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The Tower Of Nero (Trials Of Apollo #5)
by Rick RiordanAt last, the breathtaking, action-packed finale of the #1 bestselling Trials of Apollo series is here! Will the Greek god Apollo, cast down to earth in the pathetic moral form of a teenager named Lester Papadopoulos, finally regain his place on Mount Olympus? Lester's demigod friends at Camp Jupiter just helped him survive attacks from bloodthirsty ghouls, an evil Roman king and his army of the undead, and the lethal emperors Caligula and Commodus. Now the former god and his demigod master Meg must follow a prophecy uncovered by Ella the harpy. Lester's final challenge will be at the Tower of Nero, back in New York. Will Meg have a last showdown with her father? Will this helpless form of Apollo have to face his arch nemesis, Python? Who will be on hand at Camp Half-Blood to assist? These questions and more will be answered in this book that all demigods are eagerly awaiting.
The Tower Of The Elf King: Design and build amazing moving machines (Secrets of Droon #9)
by Tony Abbott Tim JessellA hidden door. A magical staircase. Discover the world of Droon! <P><P> Somebody has robbed the Lumpies' village! And it can't be Lord Sparr - because he has mysteriously disappeared. The rumor is that a terrible beast is behind the crime. <P>So Eric, Julie and Neal set off with Khan and Princess Keeah to find the creature. Instead they find a big surprise!
Tower of the Five Orders: The Shakespeare Mysteries, Book 2
by Deron R. Hicks Mark Edward GeyerColophon Letterford's life changed overnight when she uncovered Shakespeare's lost manuscripts. Now the authenticity of those manuscripts is in question . . . and the centuries-old family publishing business is in danger. In this exciting mystery, thirteen-year-old Colophon travels from Oxford's lofty Tower of the Five Orders to the dank depths of London's sewers in her pursuit of truth and honor. But the stakes are high. Budding cryptologists, Shakespeare fans, and mystery lovers alike will revel in the twists and turns of this fascinating middle grade sequel to Secrets of Shakespeare's Grave.
The Tower Treasure (Hardy Boys #1)
by Franklin W. DixonWhen Tower Mansion is robbed, its owner, Hurd Applegate is furious. He immediately wants Fenton Hardy to recover the missing loot and to have his handy man arrested. Frank and Joe are convinced though that Perry's father is innocent. Perry's family is forced to leave Tower Mansion and stay in a run down section of Bayport. Perry thinks he will soon have to drop out of school and abandon his dream of college because no one will hire his dad. The Hardys find clues that the treasure is hidden in one of the towers., but after two exhaustive searches that have Hurd Applegate insisting the boys no nothing, Frank and Joe are stumped. If the treasure isn't in Tower Mansion, then where will Frank and Joe look next? This is the revised 1959 version of The Tower Treasure.
The Tower Treasure: The Tower Treasure (Hardy Boys #1)
by Franklin W. DixonA dying criminal confesses that his loot has been stored "in the tower." Both towers of the looted mansion are searched in vain. It remains for the Hardy boys to make an astonishing discovery that clears up the mystery and clears the name of a friend's father.
Towers Falling
by Jewell Parker RhodesFrom award-winning author Jewell Parker Rhodes, a powerful novel set fifteen years after the 9/11 attacks. <P><P>When her fifth-grade teacher hints that a series of lessons about home and community will culminate with one big answer about two tall towers once visible outside their classroom window, Deja can't help but feel confused. <P>She sets off on a journey of discovery, with new friends Ben and Sabeen by her side. <P>But just as she gets closer to answering big questions about who she is, what America means, and how communities can grow (and heal), she uncovers new questions, too. <P>Like, why does Pop get so angry when she brings up anything about the towers? <P>Award-winning author Jewell Parker Rhodes tells a powerful story about young people who weren't alive to witness this defining moment in history, but begin to realize how much it colors their every day.
Town Secrets (The Book of Adam #1)
by Scott GelowitzAn ancient power is hidden in a small prairie town, and an unknowing group of boys may be the only ones able to protect it..
The Town with No Mirrors
by Christina Collins"The Giver Meets Uglies in this intricately crafted world.... Destined to be the next beloved dystopian novel." —Brigit Young, author of The PrettiestIn the town of Gladder Hill, there's no such word as ugly. Or beautiful. Zailey has never seen her own face. She's never seen her reflection, or a photo of herself, or even a drawing. In the special community of Gladder Hill, cameras and mirrors are forbidden: it's why everyone's happier here. Nobody talks about anyone else's appearance. You're not supposed to even think about what other people look like, or what you look like.But Zailey does.She knows her superficial thoughts are wrong, and her sketchbook, filled with secret portraits of her classmates and neighbors, could get her in trouble. Yet she can't help but think those thoughts, and be curious about the outside world where she once lived, years ago. Most of all, she wonders what it's like to see herself—her own face.When Zailey suddenly finds herself beyond the gates of her town, she has a chance to see if what she's been taught about the outside world is true and search for the mother she barely remembers. Only then will she find out the real story about Gladder Hill. But is she prepared for the truth?
Toy Academy: Some Assembly Required (Toy Academy #1)
by Brian LynchA hilarious and heartwarming illustrated novel from the writer of MINIONS; a classic in the making.Playing is serious business.Welcome to Toy Academy: where toys learn to play. This is where action figures train to battle, stuffed animals study the art of the hug, and collectibles practice standing very, very still. Though Grumbolt isn't really any of those things, he's determined to fit in. But when the Evil Toy Academy threatens to bring down his school, it's up to Grumbolt to go where no good toy has gone before and prove he's truly a great toy after all.This laugh-out-loud chapter book by Brian Lynch, the writer of Minions and a writer of The Secret Life of Pets, is a classic in the making.
The Toy Campaign (Spirit Flyer Series #2)
by John BibeeWhat would happen if someone decided to trick a whole town--by giving them toys? But not just any toys, you understand. Toys that had a powerful and sinister effect on their owners. And what if only two children knew the evil plot was in the works? The magic continues as John and Susan Kramar speed through this book of mystery and adventure. As July the Fourth approaches, they know some scheme is brewing. Armed only with bicycles that possess wonderful powers, their job is to find out what the plan is and to stop it.
Toy Dance Party (Toys Go Out #2)
by Emily Jenkins Paul ZelinskyLUMPHY, STINGRAY, AND Plastic are back! In this sequel to the hugely successfulToys Go Out, the lovable trio finds that their little girl has left for winter vacation and taken a box of dominoes, a stegosaurus puzzle, and two Barbie dolls--but not them. Could she have forgotten them? As the girl starts to grow up, the three best friends must join together to brave a blizzard, save the toy mice from the vacuum, and make sure that they'll always have the little girl's love. (And they still have time to throw an all-out dance party with the washing machine!) From the Hardcover edition.
Toy Story 3 Junior Novelization (Disney/Pixar Toy Story 3)
by RH DisneyThe creators of the Toy Story films reopen the toy box and bring moviegoers back to the delightful world of our favorite gang of toy characters in Toy Story 3. Woody, Buzz Lightyear, and the rest of Andy&’s toys are as fun and adventurous as always, but none of them can deny that things in Andy&’s room have changed. Andy is seventeen now and just three days away from heading off to college. Find out what happens to the beloved toys when they&’re compelled to leave Andy&’s room behind and embark on an all-new comedic adventure in Toy Story 3. This Junior Novelization retells all of the action from the new Disney/Pixar film—and features 8 pages of stills from the movie.
Toy Terror: Batteries Include (Give Yourself Goosebumps #20)
by R. L. StineThe original series from the Master of Fright--now a major motion picture in theaters August 7, 2015!Great news! You've won a contest! You get to choose between two really cool prizes: a toy robot or a tour of the Hasley Toy Factory. If you choose the tour, watch out for the Nasty Kathy. She's a living doll with a bad attitude-and she doesn't like nosy kids like you! Maybe you'd rather choose that toy robot, the Annihilator 3000. You love hi-tech stuff. At least, you thought you did. But now the Annihilator 3000 is using its laser beam to wreck your house! How will you stop it-before it goes after you? The choice is yours in this scary GOOSEBUMPS adventure that's packed with over 20 super-spooky endings!
Toys!: Amazing Stories Behind Some Great Inventions
by Don WulffsonDescribes the creation of a variety of toys and games, from seesaws to Silly Putty and toy soldiers to Trivial Pursuit. <P><P>[This text is listed as an example that meets Common Core Standards in English language arts in grades 4-5 at http://www.corestandards.org.]
Trabajar en el aeropuerto (¡Arriba la Lectura! Level T #43)
by Diana NoonanNIMAC-sourced textbook <p><p> Los aeropuertos son lugares emocionantes con mucha actividad por donde pasan miles de personas todos los días. En los aeropuertos trabajan muchas personas y hacen tareas de lo más variadas. Desde personal de seguridad hasta despachadores de equipaje, controladores de tráfico aéreo y bomberos, todos los que trabajan en un aeropuerto cumplen un papel muy importante.
Trabajar en las alturas y en las profundidades (¡Arriba la Lectura! Level R #10)
by Diana NoonanNIMAC-sourced textbook <p><p> Hay gente que trabaja en lugares inusuales, como a grandes alturas o en las profundidades subterráneas. Este tipo de trabajos presentan desafíos que casi nadie tiene que enfrentar, y la seguridad es un factor muy importante. En este libro se presentan ocho de estas profesiones que se ejercen en las alturas o en las profundidades.
Trace
by Pat CummingsIn a debut novel that's perfect for fans of Jason Reynolds and Erin Entrada Kelly, award-winning author/illustrator and educator Pat Cummings tells a poignant story about grief, love, and the untold stories that echo across time. Trace Carter doesn’t know how to feel at ease in his new life in New York. Even though his artsy Auntie Lea is cool, her brownstone still isn’t his home. Haunted by flashbacks of the accident that killed his parents, the best he can do is try to distract himself from memories of the past.But the past isn’t done with him. When Trace takes a wrong turn in the New York Public Library, he finds someone else lost in the stacks with him: a crying little boy, wearing old, tattered clothes.And though at first he can’t quite believe he’s seen a ghost, Trace soon discovers that the boy he saw has ties to Trace’s own history—and that he himself may be the key to setting the dead to rest.
Track Attack (Gym Shorts)
by Betty HicksJazz loves being on the track team! And her dad is her biggest fan -- maybe too big a fan. He argues with the coach, yells at the ref, and screams his head off at every meet. Jazz loves her dad, but can she keep him from having a full blown track attack? The latest book in the GYM SHORTS series finishes ahead of the pack and will keep early readers cheering.
Tracker
by Gary PaulsenA young hunter must confront the value of life as he faces the loss of his grandfather.For John Borne's family, hunting has nothing to do with sport or manliness. It's a matter of survival. Every fall John and his grandfather go off into the woods to shoot the deer that puts meat on the table over the long Minnesota winter. But this year John's grandfather is dying, and John must hunt alone. John tracks a doe for two days, but as he closes in on his prey, he realizes he cannot shoot her. For John, the hunt is no longer about killing, but about life.
Tracker
by Gary PaulsenA young hunter must confront the value of life as he faces the loss of his grandfather.For John Borne's family, hunting has nothing to do with sport or manliness. It's a matter of survival. Every fall John and his grandfather go off into the woods to shoot the deer that puts meat on the table over the long Minnesota winter. But this year John's grandfather is dying, and John must hunt alone. John tracks a doe for two days, but as he closes in on his prey, he realizes he cannot shoot her. For John, the hunt is no longer about killing, but about life.
Tracker
by Gary PaulsenA young hunter must confront the value of life as he faces the loss of his grandfather.For John Borne's family, hunting has nothing to do with sport or manliness. It's a matter of survival. Every fall John and his grandfather go off into the woods to shoot the deer that puts meat on the table over the long Minnesota winter. But this year John's grandfather is dying, and John must hunt alone. John tracks a doe for two days, but as he closes in on his prey, he realizes he cannot shoot her. For John, the hunt is no longer about killing, but about life.
Trackers of Dynamic Earth
by Anna-Maria Crum Pam HirschfeldFind out about the lives and accomplishments of a seismologist, a volcanologist, and a paleoceanographer.