Books with author M.L. Hamilton

"Sparkling like an aged emerald, the wolf’s eyes glistened under the moonlight. He stared down the mountain into the snowy depths of the valley before him. 'What does it mean?' His snout raised to the broken clouds, 'What does it mean?'" Hidden from man. Ruled by wolves. Watched by gods. This is the Kingdom of Vaal. Short of food and with the weather closing in, the Silver Manes must decide whether or not to leave their home and hunt farther afield - But, starvation is not the only thing that threatens them... Discover the truth, the treachery and the dark secrets behind the legend of The Howling Throne. The journey begins...

This title introduces readers to Spearfishing. Readers will learn about the types of gear that are needed to spear game fish such as pole and hand spears, pneumatic and band-powered spear guns, and the Hawaiian sling. Different types of spear fishing are examined such as scuba, ocean, freedive, and freshwater as are popular game fish such as grouper, tuna, mackerel, shark, and marlin. Safety concerns such as accidental discharge of a spear gun and shark attack are also addressed. Xtreme facts provide additional information on this exciting sport. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. A&D Xtreme is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

This series offers young readers the opportunity to learn about the fascinating world of forensic science in an age-appropriate manner. Using facts and quotes from professionals in the field, these books are packed with information about crime scene investigators, their jobs, and their challenging and sometimes bizarre work, which combines the logic of science and technology with the intrigue of mystery and suspense.This volume of the series introduces the fascinating world of forensic entomology.

American foreign policy has been shaped for almost 200 years by the words of President James Monroe. What did Monroe's words mean, and how did they create a uniquely American foreign policy? Readers find the answers to these questions and many more as they explore the major points of the Monroe Doctrine. They also discover the historical circumstances that influenced the Monroe Doctrine, as well as the actions taken throughout American history because of it. The detailed text supports common social studies curriculum topics, and it's paired with exciting historical images and informative primary sources.

The Ultimate Assertiveness Toolbox for Kids is a practical manual to help children cope with teasing, meanness and bullying. Presenting twenty different assertiveness tools that are proven to work, this accessible book aims to build your child’s assertiveness skills, foster independence and boost their self-confidence.An educational psychologist and qualified primary school teacher with over twenty years experience working with children and their families, Jo Hamilton has developed this extraordinary Assertiveness Toolbox from workshops she has successfully run with kids, both privately and at schools.Each tool comes with instructions on how it can be used, as well as clear descriptions of when not to use it and what to watch out for. A section dedicated to tools for bystanders will help children who witness instances of bullying know how to make a difference. Parents and children alike are given tips on how to combat and avoid cyberbullying, including suggestions on how best to manage electronic devices in the family.

Xtreme Monsters take vivid images and combines them with the powers, weaknesses, and history of supernatural monsters, written in a short, simple wording. From the current popularity of vampires and werewolves to the never-ending interest in crypto zoological beasts, kids will be drawn to these fascinating extreme monsters. Unique quotes and facts add dimension to the text, without making it overwhelming. A glossary of subject-specific words enhances the reader's understanding and knowledge. Dive into Crypto zoology with Beasts. Beasts takes a look at the Man-Ape creatures, Bigfoot, Sasquatch, and the Yeti, sea monsters, Leviathan and the Kraken, the living dinosaurs, Myladon, Loch Ness Monster, Molele-mbembe, and Kongamato, and, of course, the blood-sucking monster, the Chupacabra. This title provides biographies and back stories of all these famous beasts from around the world. Unique quotes and facts add dimension to the text, without making it overwhelming. A glossary of subject-specific words enhances the reader's understanding and knowledge.

This series offers young readers the opportunity to learn about the fascinating world of forensic science in an age-appropriate manner. Using facts and quotes from professionals in the field, these books are packed with information about crime scene investigators, their jobs, and their challenging and sometimes bizarre work, which combines the logic of science and technology with the intrigue of mystery and suspense.This volume of the series introduces the fascinating world of DNA analysis.

This title explores the history of the Iditarod sled dog race. Important people in Iditarod history are introduced, such as Dorothy Page and Joe Redington. Readers will learn abut the Iditarod Trail and how it is run from the start in Anchorage to the finish line in Nome. Readers will learn the rules of the race, from qualifying events such as the Yukon Quest International Sled Dog Race through checkpoints on the northern and southern routes. Readers will also learn about the sled dogs and the rules for their care. Readers will meet top mushers such as Dick Wilmarth, Rick Swenson, Susan Butcher, Martin Buser, Lance Mackey, Doug Swingley, and Jeff King, and famous dogs such as Balto, Fat Albert, Granite, and Tolstoy. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. A&D Xtreme is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

Xtreme Monsters take vivid images and combines them with the powers, weaknesses, and history of supernatural monsters, written in a short, simple wording. From the current popularity of vampires and werewolves to the never-ending interest in crypto-zoological beasts, kids will be drawn to these fascinating extreme monsters. Unique quotes and facts add dimension to the text, without making it overwhelming. A glossary of subject-specific words enhances the reader's understanding and knowledge. It all begins with a full moon. A transformation occurs from a normal human to a half-human, half-wolf form, who may or may not be great at basketball and surfing on top of vans. Werewolves takes an in-depth look at these shape-shifters from their history to their present influence on movies and games. Readers can discover the process of becoming a werewolf, what causes it, and the strengths and weaknesses of such a beast. Was that a real-life werewolf or just somebody with the rare medical condition, hypertrichosis, that caused them to have excessive hair growth? Unique quotes and facts add dimension to the text, without making it overwhelming. A glossary of subject-specific words enhances the reader's understanding and knowledge.

Amazon's Children's Parents Books New Releases Top 100 (Ranked #1).Amazon's Children's Parents Books Best Sellers Top 100.For you, dad, who loves adorable monsters, bacon, and his children...For you, family, who needs the perfect gift to share besides baby butt wipes or a boring new tie...Dads and family together will enjoy sharing this endearing story about the extent of a father's love for his children. In a powerful way, this children's book makes it easy for any dad to tell his kids how much he loves them, or for any family to tell their father how great he is—so much better than that paisley tie.Join the daddy monster as he shows his little monsters, and us all, how true the opening lines of the book are:Dads are mighty,Dads are strong,Loving you forever long.