Megan Hoyt - Böcker
Visar alla böcker från författaren Megan Hoyt. Handla med fri frakt och snabb leverans.
8 produkter
8 produkter
160 kr
Tillfälligt slut
This 2021 National Jewish Book Award finalist by author Megan Hoyt and illustrator Iacopo Bruno brings to light the inspiring, true story of Gino Bartali, a beloved Italian cyclist and secret champion in the fight for Jewish lives during World War II.Gino Bartali pedaled across Italy for years, winning one cycling race after another, including the 1938 Tour de France. Gino became an international sports hero! But the next year, World War II began, and it changed everything. Soldiers marched into Italy. Tanks rolled down the cobbled streets of Florence. And powerful leaders declared that Jewish people should be arrested.To the entire world, Gino Bartali was merely a champion cyclist. But Gino’s greatest achievement was something he never told a soul—that he secretly worked with the Italian resistance to save hundreds of Jewish men, women, and children, and others, from certain death, using the one thing no authority would question: his bicycle.This compelling nonfiction picture book for elementary-age readers offers a unique perspective on World War II history. It's a strong choice for units on the war and for biographies of lesser-known heroes in history and in sports.
104 kr
Skickas
This 2021 National Jewish Book Award finalist by author Megan Hoyt and illustrator Iacopo Bruno brings to light the inspiring, true story of Gino Bartali, a beloved Italian cyclist and secret champion in the fight for Jewish lives during World War II.Gino Bartali pedaled across Italy for years, winning one cycling race after another, including the 1938 Tour de France. Gino became an international sports hero! But the next year, World War II began, and it changed everything. Soldiers marched into Italy. Tanks rolled down the cobbled streets of Florence. And powerful leaders declared that Jewish people should be arrested.To the entire world, Gino Bartali was merely a champion cyclist. But Gino’s greatest achievement was something he never told a soul—that he secretly worked with the Italian resistance to save hundreds of Jewish men, women, and children, and others, from certain death, using the one thing no authority would question: his bicycle.This compelling nonfiction picture book for elementary-age readers offers a unique perspective on World War II history. It's a strong choice for units on the war and for biographies of lesser-known heroes in history and in sports.
176 kr
Tillfälligt slut
From the acclaimed author of Bartali’s Bicycle comes the inspiring story of violin virtuoso Isaac Stern and his mission to save the beloved Carnegie Hall from demolition.When Carnegie Hall first opened its doors in 1891, no one could have predicted its incredible success. With talented artists like Duke Ellington and Albert Einstein gracing its stage, the hall quickly became a place where all people—no matter their skin color, religion, or social status—could come together under one roof to be entertained.People like Isaac Stern. The son of Jewish immigrants who fled war-torn Ukraine for America to escape the Holocaust, Isaac was a talented violinist whose dream of one day performing on Carnegie Hall's legendary stage came true, many times over. So when a real estate tycoon sets out to demolish Carnegie Hall, Isaac knew something had to be done to preserve decades of hopes, dreams, and inclusivity.Author Megan Hoyt and illustrator Katie Hickey tell the true story of one man’s fight to save a historical landmark whose timeless symbol of equality will forever stand the test of time.
278 kr
Skickas inom 3-6 vardagar
176 kr
Skickas inom 5-8 vardagar
Expanding your child’s reading horizons is easy with fiction books from Teacher Created Materials! In “The Lying Lion” by Megan Hoyt, Henry Hyena steps out of his cozy den for the first time and feels very small and unimportant. He decides he’d much rather be a lion with amazing pouncing skills and a full mane—until he comes face to face with the king of the jungle. Find out more in this tale of self-acceptance your child will love. Includes ‘Book Club’ literacy and comprehension questions.
142 kr
Skickas
After the Great Chicago Fire, people were anxious to know who started it. Despite the newspaper reports, Clara doesn't believe it was her neighbor Mrs. O'Leary's cow. In fact, she has a few suspects in mind! Clara decides to become a detective and get to the bottom of this mystery herself. This short, 32-page historical fiction book will appeal to hi-lo readers who enjoy a good whodunnit.
182 kr
Skickas inom 5-8 vardagar
"A wonderful addition to any collection of multicultural children's literature." --School Library Journal"A lovely book to read aloud at the start of a fresh new year." --Jewish Book Council"This authentic Jewish story is unique in connecting tradition with family farming.” --The Sydney Taylor ShmoozeThis count down to the Jewish holiday of Rosh Hashanah explores life and celebration on a family farm through the eyes of a young girl allowed to help with preparations for the first time.It’s just three days until the holiday of Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year. A young girl and her family are getting ready for the traditional holiday feast. Family and friends gather to help harvest and clean the fall root vegetables, mix them with honey and dried fruits, and cook them into the traditional sweet vegetable stew, called tzimmes,'for a sweet new year.' It’s hard but satisfying work that leaves everyone with aching arms, sore feet and happy hearts. When Rosh Hashanah morning arrives, they join together at the synagogue to hear the shofar, the horn that is blown to announce that the holiday has arrived. Back at home on their farm with a diverse group of friends and neighbors, they celebrate both a new year and the joy of being together.This food and farm-focused story is sweetened by illustrations full of cheerful colors and textured patterns. Award-winning author Megan Hoyt helps readers explore both culturally specific Rosh Hashanah practices and life on a small family farm, while providing a universal message of community and tradition.
167 kr
Skickas inom 5-8 vardagar
Expanding your child’s reading horizons is easy with fiction books from Teacher Created Materials! In “The Lying Lion” by Megan Hoyt, Henry Hyena steps out of his cozy den for the first time and feels very small and unimportant. He decides he’d much rather be a lion with amazing pouncing skills and a full mane—until he comes face to face with the king of the jungle. Find out more in this tale of self-acceptance your child will love. Includes ‘Book Club’ literacy and comprehension questions. This fiction book is written in Spanish.