New Releases by Dana Meachen Rau

Joy and Chip, who is blind, are siblings who enjoy a day full of play and imagination, sharing food and toys, and creating new games to play.

Get to know the Dalai Lama, Tibet''s spiritual leader and one of the most popular world leaders today. Two-year-old Lhamo Thondup never imagined he would be anything other than an ordinary child, but after undergoing a series of tests, he was proclaimed the 14th Dalai Lama of Tibet. By age 15, he found himself the undisputed leader of six million people who were facing the threat of a full-scale war from the Chinese. After the defeat of the Tibetan national uprising in 1959, the Dalai Lama had to flee Tibet and went into exile in India. For nearly 50 years, he has aimed to establish Tibet as a self-governing, democratic state. In 1989, he was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for his nonviolent efforts for the liberation of Tibet and his concern for global environmental problems. As the spiritual leader of Tibetan Buddhism, the Dalai Lama continues to spend his life working to benefit humanity and preserving Tibetan culture.

From research papers to poetry, students will be given many writing assignments over the course of their education. Through easy-to-follow text and clear examples, students will learn about the different types of writing assignments theyu0092ll receive and how to write each one. Activities will encourage students to extend their writing skills further. Fast facts and sidebars bring new insight into the task of writing, while the glossary reinforces new vocabulary. A Further Reading section inspires further research.

Writing skills are important. Not only can writing be used to convey a meaning, but it can also be a means of being creative. Here, readers will learn some of the skills they need to master creative writing. Activities and clear examples help encourage students to come up with their own ideas. Basic story elements are explained in detail, allowing readers to understand the functioning principals of narration, plot, characters, setting, and more. Full-color photos and exciting language make readers eager to try their own hand at writing. Fast facts and sidebars bring new insight into the task of writing, while the glossary reinforces new vocabulary. A Further Reading section inspires further research.

Learn more about Cesar Chavez, the famous Latino American civil rights activist. When he was young, Cesar and his Mexican American family toiled in the fields as migrant farm workers. He knew all too well the hardships farm workers faced. His public-relations approach to unionism and aggressive but nonviolent tactics made the farm workers'' struggle a moral cause with nationwide support. Along with Dolores Huerta, he cofounded the National Farmworkers Association. His dedication to his work earned him numerous friends and supporters, including Robert Kennedy and Jesse Jackson.

Delving into myths and legends from across many cultures, this narrative text presents classic legends side by side with possible scientific explanations. Vivid images and a dynamic design will keep even the most reluctant readers interested, while a glossary allows readers to build vocabulary. Then, readers can examine the evidence and decide for themselves.

Exploring legends from across the globe, this narrative text presents the story of the mermaid, offering possible scientific explanations for the myths. Bright images and a playful design will keep even the most reluctant readers interested, while a glossary helps build vocabulary. A broad spectrum of ideas encourages critical thinking.

From the palaces of Austria to the mirrored halls of Versailles, Marie Antoinette led a charmed life. She was born into royalty in 1755 and married the future king of France at age 15. By 21 she ascended to the throne and enjoyed a lavish lifestyle of masquerade balls, sky-high wigs, and extravagant food. But her taste for excess ruffled many feathers. The poor people of France blamed Marie Antoinette for their poverty. Her spending helped incite the French Revolution. And after much public outcry, in 1793 she quite literally lost her head because of it. Whether she was blameless or guilty is debatable, but Marie Antoinette remains woven into the fabric of history and popular culture.

Organic food is good for you and for the planet. But if you''re thinking of revolutionizing your diet, you need to get the facts first. Learn about the benefits and challenges of an all natural, chemical free diet. Helpful tips, delicious organic recipes, and how to make the switch so much easier. Want to change the world? Now you can, one plate at a time.

Vegan food is good for you and for the planet. But if you''re thinking of revolutionizing your diet, you need to get the facts first. Learn about the benefits and challenges of a diet that does not include meat or animal products such as eggs and dairy. Helpful tips, delicious vegan recipes, and how tos will make the switch so much easier. Want to change the world? Now you can, one plate at a time.

Vegetarian food is good for you and for the planet. But if you''re thinking of revolutionizing your diet, you need to get the facts first. Learn about the benefits and challenges of a diet that does not include red meat, poultry, or fish. Helpful tips, delicious vegetarian recipes, and how tos will make the switch so much easier. Want to change the world? Now you can, one plate at a time.

Recipes from India includes a variety of recipes for each meal of the day and represents different regions of the country. Information on how to read a recipe, safety in the kitchen, and daily nutritional requirements are also included. Quick tips and variations as well as considerations for dietary restrictions round out each recipe.

Provides an overview of Chinese cooking through recipes adapted for young chefs and includes basic information on food handling and kitchen safety.

Introduces the geography, culture, and people of Mexico while describing popular dishes, including recipes for huevos racheros, guacamole, and flan.

For young readers, it''s important to understand how their body works and why they should take care of it with good food and exercise. This book teaches readers how their stomach takes the food they eat and begins the process of turning it into the nutrients their body needs.

This book teaches readers how the lungs fill with air and give the body the oxygen it needs to live and play.

This guidebook describes the function of the heart and blood. Readers are treated to vibrant photographs, illustrations, and other visual content that supports this fascinating text.

"Dr. Mae Jemison and 100 Year Starship"--P. [1] of cover.

"Dr. Mae Jemison and 100 Year Starship"--P. [1] of cover & t.p.

Discusses traveling great distances into space and studying it while living there.

"Step-by-step instructions teach readers how to create food art with candies"-- provided by publisher.

Alternative Energy.

Young children love things that creep and crawl. Go, Critter, Go!, now available in a series with both English and Spanish text, offers a simple introduction to some of nature''s most intriguing, tiny creatures.

See various uses of the number four in both English and Spanish.

"Learn how to make your writing better and more interesting."--Provided by publisher.

Following a guessing game format, this book provides young readers with clues about a honeybee''s physical characteristics, behaviors, and habitats, challenging readers to identify it.

Following a guessing game format, this book provides young readers with clues about a penguin''s physical characteristics, behaviors, and habitats, challenging readers to identify it.

Helps to cement the number two in young readers by showing different things that add up to two.

Following a guessing game format, this book provides young readers with clues about a frog''s physical characteristics, behaviors, and habitats, challenging readers to identify it.

These series are designed specifically for children who are just learning to read. Each title provides and supports a winning approach to the efforts of early literacy. the books in What''s Cooking? explore the different kinds of food we eat.