John McDonough
Author
Series
Freddy the pig volume 12
Language
English
Description
Published over a 40 year period, the 26 classic books about Freddy the Pig have delighted five generations of children, and they are now going on to delight a sixth generation. When J.J. Pomeroy, the robin, almost pulled off Freddy's tail, thinking it was a worm, Freddy decided to transform the robin into a popinjay. This starts a series of transformations-some of which may be a big mistake.
Author
Language
English
Description
Follows Abraham Lincoln from his early frontier days through his turbulent years in the White House. Roused to action by the Kansas-Nebraska Act of 1854, Lincoln joins the fledgling Republican Party. Running for U.S. Senate in 1858, he challenges Illinois Senator Stephen Douglas to a series of debates. Although Lincoln loses the race, his verbal jousts with Douglas give him the national attention necessary for a run at the White House. And in a four-way...
84) The silent gift
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
When her husband leaves her for someone whose time isn't wrapped up in a silent, handicapped kid, Mary and little Jack are out on their own in a world that has no room for the poor and disabled. But then arrives The Gift...
85) Freddy the pilot
Author
Series
Freddy the pig volume 19
Lexile measure
740L
Language
English
Description
Freddy the pig and his animal friends take to the air to save Mr. Boomschmidt's Stupendous and Unexcelled Circus from the evil schemes of Watson P. Condiment, the comic book tycoon.
86) The cod's tale
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.3 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
1050L
Language
English
Description
Describes the Atlantic cod fish and how it has been fished throughout history to near extinction.
Author
Series
Mitford years volume 1
Accelerated Reader
IL: UG - BL: 5.6 - AR Pts: 23
Lexile measure
920L
Language
English
Description
It's easy to feel at home in Mitford, North Carolina. In these high, green hills, the air is pure, the village is charming, and the people are friendly. Yet, Father Tim, the bachelor rector, wants something more. Enter a dog the size of a sofa who moves in and won't go away. Add an attractive neighbor who begins wearing a path through the hedge. Now, stir in a lovable but unloved boy, a mystifying jewel theft, and a secret that's sixty years old....
Author
Language
English
Description
"Through vivid stories and case histories of patients--both adults and children ... [the authors] explore the varied forms ADHD takes, from hyperactivity to daydreaming. They dispel common myths, offer practical coping tools, and give a thorough accounting of all treatment options as well as tips for helping a diagnosed child, partner, or family member. But most importantly, they focus on the positives that can come with this "disorder"--including...
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
Best-selling co-author of the Left Behind series Tim LaHaye collaborates with novelist and scriptwriter Gregory S. Dinallo to craft an inspiring portrayal of friendship and forgiveness. Despite the Great Depression's dampening effects, the friendly citizens of Newbury, a small New England hamlet, believe better days are near. And gifted photographer Dylan Cooper believes the town's quaint charm and snowy surroundings will provide the perfect setting...
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2003]
Language
English
Description
It's Christmas time in Mitford, and Father Tim is eager to celebrate with his loved ones. After chancing upon a dilapidated Nativity scene, he is inspired to refurbish it in order to delight his wife. Being primarily used to working with his mind rather than his hands, the project is a wonderful challenge for Father Tim.
Author
Language
English
Formats
Description
Mozart's beloved comic romp, reprinted from a late (C. F. Peters, 1941) but beautifully engraved and highly regarded edition, which preserves Mozart's autograph manuscript and early translations of the libretto and includes passages that are often cut in other editions.
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2009]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.3 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
720L
Language
English
Description
Although he would rather be sipping an ice cream soda, Mr. Putter and his cat Tabby attend a cooking class with Mrs. Teaberry and her dog Zeke, where they learn 100 ways to cook beans.
100) The wizard of Oz
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.1 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
AD 460L
Language
English
Description
A stunningly beautiful clothbound hardback edition of one of the most famous magical journeys in the world.Follow the yellow brick road!Dorothy thinks she is lost forever when a terrifying tornado crashes through Kansas and whisks her and her dog, Toto, far away to the magical land of Oz. To get home Dorothy must follow the yellow brick road to Emerald City and find the wonderfully mysterious Wizard of Oz. Together with her companions the Tin Woodman,...