Nancy Carpenter
Author
Language
English
Formats
Description
This rollicking and fascinating picture book biography chronicles the life of the first pioneer of children's books-John Newbery himself. While most children's books in the 18th century contained lessons and rules, John Newbery imagined them overflowing with entertaining stories, science, and games. He believed that every book should be made for the reader's enjoyment. Newbery-for whom the prestigious Newbery Medal is named-became a celebrated author...
Author
Publisher
Dial Books for Young Readers
Pub. Date
c2015
Language
English
Description
In April, 1796, young Charlotte Stuart writes a series of letters to George Washington, whose portrait is being painted by her father, reporting on her efforts and those of her brothers to follow the rules of good behavior in the book Mr. Washington gave them. Includes historical notes.
4) Baby Radar
Author
Publisher
Greenwillow Books
Pub. Date
2003
Language
English
Description
When her mother takes her out in her stroller, a toddler encounters a variety of things, people, and animals.
Author
Publisher
Dial Books for Young Readers
Pub. Date
c2011
Language
English
Description
Christmas is two days away, but Frances and her little brother Peter, who recently moved with their father to a lighthouse on an isolated island, fear that they will have no treats, no music, and no visit from Santa. Includes facts about the Flying Santa Service.
Author
Publisher
Viking
Pub. Date
c2012
Language
English
Description
When the huge steamship on which they are traveling runs aground off the New Jersey coast in 1882, two boys and their families are among the passengers dramatically rescued by members of the U.S. Life Saving Service. Includes notes about the event on which the story is based.
11) My Uncle Emily
Author
Publisher
Philomel Books
Pub. Date
c2009
Language
English
Description
In 1881 Amherst, Massachusetts, six-year-old Gilbert finds it both challenging and wonderful to spend time with his aunt, the reclusive poet Emily Dickinson, who lives next door.
14) Sitti's secrets
Author
Publisher
Maxwell Macmillan International
Pub. Date
c1994
Language
English
Description
A young girl describes a visit to see her grandmother in a Palestinian village on the West Bank.