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A lively, behind-the-scenes look at just what it takes to keep a zoo running, perfect for sharing with the youngest zoo-goers.The zoo is a very busy place! From early in the morning until evening comes, a lot goes on to keep the animals safe and comfortable. There are kitchens where people prepare the special diets the animals need. And there are nurseries where zoo keepers raise baby animals until they are big enough to go to their exhibit areas."Before the zoo opens each day a small army of keepers, vendors, and maintenance workers perform the daily tasks of cleaning and setting up. Then the crowds flock in The busy pictures are filled with details and action. The writing is crisp, clear, and informative." (School Library Journal)Outstanding Science Trade Books for Children (NSTA/CBC)

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The men of the Bastion Club proved their bravery secretly fighting for their country. Now their leader faces that most dangerous mission of all: finding a bride. As the mysterious leader of the Bastion Club known as 'Dalziel', Royce Varisey, tenth Duke of Wolverstone, served his country for decades, facing dangers untold. But as the holder of one of England's most august noble titles, he must now take on that gravest duty of all: marriage. Yet the young ladies the grand dames would have him consider are predictably boring. Far more tempting is his castle's wilful and determinedly aloof chatelaine, Minerva Chesterton. Beneath her serene facade lies a woman of smoldering sensuality, one who will fill his days with comfort and his nights with sheer pleasure. Determined to claim her, he embarks on a seduction to prove his mastery over every inch of her body...and every piece of her heart.

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A sexy new repackaging of the extremely popular anthology of vampire erotica, edited by acclaimed author Poppy Z. Brite. The classic horror tale is about fear. But in the last few years a new literature of the macabre has arisen, one that goes deeper than horror, beyond fear, to explore our darkest, most intimate hungers. The ones even lovers are forbidden to share. Acclaimed dark fantasy author Poppy Z. Brite has brought together this genre's most powerful and seductive authors in an original collection of vampiric erotica, a shameless celebration of unspeakable intimacies. It is not for everyone. But neither is the night.

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Here's the deal. You are in the biggest, most important growth spurt of your life. This is the most critical time for you to learn to eat right and treat your body with the respect -- and the nutrition -- it deserves. --from The Diet for Teenagers Only Teenage girls face a relentless assault on their self-esteem: television, the Internet, and magazines all barrage young women with images of perfection -- and that perfection is closely linked with being thin. Sadly, research shows that only 14 percent of teenage girls are happy with their body shape and size. More than half of them think they should lose weight. And most shocking of all, obesity among teenagers has tripled in the last decade alone. Young people are victims not only of poor self-esteem and eating disorders, but also of larger health issues. In The Diet for Teenagers Only , Carrie Wiatt and Barbara Schroeder give teenagers the dietary weapons they need to fight back and make smart, independent decisions about nutrition. Written in a conversational, lighthearted voice, but filled with practical tips and must-have information, The Diet for Teenagers Only is a breakthrough diet plan specifically tailored to fit teenage needs and lifestyles. Among the essential ingredients of this diet you'll find: color cutouts of favorite foods that clarify what portion sizes should look like; recommended 7-day meal plans for different calorie needs -- and create-your-own-menu options; easy-to-follow recipes and grocery shopping tips that inspire teenagers to take nutrition into their own hands; a complete illustrated exercise program to complement weight-loss efforts, boost energy, and strengthen young bodies; and a personal food diary for charting daily progress. For teenagers who struggle with food and their weight, or for those who simply want a head start on designing a smart and satisfying food lifestyle, no other diet book will do. The Diet for Teenagers Only serves up fun, safe, and inspirational ways for teenagers to lose weight and be healthy, while never losing sight of the larger picture: While striving to improve your body can be a very healthy goal, learning to love your body is a far more important achievement -- and one that will last a lifetime!

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This is a new chilling page-turner from the best-selling author of "Jurassic Park" and "Prey".

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Read and find out about electricity in this colorfully illustrated nonfiction picture book.It seems like magic! It's not—it's electricity. But how does a light actually work In this clear and simple book learn all about electricity, how it's produced, and how it can be used.At the end you'll learn how to conduct safe, fun experiments that will let you generate electricity yourself!This is a clear and appealing science book for early elementary age kids, both at home and in the classroom. It's a Level 2 Let's-Read-and-Find-Out, which means the book explores more challenging concepts for children in the primary grades. The 100+ titles in this leading nonfiction series are: hands-on and visual acclaimed and trusted great for classrooms Top 10 reasons to love LRFOs: Entertain and educate at the same time Have appealing, child-centered topics Developmentally appropriate for emerging readers Focused; answering questions instead of using survey approach Employ engaging picture book quality illustrations Use simple charts and graphics to improve visual literacy skills Feature hands-on activities to engage young scientists Meet national science education standards Written/illustrated by award-winning authors/illustrators & vetted by an expert in the field Over 130 titles in print, meeting a wide range of kids' scientific interests Books in this series support the Common Core Learning Standards, Next Generation Science Standards, and the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) standards. Let's-Read-and-Find-Out is the winner of the American Association for the Advancement of Science/Subaru Science Books & Films Prize for Outstanding Science Series.

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With her characteristically sprightly words and pictures, Aliki brings Shakespeare's life, times, and legacy to life in this highly acclaimed information-packed treasury that is truly for readers of all ages. This nonfiction picture book is an excellent choice to share during homeschooling, in particular for children ages 6 to 8. It’s a fun way to learn to read and as a supplement for activity books for childrenFrom Hamlet to Romeo and Juliet to A Midsummer Night's Dream, Shakespeare's celebrated works have touched people around the world. Aliki combines literature, history, biography, archaeology, and architecture in this richly detailed and meticulously researched introduction to Shakespeare's world-his life in Elizabethan times, the theater world, and the Globe, for which he wrote his plays. Then she brings history full circle to the present-day reconstruction of the Globe theater. .

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Entrepreneurial baking queen Kim Ima invites you to climb aboard her famous Treats Truck, 'Sugar', for an unforgettable tour of the world of cookies, cakes, pies, and all manner of scrumptious desserts. In The Treats Truck Baking Book, Kim shares dozens of mouthwatering recipes from the remarkable mobile bakery that has taken New York City by storm - while she tells the fascinating story of 'Sugar' her chicly retro, clean-burning repository of deliciousness. This beautifully full-color illustrated cookbook is a sweet treat for home bakers everywhere.

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The Lone Star Intrigue series follows three brothers in a small, east Texas town. All three are in law enforcement and their dangerous jobs bring them to tangle with women in jeopardy, in need of their protection...and their love. This bind-up of the first two books in the series, Texas Heat and Texas Pursuit, includes the story of: A woman framed for a felony and the police chief determined to prove her innocence and A single mother who meets the private eye determined to keep her safe. The bind up will conclude with the first chapter of the third book in the series, Texas Redemption, which will go on-sale Summer 2011.

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Can a human boy help save a baby polar bear? Paddling through the Arctic Ocean in their kayaks, Tigluk and his aka-his grandmother-spot a polar bear cub on a faraway ice floe. But he is all alone and has lost his mother...For decades, naturalist writer Jean Craighead George and acclaimed artist Wendell Minor have shared a deep appreciation for the natural world with young people. In The Last Polar Bear, they deftly weave an environmental message into a contemporary tale about survival and coexistence between humans and animals on our warming planet. The vivid, realistic paintings capture the beauty of the people, animals, and landscape of the Arctic world. Ages: 4 - 7

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When a Soviet super-sub falls into the hands of Muslim extremists, Commander T. Morgan Gray is brought in to man a fleet of experimental subs in an effort to destroy this new threat to peace. Original.

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This Halloween tale offers readers three issues of "Bart Simpson's Treehouse of Horror" comics along with suggestions for monster-proofing a bedroom and other amusing holiday-related tips. Original.

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A landmark discussion between two great thinkers--the second (combining volumes III and IV) of two volumes inquiring into the central issues of Friedrich Nietzsche's philosophy.

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Margaret Wise Brown, the New York Times bestselling author of the perennial classics Goodnight Moon and Runaway Bunny, asks children to think deeply about the importance of everyday objects, from apples to spoons. With lyrical words and vivid illustrations by Caldecott winner Leonard Weisgard, The Important Book shows children just how important everyday objects can be. What is the most important thing about a spoon The fact that you can eat with it What about an apple Or a shoe This book helps curious preschoolers notice important details about their everyday surroundings, like daisies are white, rain is wet, and a spoon is used for eating.For the important thing about The Important Book is that the book resonates long after it's closed. What's most important about many familiar things—like rain and wind, apples and daisies—is suggested in rhythmic words and vivid pictures. "A perfect book. The text establishes a word game which tiny children will accept with glee," said Kirkus.Chosen as a "Teachers' Top 100 Books for Children" by the American National Education Association."Rekindles the sense of wonder we were born with. True poetry about perceiving the world around us."— Mark Frauenfelder, BoingBoing magazine

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Recipes, ideas & inspiration for your PIE MAKER, AIR FRYER, SAUSAGE ROLL MAKER, WAFFLE MAKER, JAFFLE MAKER and TOASTED SANDWICH MAKER. Has there ever been a kitchen appliance that we've loved as much as the pie maker? It's taken our kitchens by storm. At the same time, our air fryers and sausage roll maker recipes are quickly gaining all-time favourite status, while the jaffle maker and waffle maker have been on our must-have rotation list for years. In Pie Maker & Co you'll find every recipe you need for all your favourite appliances. With 100 recipes covering both sweet and savoury, this is your go-to cookbook where every dish is as easy as... well... pie!Pie Maker & Co includes recipes for the: Pie maker Sausage roll maker Air fryer Jaffle maker Waffle maker From pie maker caramel custard filled doughnuts and pie maker chicken kiev patties, to cheesy maple bacon jaffles and dim sim sausage rolls, there are loads of great recipes to cook up for family and friends. Plus, there are tips on how to adapt a recipe for your appliance, nutritional information and reviews from home cooks just like you.

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In this latest cartoon compilation, Dilbert's canine sidekick, the Machiavellian Dogbert, presents a break-through management manual to help the bosses "stick it" to their employees.

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An exact facsimile of the hand-painted illuminated edition of the Book of Psalms done by James S. Freemantle, for his family, in the early part of this century.

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Read and find out about the amazing octopus in this colorfully illustrated nonfiction picture book.Where can you find 1,920 suction cups Under the ocean on a common octopus! That's 240 suction cups on each of its eight arms. And if an octopus loses an arm, it will eventually grow another one. Read and find out about the many other ways an octopus is amazing. "A charming introduction to the truly amazing octopus. Lauber's chatty, fact-filled text makes the book a good read-aloud, and Keller's amusing and colorful drawings enhance it—a perfect match of text and illustration." —School Library JournalThis is a clear and appealing science book for early elementary age kids, both at home and in the classroom.This is a Level 2 Let's-Read-and-Find-Out, which means the book explores more challenging concepts for children in the primary grades. The 100+ titles in this leading nonfiction series are: hands-on and visual acclaimed and trusted great for classrooms Top 10 reasons to love LRFOs: Entertain and educate at the same time Have appealing, child-centered topics Developmentally appropriate for emerging readers Focused; answering questions instead of using survey approach Employ engaging picture book quality illustrations Use simple charts and graphics to improve visual literacy skills Feature hands-on activities to engage young scientists Meet national science education standards Written/illustrated by award-winning authors/illustrators & vetted by an expert in the field Over 130 titles in print, meeting a wide range of kids' scientific interests Books in this series support the Common Core Learning Standards, Next Generation Science Standards, and the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) standards. Let's-Read-and-Find-Out is the winner of the American Association for the Advancement of Science/Subaru Science Books & Films Prize for Outstanding Science Series.

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Read and find out about fireflies in this colorfully illustrated nonfiction picture book.A warm and approachable introduction to the magical firefly. As a 5-star review puts it: "The best book around about fireflies. Wonderful story and lovely illustrations, a real keeper!""Clearly written text [tells of a young girl who] learns some interesting facts about fireflies from her grandfather. Alexander uses richly hued pastels for her illustrations of the young girl, her grandparents' farm, and the creatures of a summer night." (School Library Journal)This is a clear and appealing science book for early elementary age kids, both at home and in the classroom. It's a Level 1 Let's-Read-and-Find-Out, which means the book explores introductory concepts perfect for children in the primary grades. The 100+ titles in this leading nonfiction series are: hands-on and visual acclaimed and trusted great for classrooms Top 10 reasons to love LRFOs: Entertain and educate at the same time Have appealing, child-centered topics Developmentally appropriate for emerging readers Focused; answering questions instead of using survey approach Employ engaging picture book quality illustrations Use simple charts and graphics to improve visual literacy skills Feature hands-on activities to engage young scientists Meet national science education standards Written/illustrated by award-winning authors/illustrators & vetted by an expert in the field Over 130 titles in print, meeting a wide range of kids' scientific interests Books in this series support the Common Core Learning Standards, Next Generation Science Standards, and the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) standards. Let's-Read-and-Find-Out is the winner of the American Association for the Advancement of Science/Subaru Science Books & Films Prize for Outstanding Science Series.

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A young boy describes the favorite places that he shares with his family on his grandparents' farm and in the nearby countryside

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From the much-loved author of HATE IS SUCH A STRONG WORD 'smart, funny and relevant' - Melina Marchetta, bestselling author of LOOKING FOR ALIBRANDI, SAVING FRANCESCA and ON THE JELLICOE ROAD Five teenagers. Five lives. One final year. The school captain: Ryan has it all ...or at least he did, until an accident snatched his dreams away. How will he rebuild his life and what does the future hold for him now? The newcomer: Charlie's just moved interstate and she's determined not to fit in. She's just biding her time until Year 12 is over and she can head back to her real life and her real friends ...The loner: At school, nobody really notices Matty. But at home, Matty is everything. He's been single-handedly holding things together since his mum's breakdown, and he's never felt so alone. The popular girl: Well, the popular girl's best friend ...cool by association. Tammi's always bowed to peer pressure, but when the expectations become too much to handle, will she finally stand up f

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First time I saw Bix was at a baseball game. He was a shortstop, supreme. I didn''t want to start liking this flashy cracker with a momma in a high-style black dress. But Bix got me, baby. Next thing I knew, there I was, Jerome Foxworthy, doing hoops privately in the woods and getting my moves down, when Bix showed up. I taught him all I knew-- even though he wanted to play everything straight, not fake it. Because he had one game coming up where he''d need all the moves to put his life together again ...-- The Jayfox

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Turtles are among the oldest living creatures in the world. They have been on earth for nearly 200 million years! In Look Out for Turtles! readers will discover why these creatures have survived so long. Hard shells protect many turtles from harm. Colourful markings on their shells help some turtles to blend in with their surroundings. Different kinds of turtles can live almost anywhere on land or sea and can eat many kinds of plants and animals...Today turtles must struggle to. survive. They are hunted, and threatened by pollution. There is less and less open space for turtles to live in. If turtles are going to be around for another 200 million years, they are going to need our help!

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In recent years, the Hudson Valley has become a major center for local foods and agriculture, an East Coast version of the Napa Valley. An extension of that abundance, Laura Pensiero's bustling restaurant, Gigi Trattoria in Rhinebeck, New York, serves the best food around, and her year-round farmer's market, Gigi Market in Red Hook, New York, attracts both locals and visitors from New York City. A celebration of the food and people of the Hudson Valley-from artisans and farmers to local craftsmen-THE GIGI GOOD FOOD COOKBOOK shows how seasonal eating is possible even if you live in a true four-season climate. A risotto with striped radishes, peas, garlic chives, and Hudson Valley chevre, for instance, embodies spring, while in summer a risotto with zucchini, tomatoes, and basil rules. There's a gorgeous 8-page color insert for each season, to help emphasize this approach. While the cookbook focuses on eating healthfully, it will guide readers to a place where pleasure and health meet with 120 recipes such as: Apple Butter Harvest Pork Chops Peanut Beer-Battered Chicken Strips with Maple Peanut Sauce Baked Mac 'n' Cheese with Cauliflower and Peas Lasagna for Every Season Mr. Mink's Panzanella Salad with Fresh Herbs Strawberry-Stuffed French Toast Pensiero shows that focusing on fresh, seasonal, cleanly cultivated food puts you on a positive-and lasting-path toward health and happiness. So whether you're a part of the growing movement that embraces local eating and creating a sustainable lifestyle or just a lover of fine food, this cookbook will help you live the rhythm of the changing seasons and connect to the people you love over a shared meal.

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Leviathan—the world's largest Typhoon-type vessel, a subcarrier equipped with the most advanced twenty-first-century laser technology and the ultimate weapon—a fast, agile fleet of SFV-4B Barracudas, the undersea version of the world's hottest new fighter plane.The ultimate undersea challengeFresh from bloody battle off the coast of Cuba, Leviathan rides out to meet trouble at its source—Alexandria. There the formidable Islamic navy and its allies gather, sailing through the Strait of Gibraltar to block South American oil supplies and bring America to its knees.Challenged by the Teigei, a Japanese supersub whose superior technology matches Leviathan's, Commander T. Morgan Gray, ace Navy pilot, must lead his intrepid men into a chilling undersea battle—one where only their daring, skill, and courage can snatch victory from the jaws of death and devastating final defeat.

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A landmark discussion between two great thinkers, vital to an understanding of twentieth-century philosophy and intellectual history.

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While visiting the fishing lodge on Minnesota's Pine Lake where she spent many happy summers, Willa Mitterhauser is reunited with childhood love, Christian Foster, and she wonders if she has finally found true love. Original.

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This text contains the entire 50th and the bestof the previous 49 issues of the Simpsons fan, including Simpsons family stories, an itchy and scratchy story, and a Krusty the clown story.

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