Frustrated by life under seige in Washington's army, 19-year-old Will Knox, and his brother, Colonel Henry Knox, undertake the task of moving 183 cannons from Fort Ticonderoga to Boston, in the dead of winter. Part of the Great Episodes series.

Reviewed by: sc

Date read: 4/13/2009

ISBN-10: 0152164359

ISBN-13: 9780152164355

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The book 'H.A. Rey' by Julie Berg gives you a comprehensive look at the life and career of Hans Augusto Rey, creator of the Curious George Series. Hans was born in Hamburg, Germany in 1898, but after he married, he and his wife moved to Paris. It was in France that H.A. and his wife collaborated to write children's books. In 1940, the Reys were forced to flee France and travel to America where they became U.S citizens. In 1941, the world was introduced to George the monkey with the book 'Curious George'. Curious George was an instant success. Everyone fell in love with the mischievous monkey. Although H.A. Rey and his wife are most well known for creating the 'Curious George' series, they have authored a host of other children's books. Even today 'Curious George' books are a favorite amoung readers of all ages.

Similar authors: Jill Wheeler; Joan Wallner; Julie Berg

Similar books: Dr. Seuss by Jill Wheeler; A.A. Milne by Jill Wheeler; Bill Peet by Jill Wheeler; Gertrude Chandler Warner by Joan Wallner; The Berenstains by Julie Berg; Tomie de Paola by Maurice Sendak

Reviewed by: mb

Date read: 8/4/2010

ISBN-10: 156239357X

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'The Hallelujah Flight' by Phil Bildner is an exciting picture book telling about the heroic transcontinental flight of the African-American pilot, James Banning. Overcoming many obstacles; a beat-up 0XX6 Eagle Rock plane, a severe shortage of supplies, and racial prejudice, James Banning and his copilot Thomas Allen, captured the hearts of the American people when they flew over New York Harbor on October 9, 1932 completing their historic flight. Called the 'Flying Hoboes' because of their plane's condition and their shortage of supplies, James and Thomas became an inspiration to many Americans that all things are possible.

Similar authors: Reeve Lindberg; Wanda Langley; James Haskins:

Similar books: Black Eagles: African Americans in aviation by James Haskins; Flying Free: America's first black aviators by Philip Hart; Women of the Wind; early women aviators by Wanda Langley; Nobody Owns The Sky:the story of 'brave Bessie' Coleman by Reeve Lindberg

Reviewed by: mb

Date read: 7/21/2010

ISBN-10: 0399247890

ISBN-13: 9780399247897

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At a Holocaust education center in Japan, the director creates a display of personal items from Holocaust victims. A suitcase with the name Hana Brady written on it grabs the attention of the director and children who see the display. Who was Hana Brady and what happened to her? The director follows many clues to answer these questions. The book is written in chapters that alternate between Hana's story and the search for answers to the mystery that begins with only a suitcase and a name. Though overall the story is sad, there is a surprisingly positive ending.

Reviewed by: msp

Date read: 4/14/2011

ISBN-10: 9780807531471

ISBN-13: 9780807531471

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In Fairfield, Connecticut of 1779, Hannah and her family try to maintain a sense of normalcy as the Revolutionary War rages around them, threatening to destroy their way of life. Part of the Pioneer Daughters series.

Reviewed by: sc

Date read: 4/13/2009

ISBN-10: 075694127X

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