Author: Carolyn Rush Publisher: Trafford Publishing ISBN: 1426987056 Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 144
Book Description
Waking up on a scorching deserted beach, fourteen-year-old Mimi Reagan fears she didnt survive the lightning storm that sent her tearing through her familys cornfields in Iowa. Lying in the bleach-white sand, she discovers that wherever she is, she isnt there alone. Ethan, Jess, and Jake, the only other inhabitants of this island, are also imprisoned. Strangers to each other, Mimi and Ethan realize they can hear each others thoughts. They know everything about one another. Jess and Jake experience the same phenomenon. And while Ethan and Mimi feel an immediate intimacy at their mystical knowledge, this vulnerability has driven Jess and Jake to mutual disgust. The island holds a power too great for these four captives to fully comprehend. Ripping, inverted cyclones torture the waterline. Bloodthirsty sea-beasts stalk the shores. Even the sun and moon disobey the common laws of nature. As the four teens struggle to find a way home, they realize this island has a distinct plan for each of them. They each must face their worst fear. The island creates the perfect adversarycomposed of all their insecurities, armed with the knowledge of their weaknesses, and poised for a death strike. The choice becomes clear: overcome or perish.
Author: Robin Madson Publisher: AuthorHouse ISBN: 1449057225 Category : Family & Relationships Languages : en Pages : 34
Book Description
The GrandFather Tree' invites the reader into a simple walk in the woods, revealing surprising and delightful insights into the relationships between family and nature. By comparing the characteristics of the mighty Cottonwood tree to the child's Grandfather, lessons from nature become very tangible. Enjoy sharing these nature lessons with someone you love; and your appreciation for nature and family will flourish.
Author: Mike Donahue Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield ISBN: 1461745403 Category : Juvenile Fiction Languages : en Pages : 27
Book Description
The elementary tale of the life cycle of a tree, from its beginnings as a sapling to its demise on the forest floor, where it decomposes and becomes "a home for rabbits, and food for flowers", is also a life lesson for people. In this enhanced version, enjoy read-along, some fun animations, and a coloring page!
Author: Marlene Hitt Publisher: Dorrance Publishing ISBN: 1638674442 Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 34
Book Description
The Discontent of Brother Turnip and Grandfather Tree By: Marlene Hitt The Discontent of Brother Turnip and Grandfather Tree tests the idea that, if we could, we would want to be something else: an eagle, a porpoise, a comet? Who knows? What would happen if we changed places as Grandfather Tree and Brother Turnip do? Grandparents will like this story. It is for them too.
Author: Christina Oliver Publisher: ISBN: Category : Languages : en Pages : 36
Book Description
There is a Legend...On Arbor Day a tree was planted, but didn't take root until years later. Years later it told a story of family, redemption, and God's plan of salvation for all of us.This is a second edition with re-imagined artwork and a new forward.
Author: Christina Oliver Publisher: ISBN: 9781076008237 Category : Languages : en Pages : 28
Book Description
There is a Legend...On Arbor Day a tree was planted, but didn't take root until years later. Years later it told a story of family, redemption, and God's plan of salvation for all of us.
Author: Zenaida Féraud-Pfisterer Publisher: ISBN: 9783033089709 Category : Languages : en Pages : 30
Book Description
Girl walks home from school, through a neglected wood. Her encounter with an ancient tree includes, blossoming flowers, sweet apples, buzzing wildlife and autumn foliage! While her friends run right past the Grandfather Tree, Girl stops to take notice. Grandfather Tree tells the story of an ancient tree with secrets and a young girl who is willing to take time to learn them.
Author: Allennita Cooks Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform ISBN: 9781540435842 Category : Languages : en Pages : 32
Book Description
A little boy's walk through the forest begins his journey of understanding. As he gets to know the trees, and one special tree, he questions how the tree thinks and feels; grows and lives; and how the two of them are different yet alike. **** "Creatively comparing Gramps to the Grandfather Tree, Allennita adds her own illustrations to complete this lovely poem. See the wonderment of life through the eyes of a little boy. This will make all ages smile!" -Charlene Anne Meeker, Author/Illustrator "This is a heartwarming story showing a child's curiosity and imagination. His admiration for the tree sparks wonder in how they are similar. It is a book a parent, grandparent or teacher will want to read over and over." -Lorraine M. Harris, Author
Author: Sook Nyul Choi Publisher: HarperCollins ISBN: 0547348746 Category : Young Adult Nonfiction Languages : en Pages : 181
Book Description
This autobiographical story tells of ten-year-old Sookan and her family's suffering and humiliation in Korea, first under Japanese rule and after the Russians invade, and of a harrowing escape to South Korea.
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