Download or read book A Firefly s Journey written by Kat Rees D'Ambola and published by Bookbaby. This book was released on 2021-08-11 with total page 36 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What's more magical than a firefly? Thousands of fireflies! This story follows a worried but determined Firefly as she ventures into the forest to find others just like her. A heartwarming tale of gratitude for the different creatures we meet on our journey. Beautifully illustrated to showcase the wonders of nature, and a "Did You Know?" facts page for educational opportunities.
Download or read book The Firefly Letters written by Margarita Engle and published by Henry Holt and Company (BYR). This book was released on 2010-03-16 with total page 173 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The freedom to roam is something that women and girls in Cuba do not have. Yet when Fredrika Bremer visits from Sweden in 1851 to learn about the people of this magical island, she is accompanied by Cecilia, a young slave who longs for her lost home in Africa. Soon Elena, the wealthy daughter of the house, sneaks out to join them. As the three women explore the lush countryside, they form a bond that breaks the barriers of language and culture. In this quietly powerful new book, award-winning poet Margarita Engle paints a portrait of early women's rights pioneer Fredrika Bremer and the journey to Cuba that transformed her life. The Firefly Letters is a 2011 Pura Belpre Honor Book for Narrative and a 2011 Bank Street - Best Children's Book of the Year.
Download or read book A Light Within written by Hillary Sartor and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2023-11-09 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Embark on a magical journey with Flicker, a charming firefly who discovers that true brilliance comes from within. In "A Light Within: A Firefly Tale," colorful illustrations bring to life the enchanting meadow where Flicker learns that friendship and kindness are the keys to a radiant heart. Join Flicker and his spirited friend Ruby, the lovable ladybug, as they navigate the moonlit landscape, filled with captivating scenes that will captivate young minds. This heartwarming story, beautifully complemented by vibrant illustrations, teaches children the importance of embracing their uniqueness and spreading warmth through acts of kindness. Perfect for bedtime or story time, "A Light Within" is not just a book-it's a luminous adventure that will leave a lasting glow in the hearts of young readers. Share the magic today!
Download or read book Little Z and Firefly A Journey to Finding Light and Love written by Heather Mishel Williams and published by . This book was released on 2022-01-04 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A children's mental health book that teaches self-help skills, so they can grow to be healthy adults.
Download or read book The Firefly Star written by Sandra Robbins and published by . This book was released on 1995 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: On January 6th, Hispanic children the world over celebrate Three King's Day to celebrate the Three King's travel through the sky on their Royal Camels.
Download or read book Life of a Firefly written by Sandra Brown-Lindstedt and published by . This book was released on 2020-08-29 with total page 157 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Sandy takes us on her journey from Texas to Chicago as she learns tough lessons in friendship, family and faith. Is Sandy going to be fooled again by the pretty but two-faced Peggy Lomax? Who is Gorilla Girl, and why does she keep stealing her lunch? Will she be locked inside the dreadful Closet by the evil Mrs. Honeycort? Can her Firefly save her in time?! The answers to these questions and many more remain in the incredible adventures and mostly true stories of Sandy Forte."--Back cover.
Download or read book The Blossom and the Firefly written by Sherri L. Smith and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2020-02-18 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the award-winning author of Flygirl comes this powerful WWII romance between two Japanese teens caught in the cogs of an unwinnable war, perfect for fans of Salt to the Sea, Lovely War, and Code Name Verity. Japan 1945. Taro is a talented violinist and a kamikaze pilot in the days before his first and only mission. He believes he is ready to die for his country . . . until he meets Hana. Hana hasn't been the same since the day she was buried alive in a collapsed trench during a bomb raid. She wonders if it would have been better to have died that day . . . until she meets Taro. A song will bring them together. The war will tear them apart. Is it possible to live an entire lifetime in eight short days? Sherri L. Smith has been called "an author with astonishing range" and "a stellar storyteller" by E. Lockhart, the New York Times-bestselling author of We Were Liars, and "a truly talented writer" by Jacqueline Woodson, the National Book Award-winning author of Brown Girl Dreaming. Here, with achingly beautiful prose, Smith weaves a tale of love in the face of death, of hope in the face of tragedy, set against a backdrop of the waning days of the Pacific War.
Download or read book Fly Firefly written by Shana Keller and published by Sleeping Bear Press. This book was released on 2020-03-01 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: One evening at dusk a wind current carries a lone firefly out over the sea. Glancing down into the water, the insect is mesmerized by the glowing bioluminescence, mistaking it for other fireflies. Seeking company, the firefly plunges into the waves. Luckily, there are human bystanders who can lend a hand. Based on an event witnessed by nature writer and ecologist Rachel Carson (The Sea Around Us and Silent Spring) where a firefly attempts to join its "family" in the ocean, this lyrical story written in verse perfectly illustrates the wonder and delight the natural world offers those who pay close enough attention. Back matter includes science facts about fireflies and bioluminescence, as well as information about Carson's life.
Download or read book Firefly written by Richard E Diller and published by . This book was released on 2013-08-21 with total page 312 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: It is 1969 and Dick Diller is on his way to flying warplanes in the Vietnam conflict. He is commissioned to fly A-1 Skyraiders in sometimes harrowing nighttime missions over Laos--surviving not only the danger of the missions he flew, but also the bureaucracy of the air force, from fitness testing to additional duties assigned, to attacking impossible-to-find targets in the dead of night--with minimal fuel supplies.At once entertaining and riveting, as well as thought-provoking, "Firefly" is the story of one man's journey in a world at war, and a day-to-day description of the fighting force that was flying A-1 Skyraiders in combat. "Firefly" contains actual transcriptions of dialogue of pilots locating a target and making a strike in northern Laos."Firefly" is the only book to have been written about the night mission over Laos during the Vietnam conflict, and so fills a niche in the literature of the era.
Download or read book By the Light of Fireflies written by Jenni L Walsh and published by . This book was released on 2021-11-02 with total page 186 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sybil Ludington believes in the legend of fireflies - they appear when you need them most. But it's not until her family is thrust into the dangers of the Revolutionary War, and into George Washington's spy ring, that Sybil experiences firefly magic for herself - guiding her through the darkness, empowering her to figure out who she's supposed to be and how strong she really is - as she delivers her imperative message. BY THE LIGHT OF FIREFLIES is the captivating tale of a young girl's journey - as a daughter, a sister, a friend, a spy, and eventually a war hero - completing a midnight ride that cements her place in history as the "female Paul Revere."
Download or read book Lani and the Magical Fireflies written by Melanin Muse Kreationz and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2024-03-21 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Welcome to the magical world of Lani and the Fireflies! In this enchanting tale, you'll journey alongside Lani, a spirited young girl with a heart full of wonder and a love for all things bright and beautiful. Join her as she embarks on a captivating adventure into the depths of the forest, where she discovers the mysterious and wondrous realm of the fireflies. Prepare to be mesmerized by the twinkling lights, to dance among the shadows, and to experience the joy of friendship that knows no bounds. So, grab your imagination and let's set off on an unforgettable journey into the night, where the glow of friendship shines brighter than any star in the sky.
Download or read book Tales of a Firefly written by Tonia McGregor and published by Author House. This book was released on 2011-08-10 with total page 111 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: There are so many stories written and told, however, there is one story. My story. It was written through expression felt in my heart and in my spirit. This book was also written because people communicate and own their own concept on what love feels, smells, and looks like. I hope this book affords people the opportunity to visualize the joys and the pains which Love encompasses: This journey of dreams.
Download or read book Memoranda of a Trading Trip Into the Orange River Sovereignty Free State and the Country of the Transvaal Boers 1851 52 written by John Sanderson and published by . This book was released on 1860 with total page 34 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Journeys Sem 1 written by J. Isaac Rajkumar, P. Yesudhas, M. Uma Maheshwari, Jyoti Swaroop, Geeta Oberoi, Vikram Mehta, Dr LC Sharma and published by New Saraswati House India Pvt Ltd. This book was released on with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Term book. The ebook version does not contain CD.
Download or read book Journey into Deep written by Rebecca L. Johnson and published by Millbrook Press ™. This book was released on 2013-11-01 with total page 74 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Have you ever wondered what mysteries the ocean holds? Prepare to explore the ocean from sunlit shallows to the deepest, darkest depths. Along the way, you'll meet many incredible creatures that are brand new to science. Dive to a coral reef and spot a new species of pygmy octopus. Travel deeper and discover fragile, nearly transparent jellies as they drift past. Then head down into a world of eternal night. You'll encounter animals that make their own light and zombie worms that feast on the bones of dead whales. Your adventure is based on the real journeys of scientists involved in the Census of Marine Life. From 2000 to 2010, more than two thousand researchers from eighty-two countries carried out the most extensive investigation of ocean life ever attempted. Author Rebecca L. Johnson takes readers to research sites around the globe, showing how ocean scientists do their work. Stunning photographs throughout bring readers face-to-face with some of the most mesmerizing creatures on Earth.
Download or read book Handbook of Research on Military Aeronautical and Maritime Logistics and Operations written by Ochoa-Zezzatti, Alberto and published by IGI Global. This book was released on 2016-02-02 with total page 587 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Effective logistics management has played a vital role in delivering products and services, and driving research into finding ever improving theoretical and technological solutions. While often thought of in terms of the business world, logistics and operations management strategies can also be effectively applied within the military, aeronautical, and maritime sectors. The Handbook of Research on Military, Aeronautical, and Maritime Logistics and Operations compiles interdisciplinary research on diverse issues related to logistics from an inclusive range of methodological perspectives. This publication focuses on original contributions in the form of theoretical, experimental research, and case studies on logistics strategies and operations management with an emphasis on military, aeronautical, and maritime environments. Academics and professionals operating in business environments, government institutions, and military research will find this publication beneficial to their research and professional endeavors.
Download or read book The McEvoy Magazine for School and Home written by Thomas Jefferson McEvoy and published by . This book was released on 1915 with total page 542 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
