Author: Larry Scott
Publisher: FriesenPress
ISBN: 1525557777
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 254
Book Description
When Stanley inherits a Victorian era house from his late grandmother in Victoria, British Columbia, the only way he can afford to keep it is to rent out rooms—a task for which he is woefully unprepared. His salvation and his burden is that Mary Alice, a take-charge matron from next door, is inclined to manage both the house, named Shady Shingles, and Stanley’s life. Not to be underestimated in this ménage a trois is Captain, a long-lived parrot. For the humans in the story, Captain is a silent partner who hears everything but says nothing aloud. Readers, meanwhile, are privy to Captain’s unspoken thoughts, which cut to the chase with amusing bluntness. This trinity of odd characters reacts with the various clients who come to inhabit Shady Shingles—a serious history major, a steely German, a glib used-car salesman, and a same-gender couple with a knack for upsetting the status quo. The result is a humour-filled story that combines pathos and the absurd, sprinkled liberally with observations about the human condition as Stanley confronts some of the grim realities of life that we all must face.
The Duckling House
Author: Larry Scott
Publisher: FriesenPress
ISBN: 1525557777
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 254
Book Description
When Stanley inherits a Victorian era house from his late grandmother in Victoria, British Columbia, the only way he can afford to keep it is to rent out rooms—a task for which he is woefully unprepared. His salvation and his burden is that Mary Alice, a take-charge matron from next door, is inclined to manage both the house, named Shady Shingles, and Stanley’s life. Not to be underestimated in this ménage a trois is Captain, a long-lived parrot. For the humans in the story, Captain is a silent partner who hears everything but says nothing aloud. Readers, meanwhile, are privy to Captain’s unspoken thoughts, which cut to the chase with amusing bluntness. This trinity of odd characters reacts with the various clients who come to inhabit Shady Shingles—a serious history major, a steely German, a glib used-car salesman, and a same-gender couple with a knack for upsetting the status quo. The result is a humour-filled story that combines pathos and the absurd, sprinkled liberally with observations about the human condition as Stanley confronts some of the grim realities of life that we all must face.
Publisher: FriesenPress
ISBN: 1525557777
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 254
Book Description
When Stanley inherits a Victorian era house from his late grandmother in Victoria, British Columbia, the only way he can afford to keep it is to rent out rooms—a task for which he is woefully unprepared. His salvation and his burden is that Mary Alice, a take-charge matron from next door, is inclined to manage both the house, named Shady Shingles, and Stanley’s life. Not to be underestimated in this ménage a trois is Captain, a long-lived parrot. For the humans in the story, Captain is a silent partner who hears everything but says nothing aloud. Readers, meanwhile, are privy to Captain’s unspoken thoughts, which cut to the chase with amusing bluntness. This trinity of odd characters reacts with the various clients who come to inhabit Shady Shingles—a serious history major, a steely German, a glib used-car salesman, and a same-gender couple with a knack for upsetting the status quo. The result is a humour-filled story that combines pathos and the absurd, sprinkled liberally with observations about the human condition as Stanley confronts some of the grim realities of life that we all must face.
Make Way for Ducklings
Author: Robert McCloskey
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 110165483X
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 72
Book Description
"Robert McCloskey's unusual and stunning pictures have long been a delight for their fun as well as their spirit of place."—The Horn Book Mrs. Mallard was sure that the pond in the Boston Public Gardens would be a perfect place for her and her eight ducklings to live. The problem was how to get them there through the busy streets of Boston. But with a little help from the Boston police, Mrs. Mallard and Jack, Kack, Lack, Nack, Ouack, Pack, and Quack arive safely at their new home. This brilliantly illustrated, amusingly observed tale of Mallards on the move has won the hearts of generations of readers. Awarded the Caldecott Medal for the most distinguished American picture book for children in 1941, it has since become a favorite of millions. This classic tale of the famous Mallard ducks of Boston is available for the first time in a full-sized paperback edition. Make Way for Ducklings has been described as "one of the merriest picture books ever" (The New York Times). Ideal for reading aloud, this book deserves a place of honor on every child's bookshelf. "This delightful picture book captures the humor and beauty of one special duckling family. ... McClosky's illustrations are brilliant and filled with humor. The details of the ducklings, along with the popular sights of Boston, come across wonderfully. The image of the entire family proudly walking in line is a classic."—The Barnes & Noble Review "The quaint story of the mallard family's search for the perfect place to hatch ducklings. ... For more than fifty years kids have been entertained by this warm and wonderful story."—Children's Literature
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 110165483X
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 72
Book Description
"Robert McCloskey's unusual and stunning pictures have long been a delight for their fun as well as their spirit of place."—The Horn Book Mrs. Mallard was sure that the pond in the Boston Public Gardens would be a perfect place for her and her eight ducklings to live. The problem was how to get them there through the busy streets of Boston. But with a little help from the Boston police, Mrs. Mallard and Jack, Kack, Lack, Nack, Ouack, Pack, and Quack arive safely at their new home. This brilliantly illustrated, amusingly observed tale of Mallards on the move has won the hearts of generations of readers. Awarded the Caldecott Medal for the most distinguished American picture book for children in 1941, it has since become a favorite of millions. This classic tale of the famous Mallard ducks of Boston is available for the first time in a full-sized paperback edition. Make Way for Ducklings has been described as "one of the merriest picture books ever" (The New York Times). Ideal for reading aloud, this book deserves a place of honor on every child's bookshelf. "This delightful picture book captures the humor and beauty of one special duckling family. ... McClosky's illustrations are brilliant and filled with humor. The details of the ducklings, along with the popular sights of Boston, come across wonderfully. The image of the entire family proudly walking in line is a classic."—The Barnes & Noble Review "The quaint story of the mallard family's search for the perfect place to hatch ducklings. ... For more than fifty years kids have been entertained by this warm and wonderful story."—Children's Literature
The Ugly Duckling
Author: Hans Christian Andersen
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Animals
Languages : en
Pages : 52
Book Description
An ugly duckling spends an unhappy year ostracized by the other animals before he grows into a beautiful swan.
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Animals
Languages : en
Pages : 52
Book Description
An ugly duckling spends an unhappy year ostracized by the other animals before he grows into a beautiful swan.
The Ugly Duckling
Author: Diane Namm
Publisher: Silver Penny Stories
ISBN: 9781402784378
Category : Children's stories
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
An ugly duckling spends an unhappy year excluded by the other animals before he grows into a beautiful swan.
Publisher: Silver Penny Stories
ISBN: 9781402784378
Category : Children's stories
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
An ugly duckling spends an unhappy year excluded by the other animals before he grows into a beautiful swan.
Fresh Eggs Daily
Author: Lisa Steele
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780985562250
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
More than ever, Americans care about the quality and safety of the food they eat. They're bringing back an American tradition: raising their own backyard chickens for eggs and companionship. And they care about the quality of life of their chickens. Fresh Eggs Daily is an authoritative, accessible guide to coops, nesting boxes, runs, breeding, feed, and natural health care with time-tested remedies. The author promotes the benefits of keeping chickens happy and well-occupied, and in optimal health, free of chemicals and antibiotics. She emphasizes the therapeutic value of herbs and natural supplements to maintaining a healthy environment for your chickens. Includes many "recipes" and 8 easy DIY projects for the coop and run. Full color photos throughout. The USDA's new study of urban chicken raising sees a 400% increase in backyard chickens over the next 5 years, driven by younger adults.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780985562250
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
More than ever, Americans care about the quality and safety of the food they eat. They're bringing back an American tradition: raising their own backyard chickens for eggs and companionship. And they care about the quality of life of their chickens. Fresh Eggs Daily is an authoritative, accessible guide to coops, nesting boxes, runs, breeding, feed, and natural health care with time-tested remedies. The author promotes the benefits of keeping chickens happy and well-occupied, and in optimal health, free of chemicals and antibiotics. She emphasizes the therapeutic value of herbs and natural supplements to maintaining a healthy environment for your chickens. Includes many "recipes" and 8 easy DIY projects for the coop and run. Full color photos throughout. The USDA's new study of urban chicken raising sees a 400% increase in backyard chickens over the next 5 years, driven by younger adults.
Dilly Duckling
Author: Claire Freedman
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781845063085
Category : Children's stories
Languages : en
Pages : 16
Book Description
Dilly is having fun with her brothers and sisters until - PUFF! - a gust of wind blows one of her feathers away! She races after it, only to find that it keeps floating further and further away. What is she going to do? Find out in this endearing tale - now in board book format!
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781845063085
Category : Children's stories
Languages : en
Pages : 16
Book Description
Dilly is having fun with her brothers and sisters until - PUFF! - a gust of wind blows one of her feathers away! She races after it, only to find that it keeps floating further and further away. What is she going to do? Find out in this endearing tale - now in board book format!
The Fuzzy Duckling
Author: Jane Werner Watson
Publisher: Golden Books
ISBN: 0553522132
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 26
Book Description
In one of the most beloved Little Golden Books of all time, Fuzzy Duckling learns to count and explores a busy farm! A perfect gift for your Easter baskets. Early one morning, a small fuzzy duckling goes for a walk around the farm. Who will he meet along the way? Two frisky colts, three baby calves. . . . Little readers everywhere will love following the duckling and counting his new animal friends. Simple words and adorable, classic illustations from the legendary Alice and Martin Provensen make this book as perfect a gift today as it was when it was first published in 1949. Little Golden Books have been loved by children for over 75 years. When they were first published in 1942, high-quality books for children hadn’t been available at a price most people could afford. Little Golden Books changed that! Priced at just 25 cents and sold where people shopped every day, they caused an instant sensation and were soon purchased by the hundreds of thousands. Created by such talented writers as Margaret Wise Brown (author of Goodnight Moon) and Richard Scarry, Little Golden Books have helped millions of children develop a lifelong love of reading. Today, Little Golden Books feature beloved classics such as The Poky Little Puppy and Scuffy the Tugboat, plus new, original stories—the classics of tomorrow—ready to be discovered between their sturdy cardboard covers and gold-foil spines.
Publisher: Golden Books
ISBN: 0553522132
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 26
Book Description
In one of the most beloved Little Golden Books of all time, Fuzzy Duckling learns to count and explores a busy farm! A perfect gift for your Easter baskets. Early one morning, a small fuzzy duckling goes for a walk around the farm. Who will he meet along the way? Two frisky colts, three baby calves. . . . Little readers everywhere will love following the duckling and counting his new animal friends. Simple words and adorable, classic illustations from the legendary Alice and Martin Provensen make this book as perfect a gift today as it was when it was first published in 1949. Little Golden Books have been loved by children for over 75 years. When they were first published in 1942, high-quality books for children hadn’t been available at a price most people could afford. Little Golden Books changed that! Priced at just 25 cents and sold where people shopped every day, they caused an instant sensation and were soon purchased by the hundreds of thousands. Created by such talented writers as Margaret Wise Brown (author of Goodnight Moon) and Richard Scarry, Little Golden Books have helped millions of children develop a lifelong love of reading. Today, Little Golden Books feature beloved classics such as The Poky Little Puppy and Scuffy the Tugboat, plus new, original stories—the classics of tomorrow—ready to be discovered between their sturdy cardboard covers and gold-foil spines.
Off to School, Baby Duck!
Author: Amy Hest
Publisher: Candlewick Press
ISBN: 9780763634384
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 36
Book Description
Baby Duck experiences the fear of the first day of school, but with a little help from Grampa, everything turns out okay in the end. By the creators of You're the Boss, Baby Duck! Reissue.
Publisher: Candlewick Press
ISBN: 9780763634384
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 36
Book Description
Baby Duck experiences the fear of the first day of school, but with a little help from Grampa, everything turns out okay in the end. By the creators of You're the Boss, Baby Duck! Reissue.
The Duckling Gets a Cookie!?
Author:
Publisher: Hyperion
ISBN: 9781423151289
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 40
Book Description
Pigeon is very angry when the duckling gets a cookie just by asking politely.
Publisher: Hyperion
ISBN: 9781423151289
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 40
Book Description
Pigeon is very angry when the duckling gets a cookie just by asking politely.
Have You Seen Duck?
Author: Janet Anne Holmes
Publisher: Scholastic Inc.
ISBN: 0545224888
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 26
Book Description
When Duck goes missing, a boy's favorite activities lose their appeal and he comes to know that he needs Duck just as much as Duck needs him.
Publisher: Scholastic Inc.
ISBN: 0545224888
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 26
Book Description
When Duck goes missing, a boy's favorite activities lose their appeal and he comes to know that he needs Duck just as much as Duck needs him.