"Late one night two travel-weary miners, Philip Arnold and John Slack, show up at a businessman's office in San Francisco. The miners seem nervous. They've got something that needs to be locked in a safe overnight. What is it? Well, that really has to stay secret, but it's...DIAMONDS! And lots of them. Had these two miners just discovered America's first diamond mine? Well, this is the Gold Rush era after all. Plenty of people are striking it rich. Anything is possible. When word of the find hits the streets, diamond fever sweeps the country. Wealthy investors are desperate to elbow Arnold and Slack aside and seize control -- but can they persuade the miners to reveal the location of their bonanza? At the same time, thousands of prospectors fan out across the mountains and deserts of the West -- will one of them find the site before greedy bankers grab everything for themselves?" -- Publisher's website.

"When Carmen tries to tell her parents that there is a big fart lying on her bed, they don't believe her. "Good families like ours," they tell her, "do not have farts." But when they go upstairs to see, the fart attacks them--as it does the similarly disbelieving police when they arrive. Carmen is left to deal with the situation on her own, which she does with the help of a rose."-- Provided by publisher.

"A riveting picture book about a little-known piece of WWII history where a troop of artists put on a traveling show of deception and misled Hitler's forces again and again. During World War II, a 1,100-man unit known as the Ghost Army was sent to Europe with an important mission: mislead Hitler's forces as to the size and location of Allied troops so that those troops would have time to carry out urgent plans of their own. This unit of artists, musicians, actors, architects, set designers, and engineers came together to construct "shadow soldiers" and put on a traveling show of deception for over twenty different campaigns throughout the war, using everything from fake radio transmissions to inflatable tanks to convince the enemy of their presence"-- Provided by publisher.

"The conversation around menopause has finally shifted toward helping women navigate this transition and easing their symptoms. But, as nurse practitioner and women's wellness advocate Cynthia Thurlow illustrates in this paradigm-shifting book, medical advice for women at this stage of life has overlooked an essential piece: The powerful connection between our gut and our health as we age. As The Menopause Gut explains, the composition of the gut microbiome shifts over the course of a woman's lifetime, peaking at age 40. Cutting-edge research suggests a bidirectional relationship between our estrogen and progesterone levels and our microbes. As our hormones shift, we become much more vulnerable to inflammation, which impacts our immune function, metabolism, mood, cognition, bone health and much more. But there are simple steps we can take to get our gut, and our health, back on track. Cynthia guides readers on how to: Combat bone loss through targeted exercise and nutrition Replace hidden gut disruptors with fiber-rich foods that balance our weight Practice cutting-edge stress management techniques that work Realign our circadian rhythm and prioritize rest Restore our immune systems by resolving leaky gut Understand the benefits of hormone replacement therapy Actionable and life changing, The Menopause Gut will inspire and empower women to take charge of their health in midlife"-- Provided by publisher.

"The ambitious Team-Up Missions Program pairs groups of aspiring heroes with pro heroes to go on action-packed missions! Although Izuku Midoriya and his U.A. High friends are thrilled to participate, there's just one catch--there's no telling who will be teamed up with whom! From top heroes to students from other classes and schools, anyone could be on the same team. The ever-cheery Hado is handling a beautification drive, and who better to help her than the ever-grumpy Bakugo? Then, Yaoyorozu gets to know Ashido and Uraraka better by waging war over a blowout sale! Also includes "Endeavor's Mission,"a prequel story to the My Hero Academia: World Heroes' Mission film!"--Back cover.

Based on the popular nursery rhyme Five Little Ducks, this adorably spooky board book is the perfect treat for babies and toddlers this Halloween. With an interactive slider on every page and bright colors throughout, children will love to count along as they repeat the rhyme while on the hunt for Mommy Ghost's playful little Ghosts, who all shout, "BOO!."

"Calling all Little Explorers! Let's find out what happens at the fire station and meet some of the amazing people who work there! Lift the flaps to learn about the protective clothes firefighters wear, watch how they tackle a burning blaze, and discover what's under the fire engine doors. Are you ready? It's time to go inside!"--Back cover

"Warning: This book might make you feel like a monumental success. In this book you'll meet the senior who ruined a priceless artwork, the ancient Chinese inventor who tried to launch himself into space using kites, and the chauffeur who took a wrong turn and accidentally started World War I. This hilarious book shows some of the epic fails that have changed our world and others that have left us wondering what were they thinking?!" -- Back cover.

In this picture book, a young girl makes a series of imaginative and impossible requests of her mother. As the mother responds with humor and honesty, she explains the things she cannot do while reassuring her daughter of her enduring love and care. Accompanied by illustrations, the story explores family relationships, affection, and the ways parents express love in everyday life.

Count down to Halloween with 13 sealed short stories! Bump in the Night features 13 chilling tales to tingle kids' spines...without keeping them up all night. Perfect for reading in the lead-up to Halloween, each story features full-color artwork and is sealed with a sticker for kids to peel open and reveal the frights and delights within. Whether readers open one story per day, or tear into them all at once, this collection will set the stage for a very special spooky season.

Fox depends on his friend Star to light the forest paths as he forages for beetles, runs with the rabbits, and dances in the rain until one night when Star does not appear and Fox must journey beyond the world he knows in search of his missing Star.

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Spot the puppy spends a fun-filled day on the beach with his parents. Flaps conceal parts of the illustrations.

"Secret riches and explosive danger. Can this young teen discover the power of following His example and embracing complete trust in God? Corolla, NC, the 1980s. Gary Fitzpatrick can't wait to explore the beach. Thrilled to help his uncle run an ice cream parlor, he and his brothers are admonished by their grumpy downstairs neighbor who isn't about to put up with any noisy shenanigans. But when he heads to investigate a terrified whinny coming from the backyard, he finds one of the area's majestic horses caught in a chain with a tranquilizer dart stuck in its side. Rewarded with a gruff friendship from the old local, the quick-witted teenager's imagination runs wild when the man pulls out a weathered treasure map. But as soon as he seeks an expert for an appraisal of the antique object, someone breaks in and steals the precious document. Hunting for clues at home and the lighthouse, can Gary expose the truth?" -- Back cover

"Celebrate Halloween with the Owl family in this joyful, rhyming board book."-- Publisher's website.

"A boy hoping to relax. A harvest that needs to be sold. Will his discouragement blind him to the lessons God is teaching? Gary Fitzpatrick is exhausted. After traveling across the country in a fruitless search for the surgeon who amputated his leg, the sensitive thirteen-year-old and his brothers just want rest. But they're barely through the door at home when he learns their mom is busy caring for an abandoned baby and needs them to manage the community garden. Further frustrated when their $500 prize money goes missing, the weary boy is mildly relieved after they get permission to sell their own goods in addition to the produce at market. But when they discover running a business isn't as easy as it looks and an accident gets them kicked out in disgrace, Gary struggles to follow his father's advice and focus on faith. As the weeds of trouble grow wild, can he stifle his anger to remain strong and obedient?"--Page 4 of cover.

A quick look at various weather phenomenon using vivid color photos.

"Summer 1987. Gary Fitzpatrick is trying not to get frustrated. But as he and his brothers continue their search for the missing doctor who amputated his leg, they are running out of money. So when the trail leads them to a small Iowa town on the Mississippi river, they enter a fishing content in hopes of winning the cash they need. Maiking friends with an autistic boy who's a good angler, the siblings are shocked to discover the vanished physician had rented a room in their new pal's house. But with the forwarding address locked in a safe with a lost combination and other contestants cheating to the prize, Gary fears their quest is coming to an unsatisfying end. When something smells fishy, can the trio reel in the truth?"-- Back cover.

"These youngsters are studying goodness. But have they just stumbled upon an act of evil? Gary Fitzpatrick senses he's closing in on the truth. So when he, his uncle, and his brothers roll into a hot Illinois town, the thirteen-year-old believes this time he'll finally be able to speak to the doctor who amputated his leg. But before he can start his quest for answers, the teen detectives are intrigued when they spy an ambulance carrying a patient from a chocolate shop. Learning that the victim had been poisoned by his dining partner, Gary and his brothers set to work unraveling the mystery. But as their hunt for evidence takes them across the community, the team of teenaged detectives is startled to learn that the physician they're looking for may be caught up in the same nasty scandal...Can Gary and his siblings solve the case and locate the secretive surgeon? Fire in the Feed Mill is the fast-paced sixth book in the Brady Street Boys Adventure Series. If you like persistent heroes, Christian values, and clever whodunits, then you'll love Katrina Hoover Lee's engrossing story." -- Amazon.com.

"Gary Fitzpatrick feels hope slipping away. Learning the missing doctor who removed his leg is being sued, his heart plummets and he tells his dad it's time to give up. But when his father reminds him of the value of temperance and staying steady, the intelligent boy takes a deep breath and rethinks his path. Now ready to accept whatever awaits him on the hunt along with his siblings and his beloved uncle, the sensitive teenager resolves to finish the quest. And as the trail leads to the library, an apartment, and a surprising clue pointing to northern Michigan, he's off on an exhilarating plane flight to embrace his destiny. Will his journey's conclusion bring joy and enlightenment, or will Gary find nothing but a dead end?"-- Back cover.

"Little Mikey is scared of everything. He's certain there are creepy crawlies hidden under the rug. He sleeps with his light on to keep the monsters at bay. He's scared of sharks and snakes even ladders and slides and it all makes him incredibly sad. But when he stumbles upon an old book that tells the tale of a young boy prince who must to protect a kingless kingdom from hordes of dragons, there's a chance Mikey might discover that his fears are not quite as big as they seem...." -- (back cover)

"Filled with vibrant illustrations and a compelling story, children will be captivated by the adventures of their favorite DC Super Heroes." -- (Source of summary not specified).

What were the dinosaurs like? Shine a light behind the page and see ... Explore an amazing world that existed millions of years ago, when extraordinary animals, such as the fierce Tyrannosaurus rex and the speedy Compsognathus, roamed the land.

This illustrated poetry and informational picture book by Melissa Stewart and Sarah S. Brannen examines the characteristics and life cycles of monarch and mourning cloak butterflies. Through poems and informational sidebars, the book compares the habitats, diets, behaviors, and survival strategies of these two species, highlighting similarities and differences. Designed for young readers, it combines literary and scientific approaches to introduce concepts in natural science.