Books with title Along The Endless River

In the not too distant and grim future, a band of survivors must face the demons of their past and the terrors of their present. The tenants of family, humanity, and faith will be tested as they navigate the world that has fallen apart around them. Set amongst the rolling counties of Kentucky's Bluegrass region, a story unfolds as the lives of ordinary people are turned upside down and they are forced to find the strength and love they need to stand against the endless river of time and the darkness of civilization brought to ruin.

Born in 1805 on the Lewis and Clark expedition, Jean-Baptiste Charbonneau is the son of Sacagawea and Toussaint Charbonneau. He is raised both as William Clark’s ward in St. Louis and by his parents among the villages of the Mandan tribe on the far northern reaches of the Missouri river. In 1823 eighteen-year-old Baptiste is invited to cross the Atlantic with the young Duke Paul of Württemberg, whom he meets on the frontier. During their travels throughout Europe, Paul introduces Baptiste to a world he never imagined, and Baptiste ultimately faces a choice: whether to stay in Europe or return to the wilds of North America. As we follow this young man on his intriguing sojourn, this remarkable novel resonates with the richness of three distinct cultures, languages, and customs.

"A engaging, rewarding picture book" - Booklist Starred Review! "This charmer demands and rewards repeat visits, and children will find unexpected pleasures every time." - Kirkus Reviews Bunny Rabbit has lost her toy duck! So Bunny and her brothers jump in their boat and head down the river in search of Little Duck. Their journey takes them from the mountaintop to the open sea, but there are many other adventures for you to follow along the way. Why are the Speedy Pigs in such a hurry? What will Laura Lamb catch on her fishing line? And what kind of mischief will Sippi Swan get into? Join this delightful river journey through forests, farms, waterfalls, and harbors. A seek-and-find book on and around the river for little adventurers ages 3 and up. Guided Reading Level N

In the not too distant and grim future, a band of survivors must face the demons of their past and the terrors of their present. The tenants of family, humanity, and faith will be tested as they navigate the world that has fallen apart around them. Set amongst the rolling counties of Kentucky's Bluegrass region, a story unfolds as the lives of ordinary people are turned upside down and they are forced to find the strength and love they need to stand against the endless river of time and the darkness of civilization brought to ruin.

Boats of all shapes and sizes travel on the river, through the seasons, toward the sea. Who will you meet on the river?This vibrant picture book from Brazil depicts the joy of the journey, showing in simple yet detailed illustrations the people you might meet along the way, the sights you might see and the food you might eat. Readers will delight in identifying recurring details when rereading. Reminiscent of the highly acclaimed Jimmy the Greatest!, which received six starred reviews, Along the River is a celebration of community bonds and shared experiences.With strong social studies curriculum connections, Along the River introduces young children to an alternate form of transportation, as well as to some of the customs and culture of Brazil.

"A engaging, rewarding picture book" - Booklist Starred Review! "This charmer demands and rewards repeat visits, and children will find unexpected pleasures every time." - Kirkus Reviews Bunny Rabbit has lost her toy duck! So Bunny and her brothers jump in their boat and head down the river in search of Little Duck. Their journey takes them from the mountaintop to the open sea, but there are many other adventures for you to follow along the way. Why are the Speedy Pigs in such a hurry? What will Laura Lamb catch on her fishing line? And what kind of mischief will Sippi Swan get into? Join this delightful river journey through forests, farms, waterfalls, and harbors. A seek-and-find book on and around the river for little adventurers ages 3 and up. Guided Reading Level N

Born in 1805 on the Lewis and Clark expedition, Jean-Baptiste Charbonneau is the son of Sacagawea and Toussaint Charbonneau. He is raised both as William Clark’s ward in St. Louis and by his parents among the villages of the Mandan tribe on the far northern reaches of the Missouri river. In 1823 eighteen-year-old Baptiste is invited to cross the Atlantic with the young Duke Paul of Württemberg, whom he meets on the frontier. During their travels throughout Europe, Paul introduces Baptiste to a world he never imagined, and Baptiste ultimately faces a choice: whether to stay in Europe or return to the wilds of North America. As we follow this young man on his intriguing sojourn, this remarkable novel resonates with the richness of three distinct cultures, languages, and customs.

From the acclaimed bestselling author of The Piano Shop on the Left Bank, a historical novel about Jean-Baptiste Charbonneau, the son of Sacagawea, and his intriguing sojourn as a young man in 1820s Paris.Born in 1805 on the Lewis and Clark expedition, Jean-Baptiste Charbonneau was the son of the expedition's translators, Sacagawea and Toussaint Charbonneau. Across the Endless River compellingly portrays this mixed-blood child's mysterious boyhood along the Missouri among the Mandan tribe and his youth as William Clark's ward in St. Louis. The novel becomes a haunting exploration of identity and passion as eighteen-year-old Baptiste is invited to cross the Atlantic in 1823 with young Duke Paul of Württemberg. During their travels throughout Europe, Paul introduces Baptiste to a world he never imagined. Gradually, Baptiste senses the limitations of life as an outsider. His passionate affair with Paul's older cousin helps him understand the richness of his heritage and the need to fashion his own future. But it is Maura, the beautiful and independent daughter of a French-Irish wine merchant Baptiste meets in Paris, who most influences his ultimate decision to return to the frontier.Rich in the details of life in both frontier America and the European court, Across the Endless River is a captivating novel about a man at the intersection of cultures, languages, and customs.

From friendly dolphins to giant pandas, from icebergs and glaciers to energy from the sun, from magnets to solids, liquids, and gases, Rookie Read-About Science is a natural addition to the primary-grade classroom with books that cover every part of the science curricula. Includes: animals, nature, scientific principles, the environment, weather, and much more!

Grandpa Joe sits by the river having tea with his granddaughter. Then out comes a most wonderful tale of his boyhood feats of derring-do.He paddled down the river in search of a great river giant and along the way he came upon Huge fishFierce piratesBeautiful mermaidsWild animalsFriendly ChipewyanAnd before he knew it he was having an amazing adventure, culminating in the pirate’s ship sailing over a waterfall the size of Niagara Falls. Finally, the river giant appeared and somehow they all end up back having tea with Grandpa Joe and his granddaughter, sitting by the river.This beautiful, lavishly illustrated picture book by Blair Drawson, one of Canada’s most noted graphic artists, perfectly captures the summer-day fantasies of children both old and young.