New Release Books by Shelley Tanaka

TITANIC. This is still the greatest, most recognized name in the history of ships. And it still resonates -- a great, dramatic story of pride, error and tragedy. This is the story of the voyage of the Titanic, from embarkation to disastrous iceberg contact, sinking -- and rediscovery by Dr Robert Ballard. It is told by focusing on two real young men who sailed on the great ship: wireless operator Harold Bride, and passenger Jack Thayer, son of the wealthy Marion and John Thayer, American socialites. How the ship sank, but Jack Thayer and Harold Bride survived, is part of the greater story of the Titanic, told here by the respected Canadian children's book author Shelley Tanaka, and with period photographs and beautiful paintings by Ken Marschall, with charts and illustrations that show the workings of the ship, the impact, and why it went down. First published in 1997, this edition has been revised and updated to reflect new information.

An overview of global warming.

In these eleven original stories, characters bravely face the challenges of settling into a new life. In this wonderful new short story anthology, eleven of Canada's top children's authors contribute stories of immigration, displacement and change, exploring the frustration and uncertainty those changes can bring. Told in first-person narratives, this collection features a diverse cast of boys and girls, each one living at a different point in Canada's vast landscape and history. With unforgettable protagonists — such as Miriam, a Warsaw-ghetto survivor, now reunited with her family in Montreal; Wong Joe-on, a young Chinese immigrant who faces racism in a small Saskatchewan town; and Insy, an Ojibwe girl who makes her first trip to a "white" town in Northern Ontario — young readers will be moved by the opportunities and difficulties that these characters face, as each one ponders what it means to be Canadian, and struggles to fit in. Hoping for Home includes stories by Jean Little, Kit Pearson, Brian Dowle, Paul Yee, Irene N. Watts, Ruby Slipperjack, Afua Cooper, Rukhsana Khan, Marie—Andrée Clermont, Lillian Boraks—Nemetz and Shelley Tanaka.

Twelve-year-old Akira must take care of his younger siblings after they're abandoned by their mother and left to fend for themselves in a Tokyo apartment.

A series of books for Key stages 3 - 4, aimed at secondary school librarians, these 4 titles provide an overview of key and contemporary political and social issues covered at this stage of the curriculum. Ground Work delivers easy to access information and the background behind these sometimes controversial topics in a lively and accessible way. Each book in the series addresses key questions about pressing social issues from: what is climate change and where do we go from here?; globalisation and the widening gap between the rich and the rest of the population; to bridging the gap between different cultures and religions; and the controversial topic of genocide and who is at threat from this ultimate crime against humanity? From shrinking glaciers to erratic weather and threatened water supplies, Climate Change looks at how we got here and what will happen in the future as well as the economic, social and political implications of accepting what is going on.

With dramatic narrative, informative sidebars, vivid paintings, and the stories of World War II veterans who stormed the beaches in Normandy, France, on June 6, 1944, this book presents a compelling account of this world-changing day.

Provides a short history of the Battle of Gettysburg and the commemorative address President Lincoln made there during the Civil War.

Investigating the prehistoric world—from the Gobi desert in the heart of Mongolia to the Valley of the Moon in Argentina to the Provincial Park in Canada—this fascinating exploration teaches children about dinosaurs as they discover fossilized remains and skeletal structures. Colorful and accurate illustrations and stunning photographs show archaeologists at work as they piece together the factors that led to the extinction of Earth’s most fascinating reptiles. Sidebars reveal information about paleontologists and their excavations, making this a comprehensive, educational, and exciting resource about the creatures that ruled the Earth millions of years ago.

Young readers get a shocking and intriguing look at the complete destruction of the Aztec empire, one of the most advanced and powerful civilizations in the world. Full-color paintings and photographs. Accelerated Reader: Reading Level 6.1, 1 Point.

Describes some of the newly discovered dinosaurs and what paleontologists have learned about these prehistoric creatures in recent years.

This book describes the Great Earthquake and Fire of April 18, 1906, that rocked the city of San Francisco.

Presents an overview of mummies from around the world, discussing their discoveries, the methods used to create them, and their possible significance for the cultures in which they lived.

It was the greatest invasion the world had ever seen. Officially known as "Operation Overlord," this World War II assault began on the morning of June 6, 1944. Thousands of American, British, and Canadian soldiers aboard hundreds of landing craft attacked beaches along nearly fifty miles of France's coastline in Normandy. Backing them up were the big guns of some of the mightiest ships in the Allied navies, and countless bomber, fighter, and transport aircraft. By the end of that day, an Allied army had made it ashore despite sometimes fierce opposition, signaling the end of Nazi tyranny over Europe. Using the real-life stories of young men caught up in this great event, along with original paintings, photographs, and memorabilia, D-Day, the book, will present a compelling account of this world-changing day. Shelly Tanaka is the author of many acclaimed books of nonfiction for children, including the first two books in The Day That Changed America Series: Gettysburg and The Alamo. She is also the author of Attack on Pearl Harbor and many of the books in the "I Was There" series.

With fascinating text and splendid yet haunting illustrations, this narrative imagines what it was like when Vesuvius erupted more than 2,000 years ago. The famous lost city of Pompeii comes to life again in dozens of photographs, paintings, and diagrams. Vivid descriptions of life before and during the disaster and educational sidebars reveal the lives of those who lived and died in this ancient Roman city. Also included is information about the archaeological digs at the volcanic site and how they have contributed to the rediscovery of ancient Roman life.

Provides a short history of the siege of the Alamo.

Presents the story of the legendary aviator, Amelia Earhart, from her childhood unitl her final flight in 1937.

True story of the day America entered World War II.

Follows the career of medieval knight William Marshal from his rigorous training to his tournaments and Crusade battles, and provides information on weaponry, castle life, and the political and religious background of his era.

The Kaplan family were among the last Jews to escape Europe during World War II by traveling through Russia and Japan.

Adapted scenes from the earliest episodes of Mickey Mouse films, presented in a comic book format.

Stunning, full-color illustrations, detailed diagrams of the ship's interior, and rare photographs convey a wealth of information to complement this breathtaking true story.

One of the world's most well-known historic events, the sinking of the "Titanic" in 1912 grippingly unfolds in this story told from the perspectives of 17-year-old Jack Thayer, a passenger, and 22-year-old Harold Bride, the ship's junior wireless operator. Stunning, full-color illustrations, detailed diagrams of the ship's interior, and rare photographs convey a wealth of information to complement the gripping story.

Recounts the discovery and examination of a 5,300-year-old man whose remains were found by hikers in the Alps in 1991 and explores how this discovery provides clues about the everyday life of our ancestors.

The story of Bill Lishman, who raised a flock of Canada geese and taught them to migrate south for the winter. Grades 2-4.

A behind-the-scenes look at seven classic ballets and the men and women who have danced them.

Using never-before-published survivor narratives and informational sidebars, this book traces the moments of the early morning of April 19, 1906, when the city of San Francisco was struck by a devastating earthquake. Illustrations.

With dramatic narrative, informative sidebars, vivid paintings, and the stories of World War II veterans who stormed the beaches in Normandy, France, on June 6, 1944, this book presents a compelling account of this world-changing day.