Based on an actual historical event, young readers will easily understand and identify with the problems Naosaqua faces change, loss, young love, adn the true meaning of friendship and courage and realize that their own problems are not so different after all. Ages 9-12
An enchanting tale that has been told to Palestinian children for centuries, this is the story of an old woman whom all the villagers call "Sitti", "grandmother", who was alone in the world. One day she rescues a stranded kitten, and through that single act of kindness changes her life. Full color.
Explores the historic and charming hotels of the Rocky Mountains, covering Montana, Wyoming, Colorado, New Mexico, South dakota, and Alberta, Canada. Includes addresses and phone numbers.
A poignant story of the love and loyalty between two bothers who join in the adventures of life through reading. The story's conclusion will instill a sense of wonder in early readers and remind their parents of their own moment of discovery when reading revealed a new world. Full-color illustrations.
Three "outsiders" form an unlikely friendship that sees them through a crisis at their school. This story emphasizes how integrity and fellowship transcend cultural boundaries. It is uplifting to any child who has suffered through being the new kid on the block.
Jack the Bear wanders through a museum in search of Art. His search becomes a virtual tour as he encounters wonderful paintings and sculptures, which are actually digitized photographs of masterpieces from Wyeth, Rosetti, Hopper, Calder and more, cleverly set in to the illustrations. Ages 5-9.
The story of a brave Native American girl inaugurates a new series by an award-winning author. When Shadow awakes from a terrifying dream, she knows that her twin brother, Sun, is in danger. "Shadow" is a grand, supernaturally tinged adventure that conjures up a long-ago people and way of life.
In 1943 Martin Quigley was one of three intelligence agents sent to Ireland to evaluate Ireland's neutrality during World War II, or the Emergency as it was euphamistically termed by the Irish. The only agent to retain his cover (as a representative of the U.S. film industry), his mission was to confirm or deny the widely-held view that Ireland was unhelpful to the Allies and even pro-German, a sentiment that still remains in the former Allied...
Vibrant photographs and cultural lore are woven into a beautifully presented portrayal of the tribes of four Native American groups and their relationship with nature. Each chapter includes sidebars on related objects from other tribes and a section describing outside pressures from Euro-American. 200 color and 88 b&w, photos. 30 color illustrations.
Charlie Young Bear lives with his family on the Mesquakie reservation in Tama, Iowa. They are poor, but Charlie has a dream of owning a red and silver bicycle. One day, the tribe learns that it will soon receive a large sum of money in settlement of a treaty with the U.S. government. When the money finally arrives, it brings an unexpected surprise, and wismon and understanding to Charlie. Ages 5-8
