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Earthshake: Poems from the Ground Up
by Lisa Westberg PetersMaybe that plain old rock has gleaming jewels inside. Maybe Africa and South America used to be best friends. Maybe a clam that died 300 million years ago is in your backyard. What secrets is Earth hiding? These twenty-two poems leave no stone unturned in exploring the world's natural wonders. Crack this book open and watch geology sparkle.
Earwig and the Witch
by Diana Wynne Jones Paul O. ZelinskyGot the other twelve witches all chasing me. I'll be back for her when I've shook them off. It may take years. Her name is Earwig. Earwig has been at the orphanage ever since she was a baby. That's just how she likes it. She has her best friend, Custard, and everyone always does exactly what Earwig wants. She never wants to leave, so she makes sure no one ever picks her. Then a very strange couple comes to the orphanage. They try to make themselves look ordinary. But Earwig knows they are not, not in the least. And they choose her, out of all the other children. Earwig could be in for quite an unpleasant surprise. But so could the very strange couple.
Earwig y la bruja
by Diana Wynne JonesEl libro de la nueva película de Estudios Ghibli, de la autora de El castillo ambulante. Aunque los orfanatos son lugares espantosos, Earwig es la reina del suyo, ¡y le encanta! Por eso, cuando le mandan a vivir con Bella Yaga, una mujer extrañísima, no le hace ni pizca de gracia. Y es que Bella Yaga es una bruja más espantosa que cualquier orfanato. Earwig tendrá que utilizar todo su ingenio (y la ayuda de un parlanchín gato mágico) para sobrevivir...
East (East Ser. #2)
by Edith PattouA beautiful, new edition of the beloved fantasy hailed as &“the stuff of epic tale telling&” (Booklist), perfect for fans of Beauty and the Beast from New York Times best-selling author Edith Pattou. Rose has always longed for adventure, so when an enormous white bear appears one evening and makes her a mysterious offer, she accepts. In exchange for health and prosperity for her ailing family, she must live with the white bear in a distant castle. But Rose soon realizes that all isn&’t as it seems. As she tries to settle into her new life, she makes a devastating mistake. Now she must choose: return to her safe and loving family or go on a dangerous quest to fix what she has broken—and perhaps lose her heart along the way. A sweeping romantic epic as timeless as any fairy tale and thrilling as only the best fantasy novels can be.
East Asia: People and Places (World Cultures)
by Minnie AshcroftThis book looks at culture in several different ways. As you read about the ways of life of some of East Asia's people, think about how their cultures might compare to your own.
East Asia: Geography and Environments (World Regions)
by Minnie AshcroftThis book explores four different regions of East Asia.
East o’ the Sun and West o’ the Moon: And Other Norse Fairy Tales (Dover Juvenile Classics Ser.)
by George Webbe DasentEast O’ the Sun and West O’ the Moon is a beautifully illustrated collection of Norwegian fairy stories—including the tale of that name—by Peter Christen Asbjørnsen and Jørgen Moe, translated by Sir George Webbe Dasent. It is widely considered to be the best and happiest rendering of the tales that has appeared in the English language and will make a wonderful addition to any book collection.
East O' the Sun and West O' the Moon: And Other Norse Fairy Tales (Dover Children's Classics)
by George Webbe DasentRemarkable collection -- the only complete edition of these wonderful tales -- contains scores of classic Norwegian tales made even more attractive by 77 illustrations by famed children's artists. Second only to Grimm.
East O' the Sun and West O' the Moon & Other Norwegian Fairy Tales
by George Webbe DasentTen stories from great Asbjørnsen and Moe collection include title story plus "Shortshanks" -- the tale of a wee lad who manages to defeat giant ogres -- "Princess on the Glass Hill," "Why the Sea Is Salt," "The Twelve Wild Ducks," "The Mastermaid," "Dapplegrim," "Tatterhood," and 2 other stories.
The Easter Story (Brick Bible For Kids Ser.)
by Brendan Powell SmithAs in all the Brick Bible books, Brendan Powell Smith creates a magical “brick” world—all in LEGOs—to illustrate a story from the Bible that is then photographed and accompanied by a simple text. The Easter Story, the heart of Christianity, illustrated in LEGOs, tells of Jesus’ arrival in Jerusalem on a donkey, greeted by crowds with palm branches; followed by the Last Supper, with Jesus and his disciples sharing bread and wine; then Good Friday, when Jesus was crucified on the cross and then his body buried in a cave tomb and covered with a rock; and concluding with Easter Sunday, when Jesus’ disciples visited the tomb to discover Jesus had been risen from the dead and resurrected. This edition of the important Easter Story is sure to be the perfect holiday gift, and a book for families to cherish for years to come.
Eastern Hemisphere
by Mcgraw-Hill GlencoeYour textbook contains many special features that will help you read, understand, and remember the people, geography, and history of the world.
Eastern Hemisphere: Part A (New York Student Edition)
by Christopher L. SalterThroughout this textbook, you will be studying the world's people, places, and landscapes. In addition, you will learn about the different kinds of features on Earth and about how geographers use themes and elements to study the world.
Eastern Hemisphere: Part B (New York Edition)
by Christopher L. SalterThis social studies textbook covers geography of Africa, Europe and Asia. It also contains charts, graphs and interactive maps, etc.
Eastern World Geography (World Geography: Eastern World Series)
by Houghton Mifflin HarcourtNIMAC-sourced textbook
Eastern World Geography: Guided Reading Workbook
by Houghton Mifflin HarcourtGuided Reading Workbook (World Geography: Eastern World) 1st Edition with resource materials, workbooks/worksheets, and additional Materials
Easy Avenue
by Brian DoyleWinner of the Canadian Library Association Book of the Year Award In his first year in high school, Hubbo O'Driscoll is torn between his poor but fun friends and the shallow but rich kids. In this novel based on Great Expectations, Brian Doyle does a brilliant job of dealing with the issue of class and all its implications. Poverty, social climbing and the connotations of each are presented through the classic Doyle blend of humor and gravity.
Easy Carpentry Projects For Children
by Jerome E. LeavittWhat better way to learn than by doing? This thoughtfully conceived woodworking primer by educator Jerome E. Leavitt makes learning basic carpentry skills enjoyable and rewarding for boys and girls ages 8 and up. With special sections on basic hand tools, squaring a block of wood, and wood finishing, this unique how-to book presents step-by-step instructions for making 15 popular wooden items — all scaled to the beginner's capabilities: Sailboat, Clock Shelf, Bird Feeder, Candlesticks, Hot Dish Coaster, Towel Holder, Steamboat, Cart, Toy Sled , Birdhouse for a Wren, Book Rack, Shoeshine Kit, Table Lamp, Flower Box, and Tie Rack. Carefully planned to appeal to young woodworkers, each project includes clear, simple directions, enhanced by clean, accurate diagrams and attractive line drawings. New carpenters will beam with pride and accomplishment at having constructed useful, tangible objects to keep or to give as presents to parents or friends.
Easy Carpentry Projects for Children (Dover Children's Activity Books)
by Jerome E. Leavitt"All projects have been pretested for school use and are suitable for youngsters." — Bulletin of National Association of Secondary School Principals.What better way to learn than by doing? This thoughtfully conceived woodworking primer by educator Jerome E. Leavitt makes learning basic carpentry skills enjoyable and rewarding for boys and girls ages 8 and up. With special sections on basic hand tools, squaring a block of wood, and wood finishing, this unique how-to book presents step-by-step instructions for making 15 popular wooden items — all scaled to the beginner's capabilities: Sailboat, Clock Shelf, Bird Feeder, Candlesticks, Hot Dish Coaster, Towel Holder, Steamboat, Cart, Toy Sled , Birdhouse for a Wren, Book Rack, Shoeshine Kit, Table Lamp, Flower Box, and Tie Rack. Carefully planned to appeal to young woodworkers, each project includes clear, simple directions, enhanced by clean, accurate diagrams and attractive line drawings. New carpenters will beam with pride and accomplishment at having constructed useful, tangible objects to keep or to give as presents to parents or friends.
Easy Folk Songs for the Guitar with Downloadable MP3s
by Hank AberleThis original collection presents more than 20 popular folk songs that have been specially arranged for beginning guitarists. The timeless melodies are supplemented with a helpful tutorial on guitar basics that offers tips on identifying the strings, tuning, and basic chord patterns and strums.These arrangements of Skip to My Lou, He's Got the Whole World in His Hands, Oh! Susanna, Down in the Valley, Barbara Allen, and other tunes include advice for following the time signatures, strumming patterns, and other suggestions. Best of all, each song features a free MP3 download for students to listen to and play along with. The recordings will familiarize beginning guitarists with the pieces' melodies and tempos, and provide practical guidance for playing these beloved folk songs.
Easy Magic Tricks (Dover Magic Books)
by Joseph LeemingUsing the simplest props and common household items -- handkerchiefs, string, rope, playing cards, coins, dice, thimbles -- children of all ages will amaze friends and family with these easy-to-learn magic tricks. From classic table stunts and mind-reading acts to dice divinations and more magical merriment, this fully illustrated guide carefully explains each trick step-by-step . . . and will turn amateurs into wizards in no time! Performers will baffle their audiences with:* The Color-Changing Handkerchief* The Dissolving Knots* Dollar Bill Mind Reading* Dice Mathemagic* The Disappearing Thimble* Drinking Glass Levitation* Penny Jumping* The Midas Dinner Rolland many more fun, fascinating illusions.
Easy Out (Lorimer Sports Stories)
by Steven SandorWestlock is a small town with a long baseball history. But registrations are down, and there are only enough kids in town to fill one team. So Mo Montpetit's team is entered into the Baseball AA league. All the kids registered will be playing rep ball. No tryouts needed. Mo's dad is a baseball legend in Westlock. And that's Mo's problem. Mo isn't very good. He can't hit a rep-level fastball. And as the season starts, the strikeouts and errors mount. The Westlock team loses game after game. How can these kids compete in a league well above their heads? And how can Mo step out of his dad's long shadow? Find the answers in this fast-paced high/low sports story. Distributed in the U.S by Lerner Publishing Group.