Author: Edward Martin Polansky
Publisher: AuthorHouse
ISBN: 1504910095
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 62
Book Description
Oscar the Osprey is one of those must-read children's chapter books that teach kids how to get over embarrassment and humiliation, inspire others, and understand what self-acceptance means. It’s one of those how-to books for kids that teachers can use to show their students how to overcome challenges in life and teach the consequences of lying. Unable to fly over the mountains, Oscar finds himself alone, left behind to fend for himself in a bitterly cold winter in the Tetons. Will he adapt to the challenges in his life and learn how to overcome the humiliation he faces for having an unusual flying technique that isn’t how an Osprey is supposed to fly? Or will he give up and fail to learn how to overcome challenges in his life? Join Oscar as he meets other animals in the forest, challenges his elders, and unexpectedly learns how to inspire others. Elementary kids will learn about self-acceptance and see that everyone must overcome challenges. “A charming tale about deceit’s tangled web with textured, kinetic illustrations.” - Kirkus Reviews If you’re looking for an artfully illustrated must-read chapter book or a how-to book for children, Oscar The Osprey: The Bird Who Was Afraid of Heights delivers both.
Oscar the Osprey
Author: Edward Martin Polansky
Publisher: AuthorHouse
ISBN: 1504910095
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 62
Book Description
Oscar the Osprey is one of those must-read children's chapter books that teach kids how to get over embarrassment and humiliation, inspire others, and understand what self-acceptance means. It’s one of those how-to books for kids that teachers can use to show their students how to overcome challenges in life and teach the consequences of lying. Unable to fly over the mountains, Oscar finds himself alone, left behind to fend for himself in a bitterly cold winter in the Tetons. Will he adapt to the challenges in his life and learn how to overcome the humiliation he faces for having an unusual flying technique that isn’t how an Osprey is supposed to fly? Or will he give up and fail to learn how to overcome challenges in his life? Join Oscar as he meets other animals in the forest, challenges his elders, and unexpectedly learns how to inspire others. Elementary kids will learn about self-acceptance and see that everyone must overcome challenges. “A charming tale about deceit’s tangled web with textured, kinetic illustrations.” - Kirkus Reviews If you’re looking for an artfully illustrated must-read chapter book or a how-to book for children, Oscar The Osprey: The Bird Who Was Afraid of Heights delivers both.
Publisher: AuthorHouse
ISBN: 1504910095
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 62
Book Description
Oscar the Osprey is one of those must-read children's chapter books that teach kids how to get over embarrassment and humiliation, inspire others, and understand what self-acceptance means. It’s one of those how-to books for kids that teachers can use to show their students how to overcome challenges in life and teach the consequences of lying. Unable to fly over the mountains, Oscar finds himself alone, left behind to fend for himself in a bitterly cold winter in the Tetons. Will he adapt to the challenges in his life and learn how to overcome the humiliation he faces for having an unusual flying technique that isn’t how an Osprey is supposed to fly? Or will he give up and fail to learn how to overcome challenges in his life? Join Oscar as he meets other animals in the forest, challenges his elders, and unexpectedly learns how to inspire others. Elementary kids will learn about self-acceptance and see that everyone must overcome challenges. “A charming tale about deceit’s tangled web with textured, kinetic illustrations.” - Kirkus Reviews If you’re looking for an artfully illustrated must-read chapter book or a how-to book for children, Oscar The Osprey: The Bird Who Was Afraid of Heights delivers both.
Oscar the Osprey
Author: Edward Martin Polansky
Publisher: AuthorHouse
ISBN: 1728301114
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 54
Book Description
In the author’s second book about Oscar the Osprey, he tells the story of Oscar facing a conundrum on whether or not to reveal a deep secret with the outcome of that decision either endangering the life of his brother, Otto, or sacrificing all his newfound fame among his family and flock. It deals with an ethical dilemma of the serious consequences of committing an error of omission by remaining silent.
Publisher: AuthorHouse
ISBN: 1728301114
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 54
Book Description
In the author’s second book about Oscar the Osprey, he tells the story of Oscar facing a conundrum on whether or not to reveal a deep secret with the outcome of that decision either endangering the life of his brother, Otto, or sacrificing all his newfound fame among his family and flock. It deals with an ethical dilemma of the serious consequences of committing an error of omission by remaining silent.
Oscar and Olive Osprey
Author: Janie Suss
Publisher: BookPros, LLC
ISBN: 098231406X
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 114
Book Description
Oscar and Olive Osprey tells me heartwarming story of two ospreys that build a nest, raise three babies, and defend against predators. Filled with amazing color photographs, Oscar and Olive Osprey will delight children and parents alike, and inspire an emotional connection between their lives and the lives of these beautiful creatures. "Oscar and Olive Osprey is a charming book that children will love. It is not only a story of nature-of beautiful and graceful birds-but of family, parents' love, and of young birds growing, dreaming, overcoming their fears, and finding their way. Set atop a nest at the end of a pier, it is a story of life that parents and children can share. I highly recommend it."-Mark A. Reinecke, PhD, Chief Psychologist and professor at Northwestern Memorial Hospital Experiencing these spectacular birds of prey firsthand inspires, in children and adults alike, a sense of awe and a desire for learning more about them that is duplicated by reading this beautiful story. I know this book will guide the next generation of nature lovers to seek out the experience of watching ospreys for decades to come."-Joy Braunstein, CEO/President, Carolina Raptor Center "The connection you feel between this family and your own is so real. This story will capture your heart and you will no longer look at the osprey as just another bird!"-Carla Rohde, Park Naturalist/Raptor Specialist, M-NCPPC, Watkins Nature Center Book jacket.
Publisher: BookPros, LLC
ISBN: 098231406X
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 114
Book Description
Oscar and Olive Osprey tells me heartwarming story of two ospreys that build a nest, raise three babies, and defend against predators. Filled with amazing color photographs, Oscar and Olive Osprey will delight children and parents alike, and inspire an emotional connection between their lives and the lives of these beautiful creatures. "Oscar and Olive Osprey is a charming book that children will love. It is not only a story of nature-of beautiful and graceful birds-but of family, parents' love, and of young birds growing, dreaming, overcoming their fears, and finding their way. Set atop a nest at the end of a pier, it is a story of life that parents and children can share. I highly recommend it."-Mark A. Reinecke, PhD, Chief Psychologist and professor at Northwestern Memorial Hospital Experiencing these spectacular birds of prey firsthand inspires, in children and adults alike, a sense of awe and a desire for learning more about them that is duplicated by reading this beautiful story. I know this book will guide the next generation of nature lovers to seek out the experience of watching ospreys for decades to come."-Joy Braunstein, CEO/President, Carolina Raptor Center "The connection you feel between this family and your own is so real. This story will capture your heart and you will no longer look at the osprey as just another bird!"-Carla Rohde, Park Naturalist/Raptor Specialist, M-NCPPC, Watkins Nature Center Book jacket.
Oscar the Osprey
Author: Edward Martin Polansky
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781728301129
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 48
Book Description
In the author's second book about Oscar the Osprey, he tells the story of Oscar facing a conundrum on whether or not to reveal a deep secret with the outcome of that decision either endangering the life of his brother, Otto, or sacrificing all his newfound fame among his family and flock. It deals with an ethical dilemma of the serious consequences of committing an error of omission by remaining silent.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781728301129
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 48
Book Description
In the author's second book about Oscar the Osprey, he tells the story of Oscar facing a conundrum on whether or not to reveal a deep secret with the outcome of that decision either endangering the life of his brother, Otto, or sacrificing all his newfound fame among his family and flock. It deals with an ethical dilemma of the serious consequences of committing an error of omission by remaining silent.
P-47D Thunderbolt vs Ki-43-II Oscar
Author: Michael John Claringbould
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN: 1472840925
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 81
Book Description
Although New Guinea's Thunderbolt pilots faced several different types of enemy aircraft in capricious tropical conditions, by far their most common adversary was the Nakajima Ki-43-II Hayabusa, codenamed 'Oscar' by the Allies. These two opposing fighters were the products of two radically different design philosophies. The Thunderbolt was heavy, fast and packed a massive punch thanks to its battery of eight 0.50-cal machine guns, while the 'Oscar' was the complete opposite in respect to fighter design philosophy – lightweight, nimble, manoeuvrable and lightly armed. It was, nonetheless, deadly in the hands of an experienced pilot. The Thunderbolt commenced operations in New Guinea with a series of bomber escort missions in mid-1943, and its firepower and superior speed soon saw Fifth Air Force fighter command deploying elite groups of P-47s to Wewak, on the northern coast. Flying from there, they would pick off unwary enemy aircraft during dedicated fighter patrols. The Thunderbolt pilots in New Guinea slowly wore down their Japanese counterparts by continual combat and deadly strafing attacks, but nevertheless, the Ki-43-II remained a worthy opponent deterrent up until Hollandia was abandoned by the IJAAF in April 1944. Fully illustrated throughout with artwork and rare photographs, this fascinating book examines these two vastly different fighters in the New Guinea theatre, and assesses the unique geographic conditions that shaped their deployment and effectiveness.
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN: 1472840925
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 81
Book Description
Although New Guinea's Thunderbolt pilots faced several different types of enemy aircraft in capricious tropical conditions, by far their most common adversary was the Nakajima Ki-43-II Hayabusa, codenamed 'Oscar' by the Allies. These two opposing fighters were the products of two radically different design philosophies. The Thunderbolt was heavy, fast and packed a massive punch thanks to its battery of eight 0.50-cal machine guns, while the 'Oscar' was the complete opposite in respect to fighter design philosophy – lightweight, nimble, manoeuvrable and lightly armed. It was, nonetheless, deadly in the hands of an experienced pilot. The Thunderbolt commenced operations in New Guinea with a series of bomber escort missions in mid-1943, and its firepower and superior speed soon saw Fifth Air Force fighter command deploying elite groups of P-47s to Wewak, on the northern coast. Flying from there, they would pick off unwary enemy aircraft during dedicated fighter patrols. The Thunderbolt pilots in New Guinea slowly wore down their Japanese counterparts by continual combat and deadly strafing attacks, but nevertheless, the Ki-43-II remained a worthy opponent deterrent up until Hollandia was abandoned by the IJAAF in April 1944. Fully illustrated throughout with artwork and rare photographs, this fascinating book examines these two vastly different fighters in the New Guinea theatre, and assesses the unique geographic conditions that shaped their deployment and effectiveness.
Ki-43 ‘Oscar’ Aces of World War 2
Author: Hiroshi Ichimura
Publisher: Osprey Publishing
ISBN: 9781846034084
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Dubbed the 'Oscar' by the Allies, the Ki-43 Hayabusa was the most prolific Japanese fighter of World War II. Produced in great numbers, it initially proved superior to most US and British fighter types, due to its excellent maneuverability. The light weight and large wing area gave it a small turning radius and a high rate-of-climb which was ideal for pilots in close combat fighting. However, the Ki-43's swiftness and agility came at a price, with the low-wing design meaning that firepower and safety had to be sacrificed. With only two machine guns, a Ki-43 pilot would have to perform a dangerous balancing act between achieving a high rate of kills and their own survival. Surprisingly, more Japanese pilots achieved Ace status flying the Hayabusa than any other plane and despite being steadily outclassed by new fighters, the Ki-43 remained in frontline JAAF service until the war's end. This book expertly charts the experiences of the pilots and discusses the early stages of the war in South-East Asia, China, Burma and New Guinea. Accompanied by detailed appendices and specially commissioned artwork, this is the first volume in English to focus exclusively on the exploits of the Ki-43.
Publisher: Osprey Publishing
ISBN: 9781846034084
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Dubbed the 'Oscar' by the Allies, the Ki-43 Hayabusa was the most prolific Japanese fighter of World War II. Produced in great numbers, it initially proved superior to most US and British fighter types, due to its excellent maneuverability. The light weight and large wing area gave it a small turning radius and a high rate-of-climb which was ideal for pilots in close combat fighting. However, the Ki-43's swiftness and agility came at a price, with the low-wing design meaning that firepower and safety had to be sacrificed. With only two machine guns, a Ki-43 pilot would have to perform a dangerous balancing act between achieving a high rate of kills and their own survival. Surprisingly, more Japanese pilots achieved Ace status flying the Hayabusa than any other plane and despite being steadily outclassed by new fighters, the Ki-43 remained in frontline JAAF service until the war's end. This book expertly charts the experiences of the pilots and discusses the early stages of the war in South-East Asia, China, Burma and New Guinea. Accompanied by detailed appendices and specially commissioned artwork, this is the first volume in English to focus exclusively on the exploits of the Ki-43.
Japanese Army Air Force Aces 1937–45
Author: Henry Sakaida
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN: 1782005382
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 176
Book Description
Little has been published in English on the Japanese Army Air Force (JAAF), let alone its most successful fighter pilots no less than 150 of them achieved ace status during eight years of near-constant war. They are all listed in this volume. From the arid plains of the Mongolian border region to the lush jungles of New Guinea, the JAAF was more than a match for the many opponents it fought against for control of the skies. Indeed, even when the mighty Allied war machine proved almost overwhelming from early 1944 onwards, the elite fighter pilots of the various sentais within the JAAF fought on with near-fanatical loyalty in defence of the Home Islands.
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN: 1782005382
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 176
Book Description
Little has been published in English on the Japanese Army Air Force (JAAF), let alone its most successful fighter pilots no less than 150 of them achieved ace status during eight years of near-constant war. They are all listed in this volume. From the arid plains of the Mongolian border region to the lush jungles of New Guinea, the JAAF was more than a match for the many opponents it fought against for control of the skies. Indeed, even when the mighty Allied war machine proved almost overwhelming from early 1944 onwards, the elite fighter pilots of the various sentais within the JAAF fought on with near-fanatical loyalty in defence of the Home Islands.
Native American Code Talker in World War II
Author: Ed Gilbert
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN: 1780966342
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 140
Book Description
'Were it not for the Navajo Code Talkers the Marines would never have taken Iwo Jima and other places' (Anonymous, Marine Corps signal officer). Ed Gilbert uses personal interviews with veterans to tell their fascinating story. Beginning with the first operational use of Native American languages in World War I, he explores how in World War II the US again came to employ this subtle, but powerful 'weapon.' Despite all efforts, the Japanese were never able to decode their messages and the Navajo code talkers contributed significantly to US victories in the Pacific. Approximately 400 Navajos served in this crucial role. Their legend of the 'code talker' has been celebrated by Hollywood in films, such as Windtalkers, and this book reveals the real-life story of their extraordinary involvement in World War II.
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN: 1780966342
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 140
Book Description
'Were it not for the Navajo Code Talkers the Marines would never have taken Iwo Jima and other places' (Anonymous, Marine Corps signal officer). Ed Gilbert uses personal interviews with veterans to tell their fascinating story. Beginning with the first operational use of Native American languages in World War I, he explores how in World War II the US again came to employ this subtle, but powerful 'weapon.' Despite all efforts, the Japanese were never able to decode their messages and the Navajo code talkers contributed significantly to US victories in the Pacific. Approximately 400 Navajos served in this crucial role. Their legend of the 'code talker' has been celebrated by Hollywood in films, such as Windtalkers, and this book reveals the real-life story of their extraordinary involvement in World War II.
Oscar the Osprey and His Diminutive Sister
Author: Edward Martin Polansky
Publisher: AuthorHouse
ISBN: 1665508345
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 75
Book Description
In the author’s third book about Oscar the Osprey, he tells the story about he and his sister, Oprah. The story is about Oscar becoming aware of the problems faced by his undersized sister, Oprah, which has caused her to be withdrawn and shy. Her peers call her Opie, a nickname that she feels is insulting, and she becomes distanced from the other Ospreys while facing alone dangers from wild animals, the weather and surprising demands. The book is about the seeking of understanding and enduring experiences to overcome such life barriers.
Publisher: AuthorHouse
ISBN: 1665508345
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 75
Book Description
In the author’s third book about Oscar the Osprey, he tells the story about he and his sister, Oprah. The story is about Oscar becoming aware of the problems faced by his undersized sister, Oprah, which has caused her to be withdrawn and shy. Her peers call her Opie, a nickname that she feels is insulting, and she becomes distanced from the other Ospreys while facing alone dangers from wild animals, the weather and surprising demands. The book is about the seeking of understanding and enduring experiences to overcome such life barriers.
On the Blue Comet
Author: Rosemary Wells
Publisher: Candlewick Press
ISBN: 076363722X
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 336
Book Description
Losing his family home and beloved model train set during the Great Depression, 11-year-old Oscar is forced to move in with difficult relatives before meeting an enigmatic drifter and witnessing an incredible crime that prompts his cross-country, celebrity-marked train journey. By the award-winning creator of the Max and Ruby series. 50,000 first printing.
Publisher: Candlewick Press
ISBN: 076363722X
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 336
Book Description
Losing his family home and beloved model train set during the Great Depression, 11-year-old Oscar is forced to move in with difficult relatives before meeting an enigmatic drifter and witnessing an incredible crime that prompts his cross-country, celebrity-marked train journey. By the award-winning creator of the Max and Ruby series. 50,000 first printing.