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And Ruby has lots of ideas about what she wants to be: maybe an animal conservationist

But what they really discover -- with a kid as their guide -- is how simple machines like pulleys

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it’s impossible to know who to trust

Explore the World shines a light on the people that made these adventures possible with their knowledge of land and language

The Big Sting Writing And Ruby has lots ofA visit to Leo's grandfather's farm turns upside down when his grandmother's beehives are stolen. A light hearted and funny middle grade novel for fans of Rebecca Stead and Lynda Mullaly Hunt. Eleven year old Leo is an "armchair adventurer." This, according to Dad, means he'd choose adventures in books or video games over real life experiences. And while Leo hates the label, he can't argue with it. Unlike his little sister Lizzie, Leo is not a risk