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Oklahoma: The Sooner State
Blake Hoena
Library Binding (Blastoff Reader, Aug. 1, 2013)The western state of Oklahoma is a beautiful land of hills, mountains, and wide-open plains. Students will learn about the Indian Removal Act, which forced many Native American tribes out of their homes in the east and to the lands of Oklahoma. They'll also discover the Land Race that earned Oklahomans the nickname of "Sooners." The book also features geography, festivals, and local foods.
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Earth Satellites
Blake Hoena
Paperback (Epic, Aug. 1, 2017)It was an Earth satellite that started the space race between Russia and the United States. Russia sent Sputnik 1 into space in 1957, and the U.S. responded with Explorer 1 in 1958. In this high-interest title, reluctant readers will learn all about the machines that first signaled the space age.
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The International Space Station
Blake Hoena
Paperback (Epic, Aug. 1, 2017)The largest space machine to ever orbit Earth is the International Space Station. It is essentially a giant science lab for astronauts. Interested young readers are invited to enter the International Space Station in this title and defy gravity like the astronauts inside.
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Nevada: The Battle Born State
Blake Hoena
Library Binding (Blastoff Reader, Aug. 1, 2013)"Developed by literacy experts for students in grades three through seven, this book introduces young readers to the geography and culture of Nevada"--Provided by publisher.
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Utah: The Beehive State
Blake Hoena
Library Binding (Blastoff Reader, Aug. 1, 2013)"Developed by literacy experts for students in grades three through seven, this book introduces young readers to the geography and culture of Utah"--Provided by publisher.
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Cleansing the World: Flood Myths Around the World
Blake Hoena
Paperback (Raintree, )None
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The Not-So-Heroic Knight
Blake Hoena
Paperback (Raintree, Nov. 3, 2016)A knight in shining armour asks Thud and Blunder to join him on a heroic journey! But it leads to a deadly dungeon. The dungeon has lots of treasure! But it's guarded by the Ultra-Mega-Lich. The knight says he can easily defeat the monster! But his armour and sword look unused. How can two nine-year-old knights in search of adventure turn down such a great opportunity? Will the Ultra-Mega-Lich eat their souls? Will Thud and Blunder finally find fame and fortune? Find all the answers to everything - and MORE - in their greatest quest yet! These early chapter books feature writing prompts, discussion questions and a glossary.
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Perseus and Medusa
Blake A Hoena
Paperback (Raintree, Jan. 15, 2010)A prophecy states that the king of Argos will be defeated by his infant grandson Perseus, so the king throws Perseus and his mother, into the sea. They are rescued by a fisherman, and young Perseus grows up, unaware if his royal birth. Before he can claim his heritge, the hero is ordered to slay a hideous monster named Medusa.
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Perseus and Medusa
Blake A. Hoena
Hardcover (Raintree, )None
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The Not-So-Helpless Princess
Blake Hoena
Paperback (Raintree, Nov. 3, 2016)Blunder is convinced that he and Thud have to save a princess if they want to become True Heroes. Unfortunately, princesses in distress are in short supply in Village Town, so the two nine-year-old knights journey to Castle Kidnapt to hire one. Upon arrival, they find out that the only princess available for saving is a five-year-old girl with a thirst for adventure. Can Thud and Blunder keep up with Princess Punch, or will they end up being the ones in need of saving? These early chapter books are guaranteed to engage readers' critical thinking skills. Each book also includes writing prompts, discussion questions and a glossary.
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Stubby the Dog Soldier: World War I Hero
Blake Hoena
Paperback (Nonfiction Picture Books (2014-07-01), March 15, 1656)None
