Animal Story Chapter

In Book Three of Holly Webb's The Mysteries of Maisie Hitchins, 12-year-old Maisie and her dog Eddie are invited to join Maisie's friend Alice on a trip to the country. It's lovely to get away from the London smog, but there is something strange about the manor where the girls are staying. Odd noises, horrid smells, and sightings of a spectral cat keep them up at night. Has Alice's father rented a haunted house? There must be a logical explanation, and Maisie plans to use her detecting skills to find out what it is!

Did you ever look carefully at a spider's webs? Did you ever wonder what causes thunder and lighting? Why do dogs chase cats? Why does it look like there's a man in the moon? In this delightful recording of tales from around the world, each story explains why an animal, plant, or natural object looks or acts the way it does.

City kid Corbett (Griffy) Griffith III is back at Whispering Pines Lodge for the summer, ready to leave his family troubles behind. When he and Pike help clean up after a massive storm, they uncover ancient artifacts hidden by the waters of Lost Land Lake. As they research the artifacts, they find themselves in a battle against a cunning, desperate archaeologist. The rewards of this prehistoric discovery belong to a new friend, and Griffy is determined to help save his business no matter what. The boys won’t abandon a friend. No way. It’s do or die now. Can they protect their find?

Lily, an elegant Arabian mare, lives on Nelson Farm surrounded by athletic performance horses. She shares her stall with a goat named Walter and a cat named Boo. Together they observe life on the busy farm, a life that she cannot participate in. Lily has every comfort at Nelson Farm but she does not have a person to call her own, and she is beginning to wonder if she ever will.

Enter the magical animal world through the imaginations of Beatrix Potter, Rudyard Kipling and E. Nesbit, beautifully retold by Nicki White and Matt Stewart.

Age Level: 6-9 U.S. Grade Level: 1-3 Written by a Kid, for a Cause! 10-year-old Rosie wants to make a difference for animals in need, but she isn't old enough to volunteer at the local animal shelter. So, she took a different approach—writing a book! All royalties from "Hope's Kitten" will be donated to support a local animal shelter, helping to care for and find homes for stray and abandoned animals. When 10-year-old Hope discovers a sick kitten behind a dumpster, she takes it upon herself to nurse it back to health, despite her mother's allergies and disapproval. With the help of her ...

Sixth book in the Arthur series - Arthur's Cars, Trucks and Monster Machines.

Cuento de Navidad para niños *********************************** Todos sabemos que hay magia que cada año viene, En que se aproxima la Navidad y cuando cae la nieve, En una pequeña villa toda llena de iluminación, Un hombre de nieve estaba de guardia con dedicación.

The Mountain of Gathering hides between the lines of Genesis 7:14-15; it is the colorfully illustrated epic backstory of the animal’s journey to Noah’s Ark. Those familiar with the Bible will find countless symbols, themes, and events drawn from Scripture, metaphorically portrayed throughout. The story begins with a remnant, the chosen among the species of the Earth, who are blessed with unique spiritual gifts for completing a perilous quest. Guided by their prophetic dreams, these animals sense they are on the edge of a great precipice. They heed a peculiar calling as they are drawn to...

City kid Corbett “Griffy” Griffith III can’t wait for summer vacation to begin. The twelve-year-old’s annual trip to his uncle’s fishing resort promises more than adventure and mischief this time around. It offers Griffy a much-needed break from his mom’s new boyfriend in Chicago. When a vicious snakehead fish is caught in Lost Land Lake, the summer takes a sudden and disastrous turn. Strange events lead Griffy to one disappointment after another. He and Pike must unravel a mystery that pits them against a trusted friend and an invasive species fierce enough to ruin the lake and...

Ruffleclaw is a furry, red monster who lives under a toolshed, and he's sick of eating bugs. When he decides to move in with a family of humans, he climbs right into bed with a boy named Tommy. Tommy wants to keep Ruffleclaw as a pet, but it won't be easy. Ruffleclaw makes huge messes - he spits, he drinks shampoo, and he eats everything in the fridge...along with the plates! Can Tommy teach his monster to behave?

A sheep, a bear, and a pelican become best friends. They decide to go on a vacation together to the Amazon jungle to meet new friends. What happens on their adventure? Listen to the book and find out. This is an excellent audiobook for beginning and early listeners. Each story is fun and exciting. Also includes some funny jokes. These short stories are great for listening aloud with friends and family at home or school.

Woogy is a very shy wolf, but he does not want anyone to know! Wolves are usually known for their bravery. He is best friends with Jessie the rabbit. Follow the adventures of Woogy and Jesse, and find out if Woogy can overcome his shyness!

Al lives in the Louisiana bayou with his friends and family. He's a very adventurous and curious little alligator and has lots of fun with his friends. There's only one thing about Al that doesn't make sense. He's afraid of murky water. Can he overcome his fear and swim in the swamp? Follow the adventures of Al E. Gator and find out.

Mama and Papa have always told their chicks never to have anything to do with strangers. But the sly fox disguises himself as a little lamb and tries to trick the chicks into going with him. His early attempts fail because Clucky listens to Papa and Mama. The fox finally succeeds by promising delicious corn to lure some of the chicks. After a horrifying experience, Clucky's sister Wendy escapes and realizes the importance of always listening to her parents and never talking to strangers.

Cheeps is an adventurous little chick. He is curious about what's on the other side of the fence. One day he decides to find out (with the help of his best friend, Chuck). Little do they know, there's a fox nearby. What happens next?

The travelling life of the caravan and its occupants provide the opportunity for Rabbit to share these tales with other animals they meet, and they join Caravan Bear, Whitby, and Freddie in listening - and learning from - the stories. He is frequently interrupted by questions from his listeners, the kind of questions any child - or adult - might ask. The real and often humorous events that happen to Rabbit and his friends are mirrored by the stories from the bible, enabling children to realise that the stories have relevance and meaning today.

It is five days until Christmas, and Winston has a Very Curious Mystery to solve. He has hazy rememberings of another mouse, and he just knows that someone very important to him is lost. After promising Oliver that he will be back in time for Christmas, no matter what, Winston sets out on an exciting round-the-world adventure to find the missing mouse, helped along the way by wonderful old friends and delightful new ones, too.

Enjoy three amazing pony stories in this fantastic collection by the Amazon best-selling author of The Riverdale Pony Stories, Amanda Wills. This exciting edition contains "The Midnight Pony", "Juno’s Foal", and "The Pony of Tanglewood Farm".

Abby's Tale; Memoir of a Rescued Horse tells the story of a young horse who is taken from her mother too soon. She sets herself against humans, even the ones that are trying to help her. In her own words, Abilene describes her "rescue" (which felt more like a kidnapping), adapting to her new life (with the help of friends), and learning to trust humans again. Abby's Tale is a tender and sometimes humorous story to be enjoyed by horse lover's of all ages. Based on an actual adoption story and filled with beautiful photography. A wonderful short chapter book to be read and cherished over and ...