Books with author Janet Halfmann

Robert Smalls stood at the Planter's wheel. Only seven miles of water lay between the ship and the Union blockade. For Robert, his family, and his crewmates, reaching the blockade would mean a chance at freedom. Growing up a slave in South Carolina, Robert Smalls had always dreamed of the moment freedom would be within his grasp. Now it was here, and all the lives aboard the Planter were in Robert's hands. With precision and daring, he would have to navigate past the forts ahead and steer the ship to the safety of the Union fleet. Just one miscalculation could be deadly, but for Robert and the others it was a risk worth taking. Seven Miles to Freedom is a compelling account of the daring escape of Robert Smalls, a slave steamboat wheelman who would become one of the Civil War's greatest heroes. His steadfast courage in the face of adversity serves a model for all who must overcome the seemingly insurmountable.

Best Children's Books of the Year: Bank Street College of EducationHonor Book: Society of School Librarians InternationalGrowing up a slave in South Carolina, Robert Smalls always dreamed of the moment freedom would be within his grasp. Now that moment was here.Robert stood proudly at the Planter's wheel. Only seven miles of water lay between the ship and the chance of freedom in Union territory. With precision and amazing courage, he navigated past the Confederate forts in the harbor and steered the ship toward the safety of the Union fleet. Just one miscalculation would be deadly, but for Robert, his family, and his crewmates, the risk was worth taking.Seven Miles to Freedom is the compelling account of the daring escape of Robert Smalls, a slave steamboat wheelman who became one of the Civil War's greatest heroes. His steadfast courage in the face of adversity is an inspiring model for all who attempt to overcome seemingly insurmountable challenges.

It s time for bed, but Little Sea Otter wants to say good night to ALL the creatures of the sea before she settles down. A patient Mama Sea Otter waits until all the good nights are said-gently reminding Little Sea Otter to say good night to her-and then Mama and Little Sea Otter snuggle together in a bed of sea kelp.With luminous illustrations of the sea, Good Night, Little Sea Otter is the perfect bedtime book for youngsters and their loving parents to share as they snuggle at bedtime. Preschoolers and their parents will make Good Night, Little Sea Otter a classic bedtime book for generations to come.

An Oppenheim Toy Portfolio 2014 Platinum & Gold Best Book Award WinnerHow Do Animals Learn To Swim, Fish, Box, Or Build?In the forest, in the pond, in caves, prairies, and jungles, in all the world's outdoor "classrooms," baby animals are...learning! They are taking lessons on how to be an expert swimmer, alarm-sounder, racer-chaser, or hide-and-seeker. They don't have books, or desks, or computers. But they do have teachers!With clear, graceful prose and striking illustrations, Animal Teachers showcases the teacher-student dynamic between adult and young animals as they are taught crucial skills needed to handle daily challenges.An entertaining combination of science and storytelling, this instructive title presents skills that a dozen different young animals have to learn.Will the animals earn an "A" for their efforts? No! But a banana or a good hiding place might be even better!

It s time for bed, but Little Sea Otter wants to say good night to ALL the creatures of the sea before she settles down. A patient Mama Sea Otter waits until all the good nights are said-gently reminding Little Sea Otter to say good night to her-and then Mama and Little Sea Otter snuggle together in a bed of sea kelp. With luminous illustrations of the sea, Good Night, Little Sea Otter is the perfect bedtime book for youngsters and their loving parents to share as they snuggle at bedtime. Preschoolers and their parents will make Good Night, Little Sea Otter a classic bedtime book for generations to come.

It s time for bed, but Little Sea Otter wants to say good night to ALL the creatures of the sea before she settles down. A patient Mama Sea Otter waits until all the good nights are said-gently reminding Little Sea Otter to say good night to her-and then Mama and Little Sea Otter snuggle together in a bed of sea kelp. With luminous illustrations of the sea, Good Night, Little Sea Otter is the perfect bedtime book for youngsters and their loving parents to share as they snuggle at bedtime. Preschoolers and their parents will make Good Night, Little Sea Otter a classic bedtime book for generations to come.

It s time for bed, but Little Sea Otter wants to say good night to ALL the creatures of the sea before she settles down. A patient Mama Sea Otter waits until all the good nights are said-gently reminding Little Sea Otter to say good night to her-and then Mama and Little Sea Otter snuggle together in a bed of sea kelp. With luminous illustrations of the sea, Good Night, Little Sea Otter is the perfect bedtime book for youngsters and their loving parents to share as they snuggle at bedtime. Preschoolers and their parents will make Good Night, Little Sea Otter a classic bedtime book for generations to come.