Die ganze Familie hat Salzwasser im Blut, aber ausgerechnet Pia Piratissima ist, ganz entgegen der Familentradition, nicht nur wenig seefest, sondern dazu auch noch eine Leseratte. Kurz bevor ihre Familie zu drastischen Maßnahmen greifen kann, die ihr die Flausen austreiben sollen, kann Pia im Kampf mit einem Seeungeheuer ihren wirklich piratenhaften Wagemut unter Beweis stellen. Und ihre Familie erkennt, was sie alles an Pia hat! Dieses humorvolle Buch ist ein wahrer (Piraten)Schatz!
The narrative unfolds through delightful rhymes, recounting the journey of a girl from Communist China who immigrates to the United States and becomes a pioneer in popularizing Chinese cuisine. Accompanied by vibrant full-color illustrations, this inspiring tale captures her cultural transition and culinary passion, making it both an engaging and visually appealing read.
Examines how connecting everyday devices to the Internet is affecting modern life.
In this rhyming, hilarious romp about a little-known facet of American history, Thomas Jefferson tries to disprove a French theory that those in the New World are puny and wussy by going in search of mammoth bones. In the New World called America big changes were a’brewing. Independence was declared with bold hurrahs and ballyhooing! The French feel threatened by America’s new freedom and confidence, as embodied by Count Buffon who claims that the “New World was a chilly, swampy place, filled with puny, scrawny creatures, every species, breed, and race.” Thomas Jefferson won’t stand his young country being insulted, so he sets out to prove Count Buffon wrong. He sends people across the country in search of an animal or animal bones to prove that creatures in the United States are big and strong and worthy. Hilarious, energetic, and a delight to read aloud, this book shines a light on this little-known slice of American history. Included in the back matter are an author’s note, who’s who and what’s what from American history, bibliography, and further reading.
Set in a whimsical world, the magic shop owned by Miss Pustula Night offers a blend of enchantment and intrigue. As customers explore the unique potions and mystical artifacts, they uncover secrets and stories tied to the shop's unusual location at the intersection of Hemlock and Blight. The narrative promises a captivating mix of magic, adventure, and the unexpected, inviting readers to delve into the enchanting experiences that await within its walls.