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The Crystal Heart of Abbington
Pete Murray
language (, June 20, 2020)When Tomas Hinkkel discovers a sorcerer’s staff in the Black Sun Forest the Circle and Crescent Academy of Magic and Craft finds itself a new recruit. Along with the other first-year students Tom is taken on a journey to the Kingdom of Abbington’s capital city, Thiamore.Once there he has to overcome the initial trials and entrance exams before he can be selected. He meets a young aspiring wizard, Mica and his reluctant witching sister Amber. Before they even get a chance to start their studies the crystal Heart of Abbington is stolen. And an old curse begins to come true. This is all foreseen by a young fortune teller Jenny. As the city begins to fall into chaos the students find themselves in the middle of the search for the Heart of Abbington, taken by a mysterious creature into the forest.Not only do they have to find their way out of the forest before dark, but they have to learn how to control their developing magic too.When a powerful old sorcerer appears Tom has to decide between wanting to know more about his past and saving his newly found friends.
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Squirrels
Peter Murray
language (The Child's World, Inc., Jan. 1, 2014)Our backyard neighbors, squirrels can be found in myriad environments on nearly every continent. This title introduces readers to different species of squirrels and discusses their behavior, diet, and relationship with people. Discover how squirrels have survived for millions of years and how they continue to adapt to urban development and expansion.
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Amphibians
Peter Murray
Library Binding (The Childs World Inc, Aug. 1, 2004)Amphibians are some of the most interesting animals around. Follow frogs, salamanders, and their relatives from the ponds and lakes where they are born to the land where they lead their adult lives. Learn what amphibians can teach us about our environment.
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Tigers
Peter Murray
Library Binding (The Childs World Inc, Aug. 1, 2005)Frighteningly talented hunters, tigers are swift and merciless when pursuing their prey. Learn about different types of tigers, their habitat, and their often rocky history with human beings. Find out how these often misunderstood mammals face an uncertain future and how conservation programs are critical to their survival.
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Thrilling Tarantulas
Peter Murray
Paperback (Sundance, March 15, 2005)Small, thin paperback book (32 pgs.) all about tarantulas.
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Air Science Tricks
Peter Murray
Library Binding (The Childs World Inc, June 1, 1998)Professor Soloman Snickerdoodle performs experiments that demonstrate the properties of air.
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Rhinos
Peter Murray
Library Binding (The Childs World Inc, Aug. 1, 2005)Rhinos have roamed the Earth since prehistoric times and are easily identified by their bulky appearance and dagger-like horn. This title present kids with a well-rounded overview of their behavior, anatomy, and diet. Perhaps most importantly, young readers discover how certain species face extinction due to poaching and loss of habitat, as well as how people can aid in conservation efforts to prevent this from happening.
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Squirrels
Peter Murray
Library Binding (The Childs World Inc, Aug. 1, 2005)Our backyard neighbors, squirrels can be found in myriad environments on nearly every continent. This title introduces readers to different species of squirrels and discusses their behavior, diet, and relationship with people. Discover how squirrels have survived for millions of years and how they continue to adapt to urban development and expansion.
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Planet Earth
Peter Murray
Library Binding (Childs World Inc, Aug. 1, 1997)Describes the Earth's physical characteristics, discussing interactions of climate, geology, and ecology.
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