Books with title Soaring Eagle

Danny Bigtree's family has moved to a new city, and no matter how hard he tries, Danny can't seem to fit in. He's homesick for the Mohawk reservation where he used to live, and the kids in his class call him "Chief" and tease him about being an Indian - the thing that makes Danny most proud. Can he find the courage to stand up for himself? Great listening for families and children grades 2 and up.

Following on the success of their bestselling board book Hello Humpback!, the celebrated and award-winning authors Roy Henry Vickers and Robert Budd are back with One Eagle Soaring, the second volume in their exciting new series, First West Coast Books. One Eagle Soaring, a “first numbers” book, explores counting and numbers with the help of West Coast animals―from a single eagle aloft, to a pair of swimming whales, as well as leaping frogs, honey-hungry bears and a group of ten dozing marmots. Combining Roy Henry Vickers’ vivid illustrations, a glossy tactile finish and a simple yet catchy text, this sturdy board book introduces babies and toddlers to the spectacular scenery and wildlife of British Columbia.

A DAZZLING DEBUT IN YA SPORTS-FICTIONWhat if a mountain-boy runner with failing vision wants to win a cross-country championship and his training partner is an American bald eagle?"Soaring Eagles is an inspiring tale of rising up when you have fallen--showing the power of forgiveness." - Jim Ryun, first high-schooler to break 4-minute mile, a world record holder, Olympic Medalist, and U.S. Congressman.Soaring Eagles reveals the trials and romance of seventeen-year-old Billy Cline, whose running family is persecuted for three generations in the Smoky mountain town of Rockside.As a boy, Billy rescues an eaglet in a tornado and is hailed a hero as the "Eagle Boy." For years "Victory" soars mysteriously over Billy who trains to restore his father's lost honor.Enter Jenny, a Scottish lass with a golden voice and iron will. Cross town rivalries for love and a cross-country championship force Billy to a special boys' home run by his Pa's old coach. A new team and a lightning strike changes everything!Sabotage! Arson! A shooting! Billy's rivals challenge his team to a dangerous and secret life-or-death match race along rugged cliffs. Can Billy's band of rejected brothers use teamwork and a hopped-up wheelchair with sidecar, the Eagle 7, to survive?Will Billy and his team embrace their coach's wise advice? "To soar like eagles...take off the weight of unforgiveness."A RACE FOR... the heart of his Love, the respect of his Team, the rights of the Physically Challenged!"SOARING EAGLES DELIVERS THE GOLD!" - Vin Lananna, men's US Olympic Track & Field Coach -RIO

With his blonde hair and green eyes, Julio Montoya is different from the others in his village, but as far as he is concerned, he is Mexican. Still, he can't help but wonder whether there's some secret about his birth. In the first novel of the Santa Fe Trail Trilogy, Julio discovers his own strength and develops a strong friendship with the Cheyenne when he is stranded in the wilderness after the death of his father.

With his blond hair and green eyes, Julio Montoya is different from the others in his village, but as far as he is concerned, he is Mexican. Still, he can't help but wonder whether there's some secret about his birth.In the first novel of the Santa Fe Trail Trilogy, Julio discovers his own strength and develops a strong friendship with the Cheyenne when he is stranded in the wilderness after the death of his father.This new edition of a young adult classic of the American West includes extensive author notes that provide the historical context for an exciting adventure novel.

A contemporary middle grade story about confronting bullying and prejudice Danny Bigtree's family has moved to Brooklyn, New York, and he just can't seem to fit in at school. He's homesick for the Mohawk reservation, and the kids in his class tease him about being an Indian—the thing that makes Danny most proud. Can he find the courage to stand up for himself? “A worthy, well-written novella.” —Kirkus Reviews “This appealing portrayal of a strong family offers an unromanticized view of Native American culture, and a history lesson about the Iroquois Confederacy; it also gives a subtle lesson in the meaning of daily courage.” —Publishers Weekly "With so many Native American stories set in the misty past, it's great to read a children's book about an Iroquois boy who lives in the city now. Bruchac weaves together the traditional and the realistic as Danny's ironworker father tells stories of his people's history and heroes, stories that give Danny courage to confront his schoolyard enemies and make friends with them.” —Booklist