New Releases by Christine Loomis

The essential source of information about the sights and sites travelers and locals want to see and experience--if only they knew about them! From the best in local dining to quirky cultural tidbits to hidden attractions, unique finds, and unusual locales, these guides take the reader down the road less traveled.

This energetic book introduces numerous modes of transportation and captures a diverse array of people participating in the rhythm of the city workday, then reuniting with their families in the evening to eat dinner and discuss the day.

Describes the hustle and bustle as people rush to work in the morning and home again at night, taking trolleys, subways, bikes, ferries, vans, and more.

Langley the snail arrives at the store too late to buy the perfect Father''s Day present for his dad, but on the return trip, he finds that the very best gifts are from the heart.

Meet Hattie, an adorable little hippo who loves to dance, swim, play hide-and-seek, and host tea parties for her friends. Perfect for reading aloud, these four funny stories showcase Hattie at her best - just being Hattie. "Neubecker''s watercolors are little gems." - Publishers Weekly

A child describes his father, who is loving, supportive, caring, and fun.

Scuba bunnies Long to see What''s beneath The deep blue sea After bath time, scuba bunnies kiss their mamas and off they go on an imaginary undersea voyage. They dive for treasure, ride the waves, and leap with dolphins, until it''s time to backstroke home in bunny buddy pairs, to mamas waiting onshore with towels and warm hugs. With infectious rhyme and enchanting illustrations, here''s a bath-to-bedtime adventure that''s sure to become a favorite.

A child describes his father, who is loving, supportive, caring, and fun.

Each book focuses on 68 terrific ideas for family days, from museums and puppet theaters to skyscrapers and parks. Written by parents who live in the cities they cover, these books are smart about what kids like -- and about what parents need. All the details for planning are included: addresses, phone numbers, admission prices, and age-appropriateness. "Hey, Kids!" info boxes provide fun facts and interesting trivia about the destination, and "Kid-Friendly Eats" features recommend three or four places to grab a bite to eat nearby. Fun to read and easy to use, these handy little guides make it easy to plan an enjoyable, hassle-free day with children in the world''s most popular cities. They''re perfect idea books for every city parent and grandparent, and indispensable aids for families on vacation.

Astro Bunnies take rockets into space, explore, and return home.

Little bunnies spend their day pretending to be cowboys: riding their ponies, mending fences, counting cows, eating chow, and singing cowboy tunes until it is time for bed.

Describes the various landscapes of America, from the Rocky Mountains and Alaska''s wildlands to the giant sequoias of California, relating the parent-child relationship to these natural settings.

Fodor''s Family Adventures 3rd ed.Want to trek with llamas in Oregon? Bicycle along the Maine coast? Houseboat on the Erie Canal or the mighty Mississippi? This complete guide to family adventure travel lists more than 200 family-friendly outfitters who make it easy to travel safely and comfortably with even the youngest children. There are terrific trips for everyone from infants to teens and for any time of year . You''ll find options throughout the United States and Canada (and some farther afield). Each chapter focuses on one of 22 great activities and is packed with the best trips: Archaeology AdventuresBikingCanoeingCattle DrivesCovered Wagon AdventuresCross-Country SkiingDigging for Dinosaur Bones and Other FossilsDogsleddingFishingHiking and BackpackingHorse PackingHouseboatingKayakingNative American ExperiencesRaftingRanchesRock ClimbingRV AdventuresSailingSnorkeling and DivingTrekking with Llamas and BurrosWildlife Encounters "Family Adventures gives parents -- and grandparents -- on-targetadvice for selecting the perfect trip. Icons show the youngest age each outfitter accepts. An appendix lists sports, activities, and outfitters in each state.

Offering authoritative advice and hundreds of hints for making the most of a vacation, this handy resource addresses such realistic issues as the type vacation the reader wants to take, those best suited to the family''s needs, and each option''s affordability. 125 color photos.

Want to trek with llamas in Oregon? Bicycle in North Carolina''s barrier islands? Houseboat along the Erie Canal or the Mighty Mississippi? Featuring tips for adventuring in 42 states and Canada, Fodor''s Family Adventures focuses on 23 great activities with outfitter profiles that highlight best bets for children of different ages. Addresses and a range of trip prices and dates are included.

A rhyming look at how the jungle animals party all night at the Hippo Hop.

While cleaning up their playground, a class of preschoolers finds enough useful junk to create a robot.

After traveling by plane, train, and car, three families reach their vacation destinations.

Animals count from one to ten and back down again as they show symptoms of illness and then, after taking care of themselves, feel better again.

Rhyming text describes a family shopping at a mall.

A busy day in a neighborhood diner is seen from both sides of the counter.

While cleaning up their playground, a class of preschoolers finds enough useful junk to create a robot.

Rhyming text and pictures reveal a wide range of activities being enjoyed at the local library.

Laundromat sounds, rhythms, and everyday adventures are expressed in verse in this simple story of a neighborhood family doing their laundry.

Explores real-life caregiving situations with reassurance and insight in a story for children and a Note to Parents offers essential advice about how to choose a caregiver.