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Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. Part narrative, part wartime dispatch, a bestselling writer team transports you into the gritty reality of war-torn Ukraine through eyewitness accounts of faith, survival, and miraculous intervention. Amid the chaos and tragedy, they reveal the unbreakable spirit of a nation under siege--and how God is always working in redemptive ways.…

Paperback. Condizione: Good.

Paperback. Condizione: Good. Part narrative, part wartime dispatch, a bestselling writer team transports you into the gritty reality of war-torn Ukraine through eyewitness accounts of faith, survival, and miraculous intervention. Amid the chaos and tragedy, they reveal the unbreakable spirit of a nation under siege--and how God is always working in redemptive ways.…

Paperback. Condizione: Good. An entertaining story that celebrates friendship, diversity, environmental awareness, and anti-racism. This engaging, illustrated, middle grade chapter book is a great addition to classroom and homeschool libraries and should appeal to fans of Ramona Quimby, Jada Jones, Judy Moody, and Junie B. Jones. There is no such thing as Big Foot Or is there.Sophie Washington and her classmates are on their way to Camp Glowing Spring for a class retreat. It'll be two full days of swimming, eating s'mores around a campfire, tug-of-war, archery, and more Sophie's been looking forward to the trip all school year and can't wait to spend extra time with her friends. It will also be great to get away from her bratty younger brother, Cole, and his constant stories about Big Foot. If Cole warns her about what to do if she sees the hairy ape man on the retreat one more time, she'll put in ear plugs. Everybody knows Big Foot is a hoax Once the kids arrive at the retreat site things are as exciting as Sophie imagined. She has fun exploring nature with her besties, Chloe, Valentina, Toby, Nathan, and Mariama, and meeting new friends too. Then the kids see a giant footprint during a nature hike in the woods and the adventure really begins This is the eleventh book in the Readers' Favorite five star rated Sophie Washington book series that includes: Sophie Washington: Queen of the Bee (Book 1)Sophie Washington: The Snitch (Book 2)Sophie Washington: Things You Didn't Know About Sophie (Book 3)Sophie Washington: The Gamer (Book 4)Sophie Washington: Hurricane (Book 5)Sophie Washington: Mission Costa Rica (Book 6)Sophie Washington: Secret Santa (Book 7)Sophie Washington: Code One (Book 8)Sophie Washington: Mismatch (Book 9)Sophie Washington: My BFF (Book 10)Sophie Washington: Class Retreat (Book 11)Kids Ages 8-12. …

Hardback. Condizione: Good. Bridget Starr Taylor (illustratore).

Paperback. Condizione: Good. In 1970s New York City, Thomas Ransom dreams that rock 'n' roll will be his ticket out of the life his conservative family planned for him, and he takes it to the extreme: burning bridges and houses on the way to discovering his true destiny.

Condizione: Fair. Someone is murdering the courtesans of Venice, and legendary clairvoyant Nostradamus and his apprentice Alfeo must pursue a labyrinth of clues to find the killer.

Condizione: Good. Item in good condition. Textbooks may not include supplemental items i.e. CDs, access codes etc.

Paperback. Condizione: Good. Secret London is an essential companion for anyone committed to discovering the true heart of one of the world's greatest capital cities. In more than 20 miles of original walks, distinguished historian Andrew Duncan uncovers London's best-kept secrets. From ancient waterways and the vast network of tunnels that weave their way beneath city streets to easily missed courtyards and gardens--each walk is full of surprises.…

Hardback. Condizione: Good. Each Find Out About book introduces boys and girls to a different country, its people, its history, its culture, and its language. The books are divided into four parts: Part One: Introduction--Takes readers on a journey across the country, pointing out major cities, places of special interest, and favorite sports and pastimes. Part Two: Everyday Life--Kids attend school and enjoy after-school activities, while the grownups pursue their professions, occupations, and trades. Part Three: History and Culture--Readers learn about a country's political leaders and cultural figures, and visit distinctive landmarks and monuments. Part Four: The Language--Readers learn fundamentals of the country's native language, including phrases for meeting people, finding their way around cities and towns, counting, telling time, and more. The titles in this series are: Find Out About China, Find Out About France, Find Out About Italy, and Find Out About Spain. Here are fine supplements for elementary social studies and language classes, as well as books that kids will enjoy having at home to read. They're the next-best alternatives to traveling to foreign lands. Color illustrations throughout. …

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good.

Hardback. Condizione: Good. Get ready to light up the world with Lewis Latimer in this exciting middle grade nonfiction biography. Perfect for fans of the Who Was and Little Leaders series, the books in the VIP series tell the true--and amazing--stories of some of history's greatest trailblazers. Meet the VERY IMPORTANT PEOPLE who changed the world! Lewis Latimer was one of the greatest inventors of his time. He was also an engineer who transformed the lightbulb at Thomas Edison's company. And he was a gifted artist, too! Experience all the exciting moments in Lewis Latimer's thrilling life in this exciting biography, packed with two-color illustrations and fun facts, like who invented the Super Soaker! Short and engaging chapters are interspersed with special lists and other information made to order to engage kids, whether they're already biography fans or "have to" write a report for school. Extras include a timeline, a bibliography, and a hall of fame of other successful African American inventors. The VIP series features inspiring adventures and fun facts about some of history's greatest trailblazers--smart, tough, persevering innovators who will inspire today's kids. Featuring underappreciated historical figures and groups, with a focus on leaders in science and technology, the nonfiction biographies in the VIP series are fun and engaging. Just looking at the cover will make kids want to learn more about these VIPs, and once they dive in they will zoom through stories that read like adventures. Each book in the VIP series allows your middle grader to experience all the exciting moments in some very important but lesser known lives. These biographies for kids age 9-12 include: VIP: Dr. Mae Jemison: Brave Rocketeer: Engineering Wizard; VIP: Mahalia Jackson: Freedom's Voice; and VIP: Lydia Darragh: Unexpected Spy. How did the son of escaped slaves become one of the most important inventors of the Industrial Revolution? A Pioneer for Black Inventors: Discover the story of the brilliant, self-taught draftsman who worked with Thomas Edison and Alexander Graham Bell and became the only African American member of the Edison Pioneers. STEM History Comes Alive: Go behind the scenes of world-changing inventions, from the patent for the telephone to the carbon filament that made lightbulbs practical for every home. Engaging Nonfiction for Kids: With short, adventure-packed chapters, two-color illustrations, and fun facts (like who invented the Super Soaker!), this book makes history exciting for all readers. American History Resource: An invaluable tool for school projects, this biography includes a detailed timeline, a bibliography, and a special hall of fame of other groundbreaking African American innovators. Duncan, Daniel (illustratore). …

Hardback. Condizione: Good.

Condizione: Fair. Wallie Smith had been dying on another world when the Goddess transferred his mind to the body of the barbarian swordsman Shonsu. Then She gave him the great, magical Sapphire Sword of Chioxin and sent him on a mission. All he had to do was to lead the arrogant band of swordsmen to destroy the sorcerers and their Fire God. Now Wallie discovered that he'd already tried it and been hopelessly defeated. A few complications cropped up. Wallie's reputation was in tatters. His best friend and pupil was apparently planning to betray him. And if he won, he would doom all hope of progress and learning in this World of the Goddess doom the Goddess Herself. It made an interesting kind of riddle. All he had to do was find the solution and survive, if he could.…

Paperback. Condizione: Good. AN AMAZON BEST SELING BOK FOR KIDS>**Purple Dragonfly Book Award First Place Winner*Should Sophie Stand Up to the School Bully or Become a Snitch? There's nothing worse than being a tattletale.That's what 10-year-old Sophie Washington thinks until she runs into Lanie Mitchell, a new girl at school. Lanie pushes Sophie and her friends around at their lockers and even takes their lunch money in this entertaining, illustrated chapter book for middle grade readers. If they tell, they are scared the other kids in their class will call them snitches and won't be their friends. And when you're in the fifth grade nothing seems worse than that. Then a classmate gets seriously injured and Sophie needs to make a decision: fight back, or snitch? Here's what Goodreads reviewers say about Sophie Washington: The Snitch: Great children's book that teaches children practical and valuable life lessons.This would be a great book for the counselor, the library and the classroom ready for reading>I liked that, while a heavy subject matter, the book never felt preachy.Good story about bullying and standing up for what's right.This is the second book in the Readers' Favorite five star rated Sophie Washington book series that includes: Sophie Washington: Queen of the Bee (Book 1)Sophie Washington: The Snitch (Book 2)Sophie Washington: Things You Didn't Know About Sophie (Book 3)Sophie Washington: The Gamer (Book 4)Sophie Washington: Hurricane (Book 5)Sophie Washington: Mission Costa Rica (Book 6)Sophie Washington: Secret Santa (Book 7)Sophie Washington: Code One (Book 8)Sophie Washington: Mismatch (Book 9)Kids Ages 8-12 Click above to get your copy today.…

Paperback. Condizione: Good.

Condizione: Good.

Paperback. Condizione: Good. A young boy spots a man in an all yellow suit walking down the sidewalk enjoying a huge slice of pie with his bare hands. The boy's curiosity sparks a fun back and forth conversation between the two. The boy looks on in shock as the man describes his unique and peculiar eating habits. Kids will ask parents to read the story again and again, as they will enjoy the humor and amusing images. And parents will be happy to oblige, as the words are crafted to roll off the tongue.and there are several teaching moments that parents can use to discuss good manners, a healthy diet, and more. Fellow in Yellow is a great book for young children and early readers. The book has rhyming throughout, lots of silliness, and vivid illustrations that capture the story perfectly>.…

Paperback. Condizione: Good. A guide to living a low-carbon, eco-friendly life. It provides hundreds of going green tips on key consumer areas - from greener shopping and recycling to producing your own electricity and reducing your carbon footprint.

Paperback. Condizione: Good. A guide through the culinary world.

Paperback. Condizione: Good. Do our consumer choices really have a major impact on people and planet? If so, what can we do about it? Which companies and products should we support or avoid? And which ethical claims can we trust? The Rough Guide to Ethical Shopping cuts through the greenwash to answer these and many other questions. Without preaching or oversimplifying, it covers topics including - do boycotts work? Is buying local better? How fair is fair-trade? What about sweatshops, or organics? The Rough Guide looks at what to buy - the human, environmental and animal-rights implications of everything from tea to chicken, jewellery to makeup, electricity tariffs to plane tickets. Also examined are shops and companies - from clothes shops and supermarkets to banks and travel agent - both high-street names and ethical specialists. Finally, there's a directory of useful websites, books and magazines, plus tips on how to do your own research.…

Hardback. Condizione: Good. LeTourneau, Anthony Alex (illustratore).

Paperback. Condizione: Good.

Paperback. Condizione: Good. An anthology of stories with musical themes (initially broadcast on BBC Radio 3) by contemporary authors who include William Boyd, Rose Tremain, Penelope Fitzgerald, Christopher Hope and John Mortimer.

Hardback. Condizione: Good. Build your own supplier diversity program now.In>Diversify & Prosper, the focus is on harnessing the power of supplier diversity as a strategic tool for corporations to gain a competitive edge, expand market share, and attract and retain employees. The book underscores the importance of diversifying your supply chain. Whether leading a small team or a large corporation, where your products come from is crucial. Leveraging a variety of suppliers not only benefits your business but also supports the local community.The concept of supplier diversity is gaining traction among business leaders and their workforce. Employees are increasingly seeking to be part of organizations that contribute positively to society, and a robust supplier diversity program is a key way to align with these values.Author Jean Kristensen guides readers through setting up a supplier diversity program. Starting from initial research to maintaining momentum, Kristensen draws on her 30+ years in the field and consulting experience to provide practical insights. By the end of>Diversify & Prosper, readers will have a comprehensive plan for implementing a supplier diversity program that enhances business operations and community engagement.…

Hardback. Condizione: Very Good.

Paperback. Condizione: Good. "Lonely Planet City Guides" are written by authors with a knowledge of the city. They are streetwise guides with a strong design and focus. They feature insights into history, culture and city life, with opinionated reviews.

Paperback. Condizione: Good.

Paperback. Condizione: Good. Constance Bergum (illustratore).

Hardback. Condizione: Good.