New Releases by Jane Yolen

30th Anniversary edition with a new introduction from the author Hannah is tired of holiday gatherings−all her family ever talks about is the past. In fact, it seems to her that''s what they do every Jewish holiday. But this year''s Passover Seder will be different−Hannah will be mysteriously transported into the past . . . and only she knows the unspeakable horrors that await. Winner of the National Jewish Book Award "A triumphantly moving book." --Kirkus Reviews, starred review

Before he forms the Argonauts and searches for the Golden Fleece, Jason learns a secret that sends him and five companions on a perilous journey to save their kingdom.

In this sequel to "Sister Light, Sister Dark," the saga of Jenna, thrice prophesied White Queen, and her dark sister, Skada, continues as they cross a battle-torn land to save their true-born king.

Retellings of seven of the world''s greatest ballet stories.

The unicorns flee from the noise, violence, and destruction of civilization and find refuge in the sea.

Describes what a young dinosaur should do in order to quickly get over being sick.

Magic is everywhere you turn, and for visiting American teens Jennifer and Peter, that can really complicate a summer vacation.

An American journalist is trapped in Nazi Germany in this variation on the Sleeping Beauty theme.

A collection of thirteen traditional tales from various parts of the world, with the main character of each being a fearless, strong, heroic, and resourceful woman.

When twelve-year-old Nicola leaves Troupe Brufort and serves as the fool for Mary, Queen of Scots, she experiences the political and religious upheavals in both France and Scotland.

"A funny space adventure that spoofs Star Wars while providing an easy-to-read story." —Booklist After many long days in the dark of space, the crew of the Star Warts is thinking longingly of home. But when Mr. Hop sets a course for HOME, the spaceship zeroes in on an uncharted planet. The intrepid crew sets out to explore, and Commander Toad stumbles into an extraordinary discovery -- one that gives a new meaning to home. Join these much-loved characters in a toadally new adventure, full of groan-worthy puns and visual jokes. Fans of DK Readers: LEGO Star Wars, Tom Angleberger''s Origami Yoda, and silliness will toad-ally love Commander Toad!

Presents an illustrated collection of sixteen stories and poems about witches, wizards, and warlocks.

"A funny space adventure that spoofs Star Wars while providing an easy-to-read story." —Booklist The Star Warts is on a dangerous mission to an intergalactic spy convention, to find Agent 007½. Not only is he Space Fleet''s greatest spy and a master of disguise, but he is also Commander Toad''s cousin, Tip Toad. It''s essential that no other spy see Agent 007½ without his disguise. Will Commander Toad be able to recognize his cousin in time?. Fans of DK Readers: LEGO Star Wars, Tom Angleberger''s Origami Yoda, and silliness will toad-ally love Commander Toad!

"A funny space adventure that spoofs Star Wars while providing an easy-to-read story." —Booklist It''s been a long trip, and Commander Toad and the crew of the Star Warts are bored. They''ve played all the games and watched all the movies and read all the books on the ship. Suddenly the alarm goes off--pirates are coming aboard, led by Commander Salamander, Scourge of the Skies and Goon of the Galaxies. Is the crew going to have to play his favorite game--Hop the Plank? Fans of DK Readers: LEGO Star Wars, Tom Angleberger''s Origami Yoda, and silliness will toad-ally love Commander Toad!

The story of the young Merlin’s coming-of-age continues in this thrilling sequel to Passager. “An enjoyable introduction to Arthurian fantasy.”--The Horn Book

Two women who sailed with Calico Jack Rackham and his pirates in the early 1700''s do their best to defend their ship while the men on board are busy drinking.

Beneath the midnight moon, mice battle mean-hearted creepy crawlies to protect their farmyard home.

Describes the many things that can be done with the hands, including holding the hands of a friend.

A Taino Indian boy on the island of San Salvador recounts the landing of Columbus and his men in 1492.

A woodland hunt reveals animals from A to Z. Includes musical score.

The first of a series about an orphaned girl brought up by the Sisterhood.

Celebrating 30 years of the beloved classic Owl Moon from renowned children''s book author Jane Yolen and Caldecott Medal-winning illustrator John Schoenherr! Late one winter night a little girl and her father go owling. The trees stand still as statues and the world is silent as a dream. Whoo-whoo-whoo, the father calls to the mysterious nighttime bird. But there is no answer. Wordlessly the two companions walk along, for when you go owling, you don''t need words. You don''t need anything but hope. Sometimes there isn''t an owl, but sometimes there is. Distinguished author Jane Yolen has created a gentle, poetic story that lovingly depicts the special companionship of a young child and her father as well as humankind''s close relationship to the natural world. Wonderfully complemented by John Schoenherr''s soft, exquisite watercolor illustrations, this is a verbal and visual treasure, perfect for reading aloud and sharing at bedtime.

"A funny space adventure that spoofs Star Wars while providing an easy-to-read story." —Booklist Brave Commander Toad and the crew of the spaceship Star Warts have a mission: they must go where no spaceship has gone before and bring a little bit of earth out to the alien stars. But when they try to land their sky skimmer on the planet made of water, a terrible sound rises from the waves. Deep Wader is not pleased at being disturbed. "This planet belongs to me," he roars. It looks as though the crew of the Star Warts might become the monster''s lunch. Fans of DK Readers: LEGO Star Wars, Tom Angleberger''s Origami Yoda, and silliness will toad-ally love Commander Toad!

A richly expanded edition of the classic call-to-arms. Yolen argues perceptively that fantasy, folklore, and the realm of story provide our children with a "star map for our future". Six new essays tender fresh perspectives on the morality of fairy tales, time travel, the definition of story and, of course, why such themes are essential to the development of today''s children.