Books with author R J Robertson

Join Misty and her three doggy friends on what was meant to be a relaxed day of exploring. But with trouble never too far away from the four canines, it’s not long before they find themselves accidentally adrift on a canal boat with the boat’s reluctant puppy, Ashley! The pup looked at Bertie with his bone-patterned scarf. He stared at me armed with a knife. Finally he gaped at One-Eyed Rose with the black ring around her one good eye like an eye-patch. “Arggh! Pirates!”Trying to steer the boat back to shore, the friends find themselves in hot water. It looks like they have become pirates for real as they hear on the radio that Ashley is reported as being dognapped! “News is coming in of a dognapping. Young Ashley has been taken along with a narrowboat. His people are very upset. In a statement they said, ‘Whoever has taken our poor puppy is very naughty indeed.’”If you’re going to be in BIG trouble it surely doesn’t come much worse than that! Can they prove their innocence when Ashley is returned? Can they even make it back to shore safely? Whatever happens, it’s going to be an adventure to remember! Dognapped! is a hilarious tale of over-inquisitive dogs, confused humans and adventure at sea. It will appeal to children aged 7-9.

The Illustrated History of the World is a lavishly illustrated edition of J. M. Roberts's bestselling History of the World. Now completely revised and updated, each volume of this comprehensive reference work traces the tumultuous story of humankind from prehistory to the end of the 20th century. The rise and fall of civilizations; the impact of powerful individuals on world events; the interplay of state and religion; the social and economic factors that influence societies--these are some of the themes of this masterful, sweeping narrative. Over 2,000 photographs in color and black-and-white present a unique visual panoply of the march of history. In addition, more than 200 maps and artworks in full color underscore important events. Fully integrated sidebars and feature boxes narrow in on key themes, providing an additional layer of interest. Each volume also contains a double-page, illustrated chronology of major events, plus a bibliography and detailed index. Authoritative, brilliantly written, and superbly illustrated, this outstanding and popular work of scholarship makes the whole sweep of history vivid and accessible as never before.

Loyal fans of the Duck Dynasty family will relish this collection of inspirationalmessages for each day of the year. From patriarch Phil and matriarch Kayto their four sons (Willie, Jase, Jep, and Alan) and their beautiful wives andchildren (and Uncle Si, of course), the entire Robertson clan contributes to thisencouraging guide. You'll also hear from Martin and Godwin, the only twonon-family members who are regulars on the show.Each devotional contains a brief message, a passage from Scripture, and aprayer. Not only are the messages motivational, but they are also laced with thecharacters' trademark wit and humor. An ideal companion for Duck Dynastyfans, hunters, outdoor enthusiasts, and anyone who wants to grow in their faith,The Duck Commander Devotional will both entertain and inspire.

In Mount Rushmore, readers will explore the meaning behind this larger-than-life sculpture that is located in the Black Hills region of South Dakota. This 16-page book uses colorful images and informative text to explain how this work of art came to be and why Mount Rushmore has become known as an iconic symbol of the United States.The Visiting U.S. Symbols series for prekindergarten through grade 2 introduces young readers to important U.S. symbols and their locations, while also exploring the history and significance of each. By using language that early readers can understand, these colorful pages capture a child's attention while offering an in-depth look into some of America's most prized symbols

In Messy Maths: A Playful, Outdoor Approach for Early Years, Juliet Robertson offers a rich resource of ideas that will inspire you to tap into the endless supply of patterns, textures, colours and quantities of the outdoors and deepen children s understanding of maths through hands-on experience. Juliet believes being outside makes maths real. In the classroom environment, maths can seem disconnected from everyday reality but real maths is really messy. Lots of outdoor play and engaging activity along the way is a must, as being outside enables connections to be made between the hands, heart and head, and lays the foundations for more complex work as children grow, develop and learn. Following on from the success of Dirty Teaching (ISBN 978-178135107-9), Messy Maths reimagines the outdoor space through a mathematical lens providing a treasure trove of suggestions that will empower you to blend outdoor learning into your teaching practice. It is not a how to guide, but rather an easy-to-use reference book replete with ready-to-use games and open-ended ideas designed to help children become confident and skilled in thinking about, using and exploring abstract mathematical concepts as they play outside. Many of these ideas and activities are also beautifully displayed in more than 140 full-colour photographs throughout the book, making it even easier to jump straight into outstanding outdoor learning opportunities. Topics covered include: general advice; exploring numbers; number functions and fractions; money; measurement; time; pattern; shape and symmetry; position, direction and movement; data handling; routines; and the mathematical garden. Each chapter features a section on topic-specific vocabulary and expressions to help you integrate terminology into each area of study, while suggestions for embedding maths into routines are also provided to assist in the development of creative, progressive and flexible approaches to everyday situations. Messy Maths is suitable for early years educators (of ages 3-6) who want to shake up their usual classroom practice and make the most of any outdoor space whether this be a nursery, playgroup, child-minder s back garden or a nature kindergarten as a context for maths.

STORM OF CRIMSON is approximately 225 pages long; it is the first book in an intended paranormal young adult series. The reading comprehension level is about grade seven.Written for my grandchildren, ages 11-18, "Storm of Crimson" contains no inappropriate language, profanity, or sexual situations; I use my maiden name of Jo Lewis for books written for youth, and my regular name (Jo Robertson) for my mature audiences.Sydney Banks' senior year is going well. A star female athlete, she's on track for a soccer or basketball scholarship until new student Paynton Merrick, III, enters Granite Hills High School, and her world is turned upside down by what they discover during winter break.Along with her childhood friend Jinx, Sydney and Merrick uncover an old and disturbing legend – and something dark and evil hiding beneath their high school.Can they join forces to defeat the coming Calamity? Or is it already too late?

This simple, vivid story follows the food chain created when a naughty boy throws a goldfish down the toilet: it reaches the sea and is soon eaten by a larger fish, and it in turn is eaten by a larger fish ...The chain eventually works its way round in a full circle with dramatic results. A memorable picture book from the successful author of many picture books.

Returning to the turbulent days of a nation divided, bestselling author and acclaimed historian James Robertson explores seventy fascinating figures who shaped America during Reconstruction and beyond. Relentless politicians, intrepid fighters, cunning innovators -- the times called for bold moves, and this resilient generation would not disappoint. From William Tecumseh Sherman, a fierce leader who would revolutionize modern warfare, to Thomas Nast, whose undefeatable weapon was his stirring cartoons, these are the people who weathered the turmoil to see a nation reborn. Following these extraordinary legends from the battle lines to the White House, from budding metropolises to the wooly west, we rediscover the foundation of this great country.

In Counting by Fives, readers will learn how to count in sequence with repetitive text and imagery of familiar items. This 24-page title features colorful visual aids, simple text, comprehension and extension activities, and more to effectively engage beginning readers and reinforce the basics of counting. The Concepts: Shapes and Numbers series takes the learning of basic concepts to the next level. By connecting colors, counting, and shapes to what children know will result in greater understanding. Colors looks at the colors found in different seasons, Counting introduces children to the different ways they can count their favorite things, and shapes allows them to be creative and see what they can build.

Entering the 1978-1979 season, the Boston Bruins had been one of the best teams in the National Hockey League for more than a decade. Yet they could not shake the postseason jinx the Montreal Canadiens held over them--the Habs had ousted them in 13 consecutive playoff series going back to 1940s. The Bruins wanted one more shot at their nemeses, after coming up short in both the 1977 and 1978 Stanley Cup finals. They got their chance in the semifinal round. Led by the colorful but embattled coach Don Cherry, the underdog Bruins played seven heart-stopping games. Victory seemed within their grasp but was snatched away with an untimely penalty in the final minutes of game seven. The author looks back at the season from opening night at Boston Garden to the catastrophic conclusion at the Montreal Forum, with detailed accounts of the semifinal games and a post-mortem of the infamous bench penalty.

Based on the author’s firsthand experience during the merger of telecom giants MCI and Verizon, and the implosion of WorldCom, this book teaches how internal coaching programs, when executed properly, can retain and develop talent in the face of rapid change and many unknowns.Part autobiography, part how-to manual and workbook, The Coaching Solution provides corporate managers, executives and coaches with a highly personalized, step-by-step approach to building an effective coaching program. As a former talent management executive, Robertson shares her best practices and lessons learned. Her goal is to promote coaching inside organizations and to guide those interested in building high-performance employees, teams and organizations.