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Author
Publisher
Valerie Estelle Frankel
Pub. Date
2015.
Physical Desc
1 online resource.
Language
English
Description
Did you know that Ellen is a good name for an astronaut and Emma for an action heroine? Or that dark lords are predetermined? Given all this, what's the best name for your scifi baby? True, those more fannish than sensible might go with Darth, Zoidberg or Katniss. Crueler yet are Mekaneck, Mundungus, or Number Six. However, the cleverest fans can sneak in their homages. Buffy the Vampire Slayer is really named Elizabeth, and her boyfriends are both...
Author
Publisher
Workman Publishing Company
Pub. Date
2014
Physical Desc
1 online resource (600 p.)
Language
English
Description
"There are tens of thousands of baby names out there-and books that dutifully list them. And then there is 1,107 Baby Names That Stand the Test of Time-a curated, considered, opinionated, and richly informative guide that winnows down the world of baby names to help moms and dads make smart choices, sidestep the trendiness trap, and avoid the ranks of parents (more than 54%) who later regret the name they chose. This is the book for parents who know...
Author
Language
English
Formats
Description
Ireland was one of the earliest countries to evolve a system of hereditary surnames. More than 4,000 Gaelic, Norman and Anglo-Irish surnames are listed in this book, giving a wealth of information on the background and location of Irish families. Edward MacLysaght was a leading authority on Irish names and family history. He served as Chief Herald and Genealogical Officer of the Irish Office of Arms. He was also Keeper of Manuscripts of the National...
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.4 - AR Pts: 9
Language
English
Formats
Description
Relates the tale of Rumpelstiltskin's childhood and youth, explaining why his name is so important, how he is able to spin straw into gold, and why a first-born child is his reward for helping the miller's daughter-turned-queen.
Author
Series
Stella Batts volume 1
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.8 - AR Pts: 2
Lexile measure
630L
Language
English
Formats
Description
When a classmate makes fun of her name, eight-year-old Stella picks a new one for herself, but discovers that the name she abandoned suits her just fine.
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Formats
Description
Elizabeth is tired of everyone shortening her first name and calling her Lizzie, Liz, or Beth, but suffers in silence, until one autumn day when her impatience gets the best of her and she learns an important lesson about tact and grace.
Author
Pub. Date
2014
Language
English
Formats
Description
"Scandal has derailed Journalist Kitty Logan's career, a setback that is soon compounded by an even more devastating loss. Constance, the woman who taught Kitty everything she knew, is dying. At her mentor's bedside, Kitty asks her, "What is the one story you always wanted to write?" The answer lies in a single sheet of paper buried in Constance's office--a list of 100 names--with no notes or explanation. But before Kitty can talk to her friend, it...
18) Thunder Boy Jr
Author
Pub. Date
2016.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.5 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Formats
Description
"Thunder Boy Jr. wants a normal name...one that's all his own. Dad is known as Big Thunder, but Little Thunder doesn't want to share a name"--
Author
Language
English
Formats
Description
"Perfect for baby showers, gender reveals, and parents with a little girl on the way, THE BEST BABY NAMES FOR GIRLS is the only naming book created with baby in mind. Filled with over 100 helpful lists, naming tips, and a collection of girl-centric names to browse, this book makes it easy to find the ideal fit for your family. Gone are the days where you need a massive compendium of baby names to sift through (half of which don't even apply to your...
20) The Steves
Author
Lexile measure
200L
Language
English
Formats
Description
When two puffins named Steve meet, they begin arguing about who is first, greatest, wisest, and more until they realize they have gone too far.
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