Books with author K. L. Russell

Sam is an inquisitive Border collie puppy who feels that life would be better if he were one of the other animals on the farm. Sam tries to fulfill the roles of the other animals but, of course, is unsuccessful in his search for greener pastures. By the end of the book, he learns he already exists in green pastures. The Farm Puppy will draw the reader into Sam's world through the detailed illustrations as well as the story. They will be able to identify with his desire to explore the lives of others and feel satisfaction when he understands that he is just the way he needs to be. 'The Farm Puppy is a delightful story that will appeal to most young children. What child hasn't wanted to be someone else? The charming illustrations bring the story to life as Sam continues his journey in search of himself.' Helen Hamilton, Former Elementary School Principal

This is a travel book for children and bored adult passengers. Rather than immersing themselves in electronic gadgets, they are required to look out the car windows as they travel on the American Interstate Highway system to see many wonderful sites not visible on their I-pad. It fills time and provides interesting information during travel vacations or while going to grandma's. It is a series of full color pictures of 18 wheeler trucks with some interesting facts about the trucks, the trucking industry, and the American interstate highway system. There is space to allow the children to record certain basic information about the trip. It makes a wonderful travel book or gift for younger passengers and will provide many hours of entertainment as they search for the trucks. Even though some firms have more than 10,000 trucks, you will find it difficult to spot these trucks, even on long interstate trips. Mathematics is very important to these trucks -- how far can they go in a 10 hour day traveling at 65 mph? How many cubic feet does a trailer have that is 53' long, 8' wide, and 108 inches high? How many gallons of milk can fit in the trailer if the total truck weight is limited to 80,000 pounds? If diesel fuel costs $3.99 per gallon and the truck gets 7.6 gallons per mile, how much does the fuel cost to deliver toilet paper 1,500 miles? All of these questions must be answered by the truck owner before he agrees to take an order and deliver the potatoes from Idaho to a French fry making plant in Philadelphia.

Welcome to Alexander’s world. As the youngest polar bear cub in the royal family, everyone has certain expectations of him. But he’s not like everyone else. He struggles to fight and fish (the two most important skills every polar bear needs). He’s an easy target for the bullies. And his big brother Leo is brilliant at everything. It’s only when Alexander’s special abilities and markings single him out that he begins to come into his own. Events unfold and he has to grow up quickly. The broken-hearted, brave polar bear has to leave behind all those he loves in order to save them. With his trusted pal, Cooper, by his side, the pair embark on a mission that will change their lives and scare them half to death. They have to flee from a vicious attack, save the kingdom, prevent Naomi from being forced into marriage with the enemy, find help, and, most importantly, survive. Join Alexander and his magical pals as he takes on the biggest challenge of his life, learns who his real friends are, and becomes the bravest polar bear warrior the kingdom has ever seen. Filled with themes of love, loss, betrayal, friendship, family loyalty, persistence and bravery, this incredible book will capture the imagination of readers from 10 to 100.