Books with author Bill Farnsworth

Grandpa takes care of the garden, kneads bread, and makes music on the piano. Everyone in Callie's family helps out around the house, now that Grandpa, who has Alzheimer's, lives with them. The family becomes Grandpa's "home team," and Callie loves spending time with them. As months go by, Grandpa forgets more, and he can't do as much as he could before. But he can still make music - his fingers remember the notes on the piano. And when he can't recall the words to a favorite old song, Callie helps him come up with new things that they can sing about together. Alison Acheson's thoughtful storytelling and Bill Farnsworth's touching paintings portray a family that learns to adapt to the challenges of Alzheimer's disease while making the very best of their time together.

In the mid-1800s thousands of pioneers crossed the western plains of the United States using the 2,000-mile pathway called the Oregon Trail. Minnow and her family live in one of the many native villages scattered across the plains. She has a lively sense of adventure and her favorite pastime is swimming in the nearby river where she rightly earns her nickname. Rose and her family are traveling in one of the many wagon trains making their way west. It's been a tedious journey with little excitement. Rose can't wait for something thrilling to happen. And one day it does. On the banks of a rushing river that divides one way of life from another, two very different cultures come face-to-face, with life-changing results.In addition to writing children's books, Judy Young teaches poetry writing workshops for children and educators across the country. Her other books with Sleeping Bear Press include the popular R is for Rhyme: A Poetry Alphabet and The Lucky Star. Judy lives near Springfield, Missouri. A graduate of the Ringling School of Art and Design, Bill Farnsworth has created paintings for magazines, advertisements, children's books, and fine art commissions. He has illustrated more than 50 children's books and his book awards include a Teachers' Choice Award, the 2005 Patricia Gallagher Award, and the 2007 Volunteer State Book Award. Bill lives in Venice, Florida.

On a Maine summer day in 1884, twelve-year-old Penobscot Indian Louis Sockalexis, first fell in love with baseball. As he grew up, Louis honed his skills and dreamed of one day joining a major league team. Louis encountered opposition at every turn-from the jeers of teammates and the taunts of spectators who thought he had no place in a "white man's sport" to the disapproval of his father, who wanted Louis to focus on tribal life. Louis finally made it to the major league Cleveland Spiders, but racism followed him, until one momentous day in June 1897 at New Yorks Polo Grounds. Facing off against the most feared pitcher in baseball, Louis proved he belonged in the sport. Here is the inspiring story of a boy who dared make his dream a reality. With determination, courage, and quiet dignity, Louis Sockalexis smashed racial barriers and home runs, leaving an indelible mark on America's favorite sport.

It is the 1880s. Noah Bidson works hard on the family farm on the Colorado prairie. One day his mother tells him that his aunt Dora is coming to give him some schooling. Noah is angry. What use is reading on the prairie?Aunt Dora arrives, and all the Bidsons are surprised to find that she is confined to a wheelchair. But Aunt Dora doesn't let it stop her. When Noah refuses to learn inside the sod farmhouse, Aunt Dora finds a unique way to show him that there's a whole new world waiting for him.Avi's compelling story is brought to life by Bill Farnsworth's luminous paintings.

All six beloved Kaya stories are bound in one keepsake volume. Set in 1764, each story reveals more of this adventurous Nez Perce girl who wants to become a leader for her people. The richly illustrated hardcover offers a glimpse into Kaya's world. Inside, this book features even more full-color illustrations and words of inspiration that will delight girls who love Kaya.

Anthony enjoys gardening with Gram and learns a lot about seeds and snails. Anthony is sad when his Gram dies but learns from his mother that Gram's body was like a seed or snail shell. The real alive part of Gram is with Jesus. Gram's Song is an emotive story that helps children who have experienced the loss of a loved one understand what has happened and how to react. This sweet and touching story leaves young and old readers alike with the feeling of hope we as Christians have when faced with the reality of death.

Readers who enjoy Ellie's Long Walk will also enjoy reading Pam Flowers' newest book, SOJO: MEMOIRS OF A RELUCTANT SLED DOG. This book chronicles the life of Sojo, one of Pam's sled dogs, and is told by Sojo herself in a fun and funny style that is sure to delight readers of all ages!Now - more about Ellie's Long Walk! This book is the true story of Ellie, a formerly abandoned mixed-Lab puppy, and her new owner who hike the 2,000 mile long Appalachian Trail, ford rivers, scale rugged cliffs, and survive howling storms. It is a charming story of friendship and teamwork that teaches lessons about courage, determination, trust, and love.

This keepsake boxed set features Kaya's six beautifully illustrated books. Discover what it was like to grow up before America became a country.The set also opens up to a fun-filled game. Collect cards featuring Kaya's favorite things, and earn points as you move around the board. The first person to finish is not necessarily the winner. Roll the die and see what happens!Book Details:Format: Book+ToyPublication Date: 9/1/2010Pages: 568Reading Level: Age 9 and Up