Wonder Child

Holly Foster knows that nothing lasts—not hometowns or schools, or even family. It’s just safer to keep herself uninvolved. So when she’s sent to spend part of the summer with her uncle, she knows better than to get attached to him…or any part of his small Vermont town of Arden.

April showers bring May flowers! Lyrical, rhyming text takes young listeners on a journey with furry and feathery friends to experience springtime rain.

The Miracles of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) by Dr. Iftekhar Ahmed Shams Praise be to Allah the Exalted, Lord of the Universe and Beloved Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) and His family, companions, and those who follow his footprints and rightly guided ways until the Doomsday. The main aim of compiling this book “The Miracles of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)” by Dr. Iftekhar Ahmed Shams urges Muslims to adopt Islamic mentality by looking at things from an Islamic perspective. Like all his other books, this is written in simple language for common people and explains the number of miracles performed by the...

As a neurodivergent child in a hundred-year-old house, Zaji Cox collects grammar books, second-hand toys, and sightings of feral cats. She dances and cartwheels through self-discovery and doubt, guided by her big sister and their devoted single mother. Through short essays that evoke the abundant imagination of childhood, Plums for Months explores the challenges of growing up mixed race and low-income on the outskirts of Portland, Oregon.

"Out on the islands that poke their rocky shores above the waters of Penobscot Bay, you can watch the time of the world go by, from minute to minute, hour to hour, from day to day..." So begins this classic story of one summer on a Maine island from the author of One Morning in Maine and Blueberries for Sal. The spell of rain, the gulls and a foggy morning, the excitement of sailing, the quiet of the night, the sudden terror of a hurricane, and, in the end, the peace of the island as the family packs up to leave are shown in McClosky's poetic language brought to life.

Adventure-loving Arthur is a dog on a mission. He can’t wait to experience the 10 mind blowing world wonders. He is all packed and ready for this experience of a lifetime. From camel rides through the pyramids, to snorkeling in the ocean, nothing can stop Arthur from discovering what our planet has to offer. But with so many wonders in store, he’s sure to have many unbelievable stories to bring back home!

Wendy Wonders is a 5 1/2 year old girl, who's curious do the trees grow so tall? And why are the ocean blue and the sun yellow? When new neighbors move into the vacant house across the street, she wonders why they look a little different? And when she goes in search of the answer, she finds that the answer was waiting for her all along. Wendy Wonders: Why Are We Different? is the first Christian picture book for 4-8 yr olds, devoted to answering questions your growing children have about life from the bible! Both children and adults will discover and learn about God's plan for their lives ...

Leah and the Wonder Team are back! This time they've been magically transported to 1970's Mexico and something spooky is going on... A phantom has been seen terrorizing the local football stadium and the organizers are threatening to cancel the Women's World Cup. Can Leah, Mimi and George solve the mystery in time to save the tournament?

Alexei Tolstoy is better known for his grownup novels and stories. Here, however, is a large collection of tales he had recorded and reimagined for the younger audiences. Peasants and kings, domestic and wild animals, magical creatures and objects are mixed together in this delightful cauldron of imagination.

Eleven-year-old Anna O'Donnell stops eating, but remains miraculously alive and well. A nurse, sent to investigate whether she is a fraud, meets a journalist hungry for a story. Set in the Irish Midlands in the 1850s, Emma Donoghue's The Wonder – inspired by numerous European and North American cases of 'fasting girls' between the sixteenth century and the twentieth – is a psychological thriller about a child's murder threatening to happen in slow motion before our eyes.

The Bermuda Triangle. A deadly swamp. Scorching deserts. Danger lurks all over the world. Learn about some of the deadliest places on the planet.

Auggie è un ragazzo normale, ma con una faccia... straordinaria! Nato con il volto deforme, protetto dalla sua meravigliosa famiglia per i primi dieci anni della sua vita, adesso, per la prima volta, deve affrontare la scuola. Chi gli siederà vicino? Chi lo guarderà dritto negli occhi? Auggie è sfortunato, ma tenace e sa vedere il lato buffo delle cose. Riuscirà a convincere i suoi compagni che lui è proprio come loro, nonostante le apparenze?

Have you ever wondered: Why a day has 24 hours? Why is there a hole in the doughnut? Why do we light candles on a birthday cake? Like many people, you’ve probably asked some of these questions when you were younger or maybe recently. Well, you will be pleasantly surprised to discover the interesting and maybe slightly bizarre origins of the strange things we do.

When a young apprentice stumbles upon the Carnival of Wonders, they discover a world where magic is real and every performer holds a secret. From illusionists who bend reality to acrobats who defy gravity, the carnival is full of astonishing enchantments. But when a hidden challenge arises, the apprentice and their newfound friends must prove their skills, unravel magical riddles, and face mystical trials to earn a place among the legendary performers.

¿Sabías que varios estudios demuestran que aprender curiosidades fortalece la memoria a largo plazo y fomenta un pensamiento más creativo? Según un estudio de la Universidad de California, los niños que aprenden a través de datos curiosos retienen mejor la información y desarrollan un interés más profundo por el mundo.

Diana is tired of adults underestimating her because she's only a girl! So when the opportunity strikes for Diana to save a group of children kidnapped by an evil entity intent on stealing their special powers for his own nefarious use, she takes the chance, knowing that she'll have to undergo the journey alone. But she doesn't expect that her adventure would take her straight to the world of humans!

Discover the fun facts about the world and become a master of geography with this interactive trivia book from Jeopardy! champ and New York Times bestselling author Ken Jennings.

Over 30 tales from the Iroquois depicting Native American Indian life, fables, children’s stories, and fairy tales. Anyone who likes to hear stories around the campfire will enjoy these fables and tales from the Iroquois. Cub Scouts, Webelos, Boy Scouts, Order of the Arrow, Brownies, Girl Scouts, Explorers, and anyone interested in the traditions of the American Indian tribes.

Prophets are God’s messengers on earth. Through the years and at every point in time, God has raised Prophets in answer to people’s requests and needs. This book is a compendium of significant Prophets throughout history and the miracles they did to establish their calling. A special focus is placed on the miracles of Prophet Solomon. He was blessed with a great kingdom, incomparable wealth, a powerful army, and superior wisdom. This book looks at the different manifestations of his God-given talent as contained in the Quran, the Bible and the pages of History. I desire that the stories...

Already a fan of the wildly successful Finding Bigfoot show on Animal Planet? Stacked with information for your burning questions, this work features a compelling narrative with commentary from the stars of the show, photographs and extras from the Animal Planet's archives, and so much more. Skeptics will be given all the information they need to decide for themselves if they believe, and enthusiasts will revel in this essential Bigfoot audiobook.