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61) Parrots
Author
Series
Publisher
Windmill Books
Pub. Date
c2012
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.9 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
32 p : ill. ; 29 cm.
Language
English
Description
Parrots are not merely copycats. They are among the smartest birds in the world. Not only can they mimic human speech, there is also evidence they can understand word meanings and form simple sentences independently. Through vibrant images and accessible text, these talkative birds are shown to be much more than a pirates sidekick.
Author
Publisher
Hachette Books
Pub. Date
2017.
Edition
First edition.
Physical Desc
278 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm
Language
English
Description
"Our feline companions are much-loved but often mysterious. In The Inner Life of Cats, Thomas McNamee blends scientific reportage with engaging, illustrative anecdotes about his own beloved cat, Augusta, to explore and illuminate the secrets and enigmas of her kind"--
Author
Publisher
Candlewick Press
Pub. Date
2020.
Edition
First edition.
Physical Desc
1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 28 cm
Language
English
Description
Norman is one amazing goldfish! His owner knows Norman is sure to dazzle the crowd at Pet-O-Rama with his circles, bubbles, and flips--even though some kids don't think a goldfish is a good pet. But when Norman is finally on stage, he freezes up and hides behind his plant. Poor Norman! Luckily, his owner plays a familiar song on the tuba, helping Norman to relax and show the crowd how amazing he really is. The popular stars of Not Norman return in...
Author
Publisher
Harcourt
Accelerated Reader
IL: UG - BL: 5.7 - AR Pts: 16
Physical Desc
xii, 319 p. ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Formats
Description
Possessing encyclopedia-like intelligence, unusual zookeeper's son Pi Patel sets sail for America, but when the ship sinks, he escapes on a life boat and is lost at sea with a dwindling number of animals until only he and a hungry Bengal tiger remain.
65) The Owl Keeper
Author
Publisher
Delacorte Press
Pub. Date
c2010
Edition
1st ed.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.4 - AR Pts: 11
Physical Desc
306 p. : ill. ; 22 cm.
Language
English
Description
Eleven-year-old Max partners with an unusual girl, Rose, who shares his appreciation of the silver owls that the High Echelon wants to destroy, and together they make a perilous journey seeking to fulfill a prophecy.
Author
Publisher
Peachtree Publishing Company Inc
Pub. Date
2022.
Edition
First edition
Physical Desc
1 volume (unpaged) color illustrations ; 26 x 30 cm
Language
English
Description
"One day, a child finds a polar bear in their garden. But this is no ordinary polar bear ; it can fit in the palm of the child's hand! As the days of the week go by from Monday to Sunday, the polar bear grows bigger and bigger. Soon, the child knows they must see the polar bear home safely"--Front jacket flap.
67) Mastiffs
Author
Series
Publisher
Gareth Stevens Pub
Pub. Date
c2012
Edition
1st ed.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.7 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
24 p : ill. ; 23 cm.
Language
English
Description
The mastiff is a very old breed. So old, that there are records of mastiffs dating back to 3000 BC. In this book, readers learn the long history of these big dogs while observing beautiful photographs of the breed. From how to care for a mastiff to its gentle personality, this book includes interesting information for dog lovers everywhere.
68) A gift from Bob
Author
Publisher
Thomas Dunne Books/St. Martin's Press
Pub. Date
2015.
Edition
First U.S. edition.
Physical Desc
172 pages : illustrations ; 22 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Bob Fever has swept the globe, with A Street Cat Named Bob vaulting its way to #7 on The New York Times bestseller list in its first week on sale. With rights sold to 27 countries around the globe and a top spot on the British bestseller list for more than a year, this book has been a smashing success around the world. As Street Cat Bob and James spend a cold and challenging December on the streets together, James once more draws strength and inspiration...
69) On animals
Author
Publisher
Avid Reader Press, an imprint of Simon & Schuster, Inc
Pub. Date
2021.
Edition
First Avid Reader Press hardcover edition.
Physical Desc
241 pages : illustrations ; 25 cm
Language
English
Description
"A lifetime of musings, meditations, and in-depth profiles about animals"--
70) Surfer dog
Author
Publisher
Orca Book Publishers
Pub. Date
2018.
Physical Desc
1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 29 cm
Language
English
Description
"In this vibrantly illustrated picture book, a boy and a dog share a special friendship and a love of surfing."--
72) Dolphin tale 2
Language
English
Formats
Description
It has been several years since young Sawyer Nelson and the dedicated team at the Clearwater Marine Hospital, headed by Dr. Clay Haskett, rescued Winter. With the help of Dr. Cameron McCarthy, who developed a unique prosthetic tail for the injured dolphin, they were able to save her life. Yet their fight is not over. Winter's surrogate mother, the very elderly dolphin Panama, has passed away, leaving Winter without the only poolmate she has ever known....
73) Great danes
Author
Series
Publisher
Gareth Stevens Pub
Pub. Date
c2012
Edition
1st ed.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.1 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
24 p : ill. ; 23 cm.
Language
English
Description
Despite their misleading name, Great Danes actually come from Germany, not Denmark. In this book, readers will learn many more facts about this dog that can grow to a height of more than 6-feet tall. With vivid photographs and descriptions of the breed's look and temperament, this book introduces readers to a dog with a rich history.
Author
Series
Secret zoo volume 3
Publisher
Greenwillow Books
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.1 - AR Pts: 8
Language
English
Description
Having discovered a magical society beneath the exhibits at the Clarksville City Zoo where animals and humans live harmoniously together as equals, Noah and his friends must protect the secret zoo at all costs.
75) Best buddies
Author
Publisher
Capstone Editions, a Capstone imprint
Pub. Date
[2023]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.1 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 21 cm
Language
English
Description
Best Buddies introduces a boy-and-dog duo who are BEST FRIENDS and who do EVERYTHING together! But what happens when the boy goes to school? Discover how a clever boy with Down syndrome and his beloved pup come up with the perfect solution?
Author
Publisher
Hyperion
Pub. Date
2009
Edition
1st ed.
Accelerated Reader
IL: UG - BL: 8 - AR Pts: 12
Physical Desc
271 p. : ill. ; 22 cm.
Language
English
Description
The author presents a tribute to his late golden retriever, Trixie, that describes his family's adoption of the retired service animal, the numerous lessons he learned throughout their relationship, and the family's grief upon her passing.
Author
Series
The masterpiece adventures volume 2
Publisher
Henry Holt and Company
Pub. Date
[2015]
Edition
First edition.
Physical Desc
104 pages : color illustrations ; 22 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Marvin the beetle is going collecting with his family. All is good and well until Uncle Albert gets hurt. Marvin needs his human friend James's help to save Uncle Albert before it's too late"--
78) One good dog
Author
Publisher
St. Martin's Press
Pub. Date
2010
Edition
1st ed.
Physical Desc
310 p. ; 22 cm.
Language
English
79) Therapy horses
Author
Series
Publisher
Bearport Pub. Co
Pub. Date
2007
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.9 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
32 p. : col. ill. ; 26 cm.
Language
English
Author
Publisher
Sylvan Dell Pub
Pub. Date
2010
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.9 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
[32] p. : col. ill. ; 26 cm.
Language
English
Description
A story of a young boy whose dog is diagnosed with cancer. The boy becomes a loving caretaker to his dog, who undergoes the same types of treatments as a human under similar circumstances. (From book)