Book Description
In this fascinating and thorough account, Gena K. Gorrell movingly describes the history of the Underground Railroad, from the origins of slavery through the Civil War and beyond.
Author : Gena Gorrell
Publisher : [Markham, Ont.] : Fitzhenry & Whiteside
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 33,70 MB
Release : 2004
Category : Young Adult Fiction
ISBN : 9781550050684
In this fascinating and thorough account, Gena K. Gorrell movingly describes the history of the Underground Railroad, from the origins of slavery through the Civil War and beyond.
Author : Hilary Duff
Publisher : Random House Books for Young Readers
Page : 33 pages
File Size : 45,45 MB
Release : 2021-03-23
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 0593300726
INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER Actress, singer, and mother Hilary Duff offers a beautiful and inspiring picture book about bravery and love -- a perfect mother-daughter read-aloud! The world is big, my little brave girl. It’s all here for you. A poetic text encourages girls to reach higher, dream bigger, and approach the world with their hearts wide open. This love letter to little girls was inspired by Hilary Duff’s own experience as a mother as she considered all the ways her daughter had to be brave even as an infant. With lush illustrations and an empowering message, My Little Brave Girl is the perfect gift for baby showers, birthdays, Mother’s Day, graduation, and any time a girl—or woman—is embarking on a new chapter of her life!
Author : Drew Barrymore
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 334 pages
File Size : 30,79 MB
Release : 1991
Category : Motion picture actors and actresses
ISBN : 0671689231
She was a modern-day Shirley Temple, but at the age of nine Drew Barrymore was drinking alcohol. At ten she took up marijuana, and by twelve she began snorting cocaine. Here is her gripping, heart-wrenching story--a story of a childhood gone awry and a young woman battling to restore order to her chaotic life.
Author : A. A. Milne
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 49,34 MB
Release : 2024-08-06
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 1665947780
With a gorgeously redesigned cover and the original black and white interior illustrations by Ernest Shepard, this beautiful edition of the beloved classic poetry collection featuring Winnie-the-Pooh and Christopher Robin Now We Are Six by A. A. Milne is sure to delight new and old fans alike! Originally published after the novel Winnie-the-Pooh and the verse collection When We Were Very Young, A. A. Milne wrote this classic book of children’s poems about and for his son Christopher Robin when he turned six. With appearances from the beloved Winnie-the-Pooh throughout, these sweet and funny poems tell of playful adventures, the joys and pains of growing up, memorable animal friends, and more.
Author : Kyo Maclear
Publisher : Tundra Books
Page : 42 pages
File Size : 49,4 MB
Release : 2015-08-11
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 1770494510
While banished to a dusty study one day "to think things over", a boy pulls a book off a shelf and with great reluctance begins to read. As the afternoon passes, the story nabs him and carries him away. Before long, this good little book becomes his loyal companion, accompanying him everywhere ... until, one day, the book is lost. Will this bad little boy get back his good little book? Will the good little book survive on its own without a proper jacket? A quirky, enchanting tale of literary love and loss -- and love found again -- that will win the heart of even the most reluctant reader.
Author : Tim McGraw
Publisher : Tommy Nelson
Page : 33 pages
File Size : 32,37 MB
Release : 2008-10-19
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 1418576239
Ordinary days are magical when spent with those you love. Dad and his little girl, along with their very large bloodhound, set off on an ordinary day and turn it into a wonderful adventure. From dancing by a duck pond to swinging on a tire swing, lots of laughs and love are shared in time spent together. The day ends with a sweet "Goodnight, I love you" from Dad. And a whisper, "I love you more" from his little girl. This book is a delightful reminder that spending time together really matters. Simple moments, laughter and knowing you are loved builds lasting relationships.
Author : Phyllis Krasilovsky
Publisher : Doubleday
Page : pages
File Size : 36,54 MB
Release : 1969-06-01
Category : Children's stories
ISBN : 9780385046916
Once a young girl notices that everyone in her family is tall like she is, she stops worrying and sees the special advantages of her size.
Author : David R. Weiss
Publisher : Saint Mary's Press
Page : 30 pages
File Size : 34,44 MB
Release : 2015-11
Category : Creation
ISBN : 9780879465582
A young girl's request for a story begins a whimsically profound tale woven between father and daughter. This imaginative retelling of creation sparkles with joy, its words and images offering gentle wisdom and genuine insight. A joyous invitation to all children to see in their own creativity and unique identity the very image of God.
Author : Steven Levenkron
Publisher :
Page : 229 pages
File Size : 21,36 MB
Release : 1995
Category : Children's stories, American
ISBN : 9780140373202
This story is based on the theme of anorexia. To her father, Francesca is the best little girl in the world, but at her ballet class she realizes she is fat. With this realization, fat Francesca has to die, and slim Kessa takes her place. Help arrives in the shape of Sandy Sherman, a doctor.
Author : Wang Yu Wei
Publisher : Clavis
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 36,83 MB
Release : 2019-10
Category : Cats
ISBN : 9781605375007
Mr. Cat spends his days alone. When he goes out to paint a beautiful winter landscape, he finds a little girl. He decides to take her home. The girl colors his world... until she disappears A poetic story about friendship and saying good-bye. For daydreamers ages 5 years and up.