Coy john (318 Ergebnisse)

Hardback. Zustand: Good. A tender look back at a child's first steps, On Your Wayis a celebration of growth, movement, and the importance of slowing down to observe life's milestones both big and small. A mother recounts for her child "that day on the porch" when they first tried to walk. As the child totters, stumbles, and flops, young animals nearby gallop, jump, waddle, and hop. Kids will delight in the child's progress and think of the ways they're still learning to grow and move every single day now that they're on their way. A perfect book for looking back at how far kids have come.and how far they'll go. Shipman, Talitha (illustrator).…

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. John M. Travis teaches Buddha's insights in order to relieve suffering in daily life. Take a seat, cultivate mindfulness and compassion, and trust in your growing capacity to live with a free heart. The book is based on a number of John's Dharma talks. Open the book; open all the doors and windows, and be in the present moment at home with yourelf where ever you are.Jack Kornfield presents the forward. …

Paperback. Zustand: Good. One day at her dad's house, a young girl finds two old potatoes in the cupboard. Gross. But before she can throw them away, her dad suggests they try to grow new potatoes from the old ones, which have sprouted eyes. Told from May to September, the potato-growing season, the story includes all the basic steps for growing potatoes while subtly dealing with the parents' recent divorce. Just like the new potatoes that emerge from ugly old potatoes, this dad and daughter move on and make a new life together in the face of unavoidable and unpleasant change. Carolyn Fisher's artwork will be instantly recognizable from her picture book debut, A Twisted Tale, and her trademark high-energy art and design infuse joy and humor into this heartwarming story. Carolyn Fisher (illustrator).…

Hardback. Zustand: Very Good. Taking over a rowdy gym class right before winter vacation is not something James Naismith wants to do at all. The last two teachers of this class quit in frustration. The students--a bunch of energetic young men--are bored with all the regular games and activities. Naismith needs something new, exciting, and fast to keep the class happy--or someone's going to get hurt. Saving this class is going to take a genius. Discover the true story of how Naismith invented basketball in 1891 at a school in Springfield, Massachusetts. Morse, Joe (illustrator). …

Hardback. Zustand: Good. Taking over a rowdy gym class right before winter vacation is not something James Naismith wants to do at all. The last two teachers of this class quit in frustration. The students--a bunch of energetic young men--are bored with all the regular games and activities. Naismith needs something new, exciting, and fast to keep the class happy--or someone's going to get hurt. Saving this class is going to take a genius. Discover the true story of how Naismith invented basketball in 1891 at a school in Springfield, Massachusetts. Morse, Joe (illustrator).…

Hardback. Zustand: Fair. With lyrical text and thought-provoking photography, Their Great Gift explores the experiences of immigrants in the twenty-first century, focusing on the lives of children. Images of families who came to the United States from many different parts of the world celebrate the diversity of our country and contain a vision of hope for the future.…

Hardback. Zustand: Good. With lyrical text and thought-provoking photography, Their Great Gift explores the experiences of immigrants in the twenty-first century, focusing on the lives of children. Images of families who came to the United States from many different parts of the world celebrate the diversity of our country and contain a vision of hope for the future.…

Hardback. Zustand: Very Good. When they piled into cars and drove through Durham, North Carolina, the members of the Duke University Medical School basketball team only knew that they were going somewhere to play basketball. They didn't know whom they would play against. But when they came face to face with their opponents, they quickly realized this secret game was going to make history. Discover the true story of how in 1944, Coach John McLendon orchestrated a secret game between the best players from a white college and his team from the North Carolina College of Negroes. At a time of widespread segregation and rampant racism, this illegal gathering changed the sport of basketball forever. DuBurke, Randy (illustrator).…

Hardback. Zustand: Good. When they piled into cars and drove through Durham, North Carolina, the members of the Duke University Medical School basketball team only knew that they were going somewhere to play basketball. They didn't know whom they would play against. But when they came face to face with their opponents, they quickly realized this secret game was going to make history. Discover the true story of how in 1944, Coach John McLendon orchestrated a secret game between the best players from a white college and his team from the North Carolina College of Negroes. At a time of widespread segregation and rampant racism, this illegal gathering changed the sport of basketball forever. DuBurke, Randy (illustrator).…

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. A warm-hearted portrait of a simple event that encapsulates the bond between a father and a son. This warm and thoughtful story about a father and son on an all-night drive to the mountains is just right for Father's Day. McCarty, Peter (illustrator).

Paperback. Zustand: Good. A warm-hearted portrait of a simple event that encapsulates the bond between a father and a son. This warm and thoughtful story about a father and son on an all-night drive to the mountains is just right for Father's Day. McCarty, Peter (illustrator).

Paperback. Zustand: Fair. A warm-hearted portrait of a simple event that encapsulates the bond between a father and a son. This warm and thoughtful story about a father and son on an all-night drive to the mountains is just right for Father's Day. McCarty, Peter (illustrator).

Paperback. Zustand: Good. When Miles Manning, a successful high school football player, discovers his teammates are using steroids - and one of them is his best friend - he's faced with a tough decision: Is he willing to do what it takes to win? Football is his life, and his family, especially his dad, is pinning its hopes on him. It's a lot of pressure for a high school junior to bear. This gripping look into the world of high school boys and athletes - and their struggle to be the best - is provocative and searingly honest.…

Paperback. Zustand: Fair. When Miles Manning, a successful high school football player, discovers his teammates are using steroids - and one of them is his best friend - he's faced with a tough decision: Is he willing to do what it takes to win? Football is his life, and his family, especially his dad, is pinning its hopes on him. It's a lot of pressure for a high school junior to bear. This gripping look into the world of high school boys and athletes - and their struggle to be the best - is provocative and searingly honest.…

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. Reprint. It's a well-cared-for item that has seen limited use. The item may show minor signs of wear. All the text is legible, with all pages included. It may have slight markings and/or highlighting.

Paperback. Zustand: Good. Jackson's mom is dating. Gig's dad is going to serve in the Middle East. Isaac might be going to a new school. Diego spends his spare time working. These four friends lead different lives, but on the baseball field, they're a strong team--the top of the order. As their last year of elementary school ends, the boys want to have their best baseball season ever. But this year, they might not even have enough players to stay in the league. Then a great player volunteers to join the team. But it's a girl And she plays with a pink glove Now the team is coming apart at the seams. Will this end up being the worst season ever? Here is a story about how life, like sports, can be unpredictable, frustrating, and exhilarating. Top of the Order by John Coy is part of the 4 for 4 series, an action-packed middle grade series for young readers about four boys from diverse backgrounds who deal with family, friendship, and school situations. Appealing characters and plenty of baseball action will make this a hit with young sports fans. --Kirkus Reviews Coy effortlessly captures the voices of boys on the verge of adolescence. Jackson and his friends are fully developed. --School Library Journal.…

Paperback. Zustand: Fair. Reprint. The item might be beaten up but readable. May contain markings or highlighting, as well as stains, bent corners, or any other major defect, but the text is not obscured in any way.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. Jackson's mom is dating. Gig's dad is going to serve in the Middle East. Isaac might be going to a new school. Diego spends his spare time working. These four friends lead different lives, but on the baseball field, they're a strong team--the top of the order. As their last year of elementary school ends, the boys want to have their best baseball season ever. But this year, they might not even have enough players to stay in the league. Then a great player volunteers to join the team. But it's a girl And she plays with a pink glove Now the team is coming apart at the seams. Will this end up being the worst season ever? Here is a story about how life, like sports, can be unpredictable, frustrating, and exhilarating. Top of the Order by John Coy is part of the 4 for 4 series, an action-packed middle grade series for young readers about four boys from diverse backgrounds who deal with family, friendship, and school situations. Appealing characters and plenty of baseball action will make this a hit with young sports fans. --Kirkus Reviews Coy effortlessly captures the voices of boys on the verge of adolescence. Jackson and his friends are fully developed. --School Library Journal.…

Hardcover. Zustand: Fair. With dust jacket. The item might be beaten up but readable. May contain markings or highlighting, as well as stains, bent corners, or any other major defect, but the text is not obscured in any way.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. An originally illustrated tale of the thrill of street basketball. This eye-catching picture book blends photography and scratchboard drawings in a series of arresting mixed media collages. Staccato bursts of dialogue and description emulate the stop-start rhythm of the game' - Publishers Weekly 'Real-life kids competing on a mythic playing field - that's the message here, but you don't need to understand it in those terms to feel its allure' - Booklist 'Cleanly compelling' - Kirkus Reviews'.…

Paperback. Zustand: Good. An originally illustrated tale of the thrill of street basketball. This eye-catching picture book blends photography and scratchboard drawings in a series of arresting mixed media collages. Staccato bursts of dialogue and description emulate the stop-start rhythm of the game' - Publishers Weekly 'Real-life kids competing on a mythic playing field - that's the message here, but you don't need to understand it in those terms to feel its allure' - Booklist 'Cleanly compelling' - Kirkus Reviews'.…

Paperback. Zustand: Fair. Middle school and life on and off the basketball court are what four friends deal with in this satisfying conclusion to the 4 for 4 series. Here are four very different boys dealing with family, friends, school, and sports, told in a believable and accessible style. Jackson, Gig, Isaac, and Diego, four sports-loving friends who have always stuck together, are getting used to the routines of middle school: detention, tons of homework, and a bit of drama where girls and school dances are concerned--there's a lot on their plates. One thing the boys are looking forward to, however, is basketball season. The court may be unpredictable, but it's nothing compared to their lives. Jackson's mom is marrying her boyfriend. Isaac and Diego may not even play basketball, because they have so many other things going on. And Gig is worried about his father, who is still stationed in Afghanistan. Here is a story about how life, like sports, can be unpredictable, frustrating, and exhilarating. Take Your Best Shot by John Coy is part of the 4 for 4 series, an action-packed middle grade series for young readers about four boys from diverse backgrounds who deal with family, friendship, and school situations. "This appealing story about friendships rings true . Coy's fourth book in the '4 for 4' series nets a win." -Children's Literature. …

Paperback. Zustand: Good. Middle school and life on and off the basketball court are what four friends deal with in this satisfying conclusion to the 4 for 4 series. Here are four very different boys dealing with family, friends, school, and sports, told in a believable and accessible style. Jackson, Gig, Isaac, and Diego, four sports-loving friends who have always stuck together, are getting used to the routines of middle school: detention, tons of homework, and a bit of drama where girls and school dances are concerned--there's a lot on their plates. One thing the boys are looking forward to, however, is basketball season. The court may be unpredictable, but it's nothing compared to their lives. Jackson's mom is marrying her boyfriend. Isaac and Diego may not even play basketball, because they have so many other things going on. And Gig is worried about his father, who is still stationed in Afghanistan. Here is a story about how life, like sports, can be unpredictable, frustrating, and exhilarating. Take Your Best Shot by John Coy is part of the 4 for 4 series, an action-packed middle grade series for young readers about four boys from diverse backgrounds who deal with family, friendship, and school situations. "This appealing story about friendships rings true . Coy's fourth book in the '4 for 4' series nets a win." -Children's Literature. …

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. Reprint. It's a well-cared-for item that has seen limited use. The item may show minor signs of wear. All the text is legible, with all pages included. It may have slight markings and/or highlighting.

Paperback. Zustand: Fair. Standard Edition. The item might be beaten up but readable. May contain markings or highlighting, as well as stains, bent corners, or any other major defect, but the text is not obscured in any way.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. Standard Edition. It's a well-cared-for item that has seen limited use. The item may show minor signs of wear. All the text is legible, with all pages included. It may have slight markings and/or highlighting.

Zustand: Good. Item in good condition. Textbooks may not include supplemental items i.e. CDs, access codes etc.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. Standard Edition. It's a well-cared-for item that has seen limited use. The item may show minor signs of wear. All the text is legible, with all pages included. It may have slight markings and/or highlighting.

Hardback. Zustand: Good. Jackson's mom is dating. Gig's dad is going to serve in the Middle East. Isaac might be going to a new school. Diego spends his spare time working. These four friends lead different lives, but on the baseball field, they're a strong team--the top of the order. As their last year of elementary school ends, the boys want to have their best baseball season ever. But this year, they might not even have enough players to stay in the league. Then a great player volunteers to join the team. But it's a girl And she plays with a pink glove Now the team is coming apart at the seams. Will this end up being the worst season ever? Here is a story about how life, like sports, can be unpredictable, frustrating, and exhilarating. Top of the Order by John Coy is part of the 4 for 4 series, an action-packed middle grade series for young readers about four boys from diverse backgrounds who deal with family, friendship, and school situations. Appealing characters and plenty of baseball action will make this a hit with young sports fans. --Kirkus Reviews Coy effortlessly captures the voices of boys on the verge of adolescence. Jackson and his friends are fully developed. --School Library Journal.…

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. It's a well-cared-for item that has seen limited use. The item may show minor signs of wear. All the text is legible, with all pages included. It may have slight markings and/or highlighting.