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Fantastic Four. [graphic novel] / by North, Ryan,1980-author.; Aburto, Jesus,colorist.; Caramagna, Joe,letterer.; Coello, Iban,illustrator.; Fiorelli, Ivan,illustrator.; Gomez, Carlos,1985-illustrator.; Mortarino, Francesco,illustrator.; Reber, Brian,colourist.;
"When our FF swap places with a set of bizarre alternate-reality counterparts, they find themselves battling for survival ... in a world where everyone is a dinosaur! Meanwhile, one year ago, Reed Richards sent the entire city block on which the Baxter Building stands--along with his own children and the children of his best friends Ben and Alicia--one year ahead in time. It was a desperate measure, but it saved them. And now we're finally catching up with them! Plus: A revenge plot like nothing you've ever seen! The First Family's kids make up for lost time! Susan Storm, archaeologist, makes a shocking find! The new S.H.I.E.L.D. takes shape! And, at last, Franklin Richards' secret is revealed!"--Back cover.T+.
Subjects: Graphic novels.; Science fiction comics.; Superhero comics.; Doctor Doom (Fictitious character); Fantastic Four (Fictitious characters); Superheroes;
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New tricks. [videorecording] / by Armstrong, Alun.; Block, Simon.; Bolam, James,1938-; Cronk, Gina.; East, Jon.; Fisher, Nic.; Hume, Alison.; McCrery, Nigel.; McHale, Tony.; Mitchell, Roy.; Payne, Jamie.; Phipps, Martin.; Redman, Amanda,1959-; Seed, Paul.; Waterman, Dennis,1948-; BBC Video (Firm); BBC Worldwide Americas, Inc.; British Broadcasting Corporation.; Wall to Wall (Firm); Warner Home Video (Firm);
Music, Martin Phipps.Amanda Redman, James Bolam, Alun Armstrong, Dennis Waterman.As punishment for messing up a kidnap rescue and shooting a dog in the process, Detective Superintendent Sandra Pullman is re-assigned to the newly created unsolved murder squad. Due to a manpower shortage her team is made up of veteran detectives brought back onto the police force, bringing a 1970's mentality to modern policing. The team's first case is to re-investigate a twenty year old murder conviction which has suddenly come into question due to police corruption. Sifting through the lies, dubious motives and the police cover up during the first investigation, the unorthodox methods of the dinosaur detectives eventually discover what really happened twenty years ago. In the process, the squad clears up two murders and an armed robbery.Canadian Home Video Rating: 14A.DVD, region 1, widescreen presentation ; Dolby digital stereo.
Subjects: Cold cases (Criminal investigation); Criminal behavior; Detective and mystery television programs.; Police corruption; Police; Policewomen; Television cop shows.; Video recordings for the hearing impaired.;
© c2009., BBC Video ; Distributed by BBC Worldwide Americas ; Distributed by Warner Home Video,
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50 states, 5000 ideas : where to go, when to go, what to see, what to do / by Yogerst, Joseph R.;
Includes bibliographical references, filmographies, Internet addresses and index."Organized state-by-state then province-by-province, 50 States, 5000 Ideas showcases the best travel experiences in every state and province, from the obvious to the unexpected. Sights include national parks, beaches, hotels, Civil War battlefields, dude ranches, out-of-the-way museums, and the list goes on and on. You'll discover the world's longest yard sale in Tennessee; swamp tours in Louisiana; dinosaur trails in Colorado; America's oldest street in NYC; a string of lighthouses in Nova Scotia; authentic Chinese night markets in British Columbia; and the best spot to watch for sea otters on the central California coast. Each entry provides detailed travel information, as well as fascinating facts about each state, that will help fuel your wanderlust and ensure the best vacation possible"--Provided by publisher.LSC
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Mini quilting : quick-to-sew designs to use up fabric from your stash / by Strutt, Laura,1979-author.;
"As well as being quick and fun to sew, these mini quilting projects are the perfect way to try out different techniques. They're ideal for beginners as well as experienced quilters who are looking for new ideas. Start out with extra-small makes, perfect for sewing swaps, from a beautiful gadget sleeve to a cute bookmark and a pen holder. For your home, sew a lightning bolt wall hanging, a striking lampshade and a plant-pot cover. Learn how to make stylish bags and purses including a box pouch, a mini wallet and an on-the-go sewing bag. There's also a chapter of adorable gifts for kids, such as an appliqué baby book and a dinosaur taggie quilt. The projects introduce you to a wide range of techniques including hand -- and machine -- piecing. There's also a guide to fabrics and tools, as well as step-by-step instructions for all the skills you'll need"--
Subjects: Patterns (Instructional works); Quilting.; Quilting;
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Our hideous progeny : a novel / by McGill, C. E.,author.;
"Mary is the great-niece of Victor Frankenstein. She knows her great uncle disappeared under mysterious circumstances in the Arctic, but she doesn't know why or how ... The 1850s are a time of discovery, and London is ablaze with the latest scientific theories and debates, especially when a spectacular new exhibition of dinosaur sculptures opens at the Crystal Palace. Mary is keen to make her name in this world of science alongside her geologist husband, Henry--but despite her sharp mind and sharper tongue, without wealth and connections their options are limited. When Mary discovers some old family papers that allude to the shocking truth behind her great-uncle's past, she thinks she may have found the key to securing her and Henry's professional and financial future. Their quest takes them to the wilds of Scotland; to Henry's intriguing but reclusive sister, Maisie; and to a deadly chase with a rival who is out to steal their secret"--
Subjects: Gothic fiction.; Historical fiction.; Novels.; Frankenstein, Victor (Fictitious character); Monsters; Scientists; Women paleontologists;
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The Reptile Club / by Fergus, Maureen.; Ellis, Elina.;
Rory just knew that there were other kids out there who shared his passion for reptiles--and he couldn't wait to meet them! He starts a Reptile Club at school, but to his astonishment it's not his schoolmates who attend the first meeting, but a crocodile, an anaconda and a gecko! As the four of them get to know each other--each explaining their unique talents and sharing interesting reptile facts--the kids in Rory's school see how much fun they're having and decide to join the club, too. Never in the history of the world have mammals and reptiles gotten along so well. At every meeting, the Reptile Club does something fun and different. They even come up with a secret password and hand signal. But one blustery day in late autumn, the reptiles announce that it's time for them to go--they need to either hibernate or head to a warmer climate. Rory's friends, now reptile enthusiasts, continue with the club after they're gone, but it just isn't the same. So Rory, who loves dinosaurs almost as much as he loves reptiles, comes up with an idea for a new club...LSC
Subjects: Humorous fiction.; Reptiles; Schools; Clubs;
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Sewing dress-up : 35 cute and easy costumes for kids / by Hardy, Emma.; Hardy, Emma,Cute and easy costumes for kids.; Benson, Terry(Photographer); Hill, Michael A.;
35 simple costumes to make for parties and dress-up games, with pull-out full-size pattern sheets. Children love to dress up, whether it's for parties or just for everyday fun. If you want to add to your dressing-up box without spending a fortune, Emma Hardy has designed 35 magical costumes that will satisfy every child. Whether you have a little princess or a superhero in your family, or your children favor the traditional roles of cowboy, pirate or nurse, there are ideas here that are easy to make and much more effective than shop-bought outfits. All the favorites are included, such as animals--a lion, a ladybug, a dinosaur--and fairy-tale characters from Red Riding Hood to the Gingerbread Man. Two pull-out sheets are included with all the full-size patterns you will need, and there's a techniques section so you can brush up on your sewing skills. Your children will love these costume makes, and when the party's over, you can add them to your dress-up cupboard at home for many more hours of fun.LSC
Subjects: Children's costumes.; Sewing.;
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The lost tomb : and other real-life stories of bones, burials, and murder / by Preston, Douglas J.,author.; Grann, David,writer of foreword.;
"What's it like to be the first to enter an Egyptian burial chamber that's been sealed for thousands of years? What horrifying secret was found among the prehistoric ruins of the American Southwest? Who really was the infamous the Monster of Florence? Douglas Preston's journalistic explorations have taken him from the haunted country of Italy to the jungles of Honduras. He was granted exclusive journalistic access to the largest tomb in Egypt's Valley of the Kings, broke the story of an extraordinary mass grave of animals killed by the asteroid impact that ended the Cretaceous period and caused the extinction of the dinosaurs, and explored what lay hidden in the booby-trapped Money Pit on Oak Island. When he hasn't been co-authoring bestselling thrillers featuring FBI Agent Pendergast, Preston has been writing about some of the world's strangest and most dramatic mysteries. The Lost Tomb brings together an astonishing and compelling collection of true stories about buried treasure, enigmatic murders, lost tombs, bizarre crimes, and other fascinating tales of the past and present"--
Subjects: Trivia and miscellanea.; Archaeology; Civilization, Ancient; Curiosities and wonders.;
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The book of time : adventures in the past, present, future, and beyond / by Gifford, Clive.; Georgiev, Teo,1992-;
"Did you know that a zeptosecond is a trillionth of a billionth of a second? Or that the US once had 144 different time zones? Or that across your lifetime, you'll spend about 33 years in bed? Discover more questions, answers, and theories in this bumper book all about the past, present, future, and beyond! The Book of Time is brimming with fascinating information about the concept of time. What is time? How does it work? And is it even real? The book uses time as a lens to explore a wide variety of STEAM subjects that kids know and love--such as space, dinosaurs, animals, the human body, and machinery--with a completely fresh perspective. Through a simple yet fascinating approach, you'll learn about: The measurements of time ; Big and small time ; Time-travel ; Paradoxes ; And lots more mind-boggling thing. Cool, graphic illustrations help convey sometime abstract concepts and make for an engrossing reading experience. Children will be able to wow and amaze all their family and friends with extensive and fascinating information about time. Absorbing, entertaining, and surprising, The Book of Time will teach kids to look at the world in a whole new way"--
Subjects: Illustrated works.; Trivia and miscellanea.; Time;
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An Earthling's guide to outer space : everything you ever wanted to know about black holes, dwarf planets, aliens, and more / by McDonald, Bob,1951-author.;
"Beloved science commentator Bob McDonald takes us on a tour of our galaxy, unraveling the mysteries of the universe and helping us navigate our place among the stars. How big is our galaxy? Is there life on those distant planets? Are we really made of star dust? And where do stars even come from? In An Earthling's Guide to Outer Space, we finally have the answers to all those questions and more. With clarity, wisdom, and a great deal of enthusiasm, McDonald explores the curiosities of the big blue planet we call home as well as our galactic neighbours--from Martian caves to storm clouds on Jupiter to the nebulae at the far end of the universe. So if you're pondering how to become an astronaut, or what dark matter really is, or how an asteroid wiped out the dinosaurs, look no further. Through a captivating mix of stories, experiments, and illustrations, McDonald walks us through space exploration past and present, and reveals what we can look forward to in the future. An Earthling's Guide to Outer Space is sure to satisfy science readers of all ages, and to remind us earthbound terrestrials just how special our place in the universe truly is."--
Subjects: Trivia and miscellanea.; Astronomy;
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