Books with author DL Taylor

With dramatic full-color photos and illustrations on every page, this thought-provoking book takes young readers on a trip around the world, giving them a bird's-eye view of the planet's most endangered animals. Separate sections on two-page spreads describe each animal's relationship to its environment, the threats to its survival, and steps being taken by environmentally conscious men and woman who are trying to save each of these species from extinction. Among the endangered animals shown and discussed are-- Members of the whale family Orangutans of southeast Asia Tigers of southern Asia Pandas of China Mountain Gorillas of central Africa Polar Bears of northern Canada . . . and others The book's attractive added features include an illustrated Planet Animal Fun Quiz, a world map that locates habitats of endangered animals, and illustrated pull tabs and page flaps that present interesting sidebar information about many of the animals. Readers get an extra bonus in the form of an enclosed, full-color, fold-out tiger poster that will look great on kids' bedroom or playroom walls.

This is a story for kids ages 6 and up. It's about Jesse and Spencer and some other kids are in a very different kind of school. For one thing they go to class by putting on 3D glasses and brain wave sensors. Another difference is that their classes are more like video games than regular classes. The kids interact with the computer by talking to it...and it talks back.They never knew exactly why they get points or even what they needed to do to get points, but that was just part of the game. There were very few instructions or guides at the Singularity School.The computer had been monitoring the kids’ diet and exercise routines and making suggestions. When the kids followed a suggestion they not only got points in the health and willpower skills, they also got extra time in the games. The computer only allowed so many minutes of game time per player, but you could earn extended time through various challenges and activities. The opposite was also true, bad habits could cause you to lose playing time. Extended time was one of the ways some players advanced so fast through the games and levels. They were also healthier and often happier in general, which was nice. The Singularity School is as concerned with their health outside of the games as it was with their skills inside the games.Jesse knew that somehow they were in this game to help Moshi, but with no family or tribe left she didn’t know what they could do. It wasn’t like other video games where they could just start over, and their time in the game was very limited. She could see and feel everything, but she could not actually move objects. She couldn’t force Moshi to do anything, she had to persuade him. She was really no more than an imaginary friend to Moshi. She didn’t know what would happen if Moshi died, and she didn’t want to find out. Then she had an idea...

Deep in the jungles of Vietnam on a reconnaissance mission, Beauregard, a smart and loyal Doberman Pinscher, alerts his patrol to danger. But when the sergeant ignores Beau's warning signs, the group find themselves under heavy fire. Managing to escape with severe injuries, Beau is the only one to make it out alive.Though many in the armed forces were sceptical about the use of military dogs, Lieutenant Colonel Ricci saw Beau's potential and fought for his rehabilitation and re-assignment to a new handler. Beau then found himself in the trusting and capable hands of Corporal Chivington. What he did next proved beyond a shadow of a doubt that he was a worthy and indispensable part of his team. This historical fiction is a touching tribute to all of the service animals who have dedicated their lives to protecting and serving - our canine warriors.

Nathaniel and his awkward son Willis take a summer road trip to reunite with their quirky relatives in the Deep South. His plan is simple. A relaxing vacation will offer an escape from the pressures that he left behind. The fresh air and slow pace of the country are just the remedy he needs to put his life back in order. However, plans do not always work out as intended. The Great Willis Tate gives an account of a father and son’s journey as they struggle to find their footing in a strange place that they once called, home.

Milo Montgomery LOVES to doodle so when, one bedtime, he discovers that his favourite green crayon has gone missing, he is determined to find the thief. Outside in the garden, he spots a green crayon trail leading down the garden path and out of the garden gate - where will it lead? Follow Milo on a fantastic journey through jungles and deserts, over pirate-ruled seas all the way to the moon, where he comes face to face with a Moon Kangaroo. But will getting his crayon back be as easy as he thought?

This interactive series makes developing language skills exciting for primary.Stories and cross-curricular texts with full-color illustrations stimulate students' interest, while carefully graded English introduces them to new language.· Pictures support the story clearly· Text in different colors makes it easier to follow the dialogue· "Read and do": integrated activities for every page of reading· Picture Dictionary in each book· Notes for teachers and parents in each book