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|  | The Pekingese Today by Liz Stannard
Ever since the Pekingese was introduced to the West in the 1860s it has enjoyed a loyal following among dog lovers around the world. This new book by a foremost breed authority tells readers everything they will need to know to understand this unique little dog, to find the right puppy and to care for and enjoy their very own canine ambassador from the court of Imperial China. Chapters on the Pekingese standard, showing, judging, breeding, health care and a survey of the Pekingese in Great Britain, America and around the world add their own value to this important book. AUTHOR: Liz Stannard
PUBLISHER: Wiley, John & Sons, Incorporated
FORMAT: Hardcover
CATEGORY: Pets & Animals 
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 | Honor Bound by Dick Hill, W. E. Butterworth
In October 1942, Nazi submarines are secretly being resupplied off the coast of neutral Argentina. Determined to sabotage the operation, the OSS enlists a young U.S. Marine aviator ace, Cletus Frade. His mission is to gain the support of powerful Argentinian El Coronel , but in Buenos Aires he is thrust into a battle between duty and honor--for El Coronel is the father he never knew. AUTHOR: Dick Hill, W. E. Butterworth
PUBLISHER: Berkley Publishing Group
FORMAT: Paperback
CATEGORY: Non-Fiction
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 | Punch with Judy by Johnny Heller, Avi
A starving orphan is taken in by a traveling medicine show and given the stage name of Punch . He soon befriends another of the show's performers, a girl named Judy who performs an equestrian act. AUTHOR: Johnny Heller, Avi
PUBLISHER: HarperCollins Children's Book Group
FORMAT: Paperback
CATEGORY: Non-Fiction
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 | Primary Games by Kim Kostoroski Sugar, Steve Sugar
This book offers K-6 teachers and parents a variety of easy-to-adapt, easy-to-run games that can be used to enliven instruction, boost student motivation, and enhance learning. These activities are designed to offer fun and entertaining ways to introduce new concepts to students and can be applied to diverse curricular areas and classroom settings. The book offers 25 game templates, along with instructions on setting up, running, scoring, debriefing, and customizing the games. AUTHOR: Kim Kostoroski Sugar, Steve Sugar
PUBLISHER: Wiley, John & Sons, Incorporated
FORMAT: Paperback
CATEGORY: Non-Fiction
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 | Friendly Guide to Mythology by Nancy Hathaway
From classic literature and Jungian psychology to pop lyrics and Nike sneakers, mythology informs every aspect of our culture and thought. These timeless myths tell surprisingly modern sounding tales of love and devotion and of carnage, adultery, and incest. Whether they come from a Native American, Asian, African, or Greek and Roman tradition, they offer endless revelations and insights into the human psyche. AUTHOR: Nancy Hathaway
PUBLISHER: Viking Penguin
FORMAT: Hardcover
CATEGORY: Non-Fiction
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 | Henry & Mudge in Puddle Trouble by Cynthia Rylant, Sucie Stevenson, Suzanne Toren
Henry and his dog, Mudge, return for more adventures in this beginning reader book. All of the stories in the collection take place in early spring. Color illustrations accompany the text. AUTHOR: Cynthia Rylant, Sucie Stevenson, Suzanne Toren
FORMAT: Paperback
CATEGORY: Non-Fiction
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