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Road Trip!: Camping with the Four Vagabonds: Thomas Edison, Henry Ford, Harvey Firestone, and John Burroughs
by Claudia FriddellJoin Thomas Edison, Henry Ford, Harvey Firestone, and John Burroughs on their pioneering camping trips during the early 1900s in this energetic and entertaining nonfiction picture-book adventure.After years of inventing things that other people needed, Thomas Edison and Henry Ford realized there was something they needed—a vacation! So, the famous inventors packed up Ford's Model T and invited their good friends Harvey Firestone and John Burroughs to join them as "the Four Vagabonds" hit America's back roads to enjoy the country's natural beauty, fireside chats, and frolicking fun with friends—all while inspiring future generations to invent camping adventures of their own.&“Buckle yourself in as Claudia Friddell and Jeremy Holmes take you on a fun, creative, and certainly unique road trip with America&’s most famous vagabonds—Thomas Edison, Henry Ford, Harvey Firestone, and John Burroughs. The colorful and spirited illustrations, the stories of the Vagabond&’s bivouacking travels and campsite escapades, and the well-researched bibliography makes Road Trip! a great addition to any child&’s library!&” —Matt Andres, curatorial registrar, Edison and Ford Winter Estates
Road to the Wizard: A Topsy-Turvy Tale of Oz (Ghostwriter)
by L. Frank Baum Meg CannistraGhostwriter is back and has released characters from this upside-down, inside-out retelling of the beloved classic The Wonderful Wizard of Oz!One minute Dorothy is helping out at her aunt and uncle's farm-to-table restaurant, and the next she's twirling in a tornado that sends her to a bizarre and enchanted world. To get home, she'll need to find the Wizard. But it's not that easy! Luckily, Surfer Dude Scarecrow, Tin Girl, and Scaredy-Cat Lion all join Dorothy on her journey—a good thing since an angry Wicked Witch is after them! Can Dorothy uncover the long-hidden secrets of Oz to return home?
Roald Dahl Whoppsy-Whiffling Joke Book
by Roald DahlRoald Dahl is known for his humor! This joke book is an ideal companion to his beloved novels.Roald Dahl's Whoppsy-Whiffling Joke Book is a collection of hundreds of great jokes that would make even the Trunchbull laugh! Inspired by Roald Dahl's wonderful world, these gigglesome gags are guaranteed to raise a chuckle from human beans young and old.CONTENT NOTE: The jokes in this book may cause reader to become the embodiment of the crying-laughing emoji. Side effects include but are not limited to stomach pains, tears of joy, falling off chairs, and flailing.
Roald Dahl's Mischief and Mayhem
by Roald DahlPranks, tricks, mischief, and more in this ideal companion book to Roald Dahl's beloved novels! Professional tricksters put your cunning to the test. Inside this wicked little book you'll find step-by-step instructions for making mischief and mayhem as well as outrageous jokes, fiendish quizzes, and a few smelly surprises. Includes extracts from Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Matilda, The BFG, The Witches, and more. Like The Missing Golden Ticket and Other Splendiferous Secrets, this book is a wonderful complement to Roald Dahl novels, with tons of great extras fans will love. It's the perfect way to complete your Dahl collection!
Roanoke: The Mystery of the Lost Colony
by Lee MillerThe lost colony of Roanoke is one of America's oldest and most intriguing historical mysteries. The lost colony of Roanoke is America's birthplace and one of America's oldest mysteries. What makes this book unique is that every clue furnished by primary documents is treated as evidence. It answers the three questions essential to solving the mystery: Why were the lost colonists lost? Where did the lost colonists go? Why were the lost colonists never recovered?
Roar Like a Lion
by Carlie SorosiakFrom the UK bestselling author of I, Cosmo comes an inspirational guide to living your best life -- with a wild twist. Every animal is wonderful at being themselves, and if we’re observant, we can let them teach us how to be our kindest, bravest, best selves as well. Humans are a unique species, but still very much a part of the animal kingdom. We dream like cats, grieve like whales, bond like barn owls. In Roar Like a Lion, you’ll find advice from some of the wisest creatures on Earth: Dogs who exhibit mindfulness. Penguins who pick perfect pebbles and refuse to care about what other penguins think. Every animal illustrates how they thrive, offering a model of how you might choose to thrive too. If we’re willing to listen -- to follow the pawprints that lead us to that kinder, braver, more courageous way of life.Bursting with fascinating facts, remarkable true stories and a whole lot of heart, Carlie Sorosiak has written an uplifting call to arms, inspiring children to listen to the roar of the wild and grow as human beings… while having plenty of fun along the way! Katie Walker’s stylish illustrations build a real partnership between the words and pictures. A stunning package that can make a real difference in children’s lives, Roar Like a Lion sparkles with wit, wisdom and warmth.
Robert E. Lee
by Manfred WeidhornRobert E. Lee's life has been regarded as one of great honor and esteem and he has been a man admired for his loyalty, patriotism, and conduct as not only an American, but also a Virginian. And when he made the decision to turn down Lincoln's offer to command a large army of Union Soldiers in the war against the secession, and instead chose to extend his loyalty to the Confederate Army, his intentions were to defend his land and the people in Virginia and not to fight for either secession or slavery. Lee's patriotism of an unfamiliar shade confused some, but made consequential waves in the Civil War. He followed in the footsteps of his father, a Revolutionary War General, and is here portrayed by Weidhorn as the "finest general of the Civil War", a title he honorably earned.
Robert E. Lee: The Man, The Soldier, The Myth
by Brandon MillerThe life of one of the most mythologized men in American history, Confederate States Army General Robert E. Lee, is explored in this comprehensive young-adult biography. <P><P>Robert E. Lee's life was filled with responsibility and loyalty. Born to a Revolutionary War hero, Lee learned a sense of duty and restraint after weathering scandals brought on by his father and eldest brother. He found the perfect way to channel this sense of duty at West Point, where he spent his days under rigorous teachers who taught him the organizational skills and discipline he would apply for the rest of his life. The military became Lee's life: he was often away from his beloved family, making strides with the Army, forcibly expanding the United States toward the Western coastline, and fighting the Mexican-American War. And ultimately, the military and his defining role therein--General of the Confederate Army--would prove to be Lee's legacy. Author Brandon Marie Miller separates fact from fiction and reveals the complex truth behind who Lee was as a person, a soldier, a general, and a father. The book includes numerous archival images, as well as original quotations, a timeline, an author's note, a family tree, source notes, a bibliography, and an index.
Robert Fulton, Boy Craftsman
by Marguerite HenryRobert Fulton-Boy Craftsman is the biography for children that talks about young Robert Fulton - the helpful, responsible boy who grew up to become a portrait and landscape artist, an engineer, and an inventor who constructed the first successful steamboat.
Robert Louis Stevenson's Treasure Island: The Treasure Hunt
by Jeffrey Fuerst Karen PhelpsPerform this script about Jim Hawkins's encounters with pirates while searching for the lost treasure of Captain Flint.
Robert Rows the River
by Carolyn HaywoodRobert's parents taught him to row from a young age and he loved to row up and down the Thames in England near London. While on the river Robert discovered new adventures, new friends and new treasures from a carved lion, a monkey a young Romany boy named Aaron, and helps solve a mystery of who stole the new sailboat.
Roberto & Me
by Dan GutmanSometimes you can change history . . . and sometimes history can change you. When Stosh travels into the past to meet Roberto Clemente, a legendary ballplayer and a beloved humanitarian, he's got only one goal: warning Roberto not to get on the doomed plane that will end his life in a terrible crash. In the sixties, Stosh meets free-spirited Sunrise, and together they travel across the country to a ball game that leaves them breathless-and face-to-face with Roberto. But when the time comes for Stosh to return to the future, he finds that the adventure has only just begun. . . . Join Stosh and Sunrise on a journey that will take you into the past, from the excitement of Woodstock to a life-changing encounter with Roberto Clemente-and into a surprising future!
Roberto Clemente: Young Baseball Player
by Meryl Henderson Montrew DunhamTraces the personal life and baseball career of the Puerto Rican baseball superstar, from his childhood love of the game through his professional career and untimely death to his election to the Hall of Fame in 1973.
Robin Hood
by Antonia FraserRobin Hood, Maid Marion, Little John, Friar Tuck and the rest of the Merry Men of Sherwood Forest are all here, in stories packed with excitement, drama and romance. Antonia Fraser's masterly retelling is a classic.
Robin Hood
by J. Walker McspaddenRobin Hood and his merry men have been apart of American culture for generations. Their lives living in Sherwood Forest while fighting the Sheriff have graced books, comics, movies and TV. Robin and his men stole from the rich and gave to the poor. Their adventures are full of sword flights, daring escapes, romance with the beautiful Maid Marion, and the humor of Friar Tuck. After seeing the movies and the TV shows it is a delight to go back and read the original
Robin Hood
by Neil PhilipRecounts the life and adventures of Robin Hood, who, with his band of followers, lived in Sherwood Forest as an outlaw dedicated to fighting tyranny.
Robin Hood (Dover Children's Thrift Classics)
by Bob BlaisdellThe legendary outlaw and his merry men spring to life again, thrilling young readers with feats of daring and valor. Join Robin, Little John, Friar Tuck, Maid Marian, and the other Sherwood Forest denizens in their struggle against the wicked Sheriff of Nottingham and their pursuit of freedom and justice.
Robin Hood Shoots for the Queen: A Legend from England
by Jeannette Sanderson Jeffrey Fuerst James BaldessariPerform this legend from England about a queen who wants Robin Hood to shoot for her at the king's archery tournament.
Robin Hood vs The Plague Undead
by James BlackHis lungs were gone. He was completely hollow inside. But he was not dead. Not quite.What happens when Robin Hood and his Merry Men are faced with a plague of zombies? Somehow, Robin must figure out a way to defeat the most difficult and dangerous enemy he's ever faced, and save the country from destruction...
Robin Hood, The One Who Looked Good in Green: Twice Upon A Time #4 (Twice Upon a Time #4)
by Wendy MassAn exciting new story in the Twice Upon A Time series from Wendy Mass!There's two sides to every story . . . this time it's Robin Hood and Maid Marian like you've never seen them before.
Robin Hood, Time Traveler: A Graphic Novel (Far Out Classic Stories)
by Benjamin HarperIn the distant future, kid-genius Robin Hood has invented amazing time-traveling technology! Except his company only wants to use the tech to make sure history stays exactly the same. So Robin decides to take matters into his own hands, jump through time, and help people throughout the ages! Along the way the time traveler teams up with other caring kids, but with Robin's heartless boss chasing the group, how much longer can they keep up this noble quest? With Far Out Classic Stories, experience the tale of Robin Hood like never before in this twisted graphic novel retelling for kids!
Robin Hood: The Classic Adventure Tale (Collector's Classics Ser.)
by Anne Yvonne Gilbert Nicky Raven Otto BathurstA beautifully illustrated edition of the classic adventure tale!Venture into Sherwood Forest with Robin Hood and his band of rebel outlaws, as they fight against injustice and the evil plotting of Guy of Gisburn. In this captivating tale, Robin Hood must defy the law and face danger to battle corruption, guard the rights of the oppressed, and protect the woman he loves. This new telling combines elements of the many tales surrounding the legendary Robin Hood with modern storytelling. Lavishly illustrated throughout by award-winning artist Anne Yvonne Gilbert and presented in a beautiful jacketed format, this fine edition will appeal to lovers of the legend and newcomers to the story alike.
Robin: The Lovable Morgan Horse (Morgan Horse Series #4)
by Ellen F. FeldRobin, the fourth book in the Morgan Horse Series, introduces the character of Karen Greene and her Morgan, the lovable Robin. An avid horse-lover, Karen is traumatized by a terrifying riding accident. Can Heather, Nicholas, and the horses of Gallant Morgans help Karen overcome her fear so that she can once again enjoy her horse? This story also introduces Robin's sidekick, the adorable gray and white pinto Miniature Horse Rerun, and Champ, the small Dachshund puppy with a big attitude. Twice selected for the prestigious Children's Choices award sponsored by The International Reading Association and The Children's Book Council, the books of the Morgan Horse Series have proven extremely popular with children around the country. The stories have received acclaim for realistically portraying horses and providing careful attention to detail while weaving entertaining tales that draw the reader into the exciting world of horses.
Robinson Crusoe
by Daniel Defoe Paul Theroux Robert MayerWho has not dreamed of life on an exotic isle, far away from civilization? Here is the novel which has inspired countless imitations by lesser writers, none of which equal the power and originality of Defoe's famous book. Robinson Crusoe, set ashore on an island after a terrible storm at sea, is forced to make do with only a knife, some tobacco, and a pipe. He learns how to build a canoe, make bread, and endure endless solitude. That is, until, twenty-four years later, when he confronts another human being. First published in 1719, Robinson Crusoe has been praised by such writers as James Joyce, Virginia Woolf, and Samuel Johnson as one of the greatest novels in the English language.
Robinson Crusoe
by Daniel DefoeAfter surviving a shipwreck Robinson Crusoe finds himself stranded on a desert island with few provisions. Overcoming his initial despair he forges a life on the remote island using when he can scrounge from the wreck and his own ingenuity. As time passes he encounters other marooned individuals and a tribe a vicious cannibals. Eventually joined by a freed prisoner, called Friday, Crusoe endures twenty-seven years on the island before a ship commandeered by mutineers comes near the island and offers the chance of escape. Published in 1719, the book is the original castaway story and his been adapted for stage and screen dozens of times since it first appeared.