Children's Books
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Children's Books
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Children's Books
19th Century Girls and Women Bobbie Kalman Reveals the positive and negative aspects of both working and wealthy-class lives in the 1800s. Colorful pictures and illustrations portray the daily lives of women. Paper 0865054649 $7.95 CRABTREE _____________________________________________ Acting for Nature: What Young People Around the World Have Done to Protect the Environment Sneed B. Collard III Fifteen extraordinary stories accompanied with illustrations. Paper 1890771244 $8.95 HEYDAY _____________________________________________ Adam and Mackie the Monster Dr. Bob Billings Two adventuresome boys decide to visit a haunted house and unexpectedly encounter a growling monster. Even though they are trapped in the tower and frozen with fear, they try Conflict Resolution to solve their dilemma. Paper 0938911120 $8.95 POPPYLANE _____________________________________________ Adopted by Indians: A True Story Thomas Jefferson Mayfield This book gives younger readers a close-up view of traditional Californian Indian life from the perspective of someone their own age. In 1850, six-year-old Thomas Jefferson Mayfield was adopted by the Choinumne Yokuts of the Central Valley. Paper 0930588932 $10.95 HEYDAY _____________________________________________ Amazing Octopus Bobbie Kalman Young readers will discover all kinds of facts about these mysterious sea creatures, from the tiny blue-ringed to the Pacific giant. Paper 0778713210 $6.95 CRABTREE NEW TO CATALOG _____________________________________________ Amidst the Gold Dust: Women Who Forged the West Julie Danneberg A colorful collection of individual biographies about 5 women: a newly freed slave, a Native American, a care-giving wanderer, a refined Englishwoman, and a miner's wife. Paper 1555919979 $12.95 FULCRUM _____________________________________________ Ancient Forests Margaret Anderson, Nancy Field & Karen Stephenson Discover the world of giant trees in old-grown forest with 16 fun activities. Paper 0941042146 $5.95 LPP _____________________________________________ Animal Acrostics David Hummon and Michael S. Maydak Often humorous, always fun, these animal poems combine fact and fancy in an acrostic: the first letters of the poem's lines, when combined, spell out the creature's name. Ages 8 and up. Paper 1883220912 $7.95 DAWN _____________________________________________ Animal Trackers, By Lakes & Rivers Tessa Paul Provides young naturalists with the clues they need to identify and track animals that make their homes along waterways. Paper 0865055947 $7.95 CRABTREE _____________________________________________ Animal Trackers, By the Seashore Tessa Paul Describes in simple but fascinating detail the many interesting creatures that live in or near the sea. Paper 0865055955 $7.95 CRABTREE _____________________________________________ Animal Trackers, In Fields and Meadows Tessa Paul Alerts children to details that show how and where to find evidence of the existence of certain animals that make fields their home. Paper 0865055939 $7.95 CRABTREE _____________________________________________ Animal Trackers, In Woods And Forest Tessa Paul Ideal for nature walks. Shows children how to become an animal tracker in their own backyards and around the world. Paper 0865055920 $7.95 CRABTREE _____________________________________________ Animalia Graeme Base An alphabet book with fantastic and detailed pictures, bearing such labels as "Lazy lion lounging in the local library." Cloth 0810919397 $18.95 TIMEWARNER _____________________________________________ Anita of Rancho Del Mar Elaine F. O'Brien Here is an illustrated novel for middle-grade level readers. Set on a Spanish land-grant rancho in what is now Ventura County, Ca., this is an action-packed story of an independent-minded young girl and her adventures, most of which turn disaster into triumph. Paper 0931832799 $9.95 FITHIAN _____________________________________________ Antelope, Bison, Cougar: A National Park Wildlife Alphabet Book Steven P. Medley This colorful book spotlights the wildlife to be found in America's national parks. Cloth 1930238037 $14.95 YA _____________________________________________ Around One Cactus Anthony D. Fredericks A saguaro cactus may look lonely, standing in the dry, dry desert, but actually the saguaro is a haven for a whole community of creatures, some cute, some creepy, all of them fascinating! Paper 1584690526 $7.95 DAWN NEW TITLE _____________________________________________ At Your Fingertips: Bible Stories Kari James and Jose Miralles This book places the exciting, colorful world of nature right in your child's hands. The beautiful illustrations and fascinating facts in this book will delight and captivate children of all ages. Cloth 0768101034 $6.95 MCCLANAHAN _____________________________________________ At Your Fingertips: Birds Jim McGinness This book places the exciting, colorful world of nature right in your child's hands. The beautiful illustrations and fascinating facts in this book will delight and captivate children of all ages. Cloth 1562935453 $6.95 MCCLANAHAN _____________________________________________ At Your Fingertips: Mammals Judy Nayer and Grace Goldberg This book places the exciting, colorful world of nature right in your child's hands. The beautiful illustrations and fascinating facts in this book will delight and captivate children of all ages. Cloth 156293337X $6.95 MCCLANAHAN _____________________________________________ At Your Fingertips: Weather Judy Nayer and Terri Chicko This book places the exciting, colorful world of nature right in your child's hands. The beautiful illustrations and fascinating facts in this book will delight and captivate children of all ages. Cloth 0768101026 $6.95 MCCLANAHAN _____________________________________________ At Your Fingertips: Whales and Dolphins Judy Nayer and Greg Harris This book places the exciting, colorful world of nature right in your child's hands. The beautiful illustrations and fascinating facts in this book will delight and captivate children of all ages. Cloth 0768100313 $6.95 MCCLANAHAN _____________________________________________ Bandannas, Chaps and Ten Gallon Hats Bobbie Kalman This colorful book explains how each piece of a cowboy's clothing was especially suited to his work. Authentic period photos feature the clothing of farmers, townspeople, and famous western characters. Paper 0778701050 $7.95 CRABTREE _____________________________________________ Bats for Kids Kathryn T. Lundberg A favorite with kids 7-10 years old and their parents featuring big and colorful photos. Paper 1559715456 $6.95 CREATIVE _____________________________________________ Becoming Cesar Chavez Michelle Roman Biography of the Mexican American labor leader who created the United Farm Workers union. Paper 093891121X $8.95 POPPYLANE _____________________________________________ Beginning Math at Home (all reusable material) Elizabeth Peterson A basic math program that introduces math to young children. One set contains four kits. Kit 1 contains shapes. Kit 2 starts counting, quantity, and time on the hour. Kit 3 begins addition with combinations up to 10, and Kit 4 begins subtraction with combinations up to 10. Also a pre- and posttest combination is included along with a guidebook and fun game. Paper 0938911015 $13.50 POPPYLANE _____________________________________________ Beginning Reading at Home (all reusable material) Elizabeth Peterson A basic phonic approach for parents and teachers of young children. One set of ten kits contains everything needed to introduce reading. Included are Sounds Cards, Touch Cards, Word Cards, Nine Storybooks, a Test Booklet which tells when your child is ready to begin reading, and a Parent's Guidebook. ?For children 3 to 6 years of age. Paper 0938911007 $38.00 POPPYLANE _____________________________________________ Berries, Nuts and Seeds Diane L. Burns The format is crisp and the writing clear; each page features lovely water-color pictures, interesting activities round out a very nice treatment. Paper 1559715731 $6.95 CREATIVE _____________________________________________ Big California Activity Book, The Wide range of reproducible activities will entice any child to learn more about California. Touches on history, geography, people, places, fictional characters, festivals, legends, and much more. Paper 0793394570 $9.95 GALLOPADE NEW TO CATALOG _____________________________________________ Big California Timelines Wall poster stretches across the room, creating a central visual presentation of state facts. Paper 0635016818 $7.95 GALLOPADE NEW TO CATALOG _____________________________________________ Birds in Your Backyard Barbara Herkert Watching birds can be easy and lots of fun. Provide a little food and water, and watch them come. Kind the spark of interest in birds at an early age, and a child's love for nature will last forever. Ages 4 to 10. Paper 1584690259 $8.95 DAWN _____________________________________________ Birds in Your Backyard Barbara Herkert Describes the physical characteristics, habits, and natural environment of various North American birds and provides tips for observing backyard birds. Paper 1584690259 $8.95 DAWN _____________________________________________ Birds, Nests and Eggs Mel Boring This series turns ordinary walks into adventures. Children learn to identify a variety of different species. Full-color throughout. Paper 155971624X $7.95 CREATIVE _____________________________________________ Blacksmith, The Bobbie Kalman This book brings the smithy to life through beautiful illustrations, detailed diagrams, and clear explanations. Paper 0778707938 $7.95 CRABTREE _____________________________________________ Blueberry and the Victorian House Andrea Skiff A jolly story about a dog named Blueberry, who lives with Mr. and Mrs. Fusterdusty and the Weegraytinys, a family of mice, in a Victorian house. Blueberry has an exciting adventure and in spite of a mishap with Mr. AttaboomÆs hot-air balloon, all turns out well. Paper 0938911031 $6.95 POPPYLANE _____________________________________________ Bold Carnivore: An Alphabet of Predators, A Consie Powell Each letter of the alphabet refers to a predator, and large, simple text describes the animal, how it hunts, and the animals on which it preys. Paper 1570981434 $7.95 COURTWAYNE _____________________________________________ Boomtowns of the West Bobbie Kalman A gold rush or the arrival of a railroad could turn a sleepy village into a boomtown overnight! Authentic photographs feature the townspeople of boomtowns and the often difficult conditions in which they lived. Paper 0778701107 $7.95 CRABTREE _____________________________________________ Born to be a Cowgirl Candace Sherk Savage Children will encounter historical cattle ranchers and rodeo riders from Alberta to Texas, including Fannie Sperry, Evelyn Cameron, Calamity Jane, and Vera McGinnis. Paper 1582460205 $9.95 TENSPEED _____________________________________________ Born with a Bang Jennifer Morgan Presents a history of the universe, from the Big Bang to the formation of Earth, in the form of a letter written by the thirteen-billion-year-old universe itself to an Earth child. Paper 1584690321 $9.95 DAWN _____________________________________________ Born with a Bang: The Universe Tells Our Cosmic Story Jennifer Morgan The Universe tells its own life story of chaos and creativity, science and struggle. Paper 1584690321 $9.95 DAWN _____________________________________________ Buffalo Jones: The Man Who Saved America's Bison Carol A. Winn and William J. Geer A thrilling and humorous true adventure of Jones' treacherous 1800s Texas trail ride, risking his life to rescue baby buffalo and save America's bison from extinction. Cloth 1877810304 $12.95 RAYVE _____________________________________________ California Bingo: Biography Edition Facts about must-know people of California for kids to learn while having fun. Includes 36 different playing cards. Correlated to state learning standards. Paper 0635002728 $12.95 GALLOPADE NEW TO CATALOG _____________________________________________ California Bingo: Geography Edition Facts about the geography of the state for kids to learn while having fun. Includes 36 different playing cards. Correlated to state learning standards. Paper 0635001233 $12.95 GALLOPADE NEW TO CATALOG _____________________________________________ California Bingo: History Edition Facts about California's history for kids to learn while having fun. Includes 36 different playing cards. Correlated to state learning standards. Paper 0635001225 $12.95 GALLOPADE NEW TO CATALOG _____________________________________________ California Early History Randy L. Womack A simplified, yet complete, resource book detailing the history of California through statehood. Ready-to-use activities, questions, maps and research projects. Paper 1565000277 $11.95 GEC _____________________________________________ California Geography Randy L. Womack Students are given a world overview with a specific review of CaliforniaÆs climate and its physical, economic and political features. Paper 1565000285 $8.95 GEC _____________________________________________ California Geography Projects Carole Marsh Combines state facts, educational value, and fun with everyday materials. Fun-to-do hands-on projects that are easy and inexpensive. Paper 0635018241 $5.95 GALLOPADE NEW TO CATALOG _____________________________________________ California History Projects Carole Marsh Combines state facts, educational value, and fun with everyday materials. Fun-to-do hands-on projects that are easy and inexpensive. Paper 0635017741 $5.95 GALLOPADE NEW TO CATALOG _____________________________________________ California Jeopardy Carole Marsh Features "categories" like state history, geography, exploration, people, and lots more. Each category lists educational and entertaining answers the student gives the correct question. Based on the popular TV show. Paper 0793395046 $7.95 GALLOPADE NEW TO CATALOG _____________________________________________ California Jography: A Fun Run Through Our State! Carole Marsh Activities include information on rivers, museums, historic places, sites of interest, climate, crops, and much more. Approximately 30 activities and 200 geography-related places and facts are covered. Paper 0793395054 $7.95 GALLOPADE NEW TO CATALOG _____________________________________________ California Millionaire Kids learn state facts while improving grammar, critical thinking, and memory skills, and at the same time having lots of fun. Based on the popular TV show. Paper 0635000261 $5.95 GALLOPADE NEW TO CATALOG _____________________________________________ California Poster Map Oversize map features key cities, landmarks, historic sites, rivers, regions, borders, and major geographic features. 22 x 34. Map 0793394791 $7.95 GALLOPADE Map _____________________________________________ California Sticker Fun Pack Features the state bird, flag, tree, flower, and lots more. 36 stickers per pack. Paper 0796697111 $2.50 GALLOPADE NEW TO CATALOG _____________________________________________ California Survivor Kids learn state facts while improving grammar, critical thinking, and memory skills, and at the same time having lots of fun. Based on the popular TV show. Paper 0635005263 $5.95 GALLOPADE NEW TO CATALOG _____________________________________________ California Symbols Projects Carole Marsh Combines state facts, educational value, and fun with everyday materials. Fun-to-do hands-on projects that are easy and inexpensive. Paper 063501873X $5.95 GALLOPADE NEW TO CATALOG _____________________________________________ California Timelines Student 10 Pack Graphically designed to intrigue students to read the information, the timeline highlights important state events from the past through the present. Paper 0695017253 $3.95 GALLOPADE NEW TO CATALOG _____________________________________________ California Wheel of Fortune Kids learn state facts while improving grammar, critical thinking, and memory skills, and at the same time having lots of fun. Based on the popular TV show. Paper 0793396263 $5.95 GALLOPADE NEW TO CATALOG _____________________________________________ Caterpillars, Bugs and Butterflies Mel Boring This series turns ordinary walks into adventures. Children learn to identify a variety of different species. Full-color throughout. Paper 1559716746 $7.95 CREATIVE _____________________________________________ Caves Neil Morris Caves were often the favorite hideout for smugglers and pirates. This book features examples of these secret places from around the world. Paper 0865058423 $6.95 CRABTREE _____________________________________________ Children of the Earth Remember Schim Schimmel Here is a tender lesson of sharing and protecting earth, enhanced with stunning artwork. Ages 5 to 8. Cloth 1559716401 $14.95 CREATIVE _____________________________________________ Children of the Earth Remember Schim Schimmel Features Schimmel's most lovable baby animals for the very young. Cloth 155971834X $6.95 CREATIVE _____________________________________________ Children's Clothing of the 1800s Bobbie Kalman & David Schimpky Shows readers how children dressed in the 19th century, when most settlers' children owned only two outfits one for everyday wear and one for Sunday. Paper 086505519X $7.95 CRABTREE _____________________________________________ Christina and the Little Red Bird Elizabeth J. Peterson This is a story about how a little red bird saved a village from a raging fire by warning Christina. At the time the village was putting the fire out, the little red bird's two eggs in its nest hatched. Paper 0938911023 $5.95 POPPYLANE _____________________________________________ Classroom Games Bobbie Kalman & Heather Levigne In early classrooms, teachers often had limited supplies with which to teach the students. Classroom Games describes the fun and creative activities that teachers in pioneer communities employed to teach students good behavior as well as the three R's. Paper 0865054703 $7.95 CRABTREE _____________________________________________ Colonial Cook, The Bobbie Kalman & Ellen Brown This book sets the colonial cook in her kitchen, and depicts with beautiful illustrations and photographs how she spent her day and which foods she cooked. Paper 0778707946 $7.95 CRABTREE _____________________________________________ Coral Reef, A Jen Green From the dark blue waters of the deep reef to warm shallow lagoons, A Coral Reef explores the colorful species that make a coral reef their home. Paper 0778701522 $8.95 CRABTREE _____________________________________________ Cosmos Kids Doyle Potter This is a coloring book for felt pens. It is about aliens visiting earth one day and sight-seeing famous parts or landmarks throughout the world. They also participate in fun activities like building a snowman and swimming with dolphins. Paper 0938911155 $10.00 POPPYLANE _____________________________________________ Cowboy in the Making Will James First published in 1937, this is a timeless coming-of-age story showing how life experiences develop character. For ages 10 and up. Cloth 0878424393 $15.00 MOUNTAIN _____________________________________________ Creepy Crawlies & the Scientific Method Sally Kneidel This how-to manual for children offers a vivid introduction to plant-eaters, predators, and decomposers. Paper 1555911188 $18.95 FULCRUM _____________________________________________ Crystal Palace: A Tale from the Gold Country, The Paula Bonnier Anawalt This is a tale of three children's adventures in the Gold Country. Young readers are invited to follow along as they encounter legends, monuments and magic of the area's history. Paper 0966841417 $9.95 ABONGOLD _____________________________________________ Cycles, Cycles, Cycles Michael Elsohn Ross Intended for children, this is an introduction to the cycles in our lives. Scientific concepts are presented simply and enlivened with spirited, humorous illustrations. Paper 0939666014 $3.95 YA _____________________________________________ Dandelion Seed, The Joseph Anthony and Cris Arbo By roadside or mountainside, it flowers every month of the year throughout the world, a fitting symbol of life. Its journey is our journey, filled with challenge, wonder and beauty. Paper 188322067X $7.95 DAWN _____________________________________________ Dead Log, A Jen Green Describes the diverse kinds of insects, plants, and animals that live on and under a dead tree's bark as well as inside the log itself. Paper 0778701506 $8.95 CRABTREE _____________________________________________ Dear Children of the Earth Schim Schimmel Mother Earth writes a letter to the children of our planet encouraging environmentalism. Powerful acrylic paintings complement the gentle text. Ages 5 to 8. Cloth 1559712252 $12.95 CREATIVE _____________________________________________ Desert Babies The editors of NorthWord Books for Young Readers Photographs and simple text introduce baby animals as they live and play in their desert habitats. Cloth 1559718722 $5.95 CREATIVE _____________________________________________ Deserts Neil Morris Explains how rich land can become an arid desert due to drought and overuse for grazing or crops. Paper 0865058393 $6.95 CRABTREE _____________________________________________ Did You Know? Coloring book with facts about the Giant Sequoia tree. Paper NO ISBN $3.25 SNHAPUB _____________________________________________ Discover America An educational book with games, puzzles and fun activities. Paper 1881327132 $2.95 PUMPHOUSE _____________________________________________ Discover American Indians An educational book with games, puzzles and fun activities. Paper 1881327078 $2.95 PUMPHOUSE _____________________________________________ Discover California Coloring Book An educational book with games, puzzles and fun activities. Paper 1881327051 $2.95 PUMPHOUSE _____________________________________________ Discover California's Gold Country An educational book with games, puzzles and fun activities. Paper 1881327035 $2.95 PUMPHOUSE _____________________________________________ Discover Death Valley An educational book with games, puzzles and fun activities. Paper 1881327027 $2.95 PUMPHOUSE _____________________________________________ Discover Dinosaurs An educational book with games, puzzles and fun activities. Paper 1881327086 $2.95 PUMPHOUSE _____________________________________________ Discover the Pacific Coast An educational book with games, puzzles and fun activities. Paper 1881327043 $2.95 PUMPHOUSE _____________________________________________ Discover the Seasons Diane Iverson Rich illustrations and sensitive poetry capture the spirit of each part of the season. Each season has a hands-on activity and there is a tasty recipe at the end of each theme. For ages 3 to 10. Paper 1883220432 $9.95 DAWN _____________________________________________ Discover Yosemite Coloring Book An educational book with games, puzzles and fun activities. Paper 1881327000 $2.95 PUMPHOUSE _____________________________________________ Discovering Earthquakes Nancy Field & Adele Schepige Dig into the mysteries of earthquakes through fun activities. Paper 094104212X $5.95 LPP _____________________________________________ Discovering Endangered Species Nancy Field, Sally MacHlis Will help children become environmentally aware citizens of the earth and to have a love of science and nature. Paper 094104209X $4.95 LPP NEW TO CATALOG _____________________________________________ Discovering Marine Mammals Nancy Fields & Sally Machlis Dive in and meet whales, dolphins, porpoises, seals, sea lions, sea otters, and manatees with fun activities. Paper 0941042065 $4.95 LPP _____________________________________________ Discovering Sharks and Rays Nancy Field, Michael S. Maydak Will help children become environmentally aware citizens of the earth and to have a love of science and nature. Paper 0941042332 $7.95 LPP NEW TO CATALOG _____________________________________________ Discovering Wolves Nancy Field & Corliss Karasov Provides 18 fun and thought-stimulating activities designed to exercise critical thinking skills. Paper 0941042103 $5.95 LPP _____________________________________________ Do Animals Have Feelings Too? David L. Rice and Trudy Calvert This collection of true animal stories, witnessed by naturalists and others, is both heartwarming and thought-provoking. For ages 4 to 12. Paper 1584690046 $7.95 DAWN _____________________________________________ Dolphins Around the World Bobbie Kalman This book will clarify many misconceptions and introduce children to all 33 species of "true" dolphins. Paper 077871182X $6.95 CRABTREE _____________________________________________ Dolphin's Body, A Bobbie Kalman This intriguing new book answers such questions as how do dolphins eat, see, and smell? How do they swim and dive? How is a dolphin's way of breathing different from the way we breathe? Do dolphins sleep? How does echolocation work? Can dolphins actually see through us? Paper 0778711838 $6.95 CRABTREE _____________________________________________ Dos Californios A story about the 1818 pirate raid on the California coast. Text in English and Spanish. Paper 0883880563 $3.95 BELLEROPHO _____________________________________________ Drop Around the World, A Barbara Shaw McKinney A drop of rain is a drop of life. Water links the world in a living flow. Traveling with Drop, readers see the world from solid, liquid and vaporous viewpoints. Paper 1883220726 $7.95 DAWN _____________________________________________ Early Christmas Bobbie Kalman How pioneers celebrated Christmas. One of the series on early settlers' lives. Paper 0865050031 $8.95 CRABTREE NEW TO CATALOG _____________________________________________ Early City Life Bobbie Kalman Cities offered people many things a farming village could not: protection, shelter, communication systems, health care, education, and job opportunities. Paper 0865050287 $8.95 CRABTREE _____________________________________________ Early Family Home Bobbie Kalman In a settler home, everyone in the family pitched in to share the workload. Women took care of the household while men tended the crops and livestock. Paper 0865050163 $8.95 CRABTREE _____________________________________________ Early Farm Life Bobbie Kalman Many settlers who came to the New World to farm had never even lived in the country. They arrived at their piece of land and saw that their farm was nothing but a forest. There was nothing to do except take heart and get to work! Paper 0865050260 $8.95 CRABTREE _____________________________________________ Early Health and Medicine Bobbie Kalman Details illnesses, home remedies, and beliefs about cleanliness that the settlers held. Paper 0865050309 $8.95 CRABTREE _____________________________________________ Early Loggers and the Sawmills Bobbie Kalman Shows the rugged life of the lumberjack and how wood was processed. Paper 0865050066 $8.95 CRABTREE _____________________________________________ Early Pleasures and Pastimes Bobbie Kalman Dunking for apples, music, dancing, parties, and holidays the early settlers worked hard but they found time for many of the pastimes we still enjoy today. Paper 0865050244 $8.95 CRABTREE _____________________________________________ Early Schools Bobbie Kalman Take a nostalgic tour inside an early one-room school and find out how education has changed over the past 200 years. Paper 0865050147 $8.95 CRABTREE _____________________________________________ Early Settler Children Bobbie Kalman Describes the busy lives of children and how they made their own fun. Paper 086505018X $8.95 CRABTREE _____________________________________________ Early Settler Storybook Bobbie Kalman Experience first-hand the stories and poems read by the children of the 19th century! Give children an authentic glimpse of how the settlers thought and felt. Paper 0865050201 $8.95 CRABTREE _____________________________________________ Early Store and Markets Bobbie Kalman Takes a fascinating look at how businesses developed from the early trading post to 17th and 18th century specialty stores. Paper 086505004X $8.95 CRABTREE _____________________________________________ Early Village Life Bobbie Kalman A village grew and businesses sprang up to meet the demand of a growing population. This book shows how an early community developed. Paper 0865050104 $8.95 CRABTREE _____________________________________________ Earth & Me, Our Family Tree J. Patrick Lewis The last in a trilogy of Earth's features and habitats, this book explores earth's amazing inhabitants. Paper 1584690305 $7.95 DAWN _____________________________________________ Earth & Us, Continuous J. Patrick Lewis Second in a trilogy of free-verse tours of the Earth and its inhabitants. Testifies to the wonders of our planet and how it came to be. Paper 1584690232 $7.95 DAWN _____________________________________________ Earth and YouùA Closer View: Nature's Features J. Patrick Lewis This is the first of three books celebrating the human relationship with nature's features, nature's creatures, and nature's past and future. Paper 1584690151 $7.95 DAWN _____________________________________________ Earthquakes Bobbie Kalman Shifting faults, erupting volcanoes, and even man-made constructions such as Hoover Dam have been the cause of earthquakes throughout history. Paper 086505844X $6.95 CRABTREE _____________________________________________ Endangered Ocean Animals Dave Taylor The far-reaching effects of drifted fishing, illegal whaling, motorboats, and pollution from oil spills, garbage, and industrial waste endanger thousands of ocean species.Paper Paper 0865055432 $7.95 CRABTREE _____________________________________________ Family of Earth, The Schim Schimmel Toddlers will be captivated by the bright colors and adorable creatures. Perfect for bedtime reading. Cloth 1559718331 $6.95 CREATIVE _____________________________________________ Family of Earth, The Schim Schimmel Through simple, poetic text and lush illustrations, this book will touch young and old alike. Ages 5 to 8. Cloth 1559717904 $14.95 CREATIVE _____________________________________________ Famous Native North Americans Bobbie Kalman and Molly Aloian Explores the lives and achievements of exceptional men and women and the differences they made in history. Paper 0778704718 $8.95 CRABTREE NEW TITLE _____________________________________________ Fantastic Fresno Fun Book: An Educational Activity Book for Kids Wendy Wilcox Nugent and Elisabeth Markus A coloring book with crosswords, puzzles, mazes, word searches and fun facts. Paper 0966658108 $6.95 CLOVER _____________________________________________ Forest Animals Laura Evert, Kathy Feeney, & Anthony D. Fredericks Explore the fascinating worlds of wolves, whitetail deer, black bears, and moose. For ages 7-10. Cloth 1559717084 $14.95 CREATIVE _____________________________________________ Forest Babies, Board Book The editors of NorthWord Books for Young Readers A wonderful photographic board book featuring adorable baby animals in the forest. It's perfect for little ones, with accessible language and concepts. Cloth 1559718749 $5.95 CREATIVE _____________________________________________ Forests Neil Morris Examines different kinds of forests in different climates, the layers of a forest, plant and animal life, people of the rainforests, and preserving forests. Paper 0865058458 $6.95 CRABTREE _____________________________________________ Forests Neil Morris Text and photographs examine various aspects of these natural wonders including their formations, wildlife, and histories. Paper 0865058458 $6.95 CRABTREE _____________________________________________ Fort Life Bobbie Kalman & David Schimpky Coveted for their strategic military locations, forts often changed hands many times. Forts played a vital role in the settlement of the New World and were a means of refuge for soldiers and settlers. Paper 0865055165 $7.95 CRABTREE _____________________________________________ Freshwater Pond, A Adam Hibbert Describes the plants, animals, and insects that live in a pond and how they adapt to the water's changing condition in dry summers and icy winters. Paper 0778701476 $8.95 CRABTREE _____________________________________________ Friendships in Nature By James Gary Hines II In this book children learn about the surprising and fascinating world of symbiosis. They find out how the most unlikely animal, plant, or insect pair help each other in unusual ways. Cloth 1559717912 $15.95 CREATIVE _____________________________________________ Frogs, Toads and Turtles Diane L. Burns This colorful book devotes a page to each of 30 creatures. Paper 1559715936 $7.95 CREATIVE _____________________________________________ From Lava to Life: The Universe Tells Our Earth Story Jennifer Morgan The thrilling story of how life began on Earth. The second book in the trilogy that began with Born with a Bang. Fully illustrated by Dana Lynne Andersen. Paper 1584690429 $9.95 DAWN NEW TO CATALOG _____________________________________________ Fun with Dolphins Bobbie Kalman Provides an "up-close" experience with dolphins through fascinating information and activities that will engage a child's imagination. Paper 077871165X $6.95 CRABTREE _____________________________________________ Fun with Nature Mel Boring, Diane L. Burns and Leslie Dendy Includes: Trees, Leaves and Bark; Caterpillars, Bugs and Butterflies; Tracks, Scats and Signs; Rabbits, Squirrels and Chipmunks; Snakes, Salamanders and Lizards; and Frogs, Toads and Turtles. Cloth 1559717025 $16.95 CREATIVE _____________________________________________ Games from Long Ago Bobbie Kalman Many unusual as well as familiar games from the 19th century are described in this book. Paper 0865055211 $7.95 CRABTREE _____________________________________________ General Store, The Bobbie Kalman Young readers will discover why the general store often was the heart of the community, where goods were bought and traded, local news was reported, and people met to gossip and discuss the weather and crops. Paper 0865054622 $7.95 CRABTREE _____________________________________________ Girls Who Looked Under Rocks Jeannine Atkins Discouraged from getting dirty and pursuing careers in science, the six women portrayed in this book grew up to become award-winning scientists, writers and artists. Paper 1584690119 $8.95 DAWN _____________________________________________ Gold Rush, The Bobbie Kalman Investigates one of the most thrilling and desperate times in North American history. Paper 0778701115 $7.95 CRABTREE _____________________________________________ Gold Rush: The Young Prospector James Klein Explains how people became rich and famous in historic gold rushes around the world. Paper 1883672643 $9.95 TENSPEED _____________________________________________ Great Indians of California: A Bellerophon Coloring Book California Indians had culturesùand fearless leaders who fought to the death trying to preserve them. Paper 0883880873 $4.95 BELLEROPHO _____________________________________________ Guide to the California Gold Rush Eugene R. Hart With descriptions and illustrations of events surrounding the great rush to the west. Paper 0963419722 $19.95 FREEWHEEL _____________________________________________ Happy Camper Handbook: A Guide to Camping for Kids and Their Parents, The Michael Elsohn Ross and Cary Michael Trout Here's a fun introduction to all aspects of camping for children packaged with a durable flashlight (batteries included) and a rescue whistle. Full of info. for beginners. Paper 0939666782 $15.95 YA _____________________________________________ Have Heart David Eckstein with Greg Brown Angels fans and children of all ages can meet Anaheim's sparkplug shortstop in a personal way. David shares his family album of special photos and memories. An uplifting story. Cloth 0963465031 $15.95 PFK NEW TO CATALOG _____________________________________________ Hawks for Kids Sumner Matteson A favorite with kids 7-10 years old and their parents featuring big and colorful photos. Paper 155971462X $16.95 CREATIVE _____________________________________________ Homes of the West Bobbie Kalman Describes in detail such early western-style homes as the soddy, the dugout, the log cabin, and adobe homes as well as Native American dwellings including tepees, longhouses, and pueblos. Paper 0778701069 $7.95 CRABTREE _____________________________________________ Humphrey the Wayward Whale Ernest Callenbach & Christine Leefeldt This best-selling children's book tells the true tale and adventures of Humphrey, a humpback whale who wandered seventy miles into the San Francisco Bay in 1985. Paper 0930588231 $4.95 HEYDAY _____________________________________________ In a Backyard Jen Green Explores the sheds and treetops of our backyards, revealing the hideaways of mammals, insects, reptiles, birds and amphibians. Paper 0778701557 $8.95 CRABTREE _____________________________________________ In a House James W.R. Martin Takes a peek under carpets and inside the cracks and crevices of our basements and garages, revealing the homes of spiders, moths, cockroaches, mealworms, and other house dwellers. Paper 0778701549 $8.95 CRABTREE _____________________________________________ In a Nutshell Joseph Anthony and Cris Arbo Discusses who we are, why we are here, where we come from and where we go. Every child ponders life's greatest questions. Here in a nutshell, is a tale about life. Ages 3 to 10. Paper 188322098X $7.95 DAWN _____________________________________________ In One Tidepool: Crabs, Snails and Salty Tails Anthony D. Fredricks Explore the tiny but fascinating world of ocean tidepools in this beautifully illustrated book in humorous rhyming text. Spark the imaginations of budding young marine biologists! Paper 1584690380 $7.95 DAWN _____________________________________________ In the Barn Bobbie Kalman Uses full-color pictures to show how the barn was the center of activity on a busy settler farm. Paper 0865054630 $7.95 CRABTREE _____________________________________________ In the Days of the Vaqueros Russell Freedman Conscripted by wealthy Spanish conquistadors in the 16th century, Native American vaqueros became spectacular riders and ropers and 300 years later taught the settlers of the American West how to round up cattle, bring down a steer and break wild broncos. Cloth 0395967880 $18.00 HOUGHTON NEW TO CATALOG _____________________________________________ In the Kitchen with Pete and Rosa Kate Duffy Paper 097093016X $12.95 FITKIDS NEW TO CATALOG _____________________________________________ John Muir Teacher's Guide Joan Franklin Smutny Tie-in to national standards. Other language exercises. Paper 1555914926 $9.95 FULCRUM _____________________________________________ John Muir: America's Naturalist Thomas Locker Brings the world and words of John Muir to readers, both the young and the young at heart. Muir wrote lyrical descriptions of nature for the benefit of future generations. Beautifully illustrated. Cloth 1555913938 $17.95 FULCRUM _____________________________________________ John Muir: My Life of Adventure Garth Gilchrist Includes young Johnny's escapades among Scottish castle ruins, his walk of 1,000 miles, hair- raising adventures of Muir the mountain man and conservationist extraordinaire. Ages 4 to 12, 45 minutes. CD 1584690208 $16.95 DAWN _____________________________________________ John Muir: My Life of Adventure Garth Gilchrist Includes young Johnny's escapades among Scottish castle ruins, his walk of 1,000 miles, hair- raising adventures of Muir the mountain man and conservationist extraordinaire. Ages 4 to 12, 45 minutes. Audio 1584690194 $9.95 DAWN _____________________________________________ John Muir: My Life with Nature Joseph Cornell A unique ôautobiographyö selected and retold by naturalist Joseph Cornell. The book is alive with a presence of adventure, enthusiasm and a love of each animal and plant. Paper 1584690097 $8.95 DAWN _____________________________________________ Jonathan's Red Apple Tree Alton Pryor This is an educational book for the young reader. It should stimulate youngsters to learn more about the plants and trees in their gardens. Paper 0966005333 $7.95 STAGECOACH _____________________________________________ Journey to the Heart of Nature Joseph Cornell In a workbook format, Cornell creates a journey that unfolds as the child reads the sounds of nature, attracts and cares for wildlife, and savors the quiet, yet dramatic, effects of dawn and sunset. For ages 12 to 17. Paper 1883220068 $9.95 DAWN _____________________________________________ Journey To The Secret Forest Char Bishop A tale of a family of deer and their trip through an old growth redwood forest. Paper 0970046642 $6.95 BORED _____________________________________________ Journey to Topaz Yoshiko Uchida This book tells of eleven-year old Yuki Sakane and her family who, after the bombing of Pearl Harbor, are uprooted from their California home and forced to live in Topaz, a bleak desert concentration camp. Paper 0916870855 $9.95 CA _____________________________________________ Keepsake California Coloring Book Carole Marsh Original art of characters, scenes, and symbols, with educational facts on each page. Provides a terrific introduction to the state. Reproducible. Paper 0793394678 $3.95 GALLOPADE NEW TO CATALOG _____________________________________________ Know-It-All: Apes Carol Harrison and Greg Harris With dramatic die-cuts, stunning embossed covers and engaging texts, this early science series puts the spotlight on animalsùhow they look, where they live, and what they are like when they are babies and adults. Full-color illustrations and informative stat boxes. Paper 0768101808 $2.79 MCCLANAHAN _____________________________________________ Know-It-All: Crocodiles With dramatic die-cuts, stunning embossed covers and engaging texts, this early science series puts the spotlight on crocodiles, how they look, where they live, and what they are like when they are babies and adults. Full-color illustrations and informative stat boxes. Paper 0768102111 $2.79 MCCLANAHAN _____________________________________________ Know-It-All: Fish Christopher Nicholas and Jean Cassels With dramatic die-cuts, stunning embossed covers and engaging texts, this early science series puts the spotlight on animalsùhow they look, where they live, and what they are like when they are babies and adults. Full-color illustrations and informative stat boxes. Paper 0768102316 $2.79 MCCLANAHAN _____________________________________________ Know-It-All: Predators With dramatic die-cuts, stunning embossed covers and engaging texts, this early science series puts the spotlight on predators, how they look, where they live, and what they are like when they are babies and adults. Full-color illustrations and informativ Paper 0768103784 $2.79 MCCLANAHAN _____________________________________________ Know-It-All: Sharks Irene Trimble and Mike Maydak With dramatic die-cuts, stunning embossed covers and engaging texts, this early science series puts the spotlight on animalsùhow they look, where they live, and what they are like when they are babies and adults. Full-color illustrations and informative stat boxes. Paper 0768101255 $2.79 MCCLANAHAN _____________________________________________ Know-It-All: Whales Irene Trimble and Greg Harris With dramatic die-cuts, stunning embossed covers and engaging texts, this early science series puts the spotlight on animalsùhow they look, where they live, and what they are like when they are babies and adults. Full-color illustrations and informative stat boxes. Paper 0768101271 $2.79 MCCLANAHAN _____________________________________________ Know-It-All: Wild Cats Kari James With dramatic die-cuts, stunning embossed covers and engaging texts, this early science series puts the spotlight on wild cats, how they look, where they live, and what they are like when they are babies and adults. Full-color illustrations and informative stat boxes. Paper 076810095X $2.79 MCCLANAHAN _____________________________________________ Know-It-All: Wolves Christopher Nicholas With dramatic die-cuts, stunning embossed covers and engaging texts, this early science series puts the spotlight on wolves, how they look, where they live, and what they are like when they are babies and adults. Full-color illustrations and informative stat boxes. Paper 0768101263 $2.79 MCCLANAHAN _____________________________________________ Last Day of the Season: From a Baseball's Point of View Ron Hughart Hardhead, a baseball, tells the story of how Johnny, who wore a brace on his leg, and a boy from another team became friends. Paper 1892622181 $9.95 BREWERS NEW TO CATALOG _____________________________________________ Leapfrogging Through Wetlands Nancy Field Will help children become environmentally aware citizens of the earth and to have a love of science and nature. Paper 0941042189 $7.95 LPP NEW TO CATALOG _____________________________________________ Let's Discover California CD Interactive CD with lots of fun facts for kids to learn. Includes government, a timeline, geography, civics, landmarks, parks, historical places, and more. Also includes a free printed reproducible quiz. CD 0793394864 $14.95 GALLOPADE NEW TO CATALOG _____________________________________________ Life Cycle of a Bird Bobbie Kalman & Kathryn Smithyman Although there are over 9,000 species of birds in the world, each develops from a single-celled egg, is incubated, hatches, and grows to adulthood. Some birds' life cycles involve migration. Paper 0778706842 $5.95 CRABTREE _____________________________________________ Life Cycle of a Butterfly Bobbie Kalman Explains butterfly metamorphosis and migration in simple terms. The text is beautifully illustrated with photographs and art, making this book a joy to read. Paper 077870680X $5.95 CRABTREE _____________________________________________ Life Cycle of a Frog Bobbie Kalman & Kathryn Smithyman Details the changes in a frog at the four stages: egg, tadpole, froglet, and adult. Illustrations, photographs, and easy-to-read text. Paper 0778706818 $5.95 CRABTREE _____________________________________________ Life Cycle of a Raccoon Bobbie Kalman Explains the stages of development baby raccoons undergo before they leave their mothers. These highly intelligent mammals will fascinate children. Paper 0778706915 $6.95 CRABTREE NEW TO CATALOG _____________________________________________ Life Cycle of a Snake Bobbie Kalman and John Crossingham Describes the growth and development of snakes from birth to maturity. Full-color images of many of the thousands of species. Paper 0778706907 $6.95 CRABTREE NEW TO CATALOG _____________________________________________ Life Cycle of a Spider Bobbie Kalman Describes the growth and development of these fascinating animals. Full-color images of all kinds of spiders, from the common to the exotic, are included. Paper 0778706885 $5.95 CRABTREE _____________________________________________ Life Cycle of a Tree Bobbie Kalman Follows the growth of a tree from the time it sprouts to the time it is mature and capable of producing new seeds. Paper 0778706893 $5.95 CRABTREE _____________________________________________ Life Cycle of a Whale Bobbie Kalman & Karuna Thal Looks at the life of a humpback whale from birth, through its first year of life, and growth to adulthood. Paper 0778706834 $5.95 CRABTREE _____________________________________________ Life Cycle of a Wolf Bobbie Kalman Children will learn about the intricacies of pack life and the ways in which each stage of a wolf pup's development determines its future in the family group. Photographs and illustrations of these majestic animals. Paper 0778706877 $5.95 CRABTREE _____________________________________________ Life in a Dolphin Pod Bobbie Kalman Answers such questions as what do dolphins do all day and night? How do dolphins learn to hunt and cooperate in catching prey? When do they rest and how do they decide with which group they will spend their time? Paper 0778711846 $6.95 CRABTREE _____________________________________________ Life of a Miner Bobbie Kalman & Kate Calder Details the work and hardships of the people who searched for valuable minerals such as gold, silver, and copper. Paper 0778701093 $7.95 CRABTREE _____________________________________________ Life on the Trail Bobbie Kalman Features authentic photos of cowboys on the cattle trail in the 1800s and early 1900s as well as a map outlining the trails taken in both the United States and Canada. Paper 0778701042 $7.95 CRABTREE _____________________________________________ Lifetimes David L. Rice Tells of nature's longest (the universe), shortest (the mayfly), and many other lifetimes, for ages 4 to 12. Beautiful full-color illustrations by Michael S. Maydak. Paper 1883220599 $7.95 DAWN _____________________________________________ Milliner, The Nikki Walker The milliner indulged the whims of colonial women in a shop stocked with a tempting array of stylish accessories, fabrics, shoes, and clothing imported from England and around the world. Beautiful color photographs and illustrations. Paper 0778707911 $7.95 CRABTREE _____________________________________________ More Fun with Nature Mel Boring, Diane L. Burns and Leslie Dendy Includes: Berries, Nuts and Seeds; Birds, Nests and Eggs; Rocks, Fossils and Arrowheads, Seashells, Crabs and Sea Stars; and Wildflowers, Blooms and Blossoms. Cloth 1559717955 $16.95 CREATIVE _____________________________________________ Motherlove Virginia Kroll and Lucia Washburn The love of a mother for her young is the best echo of love divine. In animal and the human species alike, a mother's love directs and protects and puts the heart in a home. Ages 2 to 8. Paper 1883220807 $7.95 DAWN _____________________________________________ Mountains Neil Morris Mountains are constantly being created, changed, and eroded. People and animals must adapt in order to survive this environment. Paper 0865058415 $6.95 CRABTREE _____________________________________________ My Favorite Tree: Terrific Trees of North America Diane Iverson This book is both informational and inspirational. It discusses how important trees are in children's lives, from play places to escape-from-the-world places. For ages 4 to 12. Paper 1883220939 $9.95 DAWN _____________________________________________ My First Book about California For grades 1-5. Introduction to basic state facts such as state nickname, seal, song, bird, motto, flag, industries, weather, and more. Also an introduction to state history and people. 32 reproducible pages. Paper 0793395038 $7.95 GALLOPADE NEW TO CATALOG _____________________________________________ My First Pocket Guide about California The perfect reference guide for students in grades 3-up. Handy, easy-to-use guide is divided into seven color-coded sections including history, geography, people, places, nature, and more! Paper 0793394473 $6.95 GALLOPADE NEW TO CATALOG _____________________________________________ My Monarch Journal (Teacher Edition) Connie Muther and Anita Bibeau More than 140 stunning photographs capture the miracle of metamorphosis of the Monarch Butterfly. The child is guided to understand and record the progress of a miracle that takes place in their own hands. For ages 4 to 12. Paper 1584690054 $9.95 DAWN _____________________________________________ Native Homes Bobbie Kalman A map showing the lodges of native nations appears at the beginning of the book, and beautiful, detailed illustrations show the exteriors, interiors, and way of life in each lodge. Paper 0778704637 $7.95 CRABTREE _____________________________________________ Native Ways: California Indian Stories and Memories Malcom Margolin and Yolanda Montijo This lively and affectionate book, full of humor and facts, will give younger readers a glimpse into how Indian people lived in the ôold daysö and how they are living today. Paper 0930588738 $7.95 HEYDAY _____________________________________________ Nature Activity Book, Birds Waterford Press Features 64 pages of fun games, quizzes and activities relating to birds. Paper 1583552022 $6.95 GLOBE _____________________________________________ Nature Activity Book, Mammals Waterford Press Features 64 pages of fun games, quizzes and activities relating to mammals. Paper 1583552030 $6.95 GLOBE _____________________________________________ Nature Activity Book, Pond Life Waterford Press Features 64 pages of fun games, quizzes and activities relating to pond life. Paper 1583552006 $6.95 GLOBE _____________________________________________ Nature Activity Book, Seashore Life Waterford Press Features 64 pages of fun games, quizzes and activities relating to seashore life. Paper 1583552014 $6.95 GLOBE _____________________________________________ Nature Unfolds Mountains & Deserts Gerard Cheshire & Peter Barrett A lavishly illustrated book that takes readers on a journey from the deserts of the American southwest to the middle Rocky Mountains. Paper 0778703231 $9.95 CRABTREE _____________________________________________ Nature Unfolds the Ocean Andy Williams A richly illustrated book that takes readers on a journey across the broad Atlantic Ocean, from the tropical coasts of the Caribbean to the chilly waters of northern Europe. Paper 0778703223 $9.95 CRABTREE _____________________________________________ Ocean Biome Bobbie Kalman The diverse and complex concepts and relationships of the marine biome, which covers three-fourths of the earth's surface, are made accessible to young readers. Paper 0778713180 $6.95 CRABTREE NEW TO CATALOG _____________________________________________ Ocean Friends Robert Lyn Nelson Serves as an illustrated, poetic primer to the wonders of the ocean by introducing dolphins, sea turtles, manta rays, and whales, and exploring coral reefs and sunken ships. Cloth 1559718404 $15.95 CREATIVE _____________________________________________ Oceans Andy Williams Oil spills and industrial pollution pose a great threat to the world's oceans. Action is being taken around the world to protect water. Paper 0865058407 $6.95 CRABTREE _____________________________________________ Okomi and the Tickling Game, #2 Tony Hutchings Okomi's mama tickled his foot and then she tickled his tummy. Then Okomi had an idea. For ages 2 to 5. Paper 1584690461 $4.95 DAWN NEW TO CATALOG _____________________________________________ Okomi Climbs a Tree, #4 Tony Hutchings Okomi had never climbed a big tree before. It was very slippery. For ages 2 to 5. Paper 1584690453 $4.95 DAWN NEW TO CATALOG _____________________________________________ Okomi Plays in the Leaves, #3 Tony Hutchings Okomi gathered a big pile of leaves. Where did Okomi go? For ages 2 to 5. Paper 158469047X $4.95 DAWN NEW TO CATALOG _____________________________________________ Okomi, New Baby, #1 Tony Hutchings Baby Okomi's arrival is exciting news among the chimpanzees! For ages 2 to 5. Paper 1584690445 $4.95 DAWN NEW TO CATALOG _____________________________________________ Old Time Toys Bobbie Kalman & David Schimpky Shows young readers the wonders of 19th century playthings with fascinating photographs from leading toy museums around the country. Paper 0885055203 $7.95 CRABTREE _____________________________________________ One-Room School, A Bobbie Kalman Describes how the teacher, a respected member of the community, was entrusted with the responsibility of teaching reading, 'riting, and 'rithmetic. Paper 0865055173 $7.95 CRABTREE _____________________________________________ Ooti: A Child of the Nisenan Terri Ball The Valley Nisenan lived for centuries in what is now the Sacramento area. This book tells how they lived their games, foods, homes, and ceremonies and includes many activities, puzzles, and illustrations. Paper 1887815023 $5.75 ARNHAPUB NEW TO CATALOG _____________________________________________ Our Ocean Home Robert Lyn Nelson A green sea turtle tours the ocean and reminds children of their responsibility to its creatures and the environment. Cloth 1559715960 $14.95 CREATIVE _____________________________________________ Our Wild World: Black Bears Kathy Feeney Over 30 vivid, full color photos and illustrations. This book describes where the animal lives, what it eats, when it sleeps, how it raises it young and much more. Paper 1559717424 $7.95 CREATIVE _____________________________________________ Our Wild World: Dolphins Julie Vogel Over 30 vivid, full color photos and illustrations. This book describes where the animals live, what it eats, when it sleeps, how it raises it young and much more. Paper 1559717769 $7.95 CREATIVE _____________________________________________ Our Wild World: Eagles Laura Evert Over 30 vivid, full color photos and illustrations. This book describes where the animals live, what it eats, when it sleeps, how it raises it young and much more. Paper 1559717777 $7.95 CREATIVE _____________________________________________ Our Wild World: Lizards Deborah Dennard The real stories behind these mysterious creatures. 25 color photos and full-color illustrations. Paper 1559718579 $7.95 CREATIVE NEW TO CATALOG _____________________________________________ Our Wild World: Sharks Laura Evert Over 30 vivid, full color photos and illustrations. This book describes where the animals live, what it eats, when it sleeps, how it raises it young and much more. Paper 1559717793 $7.95 CREATIVE _____________________________________________ Our Wild World: Snakes Deborah Dennard The real stories behind these mysterious creatures. 25 color photos and full-color illustrations. Paper 1559718560 $7.95 CREATIVE NEW TO CATALOG _____________________________________________ Our Wild World: Turtles Deborah Dennard The real stories behind these mysterious creatures. 25 color photos and full-color illustrations. Paper 1559718625 $7.95 CREATIVE NEW TO CATALOG _____________________________________________ Our Wild World: Whales Patricia Corrigan Over 30 vivid, full color photos and illustrations. This book describes where the animals live, what it eats, when it sleeps, how it raises it young and much more. Paper 1559717807 $7.95 CREATIVE _____________________________________________ Pass the Energy, Please! Barbara McKinney In this upbeat rhyming story, nature's food chain is presented, connecting carnivores, herbivores, insects, and even fungi, together in the ecological web of energy. For ages 6 to 12. Paper 158469002X $7.95 DAWN _____________________________________________ Patty Reed's Doll: The Story of the Donner Party Rachel K. Laurgaard In 1846, the Donner Party was stranded in the Sierra Nevada by heavy snows. Many died, but eight-year-old Patty Reed survived. This is Patty's story, seen through the eyes of her beloved Dolly. Paper 0961735724 $9.95 TOMATO _____________________________________________ Patty Reed's Doll (Teacher's Guide) Louise Baldwin Paper 0961735775 $11.95 TOMATO _____________________________________________ Peterson Field Guide Color-In Book: Birds Peter Alden and John Sill Includes color stickers and is suitable for use with pencil or paint. An enjoyable way to learn about nature. For all ages. Paper 0618307222 $8.95 HOUGHTON NEW TO CATALOG _____________________________________________ Peterson Field Guide Color-In Book: Butterflies Robert Michael Pyle and Sarah Anne Huges Includes color stickers and is suitable for use with pencil or paint. An enjoyable way to learn about nature. For all ages. Paper 0618307230 $8.95 HOUGHTON NEW TITLE _____________________________________________ Peterson Field Guide Color-In Book: Reptiles and Amphibians Sarah Anne Hughes and Robert Stebbins Includes color stickers and is suitable for use with pencil or paint. An enjoyable way to learn about nature. For all ages. Paper 0618307222 $8.95 HOUGHTON NEW TITLE _____________________________________________ Peterson Field Guide Color-In Book: Wildflowers Roger Tory Peterson and Frances Tenenbaum Includes color stickers and is suitable for use with pencil or paint. An enjoyable way to learn about nature. For all ages. Paper 0618307354 $8.95 HOUGHTON NEW TO CATALOG _____________________________________________ Pioneer Projects Bobbie Kalman Presents many authentic activities with step-by-step instructions for children and parents outlining the materials needed and how to use them. Paper 0865054673 $7.95 CRABTREE _____________________________________________ Pioneer Recipes Bobbie Kalman & Lynda Hale This beautifully illustrated cookbook introduces children to the pioneer kitchen and features recipes from the many immigrant groups who built this land. Fascinating text describes how they prepared their meals and gives step-by-step instructions, safety rules, and useful tips. Paper 0865054681 $7.95 CRABTREE _____________________________________________ Places of Power Michael DeMunn and Noah Buchanan Native people all over the world have always known that our Earth has places of power. This ancient truth is told so that a child can understand, and this book is filled with beautiful paintings. For ages 5 and up. Paper 1883220653 $7.95 DAWN _____________________________________________ Planets, Moons and Stars Linda Evert Young astronomers and explorers will learn to identify our nine planets and how to seek out the shapes in the sky that our ancestors saw thousands of years ago. This book includes information on which planets and constellations you can see with the naked eye or with binoculars, and which ones require telescopes. Cloth 1559718773 $11.95 CREATIVE _____________________________________________ Play Lightly on Earth: Nature Activities for Children 3 to 9 Years Old Jacqueline Horsfall Inspire eco-awareness in kids with these great ideas for parents, teachers, nature educators and youth group leaders. Paper 1883220688 $12.95 DAWN _____________________________________________ Rabbits, Squirrels and Chipmunks Mel Boring This series turns ordinary walks into adventures. Children learn to identify a variety of different plant, animal and insect species. Paper 1559715790 $7.95 CREATIVE _____________________________________________ Raccoon Next Door, The Gary Bogue An engaging and enjoyable book about how to get along with the creatures in your backyard. Stories, anecdotes, and sound advice. Paper 1890771716 $16.95 HEYDAY NEW TITLE _____________________________________________ Railroad, The Bobbie Kalman The railroad was a revolution in travel that quickly replaced the wagon train as the fastest, cheapest means to reach the North American West. Paper 0778701085 $7.95 CRABTREE _____________________________________________ Read, 'Rite and Recite: With Cowboy Jack, Dusty Trails and the Boys of the Diamond R Jack Hannah, Gary R. Sells, Ed. D. and Ernie "Hergie" Hergenroeder Ride with Cowboy Jack and Dusty Trails as they read, write and recite in word and song the wit and wisdom of the Diamond R Boys. Comes with a workbook and a CD. Cloth 0970975201 $29.95 DIAMOND R _____________________________________________ Rhyolite: The True Story of a Ghost Town Diane Siebert An original and eerie true story of a turn-of-the-century gold rush ghost town. Ages 6-9. Cloth 0618096736 $16.00 HOUGHTON NEW TO CATALOG _____________________________________________ Rivers & Lakes Neil Morris Describes how rivers and lakes are formed, flooding around the world, creating electricity, fish, animals, and people, and preservation of our waterways. Paper 0865058466 $6.95 CRABTREE _____________________________________________ Rocks and Minerals Neil Morris Rocky cliffs at the seashore often reveal the geological processes at work creating rocks and minerals. Paper 0865058474 $6.95 CRABTREE _____________________________________________ Rocks, Fossils and Arrowheads Laura Evert This series turns ordinary walks into adventures. Children learn to identify a variety of different species. Full-color throughout. Paper 1559717866 $7.95 CREATIVE _____________________________________________ Rosie and the Bear Flag The story of the exciting Bear Flag uprising as perhaps witnessed by young Rosalia Lesse, who was there. This niece of General Vallejo had a Yankee dad and was part of both cultures. Paper 0883880555 $3.95 BELLEROPHO _____________________________________________ Saguaro Cactus, A Jen Green Tells young readers what animals make their home high above, on the ground, and deep below the cacti of the Sonoran Desert in the United States and Mexico. Paper 0778701484 $8.95 CRABTREE _____________________________________________ Saguaro Moon: A Desert Journal Kristen Joy Pratt-Serafini Beautifully illustrated model nature journal for young naturalists. Explore the world of gila monsters and road-runners in this collage-style journal, featuring fascinating articles on desert habitat. Paper 1584690364 $7.95 DAWN _____________________________________________ Salamander Rain: A Lake and Pond Journal Kristin Joy Pratt-Serafini Encourages youngsters to take a closer look at their local lake, pond or woodland pool, and they may find salamanders, frogs, minnows, cattails and hundreds of other water-loving plants and animals. Paper 1584690178 $7.95 DAWN _____________________________________________ Sallie Fox: The Story of a Pioneer Girl Dorothy Kupcha Leland In 1858, twelve-year-old Sallie Fox and her family leave Iowa in a wagon train, dreaming of California. They face many challenges: Indians, sickness, and summer heat. Lightly fictionalized, some b/w photos and illustrations. Paper 0961735767 $8.95 TOMATO _____________________________________________ Salmon Stream Carol Reed-Jones Well founded in science, this book is also rich in imagery and lively and rhythmic in its verse, inspiring wonder and appreciation for these unique creatures that are born in a stream, migrate to live in the ocean and eventually return to spawn. Paper 1584690135 $7.95 DAWN _____________________________________________ Schoolyard Games Bobbie Kalman & Heather Levigne Because settler children were expected to help out with chores at home, there was often little time for play. At school, recess gave children the opportunity to play. Paper 0865054711 $7.95 CRABTREE _____________________________________________ Sea Otters Bobbie Kalman The inventive behavior of these playful creatures is revealed, along with all aspects of their lives from habitats and babies to hunting and playing. Paper 0865057346 $5.95 CRABTREE _____________________________________________ Seashells by the Seashore Marianne Berkes What works of art are shells! Children comb the beach, counting, collecting and naming beautiful seashells. A lovely and informative guide to shell collecting. Paper 1584690348 $8.95 DAWN _____________________________________________ Seashells by the Seashore Marianne Berkes Little sea creatures build their shell homes in a variety of shapes and colors. Contains a tear-out shell identification card. Paper 1584690348 $8.95 DAWN _____________________________________________ Seashells, Crabs and Sea Stars Christian Kump Tibbitts This series turns ordinary walks into adventures. Children learn to identify a variety of different species. Full-color throughout. Paper 1559716754 $7.95 CREATIVE _____________________________________________ Sequoia and Kings Canyon Discovery Bobbie Salts Creative activities introduce children to the Giant Sequoia tree and other plants and animals in the area. Paper 1878441051 $1.95 SNHAPUB _____________________________________________ Settler Sayings Bobbie Kalman Young readers will learn how some of today's common sayings have their roots in the day-to-day lives of the settlers of our country. Paper 0865055181 $7.95 CRABTREE _____________________________________________ Sharing Nature with Children II: A Sequel to the Classic Parents' & Teachers' Nature Awareness Guidebook Joseph Cornell More magic from Joseph Cornell. Paper 1883220874 $9.95 DAWN _____________________________________________ Sharing Nature with Children: The Classic Parents' & Teachers' Nature Awareness Gdebook Joseph Cornell With sales over 450,000 copies, this is the best nature awareness book available. The games and activities are delightful to read, clearly explained and fun to do. Paper 1883220734 $9.95 DAWN _____________________________________________ Sierra Wildlife Coloring Book This book includes representations of 16 different birds and animals of the Sierra Nevada. For each species an interesting description is included which discusses some aspects of natural history. Paper 0939666154 $2.00 YA _____________________________________________ Snakes, Salamanders and Lizard Diane L. Burns This series turns ordinary walks into adventures. Children learn to identify a variety of different species. Full-color throughout. Paper 1559716274 $7.95 CREATIVE _____________________________________________ Spectacular Sharks Bobbie Kalman From magnificent whale sharks to agile blue sharks, this book gives children clear insights into their behavior, habitats, and physiology. Paper 0778713202 $6.95 CRABTREE NEW TO CATALOG _____________________________________________ Starting Life: Butterfly Claire Llewellyn and Simon Mendez Takes young readers through each stage that occurs from birth to adulthood. 32 full-color illustrations. Cloth 1559718684 $16.95 CREATIVE NEW TO CATALOG _____________________________________________ Starting Life: Frog Claire Llewellyn and Simon Mendez Takes young readers through each stage that occurs from birth to adulthood. 32 full-color illustrations. Cloth 1559718692 $16.95 CREATIVE NEW TO CATALOG _____________________________________________ Stickeen John Muir An illustrated edition of the well-loved tale in which naturalist John Muir recounts how he and a dog named Stickeen struggled to cross an Alaskan glacier during an ice storm. An exhilarating story that has become an American classic. Paper 0930588487 $7.95 HEYDAY _____________________________________________ Stickeen & Other John Muir Animal Adventures Garth Gilchrist Tells the memorable life-and-death story of Muir's glacier crossing with the dog Stickeen, as well as a delightful collection of true stories Muir had with "my fellow mortals." CD 1584690224 $16.95 DAWN _____________________________________________ Stickeen & Other John Muir Animal Adventures Garth Gilchrist Tells the memorable life-and-death story of Muir's glacier crossing with the dog Stickeen, as well as a delightful collection of true stories Muir had with "my fellow mortals." Audio 1584690216 $9.95 DAWN _____________________________________________ Stickeen: John Muir and the Brave Little Dog John Muir as retold by Donnell Rubay This is the classic story of Muir and a little black dog named Stickeen, who followed Muir on a dangerous trek over an ice glacier. Paper 1883220785 $7.95 DAWN _____________________________________________ Story of California: & Her Flags to Color, Volume 1, The The men and women who made CaliforniaÆs history are here with flying colors, with their lively stories told and the sources always given. The flags will thrill you when they are colored. Paper 0883882191 $4.95 BELLEROPHO _____________________________________________ Story of California: & Her Flags to Color, Volume 2, The The men and women who made CaliforniaÆs history are here with flying colors, with their lively stories told and the sources always given. The flags will thrill you when they are colored. Paper 0883882205 $4.95 BELLEROPHO _____________________________________________ Story of California: & Her Flags to Color, Volume 3, The The men and women who made CaliforniaÆs history are here with flying colors, with their lively stories told and the sources always given. The flags will thrill you when they are colored. Paper 0883882159 $4.95 BELLEROPHO _____________________________________________ Story of California: & Her Flags to Color, Volume 4, The The men and women who made CaliforniaÆs history are here with flying colors, with their lively stories told and the sources always given. The flags will thrill you when they are colored. Paper 0883882175 $4.95 BELLEROPHO _____________________________________________ Story of Calvin Cotton Paula Carvalho, Chirstine Johnson, Ernie Hergenroeder Cloth 0971563608 $16.95 CHRISPAUL NEW TO CATALOG _____________________________________________ Sunshine on My Shoulder Christopher Canyon Picture book adaptation of one of John Denver's best-loved songs. A little girl and her father enjoy each other's company with a guitar in wildflower-filled meadows. In full color. Paper 158469050X $8.95 DAWN NEW TO CATALOG _____________________________________________ Swim Through the Sea, A Kristin Joy Pratt Join Seamore the seahorse as he explores the fascinating plants and animals of the undersea world. Interesting facts capture the imagination and concern of older children in regards to endangered environments. Paper 1883220041 $7.95 DAWN _____________________________________________ This Is the Sea that Feeds Us Robert F. Baldwin and Don Dyen This book explores the ocean's fabulous food chain that reaches all the way to whales and human beings in an intricate web. Rhymes and illustrations delight the mind. Paper 188322070X $7.95 DAWN _____________________________________________ Tidal Pool, A Philip Steele Visit the rocky shores of a tidal pool and find out about seaweed, shells, and the diverse number of animals that make their homes there. Paper 0778701492 $8.95 CRABTREE _____________________________________________ Tracks, Scats and Signs Leslie Dendy This book invites young naturalists to spot wildlife. Safety tips are provided and interesting activities are suggested. Paper 1559715995 $7.95 CREATIVE _____________________________________________ Travel in the Early Days Bobbie Kalman & Kate Calder With few roads and bridges, travel in the early days was slow, difficult, and often dangerous. The early settlers had to find creative ways of getting around. Paper 086505472X $7.95 CRABTREE _____________________________________________ Tree Giants: The Story of the Redwoods, the World's Largest Trees, The Bill Schneider They can create their own environment, are immune to disease & parasites and can live for many years after being cut down. Paper 0937959405 $5.95 GLOBE _____________________________________________ Tree in the Ancient Forest, The Carol Reed-Jones and Christopher Canyon The remarkable web of plants and animals living around a single old fir tree takes on a life of its own in this stunningly illustrated story. For ages 4 to 10. Paper 1883220319 $7.95 DAWN _____________________________________________ Trees, Leaves and Bark Diane L. Burns This series turns ordinary walks into adventures. Children learn to identify a variety of different species. Full-color throughout. Paper 1559716282 $7.95 CREATIVE _____________________________________________ Two Bear Cubs: A Miwok Legend from California's Yosemite Valley Robert D. San Souci Here is an authentic Southern Sierra Miwok legend concerning the origin of Yosemite Valley's El Capitan. It is about two bear cubs who get stuck on a growing rock. Ages 4 to 9. Paper 0939666871 $14.95 YA _____________________________________________ Under a Stone Jen Green Describes the curious creatures that live under rocks in different climates around the world. Paper 0778701514 $8.95 CRABTREE _____________________________________________ Under One Rock Anthony D. Fredricks Explore the fascinating community of creatures that live under one rock. Rhythmic verse and colorful close-up illustrations draw the reader into the incredible world of bugs, spiders and creepy-crawlies! Paper 1584690275 $7.95 DAWN _____________________________________________ Under One Rock: Bugs, Slugs and other Ughs Anthony D. Fredericks This book will lead children to the joy of finding communities of insects under rocks. Field Notes and Fantastic Facts will inspire endless exploration. Paper 1584690275 $7.95 DAWN _____________________________________________ Victorian Home, The Bobbie Kalman Elaborate design was the hallmark of the Victorian home during that era in North America. Full-color photos show why houses of this period were often called "painted ladies" because of their ornate woodwork, colorful exterior, and lace trimmed windows. Paper 0865054614 $7.95 CRABTREE _____________________________________________ Wagon Train Bobbie Kalman Journeying west by wagon train was like traveling in a tiny, moving town with its own community, food, tools, and government. Paper 0778701026 $7.95 CRABTREE _____________________________________________ We Are Bears Molly Grooms Mother Bear teachers her new cubs all about being bears. They learn to be climbers and swimmers and diggers and sleepers. Mother Bear is very proud of them. Paper 1559718366 $7.95 CREATIVE _____________________________________________ We Are Dolphins Molly Grooms This delightful book tells the story of a dolphin's first few days of life, from her first breath of air above water to how to stay safe when a predator threatens. Cloth 1559718145 $15.95 CREATIVE _____________________________________________ We Are Wolves Molly Grooms Uncle Wolf teaches two young cubs all about being wolves. They learn to be watchers and listeners and travelers and hunters. But most important of all, they learn about their pack and being a family. Paper 1559718358 $7.95 CREATIVE _____________________________________________ Welcome to Dyslexic Park Tyler Lester This is an inspirational book that presents the many frustrations of dyslexic children and how they overcome them. It's a great book for helping children to understand and discuss their learning problems and concerns with teachers/parents. Cloth 0938911163 $15.00 POPPYLANE _____________________________________________ What are Wetlands? Bobbie Kalman Children will be intrigued by the fascinating animals, such as alligators and hippopotamuses, that depend on wetlands and the ways in which wetland plants and animals depend upon one another. Paper 0865059705 $6.95 CRABTREE _____________________________________________ What Are You Looking At? Katie O' Hara-Kelly Filled with vibrant illustrations, enchanting poems and nature notes. Learn about the wonders of a national park through the eyes of nature. Paper 1878441116 $6.95 SNHAPUB _____________________________________________ What Is a Bear? Bobbie Kalman & John Crossingham Gives children clear insight into the world of bears. Paper 0865059608 $5.95 CRABTREE _____________________________________________ What Is a Bird? Bobbie Kalman All birds are warm-blooded, have wings, a beak, feathers, and a backbone. There are, however, over 9,000 species of birds in the world so all birds are not the same. Paper 086505892X $5.95 CRABTREE _____________________________________________ What Is a Dinosaur? Nikki Walker & Bobbie Kalman Kids of all ages will be enthralled by these ancient reptiles who ruled the earth for almost 180 million years! Striking, full-color illustrations highlight some of the most interesting and well-known of the more than 800 species of dinosaurs. Paper 0865059497 $5.95 CRABTREE _____________________________________________ What Is a Fish? Bobbie Kalman & Allison Larin There are over 25,000 different species of fish in the oceans, lakes, and rivers of the earth. Some fish even breathe air and can live on land! Paper 0865058946 $5.95 CRABTREE _____________________________________________ What Is a Forest? Bobbie Kalman & Kathryn Smithyman The wondrously complex and diverse ecosystems found in forests around the world are made accessible to young readers. Paper 0865059691 $6.95 CRABTREE _____________________________________________ What Is a Mammal? Bobbie Kalman Teaches the basic rules as well as the exceptions that help children understand differences between mammals and other living things. Paper 0865058903 $5.95 CRABTREE _____________________________________________ What Is a Marine Mammal? Bobbie Kalman & Jaqueline Langille From Arctic waters to tropical seas, vivid photographs and surprising facts about these salt water mammals are revealed. Paper 0865059543 $5.95 CRABTREE _____________________________________________ What Is a Reptile? Bobbie Kalman Covers all orders of reptile from 10-foot long Komodo dragons to tiny, inch-long gecko lizards. Paper 0865058938 $5.95 CRABTREE _____________________________________________ What Is a Rodent? Bobbie Kalman & Jacqueline Langille Gnaws through rodent myths to expose the facts about this often misunderstood group. Paper 0865059519 $5.95 CRABTREE _____________________________________________ What Is a Whale? Bobbie Kalman & Heather Levigne From playful dolphins to enormous blue whales, the behavior, habitats, and physiology of these amazing marine mammals are explored. Paper 0865059535 $5.95 CRABTREE _____________________________________________ What Is an Amphibian? Bobbie Kalman & Jacqueline Langille From flying tree frogs to slithering caecilians, kids will be captivated by this "slimy" animal group. Paper 0865059527 $6.95 CRABTREE _____________________________________________ What Is an Arthropod? Bobbie Kalman Kids will be shocked to learn that arthropods outnumber all other animal species combined! They will also be fascinated by the variety of shapes, sizes, colors, and behaviors found among these invertebrates. Paper 0865059863 $5.95 CRABTREE _____________________________________________ When Wishes Were Horses Sharon Hart Addy In the wake of young Zeb's wish for a horse, horses take over his small home town. Boldly and hilariously illustrated by Brad Sneed. Cloth 0618131663 $15.00 HOUGHTON NEW TO CATALOG _____________________________________________ Where Does the Wind Blow? Cindy Rink Where does it come from? Where does it go? Young children will love this gentle story of the wind and its loving reminder of the connection of all life. Paper 1584690402 $7.95 DAWN _____________________________________________ Why Cowboys Sleep with Their Boots On Laurie L. Knowlton This beautifully illustrated, amusing story with its anticipatory suspense will delight kids and grown-ups alike, and everyone will be charmed by the nightly entourage of desert animals who play a key role. Paper 1565540948 $14.95 PELICAN _____________________________________________ Wild Stickers: Endangered Animals Realistic, fun stickers that can be collected and traded, or used to decorate letters, art projects, etc. Children also can draw habitat scenes and bring them to life with the stickers. Paper 0941042286 $2.50 LPP NEW TO CATALOG _____________________________________________ Wild Stickers: Forests Sharon Torvik Collect all of the Wild Stickers books. 40 realistic stickers. Paper 0941042227 $2.50 LPP _____________________________________________ Wild Stickers: Marine Mammals Michael Maydak Collect all of the Wild Stickers books. 40 realistic stickers. Paper 0941042235 $2.50 LPP _____________________________________________ Wild Stickers: Salmon and Trout Michael Maydak Collect all of the Wild Stickers books. 40 realistic stickers. Paper 0941042308 $2.50 LPP _____________________________________________ Wild Stickers: Sharks and Rays Realistic, fun stickers that can be collected and traded, or used to decorate letters, art projects, etc. Children also can draw habitat scenes and bring them to life with the stickers. Paper 0941042340 $2.50 LPP NEW TO CATALOG _____________________________________________ Wild Stickers: Wetlands Realistic, fun stickers that can be collected and traded, or used to decorate letters, art projects, etc. Children also can draw habitat scenes and bring them to life with the stickers. Paper 0941042219 $2.50 LPP NEW TO CATALOG _____________________________________________ Wild Stickers: Wolves C. J. Conner Collect all of the Wild Stickers books. 40 realistic stickers. Paper 0941042278 $2.50 LPP _____________________________________________ Wildflowers, Blooms and Blossoms Diane L. Burns This series turns ordinary walks into adventures. Children learn to identify a variety of different species. Full-color throughout. Paper 1559716428 $7.95 CREATIVE _____________________________________________ Wolves, Our Wild World Laura Evert There are two kinds of wolves living in North America, gray wolves and red wolves. This book explores the life of the gray wolf, which is commonly known as the timber wolf, Arctic wolf or tundra wolf. Paper 1559717483 $7.95 CREATIVE _____________________________________________ Women Artists of the West: Five Portraits in Creativity & Courage Julie Danneberg Through lively, colorful biographies, this title profiles Georgia OÆKeefe, Maria Martinez, Dorothea Lange, Laura Gilpin, and Mary Russell-Colton, five influential women who changed the face of western art. Black and white photos. Ages 8 to 12. Paper 1555918611 $12.95 FULCRUM _____________________________________________ Women Writers of the West Julie Danneberg Profiles five women writers, providing an understanding of how each was shaped in relationship to the time, geography, and culture in which her writing was produced. Paper 1555914640 $12.95 FULCRUM NEW TO CATALOG _____________________________________________ Wonderful Nature, Wonderful You Karin Ireland and Christopher Canyon Karin explores the lessons of nature and finds their relevance to all of us. She shapes the qualities of nature into a metaphor for positive values. Full color illustrations. Ages 6 to 12. Paper 1883220475 $7.95 DAWN _____________________________________________ Woodworkers, The Deanna Brady In colonial times, everything was made from natural materials such as wood. Tools, furniture, containers, building materials, wheels, and carriages were all crafted by expert artisans such as the cooper, carpenter, wheelwright, and the tradesmen who built houses. Paper 0778707903 $7.95 CRABTREE _____________________________________________ World of Small: Nature Explorations with a Hand Lens, The Michael E. Ross and Cary Michael Trout This is an entertaining book that comes with a Bausch & Lomb pocket magnifier in a plastic case and is designed to help children explore the miniature world of nature. Many activities. Paper 0939666626 $15.95 YA _____________________________________________ Yosemite Fun Book: A Kid's Guide to Yosemite, The Michael Elsohn Ross This is full of activities designed to entertain kids while they learn about Yosemite. There are lots of pages to color, but this is much more than a coloring book. Many outdoor games are presented, as well as ideas for things to do in the park. Paper 0939666456 $2.95 YA _____________________________________________ Young Cowboy Will James This is a story of Billy Roper. While he keeps the branding fire hot at roundup time, he watches and learns about the hard work and responsibilities required of a cowboy. Cloth 0878424199 $15.00 MOUNTAIN _____________________________________________ |