New Releases by Anita Yasuda

Spare, descriptive rhymes and vibrant illustrations set the stage for a Bollywood dance recital. When two sisters arrive for their dance recital, they join the other performers getting ready. “Rustle, hustle.” And watch the opening act. “Wiggle, giggle.” Then it’s older sister’s turn. “Flickity-flip. Thumka-hip.” The families in the audience have a wonderful time. “Toes tap. Hands clap.” Until … uh-oh. Younger sister is having second thoughts about performing! “Heart-stopping.” With a gift and a bit of encouragement from older sister, little sister steps on stage. “Thumka-hip. Flickity-flip.” The audience is invited to participate. “Hustle, rustle.” As everyone dances to the Bollywood beat, the street is filled with music, laughter and celebration. The joy is infectious! Kids won’t be able to resist dancing along!

**A CALDECOTT HONOR BOOK!** **A New York Times/New York Public Library Best Illustrated Children''s Book of the Year!** Anita Yasuda’s evocative picture book biography about Junko Tabei, the first woman to summit Everest, is equal parts grit and grace. Dazzlingly illustrated by Caldecott Honor artist Yuko Shimizu. “An inspiring biography of a trailblazing woman, lyrically told and lushly illustrated. This important story reminds us that pursuing our dreams can not only empower us but others as well.” —Andrea Wang, bestselling author of the Newbery Honor– and Caldecott Medal–winning Watercress “A heartwarming and inspiring story of how climbing can ultimately connect us back down with the earth and those around us.” —Ashima Shiraishi, bestselling author of How to Solve a Problem: The Rise (and Falls) of a Rock-Climbing Champion “If the world doesn''t know who Junko Tabei was, then this is the introduction.” —Ken Mochizuki, bestselling author of Baseball Saved Us Junko Tabei dreamed of a life climbing mountains. But men refused to climb with her. Sponsors told her to stay home. And gloves were not made to fit her hands. Junko, eager and unstoppable, wouldn’t let these obstacles get in her way. Instead, she planned an expedition to summit Mount Everest with an all-women team. Battling icy peaks, deep crevasses, and even an avalanche, Junko refused to give up. She climbed step by step . . . up, up, ever up! After summiting the world’s tallest peak, Junko took on a new challenge: protecting the wild spaces she loved for future generations. This gorgeously illustrated celebration of a trailblazing climber who shattered gender stereotypes invites us to dare to reach our dreams—no matter how big.

After bringing home a lucky cat statue, Moto discovers that it is haunted. The only way he can shake the cat''s spirit is by teaming up with his friend to find the statue''s original owner. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Spellbound is an imprint of Magic Wagon, a division of ABDO.

Moto is excited to present his collection of lost things to his friends at the school carnival. But when a ghost blocks him from attending the event and his tiger eye bead starts to glow, Moto wonders if he has made a colossal mistake. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Spellbound is an imprint of Magic Wagon, a division of ABDO.

On the eve of Ghost Month, Moto Maki discovers a box of lost things, but is disappointed by the old, broken umbrella inside it until the haunted umbrella starts to follow him. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Spellbound is an imprint of Magic Wagon, a division of ABDO.

"With 25 science projects for kids"--Cover.

Gives readers a close-up look at the history and importance of Hoover Dam. With colorful spreads featuring fun facts, sidebars, a labeled map, and a “That’s Amazing!” special feature, this book provides an engaging overview of this amazing landmark.

"[Explores] the history, culture, economics, and daily life of the Aztecs, Maya, and Incas"--Provided by publisher.

The West, the largest region in the United States, encompasses varied landscapes. It stretches across arid deserts, the Alaskan tundra, and the tropical Hawaiian islands. Exploring the West looks at this region''s defining features, including its geography, history, biology, industries, and diverse cultures. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.

Did you know that there is almost one alligator for every two people in Louisiana? Or that Louisiana makes enough gas to fill 800 million cars each year? Discover more exciting facts about the history, geography, and symbols of this state in Louisiana, part of the Explore the U.S.A. series. Each book in the series uses vibrant images and engaging text to take beginning readers on a journey across the nation.

Did you know that Kentucky’s Mammoth Cave is the world’s longest cave? Or that Kentucky has more than 320,000 horses? Discover more exciting facts about the history, geography, and symbols of this state in Kentucky, part of the Explore the U.S.A. series. Each book in the series uses vibrant images and engaging text to take beginning readers on a journey across the nation.

Gives readers a look into the lives and abilities of people who are blind, as well as the challenges they face. Learn how people who are blind read and write, navigate public transportation, and play sports. Additional features include a table of contents, an informative infographic, a Fast Facts spread, critical-thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, a selected bibliography, an index, sources for further research, and information about the author.

Introduces civil engineering through twenty-five simple experiments that explore such concepts as Newton''s third law of motion, buoyancy, and centrifugal force.

Explores the plants, animals, and ecology of oceans and seas. Includes 25 science projects and links to online resources.--

Les peuples autochtones ont joué un rôle influent dans l''histoire du Canada, et ils maintiennent leur rôle encore aujourd''hui. En observant du passé vers l''avenir, la série La vie autochtone au Canada révèle les défis que doivent surmonter les peuples autochtones, célèbre leur diversité culturelle et souligne leur contribution dans l''établissement du Canada.

How do we learn more about the people of the past? Through archaeology! Archaeologists are great detectives. They look for clues from the past, called artifacts, that have been buried for hundreds, even thousands of years. They investigate sites at the bottom of the sea, on land, and on mountain peaks. Archaeologists look closely at objects and where they were found on a site to discover who, what, when, where, why, and how people lived, from thousands of years ago to the recent past. In Archaeology: Cool Women Who Dig, children ages 9 through 12 learn about this amazing field and meet three dynamic women who are working in archaeology around the world. Chelsea Rose is a historical archaeologist with Southern Oregon University, Alexandra Jones runs Archaeology in the Community in Washington, DC, and Justine Benanty is a maritime archaeologist from New York City. Children will also be introduced to several pioneering female archaeologists, including Jane Dieulafoy, Gertrude Bell, and Harriet Boyd Hawes. These are people who strived to be successful in a field that wasn’t always welcoming to women. Nomad Press books in the Girls in Science series supply a bridge between girls’ interests and their potential futures by investigating science careers and introducing women who have succeeded in science. Compelling stories of real-life archaeologists provide readers with role models that they can look toward as examples of success. Archaeology: Cool Women Who Dig uses engaging content, links to primary sources, and essential questions to whet kids’ appetites for further exploration and study of archaeology. This book explores the history of archaeology, the women who helped pioneer field research, and the multitude of varied careers in this exciting and important field. Both boys and girls are encouraged to find their passion in the gritty field of archaeology.

The expansion of the United States in the 1800s led to good fortune and success for some, and crime and lawlessness for others. Notorious Outlawsexplains how people like Butch Cassidy, Billy the Kid, and many more turned to a life of crime. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, maps, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Core Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

Depending on the species, a fox can be as small as a house cat or as large as a medium-sized dog. North America''s six native fox species can be found in habitats ranging from tundras, to towns and cities. Learn more in Foxes, one of the titles in the Animals of North America series.

Provides instructions for creating crafts to celebrate Halloween.

Provides instructions for creating crafts to celebrate Easter.

Experience the Louisiana Purchase from President Thomas Jefferson''s perspective. Learn about the challenges he faced, how he responded to difficult issues, and how he shaped the country during this pressing time in office.

Experience the new nation from President George Washington''s perspective. Learn about the challenges he faced, how he responded to difficult issues, and how he shaped the country during this pressing time in office.

Examines the culture of some of the Native American groups that live on the northwest coast of America, including the Tlingit, Haida, and Chinook peoples.

Presents an overview of the Gulf War, including history, important people and battles, and a timeline of events.

Grades 3-8.

Tyler''s parents are tired of his recklessness. Not only are they refusing to replace the skateboard he broke, they are making him pay for other things he has destroyed around the house. Will Tyler get his hands on a board before the big contest, or will he have the no-skateboard blues?

Thomas Edison created machines and tools that helped improve peoples lives. Many of his inventions, including the light bulb, are still used today.

Who invented the airplane? When were airplanes invented? And why do planes have wings if the wings don’t flap? Kids can answer these questions and more by jumping into the cockpit and soaring into Explore Flight! With 25 Great Projects, where they’ll learn about the history of our human obsession to conquer the feat of flying. For kids ages 6-9, Explore Flight! With 25 Great Projects introduces them to the dreamers, inventors, aviation pioneers, and record breakers. They will read about the myths and legends of flying and about the wondrous flying machines of the past, present and future. They will learn that in the 15th century Leonardo da Vinci drew sketches of airplanes, helicopters and other flying machines, and that the first passengers in a hot air balloon were a sheep, a rooster, and a duck. Along the way, they will develop a better understanding of the rich history of aviation, investigate what causes flight, and learn about the science of aerodynamics. Projects and experiments range from making a paper airplane to building an airfoil. All the projects in this book are easy to follow, require little adult supervision, and use commonly found household products, many from the recycling.

The Chinese people often told stories that taught the listener about their land. This creation myth explains how the world was made. The Chinese creation myth is retold in this brilliantly illustrated Chinese Myth. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Short Tales is an imprint of Magic Wagon, a division of ABDO.

The Chinese people often told stories that taught the listener about their land. The dragon was thought to be a gentle creature that protected one of the points of the compass. In this myth, the dragon and the phoenix become mountains to protect a beautiful pearl. The Chinese dragon myth is retold in this brilliantly illustrated Chinese Myth. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Short Tales is an imprint of Magic Wagon, a division of ABDO.