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The Sultan's Tigers
By Josh Lacey. 2013
As in the middle grade series debut Island of Thieves, scrappy twelve-year-old Tom Trelawney and his swashbuckling Uncle Harvey are…
a dynamite combination--in the dangerous, explosive sort of way. This time around, they impulsively fly from Ireland to India in hot pursuit of a small bejeweled tiger that yet another Trelawney, a British soldier, allegedly plundered in 1799. They're pretty sure they can get a couple million dollars for it too, if they can make it past a gun-happy Aussie and a pit of man-eating tigers.This Old Dog
By Martha Brockenbrough. 2020
When so much of the world is new, you want to go slowly… to stop and enjoy everything; hills to…
roll down, perfect-sized rocks, trees that seem to whisper their thoughts. It’s the same when you're much, much older, and every time 'round the seasons seems precious. Yet the folks in the middle (we know who we are) are always rushing, rushing, rushing. Appointments to make, trains to catch, places to be, FAST.That's what makes the bond between old dog and the little girl so special. From the time she takes her first steps, old dog finds someone – at last! – who wants to go at the same pace he does. To walk with everywhere, through this wide, wonderful world.A love song to the bond between young and old, this book will make you want to sit right down and read to someone you care about.Go for the Glory
By Lauraine Snelling. 1991
After a string of wins, Trish breaks her arm, and since the horse Trish and her father have entered in…
both the Santa Anita Derby and the Kentucky Derby won't tolerate another rider, it seems that they're going to miss an opportunity of their lives.Animal at Large (Mysteries on Zoo Lane #2)
By Patricia Reilly Giff. 2020
A missing animal at the zoo and strange noises coming from her backyard can mean only one thing for Tori:…
she's got a mystery to solve!Tori loves living on Zoo Lane with her family. Who else gets to live at a zoo--and with her cousin Sumiko visiting from Tokyo soon, this is shaping up to be the best summer ever! But when rumors of a missing animal start to spread, Tori wants to help . . . except she doesn't know which creature is on the loose. An ostrich? A little frog? There's also a strange noise coming from her backyard. It almost sounds like someone is calling her name! Tori is on the case.In this second book in the illustrated Mysteries on Zoo Lane series, two-time Newbery Honor author Patricia Reilly Giff has crafted a charming story about conservation, animal care, friendship, and problem-solving. In touch with the programs and initiatives that today's zoos are undertaking, Giff provides readers with a fresh look at the work of zoologists. Charming line artwork by Abby Carter appears throughout and keeps the story upbeat.Meet the Crew at the Zoo (Mysteries on Zoo Lane #1)
By Patricia Reilly Giff. 2020
Solve mysteries at a city zoo with a diverse group of kids in this illustrated chapter book from a two-time…
Newbery Honor author.Lions and tigers for neighbors? That doesn't bother Luke at all. It's making new friends that scares him. Not only has Luke had to move from Florida to New York because of his dad's new job as a zoo doctor, but he's also had to leave behind his best friend--his abuelo.When Luke discovers that there are other kids also living on Zoo Lane and that one of them might be the owner of a mysterious zebra-printed box left outside his house, he wonders if just maybe he can make friends and solve a mystery in this wild new place.In this first book of the series, two-time Newbery Honor author Patricia Reilly Giff has crafted a charming story about conservation, animal care, friendship, and problem-solving. In touch with the programs and initiatives that today's zoos are undertaking, Giff provides readers with a fresh look at the work of zoologists. Charming line artwork by Abby Carter appears throughout and keeps the story upbeat.Woodland Dreams
By Karen Jameson. 2020
In Woodland Dreams, young readers say goodnight to beloved woodland animals as they prepare to sleep.This sweet bedtime book is…
at once a picture book and a lullaby, pairing familiar bedtime routines with nonfiction elements.Little ones will follow along as each animal returns to their warm and cozy woodland home.• Each adorable animal has their own special nighttime routine.• Charming illustrations by celebrated artist Marc Boutavant• Each animal is presented in an approachable, sleep-affirming way.And once every creature is tucked in tight, shhh . . . It's time for everyone to say goodnight.From the fox curling up in her den to the turtle dozing off in his shell, Woodland Dreams will send your little one off to sleep with a gentle and loving goodnight.• The lyrical text is perfect for bedtime read-alouds, engaging little readers with beautiful illustrations and a cozy rhyming narrative.• Ideal for children ages 3 to 5 years old• Perfect for parents, grandparents, and caregivers• You'll love this book if you love books like Time for Bed by Mem Fox, The Goodnight Train by June Sobel, and If Animals Kissed Good Night by Ann Whitford Paul.A Solitude of Wolverines: A Novel of Suspense (Alex Carter Series #1)
By Alice Henderson. 2020
“Both a mystery and a survival story, here is a novel written with a naturalist’s eye for detail and an…
unrelenting pace. It reminded me of the best of Nevada Barr…It’s so fraught with excitement and wondrous details that it demands to be read in one sitting and savored afterward. Don’t miss it.” —James Rollins, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Last Odyssey The first book in a thrilling series featuring a wildlife biologist who courts trouble as she saves endangered species . . . and a mysterious killer who buries his dead in the land she helps preserve—a fast-paced, action-driven tale of suspense with the atmosphere and propulsive tension of works by Jane Harper, Craig Johnson, William Kent Krueger, and Nevada Barr.While studying wolverines on a wildlife sanctuary in Montana, biologist Alex Carter is run off the road and threatened by locals determined to force her off the land.Undeterred in her mission to help save this threatened species, Alex tracks wolverines on foot and by cameras positioned in remote regions of the preserve. But when she reviews the photos, she discovers disturbing images of an animal of a different kind: a severely injured man seemingly lost and wandering in the wilds.After searches for the unknown man come up empty, local law enforcement is strangely set on dismissing the case altogether, raising Alex’s suspicions. Then another invasive predator trespasses onto the preserve. The hunter turns out to be another human—and the prey is the wildlife biologist herself. Alex realizes too late that she has seen too much—she's stumbled onto a far-reaching illegal operation and now has become the biggest threat.In this wild and dangerous landscape, Alex’s life depends on staying one step ahead—using all she knows about the animal world and what it takes to win the brutal battle for survival.Mountain Dog
By Margarita Engle, Aleksey Ivanov, Olga Ivanov. 2013
When Tony's mother is sent to jail, he is sent to stay with a great uncle he has never met…
in Sierra Nevada. It is a daunting move -- Tony's new world bears no semblance to his previous one. But slowly, against a remote and remarkable backdrop, the scars from Tony's troubled past begin to heal. With his Tia and a search-and-rescue dog named Gabe by his side, he learns how to track wild animals, is welcomed to the Cowboy Church, and makes new friends at the Mountain School. Most importantly though, it is through Gabe that Tony discovers unconditional love for the first time, in Mountain Dog by Margarita Engle. A Kirkus Reviews Best Book of 2013Snazzy Cat Capers: Meow or Never (Snazzy Cat Capers #3)
By Deanna Kent. 2020
Ophelia von Hairball V, the world’s #1 cat burglar, is ready to make hiss-tory with her latest and greatest heist…
in Deanna Kent's third book of this cat-tastic middle grade series, featuring black-and-white illustrations on almost every page by Neil Hooson!Ophelia and her inventor sidekick Oscar F. Gold are deep in preparations for the biggest challenge the FFBI (Furry Feline Burglary Institute) has to offer: The M.E.O.W. competition!The fur-and-fin duo show up with the most valuable treasure they can find—and Ophelia’s cousin Pierre von Rascal beats them to the punch with a priceless painting that puts their loot to shame. But Ophelia is certain the expensive artwork is an elaborate fake!Ophelia will need every pawful of her singular style, winning wit, and purr-fect poise to prove Pierre’s nothing but a wannabe cheetah—before he steals her prize!Adventure, heists, and teamwork abound in this fun, witty chapter book series brimming with cat-tastic black-and-white illustrations, including graphic novel-style pages!Check out the whole Snazzy Cat Capers series! Snazzy Cat Capers Snazzy Cat Capers: The Fast and the FurriestSnazzy Cat Capers: Meow or NeverAn Imprint Book“Fabulous, funny, and fin-tastic fun!”—Mo O’Hara, New York Times-bestselling author of My Big Fat Zombie Goldfish Advisory: Bookshare has learned that this book offers only partial accessibility. We have kept it in the collection because it is useful for some of our members. Benetech is actively working on projects to improve accessibility issues such as these.Jim Ugly
By Sid Fleischman. 1992
Part wolf, Jim Ugly is a proud and aloof one-man dog. And that man is Jake's father, an actor in…
the frontier West. Who suddenly disappears. Jake is left with his cousin who threatens to shoot Jim Ugly for killing sheep. Jake is sure the dog, who is an excellent tracker, is innocent and runs away hoping it will lead him to his father. He discovers that a bounty hunter and some actors are searching for his father, too, because they believe he has stolen a fortune in diamonds. For seventy-five cents a night and the sound of applause Jake plays the role of William Tell's son. Bravely standing tall while apples are shot from the top of his head. As Jake gets closer to finding his father he begins to make friends and to understand Jim Ugly. Maybe the smart, loyal dog deserves a better name. Sometimes funny, sometimes sad, this wild west mystery is exciting from start to finish.Dead Is Just a Dream
By Marlene Perez. 2013
The people of Nightshade, California, are dying in their sleep, and fifteen-year-old paranormal warrior Jessica Walsh is determined to find…
the killer . . . or killers. Justice isn't the only thing on Jessica's mind, however. Some days she's not sure which is worse--having a creepy clown lurking outside her window or having her rock star boyfriend's hot ex-girlfriend drop by for a surprise visit. Could the ex be behind the dastardly doings in town? Or could the disturbing works of a strange painter somehow at the heart of the mystery? Jessica is losing sleep--but she's got to figure out what's going on before the night terrors strike again.Racso and the Rats of NIMH
By Jane Leslie Conly. 1986
"Racso, a brash and boastful little rodent, is making his way to Thorn Valley, determined to learn how to read…
and write and become a hero. His bragging and lies get him off to a bad start, but a crisis gives him the opportunity to prove his mettle. . . ".--Booklist. IRA/CBC Children's Choice; Booklist Children's Editors' Choice. Copyright © Libri GmbH. All rights reserved.Lamb to the Slaughter
By Roald Dahl. 1995
Hamster Princess y las doce princesas ratonas bailongas
By Ursula Vernon. 2016
¡La protagonista más peluda sigue sus aventuras! ALERTA ROEDORA Como HAMSTER PRINCESS, me complace informaros de que: 1. Las princesas…
no necesitan un caballero peludo que las salve. --> ¡Yo puedo salvarme sola! 2. Las maldiciones de las brujas CASI siempre tienen su parte positiva. --> En mi caso, ¡soy invencible hasta que cumpla doce años! 3. En mi reino, las aventuras están aseguradas. --> ¿Te atreves a acompañarme?La Kitty persegueix un misteri (=^La Kitty^= #Volumen)
By Paula Harrison. 2020
Nena de dia. Gata de nit.Sempre a punt per l'aventura. Una nova sèrie dels editors de «La Isadora Moon». La…
Kitty pot parlar amb els animals i té superpoders felins, però... estarà llesta per ser una superheroïna com la seva mare? A La Kitty persegueix un misteri...Aquesta vegada la Kitty no investiga sola perquè ha conegut l'Ozzy, un nou amic que té poders d'òliba! Junts viuran una aventura nocturna i perseguiran un misteriós gosset que és... bé, una mica trasto! És evident que són més forts quan combinen els seus poders, però aconseguiran enxampar-lo? Uneix-te a la Kitty i a la seva colla de gats per viure aventures fascinants sota la llum de la lluna!Kitty persigue un misterio (=^Kitty^= #Volumen)
By Paula Harrison. 2020
Niña de día. Gata de noche.¡Siempre lista para la aventura! Una nueva serie de los editores de «Isadora Moon». Kitty…
puede hablar con los animales y tiene superpoderes felinos, pero... ¿estará lista para ser una superheroína como su madre? En Kitty persigue un misterio...Esta vez Kitty no investiga sola... Ha conocido a Ozzy, un nuevo amigo con poderes de lechuza. Juntos se embarcarán en una aventura nocturna persiguiendo a un misterioso perro, ¡que es bastante travieso! Está claro que combinando sus poderes son más fuertes, pero... ¿conseguirán alcanzarlo?Um Presente Nada Fácil
By Francois Keyser. 2020
Uma história agradável com o propósito de destacar um aspecto interessante dos dragões-de-Komodo, eles possuem um dente especial. Uma história divertida…
e educativa para os pequenos leitores. Foi escrita como parte de uma série de livros que destaca características únicas em diferentes animais.The Midnight War Of Mateo Martinez
By Robin Yardi. 2016
Life is confusing for Mateo Martinez. He and Johnny Ramirez don't hang out anymore, even though they used to be…
best friends. He and his new friend Ashwin try to act like brave, old-time knights, but it only gets them in trouble. And last night, two skunks stole Mateo's old trike. Wait--two skunks stole his trike? Mateo is too big for that rusty kid toy. He has a cool, shiny new bike anyway. But Mateo also has a neighborhood to protect. And he's about to begin a big, stinky quest to catch the thieves in the middle of the night! As Mateo protects his neighborhood, he also learns a few things about growing up and letting go.It's a Dog's Life (Hank the Cowdog Series, #3)
By John R. Erickson. 1984
The Jagged Circle (Jockey Girl #2)
By Shelley Peterson. 2020
A spine-tingling adventure with as many twists and turns as a steeplechase course. “The Jagged Circle is full of suspense…
and a perfect book for horse lovers.” — Amber Marshall, equestrian and star of CBC's Heartland It’s spring break and Evangeline Gibb is bored, stuck at her Gran Mary’s farm mucking stalls while her friends are away on vacation. She decides to spend the time training her horse, Kazzam, to ride cross-country to compete in the March Madness Steeplechase. But everything changes when Evie takes Kazzam for a gallop through the woods and makes a grisly discovery. In a hoof-pounding race against time, Evie and her heroic horse team up to solve a mystery that involves, murder and deception, her troubled stepsister, a circle of runaway teen girls, and long-hidden truths about her family.