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Books by Frieda Wishinsky






Profiles #4(Illustrated)
Freedom Heroines
by Frieda Wishinsky
Paperback, 144 Pages, Published 2012 by Scholastic Paperbacks
ISBN-13: 978-0-545-42518-6, ISBN: 0-545-42518-2

"There are six bios in one in this full-color series! Profiles is so much more than just your typical biography series. The next book in this six-in-one, full-color bio series will focus on Civil Champions--some of the incredible women who worked tirelessly to ensure equal rights for all. Kids will learn all of the biographical information they need to know--background, family, education, accomplishments, etc., about: Susan B. Anthony, E ..."






A Frog in My Throat(Illustrated)
(Orca Echoes)
by Frieda Wishinsky, Louise-Andrée Laliberté
Paperback, 64 Pages, Published 2008 by Orca Book Publishers
ISBN-13: 978-1-55143-632-6, ISBN: 1-55143-632-9

"Kate and Jake have always been best friends; always, that is, until Jake's cousin, Lionel, moves nearby and Jake starts spending time with him instead. Kate struggles with his abandonment and her own loneliness as she seeks new friends that share her likes and dislikes. And, perhaps there is a place in her life for her old best friend after all. (20081201)"






Avis Dolphin
by Frieda Wishinsky, Willow Dawson
Hardcover, 160 Pages, Published 2015 by Groundwood Books
ISBN-13: 978-1-55498-489-3, ISBN: 1-55498-489-0

"Avis Dolphin doesn’t want to sail to England on the Lusitania. War is raging in Europe, and the Germans threaten to sink the ship. Avis is lonely and afraid until she meets a kindly professor whose stories of a magical island help her face an uncertain future. When the Lusitania is attacked, Avis must draw on all her newfound strength to cope with the confusion, terror and despair. How can she survive the sudden devastation of the ship? ..."






Blob
(Orca Currents)
by Frieda Wishinsky
Paperback, 128 Pages, Published 2010 by Orca Book Publishers
ISBN-13: 978-1-55469-181-4, ISBN: 1-55469-181-8

"It's hard enough for Eve to adjust to a new high school without the extra weight she's gained over the summer. Her best friend is ashamed to hang out with her, and she's become the focus of a schoolmate's cruelty. Determined not to be "that pathetic fat girl" at school, Eve struggles with a diet and forces herself to join a mentoring program. The diet only makes her food obsessed, and she feels she is failing as a mentor. How can a lone ..."






Scholastic Reader Level 3(1st Edition)
Remembering the Titanic
by Frieda Wishinsky
Paperback, 32 Pages, Published 2012 by Scholastic Paperbacks
ISBN-13: 978-0-545-35844-6, ISBN: 0-545-35844-2

"A brand-new reader for the 100th anniversary of the sinking of the Titanic. On April 10, 1912, the TITANIC set sail. On April 15, 1912, the great ship sank. This simple reader tells the story of the TITANIC for the 100th anniversary of its tragic voyage. Find out what life was like aboard the ship and meet some of the passengers and the crew. Read about Robert Ballard's triumphant discovery of the wreck 73 years later and what's been di ..."






How Emily Saved the Bridge
The Story of Emily Warren Roebling and the Building of the Brooklyn Bridge
by Frieda Wishinsky, Natalie Nelson
Hardcover, 32 Pages, Published 2019 by Groundwood Books
ISBN-13: 978-1-77306-104-7, ISBN: 1-77306-104-6

"The Brooklyn Bridge, the iconic suspension bridge that connects Manhattan and Brooklyn, was completed in 1883. It is thanks to Emily Warren Roebling that the bridge was finished at all. Emily was not an engineer, but she was educated in math and science. She married Washington Roebling, the chief engineer of the famous bridge. When Washington became ill from decompression sickness, Emily stepped in, doing everything from keeping the boo ..."






The Man Who Made Parks(Reprint)
The Story of Parkbuilder Frederick Law Olmsted
by Frieda Wishinsky, Song Nan Zhang
Paperback, 32 Pages, Published 2009 by Tundra Books
ISBN-13: 978-0-88776-902-3, ISBN: 0-88776-902-0

"The story of Olmsted who designed some of North America s most famous public spaces When the great cities of North America were being built, little thought was given to the idea of creating green spaces. But these oases from the dirt, gravel, and noise of the crowded city streets were exactly what were needed. One of the few people to recognize this fact was Frederick Law Olmsted, North America s first landscape architect. Combining his ..."






A Bee in Your Ear(Updated)
(Orca Echoes)
by Frieda Wishinsky, Louise-Andrée Laliberté
Paperback, 64 Pages, Published 2004 by Orca Book Publishers
ISBN-13: 978-1-55143-324-0, ISBN: 1-55143-324-9

"Kate is determined to win her spelling club's spelling bee, but the competition is fierce. She can almost put up with Violet's relentless claims of superior spelling ability, but when Kate and Jake begin to fight with each other, Kate is miserable. She wants to win the contest, but she doesn't want to lose her best friend."






You're Mean, Lily Jean
by Frieda Wishinsky, Kady Macdonald Denton
Paperback, 32 Pages, Published 2014 by Scholastic Canada
ISBN-13: 978-1-4431-0788-4, ISBN: 1-4431-0788-3

"Carly always played with her big sister, Sandy. They played dragons adn knights. They played explorers and pirates. They played mountain climbers and astronauts. Then Lily Jean moved in next door. Carly and Sandy are happy to have a new friend join their games. But Lily Jean changes everything. She decides they'll play house and orders Carly to be the baby. When they play king and queen, she tells Carly to bark--King Lily Jean demands ..."






Please, Louise!
by Frieda Wishinsky, Marie-Louise Gay
Hardcover, 32 Pages, Published 2007 by Groundwood Books
ISBN-13: 978-0-88899-796-8, ISBN: 0-88899-796-5

"Louise is an irresistible force, determined to be as close to her brother as she possibly can. Jake tries everything he can think of to make her leave him alone, but she refuses to go away. When Jake, in desperation, wishes Louise were a dog, he is suddenly faced with a terrifying dilemma. Louise is gone and a little dog seems to have taken her place. Can his wish have come true? This evocative picture book, by renowned author Frieda Wi ..."






Albert Einstein
by Frieda Wishinsky, Dk Publishing
Paperback, 128 Pages, Published 2005 by Dk
ISBN-13: 978-0-7566-1247-4, ISBN: 0-7566-1247-0

"DK's acclaimed DK Biography series tackles one of history's most colorful figures in "DK Biography: Albert Einstein." Perfect for book reports or summer reading, the DK Biography series brings a new clarity and narrative voice to history's most colorful figures. Supports the Common Core State Standards."






Oonga Boonga
by Frieda Wishinsky, Carol Thompson
Hardcover, 32 Pages, Published 1999 by Dutton Juvenile
ISBN-13: 978-0-525-46095-4, ISBN: 0-525-46095-0

"In this irresistible picture book, nobody can make baby Louise stop crying. Mom tries singing a lullaby. Dad rocks her in his arms, Grandma gives her a bottle, and Grandpa dances a jig. Nothing works. But when big brother Daniel comes home from school, he knows exactly what to do. He bends over Louise and whispers the magic words: "Oonga boonga." Miraculously, Louise's tears are replaced by a toothless grin!When Daniel goes out to play, ..."






No Frogs for Dinner(Reprint)
(Paperback)
by Frieda Wishinsky, Linda Hendry
Paperback, 32 Pages, Published 2012 by Fitzhenry & Whiteside
ISBN-13: 978-1-55455-189-7, ISBN: 1-55455-189-7

" Melvin can’t wait to visit New York City. He wants to see all the sights: skyscrapers, the subway, Yankee Stadium. But his Aunt Rose has other ideas: the Metropolitan Opera, the Botanical Gardens, the Museums of Modern Art and Natural History. Melvin’s parents warned him to “be a good guest” while he was visiting. But when Aunt Rose takes him out for dinner to a fancy restaurant, Melvin puts his foot down. Together, he and Aunt Rose wo ..."






It's Your Room
A Decorating Guide for Real Kids
by Janice Weaver, Frieda Wishinsky, Claudia Davila
Paperback, 64 Pages, Published 2006 by Tundra Books
ISBN-13: 978-0-88776-711-1, ISBN: 0-88776-711-7

"Enough cute little bunnies dancing across your walls or toy trains and nursery rhymes plastered above your bed. That was the old you. It's time now to transform your space, to learn how to make it sparkle using more imagination than money. This exciting new book by Janice Weaver and Frieda Wishinsky offers creative solutions to all your design dilemmas — and does it without breaking the bank. Inside, you’ll find out how to: • Execute a ..."






Just Call Me Joe(Updated)
(Orca Young Readers)
by Frieda Wishinsky, Stephen Mccallum
Paperback, 101 Pages, Published 2003 by Orca Book Publishers
ISBN-13: 978-1-55143-249-6, ISBN: 1-55143-249-8

"The year is 1909 and Joseph has just immigrated to the United States from Russia. He thinks that life in New York City will be wonderful, but he has not bargained for the challenges of learning English and of resisting the pressures to skip school, steal and fight to earn a place among the boys in his neighbourhood. Just Call Me Joe presents a full picture of life in New York City for the working poor. Anna, Joe's older sister, struggle ..."






Manya's Dream
A Story of Marie Curie
by Frieda Wishinsky, Jacques Lamontagne
Paperback, 32 Pages, Published 2003 by Maple Tree Press
ISBN-13: 978-1-894379-54-0, ISBN: 1-894379-54-3

" A story of remarkable determination and ingenuity. "We must believe that we are gifted for something and that this thing must be attained." -- Marie Curie Manya's Dream introduces young readers to the fascinating story of Marie Curie's (born Manya Sklodowska) life and to her exceptional achievements in the realm of science -- including winning not one, but two Nobel Prizes. As told by a mother to her young daughter, Marie's remarkab ..."






What's the Matter with Albert?
A Story of Albert Einstein
by Frieda Wishinsky, Jacques Lamontagne
Hardcover, 32 Pages, Published 2002 by Maple Tree Press
ISBN-13: 978-1-894379-31-1, ISBN: 1-894379-31-4

" The world knows Albert Einstein as one of the greatest thinkers and scientists of all time. What's the Matter with Albert? introduces young readers to the life and character of this famous figure, telling his story from childhood through to the end of his life. Seen through the eyes of a young boy sent to interview him for the school paper, Einstein vividly comes to life in these pages. The immediacy and gentle humor of Frieda Wishins ..."






Beware, Pirates(1st Edition)
(Canadian Flyer Adventures #1)
by Frieda Wishinsky, Dean Griffiths
Paperback, 96 Pages, Published 2007 by Owlkids Books
ISBN-13: 978-1-897066-80-5, ISBN: 1-897066-80-5

"The old Canadian Flyer in the attic of Emily’s new house looks like just another old sled. But when eight-year-old Emily and nine-year-old Matt rub the sled’s maple leaf logo, they suddenly find themselves transported from the dusty old attic to Frobisher Bay. What's more, they're aboard Martin Frobisher’s ship The Aid and the year is 1577! Adventure beckons, and Emily and Matt are happy to follow. Until, that is, they meet up with hone ..."






Dimples Delight
(Orca Echoes)
by Frieda Wishinsky, Louise-Andrée Laliberté
Paperback, 64 Pages, Published 2005 by Orca Book Publishers
ISBN-13: 978-1-55143-362-2, ISBN: 1-55143-362-1

"Lawrence hates being teased about his dimples, but nothing he does seems to make any difference. Joe goes right on teasing him, and the teasing gets meaner and meaner. Finally, Lawrence notices something about his friend Stewart that may provide the tool he needs to tease-proof himself once and for all."






Queen of the Toilet Bowl
(Orca Currents)
by Frieda Wishinsky
Paperback, 128 Pages, Published 2005 by Orca Book Publishers
ISBN-13: 978-1-55143-364-6, ISBN: 1-55143-364-8

"When Renata is chosen to play the lead role in the school musical, students who used to ignore her start saying hello and congratulating her in the hall. She is happy until it becomes evident that Karin, a wealthy girl who expected to get the lead role, will go to great lengths to ruin Renata's reputation."



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