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Politically Incorrect #23
by Melissa J. MorganWhen Tricia Bennett, the First Daughter of the country?s first ?green? president, arrives at Walla Walla, Natalie is assigned to show her the ropes. Walla Walla is going green this summer, so Tricia should fit right in. But when a national newspaper shows up on camp grounds and finds a pile of used Styrofoam containers behind the girls? bunk, somehow Natalie gets the blame. And you?ll never believe who the culprit is!
Politician (Careers With Character #18)
by Ellyn SannaFind out what it takes to be a politician with character... Politicians have opportunities to confront some of today's important issues, things like: *Environmental concerns; *Abortion; *Education; *Welfare reform; *Gun control; *National security; *Tax reform; *Child protection; *Women's concerns; and *Homelessness. If you feel strongly about issues like these, you may want to consider a career in politics. If you do, you'll need education...experience...and character. Because of their power, politicians face many occasions where they must choose between right and wrong. Do you have what it takes for this exciting career? Politician can help you decide.
Polly (Ellie's People Ser. #7)
by Mary Borntrager"Polly Miller is confused. Why is her family moving to Texas? Will she have friends there? This great-granddaughter of Ellie (Ellie's People, book 1) belongs to a close-knit Amish family and community in Ohio. Her dad says they can earn more money in Texas to pay off their farm in Ohio. But he doesn't understand Polly's need for companionship. Polly finds a friend in Rose Ann, an englisch girl her age. Then she secretly sneaks out with Tom Dawson, a cowboy and rodeo performer. Tragedy stalks her. Will she find her way back to her Amish roots?" Look for this engrossing series about the lives of young people growing up, working, playing, falling in love and living according to the Amish and Mennonite religions of their families and friends. Look for #1 Ellie, #2 Rebecca, #3 Rachael, #4 Daniel, #5. Reuben, #6. Andy, #8. Sarah, #9. Mandy and #10. Annie.
Pollyanna: The Second Glad Book (Dover Children's Evergreen Classics)
by Eleanor H. PorterWhen orphaned Pollyanna Whittier comes to live with her stern maiden aunt, the entire town of Beldingsville is affected by the bubbly nature of this lively eleven-year-old. Not only is she perpetually cheerful, she also brightens the lives of everyone she meets.How does Pollyanna manage to be so eternally optimistic? How does she spread her bright outlook among the sick, sad, and abrasive people of the town and transform the life of her lonely aunt? It's the "glad game," she says, describing the antidote to hardship and depressed spirits. But in a serious accident, the town almost loses its "Glad Girl," and everyone looks for a way to make this youngster happy again.Translated into several languages since its original publication in 1913, Pollyanna has been made into a Broadway play, as well as a popular motion picture. One of the best-loved children's stories of all time, this classic—along with its spirited heroine—will inspire readers for years to come.
Pollyanna (First Avenue Classics ™)
by Eleanor H. PorterWhen optimistic orphan Pollyanna is sent to live with her stern Aunt Polly in the dismal town of Beldingsville, the sweet-natured eleven year old relies on "the Glad Game" to boost her spirits. The Glad Game—which involves looking for the silver lining in every situation—allows her to remain cheerful no matter how coldly and harshly her aunt treats her. Pollyanna teaches the town's residents how to be glad, too, and her sunny outlook soon reanimates the town. Not even strict Aunt Polly is entirely immune to Pollyanna's infectious charm. But when misfortune strikes, Pollyanna will find her irrepressible optimism put to the test. This is an unabridged version of the heartwarming children's tale by American author Eleanor H. Porter, first published in 1913.
Pollyanna
by Eleanor H. Porter Anne FineOne of the all-time classics of children's literature, a feel-good book full of enthusiasm and exuberance, and a perfect family read"There is something about everything that you can be glad about, if you keep hunting long enough to find it."When Pollyanna Whittier's father dies she is sent to live with her Aunt Polly in Vermont. A clash of personalities ensues as Pollyanna's sunny disposition sits ill with her aunt's need for quiet, her passion for shutting windows, and her obsession with quietly shut doors. The key to Pollyanna's happiness is The Glad Game—originally invented to deal with disappointing missionary boxes—and is applied to all parts of life. No matter how dark the situation, it is always possible to find something to be glad about. Any attempts to discipline the child fail helplessly in the face of The Glad Game. A bread and milk supper in the kitchen is greeted with rapture; a puritan attic bedroom with sparse furnishing is valued for its rapturous views. As Pollyanna becomes acquainted with other inhabitants of the town, the cantankerous residents fall victim to her charms. However, the arrival of a motor car in town heralds a tragic change which not even Pollyanna looks likely to be able to overcome. This timeless classic has spawned many spin-off novels and films.
The Polter-Ghost Problem
by Betsy UhrigThree best friends discover a haunted orphanage and get swept up in ghoulish shenanigans in this &“laugh-out-loud, high-action read&” (Kirkus Reviews, starred review) for fans of Best Nerds Forever and the Fear Street series.One haunted orphanage + two types of ghosts + three freaked-out friends = plenty of trouble. Best friends Aldo, Pen, and Jasper are braced for a boring summer. And equally dull summer journal writing assignments. That is, until they see a slightly transparent boy with a bad haircut appear by the soccer field and then disappear into the woods beyond. The boys follow him and discover the long-abandoned Grauche Orphanage for Orphans, a house in the woods that is most definitely haunted. But the ghosts are not the problem. They have been trapped at the orphanage by a cranky poltergeist who erupts into violent tantrums if they put even a spectral toe across the property line. The ghosts ask the boys to help free them—but who is the angry poltergeist and what does it want? To solve the mystery, the trio must investigate the orphanage&’s dark past, evade Aldo&’s ghastly older brother, borrow a skeptical librarian, and duck lots of flying furniture, all while failing to agree on almost anything. Can they defeat the evil entity and rescue the ghosts before their parents catch on and ground them for eternity?
Polyeucte
by Pierre CorneilleThis is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide. We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book.
The Pond
by Robert MurphyThis inspiring tale about respecting and preserving animal and plant life, perhaps even more relevant in today's climate than when it was first published, is finally back in print. Fourteen-year-old Joey spends his childhood visiting a beautiful back-country pond in Virginia. His humorous and heart-warming adventures in and around the pond, with the faithful dog Charley at his side, broaden his understanding of his place in the world and awaken in him a protective instinct towards all nature. In an era of climate-change debate and animal rights movements, The Pond delivers an important message to readers of all ages, at the same time never failing to delight.
The Pond
by Robert MurphyThis inspiring tale about respecting and preserving animal and plant life, perhaps even more relevant in today's climate than when it was first published, is finally back in print. Fourteen-year-old Joey spends his childhood visiting a beautiful back-country pond in Virginia. His humorous and heart-warming adventures in and around the pond, with the faithful dog Charley at his side, broaden his understanding of his place in the world and awaken in him a protective instinct towards all nature. In an era of climate-change debate and animal rights movements, The Pond delivers an important message to readers of all ages, at the same time never failing to delight.
¡Ponte al día! para Jamaica Libro 1 Edición NSC
by Tashane Haynes-BrownIncrease your ability to communicate with Jamaica's Spanish-speaking neighbours and visitors with an accessible secondary Spanish course which blends a vicarious immersion experience with the familiarity of the Jamaican cultural context. - Trust experienced local authors and reviewers to guide you through Jamaica's National Standards Curriculum.- Boost motivation with culturally relevant texts structured into units and divided into mini lessons for ease of learning and access.- Navigate skills confidently with objectives listed according skills: listening & speaking, reading, writing and vocabulary & grammar.- Advance conversation and listening skills with audio resources on CD and conversation practice in each unit. - Engage in independent further study with a digital component supported by Languagenut, containing additional reading, writing, speaking & listening activities.
¡Ponte al día! para Jamaica Libro 2 Edición NSC
by Deidre Brown Latoya Smith Andrea GittensIncrease your ability to communicate with Jamaica's Spanish-speaking neighbours and visitors with an accessible secondary Spanish course which blends a vicarious immersion experience with the familiarity of the Jamaican cultural context. - Trust experienced local authors and reviewers to guide you through Jamaica's National Standards Curriculum.- Boost motivation with culturally relevant texts structured into units and divided into mini lessons for ease of learning and access.- Navigate skills confidently with objectives listed according skills: listening & speaking, reading, writing and vocabulary & grammar.- Advance conversation and listening skills with audio resources on CD and conversation practice in each unit. - Engage in independent further study with a digital component supported by Languagenut, containing additional reading, writing, speaking & listening activities.
¡Ponte al día! para Jamaica Libro 3 Edición NSC
by Tadeen Winter-Williams Jodi R Reid Mónica Morcillo LaizIncrease your ability to communicate with Jamaica's Spanish-speaking neighbours and visitors with an accessible secondary Spanish course which blends a vicarious immersion experience with the familiarity of the Jamaican cultural context. - Trust experienced local authors and reviewers to guide you through Jamaica's National Standards Curriculum.- Boost motivation with culturally relevant texts structured into units and divided into mini lessons for ease of learning and access.- Navigate skills confidently with objectives listed according skills: listening & speaking, reading, writing and vocabulary & grammar.- Advance conversation and listening skills with audio resources on CD and conversation practice in each unit. - Engage in independent further study with a digital component supported by Languagenut, containing additional reading, writing, speaking & listening activities.
The Pony Whisperer: Prize Problems
by Janet RisingBeing able to talk to ponies isn't all that it's cracked up to be!Pia never thought anyone actually one magazine contests. So when her friend Beans wins a riding vacation for two, she's totally excited to go with her. A whole wonderful week riding new ponies and making fabulous new friends. But when things start to go missing around the ranch, Pia turns to the ponies to see what they have to say—and is shocked at what she hears!Can Pia and her new pony pals solve the mystery before their vacation gallops to an end?"This combination of magic and quick-moving, contemporary plot is a light and enjoyable read. The horses are particularly amusing as they reveal their complaints and requests to their owners through Pia. "—School Library Journalreview for The Pony Whisperer: The Word on the Yard
The Pool of Fire
by John ChristopherWill must defeat the Tripods once and for all in this third book of a classic alien trilogy ideal for fans of Rick Yancey's The 5th Wave and Margaret Peterson Haddix's Shadow Children series.After being held captive in the City of Gold and Lead--the capital, where the creatures that control the mechanical, monstrous Tripods live--Will believes that he's learned everything he needs to know to destroy them. He has discovered the source of their power, and with this new knowledge, Will and his friends plan to return to the City of Gold and Lead to take down the Masters once and for all. Although Will and his friends have planned everything down to the minute, the Masters still have surprises in store. And with the Masters' plan to destroy Earth completely, Will may have just started the war that will end it all.
The Pool of Fire
by John ChristopherWill must defeat the Tripods once and for all in this third book of a classic alien trilogy ideal for fans of Rick Yancey's The 5th Wave and Margaret Peterson Haddix's Shadow Children series.After being held captive in the City of Gold and Lead--the capital, where the creatures that control the mechanical, monstrous Tripods live--Will believes that he's learned everything he needs to know to destroy them. He has discovered the source of their power, and with this new knowledge, Will and his friends plan to return to the City of Gold and Lead to take down the Masters once and for all. Although Will and his friends have planned everything down to the minute, the Masters still have surprises in store. And with the Masters' plan to destroy Earth completely, Will may have just started the war that will end it all.
The Pool Party
by Gary SotoRudy Herrera is surprised and excited when he gets an invitation to a pool party. It's from Tiffany Perez, the richest and most popular girl in school.Rudy's grandmother, "El Shorty," thinks he is going off to shoot pool. His sister, Estela, warns him not to make a fool of himself, or worse, embarass her. Rudy's father teaches him how to make small talk and tells him Tiffany will like him because he's a real person, not a phony.All Rudy cares about is what to wear, what kinds of dives to do, and what to bring Tiffany. When the big day arrives, Rudy is in high spirits. Will he make a big splash at the pool party?From Grandfather "El Shorty" to Little Rudy, the Herreras are a family who not only live and work together, but love and enjoy one another. Gary Soto, poet and storyteller, gives young readers a story of simple pleasures, simply told and simply wonderful.
Poop Detectives: Working Dogs in the Field
by Ginger WadsworthHow can dogs that sniff for excrement, urine, vomit, and mucus help protect animals from extinction? In the race to save endangered animals, finding solutions now is critical. Scat-detection dogs like Wicket, Tucker, and Orbee are conservation heroes and pioneers in a cutting-edge field of science. Canine detectives use their super sense of smell to locate the scat of target animals. From loose bear dung to gooey whale poop, scat can tell scientists valuable information about an animal&’s sex, age, diet, and health—all without harming the animal or endangering the researcher.
Poop Happened!: A History Of The World From The Bottom Up
by Sarah Albee Robert LeightonDid lead pipes cause the fall of the Roman Empire? How many toilets were in the average Egyptian pyramid? How did a knight wearing fifty pounds of armor go to the bathroom? Was poor hygiene the last straw before the French Revolution? Did Thomas Crapper really invent the modern toilet? How do astronauts go in space? History finally comes out of the water-closet in this exploration of how people's need to relieve themselves shaped human development from ancient times to the present. Throughout time, the most successful civilizations were the ones who realized that everyone poops, and they had better figure out how to get rid of it! From the world's first flushing toilet invented by ancient Minoan plumbers to castle moats in the middle ages that used more than just water to repel enemies, Sarah Albee traces human civilization using one revolting yet fascinating theme. A blend of historical photos and humorous illustrations bring the answers to these questions and more to life, plus extra-gross sidebar information adds to the potty humor. This is bathroom reading kids, teachers, librarians, and parents won't be able to put down!
Poor and Proud; Or, The Fortunes of Katy Redburn: A Story for Young Folks
by Oliver OpticAccording to Wikipedia: William Taylor Adams (July 30, 1822 - March 27, 1897) was a noted academic, author, and Massachusetts state legislator. He was born in Medway, Massachusetts in 1822 to Captain Laban Adams and Catherine Johnson Adams. He became a teacher in the Boston, Massachusetts public schools in 1845, and remained in that capacity through 1865. In 1846, he married Sarah Jenkins, with whom he had two children. He served as a member of the School Board of Dorchester, Massachusetts, for 14 years. In 1869, he became a member of the Massachusetts General Court. He died in Dorchester in 1897. He wrote many books of fiction for boys under the pseudonym Oliver Optic, including: Hatchie, the Guardian Slave (1853), Indoors and Out (1855), and The Boat Club (1855).
Poor Little Rich Girl: Book 1
by Grace DentPoppet Montague-Jones is 15, 87th in line to the British throne and soon to inherit a whopping trust fund. Unlike her sister Kitten - legendary wild child and society columnist in London Alive (see Diary of a Chav), Poppet is a troubled and ill-fitting teenager who is at an impressionable age, and doesn't quite know how to launch herself into the world. Poppet spends much of her time daydreaming and getting bossed about by her flamboyant school friends, Vixen Blaze Brocklehurst and Striker Earhart. Between them, the girls get up to all sorts of high jinks a la St Trinians at school and in their stinkingly rich 'hood', not giving much thought to their future. They're rich, so who cares! Poppet's Mum Saskia has her future in hand anyway: a career in fashion and marriage to nice, loaded, Felix Hayes Burlington across the road. Thing is, Poppet is not entirely sure it's what she really wants. Isn't there more to life than charity lunches and yoga? Is Poppet destined for a life of designer grunge and decadence without lifting a finger to earn her own living, or is she brave enough to break out of the mould?
The Poor Tinker and the Elves
by Lynn EvansOriginating long ago in Japan, this fable invites readers to evaluate the importance and value of being honest.
Poor Tom's Ghost
by Jane Louise CurryPoor Tom's Ghost--dramatic, wholly convincing, a fascinating intermingling of the centuries--portrays a family whose uncertain bonds are tested and strengthened by a threat from the past.When the Nicholas family first sees the derelict old house near London that has been left to them in Aunt Deb's will, they are sadly disappointed. Thirteen-year-old Roger is the most disappointed, since, having moved place to place all his life with his gifted actor-father, he longs for some measure of stability. Then Roger and his father discover, under peeling wallpaper and rotted paneling, traces of a much older, more graceful house, and their misgivings disappear--until, one night, the house is filled with a sound of wild grieving that Roger traces to an empty room. Only Roger--and later his small stepsister Pippa--sees the ghosts, among them is that of Tom Garland, a well-known actor in Shakespeare's time. But Roger's father, playing Hamlet in the famous National Theatre, is caught up, unknowingly, in Tom's old tragedy. It is a frightened Roger who has to risk his life to find a way to mend the past before the present becomes its tragic echo.
Poor Unfortunate Soul: A Tale Of The Sea Witch
by Serena Valentino Disney Storybook Art TeamHow did the sea witch, Ursula, become so twisted and filled with hatred? After Ursula is cast out of the kingdom by King Triton, she makes a deal with three powerful witches to commit a terrible deed - but will Ursula or the witches be happy with the outcome? Determined to be with her new love, Ariel makes a dangerous deal with Ursula. Will the cost of losing her enchanting voice and nearly her soul prove too high for Ariel, or will the power of good prevail?