Patrick Faricy – illustratör

While Papa is off fighting on the Missouri border, Charlie is left in charge of the family in their remote cabin in Bleeding Kansas while a fierce prairie blizzard rages in this second book in the 1850s-set Prairie Skies chapter book series.When Charlie and Papa arrive in Lawrence for supplies, they find the bustling Kansas town threatened by border ruffians from pro-slave Missouri. Papa decides to remain behind with other free-soil settlers to defend the town, so Charlie must drive the wagon back to the family’s isolated claim by himself. At home, a different sort of storm is brewing; gray skies, bitter cold, and vicious winds warn that a prairie blizzard is coming, all while Charlie’s new sibling is coming too—Momma is in labor. Charlie is always getting into trouble for daydreaming and forgetting his chores. Now he has to show he’s grown-up enough to help Momma, his sisters, and his newborn baby brother survive in their tiny cabin in the snow.

Courage. Compassion. Conviction.Three timeless heroes. One unforgettable collection.In this beautifully illustrated boxed set, Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. brings to life three extraordinary true stories of moral courage and selfless leadership—written to inspire young readers and families alike.Robert Smalls — The enslaved man who risked everything for freedom, stealing a Confederate ship to deliver his family—and his nation—to liberty.Joshua Lawrence Chamberlain — The humble professor who became a Civil War hero at Gettysburg, defending the ideals of courage, faith, and unity.Saint Francis of Assisi — The gentle saint who gave up wealth to serve others and protect the natural world.Each story celebrates the enduring power of integrity, empathy, and bravery—the qualities that define true heroism across generations.Perfect for readers aged 6–10, this collection invites children to explore history through the lives of those who acted with conscience and heart.