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Otto of the Silver Hand
by Howard PyleBorn into a family that is already engaged in a blood feud with another noble house, Otto is sent to live with monks, but is reclaimed at age 12 by his militant, but loving father. The gentle-natured boy is kidnapped and mutilated by the rival family. Pauline, his captors daughter, helps him escape. His father allows him to return to the monks who place him under the emperor's protection. His silver hand is a replacement for the one Otto lost while in captivity, but his injury does not prevent him from maturing wisely and marrying Pauline.
Otto of the Silver Hand
by Howard PyleA rich and engrossing thread of Romance runs through this tale of the motherless son of a valiant robber baron of Medieval Germany. Young Otto, born into a warring household in an age when lawless chiefs were constantly fighting each other or despoiling the caravans of the merchant burghers, is raised in a monastery only to return to his family's domain and become painfully involved in the blood feud between his father and the rival house of Trutz-Drachen.The narrative is told with Howard Pyle's consummate skill and illustrated with some of the most enchanting sketches ever done for a book of this type. Like the same author's version of The Story of King Arthur and His Knights and his collection of original stories known as The Wonder Clock, this book has become a legend, a modern story with the feel and sound of an ancient tale. It is a reading adventure that youngsters will not soon forget.
Otto of the Silver Hand (Dover Children's Classics)
by Howard PyleA rich and engrossing thread of Romance runs through this tale of the motherless son of a valiant robber baron of Medieval Germany. Young Otto, born into a warring household in an age when lawless chiefs were constantly fighting each other or despoiling the caravans of the merchant burghers, is raised in a monastery only to return to his family's domain and become painfully involved in the blood feud between his father and the rival house of Trutz-Drachen.
Otto: A Palindrama
by Jon AgeeThis absurdly clever and funny graphic novel, told entirely in palindromes, is created by World Palindrome Champion Jon Agee, author of Go Hang a Salami! I'm a Lasagna Hog!Otto is having a very palindramatic day. His pet, Pip, has gone missing, and his search for the dog leads him deeper and deeper into a strange and perplexing world--full of talking owls, stacks of cats, storms and mazes, boats and trains and automobiles . . . oh my! Everything seems to be the same backward and forward, and Pip isn't sure he'll ever find his way home to Mom and Pop. But you, reader, will enjoy his Oz-like journey thoroughly.
Our 42nd President Bill Clinton
by Jack RobertsA desire to make a difference-that sums up Bill Clinton's remarkable and determined rise to the Presidency.
Our Castle by the Sea
by Lucy StrangeIn this haunting and compelling follow-up to The Secret of Nightingale Wood, Lucy Strange takes a seafaring myth and grounds it in the stark reality of World War II.Growing up in a lighthouse, 11-year-old Pet's world has been one of storms, secret tunnels, and stories about sea monsters. But now the country is at war and the cliff tops are a terrifying battleground. Pet will need to muster all her bravery to uncover why her family is being torn apart. This is the story of a girl who is afraid and unnoticed. A girl who freezes with fear at the enemy planes ripping through the skies overheard. A girl who is somehow destined to become part of the strange, ancient legend of the Daughters of Stone.
Our Creative World: Stories, Poems, Documents, Art, and Architecture from World History
by Notgrass CompanyOur Creative World is part of the Notgrass "From Adam to Us" one-year world history and literature curriculum for students in grades 5-8. It features primary documents that accompany the curriculum, including stories, poems, documents, and pictures of art, artifacts, and architecture. Entries include a short contextual introduction.
Our Dogs, Ourselves -- Young Readers Edition: How We Live with Dogs
by Alexandra HorowitzThis middle grade adaptation of Our Dogs, Ourselves is an eye-opening, entertaining, and beautifully illustrated look about humans&’ complicated and sometimes contradictory relationship with man&’s best friend by New York Times bestselling author of Inside of a Dog—Young Readers Edition.We keep dogs and are kept by them. We love dogs and (we assume) we are loved by them. Even while we see ourselves in dogs, we also treat them in surprising ways. On the one hand, we let them into our beds, we give them meaningful names, make them members of our family, and buy them the best food, toys, accessories, clothes, and more. But we also shape our dogs into something they aren&’t meant to be. Purebreeding dogs has led to many unhealthy pups. Many dogs have no homes, or live out their life in shelters. How is it possible we can treat the same species in these two totally different ways? In Our Dogs, Ourselves Young Readers Edition, bestselling author of Inside of a Dog, Alexandra Horowitz reveals the odd, surprising, and contradictory ways we live with dogs.
Our Earth, Our Home: Have Fun and Live Sustainably!
by Kai Sawyer Azusa FukuokaBeautifully illustrated, energetic guide from Japan for forward-thinking kids and parents on how to live in harmony with our earth—contains sections on DIY crafts, design thinking, mindfulness, gardening, eating, permaculture, and moreYoung readers will be swept along by Kai, the guide on this journey, who only has five rules:1) Be yourself2) You have everything you need3) You can create whatever you want4) We are all connected5) Have fun with life! With those rules as the north star, Ranger Kai teaches kids and adults about eating, permaculture, mindfulness, design thinking, creating a garden, DIY crafts, and more. Each section includes illustrated step-by-step guides and activity ideas. Many books on climate change and green living for kids focus on recycling or other small-picture ideas. This book from Japan dares to truly envision a post-carbon future—and not only that, embraces it and charts the path towards a truly fun life, in harmony with the Earth.
Our Federal and State Constitutions (Illinois Edition)
by Alex J. SchmidtOur Federal and State Constitutions is a concise 72-page streamlined workbook tailored to fulfill the required study of both the United States and your state government and constitution units. The materials are written in an easy-to-read and understand format designed for students of all ages and abilities. Generally designed for the 7th to 12th grade levels, this study guide has also proven to be a useful tool in junior colleges and adult education programs.
Our House: The Stories of Levittown
by Pam ConradSix stories, one from each decade from the 1940s to the 1990s, about children growing up in Levittown, New York.
Our Independence and the Constitution
by Dorothy Canfield FisherThe book portrays the writing of the Declaration of Independence and the formation of the Constitution through the eyes of one Philadelphia family.
Our Lady of the Streets (Skyscraper Throne Ser. #3)
by Tom PollockEver since Beth Bradley found her way into a hidden London, the presence of its ruthless goddess, Mater Viae, has lurked in the background. Now Mater Viae has returned with deadly consequences. Streets are wrecked by convulsions as muscles of wire and pipe go into spasm, bunching the city into a crippled new geography; pavements flare to thousand-degree fevers, incinerating pedestrians; and towers fall, their foundations decayed. As the city sickens, so does Beth--her essence now part of this secret London. But when it is revealed that Mater Viae's plans for dominion stretch far beyond the borders of the city, Beth must make a choice: flee, or sacrifice her city in order to save it.
Our Life in a Day: The uplifting and heartbreaking love story you won't want to miss
by Jamie Fewery'Oh my heart. I absolutely loved this book' - Netgalley reviewerA ten-year love story in twenty-four hours - for fans of One Day by David Nicholls, The Perks of Being a Wallflower by Stephen Chbosky, and The Note by Zoe Folbigg.The rules are simple.Choose the most significant moments from your relationship - one for each hour in the day.You'd probably pick when you first met, right? And the instant you knew for sure it was love? Maybe even the time you watched the sunrise after your first night together?But what about the car journey on the holiday where everything started to go wrong? Or your first proper fight?Or that time you lied about where you'd been?It's a once in a lifetime chance to learn the truth. But if you had to be completely honest with the one you love, would you still play?For Esme and Tom, the game is about to begin. And once they start, there's no going back . . .*************What readers are saying about Our Life in a Day:'A great portrayal of mental illness... A quite brilliant book''Explores depression, the spiral of addiction and the impact that mental illness has in those closest''I could have gone on reading about Esme and Tom forever''Oh my heart... I loved every page'
Our Living Constitution: Then and Now
by Jerry AtenThis book was written to more easily pass on the rich and timeless message of the U.S. Constitution and to demonstrate how it serves us today. Easy-to-use, it makes the legalistic language and complex structure of the document accessible for all students. Using a unique, two-column format, the full text of the Constitution is presented beside an explanation of its meaning in terms students will understand. Divided into lessons of varying length, it includes thought-provoking questions and directives for outside work. The book begins with a study of the Declaration of Independence for historical perspective.
Our Moon: New Discoveries About Earth's Closest Companion
by Elaine ScottSince the dawn of human existence, people have gazed up at the night sky and wondered about the moon. Here the veteran nonfiction author Elaine Scott skillfully presents a wealth of captivating, kid-friendly information, covering everything from the newest theories on how the moon formed, to the recent, startling discovery of water on its surface and the very real possibility of future moon colonies. Illustrated with stunning, full-color photographs and packed with fun facts, this is the most complete and up-to-date book available on the moon. Includes glossary, bibliography, and index.
Our Native Bees: North America's Endangered Pollinators and the Fight to Save Them
by Paige Embry"Captures the essence of a bee’s natural history and how we use (and sometimes abuse) bees.” —Olivia Messinger Carril, author of The Bees in Your Backyard Honey bees get all the press, but the fascinating story of North America’s native bees—an endangered species essential to our ecosystems and food supplies—is just as crucial. Through interviews with farmers, gardeners, scientists, and bee experts, Our Native Bees explores the importance of native bees and focuses on why they play a key role in gardening and agriculture. The people and stories are compelling: Paige Embry goes on a bee hunt with the world expert on the likely extinct Franklin’s bumble bee, raises blue orchard bees in her refrigerator, and learns about an organization that turns the out-of-play areas in golf courses into pollinator habitats. Our Native Bees is a fascinating, must-read for fans of natural history and science and anyone curious about bees.
Our Only May Amelia (Harper Trophy Bks.)
by Jennifer L. Holm<P>It isn't easy being a pioneer in the state of Washington in 1899, but it's particularly hard when you are the only girl ever born in the new settlement. <P>With seven older brothers and a love of adventure, May Amelia Jackson just can't seem to abide her family's insistence that she behave like a Proper Young Lady. <P>She's sure she could do better if only there were at least one other girl living along the banks of the Nasel River. <P>And now that Mama's going to have a baby, maybe there's hope. <P>Inspired by the diaries of her great-aunt, the real May Amelia, first-time novelist Jennifer Holm has given us a beautifully crafted tale of one young girl whose unique spirit captures the courage, humour, passion and depth of the American pioneer experience. <P><b>Newbery Honour Book </b>
Our Own Private Universe
by Robin TalleyFifteen-year-old Aki Simon has a theory. And it's mostly about sex. No, it isn't that kind of theory. Aki already knows she's bisexual-even if, until now, it's mostly been in the hypothetical sense. Aki has dated only guys so far, and her best friend, Lori, is the only person who knows she likes girls, too. Actually, Aki's theory is that she's got only one shot at living an interesting life-and that means she's got to stop sitting around and thinking so much. It's time for her to actually do something. Or at least try. So when Aki and Lori set off on a church youth-group trip to a small Mexican town for the summer and Aki meets Christa-slightly older, far more experienced-it seems her theory is prime for the testing. But it's not going to be easy. For one thing, how exactly do two girls have sex, anyway? And more important, how can you tell if you're in love? It's going to be a summer of testing theories-and the result may just be love.
Our Pioneers and Patriots
by Philip J. FurlongA famous 5th-8th grade American history textbook written in 1940 with Catholic faith and patriotic love of country. From early exploration and settlement through the 20th century.
Our Plastic Problem: A Call for Global Solutions (Orca Footprints #33)
by Megan DurnfordWe have a serious plastic problem. What was supposed to be a miracle material when it was first invented is now one of the biggest sources of pollution on our planet. But where does plastic come from? Why do we use so much of it? How does it hurt the environment and the animals who live there? Our Plastic Problem looks at plastic's history, uses, and how it affects land, water, air and human health. It also explores innovations in bioplastic and recycling, and practical ways to reduce and replace the plastic in our lives. Working together, we can solve our plastic problem.
Our Sixth Grade Sugar Babies
by Eve BuntingVicki Charlip and her friend Ellie are humiliated! Their sixth-grade teacher, Mrs. Oda, says each of her students must dress a five-pound bag of sugar in baby's clothes and carry it around. For a whole week they must never leave their sugar babies alone. It will teach them responsibility. "How will you know if we cheat?" Horrible Harry Hogan asks. "I'm putting you on your honor," Mrs. Oda says. Vicki is sure Horrible Harry will cheat, but of course she won't. But then a gorgeous seventh-grade boy moves in across the street, and Vicki is embarrassed to have HIM see her carrying around a silly-looking sugar baby. One deception leads to another when Vicki abandons her baby temporarily, and the baby vanishes. Horrors! Has it been stolen and turned into cookies? Or worse, into fudge? It is not, however, until there is another disappearance and a near-tragedy that Vicki learns the true meaning of responsibility... and honor.
Our Solar System: An Exploration of Planets, Moons, Asteroids, and Other Mysteries of Space
by Lisa ReichleySuit up for an expedition into the mysteries of our amazing solar system and beyondThe universe is huge. With more than 100 billion galaxies and billions of orbiting astronomical bodies, there's so much to learn. Rocket through the cosmos, and discover everything there is to know about our exciting and mysterious solar system!From the bright, burning sun to the icy Kuiper Belt, this easy reference guide is packed with fascinating facts about the terrestrial planets, gas giants, and dwarf planets, plus other orbiting astronomical bodies such as satellites and asteroids. Then, explore further into the unknown as you learn about mysterious bodies such as comets and clouds, and how much more we have to discover!Our Solar System includes:Fact-filled flight—Learn all about the astronomical bodies in our solar system with profiles covering size, distance from the sun, the length of each year, and more.Tiny but mighty—Enjoy a detailed look at the smaller bodies in our solar system such as dwarf planets, satellites, asteroids, and the objects in the Kuiper Belt and the Oort cloud.Out-of-this-world photos—Get up close and personal with real, vibrant photos of our very special solar system.Rocket through the cosmos and explore the many mysteries of our magnificent solar system!
Our Story Begins: Your Favorite Authors and Illustrators Share Fun, Inspiring, and Occasionally Ridiculous Things They Wrote and Drew as Kids
by Linda Sue Park Phyllis Reynolds Naylor Gordon Korman Gail Carson Levine Eric Rohmann Peter Lerangis Grace Lin Kathi Appelt Chris Grabenstein Marla Frazee Brian Selznick Yuyi Morales Candace Fleming Ashley Bryan Chris Gall Rita Williams-Garcia Cynthia Leitich Smith Tom Angleberger Dan Santat Jarrett J. Krosoczka Elissa Brent Weissman Thanhha Lai R. J. Palacio Tim Federle Kwame Alexander Alex GinoFrom award-winning author Elissa Brent Weissman comes a collection of quirky, smart, and vulnerable childhood works by some of today’s foremost children’s authors and illustrators—revealing young talent, the storytellers they would one day become, and the creativity they inspire today.Everyone’s story begins somewhere… For Linda Sue Park, it was a trip to the ocean, a brand-new typewriter, and a little creative license. For Jarrett J. Krosoczka, it was a third grade writing assignment that ignited a creative fire in a kid who liked to draw. For Kwame Alexander, it was a loving poem composed for Mother’s Day—and perfected through draft after discarded draft. For others, it was a teacher, a parent, a beloved book, a word of encouragement. It was trying, and failing, and trying again. It was a love of words, and pictures, and stories. Your story is beginning, too. Where will it go?