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The 1000 Year Old Boy
by Ross WelfordA heartstopping, poignant, epic adventure story about a boy destined to live forever, who only wants to grow up. <P><P>Without death, life is just existence.Have you ever wondered what it would be like to live forever? Well, Alfie Monk can tell you. He may seem like an ordinary eleven-year-old boy, but he's actually more than a thousand years old--and remembers the last Viking invasion of England, not to mention the French Revolution and both World Wars. Way back in the tenth century, he and his mother were given the alchemical secret to eternal life. But when everything Alfie knows is destroyed in a fire, and the modern world intrudes, he must embark on a mission--along with friends Aidan and Roxy--to find a way to reverse the process and grow up like a regular boy. <P><P> This astonishing new novel from the author of Time Traveling with a Hamster, told in alternating perspectives by Alfie and Aidan, is a tour de force--a sweeping epic that takes you on an unforgettable, breathtaking adventure and asks big questions about the meaning of life.
The 100th Day of School from the Black Lagoon (Black Lagoon Adventures #21)
by Mike ThalerHubie's class is celebrating the one hundreth day of school by having each student bring in one hundred of something, but Hubie does not know what to choose.
The 100th Day of School from the Black Lagoon (Black Lagoon Adventures #21)
by Mike ThalerThese fun-filled chapter books mix school, monsters, and common kid problems with hilarious results. You'll scream with laughter!Hubie's class is celebrating the 100th day of school by having each student bring in 100 of something. But Hubie has no idea what to choose. Should he go with 100 hairs on his head? 100 baseball cards? What can Hubie pick out of all the hundreds of 100 items he could bring?
101 Animal Babies (101 Animal... (preboud) Ser.)
by Melvin Berger Gilda BergerThe 4th book in the popular 101 ANIMALS series!Did you know that sea turtle mothers leave their babies to hatch from their eggs completely on their own? Or that baby gorilla black-backs are carried around for as long as three years after they are born? In 101 Animal Babies, readers will learn about penguins and sea-horse fathers that guard and hatch their eggs, birds that teach their chicks to fly, kangaroos that keep their joeys safe in pouches, and wolves that teach their pups to hunt.Filled with fascinating facts and adorable full-color photos on every page, 101 Animal Babies is sure to be an instant favorite for kids, parents, and teachers alike!
101 Animal Superpowers
by Melvin Berger Gilda BergerFind out which creatures in the animal kingdom have the coolest superpowers in this new book in the 101 Animal series!Discover some of the most extraordinary creatures in nature! This book takes a close look at 101 of the coolest tricks and superpowers in the animal kingdom. Find out how these animals' superpowers work and what they use them for--both to hunt and to protect themselves! Organized from A to Z, meet insects, reptiles, mammals, birds, and fish, all that have amazing super-abilities!
101 Brilliant Things For Kids to do With Science
by Dawn IsaacFrom bestselling kids' activity author Dawn Isaac comes this exciting new volume full of creative (and occasionally outrageous) ideas for budding young scientists. Whether your child is crazy about chemistry or bananas about biology (or, let's face it, just likes making a mess), this book is choc-a-block full of experiments and projects that will get kids really excited about science - and all without going anywhere near a TV, tablet or computer screen. Whether they want to Launch a Rocket, Blow a Square Bubble, Discover their own DNA or Build a Balloon Powered Racing Car, there's a whole wealth of fun suggestions to keep kids amused - and you never know, they might even learn something along the way.
101 Dalmatians: Patch's London Adventure (Penguin Young Readers Ser.)
by Dodie SmithThe book that inspired the animated movie classic!When Dearly's Dalmatians have their first litter of pups--fifteen in all--everyone is delighted. But their joy is shortlived, for the pups are kidnapped! Scotland Yard is baffled, but the keenest canine minds are on the case--and on the trail of Cruella de Vil, the most fiendish person to ever covet a fur coat.Pongo and Missis would give everything they have to bring their puppies safely home... but will they succeed in rescuing them from the cluthes of the evil Cruella de Vil?"A tale full to overflowing with those prime requisites of a good story--warmth and humor, imagination and suspense."--Chicago Sunday Tribune"Superb reading. The puzzle of the hundred and one is delightful.... Highly recommended."--SLJ
101 Easy-to-Do Magic Tricks (Dover Magic Books)
by Bill TarrThis abundantly illustrated, easy-to-follow guide offers beginning magicians expert advice for successfully performing over 100 tricks, each graded according to difficulty. Requiring neither sleight of hand nor complex props, these fascinating tricks can all be performed with everyday objects.Step-by-step instructions, complemented by nearly 400 explanatory illustrations, show you how to master such all-time classics as The Inexhaustible Hat, The Cut and Restored Turban, Dyeing the Silks, The Chinese Rings, and The Vanishing Bowl of Water. You'll also learn to perform the mystifying manipulations of The Rising Cards, The Telltale Card, and The Impossible Location and to execute such quick tricks as The Invisible Lasso, Steel through Steel, and The Indestructible Handkerchief. With this book as your guide, you'll even master such baffling exploits of mental magic as Fingers That See, The Great Telephone Trick, Magic Squares, Super Memory, and dozens more. In addition to complete instructions, the text includes a glossary of professional terms, notes on constructing necessary props, and a brief but fascinating section on great magicians, past and present.Like many magicians, author Bill Tarr has been performing since an early age. In this book, his enthusiasm, knowledge, and admiration for his subject are readily apparent. By following the expert advice and instructions he has put forth in this easy-to-follow guide, you'll soon be adept at a repertoire of tricks sure to dazzle friends and family alike.
101 Hidden Animals (A\true Book (relaunch) Ser.)
by Melvin Berger Gilda BergerDiscover the 101 most amazing disguises in the animal kingdom!The fifth book in the 101 ANIMAL series, 101 ANIMALS IN HIDING, will feature some of the most extraordinary creatures in nature. Featuring large full-color photos of camouflaged animals, see insects, reptiles, mammals, birds, and fish blend into their backgrounds. Learn how and why these amazing animals have developed these adaptations.
101 Silly Summertime Jokes
by Stephanie CalmensonWhat do you say to a forty-ton shark with razor-sharp teeth, who is listening to his headphones with the volume turned way up? Anything you want. He can't hear you. * * * Over 140 jokes, including Camp Crack-Ups; Cool Ghouls; Seaside Sillies; Beach Bound Biggies; and more, more, more!
101 Success Secrets for Gifted Kids: Advice, Quizzes, and Activities for Dealing With Stress, Expectations, Friendships, and More
by Christine FonsecaPssst! Want to know a secret? Want to help gifted kids harness the power of their giftedness? The second edition of 101 Success Secrets for Gifted Kids is a must-read for gifted kids ages 8 to 12 who want to find success in school, relationships, and life. This book:Includes 101 awesome secrets, tips, and tricks for gifted kids.Is chock-full of fun quizzes, activities, and practical strategies.Covers bullying, school performance, perfectionism, friendships, sibling rivalries, and managing intensities.Features Q & A sections from other gifted kids and preteens.Gives gifted kids insight into everything they've ever wanted to know about being gifted.Proven strategies for dealing with stress management, parents' and teachers' expectations, anxiety, cyberbullying, friendship troubles, and more make this the must-have guide for every gifted kid.
101 Thanksgiving Knock-knocks, Jokes, and Riddles
by Suzanne LordGet ready for a turkey tickling and gobbling giggly good time with 101 Thanksgiving Knock-Knocks, Jokes, and Riddles. Laugh with family and friends before, during or after Thanksgiving Dinner as you find out funny answers to questions like how to find a great turkey, how long turkeys should be cooked, why a pilgrim ate a candle, and what you get when you cross a turkey with a banjo. Pictures are described.
101 Things for Kids to do on a Rainy Day
by Dawn IsaacFrom the author of 101 Things for Kids to do Outside, which has fast become a go-to book for children and parents alike, comes this excellent new volume full of creative (and occasionally crazy) ideas for things to do when the weather is bad and you're stuck inside - without having to go any where near a TV or computer screen! Why not grow a windowsill herb garden, make your own jigsaw, or learn to play the glasses? Get crafty with decoupage and salt dough, or play detective by dusting for fingerprints. Exciting makes include terrariums and kaleidoscopes, whilst wacky games cover everything from Balloon Stomp to Sticky Note Scramble. All 101 ideas are designed to be achievable with little or no parental help, and only use materials that you already have around the house. With a wealth of creative and fun suggestions to keep you amused, you might not even notice that the rain has stopped.
101 Things for Kids to do Outside
by Dawn IsaacPacked with games, projects, crafts, experiments and gardening inspiration, 101 Things for Kids to do Outside will have your children racing out to try something new. The huge selection of ideas covers all four seasons and ranges from quick 10-minute activities to a full day of fun. From party games and treasure hunts to simple gardening projects, each idea is simple to follow and illustrated with colour photography, so you can't go wrong! Activities include building a human sundial, creating an outdoor collage, setting up a wormery, planting a potato tower, making natural inks, flying a homemade kite and playing torch tag. This hands-on guide will help children get the most from being outdoors, and you don't need a big garden - a local park or small area will suffice. 101 Things for Kids to do Outside is sure to get your kids away from the computer and provide hours of entertainment for the entire family.
101 Things for Kids to do Screen-Free (101 things)
by Dawn Isaac'Packed with original ideas.' - the Telegraph on 101 Things for Kids To Do on a Rainy Day'A quarter of the price of a theme-park ticket and delivers significantly better value for money.' - the Independent on 101 Things for Kids To Do Outside From bestselling kids' activity author Dawn Isaac comes this exciting new volume full of creative, fun and occasionally silly ideas for games and activities. From creating a mini golf course to mastering hands-free eating, from squirt gun painting to microwave mug cakes, every single activity is fun, easy and 100 per cent screen free. With exciting makes including no-sew sock creatures and stress balls, and wacky games such as outdoor noughts and crosses and thumb wrestling tournaments, Dawn's engaging and entertaining ideas are sure to provide hours of fun.So put away your tablets and mobile phones, switch off the TV and leave the computer alone - it's time to get screen free.
101 Unofficial Roblox Story Starters: Get Kids Writing with Fun and Imaginative Video Game-Inspired Prompts
by Sara ColemanWrite imaginative and awesome stories with prompts inspired by Roblox!Elementary-age kids will learn just how fun writing can be with this collection of 101 story starters, all based on their favorite video game. This book will provide prompts paired with blank lines for journaling, so everything needed to jumpstart the writing process is all in one place. Plus, with a friendly introduction on how to use the book and begin story writing, kids&’ creativity will be flowing in no time. Kids will enjoy hours of screenless activity time thanks to the sometimes hilarious sometimes fascinating story prompts based on the most popular Roblox games! Plus, they'll be able to keep up their writing skills and prevent summer learning loss in a way that's fun, funny, and creative.
102 Days of Lying About Lauren
by Maura JortnerAfter being abandoned by her mother in a most unusual place, a defiant heroine sticks to her plan for staying hidden—even though getting caught could mean saving her life.Twelve-year-old Mouse calls an amusement park home.Nobody notices her, and that's the way she likes it. Mouse sweeps the streets and wears a uniform she &“borrowed&” and sleeps on the top floor of the Haunted House of Horrors. She knows which security guards to avoid, eats the bagel left out each morning for the Ghost of Summer (a popular theme park legend), and even has the taco guy convinced that her lunch is paid for. She has her special hiding methods down to a science. But one morning, a girl named Cat comes looking for Lauren Suszek. Cat notices her, and Mouse doesn&’t like it. Mouse cannot let this nosy pest find out who she really is! If Mouse gets discovered living in the park, Mama might come back for her, and Mouse doesn&’t want that. Or—even worse?—Mama might not come back at all. Mouse knows she can lose this girl without blowing her cover. She just has to follow her rules. A carefully constructed life in the park is all she needs. Right? Anchored by memorable characters and an extraordinary setting, Maura Jortner&’s brilliant debut novel is bursting with grit, humor, and heart.A Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection
The 11:11 Wish
by Kim Tomsic“A pawsitively magical twist on middle school mayhem.”—Ingrid Law, Newbery Honor-winning author of SavvyMegan Meyers has a foolproof plan to reinvent herself at her new school. Good-bye, dorky math nerd; hello, friend magnet! But her first day at Saguaro Prep starts off weird to the tenth power.When she’s dared to “make something exciting happen,” Megan is thrown into the middle of an epic power struggle between the two seventh-grade Spirit Captains. So with nothing to lose, Megan wishes for “some magic” as her classroom’s cat clock chimes 11:11—and is granted an enchanted teen magazine promising miracle makeovers and sure-fire secrets for winning friends and crushes.But magic can have dangerous side effects, and as her social life grows exponentially worse, Megan begins to wonder if wishing was ever a purrfect idea.
11 Before 12: 11 Before 12 (Friendship List #1)
by Lisa GreenwaldFans of Lauren Myracle and Wendy Mass will love acclaimed author Lisa Greenwald’s new duology about two best friends who kick-start middle school with a bucket list of eleven things they need to do to become AMAZING before their joint twelfth birthday party. The first day of middle school means trading in freeze tag at the pool for new schedules, fabulous outfits, and a fresh start. But for eleven-year-old Kaylan, the chaos of new locker combinations, cafeteria cliques, and potential first kisses is more than she can handle. She dreads the start of sixth grade and feels like she wants—no, needs—a winning game plan.Luckily, Kaylan and her effortlessly chill BFF, Arianna, have a fool-proof plan for tackling transitions: a list of eleven things they need to do to totally transform themselves before they both turn twelve in November. But between making guy friends, getting detention (and makeovers!), helping humanity, and having super-candid conversations with their moms about their flaws, the first 100 days of school turn out worse than Kaylan ever imagined. Kaylan and Ari forget to focus on their friendship and soon their loyalty to the list—what was meant to help them keep it together—becomes the very thing tearing their lives apart.
11 Birthdays (Willow Falls #1)
by Wendy MassThis hilarious novel from award-winning author Wendy Mass is now available in paperback! It's Amanda's 11th birthday and she is super excited---after all, 11 is so different from 10. But from the start, everything goes wrong. The worst part of it all is that she and her best friend, Leo, with whom she's shared every birthday, are on the outs and this will be the first birthday they haven't shared together. When Amanda turns in for the night, glad to have her birthday behind her, she wakes up happy for a new day. Or is it? Her birthday seems to be repeating iself. What is going on?! And how can she fix it? Only time, friendship, and a little luck will tell. . .
11+ English Practice Papers: For 11+, pre-test and independent school exams including CEM, GL and ISEB
by Victoria BurrillPractice papers to test pupils ahead of pre-tests and 11+ independent school entrance exams. Includes six model papers, each containing a comprehension and a writing paper that includes a total of 67 comprehension questions and 12 writing tasks. - Develops and perfects exam technique for all major pre-tests and 11+ independent school exams including Consortium, CEM, GL and ISEB- Teaches pupils to improve their response rates with timed papers- A variety of exam paper styles to build exam-room confidence- Identifies weaker areas and improves results with detailed answers and commentary- Builds familiarity of the way short-format 11+ tests are presentedThe brand new 11+ and pre-test range has been constructed to help pupils follow a three step revision journey ..Step 1) 11+ English Revision GuideStep 2) Practice Papers11+ English Practice Papers 111+ English Practice Papers 2Step 3) WorkbooksSpelling and Vocabulary Workbook Age 8-10 Reading and Comprehension Workbook Age 9-11 Grammar and Punctuation Workbook Age 8-10 Writing Workbook Age 9-11
11+ English Practice Papers 2: For 11+, pre-test and independent school exams including CEM, GL and ISEB
by Andrew HammondFollowing on from Practice Papers 1, these papers further test pupils in preparation for the most challenging of pre-tests and 11+ independent school entrance exams. Includes six model papers, each containing a comprehension and a writing paper that include a total of 104 comprehension questions, 31 spelling, grammar and punctuation questions and 15 writing tasks. - Develops and perfects exam technique for all major pre-tests and 11+ independent school exams including Consortium, CEM, GL and ISEB- Teaches pupils to improve their response rates with timed papers- A variety of exam paper styles to build exam-room confidence- Identifies weaker areas and improves results with detailed answers and commentary- Builds familiarity of the way long-format 11+ tests are presented- Tackles comprehension questions to make pupils think closely about the textThe brand new 11+ and pre-test range has been constructed to help pupils follow a three step revision journey ..Step 1) 11+ English Revision GuideStep 2) Practice Papers11+ English Practice Papers 111+ English Practice Papers 2Step 3) WorkbooksSpelling and Vocabulary Workbook Age 8-10 Reading and Comprehension Workbook Age 9-11 Grammar and Punctuation Workbook Age 8-10 Writing Workbook Age 9-11
11+ English Revision Guide 2nd Edition: For 11+, pre-test and independent school exams including CEM, GL and ISEB
by Victoria Burrill Jenny Olney Erika CrossSecure the top marks in 11+ independent school entrance exams and pre-tests and a better chance at getting into their school of choice with this essential revision guide. Complete coverage of the ISEB 11+ English syllabus and stretching extra content ensures that every topic is thoroughly revised ahead of the exams.- This book covers everything required for the 11+ English exam- Prepares pupils for a wide range of independent school exams and pre-tests with challenging extension material- Consolidates revision with all the key information in one place- Features helpful insight in to the exams, with examples, practical tips and advice- Tests understanding and technique with timed, levelled exam-style questions- Identifies strengths and weaknesses using 11+ sample tests with detailed answer guidanceAlso available for 11+ English preparation: - Spelling & Vocabulary Workbook 9-11 9781471829642- Reading & Comprehension Workbook 9-11 9781471829659- Grammar & Punctuation Workbook 9-11 9781471829666- Writing Workbook 9-11 9781471829673- 11+ English Practice Papers ISBN 9781471849275Revision Guides, Workbooks and Practice Papers are also available for Maths, Science, Verbal Reasoning and Non-Verbal Reasoning on www.galorepark.co.uk.
11+ Non-Verbal Reasoning Practice Papers: For 11+, pre-test and independent school exams including CEM, GL and ISEB
by Peter Francis Sarah Collins Neil R WilliamsPractice exam papers to prepare children for the most challenging of pre-tests and 11+ independent school entrance exams. Includes 9 levelled exam papers that will test pupils' skills in Non-Verbal Reasoning- Develops exam techniques tested in all major pre-tests and 11+ independent school examinations including CEM, GL and ISEB- Features papers written to measured levels of difficulty to help build skills- Teaches pupils to improve their response rates with timed papers- Builds exam-room confidence by practicing with a variety of exam paper styles- Identifies weaker areas and improves results with detailed answers and commentaryAlso available for 11+ Non-Verbal Reasoning preparation: - 11+ Non-Verbal Reasoning Revision Guide- Non-Verbal Reasoning Workbook Age 8-10- Non-Verbal Reasoning Workbook Age 9-11- Non-Verbal Reasoning Workbook Age 10-12Revision Guides, Workbooks and Practice Papers are also available for Maths, English, Science and Verbal Reasoning on www.galorepark.co.uk.
11+ Non-Verbal Reasoning Practice Papers 2: For 11+, pre-test and independent school exams including CEM, GL and ISEB
by Peter Francis Sarah CollinsPrepare for the most challenging of pre-tests and 11+ independent school entrance exams with six levelled exam papers designed to test pupils' skills in Non-Verbal Reasoning exams for a better chance at getting into their school of choice. - Develops and perfects exam technique for all major pre-test and 11+ independent school exams including CEM, GL and ISEB- Features levelled papers to help build skills for the top marks - Teaches pupils to improve their response rates with timed papers- Builds exam-room confidence by practising with a variety of exam paper styles- Identifies weaker areas and improves results with detailed answers and commentaryAlso available for 11+ Non-Verbal Reasoning preparation: · 11+ Non-Verbal Reasoning Revision Guide ISBN xxx· Non-Verbal Reasoning Workbook Age 8-10 ISBN xxx· Non-Verbal Reasoning Workbook Age 9-11 ISBN xxx· Non-Verbal Reasoning Workbook Age 10-12 ISBN xx Revision Guides, Workbooks and Practice Papers are also available for Maths, English, Science and Verbal Reasoning on www.galorepark.co.uk.