Books with author Amie Leavitt

Nellie Bly was born as Elizabeth Jane Cochran and she was a risk-taker. She once read an article that described women as weak. Bly was so angry, she wrote the editor. The editor was so impressed with Bly's passion, he hired her! This was when she created the pen name "Nellie Bly." Bly spent ten days undercover in a woman's insane asylum to find out what the conditions were like. She went around the world in 72 days. She was a reporter during World War II and she even owned a pet monkey! Women's rights were important to Nellie Bly for most of her life. She made it her mission to not only improve life for women, but also to be a model of what a strong woman looked like.

What can glide through the air, climb up your arm as if it were a tree branch, carry its baby in a pouch, and even tuck itself deep down inside your shirt pocket? No, it s not a bird. It s not a monkey, kangaroo, or mouse, either. The animal that can do all of these things is a sugar glider. If you re thinking about getting a pet for your family, you might want to consider this unusual animal. It s friendly and fun to play with. It s a pet you can have in a house or an apartment. It s also a pet that, if taken care of properly, will be around for many years. Think you ll make the perfect suggie owner? Read this book to find out!

Miley Cyrus has a smile so big that it lights up her entire face. That s why her dad, Billy Ray Cyrus, nicknamed her Smiley Miley. This young lady is not only a happy person with a bubbly personality, she is also a very talented actress and musician. Her big break came in 2006 when Disney Channel aired the first episode of Hannah Montana in which Miley had the starring role. She is now one of the most popular stars on the Disney roster. Fortunately, Miley hasn t let stardom change her. She is still the sweet country girl from Tennessee with a smile that is just about as big as she is.

Abigail Breslin s sunshiny personality has won her many important roles in such films as Signs, Nim s Island, No Reservations, and Kit Kittredge: An American Girl. In 2007, she became one of the youngest actors to be nominated for an Academy Award for her performance in Little Miss Sunshine. Yet, even though Abigail is a famous actor, she s also just a typical kid. Abby as her friends and family call her loves to hang out with and text her friends, and she s a member of the Girl Scouts. Her goals include going to college to become a veterinarian. What would it be like to spend your childhood as an actor? Read about Abby and find out!

Pipelayers make an invaluable contribution to building projects large and small, playing a pivotal role in developing and refurbishing our national infrastructure. This book shows young readers how they can explore this fascinating and fulfilling subset of contracting, building a career from the ground up. Combining valuable industry data, engaging on-the-job imagery and potential scenarios, as well as safety and job-seeking tips, this book gives handy students a great glimpse at a trade and field often underrepresented in youth-oriented career training.

When Taylor Lautner was younger, he never imagined he d end up a big Hollywood celebrity. He was just a kid from a small Michigan town who loved playing sports and hanging out with friends and family. After receiving encouragement from his karate instructor, though, he decided to move to Los Angeles with his family to pursue an acting career. He s never regretted it. Taylor had a number of small roles before he played Sharkboy in The Adventures of Sharkboy and Lavagirl 3D. Then he landed his biggest role yet: Jacob Black in the Twilight series. Taylor is a natural entertainer, and his friendly personality and winning smile make him a favorite among his fans.

Being the president of the United States is an enormous responsibility. Who takes on that job if the president leaves office unexpectedly? Using historical examples to illustrate key concepts, this informative book introduces readers to the line of succession. They'll learn about essential and interesting concepts, such as the "designated survivor." Photographs bring important points into focus, and fact boxes give fast facts on crucial topics. This historical approach to political science provides a clear explanation of the enormous responsibilities entrusted to our leaders, making it an important addition to any library and classroom.