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| something special emily rodda: Beady Bold and the Yum-Yams: Monty's Island 2 Emily Rodda, Lucinda Gifford, 2020-08-04 On a tiny island far away, in a sea that ripples with magic, Monty never knows what he might find... Everyone loves Bring-and-Buy Day, when Trader Jolly visits the Island with all the supplies Monty and his friends need. But this Bring-and-Buy day is different. Instead of Trader Jolly, there's a sneaky new trader called Beady Bold. And he's arrived with a boatload of trouble. The yum-yams are yummy, but they're hiding a very scary secret. All seems lost until Monty comes up with a daring plan. A charming and exciting series from beloved author Emily Rodda. |
| something special emily rodda: Scary Mary and the Stripe Spell: Monty's Island 1 Emily Rodda, Lucinda Gifford, 2020-03-31 On a tiny island far away, in a sea that ripples with magic, Monty never knows what he might find... Monty, Tawny and friends receive some startling news: Scary Mary and her pirate crew are on their way, looking for a new island to call home. What can they do? There's no way they can hide - especially when Bunchy accidentally turns the whole island stripy with her new magic wand. It's going to take one of Monty's best ideas to save them! An adventurous and delightful new series from beloved author Emily Rodda. |
| something special emily rodda: Something Special Emily Rodda, 2017-07-01 The award-winning classic by internationally renowned author Emily Rodda. Fete day has surprises in store for Sam, but are they all a dream! Something very strange is going to happen to Sam. In the spare room, the room with the stained-glass windows, the second-hand clothes hang in rows, stirring sunlight. Sam walks through the rows, brushing velvety sleeves, touching lace. The clothes are to be sold at the school fete on Saturday. They all carry neat price tags. Everything is ready. Sam knows that some of the clothes are Special. Her mother has told her so. But she is soon to find out just how Special they really are. Yes, something very strange is going to happen to Sam this afternoon. Afterwards, she may be very tempted to think it all has been a dream. Ages 9+ |
| something special emily rodda: Deltora Quest Emily Rodda, 2006 'Deltora Quest' series 1 tells the story of three companions - Leif, Barda and Jasmine - who are on a perilous quest to find the seven lost gems of the Belt of Deltora. Only when the belt is complete will the evil Shadow Lord and his rule of tyranny be overcome. This best-selling series of eight books is set in the fantasy world of Deltora, a sprawling kingdom of magic and monsters, bordered by the sea and a vast, curving mountain range, beyond which is an unknown territory called the Shadowlands. An appealing aspect of these books is the series of brainteasers, puzzles, clues and mysteries that the adventurers must solve to fulfill the quest. This bind-up presents all eight stories in one volume. |
| something special emily rodda: The Shop at Hoopers Bend Emily Rodda, 2017-08-01 'Rodda is a master storyteller . . . This is a beautiful, compelling story' -- Books+Publishing, four stars When Quil Medway gets on the train, she thinks she knows where and howher journey will end. At camp. With another school holiday spent surrounded bypeople, but feeling alone. Quil doesn't know how wrong she is. She doesn't know anything about theshop at Hoopers Bend. Or a bitter, prickly woman called Bailey Or a littleblack and white dog who at this very moment is chewing through a rope so he'll be free to answer a call that only he can hear. She doesn't know about the magic. But it won't be long now ... From one of Australia's most renowned children's authors, this is a story about coming home when you didn't even know that was where you belonged. MORE PRAISE 'The Shop at Hoopers Bend is a satisfying read for both young and old, with its timeless tale about new life, new hope and new beginnings. Recommended for 9 years and up.' - Reading Time AWARDS Shortlisted - WA Young Readers Book Awards Shortlisted - 2017 Aurealis Awards Shortlisted - 2018 CBCA Book of the Year Awards Shortlisted - 2018 Speech Pathology Book of the Year Awards Shortlisted - 2018 Queensland Literary Awards |
| something special emily rodda: His Name Was Walter Emily Rodda, 2019-12-09 From Australia's favourite storyteller comes a story, within a story, that shows us the extraordinary power of true love and solves a decades-old mystery. Once upon a time, in a dark city far away, there lived a boy called Walter, who had nothing but his name to call his own ... The handwritten book, with its strangely vivid illustrations, has been hidden in the old house for a long, long time. Tonight, four kids and their teacher will find it. Tonight, at last, the haunting story of Walter and the mysterious, tragic girl called Sparrow will be read - right to the very end ... From one of Australia's most renowned children's authors, comes an extraordinary story within a story - a mystery, a prophecy, a long-buried secret. And five people who will remember this night for the rest of their lives. |
| something special emily rodda: Pigs Might Fly Emily Rodda, 2017-07-01 The award-winning classic by internationally renowned author Emily Rodda. Pigs can't fly. Can they? 'I wish something would happen!' said Rachel. 'Something interesting!' Afterwards, she would remember what she'd said and how she'd felt, that rainy Saturday morning, and she would think, 'That was really the beginning,' and her stomach would give a little jolt, and the tips of her fingers would tingle. But at the time she didn't know what was in store. All she knew was that she was bored. Bored with having a cold and having to stay in bed. Bored with the rain drumming on the roof. If only something unlikely or unexpected would happen for a change. Something exciting - something wonderful. 'Maybe it will!' her father said. 'And pigs might fly!' Ages: 9+ |
| something special emily rodda: Tales of Deltora Emily Rodda, Marc McBride, 2005 Where did the Shadow Lord come from? How did the Ak-Baba come to be? All of Deltora?s secrets revealed at last! This special edition to delight all Deltora fans, is the foundation on which the series of fifteen best-sellers was built. The amazing secrets of Deltora are revealed. Emily Rodda revisits the traditions and legends of Deltora to create a rich cultural tapestry of Deltora history. This lavish publication is the final word on Deltora, the land of monsters and magic. It features magnificent colour plates by Marc McBride. |
| something special emily rodda: Deltora Quest Emily Rodda, 2003 The continuing adventures of Leif and his companions as the attempt to stop the Shadow Lord. |
| something special emily rodda: Something Special Emily Rodda, 2024 In the spare room, the second-hand clothes hang in rows, stirring in the sunlight. Sam walks through the rows, brushing velvety sleeves, touching lace, sensing memories and magic. The clothes all have neat price tags. They're ready to be sold at the school fete on Saturday. Sam knows that some of them are Special. Her mother has told her so. But she is soon to find out just how Special they really are. |
| something special emily rodda: Dog Tales Emily Rodda, 2013 The Dolan Street dogs were Max 1, Max 2, Barney, Scruffy, Gina and Mavis. Mavis was actually a goat, but she did not know this, and none of the others liked to tell her. . . Life for the Dolan Street dogs is not all lying around watching 'Dog Hospital'. It can be very exciting. Take 'The Haunting', for example, or 'The Night the Burglars Came'. And what about 'Barney's Magic'? |
| something special emily rodda: City of the Rats Emily Rodda, 2012-06 Lief, Barda and Jasmine have found the topaz and the ruby. Their search for the third stone takes them to the City of Rats, but none of them know what horrors await. Suggested level: primary, intermediate, junior secondary. |
| something special emily rodda: Dragons of Deltora Emily Rodda, 2006 Aided by the mysterious magic of Deltora's last dragons, Lief, Barda, and Jasmine have found and destroyed two of the Four Sisters, evil Shadow Lord creations that have been poisoning Deltora. Now, aware that time is running out for the kingdom's starving people, the adventurers are racing to their goal, on the wild west coast. The Shadow Lord has become aware of their quest. And somehow he knows every move they make. Terrible dangers from the present and the past lie in wait for them--Cover p. [4]. |
| something special emily rodda: Crumbs! Emily Rodda, Katrina Allan, 2001 Peter has problems with his 4 month old sister, reacts strangely to her baby biscuits. 9yrs+. |
| something special emily rodda: Finders Keepers Emily Rodda, 2001 Patrick loves the excitement of computer games. He is even more excited when the computer invites him to be a contestant in a million dollar TV game show called Finders Keepers. He accepts the invitation and discovers the world beyond the Barrier, and embarks on the adventure of his life. Ages 8-11. |
| something special emily rodda: The Isle of Illusion Emily Rodda, 2011-04-01 Lief, Barda and Jasmine are desperately searching for the three parts of the fabled Pirran Pipe, their only hope of saving the thousands of Deltorans held captive by the evil Shadow Lord. They have already risked their lives to gain the first part of the Pipe. Now they must find the second. As their loved ones left behind in Del struggle in a thickening web of rumour, suspicion and treachery, the companions move on to the mysterious island of Auron. They have been warned that terrible dangers await them. But nothing can prepare them for the reality of what is to come. |
| something special emily rodda: Bob the Builder and the Elves Emily Rodda, Craig Smith, 1998-01-01 Children's story. Bob the builder is very embarrassed when elves inhabit his home and start cleaning, shining his work boots and putting fairy bread in his lunch box. Bob doesn't know what to do until he talks to his neighbour Lily. Book has no relationship with the BBC TV character 'Bob the Builder'. Author has five times won the Childrens Book Council of Australia's Book of the Year (Younger Readers) Award and her books include 'Pigs Might Fly' and the Rowan of Rin series. |
| something special emily rodda: Rowan of Rin Emily Rodda, 2015 When the river that supports his village of Rin runs dry, Rowan must join a dangerous journey to its source in the forbidden Mountain. Rowan and his companions must conquer not only the mountain's many tricks, but also the fierce dragon that lives at its peak. To the villagers of Rin, Rowan appears to be a timid weakling, yet it is his help they need most. |
| something special emily rodda: Love, Honour, and O'Brien Jennifer Rowe, 2012-01-01 She stared into the speckled mirror, wondering how she had come to this. How could she, Holly Love, apple of her parents’ eye, competent manipulator of invoices in Gorgon Office Supplies, have ended up alone and starving in a dead man’s flat? How indeed? Most reluctant heroines would throw in the towel at this point. But Holly Love is made of sterner stuff. She’s sworn to track down the cheating swine who ripped her life apart, and make him pay. But as she tries to keep her head in the face of a bizarre mystery, a gloomy old house, a hearse-driving Elvis impersonator and a gang of vengeful thugs – not to mention a garrulous and possibly possessed parrot – Holly is forced to come to terms with a great truth. However bad things seem, they can always get worse. |
| something special emily rodda: Fundraising, Flirtation and Fancywork Annette Shiell, 2014-07-24 Fundraising, Flirtation and Fancywork examines the history and development of the charity bazaar movement in Australia. Transported from Britain, the charity bazaar played an integral role in Australian communal, social and philanthropic life from the early days of European settlement. Ranging in size and scale, from simple sales of goods to month long extravaganzas, charity bazaars were such a popular and successful means of raising revenue that they sustained the majority of the nation’s major public and religious institutions. The nineteenth-century charity bazaar was a paradox. On the one hand, it encapsulated responsibility and civic duty through its raison d’etre, which was the provision of support for charitable causes. On the other, it encouraged a loosening of social and gendered restraint as women of the middle and upper classes repositioned themselves in a public space where the acquisition of material goods, gambling and flirting with men was actively encouraged. From their inception, bazaars were the domain of women. They provided middle and upper class women with an opportunity to exercise their organisational, creative and social skills outside the domestic sphere, within a framework of socially acceptable philanthropic endeavour. Women’s dominance and public role in charity bazaars destabilised conventional gender relations. The nucleus of the charity bazaar was the fancywork produced by women for sale on the stalls. Bazaars were an accessible and important repository for the display and sale of women’s creative work and the bazaar movement was instrumental in shaping women’s fancywork. Bazaars were revered and reviled in colonial Australia. Despite the criticisms and the many social and cultural changes that occurred in nineteenth-century Australia, charity bazaars continued to escalate in number, popularity and complexity. They predated and influenced the great international exhibitions and the development of larger shops and emporiums and by the end of the century, had evolved into themed entertainment and shopping spectacles known as grand bazaars. Charity bazaars mirrored and shaped the social customs, mores and fashions of their time and are a rich, largely untapped, interdisciplinary historical source. |
| something special emily rodda: Children's Literature Barbara Stoodt, 1996 |
| something special emily rodda: The Key to Rondo Emily Rodda, 2008 There are four rules to the old, painted music box:Wind the box three times only. Never wind the boxwhile the music plays. Never shut the box while themusic plays. Never move the box until the musicstops.Leo wouldn't dream of breaking these rules, but hisstubborn cousin Mimi never does what she's told.She winds the box four times--and suddenly thepaintings on its side come to life and a powerfulwitch is released. Now Leo and Mimi must stop thewitch, if only they can find the key to the musicbox--and the magical world it contains. |
| something special emily rodda: Children's Fiction Sourcebook Margaret Hobson, Jennifer Madden, Ray Prytherch, 2018-12-17 First published in 1992, this Sourcebook is a basic working tool for all those concerned with children’s reading. It will help librarians and teachers to select a comprehensive stock of children’s’ fiction for their institutions.The authors in the sourcebook have been selected on the grounds of importance, popularity and current availability. Author entries are arranged in alphabetical order and indexes provided by title, series, age-range and genre. Each entry consists of some background information, and evaluative comment on style of the book, a list of the authors books with publisher, date and price, and literary agent where applicable. There is a suggestion of similar authors, sequels, related series and reader age range. |
| something special emily rodda: Children's Book Prizes Ruth Allen, 2019-01-22 First published in 1998, this book is the first comprehensive survey of the awards made to children’s books in the English-speaking world. The Volume covers nearly forty different prizes including well-known and established ones such as the Newbury Award, prizes instigated by the commercial sector such as the Smarties Prize, as well as nationally sponsored awards and prizes for illustrators. Detailed lists are provided of the winning titles and, where appropriate, the runners-up in each year that the award has been given. Ruth Allen also presents some fascinating and often entertaining insights into the motivations behind awards and how they are views by authors, illustrators, publishers, librarians, booksellers and potential purchasers. The various criteria applied by judges of these awards are also examined, with an assessment of whether they have always achieved the ‘right’ result. This Volume is both a useful guide for adults wishing to buy good books for children and an important tool for those researching the history of the children’s book industry. |
| something special emily rodda: Orana , 1996 |
| something special emily rodda: Children's Books from Other Countries Carl M. Tomlinson, United States Board on Books for Young People, 1998 Every child is entranced by the magic of story, regardless of national boundaries. Many of the most memorable childhood stories have their origins in other countries. Exposing children to this multi-national body of literature introduces them to the great diversity of people and cultures that populate the world at a young age, enabling them to become more thoughtful and generous individuals. Children's Books from Other Countries is a complete and current guide to international children's literature. The concept of a bibliography of international children's literature is not new. In the past, many books have accomplished this task. The last two decades, however, have not yet produced a current reference source devoted to international children's books. Children's Books from Other Countries wonderfully rectifies this lack of attention. An introductory essay provides an overview of the field including a discussion on the rationale of sharing international books with children, a brief history of the children's literature movement, related books and awards, and basic information about the International Board on Books for Young People (IBBY) and its American branch, the United States Board on Books for Young People (USBBY). An annotated bibliography contains over 700 titles from 29 different countries printed between 1950 and 1996. All titles are available in English; many have been translated and others have originated in other English-speaking countries. The titles are organized by genre and have been selected for their high quality. They are primarily targeted for children ages 0-14, although a few outstanding young adult titles are included. Winners of the Mildred Batchelder Award and the Hans Christian Andersen Medal are listed in the appendix. Indexes include Author-Title Index, Country of Origin Index, and Subject Index. Affordable and readable, this timely resource is certainly a must for librarians and teachers, and other professionals working with children. Sponsored by the United State |
| something special emily rodda: A Critical Handbook of Children's Literature Rebecca J. Lukens, 2007 Designed to facilitate the use of children's books from all genres, this exceptional resource helps teachers, librarians, and media specialists select the best children’s literature for the classroom, library, or home. Unlike an anthology of children's literature, which includes selected chapters or text summaries, the Eighth Edition of this highly regarded book teacheshowto select quality children's literature. Using the critical standards for all literature, examples of children’s books provide the basis for an explanation of critical principles and special issues in judging books for children. Taking readers through the definitions ofliterary termssuch as plot, character, theme, setting, point of view, style, and tone, Lukens provides sound criteria for assessing the merit of children's books. The book also includes chapters on rhymes, poetry, biography, and informational books. A new and enlarged section addresses censorship and a new chapter addresses the benefits of reading, its significance for children, and its growth in popularity among adults. |
| something special emily rodda: Cory Coleman, Grade 2 Larry Dane Brimner, 2016-06-07 Cory is turning seven, and his best friend convinces him to investigate the birthday present his mother has hidden away. But when they open it and it doesn't work they're afraid they've broken it! As if that isn't bad enough, the class bully tries to ruin Cory's birthday party at the skating rink. It looks as if second grade is off to a bad start for Cory Coleman. |
| something special emily rodda: The Lake of Tears (Deltora Quest #2) Emily Rodda, 2012-10-01 The international bestselling series returns for a new generation with a fresh look and bonus content from the legends of Deltora.Lief, Barda, and their unpredictable new companion Jasmine are on an urgent mission to find the seven stones from the magic Belt of Deltora. The golden topaz has already been found. But only when all the stones have been restored to the Belt can their land be freed from the dark power of the evil Shadow Lord.To find the second stone, Lief, Barda, and Jasmine must travel through territory ruled by the monster-sorceress Thaegan and overcome their biggest challenge yet--the hideous guardian of the enchanted Lake of Tears! |
| something special emily rodda: The Magic Key Emily Rodda, 2008 On her fifth journey to the magical Fairy Realm, Jessie, this time on her birthday, travels all the way to the end of the rainbow and tries to help her new friends, the rainbow fairies. |
| something special emily rodda: The Maze of the Beast (Deltora Quest #6) Emily Rodda, 2012-11-01 The international bestselling series returns for a new generation with a fresh look and bonus content from the legends of Deltora.Deltora is a land of monsters and magic. The evil Shadow Lord has become aware that Lief, Barda, and Jasmine are searching for the seven lost gems of the magic Belt of Deltora. He knows that the Belt's power will threaten his terrifying rule if the gems can be returned to it. Five gems have already been found. The next stone lies hidden in the underwater lair of the hideous and ferocious Glus. Already pursued by the servants of the Shadow Lord, Lief, Barda, and Jasmine will need all their strength and courage to face the Maze of the Beast. |
| something special emily rodda: The Rainbow Wand Emily Rodda, 2008 When a little girl from the human world becomes lost in the magical Realm, Jessie's only hope of finding her is the wand of a brilliant but reclusive magician, and if she succeeds she must still face Mrs. Tweedie, who is up to no good. |
| something special emily rodda: The Peskie Spell Emily Rodda, 2008 Returning to the Realm, Jessie searches for the flower needed to combat a plague of mischief-causing Peskies. |
| something special emily rodda: Children's Literature Barbara D. Stoodt, Linda B. Amspaugh, Jane Hunt, 1996 |
| something special emily rodda: Children's Literature Awards and Winners , 1994 |
| something special emily rodda: School Discourse Frances Christie, Beverly Derewianka, 2010-09-17 > |
| something special emily rodda: Fantasy Literature for Children and Young Adults Ruth Nadelman Lynn, 2005-03-30 Bibliographic information, grade level, and annotations for nearly 7,500 fantasy books for grades 3-12 are given. The introduction discusses the history of fantasy, and awards presented to fantasy titles are listed. |
| something special emily rodda: Australian Books in Print , 1998 |
| something special emily rodda: The Mammoth Encyclopedia of Modern Crime Fiction Michael Ashley, 2002 A reference and overview of the genre of crime fiction, primarily covering the 1950s onwards, although major earlier writers, such as Agatha Christie and Raymond Chandler, also have entries. |
| something special emily rodda: The Oxford Encyclopedia of Children's Literature: Luca-Slot Jack Zipes, 2006 Provides information on notable writers, illustrators, publishers, librarians, educators, and developments in the field of children's literature throughout the world, from the medieval period to the twenty-first century. |
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To take care of something/someone is to be responsible for its/their maintenance and well-being. I take care of my car. To care for something/someone is to appreciate it/them and encourage or …
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What is the difference between "I did" and "I have done"
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to know something or someone well. I'm sorry, I'm not familiar with your poetry. In the following context, which one should I use? British English is familiar to Chinese kids, since they are taught …
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prepositions - provide something for or to sb - English Language ...
Aug 8, 2024 · Answer 2: The general distinction is that "provide something to someone" says that it's provided directly to the person concerned. Whereas with "provide something for someone", …
Which preposition should I use when saying "Idea of" or "Idea on"
Apr 1, 2020 · "Of" and "on" can both be used, but they have slightly different meanings and usage: First, when asking people for ideas, it is common to say "Do you have an idea of (something)", …
infinitive vs gerund - to afford *doing* something - English …
Another thought... interpreting the "small number of results" as "meaning something" has a sampling bias. If there were less books and more unscripted speech, you would have different …
"Count on" and "Count with" usages - English Language Learners …
I believe count with should be used when I'm telling something like: I can count with my fingers. And count on could be used in situations like: You can count on me. I've heard a sentence …
structure - Does "save time" go with "on something" and "Ving" to ...
Jun 9, 2024 · "saving time on (something)" means shaving time from it, not completely eliminating it. "I can save time on commuting if I take the earlier train, which is an express with fewer …
prepositions - Care of/for/about something or somebody - English ...
To take care of something/someone is to be responsible for its/their maintenance and well-being. I take care of my car. To care for something/someone is to appreciate it/them and encourage or …
prepositions - Advice "on" or advice "about"? - English Language ...
Dec 7, 2020 · The word combination "advice on" tends to specifically mean "give/provide advice", whereas "advice about something" seems to imply you want to inform someone about …
What is the difference between "I did" and "I have done"
Apr 20, 2016 · Have done is the "present perfect" form. Basically,when we use the Present Perfect it means that something has happened at some point in our lives before now. Remember, the …
word usage - "familiar to" vs. "familiar with" - English Language ...
to know something or someone well. I'm sorry, I'm not familiar with your poetry. In the following context, which one should I use? British English is familiar to Chinese kids, since they are …
indefinite article - When to use "as" or "as a" - English Language ...
Jul 28, 2020 · I feel like the first one sounds better but maybe I have it all wrong, perhaps because in my mother language we can say it both ways and we don't have to use "a" because the …
