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The Alphabet's Alphabet
by Chris HarrisFor fans of P is for Pterodactyl comes this groundbreaking spin on the ABCs from an acclaimed bestselling author and artist duo!Here's a totally twisted take on the alphabet that invites readers to look at it in a whole new way: An A is an H that just won't stand up right, a B is a D with its belt on too tight, and a Z is an L in a tug-of-war fight! Twenty-six letters, unique from each other -- and yet, every letter looks just like one another! Kind of like...one big family.From two bestselling masters of wordplay and visual high jinks comes a mind-bending riddle of delightful doppelgängers and surprising disguises that reveal we're more alike than we may think. You'll never look at the alphabet the same way again!
The Amazing Benjamin Franklin (Reading Wonders #Approaching Level, Grade 3)
by Victoria St. JohnNIMAC-sourced textbook
The Amazing Collection of Joey Cornell: Based on the Childhood of a Great American Artist
by Candace FlemingAward-winning and bestselling author Candace Fleming delivers a stunning picture-book based on the childhood of artist and sculptor Joseph Cornell, sure to beguile aspiring artists and collectors of all ages.Joey Cornell collected everything -- anything that sparked his imagination or delighted his eye. His collection grew and grew until he realized that certain pieces just looked right together. He assembled his doodads to create wonderful, magical creations out of once ordinary objects. Perfect for introducing art to kids, here's an imaginative and engaging book based on the childhood of great American artist Joseph Cornell, told by master picture book author Candace Fleming and lauded illustrator Gérard DuBois.
The Amazing Flight of Darius Frobisher
by Bill HarleyA young orphan's hopes and an unusual bicycle bring about magical results in this imaginative middle grade adventure from award-winning author Bill Harley.Life is an adventure for ten-year-old Darius Frobisher. His eccentric father Rudy sells insurance four days a week. The other three days he goes on exotic journeys. But when his father flies off in a hot air balloon and doesn't come back, Darius's happy, carefree life suddenly comes to an end. He is sent to live with his notoriously nasty Aunt Ida, where he has to sleep alone in a cold, damp basement and dodge the horrible teenage boy next door. Darius sees a ray of hope when he finds a rusty old bicycle in the basement and begins to repair it in secret. Then one day he is startled to see an old man with long flowing hair riding a bicycle across the sky! That gives Darius a strange and wonderful idea. Now he knows what he has to do to get away from his miserable life.
The Amazing Hamweenie Escapes! (The Amazing Hamweenie)
by Patty BowmanSTEWIE GRIFFIN MEETS GRUMPY CAT IN A BOOK FOR CAT LOVERS OF ANY AGE! He's free! The Amazing Hamweenie, legend in his own mind, hero to millions of adoring fans who have yet to meet him, has finally escaped the evil clutches of the little girl who showers him with love and stuffs him full of delectable treats. Where will our tortured star go? To the circus, of course! The spotlight of center ring beckons him -- the elephants, monkeys, and tigers in desperate need of a leader. Hamweenie will gift them with his presence! So why is it that his greatness goes unappreciated? Does no one recognize a true star when they see one? In this companion to The Amazing Hamweenie, Patty Bowman brings a touch of Edward Gorey, a dash of Stewie Griffin, a pinch of Grumpy Cat, and even a shake of Maru to the secret mind of one adorable pet cat. Praise for The Amazing Hamweenie Escapes "This is a follow-up to The Amazing Hamweenie, and Bowman again captures perfectly the superior attitude and maddening actions displayed by so many cats. Children will chuckle at the disconnect between Hamweenie&’s words and the action depicted in the illustrations, which suggest a lighter, more colorful version of Edward Gorey&’s finely detailed drawings. For fans of Hamweenie&’s first adventure, and perfect for children who appreciate Garfield the cat." —School Library Journal
The Amazing Harry Kellar: Great American Magician
by Gail JarrowPresenting the amazing Harry Kellar! The first magician to receive international fame! The most well-known illusionist at the turn of the twentieth century! The model for the Wizard of Oz! Author Gail Jarrow follows Kellar from a magician's assistant traveling and performing across the United States during the Civil War to an international superstar with a show of his own, entertaining emperors, kings, and presidents. Jarrow uses Kellar's own words and images--his amazing four-color promotional posters--to tell his riveting story in this first Kellar biography for young readers. And she reveals the science behind Kellar's illusions and explores nineteenth-century entertainment and transportation as well as the history of magic, spiritualism, and séances.
The Amazing IncrediBull
by Mike LitwinChuck and Dakota win a chance to visit the studio of reclusive artist and storyteller Norman Redmane, the creator of IncrediBull, a cowmic book about a flying supercow from beyond the moon. But during the calves' visit, Norman gets bonked on the head . . . HARD. When he comes to, bad news: He thinks he IS IncrediBull. Worse news: He thinks Dakota is his superstrong sidekick, Fantasti-Calf.
The Amazing Lewis and Clark Expedition (Landmarks In U. S. History Ser.)
by Jean F. BlashfieldTake an exciting trip along with the Lewis and Clark Expedition! Readers will follow the daring explorers as they make their way across the uncharted American interior to the Pacific Northwest.
The Amazing Mr. Franklin: Or the Boy Who Read Everything
by Ruth AshbyEveryone knows Benjamin Franklin was an important statesman, inventor, and a signer of the Declaration of Independence. But did you know he started the first public library in America?Ben Franklin was always a "bookish" boy. The first book he read was the Bible at age five, and then he read every printed word in his father's small home library. Ben wanted to read more, but books were expensive. He wanted to go to school and learn, but his family needed him to work. Despite this, Ben Franklin had lots of ideas about how to turn his love of reading and learning into something more. First, he worked as a printer's apprentice, then he set up his own printing business. Later, he became the first bookseller in Philadelphia, started a newspaper, published Poor Richard's Almanac, and in 1731, with the help of his friends, organized the first subscription lending library, the Library Company.Ruth Ashby's fast-paced biography takes young readers through Franklin's life from his spirited, rebellious youth through his successful career as an inventor and politician and finally to the last years of his life, surrounded by his personal collection of books.
The Amazing Mystery Show (Boxcar Children #123)
by Gertrude Chandler Warner Robert PappThe Boxcar Children have been chosen to be on an exciting new show! A camera crew is following the Aldens around the city of Philadelphia as they compete with another team in a search for clues. But the search isn't easy, and someone is trying to give them the wrong directions! Who is trying to ruin the game?
The Amazing Spider-Man 2
by Brittany CandauPeter Parker contineus to adjust to his ever-changing life of family, friends, and being the Super Hero wall-crawler known as the amazing Spider-Man. Since gaining great power and great responsibility, Spidey has fought crime all over the city day in and day out and it's taken its toll on Peter's life. Gwen has moved on from their relationship. His old friend Harry Osborn has returned and plans to take over Oscorp. And a new enemy has risen to wreak havoc across Manhattan: ELECTRO! With the city in jeopardy of being plunged into darkness, will Spidey be able to stop Electro, win back Gwen and save the day before time runs out and the lights go out... forever?
The Amazing Spider-Man 2 Movie Storybook
by Marvel Press EBookPeter Parker was just a kid in high school when a spider bit him and his entire life changed. Now known as the amazing Spider-Man, Peter must juggle his personal life and his Super Hero life. When a new Super Villain with the power to control electricity terrorizes Manhattan, Spidey swings into action to save the day. At the same time, he has to deal with Gwen Stacy, his on-again, off-again girlfriend, and his old friend Harry Osborn, returning to take over his father's empire, Oscorp. Will Peter be able to balance his two lives without hurting anyone? Or will his great power and great responsibility become too much to handle?
The Amazing Spider-Man 2: Spider-Man vs. Electro
by Marvel PressRead along with Marvel! When the amazing Spider-Man hears that a Super Villain is terrorizing Times Square, he swoops into action. Arriving on the scene, Spidey finds a man in a hood pulsing with blue energy: Electro! Now hundreds of innocent bystanders are in harm's way, and endless energy is at Electro's fingertips. Follow along with the word-for-word narration to find out if the wall-crawler can stop New York City's newest menace...before he is zapped like a bug!
The Amazing Spider-Man 2: The Oscorp Files
by Marvel PressThe following Oscorp files contain logs, lab reports, e-mail records, surveillance images, and more. Thse records give insight into the Oscorp employee Max Dillon and his connection to the Super Villain Electro. They also include details on the masked menace known as Spider-Man As the implications of these files coudl prove to be disastrous for the company, it is imperative that we look into every possible liability. You hold in your hands strictly confidential information to be used for the security of Oscorp Industries based on your review. Any and all leaks of these materials will be dealt with--severly!
The Amazing Spider-Man Movie Storybook
by Disney PressDon't miss this movie storybook, filled with full-color photographs, based on the upcoming Marvel film, Spider-Man!
The Amazing Spider-Man: Becoming Spider-Man Level 2 Reader
by Disney PressPeter Parker is a regular kid in high school. After a visit to Oscorp and an encounter with a strange spider, everything in Peter's life suddenly changes! He is now able to cling to subway ceilings, climb up walls, and can eat everything in Aunt May's fridge. Realizing he has super powers and a responsibility to use them for good, Peter must save the day by becoming the Amazing Spider-Man!
The Amazing Spider-Man: The Tangled Webs of Spider-Man
by Nachie CastroYoung fans won't want to miss this junior novel based on the upcoming Marvel film, Spider-Man.
The Amazing Spider-Man:: The Spider-Man Secret!
by Steve BehlingOld school look! All new action! Does the Living Brain also know the secret of Peter Parker's super-hero identity? It's up to Spider-Man to silence the Living Brain before a parade of super villains can get their hands--or tentacles--on it!
The Amazing Stitching Handbook for Kids
by Kristin NicholasLearn how to embroider and personalize almost anything with these 15 projects ranging from phone cases to backpack tags.Transform your plain stuff into awesome stuff with just some fabric and thread! Glam up boring bookmarks, tote bags, and even your jeans! Bored during a road trip or on a rainy day? Grab your favorite color thread and get stitching! Learn and choose from different stitches to make each project exactly the way you want. Make presents that your pals and family will love. Put your own stamp on pillows and picture frames. Stitch up some cuteness!
The Amazing Story of Adolphus Tips: Listen To The Moon, The Amazing Story Of Adolphus Tips, The Elephant In The Garden (Oberon Modern Plays Ser.)
by Michael MorpurgoFrom the author of Private Peaceful, a stunning novel about friendship, World War II, a naughty cat, and one girl&’s bravery which changes her life forever. It&’s 1943, and twelve-year-old Lily Tregenza lives on a farm in an idyllic seaside village in England. Apart from her father being away and the &“townie&” evacuees at school, her life is scarcely touched by the war. That is until Lily and her family, along with 3,000 other villagers, are ordered to evacuate their homes to allow the Allied forces to practice their landings for D-day. It&’s a dangerous operation—guns firing and bombs exploding—and the whole area is off-limits. But Adolphus Tips, Lily&’s adored cat, has other ideas—barbed wire and &“Keep out!&” signs mean nothing to her . . . Praise for The Amazing Story of Adolphus Tips&“The personal story of anger and love is as gripping as the war drama, and Morpurgo includes a fascinating note about the invasion rehearsal and why its history is seldom told.&” —Booklist
The Amazing Voyage: The Amazing Voyage (Geronimo Stilton and the Kingdom of Fantasy #3)
by Geronimo StiltonHoley cheese! Join Geronimo as he returns to the Kingdom of Fantasy for a third amazing adventure!In this 320-page, full-color hardcover adventure, Geronimo returns to the Kingdom of Fantasy when he learns that the Kingdom has fallen under an endless, freezing winter and the Queen of the Fairies is in danger. Once there, Geronimo explores fantastical new lands and travels on a magical talking ship. Can Geronimo extinguish a threatening volcano in time to restore peace and springtime to the Kingdom of Fantasy? He is put to the test on this extraordinary quest!
The Amazing World of Video Game Development
by Denis GalaninThe perfect book for any child who is interested in making a career out of video games, learn about the different roles within a game development company and how a game goes from a thought to a program.
The Amazing-Spider Man: A Week with the Web-Slinger
by Disney PressPeter Parker was just an average teenager . . . until he was bitten by a radioactive spider and became the Amazing Spider-Man! He has awesome superpowers, but with great power comes great responsibility. Find out what a week in the life of the Amazing Spider-Man is like as he tries to balance school, romance, and defending New York City from the world's most sinister villains in this action-filled eBook short.