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Someone is sending out a Creeper Army into the Overworld! Alex and her ocelot, Cookie, must journey to The End to find out who or what is responsible.Find out the answer in Book 2 of the Adventures of Alex and Cookie. ***This is NOT AN OFFICIAL MINECRAfT BOOK. NOT APPROVED BY OR ASSOCIATED WITH MOJANG.
Friendly, curious Pangolina—a member of the only mammalian species with scales—spends a blissful babyhood being cared for by her loving mother. As a pangolin, though, she is in danger as she grows up and ventures out alone into the forest, because her scales are prized by humans who believe they have curative powers. One day cruel hunters trap Pangolina, putting her into a cage along with her animal friends, and bringing them to a market to be sold. To the rescue comes a small girl who knows that pangolins are friendly fellow creatures who have feelings too. Legendary naturalist Jane Goodall’s many followers and all animalloving children will be riveted by this suspenseful and heartwarming fictional story set in China and including informational material about pangolins and suggestions for how to help fight animal trafficking.Ver livro
Icebreaker Snow is at his home port waiting anxiously to be called to break the ice for stranded ships. Suddenly a message arrives. A ship needs help immediately. Whose turn is it to accept the challenge and set off on a mission on the Gulf of Finland? Written by Teemu Leppälä, who is a real-life icebreaker operator, sea captain, and pilot. Icebreaker Snow books are exiting stories that take both children and adults on real-life adventures on the icy seas. The Mission on the Gulf of Finland is the first book in the series about Icebreaker Snow and his friends.Ver livro
*** 2014 Winner Bronze Moonbeam Award: Best Chapter Book Series *** Dre's father had planned an unforgettable hunting trip for him as a graduation present. Little did they know how unforgettable it would become and what life-threatening dangers they would face. A terrifying near plane crash, a pack of menacing wolves, and a thunderous avalanche were just the beginning of their worst nightmare. Danger surrounds them as they travel deep into the mountains with Mad Mike, their off-the-hook pilot and guide. This part of Alaska is known for its incredible beauty and untamed wilderness. There's adventure around every corner for someone like Dre who's lived his entire life on Kodiak Island off Alaska's southern coast.Ver livro
The whole gang from Peabody: Scruggs, Penny, Annette, Jack, and Jean, board a flight for a vacation in New England with Aunt Betty and Uncle Bill. But they find themselves abandoned in a strange, seemingly endless forest in the mountains. With very little food and no gear, they must keep moving as they try to figure out who has left them here, and who is following them, and what they want.Ver livro
One day, when Little Bear was setting off to go fishing in the river again, Little Tiger said: "Bear, I feel so lonely when you're away. I wish you'd write a letter home, to cheer me up. Please do!". A German children's book classic!Ver livro
Time Period: 1770 Twelve-year-old Bostonian Lydia Lankford knows in her heart of hearts that the patriot cause is true and just-so why can't other members of her family see that, too? When the Boston Massacre occurs, this fictional colonist finds herself witnessing a spark that helps to ignite the American Revolution. Especially for girls ages eight to twelve, the fascinating story of Lydia Lankford shares the coming-of-age experiences of an impetuous girl on the verge of young womanhood, while teaching important lessons of Christian faith and American history. "Lydia the Patriot" makes a great recreational read, and is perfect for homeschooling.Ver livro
