Dear Napoleon, I Know You're Dead, But. .

Dear Napoleon, I Know You're Dead, But. .
Author: Elvira Woodruff
Publisher: Perfection Learning
Total Pages: 0
Release: 1994-09
Genre:
ISBN: 9780780740914

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When Marty Belucci chooses to write to Napoleon for a class project, his grandfather tells him how to get the letter delivered. His classmates are stunned when Marty receives a surprising reply.

Dear Napoleon, I Know You're Dead, But-- by Elvira Woodruff

Dear Napoleon, I Know You're Dead, But-- by Elvira Woodruff
Author: Jean Jamieson
Publisher: Novel Units, Incorporated
Total Pages: 48
Release: 1996
Genre: Education
ISBN:

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Dear Napoleon, I Know You're Dead, But...

Dear Napoleon, I Know You're Dead, But...
Author: Elvira Woodruff
Publisher: Yearling
Total Pages: 228
Release: 1994
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 9780440409076

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Marty receives a surprising reply when he writes a letter describing his spirited but sick grandfather to Napoleon Bonaparte.

Dear Levi: Letters from the Overland Trail

Dear Levi: Letters from the Overland Trail
Author: Elvira Woodruff
Publisher: Yearling
Total Pages: 0
Release: 1998-02-10
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0679885587

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In 1851, 12-year-old orphan Austin Ives joins a wagon train headed for California. As he makes his way across the country, Austin writes home to his brother Levi, describing life on the rugged Overland Trail. Extensively researched, with episodes based on true incidents, "the epistolary format and character development offer solid reading."--Booklist An IRA Teachers' Choice

Small Beauties

Small Beauties
Author: Elvira Woodruff
Publisher: Knopf Books for Young Readers
Total Pages: 78
Release: 2014-04-30
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0307546705

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"One day this child shall hold the very heart of our family in the palm of her hand," predicts Granny on the day Darcy Heart O'Hara is born in a cottage on Derry Lane, in the town of Pobble O'Keefe, in County Kerry, Ireland. Darcy grows up to be a noticer, delighting in the small beauties all around her: a dew-covered spider web, castles in the clouds, a shiny wooden rosary bead. Life is simple but sweet in Pobble O'Keefe, with her family gathered round the hearth in the evenings while Granddad's voice fills the small room with stories. But in 1845, a blight strikes the land, the potatoes turn rotten, and Darcy and her family must leave Ireland forever. How will Darcy ever find a way to to bring the small beauties of home across the sea to America? Elvira Woodruff's story of emigration, heartbreak, and hope is vividly illustrated with the warm, evocative oil paintings of Adam Rex.

Fearless

Fearless
Author: Elvira Woodruff
Publisher: Scholastic Inc.
Total Pages: 242
Release: 2011-08
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0439677041

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The harrowing adventure of a boy, a real-life famous daredevil, and a monster storm When a storm brings down his father's boat, Digory Beale is forced to leave home to discover his fate. For if Digory has been orphaned, he can never go home again. On his journey, Digory becomes the apprentice to Henry Winstanley, a charming stranger whose life's obsession is to save sailors' lives. Digory must face his fears of the sea to help Henry bring candles to the amazing rock lighthouse Henry has built on a killer reef. But who could have known the force of the monster storm that was heading their way? In this poignant page-turner, Digory comes to understand the many facets of courage -- and what it means to be a true hero.

The Magnificent Mummy Maker

The Magnificent Mummy Maker
Author: Elvira Woodruff
Publisher: Perfection Learning
Total Pages: 0
Release: 1995-07
Genre: Mummies
ISBN: 9780780766327

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Ten-year-old Andy's life changes after a strange encounter with an ancient mummy during a class trip to the museum.

Dear Austin: Letters from the Underground Railroad

Dear Austin: Letters from the Underground Railroad
Author: Elvira Woodruff
Publisher: Yearling
Total Pages: 146
Release: 2000-08-08
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0375803564

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Now in paperback! In this companion novel to Dear Levi, told in letters,11-year-old Levi helps a young African American in a harrowing flight for freedom along the Underground Railroad.

Of Thee I Sing

Of Thee I Sing
Author: Barack Obama
Publisher: Knopf Books for Young Readers
Total Pages: 41
Release: 2010-11-16
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 0375983295

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Barack Obama delivers a tender, beautiful letter to his daughters in this powerful picture book illustrated by award-winner Loren Long that's made to be treasured! In this poignant letter to his daughters, Barack Obama has written a moving tribute to thirteen groundbreaking Americans and the ideals that have shaped our nation. From the artistry of Georgia O'Keeffe, to the courage of Jackie Robinson, to the patriotism of George Washington, Obama sees the traits of these heroes within his own children, and within all of America’s children. Breathtaking, evocative illustrations by award-winning artist Loren Long at once capture the personalities and achievements of these great Americans and the innocence and promise of childhood. This beautiful book celebrates the characteristics that unite all Americans, from our nation’s founders to generations to come. It is about the potential within each of us to pursue our dreams and forge our own paths. It is a treasure to cherish with your family forever.

George Washington's Socks

George Washington's Socks
Author: Elvira Woodruff
Publisher: Perfection Learning
Total Pages: 0
Release: 1993-02
Genre: Space and time
ISBN: 9780780727045

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In the midst of an innocent lakeside campout, five modern-day children are transported back into the time of George Washington. Humorous, historical fiction that middle graders will enjoy.