Books with author Patrick F Murphy

It's 1943 and young Leo tries to protect his disabled sister Ruby as the Nazis invade Italy. After his mother is arrested, he turns to Monsignor Hugh O'Flaherty to save them. But he is no ordinary priest. Known as 'The Pimpernel of the Vatican', he is the legendary organiser of the Rome Escape Line. Soon Leo is helping out with the secret network dedicated to saving lives of escaped prisoners. Bust as the sinister Nazi leader Kappler closes in, can Leo stay out of his evil clutches?Leo's War is based on the astonishing true story of Monsignor Hugh O'Flaherty, the Irish Oscar Schindler who saved over 6,500 lives during the German occupation of Rome in World War II.Told through the eyes of a twelve-year-old boy, it is a dramatic roller coaster of extraordinary human courage pitted against the darkest evil by the bestselling author of Molly's Diary.

An introduction to Election Day for the youngest readers.This fact-filled Rookie Read-About Holiday book introduces the youngest readers (Ages 3-6) to Election Day. Colorful photos and very simple nonfiction text encourage children to read on their own as they take an in-depth look at the importance of voting, different methods of voting, and how voting helps us take part in our government.

In this self-published book, author and illustrator, Patrick Murphy, brings dinosaurs to life with an expert blending of art and science. Intended for kids age 9 and up, Dinosaurs A-Z: Dinosaur Classics goes over the basics of dinosaur paleontology - what is a dinosaur? When did they live? What were they like? Do dinosaurs still roam the earth? In addition, readers get a closer look into the lives of some of the most beloved dinosaurs. After reading this book, your child will fall in love with dinosaurs all over again.

It?s 1972. Twelve-year-old Joan is sure that she is going to be miserable when her family moves. Then she meets a most unusual girl. Sarah prefers to be called ?Fox,? and lives with her author dad in a rundown house in the middle of the woods. The two girls start writing their own stories together, and when one wins first place in a student contest, they find themselves recruited for a summer writing class taught by the equally unusual Verla Volante. The Wild Girls brilliantly explores friendship, the power of story, and how coming of age means finding your own answers.

Make magic with everyone’s favorite Disney princesses!Creative young princes and princesses-in-training learn how to make their own soaps featuring Ariel, Cinderella, Belle, Tiana, and more. Make Your Own Disney Princess Soaps has twelve original recipes perfect for family-friendly fun. This kit includes melt-and-pour soap base, soap dyes, character mold trays, and even glitter add-ins! With full-color photographs, clear step-by-step instructions, and fun sudsy facts, this kit has everything you need to bring these enchanting princesses to life.Kit includes:32-page book200g white glycerin soap base45g glycerin soap pigment1g Shimmer powder1 tray with 6 character moldsYou’ll have fun creating these beautiful, magical Disney Princess Soaps.

Every kid knows about T. rex and Brontosaurus. But what about Oryctodromeus? Concavenator? When it comes to dinosaurs, some of the best are also some of the least-known. Dinosaurs A-Z: Dinosaur Oddities is a book dedicated to the strangest and most spectacular dinosaurs you've never heard of. Written for elementary school children of higher reading levels, this books contains dozens of colorful, rigorously-researched illustrations meant to bring these amazing animals to life right before your eyes. You'll never look at dinosaurs the same way again!

The bestselling DK Readers series has a fresh new look featuring redesigned jackets and interiors, and up-to-date vocabulary throughout. In DK Readers, stunning photographs combine with lively illustrations and engaging age-appropriate stories, creating a multilevel reading program guaranteed to capture children's interest while developing their reading skills and general knowledge. Written by leading children's authors and compiled in consultation with literacy experts, these captivating books build reader confidence along with a lifelong appreciation for nonfiction, classic stories, and biographies. There is a DK Reader to interest every child at every level, from preschool to grade four. With DK Readers, children learn to read — then read to learn!

Easter 1916. The Great War rages in Europe with two hundred thousand Irishmen fighting in the British Army. But a small group of Irish nationalists refuse to fight for Britain and strike a blow for Irish freedom. Caught up in the action in Dublin, is twelve-year-old Molly O’Donovan.Her own family is plunged into danger on both sides of the conflict. Her father, a technical officer with the Post Office dodges the crossfire as he tries to restore the telegraph lines while her wayward brother runs messages for the rebels. Molly a trained First Aider, risks her own safety to help the wounded on both sides.As violence and looting erupts in the streets of Dublin alongside heroism and high ideals, Molly records it all. The Proclamation at the GPO, the battle of Mount Street, the arrival of the British Troops. But will Molly’s own family survive and will she be able to save her brother?This is her diary.

Saddle up for an adventure with two sisters as they revitalize their school's horseback riding club while also helping out at their family's bakery in DK Adventures: Horse Club. Emma adores horses as much as she idolizes her older sister, Amanda. She dreams about riding a cinnamon-colored horse in a show alongside her one day. Emma's wish looks like it's about to come true — but it's not such a smooth ride. Join Emma and Amanda at Paddock Promises' camp and learn how to handle, groom, tack up and ride a horse, meet horses from myths and legends, plus get a recipe to bake sweet pony cupcakes in DK Adventures: Horse Club. DK Adventures are an innovative mix of narrative and nonfiction for kids ages 8-11 featuring engaging, action-packed stories that help kids build their skills in vocabulary, grammar, comprehension, and critical thinking while developing a love of reading. With diaries, recipes, poetry, instructions, graphics, or songs, the genre spreads in each DK Adventures title enhance the story and reinforce curriculum learning, while the expansive range of entertaining nonfiction subjects will appeal to boys and girls everywhere. Supports the Common Core State Standards.

It?s 1972. Twelve-year-old Joan is sure that she is going to be miserable when her family moves. Then she meets a most unusual girl. Sarah prefers to be called ?Fox,? and lives with her author dad in a rundown house in the middle of the woods. The two girls start writing their own stories together, and when one wins first place in a student contest, they find themselves recruited for a summer writing class taught by the equally unusual Verla Volante. The Wild Girls brilliantly explores friendship, the power of story, and how coming of age means finding your own answers.