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World of Mushrooms: Discover the Freaky, Fantastic Fungi That Lurk in the Woods, Pop Up in Lawns, and Sneak Around Underground
by Pauline PayenGet a close-up look at twenty common mushrooms and their habitats in this lively introduction to the kingdom of fungi. Explore different mushroom habitats and discover how they communicate with other organisms in this charmingly illustrated guide. Featuring profiles of different mushrooms—from chanterelles and oyster mushrooms to stinkhorns, penny buns, amanitas, and more—this engaging science and nature book brings mushrooms to life for readers ages 7 to 11. With World of Mushrooms, readers will: ·Observe common mushrooms up close. ·Learn how mushrooms communicate. ·Find out how and where mushrooms grow. ·Spot mushrooms in the wild.
The World of Music
by Nicola Barber Mary MureIntroduces musical instruments and music from around the world and chronicles the history of music in the Western world from 1100 to the present.
The World of Norm: Includes Delivery
by Jonathan MeresNorm knew it was going to be one of those days when he lost his house...But even when he finds it, things don't get much better. What could be worse than imagining your parents at a salsa dancing event - with your best friend?! Norm's not sure what's got into Mikey, but he suspects hormones may be involved. Flipping typical!The TENTH hilarious title in this award-winning, laugh-out-loud series. For fans of Diary of a Wimpy Kid and David Walliams.
World of Norm: May Need Rebooting (Titchy Witch)
by Jonathan MeresNorm knew it was going to be one of those days when he woke up and found himself in 18th century France... If only he hadn't fallen asleep in History! And if only he'd done his punishment exercise! And if only he could go biking instead of playing stupid football! Except Norm can't go biking. Why not? BECAUSE HIS BIKE'S BEEN STOLEN, THAT'S WHY! Nightmare? It's worse than that... IT'S AN ABSO-FLIPPING-LUTE DISASTER! An award-winning, laugh-out-loud series for fans of Diary of a Wimpy Kid and David Walliams.
The World of Norm: May Contain Buts
by Jonathan MeresNorm knew it was going to be one of those days when he went to the toilet, just for something to do... But things can only get better, right? WRONG! If only Brian and Dave hadn't found Dad's million year old aftershave. If only Mikey wasn't feeling lower than a snake's backside. If only Chelsea would hurry up and move! It's all ifs and buts though. Or should that be whiffs and butts? Either way it's just so flipping unfair! The eighth hilarious title in this award-winning, laugh-out-loud series. For fans of Diary of a Wimpy Kid and David Walliams.
The World of Norm: Must Be Washed Separately
by Jonathan MeresNorm knew it was going to be one of those days when he was woken by the sound of an elephant breaking wind in the next room... Not the best start to a day, but it's about to get a whole lot worse. As if a trip to see his perfect cousins isn't bad enough, they've only gone and got the brand new Call Of Mortal Battle! Not that Norm could play anyway what with being banned off Xbox due to a curious incident of a stinky dog at bath time. Business as usual? ABSO-FLIPPING-LUTELY!!! The seventh hilarious title in this award-winning, laugh-out-loud series. For fans of Diary of a Wimpy Kid and David Walliams.
The World of Norm: May Require Batteries
by Jonathan MeresThe fourth hilarious title in the award-winning, laugh-out-loud series, The World of Norm. Perfect for fans of Tom Gates and Diary of a Wimpy Kid. Norm knew it was going to be one of those days when he got out of bed and trod in something he shouldn't have...What with overdue homework, overdue pocket money and a bag full of overdue newspapers, one thing's for sure: life for Norm isn't getting any less unfair. And did he mention the fact that he's the only kid on the planet without an iPad? ABSO-FLIPPING-LUTELY RIGHT HE DID!With brilliantly funny illustrations throughout from Donough O'Malley.
The World of Norm: May Still Be Charged
by Jonathan MeresThe NINTH hilarious title in this award-winning, laugh-out-loud series. For fans of Diary of a Wimpy Kid and David Walliams.Norm knew it was going to be one of those days when he was grounded before he'd even got up...But that's what happens when you run up a phone bill the size of a flipping bus. The trouble is Norm has no idea how it happened! All he knows is that he has to somehow pay it off if he's to go biking with Mikey. Even if that does mean going into business with the world's most annoying next door neighbour...
The World of Norm: May Cause Irritation
by Jonathan MeresIt might be a dream, but Norm soon finds that things go from bad to worse - when his perfect cousins arrive for a walk. If there was one thing worse than spending time with his perfect cousins it was being forced to go on a flipping walk with them! What's the point in going for a walk - except to get from A to B?!Jonathan Meres follows up May Contain Nuts with another laugh-out-loud story about Norm, a boy who can't understand why everything always seems unfair...
A World of Trouble
by T. R. BurnsSometimes you find trouble, and sometimes trouble finds you. The mischief continues in the second book of a trouble-loving middle grade series!It's Seamus Hinkle's second semester at Kilter Academy, where he's quickly become an ace troublemaking student. In fact, the headmistress has even entrusted him with a special assignment--one he's forbidden to share with any of his friends. But Seamus has also come up with his own mission, and it's a doozy. If Seamus and Lemon, Abe, and Gabby can pull off this cross-country adventure to rescue one of their own, they'll earn extra-credit demerits for sure. And they might just learn the truth about some huge secrets the adults around them have been keeping... The second book in T.R. Burns's Merits of Mischief series boasts the same "irresistible appeal" (BCCB) of Book One, and is sure to leave you clamoring for the next installment.
A World of Trouble
by T. R. BurnsThe mischief continues in the second book of a trouble-loving middle-grade series.Sometimes you find trouble, and sometimes trouble finds you. It's Seamus Hinkle's second semester at Kilter Academy, where he's quickly become an ace troublemaking student. In fact, the headmistress has even entrusted him with a special assignment--one he's forbidden to share with any of his friends. But Seamus has also come up with his own mission, and it's a doozy. If Seamus and Lemon, Abe, and Gabby can pull off this cross-country adventure to rescue one of their own, they'll earn extra-credit demerits for sure. And they might just learn the truth about some huge secrets the adults around them have been keeping.... The second book in T.R. Burns's Merits of Mischief series boasts the same "irresistible appeal" (BCCB) of Book One, and is sure to leave readers clamoring for the next installment.
World of Warcraft: Traveler (World of Warcraft #1)
by Samwise Didier Greg WeismanAn epic action-adventure series set in Blizzard's popular World of Warcraft® game franchise. Features a young cast of characters discovering the mysteries and majesty of the world around them. It's been years since twelve-year-old Aramar Thorne, a clever boy who is never without his precious sketch book, has seen his father. So when Captain Greydon Thorne comes ashore and asks his son to join him at sea, it feels as if someone has redrawn Aram's entire world. At sea, Aram struggles to get along with the Wavestider's crew--especially second mate Makasa, a tough teenaged girl who has been reluctantly placed in charge of him. Just as Aram starts to get his head above water, a band of vicious pirates attack the Wavestrider, turning his world upside down once again. As Aram and Makasa try to find their way home, they encounter creatures both terrible and wondrous, and Aram will seek to understand Azeroth's denizens as he draws them in his sketchbook, forming unlikely friendships along the way. But the journey is hindered by Greydon's compass, which never points north. If the compass isn't leading Aram and Makasa home--to safety--to what destiny is it leading?
World Organizations United Nations
by Linda MelvernAn introduction to get readers to faraway countries and people, as each organization dedicates itself to issues such as poverty, pollution, human rights, and world peace.
The World Past and Present East and West
by James A. Banks Jean Craven Barry K. Beyer Gloria Ladson-Billings Gloria Contreras Mary A. McfarlandMeant for middle school students,this is a detailed and informative book on the rich history of our world covering both eastern and western nations.
The World Series: Great Championship Moments
by Matthew F ChristopherFor more than a century, the World Series has captivated baseball fans. From Babe Ruth's Called Shot in 1932 and Reggie Jackson's three-in-a-row home runs in 1977, to the "reverse the curse" wins by Boston in 2004 and Chicago in 2005--this action-packed volume is sure to please. Quotes from the star athletes, photos of the best plays, and a complete list of results since the first series in 1903 round out the book that young baseball fans will find is an out-of-the park home run!
World Series: Rookie Of The Year/world Series/the Kid From Tomkinsville (The Brooklyn Dodgers #3)
by John R. TunisIn only his second year in the major leagues, Roy Tucker is thrilled to be playing in a World Series--but with the Brooklyn Dodgers, victory is never certainThe Brooklyn Dodgers have finally made it to the World Series, after years of losing seasons and disappointments. Roy Tucker, the kid from Tomkinsville, is excited about the series, and also about the prospect of a little extra money to send home to his grandmother in Connecticut. The Cleveland Indians are now all that stands between the Dodgers and their first-ever championship. But this seven-game series could be the longest they've ever played, plagued by injuries, setbacks, and early losses. Will Tucker and his Brooklyn teammates finally have their moment of glory?
World Studies: Africa, Asia, & Australia, North Carolina
by Pearson Prentice HallNIMAC-sourced textbook
