Books with author Lee Marion

A wild boy who runs with wolves is the kingdom’s last hope. But first they have to find him. When a young captain and his assistant are sent on a secret mission to retrieve a mysterious healer for the kingdom’s dying ruler, they discover that the real object of their search is the healer’s son, a wild boy who leads a canine pack in the streets of the baron’s city.Gregor and Rey arrive just in time to rescue a bloodied, mute, and homeless boy from a gang of street thugs. But is he really the savior they are searching for? Baffled and unsure, Gregor and Rey have no time to sort it out. With the enemy in pursuit, they flee into the mountains, where only the mysterious boy’s ability to navigate the harsh terrain and tame the wild wolves keep them all alive. As they journey deeper into the wilderness, Gregor and Rey find themselves confronting their own secret pasts, battling a tribe of fierce hunters, and struggling with their growing doubts about the purpose of their mission and the wolf boy’s destiny.Wolf Brother is a young adult fantasy about friendship and survival. Follow the rest of Gregor, Rey, and Paul’s adventures in the Wolf Brother World Series.Author:Lee Marion writes fiction for young adults, adults, and children. LM lives in Massachusetts with a fierce and loyal pack. For more information about upcoming works, visit www.leemarion.org.Other works by Lee Marion:Wolf Kingdom, the second volume in the Wolf Brother World series, tells the tale of friends desperately fighting to free the wolf boy from his captivity to a dire destiny. Wolf Seeker, the third volume in the Wolf Brother World series, follows a young seeker on a dangerous journey in search of a lost past.

His abilities are as staggering as his liabilities. Wolf Kingdom, Book 2 in the Wolf Brother World Series.“What are your objections to his being a prince?” Vallantin prodded.Gregor hesitated; then he decided to speak bluntly. “For one thing, Paul doesn’t speak. I don’t know if he can’t, or if he can but he won’t. But he doesn’t. How can he rule without speaking?”But if he thought this revelation would put an end to the matter, he was routed by the chief consul’s response. “Silence is not necessarily a problem,” Vallantin said slowly. “A king may make his wishes known through the voices of his consuls. Not speaking may be inconvenient, but it’s not an insurmountable obstacle. Are there any other problems?” he asked Gregor pointedly.If you only knew, Gregor thought.When Gregor and Rey rescued Paul from a destitute street life and brought him back to the Kingdom of Five Mounts (Wolf Brother, Book 1 in the Wolf Brother World Series), they had no idea that even greater obstacles and dangers would await him there. Paul’s destiny as the heir to the imperiled kingdom is threatened by assassins, court intrigue, rigged tournaments, and the approach of war. Can faithful friends overcome their own obstacles and limitations in order to help Paul survive his destiny? Follow Gregor, Rey, and Paul's journey in The Wolf Brother World Series, an action and adventure event for teens, young adults, and readers of all ages.Wolf Brother (Book 1 in the WolfBrotherWorld series)The fate of the kingdom depends on a boy who runs with wolves. But first, they have to find him. To the world, he’s a destitute, dangerous delinquent. To his canine pack, he’s their protector and leader. To the troubled, war-torn kingdom of Five Mounts, he’s the only one who can save it. When a young captain and his assistant are sent on a secret mission to retrieve the kingdom’s last hope, they do not expect it to be the bloodied, mute, and homeless boy whom they rescue from a gang of street thugs. Baffled and unsure, Gregor and Rey have no time to sort it out. With the enemy in pursuit, they flee into the mountains, where only the mysterious boy’s ability to navigate the harsh terrain and tame the wild wolves keep them all alive. As they journey deeper into the wilderness, Gregor and Rey find themselves confronting their own secret pasts, battling a tribe of fierce hunters, and struggling with their growing doubts about the purpose of their mission and the wolf boy’s destiny.Wolf Brother is the first volume in the Wolf Brother World Series, which tells the story of three loners who learn that in order to survive, each must allow another into a previously closed off life. In the process, they not only come to rely on each other, but they forge a fierce bond of friendship, making their own pack. Follow the adventures of Gregor, Rey, and Paul in volumes 2 and 3 of the Wolf Brother World Series. For more information about the series, go to WolfBrotherWorld.com.Other books by the Lee Marion:Wolf Brother is a young adult fantasy story of how three uncompromising loners forge an enduring pack out of need, trust, and hope in order to survive. Wolf Kingdom, the second volume in the Wolf Brother World Series, is an action and adventure tale of friends desperately fighting to free the wolf boy from his captivity to a dire destiny. Wolf Seeker, the third volume in the Wolf Brother World Series, follows Rey’s dangerous journey in search of a lost past. (Release date: September 2017)

Nothing goes right when Rey decides to leave home in order to find out what happened to the brother left behind in Lakemore. Treacherous mountains, fierce wolves, tribal feuds, and a mysterious tracker pose daunting obstacles. But even greater dangers lie ahead in the deadly mining camps, where slaves labor to extract an explosive mineral meant to annihilate the kingdom. Rey’s only talent, to meddle in other people’s affairs and to make unexpected friends, is severely tested in this epic journey of adventure, risk, and love. Wolf Seeker is the third volume in the Wolf Brother World Series.OTHER BOOKS BY LEE MARION:Wolf Brother is the story of how three loners and outcasts forge an enduring pack out of need, trust, and hope in order to survive. Wolf Kingdom, the second volume in the Wolf Brother World series, tells the tale of friends desperately fighting to free the wolf boy from his captivity to a dire destiny. Wolf Seeker, the third volume in the Wolf Brother World series, follows a young seeker on a dangerous journey in search of a lost past.

Stories and rhymes put maths into context and demonstrate concepts in ways meaningful to children. They make maths more relevant, fun and accessible to children, sparking their imagination while developing their mathematical thinking.Developing Early Maths through Story is the new guide to help practitioners feel more confident about teaching early mathematics.Ideal for use with 3-5 years old, the book will encourage young learners to exercise mathematical concepts, both outdoors and indoors, and show practitioners how to help their children and develop their skills creatively.The book contains 14 chapters, on numbers 0 to 13, each including:* A brief outline of a traditional story* EYFS Learning objectives* Resources needed* Suggestions for younger children and babies* Scope for outdoor activities and for using natural materials* Further activities, games and extension questions* Suggestions for using ICT* Assessment opportunities.Ideal for parents and carers who want to explore or extend the learning of maths at home with their children in a very accessible and enjoyable way.

When 17 year old Charlotte Webb's normal life is disrupted by a simple dream about a dragon, she finds herself immersed in a world of Angels and other supernatural beings. Charlotte learns that she has three Guardian Angels that were commissioned to protect her. Her Trinity of Angels include a Dragon who was an invincible warrior, a Dream Weaver that had mental abilities way beyond your average psychic, and a Cleric who offered spiritual guidance and was a jack of all trades, but instead, Charlotte’s fell from grace and turned into a vampire. Though they were originally called upon to protect her from her father...

When 17 year old Charlotte Webb's normal life is disrupted by a simple dream about a dragon, she finds herself immersed in a world of Angels and other supernatural beings. Charlotte learns that she has three Guardian Angels that were commissioned to protect her. Her Trinity of Angels include a Dragon who was an invincible warrior, a Dream Weaver that had mental abilities way beyond your average psychic, and a Cleric who offered spiritual guidance and was a jack of all trades, but instead, Charlotte’s fell from grace and turned into a vampire. Though they were originally called upon to protect her from her father, Charlotte and the Trinity soon learn that he wasn't the real danger.

Lessons learned at the ranch beneath the rim. "Mommy and Grandma stood nearby, and Daddy told them how he wished there was someone to help him gather the cattle for the springtime branding. Year-by-year our herd of cattle grew larger and larger and now it was more than a one-person job to gather the cows into the corrals behind the barn. "I said, 'I can help you, Daddy.'"