Books with author D. Whitehead

"If I Were a Space Moose" and "If I Were a Space Moose Too!!!" are joined in this fun book about travel and imagination. "If I Were a Space Moose" I strive to connect a child’s passion to explore with the established landmarks of our great nation. The story is targeted for early readers and is written and illustrated in the same vein of classic P.D. Eastman stories with colorful illustrations and a powerful rhythm and rhyme. In the story, a moose that is dressed like an old fashioned astronaut travels around to various landmarks of the North America and explains why he likes to visit them. The story features such landmarks as The Great Lakes, The Grand Canyon, Niagara Falls, and Mount Rushmore. Each page contains a colorful illustration of the space moose visiting the landmark. The story also features a steady and consistent rhyme that children will pull children into the story. "If I Were a Space Moose Too!!!" The Space Moose makes his second journey and with a broken spaceship he must find some new ways to travel. Full of colorful artwork of the Space Moose and his friends.The story also features a steady and consistent rhyme that will pull children into the story.

When 13-year-old Brian saw the strange streaks of light dart across the sky and into the mountains near Pineview Lake, he was sure he'd make an amazing find when he visited the family cabin. However, the discovery of a mysterious creature in a cave and a dangerous mountain man with an ax was more than he bargained for. Brian and his younger sister, Becky, must scramble to solve the mystery at Pineview Lake and save their lives before it becomes too late. Targeted for the 8-12 age group, author Rick Whitehead presents the first book in an exciting new series guaranteed to be a page-turner. Rick's style of fast-paced action and cliffhangers is sure to motivate even the most reluctant reader. Approximately 140 pages.

"Princess Deodara and the Golden Leaf" is a tale of a free spirited princess, struggling to escape the confines of her father's kingdom. The only thing standing in her way is the cursed forest that surrounds the kingdom. To find her way out she must first learn the secrets of the forest and face the evil sorcerer behind the evil curse. Early readers will enjoy this chapter book with the artwork of a picture book on each turn of the page.

A young boy falls into an incredible journey into an unknown land. Trying to find his way home he encounters a mysterious man and soon realizes he is not the only one who needs to find his way home. Out of his element the young boy must develop relationships with unlikely allies. Soon he learns the secrets of the forest and the fragile thread that ties so many lives together.

Captain Shellfish takes a field trip to America's oldest federal fish hatchery still serving. While at the Neosho National Fish Hatchery he tours the park like grounds. Where he learns about the fish being raised there. He also learns to read signs and follow rules. Captain Shellfish has a great time at the hatchery and recommends it for everyone. “This is a great place and there is so much to do. Thanks to the hard work and support of good people like you.” Captain Shellfish

Over the past four decades, Afghanistan has been form apart by social unrest and civil war. Most recently, the harsh government of the Taliban, which ruled according to a strict interpretation of Islamic law, was overthrown by a U.S.-led invasion of the country in 2001. Since then foreign assistance has helped Afghanistan begin rebuilding, and the country has taken important steps toward democracy. Yet difficult problems remain. In parts of the country, for example, the elected government must still contend with various factions for actual control, and poverty and disease are widespread. This book examines the economic and political issues facing Afghanistan today. It provides up-to-date information about the country's geography and climate, history, society, important cities and communities, and relations with other countries. Founded in 1955, the Foreign Policy Research Institute (FPRI) is one of the nation's oldest "think tanks." It brings the insights of scholarship to bear on issues in American foreign policy. Through its Wachman Center, it promotes international and civic literacy in the classroom. FPRI's Wachman Center produces webcasts for students and conferences and lesson plans for teachers.

A delightful poetry collection about childhood experiences by a talented newcomer."The principal called --No more school!It's canceled all week --April Fool!"School may not be canceled (sorry about that!) but there are still plenty of fun things to do all week long-getting a haircut with Dad, waiting for the ice-cream man, wishing on a star.From tummy butterflies on the first day of school, to the excitement of learning how to read, to the joys of slurping Jell-O, this playful poetry collection captures childhood in all its bumps and thrills. So if you'd like to know the significance of purple goop or the type of vegetable you can laugh right out your nose, turn the page and read on-you're sure to get a friendly case of the giggling hiccups!