Author : James Stevenson
Publisher :
Page : 40 pages
File Size : 23,91 MB
Release : 1993
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN :
Three squirrels looking for excitement in their lives try to pull together an acrobatics act for the circus that is coming to their part of the forest.
Author : Maureen Johnson
Publisher : Ten Speed Press
Page : 129 pages
File Size : 23,46 MB
Release : 2021-09-14
Category : Humor
ISBN : 1984859625
NATIONAL BESTSELLER • Considering a trip to a quaint English village? You’ll think twice after learning about the countless murderous possibilities lurking behind the bucolic façades, thanks to this illustrated guide from #1 bestselling author Maureen Johnson and illustrator Jay Cooper—perfect for fans of cozy mysteries. A weekend roaming narrow old lanes, touring the faded glories of a country manor, and quaffing pints in the pub. How charming. That is, unless you have the misfortune of finding yourself in an English Murder Village, where danger lurks around each picturesque cobblestone corner and every sip of tea may be your last. If you insist on your travels, do yourself a favor and bring a copy of this little book. It may just keep you alive. Brought to life with dozens of Gorey-esque drawings by illustrator Jay Cooper and peppered with allusions to classic crime series and unmistakably British murder lore, Your Guide to Not Getting Murdered in a Quaint English Village gives you the tools you need to avoid the same fate, should you find yourself in a suspiciously cozy English village (or simply dream of going). Good luck! And whatever you do, avoid the vicar.
Author : Julie Sykes
Publisher :
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 30,92 MB
Release : 1996
Category : Acorns
ISBN : 9781888444056
When Sara Squirrel goes in search of acorns, all her friends want her to bring back something for them, too.
Author : John Acorn
Publisher : University of Alberta
Page : 169 pages
File Size : 29,5 MB
Release : 2004-09-21
Category : Nature
ISBN : 0888644191
With iridescent blues and greens, damselflies are some of the most beautiful flying insects as well as the most primitive. As members of the insect order Odonata they are related to dragonflies but are classified in a separate suborder. These aquatic insects are a delight to the eye and a fascinating creature of study. In Damselflies of Alberta, naturalist John Acorn describes the twenty-two species native to the province. Exhaustively researched, yet written in an accessible style, the author's enthusiasm for these flying neon toothpicks is compelling. More than a field guide, this is a passionate investigation into one of nature's winged marvels of the wetlands.
Author : Susan Tan
Publisher : Scholastic Inc.
Page : 102 pages
File Size : 48,31 MB
Release : 2022-06-28
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 1338756354
Pets, hilarity, and plots for world domination come together in Pets Rule!, an early chapter book series perfect for fans of The Secret Life of Pets! Pick a book. Grow a Reader! This series is part of Scholastic's early chapter book line, Branches, aimed at newly independent readers. With easy-to-read text, high-interest content, fast-paced plots, and illustrations on every page, these books will boost reading confidence and stamina. Branches books help readers grow! Meet Ember, a rescue Chihuahua who has just been adopted by the Chin family. Ember is no ordinary dog: he thinks he is an evil overlord, destined to rule the world. He enlists the help of the other pets in the house, like Smelly Steve the hamster and Neo the canary, to take over the neighborhood. Their first mission is defeating Masher, the mean squirrel who lives next door. But to his shock, Ember finds himself growing attached to his “minions”, the Chin family—especially Lucy. Does Ember still have what it takes to control of the neighborhood... and the world? With laugh-out-loud humor, engaging artwork on every page, and nonstop action that will have readers rushing to turn the pages, Pets Rule is the just-right series for any emerging reader! "This early chapter book expertly cultivates a larger-than-life pseudo-antihero... an infectiously silly series starter." -- Kirkus Reviews
Author : Cindy Monica
Publisher : Cindy Monica
Page : 107 pages
File Size : 10,69 MB
Release : 2024-10-26
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN :
Ethan, a young man feeling lost and disconnected from his life in the city, unexpectedly finds himself in the magical Whispering Woods, where every creature and plant can speak. Initially overwhelmed by this enchanting forest filled with talking animals and vibrant flora, Ethan soon discovers a sense of belonging he never thought possible. In his new home, he befriends a quirky squirrel named Squeaks, a wise owl named Oren, a gentle deer named Flopsy, and a spirited dog named Dusty. Together, they embark on a series of humorous adventures, from acorn toss competitions to silly dance-offs, all while preparing for the much-anticipated Great Gathering—a festival celebrating friendship and the magic of the forest. As Ethan participates in the festivities, he learns about the importance of community, laughter, and embracing one's true self. Through joyous moments and heartfelt connections, he transforms from a lost city dweller into a beloved member of the Whispering Woods, ultimately earning the title of “Friend of the Forest.”
Author : E. Douglass
Publisher : iUniverse
Page : 100 pages
File Size : 16,11 MB
Release : 2013-02-11
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 1475966393
Tommy and Lisa always spend summers at their grandparents cabin in the woods of New Hampshire, where they swim, fish, hike and sail. During the rest of the year they live in Columbus, Ohio where they have a lot of friends but they really miss their grandparents. Tommy and his friend Greg, who lives on Mirror Lake near the cabin, fish all summer long for lake trout and bass. Lisa and Gregs sister Rita also join in on the fun. All the children enjoy playing at Reflection Cove, where theres a very big oak treeso big that they could build a fort in it! But the oak tree is home to something special. Inside the great tree lives a large community of squirrels of many colors and types, ruled by a good king and queen. The squirrels all call each other friends, and they live very happily. When a hurricane hits the coast of New Hampshire, the childrens fun has taken a new direction, and the old oak tree is badly damaged. Now the human children must help their new squirrel friends, who might find themselves out in the cold when winter arrives.
Author : J. P. Donleavy
Publisher : Open Road + Grove/Atlantic
Page : 433 pages
File Size : 46,85 MB
Release : 2007-12-01
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 0802198147
An “excruciatingly funny” novel by the author of the classic The Ginger Man (Newsweek). From “a comic writer rivaling Waugh and Wodehouse”, this is the story of George Smith (Life). Mysteriously rich and desperately lonely, George appears to be under attack from all quarters. His former wife and four horrible children are suing to get his money. His dipsomaniacal housekeeper is trying to arouse his carnal interest. His secretary, the beautiful, blond Miss Martin, will barely give him the time of day. Making matters even worse are the threatening letters: Dear Sir, Only for the moment are we saying nothing. Yours, etc., Present Associates. Despite such precautions as a two-inch-thick surgical steel door and a bulletproof limousine, Smith remains worried. So he undertakes to build a giant mausoleum, complete with plumbing, in which to live . . . Hunter S. Thompson called reading this book “like sitting down to an evening of good whisky and mad laughter in a rare conversation somewhere on the edge of reality.” A Singular Man is a deliciously dark comic novel by the recipient of a Lifetime Achievement honor from the Irish Book Awards. “A wild romp . . . An important, first-rate novel by a gifted artist.” —Chicago Tribune “Rollicking, rambunctious . . . Sheer pleasure to read . . . Shatteringly funny.” —The New York Times Book Review
Author : Melanie Watt
Publisher : Kids Can Press Ltd
Page : 44 pages
File Size : 24,65 MB
Release : 2008-03
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 1554530237
Scaredy Squirrel is afraid to leave his nut tree because of all the dangers, but one day a bee invades Scaredy's nest and he leaps into the unknown.
Author : Allan A. Schoenherr
Publisher : Univ of California Press
Page : 657 pages
File Size : 29,88 MB
Release : 2017-07-03
Category : Science
ISBN : 0520964551
In this comprehensive and abundantly illustrated book, Allan A. Schoenherr describes the natural history of California—a state with a greater range of landforms, a greater variety of habitats, and more kinds of plants and animals than any area of equivalent size in all of North America. A Natural History of California focuses on each distinctive region, addressing its climate, rocks, soil, plants, and animals. The second edition of this classic work features updated species names and taxa, new details about parks reclassified by federal and state agencies, new stories about modern human and animal interaction, and a new epilogue on the impacts of climate change.
