The Riddle of Penncroft Farm

Lars Olafson moves with his parents to the old family farm near Valley Forge, Pennsylvania, to live with his aged aunt Cass. Lars is miserable--until he meets Geordie, a ghost whose stories of the Revolutionary War are as exciting as those of an eyewitness. When Aunt Cass dies suddenly, Lars is faced with a mystery linked to the Revolutionary War--and Geordi’s ghostly stories are his only chance of solving it.

Children's Books

Jensen, Dorothea

Literature & Fiction

HMH Books for Young Readers

<ul><li>Purple Dragonfly Children's Book Awards First Place Winner (Historical Fiction)</li></ul>
<ul><li>International Reading Association Teachers' Choices Selection</li></ul>Young Lars Olafson moves with his parents to the old family farm near Valley Forge, Pennsylvania, to live with his aged aunt Cass. Lars is miserable--until he meets Geordie, a boy whose stories of the Revolutionary War are as exciting as those of an eyewitness. Then, when Lars is faced with a crucial mystery linked to the Revolutionary War, his only chance of solving it lies in Geordie's ghostly tales.

Biographies

Clarion Books

Lars Olafson's move to a farm near Valley Forge brings him friendship with the ghost of an eighteenth-century ancestor who recounts his adventures during the American Revolution.

Riddle of Penncroft Farm

Harcourt, Brace, & Company

Lars Olafson's move to a farm near Valley Forge brings him friendship with the ghost of an eighteenth-century ancestor who recounts his adventures during the American Revolution.

Demco Media

The Riddle Of Penncroft Farm (Turtleback School & Library Binding Edition)

Turtleback Books

"An ode to the great Lafayette, beautifully told and richly illustrated..." -Alan R. Hoffman, Translator Lafayette in America in 1824 and 1825: Journal of a Voyage to the United States, and President, The American Friends of Lafayette. "A great addition to the Lafayette] canon" -Diane Shaw, Director Emerita of Special Collections & College Archives, Lafayette CollegeInspired by the Broadway hit, HAMILTON, and by Longfellow's "The Midnight Ride of Paul Revere," author Dorothea Jensen wrote this short rhyming narrative about the Marquis de Lafayette and his crucial role in our Revolutionary War. A glossary and extensive endnotes supply further information about the historical figures and events mentioned in the poem. This playful historical account is aimed at middle schoolers, as well as young and older adults. It would be entertaining and educational to perform in a classroom or other settings, such as events celebrating the upcoming bicentennial of Lafayette's 1824-5 Farewell Tour of America. A Few Things You Will Learn from this Book: <ul><li>Who the unlikely person was who inspired Lafayette to help America</li><li>How Lafayette's powerful father-in-law tried to discourage his plan</li><li>Why such a high rank was given to an inexperienced 19-year-old</li><li>How Lafayette helped strengthen the crucial French Alliance</li><li>What Lafayette's key successes were as a military commander in America</li></ul> Jensen has previously written two historical novels for young readers (middle graders and young adults) about Lafayette and about the American Revolution. These are entitled A BUSS FROM LAFAYETTE, and THE RIDDLE OF PENNCROFT FARM.

Liberty-Loving Lafayette: How ‘America’s Favorite Fighting Frenchman’ Helped Win Our Independence

Teen & Young Adult

Past Times Press

Find out what Hamilton left out about Lafayette, "the Lancelot of the Revolutionary set." 
Inspired by the Broadway hit, HAMILTON: THE MUSICAL, and Longfellow' s "The Midnight Ride of Paul Revere," this is a short, playful, accurate, illustrated, RHYMING history of the crucial role Lafayette played in the American Revolution. It can be performed in its entirety in 20 minutes, and could easily be done in a hip hop style. This unique history, aimed at readers of all ages, includes a glossary, extensive endnotes, and classic pictures to supply further information about the historical figures and events mentioned in the poem.\n". . .a perfect example of how a writer can make history/learning history fun. . .the accompanying art is wonderful"--David Bruce Smith, author of Abigail and John, founder of the Grateful American Foundation, and co-founder of the Grateful American Book Prize\n"An ode to the great Lafayette, beautifully told and richly illustrated..."--Alan R. Hoffman, Translator, Lafayette in America in 1824 and 1825: Journal of a Voyage to the United States, and President, The American Friends of Lafayette.\n"A great addition to the [Lafayette] canon" --Diane Shaw, Director Emerita of Special Collections & College Archives, Lafayette College\n"Dorothea Jensen brings Lafayette to life for all ages"--Chuck Schwam, Publisher, American Friends of Lafayette Gazette\nA Few Things You Will Learn from this Book 
Who the unlikely person was who inspired Lafayette to help America How Lafayette's powerful father-in-law tried to discourage his plan Why such a high rank was given to an inexperienced 19-year-old How Lafayette helped strengthen the crucial French Alliance What Lafayette's key successes were as a military commander in America 
Honors 
Winner, 2nd Place (History Nonfiction), Royal Dragonfly Book Awards; Winner, Bronze Medal (Young Adult Nonfiction), Readers' Favorite Book Awards; Finalist (History Nonfiction), Independent Author Network Book of the Year Awards; Finalist (Young Adult Nonfiction), Independent Author Network Book of the Year Awards; Winner, First Place (Biography: Historical), Firebird Book Award; Winner First Place (Young Adult Nonfiction), Firebird Book Award

Liberty-Loving Lafayette: How 'America's Favorite Fighting Frenchman' Helped Win Our Independence

Two naughty boys, Alex and Owen, sneak downstairs early on Christmas morning. There they find Tizzy, one of Santa's Izzy Elves, who has been packed inside a present by mistake. Tizzy says that Santa's sleigh is powered by the imagination of children, and asks the boys to use their own imaginations to send him back to the North Pole. But how?

Tizzy, the Christmas Shelf Elf: Santa's Izzy Elves #1

Elf Enterprises

Frizzy, the S.A.D. Elf: Santa's Izzy Elves #4

Hood, Shayne

The Santa's Izzy Elves stories are not your usual picture books: older kids who enjoy playing with words and reading rhythmical verse will love them, too! One reason for this is that although these stories echo the famous 19th century poem, "A Visit from St. Nicholas" Santa's Izzy Elves are definitely 21st century, with electronic devices galore in their North Pole workshop! A recipient of the prestigious Mom's Choice Award in the e-book category, this Christmas story in verse celebrates the power of children's imaginations and the magic of books. It tells what happens when two naughty boys find Tizzy, one of Santa's elves, stranded in their living room. Tizzy tells them that Santa's sleigh is powered by the imaginations of children, and pleads with them to use the power of their own imaginations to send him home. But how? "... a clever holiday read-aloud story featuring two excited siblings who sneak down early Christmas morning and discover a very special surprise. Only through their discovery of the magic of books do they find a way to send Tizzy back home. Kudos to the author for highlighting the importance of books! I recommend this book to be read aloud to children ages 5 and older." — Renee@Motherdaughterbookreviews.com.

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The Riddle of Penncroft Farm

The Riddle of Penncroft Farm

Riddle of Penncroft Farm

Riddle of Penncroft Farm

The Riddle Of Penncroft Farm (Turtleback School & Library Binding Edition)

Liberty-Loving Lafayette: How ‘America’s Favorite Fighting Frenchman’ Helped Win Our Independence

Liberty-Loving Lafayette: How 'America's Favorite Fighting Frenchman' Helped Win Our Independence

Tizzy, the Christmas Shelf Elf: Santa's Izzy Elves #1

Frizzy, the S.A.D. Elf: Santa's Izzy Elves #4

Tizzy, the Christmas Shelf Elf: Santa's Izzy Elves #1