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  Monkey Fun!

  Julia Deck

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  Monkey Fun! proves that you’re never too young to begin your learning adventure.  It’s a barrel of fun and chock full of interesting monkey facts written in easy to understand rhyming verse for toddlers ages 0-4.   “That’s not a monkey who’s peeling a grape.  Bigger and tailless, he must be an ape.”  “Monkeys who live in a family group, travel together and share with their troop.”   Bold, colorful illustrations by Aida Barba Flores will capture the attention of young readers and aid in story comprehension. This is an edutaining rhyming adventure that offers fun learning resources in the back of the book including, Mrs. Dweck’s monkey facts and a monkey counting game.

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  Peaceful Protests: Voices for...

  Wayne L. Wilson

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  Perfect narrative non-fiction for young learners! Peaceful Protests: Voices for Peace highlights some of the greatest peace protests in history including nonviolent antiwar demonstrations such as marches, rallies, vigils, and boycotts. Features some of the brave individuals and groups who have opposed war at the risk of ridicule, imprisonment, and even death such as Jane Addams--founder of the Women's Peace Party, Bertrand Russell, Muhammad Ali and Leymah Gbowee, and features historical photos, a chronological timeline of events along with chapter notes, further reading recommendations, and an index.

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  The Unofficial Heroes of Olympus...

  Natalie Buczynsky, Richard...

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  “A useful and entertaining guide . . . can be enjoyed by any reader with an interest in mythology, whether they have read The Heroes of Olympus or not.” —Blogcritics 
   
  In the ancient world, the gods and their heroic half-blood children were legendary. Now in the modern world, they regain their glory in the pages of Rick Riordan’s captivating novels. Providing everything you’ll need to become a Hero of Olympus, the book looks back at the stories of Percy Jackson while exploring how Riordan hints at but keeps readers guessing what’s in store for Jason, Piper and Leo. 
   
  In this handy companion, the Olympic gods are fully detailed, from origin and family relationships to famous tales and an expressive illustration, including: 
   
  Zeus • Hera • Poseidon • Athena • Apollo • Aphrodite 
   
  The vast array of other gods and fantastical creatures are also cataloged:Atlas—who literally carries the weight of the world on his shouldersKronos—a Titan who swallows his newborn childrenPersephone—a kidnapped goddess who becomes queen of the UnderworldMinotaur—a half-bull, half-man imprisoned in a labyrinthHydra—a poisonous serpent who grows two heads when one is severedSirens—deadly nymphs whose irresistibly beautiful singing lures sailors to their doom 
   
  IMPORTANT NOTE TO READERS: This book is an independent and unauthorized fan publication.

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  Real Stories of Academic...

  Dr. Hidaia Mahmood Alassouli

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  In this report, I will speak about the academic corruption I saw in some universities and academic institutions according to my experience with them. The reason for writing the article is that I consider the covered academic corruption is the most critical issue that can affect our life. 1.The report will consists from the following parts2.Academic Corruption in Higher Colleges of Technology in Dubai3.Academic Corruption in University of  Swaziland4.Some stories of corruption I met in Gaza Strip institutions  5.General profile about my education and experiences with some stories of corruption I met.6.Academic Corruption in Palestinian Universities7.The corruption in Palestinian Energy And Natural Resources Autority  PENRA and Electrical Companies

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  Vulgar the Viking and the Great...

  Odin Redbeard

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  Every year, the village of Blubber competes against the neighbouring town of Gulp in the Viking Games, and every year, the Blubberers get thrashed. Convinced he can do better this time, Vulgar starts training - with comically catastrophic results - but worse is to come when he arrives at the Games to discover he and his friends have all been mistakenly entered into the goat hurdling! And when Vulgar's arch-enemy Gunnar turns up in the same event, the stage is set for the most ill-tempered and chaotic goat-hurdling race in Viking history.

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  Oh Boy Mallory

  Laurie Friedman

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  Mallory has a new diary, and big news to write in it: a cute fifth-grade boy LIKES her! The only problem: Mallory's friends are more excited about it than she is. Mallory's not sure what to do, what to say on the phone, or even how she feels. Her best friend, Mary Ann, however, is sure about what Mallory should feel and do. But when Mallory follows Mary Ann's advice, she winds up hurting another friend—and gets in BIG trouble. Can Mallory make things right and learn to follow her own heart?

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