Bøger af Ruth Stiles Gannett

Bwebwenato in juon likao, Elmer Elevator, eo ej ko jan mweo imon bwe en lomooren juon turaikon.

My father and the cat became good friends but my father's mother was very upset about the cat. She hated cats, particularly ugly old alley cats. "Elmer Elevator," she said to my father, "if you think I'm going to give that cat a saucer of milk, you're very wrong. Once you start feeding stray alley cats you might as well expect to feed every stray in town, and I am not going to do it!" This made my father very sad, and he apologized to the cat because his mother had been so rude. He told the cat to stay anyway, and that somehow he would bring her a saucer of milk each day. My father fed the cat for three weeks, but one day his mother found the cat's saucer in the cellar and she was extremely angry. She whipped my father and threw the cat out the door, but later on my father sneaked out and found the cat. Together they went for a walk in the park and tried to think of nice things to talk about. My father said, "When I grow up I'm going to have an airplane. Wouldn't it be wonderful to fly just anywhere you might think of!" "Would you like to fly very, very much?" asked the cat.

"When Elmer Elevator hears about a baby dragon being held captive on Wild Island, he knows just what to do. First he packs his knapsack with important supplies like chewing gum, lollipops, and lots of rubber bands. Then he stows away on a ship headed for the island. There he'll meet many animals who try to stop him, but Elmer has a few tricks up his sleeve . . . or more precisely, in his knapsack. One way or another, he will rescue the dragon!"--Amazon.com.

On Wild Island a group of lazy animals had captured a baby dragon and put him to work. This little dragon could fly, so they used him to ferry them across the river. He didn't like it. So went the tale that Elmer Elevator ("my father") heard from his friend, the cat, long ago. Being a kind-hearted boy, Elmer set out to rescue the dragon. With the advice of the cat, he made elaborate preparations for his secret journey, but he never dreamed what adventures were to befall him once he set foot on Wild Island. How he outwitted the lions, tigers, wild boars and other animals and freed the dragon makes an appealing and delightfully humorous tale.

In "My Father's Dragon," Ruth Stiles Gannett weaves a captivating tale that melds adventure, fantasy, and coming-of-age themes into a single narrative. The story follows a young boy named Elmer Elevator, who embarks on a quest to rescue a baby dragon, showcasing Gannett's skill in crafting imaginative worlds accessible to children. Richly illustrated and written in a prose style that is both lyrical and engaging, the book exemplifies the tradition of mid-20th-century children's literature that emphasizes bravery, resourcefulness, and the importance of friendship, resonating well with young readers and instilling in them a sense of wonder and possibility. Ruth Stiles Gannett, a prominent author known for her contributions to children's literature, was influenced by her own experiences and a family background steeped in storytelling. Raised in a creative environment, the author drew inspiration from her childhood observations and her love for animals, along with extensive travels. This background informs the vivid imagination and the intricate character development found in her writing, shaping a narrative that encourages both empathy and curiosity. "My Father's Dragon" is essential reading for young adventurers and those who treasure imaginative storytelling. Gannett's ability to communicate profound lessons through simple prose makes this book a delightful choice for parents and educators alike. Perfect for children ages 8-12, it promises not only entertainment but also valuable life lessons about courage, perseverance, and kindness.

On Wild Island a group of lazy animals had captured a baby dragon and put him to work. This little dragon could fly, so they used him to ferry them across the river. He didn't like it. So went the tale that Elmer Elevator ("my father") heard from his friend, the cat, long ago. Being a kind-hearted boy, Elmer set out to rescue the dragon. With the advice of the cat, he made elaborate preparations for his secret journey, but he never dreamed what adventures were to befall him once he set foot on Wild Island. How he outwitted the lions, tigers, wild boars and other animals and freed the dragon makes an appealing and delightfully humorous tale.

2018 Reprint of 1948 Edition. Full facsimile of the original edition, not reproduced with Optical Recognition software. My Father's Dragon is a children's novel about a young boy, Elmer Elevator, who runs away to Wild Island to rescue a baby dragon. Both a Newbery Honor Book and an ALA Notable Book, it is the first book of a trilogy whose other titles are Elmer and the Dragon and The Dragons of Blueland. The young boy runs away from home to rescue an abused baby dragon held captive to serve as a free twenty-four hour, seven-days-a-week ferry for the lazy wild animals living on Wild Island.In 2012 it was ranked number 49 among all-time children's novels in a survey published by School Library Journal. The story was written by Ruth Stiles Gannett and illustrated by her stepmother Ruth Chrisman Gannett.

Book three in the My Father's Dragon trilogy

Book two in the My Father's Dragon trilogy

My Father's Dragon Is one of our Favorite children's stories. Elmer Elevator, befriends a cat and then runs away to Wild Island to rescue a baby dragon. Using two dozen pink lollipops, rubber bands, tooth paste, brush, and a fine-toothed comb, Elmer disarms the fiercest of beasts on Wild Island. Original Illustrations Now In Color

A stand-alone sequel to My Father's Dragon, in which Elmer Elevator and the flying baby dragon help the king of the canaries find treasure.