Nichols, Catherine

"A storm is coming to coastal North Carolina. Amy and Elliott - volunteers at the local dog shelter - have a job to do. The rescued puppies need to get to higher ground, and fast! The kids scramble to get the puppies into their cages, and then the van of volunteers and dogs is on its way. But they are one puppy short. Did it run off in the rain? Is it back at the shelter? An old book, a series of riddles, and a spooky storm all lead to a mystery only the kids can solve"--Provided by publisher.

Introduces the life of Madam C.J. Walker, who invented hair-care products for African Americans, founded factories and beauty schools, and organized one of the first national meetings of businesswomen in the United States.

Describes four highly intelligent animals: Hans, a clever horse; Alex, a parrot who counts and speaks; Washoe, a chimp who uses sign language; and Betty, a crow who uses tools.

Presents a brief, illustrated retelling of Mark Twain's classic story of Tom Sawyer and how he tricked his friends into painting a fence.

A simplified retelling of an episode in "Treasure Island" in which young Jim, off to sea in search of treasure, learns there are pirates on board planning to steal whatever is found.

Reinforced library bound ed.

Sham, the swift Arabian stallion, watches with pride as his sons run in the Newmarket Races.

Sham, the golden bay stallion, a gift from the sultan of Morocco, has been rejected by Louis XV. Now Sham must earn his keep by pulling a cart through the streets of Paris.

After a brief stay in England, Sham is sold to an innkeeper and Agba, a horseboy, is thrown into Newgate Prison.