Books published by publisher Emerald Books

What happens when a bully like Jordy Jooper just won't quit? It might sound something like:Crash! Kaboom! Kerplunk! It splattered!Crusty tinsel tin, all scattered. A spaceship landed on his lawn,And, in a flash, Jordy was gone!But then it was just so peculiar, how Jordy acted the next school year.Why, Jordy Jooper beside me walked— said "please" and "thank you" when he talked.

Many young readers and families with children have enjoyed the vividly illustrated, rhyming Heroes of History for Young Readers books. Now these popular childrens books are supplemented with the new Heroes of History for Young Readers Activity Packs. This activity pack contains activities for the following four Heroes for Young Readers books: George Washington, Meriwether Lewis, Clara Barton, Geroge Washington Carver This complete activity pack also includes the activity book, audio CD, and four corresponding Heroes of History for Young Reader books, enclosed in attractive, plastic packaging for safe keeping. The items in this complete Activity Pack can also be purchased separately. Ages: 5-10

Is life in the slow lane really better? Tortoises think so! Shelly the Tortoise and her Grandpa spend the day learning about their cousins (crocodiles) eating their favorite foods (prickly cactus and flowers) and losing races with jackrabbits. Life in the slow lane seems perfect - except for those homes and highways moving into the tortoises' habitat. How can people and tortoises really live together? Shelly and her Grandpa know the answer - do you? In delightful rhymed verse, Conrad J. Storad tells the story of the tortoise and explains how it has adapted to survive in the desert. Useful information about these amazing creatures appears at the end of the book. Nathan Jensen's illustrations of tortoises taking it easy - and one Type A rabbit who learns to slow down - add to the charm of this informative book for children.

Read Book 2 in The Black Phantom Chronicles!Broken in spirit after his exile from Mira, Arnacin yearns to find his way back home to Enchantress Island. Captured by pirates and then rescued by the Nomacirrians, he discovers there’s one last thing he must do before he can find peace.As Mira falls around her, Valoretta becomes a prisoner of savages while her beloved home is destroyed and its people are scattered.Will Arnacin and Valoretta remain victims of their circumstances or find the courage they each need to overcome the past?The Eternal Struggle is an enthralling YA fantasy novel. If you like raiding pirates, harrowing escapes, and stories of healing and reconciliation, then you’ll love Esther Wallace’s gripping tale.Buy The Eternal Struggle to sail into a heartfelt adventure with the Black Phantom today!For fans of:J.R.R. TolkienC.S. LewisLloyd AlexanderRosemary SutcliffBooks of The Black Phantom Chronicles series:The Savage War (Book 1)The Eternal Struggle (Book 2)The First Siege (Book 3) – forthcomingThe Final Drive (Book 4) – forthcoming

A young shepherd boy sets out to find his calling and stumbles upon a land at war. Arnacin of Enchantress Island must wrestle with the purpose of honor, and the conflict that ensues when it’s called into question.Valoretta, princess of Mira, has been chosen to be her father’s successor, but at what cost? Her country is in conflict, conspiracies abound, and the native population has risen against her father, King Miro, and their people.Everything changes when Arnacin and Valoretta join forces to secure the future of Mira. But will Arnacin’s honor be the greatest victim of The Savage War? And will the Black Phantom be Mira's doom or salvation?For fans of:J.R.R. TolkienC.S. LewisLloyd AlexanderRosemary SutcliffReaders' Favorite gave The Savage War a 5-star review, stating that "This is an ingeniously plotted novel that is fast-paced and filled with action and focused scenes" and "The Savage War is well written with a vivid setting; deft and balanced, and featuring characters that are interesting and real."

One of the most motivating goals in life is to be a more empowered version of ourselves each day.Thus begins Being More Human. Being more human is being more kind, more compassionate, more honest. It’s being more responsible both to yourself and your fellow humans.In this book, you will:Explore how mindset influences outcomes.Learn methods for shifting between mindsets.Discover the Mind(re)set Model.Our mindset is often a barrier to our growth into the person we truly want to be. If you want to be a better You, you’ll need to leave your comfort zone. But the experience is sure to transform your work and influence your world.Ready for a change? It’s time for Being More Human.For fans of:Brene BrownSimon SinekArianna HuffingtonBeing More Human has been published by Emerald Lake Books to assist readers who are ready to take personal responsibility for their lives and be more intentional about how they live them. If you like reading books that help you create a life that's personally and professionally fulfilling, you might enjoy these other books by Emerald Lake Books:Love Your Life by Cheryl Marks YoungYou Are a Heroine by Susanna Liller

Master Sergeant Marc Youngquist has served for over 40 years in the military and law enforcement. Over those years, he has met many unsung American heroes. These are men and women who have served our country with limited resources and support while being separated from friends and loved ones for months at a time, often while living in hostile environments. When they return home, these soldiers do their best to pick up where they left off, resuming their lives, never sharing the details of their heroic acts because it s all part of the job. Even close friends and (especially) their families never hear about the danger they were in or the lives they impacted, despite the heroism of their acts. In The 143rd in Iraq, Youngquist provides a firsthand account of a Connecticut National Guard Military Police Company's attempt to recruit, train and prepare an Iraqi Police Force in 2003-2004, and the many dangers they faced as a result. From training for desert conditions in the dead of winter without the appropriate gear to driving through the night trying to find Baghdad with pieces of a map puzzle and finally to entering war zones without an adequate supply of soldiers, weapons or ammo, Youngquist shares how the 143rd Military Police Company did what they could, in spite of it all. If you have ever wondered what it means when politician's use the term boots on the ground, this military history of just one company's experiences will provide you with an eye-opening narrative, putting you in the thick of the action with these brave men and women. Whether you're interested in military history, American heroes, the Middle East in general or the Iraq war history specifically, or you simply enjoy a riveting story of bravery and dedication, The 143rd in Iraq is sure to please.

Based on the Heroes of History biographies, the Unit Study Curriculum Guides unlock centuries of history, from Christopher Columbus's daring journeys to Alan Shepard's moon voyage. Here is a flexible tool for teaching U.S. history and social studies in any learning environment. Curriculum includes: Student ExplorationsSocial StudiesCommunity LinksRelated Themes to ExploreBibliography of Related ResourcesCulminating EventInteractive CD-ROM includes:The complete Unit Study curriculum Detailed instructions for classroom, homeschool, and group use Biographical sketch Author interviews Reader reviews and more