Ammi-Joan Paquette draws inspiration from childhood games with her sister, games that evoked a shivery thrill. This energy fueled her writing of a spooky picture book, which eventually became A Ghost in the House. Beyond her own writing, Paquette also works as a literary agent representing children's book authors. She resides with her family near Boston.
The story explores the poignant relationship between Emilia and her Grandpa as they nurture a walnut tree together, symbolizing growth and the passage of time. As the tree flourishes, Grandpa's health declines, ultimately leading to a heartfelt farewell. This touching narrative highlights themes of love, loss, and the enduring bonds of family across generations.
"Did you know studies have shown that too many fidget spinners spinning in the same direction can potentially have adverse effects on the earth's magnetic field? Or that there's a company that can turn your deceased loved one's remains into a diamond? Or that the loudest sound in history was made by the eruption of a volcano in 1883, whose echoing blast circled the planet twice? Every story in this book is strange and astounding, but one out of every three is an outright lie. Picking out the fakes isn't as easy as you think, however. Some false stories are based on truth, and some of the true stories are just plain unbelievable! Don't be fooled by the photos that accompany each story -- it's going to take all your smarts and some clever research to ferret out the truth. From a man who gave himself an appendectomy to radio signals from other planets to eagles that have been trained to take out spy drones, the stories in this book will amaze you! Just don't believe everything you read..." -- (Source of summary not specified.)
A poignant board book series about the power and potential our bodies hold. MY HANDS CAN is the first book in a series of three that showcase the body’s amazing abilities—from the straightforward to the meaningful. This series will provide young readers with a deep understanding and appreciation of everything their hands can do, and invite them to look beyond what’s known and obvious. Written in a lyrical, affectionate tone, and illustrated in bright, warm colors, this book celebrates bodies everywhere and is sure to spark wonder, love, and respect for everything hands can do.
Slip-sliding his way through a haunted house, a little ghost is joined by a shuffling mummy, a happy little monster, and other ghoulish friends before discovering the scariest creature in the house.
Exploring the theme of self-empowerment, this board book encourages young readers to recognize and celebrate the capabilities of their bodies. Through engaging illustrations and heartfelt text, it highlights the importance of body positivity and the unique potential within each individual. This installment continues the series' mission to inspire confidence and appreciation for oneself from an early age.
<strong>Crazy-but-true stories about history, geography, and human achievement make this acclaimed nonfiction series perfect for fans of curiosities and wonders. A fun way for middle graders to explore ways to separate fact from fiction. </strong><strong>This nonfiction chapter book is an excellent choice to share during homeschooling, in particular for children ages 7 to 9 who are reading independently. It’s a fun way to keep your child engaged and as a supplement for activity books for children.</strong> Did you know that a young girl once saved an entire beach community from a devastating tsunami thanks to something she learned in her fourth-grade geography lesson? Or that there is a person alive today who generates her own magnetic field? Or how about the fact that Benjamin Franklin once challenged the Royal Academy of Brussels to devise a way to make farts smell good? Welcome to <em>Two Truths and a Lie: Histories and Mysteries</em>! You know the<em> </em>game: Every story in this book is strange<em> </em>and astounding, but one out of every<em> </em>three is an outright lie. Can you guess<em> </em>which stories are the facts and which are<em> </em>the fakes? It’s not going to be easy. Some<em> </em>false stories are based on truth, and some<em> </em>of the true stories are just plain unbelievable!<em> </em>Don’t be fooled by the photos that<em> </em>accompany each story—it’s going to take<em> </em>all your smarts and some clever research<em> </em>to root out the alternative facts.<em></em> From a train that transported dead people to antique photos of real fairies to a dog who was elected mayor, the stories in this book will amaze you! Just don’t believe everything you read. . . .
<strong>“Considering the fresh attention being paid to teaching a skeptical approach to information evaluation, this series opener couldn’t be better timed. A brief but savvy guide to responsible research methods adds further luster to this crowd pleaser.” —ALA <em>Booklist</em> (starred review)</strong> <strong><em>Two Truths and a Lie</em> is the first book in a fascinating new series that presents some of the most crazy-but-true stories about the living world as well as a handful of stories that are too crazy to be true—and asks readers to separate facts from fakes! </strong><strong>This nonfiction chapter book is an excellent choice to share during homeschooling, in particular for children ages 7 to 9 who are reading independently. It’s a fun way to keep your child engaged and as a supplement for activity books for children.</strong> Did you know that there is a fungus that can control the mind of an ant and make it do its bidding? Would you believe there is such a thing as a corpse flower—a ten-foot-tall plant with a blossom that smells like a zombie? How about a species of octopus that doesn’t live in water but rather lurks in trees in the Pacific Northwest? Every story in this book is strange and astounding. But not all of them are real. Just like the old game in this book’s title, two out of every three stories are completely true and one is an outright lie. Can you guess which? It’s not going to be easy. Some false stories are based on truth, and some of the true stories are just plain unbelievable. And they’re all accompanied by dozens of photos, maps, and illustrations. Amaze yourself and trick your friends as you sort out the fakes from the facts! Acclaimed authors Ammi-Joan Paquette and Laurie Ann Thompson have teamed up to create a series of sneaky stories about the natural world designed to amaze, disgust, and occasionally bamboozle you.
Ein Trostbuch über Trauer und den Kreislauf des Lebens
Eines Tages bekommt Emilia von ihrem Großvater ein ganz besonderes Geschenk: eine Walnuss. Nur mit so einer Nuss in der Tasche und einem kleinen Koffer reiste ihr Opa einst übers Meer in ein neues, unbekanntes Land. Inzwischen ist daraus der große Baum in Großvaters Garten geworden, der ihn an seine Heimat erinnert. Gemeinsam staunen sie, wie auch aus Emilias Walnuss nach und nach ein Bäumchen wird. Doch während es in seinem Topf auf der Fensterbank wächst und gedeiht, wird ihr Großvater zusehends schwächer – bis sie sich eines Tages von ihm verabschieden muss. Emilias Bäumchen sieht so traurig aus, wie sie sich fühlt … doch sie weiß, was sie zu tun hat. Einfühlsam erzählt dieses Buch vom Kreislauf des Lebens und davon, dass alle guten Dinge Zeit zum Wachsen brauchen. Es erinnert daran, dass geliebte Menschen stets ein Teil von uns bleiben, selbst wenn sie nicht mehr da sind.
