The Girl Who Could Fix Anything Beatrice Shilling World War Ii Engineer

Author : Mara Rockliff
Publisher : Candlewick Press
Page : 48 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2021-09-28
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781536225679

Get Book

The Girl Who Could Fix Anything: Beatrice Shilling, World War II Engineer by Mara Rockliff Pdf

This true story of a woman whose brilliance and mechanical expertise helped Britain win World War II is sure to inspire STEM readers and fans of amazing women in history. Beatrice Shilling wasn’t quite like other children. She could make anything. She could fix anything. And when she took a thing apart, she put it back together better than before. When Beatrice left home to study engineering, she knew that as a girl she wouldn’t be quite like the other engineers—and she wasn’t. She was better. Still, it took hard work and perseverance to persuade the Royal Aircraft Establishment to give her a chance. But when World War II broke out and British fighter pilots took to the skies in a desperate struggle for survival against Hitler’s bombers, it was clearly time for new ideas. Could Beatrice solve an engine puzzle and help Britain win the war? American author Mara Rockliff and British illustrator Daniel Duncan team up for a fresh look at a turning point in modern history—and the role of a remarkable woman whose ingenuity, persistence, and way with a wrench (or spanner) made her quite unlike anyone else. An author’s note and a list of selective sources provide additional information for curious readers.

Author : Mara Rockliff
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2023-08-03
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1529518156

Get Book

The Girl Who Could Fix Anything: Beatrice Shilling, World War II Engineer by Mara Rockliff Pdf

Author : Mara Rockliff,William Low
Publisher : Candlewick Press
Page : 33 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2012-08-28
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9780763643591

Get Book

Me and Momma and Big John by Mara Rockliff,William Low Pdf

A tale inspired by a true story follows the experiences of Little John, who along with his sisters excitedly anticipates the completion of a latest sculpture by his mother, a stonecutter at the Big John cathedral.

Author : Lisa Tolin
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 32 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2022-08-02
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781984814210

Get Book

How to Be a Rock Star by Lisa Tolin Pdf

In this hilarious, tongue-in-cheek picture book debut, one little kid who really loves to rock and roll explains everything there is to know about starting a rock band. “A joyous, raucous must-have manual for little rock stars everywhere.” —Savannah Guthrie, Today show co-anchor Becoming a rock star isn't easy—especially if you're a kid. From finding the right instrument, to mastering the best dance moves, to taking your band on the road, there's a lot to consider! And that's not to mention dealing with critics, crazed fans, and a little brother with a chocolate milk problem . . . Luckily, this book has everything you need to know to make it big. This giggle-inducing guide to aspiring rock and rollers, chock-full of laugh-out-loud illustrations, is sure to leave readers both young and young at heart shouting for an encore! “Kids who rock and parents who love them will cheer this fun, and very funny, picture book how-to guide for starting a band.” —Laurie Berkner, children’s recording artist

Author : Daniel Duncan
Publisher : Abrams
Page : 32 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 2017-05-02
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781683350507

Get Book

South by Daniel Duncan Pdf

When a lonely fisherman finds an injured bird on his boat, he nurtures it back to health and—since the bird can no longer migrate with its family—charts a course to head south for the winter. Together, the two form a special friendship and enjoy life at sea until both the healing process and the journey must come to an end. In the tradition of the classic Amos & Boris, South is a story about making new friends and the bittersweet process of saying good-bye to the ones we love. It beautifully depicts the power of new beginnings and the freedom in coming home.

Author : H. G. Wells
Publisher : e-artnow
Page : 357 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2020-12-17
Category : Fiction
ISBN : EAN:4064066395056

Get Book

Tono-Bungay by H. G. Wells Pdf

Tono-Bungay is a semiautobiographical novel written by H. G. Wells. It is narrated by George Ponderevo, who is persuaded to help develop the business of selling Tono-Bungay, a patent medicine created by his uncle Edward. George devotes seven years to organizing the production and manufacture of the product, even though he believes it is "a damned swindle".

Author : Ray Anthony Shepard
Publisher : Farrar, Straus and Giroux (BYR)
Page : 23 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2021-01-05
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9780374389222

Get Book

Runaway by Ray Anthony Shepard Pdf

A powerful poem about Ona Judge's life and her self-emancipation from George Washington’s household. Ona Judge was enslaved by the Washingtons, and served the President's wife, Martha. Ona was widely known for her excellent skills as a seamstress, and was raised alongside Washington’s grandchildren. Indeed, she was frequently mistaken for his granddaughter. This poetic biography follows her childhood and adolescence until she decides to run away. Author Ray Anthony Shepard welcomes meaningful and necessary conversation among young readers about the horrors of slavery and the experience of house servants through call-and-response style lines. Illustrator Keith Mallett’s rich paintings include fabric collage and add further feeling and majesty to Ona’s daring escape. With extensive backmatter, this poem may serve as a new introduction to American slavery and Ona Judge's legacy.

Author : Mara Rockliff
Publisher : Candlewick Press
Page : 48 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2020-11-03
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781536220582

Get Book

Mesmerized by Mara Rockliff Pdf

“Together, Rockliff and Bruno make the scientific method seem exciting, and kids interested in science and history will likely be, well, mesmerized.” — Booklist (starred review) When American inventor Benjamin Franklin arrives in Paris, he is upstaged by a compelling and enigmatic figure: Dr. Mesmer. In elaborately staged shows, Mesmer has Parisians believing he can control a magic force that changes the taste of water, cures illness, and controls thoughts! Can Ben Franklin’s approach of observing, hypothesizing, and testing get to the bottom of Mesmer’s tricks? A rip-roaring, lavishly illustrated peek into a fascinating moment in history shows the development of the scientific method — and reveals the amazing power of the human mind.

Author : Peregrine Palmer Acland
Publisher : Good Press
Page : 190 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2021-08-31
Category : Fiction
ISBN : EAN:4064066367305

Get Book

All Else Is Folly. A Tale of War and Passion by Peregrine Palmer Acland Pdf

In Peregrine Acland's powerful novel, 'All Else Is Folly', readers are transported to the harrowing battlegrounds of the First World War. Through the eyes of Alec Falcon, a young soldier filled with a zest for life, we witness the brutal realities of war: the losses, the fear, and the struggle for survival. Acland's narrative goes beyond the horrors of trench warfare, delving deep into the complexities of human nature, exploring themes of love, fear, and vulnerability. This poignant tale of war and passion resonates with readers, offering a vivid and unvarnished portrayal of the Canadian experience during this tumultuous time.

Author : Arnold Bennett
Publisher : Good Press
Page : 746 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2021-08-31
Category : Fiction
ISBN : EAN:4066338032461

Get Book

Imperial Palace by Arnold Bennett Pdf

"Imperial Palace " by Arnold Bennett is a quintessential exploration of class dynamics, the intricacies of work, and the fragility of human nature. Set in the Imperial Palace hotel, the novel delves into the life of Evelyn Orcham, the manager, and his two love affairs, offering a behind-the-scenes look at the running of a luxury hotel with meticulous detail. Bennett's sharp insights into human flaws and the beauty found in the mundane make for an uncomfortable yet thought-provoking read.

Author : Degna Marconi
Publisher : Guernica Editions
Page : 284 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2001
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 1550711512

Get Book

My Father, Marconi by Degna Marconi Pdf

The daughter of Guglielmo Marconi draws upon her father's personal journals and letters as well as from scientific and historical records to chronicle the life and profession of the internationally known inventor.

Author : John Ruskin
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 1879
Category : Books and reading
ISBN : UCAL:B2839451

Get Book

Sesame and Lilies by John Ruskin Pdf

Author : John Carter
Publisher : Feral House
Page : 266 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9780922915972

Get Book

Sex and Rockets by John Carter Pdf

This remarkable true story about the co-founder of Jet Propulsion Laboratory. By day, Parsons' unorthodox genius created a solid rocket fuel that helped the Allies win World War II. By night, Parsons called himself The Antichrist. “One of the best books of the year.”—The Anomalist

Author : graf Leo Tolstoy
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 292 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 1887
Category : Moscow (Russia)
ISBN : HARVARD:32044074358722

Get Book

What to Do? by graf Leo Tolstoy Pdf

Author : Sarah Wise
Publisher : Random House
Page : 356 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2013-01-31
Category : History
ISBN : 9781448162239

Get Book

The Blackest Streets by Sarah Wise Pdf

'An excellent and intelligent investigation of the realities of urban living that respond to no design or directive... This is a book about the nature of London itself' Peter Ackroyd, The Times A powerful exploration of the seedy side of Victorian London by one of our most promising young historians. In 1887 government inspectors were sent to investigate the Old Nichol, a notorious slum on the boundary of Bethnal Green parish, where almost 6,000 inhabitants were crammed into thirty or so streets of rotting dwellings and where the mortality rate ran at nearly twice that of the rest of Bethnal Green. Among much else they discovered that the decaying 100-year-old houses were some of the most lucrative properties in the capital for their absent slumlords, who included peers of the realm, local politicians and churchmen. The Blackest Streets is set in a turbulent period of London's history when revolution was in the air. Award-winning historian Sarah Wise skilfully evokes the texture of life at that time, not just for the tenants but for those campaigning for change and others seeking to protect their financial interests. She recovers Old Nichol from the ruins of history and lays bare the social and political conditions that created and sustained this black hole which lay at the very heart of the Empire. A revelatory and prescient read about cities, class and inequality, the message at the heart of The Blackest Streets still resonates today.