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A Glasshouse of Stars
by Shirley Marr&“Heart-twisting and hopeful, bursting with big feelings and gentle magic…destined to be read and loved for generations and held close in many hearts (including mine).&” —Jessica Townsend, New York Times bestselling author of the Nevermoor series &“Gorgeous.&” —Booklist (starred review) A moving coming-of-age story about one girl&’s bravery and imagination in the face of the unknown. Perfect for fans of Front Desk and Mañanaland.Meixing Lim and her family have arrived at the New House in the New Land. Her parents inherited the home from First Uncle who died tragically and unexpectedly while picking oranges in the backyard. Her Ma Ma likes to remind Meixing the family never could have afforded to move here otherwise, so she should be thankful for this opportunity. Everything is vast and unknown to Meixing in this supposedly wonderful place. She is embarrassed by her second-hand clothing, has trouble understanding her peers, and is finding it hard to make new friends. Meixing&’s only solace is a rundown greenhouse, that her Uncle called his glasshouse, at the far end of her backyard that inexplicably holds the sun and the moon and the secrets of her memory and imagination. When her fragile universe is rocked by tragedy, it will take all of Meixing&’s resilience and bravery to finally find her place of belonging in this new world.
Glassheart (The Secrets of Eden Eld #3)
by Kate Alice MarshallThe terrifying conclusion to Thirteens and Brackenbeast, for fans of Neil Gaiman's Coraline and Stranger Things.First they defeated Mr. January. Next they trapped his sister, Mrs. Prosper. Now Eleanor and her best friends, Pip and Otto, have one last chance to escape the People Who Look Away. The last of the evil siblings is their most formidable opponent yet,with two vicious hounds at her side and the ability to open roads across time and worlds. When Eleanor and her friends flee into another world to escape her clutches, they accidentally disrupt the flow of time itself, plunging Eden Eld into chaos. Worse, the trio has a second curse to contend with: they&’ve been infected by the Prime Stories, malicious fairy tales that take people over and erase their memories. But the power of these Stories may also hold the key to defeating the People Who Look Away, and Eleanor and her friends must decide what they&’re willing to sacrifice to stop the wicked siblings. Eleanor has already lost so much. She&’s not sure if she can stand more heartache. So as the Stories continue to take over, she wonders if forgetting might be better after all. Or can she find a way to be a hero—and still stay Eleanor?
The Glassblower's Children
by Maria Gripe Harald GripeBy the Winner of the Hans Christian Andersen Medal for Lifetime Achievement in Children's LiteratureAlbert the Glassblower and Sofia are the loving parents of little Klas and Klara. Albert makes the most beautiful glass bowls and vases (unfortunately they are so impractical that no one will buy them), while Sofia supports the family by working in the fields. Every year Albert goes to the fair to try to sell his wares, and sometimes Sofia and the children go too. At the fair the family meets Flutter Mildweather, a weaver of magical rugs that foretell the future, and Klas and Klara come the attention of the splendid Lord and Lady of All Wishes Town, who have everything they want except for one thing: children.Full of curious and vivid characters--like the one-eyed raven Wise Wit, who can only see the bright side of life, and the monstrous governess Nana, whose piercing song can shatter glass--The Glassblower's Children also ponders such serious matters as what it means to find meaningful work and the difference between what you want and what you need. In The Glassblower's Children Maria Gripe has drawn on fairy tales and Norse myths to tell a thrilling story with a very modern sensibility.
The Glass Witch
by Lindsay PuckettHer bones are glass, but her heart is magic.Adelaide Goode has never been good enough. Everyone knows she’s the weakest witch born to the Goode family in centuries. And now her mom is betraying her in the worst way possible: abandoning her in Cranberry Hallow, where she has no friends at all, for three whole months! And she's pushing her to compete in the town Halloween pageant!If Addie is going to be stuck in this town, her mother won't get away so easy…so she sets off the curse that’s been haunting her family for centuries. But she doesn’t plan on the curse turning her bones to glass and setting a 300-year-old witch hunter after her.With the aid of a monster-obsessed neighbor and a twitchy-nosed, furry friend, Addie must hunt down the ingredients necessary to break the curse before the stroke of midnight. And if she doesn’t…she might just erase magic from her family, and her town, forever.
Glass Slippers (Sisters Ever After #2)
by Leah CypessThe second book in the Sisters Ever After series of fairy tale retellings from the point of view of the siblings in the background, this is the thrilling story of Cinderella's never-before-mentioned third "evil" step-sister, Tirza. Meet Cinderella&’s third &“wicked&” stepsister, Tirza. For years, Tirza has lived with the shame of what her family did to Cinderella. Against everyone&’s advice, Cinderella—now Queen Ella—took a chance on young Tirza. She gave Tirza a home in the castle instead of banishing her. The queen told everyone Tirza was good and kind, not cruel like her older sisters. But now Queen Ella&’s famous glass slippers are missing, and there&’s only one suspect. . . . Tirza may have tried them on . . . but she didn&’t steal them. Now she must find the true thief before she loses her royal home. But as Tirza gets closer to the truth, she finds herself getting closer to something else: her sisters, who might not be quite as evil as Cinderella claims.
The Glass Gauntlet (The Blood Guard #2)
by Carter Roy<p>Ronan Truelove barely survived his first encounter with his father and the Bend Sinister. Now, he's determined to become one of the Blood Guard, a sword-wielding secret society sworn to protect thirty-six pure souls crucial to the world's survival. <p>Eager to prove he's got what it takes, Ronan is sent on his first mission with his friends Greta and Sammy to visit a weird-sounding school and take a series of tests called the Glass Gauntlet. Paper and pencils and nerdy scholarship--where's the life-or-death challenge in that? <p>But the Glass Gauntlet is actually something much more dangerous: head-to-head competitions against ruthless opponents. Nothing and no one are what they seem. Who can he trust, and who will kill him? Ronan has to figure it out fast because his enemies are multiplying, and soon he will have to pass the ultimate test: facing his father again and standing up to those who threaten not only him and his friends but also the world.</p>
Glam Opening!
by Cathi Mingus Jill SantopoloBrooke and Aly are forced to work with their nemesis in the tenth and final sparkly story in this shimmering series about two sisters who open their own mini-nail salon.Have Aly and her nemesis Suzy Davis finally reached détente? Brooke and Aly’s mother and Suzy’s mother join forces and decide to open up a new salon. Does that mean the girls will actually have to work together in a brand-new Sparkle Spa? Like it or not, these frenemies are now in business together!
Glaki, Spear of the Depths: Series 25 Book 3
by Adam BladeFree the Beasts. Live the Adventure. Battle Beasts and fight Evil with Tom and Elenna in the bestselling adventure series for boys and girls aged 7 and up! In the prison kingdom of Vakunda, a wicked wizard has kidnapped Queen Aroha's nephew. In the sea surrounding the wizard's island lair Tom and Elenna must battle a ferocious water snake-Beast which has the power to freeze water with its eyes!There are FOUR thrilling adventures to collect in The Prison Kingdom series - don't miss out! Akorta the All-Seeing Ape; Lycaxa, Hunter of the Peaks; Glaki, Spear of the Depths and Diprox the Buzzing Terror.If you like Beast Quest, check out Adam Blade's other series: Team Hero, Sea Quest and Beast Quest: New Blood!
The Gladiators from Capua: Book 8
by Caroline LawrenceMarch AD 80. In Rome, the Emperor Titus has announced that there will be a hundred days of games to open his new amphitheatre (now known as the Colosseum). Flavia, Nubia and Lupus take this opportunity to go to Rome and search for their missing friend, Jonathan. Their search leads the young detectives straight to the games, where they must face wild beasts and gladiators to accomplish their mission.
Gladiator Boy: Three Stories in One Collection 2 (Gladiator Boy #2)
by David GrimstoneCaptured and sold into slavery, Decimus Rex is trained to fight as a gladiator in the infamous Arena. Our young hero must take on the might of Rome in order to survive.The Rebels' AssaultDecimus Rex has escaped Arena Primus in the company of a fellow slave, Olu Umbika. Together, they manage to board a slave ship and sail away from the trials and Slavious Doom. But can they rescue four friends they left behind?Rescue MissionDecimus Rex is once more back in the clutches of the evil Slavious Doom. Tasked with entering the catacombs beneath the arena to bring back the fabled Blade of Fire, Decimus immediately demands the release of all his friends in return for agreeing to take on the mission. Doom, however, has other plans ...The Blade of FireDecimus Rex is fighting his way through the perilous maze beneath the arena to locate the blade of fire, a legendary sword that Doom is intent upon possessing. But before he can retrieve the sword, Decimus must first rescue his friends. Will he save them, or is his time about to run out?
Gladiator Boy: Three Stories in One Collection 5 (Gladiator Boy #5)
by David GrimstoneFive old friends return home expecting peace, only to face their worst nightmare yet. Will Decimus Rex ever defeat the evil Slavious Doom?Vs The Screaming VoidOver two hundred children have vanished. There are rumours that the cruel Mirror Master and his black-hearted sidekick, Captain Lich, have something to do with it ... But where are the children being taken and why? It seems Decimus and his friends have a new battle on their hands ...Vs The Clone WarriorsDecimus and his friends must overcome the demons lurking within the Screaming Void. But even if they defeat these fearful monsters, can they survive a battle against the undefeated Clone Warriors?Vs The Ultimate EvilAn old enemy has returned and will stop at nothing in his quest for power. But when he kidnaps Decimus' parents and captures his friends, Decimus is forced to go and face his only undefeated enemy yet.
Gladiator Boy: Three Stories in One Collection 1 (Gladiator Boy #1)
by David GrimstoneCaptured and sold into slavery, Decimus Rex is trained to fight as a gladiator in the infamous Arena. Our young hero must take on the might of Rome in order to survive. A Hero's QuestWhen Decimus Rex arrives at Arena Primus, he must endure trials involving burning hot coals, hammers, spikes and combat. The journey to manhood has begun...Escape From EvilIn the dreaded Arena of Doom, Decimus faces a race over burning hot coals and violent hand-to-hand combat with a fellow slave. Surely life can't get any more difficult than this?Stowaway SlavesDecimus Rex has escaped Arena Primus in the company of a fellow slave, Olu Umbika. Together, the pair have managed to do what no one else has ever done - flee the clutches of Slavious Doom. As expected, the overlord is furious and demands their immediate capture.
Gladiator Boy: Three Stories in One Collection 4 (Gladiator Boy #4)
by David GrimstoneFive old friends, one dangerous new enemy ... and a voice from beyond the grave! Decimus Rex may have escaped slavery, but he cannot escape his destiny! Vs The Insane FuryDecimus Rex has been badly wounded. Gladius goes in search of help, but in the meantime Decimus disappears. The friends must return to the Winter Palace and try to rescue Decimus. But there is more than one surprise in store ...Vs The White SnakeCaptured once again by the evil Slavious Doom, the slaves are bound for Pin Yon Rock. There, Decimus is ordered to capture the White Snake in return for his friends' lives. Once again they are all embroiled in a battle of life and death ...Vs The Golem ArmyDecimus Rex and Ruma are surrounded by statues on Pin Yon Rock and are horrified when they come to life. Will they be cut down by this new enemy, or will they persuade them to fight together and take a final stand against the evil Slavious Doom?
Gladiator Boy: Three Stories in One Collection 3 (Gladiator Boy #3)
by David GrimstoneFive old friends, one dangerous new enemy ... and a voice from beyond the grave! Decimus Rex may have escaped slavery, but he cannot escape his destiny! Vs The Living DeadDecimus Rex reunites with his five friends to follow a message sent to them all from Teo - a friend they know to be dead. It begs them to risk dangers and rescue him. Is it really from Teo, or is the evil Slavious Doom behind it? The only way to find out is to work out what it means ...Vs The Raging TorrentDecimus Rex and his four friends sail to China on the trail of the Golden Warrior and in search of Teo, but they are captured by the King of Yelang and imprisoned in his Water Maze. Will they ever escape?Vs The Three NinjasThe five friends now have a new enemy - three ninjas, the most deadly warriors in Japan. But Decimus Rex and his friends won't give in that easily.
Gladiator: The Enduring Classic That Inspired The Creators Of Superman! (Gateway Essentials #488)
by Philip WylieGladiator is the tale of Hugo Danner, a man endowed from birth with extraodinary strength and speed. But Danner is no altruist. He spends his life trying to cope with his abilities, becoming a sports hero in college, later a sideshow act, a war hero, never truly finding peace with himself.
Gladiator: The Enduring Classic That Inspired the Creators of Superman!
by Philip Wylie Gerard JonesThanks to his father's genetic experiments, Hugo Danner is born with superhuman levels of strength, speed, and intelligence. Hugo feels compelled to conceal his gifts from a suspicious and uncomprehending world, but he doesn't take on an identity as a costumed crusader. Instead, his struggles to find a place in society that will accommodate his extraordinary skills lead to a checkered career as a boardwalk strongman, Foreign Legionnaire, politician, and archeologist. Gladiator, first published in 1930, preceded Superman's debut by eight years and formed the archetypes further developed in subsequent superhero comics and literature. Fans of comics, graphic novels, science-fiction, and fantasy literature will be captivated by this timeless tale of an outsider's search for acceptance and fulfillment. Introduction by Gerard Jones, author of Men of Tomorrow: Geeks, Gangsters, and the Birth of the Comic Book.
Glaciers (21st Century Skills Library: Real World Math)
by Barbara SomervillThis book uses math and science to help students learn about glaciers. Math challenge questions provide students with the opportunity to apply math skills as they learn about the characteristics of glaciers. Introduces glaciers, including how they were formed, how they have affected geography over the years, and why receding glaciers are a global climate concern.
GL 11+ Verbal Reasoning Practice Papers
by Alison HeadFour practice exam papers to test pupils ahead of the GL 11+ Verbal Reasoning test, includingthose taking bespoke tests created by GL for individual schools. The papers are designed to:- Develop and perfect exam technique for GL 11+ Verbal Reasoning tests- Teach pupils to improve their response rates with timed papers- Identify weaker areas and improve results by studying the answers, which contain references to Galore Park's revision materials for guidance and useful tips- The resource also contains links to downloadable answer sheets so that the tests can be re-sat.These practice papers are part of Galore Park's 11+ revision series, which provides a three-step learning journey that teaches children the skills needed to pass rigorous school entrance exams.
GL 11+ Non-Verbal Reasoning Practice Papers: For 11+, Pre-test And Independent School Exams Including Cem, Gl And Iseb
by Peter FrancisThree practice exam papers to test pupils ahead of the GL 11+ Non-Verbal Reasoning test,including those taking bespoke tests created by GL for individual schools. The papers are designed to:- Develop and perfect exam technique for GL 11+ Non-Verbal Reasoning tests- Teach pupils to improve their response rates with timed papers- Identify weaker areas and improve results by studying the answers, which contain references to Galore Park's revision materials for guidance and useful tips- The resource also contains links to downloadable answer sheets so that the tests can be re-sat.These practice papers are part of Galore Park's 11+ revision series, which provides a three-step learning journey that teaches children the skills needed to pass rigorous school entrance exams.
GL 11+ English Comprehension & Writing Practice Papers
by Victoria BurrillFour practice exam papers to test pupils ahead of the GL 11+ English test, including the bespoke tests created by GL for individual schools. They cover comprehension, spelling, punctuation and grammar, as well as writing. The papers are designed to:- Develop and perfect exam technique for GL English 11+ exams- Give practice in answering comprehension, spelling, grammar and writing questions- Identify weaker areas and improve results by studying the answers, which contain references to Galore Park's revision materials for guidance and useful tips- The resource also contains links to downloadable answer sheets so that the tests can be re-sat.These practice papers are part of Galore Park's 11+ revision series, which provides a three-step learning journey that teaches children the skills needed to pass rigorous school entrance exams.
Giving Thanks: Poems, Prayers, and Praise Songs of Thanksgiving
by Katherine Paterson Pamela DaltonNewbery Medal winner Katherine Paterson and cut-paper artist Pamela Dalton give fans of all ages even more to be thankful for with Giving Thanks, a special book about gratitude. Katherine Paterson's meditations on what it means to be truly grateful and Pamela Dalton's exquisite cut-paper illustrations are paired with a collection of over 50 graces, poems, and praise songs from a wide range of cultures, religions, and voices. The unique collaboration between these two extraordinary artists flowers in this important and stunningly beautiful reflection on the act of giving thanks.
Giving: A Bible Study Wordbook For Kids
by Richard E. ToddGiving: A Bible Study Wordbook for Kids is a great introduction for children on money and biblical stewardship. Ideal as an aide to parents, Sunday school teachers, and children's ministry directors, this book teaches children a number of lessons concerning giving, such as:Why we give (reasons like blessing God and helping the church grow)How we should give—and how muchWhat kind of attitude we should have as we giveDesigned especially for kids in grades 2–5, this wordbook's activities include connecting the dots and coloring pages. Students will be able to design their own offering envelope, read the story of "Alex and the Lemonade Stand," and count a coin pile. Altogether, the lessons and activities help children learn a biblical and cheerful view of giving. * This book is part of The Children&’s Wordbook series, by Richard Todd, and is most beneficial when used alongside the wordbooks, which cover salvation, baptism, communion, giving, and church. They are great resources for parents and teachers who want to teach children of these fundamental Christian doctrines.
Giving: A Bible Study Wordbook For Kids
by Richard E. ToddGiving: A Bible Study Wordbook for Kids is a great introduction for children on money and biblical stewardship. Ideal as an aide to parents, Sunday school teachers, and children's ministry directors, this book teaches children a number of lessons concerning giving, such as:Why we give (reasons like blessing God and helping the church grow)How we should give—and how muchWhat kind of attitude we should have as we giveDesigned especially for kids in grades 2–5, this wordbook's activities include connecting the dots and coloring pages. Students will be able to design their own offering envelope, read the story of "Alex and the Lemonade Stand," and count a coin pile. Altogether, the lessons and activities help children learn a biblical and cheerful view of giving. * This book is part of The Children&’s Wordbook series, by Richard Todd, and is most beneficial when used alongside the wordbooks, which cover salvation, baptism, communion, giving, and church. They are great resources for parents and teachers who want to teach children of these fundamental Christian doctrines.
Give Me Back My Book!
by Travis Foster Ethan Long&“In this funny tale told entirely through dialogue, Redd and Bloo not only learn how a book is made, they learn who it belongs to: anyone who loves reading.&” —Entertainment Weekly This book is full of wonderful WORDS and beautiful PICTURES! And it&’s EXCITING! And it&’s FUNNY! It might be the BEST BOOK EVER—if we could decide whose book it is. Redd and Bloo explore the way a book is made and accidentally build a friendship, too, in this tale told only in dialogue. Travis Foster and Ethan Long offer a hilarious story about the joy of reading, which brings people together in unexpected ways, proving that each book truly belongs to . . . the people who love it. &“What makes it truly touching is the love that Bloo, Redd, and Earthworm have for the book—not just as a transporter of imaginations but as a physical object.&” —Publishers Weekly &“A funny and fresh story with several teachable moments . . . Will please the many fans of Elephant and Piggie.&” —School Library Journal &“This comedic tug-of-war conveys the value of books.&” —Booklist
Give Me a Break (From the Files of Madison Finn #18)
by Laura DowerMaddie's ski vacation is shaping up to be a disaster--can she catch a break?A surprise ski trip with her dad is just what Maddie's winter vacation needs. And when Dad says she can bring along her BFF Aimee and her pug, Phinnie, it's guaranteed to be the best week ever. But things keep going wrong: First the group gets a flat tire, and then there's snow in their hotel room. It seems like Maddie has the most terrible luck ever--and to make matters worse, she and Aimee can't stop fighting. Can a ski class full of cute boys turn this vacation around?