Adventure & Adventurers - Kids

Former NFL player, speaker, and champion for youth, Steve Fitzhugh, shares life lessons from his childhood in this colorful and humorous collection of adventures. The Adventures of Lil' Stevie, Book 1: Canines, Campouts, and Cousins is the first in a series of books where...

In 1871, pirates roam the South Seas, mystics hide in shape-shifting caves, and the crew members of the Libert are very, very far from home. Almost 150 years far, to be slightly more precise, and their only hope of returning to their own time...

Born as a mountain brook, the Hudson River courses through dangerous rapids and waterfalls in a dramatic plunge of 4,000 feet. Then, remarkably, the river slows and widens, becoming over the next 154 miles a massive arm of the sea, with saltwater and powerful...

"Boat Kid" is the engaging memoir of what it's like to grow up aboard a sailboat. Throughout the 1980s and 90s, Melanie's family lived aboard a 47-foot sailboat, spending their summers along the US East Coast and their winters in the Bahamas. Melanie and...

From the beginning one puppy was different from the rest. He was big and black, his brother and sisters small and gray. While the others lay quietly snuggled against their mother, this puppy squirmed and wiggled constantly. So begins the inspiring true story of...

This firsthand account of a three-week sea kayaking journey, seen through the eyes of young travelers, introduces readers to one of Alaska's most popular and awe-inspiring marine parks.Author: Kimberly CorralISBN-10: 0882405039ISBN-13: 9780882405032Publisher: Alaska Northwest BooksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 04/01/1998Pages: 32Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.85lbsSize: 8.60h x 10.30w x...

The Tortoise and the Hairpiece is the story of a lonely young tortoise named Jake who is embarrassed by his bald head. Even though other animals invite him to play, he keeps to himself, positive that nobody will really want to be his friend...

Surfing is an exotic sport that fascinates and excites us. Surfers are daring athletes who challenge the mighty waves of oceans. Find out what makes a person wake up at dawn to take thrilling rides on these enormous waves! In Extreme Surfing, kids will...

Calling all castaways You've probably pretended to be an explorer alone on a desert island in the middle of the ocean. It's a fantastic adventure But if you were shipwrecked and washed ashore, do you think you'd be able to survive? If you've read...

Imagine being lost near the North or South poles. All around you is nothing but snow and ice as far as you can see. What would you do? Discover the true tales of daring people who survived through bitter cold, deadly storms, and other...

Imagine being lost near the North or South poles. All around you is nothing but snow and ice as far as you can see. What would you do? Discover the true tales of daring people who survived through bitter cold, deadly storms, and other...

A raging wildfire burns thousands of homes. A violent earthquake creates a giant tsunami that destroys countless lives. A giant tornado wipes a small town off the map. Discover the true stories of people who survived these terrible disasters and lived to tell the...

Whether it's being lost in a cave or caught in a collapsed mine, being trapped underground can be terrifying. You may be cold, wet, hungry, and stuck in absolute darkness. Even worse is not knowing if anyone will ever find you. Find out how...

Bitter cold. Extreme heat. Dangerous terrain. Sudden storms. When you're in the wild, you're at the whim of nature, and anything can happen. Could you survive a wilderness disaster? Discover the true tales of people who did, and find out how they lived to...

Being lost is scary. Being lost in space is terrifying. These true tales of surviving a disaster in space follow real astronauts through harrowing ordeals in which they relied on their training, instincts, and courage to survive.Author: Elizabeth RaumISBN-10: 0756562333ISBN-13: 9780756562335Publisher: Compass Point BooksLanguage:...

Wild animals are beautiful creatures, but they can turn dangerous in a heartbeat. Follow along as survivors use their wit, strength, and sheer will to battle these deadly beasts.Author: Nancy DickmannISBN-10: 0756561841ISBN-13: 9780756561840Publisher: Compass Point BooksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/01/2019Pages: 64Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.60lbsSize: 9.10h x 6.10w...

"We moved over the harbor and out to sea, all of us screaming and squealing and barking and honking and screeching." What happens when Uncle Ezra leaves his niece and nephew in charge of his one-of-a-kind hot air balloon while he's on bathroom break?...

Are you curious about foreign countries and would like to get a closer look into different cultures?Would you love to have a personal, local travel guide give you a tour created for your age group?Are you ready to visit fun and unusual places not...

Are you curious about foreign countries and would like to get a closer look into different cultures?Would you love to have a personal, local travel guide give you a tour created for your age group?Are you ready to visit fun and unusual places not...

Do you want to give your son or daughter a head start in success with achieving their own dreams? Do you need someone to help them see what is possible if they will go to work and stay away from trouble? This is your...

This moving account of James Towne's difficult early years is told from the viewpoint of one of its settlers and enhanced by original quotations. During the first summer of 1607, half the James Towne colony died; food was scarce, and the settlers battled oppressive...

Guided by tween ghostorian Virgil, readers will discover fascinating facts about calamitous events throughout history as they explore castles, palaces, and dungeons and those infamous figures associated with each. For instance, did you know that many castles were made out of wood painted to...

Little giants of paradise is an epic poem showcasing Jaime Bedoya Mart nez talent for creating fantastical storylines premised on the mundane, the visceral; that is, the natural world of insects, and the surprisingly sophisticated social rituals and hierarchies which dominate their existence. His...

This is a unlined notebook. Simple and elegant. 110 pages, (6x9) inches in size. Original gift for someone who is a scout or a troop leader. You can customize according to your personal or scout troop planning needs. Perfect for Girl Scout Brownie Troop...

No matter how old he or she is, it is perfect Graduation gifts for Her and Him. Wish this bucket list book can bring him or her to the place they dream of.How about your life story so far? Do you have 100 or...

Meet Bakary, a curious and adventurous African boy that loves animals The Bakary On Safari series follows 8 year-old Bakary and his animal friends on exciting adventures as they learn and play in the wild Serengeti in Tanzania Author: FyenISBN-10: 0999330748ISBN-13: 9780999330746Publisher: Fye NetworkLanguage:...

A Shark! Named Jamison is a true story about the adventure and rescue of a juvenile great white shark on the coast of Cape Cod during the summer of 2015. A surprise landing for Jamison caused a surprise for the beach goers and an...

'His Secret Power' is a bilingual story about a Polish dumpling, who tries his luck competing amongst famous gourmet cuisines in the International Dough Championship. He's intelligent, charismatic, full of humour and very determined to stand up for his heritage and his values.This innovative...

An early morning phone call sends the author on two searches: one for a missing twelve-year-old boy and the other for peace after the accidental drowning death of her own thirteen year old son. This personal story details the search methods used by a...

Ever been made fun of because you have different dreams than everyone else? Do you have more energy or learn differently than your classmates? It's okay to be different Different doesn't mean disability Don't let people discourage you because you are unique You are...

Was the City of Gold a real place? Treasure seekers and mystery readers alike will love this action-packed Totally True Adventure. Towers of gold Glittering streets Jewels, coins, and more Early Spanish explorers heard a story about El Dorado. It was a lost city...

This action-packed collection of drawings transports youngsters (and colorists of all ages) to the exciting era of maritime marauders. Among the 16 lively illustrations are menacing scenes of swashbuckling pirates with eye patches, pistols, and swords; a ship's captain hovering over a chest of...

Search for the origins of fire with Mantis. Witness mighty Zeus as he employs a powerful thunderbolt to overthrow his tyrannical father in ancient Greece. Meet Amaterasu, the Japanese goddess of the sun who shut herself in a cave, leaving the whole world in...

Amelia Earhart--pioneer, adventurer, pilot As a child, Amelia Earhart wondered why there were no horoines in her favorite adventure stories. She resolved to change that when she grew up. And so she did, becoming one of the pioneers of aviation. Not only was Amelia...

In 1967 an unknown, elderly New Zealander and his ancient Indian motorcycle set a world land-speed record at Bonneville. The man was Burt Munro, and he became a Kiwi legend. How did he do it? His amazing true story is now a stunning picture...

This book was written to give animals a chance to live forever in the hearts of children everywhere with their fun tales and stories. It was created to help fund pet rescue and homeless children around the world. The majority of the proceeds will...

Who was this man who could walk through brick walls and, with a snap of his fingers, vanish elephants? In these pages you will meet the astonishing Houdini--magician, ghost chaser, daredevil, pioneer aviator, and king of escape artists. No jail cell or straitjacket could...

Come take a fantastic ride with L'il Scoot as he witnesses the magic of Christmas. Scoot gets to meet Santa, ride in his sleigh, visit the North Pole, and get a new start. Let's join Scoot on his adventure to find his new family...

HADDIE SUE AND THE BIG SNOWSTORM is the exciting true story of a young girl and her family facing a night stranded in a van on the edge of a mountain cliff in an Alaskan snowstorm With cold shivering lips, the entire family prays...

"The Nodders: What! You Don't Want to Nap?" a delightful and whimsical Award-Winning Children's Book that offers a creative twist to the concept of nap time. The combination of enchanting illustrations and playful rhymes engage toddlers to be captivated with their imagination thus asking...

The first in a new adventure series for early childhood readers that stimulates cognitive development through clever rhyming, Patrea J. Carrington's debut book will teach children the wonders that await them just outside their door-and that they can accomplish truly amazing things through patience...

14 short bible stories are told in a simple yet informative manner. Read the story of Adam and Eve, Cain and Able, The Flood on Earth, Moses and the Israelites, and the Laws of God. This book is part of the Short Bible Stories...

A series of tales about the fun adventures and challenging dilemmas of Junior Cloudious, a young thundercloud. In this first book, Junior and his friends learn how to deal with bullying, but not before finding themselves in grave danger.Author: Linda Gentry WayISBN-10: 194218140XISBN-13: 9781942181408Publisher:...

Created for children ages 4 to 8, this magnificent children's coloring book is jam-packed with gorgeous planets that have been turned into a fantastic assortment of coloring sheets. For a girl or boy who enjoys planets and coloring, this wonderful book is the ideal...

Join Jamal on a thrilling adventure through the vibrant streets of Harlem as he learns an important lesson about the true meaning of helping others. Armed with excitement and a newfound sense of independence, Jamal's day takes an unexpected turn when his eagerness to...

Crimson Forest is the home of the Piglins in the Nether. Nothing special or interesting ever happened there, until a few months ago when a human entered the biome for the first time.Calvin, a Piglin, made friends with Professor Armstrong and even became his...

We wrote this book as a song. Holding our baby up to the window, we showed her a tree - the first she would ever see."Tree. Trees are green. If you like to be green...you can be a tree."The rest of the book came...

Pirates features notorious buccaneers like Blackbeard, William Kidd, and Black Bart. Full-color illustrations and photographs taken at pirate festivals show pirate clothing, the parts of a ship, and what the pictures on flags and maps mean. Life and duties of the crew on a...

Marky Polo is a pangolin who comes from a famous line of travellers and explorers. His cousin Merry Polo is visiting Singapore for the first time. Merry wants a holiday packed with non-stop fun and merry-making. Can Merli and his friends help Marky to...

Our close relationship with plants goes back hundreds of thousands of years -- plants give us food, in addition to countless materials useful for building, decorating, curing illnesses and keeping us clothed and protected. Which plants have tasty, edible leaves? Why do some plants...