Monday, 13 October 2014

The biggest little hero

The Atom/Ray Palmer created by Gardner Fox
"A Capstone imprint
Summary: Ray Palmer has found a way to shrink himself and his dog Spot to atomic size and become the superhero Atom - so when friend and rival Doris Zeul comes up with a way of increasing her size and becomes Giganta, it is up to Atom and Spot to convince her of the error of her ways

Midway monkey madness

Superman created by Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster
Summary: When a carnival comes to Metropolis, the evil ape Gorilla Grodd turns a festival of fun into a day of destruction! Beppo the Super-Monkey, along with the Wonder Twins and their space chimp, Gleek, must stop his midway madness.

Friday, 26 September 2014

Edward and the great discovery

A charming story about friendship and one boy’s quest to make an important discovery. Although he comes from a long line of archaeologists, Edward has never discovered anything. Then one rainy night, he stumbles upon what could be his first great discovery…

Jack and the Jelly Bean Stalk

Jack sells the family's cow for twenty gold coins but buys magic jelly beans with the money. His mother throws the beans outside, and they grow into an enormous stalk. When Jack meets a Giant who wants him for a snack, Jack finds a clever solution to his GIANT problem!

A twist on the fairy tale: Jack and beanstalk, based on the tale by Joseph Jacobs
Summary: When Jack sells his cow for jelly beans, his mum is furious! But these are magic beans and soon Jack is on a big adventure in the clouds
Jack and the beanstalk

Pakistan

Pack your bags! Were headed to Pakistan. On this whirlwind tour, youll learn all about the countrys landscape, culture, people, and more. Well explore Pakistans rugged mountains and the rich Indus Valley, taste a flat bread called chapati, and join a celebration of Eid al-Fitra festival marking the end of Ramadan. A special section introduces Pakistans capital, languages, population, and flag. Hop on board and take a fun-filled look at your world.

Earthquakes

In graphic novel format, text and illustrations explain how earthquakes happen, how their strength is measured, and how to stay safe during one.

Chuckle squad : jokes about classrooms, sports, food, teachers, and other school subjects

Super funny joke books

Where does gas come from

Summary: This book intrduces young Harper Huta, a Maori lad who is used to a life closer to natural elements, to the extraction of gas from the Earth

Superpowered pony

MECHANIKAT and DOGWOOD team up to rain four-legged fury upon Earth. Only one foal can foil their evil plans . . . COMET the Super-Horse! This Stallion of Steel won t stop until he s corralled the crazy critters and protected the planet."

Saudi Arabia

Pack your bags! We're headed to Saudi Arabia. On this whirlwind tour, you'll learn all about the country's landscape, culture, people, and more. We'll explore Saudi Arabia's sprawling deserts and modern cities; go shopping in a bustling souk, or marketplace; and watch an exciting sword dance called the ardha. A special section introduces Saudi Arabia's capital, language, population, and flag. Hop on board and take a fun-filled look at your world. (back of book)