Anna Crowley Redding, ancienne reporter d'investigation télévisuelle primée, se consacre désormais à la découverte de grandes histoires pour jeunes lecteurs. Ses compétences aiguisées de détective, acquises dans le journalisme, sont utilisées pour révéler des récits captivants. Son œuvre se caractérise par sa capacité à dévoiler des vérités cachées avec une clarté attrayante pour le jeune public.
How We Almost Lost the Words That Built America
The narrative centers on Stephen's urgent quest to protect fundamental ideals of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. As he navigates challenges and confronts obstacles, his determination to safeguard these values drives the plot forward, highlighting themes of courage and resilience in the face of adversity.
Set against the backdrop of 19th century Connecticut, the story follows Kate Moore, a remarkable twelve-year-old who defies gender norms to become a lighthouse keeper. After her father's health declines, she takes on the responsibility of guiding ships through treacherous waters, ultimately saving twenty-three sailors. This beautifully illustrated biography highlights her bravery and determination, showcasing a young girl's ability to rise to the occasion in a male-dominated society. Kate's inspiring journey embodies resilience and empowerment.
An inspiring and beautifully illustrated picture book biography based on the life of Kate Moore, a twelve-year-old lighthouse keeper in the 19th century who saved the lives of twenty-three sailors. With an evocative text and stunning illustrations, travel back to the stormy, rocky shores of 19th century Connecticut and meet an unforgettable heroine-- at a time when girls were considered anything but. Fayerweather Island had seen blustery blizzards and rip-roaring tides, but it had never seen a pint-sized hurricane until Kate Moore claimed that tiny island as her own. Little Kate was supposed to be the lighthouse keeper's daughter, but she thought of herself as Papa's assistant.The thirty-three spiraling lighthouse stairs finally took a toll on Papa's body, and so twelve-year-old Kate stepped up. Over the years, she kept the flame lit to guide ships to safety, listened for cries for help, and, time and again, pulled men to safety--twenty-three of them in all. At the age of forty-seven, Kate received word--she had been named the official lighthouse keeper of Fayerweather Island. This girl-power picture book introduces a small heroine, who, with her can-do attitude and incredible spirit, is sure to inspire.
A riveting and beautifully designed YA biography that shows how a once-bullied school boy became an iconic visionary who the New York Times described as "arguably the most important and successful entrepreneur in the world." Elon Musk is the visionary behind SpaceX and CEO of the electric car company Tesla. He is working on unique and daring improvements to both public transit and solar energy. And then, there's his highly-publicized plans for colonizing Mars... But behind the mind-blowing headlines and legendary drive is the story of a bullied and beaten school boy, who through creativity and determination decided to rewrite his story and find his own way to make the world a better place. And to do so with a sense of fun and style. From hosting raves to pay for college to re-writing the rules on space travel, Elon Musk has always gone his own way. And now, award-winning investigative journalist, Anna Crowley Redding takes readers on a well-researched trip through Elon's life and accomplishments.
In Black Hole Chasers, investigative journalist Anna Crowley Redding presents the true story of a scientific breakthrough—the Event Horizon Telescope team's reveal of the first image of a super massive black hole.In April 2019, the Event Horizon Telescope Team unveiled the first ever image of a super massive black hole.This scientific breakthrough took years of hard work, innovative thinking, and a level of global cooperation never seen before. The challenge was immense. The goal was impossible. They would need a telescope as big as the earth itself. The technology simply didn’t exist. And yet, a multi-national team of scientists was able to show the world an image of something previously unseeable.
Engaging young readers, this book transforms them into disaster detectives, exploring five significant historical events, including the Titanic sinking and the Boston molasses flood. Through firsthand accounts, critical facts, and interactive experiments, readers investigate the causes and impacts of these disasters. The unique case file format, featuring paperclipped notes and illustrations, enhances the experience. Emmy-winning journalist Anna Crowley Redding combines her expertise with lively visuals by Robbie Cathro, while extensive back matter supports further exploration for aspiring young journalists.
From Emmy Award-winning journalist Anna Crowley Redding comes a captivating nonfiction picture book that explores the fabled apple tree that inspired Isaac Newton's theory of gravity.
Larry Page a Sergej Brin začali svou kariéru jako dva studenti univerzity Stanford s odvážným nápadem: dát řád všem informacím na světě. Z tohoto zdánlivě snadného cíle brzy vznikla myšlenka na stvoření jedné z nejvlivnějších a nejinovativnějších firem v dějinách. V knize Vygoogli si to! najdete vše – od skromných začátků v podobě diplomové práce, přes revoluci ve vnímání moderních technologií, až po letmý pohled od budoucnosti technologií.
