Patricia Hermes Libri

For anyone who has ever dreamed of hearing a horse's story . . . "Independence, Missouri, 1846 Koda is a bay quarter horse with a white blaze. He loves to explore the countryside and run free with his human friend Jasmine nearby. But after Koda sets out with Jasmine's family on a long and dusty wagon train journey on the Oregon Trail, he finds out what is truly important to him. Here is Koda's story . . . in his own words. With moving and knowledgeable text and lovely black-and-white art throughout--both by real horse people--this is the perfect fit for all lovers of horses and history! "From the Trade Paperback edition.

Set in Northern Nevada, the story follows Black Cloud, a mustang colt who enjoys the freedom of life in the wild with his herd. His idyllic existence is disrupted by human intrusion, leading to significant changes in his world. Narrated from Black Cloud's perspective, the novel offers a poignant exploration of a horse's life, reminiscent of "Black Beauty." Additionally, it features an appendix with photographs and information about mustangs and the history of their legal protections, enriching the reader's understanding of these majestic animals.

When she's not invited to Tiffany's Halloween party, seven-year-old Katie decides to create her own celebration by secretly turning the shed into a haunted house.

In Patricia Hermes's second installment of Joshua's journey West in 1848, we meet the young adventurer once again upon his arrival in Oregon, where his new life will begin.It is the fall of 1848, and Joshua and his family have finally arrived in Oregon. Excited about their new home, they choose a place to build and raise a farm. Though life out West is trying, and they must cope with losses and setbacks, they also experience great success and joy.

Kevin and his friend Bailey conspire to prevent Kevin's father from moving himself and Kevin once again.

Set in 1607, the story follows nine-year-old Lizzie Barker as she documents her experiences in Jamestown for her twin brother, Caleb, who remains in England due to health issues. Through her journal entries, Lizzie shares vivid descriptions of the lush forests, her interactions and trade with Native Americans, and her thrilling adventures with new friends, capturing the essence of life in the early American colony.

In her third and final journal, Elizabeth and her brother, now reunited, grieve the death of their mother, while dramatic changes take place in Jamestown, under the strict leadership of Lord Delaware.Elizabeth, who is finally reunited with her twin brother Caleb, continues to grieve for the death of her mother in this third and final volume of her diary. And things don't get much easier when the cruel Lord Delaware begins to impose strict new laws on the residents of the Jamestown colony, and her father decides to remarry. But Elizabeth's brave spirit carries her through the hard times and into happier ones, as she and her friends rebuild the colony's church and discover true happiness.

Amy Alden finds an abandoned nest of goose eggs and brings them home. The baby geese think that she is their mother and follow her wherever she goes. Amy and her dad know that the geese must fly south for the winter, but first they will have to teach them to fly away home.

Instead of spending free time with Emma and her family, Annie the nanny chooses to spend it with Bo. They have signed up for Irish dance class on Sunday nights, and Bo seems to show up whenever Annie has an evening off. To make matters worse, Emma's mother has invited "The boyfriend" to come along on a family camping trip. Emma has another problem, too. Her best friend, Luisa, has been spending time with her worst friend, Kate. No wonder Emma is feeling a bit lonely. Betrayed, even. How is Emma going to solve both dilemmas? Will she come out on top and a little wiser, as she always has before?

Basierend auf dem Drehbuch von Janet Kovalcik, mit Farbphotographien, umfasst das Buch 190 Seiten.