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The advent of science and technology has brought a lot of hope, and comfort to millions of people in the world today. We owe all the praise to our inventors who are daily putting their best to better our world. Guess what, African American inventors are not left out! Some of the most important inventions in history were created by these beautiful African American inventors. They have thoughtfully impacted the area of agriculture, engineering, transportation, and many more. These many ground breaking inventions of theirs, have created job opportunities and made work that can take hours to ...

What started out as fun just turned dangerous. When 14-year-old Jeffrey's high school teacher hires him to find the driver responsible for a hit-and-run car accident, he thinks it's an easy case—until his investigation leads to a harrowing encounter with a ruthless criminal and the clues to an ancient treasure. Now he and his friends Pablo, Marisol, and Susie are in a race against time with a trio of sinister treasure hunters who will stop at nothing to get their hands on the prize. Exciting Mystery Books for Kids, Teens, and Everyone in Be-Tween! If you like action-packed stories of ...

If you loved Mean Girls and wanted to know what happened to Sydney...then this is the story for you. And you get the first 3 books in this amazing new series. Hope you enjoy this exciting story for girls aged 9-12. Okay, Sydney may have burnt her parents' house down, but it was an accident. In Book 1, Sydney is sent to boarding school. Yes, her parents were dumping her in a school in LA and returning to New York without her. Totally unfair! Sydney's privileged life is all about to change. In order to be accepted, Harper puts Sydney through 9 Rule Challenges. Will Sydney conquer the ...

Emily feels left out by her group of friends at school, but her world is turned upside down when she befriends newcomer Brianna. Soon, Emily notices that Brianna has magical powers and doesn't hesitate to use them to manipulate those around her, for better or for worse. Will Emily succumb to the lure of popularity and black magic by siding with her new best friend? Or will she decide to stay true to herself, even if it means losing her friendships? An urban fantasy novel set in high school filled with magic that captivates teenage girls who dream of finally finding their place in the world.

After spending years in hiding, Lady Mariah’s destiny is coming for her. Lord Carnoff has sent men to scour the countryside searching for all eligible young maidens to fulfill the marriage edict. His real goal is to find the one the prophecy speaks of, the one with the mark. Lady Mariah has been told her entire life she is the chosen one who would save her people from the tyranny of Lord Carnoff. The prophecy says she will lead the people from war to peace, but how could that happen when she lives in seclusion? As Mariah and her cousin, Bridgett, are ripped from their hiding place in the ...

If you have a cat and think that you understand her, then think again! These interesting, facts will absolutely blow your mind. Cat trivia will keep things fun and exciting when meeting with friends.

I know I need to get out of my comfort zone, but is dressing as a sexy green alien really the way to do it? Socialising is scary. At Comic Con, I can be someone else, even just for a little while. But I met Charlie when I was pretending to be someone else —the perfect guy but it goes all wrong when he pops up in my real life, and has no idea who I am. I know I should confess and tell him that his new step-sister is actually the girl from Comic Con "Meet Me at the Comic Con" is the emotionally charged fifth book in the Arrowsmith High Series. Immerse yourself in a world full of self-...

In the heart of the Australian outback, where red dirt meets endless sky, thirteen-year-old Tommy Archer and his blue heeler, Lizzy, are no strangers to the wild. But when a mysterious invitation summons them to the European Working Dog Expo in Paris, their lives are thrust into a whirlwind of adventure, danger, and ancient secrets. From the fire-scorched paddocks of their station to the glittering arenas of Paris, Tommy, Lizzy, and her chaotic pups, Boomer and Tilly, uncover a legacy that stretches back centuries - a bloodline of guardian dogs, woven into the very fabric of history. As ...

They saved the farm. Now the Outback needs them again. After becoming global heroes, Tommy and his legendary Blue Heeler Lizzy are finally settling back into farm life… or so they think. When wild brumbies tear through fences and a secret threat begins unravelling the land they love, Tommy and Lizzy must rally their crew once more. Joined by six new four-legged recruits, and Ellie, a sharp, fearless newcomer who might just be more than a friend, Tommy leads the team across the red heart of Australia. From bush festivals to floods, fires, and betrayal, they uncover a shady land deal that ...

Beep, beep, beep, beep... Never in a million years, did Sandy think this would be the sound that dominated her life. Sandy and Remmy go to Tony's party, despite their concerns about Tony and his friends. From the moment they arrived, both girls felt uncomfortable. They were only 14! And around 100 teens were going wild in the house, and some of them were drinking. Remmy definitely wanted to leave immediately, but Sandy wanted to stick around for a while. After all, it was her boyfriend's party. But as the party progresses, things go badly for Sandy. The girls learn a very difficult lesson, ...

Your kids will love "500 Fun Riddles for Smart Kids" because: ✓ It has 500 riddles and brain teasers of varying difficulty, just challenging enough to keep it fun without frustrating them. ✓ It is an excellent way to stimulate their minds and improve their creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills. It will also improve their concentration, strengthen their social and language skills, and boost their verbal fluency. ✓ It is 100% kids appropriate - Ideal for 8-12 years olds but can be enjoyed by anyone. ✓ It is a great tool to strengthen family bonds and spend quality ...

All the pivotal evolutions, developments, breakthroughs, issues, forces, and institutions of the thirteenth century are reviewed here by James Joseph Walsh at length and in depth... The work was published in 1913 and remains an essential look at a great century of the Middle Ages with almost everything in it: early universities, the church's influence, the strides made in public education, technical and economical developments, important thinkers and writers of the period - you name it, it's all in here!

Twins – Books 17, 18 & 19 Book 17: A New Dilemma Finally, the summer camp has come to an end, but instead of the fun finish that Casey was expecting, she is faced with more drama, thanks to the troublesome Madison. The impact of this follows Casey home where she struggles to restore her relationship with Jake. Just as she thinks she has found the answer, Ali receives a surprise phone call, and this throws the twins’ final week of summer into chaos. Book 18: Unforeseen Although Meg continues to wreak havoc, Casey regains some control, and it appears that things between her and Jake might...

Twins - Book 19: Double Trouble In this story, Casey finds herself in more trouble than ever. Not only does she have to deal with Meg, but an unexpected problem arises, causing further stress. In addition, is the issue of Ali's dad. Will he survive the car accident, and what injuries will he face? With Meg continually wreaking havoc, the drama escalates. And unfortunately, Meg has another surprise up her sleeve, one the twins are not at all prepared for. This is another great addition to the popular Twins series, a great book for girls 9-12 and beyond.

The Underground Railroad: miles and miles of railroad "lines" without so much as a track; "passengers" with a will of iron and steel, but little more than that; "station-masters", "agents", and "conductors" whose signs, secrets, and codes stake the trail to freedom.

Why Boys Don’t Listen to Their Mothers reveals eye-opening principles and techniques designed to train adults on the best ways to manage, guide, and treat boys with behavioral problems. It does not disappoint as the content is filled with step-by-step instructions, stories, examples, and scenarios to help you get the results you’ve been searching for.

Dribble into the exciting world of basketball! Have you ever wanted to shoot hoops like Steph Curry, dribble like Kyrie Irving, or dunk like LeBron James? Do you want to learn cool tricks that basketball players do? Do you ever dream of being the next basketball superstar? Imagine the crowd going wild as you dribble like a pro, sink impossible shots, and dunk with power. This book isn’t another boring guide. It’s your ticket to basketball awesomeness! Here’s a glimpse of what’s inside: Trick Mastery - Learn crazy cool tricks from the best players. Clear Instructions - Find easy, ...

Love is in the air! Sailor thinks Joe is amazing. Sydney grows closer to Elliot every week. And another boy has attracted the interest of Harper and Zali. Imagine competing with Harper for a boy? Zali finds out how formidable Harper really is. Will Zali simply give in to her, or stand-up for herself? Luke, the new love interest of the girls, seems to be quite down, and Elliot and his dad try to help him. There are a number of levels to Luke's personality, and trouble seems to surround the new boy. You'll love Book 8 of Wild Child. A fantastic book for girls aged 9-12.

Twins: Books 20 and 21 Meg’s constant interference and troublemaking ways finally cause the twins to lash out. The confrontation is long overdue, and the girls don’t hold back. But Meg leaves a trail of destruction in her wake, and although harmony is restored when Meg departs, Casey still has other issues to face. The bulk of this story is told from Casey’s point of view. Will she be able to solve the problem with Liam and save her relationship with Jake? Or is all hope lost? In book 21, the finale of the series, our favorite twins are faced with new challenges. Once again, they are ...

“A light and fun read...gave me some of the warm and fuzzies you would expect from a holiday read.”—At Random CRUSHES UNDER THE CHRISTMAS LIGHTS Christmas is the time to fall in love and it helps when you have the perfect Secret Santa gift. Noelle, a hopeless romantic, knows her Secret Santa gifts just have to be given to her by her senior crush! And geeky Froggy is certain that Secret Santa is the perfect way to get the super-popular Celia to fall for him...except she thinks his Secret Santa gifts are from Jake, the school's resident bad boy, and starts to crush on him… GIFT MIX ...