Books with author Bill Farnsworth

When Lucy sees a replica of the famous photograph celebrating the completion of the Transcontinental Railroad at the National Museum of American History, she is amazed. Suddenly, Lucy's imagination takes her back in time and she is the photographer, A.J. Russell, about to capture the historic moment on film.Book Features:- Large, colorful illustrations on every page- An interesting story with historical facts- 48 pages, including glossary- Dimensions: 6 x 9 inches- Appropriate for Ages 3 - 7

SOJO: MEMOIRS OF A RELUCTANT SLED DOG is Pam Flowers' newest book. This story, told from Sojo's perspective, is a jaunty tale sure to delight readers of all ages.Readers who enjoy this book will also enjoy the book ORDINARY DOGS, EXTRAORDINARY FRIENDSHIPS, which tells eleven stories about Sojo's relatives.NOW - more about the book Sojo: Memoirs of A Reluctant Sled Dog!Sojo the sled dog is born into a hardworking, talented family and starts life as a happy, trusting, and confident puppy. But her confidence rapidly wanes as she begins to understand how complicated and challenging it is to be a sled dog. Overshadowed by her sister, Anna, who is very confident and gets all the glory, Sojo, undergoes training and much to her surprise makes the team. When explorer Pam Flowers and the team set out alone across the arctic, Sojo will be confronted with many challenges. But does she have what it takes to become a top-notch sled dog and successfully complete the journey?

Ellie, a formerly abandoned mix-Lab puppy, and her new owner set out to hike the more than 2,000 mile long Appalachian Trail. Whether it is fording rivers, enduring storms, or scrambling up rugged cliffs, this true adventure story follows the companions as they survive nature as a team. The only in-print children's book about hiking the Appalachian Trail, this is a thrilling tale of persistence, bravery, and friendship.

Kevin is now a Native American Arapaho named Yellow Bear, participating in his first raid on a Comanche camp. Soon he realizes he is up against the biggest challenge of his life. Will he be able to keep his wits about him and earn the respect of his tribe?Book Features:- Large, colorful illustrations on every page- An interesting story with historical facts- 32 pages, including glossary- Appropriate for Reading Level: Grades 2-4- Appropriate for Interest Level: 6-12 years- Hardcover dimensions: 8 1/4 x 10 1/4 inches

Introducing Wunderkind Elsie the OverachieverE. W. Farnsworth’s latest character creation—Elsie Landers--comes from a distinguished family of real secret agents. Her parents and teachers recognize her brilliance and encourage her to achieve excellence through extracurricular activities at her school. Three stories in this volume document her evolving roles as photographer for her school newspaper. Her analytical, problem-solving mind and operational style make mundane tasks into fascinating mysteries as well as learning experiences for herself and everyone in her elite circle. The second three stories in this volume extend her interests and responsibilities beyond “ace photographer” to editor-in-chief and leader of her peers, focusing on a cluster of pressing problems of our time as seen from the young students' unique point of view.

All aboard! Children travel back in time when Lucy suddenly transforms into Andrew Russell, the man who took the famous photograph of the golden spike as it was pounded into the last rail of the Transcontinental Railroad in 1869. She hears heart-wrenching stories from the railroad workers about the troubles and difficulties in building the first Transcontinental Railroad. In The Last Rail: The Building of the First Transcontinental Railroad, children learn how the building of this railroad changed travel and unified the nation at last. This 32-page, beautifully illustrated book comes with additional information about the Transcontinental Railroad and a glossary of key terms to extend the learning fun!Book Features:- Large, colorful illustrations on every page- An interesting story with historical facts- 32 pages, including glossary- Appropriate for Reading Level: Grades 2-4- Appropriate for Interest Level: 6-12 years- Hardcover dimensions: 8 1/4 x 10 1/4 inches

All aboard! Children travel back in time when Lucy suddenly transforms into Andrew Russell, the man who took the famous photograph of the golden spike as it was pounded into the last rail of the Transcontinental Railroad in 1869. She hears heart-wrenching stories from the railroad workers about the troubles and difficulties in building the first Transcontinental Railroad. In The Last Rail: The Building of the First Transcontinental Railroad, children learn how the building of this railroad changed travel and unified the nation at last. This 32-page, beautifully illustrated book comes with additional information about the Transcontinental Railroad and a glossary of key terms to extend the learning fun!Book Features:- Large, colorful illustrations on every page- An interesting story with historical facts- 32 pages, including glossary- Appropriate for Reading Level: Grades 2-4- Appropriate for Interest Level: 6-12 years- Paperback dimensions: 8 x 10 inches