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Author: E. M. Lewis Publisher: Samuel French, Inc. ISBN: 0573697388 Category : Drama Languages : en Pages : 89
Book Description
Max Forrestal is going to fail biology if he doesn't complete a 20-page paper on extinction by 2pm on Tuesday, but his mother, Lily, is dying of cancer, and school is the last thing on his mind. His father, Ellery, a biologist obsessed with saving a rare Bolivian insect, is incapable of dealing with his wife's impending death, or his son's distress. Max's biology teacher, Khim Phan, tries to figure out why Max is failing the class. Helping Max, however, pushes Khim into a magical journey of his own, from the Cambodian fields of his youth into the undiscovered country beyond.
Author: E. M. Lewis Publisher: Samuel French, Inc. ISBN: 0573697388 Category : Drama Languages : en Pages : 89
Book Description
Max Forrestal is going to fail biology if he doesn't complete a 20-page paper on extinction by 2pm on Tuesday, but his mother, Lily, is dying of cancer, and school is the last thing on his mind. His father, Ellery, a biologist obsessed with saving a rare Bolivian insect, is incapable of dealing with his wife's impending death, or his son's distress. Max's biology teacher, Khim Phan, tries to figure out why Max is failing the class. Helping Max, however, pushes Khim into a magical journey of his own, from the Cambodian fields of his youth into the undiscovered country beyond.
Author: Jane Bloomfield Publisher: ISBN: 9780908689910 Category : Languages : en Pages : 166
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"The adventures of schoolgirl Lily Max, who is obsessed with fashion, and whose greatest wish is to win her school's fancy dress ball"--Publisher information.
Author: Mohammed Ayya Publisher: Mohammed Ayya ISBN: Category : Juvenile Fiction Languages : en Pages : 25
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Bedtime Stories For Kids-Short Bedtime Stories Series Do you want to make your child fall asleep faster at night? Do you want your child to learn mindfulness while reading beautiful short stories? In this book, you will find a collection of stories written to help children enter a place of dreams and eventually drift off to sleep. These stories are intended to stir their imaginations in such a way that the transition from fantasy and adventure into dreamland will be a seamless one. Best of all, your children will be able to get a good night’s sleep and wake up feeling refreshed and happy. The chapters are designed to take you and your family on an exciting adventure through different situations, laden with imagination and surprises, while also attempting to disseminate valuable lessons about important principles, such as family, home, wrongdoing, and numerous other themes. While each story is unique, the underlying purpose of each remains the same: to confer on readers some degree of insight into moral behaviour and proper conduct. Through the careful application of allegory, the stories contained herein are intended not only to engage and captivate but also to serve as thought-provoking tools by which your children might avail themselves of one of mankind’s most powerful attributes: thoughtfulness and self-reflection. In addition, each story uses colourful and imaginative characters, settings, and situations to create an environment that will not only help children become interested in the story itself but also serve as a vehicle to convey a moral lesson. Plus, the stories in this book seek to create traditions and memories that will create everlasting moments that your children will treasure for the rest of their lives. These are the kind of moments that your children will surely love to share with their children someday, too. So, let’s jump right in and take a trip into a magical world from which your children will drift off in their sleep. Don’t be surprised if they don’t want to wake up after having such beautiful dreams. Dreamland is a cherished place for children of all ages. After all, it is a place where kids can truly let their imaginations flourish. This book includes: Bedtime stories that will truly captivate the young mind of your child Fun stories about animals, adventures, and legends A valuable lesson for each story In addition: They will put down their phones. This is a good way to encourage your child to go to sleep by listening to the scripts. Each story will enhance your child’s imagination and thinking. And Much More... Are you excited? Do you want to read more? Would you like your child to learn and relax, falling asleep in peace? Get our book now!
Author: Andy Croft Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing ISBN: 1472911970 Category : Juvenile Fiction Languages : en Pages : 31
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Max has always wanted to be in a circus. The problem is, he's useless at performing. He's incredibly clumsy, no good at acrobatics, and his tricks all go wrong, no matter what he does. But that doesn't stop him trying... When his school talent show is announced Max knows it's his time to shine. Can he prove to his friends and family once and for all that the circus is the place for him? Highly readable, exciting books that take the struggle out of reading, Wired Connect encourages and supports reading practice by providing gripping, age-appropriate stories for struggling and reluctant readers or those with English as an additional language aged 9+, at a manageable length (64 pages) and reading level (7+). Produced in association with reading experts at CatchUp, a charity which aims to address underachievement caused by literacy and numeracy difficulties.
Author: Peter D Langerman Publisher: Partridge Africa ISBN: 1482805197 Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 327
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Maxs Passage is a coming of age tale set in and around Cape Town and Johannesburg. The Lord Charles Somerset Private School in Cape Town forms the backdrop for the development of the relationship between Deputy Head Prefect Max Long and the enigmatic and beautiful Lily Solomon. The beauty of Cape Town is set against the brutality of Johannesburg as the threats to Max and Lilys relationship threaten to destroy them and those whom they love. In the end, will their love last, or will Lily leave Max to marry Dr Martin Wellman and save her family from financial ruin?
Author: Mohammed Ayya Publisher: Mohammed Ayya ISBN: Category : Juvenile Fiction Languages : en Pages : 24
Book Description
Bedtime Stories For Kids-Short Bedtime Stories Series Do you want to make your child fall asleep faster at night? Do you want your child to learn mindfulness while reading beautiful short stories? In this book, you will find a collection of stories written to help children enter a place of dreams and eventually drift off to sleep. These stories are intended to stir their imaginations in such a way that the transition from fantasy and adventure into dreamland will be a seamless one. Best of all, your children will be able to get a good night’s sleep and wake up feeling refreshed and happy. The chapters are designed to take you and your family on an exciting adventure through different situations, laden with imagination and surprises, while also attempting to disseminate valuable lessons about important principles, such as family, home, wrongdoing, and numerous other themes. While each story is unique, the underlying purpose of each remains the same: to confer on readers some degree of insight into moral behaviour and proper conduct. Through the careful application of allegory, the stories contained herein are intended not only to engage and captivate but also to serve as thought-provoking tools by which your children might avail themselves of one of mankind’s most powerful attributes: thoughtfulness and self-reflection. In addition, each story uses colourful and imaginative characters, settings, and situations to create an environment that will not only help children become interested in the story itself but also serve as a vehicle to convey a moral lesson. Plus, the stories in this book seek to create traditions and memories that will create everlasting moments that your children will treasure for the rest of their lives. These are the kind of moments that your children will surely love to share with their children someday, too. So, let’s jump right in and take a trip into a magical world from which your children will drift off in their sleep. Don’t be surprised if they don’t want to wake up after having such beautiful dreams. Dreamland is a cherished place for children of all ages. After all, it is a place where kids can truly let their imaginations flourish. This book includes: Bedtime stories that will truly captivate the young mind of your child Fun stories about animals, adventures, and legends A valuable lesson for each story In addition: They will put down their phones. This is a good way to encourage your child to go to sleep by listening to the scripts. Each story will enhance your child’s imagination and thinking. And Much More... Are you excited? Do you want to read more? Would you like your child to learn and relax, falling asleep in peace? Get our book now!
Author: AQEEL AHMED Publisher: AQEEL AHMED ISBN: 199881095X Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 36
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Here's a brief summary of the story: Lily and Max are two curious siblings who like to try new things. They go on an Arctic trip to a small town surrounded by snow-capped mountains. Their interest leads them to do research and make plans for the trip of a lifetime. They set out with their packs full of goods and a map they knew they could trust. They were ready to face cold forests and ice rivers. As Lily and Max continue on their trip, they see beautiful reindeer, marvel at the Northern Lights, and meet playful seals. Selma, a seal, talks to them and gives them advice, which is a treat. With Selma as their guide, they learn about the delicate balance of the Arctic and how important it is. From sudden snowstorms to fishing on the ice with smart Arctic animals, their trip tests their courage and ability to make do with what they have. They finally hear about the famous Crystal Glacier, which is thought to hold the secrets to the power of the Arctic. After climbing up cold walls and crossing crevasses, they find the glacier and a crystal ball that gives off warmth and knowledge. With the touch of the ball, they fixed a split that was upsetting the balance of the Arctic. This causes the Northern Lights to shine brightly. The Arctic Guardians gave them the Crystal Compass as a thank you. This will help them find their way on future trips. When they get back to their hamlet, Lily and Max tell them their stories. This makes them want to protect the environment and value natural wonders. Years later, Lily and Max get a mysterious letter that tells them to go back to the Arctic. The Northern Lights lead them back to Selma and the Guardians. The Guardians talk about a dangerous force that is upsetting the balance of the Arctic. Lily and Max collect magical shards of ice to bring people together. In the process, they learn how important unity, respect, and peace are. After dealing with storms and raging rivers, they get the bits and head back to the Gateway of Ice. They fix the split by calling on the magic of the Arctic, so the Northern Lights shine brighter above. Guardians, who are happy for them, give them the Crystal Compass. Because of how much they care, their hamlet becomes a source of motivation. As time goes on, Lily and Max's legacy grows, and their stories inspire new generations to explore, defend, and appreciate nature. The Crystal Compass is a sign of their connection to the magic of the Arctic and a promise that they will keep going on their quest. Their stories are passed down from generation to generation and serve as a symbol of unity. In the end, they go back to the Arctic and meet up with the Guardians and the Crystal Glacier. Their story comes full circle when they realize that they will always be linked to the Arctic. As they look at the Northern Lights, they understand that their journey hasn't ended. It's an expedition, a discovery, and a link between people and the natural world. How the story started: Once upon a time, Lily, and Max, two brave brothers, lived in a small village between two snowy mountains. They were known for being very interested and always wanting to go somewhere new. What is their latest obsession? The Arctic Circle! A small town that looked like it came from a fairy tale stood in a lonely part of the world where the land and sky met in a beautiful show of snow-capped peaks and endless blue. It was a place where time moved at its own slow pace and the air smelled of pine trees and new experiences. The town, which was tucked between two tall mountains, gave off an air of peace and quiet. It was a refuge from the chaos of modern life. Two amazing brothers lived in this beautiful place. Soon, their names would be linked to daring adventures and endless curiosity. Lily and Max were not like any other kids in the town. Their names were like musical notes that floated on the breeze. They were curious people who wanted to know more about the world. Their eyes shone like polished gems, and their hearts beat to the beat of wanderlust. Lily and Max were young when their curiosity was sparked like a flame in the middle of winter. This made them interested in new places. Every morning was a chance to start a new adventure, and each road was a doorway to a new world. Their eager interest had no limits, whether it was following the paths of the stars or figuring out what the wind was saying. But it wasn't just curiosity that drove them forward. They had an insatiable desire to find out more, like a hidden spring that was ready to burst forth and set its own path. Their whole town was full of stories and secrets, but it was the faraway places that drew them in with their promises of magic and new things to find. The Arctic then drew them in like the lightest snowfall that covers the whole world in a magical silence. Its vast and mysterious ice landscapes called to them like the song of a mermaid. The idea of a place where icebergs and glaciers ruled, and the northern lights danced like ghostly dancers in the sky became an obsession and a shared goal that tied Lily and Max together in a tapestry of dreams. Lily and Max stuck to their new hobby even as the seasons changed, and the neighborhood changed around them. They read every book and story about travelers who braved the cold to find out what was hidden in the Arctic. Their walls were covered with maps that were crisscrossed with paths that told tales of danger and bravery.
Author: Cynthia Voigt Publisher: Yearling ISBN: 0307976823 Category : Juvenile Fiction Languages : en Pages : 402
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Newbery medalist Cynthia Voigt presents a rollicking mystery in three acts! Max's parents are missing. They are actors, and thus unpredictable, but sailing away, leaving Max with only a cryptic note, is unusual even for them. Did they intend to leave him behind? Have they been kidnapped? Until he can figure it out, Max feels it's safer to keep a low profile. Hiding out is no problem for a child of the theater. Max has played many roles, he can be whoever he needs to be to blend in. But finding a job is tricky, no matter what costume he dons. Ironically, it turns out Max has a talent for finding things. He finds a runaway child, a stray dog, a missing heirloom, a lost love. . . . So is he a finder? A detective? No, it's more. Max finds a way to solve people's problems—he engineers better outcomes for them. He becomes Mister Max, Solutioneer. Now if only he could find a solution to his own problems . . .
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