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Daughter of Maat
Sandy Esene
eBook (Blue Benu Press, Nov. 18, 2018)2019 Nancy Pearl Book Award Finalist Finalist 2019 Best Book Awards (Fantasy)Alex Philothea’s quiet life as a research archeologist changes forever when she is tracked down by a secret society, the Keepers of the Holy and Noble Maat.Alex’s father died years ago during an excavation in the remote Egyptian desert. The circumstances of his death have always been shrouded in mystery. Now the leader of this obscure organization promises to unlock the answers she has been searching for; the only thing she must do is save humankind.Follow Alex into a world of myth and magic where the lines of reality blur at every turn.Praise for Daughter of Maat:“Sandy Esene has written a real page-turner. It's Dan Brown goes to Egypt with a delightful dash of Harry Potter thrown in. A wonderful read and she's got the Egyptology right!"—Bob Brier, Author of The Murder of Tutankhamen “If you like Egyptian Mythology and the excitement of Indiana Jones adventures, this book is for you!”— Pat Remler, Author of Egyptian Mythology A to Z
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Rap a Tap Tap: Here's Bojangles - Think of That!
Diane Dillon, Leo Dillon
Hardcover (Blue Sky Press, Sept. 1, 2002)"There once was a man who danced in the street / He brought pleasure and joy to the people he'd greet / He didn't just dance, he made art with his feet / Rap a tap tap--think of that!" This simple book for young children has the added bonus of describing the life of a ground-breaking African-American tap dancer. Bill "Bojangles" Robinson was one of the most popular entertainers of the 1920s-30s. People said he "talked with his feet," and in the Dillons' graceful paintings of old New York, he dances from page to page to the tune of a toe-tapping rhyme. Rap a tap tap--think of that!
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The Rain Came Down
David Shannon
Hardcover (Blue Sky Press, Oct. 1, 2000)Once upon a sunny day, the sky clouded over and the rain came down. The chickens squawked, the dog barked, the baby cried, the traffic snarled, the groceries fell, the people bickered and still, the rain came down.
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The Apple Pie Tree
Zoe Hall, Shari Halpern
Hardcover (Blue Sky Press, Sept. 1, 1996)Two young sisters follow the progress of their apple tree through the seasons, from a bare tree in the winter, through the pink blossoms of the spring, to the apple picking in the autumn.
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Mouse Mess
Linnea Asplind Riley
Hardcover (Blue Sky Press, Oct. 1, 1997)There's a mouse in the house, and when he wakes up, he's going to be hungry for a snack. From cookies and crackers to olives, cheese, and sticky jam, MOUSE joyfully munches his way through the kitchen and makes a big MESS!
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Torn Thread
Anne Isaacs
Paperback (Blue Sky Press, Oct. 1, 2002)A searing Holocaust novel based on a true story.Twelve-year-old Eva and her sister have been forced to leave their home in Poland and are imprisoned in a Nazi labor camp. There they must spin thread on treacherous machinery to make clothing and blankets for the German Army. As Eva struggles amid ever worsening dangers to save her life and that of her sick sister, readers witness how two teenagers strive to create home and family amidst inhumanity and chaos. Written in exquisite prose, this story of heartbreak and hope that is rich in detail and symbolism will deeply move readers of all ages.
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How Do Dinosaurs Count to Ten
Jane Yolen
Hardcover (Blue Sky Press, Jan. 1, 2004)The bestselling, award-winning team of Yolen and Teague present their beloved dinosaurs in a new format with this fun, read-aloud board book that teaches young children to count from one to ten!Come along for some BIG fun as your favorite dinosaurs delight young readers with their playful antics. How do dinosaurs count to ten? Over and over and over again!This brand new board book format brings the gigantic humor of bestselling, award-winning team Jane Yolen and Mark Teague to the youngest readers, helping them learn to count from one to ten with a simple, rhyming text and laugh-out-loud illustrations! A perfect companion book to the other HOW DO DINOSAURS tales, and a great baby gift as well.
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The Great Gracie Chase: Stop that Dog!: Stop That Dog!
Cynthia Rylant, Mark Teague
Hardcover (Blue Sky Press, April 1, 2001)When Gracie is put outside for barking at the noisy painters, she decides to stretch her legs and take a walk, but when her owners and the painters begin to chase after her, Gracie decides to speed things up and soon the whole town is attempting to catch her.
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The Christmas Promise
Susan Campbell Bartoletti, David Christiana
Hardcover (Blue Sky Press, Nov. 1, 2001)A young girl and her out-of-work father ride the rails during the Great Depression looking for a place to call home, but with Christmas approaching and no job, Poppa leaves her in a foster home, promising to return as soon as he can.
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My Light: How Sunlight Becomes Electricity
Molly Bang
Hardcover (Blue Sky Press, March 1, 2004)Often taken for granted, the sun gives us more than its light. Here, acclaimed author and illustrator Molly Bang presents a celebration of the wonder and power of the sun and its radiance. With dazzling paintings and a simple poetic text, MY LIGHT follows the paths of the sun's rays, showing the many ways in which we obtain energy from its light. As in COMMON GROUND (Giverny Award for Best Science Picture Book), Bang uses a story to explain the basic concepts behind electricity and our energy resources--a compelling and easily-accessible way to present a non-fiction subject.
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Poppleton In Fall
Cynthia Rylant, Mark Teague
Paperback (Blue Sky Press, Sept. 1, 1999)Poppleton the pig enjoys the company of geese flying south, buys a new winter coat with the help of his friend Cherry Sue, and tries to order pancakes at the Lion's Club breakfast
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Poppleton: Poppleton forever
Cynthia Rylant, Mark Teague
Paperback (Blue Sky Press, Aug. 1, 1998)A Newbery Medalist presents a new adventure starring her creation, Poppleton, in which the popular pig gets a little help from his friends in learning how to wallpaper his house. By the author of Poppleton. Simultaneous.
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