New Releases by Lori Haskins Houran

Discusses the history, physical characteristics, behavior, and care of pugs.
Title: Pug
Author: Houran, Lori Haskins
Publisher: Bearport Pub Co Inc
Publication Date: 2009/01/01
Number of Pages: 32
Binding Type: LIBRARY
Library of Congress: 2008040613

"Blast off into the sky and visit the International Space Station! What's it like to work in space? Follow a pair of astronauts as they travel to the station and join the international crew of men and women who are on the job. There you can go on a space walk, eat a meal that floats in the air, and look out at Earth! With up-to-date facts about the ISS, this read-aloud will send young minds soaring"--Jacket flap. Text and illustrations take readers on a trip to the International Space Station, where astronauts work, sleep, and walk in space.

In this lyrical book, George Washington comes alive for preschoolers.
 
Bright, appealing artwork and simple text introduces the youngest readers to our first president with engaging anecdotes, beginning with how young George liked to study and ride his horse. Fun facts at the end—such as that Washington's image can be found on our dollar bill, our postage stamps, and on Mount Rushmore—round out this charming Little Golden Book.