Life has never been dull for Billy and his dog Buddy, but ever since the circus arrived in the neighbourhood, it’s been getting better and better. There are crocodiles, ostriches, penguins, elephants... There’s little Vittorio and his pet chameleon... And of course, Caroline the tortoise and Buddy’s dog friends are still here. Oh, yes, quite the merry gang all right – and one who occasionally drives Billy’s parents mad!

Create unforgettable characters your readers will love!Want to make your characters and their stories more compelling, complex, and original than ever before? 45 Master Characters is here to help you explore the most common male and female archetypes--the mythic, cross-cultural models from which all characters originate.• Explore a wide variety of character profiles including heroes, villains, and supporting characters.• Learn how to use arc...

Have no fear, the Buddies are here! This action-packed junior novel includes color photos and is based on the latest superhero-themed puppy-filled DVD, Super Buddies, which will be released in the coming year.

Will lonely Maya’s wish for a friend come true when she borrows Dazzle, a toy unicorn, from the library? What about Dazzle’s wish for a place to belong? The heartwarming series continues with a third adventure.Dazzle is a snow-white unicorn with a twisty horn, a sparkly pink tail, and a tag that says unicorns can grant wishes. He isn’t sure whether he can make a wish for himself, but he does so anyway, hoping for a child and a home of his own. Instead, Daz...

This wide-ranging overview of design in everyday life demonstrates how design shapes our lives in ways most of us would never imagine. The author, a leading expert in social and psychological issues in design, uncovers the gender, age, and body biases inherent in the designs of common products and living spaces that we all routinely use. From the schools our children attend and the buildings we work in to ill-fitting clothes and one-size-fits-all seating in public transportation, restauran...

His daughter is his priority…But is there room for one more?Dedicated to protecting his daughter and the town of Sweetwater, widower Constable Jack Wells will do anything to stop the vandalism at their beloved wildlife preserve—even partner with its new veterinarian. But fighting his attraction to Emerson Parker might be the greater challenge. Soon their on-duty stakeouts evolve into off-duty family outings. But with heartbreak in his past, is he ready to risk a second chanc...

Audisee® eBooks with Audio combine professional narration and sentence highlighting for an engaging read aloud experience!Simone Biles has been the face of women's gymnastics since she first entered the international stage. In addition to winning a record seven Olympic medals, 30 World Championship medals, and 19 world titles, she has become a superstar outside the gym for her public bravery. For being an outspoken advocate for mental health awareness and fair treatment for athlete...

Audisee® eBooks with Audio combine professional narration and sentence highlighting for an engaging read aloud experience!Monster trucks are loud and monstrous. People go to shows to see the painted cars flip in the air. Carefully leveled text and full-color photographs help these vehicles jump off the page.

After the death of his brother, Henry sets out on a challenging journey—one that will test him both physically and emotionally.

Happy the Sailboat loved the safe feeling he felt in Seashell Safe Harbor. He had friends. He made people Happy when he sailed in the calm waters of the harbor. One day, Captain Drew announced his plan to take Happy out of the harbor, past the lighthouse, and out to sea. Happy did not look happy. “The sea has big waves, rocks, and reefs.” Happy’s friends joined together to help Happy find a way to sea and back. “Watch for the signs,” Starfish Sue says. The story of friends recognizing anot...

Welcome to a delightful world where imagination and learning go hand in hand!This charming book takes young readers on a whimsical journey as they explore the intriguing question: Is it a go? Or...is it a no? With every page, children are invited to join in answering fun and engaging questions about what they should and shouldn't do to stay safe and have fun.This beautifully illustrated book features simple patterns and captivating pictures that are designed to encourage ea...

Audisee® eBooks with Audio combine professional narration and sentence highlighting for an engaging read aloud experience!Could a monster whose very look turns men to stone be a challenge too perilous even for the son of Zeus? King Polydectes has designs on Perseus' mother, Danaë. But first the king must get rid of young Perseus once and for all. So Polydectes hatches a plan to trick the young hero into performing an impossible task—slay the snake-haired Gorgon monster Medusa, whos...