Just a Little Mynah

Just a Little Mynah
Author: Evelyn Sue Wong
Publisher: Epigram Books
Total Pages: 36
Release: 2020
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 9814901423

Little Mynah wishes she was not so ordinary. But when her friend, the magnificent Heron, gets into trouble she flies into action and discovers that even ordinary little birds can do extraordinary things. This is the first multilingual picture book in a series to be published by Epigram Books that introduces preschoolers and early primary kids to the diverse languages and cultures of Singapore. Underlying this first adventure with Little Mynah is the importance of environmental conservation. The book includes a link (via QR code) to an audio recording of everyday words and phrases used in the story in English, Mandarin, Malay and Tamil. A useful glossary is provided at the back of the book for easy reference. The QR code also links readers to free games and activities so the fun and learning keeps going.

I Could Be, You Could Be

I Could Be, You Could Be
Author: Karen Owen
Publisher: Barefoot Books
Total Pages: 28
Release: 2019-09-01
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1782856773

Join a young boy and girl on thrilling adventures as they imagine themselves as space-traveling astronauts, ferocious dragons, jungledwelling monkeys and more. The fine line between children's make-believe and the fantastic worlds they create is cleverly portrayed through Barroux’s bright landscapes.

Makan Mischief

Makan Mischief
Author: Evelyn Sue Wong
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2021
Genre: Mynahs
ISBN: 9789814901727

Libby and the Highland Heist

Libby and the Highland Heist
Author: Jo Clarke
Publisher: Firefly Press
Total Pages: 181
Release: 2023-01-19
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1915444020

After a tumultuous term in Paris, Libby and Connie are looking forward to a quiet holiday at Connie's family home. But before long they find themselves caught up in another mystery, this time set against the dramatic backdrop of the Highlands and Edinburgh.

The Doll Twin

The Doll Twin
Author: Janine Beacham
Publisher: Firefly Press
Total Pages: 224
Release: 2024-04-04
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1915444489

na Wexford is thrilled to be adopted after the Great War, but an eerie secret lurks in her new home; the doll twin, a life-sized, animated copy of herself. Is "Ani" as innocent as she seems, or does she want to steal Unaʼs life?

Lori's Magical Mystery

Lori's Magical Mystery
Author: Kartik Shanker
Publisher: Random House India
Total Pages: 112
Release: 2017-03-08
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 9386495228

‘This could be some new kind of animal. Something new to our forest. Wouldn’t that be exciting?’ When Lori, a curious and wide-eyed slender loris, spies a bewildering cat-like figure in the fading light of the evening, she instantly becomes obsessed with finding out what it is. So she teams up with her friend Don Wrongo, the crafty racket-tailed drongo, to look for the elusive animal. But they can hardly get to the bottom of this all by themselves. And along their tireless search for the ever-teasing shadow, they recruit the wiles of M. Owli, the non-musical delights of a mob of mynahs, the gossipy banter of Mina Mouse, the faithful love of Kau’a, the wisdom of Viji the all-knowing turtle, the fury of Baba Brown, the—the—Oh, for the love of gordonflies! Who’s not in this book? Packed with eccentric creatures and heart-stopping turns, Lori’s great big romp is a little look at friendship and self-discovery—and the rush of adventure.

In Defense of Paradise

In Defense of Paradise
Author: Keoki Dahl
Publisher: Keoki Dahl
Total Pages: 516
Release: 2009-01-15
Genre:
ISBN: 057800772X

A powerful rogue faction, the Shadows of Fire, has infiltrated the Chinese military with the intent of taking over leadership of China and making it the supreme global superpower. In a bold move the faction leader, Colonel Kim, decides to take on the United States. He devises a plan to assassinate the Chinese President as he is on his way to visit the U.S. President in Washington DC. The assassination will set the stage for the faction to move forward with their plan of a Pearl Harbor style attack on Hawaii and to draw the U.S. into war -- a war they are confident they will win.

Major and Mynah

Major and Mynah
Author: Karen Owen
Publisher: Firefly Press
Total Pages: 115
Release: 2022-05-05
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1913102750

Join SPUD, the Super Perceptive Undercover Detectives, on their first fast-paced detective adventure. Getting your first hearing aids can be nerve-wracking; especially when you have to wear them to school. When Callie realises her new hearing aids - 'the Slugs' - give her the unique ability to communicate with Bo the Mynah bird, some of her worries are lifted. In fact, having a pair of eyes in the sky might come in handy... The duo team up with Callie's best friend, Grace, as they set out to catch a local thief who has been causing trouble all over town. Includes high-speed chases, a very peckish bird and purple POO! A new mystery series, illustrated by Louise Forshaw and perfect for reluctant readers.

Mynahs

Mynahs
Author: Otto von Frisch
Publisher: Barron's Educational Series
Total Pages: 78
Release: 1986
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN:

Barron's line of Complete Pet Owner's Manuals on birds offer basic information from experts in their fields. Books are profusely illustrated with full-color photos and instructive, high-quality line art. The texts are clear and direct, with useful information for nonspecialists, as well as information that even experienced breeders will find enlightening. Each manual is individually written -- not a clone from a single common catch-all book. Bird owners and those planning to purchase birds will find everything they need to know about feeding, caging, health maintenance, and keeping a contented bird in the home.

100 Birds and How They Got Their Names

100 Birds and How They Got Their Names
Author: Diana Wells
Publisher: Algonquin Books
Total Pages: 320
Release: 2001-10-30
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 156512684X

How did cranes come to symbolize matrimonial happiness? Why were magpies the only creatures that would not go inside Noah's Ark? Birds and bird imagery are integral parts of our language and culture. With her remarkable ability to dig up curious and captivating facts, Diana Wells hatches a treat for active birders and armchair enthusiasts alike. Meet the intrepid adventurers and naturalists who risked their lives to describe and name new birds. Learn the mythical stories of the gods and goddess associated with bird names. Explore the avian emblems used by our greatest writers--from Coleridge's albatross in "The Ancient Mariner" to Poe's raven. A sampling of the bird lore you'll find inside: Benjamin Franklin didn't want the bald eagle on our National Seal because of its "bad moral character," (it steals from other birds); he lobbied for the turkey instead. Chaffinches, whose Latin name means "unmarried," are called "bachelor birds" because they congregate in flocks of one gender. Since mockingbirds mimic speech, some Native American tribes fed mockingbird hearts to their children, believing it helped them learn language. A group of starlings is called a murmuration because they chatter so when they roost in the thousands. Organized alphabetically, each of these bird tales is accompanied by a two-color line drawing. Dip into 100 Birds and you'll never look at a sparrow, an ostrich, or a wren in quite the same way.