Synopsis: Set in the rough wilderness of early frontier Texas, "Old Yeller" is a timeless coming-of-age tale. Travis is left to care for the farm when his father leaves on a cattle drive. He copes with many hardships with the help of his big, yellow dog, Old Yeller. Copyright © Libri GmbH. All rights reserved.

Synopsis: Thirteen-year-old Sammy's penchant for speaking her mind gets her in trouble when she involves herself in the investigation of a robbery at the "seedy" hotel across the street from the seniors' building where she is living with her grandmother

Synopsis: Recounts the story of Hawaii's last heir to the throne, who was denied her right to rule when the monarchy was abolished.

Synopsis: Wilbur, the pig, is desolate when he discovers that he is destined to be the farmer's Christmas dinner until his spider friend, Charlotte decides to help him.

Synopsis: Provides a brief introduction to life in Greece, including its history, climate, family and daily life, and customs.

Synopsis: Describes the discovery and excavation of the world's only complete Tyrannosaurus fossil in Montana, and what was learned from it.

Synopsis: As one of the latest editions to the Dear America series, this tale provides the first-hand account of a Navajo girl who, along with her family and friends, endured the hardships of the Long Walk in an effort to survive and reach her final destination. 120,000 first printing.

Synopsis: A widow and her two children head for gold rush territory in Idaho, hoping to find jobs and a new life.

Synopsis: The irresistible second story in the charming JULIA GILLIAN trilogy is now available in paperback! So far, fifth grade at Lake Harriet Elementary School is not exactly a thing of joy. Julia Gillian's best friend, Bonwit Keller, is keeping a secret from her. Trumpet lessons with Mr. Mixler, her favorite teacher, are much harder than expected. And most upsetting of all, the kind lunch lady has been replaced by a tyrant known as the Dumpling Man.…

Synopsis: Nobody could capture the phantom. she was the wildest mare on Assateague Island. They said she was like the wind, that the white "map" on her shoulders was her mark of freedom. Paul and Maureen Beebe had their hearts set on owning her. They were itching to buy and tame her, and worked hard to earn the money she would cost. But the roundup men had tried to capture her and for two years she had escaped them.... Pony Penning Day holds a surprise…

Synopsis: Provides a description of the African American holiday of Kwanzaa, including how it started and ways people celebrate this cultural holiday.

Synopsis: Text and photographs introduce that valiant bird of prey, the bald eagle.

Synopsis: Completely redesigned for today's young investigative reader, True Books are an indispensable addition to any collection. Each book guides readers through the facts that nurture their need to know.

Synopsis: "A picture tells a thousand words, can you spot a ball and a bird? Find a clock, a fish, a hook, picture challenge fills this book ..."--Cover.

Synopsis: Introduces the atmosphere, discussing the purpose of each layer and how air, the sky, and weather are related.

Synopsis: A poor but ambitious shepherd tries to win the hand of the Khan's independent daughter in this lavishly illustrated folktale from an award-winning writer and illustrator team. In ancient Mongolia, Mongke, a poor shepherd, heard a prophecy: he would become a rich man and marry the khan's daughter. Mongke goes to the court but the khan laughs at him. However, if he can perform three tasks, he may marry the princess. Through luck and chance, he…

Synopsis: From bodies of water to insects and plants, these nature-study books are perfect for young environmentalists.

Synopsis: Presented in a graphic-novel format, the story of the "Titanic," which sank in the north Atlantic on its maiden voyage on April 15, 1912, is chronicled. Full color.

Synopsis: Little Bruna is always cold, even in summer, and no matter what she does to warm up, nothing seems to make a difference...until one day someone needs her help. A bear is drowning in a nearby river and Bruna must set aside her own worries to save and warm the cold, wet bear. It isn't long before she has forgotten about being cold and thrives in the warmth of a beautiful new friendship.