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A thrilling new graphic nonfiction series about real FBI cases,
launching with a gripping, minute-by-minute account of the only
unsolved airplane hijacking in the U.S.
CASE NO. 001: NORJAK
NOVEMBER 24, 1971
PORTLAND, OREGON
2:00 P.M.
A man in his mid-forties, wearing a suit and overcoat, buys a ticket
for Northwest Orient Airlines flight 305 bound for Seattle.
3:07 P.M.
The man presents his demands: $200,000 in cash and four parachutes. If
the demands are not met, he threatens to detonate the explosive device
in his briefcase.
So begins the astonishing true story of the man known as D.B. Cooper,
and the only unsolved airplane hijacking case in the United States.
Comic panels, reproductions of documents from real FBI files, and
photos from the investigation combine for a thrilling read for sleuths
of all ages.
What better way to draw readers into nonfiction than through an
exciting graphic novel? This series will appeal to readers of series
such as Nathan Hale’s Hazardous Tales. Fans of history and whodunits,
CSI-club kids, and graphic novel enthusiasts alike will be pulled in by
the suspenseful, complex, and kid-appropriate cases in this series.
Sidebars provide fun facts about pre-2001 air travel, serial numbers on
currency, airplane design, and more. Backmatter showcases period photos
and primary source material in FBI archives.
Who doesn't love a great mystery? This book presents the eerie accidents and unexplained disappearances that have occurred in the region known as the Bermuda Triangle.
Even before it was named, the Bermuda Triangle--roughly bounded by Miami, Bermuda, and Puerto Rico--had gained a mythic reputation. The Bermuda Triangle became famous for making boats and ships vanish, and for snatching planes right out of the sky. But are these stories true? And if they are true, is there a more sensible reason that refutes the bad karma of the region? With so many mystifying events to learn about, readers will love disappearing into this story.
Your youngest little one can become a construction worker and enjoy
the sights and sounds of a building site in this delightful
addition of Allison Black's interactive Little World series.
Curious minds will love to explore the construction site in this
interactive title from Allison Black's Little World series.
Complete with gentle narrative text and tabs to slide, push, or
pull on every spread, young readers will be able to become builders
in this bright and colorful board book.
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Kaitlyn Duling
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Discovery Miles 2 030
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Decking the halls turns into a chaotic disaster in this humorous
board book about an overeager tow truck who desperately wants to
help its friends decorate.?Tow truck can't wait to help its friends
get into the Christmas spirit. But as tow truck excitedly
decorates, wraps, and decks the halls, things turn into a bit of a
wreck. Packed with puns and festive cheer, this silly tale will
delight little readers. Likewise, parents will appreciate the
book's message that Christmas spirit doesn't come from pretty
decorations or shiny presents, but from the heart.
Explore an underwater world with Rabbit, Bird, and Mouse in this
marine adventure all about submarines. Zippy wordplay, zappy art,
plus a visual dictionary, make this title a must have for
bookshelves everywhere. Available for the first time in paperback,
this book is filled with lively rhyming text by the award-winning
poet Tony Mitton that perfectly complements Ant Parker's bold,
bright illustrations. A picture dictionary identifying submarine
parts builds vocabulary and makes learning about subs engaging and
fun.
With X-wing pilot Poe as your guide, check out the most amazing
brick-built vehicles in the LEGO (R) Star Wars (TM) galaxy! Which
vehicle in the LEGO (R) Star Wars (TM) galaxy is the one for you?
Join Poe Dameron, the best X-wing pilot in the Resistance, and take
a look at 25 out-of-this-world vehicles, from Poe's zippy X-wing to
the moon-sized Death Star. Take a peek inside an AT-AT and discover
what it's really like to drive the Millennium Falcon. Get top tips
from pilots, including Han Solo and Luke Skywalker. Check out
driver reviews and find out what you need to know about taking the
controls of a vehicle in the LEGO Star Wars galaxy. Let Poe show
you each vehicle's amazing features and then decide which one you
would like to take out for a test drive! (c)2022 The LEGO Group.
(c) & (TM) 2022 Lucasfilm Ltd
Packed with more than 1,000 incredible images and full of
fascinating facts, this beautiful children's book takes you on an
exciting journey across land, sea and sky. Have you ever wondered
what the very first car looked like? Or what weird and wonderful
animals people used for transport in the olden days? Ever heard of
wing-walking? Or record-breaking racing cars? If you find yourself
seeking the answers to these quirky questions and so many more,
then Our World In Pictures: Cars, Trains, Ships, and Planes may be
the book for you! Explore the incredible world of automobiles,
aviation and more, from mini motors to modern warships, helicopters
to high-speed trains, with this engaging encyclopedia for children
aged 9-12 perfect for young transport enthusiasts. Celebrate your
child's curiosity as they explore: -Striking and detailed diagrams,
drawings and illustrations on every page -A highly visual approach
to learning -Ideal combination of colourful diagrams with
infographic text boxes -Timeline spreads tell the story of
transport from the first wheel to the latest hybrids This
captivating kids encyclopedia also takes a fun, more sideways look
at some of the world's meanest machines as well as the most
fearless riders in action! , The striking illustrations,
photographs and diagrams featured throughout provide an optimum
visual learning experience for both children and adults alike,
accompanied by an array of fun facts all about your ships,
shuttles, planes, monster trucks and more, as well as modes of
transport you may have never seen of heard of before! This terrific
transport encyclopedia includes at-a-glance panels that provide a
quick reference to all the stats, making this cool car book an
ideal combination of colourful diagrams and infographic text boxes
with easy-to-read accessible text for readers aged 9-12, yet can be
enjoyed by the entire family, making this enthralling children's
encyclopedia a beautiful and educational gift that can be passed
down generations. Learn all about the world one picture at a time!
If you like Cars, Trains, Ships, and Planes, then why not complete
the collection? Part of the highly-visual Our World In Pictures
series, avid readers can dive into the world of dinosaurs with The
Dinosaur Book, understand the inner workings of the animal kingdom
with Animal Book and venture on a journey across the globe with
Countries, Cultures, People & Places.
Ladybird Readers is an ELT graded reader series for children aged
3-11 learning English as a foreign or second language. The series
includes traditional tales, popular characters, modern stories, and
non-fiction. * Beautifully illustrated books, carefully written by
language learning experts * Structured language progression to
develop children's reading, writing, speaking, listening and
critical thinking skills * Eight levels follow the Common European
Framework of Reference for language learning (CEFR) * Language
activities provide preparation for the Cambridge English Pre-A1 to
A2 (YLE) tests * A unique code in each printed book provides access
to online audio, extra Thomas and the Elephant, a Beginner level
Reader, helps children to learn and practice their first words in
English. It introduces everyday phrases and focuses on vocabulary
that young children can use in daily life. Simple text and
repetition support understanding, and speaking and listening
activities develop confidence. An elephant helps Thomas in India.
Visit the Ladybird Education website for more information.
An inspiring picture book biography about Hazel Ying Lee, the first
Chinese American woman to fly for the US military. Hazel Ying Lee
was born fearless -- she was not afraid of anything, and the moment
she took her first airplane ride, she knew where she belonged. When
people scoffed at her dreams of becoming a pilot, Hazel wouldn't
take no for an answer. She joined the Women Airforce Service Pilots
during World War II. It was a dangerous job, but Hazel flew with
joy and boldness. This moving, true story about a groundbreaking
figure will inspire young readers to challenge barriers and reach
for the sky.
These fun books shaped like vehicles have four wheels so little
drivers can race them anywhere. Full color.
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Race Cars
(Hardcover)
Mari Schuh
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R756
R613
Discovery Miles 6 130
Save R143 (19%)
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Ships in 10 - 15 working days
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In this version of the classic song, the wheels go round, the wipers go swish, the driver says "Tickets Please!" and so on, all around the town. Features die-cut pages.
Fly Guy is buzzing over to a landfill to learn more about garbage
and recycling! Fly Guy and Buzz visit a landfill to discover where
their garbage goes. They learn all about garbage trucks, trash
sorting, bacteria, and how landfills can be more environmentally
friendly. They also visit a recycling plant to learn about how
recycling programs get started, the recycling cycle, and what
happens when trash isn't properly disposed of. There are even tips
for how readers can help keep our planet healthy! Award-winning
author-illustrator Tedd Arnold brings nonfiction to life for
beginning readers. There are humorous illustrations and engaging
photographs throughout. The front cover features eye-catching
holographic foil!
Guaranteed to enrich a toddler's vocabulary, this simple and fun
series of bilingual board books is ideal for helping children
discover a foreign language. Titles in the series feature animals,
clothes, colors, fruit, home, jobs, music, numbers, opposites,
plants, school, sports, tools, vegetables, and vehicles. This
collection combines photographs, bright illustrations, and
dual-language words in clear, bold text. Suitable for both
individuals and groups, these books are a child's perfect
introduction to exploring other languages.
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