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An ecologist observes the behavior of the bluebirds, The geologist
exams the distribution of fossils, A chemist observes the rate of
chemical reactions at various temperatures and pressures, A
biologist observes the reactions of tissue in the presence of
various stimulants, The meteorologist is one that studies the
atmosphere and focuses on weather. The prediction of local,
national or international weather helps us plan activities from
playing outdoor tennis, rescheduling the weekend beach party or
whether to expect flight delays. Knowing the daily weather around
us can help us decide the best garments for the day or the proper
equipment we may need such as an umbrella, boots or wool scarf. It
is amazing how we study other planets, solar systems, come to the
aid of other countries and their wars, but no one seems to take an
interest in the undisputed climate changes happening within the
Kingdom of God. Our entire earth as we know it today is
experiencing what is called Global Warming. Global Warming is
occurring because of human behavior and their activities. Let us
now consider the behavior and activities surrounding Kingdom
dwellers as they too may be the direct result of "Kingdom Warming."
Twelve-year-old Brendan, his twin brother, Nick, and their older
sister, Ami, are struggling to cope with their father's recent
death and their family's move to the country. When Ami discovers a
hoofprint in the woods, she claims it belongs to a unicorn. Nick is
dismissive of her plan to capture it, but Brendan feels drawn into
Ami's imaginary world that includes a dangerous, nighttime journey
to spy on an "ogre." Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books
says, "Welch's writing is rich with detail . . ." VOYA calls it ."
. . true to life . . ." The book was shortlisted for the Prairie
Pasque Award.
Sixth-grader Marsha is an only child. She's thrilled about her
parents' plan to adopt a little sister, but when Wendy arrives,
Marsha's life is turned upside down. Wendy is developmentally
delayed, acting much younger than her eight years. She has
tantrums, messes with Marsha's belongings, steals the affection of
the family cat, and embarrasses Marsha everywhere they go. Why
should Marsha agree to officially adopting Wendy and having her
join their family "forever"? "This charming story accurately
reflects the adoption process and the feelings of those involved,"
according to "Recovery Times," The book was named a Benjamin
Franklin Award Finalist.
A century ago, Treadwell, Alaska, was a featured stop on steamship
cruises, a rich, up-to-date town that was the most prominent and
proud in all Alaska. Its wealth, however, was founded on the
remarkably productive gold mines on Douglas Island, and when those
caved in and flooded in the early decades of the twentieth century,
Treadwell sank into relative obscurity.
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Treadwell Gold" presents first-person accounts from the sons and
daughters of the miners, machinists, hoist operators, and
superintendents who together dug and blasted the gold that made
Treadwell rich. Alongside these stories are vintage photos that
capture both the industrial vigor of the mines and the daily lives
that made up Treadwell society. The book will fascinate anyone
interested in Alaskan history or the romance of gold mining's past.
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