This story of Diego Rivera, the greatest muralist of Mexico--and of the world--is told in Spanish and English. Vibrant miniature paintings convey the sense of adventure and magic that marked Rivera's
Step into the colorful world of Henri Matisse and his magnificent paper cutouts!In a small weaving town in France, a young boy named Henri-Emile Matisse drew pictures everywhere, and when he grew up,
On an island called Puerto Rico, there lived a little boy who wanted only to play baseball. Although he had no money, Roberto Clemente practiced and practiced until--eventually--he made it to the Major Leagues. America! As a right-fielder for the Pittsburgh Pirates, he fought tough opponents--and even tougher racism--but with his unreal catches and swift feet, he earned his nickname, "The Great One." He led the Pirates to two World Series, hit 3,000 hits, and was the first Latino to be inducted into the Hall of Fame. But it wasn't just baseball that made Clemente legendary--he was was also a humanitarian dedicated to improving the lives of others.
A shaman hunts a silver fox through the frosted snow. A brave little robin defies a polar bear. The blind Viking god of winter plays a dangerous game with his brother, the god of summer. . . Explore w
Earlier this year, President Obama declared one of his top priorities to be “making sure that people are able to get enough to eat.” The United States spends about five billion dollars
Mark Turner’s beautiful children’s book, A Winter’s Tale: How Raven Gave Light to the World, is a sensitive retelling of the Native American creation myth, of how Raven, transformed into a child, stol
From the bestselling author of The Snow Child, a thrilling tale of historical adventure set in the Alaskan wilderness.In the winter of 1885, Lieutenant Colonel Allen Forrester sets out with his men on
Winter came early to the Arctic in 1897. Frigid temperatures brought pack ice that filled the waters north of the Bering Strait. As a result, virtually the entire North American whaling fleet was tr
From the bestselling author of The Snow Child, a thrilling tale of historical adventure set in the Alaskan wilderness.In the winter of 1885, Lieutenant Colonel Allen Forrester sets out with his men on
An atmospheric, transporting tale of adventure, love, and survival from the bestselling author of The Snow Child, finalist for the Pulitzer Prize. In the winter of 1885, decorated war hero Colonel All
In the years before Plant City was chartered, pioneers and rugged individuals out to seek a better life migrated to the land of thick forests and rich soil. In 1885, when Connecticut Yankee Henry Brad
Peru, Indiana was the longtime winter quarters of several circuses owned first by the American Circus Corporation, then by Ringling Brothers. A local historian/filmmaker introduces the area that becam
Myths and misunderstandings continue to proliferate about Islam and its millions of followers worldwide. To refute these misconceptions, this newly-expanded, magnificently illustrated version offers
As a young man, John B. Prentis (1788–1848) expressed outrage over slavery, but by the end of his life he had transported thousands of enslaved persons from the upper to the lower South. Kari J. Winte
As a young man, John B. Prentis (1788–1848) expressed outrage over slavery, but by the end of his life he had transported thousands of enslaved persons from the upper to the lower South. Kari J. Winte
The First World War marks a crucial period in the history of the socialist wing of the British labour movement. This book is an account of the development of the political ideas and activities of some
Contains over 40 songs in the versions made famous by the world-renowned Irish group. Includes fascinating profiles of the members of the group, plus photographs. Melody line and chords. Includes: Th
Magic doesn't exist in Bert's world... or does it?The mages of Ferenor were outlawed and destroyed by the royal family centuries ago for performing incredible feats and powering wondrous machines with
