Rescue on the Outer Banks (On My Own History) [Paperback]

Candice F. Ransom (Author), Karen Ritz (Illustrator)

Book Description

Age Level: 7 and up | Grade Level: 2 and up | Series: On My Own History

THIS EDITION IS INTENDED FOR USE IN SCHOOLS AND LIBRARIES ONLY. Sam has dreamt of being part of the all-African-American surfmen crew and now his chance to contribute has arrived.

--This text refers to the School & Library Binding edition.

Editorial Reviews

From School Library Journal

Grade 1-3-One of the original life-saving stations along North Carolina's Outer Banks, Pea Island Station had the first all African-American crew. On October 11, 1896, Keeper Richard Etheridge and six surfmen rescued all of the passengers and crew from the E. S. Newman, which had run aground in a storm. It was not until 1996 that the heroes were acknowledged and awarded gold medals from President Clinton and Admiral Kramek of the U.S. Coast Guard. This skillfully written story tells the tale of that fateful night through the eyes of 10-year-old Sam Deal. The text and evocative, full-color watercolor artwork give life to a long-forgotten and exciting sea rescue. The careful research authenticates the events and honors the African Americans, and an afterword explains their historical importance. A page-turner for newly independent readers.
Pamela K. Bomboy, Chesterfield County Public Schools, VA
Copyright 2002 Reed Business Information, Inc.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 7 and up
  
• Paperback: 56 pages
• Publisher: Carolrhoda Books (February 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0876148151
• ISBN-13: 978-0876148150
• Product Dimensions: 8.6 x 6 x 0.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 2.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #972,477 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Candice Ransom (1952-) is the author of more than 100 books for children, including Tractor Day (Walker), Pony Island (Walker), Finding Day's Bottom (Carolrhoda), Seeing Sky-Blue Pink (Carolrhoda), Secret in the Tower (Wizards of the Coast), and Hello, Virginia! (Sterling). Ransom's books are often set in her native state of Virginia, where her family has lived since 1711. Honors and awards include starred reviews, IRA Teacher's Choice, IRA Children's Choice, Pick of the List, New York Public Library Best 100 Books, and Smithsonian Notable Book. Nearly 50 of her books have been translated into twelve languages. She has an MFA in writing from Vermont College and an MA in children's literature from Hollins University and teaches in Hollins University's graduate program in children's literature. Ransom lives with her husband in Fredericksburg, Virginia.

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2.0 out of 5 stars Rescue on the Outer Banks, July 2, 2010

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This review is from: Rescue on the Outer Banks (On My Own History) (Paperback)

The book was a little old, but in good condition...not dog eared or torn. An inscription was written inside.

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