Bøger af Emma Carlson Berne

On April 19, 1775, the American Minutemen clashed with British troops in the Battles of Lexington and Concord. These battles marked the beginning of the American Revolution. After five years of planning and fighting, the British surrendered, and the United States was finally free. This colorfully illustrated story takes kids on a journey through the events that led to revolution, the war itself, and the birth of a new nation.

Winner of the 2021 Northern Lights Book Awards--Historical CategoryBooks By Horseback is a breathtaking adventure of a heroic Pack Horse Librarian who braves the harsh terrain of rural Kentucky to bring books to children who need them."Capturing one librarian's breathtaking fictional journey is a riveting way to showcase and honor the risky work of these real librarians, and the text communicates a deep reverence for their mission-and their tremendous fortitude. Educational and inspiring." -Kirkus Reviews"The fictional narrative proves captivating as young readers learn the lengths real-life librarians went to serve their communities during the Great Depression." - Publishers Weekly"This is an excellent forum for bringing history and literacy together while broadening the experiences and perspectives of young ­readers."-School Library Journal"Vibrant illustrations anchor this tale . . . of intrepid female librarians delivering books to far-flung isolated homesteads in the rolling hills of Kentucky. The pictures are eye-popping and fill each page right to the edges." - Jon G. Bradley, Historical Novel SocietyDuring the Great Depression, food, education, and opportunities were scarce. Kentucky had fallen behind its neighboring states in electricity and highways, and the folks who lived in the craggy, mountainous, Appalachia region were struggling to survive. But courageous librarians were up to the challenge! Edith, a young Pack Horse Librarian, and her faithful horse Dan, adventure through rough terrain and a pending storm in order to deliver books to kids who desperately need them in this richly illustrated tale. Edith, like all Pack Horse Librarians, heroically risked their own safety to serve the most vulnerable members of their community. Librarians like Edith helped an entire generation learn to read and gain lifesaving knowledge in a critical time in history.

Share Hanukkah's history and traditions with this heartwarming, colorful storybook-for kids ages 3 to 5Children will love discovering the hows and whys of The Festival of Lights in this standout choice among Hanukkah books for kids. They'll go on a sweet and exciting journey, joining Ori, Yael, and their family on a trip through time to explore the history of the holiday.Everything Hanukkah books for kids should be, this title features guides to holiday activities, like how to light the menorah and say the blessings, play dreidel, and cook latkes-making it fun and simple for them to participate in traditional Hanukkah celebrations. There's even a handy glossary to help kids remember important words!Go beyond other Hanukkah books for kids with:The story of Hanukkah-Give kids an easy and enjoyable way to learn about the history of the Maccabees, their defeat of Antiochus, and the miracle of the oil. How you celebrate-Like the best Hanukkah books for kids, this title will help young readers see how Hanukkah is celebrated, but they'll also learn the reasons why.Things to do-Keep them involved with simple and straightforward directions for making treats, singing songs, and more.Get one of the only Hanukkah books for kids that combines fiction, nonfiction, and active elements for tons of holiday fun!

Jyn Erso stands up to Imperial Stormtroopers; Princess Leia saves Chewbacca from an ice creature's lair; and Ahsoka tries to stop an out-of-control droid. Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards. Spotlight is a division of ABDO.

Join the spunky and powerful Sparkle Dragons as they blast their glitter fire and put their brains together to save the queendom from polka-dotted pollution in this hilarious, easy-to-read graphic novel.Meet the Sparkle Dragons: the spunkiest crew in all of Princess Puff's queendom! Trixie is fierce with brains and beauty. Rue is tough as nails with a heart of shimmering gold. And, last but not least, Glinda, who often has her head in the clouds, but her out-of-the-box problem-solving can be her strongest asset. With their unique powers combined, they are an unstoppable force! And let's be honest: fighting off bad guys with glitter beams can be pretty hilarious . . . and sticky! Bad guys can be quite clever in this queendom, but the Sparkle Dragons don't miss a trick. When the Rain River is polluted with polka dots, Robert?not Bob?the Troll takes the heat for it. But he says he is innocent! Not to worry?the Sparkle Dragons are hot on the tails of the true culprits. That is, if Princess Puff and her unicorn BFF will stop getting in their way.How can the Sparkle Dragons fire up a rock-solid case to prove Robert's innocence and find out who is really at the bottom of these polluting polka dots?

The haunted history of the OSR comes to life--even when the main players are dead. Visit the reformatory and risk being punched by a long-dead prisoner. Or listen for the ghostly voices of former guards and convicts echoing through the halls. Perhaps you'll encounter the spirit of a neighbor who still patrols the road outside the prison! Dive into this spooky chapter book for suspenseful tales of bumps in the night, paranormal investigations, and the unexplained; just be sure to keep the light on.

Join the spunky and powerful Sparkle Dragons as they blast their glitter fire and put their brains together to save the queendom from polka-dotted pollution in this hilarious, easy-to-read graphic novel.Meet the Sparkle Dragons: the spunkiest crew in all of Princess Puff''s queendom! Trixie is fierce with brains and beauty. Rue is tough as nails with a heart of shimmering gold. And, last but not least, Glinda, who often has her head in the clouds, but her out-of-the-box problem-solving can be her strongest asset. With their unique powers combined, they are an unstoppable force! And let''s be honest: fighting off bad guys with glitter beams can be pretty hilarious . . . and sticky! Bad guys can be quite clever in this queendom, but the Sparkle Dragons don’t miss a trick. When the Rain River is polluted with polka dots, Robert—not Bob—the Troll takes the heat for it. But he says he is innocent! Not to worry—the Sparkle Dragons are hot on the tails of the true culprits. That is, if Princess Puff and her unicorn BFF will stop getting in their way.How can the Sparkle Dragons fire up a rock-solid case to prove Robert''s innocence and find out who is really at the bottom of these polluting polka dots?

Ghost stories from the Ohio State Reformatory have never been so creepy, fun, and full of mystery!The haunted history of the OSR comes to life--even when the main players are dead. Visit the reformatory and risk being punched by a long-dead prisoner. Or listen for the ghostly voices of former guards and convicts echoing through the halls. Perhaps you'll encounter the spirit of a neighbor who still patrols the road outside the prison! Dive into this spooky chapter book for suspenseful tales of bumps in the night, paranormal investigations, and the unexplained; just be sure to keep the light on.

Explore green energy: power made from nature's renewable resources

Learn all about the origins and ways to classify rocks, minerals, and gems, including the shiniest, most useful, and most dangerous rocks and minerals on the planet.Find out everything you''ve ever wanted to know about the rocks and minerals under our feet and deep in the Earth''s crust. Budding geologists will love reading about how rocks form, the names of the coolest rocks and minerals, and rare and beautiful gemstones. Packed with weird-but-true facts and tons of cool info, this Level 3 reader explores the incredible world of geology. National Geographic Fact Readers feature the same expert-vetted running text as traditional readers--with a bonus 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 rocks and minerals expertise!)

"Discusses the planet Mercury, including observations by ancient cultures, current knowledge of Mercury, and plans for future scientific research and space exploration"--