Download or read book Stories from the Amazon written by Saviour Pirotta and published by Raintree. This book was released on 2000 with total page 56 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Retellings of traditional stories from the people of the Amazon rain forests, including The Legend of the Sun God, The Tree of Life, and The Sad Song of the Moon.
Download or read book Stories from the Amazon written by Saviour Pirotta and published by Turtleback. This book was released on 2000-01-01 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Retellings of traditional stories from the people of the Amazon rain forests, including "The Legend of the Sun God, " "The Tree of Life, " and "The Sad Song of the Moon."
Download or read book Lost in the Amazon written by Tod Olson and published by Scholastic Nonfiction. This book was released on 2018 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this third installment in the Lost series, a teenager is the sole survivor of a plane crash that leaves her stranded deep in the dangerous Peruvian jungle -- what will it take to make it out alive? Peru, Christmas Eve, 1970.It was supposed to be a routine flight, carrying 86 passengers across the Andes Mountains and home for the holiday. But high above the Amazon rainforest, a roiling storm engulfs the plane. Lightning strikes. A deafening whoosh sweeps through the cabin. And suddenly, 17-year-old Juliane Koepcke is alone. The plane has vanished. She is strapped to her seat and plunging 3,500 feet to the forest floor.On Christmas Day, she wakes. She is injured, covered in mud, but strangely--miraculously--alive. And now, in a remote corner of the largest rainforest on Earth, the real battle for survival begins.
Download or read book The Amazon Rainforest One of Earth s Largest Natural Resources Children s Books about Forests Grade 4 Children s Environment Ecology Books written by Baby Professor and published by Speedy Publishing LLC. This book was released on 2019-11-22 with total page 72 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The information in this book will make you understand the need to protect Earth’s natural systems - the Amazon Rainforest included. There will be a discussion on the functions, structures and characteristics of living things and how they interact with one another and their environment, too. Learn more about the Earth to appreciate it better. Begin reading today.
Download or read book Traditional Stories from the Amazon written by Saviour Pirotta and published by Wayland. This book was released on 2006 with total page 48 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is a lively, colourful and engaging book that recounts traditional stories from the Amazon. Each story is interspersed with interesting facts and maps that locate the story's setting. An activities section gives ideas for children to explore the stories and their culture in more detail.
Download or read book The Quest for Z written by Greg Pizzoli and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2017-06-13 with total page 49 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From an award-winning author comes a picture book biography that feels like Indiana Jones for kids! British explorer Percy Fawcett believed that hidden deep within the Amazon rainforest was an ancient city, lost for the ages. Most people didn’t even believe this city existed. But if Fawcett could find it, he would be rich and famous forever. This is the true story of one man’s thrilling, dangerous journey into the jungle, and what he found on his quest for the lost city of Z.
Download or read book Lost in the Amazon Juliane Koepcke s Story written by Betsy Rathburn and published by Bellwether Media. This book was released on 2021-08-01 with total page 24 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When a plane crash leaves her stranded deep in the Amazon Rain Forest, Juliane Koepcke must fight to make it out alive. This graphic nonfiction title tells the true story of her survival, including her fall from the sky, her encounters with dangerous wildlife, and her eventual escape from the jungle. Colorful illustrations and engaging dialogue featuring actual quotes draw readers into the story, while a map, timeline, and bonus facts offer further details about Koepcke’s ordeal.
Download or read book I Escaped Amazon River Pirates written by Scott Peters and published by Best Day Books For Young Readers. This book was released on 2020-02-09 with total page 120 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From multi-award winning Ellie Crowe and Scott Peters comes a harrowing escape based on true tales of recent Amazon River pirate attacks. When river pirates attack their ferry in the middle of the night, Nick and his family escape on a surfboard. But the Amazon River's wild currents separate Nick and his stepsister from their parents. One minute they're together, the next, Nick and Maddie are lost and alone in a deadly rainforest filled with piranha, jaguars, caimans, and giant anaconda. Worse, they've got angry pirates on their tail and a box of stolen gold. 15-year-old Nick is responsible for 8-year-old Maddie—but it's not easy when his stepsister acts like she hates his guts! Can they find a way to get along and survive in the deadly jungle? Can these brave but frightened kids escape disaster? 100% kid-tested, no-boring-parts guaranteed! This is the 4th children's book in the I Escaped Series about brave boys and girls who face real-world challenges and find ways to escape disaster. Sure to appeal to fans of New York Times Bestseller Lauren Tarshis's I Survived Series and Treasure Island by Robert Louis Stevenson. A study guide is available at https://tinyurl.com/escaped-pirates Features a special section on pirates and piracy on the Amazon River including fascinating facts about illegal gold mining, deforestation, clearcutting in Brazil, Peru, and the whole South American region. A story of sibling rivalry, values, and courage that's packed with adrenaline-charged, nonstop action adventure.
Download or read book Amazon Tale written by Francisco Avalos and published by Xlibris Corporation. This book was released on 2013 with total page 124 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A couple of tree poachers Erick and Julio fly over the Amazon rain forest looking for mahogany trees to cut when their plane goes down and crash deep in the jungle; Yara a ten years old native girl and her friends rescue Erick and Julio from the burning plane. Yara brings them to live with her tribe while they recover from their injuries. As Erick tries to find out where the mahogany trees grow in the area, he is taken in a wild and magical adventure and he will have to choose to either save Yara's world or destroy it.
Download or read book The Amazon and Other Stories written by Nikolaĭ Semenovich Leskov and published by . This book was released on 1949 with total page 282 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Tales of Hidden Amazon A Series of Children Moral Stories written by Mega Wrights and published by . This book was released on 2023-04-08 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Take a journey into the lush and mysterious Hidden Amazon, where tales of adventure and wisdom await. In this collection of captivating stories, children will discover valuable life lessons hidden within the tales of animals, plants, and creatures. From the importance of friendship and kindness to the beauty of nature and the power of determination, each story offers a moral that young readers can apply to their own lives. While there are countless books for children available in the market, this book stands out as a must-read for young readers who want to learn valuable lessons about life. Authored and self-published by a passionate book publisher, this book promises to captivate children's imagination with its engaging storytelling and vibrant illustrations. Each of the eight stories included in this book is carefully crafted to deliver a powerful moral message that can inspire children to be kind, brave, honest, and more. This book is not just a source of entertainment but also a tool for personal growth and character development for children. Don't miss out on the opportunity to introduce your child to the world of Hidden Amazon through this exceptional book. This book comprises of 8 tales, which are accompanied by an introduction and conclusion. The chapter titles are listed below: 1. The Hidden Amazon Introduction 2. The Unity of Lion Brothers 3. The Emotional & Intelligent Elephants 4. The Weaver Birds Skill & Commitment 5. A Red squirrel couple bond 6. Perseverance of a Deer 7. Resilient and Determined Beavers 8. A Wild Dog's Unwavering Focus 9. The Altruistic 1000 Year Old Tree 10. The Conclusion Join us in this exciting adventure and discover the magic of the "Hidden Amazon" through the eyes of its wonderful inhabitants.
Download or read book Fables of the Amazon written by Alan J. Hesse and published by Bublish, Inc.. This book was released on 2020-02-10 with total page 60 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “Fables of the Amazon delivers important forest lessons, animal facts, and moral tales through humorous stories and vivid images that will broaden children’s minds to the unique world of the Amazon.” — Readers’ Favorite Natural history and ecology are fascinating but complex subjects. What better way to discover them than through a comic that is both funny and scientifically accurate? A perfect learning resource for nature-loving kids and adults, as well as a perfect classroom book for science teachers! Written by conservation scientists, this comic features facts about jungle animals drawn from actual field observations from the Amazon Jungle. What you will discover: - Eleven comic strip short fables featuring a wide array of South American jungle animals. Each fable comes with an ecology lesson. - An intimate look at the secret lives of wild guinea pigs, rare macaws, jaguars, leaf-cutter ants, the elusive Maned Wolf, and many others. - The authors' own natural history notes from the field with photos and cartoons. - Meet the quirky and unique animal characters of the mighty Amazon forest by buying this book! A word about the authors: Conservation scientists Dr. Louise Emmons and Alan J. Hesse have decades of field experience in the jungles of South America. Their unique, personal knowledge of wild animals and the secrets of the tropical forest is revealed in these short stories, brought to life by the humour of cartoons.
Download or read book Amazon Diary written by Hudson Talbott and published by StarWalk Kids Media. This book was released on 2012-10-01 with total page 48 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The handwritten diary of a twelve-year-old boy offers readers a perspective on the Yanomami tribe that takes him in when his plane crashes, a story that follows such adventures as Alex's participation in the rescue of a kidnapped girl. Engaging and exciting narration by Fred Berman (The Lion King on Broadway).
Download or read book Tales of the Amazon written by Daniel Munduruku and published by Groundwood Books. This book was released on 2000 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: About what life is like for some of the indigenous people of Brazil, many of whom live in the Amazon region.
Download or read book The Amazon and the Warrior written by Judith Hand and published by Macmillan + ORM. This book was released on 2004-05-16 with total page 386 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Legend of Penthesilea, Queen of the Amazons For eight years, the besieged city of Troy has withstood the relentless might of the Greek invaders. Now the dread Achilles, mightiest of the Greek warriors, seeks to conquer the fabled realm of the Amazons as well. But one woman stands between him and his ruthless ambition to conquer her homeland. Penthesilea, Warrior Queen of the Amazons, watched her mother die upon Achilles' sword. A fiery, red-haired tigress of tremendous passion and courage, Pentha vows to take revenge on the legendary Greek champion, even if it means leading an army in defense of imperiled Troy. Her lover, Damonides, does not share her eagerness for battle. Once a formidable warrior in his own right, he long ago put away the sword. Now he yearns only to live in peace with the beautiful and ardent Amazon Queen. But can he stand idly by while the woman he loves risks everything for the sake of her people? At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.
Download or read book The Great Snake written by Sean Taylor and published by Lincoln Children's Books. This book was released on 2008-09-01 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: As the Rio Afu ferry twists its way along the Amazon, Sean Taylor breathes in not only stories from local people he meets, but also the rich smells, sights and sounds of the extraordinary landscape. From trickster jaguars and the slowest of sloths to spine-tingling giant serpents and white-suited river strangers, his retellings teem with legendary beings, vivid colours, down-to-earth comedy and the mysteries of the rainforest, revealing Amazon people's beliefs along with their way of life. Dramatic illustrations, together with notes and a glossary, combine to make this a very special collection, filling a gap in the market for collections from South America.
Download or read book The Jaguar s Story written by Kosa Ely and published by . This book was released on 1918-04-21 with total page 48 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Deep in the Amazon, two cubs are born to a loving mama jaguar. As the curious and precocious cubs grow, they are introduced to their forest home and those with whom they share it. Before long their happy days are interrupted by men and machines, and the young family goes in search of a new home. Now everywhere they travel, surprises await them. Join them to discover the wonders and dangers of today's Amazon rainforest through the eyes of a jaguar. Kosa Ely's contemporary tale, along with Radhe Gendron's vivid and captivating art, make this the ideal picture book to inspire readers, young and old, to protect the magnificent jaguar from extinction. Eight pages of fun facts about jaguars and Amazonian fauna and flora follow the story, and a seek-and-find game children will enjoy.
