Books with title In My Own Backyard

The Train in My Backyard is an endearing children's story of a young boy's Grandfather sharing fond memories of the trains that would pass his backyard. The loudness and the contents have forever found a special place in his heart. About the Author Yolette Reidy is a first-time author and the mother of three amazing children: Brian, Brittany and Bo. She and her husband of twenty-eight years, along with Bo, reside in Severna Park, Maryland, where they share a house with three cats and their adopted dog, Xander. Reidy loves to read and also enjoys gardening and decorating. Publishing this book has fulfilled a personal goal that she has always had for herself and she hopes that her story, born in a backyard in Northeastern Pennsylvania, will spark a happy memory for whoever reads it.

The Train in My BackyeardBy: Yolette ReidyThe Train in My Backyard is an endearing children’s story of a young boy’s Grandfather sharing fond memories of the trains that would pass his backyard. The loudness and the contents have forever found a special place in his heart.About the AuthorYolette Reidy is a first-time author and the mother of three amazing children: Brian, Brittany and Bo. She and her husband of twenty-eight years, along with Bo, reside in Severna Park, Maryland, where they share a house with three cats and their adopted dog, Xander. Reidy loves to read and also enjoys gardening and decorating. Publishing this book has fulfilled a personal goal that she has always had for herself and she hopes that her story, born in a backyard in Northeastern Pennsylvania, will spark a happy memory for whoever reads it.

In My Backyard takes you on an imaginary journey as told through seven children who let their imaginations transform their backyards into an adventure. A hilly backyard becomes a daring mountain climb, an outside balcony becomes a palace terrace, and many more adventures occur as the children’s imaginations take them to new places. Who knows what imaginative place your child will create out of their backyard after they read this book?

This is a story about a pig. He doesn’t talk. He doesn’t drive a car or live in a house. He doesn’t do tricks and he hasn’t been sent here to save the planet. He’s just a pig. And his name is Milo This story follows the beauty and simplicity of one pig’s life - from beginning to end - through the eyes of a man who asks nothing of him yet receives so much.

Bugs In My Backyard is an innovative combination of learning and fun for children and parents. Author Debbie Groat taps children's natural curiosity and leads them in an adventure of wonder and discovery. Divided into two sections, this interactive book first piques children's interest in the "creepy crawler" creatures indigenous to every child's backyard. Then, in a creative do-together project, parents and children create a photo keepsake to capture the excitement of their discoveries. Easy-to-read text and colorful illusatrations make Bugs In My Backyard a winner for children, parents, and the child in all of us.

How can someone havea Whale in their Backyard? In this story, based on actual events, you will learn how a humpback whale is discovered off the coast of Maine, brought to the mainland and eventually its bones are reconstructed a display at The Bar Harbor Whale Museum. And, yes, for part of this adventure the whale is in a backyard. Have you ever seen a dinosaur, whale or other marine mammal skeleton on display at a museum or aquarium? Well, this book will answer your question, How did they do that? The book is intended for middle grade curriculum and readers ages 8-11 years. However, readers of all ages will come away from the book with a better understanding of how skeletal displays are created. Facts about humpbacks are woven throughout. Young scientists will find an enjoyable mix of information and adventure. Reluctant readers will be captivated by the realistic illustrations that are a strong bonus to the strong story line. These were created by Dee Perry with ink, colored pencils and watercolors.