A classic of American humor, the adventures of a house painter and his brood of high-stepping penguins have delighted children for generations. "Here is a book to read aloud in groups of all ages. There is not an extra or misplaced word in the whole story."--"The Horn Book." Newbery Honor Book.
Shelley Marn is a Californian student on holiday in Europe. She meets a young English couple, Clare and Nick Herman. The Hermans ask Shelley to have lunch with them. Shelley agrees, but strangely, she never arrives. Why? What has happened?'
An essential guide to playing fantasy soccer, this guide takes an in-depth look at the secrets to success both for the rookie manager and the more experienced fantasy gamer looking to boost his or her results. With results of the most "profitable" stars from past seasons and tips on where to go for crucial information, this in-depth guide will improve readers' odds at winning.
The bestselling landmark account of the first emergence of the Ebola virus. A highly infectious, deadly virus from the central African rain forest suddenly appears in the suburbs of Washington, D.C. There is no cure. In a few days 90 percent of its victims are dead. A secret military SWAT team of soldiers and scientists is mobilized to stop the outbreak of this exotic "hot" virus. The Hot Zone …