Books with author Gordon

On his thirteenth birthday, Rangi Riki is gifted a beautifully hand-crafted wooden canoe. But when he defies his grandfather’s wishes and takes his friends out for the maiden voyage, they soon find themselves trapped in a vicious storm, and get washed out to sea. Just when all hope seems lost, a great island appears before them, surrounded by thick sea mist and huge cliffs. And though the island appears at first to be their saving grace, they soon discover there’s more to this scrap of land than meets the eye…Always with a smile on his face, Rangi and his friends, Nicky, Biscuit, and their dog Fang, must learn to survive in this magical place before they can make their way back home. But they must be quick to learn which mysterious creatures are friend or foe, as danger lurks around every corner...Described by some as New Zealand’s answer to Peter Pan, Ken Gordon’s book brings an enthralling fantasy adventure to the context of Aotearoa. Funny, bold, imaginative and gripping, Rangi Riki is a great read for kids of all ages.

Is there such a thing as a "normal" family? Is one family better than another? Of course the answer to these questions is no, but children are often led to believe otherwise. Young people need to understand and appreciate that when it comes to families, they are all different!One of the world's most influential and loved authors of educational children's books, Dr. Sol Gordon has created an uplifting book for young people age four and older who are curious about just what it means to be part of a family. Some children, he explains, live with both parents, while others live with one or with step- or foster parents. Nowadays, we also find children being reared by aunts, uncles, or grandparents, as well as same-sex couples. The variety of possibilities is rich in its diversity. Separations, divorce, abuse, neglect, and sibling rivalries are an unfortunate part of life, but, Gordon emphasizes, they are not the child's fault.While the many illustrations show a variety of family situations to stimulate awareness and acceptance, the text places importance on children knowing they are loved by their family members-whomever they may be-and that no one's family is perfect. But children can play a very special and important role in making their home a happier one: "It's up to you to be the best person you can be and doing well in school will help you to be a better adult, or parent, when you grow up," Gordon says.

In the newly updated Game of My Life Philadelphia Eagles, several legendary Eagles players share their fondest memories as each one recalls the game that sticks out the most from his Eagles career. The games they choose may very well be the ones with which you most associate them—a championship game, a playoff game, or a heralded comeback. But a fair number of choices may surprise you, as some Eagles cite encounters that time has buried deep within history’s vault. No matter which game each player chooses as his most memorable, each one tells a story. Each fills in a bit more of the complex legacy that defines the Philadelphia Eagles. More importantly, and certainly more poignantly, each story humanizes the larger-than-life warriors who strapped on their winged helmet each Sunday and played for the glory of the city of Philadelphia. Some of the former Eagles players profiled in this book are: •Chuck Bednarik •Brian Dawkins •Tommy McDonald •Bill Bergey •Seth Joyner •Keith Jackson •Mike Quick •Brian Baldinger •Claude Humphrey •Bill Bradley •Lito Sheppard •Vince Papale The new edition includes insight on the 2018 Super Bowl run.

Thirteen-year-old Holly and her cousin Ivy have always been close; but this summer, 1965, at the annual month-long reunion at their grandparents' lake house, the girls seem to be growing apart. Although they spend hours together painting an old rowboat the colors of the rainbow, they don't talk about things that are important . . . until they accidentally discover hidden family letters and drawings dating back to World War II. Uncovering the mystery of a ghost-like boy named Kiyo leads the girls to the many subjects no Greenwood adult will discuss, such as their uncle Jesse and his death during the war. In this insightful and expressive novel about complicated family dynamics, two girls show their elders that with honesty, courage, and empathy even old wounds can be healed.

The newly reissued Legends of the Philadelphia Phillies, originally published in 2005, takes an in-depth look at the legends that have shaped the Phillies’ identity over the last seventy years. Each chapter profiles a different beloved Phillies personality that colored the latter half of the twentieth century. Most were cheered; some were booed. Philadelphia is a city that loves you back, just sometimes in strange ways.With quotes and interviews from former and current Phils, Legends of the Philadelphia Phillies profiles Mitch Williams, Darren Daulton, Dave Hollins, Jim Eisenreich, Pete Incaviglia, and Milt Thompson from 1993’s “Beards, Bellies, and Biceps” National League championship team, as well as Mike Schmidt, Steve Carlton, and Tug McGraw from the 1980 World Series championship team. Author Robert Gordon also includes their notable predecessors, from Hall of Famers Robin Roberts and Richie Ashburn to former All-Stars like Johnny Callison and Del Ennis. No Phillies book would be complete without the off-the-field names who have defined the Phillies, such as team president Bill Giles, announcer Harry Kalas, and Dave Raymond, the original Phillie Phanatic. Each of these legends played a unique role in shaping one of sports’ greatest franchises, and Legends of the Philadelphia Phillies brings them to life once again.Skyhorse Publishing, as well as our Sports Publishing imprint, are proud to publish a broad range of books for readers interested in sports—books about baseball, pro football, college football, pro and college basketball, hockey, or soccer, we have a book about your sport or your team.Whether you are a New York Yankees fan or hail from Red Sox nation; whether you are a die-hard Green Bay Packers or Dallas Cowboys fan; whether you root for the Kentucky Wildcats, Louisville Cardinals, UCLA Bruins, or Kansas Jayhawks; whether you route for the Boston Bruins, Toronto Maple Leafs, Montreal Canadiens, or Los Angeles Kings; we have a book for you. While not every title we publish becomes a New York Times bestseller or a national bestseller, we are committed to publishing books on subjects that are sometimes overlooked by other publishers and to authors whose work might not otherwise find a home.

When Living Hurts is for people who want to help people who are in trouble. This insightful, direct book can help you interpret the early warning signals, get help when the problem is urgent, and cope creatively with anxiety, anger or frustration, sadness, loneliness, or depression.With wisdom, humor, and style, Dr. Gordon acknowledges that we live in an imperfect world. There are things to worry about and everyone feels hopeless, helpless, and unloved sometimes. Yet there are things we can do that will lead to a new understanding, new hope, and new meaning in life. In a time when depression and suicide are taking ever greater tolls, Dr. Gordon makes it clear: You and those you care about can find help when living hurts."The first in-depth book in suicide prevention and crisis intervention... it points the way to hope and help," says Julie Perlman, Executive Officer of the American Association of Suicidology.School Library Journal praises it as "concrete and concise... accessible, helpful.""Interesting, practical," says Psychology Today, "and very much to the point."

The Wide Mouthed Frog, written & illustrated by RR GordonThe Wide Mouthed Frog decides to go for a walk and comes across a number of animals in the jungle. He meets a hippo, a monkey, a giraffe and eventually a lion - and chats with each of them about their favourite food. Based on the classic joke, the Wide Mouthed Frog is an enchanting story that will captivate children and parents alike. Readers will love the amiable frog who just wants to make friends and will be entranced by the rhythm and balance of the prose. The Wide Mouthed Frog is re-produced in this edition from the original hand-drawn sketches created by RR Gordon for his children.

A blue-masked gang is trying to destroy Gill park. Everything--fountains, trees, statues--has been spray painted blue. Having returned to Gill Park to attend the Gill Park Gallery School, Willy Wilson finds himself caught up in the struggle to save his park. But the blue-masked gang isn't the only mystery demanding Willy's efforts. The parks former owner, the eccentric millionaire Otto Pettingill, has left his own mystery for Willy to solve, this one leading to treasure. Will Willy be able to solve Otto's clues, defend his park, and succeed in his demanding new school?

If you want to master the art and science of creating your own amazing garden using hydroponics, even if you don't have a backyard, then keep reading...Do you love gardening, but feel you don't have the green thumbs necessary to cultivate healthy plants? Would you like to grow your own vegetables, herbs and fruit, but don't have enough soil space?Are you sick and tired of spending hours going to the supermarket to buy chemically treated and genetically modified produce and would like to learn how to set up your own organic garden?If yes, then this guide is for you.Hydroponics is the art of growing fruits and herbs without soil. In this guide, Tom Gordon hands you the blueprint with proven steps and strategies on how to grow fruits, veggies and herbs in the comfort of your home using efficient hydroponics systems. You're going to learn how to choose the best plants to grow and maintenance techniques for healthy and vibrant-looking plants.Here's a small sample of what you're going to discover in Hydroponics The 6 main types of hydroponic systems and how to choose the one best suitable for your budget and needsChoosing the best growing mediums for your hydroponic system11 of the best hydroponically grown plants to start in your backyardEverything you need to know about nutrition for hydroponic plantsSelecting the best lighting medium for your hydroponic plants--from natural lighting techniques to artificial lighting methodsSurefire techniques to help you maintain your hydroponics system to prevent plant diseases and keep pests under control4 myths and 6 mistakes you need to avoid like the plague if you want to grow healthy, hydroponically grown plants...and more!Even if you've never done any type of gardening before, or you have some experience growing plants and would like to explore a different gardening technique, the instructions in this guide will help you become an expert in growing plants hydroponically and you don't have to be a commercial farmer to make it work for you!Scroll up and click the "add to cart" button to buy now!