Resultados para "The Moor" en Fantasía y magia

Ulysses Moore ha undici anni e nessuna voglia di andare a Eton, il più prestigioso collegio inglese. Lui vuole stare con i suoi amici nelle strade di Londra, esplorare edifici in rovina, lanciarsi con i carretti di legno fin dentro il Tamigi, trovare il coraggio di dire quello che prova a sua cugina Daffodille. Invece viene mandato dai nonni da un oscuro professore che gli farà lezione nei mesi a venire.

Twin brother and sister Benji and Kelly wander off at the local county fair after witnessing their parents argue. When Benji runs into a group of bullies, he escapes into a tent called The Memory Emporium, where he meets a strange old man named Louis. The old man shows him a magically vivid memory of a fighter pilot in the hopes of getting him to pay to see the other memories he’s collected from people over the years.

In this book about friendship, a little boy and his big dragon have tons of fun playing together at home, outdoors, in the pool and at the beach, making music and reading, and caring for the baby brother.

When young Benjay spots his neighbor Mr. Guenther mysteriously floating in mid-air, he's certain he's discovered Santa's secret identity. When disaster strikes at the Christmas parade, with Benjay trapped in the middle of it, will Santa save the day? Is Mr. Guenther really Santa Claus or is there an even more magical explanation?

This classic tale is enhanced by musical collaboration with Mike Hall, film composer, and warm narration by Kathy Verduin. Feel the children's excitement as Sugar Plums dance in their heads, hear Santa as he wishes all a Merry Christmas, and sense Poppa's excitement as he accidentally runs into Santa in the living room! Children of all ages will love this new twist on Clement Clarke Moore's classic tale!

If you build a perfect castle, a dragon will move in - and that's exactly what happens to one very lucky boy when his family gears up for some changes. The boy and his dragon bounce in their castle, duel with delight, and have an amazing time together...until they find out that their castle is a crib for a new baby. Huh? As soon as they get used to the news, the boy and dragon are back in roaring form, entertaining the infant with marching music, aerial acrobatics, and baby-bottle bowling. But merriment turns to mischief and mischief leads to consequences.

If you build a perfect sandcastle, a dragon will move in. And that's exactly what happens to one very lucky boy at the beach. Dad is busy sunbathing, and Mom is busy with her book, so the boy and dragon roam the beach together, flying a kite, braving the waves, and roasting marshmallows. But no one believes him when he shares the news of his magnificent dragon: Mom only hears the roar of the ocean, Dad thinks the dragon feather is a seagull feather, and know-it-all sis claims there's no such thing as a dragon.

A hero fights for what is right! A hero's aim is true! Is the hero of this story like that? I don't know. He is the kind of person who might turn you into a donut if he's thinking too hard about donuts. His name is Gumluck the Wizard, and he is on a Quest. Along the way he'll discover singing goblins, unicorn magic, a possible ostrich that breathes definite fire, and three companions who are pretty sure they're heroes already.

Sixth-grader Nina Tanleven knows that old Mrs. Watson’s spike-roofed, dark green house is haunted. She feels the ghost as soon as she walks toward the faded porch. But when Nina climbs the stairs to look for an antique wardrobe in the tower room, she has to wonder what else the spooky mansion is hiding. Soon Nina is in the company of a ghostly crying child, a long-dead artist, and a gruesome, hypnotic painting. To break the dark spell surrounding the house, she will have to join forces with these shadowy spirits.

Precious the baby dragon was left to fend for herself in an ocean cave. King Teddy Bear and Queen Giggles rescue her and spend their days teaching her about kindness, compassion, and exploration. But, with all that love Precious is still wanting more. Follow the three in their adventures to find out what the baby dragon is looking for.

Join Queen Vernita and her friends on a magical train ride learning about bandits, forests, the music man, and Santa himself.

This book is full of yawns. And not just your average yawns, either—there are seafaring yawns, giant yawns, miniature yawns, royal yawns, and even yawns with fire coming out of them. This book also contains three precious eggs, one confused dragon, a very silly wizard, and the tiny ghost who haunts his hair. The ghost’s name is Butterscotch. The wizard’s name is Gumluck, and he is a bumbling noodlehead.

This is a story about magic, if you like that kind of thing. It is also a story about a ghost with amnesia, an unpopular fairy, an ungrateful town, and a wise and helpful raven (who happens to be a pretty good storyteller). But mostly, it is about a friendly little wizard who lives inside a big hill and really, really, really wants to be a hero. His name is Gumluck, and he is a bumbling noodlehead. In this tall tale about a short wizard, celebrated author Adam Rex proves once and for all that the biggest heroes often come in the smallest nightgowns.

It’s the first day of fall. The air is cold. The leaves are blowing. Raggedy Ann, Raggedy Andy, and all their toy friends think it is the perfect day to go outside and have a party. Children of all ages can explore the wonders of the fall season through the simple language and delightful descriptions of this enchanting tale. Christina Moore’s charming reading highlights a warm story, full of fun and friendship.

Rilla Harmony Earth is already an easy target because of her name and her mom's unconventional philosophies. Now a seven-year-old Botswanan monster named Icicle has appeared in her mailbox, and someone has signed her up to receive a new monster on the first of every month!

For sixth-grader Nina Tanleven, nothing is scarier than auditioning for a play at the famous old Grand Theater. But Nina changes her mind when she climbs on stage to audition - and sees a ghost sitting in the audience! Then, even stranger things happen. Scripts are ripped up, sets are knocked down, and everyone fears the ghost wants to stop the play. Everyone, of course, except Nina and her best friend Chris.

Nina Tanleven and her best friend Chris are delighted to spend the remainder of the summer with Nina’s architect father at the rambling old country inn he has been hired to restore. On the afternoon they arrive, the girls pause for a closer look at some faded Civil War photographs hanging in the hallway, fascinated by one picture in particular of a handsome Confederate soldier whose dreamy eyes hold them enthralled. But in the midst of all their oohing and aahing a shivery sensation passes between them, like an icy hand on the back of their necks.

Penny has a big wish and a little piggy bank. Can saving small coins really make a dream come true? In Saving for a Wish, part of The Money Magic Series, ten-year-old Penny discovers the magic of saving when her piggy bank, Piggy, suddenly comes to life. Together, they learn how small daily habits can grow into something big — and that dreams are built one shiny coin at a time. Through cheerful storytelling and charming illustrations, this book teaches children about money, patience, and the joy of working toward goals.

Benjay faces the biggest challenge of his young life. His magical Bubble friend Peepers has no idea of the danger that lies ahead as she breaks the rules to help her human friend. It’s the kind of danger that could impact all Bubbles. Mysterious events unfold, including unexplained improvements in Benjay's condition and strange dreams of a woman who may be more than she appears. Join Benjay and Peepers as they face peril in their latest magical adventure!

Having missed Christmas battling cancer the past two years, Benjay is excited to celebrate all the holiday traditions with his family. Christmas activities take a perilous turn with a robbery at the century-old bank where Benjay’s mother works. Benjay’s new Bubble friend Peepers has a feeling that her human friend is in danger. Her fears intensify with the ominous vision from a visiting Elder. With a secret motive, the Bubble Elders launch a mission to verify the vision. Peepers and her older brother Fret leave to investigate the curious vision, not knowing the danger they will encounter.