Waves Rough and Smooth and the Deep Blue Sea

Waves Rough and Smooth and the Deep Blue Sea
Author: Edward Conklin
Publisher:
Total Pages: 46
Release: 2014-08-01
Genre:
ISBN: 9780990645719

A collection of rhyme and free verse poems on love and metaphysical themes. The work also consists of insights on nature and the existential human condition.

The Bobbsey Twins on the Deep Blue Sea

The Bobbsey Twins on the Deep Blue Sea
Author: Laura Lee Hope
Publisher:
Total Pages: 272
Release: 1918
Genre: Bobbsey Twins (Fictitious characters)
ISBN:

The Bobbsey family travels to St. Augustine where they meet their cousin Jack and join him as he searches the small islands off the coast of Florida for a friend who was left behind on an island that Jack was rescued from several weeks earlier.

Mapping My Way Home

Mapping My Way Home
Author: Stephanie Urdang
Publisher: NYU Press
Total Pages: 312
Release: 2017-11-22
Genre: History
ISBN: 1583676694

Stephanie Urdang was born in Cape Town, South Africa, into a white, Jewish family staunchly opposed to the apartheid regime. In 1967, at the age of twenty-three, no longer able to tolerate the grotesque iniquities and oppression of apartheid, she chose exile and emigrated to the United States. There she embraced feminism, met anti-apartheid and solidarity movement activists, and encountered a particularly American brand of racial injustice. Urdang also met African revolutionaries such as Amilcar Cabral, who would influence her return to Africa and her subsequent journalism. In 1974, she trekked through the liberation zones of Guinea-Bissau during its war of independence; in the 1980’s, she returned repeatedly to Mozambique and saw how South Africa was fomenting a civil war aimed to destroy the newly independent country. From the vantage point of her activism in the United States, and from her travels in Africa, Urdang tracked and wrote about the slow, inexorable demise of apartheid that led to South Africa’s first democratic elections, when she could finally return home. Urdang’s memoir maps out her quest for the meaning of home and for the lived reality of revolution with empathy, courage, and a keen eye for historical and geographic detail. This is a personal narrative, beautifully told, of a journey traveled by an indefatigable exile who, while yearning for home, continued to question where, as a citizen of both South Africa and the United States, she belongs. “My South Africa!” she writes, on her return in 1991, after the release of Nelson Mandela, “How could I have imagined for one instant that I could return to its beauty, and not its pain?”

Rockaway

Rockaway
Author: Diane Cardwell
Publisher: Houghton Mifflin
Total Pages: 275
Release: 2020
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 0358067782

The inspirational story of one woman learning to surf and creating a new life in gritty, eccentric Rockaway Beach Unmoored by a failed marriage and disconnected from her high-octane life in the city, Diane Cardwell finds herself staring at a small group of surfers coasting through mellow waves toward shore--and senses something shift. Rockawayis the riveting, joyful story of one woman's reinvention--beginning with Cardwell taking the A Train to Rockaway, a neglected spit of land dangling off New York City into the Atlantic Ocean. She finds a teacher, buys a tiny bungalow, and throws her not-overly-athletic self headlong into learning the inner workings and rhythms of waves and the muscle development and coordination needed to ride them. As Cardwell begins to find her balance in the water and out, superstorm Sandy hits, sending her into the maelstrom in search of safer ground. In the aftermath, the community comes together and rebuilds, rekindling its bacchanalian spirit as a historic surfing community, one with its own quirky codes and surf culture. And Cardwell's surfing takes off as she finds a true home among her fellow passionate longboarders at the Rockaway Beach Surf Club, living out "the most joyful path through life." Rockawayis a stirring story of inner salvation sought through a challenging physical pursuit--and of learning to accept the idea of a complete reset, no matter when in life it comes.

Descriptosaurus Story Writing

Descriptosaurus Story Writing
Author: Alison Wilcox
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 234
Release: 2020-11-29
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1000245969

Descriptosaurus Story Writing provides a resource for younger pupils that will not only expand their descriptive vocabulary but also provide them with models that demonstrate ‘language in action,’ in a genre that is popular and familiar to children aged 5–9. Providing the essential building blocks to create a narrative text, alongside contexualised banks of vocabulary, phrases and sentence types, this book is designed to provide young pupils with the opportunity to see how a text is constructed using words, phrases and sentences. This exciting new resource: Provides vocabulary for setting, character, ‘show not tell’ and sensory descriptions with clearly defined progression Demonstrates how to use this vocabulary in different contexts using set sentence structures Offers four model narratives written in different styles and level of difficulty Presents modelled sentences with exercises so that pupils can expand their vocabulary Enables young pupils to develop their understanding of how sentences are constructed and become more confident about using these skills in their own story writing This is an ideal resource to dramatically improve children’s knowledge and understanding of language, grammar and punctuation for all KS1 and KS2 primary English teachers, literacy coordinators and parents. This easily accessible guide will also be helpful for teachers to use in preparation for Spelling, Punctuation and Grammar (SPAG) alongside a creative writing task.

The Bobbsey Twins on the Deep Blue Sea

The Bobbsey Twins on the Deep Blue Sea
Author: Laura Lee Hope
Publisher: BoD - Books on Demand
Total Pages: 117
Release: 2023-07-18
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

"The Bobbsey Twins on the Deep Blue Sea" is a captivating children's book written by Laura Lee Hope. It is part of the beloved Bobbsey Twins series. In this thrilling adventure, the Bobbsey Twins—Nan, Bert, Flossie, and Freddie—find themselves embarking on an unforgettable journey aboard a cruise ship. The Twins, along with their parents, Mr. and Mrs. Bobbsey, set sail on the deep blue sea for a family vacation filled with excitement and exploration. As the ship glides through the sparkling waves, the Twins discover a whole new world of oceanic wonders. They marvel at the vastness of the sea, encounter playful dolphins, and spot magnificent marine creatures like colorful fish, graceful sea turtles, and even a majestic whale. With the help of a friendly crew member named Captain Jack, the Twins learn about the importance of marine conservation and the fragile ecosystem beneath the waves. During their voyage, the Twins engage in various shipboard activities and make new friends with fellow young travelers. They participate in fun games, dance parties, and enjoy delicious meals on board. However, their idyllic journey takes an unexpected turn when they stumble upon a mysterious message in a bottle. Determined to solve the riddle and uncover its secrets, the Twins embark on a thrilling treasure hunt that leads them to secret passages, hidden compartments, and unexpected twists and turns. Throughout their adventure, the Bobbsey Twins demonstrate their curiosity, bravery, and problem-solving skills. They work together as a team, utilizing their unique talents and resourcefulness to unravel clues, overcome challenges, and ultimately solve the mystery of the message in the bottle. Along the way, they learn valuable lessons about the power of perseverance, the wonders of the natural world, and the importance of protecting our oceans. "The Bobbsey Twins on the Deep Blue Sea" is an engaging and educational tale that ignites the imagination of young readers. It combines elements of adventure, discovery, and environmental awareness, inspiring children to appreciate the beauty of nature and become stewards of the oceans. This delightful book encourages children to embrace exploration, foster a love for the marine world, and cherish the bonds of family and friendship."

Way Down Deep in the Deep Blue Sea

Way Down Deep in the Deep Blue Sea
Author: Jan Peck
Publisher: Simon & Schuster Books For Young Readers
Total Pages: 40
Release: 2004-05
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN:

A child explores the treasures of the deep blue sea from the safety of a bathtub.