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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?
Roadtrip USA
by The Editors at the Harcourt School PublishersThe book is all about roadside America, road trips and attractions in various regions of America.
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.
Roar! (Readers)
by Stephanie Warren DrimmerExplore the amazing animals of Africa! Travel through the savanna, jungle, and desert to meet lions, elephants, giraffes, and more animals in this leveled reader about the most popular African safari animals that's perfect for advanced readers.Packed with weird-but-true facts and tons of animal info, this Level 3 Reader tours the diverse grasslands, watering holes, rain forests, and deserts of Africa. Get up close to some of the most amazing animals in Africa, including big cats, crocs, pangolins, hippos, rhinos, elephants, and more. Find out how fast a cheetah can sprint, how much a croc can fit in its massive jaws, and more wild stuff. Kids also get an introduction to the importance of animal conservation. National Geographic Fact Readers feature the same expert-vetted running text as traditional readers--with a bonus of 100 fun facts sprinkled throughout! A fact roundup at the end of each book lets kids review what they've learned. (Plus, they can impress their friends with their animal expertise!)
Robert F. Scott: British Explorer of the South Pole
by John RiddleRobert F. Scott led two British Navy missions to explore Antarctica, each one lasting several years. On his second trip to the Antarctic, Scott and his team made it to the South Pole, but they found a group from Norway had beaten them to it. Though Scott and his team died in the cold on the way back from the South Pole, the British Navy officer and explorer is remembered today for his brave and curious spirit. Learn the story of one of Britain's most famous explorers in Robert F. Scott: British Explorer of the South Pole.
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.
Robert Winston: How Science and Technology Changed the World
by Robert WinstonLet Professor Robert Winston take you on a scientific journey through human history in this fact-packed science book.Delve into the stories of history&’s most influential scientific experiments, inventions and life-changing discoveries that have impacted our understanding and changed the world in this science book for kids aged 7-9.Robert Winston&’s The Story of Science will teach children about the incredible world of science through fascinating facts, innovative inventions, and daring discoveries. Learn how random accidents have led to some of the greatest findings our world has ever seen, and how anybody who dares to dream can be successful.This fascinating science book for children offers:- Expertly written and accessible text by Robert Winston for children of the appropriate age to understand and enjoy even trickier concepts.- An exploration of each invention&’s past, present, and future development that is explored for a thorough and modern look at the role of science, technology and design in our everyday lives.- The answers to some of the most fascinating queries on the history of our world; piquing children&’s curiosities and sparking interest.From the creation of dynamite and the world&’s first printer, to magical medicine and the discovery of soap; science really is the pioneering study that has the power to change everything! This book of amazing scientific concepts and discoveries covers a wide range of topics to inspire the next generation of young minds.
Roberto Clemente (Superstars of Baseball)
by Tania RodriguezNot many baseball players are as legendary as Roberto Clemente. He broke color barriers. He gave back to his community. And through it all, he played great baseball. During his career with the Pittsburgh Pirates, he did some amazing things. Sadly, Clemente's life was cut short by a plane crash. Today, however, his memory lives on. Fans everywhere still think of the player from Puerto Rico as an inspiration to us all.
Roberto Clemente: Pride of the Pittsburgh Pirates
by Jonah WinterOn an island called Puerto Rico, there lived a little boy who wanted only to play baseball. Although he had no money, Roberto Clemente practiced and practiced until--eventually--he made it to the Major Leagues. America! As a right-fielder for the Pittsburgh Pirates, he fought tough opponents--and even tougher racism--but with his unreal catches and swift feet, he earned his nickname, "The Great One." He led the Pirates to two World Series, hit 3,000 hits, and was the first Latino to be inducted into the Hall of Fame. But it wasn't just baseball that made Clemente legendary--he was was also a humanitarian dedicated to improving the lives of others.
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.
Roberto: The Insect Architect
by Nina LadenEver since he was a wee mite (a termite, that is), Roberto has wanted to be an architect. Discouraged by his wood-eating family and friends, he decides to follow his dream to the big, bug city. There he meets a slew of not-so-creepy, crawly characters who spark in him the courage to build a community for them all.With stunning collage illustrations and witty text, the creator of the bestselling The Night I Followed the Dog, Private I. Guana, and When Pigasso Met Mootisse brings to life a funny and inspirational story that will encourage readers of any age to build their dreams.
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 (A Stepping Stone Book(TM))
by Domenick D'Andrea Annie IngleLife in Sherwood Forest has never been livelier than with this selection of tales of the fun-loving outlaw and his merry men. A fast-moving adaptation of the classic adventure will delight older slow readers as well as kids reading on grade level.
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 Saves Will Stutely: Interpreting a Legend in Three Literary Formats
by Howard Pyle Jeffrey B. Fuerst David BoelkeTales of Robin Hood, the legendary archer who "robs from the rich and gives to the poor," go back at least 700 years. Stories about Robin Hood have changed over time and have been retold in almost every literary format. Read three versions of this tale about Robin and his band of Merry Men rescuing Will Stutely: as a seventeenth-century ballad, as a nineteenth-century fiction story, and as a twenty-first century graphic novel. How are they similar? How do they differ? (Set of 6 with Teacher's Guides and Text Evidence Question Card)
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.