Wonder English

Adventure-loving Arthur is a dog on a mission. He can’t wait to experience the 10 mind blowing world wonders. He is all packed and ready for this experience of a lifetime. From camel rides through the pyramids, to snorkeling in the ocean, nothing can stop Arthur from discovering what our planet has to offer. But with so many wonders in store, he’s sure to have many unbelievable stories to bring back home!

John likes to arrive first. He enjoys standing quietly with a house before his clients arrive, and today, although he feels pinned beneath an invisible weight, he resolves to savor this solitary moment. It's one of those overhauled ranches so common to Old Cranbury these days, swollen and dressed to resemble a colonial. White, of course, with ornamental shutters and latches pretending to hold them open. A close echo of its renovated sisters on Whistle Hill Road, garnished with hostas and glitzed with azaleas.

Jeanne Calment, who lived to be 121, credited one thing for her long life: olive oil. Olive oil enthusiasts and experts Alice Alech and Cecile Le Galliard join forces in this complete guidebook detailing the amazing, almost miraculous, health benefits of olive oil. From slowing the effects of Alzheimer's to building healthy bones, olive oil is unrivaled in its natural goodness.

In 1961, Betty and Barney Hill claimed to have experienced a bizarre night that included extraterrestrials, flying saucers, and a few lost hours during which they could recall very little until they underwent hypnosis. Their mysterious story was just the first of many that have been told by people who have since come forward with their own similar experiences. Although there are thousands of people who claim to have experienced alien abduction, much of the world remains skeptical.

Magician and storyteller Taylor Hughes reexamines moments of his personal life through the eyes of wonder. It is a heartfelt and sometimes hilarious journey that will encourage and inspire you to chase wonder in your own life. Taylor Hughes fell in love with the art of illusion when his parents bought him a magic kit for his seventh birthday. More than 30 years and 3,000 shows later, Taylor has become known for his signature style of magic storytelling.

When multimillion-selling vocalist and actress Kelly Rowland gave birth to her son Titan in November 2014, it was love at first sight - she honestly could not believe how beautiful he was. But, as Rowland says, she would be lying if she said she wasn't also a little freaked out about what had just happened to her body as well as by many overwhelming new thoughts and emotions. It was a good thing that Dr. Tristan Bickman, Rowland's OB/GYN for the last 14 years, was there.

When we're young, it's easy to believe in the supernatural, the mysterious, the enchanted. But as we grow older, we learn to be more "rational" and more confident that reality is merely what we can see. Even as Christians who believe in the resurrection, we live as if miracles and magic have been drained from the world. As Mike Cosper wrestled with his own disillusionment, he found writers, thinkers, and artists like Hannah Arendt, Charles Taylor, James K. A. Smith, and David Foster Wallace whose words and ideas reassured him that he was not alone.

We all live on nature’s doorstep, but we often overlook it. From backyards to local parks, the natural places we see the most may well be the ones we know the least. In Close to Home, biologist Thor Hanson shows how retraining our eyes reveals hidden wonders just waiting to be discovered. Close to Home is a hands-on natural history for any local patch of Earth. It shows that we each can contribute to science and improve the health of our planet. And even more, it proves that the wonders of nature don’t lie in some far-off land: they await us, close to home.

For more than a generation, American education has been structured as though it was built of and for concepts, not people. This has transformed education into a vast assessment, scoring, and ranking enterprise; a sales platform for high-tech entrepreneurs; and a fiercely competitive arena of advantage and status that grinds the poor and propels the middle class into debt. In When the Light Goes On, educator Mike Rose features the stories of people of all ages and backgrounds to illuminate how education has added meaning to their lives.

We have a guy that is made special by a supernatural force, but is caught in the middle of universal contest where the most powerful force in the universe - the power of goodness - is being challenged by a fallen angel or the force of darkness. Unsuspecting but empowered, Quinn Wilkins gets to find out some very interesting things. As he goes through his life, this force that would need him to accomplish its dark agenda just continues to haunt and plague young Quinn's life.

Learn something about everything with 13 mind-blowing facts plus a little myth-buster about every topic under (and including) the sun! Everyday objects from cars and skeletons to pianos and chocolate take young listeners on an incredible factual adventure.

Are you planning a trip to the national parks? What do you need to know before you go? National Parks Magic is a must-have resource for anyone looking to experience the beauty and wonder of America's national parks.

Marija's idyllic early childhood on the beautiful Croatian island of Korčula is brutally disrupted by the invasion of the Italians and then the Nazis in 1941, bringing death and destruction. The devastation has left families struggling to survive years after the war has ended. In 1950 an opportunity arrives for 17-year-old Marija to escape the hunger and despair all around her by committing herself to a complete stranger in faraway North Queensland, through a proxy marriage. Taking the plunge, she leaves her family and friends, her culture, and everything she has ever known.

Discover the fun facts about the world and become a master of geography with this interactive trivia book from Jeopardy! champ and New York Times bestselling author Ken Jennings.

The book of Revelation reveals the apocalypse of Jesus Christ with its consequential consummation of the kingdom of God on earth. This “great wonder” (the words of the author of Revelation) would be the greatest apocalyptic event in the history of the created world.

I Strongly Believe in Incredible Things is a book of poetic prose, musings, short stories and biro drawings detailing a selection of the Earth’s incredible things by award-winning writer, comedian, artist and podcaster Rob Auton. Unique, enchanting and utterly life-affirming, this is a collection that comes together to create the opposite of the news, becoming the tonic for the complicated gin that is the world we find ourselves in today.

The unforgettable best seller Wonder, now a major motion picture, has inspired a nationwide movement to choose kind. Now parents and educators can introduce the importance of choosing kind to younger listeners with this gorgeous audiobook, featuring Auggie and Daisy on an original adventure, written by R. J. Palacio. Over 15 million people have fallen in love with Wonder and have joined the movement to choose kind. Now younger listeners can meet Auggie Pullman, an ordinary boy with an extraordinary face, and his beloved dog, Daisy.

No matter what you answer, kids will just ask why again. Is your child full of questions? Do you find these questions to test your own knowledge? Well, look no further: Now you have the answers, and they are not boring ones! Encourage your child’s imagination through these fairy tales for children. They will answer some of the common questions that we parents are often asked. The Book of Why for Curious Kids will help you give fun and creative answers to your child’s strangest questions, encouraging them to develop their imagination.

Discover the breathtaking national parks of California, Oregon, Washington, and Hawaii like never before. Pacific Wonders blends vivid stories, fascinating history, and practical travel advice to create the ultimate companion for your next adventure. From towering redwoods to volcanic peaks, this guide reveals both iconic landmarks and hidden treasures. Learn the rich history behind each park, explore the best hiking trails with detailed tips, uncover secret spots most visitors miss, and immerse yourself in the diverse flora, fauna, and geology that make these landscapes extraordinary.

In a memoir about his wife, Kermit Farmer recounts the twenty-year-long love story between a mere mortal and Dr. Linda Lee Farmer, a.k.a. the most badass woman on the planet. From countless attempts to woo a wife who seemed un-wooable to badly timed jokes, you will find yourself wiping your eyes and rolling with laughter. More than just an oncologist, Linda was a devoted mother and passionate friend, whose intelligence, kindness, and (sometimes brutal) honesty touched the lives of thousands.