New Releases by Andrew Joyner

A hilarious and charming story about a boy and his amphibious friend who do a series of odd jobs for their eccentric neighbours, from an Australian Children''s Laureate and the bestselling creators of The Terrible Plop. Ursula Dubosarsky was the Australian Children''s Laureate 2020-2021 Hercules Quick wants to be a magnificent magician. He just needs a special box of magic tricks. But the box is expensive, and Hercules doesn''t have any money. Luckily, Hercules lives in a big apartment block with Aunt Alligator and his tadpole friend, Sylvie, and he has plenty of neighbours who are willing to pay for his help. Whether it''s babysitting for the Elks, spring-cleaning for Queen Claude, or helping Professor Calamari choose the perfect bow tie, no job is too odd for Hercules Quick! Join the enterprising Hercules on his neighbourhood adventures as he discovers that sometimes the best magic of all is not a trick. Praise for Ask Hercules Quick and The Magnificent Hercules Quick ''With its combination of unusual characters and colourful, detailed illustrations, this book is sure to capture the attention of readers aged six to nine.'' Books+Publishing ''A whimsical, funny story with eccentric characters all led by the enterprising and helpful Hercules. Andrew Joyner''s illustrations are equally fun with lots of details to pore over ... Perfect for newly independent readers.'' Reading Time

From a #1 New York Times bestselling illustrator comes a picture book to celebrate and remember the days we spent inside—the joys and the hardships, the bravery and the resilience, but most of all the love. This book, inspired by kids who found ways to stay connected to the people they love during the pandemic, is about what an imaginative, curious and loving little girl did when her world was turned inside out. The girl played inside, she learned inside, she waited inside. She talked on the phone to her Nan inside. Her days and nights were all inside, and she would think about what she missed outside--the running, cheering, splashing, hugging, and of course her Nan. Finally, when the girl could go outside, she was happy to be there--to hug her Nan, see her friends, and even climb a tree. But she had changed inside, and she knew she would always remember the small things and the big things that made that time special. Here is a picture book that will help young children remember, process, and resolve the feelings they had during the pandemic. Includes prompts to help readers make their own inside story book.

Ursula Dubosarsky is the Australian Children''s Laureate for 2020 - 2021 Hercules Quick dreams of being a magnificent magician. He is saving up to buy a box of magic tricks. Luckily, he has plenty of neighbours who need his help. Whether it''s lending a hand to Professor Calamari or doing an out of season spring-clean for Queen Claude, no job is too odd for Hercules. Need something done? Ask Hercules Quick. Only ten cents! A hilarious story about an ordinary boy who does a series of odd jobs for his eccentric neighbours, from the bestselling creators of The Terrible Plop. An Australia Reads exclusive story.

Awarded as a 2021 Malka Penn Award Honor Book, here is a timely picture book about a young girl''s mission to inspire others to help the planet. The meaningful message of climate change activism is perfect for Earth Day and every day! Celebrate young climate change activists in this charming story about an empowered girl who shows up, listens up, and ultimately, speaks up to inspire her community to take action against climate change. After attending a climate march, a young activist is motivated to make an effort and do her part to help the planet... by organizing volunteers to work to make green changes in their community, from cleaning a lake, to planting trees, to making composting bins, to hosting a clothing swap and more! Here is an uplifting picture book that is an important reminder that no change is too small--and no person is too young--to make a difference. With simple text and lively illustrations, Andrew Joyner has given young children a timely story about activism, community, and hope.

School event? Ball game? Nana is there. But who will cheer on Nana after she takes a tumble? A sweet and spirited intergenerational story. Nana cheers the loudest at her grandson''s basketball game. She dances in the aisles at the spring concert. She yells at the umpire that he needs to get his eyes checked when he doesn''t call the strikes her grandson pitches. But when this go-go-go grandmother takes a tumble trying to get a front-row seat at the basketball game, it''s her grandson who roots her on in her recovery. Author Ann Stott celebrates our families'' biggest fans in a lively first-person narrative from the grandchild''s point of view. Andrew Joyner''s illustrations are as energetic and upbeat as Nana, who sparks much comic action, purse by her side. Filled with humour and heart, this tale will have readers - especially grandparents and their grandchildren - whistling and woo-hoo-ing!

Ursula Dubosarsky is the Australian Children''s Laureate for 2020-2021 ''How much money do I have in my piggy bank?'' asked Hercules. ''Actually,'' said Aunt Alligator, ''I don''t think you have a piggy bank, Hercules.'' Hercules sighed. No piggy bank, no money. I need a job, he thought. That''s what I need. He got out his paints, his paintbrush and a big piece of plain paper. On the paper, he painted some words. NEED SOMETHING DONE? ASK HERCULES QUICK!

Celebrate girl power with this charming and empowering picture book about a pink hat and the budding feminist who finds it. "This simple and cheerful tale suggests, with not an ounce of preachiness, values of care and comfort and the support women have for each other across generations." --The Washington Post Here is a clever story that follows the journey of a pink hat that is swiped out of a knitting basket by a pesky kitten, blown into a tree by a strong wind, and used as a cozy blanket for a new baby, then finally makes its way onto the head of a young girl marching for women''s equality. Inspired by the 5 million people (many of them children) in 82 countries who participated in the 2017 Women''s March, Andrew Joyner has given us a book that celebrates girls and women and equal rights for all! With themes of empathy, equality, and solidarity, The Pink Hat is a timeless and timely story that will empower readers and promote strength in the diverse and active feminist community.

Bella tries to do things that hens do... but she can''t even fit in the hen house!

SHORT-LISTED: CBCA Book of the Year, Younger Readers, 2019 This is a story about a boy called Pender and a kangaroo called Brindabella, about how they became friends, and all the things that happened to them because of it. Pender and his father live in an old house made of honey-coloured stone in the bush by the river, with only the company of his father''s paintings and the loyal dog, Billy-Bob. Then, on one winter morning, a gunshot amongst the trees changes everything. When Pender rescues Brindabella from the pouch of her murdered mother, an unusual friendship blossoms between the lonely boy and the orphaned joey. But Brindabella is no ordinary kangaroo. And though Pender has saved her life, the untameable wildness of the bush--and freedom--call to her... Lyrical and unforgettable, Brindabella explores the brutal beauty of the Australian bush.

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Bear loves to get things done. He can make just about anything! He even builds a wonderful den. But something is missing. What could it be? From this talented trio comes a warm, playful picture book about what truly makes a home.

Boris woont in een bus. De bus rijdt niet meer. Maar Boris wil zo graag op reis. Wat nu? AVI-M3. Vanaf ca. 6 jaar.

For even a brave warthog like Boris, the thrills of a backyard campout can turn into chills when nighttime falls . . . Boris is having a sleepover! He’s camping in the backyard with Frederick and Alice. And they are not one bit scared of the dark. No way! But what is that strange light moving around outside the tent? And what is making all of those strange, scary noises? It’s up to Boris to find out . . . This series is part of Scholastic’s early chapter book line called Branches, which is aimed at newly independent readers. With easy-to-read text, high-interest content, fast-paced plots, and illustrations on every page, these books will boost reading confidence and stamina. Branches books help readers grow! “Attractive, slyly humorous illustrations, simple text and a related craft included at the end all serve to make this a welcome addition to collections for beginning readers.” —Kirkus Reviews

“Boris continues to charm . . . a sweetly surprising ending . . . reinforces the importance of sportsmanship and loyalty even while reaching for gold.” —Booklist Go Boris! It’s Field Day, and Boris is ready to run like he’s never run before. All he wants is to beat Eddie, who always wins everything. And all his friend Frederick wants is not to come in last . . . again. Who will make it across the finish line first? And when Boris is faced with a big decision, will he go for the gold or help a friend in need? Ready, set, go! This series is part of Scholastic’s early chapter book line called Branches, which is aimed at newly independent readers. With easy-to-read text, high-interest content, fast-paced plots, and illustrations on every page, these books will boost reading confidence and stamina. Branches books help readers grow!

“A fun romp with an anthropomorphized swine will leave beginning readers ‘hog wild’ at their accomplishments.” —Kirkus Reviews For a curious warthog like Boris, adventure is always just around the corner! Boris loves pets! And he already has lots of them. All he’s missing is his favorite animal, a Komodo dragon—the biggest lizard in the world! When Boris brags to the kids in his class that he’s getting one, everyone wants to see it. Boris needs to come up with a plan . . . fast. Luckily, he’s got his friends by his side and a lizard up his sleeve! This series is part of Scholastic’s early chapter book line called Branches, which is aimed at newly independent readers. With easy-to-read text, high-interest content, fast-paced plots, and illustrations on every page, these books will boost reading confidence and stamina. Branches books help readers grow!

Meet a young warthog with a taste for adventure. “A fun easy reader book with great full-color cartoons, brief text in large print, and likable characters.” —School Library Journal Boris lives with his mom and dad in Hogg Bay. Their home is a van that once traveled all over the world. Then one morning, Boris feels a jolt. Could it be? Is the van really moving? Is Boris on an adventure at last? But when Boris ends up on a trip to a wildlife refuge instead of the jungle safari he’d imagined, he ends up having an adventure he’ll never forget. Because for this little warthog, life never quite turns out as he plans. This series is part of Scholastic’s early chapter book line called Branches, which is aimed at newly independent readers. With easy-to-read text, high-interest content, fast-paced plots, and illustrations on every page, these books will boost reading confidence and stamina. Branches books help readers grow! “An early reader shaped just like a chapter book: What’s not to love? . . . For emergent readers who view themselves as accomplished (or wish to be seen that way), this . . . might just be the perfect choice . . . Full-color illustrations of his humorously anthropomorphized hog family and just one or two sentences of easy, large-print text per page make this an inviting read for transitioning readers.” —Kirkus Reviews (starred review)

Boris is excited! The whole class is going on a school excursion to the city. They''re visiting the museum, the park and the Road Safety School. There''s so much to see and do, and Boris wants to try everything - including a big red bike that looks like it could go really fast . . . You''ll never be bored when Boris is around! With his big dreams and super-sized imagination, anything is possible - and adventure is guaranteed. Look out for more Boris stories: Boris Boris Gets a Lizard Ready, Set, Boris Boris Sees the Light Boris on Show

GO, BORIS! It''s Sports Day and Boris is ready to run like he''s never run before. He wants to beat Eddie, who always wins everything. All Frederick wants is not to come last - again. Who will make it across the finish line first? Ready, set . . . You''ll never be bored when Boris is around! With his big dream and super-sized imagination, anything is possible - and adventure is guaranteed. Look out for more Boris stories: Boris Boris Gets a Lizard Boris Sees the Light

''What happened to my hat?'', asked the farmer. ''I had a fine hat, a well worn hat, that smelled of hay and grass and sweat. It was full of dreams and schemes, that hat. What happened to my hat?''

ABSTRACT: Anthrax, caused by the bacterium Bacillus anthracis, is a zoonotic disease that persists throughout much of the world in livestock, wildlife, and secondarily infects humans. This is true across much of Central Asia, and particularly the Steppe region, including Kazakhstan. This study employed the Genetic Algorithm for Rule-set Prediction (GARP) to model the current and future geographic distribution of B. anthracis in Kazakhstan based on the A2 and B2 Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) Special Report on Emissions Scenarios (SRES) climate change scenarios using a 5-variable dataset at 55km2 and 8km2, a 6-variable Bioclimatic (BioClim) dataset at 8km2, and an 8-variable dataset using BioClim and measures of vegetation at 8km2. Additionally, extracting landscape level ecological ranges of B. anthracis may help to better understand the conditions predicted by the models. Two studies have indicated that GARP produces useful biological information and through examining the rule-sets created by GARP, we can develop a more robust explanation as to why the species is present in some areas and absent in others. Through the use of the rule-set writing and mapping application of GARP, the study also examined the ranges of various parameters and how these ranges differed at varying latitudes.