Author: William Anderson
Publisher: HarperCollins
ISBN: 0062570595
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 84
Book Description
In this charming, accessible biography of Laura Ingalls Wilder, noted Wilder historian William Anderson takes us beyond the Little House books to share the real-life events that inspired Laura’s classic stories. Black-and-white interior illustrations by Renée Graef further enhance this look at one of America’s most beloved authors, perfect for chapter book readers.
Prairie Girl
Author: William Anderson
Publisher: HarperCollins
ISBN: 0062570595
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 84
Book Description
In this charming, accessible biography of Laura Ingalls Wilder, noted Wilder historian William Anderson takes us beyond the Little House books to share the real-life events that inspired Laura’s classic stories. Black-and-white interior illustrations by Renée Graef further enhance this look at one of America’s most beloved authors, perfect for chapter book readers.
Publisher: HarperCollins
ISBN: 0062570595
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 84
Book Description
In this charming, accessible biography of Laura Ingalls Wilder, noted Wilder historian William Anderson takes us beyond the Little House books to share the real-life events that inspired Laura’s classic stories. Black-and-white interior illustrations by Renée Graef further enhance this look at one of America’s most beloved authors, perfect for chapter book readers.
Pioneer Girl
Author: Andrea Warren
Publisher: Harper Collins
ISBN: 0688171516
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 99
Book Description
Tells about the daily life and activities of a pioneer girl growing up on the prairies of Nebraska.
Publisher: Harper Collins
ISBN: 0688171516
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 99
Book Description
Tells about the daily life and activities of a pioneer girl growing up on the prairies of Nebraska.
Prairie Lotus
Author: Linda Sue Park
Publisher: Clarion Books
ISBN: 132878150X
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 276
Book Description
Dakota Territory, 1880. When Hanna arrives in the town of LaForge, she sees possibiltiies. Her father coupld open a shop on the main street. She could go to school, if there is a school, and even realize her dream of becoming a dressmaker--provided she can convince Papa, that is. She and Papa could make a home here. But Hanna is half-Chinese, and she knows from experience that most white people don't want neighbors who aren't white themselves. The people of LaForge have never seen an Asian person before; most are unwelcoming and unfriendly--but they don't even know her! Hannah is determined to stay in LaForge and persuade them to see byond her surface. In a setting that will be recognized by fans of Laura Ingalls Wilder's Little House books, this compelling story of resolution and persistence, told with humor, insight, and charm, offers a fresh look at a long-established view of history. -- From dust jacket.
Publisher: Clarion Books
ISBN: 132878150X
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 276
Book Description
Dakota Territory, 1880. When Hanna arrives in the town of LaForge, she sees possibiltiies. Her father coupld open a shop on the main street. She could go to school, if there is a school, and even realize her dream of becoming a dressmaker--provided she can convince Papa, that is. She and Papa could make a home here. But Hanna is half-Chinese, and she knows from experience that most white people don't want neighbors who aren't white themselves. The people of LaForge have never seen an Asian person before; most are unwelcoming and unfriendly--but they don't even know her! Hannah is determined to stay in LaForge and persuade them to see byond her surface. In a setting that will be recognized by fans of Laura Ingalls Wilder's Little House books, this compelling story of resolution and persistence, told with humor, insight, and charm, offers a fresh look at a long-established view of history. -- From dust jacket.
The Prairie Girl's Guide to Life
Author: Jennifer Worick
Publisher: Taunton
ISBN: 9781561589869
Category : Cookery
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Teaches the skills of pioneer crafts such as braiding hair, panning for gold, laying a fire, spinning yarn, milking a cow, predicting the weather, making a night cream, braiding a rug, and making rock candy.
Publisher: Taunton
ISBN: 9781561589869
Category : Cookery
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Teaches the skills of pioneer crafts such as braiding hair, panning for gold, laying a fire, spinning yarn, milking a cow, predicting the weather, making a night cream, braiding a rug, and making rock candy.
Prairie Girl's Song
Author: Kate Ferris
Publisher: FriesenPress
ISBN: 1460294637
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 40
Book Description
Children let their imaginations soar as they read "Prairie Girl's Song" and follow the adventures of a young girl on her family's prairie farm. The story is told through the delightful, rhyming lyrics of a folk song written by musician Kate Ferris. The vibrant imagery created with Ferris’ words is woven by artist Mary Ann Tully into an enchanting and richly coloured mixed media tapestry of prairie plants and animals. Seen through the eyes of a child, the diversity of the wild prairie comes alive over the course of a day and into the magic of a prairie night. The glossary at the end of the book provides an excellent source of information about the ecology of the prairies. "Prairie Girl's Song" is an essential addition for the shelves of classrooms, schools and home libraries everywhere.
Publisher: FriesenPress
ISBN: 1460294637
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 40
Book Description
Children let their imaginations soar as they read "Prairie Girl's Song" and follow the adventures of a young girl on her family's prairie farm. The story is told through the delightful, rhyming lyrics of a folk song written by musician Kate Ferris. The vibrant imagery created with Ferris’ words is woven by artist Mary Ann Tully into an enchanting and richly coloured mixed media tapestry of prairie plants and animals. Seen through the eyes of a child, the diversity of the wild prairie comes alive over the course of a day and into the magic of a prairie night. The glossary at the end of the book provides an excellent source of information about the ecology of the prairies. "Prairie Girl's Song" is an essential addition for the shelves of classrooms, schools and home libraries everywhere.
A Prairie Girl
Author: Jan Keating
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 403
Book Description
Sarah Powell, born and raised in Weyburn, Saskatchewan in 1908, falls in love with an Arab Muslim man when they meet while attending university in the United States in the 1920s. Against her parents' wishes, Sarah marries Dr. Mohammed Fadhel al-Jamali and moves to Baghdad. The couple have three sons. The eldest son becomes gravely ill and suffers brain damage from encephalitis and his mental development is arrested at age five. Sarah struggles to cope with finding ways to help her son, balance her own career as Head of English at the university of Baghdad with raising a family and supporting her husband in his ever growing career as Prime Minister of Iraq. A kind and progressive-thinking man who was ahead of his times, Dr. Jamali faces a military coup d'etat in 1958 that results in riots, murder and imprisonment. It is a true story of love, devotion, courage and "grit" of a Prairie Girl who endures great challenges in life while living in Baghdad.
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 403
Book Description
Sarah Powell, born and raised in Weyburn, Saskatchewan in 1908, falls in love with an Arab Muslim man when they meet while attending university in the United States in the 1920s. Against her parents' wishes, Sarah marries Dr. Mohammed Fadhel al-Jamali and moves to Baghdad. The couple have three sons. The eldest son becomes gravely ill and suffers brain damage from encephalitis and his mental development is arrested at age five. Sarah struggles to cope with finding ways to help her son, balance her own career as Head of English at the university of Baghdad with raising a family and supporting her husband in his ever growing career as Prime Minister of Iraq. A kind and progressive-thinking man who was ahead of his times, Dr. Jamali faces a military coup d'etat in 1958 that results in riots, murder and imprisonment. It is a true story of love, devotion, courage and "grit" of a Prairie Girl who endures great challenges in life while living in Baghdad.
Prairie Princess
Author: Jessie Veeder
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
A country girl celebrates the Prairie and why she calls it home in this beautifully illustrated children's book about a child's connection to the land.
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
A country girl celebrates the Prairie and why she calls it home in this beautifully illustrated children's book about a child's connection to the land.
The Prairie Thief
Author: Melissa Wiley
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1442440589
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 171
Book Description
In this “delightful mash-up of Little House on the Prairie and The Spiderwick Chronicles” (SLJ), experience life on the prairie—with one fantastical twist! Louisa Brody’s life on the Colorado prairie is not at all what she expected. Her dear Pa, accused of thievery, is locked thirty miles away in jail. She’s living with the awful Smirches, her closest neighbors and the very family that accused her Pa of the horrendous crime. And now she’s discovered one very cantankerous—and magical—secret beneath the hazel grove. With her life flipped upside-down, it’s up to Louisa, her sassy friend Jessamine, and that cranky secret to save Pa from a guilty verdict. Ten bold illustrations from Erwin Madrid accompany seasoned storyteller Melissa Wiley’s vibrant and enchanting tale of life on the prairie—with one magical twist.
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1442440589
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 171
Book Description
In this “delightful mash-up of Little House on the Prairie and The Spiderwick Chronicles” (SLJ), experience life on the prairie—with one fantastical twist! Louisa Brody’s life on the Colorado prairie is not at all what she expected. Her dear Pa, accused of thievery, is locked thirty miles away in jail. She’s living with the awful Smirches, her closest neighbors and the very family that accused her Pa of the horrendous crime. And now she’s discovered one very cantankerous—and magical—secret beneath the hazel grove. With her life flipped upside-down, it’s up to Louisa, her sassy friend Jessamine, and that cranky secret to save Pa from a guilty verdict. Ten bold illustrations from Erwin Madrid accompany seasoned storyteller Melissa Wiley’s vibrant and enchanting tale of life on the prairie—with one magical twist.
The Prairie Girl Cupcake Cookbook
Author: Jean Blacklock
Publisher: Appetite by Random House
ISBN: 0147529867
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 261
Book Description
Cupcake lovers rejoice! With more than 50 recipes for any and every cupcake occasion, as well as the secrets for the most decadent, delicious cupcakes imaginable, cupcake lovers and bakers everywhere will fall in love with this beautiful, easy-to-use book from the famous Prairie Girl Bakery. Known for having the best cupcakes in Toronto, Prairie Girl Bakery takes fans and readers behind its kitchen doors to share recipes, tips and techniques in the pages of this must-have book. Whether you’re looking for classic, gluten-free or vegan recipes, The Prairie Girl Cupcake Cookbook has everything you need to treat yourself and your loved ones, one cupcake at a time. Included inside are: · The Prairie Girl Classics—nostalgic recipes for the treats of your childhood, from Golden Buttermilk Cupcakes with Chocolate Cream Cheese Icing, to Banana Cupcakes with Peanut Butter Icing, to the bakery’s bestselling Red Velvet. · Treats of the Week—whether it’s Fruity, Decadent, Adults-Only, Seasonal, or For the Kid at Heart, there are recipes to inspire every day of the week. · Gluten-Free and Vegan Love—now everyone can enjoy a delicious cupcake, regardless of lifestyle or diet. · Tips for Celebrating with Cupcakes—expert advice on how to wrap, package, display and decorate your sweet treats, Prairie Girl-style. Everyone loves a cupcake, and, with the help of Prairie Girl Bakery, you can make the perfect cupcake with all that prairie love and goodness.
Publisher: Appetite by Random House
ISBN: 0147529867
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 261
Book Description
Cupcake lovers rejoice! With more than 50 recipes for any and every cupcake occasion, as well as the secrets for the most decadent, delicious cupcakes imaginable, cupcake lovers and bakers everywhere will fall in love with this beautiful, easy-to-use book from the famous Prairie Girl Bakery. Known for having the best cupcakes in Toronto, Prairie Girl Bakery takes fans and readers behind its kitchen doors to share recipes, tips and techniques in the pages of this must-have book. Whether you’re looking for classic, gluten-free or vegan recipes, The Prairie Girl Cupcake Cookbook has everything you need to treat yourself and your loved ones, one cupcake at a time. Included inside are: · The Prairie Girl Classics—nostalgic recipes for the treats of your childhood, from Golden Buttermilk Cupcakes with Chocolate Cream Cheese Icing, to Banana Cupcakes with Peanut Butter Icing, to the bakery’s bestselling Red Velvet. · Treats of the Week—whether it’s Fruity, Decadent, Adults-Only, Seasonal, or For the Kid at Heart, there are recipes to inspire every day of the week. · Gluten-Free and Vegan Love—now everyone can enjoy a delicious cupcake, regardless of lifestyle or diet. · Tips for Celebrating with Cupcakes—expert advice on how to wrap, package, display and decorate your sweet treats, Prairie Girl-style. Everyone loves a cupcake, and, with the help of Prairie Girl Bakery, you can make the perfect cupcake with all that prairie love and goodness.
Pioneer Girl
Author: Laura Ingalls Wilder
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781941813096
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 484
Book Description
"A side-by-side textual comparison of the three surviving typescript revisions of "Pioneer Girl" that uses the texts themselves to draw inferences about Laura Ingalls Wilder's authorial and Rose Wilder Lane's editorial processes and intentions, as well as about the working relationship between the two women during their attempts to market "Pioneer Girl" as adult nonfiction, prior to the publication of Wilder's Little House novels that are based on these original manuscripts"--
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781941813096
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 484
Book Description
"A side-by-side textual comparison of the three surviving typescript revisions of "Pioneer Girl" that uses the texts themselves to draw inferences about Laura Ingalls Wilder's authorial and Rose Wilder Lane's editorial processes and intentions, as well as about the working relationship between the two women during their attempts to market "Pioneer Girl" as adult nonfiction, prior to the publication of Wilder's Little House novels that are based on these original manuscripts"--