Download or read book The Open Road and Other Silly Stories written by and published by Gareth Stevens Publishing LLLP. This book was released on 2015-12-15 with total page 42 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Through an excerpt from Kenneth Grahame’s The Wind in the Willows titled “The Open Road,” readers meet talking animals and consider life on the road. High-spirited dialogue and vivid descriptions transport readers into Grahame’s world of silly Toad, Mole, and Rat. Other funny tales engage readers’ imagination, such as “The Inchcape Rock,” “The Cat and the Mouse” and “Why the Bear Is Stumpy-Tailed,” in addition to demonstrating storytelling consistent with the standards in the Common Core language arts curriculum. Full-color illustrations make each story all the more amusing and fun.

Download or read book The Remarkable Rocket and Other Silly Stories written by and published by Gareth Stevens Publishing LLLP. This book was released on 2015-12-15 with total page 42 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Tales of princes and princesses are common in fantasy stories. But what makes “The Remarkable Rocket” particularly silly isn’t the royal wedding—it’s the fireworks chatter and personality that put it over the top! Colorful illustrations show the rocket and his fiery friends in great detail, inspiring readers’ imaginations as they continue to page through this book’s full-color illustrations throughout. “Mr. Vinegar,” “The Moon-Cake,” and “A Visitor from Paradise” offer readers additional opportunities to imagine strange characters and fanciful events.

Download or read book Down the Rabbit Hole and Other Silly Stories written by and published by Gareth Stevens Publishing LLLP. This book was released on 2015-12-15 with total page 42 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Lewis Carroll’s story of Alice visiting wonderland is the quintessential silly story. With talking rabbits and seemingly never-ending rabbit holes, “Down the Rabbit Hole” introduces readers to Carroll’s incredible detail and invention. Three other amusing takes tickle readers’ funny bones, including “A Silly Question” by E. Nesbit, “Books Who Made the Princess Say ‘That’s a Story’” by Sir George Webbe Dasent, and “The Finest Liar in the World” by Andrew Lang. Colorful illustrations accompany each , adding to readers’ own imaginings of the stories.

Download or read book The Fish and the Hare and Other Silly Stories written by and published by Gareth Stevens Publishing LLLP. This book was released on 2015-12-15 with total page 42 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What kind of man would convince his wife that fish live in trees and hares live in the water? One who knows his wife is a gossip and would tell about a great treasure he’d found! The story is a silly one, but “The Fish and the Hare” has a lesson, too. Other stories in this volume offer readers plenty of opportunities to use their imaginations, including “Which Was the Foolishest?”, “The Endless Tale,” and “How Mr. Rabbit Lost His Tail.” Full-color illustrations depict key scenes in each offering of funny fiction.

Download or read book How the Cow Jumped over the Moon and Other Silly Stories written by and published by Gareth Stevens Publishing LLLP. This book was released on 2015-12-15 with total page 42 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In “How the Cow Jumped Over the Moon,” L. Frank Baum fills out a classic nursery rhyme with a main character named Bobby and a fairly realistic—if very silly—interpretation of how a huge animal could possibly leap the moon! Along with “Master of All Masters” and “The History of the Seven Families of the Lake Pipple-Popple,” Baum’s tale is sure to entertain imaginative readers. An excerpt from a Lewis Carroll book called “A Most Curious Country” rounds out this amusing collection, all made complete with full-color illustrations.

Download or read book The Hare Brained Crocodiles and Other Silly Stories written by and published by Gareth Stevens Publishing LLLP. This book was released on 2015-12-15 with total page 42 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In the world of “The Hare-Brained Crocodiles,” hares and crocodiles not only talk, but play together in the sand! Such an imaginative tale of a clever hare and dull-witted crocodile will delight readers and spark their imagination. Other funny tales, including Hans Christian Andersen’s “The Darning Needle,” “The Farmer and the Money-Lender,” and “Mother Hulda,” demonstrate Common Core language arts skills as they amuse readers. Full-color illustrations complement each tale, providing creative depictions of the silly stories’ fantastical elements.

Download or read book How the Dragon Was Tricked and Other Silly Stories written by and published by Gareth Stevens Publishing LLLP. This book was released on 2015-12-15 with total page 42 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: To the cunning young man in “How the Dragon Was Tricked,” duping a dragon is easy and fooling a king is even easier! The magic and fun of this story, as well as in “Buttercup,” “Wishing for Wings,” and “The Lad and the Devil,” engage readers with the language arts curriculum’s focus on creative word choice and storytelling. Full-color illustrations make scenes from each of the fanciful tales real, while readers’ imaginations are sparked to fill in the rest.

Download or read book The Musicians of Bremen and Other Silly Stories written by and published by Gareth Stevens Publishing LLLP. This book was released on 2015-12-15 with total page 42 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Brothers Grimm are often thought of when discussing fairy tales, especially the dark and gruesome parts that have been left out in more modern retellings. However, their writing can be lighthearted, too, as evidenced in the whimsy of the both “The Musicians of Bremen” and “The Three Spinsters.” Along with “The Stone Soup” and “The Greedy Brownie,” these stories offer readers a chance to exercise their imagination with talking animals, fantastic settings, and more. Colorful illustrations accompany each silly story, adding additional bits of amusement.

Download or read book How the Leopard Got His Spots and Other Silly Stories written by and published by Gareth Stevens Publishing LLLP. This book was released on 2015-12-15 with total page 42 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Rudyard Kipling was truly an innovative children’s author. In “How the Leopard Got His Spots,” Kipling introduces readers to animal adaptation and camouflage through the tale of a confused leopard trying to hunt for his dinner—only to find it hidden to him. Inventive and amusing language use will give readers the giggles, especially those reading out loud! “The Four Little Children Who Went Round the World,” “The Accomplished Lucky Teakettle,” and “Bruin and Reynard” add to the magical amusement. With full-color illustrations complementing each story, this volume adds a bit of whimsy into any reader’s library.

Download or read book The Blind Men and the Elephant and Other Silly Stories written by and published by Gareth Stevens Publishing LLLP. This book was released on 2015-12-15 with total page 42 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “The Blind Men and the Elephant” is more than just an amusing tale. It offers readers a final, meaningful thought—neither someone who is blind nor someone who can see well can truly judge the whole when only knowing part of it. “The Simpleton,” “The Foolish Weaver,” and “The Field of Boliauns” engage readers’ imaginations further, providing amusement as well as showcasing storytelling conventions, such as tone and creative word choice, that are part of the Common Core language arts curriculum. Illustrations complement each tale with colorful interpretations of characters and events.

Download or read book God a Motorcycle and the Open Road written by Tim Riter and published by Harvest House Publishers. This book was released on 2019-04-02 with total page 210 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Riding for God's Glory So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God. Romans 14:23 If you're a biker and a Christian, have you considered that riding, can be an activity that brings glory to God, draws you closer to His creation and provides an opportunity to share your faith with fellow riders? Motorcycle and Jesus enthusiast Tim Riter has some amazing stories and spiritual truths he's collected from riding over 200,000 miles, covering 46 states, and three countries. Discover what happens when a long-haired hippie biker strolls into a redneck bar a new back tire causes a dangerous spill a chance encounter with an angry driver turns into a 20-mile chase These and other engaging devotions will show you how your faith blends into your riding and help you experience that same sense of adventure you get from motorcycling in your walk with God, or in this case, your "ride with God."

Download or read book The Open Road written by Clayton Holt Ernst and published by . This book was released on 1919 with total page 962 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

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Download or read book The Open Road written by Jessica Dunham and published by Moon Travel. This book was released on 2023-10-03 with total page 1279 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Get inspired and get ready to hit the road with the ultimate guide to America's best road trips! The Open Road: 50 Road Trips in the USA features: Strategic lists and road trip options: Choose from lists of the best coastal drives, cross-country journeys, trips for kids, awe-inspiring views, and more Flexible itineraries: 50 different road trips organized by region gear you up for any adventure, from a weekend getaway to a cross-country trip Can't-miss stops from coast to coast: Leaf-peep along the Blue Ridge Parkway, look for wildflowers on Arizona's Apache Trail, or gaze at the mysterious Marfa Lights blinking over the West Texas desert. Snap selfies with kitschy roadside attractions along Route 66, cross the Continental Divide in Colorado, and fall asleep to the sound of crashing waves at your campsite in Big Sur The best local flavors: Eat your way through Vermont's farms, dairies, orchards, and maple houses or indulge in gulf shrimp and fried okra in the South. Sample oysters and craft beers in Oregon or stop for shave ice along the scenic Oahu Coastal Loop Expert advice from seasoned road-tripper Jessica Dunham Comprehensive planning resources: Easy-to-use maps, helpful info on things to do, lodging, and dining for every route, clear directions to each route's starting point,and tips for minimizing your environmental impact along the way Gorgeous, full-color photos and a fold-out map Essential tips for health and safety on the road, navigating weather conditions, strategies for road-tripping with kids and four-legged friends, and playlists and podcasts to soundtrack your adventure Whether you're hugging the coast or driving the Loneliest Road, find your adventure with The Open Road: 50 Road Trips in the USA. For more in-depth information on a specific road trip, check out Moon's bestselling road trip guides. About Moon Travel Guides: Moon was founded in 1973 to empower independent, active, and conscious travel. We prioritize local businesses, outdoor recreation, and traveling strategically and sustainably. Moon Travel Guides are written by local, expert authors with great stories to tell—and they can't wait to share their favorite places with you. For more inspiration, follow @moonguides on social media.

Download or read book The Editor the Journal of Information for Literary Workers written by and published by . This book was released on 1922 with total page 490 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

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Download or read book The Automobile in American History and Culture written by Michael L. Berger and published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA. This book was released on 2001-07-30 with total page 516 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This comprehensive reference guide reviews the literature concerning the impact of the automobile on American social, economic, and political history. Covering the complete history of the automobile to date, twelve chapters of bibliographic essays describe the important works in a series of related topics and provide broad thematic contexts. This work includes general histories of the automobile, the industry it spawned and labor-management relations, as well as biographies of famous automotive personalities. Focusing on books concerned with various social aspects, chapters discuss such issues as the car's influence on family life, youth, women, the elderly, minorities, literature, and leisure and recreation. Berger has also included works that investigate the government's role in aiding and regulating the automobile, with sections on roads and highways, safety, and pollution. The guide concludes with an overview of reference works and periodicals in the field and a description of selected research collections. The Automobile in American History and Culture provides a resource with which to examine the entire field and its structure. Popular culture scholars and enthusiasts involved in automotive research will appreciate the extensive scope of this reference. Cross-referenced throughout, it will serve as a valuable research tool.