Walter Does His Best


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What does it mean to be a good neighbor? From Central Park to Broadway to Times Square, Walter the French Bulldog is on a mission of kindness in this hilarious dog adventure story from ABC's Good Morning America's Eva Pilgrim. Walter's heart is full of kindness, but this little dog's efforts to help his neighbors don't go as planned. Journalist Eva Pilgrim's charming narrative and Jessica Gibson's vibrant illustrations make Walter Does His Best a wonderful way to introduce kids ages 4-8 to new adventures in kindness. This beautiful jacketed hardcover encourages children to look for opportunities to be kind affirms that everyone makes mistakes appeals to kids' enjoyment of animals celebrates authors of color can be read aloud for story time or enjoyed as an independent read introduces kids to New York City landmarks in a fun, colorful way! Join Walter for a jaunt through Central Park, inside a Broadway theater, onto subway cars, through the Rockefeller Center gardens, and all the way to Coney Island as he tries his very, messy best to be a good dog--and learns that what matters most is the love you share with others every day.







Destination Saigon


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Get a taste of the real Vietnam and its people on a sometimes funny, always fascinating journey from the bustling cities to the out of the way villages, into Buddhist monasteries and along the Mekong - a real delight for armchair travellers and those contemplating their own adventure.




The Black Stallion Adventures


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Celebrate The Black Stallion’s seventy-fifth anniversary with four of the Black’s greatest adventures! From the moment Alec first saw the Black Stallion, he knew they were destined to be together. But can he truly trust a stallion whose beauty matches his wild spirit? Follow four of Walter Farley’s most thrilling tales of adventure in this boxed set. Each of these classic tales presents racing stories so exciting, readers will be on the edge of their seats until the last horse crosses the finish line! The adventure set includes The Black Stallion, The Black Stallion Returns, The Black Stallion Revolts, and The Black Stallion’s Ghost.




Walter's Wonderful Web


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A determined little spider named Walter is trying to make a sturdy web that will stand up to the blustery wind. The webs he makes at first are woven in special shapes--a triangle, a square, a circle--but they are still wibbly-wobbly. Can Walter make a web that is both wonderful and strong? This simple, vibrant adventure is a lively companion to our two previous Tim Hopgood "first books": Wow! Said the Owl, about colors; and Hooray for Hoppy!, about the five senses.




Walter Schnaffs' Adventure


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Walter Schnaff is unlike the other soldiers in the Prussian army. While his brothers-in-arms advance through Normandy with the intent of subjugating the French and achieving victory, Walter is a pacifist who can’t stand the thought of killing. Yet when his unit is ambushed, Walter’s philosophy is tested to its limits. Can pacifism prevail when the enemy is closing in on all sides? Guy de Maupassant’s short story "Walter Schnaffs’ Adventure" explores the horrors of the 1870 Franco-Prussian war and poses important questions about what it means to be a soldier. Guy de Maupassant (1850-1893) was a famous French writer, often referred to as the father of the short story. A prolific writer, his best known works include "Bel-Ami", "Une Vie" and "The Necklace", alongside some 300 short stories, travel books, and poetry. A master of style and dramatic narrative, Maupassant’s stories are drawn to themes of war, the working class, and the human condition. One of his greatest influences was Gustave Flaubert, who introduced him to some of the central names of the time such as Emile Zola, Ivan Turgenev, and Henry James.




The Cold Millions


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“One of the most captivating novels of the year.” – Washington Post NATIONAL BESTSELLER A Best Book of the Year: Bloomberg | Boston Globe | Chicago Public Library | Chicago Tribune | Esquire | Kirkus | New York Public Library | New York Times Book Review (Historical Fiction) | NPR's Fresh Air | O Magazine | Washington Post | Publishers Weekly | Seattle Times | USA Today A Library Reads Pick | An Indie Next Pick From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Beautiful Ruins comes another “literary miracle” (NPR)—a propulsive, richly entertaining novel about two brothers swept up in the turbulent class warfare of the early twentieth century. An intimate story of brotherhood, love, sacrifice, and betrayal set against the panoramic backdrop of an early twentieth-century America that eerily echoes our own time, The Cold Millions offers a kaleidoscopic portrait of a nation grappling with the chasm between rich and poor, between harsh realities and simple dreams. The Dolans live by their wits, jumping freight trains and lining up for day work at crooked job agencies. While sixteen-year-old Rye yearns for a steady job and a home, his older brother, Gig, dreams of a better world, fighting alongside other union men for fair pay and decent treatment. Enter Ursula the Great, a vaudeville singer who performs with a live cougar and introduces the brothers to a far more dangerous creature: a mining magnate determined to keep his wealth and his hold on Ursula. Dubious of Gig’s idealism, Rye finds himself drawn to a fearless nineteen-year-old activist and feminist named Elizabeth Gurley Flynn. But a storm is coming, threatening to overwhelm them all, and Rye will be forced to decide where he stands. Is it enough to win the occasional battle, even if you cannot win the war? Featuring an unforgettable cast of cops and tramps, suffragists and socialists, madams and murderers, The Cold Millions is a tour de force from a “writer who has planted himself firmly in the first rank of American authors” (Boston Globe).




Harry and Walter


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Best Friends Forever. Harry may be four and three-quarters and Walter may be ninety-two and a half, but that doesn’t stop them from being best friends. Harry loves to go next door to play games with Walter and draw pictures together. And when the snow falls, Walter clears a path to Harry’s house so that they can visit every day. But one day, a For Sale sign appears on Harry’s lawn. Harry is devastated that he and Walter will no longer be neighbors. Harry’s new house is bigger and better than his old one, but without Walter to share things with, nothing seems to be much fun...until one day, Harry hears a familiar voice. Walter, too, has moved--to a nearby seniors’ residence. Now, Harry and Walter can still be best friends. Acclaimed author Kathy Stinson has created a poignant, cross-generational story that will warm the hearts of children and adults alike. With charming illustrations by Qin Leng, Harry and Walter is a perfect book for children to share with grandparents.




The Fearless Boy Inventor


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Description: One of the most uniquely amusing kids stories of the year. The Fearless Boy is inventive, captivating and creatively thrilling. It will make your kids listen or read with great attention. See why the initial readers are saying that this will be one of the best new hit children stories. THE STORY Walter, the fearless boy inventor, is always creating wonderful contraptions which help him face his fears. Walter is about to set off on his biggest adventure yet as he uses his flying machine to investigate the cause of thunder and it's not what he was expecting... Inspiring kids story showcasing the courage and imagination of the little boy character.. NOT ONLY INTERESTING TO READ.. The Fearless Boy Inventor is written not only to keep the interest of your kid, but to give them courage and arise interest in creativity to pursue their interests. See Walter is constantly searching for innovation, he has vision and doesn't let anything to stop him. Your kids can easily correlate with this brave inventor. VISUALLY STUNNING Professional graphic design artist turned the author's vision in one of the most visually impressive illustration children story books. The kid friendly digital artwork is instantly attractive, detailed and truly exquisite. Your kids will really live and experience the real adventure of Walter. UPBEAT & ALWAYS INTERESTING Kids can read a lot about the process of innovation as they follow the life of Walter. Written in an upbeat and interesting manner, each paragraph is accompanied by lovely illustration to show the activities of Walter. If you already have owned similar children's books, you'll adore The Fearless Boy Inventor as it's easy-to-follow, and written in straightforward manner. It's a kid story book written like an inspiring poem with well-versed sentences and rhymes. Kids adore that! WHY THE FEARLESS BOY INVENTOR? - one of the best new inspiring illustrated books for kids - ultra-interesting adventure story - cool character that kids love and can correlate - education and inspirational book that can give courage - impressive artwork and design - story that never get's boring (can be read multiple times) Don't miss one of the best kids education books with illustration!




The Wrong Letter


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