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.

When her adopted father is slain by a strange beast, Atalanta is determined to take care of herself.

When Merlin is just eight years old, his parents abandon him, leaving him to starve to death in the woods. He survives. More than that, he thrives: Over the course of the next four strange years, he discovers and tames his terrifying powers; pretends to be a traveling player, passing among peasants and princes; and fatefully befriends a future king. In the three novels of the Young Merlin Trilogy -- Passager, Hobby, and Merlin -- master storyteller Jane Yolen reimagines the origins of the greatest wizard of all time, bringing to life a Merlin at once more human and more magical than any who have appeared before. Book jacket.

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

In honor of the 200th birthday of the beloved storyteller, to be observed on April 2, 2005, acclaimed author Yolen and noted illustrated Nolan explore Andersen''s childhood, using quotes from Andersen''s own stories to illustrate his life experiences. Full color.

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.

Describes how a little dinosaur learn to read, using the toys and other things around him.

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

King Long Shanks is toadally majestic!

Three children visiting relatives in Scotland become involved in the plans of a diabolical wizard.

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.

Young King Arthur, troubled by nightmares, doubts he is the rightful king of England. One rainy night, the wizard Merlin tells Arthur the story of dueling dragons and a fateful clash between good and evil, which reveals the surprising secret of the boy king''s true legacy. Li Ming''s arresting oil paintings breathe fire into this magical offering from Jane Yolen."The legend comes alive on a grand scale, the dramatic narrative and well-wrought dialogue heightening the theatrical effect and inviting a fast-paced read-aloud." -- School Library Journal

A storybook retelling of the life of Moses is illustrated with scenes from the animated film.

Fourteen-year-old Marina and sixteen-year-old Jed accompany their parents'' religious cult, the Believers, to await the end of the world atop a remote mountain, where they try to decide what they themselves believe.

"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!

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

"A funny space adventure that spoofs Star Wars while providing an easy-to-read story." —Booklist When Commander Toad and the crew of the Star Warts learn that a disaster has struck and asteroid, they race across the galaxy to the rescue. But it''s hard to figure out just what is wrong, especially when there is a language barrier between the Star Warts crew and the pigeon inhabitants of the dis-asteroid. A hero is needed, but is even intrepid Commander Toad brave enough to save the day? 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 Commander Toad and his crew on the Star Warts come across a black hole while leapfrogging across the galaxy. Something long, pink, and sticky grabs their spaceship and it isn''t space gum--it''s the tongue of an E. T. T - an Extra Terrestrial Toad! When all else fails, Commander Toad has to resort to a secret weapon from his past to save the ship from toad-al destruction. Fans of DK Readers: LEGO Star Wars, Tom Angleberger''s Origami Yoda, and silliness will toad-ally love Commander Toad!

A collection of poems about different places around the world that are considered sacred by various cultures, including Mecca, the Ganges River, and Christian cathedrals.

When beautiful Princess Miserella, Plain Jane, and a fairy fall under a sleeping spell, a prince undoes the spell in a surprising way. Copyright © Libri GmbH. All rights reserved.

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.

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

When four-year-old Janie''s father goes off to war, the rest of the family moves to the grandparents'' on the Chesapeake Bay, where Janie learns a secret of the world which helps her understand her father''s long absence.

When the emperor is imprisoned in a high tower, his smallest daughter, whom he has always ignored, uses her kite to save him.

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 relatiohship to the natural world. Wonderfully complemented by John Schoenherr''s soft, exquisite watercolor illustrations, this is a verbal and visual treasure, perfect for reading alound and sharing at bedtime.