Author: Rebecca Johnson
Publisher: The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
ISBN: 1477755446
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 26
Book Description
Readers will follow Sophie the silkworm as she spins the story of her magnificent metamorphosis. Sophie’s character is at once whimsical and relatable, sparking readers’ interest about her life cycle and role in her ecosystem. Information-rich text and accessible language introduce readers to a silkworm’s life stages, as corresponding photographs help readers visualize the process. Readers will delight in Sophie’s story of trying to prove how important her silk really is, while learning important facts about a silkworm’s habitat, anatomy, and uses. This volume supports elementary life science curricula in a fun and fascinating way.
Sophie the Silkworm
Author: Rebecca Johnson
Publisher: The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
ISBN: 1477755446
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 26
Book Description
Readers will follow Sophie the silkworm as she spins the story of her magnificent metamorphosis. Sophie’s character is at once whimsical and relatable, sparking readers’ interest about her life cycle and role in her ecosystem. Information-rich text and accessible language introduce readers to a silkworm’s life stages, as corresponding photographs help readers visualize the process. Readers will delight in Sophie’s story of trying to prove how important her silk really is, while learning important facts about a silkworm’s habitat, anatomy, and uses. This volume supports elementary life science curricula in a fun and fascinating way.
Publisher: The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
ISBN: 1477755446
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 26
Book Description
Readers will follow Sophie the silkworm as she spins the story of her magnificent metamorphosis. Sophie’s character is at once whimsical and relatable, sparking readers’ interest about her life cycle and role in her ecosystem. Information-rich text and accessible language introduce readers to a silkworm’s life stages, as corresponding photographs help readers visualize the process. Readers will delight in Sophie’s story of trying to prove how important her silk really is, while learning important facts about a silkworm’s habitat, anatomy, and uses. This volume supports elementary life science curricula in a fun and fascinating way.
Mia the Mosquito's Book of Dirty Tricks
Author: Rebecca Johnson
Publisher: The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
ISBN: 1477756175
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 26
Book Description
What’s that buzzing by? It’s Mia the mosquito, and she’s about to take readers along on the mosquito metamorphosis from egg to a full-grown flyer. Readers will follow Mia as she gives tips and tricks to young mosquitos as they start life in the water, grow from a larva to a pupa, and finally emerge as a long-legged mosquito. This book introduces readers to the concept of life cycles and ecosystems through engaging, age-appropriate text. Even the most reluctant readers will be hooked by the brilliant images, funny tricks, and easy-to-read diagram. Mia’s story of growth and transformation invites readers to deepen their understanding of life science topics while learning fun facts about this pesky pest.
Publisher: The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
ISBN: 1477756175
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 26
Book Description
What’s that buzzing by? It’s Mia the mosquito, and she’s about to take readers along on the mosquito metamorphosis from egg to a full-grown flyer. Readers will follow Mia as she gives tips and tricks to young mosquitos as they start life in the water, grow from a larva to a pupa, and finally emerge as a long-legged mosquito. This book introduces readers to the concept of life cycles and ecosystems through engaging, age-appropriate text. Even the most reluctant readers will be hooked by the brilliant images, funny tricks, and easy-to-read diagram. Mia’s story of growth and transformation invites readers to deepen their understanding of life science topics while learning fun facts about this pesky pest.
Red Butterfly
Author: Deborah Noyes
Publisher: Candlewick Press
ISBN: 1536221007
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 32
Book Description
An enchanting tale of hidden beauty and fierce courage, retold in the style of T’ang Dynasty poetry and illustrated with charm and grace A young Chinese princess is sent from her father’s kingdom to marry the king of a far-off land. She must leave behind her home of splendors: sour plums and pink peach petals and -- most precious and secret of all -- the small silkworm. She begs her father to let her stay, but he insists that she go and fulfill her destiny as the queen of Khotan. Beautifully told and arrestingly illustrated, here is a coming-of-age tale of a brave young princess whose clever plan will go on to live in legend -- and will ensure that her cherished home is with her always.
Publisher: Candlewick Press
ISBN: 1536221007
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 32
Book Description
An enchanting tale of hidden beauty and fierce courage, retold in the style of T’ang Dynasty poetry and illustrated with charm and grace A young Chinese princess is sent from her father’s kingdom to marry the king of a far-off land. She must leave behind her home of splendors: sour plums and pink peach petals and -- most precious and secret of all -- the small silkworm. She begs her father to let her stay, but he insists that she go and fulfill her destiny as the queen of Khotan. Beautifully told and arrestingly illustrated, here is a coming-of-age tale of a brave young princess whose clever plan will go on to live in legend -- and will ensure that her cherished home is with her always.
Danny the Dung Beetle
Author: Rebecca Johnson
Publisher: The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
ISBN: 1477756132
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 26
Book Description
What’s that smell? It’s Danny the dung beetle rolling by with today’s meal. Readers will delight in this fact-based story that follows Danny and his beetle friends as they prove just how important their role in the ecosystem really is. Bright visuals illustrate the story, while an engaging narrative hooks even the most reluctant reader. Readers will learn how dung beetles live, what they eat, and which animals rely on them. The whimsical story makes learning facts about dung beetles relatable and fun. The high-interest approach supplements elementary life science curricula in a fun, dynamic way.
Publisher: The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
ISBN: 1477756132
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 26
Book Description
What’s that smell? It’s Danny the dung beetle rolling by with today’s meal. Readers will delight in this fact-based story that follows Danny and his beetle friends as they prove just how important their role in the ecosystem really is. Bright visuals illustrate the story, while an engaging narrative hooks even the most reluctant reader. Readers will learn how dung beetles live, what they eat, and which animals rely on them. The whimsical story makes learning facts about dung beetles relatable and fun. The high-interest approach supplements elementary life science curricula in a fun, dynamic way.
The Cormoran Strike Novels, Books 1–4
Author: Robert Galbraith
Publisher: Mulholland Books
ISBN: 0316263826
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 2847
Book Description
The first four novels in Robert Galbraith's "wonderfully entertaining" series (Harlan Coben) featuring the private detective Cormoran Strike and his assistant Robin Ellacott. This omnibus set includes the novels The Cuckoo's Calling, The Silkworm, Career of Evil, and Lethal White. Each of these novels is compulsively readable, with twists at every turn. You may think you know detectives, but you’ve never met one quite like Strike. "Rowling’s wizardry as a writer is on abundant display...This is a crime series deeply rooted in the real world, where brutality and ugliness are leavened by the oh-so-human flaws and virtues of Galbraith’s irresistible hero and heroine." --USA Today
Publisher: Mulholland Books
ISBN: 0316263826
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 2847
Book Description
The first four novels in Robert Galbraith's "wonderfully entertaining" series (Harlan Coben) featuring the private detective Cormoran Strike and his assistant Robin Ellacott. This omnibus set includes the novels The Cuckoo's Calling, The Silkworm, Career of Evil, and Lethal White. Each of these novels is compulsively readable, with twists at every turn. You may think you know detectives, but you’ve never met one quite like Strike. "Rowling’s wizardry as a writer is on abundant display...This is a crime series deeply rooted in the real world, where brutality and ugliness are leavened by the oh-so-human flaws and virtues of Galbraith’s irresistible hero and heroine." --USA Today
Wedding Magic
Author: Patricia Coughlin
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1101517573
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 271
Book Description
A woman with a dream of romance-and some sparkling summer magic. Incurably romantic dressmaker Sophie Bennet finds her attention divided between the handsome single father of a young bride-to-be, and the mystical appearance of a ghost-bride with a haunting message.
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1101517573
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 271
Book Description
A woman with a dream of romance-and some sparkling summer magic. Incurably romantic dressmaker Sophie Bennet finds her attention divided between the handsome single father of a young bride-to-be, and the mystical appearance of a ghost-bride with a haunting message.
The Little Balloonist
Author: Linda Donn
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1440627355
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 163
Book Description
A soaring love story set in Napoleonic France This irresistible literary debut novel was inspired by the life of Sophie Blanchard, one of the first women to fly. In Paris, a young widow inherits her late husband’s considerable debts, as well as his celebrated hydrogen balloon. Drawn by the allure of flight despite its dangers, Sophie takes to the skies with a boldness that wins her fame throughout the country. Along with her new celebrity, Sophie wins the love of two very different men: one, her faithful childhood friend Andre Giroux, and the other a brash young Napoleon Bonaparte, soon to be emperor of France. Beautifully written and enriched with seven historical etchings, The Little Balloonist distills themes of love, freedom, and loyalty into a powerful tale that brings to mind bestselling historical fiction like Silk by Allessandro Baricco and I Was Amelia Earhart by Jane Mendelsohn. BACKCOVER: “Exquisite and beautiful . . . It will break your heart and take your breath away.” —National Book Award–winning author Lily Tuck “Delightful. . . . Glimpses of the history of primitive flight, tales of high romance and juicy anecdotes about Napoleon make this sweet novel soar. . . . Charming and smart—singularly high-spirited historical fiction.” —Kirkus Reviews “Whimsical . . . as pretty and slight as its heroine.” —Publishers Weekly
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1440627355
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 163
Book Description
A soaring love story set in Napoleonic France This irresistible literary debut novel was inspired by the life of Sophie Blanchard, one of the first women to fly. In Paris, a young widow inherits her late husband’s considerable debts, as well as his celebrated hydrogen balloon. Drawn by the allure of flight despite its dangers, Sophie takes to the skies with a boldness that wins her fame throughout the country. Along with her new celebrity, Sophie wins the love of two very different men: one, her faithful childhood friend Andre Giroux, and the other a brash young Napoleon Bonaparte, soon to be emperor of France. Beautifully written and enriched with seven historical etchings, The Little Balloonist distills themes of love, freedom, and loyalty into a powerful tale that brings to mind bestselling historical fiction like Silk by Allessandro Baricco and I Was Amelia Earhart by Jane Mendelsohn. BACKCOVER: “Exquisite and beautiful . . . It will break your heart and take your breath away.” —National Book Award–winning author Lily Tuck “Delightful. . . . Glimpses of the history of primitive flight, tales of high romance and juicy anecdotes about Napoleon make this sweet novel soar. . . . Charming and smart—singularly high-spirited historical fiction.” —Kirkus Reviews “Whimsical . . . as pretty and slight as its heroine.” —Publishers Weekly
Sustainable Wardrobe
Author: Sophie Benson
Publisher: White Lion Publishing
ISBN: 0711262381
Category : House & Home
Languages : en
Pages : 162
Book Description
Sustainable Wardrobe gives you everything you need to cultivate a more sustainable, ethical and planet-friendly wardrobe that is still easy, accessible and affordable! Statistics show that how we are consuming, maintaining and discarding our clothing is having a devastating effect on the planet. There are problems with every part of the cycle and they won't be fixed overnight. So what can we actually do to make a difference? The answer is that if we all take small steps to improve our habits, it would collectively result in a big change, and this book teaches us exactly how to do this! Sophie Benson, a journalist specialising in sustainable fashion, will guide you through – breaking down the issues and explaining how we can mitigate them at home: from the clothes we purchase, to the way we care for them, to how we dispose of them. With easy tutorials to follow (how to read a label and have a conscious closet clear out, upcycling hacks, how to darn socks and how to care for your jeans), Sophie will show you that small changes in habit can result in a more sustainable, eco-friendly wardrobe without breaking the bank.
Publisher: White Lion Publishing
ISBN: 0711262381
Category : House & Home
Languages : en
Pages : 162
Book Description
Sustainable Wardrobe gives you everything you need to cultivate a more sustainable, ethical and planet-friendly wardrobe that is still easy, accessible and affordable! Statistics show that how we are consuming, maintaining and discarding our clothing is having a devastating effect on the planet. There are problems with every part of the cycle and they won't be fixed overnight. So what can we actually do to make a difference? The answer is that if we all take small steps to improve our habits, it would collectively result in a big change, and this book teaches us exactly how to do this! Sophie Benson, a journalist specialising in sustainable fashion, will guide you through – breaking down the issues and explaining how we can mitigate them at home: from the clothes we purchase, to the way we care for them, to how we dispose of them. With easy tutorials to follow (how to read a label and have a conscious closet clear out, upcycling hacks, how to darn socks and how to care for your jeans), Sophie will show you that small changes in habit can result in a more sustainable, eco-friendly wardrobe without breaking the bank.
The Wonders of Plant Life Under the Microscope
Author: Sophie McIlvaine Bledsoe Herrick
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Botany
Languages : en
Pages : 266
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Botany
Languages : en
Pages : 266
Book Description
Great Singers, First Series
Author: George T. Ferris
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 141
Book Description
"Great Singers, First Series" by George T. Ferris. Published by Good Press. Good Press publishes a wide range of titles that encompasses every genre. From well-known classics & literary fiction and non-fiction to forgotten−or yet undiscovered gems−of world literature, we issue the books that need to be read. Each Good Press edition has been meticulously edited and formatted to boost readability for all e-readers and devices. Our goal is to produce eBooks that are user-friendly and accessible to everyone in a high-quality digital format.
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 141
Book Description
"Great Singers, First Series" by George T. Ferris. Published by Good Press. Good Press publishes a wide range of titles that encompasses every genre. From well-known classics & literary fiction and non-fiction to forgotten−or yet undiscovered gems−of world literature, we issue the books that need to be read. Each Good Press edition has been meticulously edited and formatted to boost readability for all e-readers and devices. Our goal is to produce eBooks that are user-friendly and accessible to everyone in a high-quality digital format.