New Releases by Kelly Milner Halls

Explore the fascinating world of cryptids with this adorable board book by the bestselling creators of Cryptid Creatures and Cryptid Sea Monsters. A perfect introduction to the weird and wonderful world of cryptids, Cryptid Babies uses fun rhyming text and adorable illustrations to show young children how baby Bigfoot and friends eat, sleep, and play—just like us! This charming board book makes a perfect bedtime story introducing legendary creatures like the Jackalope, Mothman, Kraken, Nessie, and more. Why parents and kids love Cryptid Babies: Sturdy board book format, perfect for little hands Engaging rhymes and colorful illustrations Features popular cryptids that kids (and parents) adore Perfect for cozy bedtime stories and everyday reading Sweet, whimsical, and memorable, Cryptid Babies makes an excellent gift and a comforting bedtime favorite.

Gigantic dinosaurs, tiny dinos, dinosaurs of every size: they're gathered here for a big parade and kids are invited to join in the fun! These endlessly fascinating prehistoric creatures may have vanished from the Earth more than 60 million years ago, but this large-format picture book shows what it might be like to stand next to a real, live dinosaur. Colorful illustrations capture a happy procession of children marching alongside an array of dinosaurs; with just one look, young readers can put the relative sizes of human and beast in perspective, instantly making dinosaurs accessible.

Explore the fascinating world of sea monsters with this exciting guide to 50 aquatic cryptids by the creators of the bestselling Cryptid Creatures: A Field Guide. Cryptid Sea Monsters profiles 50 different aquatic cryptid mysteries around the world. Aspiring scientific explorers will discover that many ancient sea monsters turned out to be real creatures—like the oarfish, a real creature that inspired our legends about dragons—and learn about other cryptids that might one day turn out to be real. Each cryptid has a reality rating of 1 to 6 to show whether it''s more of a hoax or something that has been discovered and recognized by science. This page-turning guide will inspire curious readers to investigate more on their own, and to understand the relationship between science and myth.

This true story of the only dinosaur fossil ever found in Washington State, and the work required to identify it, is filled with engaging illustrations and photography that will capture the imagination of young dinophiles and amateur fossil hunters—for aspiring paleologists ages 8-12. Follow the remarkable tale of Washington State''s ONLY dinosaur fossil—from the amazing discovery by amateur fossil hunters to the detective work of expert paleontologists trying to determine what ancient creature left the fossilized bone behind millions of years ago. Young fossil hunters will have fun learning about the discovery and excavation of this rare treasure, nicknamed Suciasaurus for the island on which it was found, with this engaging book filled with colorful dinosaur illustrations, and photographs of fossils and dig sites. Kids can also dig into the additional content in the book, which includes: An illustrated tyrannosaurus family tree Where to go and what to take if you go fossil hunting Details about the tools scientists use for fossil preparation A glossary of terms related to paleontology

20 Remarkable stories about everyday heroes during World War II Wars like World War II brings stories of common people doing extraordinary things. Voices of Ordinary Heroes, a standout among World War 2 books for kids ages 8-12, introduces you to 20 unforeseen heroes who showed bravery and helped others when it appeared all hope was lost. This top choice among World War 2 books for kids gives you a glimpse of World War II through the tales of a variety of regular citizens, like a singer who doubled as a spy against the Nazis, or a nurse on the island of Luzon who walked 20 miles through the mountains to help wounded women and children. These incredible stories of bravery, selflessness, and courage will inspire and motivate you. Voices of Ordinary Heroes includes: A brief history lesson--Learn the who, what, when, where, and why of World War II. Fantastic facts--Helpful fun facts provide even more information on every story in one of the most comprehensive World War 2 books for kids. Put faces to stories--Photos, quotes, and more make this one of the most engaging World War 2 books for kids. Go beyond other World War 2 books for kids with Voices of Ordinary Heroes.

20 Extraordinary stories of unlikely World War 2 heroes--written for kids When any nation goes to war, we hear heroic stories from the frontlines. From foot soldiers and ship captains to fighter pilots and medics, there are infinite tales of unbelievable bravery, heroism, and sacrifice. However, not all heroes served on the front. In this important selection among World War 2 books for kids (ages 8-12), you'll learn 20 unique stories of kids and teens who experienced World War II and helped good prevail over evil. In one of the more educational World War 2 books for kids, you'll discover real-life tales of 12-year old American Jack Lucas, who faked his age in order to fight, Helmuth Hübener refusing to fall in with the Nazis, and Anne Frank, the Jewish girl who inspired generations with her diary. Become inspired by those and more fascinating stories from brave young members of that generation. This standout among World War 2 books for kids includes: World War 2 overview--Get a quick overview of the history of World War 2, including why it happened, who was involved, its major events, and the outcome. From the source--Each profile in this outstanding selection in World War 2 books for kids features quotes from the kids who were actually there. Amazing facts--Ready for an exciting new learning experience in World War 2 books for kids? The sidebars offer captivating facts about the war you may not have known about before. World War 2 books for kids should be enlightening and engaging--Voices of Young Heroes is exactly that.

"Cryptozoology is the study of mysterious creatures that fall between the realm of real and imaginary on the scientific spectrum. Cryptid Creatures: A Field Guide offers a closer look at fifty of these amazing creatures, examining the best possible evidence for each, including scientific papers, magazine and newspaper articles, and credible eyewitness accounts. The fifty cryptids are arranged in order alphabetically, and in addition to speculative illustrations, include details like when they were first reported, whether they are terrestrial, aerial, or aquatic, and each have a reality rating of 1 to 6, in which 1 means that the cryptid has been confirmed as a hoax, and 6 means the cryptid has been proven as real. This page-turning guide will inspire curious readers to investigate more on their own, and maybe even help to prove if a cryptid is a hoax or is real." --

What happens to the bodies of animals and humans after death? Nature''s army of death eaters steps in to take care of clean up. Without these masters of decomposition, our planet would be covered in rotting bodies. This high-interest science text dives into the science behind how bodies decompose.

"From magnetic slime to rainbow foam and bubble gum goo, explore the gooey, slimy, foamy side of science! Discover what happens when you mix different substances and why certain changes happen. Are you ready to get messy?" --

Pudge gets caught playing World of Warcraft in school and is suspended, As punishment, he has to help his marine biologist father at work. When they spot a whale in trouble, Pudge puts his real-world survival skills to the test.

Since getting a job at Top Tier stables, Annie has had her mind set on just one thing: earning enough money to buy a horse of her own. When she reaches her savings goal, she bids on a horse at an auction and buys Poco, a four-year-old Buckskin mare that Annie couldn''t love more. But someone is trying to sabotage Top Tier, and a terrible fire breaks out at the stable. Annie must summon all her courage to save her beloved horse as well as many others in an act of heroism she didn''t know she was capable of doing.

"Can you tell the facts from the fibs?"--Cover.

Simple text and illustrations provide fun facts about dinosaurs through a question-and-answer format.

Spokane writers pen original fairy-tale themed poems and stories to benefit INK Art Space.

It''s late at night, and you''re on a tour of a so-called haunted house. You see something out of the corner of your eye and quickly snap a photo. Your hands tremble as you lower the camera. Your eyes widen as you stare at the image you''ve just captured. A face seems to be lurking in the background. But when you look up, there''s no one standing there! Was it a ghost? Ghost sightings are reported all the time. Many are easily explained. Others are harder to dismiss. But is there any proof? To find out, Kelly Milner Halls explored haunted houses. She examined photographs and investigated eyewitness accounts from ghost hunters, mediums, and paranormal experts. What''s the verdict? Are the spirits of the dead wandering among us? Explore her findings and decide for yourself.

This book relays the factual details of the story of the Hoover Dam, which was built in the 1930s. The narrative provides multiple accounts of the event, and readers learn details through the point of view of a Colorado River explorer, a dam worker, and a dam worker''s daughter. The text offers opportunities to compare and contrast various perspectives in the text while gathering and analyzing information about a historical event.

National Geographic Kids Chapter books pick up where the best-selling National Geographic Readers series leaves off, offering young animal lovers who are ready for short chapters lively, true stories just right to carry in your backpack, share with your friends, and read under the covers at night. Follow along as National Geographic Kids Chapters'' presents a trio of true stories about incredible acts of animal heroism. Courageous Canine features an amazing pup named Lilly who sacrifices her own life to save her owner, a brave pod of dolphins who face a great white shark to save a stranger, and a mother gorilla, who in mourning her own baby, saves a 3-year-old boy who falls into her zoo enclosure. Filled with gorgeous photographs, sidebars, and fun facts, Courageous Canine will leave young readers hungry for more. National Geographic supports K-12 educators with ELA Common Core Resources. Visit www.natgeoed.org/commoncore for more information.

An investigation of UFOs and aliens combines eyewitness accounts of supposed sightings and interviews with leading UFO experts to explore the possibility of life from other worlds.

Presents three true stories about caring humans who saved a blind tiger, an albino bat, and a trio of down-on-their-luck monkeys.

What is Sasquatch? Thousands of people believe in it. Hundreds say they have seen it. But the mystery of Sasquatch has not been solved . . . Sasquatch, also known as Bigfoot, is a cryptid—a creature of cryptozoology. Cryptozoology is the study of creatures not recognized by traditional science, and it is the quest to understand things that cannot be proven via ordinary channels. Kelly Milner Halls interviews cryptozoologists, linguistics experts, anthropologists, biologists, and regular people like us who have seen, heard, or maybe stumbled across evidence leading them to believe that Sasquatch is real. Serious Sasquatch seekers are as skeptical as unbelievers. They are not out to collect great stories. They are out to put together facts. The difference is, they are willing to keep an open mind. Do you believe in Sasquatch?

The baghdad zoo was once home to more than six hundred magnificent animals. But after the war in Iraq began in 2003, the city faced widespread destruction. When U. S. Army Captain William Sumner was asked to check out the state of the zoo, he found that it, too, was devastated. Hundreds of animals were missing, and the few remaining were in desperate need of care. And so Captain Sumner accepted a new mission. Together with an international team of zoologists, veterinarians, conservationists, and dedicated animal lovers, Captain Sumner worked tirelessly to save the neglected—but tenacious—animals of Baghdad. Saving the Baghdad Zoo tells the poignant stories of these remarkable animals. Meet the abandoned lions who roamed an empty palace with no food or drink; the camel, Lumpy, who survived transport through sniper fire; the tigers, Riley and Hope, who traveled 7,000 miles from home; and many more. The Baghdad Zoo, open once again to the people of Iraq, has become an oasis of hope and safety in a city where both are precious gifts.

Describes the requirements, education, and duties associated with becoming a Virtual Reality Specialist Includes profiles of prominent pioneers in the industry

Describes the requirements, education, and duties associated with becoming an astronaut. Includes profiles of prominent astronauts.

Each title provides an overview of the scientific method, tips on how a student might create his or her display, and actual experiments and projects to do with the title topic. Each experiment includes planning, preparation, approximate skill level, materials needed, approximate cost of materials, and the details of the project. A mixture of illustrations and diagrams, stock photos, and original photos help demonstrate each project. An analysis and interpretation of experiments and the importance of safety are also included.

Most people know what dinosaurs looked like from their fossilized skeletons, but have you ever wondered what their skin and muscles looked like? With crisp photographs and illustrations of fossilized dinosaur embryos, a real dinosaurs heart, and more, explore these "mummified" dinosaur discoveries.

Students will love pouring through these exciting science fair ideas about space and astronomy. Each project comes with helpful hints on how to customize the project and win the science fair prize.

Students will love pouring through these exciting science fair ideas about cells and systems. Each project comes with helpful hints on how to customize the project and win the science fair prize.

Learn about child mummies from the Incas and other ancient civilizations around the world, plus a Civil War-era mummy from the United States.