Most Popular Books by Jessica Gunderson

Tells the story of the building, running, and closing of the Pony Express mail delivery system. Written in graphic-novel format.

A biography in graphic format of the Shoshoni woman who served as guide and interpreter for the Lewis and Clark Expedition.

Revisit the tale of Sleeping Beauty. Cursed by a bad fairy, the princess sleeps for a hundred years. Will she wake up, or stay in a deep sleep until the end of time?

How DOES a penniless fisherman make his wife''s dreams come true? Magic? Crooked deals? Go sleuthing with the wife in this classic fairy tale with a fun, fishy twist.

In this epic graphic novel, follow the dramatic story ofÊ the Lewis and Clark expedition. In 1804, these two explorers, along with their "Corps of Discovery," traversed the unmapped American West, leading to scientific discoveries, interactions with Native nations, and route to the Pacific Ocean. Dramatic illustrations and fast-paced text provide a "you-are-there" experience. With extensive back matter, including a bibliography, extended reading list, glossary, and further Internet sources, young readers will gobble up this action-packed comic book about one of history''s most compelling moments.

Retells the classic German version of the fairy tale of a girl and a wolf, along with similar tales from Italy and Taiwan.

Includes a note by the author, with a glossary and discussion questions.

Kenzie uses her super strength skill to learn snowboarding.

In graphic novel format, tells the story of the Shirtwaist factory fire of 1911.

When star defensive player Zack Fuller''s basketball team faces his former team in the state championship game, he not only must play against his best friend, his current captain refuses to pass the ball to Zack.

A story about a girl who watches a tulip bulb develop teaches young readers about tulips.

Kenzie is afraid to perform on a balance beam after her super strength causes her to break a beam.

In 1910 eleven-year-old Emma and her ethnically German family immigrate to America from Russia to escape poverty and tyranny, but on her journey she encounters hardships on the overcrowded ship, inspection at Ellis Island, and the struggle to reunite with her father and brother in North Dakota.

In 1944 in Hartford, Connecticut, twelve-year-old Audrey dreams of being an aerialist like her heroes, the Flying Wallendas, and so she is excited to go to Ringling Brothers circus with her six-year-old twin sisters; but at the show a fire breaks out, and as the crowd starts to panic Audrey struggles to reach her sisters--she gets Patty out, but Charlotte, afraid of heights, refuses to jump from the higher seats, and disappears as the big top comes crashing down.

"Revisit the tale of Beauty and the Beast. Beauty''s father gets lost in the woods and stumbles onto a castle. He reaches for a rose to bring to his daughter--but there''s a price. Will Beauty win her freedom, or be trapped in the Beast''s castle forever?"--

Blinding snow and piercing wind whip at YOU. An ordinary day has turned into a life-or-death survival. How will you stay warm? Can you find shelter? And will you be able to get help before it''s too late? It''s time to make some difficult choices. With some smart decision making and a little luck, perhaps you''ll be able to survive being lost in a snowstorm!

You just tried out for the school play. And who wants the lead part more than anyone? YOU! Imagine racing horseback across the plains. Making your own rules. Roasting marshmallows and hot dogs around the campfire. But be careful what you wish for. That might not be the way it was for a pioneer on the Oregon Trail ...

Like many slaves, Robert Smalls was forced to fight for the Confederate Navy during the American Civil War. One night, Robert and his crew of fellow slaves aboard the ship, the Planter, decided to steal the ship and head for the safety - and freedom - of Union waters only seven miles away. Would they make it to freedom, or would they be captured and face certain death?

"Fact Finders is published by Capstone Press."

Etha Michael and his family hear about gold being discovered in Alaska, and after reaching there and suffering through icy river crossings, an avalanche, and a fire that burned their home, they must decide whether the search for the precious metal is wort

Kamilla has a wonderful singing voice, but she doesn''t want to sign up for the Memorial Middle School musical because she sees herself as overweight, even though the doctor tells her she''s not--so can exercise and the support of her family and friends help her overcome her negative image and lead her to the starring role her talent demands?

Servant and the Water Princess is a Capstone Press publication.

"Explores the myths, facts, and legends associated with Mount Rushmore"--

Retells the classic German version of Snow White, together with three similar tales--Marigo of the Forty Dragons from Albania, The unnatural mother and the girl with a star on her forehead from Mozambique, and The magic needle from Turkey.

A story about a boy''s backyard garden teaches young readers about sunflowers.

Elephant Dancer is a Capstone Press publication.

Hades, king of the Underworld, has his eyes on a potential bride--Persephone. When he forces her to live with him, Persephone''s mother, the goddess of nature, is not happy. Soon, Earth falls into ruin. In order to set things right, the Greek gods and goddesses must make a compromise. Learn Persephone''s story in this modern, graphic retelling of a classic Greek myth.

A description of the Pilgrim''s life on the Mayflower as they sailed to America.

Life isn''t easy when you''re cursed with a headful of snakes for hair. Medusa knows that better than anyone. But she didn''t start out in such a state. What happened? Who''s to blame? And who''s the real hero? Find out in this modern, action-packed graphic retelling of a classic Greek myth.

No one holds a grudge like Zeus, king of the gods. So when Prometheus steals fire to give to humans, Zeus is determined to get revenge. He sends Pandora--the first mortal woman--to Earth with a box labeled DO NOT OPEN. Can Pandora keep her curiosity under control? Learn the story behind this classic Greek myth in a modern, graphic retelling.

Josh is terrified of clowns, and the news that someone dressed as a clown in a neighboring town has been kidnapping children does not help, especially after the kidnapper escapes custody; so when he encounters a threatening clown at the House of Horrors at the amusement park he panics--but will he be able to save himself, much less rescue a little girl who is lost in the hall of mirrors?

In today''s uncertain world, many families are leaving their home countries and seeking a better life in the United States. Immigrants from Somalia and Other African Countries explores the stories of two families who left their home countries to find a better life in the United States. Follow their journeys to find out why they left their homelands and understand the challenges they faced in moving to a new country.

Sam Adams and the Sons of Liberty are planning a protest on British taxes. On December 16, 1773, they''re going to dump shiploads of British tea into the Boston harbor. Fifteen-year-old Benjamin and his friend, Joseph, want a part of the action! Unfortunately, Benjamin''s boss won''t let him leave the rope-making shop. If Benjamin can''t escape, he''ll miss the start of the American Revolution.

Medusa, once a bewitching beauty, has become a hideous monster with snakes for hair. When men look at her, they turn to stone. Whe King Polydectes sends Perseus for Medusas head, he thinks Perseus will soon be another one of Medusas stone men. Or will he?

Stow away with Samuel as he journeys from France to the New World in search of fortune.

Theseus is bold. He''s brave. And he''s about to go head-to-head with a mythological monster. Yikes! But Theseus has no fear. He heads into the labyrinth to face the minotaur--a monster that''s half-man, half-bull--with only a magical ball of string to guide him. Find out if Theseus makes it out of the maze alive in this modern, graphic retelling of a classic Greek myth.

How BIG is that egg? How BIG is that paw? Is that the biggest dog you ever saw?