Books with author Elisabeth Alba

The Iditarod dogsled race is a big deal in Gillian Wells's hometown of Anchorage, Alaska. Twelve-year-old Gilly knows the names of all the famous mushers and admires the women most of all. Gilly wants to join this brave group of women and complete the dogsled race herself. The only problem? She likes cats.Gilly's dad, an experienced Iditarod racer, is doubtful of Gilly's goal, but she wastes no time proving him wrong. After all, she already has two cats, Lola and Shadow, and after a few fateful encounters, is able to recruit seven more. Gilly's good fortune continues: her mom and dad will be away on vacation the very same time as the race! While Gilly has luck and determination on her side, her journey is a challenge of epic proportion. After all, there's Mean Zeke to contend with. Soon, Gilly encounters obstacles from the natural world and beyond--and training her team of cats is only the first battle. Can she and her team of felines manage, against all odds, to complete the race?

Nine-year-old Morgan is the daughter of an explorer and an adventurer at heart. When her father is lost on an expedition, Morgan and her mother are forced to sell their home and move in with a mysterious family they’ve never met. Morgan soon discovers that the family is hiding a great secret-- and that a world of magic and enchantments might actually be real. Set in Massachusetts at the turn of the last century, Morgan and the Forty Thieves is a captivating adventure story that has problem-solving and mathematical concepts woven into the narrative. Math is presented as a language of the universe that helps us understand the beautiful patterns and symmetries found in nature. In Book One of the series, children learn a step-by-step process of beginning multiplication. It begins with skip counting or counting by numbers. It then moves to adding equal-sized groups, and then multiplication, with several examples of each worked into the story. There are also addition problems, logic puzzles, a pattern puzzle, a smattering of geometry and a simple demonstration of comparing numbers—depicting ratios without using that term. Finally, there is an introduction of two mathematical concepts found in nature, the Fibonacci sequence and Fractals. Math found in the natural world will be a repeated theme of the Morgan series. The Morgan tales are designed as early Middle-Grade books. The sentence structure is simple and straightforward so that the book is accessible to younger readers, while the storyline is complex and intriguing enough to engage older readers. The Magic Math Adventure series is loosely based upon the collection of tales, The Thousand and One Nights or The Arabian Nights. These stories were created during the Golden Age of Islam in Persia and the Indian subcontinent.

Nine-year-old Morgan is helping guard a magical secret— an ancient medallion of great power. During a voyage on the high seas with her friend Rusty, the two encounter a monstrous sea creature and menacing sailors. Will they be able to save each other from the dangers facing them? And who is the traitor in their midst? Set in the early summer of 1899 off the coast of Nantucket, Morgan and the Monster of the Deep continues with the winning format of weaving mathematical theory and practice into a captivating adventure story. Book Two of the series explores the relationship between multiplication and division and presents the mathematical concept of Symmetry.The Morgan tales are designed as early Middle-Grade books. The sentence structure is simple and straightforward so that the book is accessible to younger readers, while the storyline is complex and intriguing enough to engage older readers. The Magic Math Adventure series is loosely based upon the collection of tales, The Thousand and One Nights or The Arabian Nights. These stories were created during the Golden Age of Islam in Persia and the Indian subcontinent.

Use These Hydroponic Gardening Tips And Tricks to build your own Garden efficientlyThis book contains proven steps and strategies on how to grow your own healthy vegetables and fruits.There are few things more fulfilling than eating food you have grown, and yet, each year, many people miss this opportunity simply because they don’t have suitable soil or land to grow their own produce. However, there are ways of getting over this hurdle; thanks to a system of gardening, which does not require the use of soil. A hydroponic system is one such system. Hydroponics refers to a form of gardening that does not use soil. Instead of growing your crops in soil, you grow them in a solution made of nutrients and water. Think about it: plants, just like human beings, need nutrients in order to grow. Soil houses such nutrients. This is why we plant our crops in soil. But as you know, not all soil is created equal. Some types of soil are deficient in nutrients and this result in poor yields. In addition, as stated before, many people do not have access to land in the first place. This puts them at a disadvantage when it comes to growing their crops.Some amazing benefits of hydroponic gardening include:Faster plant growth– Plants grown in a hydroponic system tend to grow at least 20 percent faster than those grown in soil.Better yields – You can expect 20 t0 25 percent more yield when you adopt hydroponic gardening. Less water - Less water is needed simply because hydroponic systems are enclosed and thus the plants get the water they need instead of such water being distributed to the surrounding environment. Less space – Because the plants have easier access to nutrients when they are grown in a hydroponic system, they do not need to grow deep roots or spread them widely in search of nutrients. Thus, you will be able to grow your plants more closely and thus grow more plants in a smaller space. More freedom to grow your crops– The best thing about hydroponic gardening is that it gives more people the opportunity to grow plants regardless of where they live. You can easily grow crops indoors even if you live in an apartment. No need of soil – With hydroponic gardening, you don’t use soil. Instead, you use what is known as grow medium to house or hold the plants. This is less messy and easier to control than soil. Before you can enjoy the above amazing benefits of opting for hydroponics to grow fruits and vegetables, you will first need to learn how to grow plants using this step. The first thing you need to do is to select a hydroponic system that will allow you to comfortably grow your vegetables and fruits.Here is A Preview Of What You Will Learn.... What is Hydroponic Gardening? Which hydroponic system should I use? Which medium should I choose? What about hydroponic nutrients and pH? Choose a Light Source And Much, Much More! Take Action Now And Get This Kindle Book For ONLY $0,99!

Nine-year-old Morgan is the daughter of an explorer, and an adventurer at heart. When her father is lost on an expedition, Morgan and her mother are forced to sell their home and move in with a mysterious family they’ve never met. Morgan soon discovers that the family is hiding a great secret, and that a world of magic and enchantments might actually be real. Set in Massachusetts at the turn of the last century, Morgan and the Forty Thieves is a captivating adventure story that has problem solving and mathematical concepts woven into the narrative. Math is presented as a language of the universe that helps us understand the beautiful patterns and symmetries found in nature. In Book One of the series, children learn a step-by-step process of beginning multiplication. It begins with skip counting or counting by numbers, and then moves to adding equal-sized groups, and then multiplication, with several examples of each worked into the story. There are also addition problems, logic puzzles, a pattern puzzle, a smattering of geometry and a simple demonstration of comparing numbers—depicting ratios without using that term. Finally, there is an introduction of two mathematical concepts found in nature, the Fibonacci sequence and Fractals. Math found in the natural world will be a repeated theme of the Morgan series. The Morgan stories are designed as early Middle-Grade fiction. The sentence structure is simple and straightforward so that the book is accessible to younger readers, while the storyline is complex and intriguing enough to engage older readers. The Morgan series is loosely based upon the collection of tales, The Thousand and One Nights or The Arabian Nights. These stories were created during the Golden Age of Islam in Persia and the Indian subcontinent.Here’s what kids and adults are saying about Morgan and the Forty Thieves."I really loved it. It was so exciting! I know my third graders would love it too! I’m planning on reading it to them. We just started multiplication last week so the math conversations in the story would be a perfect connection." Gina Cey, Third Grade Teacher “I love this book! When will she have the next one in the series for me to read?” Thijs, Gifted Second Grader "I just finished reading Morgan and the Forty Thieves! I did not want my husband to interrupt my reading as I was finishing. I am impressed. Wow! I think this story will definitely interest those good readers in the younger grades. The length and readability seem appropriate too. I found that the Medallions sparked my curiosity and I wanted to learn more in the accompanying fact pages in the back of the book. This is truly a unique feature in books at this level." Jamie Harding, Elementary School Librarian “Two thumbs up!” Cody, Kindergartner (read aloud by Mom) "A fun experience for children to engage their problem-solving skills while reading. Abacus brings to life the challenges faced by two young adventurers in 1899 Massachusetts, while connecting the audience to common human feelings and struggles that transcend time and place." Mary Kay Lewis, Gifted Educational Consultant

"A fast-paced YA novel that transports readers to a world filled with magic and peril." Kirkus ReviewsLillian always loved stories about myths and monsters—until she found herself inside one, fighting for her life! Joined by her best friends, Katy and Maisy, Lillian must cross a sea guarded by Krakens and sirens, race through a dark forest haunted by elves and chimeras, and cross mountains ruled by griffins and rocs.Where in this world is Lillian’s sister? Who is the mysterious boy with the stone medallion? Why do the monsters hold an ancient grudge against humanity? Andwhat is the secret hiding at the heart of it all?Nara Duffie completed The Monster Realm 11 days before her 11th birthday. This is her first novel.

Nine-year-old Morgan is helping guard a magical secret— an ancient medallion of great power. During a voyage on the high seas with her friend Rusty, the two encounter a monstrous sea creature and menacing sailors. Will they be able to save each other from the dangers facing them? And who is the traitor in their midst? Set in the early summer of 1899 off the coast of Nantucket, Morgan and the Monster of the Deep continues with the winning format of weaving mathematical theory and practice into a captivating adventure story. Book Two of the series explores the relationship between multiplication and division and presents the mathematical concept of Symmetry.The Morgan tales are designed as early Middle-Grade books. The sentence structure is simple and straightforward so that the book is accessible to younger readers, while the storyline is complex and intriguing enough to engage older readers. The Magic Math Adventure series is loosely based upon the collection of tales, The Thousand and One Nights or The Arabian Nights. These stories were created during the Golden Age of Islam in Persia and the Indian subcontinent.

Lillian and her best friends, Katy and Maisy, barely survived their first adventure in the Monster Realm. Now they have only days to stop a war between the worlds, a war in which the mythical creatures of Lanodeka plan to reclaim the earth as their own. But this time, the girls have to face more than dragons and griffins, sirens and elves, rocs and harpies. They discover the real power behind the war, a power that is using the Creation Stone to build an army unlike anything they could have imagined. Worlds are about to change.

Lillian and her best friends, Katy and Maisy, barely survived their first adventure in the Monster Realm. Now they have only days to stop a war between the worlds, a war in which the mythical creatures of Lanodeka plan to reclaim the earth as their own. But this time, the girls have to face more than dragons and griffins, sirens and elves, rocs and harpies. They discover the real power behind the war, a power that is using the Creation Stone to build an army unlike anything they could have imagined. Worlds are about to change.

Searching for her lost sister, Lillian finds a lost world ... Lillian and her best friends, Maisy and Katy, meet a mysterious boy from Lanodeka, the Monster Realm. Facing chimeras, griffins, dragons and even Medusa herself, Lillian tracks her sister through a mythical land—and along the way uncovers an ancient secret that could change the world forever. Nara Duffie completed The Monster Realm 11 days before her 11th birthday. This is the her first novel.

“Though they’re there, you can’t see stars in the light. However, in the darkness, the stars shine bright.” ~Elisabeth He was born bathed in darkness. Darkness is all he knows, all he understands, and all he wants to know. But he made a mistake. It only took one night, one moment, for it all to change. He saved her when he should’ve left her alone. Saving her changed him, forever. She fell off, wanting to die, but he caught her and let her go. When he caught her the second time, he decided to keep her. Slowly, she’d find out he was never letting her go.