New Releases by Tammy Gagne

The U.S. Constitution is more than 200 years old, yet the rights it grants the citizens of the United States are exercised every day. Without the Constitution, Americans could not speak out for the causes they hold most dear. Newspapers could not publish the stories that keep people informed about events in the United States and around the world. Just as important, Americans would not have representatives in Congress or the White House—people for whom they vote in democratic elections. But what rights do the individual states have under the Constitution? This book explores those rights, how the Supreme Court has interpreted them over the last two centuries, and how they continue to affect the lives of people in every state in the Union.

The Mexican landscape provides visitors with scenic views and a variety of terrain and waterways to explore, along with fascinating ruins from civilizations past. Mexican culture offers tourists mouthwatering foods, fun festivals, and a wide range of performance arts. But what is Mexico like for the people who live there? What do they do in their spare time? What kind of work do they do? We Visit Mexico is a window into the geography, history, and people of this amazing nation.

All kids get sick now and then, but children who suffer from chronic illnesses don’t recover quickly from their diseases. They have to deal with being sick for long periods of time, sometimes indefinitely. Dealing with a chronic illness is no fun. Often it means staying in the hospital or at home, away from school and friends. It can also mean enduring painful medical procedures. All of this can make a chronically ill child feel sad, scared, and lonely at times. You may wonder if there is anything you can do to help. Whether you already know a person with a chronic illness or you want to make some new friends, the best gift you can give is your time. This book discusses ten different ways that you can help a child who must deal with a chronic illness. Some of the ideas are big, others are small, but all of them can make a true difference in the life of a chronically ill child.

Owning a hedgehog is surprisingly easy. In addition to a food bowl and a water bottle, all you need to buy for this animal is a cage with some fun hiding spots inside it. Since they are nocturnal, hedgehogs are awake in the evening hours when you are home from school. Don’t be startled if your hedgehog rolls into a ball when you pick it up, though. Many members of this species do this when they are frightened. The more your hedgehog gets to know you, the less it will do this. Can you convince your parents that a hedgehog would make a good pet for you?

Racing pigeons are also called homing pigeons because they can return home from almost anywhere. Find out what it’s like to race these pigeons, and how much care and training they need from you. Discover how long these colorful birds have been helping humans deliver messages, and find out about the pigeon war hero G.I. Joe. Do you have what it takes to become a pigeon fancier? Can you convince your parents that you do?

"Describes the history, physical features, temperament, and care of the boxer breed"--Provided by publisher.

Describes the history, physical features, temperament, and care of the Australian shepherd breed.

"Describes the history, physical features, temperament, and care of the beagle breed"--Provided by publisher.

"Describes the history, physical features, temperament, and care of the Rottweiler breed"--Provided by publisher.

"Describes the history, physical features, temperament, and care of the poodle breed"--Provided by publisher.

Describes the history, physical features, temperament, and care of the German shepherd breed.

History, physical features, temperament, and care of the Great Dane breed.

Describes the history, physical features, temperament, and care of the Bloodhound breed.

Each breed of dog is special, and the Edge Dogs set will show you why. Fun facts and plenty of photos give each dog its day.

Describes the history, physical features, special traits, and care of the Chihuahua breed.

"Describes the history, physical features, temperament, and care of the bulldog breed"--Unedited summary from book.

"Who is LL Cool J?" Ask a teenage music fan or a grandmother who watches NCIS: Los Angeles this question, and chances are very good that either one can tell you the answer. LL Cool J rose to fame in the early 1980s as a young rap singer with dreams of making it big. Little did he know then that he would also become a successful actor. LL's life was not an easy one. He survived an abusive childhood and learned many lessons about forgiveness along the way. Most importantly, he never gave up on his dreamsÑand after 30 years, he is still making them come true.

Manny Machado has been popular on the baseball field since his school days. The Baltimore Orioles drafted him in 2010, when he was still in high school! As soon as he joined the Orioles, he started making a name for himself. Even though he was only 18 years old, he was already breaking Orioles records. Both his teammates and his opponents speak highly of MannyÕs talent. He is off to an amazing start, being selected for the All- Star Game in 2013, but they all think the best is yet to come for this popular Orioles player.

Olympic swimmer Missy Franklin has set world records. She has also won fi ve Olympic medalsÑ four gold and one bronze. Perhaps even more amazing is that she did all of these things before she was out of high school. But MissyÕs day-today life is surprisingly normal. Her schoolwork is a top priority for her. After graduating high school, she chose to attend the University of California at Berkeley. She decided not to turn pro so she could swim on her college team. But she already has plans to compete in the next Summer Olympics in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Imagine what she will accomplish while she is there!