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The Gardener of Alcatraz

A True Story

by Emma Bland Smith ...

Illustrated by Jenn Ely ...

A prisoner gardens his way to freedom in this inspiring picture-book biography.When Elliott Michener was locked away in Alcatraz for counterfeiting, he was determined to defy the odds and bust out. But when he got a job tending the prison garden, a funny thing happened. He found new interests and skills--and a sense of dignity and fulfillment. Elliott transformed Alcatraz Island, and the island ... Read more

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A prisoner gardens his way to freedom in this inspiring picture-book biography.When Elliott Michener was locked away in Alcatraz for counterfeiting, he was determined to defy the odds and bust out. But when he got a job tending the prison garden, a funny thing happened. He found new interests and skills--and a sense of dignity and fulfillment. Elliott transformed Alcatraz Island, and the island
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The Fabulous Fannie Farmer

Kitchen Scientist and America’s Cook

by Emma Bland Smith ...

Illustrated by Susan Reagan ...

**ALSC Notable Children's BookCCBC Choices 2025A NSTA-CBC Best STEM Book2025 Texas Topaz List2025 Rise: A Feminist Book Project TitleFannie Farmer, America’s most famous cooking teacher, discovers that precise measurements are a recipe for cooking success in this STEAM picture book that includes two of her classic recipes.★ School Library Journal, starred review★ Youth Services Book Review, ... Read more

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**ALSC Notable Children's BookCCBC Choices 2025A NSTA-CBC Best STEM Book2025 Texas Topaz List2025 Rise: A Feminist Book Project TitleFannie Farmer, America’s most famous cooking teacher, discovers that precise measurements are a recipe for cooking success in this STEAM picture book that includes two of her classic recipes.★ School Library Journal, starred review★ Youth Services Book Review,
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San Francisco's Glen Park and Diamond Heights

by Emma Bland Smith ...

Series series Images of America
Hemmed in by steep hills, Glen Park is defined by its quintessentially San Franciscan topography. Only 120 years ago this area, as well as neighboring Diamond Heights, was part of the �Outside Lands,� soisolated that only farmers would settle here. Life revolved around Islais Creek, which ran through the canyon and provided water for the dairies. Then, in 1892, a German immigrant named Behrend ... Read more

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Hemmed in by steep hills, Glen Park is defined by its quintessentially San Franciscan topography. Only 120 years ago this area, as well as neighboring Diamond Heights, was part of the �Outside Lands,� soisolated that only farmers would settle here. Life revolved around Islais Creek, which ran through the canyon and provided water for the dairies. Then, in 1892, a German immigrant named Behrend
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Mr. McCloskey's Marvelous Mallards

The Making of Make Way for Ducklings

by Emma Bland Smith ...

Narrated by Peter Berkrot ...

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As soon as artist Robert McCloskey saw the ducks in Boston Public Garden, he knew he had to write about them. But how? Studying stuffed birds didn’t help.Would inviting some into his apartment work? What? Was he quack-ers?For months ducklings slept on his sofa and swam in his bathtub, making incredible messes. Quack! Quack! His roommate was not amused and his neighbors complained, but Robert did ... Read more

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As soon as artist Robert McCloskey saw the ducks in Boston Public Garden, he knew he had to write about them. But how? Studying stuffed birds didn’t help.Would inviting some into his apartment work? What? Was he quack-ers?For months ducklings slept on his sofa and swam in his bathtub, making incredible messes. Quack! Quack! His roommate was not amused and his neighbors complained, but Robert did
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Maddy McGuire, CEO

by Emma Bland Smith ...

Narrated by Brooke Blanchard ...

Series series Calico Collection
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4 hours 20 min

When spunky Maddy McGuire needs money to pay for horseback riding lessons, she decides to host a week-long pet camp. Despite many near-disasters, Maddy learns that raising the money itself was much of the fun and decides to try out different businesses. Throughout the series, she discovers skills that help her be a great entrepreneur, including organization, enthusiasm, math skills, and more. ... Read more

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When spunky Maddy McGuire needs money to pay for horseback riding lessons, she decides to host a week-long pet camp. Despite many near-disasters, Maddy learns that raising the money itself was much of the fun and decides to try out different businesses. Throughout the series, she discovers skills that help her be a great entrepreneur, including organization, enthusiasm, math skills, and more.
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How Science Saved the Eiffel Tower

by Emma Bland Smith ...

Illustrated by Lia Visirin ...

"One of the few picture-book biographies celebrating the work of an engineer, this volume tells the little-known story of a man who left his mark upon the world." —Booklist (STARRED REVIEW) The city of Paris wanted to tear down the Eiffel Tower! Gustave Eiffel, an engineer and amateur scientist, had built the incredible structure for the 1889 World's Fair. Created using cutting-edge technology, it ... Read more

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"One of the few picture-book biographies celebrating the work of an engineer, this volume tells the little-known story of a man who left his mark upon the world." —Booklist (STARRED REVIEW) The city of Paris wanted to tear down the Eiffel Tower! Gustave Eiffel, an engineer and amateur scientist, had built the incredible structure for the 1889 World's Fair. Created using cutting-edge technology, it
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Growing Up in the Shadow of Alcatraz

Childhood on a Prison Island

by Emma Bland Smith ...

Alcatraz Island in San Francisco Bay is notorious for its prison, which held some of the world's most dangerous criminals. But it was also home to more than 100 children and their parents who worked at the prison. Engaging narrative, historical photos, primary sources, and more will give readers an inside look at daily life on Alcatraz and the children who called it home. ... Read more

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Alcatraz Island in San Francisco Bay is notorious for its prison, which held some of the world's most dangerous criminals. But it was also home to more than 100 children and their parents who worked at the prison. Engaging narrative, historical photos, primary sources, and more will give readers an inside look at daily life on Alcatraz and the children who called it home.
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The Pig War

How a Porcine Tragedy Taught England and America to Share

by Emma Bland Smith ...

Illustrated by Alison Jay ...

Here is a true story of how the great nations of America and England almost went to war in 1859 over a pig--but learned to share instead.In 1859, the British and Americans coexist on the small island of San Juan, located off the coast of the Pacific Northwest. They are on fairly good terms--until one fateful morning when an innocent hog owned by a British man has the misfortune to eat some ... Read more

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Here is a true story of how the great nations of America and England almost went to war in 1859 over a pig--but learned to share instead.In 1859, the British and Americans coexist on the small island of San Juan, located off the coast of the Pacific Northwest. They are on fairly good terms--until one fateful morning when an innocent hog owned by a British man has the misfortune to eat some
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Mr. McCloskey's Marvelous Mallards

The Making of Make Way for Ducklings

by Emma Bland Smith ...

Illustrated by Becca Stadtlander ...

This behind-the-scenes look at the creation of the classic and beloved picture book Make Way for Ducklings will captivate young artists, writers, readers, and animal lovers alike.While writing and illustrating the beloved picture book Make Way for Ducklings, Robert McCloskey brings a flock of ducklings into his tiny New York City apartment. But an artist + a bunch of ducklings in his apartment = ... Read more

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This behind-the-scenes look at the creation of the classic and beloved picture book Make Way for Ducklings will captivate young artists, writers, readers, and animal lovers alike.While writing and illustrating the beloved picture book Make Way for Ducklings, Robert McCloskey brings a flock of ducklings into his tiny New York City apartment. But an artist + a bunch of ducklings in his apartment =
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Gavin McNally’s Year Off

by Emma Bland Smith ...

Narrated by R. A. Mcrae ...

Series series Spellbound
Unabridged

38 min

Gavin McNally is an eleven-year-old who lives in a small Northern California town. Just as he’s preparing to enter middle school, Gavin’s parents announce that the family will spend the next year traveling the country in an RV. How boring! But Gavin learns that a year in an RV can be many things—terrifying, death-defying, action-packed—but it’s definitely not boring! Aligned to Common Core ... Read more

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Gavin McNally is an eleven-year-old who lives in a small Northern California town. Just as he’s preparing to enter middle school, Gavin’s parents announce that the family will spend the next year traveling the country in an RV. How boring! But Gavin learns that a year in an RV can be many things—terrifying, death-defying, action-packed—but it’s definitely not boring! Aligned to Common Core
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The Pig War

How a Porcine Tragedy Taught England and America to Share

by Emma Bland Smith ...

Narrated by L.J. Ganser ...

Unabridged

19 min

It’s 1859. The British and Americans coexist on the small island of San Juan,located off the coast of the Pacific Northwest. They are on fairly good terms—until one fateful morning when an innocent hog owned by a British man has themisfortune to eat some potatoes on an American farmer’s land. In a moment ofrash anger, Lyman Cutlar shoots Charles Griffin’s pig, inadvertently almostbringing the two ... Read more

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It’s 1859. The British and Americans coexist on the small island of San Juan,located off the coast of the Pacific Northwest. They are on fairly good terms—until one fateful morning when an innocent hog owned by a British man has themisfortune to eat some potatoes on an American farmer’s land. In a moment ofrash anger, Lyman Cutlar shoots Charles Griffin’s pig, inadvertently almostbringing the two
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City Trails - Paris

by Lonely Planet Kids, Helen Greathead ...

Series series Lonely Planet Kids
Here's a book about Paris that's seriously streetwise! Let Marco and Amelia, our Lonely Planet explorers, take you off the tourist trail and guide you on a journey through Paris you'll never forget. This book is perfect for anyone who has been to Paris, plans to go there or is just interested in finding out more about this amazing city!Discover Paris's best-kept secrets, amazing stories and loads ... Read more

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Here's a book about Paris that's seriously streetwise! Let Marco and Amelia, our Lonely Planet explorers, take you off the tourist trail and guide you on a journey through Paris you'll never forget. This book is perfect for anyone who has been to Paris, plans to go there or is just interested in finding out more about this amazing city!Discover Paris's best-kept secrets, amazing stories and loads
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