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Heroes, Gods and Monsters of the Greek Myths
by Bernard EvslinThe bestselling compendium of ancient Greece’s timeless tales and towering figures of mythology from a classics expert. The world of Greek mythology contains some of the most exciting and imaginative stories ever told. In Heroes, Gods and Monsters of the Greek Myths, bestselling author Bernard Evslin shares his passion for these fabulous tales and the eternal themes they so beautifully express. In this accessible overview, you’ll get to know the iconic gods, heroes, and tragic figures: Zeus, the all-powerful king of the gods; Hera, his cunning and jealous wife; King Midas, whose touch could turn anything into gold; the sculptor Pygmalion, who falls in love with his own creation; and many more. With each story, Evslin brings new life to these legendary characters and the magical world they inhabit. Translated into multiple languages, and with more than ten million copies sold, this invaluable resource has become a classic in itself.
Heroes, Gods and Monsters of the Greek Myths
by Bernard EvslinThe bestselling compendium of ancient Greece&’s timeless tales and towering figures of mythology from a classics expert. The world of Greek mythology contains some of the most exciting and imaginative stories ever told. In Heroes, Gods and Monsters of the Greek Myths, bestselling author Bernard Evslin shares his passion for these fabulous tales and the eternal themes they so beautifully express. In this accessible overview, you&’ll get to know the iconic gods, heroes, and tragic figures: Zeus, the all-powerful king of the gods; Hera, his cunning and jealous wife; King Midas, whose touch could turn anything into gold; the sculptor Pygmalion, who falls in love with his own creation; and many more. With each story, Evslin brings new life to these legendary characters and the magical world they inhabit. Translated into multiple languages, and with more than ten million copies sold, this invaluable resource has become a classic in itself.
Heroes, Horses, and Harvest Moons Illustrated Reader: A Cornucopia Of Best-loved Poems (A Cornucopia of Best-Loved Poems #0)
by Jim Weiss Crystal CreggeClassic poems about nature, bravery, love, and the wild journeys of the imagination, beautifully illustrated by Crystal Cregge.
Heroes: A Novel of Pearl Harbor
by Alan GratzDecember 6, 1941: Best friends Frank and Stanley have it good. With their dads stationed at the Pearl Harbor naval base in Hawaii, the boys get to soak up the sunshine while writing and drawing their own comic books. World War II might be raging overseas, but so far America has stayed out of the fight. There's nothing to fear, right? <P><P> December 7th, 1941: Everything implodes. <P> Frank and Stanley are touring a battleship when Japanese planes zoom overhead, dropping bomb after bomb. As explosions roar and sailors screa, Frank and Stanley realize the unthinkable is happening: Japan is attacking America! The war has come to them. <P><P> Frantically, the boys struggle to find safety. But disaster and danger are everywhere--from torpedoes underwater to bullets on the beach... to the shocking cruelty that their friends and neightbors show Stanely. Because his mom is Japanese-American, Stanely is suddenly seen as the "enemy." And Frank, who is white, cannot begin to understand what his friend is now facing. <P><P> If the boys make it through this infamous day, can their friendship--and their dreams--survive? Or has everything they know been destroyed? <P><P> Told with the immediacy, high-stakes action, and inventive storytelling that make Alan Gratz (Refugee,Ground Zero) one of today's biggest authors, this riveting look at the attack on Pearl Harbor explores themes of prejudice, power, and what it truly means to be a hero.
Heroism Begins with Her: Inspiring Stories of Bold, Brave, and Gutsy Women in the U.S. Military
by Winifred ConklingFor fans of Rad American Women A–Z, Rebel Girls, and Women Who Dared comes an inspiring collection of more than 80 profiles about the brave women in the US military who fought hard for their country and even harder for what they believed in.From the Revolutionary War to present day, women have proudly served in the United States Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, and Coast Guard as nurses, pilots, engineers, soldiers, and more. They dressed as men, worked for little pay and no benefits, and endured prejudice to break down barriers and earn their place beside their fellow servicemen. The achievements and courageous acts of these women forever changed the way the military operates!From well-known women to unsung heroes, this beautifully illustrated book tells incredible, captivating tales of gutsy women like Margaret Corbin, Harriet Tubman, Tammy Duckworth, and countless others.And it will prove just one thing: Women really can do anything!
Hershel and the Hanukkah Goblins: 25th Anniversary Edition
by Eric A. KimmelThe classic Hanukkah tale, shared by families all around the world-- now available in a beautiful anniversary edition. A Caldecott Honor book. An original tale featuring a traditional Jewish folk hero, this clever story, which received a Sydney Taylor Honor, has been a family favorite for decades. On the first night of Hanukkah, a weary traveler named Hershel of Ostropol eagerly approaches a village, where plenty of latkes and merriment should warm him. But when he arrives not a single candle is lit. A band of frightful goblins has taken over the synagogue, and the villagers cannot celebrate at all! Hershel vows to help them. Using his wits, the clever trickster faces down one goblin after the next, night after night. But can one man alone save Hanukkah and live to tell the tale? Trina Schart Hyman&’s leering goblins are equal parts terrifying and ridiculous as they match wits with Hershel, trying to keep him from lighting the menorah and celebrating Hanukkah. This beautiful 25th Anniversary Edition includes an insightful afterword from the author and publisher explaining the book's origins, and remembering Trina Schart Hyman, the illustrator who brought the tale to life. This classic picture book is a perfect Hanukkah gift and a wonderful read-aloud. For more tales of this clever folk hero, read The Adventures of Hershel of Ostropol— another collaboration between master storyteller Eric A. Kimmel and Trina Schart Hyman. Caldecott Honor Book ALA Notable Children&’s Book NCTE Notable Children&’s Book in the Language Arts A Sydney Taylor Award Honor Book Colorado Children&’s Book Award Washington Children's Choice Picture Book Award
Hershey's Milk Chocolate Fractions Book
by Jerry Pallotta Rob BolsterA Hershey's bar is made up of 12 little rectangles, making it the perfect edible tool for teaching fractions!
Herstory: 50 Women and Girls Who Shook Up the World
by Sarah Walsh Katherine HalliganMove aside history—it’s time for herstory. Celebrate fifty inspiring and powerful women who changed the world and left their mark in this lavishly illustrated biography compilation that’s perfect for fans of Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls and She Persisted. Throughout history, girls have often been discussed in terms of what they couldn’t or shouldn’t do. Not anymore. It’s time for herstory—a celebration of not only what girls can do, but the remarkable things women have already accomplished, even when others tried to stop them. In this uplifting and inspiring book, follow the stories of fifty powerhouse women from around the world and across time who each managed to change the world as they knew it forever. Telling the stories of their childhood, the challenges they faced, and the impact of their achievements, each lavishly illustrated spread is a celebration of girl power in its many forms. From astronauts to activists, musicians to mathematicians, these women are sure to motivate young readers of all backgrounds to focus not on the can’ts and shouldn’ts, but on what they can do: anything!
Hestia the Invisible (Goddess Girls #18)
by Joan Holub Suzanne WilliamsHestia feels unseen at Mount Olympus Academy in this eighteenth Goddess Girls adventure.
Hettie Nettle's Handbook for Hedgewitches
by Claire BarkerWherever there's a patch of nature, children can find the Wild Wood, and wherever there is the Wild Wood, a little hedgewitch is needed! Hettie&’s Nettle&’s month-by-month guide opens the door on a hidden world – one that only children can see. Full of secrets, top tips and funny, magical friends, this handbook is an essential guide for imaginative young guardians of nature. • Learn each month's secret Whisper Name (January's is The Dreaming – shh!)• Enjoy celebrity interviews with celebrities from the Wild Wood (such the Sun and Jack Frost)• Help organize the seasonal celebrations of the Wheel of the Year (the wedding of Jack-in-the-Green and the Queen of the May at Beltane is the event of the season!)• Have fun with the Spell of the Month (make a wish with a dandelion clock charm)• Enjoy seasonal tales from Flittermouse (Hettie's favourite is The Hare and the Moon!)Filled with watercolour illustrations from Hettie&’s enchanted paintbox and details about the fascinating folk she meets in her daily life, this secret notebook will connect you with the magic that lives inside and around us every day.
Hettie Nettle's Handbook for Hedgewitches
by Claire BarkerWherever there's a patch of nature, children can find the Wild Wood, and wherever there is the Wild Wood, a little hedgewitch is needed! Hettie&’s Nettle&’s month-by-month guide opens the door on a hidden world—one that only children can see. Full of secrets, top tips, and funny, magical friends, this handbook is an essential guide for imaginative young guardians of nature. • Learn each month's secret Whisper Name (January's is The Dreaming—shh!)• Enjoy celebrity interviews with celebrities from the Wild Wood (such the Sun and Jack Frost)• Help organize the seasonal celebrations of the Wheel of the Year (the wedding of Jack-in-the-Green and the Queen of the May at Beltane is the event of the season!)• Have fun with the Spell of the Month (make a wish with a dandelion clock charm)• Enjoy seasonal tales from Flittermouse (Hettie's favourite is The Hare and the Moon!)Filled with watercolor illustrations from Hettie&’s enchanted paintbox and details about the fascinating folk she meets in her daily life, this secret notebook will connect you with the magic that lives inside and around us every day.
Hettie and the London Blitz: A World War II Survival Story (Girls Survive)
by Jenni L. WalshLondon schoolgirl Hettie hears the whispers and sees the worry creeping across her parents' faces. She watches as the windows in her home are blacked out. She helps her dad build a bomb shelter. She learns how to wear a gas mask. War, led by Adolf Hitler, is stomping its feet at Great Britain's doorstep, and Hettie knows only one thing for certain: When the bombs come, it will take all the courage she has to be brave and survive.
Hex Hall: To Be Recycled - Duplicate Isbn (A Hex Hall Novel #1)
by Rachel HawkinsThree years ago, Sophie Mercer discovered that she was a witch. It's gotten her into a few scrapes. Her non-gifted mother has been as supportive as possible, consulting Sophie's estranged father???an elusive European warlock???only when necessary. But when Sophie attracts too much human attention for a prom-night spell gone horribly wrong, it's her dad who decides her punishment: exile to Hex Hall, an isolated reform school for wayward Prodigium, a.k.a. witches, faeries, and shapeshifters.
Hex Vets: Witches in Training (Hex Vet)
by Sam DaviesHave you ever wondered where witches' cats go when they pull a claw? Or what you do with a pygmy phoenix with a case of bird flu? Nan and Clarion have you covered. They're the best veterinarian witches of all time—or at least they're trying to be. When an injured rabbit with strange eyes stumbles into their lives, Nan and Clarion have to put down their enchanted potions and face the biggest test of their magical, medical careers. Hex Vet: Witches in Training is an original graphic novel suitable for kids of all ages! From popular web cartoonist Sam Davies (Stutterhug), this book explores a truly spellbinding story about sticking together and helping animals at all costs. Perfect for fans of The Tea Dragon Society and Steven Universe!
Hey Black Child
by Bryan Collier Useni Eugene PerkinsSix-time Coretta Scott King Award winner and four-time Caldecott Honor recipient Bryan Collier brings this classic, inspirational poem to life, written by poet Useni Eugene Perkins.Hey black child,Do you know who you are?Who really are?Do you know you can beWhat you want to beIf you try to beWhat you can be?This lyrical, empowering poem celebrates black children and seeks to inspire all young people to dream big and achieve their goals.
Hey Dad!
by Brian DoyleA family car trip across Canada brings Megan and her dad face to face with how sad and happy growing up can be.
Hey Diddle Diddle: A Food Chain Tale
by Pam Kapchinske Sherry RogersSing along to this light-hearted romp while learning about different food chains within a single ecosystem. Which animals come out on top, and which animals end up as snacks? Hey Diddle Diddle teaches children about the food web, the circle of life, and the part that each living creature plays within an ecosystem. This book is so much fun, kids will have a hard time believing they're actually learning. You'll be singing Hey Diddle Diddle long after you close the book.
Hey L'il D! Take the Court
by Bob Lanier Heather Goodyear Desire GroverLittle Apple shoots and scores with this new early chapter book series loosely based on NBA all-star Bob Lanier's childhood adventures!! L'il D loves watching his dad play basketball every Sunday at the park. He knows that someday he'll be a star shooter, too - and he practices all the time. But when his sworn enemy takes over the school court at recess, L'il Dobber and his friends have nowhere to play. L'il D is torn. He wants to play his favorite sport, but also to follow his dad's example of good sportsmanship. As he struggles to do what's right, L'il Dobber realizes that before his days of b-ball glory, he's got a lot to learn about sportsmanship, being a team player, and that big word his dad is always using - respect.
Hey Willy, See the Pyramids
by Maira KalmanNighttime is the best time for stories. And Lulu is the best storyteller. She knows about the three cross-eyed dogs at a fancy restaurant, about blue and green mountains where fish fly, about the family party where Maishel Shmelkin forgot to wear his pants and of course about the noodle woman the pointy red nose. The stories, told by a sister to her little brother, are short and sweet and make you remember things and forget things. Maira Kalman paints a wondrous and humor-filled world in a childs-eye view. It is full of wild invention, people familar and outlandish, bittersweet moments and flights of fancy.
Hey You!: An Empowering Celebration of Growing Up Black
by Dapo AdeolaThis remarkable picture book is a lyrical, inspirational exploration of growing up Black, written by award-winning illustrator Dapo Adeola, and brought to life by some of the most exciting Black artists of today.Remember to dream your own dreams Love your beautiful skin You always have a choice This book addresses--honestly, yet hopefully--the experiences Black children face growing up with systemic racism, as well as providing hope for the future and delivering a message of empowerment to a new generation of dreamers. It's a message that is both urgent and timeless--and offers a rich and rewarding reading experience for every child. To mirror the rich variety of the Black diaspora, this book showcases artwork from Dapo Adeola and eighteen more incredible Black illustrators in one remarkable and cohesive reading experience.
Hey! Who Stole the Toilet? #8
by Nancy KrulikGeorge goes WILD in the wild!In the eighth book of Nancy Krulik's popular George Brown, Class Clown series, George Brown is going on his first camping trip with his scout troop. After a trial run with his dad in the backyard, George can't wait to head out into the wilderness. It doesn't take long, though, for the Super Burp to drown out the soothing sounds of babbling brooks and bird calls. Too bad there's no such thing as a bug spray for burps! .
Hey, Can You Read This?
by Rachel YoungLearn about the science behind reading and how the cerebellum, neurons, and optic nerve all work together to make words come alive.
Hey, Dog
by Tony JohnstonA boy wins over an abused, stray dog with persistence and love in this heartwarming story.Thoughtful care goes into a child's efforts to help an abused dog learn to trust humans again. Stooping near the bush where the dog is hiding, offering scraps of food, and leaving an umbrella in a rainstorm all convince the dog that the child's offering of friendship is real. When Mom insists on putting up "lost dog" signs, the boy is worried. But in the end, the dog and child find a new friend in each other.
Hey, Hey, Hay!
by Christy MihalyEvery bale of hay has a little bit of summer sun stored in the heart of it— learn from a mother-daughter team how hay is made! Feeding her horses one cold and wintry day, a girl thinks about all the hard work that went into the fresh-smelling bales she's using. The rhyming text and brilliant full-page paintings follow the girl and her mother through the summer as they cut, spread, dry and bale in the fields. Mower blades slice through the grass./A new row falls with every pass./Next we spread the grass to dry./The tedder makes those grasses fly! This celebration of summer, farming, and family, illustrated by Pura Belpré honor artist Joe Cepeda, includes a glossary of haymaking words, and a recipe for making your own switchel— a traditional farm drink, to cool you down in the summer heat. A Bank Street Best Children's Book of the Year