New Releases by Meish Goldish

Meish Goldish is the author of Deadly Frogs! (2018), Stray to Star! (2017), Sherlock (2017), Buddy (2016), R.E.A.D. Dogs (2015), Hotshots (2014).

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Deadly Frogs!

release date: Aug 01, 2018
Deadly Frogs!
In 2015, scientist Carlos Jared made an amazing discovery while studying frogs in Brazil. After picking up a small frog with his bare hands, Jared immediately felt a sharp pain, which lasted for hours. He didn’t know what caused it. At the time, Jared didn’t realize he had just made an important scientific discovery. He had found a frog covered with tiny spines that can inject venom! Learn all about deadly frogs in this engrossing new narrative nonfiction book for young readers. It’s packed with exciting wildlife encounters, cutting-edge science, and loads of info about venom and its deadly effects.

Stray to Star!

release date: Jan 01, 2017
Stray to Star!
Cory’s family had just moved to Hound Town. As he walked around his new neighborhood, he yearned to make a new friend. That’s when he heard rustling in some nearby bushes. Then a small, scruffy dog appeared. “Hey, there. What’s your name? Are you lost?” asked Cory. When the little dog followed Cory home, it marked the beginning of a truly amazing friendship.

Sherlock

release date: Jan 01, 2017
Sherlock
“Get her!” the police officer shouted. Sherlock the police dog took off at full speed in the parking lot of the Hound Town Mall. The thief was about to get into her car when she saw the dog running toward her. She pushed a shopping cart directly at the German shepherd. Whoosh! Sherlock leaped right over it. Would he be able to capture the thief before she escaped?

Buddy

release date: Jan 01, 2016
Buddy
In 1928, a group of reporters watched as a young blind man named Morris Frank attempted to cross the busiest street in New York City with only the help of a dog. Cars and trucks zoomed by, horns blaring. Would the guide dog—a German shepherd named Buddy—be able to stay calm and lead Morris to safety? To the surprise of the onlookers, Buddy helped Morris make it across the dangerous road with ease. After their famous walk, Morris traveled with Buddy around the world, working hard to gain rights for all people with disabilities. In this inspiring book, young readers will learn about Buddy, as well as modern-day guide dogs. Students will be amazed at the teamwork between people living with disabilities and their dogs. With dramatic photos, this book is sure to warm the hearts of animal lovers everywhere.

R.E.A.D. Dogs

release date: Jan 01, 2015
R.E.A.D. Dogs
When Hannah was in first grade, she hated reading. The young girl had dyslexia. She had trouble pronouncing words and even recognizing letters on a page. Hannah felt nervous reading in front of her classmates. Things changed, though, when she met Kaila—a furry, friendly Shetland sheepdog. For a few minutes every week, Kaila would listen quietly as the girl read books aloud. Soon, Hannah felt more relaxed. She could read faster and pronounce hard words. How could a dog like Kaila help a child read? In this inspiring book, young readers will learn about Reading Education Assistance Dogs (R.E.A.D.). In schools and libraries all over the world, these specially trained dogs—from tiny terriers to giant mastiffs—are helping kids overcome their difficulties with reading. Packed with real-life stories and adorable, full-color photos of these remarkable animals, this book is sure to be a favorite of dog-lovers everywhere.

Hotshots

release date: Jan 01, 2014
Hotshots
A wildfire rages in a forest, lighting up the tall pines with bright orange flames. As the wind whips the fire, it burns 60 acres (24 hectares)—about the size of 45 football fields—every minute! The giant wildfire is much too large for firefighters to extinguish with water hoses. This is a job for specially trained wildfire firefighters called hotshots. Dramatic, true stories will keep readers turning the pages as they learn firsthand how these tough, brave firefighters use their strength, quick thinking, and expert skills to battle deadly blazes. In addition, readers will go behind the scenes to learn how hotshots train for their job so that they are ready to spring into action at a moment’s notice.

Science Dogs

release date: Aug 01, 2013
Science Dogs
After injuring his spinal cord in an accident, Jasper the dachshund was unable to move his back legs. In 2012, scientists at Cambridge University tried an unusual experiment to help Jasper walk again. They took special cells from inside Jasper''s nose and transplanted them into his spine. Why? Scientists knew that these cells constantly regrow to keep the nose working. Could these same cells somehow repair Jasper''s damaged spinal cord? This is just one of many fascinating stories found in Science Dogs. For more than a century, dogs like Jasper have played a key role in scientific discoveries, from the invention of the pacemaker to a cancer-sniffing machine modeled after a dog’s nose. With dramatic, full-color photos, this book is sure to appeal to dog lovers everywhere.

Wildlife Rehabilitators to the Rescue

release date: Jan 01, 2013
Wildlife Rehabilitators to the Rescue
Examines what wildlife rehabilitators do, discusses how they help the animals, and explores how someone can become one.

Animal Control Officers to the Rescue

release date: Jan 01, 2013
Animal Control Officers to the Rescue
From rescuing six baby wild turkeys at the bottom of a storm drain to capturing a ten-foot-long (3-m) boa constrictor slithering through a Florida neighborhood, animal control officers are devoted to protecting animals and ensuring the safety of people. In this gripping new book, young readers will meet the fearless animal control officers who share a selfless dedication to helping animals that are trapped, abandoned, or abused. Through action-packed stories, including the heart-pounding rescue of a black lab from an icy pond, young readers will learn how these everyday heroes use their quick thinking and expert skills to come to the aid of an animal at a moment’s notice. In addition, readers will get an inside look at how animal control officers prepare for their job so that they are always ready to help and protect animals and people. Large, full-color photos and dramatic real-life stories will keep kids turning the pages to learn more.

Surf Dog Miracles

release date: Aug 01, 2012
Surf Dog Miracles
One morning in September 2011, a large crowd gathered at the shore in Huntington Beach, California. The people had come to watch dozens of surfers ride the rolling ocean waves. This wasn’t just any surfing competition, however—the surfers were dogs! With more than a thousand fans cheering the competitors on, an English bulldog named Sir Hollywood rode a long wave and was declared one of the winners. Surf dog competitions are fairly new, but dogs have been riding surfboards with their owners for fun since the 1920s. In Surf Dog Miracles, kids will meet the talented dogs that learn to balance on a surfboard, recover if they almost fall off the board, and even surf backward. Some surf dogs raise money for charity, while others can help people with disabilities ride a wave. Packed with real-life stories and full-color photos of these special animals, this book is sure to be a favorite of dog-lovers everywhere. Surf Dog Miracles is part of Bearport’s Dog Heroes series.

Ground Zero Dogs

release date: Aug 01, 2012
Ground Zero Dogs
Omar Rivera, an office worker who is blind, and his guide dog, Salty, were on the 71st story of the World Trade Center’s North Tower on the morning of September 11, 2001 when terrorists hijacked two planes and crashed them into the World Trade Center towers. Omar’s coworkers raced to the stairway to escape the burning building. With chaos all around, Omar told his dog to guide him down the stairs. Would Salty be able to lead his owner to safety? In this book, young readers will meet the brave dogs that helped people during and after the deadly terrorist attack. From guide dogs that calmly led their owners to safety, to the 300 search-and-rescue dogs that used their powerful sense of smell to try to find survivors in the rubble, these incredible animals were part of the largest canine rescue operation in U.S. history. With true stories and full-color photographs of dogs working at Ground Zero, this book is sure to appeal to dog lovers everywhere.

War Dogs

release date: Jan 01, 2012
War Dogs
Explores how dogs are used in the military, introduces canine heroes, and discusses the equipment used to protect them.

Horses, Donkeys, and Mules in the Marines

release date: Jan 01, 2012
Horses, Donkeys, and Mules in the Marines
Explores how horses, donkeys, and mules are used in the military; introduces Reckless, a horse used by the Marines during the Korean War; and discusses the training for both the soldiers and the animals.

Firefighters to the Rescue

release date: Aug 01, 2011
Firefighters to the Rescue
Whether jumping out of a plane to help stop a deadly wildfire from destroying a forest or racing in an ambulance to rescue a family from a burning building, it''s all in a day''s work for these brave heroes who have dedicated their careers to saving people''s lives. In this gripping new book, children will meet the firefighters who are first on the scene when people need help the most. Dramatic true stories will keep readers turning the pages as they learn first-hand how these courageous workers use their quick thinking and expert emergency skills to come to the aid of people at a moment''s notice. In addition, they will go behind the scenes to learn how these everyday heroes prepare and train for their job so that they are always ready to spring into action—even when they least expect it.

Rottweiler

release date: Aug 01, 2011
Rottweiler
Young readers will meet courageous Rottweilers like Jake, a dog that rescued a woman who was being assaulted in a park. Jake’s natural instinct for protecting people led him to chase away the attacker and save the woman from harm. Of course, Rottweilers have always shown their bravery and willingness to help people. Starting in the 1100s, in the town of Rottweil, Germany, these dogs herded cattle for butchers. In later years, Rottweilers were trained for other jobs, like working as police dogs or assisting people living with disabilities. It seems that these energetic dogs are happiest when they are helping their human companions. Rottweiler: Super Courageous is a perfect read for dog lovers that includes amazing, real-life stories about these huge dogs while also recounting the breed’s history and how that determined the animal’s physical characteristics, personality, and suitability as a pet.

Spectacular Skyscrapers

release date: Aug 01, 2011
Spectacular Skyscrapers
Identifies the most spectacular skyscrapers in the world and explains their incredible features through size comparisons and photos.

Prison Puppies

release date: Jan 01, 2011
Prison Puppies
In Prison Puppies, young readers will meet the hardworking dogs in the Puppies Behind Bars program. This organization teaches prison inmates to raise puppies that will later work as service dogs for people living with disabilities. The prisoners teach the dogs the skills they’ll need to assist their future owners, from basic commands like “come here” and “sit,” to more complicated tasks like opening doors and turning lights on and off. The puppies teach the prisoners, too! Working with the dogs teaches prisoners patience, responsibility, and cooperation, and gives them a chance to contribute to society in a positive way. Packed with real-life stories and dramatic, full-color photos of prison pups, this book is sure to be a favorite of dog lovers everywhere.

Army

release date: Aug 01, 2010
Army
Offers a look inside the U.S. Army''s basic combat training from orientation to graduation.

Air Force

release date: Aug 01, 2010
Air Force
Traces a recruit's journey from civilian to member of the Air Force, including basic and advanced training, and explains what it takes to become one of the world's finest soldiers.

Little Newts

release date: Jan 01, 2010
Little Newts
Discusses the natural habitat, physical characteristics, diet, and behavior of newts.

Slimy Salamanders

release date: Jan 01, 2010
Slimy Salamanders
Discusses the natural habitat, physical characteristics, diet, and behavior of salamanders.

Warty Toads

release date: Jan 01, 2010
Warty Toads
Discusses the natural habitat, physical characteristics, diet, and behavior of toads.

Amazing Water Frogs

release date: Jan 01, 2010
Amazing Water Frogs
Learn all about amazing water frogs, what they eat, what they do, and how they live.

Moray Eel

release date: Aug 01, 2009
Moray Eel
Describes the natural habitat, physical characteristics, diet, and behavior of the moray eel.

Titanic Trucks

release date: Aug 01, 2009
Titanic Trucks
Describes different types of large trucks, including information on their dimensions, weight, performance, and uses in transportation and entertainment.

Heart-Stopping Roller Coasters

release date: Aug 01, 2009
Heart-Stopping Roller Coasters
Describes different types of roller coasters, their history, and their construction.

Bug-a-licious

release date: Jan 01, 2009
Bug-a-licious
Learn about the wide variety of bug dishes that are cooked--and eaten--by people from different cultures all around the globe.

Spider-Tizers and Other Creepy Treats

release date: Jan 01, 2009
Spider-Tizers and Other Creepy Treats
Introduces foods containing spiders, centipedes, and scorpions, including a map showing the countries where insect-based dishes are eaten.

California Condors

release date: Jan 01, 2009
California Condors
Was it too late to save the California condor? For thousands of years, these amazing birds soared above North America. Yet by the mid-1900s, hunting and contaminated food supplies had pushed condors to the brink of extinction. Could scientists and wildlife officials find a way to help the California condor survive? In California Condors: Saved by Captive Breeding, children relive the inspiring and heroic efforts of people who stepped in to save this remarkable creature when all seemed lost. Through this true tale of wildlife survival, kids discover the bold and creative ideas that Americans and their government have used to protect and care for the country’s endangered wildlife.

Red Wolves

release date: Jan 01, 2009
Red Wolves
True tales of wildlife survival show how the heroic efforts of people who stepped in when all seemed lost have brought these endangered animals back from the brink of extinction.
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