Books with author Tad carpenter

“Told in jaunty, rollicking rhymes that are enlivened by colorful, humorous digital illustrations, this robot version of a bedtime story demonstrates that, no matter how energetic a little ‘bot’ may be, there inevitably comes a time when ‘batteries are running low!’” —Kirkus Reviews A little robot would rather go on an intergalactic adventure than go to sleep in this rhyming romp that breaks all the bedtime rules.In a busy robot town bots begin to power down. All except for Bitty Bot! Feeling sleepy? Maybe not! Charming text in rhyming verse tells the story of energetic Bitty Bot, who, instead of going to bed decides to build a rocket and go on a space adventure! Sweet and fun to read aloud, this bedtime book is perfect for tots and bots of all varieties.

Until the first spooky visit, ten year old Chrysantha Howe doesn't think about ghosts. She thinks about plants.All.The.Time.She has her future planned out, and that future includes plants. Chrys is going to be a plant scientist like her uncle and her favorite teacher, and she's determined to find the very rare Coralroot orchid.The ghost is not in the plan.But when her teacher disappears and the police suspect her uncle was involved, Chrys has to figure out what the ghost is trying to tell her—before it's too late.

Ducks are known for being fast and elusive. Learn what it takes to successfully harvest mallards, wood ducks, bluebills, and other waterfowl with this title. This book includes sidebars, a photo diagram, an infographic, a map, and a glossary. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. SportsZone is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

It's early morning, and you're in your blind waiting for ducks or geese to fly near. Soon, a small flock appears. You get ready to take your shot. Hunting waterfowl requires good eyesight and a steady hand. There's nothing like the rush of shooting your limit on a crisp, fall day. Enter the Great Outdoors Sports Zone to learn about the history, gear, rules, and best techniques connected to hunting ducks and geese. You'll discover: • What the difference is between puddle ducks and diving ducks. • How to attract migrating geese to a wetland or lake. • What gear you need to become an expert waterfowl hunter. • How hunting rules help preserve bird populations for all to enjoy. • How to prepare and cook your birds. Are you into sports? Then get into your favorite zone!

You've just flushed an upland bird. What do you do next? Hunting upland birds, such as pheasants, quail, and grouse, requires quick thinking and accurate shooting skill. These birds fly away at the smallest sound, so you need to be ready to take your shot. If you're prepared, you'll have a great time hunting in woodlands, fields, and thick brush for upland birds. Enter the Great Outdoors Sports Zone to learn about the history, gear, rules, and best techniques connected to upland bird hunting. You'll discover: • What the best dog breeds are to train as bird dogs. • What gear you need to become an expert upland bird hunter. • How conservation groups have helped increase and preserve upland bird populations. • How to prepare and cook your birds. Are you into sports? Then get into your favorite zone!