New Releases by Larry Dane Brimner

Describes different kinds of valleys and canyons and how they are formed.

Ideal for today''s young investigative reader, each A True Book includes lively sidebars, a glossary and index, plus a comprehensive "To Find Out More" section listing books, organizations, and Internet sites. A staple of library collections since the 1950s, the new A True Book series is the definitive nonfiction series for elementary school readers.

Rookie Readers RM have provided entertaining, high-quality introductions to reading for more than a generation. Each title features full-color, often hilarious illustrations and engaging stories that always involve a young child figuring out concepts or solving problems on his or her own. Every new title contains a Word List and a color-coded reading-level key on the back cover.

All Rookie Readers actively engage young readers, encouraging language development, building fluency, and promoting independent reading. By targeting a skill, like learning about opposites, young readers are building fundamental reading skills with the help of fun, lively, colorfully illustrated stories.

Dramatic and defining moments in American history come vividly the life in the Cornerstones of Freedom series.

A rhyming look at a cowboy''s day at the rodeo.

The M & M candies will be your guide as you learn about time, the millennium, and calendars.

Ideal for today''s young investigative reader, each A True Book includes lively sidebars, a glossary and index, plus a comprehensive "To Find Out More" section listing books, organizations, and Internet sites. A staple of library collections since the 1950s, the new A True Book series is the definitive nonfiction series for elementary school readers.

This book describes Uranus''s discovery by William Herschel, and discusses the rings, moons, and unique tilt of the seventh planet from the Sun. Series Information Completely redesigned for today''s young investigative reader, True Books are an indispensable addition to any collection. Each book guides readers through the facts that nurture their need to know. Series Features * Superb age-appropriate introduction to curriculum-relevant subjects* Covers all studies, from Animals to Geography to Science* "Words to Know" glossary clarifies subject-specific vocabulary* "Learning More" section encourages independent study* Index makes navigating subject matter easy

Ideal for today''s young investigative reader, each A True Book includes lively sidebars, a glossary and index, plus a comprehensive "To Find Out More" section listing books, organizations, and Internet sites. A staple of library collections since the 1950s, the new A True Book series is the definitive nonfiction series for elementary school readers.

When Elliot thinks he is being treated unfairly at home, he decides to run away.

In this exciting guide, author Larry Dane Brimmer explains snowboarding''s terminology, details basic techniques, discusses safety and etiquette, and examines the latest equipment.

Although people think her behavior improper, Nana rides a hog through town.

A simple explanation of what e-mail is and how to use it to communicate with others through the Internet and the Information Superhighway.

Ideal for today''s young investigative reader, each A True Book includes lively sidebars, a glossary and index, plus a comprehensive "To Find Out More" section listing books, organizations, and Internet sites. A staple of library collections since the 1950s, the new A True Book series is the definitive nonfiction series for elementary school readers.

Discusses the history, equipment, and basic techniques of surfing, as well as safety issues and surfing etiquette.

Ants increase by multiples of ten as they march up the hill toward a tall cake.

The Pals decide they want to have a picnic at the lake, but first they have to figure out how to work together to row the boat.

Fire Companies 1, 2, 3, and 4 rush across town to Fire Company 5, where the firehouse dog is having puppies.

Everyone says Mary is brave, as she performs a number of tasks that require courage.

Examines roller-blading as both a fitness tool and a sport, discussing such issues as equipment selection, safety, history, racing, and skate-dancing

This classic holiday book with heartwarming illustrations makes a perfect gift for boys and girls 5 - 7 years old. Christmas is a time for gift giving, and remembering old friends. But this Christmas it seems there are no gifts for Old Armadillo and no friends to remember him. "Merry Christmas!" he calls from the front door of his casita. But no one is there to hear. He checks his letter basket. But no one has sent him a Christmas card. Saddened, he shuffles back inside and falls asleep, believing his friends have forgotten him. Meanwhile, something wonderful is happening outside his casita. Roadrunner, Coyote, Raccoon, Bear, and others are secretly preparing a big Christmas surprise for their friend. Old Armadillo awakes to find the joy of Christmas as he realizes that his friends have remembered him after all. Larry Dane Brimner''s loving story is filled with holiday cheer, and warmly illustrated by Dominic Catalano. Together, author and illustrator have created a picture book that will gladden the hearts of little ones each and every Christmas.

Gay and lesbian teenagers relate their experiences regarding the discovery and acceptance of their sexual orientation.

Four easy-to-read adventures about two very funny frogs. Copyright © Libri GmbH. All rights reserved.

Defines hibernation and describes different animals'' ways of preparing for and spending the winter.

Trying to find out why his birthday has been forgotten, Country Bear persists in interrupting the activities of what appears to be a secret club.

Country Bear borrows all the ingredients for a cake from his neighbor and then gives her the cake as a present. Includes a recipe for apple cake.