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Books with author Robin Johnson

  • What Is a Tornado?

    Robin Johnson

    Paperback (Crabtree Pub Co, April 1, 2016)
    "What is tornado alley and where in the world is it? Why are tornadoes called "twisters"? This dynamic title answers these questions and more as readers discover what tornadoes look like, how, when, and where they most often form, how scientists predict and track them, and the safety steps they can take before, during, and after a tornado touches down"--Provided by publisher.
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  • The Mississippi: America's Mighty River

    Robin Johnson

    Paperback (Crabtree Pub Co, Jan. 15, 2010)
    Introduces the Mississippi River, describing its sources, its course through ten states, its history, travel and commerce on the river, and the threats represented by pollution.
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  • What Is Temperature?

    Robin Johnson

    Paperback (Crabtree Pub Co, Aug. 30, 2012)
    Introduces the concepts of temperature and climate, and describes the changing of the seasons and why both hot and cold days are important for the environment.
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  • The Mississippi: America's Mighty River

    Robin Johnson

    Library Binding (Crabtree Pub Co, Jan. 1, 2010)
    This wonderful book takes readers along the mighty Mississippi. Often celebrated in music and literature, its exploration by explorers spurred the growth of a new nation. Today, the Mississippi not only provides transportation for agricultural and industrial goods but also supplies water for millions of people.
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  • Oceans Inside Out

    Robin Johnson

    Paperback (Crabtree Publishing Company, Sept. 19, 2014)
    From sunlit surface water that teems with life to the deepest, darkest depths filled with some of Earths most unusual creatures, oceans are home to a wide array of life. Peel back the corners of the ocean to find out what fascinating life exists within this ecosystem, from Earths biggest animal, the blue whale, to tiny organisms, such as kelp. Discover where the worlds oceans are and what you can do to help protect our planets rich waters.
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  • The Word Wizard's Book of Prefixes and Suffixes

    Robin Johnson

    Paperback (Crabtree Pub Co, Feb. 25, 2015)
    Presents information on how prefixes and suffixes combined with root words can create new words with different meanings.
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  • Jaguar

    Robin Johnson

    Paperback (Crabtree Publishing Company, Oct. 1, 2010)
    Jaguar is one of the most highly revered makers of high-performance and sports cars. The year 2010 marks the 75th anniversary of the Jaguar name. This exciting title traces the history behind the automobile with a look at its most celebrated modelsincluding the first Jaguar model, the SS 100, the sleek and stunning E-Type series, and the new XJ model. From the road to the racetrack, Jaguar continues to set the pace for excellence.
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  • The Urals

    Robin Johnson

    Paperback (Crabtree Pub Co, Aug. 15, 2011)
    The Ural Mountains form a natural boundary called the "Stone Belt" between Europe and Asia. This fascinating book describes the geological makeup and history of the Ural mountain range, as well as the cultures and ways of life of the people in Russia and Kazakhstan who live in its shadow.
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  • What Are Idioms, Adages, and Proverbs?

    Robin Johnson

    Paperback (Crabtree Publishing Company, Oct. 31, 2015)
    Idioms, adages, and proverbs are common expressions and sayings that have meanings beyond what can be understood by their individual words. This insightful title identifies the purpose of each figurative language form and provides strategies to help young readers decode the meanings of these nonliteral expressions.
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  • Silverwolf Chronicles: The Escape

    R. Johnson

    (Quince Publishing LLC., Jan. 2, 2020)
    ---The best new comedy series for kids. ---Plot: Two puppies are going to be sent to the pound, unless a wolf (who seems to believe he is a person) can help them escape. ---This book is full of comedy and comradery, and is the first book in the Silverwolf Chronicles series. Not to be missed by kids who are struggling with reading, kids who love to read and need a new series, or for adults looking for a hilarious read-aloud. It is just one of those books that everyone loves.
  • Thunderbolt

    Robert S. Johnson

    Mass Market Paperback (Ballantine Books, Nov. 12, 1983)
    The key to victory in World War II lay in wresting control of the skies from the Nazis. America's most courageous pilots hurled their underrated P-47 Thunderbolts time and again against the Luftwaffe's over-whelming power, and won. This is the true story of one of the greatest Thunderbolt aces of all, Robert S. Johnson: his training, his early failures, his brushes with death and his 28 kills that helped smash the German juggernaut. Step by step, dogfight by dogfight, manoeuvre by manoeuvre, he details daring aerial exploits against monumental odds with America's fabled 56th Fighter Group, a special breed of men who changed the course of history.
  • I Can, I am: A delightful colouring book for girls ages 4-7

    Robbie Johnson

    Paperback (Life Raft Media Ltd, Nov. 27, 2019)
    A delightful colouring book for girls to help develop confidence, self-belief and social skills.I can, I am combines positive psychology with the attraction of creative play to help build young girls’ self-esteem together with vital social skills such as sharing and being kind.The aim is to help them focus on their strengths while instilling positive personality attributes, which will in turn contribute towards shaping their future in a positive direction. There are 56 pages of drawings with each page helping to reinforce a particular strength, quality or action. With hundreds of different illustrations in total, this unique activity book is designed to bring hours of entertainment.
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