Sprouting Wings
Sprouting Wings

Author: Louisa Jaggar

Publisher: Crown Books for Young Readers

Published: 2021-01-05

Total Pages: 48

ISBN-13: 1984847643

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The inspirational and true story of James Herman Banning, the first African American pilot to fly across the country, comes to life in this picture book biography perfect for fans of Hidden Figures and Little Leaders. Includes art from a Coretta Scott King award-winning illustrator. James Herman Banning always dreamed of touching the sky. But how could a farm boy from Oklahoma find a plane? And how would he learn to fly it? None of the other pilots looked like him. In a journey that would span 3,300 miles, take twenty-one days, and inspire a nation, James Herman Banning proved that you can't put barriers on dreams. Louisa Jaggar incorporates over seven years of research, including Banning's own writings and an interview with the aviator's great-nephew. She teams up with cowriter Shari Becker and award-winning illustrator Floyd Cooper to capture Banning's historic flight across the United States. "A pathos-filled picture book that celebrates the life of a figure in American history who hasn't been featured often." -School Library Journal, Starred Review "A story well worth sharing." -Kirkus Reviews

Sprouting Wings
Sprouting Wings

Author: Henry Faulkner

Publisher: Hillcrest Publishing Group

Published: 2014-12-16

Total Pages: 439

ISBN-13: 1935204602

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Filled with the sights and sounds of the pre-World War II era, Sprouting Wings (the first novel in the Alan Ericsson series) pulls readers into the tensions of the daily life of our military men and women. From working with new equipment to working with the US Navys diverse populationand strong egosfew punches are pulled as Alan finds himself riding the forefront of technology.

Sprouting Wings
Sprouting Wings

Author: Louisa Jaggar

Publisher: Crown Books for Young Readers

Published: 2021-01-05

Total Pages: 49

ISBN-13: 1984847627

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The inspirational and true story of James Herman Banning, the first African American pilot to fly across the country, comes to life in this picture book biography perfect for fans of Hidden Figures and Little Leaders. Includes art from a Coretta Scott King award-winning illustrator. James Herman Banning always dreamed of touching the sky. But how could a farm boy from Oklahoma find a plane? And how would he learn to fly it? None of the other pilots looked like him. Despite the challenges and prejudices that stood in his way, James knew he belonged above the clouds. In a journey that would span 3,300 miles, take twenty-one days, and inspire a nation, James Herman Banning proved that you can't put barriers on dreams. Louisa Jaggar incorporates over seven years of research, including Banning's own writings and an interview with the aviator's great-nephew. She teams up with cowriter Shari Becker and award-winning illustrator Floyd Cooper to capture Banning's historic flight across the United States. "A pathos-filled picture book that celebrates the life of a figure in American history who hasn't been featured often." -School Library Journal, Starred Review

Wings
Wings

Author: E. D. Baker

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA

Published: 2009-09-01

Total Pages: 337

ISBN-13: 1599903806

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When Tamisin discovers that she is half fairy, she decides to find out more answers directly from the fairies themselves, including her birth mother, the fairy queen. Reprint.

Korgi Book 1: Sprouting Wings!
Korgi Book 1: Sprouting Wings!

Author: Christian Slade

Publisher: Top Shelf Productions

Published: 2007

Total Pages: 89

ISBN-13: 1603091084

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"If there was ever a true 'all-ages' book, this is it. Korgi hits every note perfectly, and can hook readers all across the spectrum with its tantalizing suspense and action.... The art is spectacular." -- Library Journal's Good Comics for Kids Top Shelf is proud to announce the release of an all new, all-ages series of graphic novels, entitled Korgi. Christian Slade, a former Disney animator and currently full-time freelance illustrator, has brought to Top Shelf a gorgeously illustrated woodland fantasy about a young girl Ivy, her dog Sprout, and their amazing adventures in Korgi Hollow. In this first volume in the series, Ivy and Sprout discover some interesting things about themselves as they stray from their village and face danger for the first time. Perfect for fans of J.R.R. Tolkien's The Hobbit, Jeff Smith's Bone, or Andy Runton's Owly, Korgi is a charming all-ages epic that is sure to capture your heart.

Wings, Worms, and Wonder
Wings, Worms, and Wonder

Author: Kelly Johnson

Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform

Published: 2017-02-02

Total Pages: 184

ISBN-13: 9781539931829

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So you have a garden, but now what do you do with it? Peppered with anecdotes and friendly advice, while based in research and experience, Wings, Worms, and Wonder answers this question. Above and beyond gardening guidance on topics such as composting and organic pest control, it gives adults the tools to reconnect themselves and the children in their lives to the natural world through holistic gardening experiences. It will ignite your confidence to create outdoor learning experiences that nurture both wonder and ecological literacy. Overflowing with tips for successfully gardening with children in school and community settings, as well as including 36 child tested lesson plans, you'll find everything you need to seamlessly integrate gardening into both elementary curricula and daily life. Rooted in scientific and arts based Nature-Study and progressive education models, this guide is invaluable for anyone wanting to grow a thriving children's gardening program. This book will inspire and equip you to sprout a happier, healthier generation of children! -- taken from back cover.

Rapture
Rapture

Author: David Sosnowski

Publisher: Bantam

Published: 1997

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780553378962

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A brilliant first novel by an award-winning short-story writer. A virus is sralking America, but instead of killing the sufferers, it makes them sprout wings. Thus, a new race is born--as is a new form of racism--Angelism. Written with a truly original and engaging style of magical realism, Rapture is a stunning and original debut. "From the Hardcover edition.

I'm Growing Great
I'm Growing Great

Author: Mechal Renee Roe

Publisher: Doubleday Books for Young Readers

Published: 2024-01-02

Total Pages: 27

ISBN-13: 059348715X

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Confident, empowered girls are celebrated in this follow-up to Happy Hair, a flower-filled, nature-loving, read-together picture book that encourages growth and positivity, Lovely and wise, shine at sunrise! I am growing each day! Beautiful Black and Brown girls with gorgeous natural hairstyles full of flowers, butterflies, and other garden treasures are the stars of this vibrant, rhythmic picture book from the author/illustrator of Happy Hair and Cool Cuts. Set in a backdrop of nature's glorious color and bounty, it's the perfect springtime read-aloud to promote confidence and self-esteem for girls of all ages. Look for all the books in the Happy Hair series: • Happy Hair • Cool Cuts • Smart Sisters • I Love Being Me! (Step Into Reading) • I Am Born to Be Awesome! (Step Into Reading)

Illusions
Illusions

Author: Aprilynne Pike

Publisher: Harper Collins

Published: 2011-05-03

Total Pages: 330

ISBN-13: 0062077090

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"I don't do patrols, I don't go hunting, I just stick close to you. You live your life. I'll keep you safe," Tamani said, sweeping a lock of hair from her face. "Or die trying." Laurel hasn't seen Tamani since she begged him to let her go last year. Though her heart still aches, Laurel is confident that David was the right choice. But just as life returns to normal, Laurel realizes that a hidden enemy lies in wait. Once again, Laurel must turn to Tamani to protect and guide her, for the danger that now threatens Avalon is one that no faerie thought would ever be possible. And for the first time, Laurel cannot be sure that her side will prevail.

All of Us with Wings
All of Us with Wings

Author: Michelle Ruiz Keil

Publisher: Soho Press

Published: 2019-06-18

Total Pages: 361

ISBN-13: 1641290358

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This young adult fantasy debut about love, found family, and healing is “a fantastical ode to the Golden City’s postpunk era,” told through the eyes of a Mexican-American girl (Entertainment Weekly). “Complex and beautiful, blending folklore, San Franciscan history, the music scene, vampires, magic . . . hard to put down.” —School Library Journal Seventeen-year-old Xochi is alone in San Francisco, running from her painful past: the mother who abandoned her, the man who betrayed her. Then one day, she meets Pallas, a precocious twelve-year-old who lives with her rockstar family in one of the city’s storybook Victorians. Xochi accepts a position as Pallas’s live-in governess and quickly finds her place in the girl’s tight-knit household, which operates on a free-love philosophy and easy warmth despite the band’s growing fame. But on the night of the Vernal Equinox, as a concert afterparty rages in the house below, Xochi and Pallas perform a riot-grrrl ritual in good fun, accidentally summoning a pair of ancient beings bound to avenge the wrongs of Xochi’s past. She would do anything to preserve her new life, but with the creatures determined to exact vengeance on those who’ve hurt her, no one is safe—not the family Xochi’s chosen, nor the one she left behind.