Books with author A M Peterson

Undaunted by language barriers, earthquakes, or a crazed villain, tenacious siblings Tyler and Elise make allies and take on Machu Picchu lore as they unravel the legend and find the truth about the Curse of the Inca. The comedic duo use their newly acquired knowledge of Incan culture and solve clues with the aid of the Curse of the Inca and a tiny fruit bat.

Chuckle your way through this easy-to-read illustrated chapter book about a snail who leaves his bucket for a bigger world.Snail is a merry little mollusk in his rusty bucket. Day after day, rain or shine, Snail doesn’t move—and that suits him just fine. But when his bucket is turned over, his life takes a topsy-turvy turn. A journey through the vegetable garden with this adventurous friend Ladybug proves delicious—red, juicy strawberries…YUM!—and dangerous when he comes face to face with a gopher, then a rabbit, and an unfortunate nibble on a hot red pepper… Can Snail find happiness in this big, new world—or will he wish he never left his bucket?

“‘And the Challenge?’ I said.‘The Challenge will destroy you only you if you lose. Win, and I will walk away from the galaxy forever and leave your family in peace. It’s your choice. Sacrifice yourself for the ones you love, or live and watch them be sacrificed. What will it be?’”Ian Quicksilver, heir to the Bankhirian throne, has two weeks to get Princess Arianna to fall for him in order to break the curse the magician Silivus has cast over Ian and Ari’s worlds. In the meantime, he still has to go to school, where he is all but invisible, and practice fighting tactics with his guardian, Corbin.But something is wrong with Ari, and the closer she gets to Ian, the sicker she becomes. After a disastrous dinner that seals Ian as the worst date in the universe, Silivus hits him with a proposal: a winner-take-all challenge that would overrule his quest for Ari’s heart and free them from the curse for good—that is, if Ian can win.When tragedy strikes Ian’s family and Ari’s illness worsens, Ian must find a way to rise to the challenge, stop a rampaging dragon, and save the day before time runs out for both of them.

In the magical realm of Bankhir, Ian Quicksilver is put to the test to see if he is worthy of the throne. When he is found lacking, Ian discovers that his nemesis Silvius has been masterminding a sinister plot during his banishment. Now Ian must find some way to save his princess, his birthright, and his kingdom all in time to vanquish the evil magician.

Peterson's Master the Catholic High School Entrance Exams is the comprehensive test-prep book for scoring high on Catholic high school entrance exams. The book includes 6 full-length practice tests (two each for the HSPT, COOP, and TACHS) with detailed answer explanations and valuable test-taking information. Peterson's guide covers all test formats, test scoring, and types of questions, including expert tips that guide students through verbal and quantitative exercises. Two full-length practice tests each for the TACHS, the COOP, and the HSPT, all with answer keys and detailed explanations Step-by-step coaching for each type of question on the exam and plenty of test-taking tips In-depth subject review covering the verbal, math, and quantitative sections of the exam Easy-to-use self-evaluation tools to track progress

They were at the end of the continent, on a piece of land in South America so inhospitable that it once housed only prisoners or pirates on the run. Bloodthirsty pirates like Blackbeard and Captain Kidd and their frigates and schooners bulging with booty. While vacationing with their family in Chile and volunteering at a penguin reserve, Tyler and Elise make friends with a notorious local shopkeeper who has a dark, family history. Their new friend is full of fantastic stories of pirate lore and the bloody past of his family.They are shocked to witness their friend being arrested and make it their mission to clear his name. Armed only with tenacity and a sharp wit, these wise-cracking kids are knee-deep in penguins but manage to piece facts and suspects together and use a most unusual clue to solve the case.

Peterson's Master the Catholic High School Entrance Exams is the comprehensive test-prep book for scoring high on Catholic high school entrance exams. The book includes 8 full-length practice tests (two each for the HSPT, COOP, and TACHS and one each for the SSAT and ISEE) with detailed answer explanations and valuable test-taking information. Peterson's guide covers all test formats, test scoring, and types of questions, including expert tips that guide students through verbal and quantitative exercises.Two full-length practice tests each for the TACHS, the COOP, and the HSPT, all with answer keys and detailed explanationsOne full-length practice test each for the SSAT and the ISEE secondary school entrance exams, which are often administered for admission into Catholic high schools.Step-by-step coaching for each type of question on the exam and plenty of test-taking tipsIn-depth subject review covering the verbal, math

“You filthy Bankhir liar! Warriors are bred to kill. Now, kill me!”“No,” I said. “And give Silivus a message for me. You tell him that if he wants Bankhir and Garfel, he’ll have to go through me. . . . Nobody takes my planet without a fight.”Skinny, nerdy foster kid Ian Quicksilver from Puckerbush, Nevada, has just discovered an unsettling truth—he is the last warrior prince of Bankhir. And the fate of his home planet—and the entire galaxy—depends on him. Well, him and Arianna Hernfeld, the hottest girl in school. He needs her help and her magic to stop a sociopathic magician bent on galactic domination.The problem is, Arianna doesn’t remember anything about their past, and all of this galaxy-saving, spell- breaking stuff has to happen by Ian’s sixteenth birthday. Which is only five days away.Get ready for an action-packed, laugh-out-loud book that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Witty and perfectly paced, this is one adventure story you’ll have to read to believe.

Peterson's® ACT® Prep Guide PLUS 2017 offers all of the information students need to prepare well and score high on the ACT, including thorough subject matter reviews and practice questions for each question type. Students will benefit from expert advice, strategies, and test-taking tips for comprehensive preparation. All strategy content and practice tests reflect the latest changes to the ACT. Inside this new guide, students will find:ACT® test-taking strategies, plus other important details about the ACT-learn how and when to register for the ACT, how the test is scored, what you need to know on test day, and how to stay calm throughout the processA full-length diagnostic test to evaluate a student's strengths and weaknesses 6 practice tests-4 in print and 2 online-all with detailed answer explanationsThorough review of all test sections: English, Mathematics, Reading, Science, and Writing, featuring expert strategies, numerous practice questions with detailed answer explanations, and sample essays.A DVD featuring dynamic video content focusing on the most difficult question types and articles to help students navigate the ACT process.Access to bonus online content, including college and scholarship search assistanceHelpful study plans, perfect for the student who has a lot of time to prepare, as well as those who've procrastinated-each student can find his or her pathway to success

300 RHYMES INSIDE!Would you rather ask a question in the same boring tone or would you prefer to rhyme them with your friends or alone?The question above says it all! This book contains fun, hillarious and creative rhymes for children and their adults. Great for family bonding during free time and long car rides, Would You Rather Rhyme Edition, makes an excellent gift for kids. There are hours and hours of laughter that will launch the creative spark in all kids, while they themselves learn how to create rhymes. Some of which are as follows:Would you rather be a black belt in karate - OR - a wickedy witch that’s haughty and naughty?Would you rather be Superman in kryptonite locks- OR -an evil super villain who conquers Fort Knox??Would you rather sit freezing in a flurry of snow- OR -bake under a sun that makes your skin glow?AND MANY MORE!BUY YOUR COPY TODAY!