Alison Jay
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English
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This evocative wordless book about the mysteries of the sea invites readers to tell the story in their own words, which stimulates the imagination and helps develop visual literacy. Follow Alison Jay's distinctive crackle-varnished artwork as a storm - and what it brings - transforms the seashore for a day. Includes endnotes on marine life, lighthouses and the intriguing world of items that wash up on beaches.
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English
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In 1859, the British and Americans coexist on the small island of San Juan, located off the coast of the Pacific Northwest. They are on fairly good terms--until one fateful morning when an innocent hog owned by a British man has the misfortune to eat some potatoes on an American farmer's land. In a moment of rash anger, Lyman Cutlar shoots Charles Griffin's pig, inadvertently almost bringing the two nations to war. Tensions flare, armies gather, cannons...
Author
Pub. Date
[2018]
Edition
First edition.
Language
English
Description
Activist Belva Lockwood never stopped asking herself the question; Are women not worth the same as men? She had big dreams and didn't let anyone stand in her way--not her father, her law school, or even the U.S. Supreme Court. She fought for equality for women in the classroom, in the courtroom, and in politics.
10) Out of the blue
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Pub. Date
2014.
Language
English
Description
When a giant octopus entangled in fishing line is washed ashore during a big storm and becomes stranded on the beach, a young boy and girl, assisted by various sea creatures, push and pull him back to sea. Includes endnotes on marine life, lighthouses, and items that wash up on beaches.
13) Bee & me
Author
Pub. Date
2017.
Edition
First U.S. edition.
Language
English
Description
A little girl befriends a bee, which takes her on a journey of discovery in this wordless picture book.
16) Christmastime
Author
Pub. Date
2012.
Language
English
Description
Illustrations and single words present different aspects of Christmas, and the pictures hide links to Christmas songs and carols.
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