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When Matthew's dad gets in trouble, he makes trouble for everyone else too. But with Dad in jail, Matthew and his mum have a chance to put their pieces back together. Mom makes plans for a summer down the coast, fixing up Grandpa's old place in an effort to make ends meet. The beach, the swirling rockpools, and the vast ocean offer new perspective and promise for Matthew as he strikes up a friendship with Bill, an old local who recognizes a fellow ËSaltwater Boy.Î Bill shows Matthew how to find pippis and catch fish (and even make a few dollars from it). Bill becomes the paternal figure that Dad isn'tÑwise and patientÑbut Bill isn't welcomed in town, and Matthew begins to witness old rivalries and buried truths resurface.

Samba! The Heartbeat of a Community: Ailton Nunes's Musical Journey

Even as a toddler, Ailton Nunes was drawn to the joyful, energizing sounds of samba music, with its clinks, bongs, and bangs filling the air. It was part of his heritage and practically the heartbeat of his Mangueira neighborhood in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. But samba was more than music; it was a way to connect with the past and dream of the future. And samba united not only Ailton's neighborhood--it united all of Brazil, especially at the annual Carnaval festival with its samba parades and competition.

Sandra Markle's Science Discoveries

Join award-winning science author Sandra Markle as she sheds light on some of the most fascinating scientific investigations in the animal kingdom. Solve real-life science mysteries alongside the teams of scientists dedicated to saving vanishing species or discovering new ones. And see how scientists, governments, and concerned citizens work together to pull endangered species back from the brink of extinction.

Sasquatch Hunters

Twelve-year-old Jake Nelson and his mom, a former Disney Princess, have recently moved from Orlando, Florida, to his grandfather's home in Washington State. Shorter than the average sixth grader, Jake finds it difficult to fit in at his new school, Hawthorne Elementary, especially after making an enemy of one of the most popular boys on the very first day. Not to mention, Jake's hobby is a little unusual: He's a Sasquatch hunter.

Scary Stories (Bigfoot Books)

Journey into the darkest corners of the imagination with this collection of spine-chilling stories. From haunted history to creepy places, each tale keeps you on the edge of your seat while providing just the right amount of fright. Get ready for a thrilling ride into the unknown. Enter if you dare!

Science Essentials

This series takes a in-depth look at key areas of elementary science, full of factual tidbits on sciences from geology to astronomy! Designed for students to enjoy and as a helpful resource for teachers planning science lessons, these books encourage students to ask questions and then answer them using investigations and experiments. The pages offer discussion topics and critical thinking questions, while high-impact, accessible designs and beautiful imagery provide a fresh approach to curriculum science.

Science Fiction Fan's Guide to Science

The classic sci-fi novels of H.G. Wells, Robert Heinlein, and Arthur C. Clarke, along with hundreds of sci-fi movies and TV shows, have explored an array of exotic, at times mind-bending themes, among them the existence of intelligent aliens, time travel, and parallel universes. One often asked question is whether such things are scientifically plausible. In this volume, modern physicists and other scientists weigh in and try to answer that question.

Science Investigations (21st Century Skills Library)

The Science Investigations series centers scientific inquiry by providing readers with hands-on experiences with the world around them. These books use scientific and engineering practices to investigate everything from the planet beneath our feet to the forces all around us. Topics include matter and its properties; force, motion, and energy; Earth and space; and organisms and environments. Readers are encouraged to think like scientists as they ask questions, gather information, and conduct experiments.

Science Starters

Inspire and encourage budding scientists with these early guides to basic STEM concepts. From simple machines to electricity and magnetism, take readers on a journey to discover how the world works.

Scout and the Rescue Dogs

The summer holidays have finally arrived, and Scout can't wait for her adventure in the big rig with Dad. After Mom died, life hasn't been the same. But now Dad and Scout are on a mission to deliver donations of dog food to animal rescue shelters right across the state. There will be lots of music, dad-jokes, and a brilliant plan that will make sure everyone's got a friend for the holidays. There might even be a special four-legged friend in it for Scout. But Scout and her dad get more than they've bargained for. It's bushfire seasonCand it's not just the dogs who need rescuing . . .This moving, hopeful, and heartwarming story is set against the 2019-2020 Australian bushfires.

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