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A Picture Book of Davy Crockett (Picture Book Biography) 3 reviews
David A. Adler
Holiday House, 1998
An introduction to the legendary life of David Crockett
In the recent theatrical film "The Alamo" we were told that Davy Crockett preferred to be called "David." One of the elements of that particular movie version of the battle is how in the end the real David Crockett has to die as the legendary and bigger than life Davy. While the title of David A. Adler's juvenile biography of Crockett is entitled "A Picture Book of Davy Crockett," Adler calls ...
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A Picture Book of Christopher Columbus (Picture Book Biography) 3 reviews
David A. Adler, John C. Wallner
Holiday House, 1992
A good beginning but Adler leaves out important details.
With great illustrations, Adler gives us the bare facts of Columbus' life, however, he leaves out the passion of the man that children can really appreciate. Furthermore, Adler "forgets" that 1 reason Columbus sailed was to find new lands but another reason was to win converts to Christ. This & other historical information is lacking in his book. I was left with more questions than answers ...
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A Picture Book of Benjamin Franklin (Picture Book Biography)6 reviews
David Adler, John Wallner, ...
Holiday House, 1991
EXTREMELY VALUABLE AS A SUPPLEMENTAL LEARNING TOOL.
I like to use this wonderful little book as a supplemental when teaching early American History to the young ones. No book can cover it all and there are plenty out there that cover Revolutionary America during this era. After the children get an overall view of what is happening (other books and lecture), it is rather nice to have this little book, and others like it, to show that these great ...
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A Picture Book of Paul Revere (Picture Book Biography) 2 reviews
David A. Adler
Holiday House, 1997
Kid Friendly History - a review of "A Picture Book of Paul Revere"
This is a very nice book about Paul Revere that's appropriate for elementary aged children. Besides covering the war for our nation's independence, one of the nice things that it accomplishes is a more human depiction of Paul. It talks about his two marriages and the 16 children that resulted. It also emphasizes that Paul was constantly working to learn new crafts and skills in order to ...
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A Picture Book of Thomas Jefferson (Picture Book Biography) 2 reviews
David A. Adler
Holiday House, 1991
Kid friendly biography
Adler does a superb job in the "A Picture book of..." series. The book has lots of biographical information but presented in such a manner that young students will not be bored. Great illustrations on each page give little ones lots to look at while listening. The book concludes with a timeline of important dates. Good resource material for grades K-3 as an initial introduction to key people in ...
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A Picture Book of Abraham Lincoln (Picture Book Biography) 5 reviews
David A. Adler, John Wallner, ...
Holiday House, 1990
Great beginner biography
Perfect biography for first through fourth graders. Adorablecartoon pictures and packed with information.
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A Picture Book of Louis Braille (Picture Book Biography)2 reviews
David A. Adler
Holiday House, 1998
provides a respectable understanding for visual impairment
This illustrated children's book gives children an idea of how Braille was first invented. A story of Louis Braille is told, and it shows his triumphs. The book itself doesn't use braille, but a sample alphabet is given in the back to show children who have no experience with it what it's like. For educators, this book would be an asset to the elementary classroom because young children ...
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Betsy Ross7 reviews
Holiday House, 1998
Good book for classroom lesson
This is a kid-friendly book for introducing the life and contributions of Betsy Ross. It is written as an easy-to-understand story, and the illustrations and interesting facts really grab children's attention. I would highly recommend this book for any grade level.
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A Picture Book of George Washington (Picture Book Biography)5 reviews
David A. Adler, John Wallner, ...
Holiday House, 1990
Great beginner biography
The entire "A picture book of..." biography series byDavid Adler is outstanding. Perfect for lower elementary studentsdoing their first real report. Makes a great read-aloud for non-readers as they are easily completed in one sitting. The cute cartoon-like pictures are kid friendly. But most importantly, they are loaded with information including a timeline of important events.
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A Picture Book of Helen Keller (Picture Book Biography)6 reviews
David A. Adler, John Wallner
Holiday House, 1992
A Picture Book of Helen Keller
I think this book is TERRIFIC! It told the story very, very well. I loved reading it to my 7-year-old daughter. When we were through, she exclaimed, "Read it again!" I highly recommend it!
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A Christmas Tree in the White House2 reviews
Gary Hines
Henry Holt and Co. (BYR), 2001
Good job of "personalizing" a White House Christmas
This book was excellent for 4-8 year olds to personalize Christmas at their house and at the first family's house. It also introduced a real life president and how carrying out his duties affected his home life. My son saw this as his first 'history lesson' of sorts. As an extra bonus it just so happens that one of President Roosevelt's sons was named Quentin. My son will remember this fact ...
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Strawberry Shortcake and the Winter That Would Not End (09115)1 review
Alexandra Wallner, Mercedes Llimona
Random House, 1982
Heart Warming Book
My 7 year old princess and I just read this book. It really kept us wondering what would happen next. Great collector item as well. We enjoyed it!
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A Picture Book of Thomas Alva Edison (Picture Book Biography)3 reviews
David A. Adler
Holiday House, 1999
Well-focused, well-balanced and entertaining
I bought this book for my 5-year-old nephew, and already I can hear him laughing at the illustrations of Edison sitting on goose eggs in his father's barn, causing a chemical fire in a baggage car, and courting teacherly reprisals for his apprarent boredom in a conventional classroom. These all-too-human mishaps from the great inventor's life mix well and bring interest to the charmingly ...
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Abigail Adams1 review
Holiday House, 2005
Abigail Adams
I am overjoyed with the book and the quality of the service rendered.
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A Picture Book of Florence Nightingale (Picture Book Biography)1 review
David A. Adler
Holiday House, 1997
Great Introductory Biography series
This book is perfect for K-3 students who just can't wade through those lenghty chapter books. It is abundantly illustrated with adorable pictures to keep little eyes busy while you are reading to them. Florence Nightingale was a young lady who graciously served as a nurse to wounded soldiers and instituted many improvements in the field of nursing. Other titles in the series include, Edison, ...
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A Picture Book of Patrick Henry (Picture Book Biography)
David A. Adler
Holiday House, 2001
Follows the life of Patrick Henry from his early successes as a lawyer in pre-Revolutionary Virginia, his speaking out against the British taxation of the colonies, and his famous words, "Give me liberty or give me death."
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Sergio and the Hurricane
Alexandra Wallner
Henry Holt and Co. BYR Paperbacks, 2006
In Puerto Rico, a little boy and his village experience the drama and destruction of a hurricane Sergio lives in San Juan, Puerto Rico. San Juan is usually sunny and peaceful, but one day the sky grows dark and the ocean gets choppy. A hurricane is coming, and Sergio and his family must prepare for the storm. Through the experiences of one little boy, readers will learn about hurricanes and the damage they can do.
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An Alcott Family Christmas
Alexandra Wallner, 1996
Christmas is coming and Louisa May and her family are very excited. The Alcotts are poor and Louisa and her sisters can't buy Marmee and Pa presents. But Louisa, who plans to be a famous writer someday, has written a play that the girls will perform. Afterward the biggest treat of all will be their Christmas dinner, the first big meal they've had in a long time. But when a poor neighbor comes calling for their help, the Alcotts do what they must ...
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Thanksgiving in the White House
Gary Hines
Henry Holt and Co. (BYR), 2003
Hardcover: 32 pages ; Dimensions (in inches): 8.00 x 0.25 x 10.25 Publisher: Henry Holt and Co. (BYR); 1st edition (September 1, 2003) ISBN: 080506530X Ages 4-8 President Abraham Lincoln's youngest son, Tad, is very fond of Jack the turkey. He has tamed him and taught him tricks, and the bird follows him all around the White House yard. But Jack was meant to be the main dish of the first official Thanksgiving celebration. Tad doesn't want his ...
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