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  The Picts & the Martyrs

  Arthur Ransome

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  As the classic series continues, an unexpected visitor forces a group of children to go to great lengths to enjoy a summer of fun and adventure.   The Amazons’ mother (doubtless suffering from exhaustion) has gone off sailing in the North Sea with Captain Flint on a rest cure, but she has allowed her two daughters to stay on the lakeshore with their trusty cook. She’s also permitted their two old friends, Dick and Dorothea Callum, to come up for a visit. But when the redoubtable Great Aunt hears of their abandonment, she’s horrified and off on the next train.   The Amazons are dismayed; not only will their solo holiday be ruined, but now they’ll also have to hide their two guests in the woods in an abandoned shepherd’s cottage (where they’ll be forced to live off the land like the ancient Celtic, “Picts”) while the Blackett sisters will be required to dress up in white pinafores, practice the piano, and recite reams of poetry aloud (therefore “The Martyrs”).   Friendship and resourcefulness, dangers and excitement: Arthur Ransome’s Swallows and Amazons series has stood the test of time. More than just great stories, each one celebrates independence and initiative with a colorful, large cast of characters. The Picts & the Martyrs (originally published in 1943) is the eleventh title in the Swallows and Amazons series, books for children or grownups, anyone captivated by a world of adventure, exploration, and imagination.

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  A Heart Strangely Warmed

  Louise Vernon

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  John Wesley is a fiery preacher who is stirring up the people in London. One day, while peddling his father’s wares, Robert Upton meets Wesley and his life is changed forever. Robert and his father start going to Wesley’s meetings. Gradually, Robert begins to understand what Wesley’s preaching is all about. As he allows God to work in his life, Robert finds that his own heart, like Wesley’s, is strangely warmed. For 9-to-14-year-olds.

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  The Adventures of Eric The Spider

  Elaine Madle

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  This is the story of a spider called Eric and the very big adventures he has.

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  Why Cowboys Sleep With Their...

  Laurie Lazzaro Knowlton

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  “Young cowpokes everywhere will take a shine to this rib-ticklin’ tale.” —Publishers Weekly   Slim Jim Watkins, like most cowboys, is a hardworkin’, lasso-wieldin’ cowhand. All Slim Jim Watkins wants to do at the end of a long day roping cattle is to ease out of his saddle, throw off his clothes, and take a deep snooze. But little by little, Slim Jim Watkins finds that his old way of getting ready for bed just won’t do. Before it’s all over with, he decides it’s better just to fall down on his bedroll, boots and all . . .   This beautifully illustrated, amusing story with its anticipatory suspense will delight kids and grown-ups alike, who’ll enjoy the nightly entourage of desert animals who play a key role—that is, until Slim Jim Watkins learns a thing or two and starts to sleep with his boots on!   “An amusing yarn . . . Fun for a group read-aloud.” —School Library Journal

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  Guide to The Hunger Games - The...

  Caroline Carpenter

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  Guide to the Hunger Games offers a new way to interact with the enthralling world of the young adult publishing phenomenon that is Suzanne Collins's Hunger Games trilogy. This companion guide provides deeper insight into the inspiration behind the thrilling adventure series, as well as the contemporary social and political themes at its root. The book comes at the perfect time for Hunger Games fans, with Lionsgate Entertainment's announcement that they will release a highly anticipated blockbuster film adaptation of the first book in 2012. Covering all the aspects of the series that fans love, and including an exclusive guide to winning The Hunger Games, this companion guide brings the world of Panem to life and is a must-have for all aspiring Tributes.

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  The Trip to Panama - Enhanced...

  Janosch

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  Once upon a time, Little Bear and Little Tiger lived down by the riverside. Where you can see smoke rising into the air, beside the big tree. They had a boat too.Until one day. a crate came floating down the river. Little Bear sniffed it, and said, "Oooh.bananas!". The crate did smell of bananas. And what was that word written on it? "Pa-na-ma" read Little Bear.
  
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