Wonder English

Bess has always loved her grandfather’s collection of curiosities. So she’s delighted when she’s handed the keys to his Odditorium. But unless she finds a way to draw in the crowds, she’ll have to close its doors for good. When a mysterious train pulls into town, bound for The Land of Halloween Sweets, Bess hatches a plan and sneaks onboard. She is soon discovered by Beau the puppeteer, Louie the violinist and Maria the fire witch. Eager to join their adventure, Bess sets out to search for the rarest sweet of all–the ghostly gobstopper.

In Tired Wonder, Eric Overby offers a personal account of his last two years. 2021-2023 has seen both the continuation of a struggle with infertility and the birth of his daughter. Eric also changes careers and struggles with his new identity and the changes that come along, ultimately leading him to circle back around and return to it.

Rural Oregon: 1936. Jane Alexander sits on her porch listening to Walter Winchell's Live at the Stork Club in New York City, then retires to bed alone with a pulp romance, dreaming of being a famous writer but knowing she lacks some elusive gift to make it a reality. That is, until 15-year-old Tobias Randall shows up at her one-room schoolhouse and reveals his otherworldly capability of crafting amazing stories.

Fifteen-year-old Afia dreams of exploring the world beyond her secluded cliff-side home of Dafra. Her twin sister, Ada, is perfectly happy with fulfilling their family's expectations of them. But Afia dreams of adventure.

The Magical Adventures of Whiskers and Wonders is ideal for children in the age range of 6 to 10 years old. The story's magical and whimsical elements, along with its emphasis on friendship and courage, make it a delightful and engaging listen for young listeners in this age group.

Bestselling author and Magnolia cofounder Joanna Gaines welcomes you on an imaginative adventure through nature’s small surprises and invites you and your kids to be curious, slow down, and take in everyday wonders. Inspired by Joanna’s young son’s insistence to “look up!” and the shift to a slower perspective she enjoyed after having her last child, this book shares the delight of taking a friend by the hand, getting your boots muddy, and discovering the secrets just waiting to be uncovered.

Welcome, young explorers, to the second installment in the "Wild Wonders of America" series, where we embark on an adventure into the heart of the American wilderness to discover its "Marvelous Mammals." This journey will take us from the towering forests inhabited by secretive lynxes to the vast prairies roamed by swift pronghorns, from the serene waters navigated by gentle manatees to the skies soared by majestic eagles.

Get your copy of "Wonders Unveiled: A Collection of Marvelous Short Stories" today and embark on a journey of enchantment, time travel, emotion, and parallel worlds that will leave you spellbound. This collection of short stories is filled with motivational tales of magical realism, twists, adventure, hope, deep meaning, and heroes' journeys which are great for all ages: kids, young adults, and seniors.

Listen to this audiobook to learn more about the Seven Wonders of the Ancient and the New World!

Meet Francis, a black cat with one golden eye, who navigates the challenges of transitioning from a wild kitten to an indoor pet under the care of The Lady. While he finds comfort in the companionship of Old Kenny and the Big Black Dog, Francis longs to reconnect with his cousins. However, their rejection only fuels Francis's determination when he witnesses a kitten in need. With unwavering courage, he sets out to unite his cousins and save the day. Join Francis as he embarks on daring mission that reminds us all of the importance of acceptance and friendship.

This book was written to create fresh wonder and awe about the story of Christmas in your heart and mind. Drawn from several translations of Scripture and Biblical, historical research, this book offers a fresh retelling of the well-known Christmas story as written in the Gospels of Matthew and Luke. In a format conducive to the celebration of Advent, families seeking to incorporate a Biblical Christmas tradition into their holiday festivities, will also be able to use this book year after year, to emphasize the true meaning and personal impact of Christmas.

When Andrew Ingram walks his longtime friend and confidant Jeanie home after a celebratory dinner, he has no idea that his life is about to change in unimaginable ways. After having created an innovative new automotive gaming platform, he was riding high on the wings of success when a deadly explosion ripped not only his best friend but also his eyesight away from him.

Praying Scriptural Wonder--Working Prayers is an invitation for believers to cultivate a vibrant, viable, and intimate relationship with God in prayer. Prayer is a spiritual exercise that helps sharpen our spiritual antennae. The situation of the world today calls for urgency in prayers. I believe it is better to learn to pray today than to earn degrees because prayers help in all faculties of life. Believers cannot achieve good success without a robust prayer life.

"Wild Wonders of America: 101 Astonishing Facts for Young Explorers" is your gateway to uncovering the mysteries and marvels that lie within the United States, a journey that promises to enchant, educate, and inspire. As we embark on this expedition together, you'll delve into the lives of majestic mammals, remarkable reptiles, and amazing amphibians, each with its own story to tell.

Earth is a strange and wondrous place. Discover incredible facts about the planet's saltiest seas, tallest mountains, largest organisms, and more in this fun book!

When Leah unearths a mysterious time capsule in her local park with her two best friends Mimi and George, she opens up a whole new world of adventure. Transported a hundred years back in time, she finds a women's football team in crisis. Can she and her friends lead them back to victory? The odds are against them, but time is on their side!

When Juan told the Archbishop Juan de Zurmarraga about the apparition of Our Lady and her request to have a church built at the foot of the hill, he demanded a sign from Our Lady before he would approve any construction of a church. This was when mysterious and miraculous events began to unravel and change the whole world into the new world which was to come.

Mainstay author Fr. Paul O'Sullivan offers in The Wonders of the Mass an astounding guide to the meaning and reality of the sacred liturgy, quoting the saints and our Lord (via revelations to mystics). There is no capacity in which Fr. O'Sullivan fails to extol the Mass—for truly, because it is Jesus himself present in the Sacrament, we may offer the same praise to the Mass as to God.

The universe is rapidly expanding. Of that much scientists are certain. But how fast? And with what implications regarding the fate of the universe? Ellen Jackson and Nic Bishop follow Dr. Alex Fillippenko and his High-Z Supernova Search Team to Mauna Kea volcano in Hawaii, where they will study space phenomena and look for supernovae, dying stars that explode with the power of billions of hydrogen bombs. Dr. Fillippenko looks for black holes--areas in space with such a strong gravitational pull that no matter or energy can escape from them--with his robotic telescope.

Unleash your child's curiosity and make science way more exciting using S.T.E.M. stories can be more beneficial than any video game – even if they've never shown interest before! S.T.E.M. stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math. Children need to learn S.T.E.M. because these subjects help them understand the world around them. S.T.E.M. teaches kids to solve problems, think critically, and be creative.