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Robert Bateman: The Boy Who Painted Nature

Margriet Ruurs (author) Robert Bateman (illustrator)

Publisher: Orca Book Publishers ISBN: 9781459819948

Celebrated artist Robert Bateman is renowned internationally for bringing the natural ?world to life on the canvas. A naturalist and painter from his youth, Robert has for decades used his recognition to shed light on environmental issues and advocate for animal welfare. Robert Bateman: The Boy Who Painted Nature is the story of how a young child achieved his dream of painting the world around him and became one of Canada's most famous artists. Using Robert's own personal photographs, sketches and artwork, author Margriet Ruurs weaves a simple story of inspiration and encouragement. A story to motivate all the budding artists and naturalists in your life, with proceeds benefiting The Bateman Foundation.

Abraham Lincoln

Janet Slike (author)

Publisher: Perfection Learning ISBN: 9781680645835

This informational text tells about the life and deeds of Abrahma Lincoln.

No Horses in the House!

Mireille Messier (author) Anna Bron (illustrator)

Publisher: Orca Book Publishers ISBN: 9781459833531

Rosa Bonheur loved to draw animals. She was good at it too! Unfortunately, in nineteenth-century France, girls were not allowed to be artists. But Rosa didn't let that stop her. In this fictionalized account of her early life in Paris, Rosa studies art at home, bringing a menagerie of animals into the apartment to study up close. When she is kicked out of the horse market for sneaking in wearing boys clothing, Rosa must think creatively to challenge the rules in pursuit of her dream of becoming a world-class realist painter and artist.

Woodrow Wilson

M. J. York (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503817937

Take a look inside the life and presidency of Woodrow Wilson. Learn all about how his passion for peace impacted the world during difficult times. This book includes engaging timelines, compelling photographs, a comprehensive phonetic glossary, an index, and sources for further reading that will pique readers' interest.

William Clinton

Darice Bailer (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503814240

Learn about the life of William Clinton and his contributions to the United States of America. Additional features to aid comprehension include fact-filled captions and callouts, detailed photographs, a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, a timeline, sources for further research, and an introduction to the author.

Thomas Jefferson

Xina M. Uhl (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503814233

Learn about the life of Thomas Jefferson and his contributions to the United States of America. Additional features to aid comprehension include fact-filled captions and callouts, detailed photographs, a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, a timeline, sources for further research, and an introduction to the author.

Theodore Roosevelt

Xina M. Uhl (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503814226

Learn about the life of Theodore Roosevelt and his contributions to the United States of America. Additional features to aid comprehension include fact-filled captions and callouts, detailed photographs, a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, a timeline, sources for further research, and an introduction to the author.

Ronald Reagan

Katy S. Duffield (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503814219

Learn about the life of Ronald Reagan and his contributions to the United States of America. Additional features to aid comprehension include fact-filled captions and callouts, detailed photographs, a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, a timeline, sources for further research, and an introduction to the author.

Lyndon B. Johnson

Diane Marczely Gimpel (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503814202

Learn about the life of Lyndon B. Johnson and his contributions to the United States of America. Additional features to aid comprehension include fact-filled captions and callouts, detailed photographs, a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, a timeline, sources for further research, and an introduction to the author.

John F. Kennedy

Katy S. Duffield (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503814196

Learn about the life of John F. Kennedy and his contributions to the United States of America. Additional features to aid comprehension include fact-filled captions and callouts, detailed photographs, a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, a timeline, sources for further research, and an introduction to the author.

James Monroe

Bonnie Hinman (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503817920

Take a look inside the life and presidency of James Monroe. Learn all about how his role as the last founding father of the United States influenced foreign policy and shaped the nation for years to come. This book includes engaging timelines, compelling photographs, a comprehensive phonetic glossary, an index, and sources for further reading that will pique readers' interest.

James Carter

Rebecca Rissman (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503817913

Take a look inside the life and presidency of Jimmy Carter. Learn all about how his passion for unity lead to a Nobel Peace Prize recognition and his honest character influenced national and global politics. This book includes engaging timelines, compelling photographs, a comprehensive phonetic glossary, an index, and sources for further reading that will pique readers' interest.

Harry S. Truman

Xina M. Uhl (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503814189

Learn about the life of Harry S. Truman and his contributions to the United States of America. Additional features to aid comprehension include fact-filled captions and callouts, detailed photographs, a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, a timeline, sources for further research, and an introduction to the author.

Grover Cleveland

Rebecca Rissman (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503817906

Take a look inside the life and presidency of Grover Cleveland. Learn all about how his firm stance on government spending and determined character impacted his presidency. This book includes engaging timelines, compelling photographs, a comprehensive phonetic glossary, an index, and sources for further reading that will pique readers' interest.

George W. Bush

L. S. Haskell (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503814165

Learn about the life of George W. Bush and his contributions to the United States of America. Additional features to aid comprehension include fact-filled captions and callouts, detailed photographs, a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, a timeline, sources for further research, and an introduction to the author.

George Washington

Darice Bailer (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503814172

Learn about the life of George Washington and his contributions to the United States of America. Additional features to aid comprehension include fact-filled captions and callouts, detailed photographs, a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, a timeline, sources for further research, and an introduction to the author.

George H. W. Bush

Mirella S. Miller (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503817890

Take a look inside the life and presidency of George H. W. Bush. Learn all about how his military background and dedication to community service molded his presidency and the country. This book includes engaging timelines, compelling photographs, a comprehensive phonetic glossary, an index, and sources for further reading that will pique readers' interest.

Franklin Delano Roosevelt

Ian F. Mahaney (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503814158

Learn about the life of Franklin Delano Roosevelt and his contributions to the United States of America. Additional features to aid comprehension include fact-filled captions and callouts, detailed photographs, a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, a timeline, sources for further research, and an introduction to the author.

Dwight D. Eisenhower

Mirella S. Miller (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503817883

Take a look inside the life and presidency of Dwight D. Eisenhower. Learn all about how his experience leading the country through multiple wars shaped the nation. This book includes engaging timelines, compelling photographs, a comprehensive phonetic glossary, an index, and sources for further reading that will pique readers' interest.

Barack Obama

Cheryl Mansfield (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503814141

Learn about the life of Barack Obama and his contributions to the United States of America. Additional features to aid comprehension include fact-filled captions and callouts, detailed photographs, a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, a timeline, sources for further research, and an introduction to the author.

Andrew Jackson

Rebecca Rissman (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503817876

Take a look inside the life and presidency of Andrew Jackson. Learn all about how his military accomplishments and role as a frontier president shaped the country. This book includes engaging timelines, compelling photographs, a comprehensive phonetic glossary, an index, and sources for further reading that will pique readers' interest.

Abraham Lincoln

Katy S. Duffield (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503814134

Learn about the life of Abraham Lincoln and his contributions to the United States of America. Additional features to aid comprehension include fact-filled captions and callouts, detailed photographs, a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, a timeline, sources for further research, and an introduction to the author.

Surf Like Carissa Moore

JJ Bryant (author)

Publisher: Gray Duck ISBN: 9781647720858

Carissa Moore can do much more than ride a wave. The surfing star has pulled off incredible maneuvers, including aerials, for high scores. Read all about Carissa!

Snowboard Like Chloe Kim

JJ Bryant (author)

Publisher: Gray Duck ISBN: 9781647720841

Chloe Kim can do much more than fly down a halfpipe. The pro snowboarder has soared high above pipes to do extreme spins and grabs. Read all about Chloe!

Play Basketball Like LeBron James

JJ Bryant (author)

Publisher: Gray Duck ISBN: 9781647720810

LeBron James can do much more than dunk a basketball. The NBA great has scored over 38,000 points from shots of every kind. Read all about LeBron!