Allan Drummond
4) Tin Lizzie
Author
Publisher
Farrar, Straus and Giroux
Pub. Date
2008.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Grandpa loves working on old cars, especially his Model T Ford, and he passes along to his grandchildren not only the history of automobiles and all of their benefits, but also his concerns about traffic, pollution, and the problems of relying on foreign oil.
5) Casey Jones
Author
Publisher
Frances Foster Books
Pub. Date
2001.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Illustrations and rhythmic text tell how the famous engineer, Casey Jones, risks his own life to save others.
Author
Language
English
Description
In 1940, Hans and Margret Rey fled their Paris home as the German army advanced. They began their harrowing journey on bicycles, pedaling to Southern France with children's book manuscripts, including what would become the international sensation Curious George, among their few possessions.
Louise Borden combed primary resources, including Hans Rey's pocket diaries, to tell this dramatic true story. Her collection of archival materials introduce readers...