Author : Elvira Woodruff
Publisher : Perfection Learning
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 30,84 MB
Release : 1994-09
Category :
ISBN : 9780780740914
When Marty Belucci chooses to write to Napoleon for a class project, his grandfather tells him how to get the letter delivered. His classmates are stunned when Marty receives a surprising reply.
Author : Jean Jamieson
Publisher : Novel Units, Incorporated
Page : 48 pages
File Size : 13,31 MB
Release : 1996
Category : Education
ISBN :
Suggests activities to be used in the classroom to accompany the reading of Dear Napoleon, I know you're dead, but ...
Author : Elvira Woodruff
Publisher : Yearling
Page : 228 pages
File Size : 20,27 MB
Release : 1994
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9780440409076
Marty receives a surprising reply when he writes a letter describing his spirited but sick grandfather to Napoleon Bonaparte.
Author : Elvira Woodruff
Publisher : Yearling
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 47,35 MB
Release : 1998-02-10
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 0679885587
In 1851, 12-year-old orphan Austin Ives joins a wagon train headed for California. As he makes his way across the country, Austin writes home to his brother Levi, describing life on the rugged Overland Trail. Extensively researched, with episodes based on true incidents, "the epistolary format and character development offer solid reading."--Booklist An IRA Teachers' Choice
Author : Elvira Woodruff
Publisher : Scholastic Inc.
Page : 242 pages
File Size : 42,56 MB
Release : 2011-08
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 0439677041
The harrowing adventure of a boy, a real-life famous daredevil, and a monster storm When a storm brings down his father's boat, Digory Beale is forced to leave home to discover his fate. For if Digory has been orphaned, he can never go home again. On his journey, Digory becomes the apprentice to Henry Winstanley, a charming stranger whose life's obsession is to save sailors' lives. Digory must face his fears of the sea to help Henry bring candles to the amazing rock lighthouse Henry has built on a killer reef. But who could have known the force of the monster storm that was heading their way? In this poignant page-turner, Digory comes to understand the many facets of courage -- and what it means to be a true hero.
Author : Elvira Woodruff
Publisher : Knopf Books for Young Readers
Page : 78 pages
File Size : 18,27 MB
Release : 2014-04-30
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 0307546705
"One day this child shall hold the very heart of our family in the palm of her hand," predicts Granny on the day Darcy Heart O'Hara is born in a cottage on Derry Lane, in the town of Pobble O'Keefe, in County Kerry, Ireland. Darcy grows up to be a noticer, delighting in the small beauties all around her: a dew-covered spider web, castles in the clouds, a shiny wooden rosary bead. Life is simple but sweet in Pobble O'Keefe, with her family gathered round the hearth in the evenings while Granddad's voice fills the small room with stories. But in 1845, a blight strikes the land, the potatoes turn rotten, and Darcy and her family must leave Ireland forever. How will Darcy ever find a way to to bring the small beauties of home across the sea to America? Elvira Woodruff's story of emigration, heartbreak, and hope is vividly illustrated with the warm, evocative oil paintings of Adam Rex.
Author : Elvira Woodruff
Publisher :
Page : 32 pages
File Size : 44,76 MB
Release : 1990
Category : Baths
ISBN : 9780823407774
The O'Mally sisters' bubble bath has some scary moments when they realize their bubbles contain chickens, frogs, and a mean, hungry alligator.
Author : Elvira Woodruff
Publisher : Yearling
Page : 146 pages
File Size : 46,30 MB
Release : 2000-08-08
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 0375803564
Now in paperback! In this companion novel to Dear Levi, told in letters,11-year-old Levi helps a young African American in a harrowing flight for freedom along the Underground Railroad.
Author : Barack Obama
Publisher : Knopf Books for Young Readers
Page : 41 pages
File Size : 12,62 MB
Release : 2010-11-16
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 0375983295
Barack Obama delivers a tender, beautiful letter to his daughters in this powerful picture book illustrated by award-winner Loren Long that's made to be treasured! In this poignant letter to his daughters, Barack Obama has written a moving tribute to thirteen groundbreaking Americans and the ideals that have shaped our nation. From the artistry of Georgia O'Keeffe, to the courage of Jackie Robinson, to the patriotism of George Washington, Obama sees the traits of these heroes within his own children, and within all of America’s children. Breathtaking, evocative illustrations by award-winning artist Loren Long at once capture the personalities and achievements of these great Americans and the innocence and promise of childhood. This beautiful book celebrates the characteristics that unite all Americans, from our nation’s founders to generations to come. It is about the potential within each of us to pursue our dreams and forge our own paths. It is a treasure to cherish with your family forever.
Author : Elvira Woodruff
Publisher : Perfection Learning
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 13,82 MB
Release : 1995-07
Category : Mummies
ISBN : 9780780766327
Ten-year-old Andy's life changes after a strange encounter with an ancient mummy during a class trip to the museum.
