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In this riveting novel, two boys discover the true meaning of family and the sacrifices it requires.Two-time Newbery Honor winner Gary D. Schmidt delivers the shattering story of Joseph, a father at thirteen, who has never seen his daughter, Jupiter. After spending time in a juvenile facility, he\'s placed with a foster family on a farm in rural Maine. Here Joseph, damaged and withdrawn, meets twelve-year-old

This is a true story of Breakfast Barry...the man who worked for a large American investment bank and lived a sendenary life style, a man surrounded by the latest time saving gadgets and a passion for takeways, fried food, sweets. His life changed when he saw his father have a heart attack. It was now time for Breakfast Barry to Transform Barry has featured in Docklands Newpaper, Mens Health, Won

Marco Polo Pocket Guide Lake District: the Travel Guide with Insider Tips Explore the Lake District with this handy, pocket-sized, authoritative guide, packed with Insider Tips. Discover boutique hotels, authentic restaurants, the region\'s trendiest places, and get tips on shopping and what to do on a limited budget. There are plenty of ideas for travel with kids, and a summary of all the festivals

\"Clever, steamy... with] a deliciously wicked sense of humor that readers will gobble up.\"--Katie MacAlister Readers simply can\'t get their fill of bestselling author Lynsay Sands\'s paranormal romance series featuring the Argeneau family of vampires--and Hungry for You is another satisfying feast of sizzling passion and winning humor. Fans of Charlaine Harris and her Sookie Stackhouse books will

1946. Europe is in ruins. Millions dream of finding happiness somewhere else, and 14 year-old Felix is one of them. When he\'s offered a journey to somewhere far away, he seizes the opportunity. So does someone very dear to him, even though she wasn\'t actually invited. They have high hopes for their new land. But before Felix and Anya can embrace the love and friendship of their new world, they must

Stochastic Finance provides an introduction to mathematical finance that is unparalleled in its accessibility. Through classroom testing, the authors have identified common pain points for students, and their approach takes great care to help the reader to overcome these difficulties and to foster understanding where comparable texts often do not. Written for advanced undergraduate students, and making

A little girl makes sure she walks out of the barbershop rocking the fabulous hair style she chooses. Learn the importance of speaking up for what you want through this fun and empowering picture book. When a little girl walks into her local barbershop, she knows she wants the flyest, freshest fade on the block! But there are so many beautiful hairstyles to choose from, and the clients and her mother

This full-color parody of the all-time bestselling guide for new and expectant parents takes a humorous look at pregnancy and childbirth through the eyes of our faithful canine companions. Includes answers to the most frequently asked questions: -Why does Mom smell funny?-Why did her tummy kick me? -Is stretch mark cream edible?-Do hospitals take

\"Robert Cornell has written a wise and practical book for our times. A book that beautifully integrates psychological health and well-being with a genuine spiritual path.\" Roshi Robert Joshin Althouse, Zen Life & Meditation Center, Chicago \"This is a book that bears witness to a life-long journey of intense self-understanding and is an exquisite exploration of the oft-heard spiritual injunction

Plato, the great philosopher of Athens, was born in 427 BCE. In early manhood an admirer of Socrates, he later founded the famous school of philosophy in the grove Academus. Much else recorded of his life is uncertain; that he left Athens for a time after Socrates\' execution is probable; that later he went to Cyrene, Egypt, and Sicily is possible; that he was wealthy is likely; that he was critical

Napoleon\'s invasion of Egypt in 1798 was the first attack on a Middle Eastern country by a Western power in modern times. He was just twenty-eight when he invaded Egypt and it was an episode which contained in embryo many seminal events in his later life. This work looks at his epic military victories and his declaration of himself as

Presenting an account of the author\'s childhood in Czechoslovakia, this title features the tales of the his father\'s battle to provide for his family both in wealthy freedom and in terrifying

All On-Your-Feet Guide orders receive FREE SHIPPING! Use code SHIPOYFG at check out. In this easy-to-use but comprehensive guide to Interactive Read-Alouds, teachers will learn what they are, how to prepare before, during and after an Interactive Read-Aloud, and how to assess it. In this On-Your-Feet Guide, teachers will find: Lesson outline included with \"What the teacher says/does and What the

A long-awaited update of the classic equine massage referenceFully revised and updated, this new edition provides step-by-step instructions and more than 180 photographs and diagrams to help riders and professionals alike master equine massage techniques. This authoritative guide provides detailed information about massage movements, pressures, rhythms, and sequences. It includes: An introduction to

\"Riveting...An elegantly composed study, important and even timely\" (Kirkus Reviews, starred review) history of the Third Reich--how Adolf Hitler and a core group of Nazis rose from obscurity to power and plunged the world into World War II.In \"the new definitive volume on the subject\" (Houston Press), Thomas Childers shows how the young Hitler became passionately political and anti-Semitic as

Tracing the origins of modern political thought through three sets of arguments over history, morality, and freedom In this wide-ranging work, Michael Sonenscher traces the origins of modern political thought and ideologies to a question, raised by Immanuel Kant, about what is involved in comparing individual human lives to the whole of human history. How can we compare them, or understand the results

Listen for the voice of God. If you approach this Advent season waiting for something--in your life, in your family or community, or in a fractured world--you are not alone. This season reminds us that our waiting is not wasted. Even in our longest nights, divine work endures. What if we were free enough to do the same? ​ Drawing on lectionary scripture readings from the Old and New Testaments and

When we have difficult questions, the Bible has answers. Join Rick Warren, pastor and New York Times bestselling author, as he invites us to take a closer look at key biblical figures and the ways in which they faced difficult questions and challenges in their daily lives. In God\'s Answers to Life\'s Difficult Questions, Warren uses stories from scripture to teach us that the Bible is filled with

Motivate second-grade students to learn fundamental skills with At-Home Tutor: Math! Developed by teachers, the straightforward and engaging activities in this full-color workbook are perfect for enrichment and to help prepare children for the next grade level. Each colorful activity focuses on a curriculum-based skill, covering: Addition & Subtraction Regrouping Greater Than/Less Than Time Money