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Poor Tommy was a little boy forced to live by his wits until a rich man invited him to sing for his supper in this tale that tells of the events that led up to the famous nursery rhyme, written by L. Frank Baum, the writer of The Wizard of Oz.

Mimis entfernte Cousine Julia erbt das alte Anwesen ihrer Familie: Schloss Hohenblick. Doch außer ein paar verfallenen Ruinen scheint von dem einst herrschaftlichen Anwesen nichts mehr übrig zu sein.

An exciting fantasy adventure by bestselling author Wayne Thomas Batson that will draw tweens into an unseen world of good and evil where nightmares are fought and hope is reborn. This gripping fantasy series that has sold more than 85,000 copies Is a Christian allegory, with themes of courage...

Bailey's writing has been described thusly by the Newark Evening News: "Mr. Bailey centered all his plots in the animal, bird and insect worlds, weaving natural history into the stories in a way that won educator's approval without arousing the suspicions of his young readers. He made it a habit to never 'write down' to children and frequently used words beyond the average juvenile vocabulary, believing that youngsters respond to the stimulus of the unfamiliar. (Wikipedia)

Tommy Toms Garten ist plötzlich mit einer weißen Schneeschicht bedeckt! Während Tommy Tom und Mauzi Maus durch den Schnee tollen, steckt ein neuer Nachbarshund seine Nase durch die Hecke. Er ist groß und laut und wild. Bei ihrer überstürzten Flucht entdecken die verschreckten Katzen einen Schlitten, und eine abenteuerliche Reise beginnt, bei der sich am Ende der neue Nachbarshund als unerwarteter Held entpuppt.

Erdmann ist alarmiert. Jemand will verhindern, dass Robin Hood in seiner berühmten Sage zum Bogenschießwettbewerb antritt, und nun droht die Geschichte vom „edlen Räuber" ihre Macht zu verlieren. Dada und Welf müssen schleunigst herausfinden, wo Robin steckt. Und wer könnte da besser helfen, als die letzte germanische Seherin Mara Lorbeer?

This is the story about Tommy and how he came to better understand the animals around him. Tommy has a favourite stone that he likes to sit upon to think about his day and ponder his troubles. He comes to name this stone the wishing-stone, as it seems to grant his impulsive wishes to become various animals that happen to cross his path while sitting there. Tommy learns first-hand about the exciting life of these animals and gains a new perspective after each exciting adventure.

Tommy Tomlinson is a five-year-old boy with a small body, a big bedroom closet and even bigger fears about what lives in the closet between the hours of midnight and five a.m. each night. Nestled in a cozy-ivy-covered cottage, Tommy lived happily with his mom, dad, brother Jeffrey and a big yellow dog named Ralph, down a country lane on the outskirts of a smallish town called Fernhill. Four days ago, a huge rainstorm hit the town.

Deputy Sheriff Tug Blackstock longs for a loyal companion to assist him in his duties. Enter Jim, a dog whose appearance might initially remind one of a slender young black bear rather than a typical pet. Together, they form an unlikely duo that captivates the imagination, especially in the enchanting backdrop of the backwoods. This tale unfolds alongside three other captivating stories. - Summary by Story text and David Wales

Tidligt om morgenen, mens menneskene stadig sover, pusler det i byens baggårde. Her har Tommy og de andre rotter travlt med at lede efter madrester, så de kan få noget i maven. Men det skal gå hurtigt, for viceværten kan dukke op hvert et øjeblik - og han er efter dem med skovlen. En morgen får Tommy færten af en herlig osteduft, som lokker ham om bord på et gammelt sejlskib nede på havnen. Og så er der dømt eventyr! Per Riis Ebbesen (f. 1948) er en dansk forfatter, der har skrevet en lang række populære børne- og ungdomsbøger.

Join us for a delightful tale of Tommy, a wealthy boy from Virginia who has always reveled in the joys of Christmas abundance. However, when he realizes that his toys fail to bring him true happiness, he begins to empathize with his less fortunate neighbor, Johnny. Through this heartwarming journey, Tommy learns that genuine joy comes not from receiving, but from the act of giving. - Summary by Miles Smith

The world’s most reluctant reader, Charlie Joe Jackson, is becoming an expert in extra credit. How is that possible? His report card is so grim that Charlie Joe has promised his parents that he’ll get straight As so they won’t send him to an academic summer camp. Now, instead of finagling ways to get out of reading, Charlie Joe is staying late after school, posing for art class, and even acting in a school play about the inventor of paper towels...all while falling for the new girl in town! If there’s one thing Charlie Joe is discovering, it’s that extra credit can definitely make your life extra complicated.

From the author of the award-winning Game Changer comes a new novel about two student-athletes searching for stardom, a young reporter searching for the truth, and a crosstown basketball rivalry that goes too far. 

Who is a hero? From first responders and soldiers to teachers and friends, discover what makes a real-life hero in this story from Adam Kinzinger, veteran and former congressman. Take to the skies with a boy and his pilot dad as they visit sites across the United States in search of heroes. As...

Zunächst sieht es nach einem geruhsamen Job aus: Dada und Welf sollen im Auftrag von Herrn Erdmann ein neuartiges Fortbewegungsmittel testen. Dieses von einem neuartigen System namens „Magical Intelligence" geschaffene Gefährt entpuppt sich allerdings als höchst eigenwillig und die Testfahrt droht zu einer gefährlichen Falle zu werden.

In a world shaped by contrasting beliefs, Tommy Blake finds himself at the center of a profound battle of love between his atheist father and devoutly Catholic mother. With unwavering courage and steadfast loyalty to his Faith, Tommy navigates the challenges that threaten to alter his future and lead him down a path of spiritual turmoil. Written by Brother Ernest Ryan, a Holy Cross Brother and the visionary founder of Dujarie Press, this captivating tale reflects his dedication to inspiring young readers through juvenile biographies and fictional stories of saints. Join Tommy on his ...

Während Tom und Mimi damit beschäftigt sind, herauszufinden, welche Körperteile das Geistermädchen feststofflich werden lassen muss, um möglichst lange World Of WerWizards zocken zu können, ist Oma Käthe in großer Sorge: Richterin Amalia und Herr Erdmann haben sie darum gebeten, ein mächtiges Artefakt auf dem Dachboden zu verstecken. Und das läuft mal wieder nicht ganz so, wie geplant…

Toms World-Of-WerWizards-Gilde „Rübenbrei" hat Tickets für ein Mittelalterfestival gewonnen – inklusive der Campingstandplätze! Als sich herausstellt, dass weder Dada noch Welf als erwachsene Begleitpersonen mitfahren können, schlägt Herr Erdmann Dieter Fleetenbecker vor.

Tommy is a little blind kitten whose mother teaches him about the traditions of the American Flag, what it means to be an American, and to live in the best country in the world.

In the middle of the night, Tommy is awakened by a bright light shining through his bedroom window. He quickly disappears under his doona. When he finally peeks out, the light has dimmed and a golden star-shaped light is sitting on his windowsill. In a quiet voice, the star speaks to Tommy and asks if he believes in wishes.