Books with author Caroline Corby

A thrilling historical adventure in the "Before They Were Famous" series, telling the story of the young William the Conqueror.A young boy is sent away to France, far from the political turmoil of the Normandy court. He spends his years training to become a knight and learning the value of friendship and loyalty - which will be vital when decides he must return to take his rightful place as Duke of Normandy. This thrilling historical adventure, one of the "Before They Were Famous" series that includes the Cleopatra, Boudica and Pocahontas, tells the story of a young boy who one day became known as William the Conqueror.

[Read by Traber Burns]Between 1819 and 1845, as veterans of the Revolutionary War were filing applications to receive pensions for their service, the government was surprised to learn that many of the soldiers were not men but boys, many of whom were under the age of sixteen and some even as young as nine. In Boy Soldiers, Caroline Cox reconstructs the lives and stories of this young subset of early American soldiers, focusing on how these boys came to join the army and what they actually did in service. Giving us a rich and unique glimpse into colonial childhood, Cox traces the evolution of youth in American culture in the late eighteenth century.

Caroline thought her big high school challenges were maintaining grades and a social life. Did she look fat in that outfit? Should she break up with her boyfriend? Did she belong in honors English? Questions hard enough and simple enough. That was before senior year, before moving to a new high school. Senior year of 1965-1966 meant starting over during a moment in history that would have been turbulent enough during quiet times. But this year saw a military draft, deferments, civil rights legislation, and the effects of race riots. Even in small town Wisconsin, those developments were felt. Caroline found herself wedged into one of America's seismic shifts.A diary is Caroline's chronicle of this year of wonders - her introduction to racial prejudice as she recognizes it in herself, the tragedy of suicide as she stumbles upon its victims, the confusion of sexual orientation as she discovers true friendship, and the knowledge of herself as she begins to understand the pain of loss.My Most Amazing Adventure: 1965-1966 - A Diary is an engaging and authentic record of a teenager's reboot of her own life. It's a reminder of the resilience of youth and the beauty of an open mind.

[Read by Traber Burns]Between 1819 and 1845, as veterans of the Revolutionary War were filing applications to receive pensions for their service, the government was surprised to learn that many of the soldiers were not men but boys, many of whom were under the age of sixteen and some even as young as nine. In Boy Soldiers, Caroline Cox reconstructs the lives and stories of this young subset of early American soldiers, focusing on how these boys came to join the army and what they actually did in service. Giving us a rich and unique glimpse into colonial childhood, Cox traces the evolution of youth in American culture in the late eighteenth century.

This stylish guidebook to designer dogs pairs glamorous photography with practical information about both pedigreed parent breeds. Written by noted dog expert Coile, this work is filled with trustworthy information and advice on selection, breeding, and care. From lovable Labradoodles to precious Puggles, designer dogs are the latest and hottest pet-world phenomenon. With over 200 full-color images by award-winner photographer Anna Kuperberg, each profile captures the dog's unique style.

A brand new twist on saving the Environment and Animals in a book series created just for kids. Eco Green Dog is for kids written and illustrated by kids. It shows the ways to care for pets and what a big responsibility they are. Your child will learn how to make a difference in the world just like the kids in this book did! Discover how Eco Green Dog gets his name in a fun-filled adventure full of mischief and excitement. Look for the next adventure coming soon.

Deep in the Misty Swamp lives a young gator named Ally. She wakes one day and decides that her life is dark and depressing. After some serious thought, Ally remembers a story her grandmother told her, a beautiful story about a thing called a “rainbow.” Ally decided then and there to set out to find one. Throughout her journey, Ally meets several of her friends, who offer advice and encouragement. Finally, Ally finds her rainbow, but still isn't happy. Join Ally on her quest to find out how she finds happiness within herself.