Most Popular Books by Ann Malaspina

A simple look at how New Year is celebrated in some places around the world.

It''s 1942. Sam''s class is knitting socks for soldiers and Sam is a terrible knitter. Keiko is a good knitter, but some kids at school don''t want anything to do with her because the Japanese have bombed Pearl Harbor and her family is Japanese American. When Keiko''s family is forced to move to a camp for Japanese Americans, can Sam find a way to demonstrate his friendship?

These stories of Black trailblazers, communities, and experiences will inspire kids of all backgrounds. This uplifting collection of eight stories introduces readers to barrier-breaking artists and athletes, as well as Black culture and traditions. This collection includes e-book editions of Fearless Mary, Gordon Parks, Ice Breaker, More than Just a Game, Song in a Rainstorm, Sugar Hill, Tiara''s Hat Parade, and Touch the Sky.

Introducing: Zeke the Weather Geek! With a weather station in his yard and a weather journal in his pocket, it’s no wonder Zeke Abramovich is called Zeke the Weather Geek. What he really wants, though, is to be a Weather Warrior, which will only happen if he wins the Winter Photo Contest. But so far, none of his photo ideas have panned out. And to top it all off, his Saint Bernard birthday surprise is actually a lizard. Zeke’s Mood Meter is at negative 100 degrees. But a blizzard is coming! Zeke’s sure to get his winning photo now, right? The forecast is clear: Zeke’s about to be every kid’s favorite weather geek!

What''s so great about New York? Find out the top ten sites to see or things to do in the Empire State! Explore New York''s busy Big Apple, beautiful waterways, and rich history. The New York by Map feature shows where you''ll find all the places covered in the book. A special section provides quick state facts such as the state motto, capital, population, animals, foods, and more. Take a fun-filled tour of all there is to discover in New York.

Maps, documents, and artwork are used to introduce the history of Connecticut to the time of the American Revolution.

Discusses saving the American wilderness, including preservation and conservation, environmental activism, recreation in the wilderness, and the future of wilderness management.

CCBC Choices 2013 2014-2015 Children''s Crown Award 2013-2014 Macy''s Multicultural Collection of Children''s Literature 2015 Louisiana Readers'' Choice Master List A 2013 CBC/NCSS Notable Social Studies Trade Book for Young People 2013 Amelia Bloomer list 2013 IRA-CBC Children''s Choices Best Children''s Books of the Year 2013, Bank Street College Tells how Alice Coachman, born poor in Georgia, became the first African American woman to win a gold medal at the Olympics. Bare feet shouldn''t fly. Long legs shouldn''t spin. Braids shouldn''t flap in the wind. ''Sit on the porch and be a lady,'' Papa scolded Alice. In Alice''s Georgia hometown, there was no track where an African-American girl could practice, so she made her own crossbar with sticks and rags. With the support of her coach, friends, and community, Alice started to win medals. Her dream to compete at the Olympics came true in 1948. This is an inspiring free-verse story of the first African-American woman to win an Olympic gold medal. Photos of Alice Coachman are also included.

AV2 Fiction Readalong by Weigl brings you timeless tales of mystery, suspense, adventure, and the lessons learned while growing up. These celebrated children’s stories are sure to entertain and educate while captivating even the most reluctant readers. Log on to www.av2books.com, and enter the unique book code found on page 2 of this book to unlock an extra dimension to these beloved tales. Hear the story come to life as you read along in your own book.

Top 10 on the 2013 Amelia Bloomer list A nonfiction story about suffragist Susan B. Anthony''s first trip to the ballot box. On November 5, 1872, Susan B. Anthony made history--and broke the law--when she voted in the US presidential election, a privilege that had been reserved for men. She was arrested, tried, and found guilty: "The greatest outrage History every witnessed," she wrote in her journal. It wasn''t until 1920 that women were granted the right to vote, but the civil rights victory would not have been possible without Susan B. Anthony''s leadership and passion to stand up for what was right.

Chronicles the life and accomplishments of the the ex-slave who risked her own life and freedom to save hundreds of others through the Underground Railroad.

In the fall of 1775, General George Washington was struggling to find a way to fight the British so that the colonies could be free from England. Phillis Wheatley, and African American poet who herself had struggled to gain freedom, decided to write Washington a poem of encouragement. Ann Malaspina''s inspiring story shows the life and times of these two brave people who did so much to lay the foundation of our country.

More wild and wacky weather is in the forecast in the latest installment of this STEAM-centered series. While Zeke and his friends are happy the temperature is rising, Zeke’s Mood Meter starts to wobble when he notices cracks in the river ice. If the ice melts too quickly, it could turn into a flood! Zeke’s favorite meteorologist, Freeze Jones, has invited Zeke to join the Weather Watchers, and Zeke’s hoping that will give him the inside scoop on the flood watch. Meanwhile, everyone at school is too focused on the spring play to worry about the potential spring flood! Can Zeke keep his teacher happy while still being an ace Weather Watcher? Everybody’s favorite geek makes science look fun (because it is!).

A small slice of land wedged on the edge of Asia, Lebanon sits precariously on the eastern shore of the Mediterranean Sea. To the west lies Europe, the seat of Christianity and Western culture; to the east lies the Arab world, the heart of Islam. An Arab nation with a government led by Christians since the late 1940s, Lebanon''s place on the world map has allowed it to bridge the two worlds, but often at a stiff price. After years of civil war that began in 1976, Lebanon had started to rebuild. Very briefly, the country enjoyed a golden moment of peace, but tensions kept simmering. In 2006, eight Israeli soldiers were killed by Hezbollah, Lebanon''s Shiite militia, and in 2007, several political leaders were assassinated during this country''s fledgling attempts to achieve stability in a region dominated by turmoil.

Provides information about the causes of tsunamis and the destruction they cause, features accounts of some of history''s most devastating tsunamis, including the 2004 event in Indonesia, and discusses efforts to develop effective preparedness.

Presents the history of the Boston Tea Party, looking at the factors that caused the revolt, how tea became a symbol of British injustice, and the effects of the rebellion.

This book presents information on the history, land, people, economy, and government of New Jersey.

Who are the Iroquois? These American Indians built their longhouses throughout the Eastern United States and Canada. Governed by the Great Law of Peace, the Iroquois have a long tradition of friendship among their Six Nations. They celebrate life through their sacred ceremonies, art, and even sports like lacrosse. In The Iroquois: A Proud People, author Ann Malaspina explores the life of the Iroquois, both yesterday and today, from their heroes and their distinctive art to their hope for future generations. Book jacket.

When the Fugitive Slave Law of 1850 was passed by Congress, the flight to freedom for runaway slaves became even more dangerous. Even the free cities of Boston and Philadelphia were no longer safe, and abolitionists who despised slavery had to turn in fugitives. But the Underground Railroad, a secret and loosely organized network of people and safe houses that led slaves to freedom, only grew stronger. Since the late 1700s, blacks and whites had banded together to aid runaways like Maryland slave Frederick Douglass, who disguised himself as a sailor to board a train to New York. Virginia slave Henry Brown packed himself in a box to get to Philadelphia. The minister John Rankin, who hung a lantern to guide runaways to his house by the Ohio River, endured beatings for speaking against slavery. Quaker storeowner Thomas Garrett was put on trial for helping fugitives in Delaware. Meanwhile, the nation marched on toward Civil War. At its height, between 1810 and 1850, these secret routes and safe houses were used by an estimated 30,000 people escaping enslavement. In The Underground Railroad: The Journey to Freedom, read how this secret system worked in the days leading up to the Civil War and the pivotal role it played in the abolitionist movement.