Publisher: Gibbs Smith
A Kid’s Guide to Backyard Birds is filled with fascinating facts about common birds, including where they live, what they eat, and how they sound when they sing. Packed with over 80 full-color, gorgeous illustrations, this portable field guide will have burgeoning bird lovers excited about exploring the amazing world just outside their door.
Readers will be excited to learn about this small but fierce dinosaur. Easy-to-read text and full-color images help readers keep up with the speedy Compsognathus.Show book
Nebula Award Winning Authors - 22 Science Fiction Classics by Arthur C. Clarke, Robert Silverberg, Clifford D. Simak, Nelson S. Bond, Jack Vance and moreA Walk in the Dark by Arthur C. ClarkeX Marks the Pedwalk by Fritz LeiberF. O. B. Venus by Nelson S. Bond The Other Tiger by Arthur C. ClarkeBefore Eden by Arthur C. ClarkeNo Shield From The Dead by Gordon R. DicksonThe Sky Was Full of Ships by Theodore SturgeonYesterday Was Monday by Theodore SturgeonSolitary by Robert SilverbergTransience by Arthur C. ClarkeCollision Orbit by Katherine MacLeanMr. Meek—Musketeer by Clifford D. SimakMr. Meek Plays Polo by Clifford D. SimakSummertime on Icarus by Arthur C. ClarkeThe Madness of Lancelot Biggs by Nelson S. BondBleekman’s Planet by Randall Garrett and Robert SilverbergPostmark Ganymede by Robert SilverbergThe Men Return by Jack VanceLancelot Biggs: Master Navigator by Nelson S. Bond Hide and Seek by Arthur C. ClarkeLater Than You Think by Fritz LeiberThe Day The Monsters Broke Loose by Robert SilverbergShow book
Dani's been trying her best to stay happy ever since her best friend Ella moved away. But when some girls in Dani's class start being cruel to her, it starts a chain of rather unhappy events . . . It would all be okay if only Ella would move back. From the author of the critically acclaimed My Happy Life.Show book
One teen. Two enemies. Endless secrets... Struggling to balance his new role as Healer, with fending off his rival bully, Talin uncovers a twisted family secret. But, distractions in his personal relationships above ground, and physical challenges below, push him to his limits as he prepares for the most important fight of his life. The fate of an entire island depends on it... The consequence--death. During a historic Elimination, Talin is forced to battle a surprising new enemy, who is hiding a secret of his own--one Talin never saw coming...Show book
Sheikh Khalifa Al Tunaiji was born in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates. He received his Quranic education at the City Center of Quran under the guidance of Sheikh Ghulam Hussain when he was just thirteen years old. Known for his distinctive and powerful voice in Quranic recitation, Sheikh Khalifa also pursued further studies in Madinah with Sheikh Ibrahim Al-Akhdar, a renowned reader at the Masjid An-Nabawi. In 2001, he graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering from the University of the United Arab Emirates. Alongside his professional endeavors, Sheikh Khalifa actively participated in various national and international Quranic competitions, achieving notable success in competitions such as the local Holy Qur'an contest, the Sharjah competition, the King Abdul Aziz International competition in Makkah, and the Dubai International competition. Sheikh Khalifa's recitations and teachings of the Quran are widely available in audio and video formats across the Arab and Islamic regions. Additionally, he hosts a television program titled "Celebrity Readers," broadcasted on the Arabic channel Al-Sharjah, further extending his reach and impact in sharing the teachings of the Holy Quran.Show book
This funny, adorable picture book is based on the life of Ingrid, the real guide dog to actress, author, and UNICEF Ambassador Aria Mia Loberti! Ingrid knows she is fabulous. She flies around the world with her person, Aria. Working as a team, they navigate everything from college classes and ancient ruins to movie sets and red carpets. And Ingrid never goes anywhere without her string of pearls. But before Ingrid was the best guide dog there ever was, she was just a small, black puppy with very big paws.Growing up at Guide Dogs for the Blind, Ingrid saw lots of grown-up dogs wearing special harnesses. They were guide dogs, and they got to help people and go on adventures. Ingrid dreamed of being just like them. But becoming a guide dog isn't easy. It takes a lot of training and hard work. When they are wearing their harnesses, guide dogs must be focused and calm. That means no sniffing strangers, barking, or picking up food from the ground -- no matter how good it smells! But Ingrid was determined to complete her training and become the best guide dog in the world.This funny and heartwarming illustrated picture book will teach kids what guide dogs do and how they work together with their humans to become an unstoppable team. Plus, the back of the book includes nonfiction information about guide dogs, the spectrum of vision, Aria's life and career, and photos of the real Ingrid -- including her wearing her trademark pearls!Show book
