Books with author J. L. Patrick

12 year old Jack Crawford is the only person who can save his dad’s life. Trouble is he’s trapped thousands of miles away in a remote Scottish boarding school. He needs help but his new classmates are a bunch of spoiled, lazy, resentful pre-teens.Bryce: Ruthless leader. Likes rules. Hates losers.Holly: Fearless Head master’s daughter. Likes trouble.Rishi: Likes computers. Hates trouble.Sergei: Neglected Billionaire’s son. Likes marshmallows.Boyd: Bored Texan giant. Likes girls. All of them.With time running out, Jack must forge this bunch of misfits into The Invincibles, a crack team of daring escapologists, whip-smart cryptographers, cunning App programmers and robotic engineers. But will The Invincibles risk everything for Jack? Can they overcome their worst fears, face a ghost, crack a secret code, unmask a traitor, evade a trained killer and when the time comes… …seize complete control of their school?

Agent Rogers is a battle-tested tactical operator for a clandestine black ops agency that is accountable only to the President of the United States. The agency and its operators receive only one order- ACCOMPLISH THE MISSION!Special Agent Rock Rogers parachutes into the dark night of the snow covered tundra of Siberia to rescue Colonel Jeb Riker, the leader of the Agency, a clandestine black ops organization. Rock encounters endless dangers as he battles the Russian Mafia in a race against time to complete his mission before Colonel is murdered and Top Secret government information falls into enemy hands.

Did you know that many animals make their homes in the coldest, most barren places on Earth?Beautiful color photos and lyrical text written by Children's Poet Laureate J. Patrick Lewis transform these nonfiction books into works of art as they introduce readers (Ages 6-7) to the animals that live in the some of the Earth's most fascinating biomes. Meet emperor penguins, arctic foxes, and more in the pages of My Home on the Ice.

In search for answers to some of life’s biggest questions, five friends set out on a journey to discover an ancient treasure. Against the warnings, this group of childhood friends search for the legendary treasure they heard about for years. While on their journey they encounter strange happenings and mystical creatures. With an angel’s protection, the youngest one leads them. A broken relationship is rekindled, another finds peace after grief and loss, while one lives in constant rebellion. In spite of everything, the Taellywood Treasure possesses a deep, held secret. Inside this treasure chest holds something much greater than all the precious jewels of the world. Legend proclaims it holds a box which contains God’s wisdom. In this treasured wisdom box one will find all the answers. For whoever opens it will acquire all the wisdom of God and attain all human understanding. Each one has their own reasons for this quest. They will be tested and challenged. In their search for truth, will they compromise their values to uncover it? The Taellywood Treasure Hunt is a discovery of wisdom. It’s a desire for answers, a pursuit of truth, and a journey of destiny. It’s a soul’s quest to uncover the wisdom of God, to understand why things happen, and what these friends discover is the most valuable gift of all.

Learn why sometimes Santa prefers the front door!Beautiful color photos and lyrical text written by Children's Poet Laureate J. Patrick Lewis transform these nonfiction books into works of art as they introduce readers (Ages 6-7) to Holidays.From building a gingerbread house to sharing presents under the tree, this book helps readers celebrate the joys of Christmas.

Learn what your Halloween dreams may mean!Beautiful color photos and lyrical text written by Children's Poet Laureate J. Patrick Lewis transform these nonfiction books into works of art as they introduce readers (Ages 6-7) to Holidays.From carving a jack-o'-lantern to trick-or-treating with friends, this book helps readers celebrate the joys of Halloween.

Named one of the Best Children's Books of 2012 by Kirkus Reviews!"Add a little natural wonder to your poetry shelves. Because if we’re talking about the best possible compliment to your eyes and ears alike, few have as many perks and grand moments as this." —School Library Journal starred review "Out of a windless August night/A luna moth in ghostly lightBeat softly on my window screen/Tick-tick-ticking-all silver green.She whispered secrets in my ear--/I am but a stranger here.The stars are scrawled across the sky/By ghostwriters, the Moon and I.You will not see me here tonight--/I have a thousand stars to write."What could be better than cuddling up with your child and this book on your lap and allowing your imaginations to soar with the words and images? Lovingly selected by U.S. Children's Poet Laureate J. Patrick Lewis and paired with vibrant animal photography, this collection of poems is an exuberant celebration of the animal kingdom and a beautiful introduction to this genre of literature. Designed for family sharing but targeted to ages 4-8, this dynamic, fresh, yet still classic collection of animal poems is a must-have for the family bookshelf.Featured poets include J. Patrick Lewis, Dorothy Aldis, Emily Dickinson, Benjamin Franklin, Robert Frost, Rudyard Kipling, Jack Prelutsky, Elizabeth Madox Roberts, Robert Louis Stevenson, Alfred, Lord Tennyson, and many more.Divided into chapters that group the poems by theme for extra resonance, the collection is a mix of old and new, classics, and never-before-published. A foreword from Lewis, sets the scene for helping children appreciate this gift of language and this visual feast for the eyes. Chapters include:Welcome to the World (birth of animal young)Big Ones (large animals--elephants, hippos, rhinos, bears)Little Ones (small animals--worms, insects)Winged Ones (birds and other flying creatures) Water Ones (aquatic animals--fish, dolphins, crabs)Strange Ones (curious creatures--armadillos, centipedes)Noisy Ones (loud animals--lions, hyenas)Quiet Ones (silent or still animals--hens, rabbits, snakes)Last Thought (a reflection on the world we share with animals)

The Supreme Court of the United States is an illustrated A-to-Z guide that covers virtually all aspects of the U.S. Supreme Court, including biographical articles on all of the Justices, summaries and analysis of key decisions of the Court, articles on legal terms and statutes associated with the day-to-day operations of the court, the history of the Court, and essays on major Constitutional issues. The second edition includes new articles on major cases decided since the publication of the first edition in 1993, including Clinton v. City of New York (1998, concerning the Line Item Veto Act), Agonstini v. Felton (1997, concerning the separation of church and state), and Reno v. American Civil Liberties Union (1997, regarding the government regulation of mass-media communications). There are also new general articles on African Americans, Hispanic Americans, and Women in the Judicial branch. Illustrations include portraits, cartoons, and Supreme Court memorabilia. Articles are cross-referenced with suggestions for further reading listed at the end of each article as we as at the end of the book. An extensive list of Supreme Court-related websites now supplements the further reading.

Illustrated in full color. From poet extraordinaire J. Patrick Lewis, here is a splendiferous treat for kids who love riddles and rhymes--and who doesn't? Each colorful page contains a riddle that is also a poem. And every riddle-icious poem describes something for kids to guess. Clues to the answers are everywhere in Debbie Tilley's witty, lighthearted art. A clever introduction to poetry that will tickle the funny bones of all little riddlers. From the Hardcover edition.