Books with author Robert J. Myers

Yoshi the tanuki—a Japanese raccoon-dog—learns how to magically transform himself into anything, even a teapot. But what happens when he can’t change back? This is the tale of the teapot-tanuki’s adventures, from the day he leaves his family to the day he meets the Emperor himself. What will it take for this teapot to become a tanuki again? Only the Emperor’s grandson knows the answer. Asian-influenced illustrations using vibrant acrylic paints bring the mythical tanuki to life. An author’s note is included.

Teachers seeking a way to provide added enrichment or extensions for their lessons will find this book a perfect match for their classroom. Filled with puzzling elements and open-ended questions for students to consider, "Mind Stretchers" provides students in grades 4-8 opportunities to engage in fun, challenging, and thought-provoking activities in subjects such as math, geography, history, and language arts. Many of the units have students engaging in investigating, writing, drawing, constructing, and composing. The focus of "Mind Stretchers" is on activities that build creative thinking skills and widen students' perspectives beyond the "correct" response. For example, one activity, "Which Would You Take," asks your students to leave a message in the wilderness telling other members of their camping party that they are fishing. The trick is that they don't have a pen or pencil, but they do have a coffee pot, matches, a canteen, a flashlight, and a hatchet. After describing how the different objects may be useful, your students are encouraged to sketch out their answer. The book is divided into three sections: notes to teachers, student problems, and a self-check. The subject-area-based activities in this book are self-paced. They are perfect for use by students working alone or in small groups.

[This is the MP3CD audiobook format.] [Read by Robert Morris] Here is the ''master tale of the American frontier'' with all the facts behind the genuine heroism that has made the story of the Alamo immortal. The Battle of the Alamo is one of the most dramatic moments in American history, a stirring saga that has become a modern myth in which all Americans, and especially Texans, take great pride. Poet, novelist, and historian John Myers Myers gives us a fascinating account of this American symbol. With exhaustive research and obvious passion for his subject, Myers evokes the situation and characters of the legendary siege, bringing to life such figures as Bowie, Travis, Crockett, and Santa Ana with authentic details and great gusto. Here is the ''master tale of the American frontier'' with all the facts behind the genuine heroism that has made the story immortal.

This supplemental educational resource for teachers of grades K–6 contains 50 units that explore nature through cross-curriculum lessons in science, language arts, math, social studies, and the creative arts. Teachers using this book will encourage further creative and critical thinking from students, while providing hands-on opportunities to explore and investigate. The 50 units are organized into six topics: "In and On the Ground" (insects, gems, grass, earthquakes, small mammals), "On and In the Water" (ducks, rivers, ponds, seas, water beetles), "On Wings" (bird habitats, bird songs), "On the Air" (fog, space, balloons, bubbles, music), and "Personal Relationships with Nature" (waking up, dreaming, flying, seasons). Nature is typically a science subject, but this book supplements a teacher's core curriculum in a variety of subjects. Teacher notes include additional activity ideas that correspond to the theory of multiple intelligences. Each unit is cross-referenced, making it easy to balance children's critical thinking skills.

Ignor Ramus - A Curious RhymeA boy named Ignor and his sister Ignoraeach with the last name of Ramus.Lived on a hill, in the town of McGill,200 feet in front of Mount Shamus...----------------------------------------------------------This is how our story begins, a curious rhymethat weaves a tale, so surprising, so uplifting,that you and your children will read it againand again.Beautifully illustrated, the characters will form an immediate connection with your children andtheir ever developing, young imaginations. Don’t besurprised if your child will want to pull the characters right off the page and play with them.“A Curious Rhyme” relates the story of realizing that sometimes when you think you so surely know what is going on, that very often you do not.Sometimes we need someone to “Shame us” and then to “Blame us” before we truly know what is really happening. Thank you for considering “Ignor Ramus”A CURIOUS RHYME for your library.God Bless,Rob Myers

Yoshi the tanuki—a Japanese raccoon-dog—learns how to magically transform himself into anything, even a teapot. But what happens when he can’t change back? This is the tale of the teapot-tanuki’s adventures, from the day he leaves his family to the day he meets the Emperor himself. What will it take for this teapot to become a tanuki again? Only the Emperor’s grandson knows the answer. Asian-influenced illustrations using vibrant acrylic paints bring the mythical tanuki to life. An author’s note is included.

Yoshi the tanuki—a Japanese raccoon-dog—learns how to magically transform himself into anything, even a teapot. But what happens when he can’t change back? This is the tale of the teapot-tanuki’s adventures, from the day he leaves his family to the day he meets the Emperor himself. What will it take for this teapot to become a tanuki again? Only the Emperor’s grandson knows the answer. Asian-influenced illustrations using vibrant acrylic paints bring the mythical tanuki to life. An author’s note is included.

Yoshi the tanuki—a Japanese raccoon-dog—learns how to magically transform himself into anything, even a teapot. But what happens when he can’t change back? This is the tale of the teapot-tanuki’s adventures, from the day he leaves his family to the day he meets the Emperor himself. What will it take for this teapot to become a tanuki again? Only the Emperor’s grandson knows the answer. Asian-influenced illustrations using vibrant acrylic paints bring the mythical tanuki to life. An author’s note is included.

[Read by Robert Morris] Here is the ''master tale of the American frontier'' with all the facts behind the genuine heroism that has made the story of the Alamo immortal. The Battle of the Alamo is one of the most dramatic moments in American history, a stirring saga that has become a modern myth in which all Americans, and especially Texans, take great pride. Poet, novelist, and historian John Myers Myers gives us a fascinating account of this American symbol. With exhaustive research and obvious passion for his subject, Myers evokes the situation and characters of the legendary siege, bringing to life such figures as Bowie, Travis, Crockett, and Santa Ana with authentic details and great gusto. Here is the ''master tale of the American frontier'' with all the facts behind the genuine heroism that has made the story immortal.

[Read by Robert Morris] Here is the ''master tale of the American frontier'' with all the facts behind the genuine heroism that has made the story of the Alamo immortal. The Battle of the Alamo is one of the most dramatic moments in American history, a stirring saga that has become a modern myth in which all Americans, and especially Texans, take great pride. Poet, novelist, and historian John Myers Myers gives us a fascinating account of this American symbol. With exhaustive research and obvious passion for his subject, Myers evokes the situation and characters of the legendary siege, bringing to life such figures as Bowie, Travis, Crockett, and Santa Ana with authentic details and great gusto. Here is the ''master tale of the American frontier'' with all the facts behind the genuine heroism that has made the story immortal.