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Nothing Could Stop Her: The Courageous Life of Ruth Gruber
Par Rona Arato, Isabel Muñoz. 2023
Ruth Gruber didn't want to live an ordinary life, and she wouldn't take "no" for an answer. Born to a…
Jewish American family in 1911, she grew up to become a renowned journalist and activist. Her career spanned seven decades and led her to places that other reporters wouldn't or couldn't go, from Nazi Germany to the remote Arctic regions of the Soviet Union. At a time when women were expected to stay at home and raise families, Ruth told the stories of people in need and fought for their rights to live in safety and freedom.Les super six du hockey : N° 4 - Les étoiles du match
Par Kevin Sylvester. 2022
See below for English description.Benny, Jenny, Karl, Stella, DJ et Mo sont transformés lors d’une expérience qui tourne mal, et…
ils deviennent « l’équipe la plus super que le monde ait jamais vue ».Heureusement, car ils doivent affronter des joueurs de hockey tardigrades à plusieurs appendices DANS L’ESPACE! Il se trouve que le dernier des Formatrons n’a pas été détruit lorsque les super six ont combattu le lapin géant et maléfique dans Méchant coup de lapin. Et maintenant, des Formatrons géants et très améliorés qui travaillent pour Richard, un astronaute reconverti en scientifique diabolique, menacent le monde avec un astéroïde qui pourrait tout détruire. Les super six pourront-ils utiliser leurs pouvoirs pour déjouer ces méchants engins? Découvrez-le dans ce quatrième livre de la série rempli d’action et d’humour.Meet six kids a lot like you. Except……Benny, Jenny, Karl, Starlight, DJ and Mo got zapped in an evil plot gone wrong — and became the super-est team the world has ever seen. Lucky thing, because they have to face off against enormous, multi-appendaged, hockey-playing tardigrades IN SPACE! Turns out the last of the Sizematrons was not destroyed in the Six-versus-evil-bunny saga of Hat Tricked. And now very enhanced giant tardigrades working for astronaut-turned-evil-scientist Richard threaten the world with an asteroid that would end it all. Can the Super Six use their hockey superpowers to thwart the baddies? Find out in this fourth action-packed, laugh-a-minute book in the Les super six du hockey series.Original title: Hockey Super Six #4: Shooting StarsThe Life of Jesus (DK Bibles and Bible Guides)
Par Sally Grindley. 2022
Discover the events in the life of Jesus, and how his message reached so many people.Discover facts and stories about…
Jesus of Nazareth, son of God, from his birth in the Bethlehem stable to his crucifixion, death, and miraculous resurrection. What was he like as a boy, how did he start to preach, and what are the meanings of his parables, such as the Good Samaritan? How did he feed five thousand and calm storms? All major events of his life are told in 26 stories, revealing how Jesus&’s message reached many people through his teaching, healing, forgiveness, and miracles. Using the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John as reference, this is a child-friendly introduction to the message of the Bible&’s New Testament.Engaging illustrations accompany each story, making it perfect for children to read and look at by themselves, or for reading aloud or together with parents or grandparents.DK Life Stories: Gandhi (DK Life Stories)
Par Diane Bailey. 2019
In this kids' biography, discover the inspiring life story of Mohandas Gandhi, whose teachings of compassion and non-violence helped to…
win his country's freedom.Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi was born at a time when his home country was choked under the oppression of British rule. Many thought that violence was the only way to fight back, but Gandhi disagreed. Instead, he successfully used his teachings of non-violence and civil disobedience to win his country's freedom, and to promote his philosophy of peace and equality. In this biography for kids ages 8-12, see how Gandhi--called Mahatma, or "great soul," by his many followers--changed the world through his words and deeds, which still resonate worldwide today. DK Life Stories go beyond the basic facts to tell the true life stories of history's most interesting people. Full-color photographs and hand-drawn illustrations complement thoughtfully written, age-appropriate text to create an engaging book children will enjoy reading. Definition boxes, information sidebars, fun facts, maps, inspiring quotes, and other nonfiction text features add depth, and a handy reference section at the back makes this series perfect for school reports and projects. Each book also includes an author's introduction letter, a glossary, and an index.The Longest Shot: How Larry Kwong Changed the Face of Hockey (Orca Biography #2)
Par Chad Soon, George Chiang. 2024
Larry Kwong became the first player of Asian descent in the NHL when he played one shift with the New…
York Rangers in 1948. Even though Larry's achievement happened more than 70 years ago, his contribution to hockey is only now being recognized. He broke hockey's color barrier and fought racism and discrimination at every step of his career. From his humble beginnings on the outdoor rinks in Vernon, British Columbia's Chinatown all the way to playing at Madison Square Garden and in the NHL, this inspiring hero has a timeless story for young readers.The Stanley Cup (Sports Championships)
Par Shane Frederick. 2020
A left winger lines up a perfectly timed slap shot. The puck buzzes past the goalie's glove, and the home…
crowd roars. This is the Stanley Cup Finals, and ice hockey's top prize is on the line. The long history of the Cup is full of amazing stories and legendary stars. Readers will discover it all in this book.