Dave King
1) The Ha-Ha
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Language
English
Description
Howard Kapostash has not spoken in 30 years. Ever since a severe blow to the head during his days in the Army, words unravel in his mouth and letters on the page make no sense at all. Because of his extremely limited communication abilities, a small repertory of gestures and simple sounds, most people think he is disturbed. No one understands that Howard is still the same man he was before enlisting, still awed by the beauty of a landscape, still...
Author
Language
English
Description
During his time with Jesus Christ, the Apostle John knew Jesus love and was prepared for the mission that he was to have in his life. In this study of I, II, and III John, we can see how his time with Jesus affected what he communicated to churches some sixty years later, encouraging them to continue to follow Christ and avoiding the dangers of other philosophies of the day.
Author
Language
English
Formats
Description
In this fun, friendly primer, Dave King, acknowledged as a mountain biking "guru" by Sports Illustrated, opens the sport to everyone-young or old, athletic or not. Along the way, you'll discover how to keep fit, enjoy the great outdoors, and even change your outlook on life's everyday challenges.
With an approach the New York Times dubbed "Zen and the art of mountain biking," King has helped thousands of riders discover the sport, as founder and...
4) Cat
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Text and photographs present the anatomy, behavior, habitats, and other aspects of wild and domestic cats.
5) Seashore
Author
Series
Publisher
Distributed by Random House
Pub. Date
1989
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Brief text and photos introduce the animal inhabitants of the seashore, including fish, crustaceans, snails, and shore birds.
6) Music
Author
Series
Pub. Date
1989
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Text and pictures introduce musical instruments from early times to the present--from pipes and flutes to electronic synthesizers.
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Pub
Pub. Date
2004
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
A photo essay tracing the history and development of aircraft from hot-air balloons to jetliners. Includes information on the principles of flight and the inner workings of various flying machines.
8) Elephant
Author
Series
Publisher
Distributed by Random House
Pub. Date
1993
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Discusses elephants, their physiology, behavior, evolution, relatives, uses by humans, and conservation.
10) Arms & armor
Author
Series
Publisher
Distributed by Random House
Pub. Date
1988
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 8.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
A photo essay examining the design, construction, and uses of hand weapons and armor from a Stone Age axe to the revolvers and rifles of the Wild West.
13) Butterfly & moth
Author
Series
Publisher
Distributed by Random House
Pub. Date
1988
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 8.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Photographs and text explore the behavior and life cycles of butterflies and moths, examining mating rituals, camouflage, habitat, and growth from pupa to larva to adult.
14) Shell
Author
Series
Publisher
Dorling Kindersley
Pub. Date
2000, c1989
Language
English
Description
Photographs and text examine different types of shells, including seashells, eggshells, and fossil shells, focusing on such aspects as how shells camouflage themselves and how they may be collected.