Renowned collaborators Jean Craighead George and Wendell Minor turn their astounding talents to the topic of the persecution, near-extinction, and ultimately, the restoration of wolves in the United States. In this celebration of the return of the wolves to Yellowstone National Park, lyrical text tells how the wolves were aggressively hunted over nearly a century, and then gradually reintroduced into their natural environment, where they are once again thriving and benefiting the ecosystem. Naturalistic paintings depict the grace and dignity of the wolves and other wildlife, as well as the rugged beauty of the park. Children of all ages will be inspired to appreciate the value of these venerable animals and the importance of protecting our natural wildlife and the environment.
Katie is an ordinary third-grader–except for one very extraordinary problem! She accidentally wished on a shooting star to be anyone but herself. But what Katie soon learns is that wishes really do come true–and in the strangest ways . . . Doggone It! When Katie’s teacher, Mrs. Derkman, moves in next door, Katie can’t believe her bad luck! Mrs. Derkman hates dogs, and she wants the dogs on their street to be kept on leashes at all times! When the magic wind blows and turns Katie into her own dog, Pepper, will Katie convince her teacher that dogs are not all bad?
Something's lurking beneath the Jefferson Hotel’s famous staircase.If Sam and Derek have to get dressed up for a fancy wedding weekend, at least it’s at the Jefferson, Richmond’s famous downtown hotel. The brothers and their friend Caitlin love exploring the extravagant corridors, long elegant staircase and grand Rotunda of Lewis Ginter’s historic structure. When the hotel opened back in 1895, real alligators roamed free in the courtyard fountains. But that was ages ago...or was it?
A bellman’s mysterious tales of missing items and creepy sounds and shadows make the danger seem much more real. After the wedding rings disappear and Sam is blamed, there’s no time to waste to learn the truth and recover the rings. But who is the real culprit? The friendly bellman, the disgruntled young son of the groom, or could it really be an alligator? To save the wedding and clear Sam’s name, the kids must follow clues through secret passageways and hidden rooms deep within the hotel. But if they're not careful, they might become dinner for the Jefferson’s most unusual guests.
Secret of the Staircase is the fourth book in The Virginia Mysteries series, but it can also be read as a standalone. If you enjoy mystery and adventure like the Hardy Boys, Nancy Drew, Magic Tree House, or National Treasure, you’ll love author Steven K. Smith’s exciting middle-grade series. The stories are modern-day fictional mysteries with twists of real locations and events from Virginia history. These fast-paced books are popular with both boys and girls ages 7-12, appealing to even reluctant readers!
Maya is a captive. In Grandmother's house in California every word and action is strictly monitored. Even memories of her mother have been erased--except within the imaginary world she has created. A world away, in the rugged Wyoming wilderness, a horse called Artemisia runs free. She embodies the spirit of the wild--and she holds the key to Maya's memories. How Maya's and Artemisia's lives intertwine, like a braided rein, is at the heart of this richly drawn adventure about freedom and captivity, about holding on and letting go.
Arthur and the Lost Diary — Sue Ellen confides everything to her trusty diary. But when she loses it in the library, the hunt is on. The problem is, will someone else find it?
From the mind of Brian Jacques-the New York Times best-selling author of the Redwall series-comes another exhilarating adventure in this beloved saga. At the legendary fortress of Salamandastron, aging Lord Asheye has a prophecy.
A new, young badger lord must take his place, but Lord Asheye does not know who the young warrior is. Meanwhile, unaware of his destiny, the future lord is captured by infamous fox Vizka Longtooth, who intends to lay siege to Redwall Abbey.
Griffin is just a newborn bat when he falls through an underground fissure into the most dangerous of all places, the Underworld-the land of the dead. Though his father, the heroic Shade, will try to rescue him, Griffin bravely sets off on his own adventure to find the Tree that will take him home. Will he make it? This companion to Silverwing and Sunwing is mesmerizing, full of extraordinary details and vibrant imagery.
Ihren feinen Spürnasen entgeht wirklich nichts: Hunde sind nicht nur wahre Meister im Auffinden verborgener Schätze, auch wenn ihr Herrchen oder Frauchen Kummer haben, merken sie es sofort. Denn nicht umsonst sagt man, der Hund sei der beste Freund des Menschen. Diese elf Hundemärchen aus aller Welt sind ganz dem vielseitigen Charakter der liebenswürdigen Vierbeiner gewidmet. Ob als mutiger Beschützer einer Schafsherde, tollpatschiger Weggefährte des Kojoten oder treuer Freund, der seinem Besitzer stets beisteht - jeder Hund ist einzigartig. Ebenso wie die Legenden, die sich die Menschen von überall her über ihre vierbeinigen Freunde erzählen.
'Das Glück der Erde liegt auf dem Rücken der Pferde' heißt ein Sprichwort. Die Beziehung zwischen Menschen und Pferden ist seit jeher eine ganz besondere, und Kulturen aus aller Welt wissen Geschichten über sie zu erzählen. Von Finnland über Kasachstan bis hin zur Elfenbeinküste: Diese zehn traditionellen Sagen nehmen Tierfreunde mit auf eine unterhaltsame Reise in die Welt der Pferde - und jener Menschen, deren Glück sich sprichwörtlich auf dem Rücken dieser faszinierenden Tiere entschied.
The Little Red Hen works hard-all alone-to turn her wheat seed into flour, while the goose gossips, the dog naps, and the cat preens. But when her lazy friends smell the fresh bread baking, they're eager to help her eat it! In this easy-to-read rendition, even the youngest listeners will enjoy the classic folktale about the hard work and its tasty reward.
The Mystery of the Stolen Bike Francine needs a new bike, but all her parents can give her is her dad's old one...and it is ancient. When the bike disappears Francine thinks her problem is solved, but soon finds herself anything but relieved.
Talented author and illustrator Wong Herbert Yee is the recipient of a Theodor Seuss Geisel Honor. Mouse and Mole can hardly contain their excitement when they hear the beloved magician Minkus the Magnificent is in town. But at the show, something goes wrong-and Mole discovers that what seems to be magic, really isn't. Mouse must figure out how to show her friend that real magic is all around them-even in the friendship they share. "Yee portrays Mole's vulnerability and Mouse's pragmatism with great sensitivity and humor."-School Library Journal, starred review
