New Releases by Lori Mortensen

Profiles the education and eccentric brilliance of writer and artist Edward Gorey, discussing the creative process that led to more than 100 children's books and inspired a generation of creators, from Lemony Snicket to Tim Burton.

Kids use pencils everyday. Read to find out how a pencil is made. Paired to the fiction title Where is My Eraser?.

Get up and dance! Get to know popping and locking and other basic steps, and how this freestyle dance form has evolved since the 1970s. Discover performances and dancers who added their signature style to the hip-hop movement, from DJ Kool Herc to Michael Jackson's Moonwalk to the all-female DM Nation. Learn what it takes to become a hip-hop pro and the choreography that goes into full-scale performances.

We use transportation to get from here to there. Some transportation takes us to close places. Some transportation is better for faraway places. Let’s learn about the different types. Paired to the fiction title Where Do You Want to Travel?.

Everyday your body is growing. Some parts of your body grow fast. Some parts grow slow. Learn about how your body grows. Paired to the fiction title Growing Up.

Maya Moore is one of the country's best female athletes. Learn about her childhood, the challenges she has overcome, and this basketball player's greatest accomplishments. Get the inside scoop on her NCAA and WNBA championship wins.

Wendell goes looking for a walrus, but finds a new friend, instead.

In a castle on a hill, in a great grand hall, mice are getting ready for the Mousequerade Ball. They dress in their finest. What a grand affair! But when an unexpected guest arrives, the mice get quite a scare. Is the evening ruined? Should they run in fright? Or will a gallant mouse stand up and save the splendid night? Counting up to ten and back again, dancing all the while, this delightful read-to-me eBook invites readers--and dancers--to the event of the season: the Mousequerade Ball!

Cowpoke Clyde is plumb confused. An ad in his favorite catalog says he oughta buy a bike. But why should he do that? After all, he’s got a horse. Still, a bike wouldn’t buck or bite, and he wouldn’t have to feed it. He orders one, and when it comes, he mounts up and sets right off, wibble-wobblin’ down the road. Good thing he’s got his trusty friend Dawg to look out for him. Turns out learning to ride a bike is just a tad bit harder than he thought! With its rip-roaring rhyming text and turn-the-page revelations, this book is pure read-aloud fun. Praise for Cowpoke Clyde and Dirty Dawg: * “Plumb funny, fer sure.” —Kirkus Reviews, starred review

"Through puns and poetry, Chicken Lily overcomes her fears and reads a poem onstage at her school poetry jam"--

Single title not for individual sale.

This introduction to a wild colony of honeybees offers close-up views of the queen, the cells, even bee eggs, and an understanding of their lives

This biography examines the life of electronic game designer, Satoshi Tajiri, who created Pokémon, one of the most popular computer games ever produced. This talent is the founder of the video game developer Game Freak.

"In graphic novel format, text and illustrations describe a visit to the dentist"--Provided by publisher.

"In graphic novel format, text and illustrations describes a visit to the veterinary"--Provided by publisher.

In graphic novel format, describes everything about working on a farm.

Ethan cannot wait to show Zack his new monster card, but when the new card disappears, the search begins.

Yikes! Bree just can't do it. The big bike jump is too big, too steep, and too scary. Is there any way for Bree to pedal through her fears?

The men argued all summer in the hot room. The United States needed a new government. But would the Founding Fathers be able to agree on a plan? Here's the story.

Declaration of Independence is a Capstone Press publication.

Emma and Olivia are responsible for feeding, cleaning and taking care of their guinea pig, Gertrude. When they forget to do their job, Gertrude becomes Dirty Gertie! Mom says if they don't take care of Gertie, they will have to find her a new home.

Olivia loves flag football, but the boys won't let her play. With a little luck, Olivia might find herself in the end zone.

Kid Haven's Innovators series examines the fascinating life stories of some of the world's most interesting pioneers in science, the arts, technology, business, and other fields. These lively biographies trace each subject's life and explain the inspirations behind his or her achievements. Full-color photographs, a glossary, and an annotated bibliography enhance each book. Book jacket.

Jamie loves the zoo. But the zoo is worn out. If a special city-wide vote doesn't pass, the zoo will have to close. Will Jamie and her friends' campaign be able to save the zoo?

Describes the history of Ellis Island and what immigrants had to go through before they could legally enter the United States.

Describes Angel Island Immigration Station and why it is a symbol of hope and struggle.

When Bailey rides his bike, he can become almost anything he imagines. He can be a circus star, a cowboy, and a taxi driver. What will Bailey be next?

Because of her amazing discoveries, Marie Curie became the first woman in history to receive a Nobel Prize for Physics, and today is remembered as one of the most important scientists of all time.

An introduction to one of America's most distinguished and accomplished historical figures.

Weird, creepy, and mysterious creatures from real life, movies, and mythology run amok in the Monsters series. Each monster's menacing characteristics, origins, and lasting appeal in popular culture are covered. Some of the books feature riveting first-person accounts of sightings, while others describe the amazing techniques used to create realistic-looking monsters. Full-color photographs, a glossary, annotated bibliography, and index enhance each book. Book jacket.