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Brenda Black prides herself on her logical and orderly mind. She studies anatomy books and idolizes Leonardo da Vinci. But things go haywire when her spoiled cousin Tiffany comes to visit. Fed up with Tiffany's bragging, Brenda snaps when Tiffany implies that Brenda is not cultured enough to know who Miss Camilla Freeman is--Miss Camilla Freeman, the very famous prima ballerina. Brenda tells Tiffany that not only does she know who Camilla Freeman is, but she happens to own an autographed pair of her toe shoes.

The circus has come to town! I've never been to a real live circus before, but I know it will be the best thing ever! I've heard all about circus things from Mama Mange, and, wow, does she have some stories! I can't wait until opening night. It all looks so amazing! Well, apart from those scary man-monsters with green hair and red noses.... Hopefully I can steer clear of them.... With my whole pooch pack alongside me - and, of course, my favourite pet human, Ruff! - what could possibly go wrong?

Meet Z . . . Z has a small, well kind of BIG, problem. Every time he speaks – a couple of words, or even just a line – it rhymes! Seriously. So when Z is at school, answering questions in class, in the dreaded school lunch queue, in the playground . . . when Z speaks, it always rhymes! In fact, that’s how he earned his nickname: Z. A reflection of the number of words he now speaks at school on a daily basis. Zero! Yep, ZILCH!

Put on your blue suede shoes and get ready for another addition to the Who Was…? series! The King could not have come from humbler origins: Born in Tupelo, Mississippi, during the Depression, he grew up with the blues music of the rural South, the gospel music of local churches, and the country-western classics. But he forged a sound all his own - and a look that was all his own, too. With curled lip, swiveling hips, and greased pompadour, Elvis changed popular music forever, ushering in the age of rock and roll.

Betsy Bow-Linnet is determined to become a world famous concert pianist like her parents. There's just one problem: no matter how hard she practises she doesn't share their musical talents. So when a mysterious letter arrives from a woman claiming to know of an unusual method that will make Betsy's playing stupendous, Betsy jumps at the chance. There's just one condition: she must keep the method a secret.

Rafe Khatchadorian has never been cool. But all that changes when he becomes the guitarist in an awesome rock band and wrangles a part-time job at Hills Village's trendiest new coffee shop slash yoga studio. No more being at the bottom of middle school food chain – Rafe is finally going to be popular!

Twelve-year-old Elissa has been raised in seclusion as a devotee of the Mother Goddess. She is a special child, a blessed child, a child who can sing miracles into being. Her voice can heal wounds, halt landslides, cure hunger—and even end wars. But there are those who would use her gift for darker things. And when Elissa finds herself the farthest from home she’s ever been—along with her vain and jealous music tutor, Lucio—she will have to develop the judgment to decide who wants to use her song to heal...and who wants to use her song to hurt.

No one is shocked by the six-eyed alien strolling around the Universal back lot. The tourists just think he's part of the show. It doesn't take long for Buddy to land a role on a popular TV show, playing (of course) an alien. He becomes an overnight heartthrob and is suddenly faced with legions of adoring fans, rides in glamorous limos, and appearances at "all-the-shrimp-you-can-eat" red carpet parties. But can Buddy maintain his secret identity while in the spotlight?

Un audiolibro de cuentos protagonizados por Peppa Pig donde los sueños se hacen realidad, con la música original y el casting completo de la serie. Los cuentos de Peppa Pig, la cerdita más famosa, transmiten valores positivos como la generosidad, la amistad o la sinceridad. Pásalo en grande con este recopilatorio.

It's spring break, and Stink is faced with a difficult choice: hang out at home with his sister, Judy, or become a Shakespeare Sprite with his friend Sophie of the Elves. Hanged be! When Sophie tells Stink that there will be swordplay and cursing at Shakespeare camp, his choice is made. But wait! How now? The eager young thespian hadn't counted on Riley Rottenberger being a Sprite, too. And he positively had not counted on being the only boy! Fie upon't!

Sammy the Seahorse loves playing the ukulele more than anything. When he tries to learn a new song, he feels frustrated because he can't play the chords. With the help of a wise pufferfish who is a music teacher, he learns the chords and the importance of practice and patience. Follow Sammy as he shows perseverance and learns a favorite song that will soon fill the ocean with a beautiful sound.

Daniel descubre la historia del misterioso mago Sirasfi que trabaja en un circo y le ayuda a recuperar un maravilloso tesoro, las cinco piedras mágicas que reunidas darán poder a quien las posea.

It’s time for the Windsor Gardens Annual Pet Show and everyone is very excited! But when the judge fails to show up, has Paddington got what it takes to pick the best in show? With hilarious pet fashion shows, animal assault courses and a special skills round, Paddington has a real job on his hands to select a winner!

In 1935, a nine-year-old boy's family held a forbidden Potlatch in faraway Kingcome Inlet. Watl'kina slipped from his bed to bear witness. In the Big House masked figures danced by firelight to the beat of the drum. And there, he saw a figure he knew. Aboriginal elder Alfred Scow and award-winning author Andrea Spalding collaborate to tell the story, to tell the secret of the dance.

Everyone in Henry’s family can dance, except him! No matter how hard he tries, he just can’t get it. If only he could enter the dance competition with the rest of his family! But what happens when he accidentally sits on top of an ant hill? Will his moves be good enough to win the competition?

Meet Timothy and his family! They each have a special instrument they play. In this easy-to-understand rebus story, follow along with the band to see all the different musical instruments and the sounds they make. Do you play any musical instruments?

Spencer loves movies, but real life is boring, right? When his late grandfather's will reveals the tasks he wants his grandsons to undertake, Spencer thinks he got screwed. He's not going to France or Spain or Africa. He's not even getting a cool tattoo, like his younger brother. No, he's going to Buffalo to get a kiss from an ancient movie star. Gross. And he's supposed to film it. Grosser. But Spencer hasn't bargained on Gloria Lorraine, star of the silver screen back in the day.

How did a teenage actress become a Grammy-winning pop star? Find out in this Who HQ Now biography about Ariana Grande and her exciting career that spans the Broadway stage, television, and music to blockbuster movies!

Marcus is NOT happy to be stuck in after-school film class...until he realizes he can turn the story of the cartoon superhero he’s been drawing for years into an actual MOVIE! There’s just one problem: He has no idea what he’s doing. So he’ll need help, from his friends, his teachers, Sierra, the strong-willed classmate with creative dreams of her own, even Tyrell, the local bully who’d be a perfect movie villain if he weren’t too terrifying to talk to.

Listen to author Marilyn Singer read this lively collection of poems about dance to the rhythm of each style. The poems are accompanied by original music.