Don't Be Like That Ornery Ostrich!
Author: Cheri Turk
Publisher:
Published: 2012-07-01
Total Pages: 40
ISBN-13: 9780986002441
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →"More fun to read than a barrel of monkeys, with illustrations you'll never forget "
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Murder at the Ostrich Farm
Author: London Lovett
Publisher: Wild Fox Press
Published: 2019-05-13
Total Pages: 222
ISBN-13:
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →Poppy Starfire is looking forward to a summer outing at Dawson Ostrich Farm with two of her favorite people, her brother Jasper and her dad. The day starts out well enough with souvenir shopping, cold lemonades and, of course, plenty of ostriches. But when one of the farm visitors is found strangled to death, the fun-filled visit takes a grim turn. When evidence and quick conclusions lead to an arrest, Ruby Dawson, the farm owner's daughter comes to the Starfire Detective Agency for help. Miss Dawson is certain the police have the wrong man and she hopes Poppy and Jasper can find the real killer. The Starfire investigators soon find themselves surrounded with motives, possible suspects, scant evidence and, of all things, ostriches. Book 2 of the Starfire Cozy Mystery series. Book 1: Murder on Lot B Book 2: Murder at the Ostrich Farm Book 3: Murder on the Angels Flight Trolley
Macmillan Dictionary for Children
Author: Robert B. Costello
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Published: 2001
Total Pages: 920
ISBN-13: 0689843232
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →Provides valuable information on usage in the English language and helps build vocabulary.
Long Road to the Circus
Author: Betsy Bird
Publisher: Yearling
Published: 2023-08-08
Total Pages: 257
ISBN-13: 0593304004
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →NAMED ONE OF THE BEST CHILDREN’S BOOKS OF THE YEAR BY THE NEW YORK TIMES The story of a girl who rides an ostrich straight to her dreams from the award-winning writer and librarian Betsy Bird, illustrated by Caldecott Medalist David Small. "[A] charming, wacky novel." —The New York Times Twelve-year-old Suzy Bowles is tired of summers filled with chores on her family farm in Burr Oak, Michigan, and desperate to see the world. When her wayward uncle moves back home to the farm, only to skip his chores every morning for mysterious reasons, Suzy decides to find out what he's up to once and for all. And that's when she meets legendary former circus queen Madame Marantette and her ostriches. Before long, Suzy finds herself caught-up in the fast-paced, hilarious world of ostrich riding, a rollicking adventure that just might be her ticket out of Burr Oak. “Beautifully told by one of our best librarians.” —Jon Scieszka, First National Ambassador of Young People’s Literature
God's Amazing Creation
Author: Vicki Redden
Publisher: Review and Herald Pub Assoc
Published: 2005
Total Pages: 386
ISBN-13: 9780828018715
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →Cornered in Conard County
Author: Rachel Lee
Publisher: Harlequin
Published: 2017-08-01
Total Pages: 159
ISBN-13: 1488012962
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →Hiding from a murderer, a woman puts her trust in a sheriff deputy and a K9 guard dog in this romantic suspense from a New York Times–bestselling author . Conard County is a refuge for Dory Lake, a place to flee from her tragic past. For extra security, she goes to Cadell Marcus for one of his expertly trained guard dogs. Just the dog. But the part-time deputy can’t help digging deeper into the beautiful stranger’s history. After learning the circumstances of the murders Dory witnessed, Cadell isn’t about to leave her at the mercy of the calculated killer. The madman is counting on finding Dory isolated, but Cadell vows that she’ll never be alone. Guarding her 24/7 is the only way to keep her safe . . . and to break down her emotional walls he wants so desperately to breach.
The Nerviest Girl in the World
Author: Melissa Wiley
Publisher: Knopf Books for Young Readers
Published: 2020-08-18
Total Pages: 210
ISBN-13: 0375870385
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →A feisty girl from a family of ranchers lands a job as a daredevil stunt girl in the early days of silent film in this adventurous and funny cross between Wild Hearts Can't Be Broken and Ramona. Pearl lives on a ranch where her chores include collecting eggs and feeding ornery ostriches. She has three older brothers, who don't coddle her at all. And she knows a thing or two about horses, too. One day, Pearl's brothers get cushy jobs doing stunts for this new form of entertainment called "moving pictures." They're the Daredevil Donnelly Brothers, a Death-Defying Cowboy Trio. Before she knows it, Pearl has stumbled into being a stunt girl herself--and dreams of becoming a star. The only problem is, her mother has no idea what she's up to. And let's just say she wouldn't be too happy to find out that Pearl's been jumping out of burning buildings in her spare time. Filled with action, humor, and heart--not to mention those pesky ostriches--The Nerviest Girl in the World introduces a spunky heroine whose adventures will have kids on the edge of their seats and whose sense of humor will have them laughing until the very last line.
How to Save Your Child from Ostrich Attacks, Accidental Time Travel, and Anything Else that Might Happen on an Average Tuesday
Author: James Breakwell
Publisher: BenBella Books
Published: 2019-11-05
Total Pages: 175
ISBN-13: 194883670X
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →The parenting humorist behind the viral Twitter account @XplodingUnicorn and author of Only Dead on the Inside: A Parent's Guide to Surviving the Zombie Apocalypse presents the long-awaited guide to surviving everything else In the era of instant parent shaming and viral hot takes, some questions are too dangerous to ask out loud: What's the proper first aid for my toddler's vampire bite? What should I do if I take a wrong turn on the way to soccer practice and end up in the Cretaceous Period? How can I fend off Godzilla without disrupting my child's nap? Fortunately, there's now a parenting resource that answers those burning questions and many more. Professional comedy writer and amateur father James Breakwell's latest book tackles more than 90 survival challenges ordinary parents might encounter in their everyday lives, including: • How to protect your child against tigers, penguins, mastodons, and other animals found in the suburbs. • How to defeat ghosts, gremlins, mummies, and any other supernatural force that might prevent you from getting your kid to bed on time. • How to survive crashing horses, trains, hot air balloons, and other vehicles you might find in the carpool lane. This is an essential guide for anyone who has children, might have children someday, or is vaguely aware children exist. Put this book down at your own—and your children's—risk.
Children of the Unndis Sedna
Author: Lynelle Souleiel
Publisher: Archway Publishing
Published: 2014-05
Total Pages: 255
ISBN-13: 1480806439
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →Finally at the beach on summer holiday, Odenpri and Sigali celebrating the realization of a childhood dream come true, scarred by Sigali's fight to survive, are serenaded at the bonfire out of "Necessity!" by the Newcomers, Al and Truculent. The teenage girls unknowingly molded to fulfill their destiny, are enveloped in the search of an elusive treasure. Odenpri tormented by her own failings, challenged by teenage angst, is repeatedly put to the test as she must choose to either weakly satisfy her fear or fight for what an ancient text foresees. This diverse and sexy quartet on a quirky quest in Sigali's hot pink convertible, fight evil foes not only of self doubt, disease, and death, but the Mata Kovi as well. In life we all face challenges, what does it take to put our personal choices and fears aside to accept what truly is the right thing to do relying only on faith and hope? Despite our self doubt can we live up to our destiny? From a child's room in Las Vegas, to a woman's victory on the shores of history...join our heroes on their journey as they explore the Earth's mystery, the voices of the ancients, and the prophecy of life, love, and friendship.
The Prairie Thief
Author: Melissa Wiley
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Published: 2012-08-28
Total Pages: 224
ISBN-13: 1442440589
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →In this “delightful mash-up of Little House on the Prairie and The Spiderwick Chronicles” (SLJ), experience life on the prairie—with one fantastical twist! Louisa Brody’s life on the Colorado prairie is not at all what she expected. Her dear Pa, accused of thievery, is locked thirty miles away in jail. She’s living with the awful Smirches, her closest neighbors and the very family that accused her Pa of the horrendous crime. And now she’s discovered one very cantankerous—and magical—secret beneath the hazel grove. With her life flipped upside-down, it’s up to Louisa, her sassy friend Jessamine, and that cranky secret to save Pa from a guilty verdict. Ten bold illustrations from Erwin Madrid accompany seasoned storyteller Melissa Wiley’s vibrant and enchanting tale of life on the prairie—with one magical twist.
