every flower is bright and blossoming, thanks to the Petal Fairies! But when Jack Frost steals their magical petals, the fairies are in trouble. Flowers everywhere could disappear!<P> Charlotte the Sunflower Fairy's petal is tough to find in a sea of sunflowers. But then things get even trickier -- the goblins are dressed up as sunflowers, too!<P> Find the magical petal in each book and keep Fairyland in full bloom!
Petal Fairies #5: Olivia the Orchid Fairy (Petal Fairies #5)
by Daisy MeadowsHelp save Fairyland's flowers!<P> Every flower is bright and blossoming, thanks to the Petal Fairies! But when Jack Frost steals their magical petals, the fairies are in trouble. Flowers everywhere could disappear!<P> The goblins have taken Olivia the Orchid Fairy's petal to a chilly ice cave. Can Rachel and Kirsty convince them to play nice in the ice?<P> Find the magical petal in each book and keep Fairyland in full bloom!
Petal Fairies #6: Danielle the Daisy Fairy (Petal Fairies #6)
by Daisy MeadowsHelp save Fairyland's flowers!<P> Every flower is bright and blossoming, thanks to the Petal Fairies! But when Jack Frost steals their magical petals, the fairies are in trouble. Flowers everywhere could disappear!<P> A picnic in the park turns into another adventure for Rachel and Kirsty! Could a new friend help them find Danielle the Daisy Fairy's missing petal?<P> Find the magical petal in each book and keep Fairyland in full bloom!
Petal Fairies #7: Ella the Rose Fairy (Petal Fairies #7)
by Daisy MeadowsHelp save Fairyland's flowers!<P> Every flower is bright and blossoming, thanks to the Petal Fairies! But when Jack Frost steals their magical petals, the fairies are in trouble. Flowers everywhere could disappear!<P> Ella the Rose Fairy's petal is the only one still missing. Will Rachel and Kirsty have to face off with Jack Frost to get it?<P> Find the magical petal in each book and keep Fairyland in full bloom!
Petal and Poppy and the Mystery Valentine (Green Light Readers Level 2)
by Ed Briant Lisa CloughFriends Petal the elephant and Poppy the rhino team up to solve a Valentine&’s Day whodunit in this delightful adventure for young readers. On Valentine&’s Day morning, Petal wakes up to chocolates. Poppy wakes to find flowers. What wonderful gifts for these best friends to give each other. But wait . . . Poppy forgot to get Petal a gift, and Petal forgot to get something for Poppy. So who is this mystery Valentine? With picture clues and simple text, this charming book brings the warmth of Valentine&’s Day to burgeoning readers. &“Briant&’s graphic-novel style illustrations are a great match for emerging independent readers . . . The appealing, bright colors and simply drawn characters are just as sweet as the story.&”—Booklist
Petal's Party (Lucky Bunnies #2)
by Catherine CoeEverybunny knows that a little bit of luck can turn an ordinary day into an adventure! Welcome to Bright Burrow, home to the six hoppiest, floppiest, pluckiest, luckiest bunnies around.EVERY BUNNY LOVES A PARTY!Petal is planning a Lucky Bunny burrow party with all sorts of furbulous games and sweet treats to nibble on! But when Twinkle and Star have an argument that makes both bunnies so hopping mad they can't stand the sight of each other, Petal doesn't know what to do. Can she save the party-and Twinkle and Star's friendship?
Petals on the Wind: Flowers In The Attic, Petals On The Wind, If There Be Thorns, Seeds Of Yesterday, And A New Excerpt! (Dollanganger #2)
by V.C. AndrewsOn the heels of the successful Lifetime TV version of Flowers in the Attic comes the TV movie tie-in edition of Petals On the Wind, the second book in the captivating Dollanganger saga.Forbidden love comes into full bloom. For three years they were kept hidden in the eaves of Foxworth Hall, their existence all but denied by a mother who schemed to inherit a fortune. For three years their fate was in the hands of their righteous, merciless grandmother. They had to stay strong...but in their hopeless world, Cathy and her brother Christopher discovered blossoming desires that tumbled into a powerful obsession. Now, with their frail sister Carrie, they have broken free and scraped enough together for three bus tickets and a chance at a new life. The horrors of the attic are behind them...but they will carry its legacy of dark secrets forever.
Pete's Dragon Junior Novel
by Landry WalkerPete has a protector and friend in the huge, green dragon Elliot. But when Pete and Elliot are rediscovered by other humans, Pete must find a way to protect Elliot in return. Pete and Elliot find friendship, adventure, and a place to belong in this junior novelization of the upcoming film Pete's Dragon.
Pete's Dragon: The Lost Years
by Elizabeth RudnickWhen a young boy named Pete gets lost in a gigantic forest, he forms an unforgettable friendship with a giant flying dragon named Elliot. Based in the world of the film Pete's Dragon, this original story features original illustrations, explores Pete and Elliot's adventures and struggles in the forest and tells the tale of the lost years not shown in the film.
Peter Humbug and the White Cat
by Nomi J. WaldmanPeter does not think that he is the greatest or best at anything. Then his father, the king, challenges Peter and his brothers to solve three problems. Can Peter win this contest?
Peter Lee's Notes from the Field
by Angela AhnEleven-year-old Peter Lee has one goal in life: to become a paleontologist. But in one summer, that all falls apart. Told in short, accessible journal entries and combining the humor of Timmy Failure with the poignant family dynamics of Lynda Mullaly Hunt, Peter Lee will win readers' hearts.Eleven year-old Peter Lee has one goal in life: to become a paleontologist. Okay, maybe two: to get his genius kid-sister, L.B., to leave him alone. But his summer falls apart when his real-life dinosaur expedition turns out to be a bust, and he watches his dreams go up in a cloud of asthma-inducing dust. Even worse, his grandmother, Hammy, is sick, and no one will talk to Peter or L.B. about it. Perhaps his days as a scientist aren't quite behind him yet. Armed with notebooks and pens, Peter puts his observation and experimental skills to the test to see what he can do for Hammy. If only he can get his sister to be quiet for once -- he needs time to sketch out a plan.
Peter Loves Penguin (David McPhail's Love Series)
by David McPhailPeter and Penguin wake up to snow on the ground and immediately get bundled up to play outside. After making snowballs and a snowman and enjoying the perfect winter day together, they return inside to warm up and share some cocoa. In this companion to Ben Loves Bear and Bella Loves Bunny, the youngest readers will relate to the loving bond between a little boy and his favorite stuffed animal, and how this sweet friendship makes each day special.