New Releases by Jim Arnosky

Hook, Line & Seeker is for anybody who enjoys being around water. Author-illustrator-photographer Jim Arnosky is a veteran fisherman, boater, and renowned wildlife expert. He shares practical information about.....how to use fishing tackle, bait, lures and flies, how to catch and release fish, freshwater and salt water techniques. He shows to sail and anchor a boat, how an outboard motor work, how to paddle a canoe, how to use binocular, what kinds of animals you might see, how to identify fish by their fins. This beginner''s guide is chock-full of fish tales, tips and personal stories with drawings and photographs that offer step by step instructions...

Early in March Jim Arnosky, sketchbook in hand, set out to discover the arrival of spring in his Vermont countryside. He had imagined many times just what he would find, and was fascinated to discover that the beginnings of spring were very different from his winter bound expectations.The weather was cold and raw. Most of his sketching was done with gloved hands. The first signal he perceived of resurging wildlife was the call of wood frogs. Early spring wildflowers thrived, but they were in difficult, Hard-to-reach places. Everything as in barely perceptible motions. On March 31 he commented, "I am slowly beginning to be surrounded by the things I want to draw."This book is the fulfillment of one spring season spent sketching by the artist, and naturalist. At the very heart of this remarkable work is his sharing of the keen pleasure that can be had sketching outdoors in spring and bringing it all back home.

Jim Arnosky began Sketching Outdoors in Summer in his garden at the base of an old and rotting tree. From the garden the path of his sketching meandered through the yard and around the house, then wandered off to nearby meadows, fields, rivers and lakes, on an artistic journey of discovery in a season ripe with promise. Summer kept its promise, offering countless delights to observe and draw. Catbirds and their hungry nestling. A Gnarled tree trunk on the leeward shore of a lake. Sheep huddling against a drenching summer shower. The shapely gunwales of a beached canoe. " These summer sketches are about things I love doing, as well as things I enjoy drawing, "

Meet the show-offs! With their eye-catching patterns, feathers, scales, and dancelike movement, many animals seem to be saying: "Look at ME!" Acclaimed naturalist Jim Arnosky reveals the reasons behind their attention-grabbing behavior. His spectacular art, including amazing gatefolds, presents brilliantly colored poison arrow frogs; the breeding plumage of various birds; the impressive antlers of deer and elk; the dramatic color transformation of spawning fish; and so much more.

In order to survive, animals must stay hidden. Fortunately, nature helps by providing coloration that camouflages them in their habitat. Award-winning author and illustrator Arnosky looks at this most artful and beautiful aspect of animal life in five gorgeous gatefolds. Full color.

"Describes how some animals survive in frigid regions, including muskrats, walruses, and the Arctic fox. With great five fold-out pages"--

In this followup to his narrative nonfiction book WATER STORIES, Jim Arnosky chronicles his adventures on the water. A StarWalk Kids Original Book.

A young reader''s introduction to nature follows a naturalist''s reflections and observations over the course of a year spent tracking wildlife and tending a Vermont farm.

This handbook to fishing, boating, and water wildlife brings together Jim Arnosky''s knowledge, skills, and talents in one wonderful package. Illustrated with his trademark watercolors, pen-and-ink drawings, and photographs, it is packed with information.

Young kids heading to the beach can learn all about the wonders at the water''s edge with Jim Arnosky''s fascinating guide. With friendly notes and detailed illustrations of everything from ghost crabs to shark teeth, this award-winning author and wildlife expert outfits kids with the knowledge they need to become avid beachcombers. Take it along on a family vacation or school trip, or make the beach come alive at home with this personal tour of the shore.

From slithering snakes to soaring birds of prey, and many other fascinating animals along the way, Jim Arnosky''s Wild World gives nature-loving kids a life-size view of hundreds of creatures. Jim Arnosky''s Wild World includes: Wild tracks, Slither and crawl, and Thunder birds. --

Lions and tigers and bears . . . and WOLVES--oh, my! Acclaimed nature writer and illustrator Jim Arnosky introduces awe-inspiring wild predators: carnivores that survive by tooth and claw. Follow the huge paw prints of big cats like the African lion; of massive bears like the fierce grizzly; and the gray wolf. One spectacular double gatefold plus two single foldouts present the animals up close and lifelike!

Adventures on the water, with vivid illustrations by award-winning naturalist Jim Arnosky. In each chapter, Arnosky explores a different aquatic habitat and the fascinating creatures that live there. And every journey is an adventure, including counting crocodiles, searching for sunken treasure, and a daring rescue in a beat-up old rowboat.

In the vein of his popular picture books Grandfather Buffalo and Raccoon on His Own, Jim Arnosky’s Little Burro features a lovable new character who finds out that trying new things does not have to be scary. Little Burro’s canyon has everything she needs—it’s breezy and cool on a hot day, and warm and cozy at night. One day, her band of burros decides to travel to the lake. She does not want to go, but finally follows when her mother calls out to her. When they arrive, Little Burro is surprised to find that the lake is just as nice as her canyon—and even more fun!

Acclaimed naturalist Jim Arnosky will bring out your inner explorer as he explains why a puffer swells up like a balloon, how sharks locate prey in the darkness, and why some fish like to swim in the shadow of a manatee.

Jim Arnosky''s beloved nature expert, Crinkleroot, is back! Award-winning children''s book artist and naturalist Jim Arnosky features his iconic character in this fun and informative picture book. Crinkleroot, who was "born in a tree and raised by bees," guides young readers through the natural world, taking them on a journey through the seasons, and giving examples of things they can do in their own backyards to protect the environment.

Celebrates the beauty and diversity of hundreds of insects and spiders in an illustrated work that features eight gatefolds depicting butterflies, beetles, spiders, and other insects.

Legendary creatures such as Bigfoot and the Loch Ness Monster hold endless fascination for people around the globe. Do these creatures really exist? Countless eyewitnesses say yes, and scientists are discovering new animal species every year, so perhaps it isn’t impossible. But how would such large animals survive? Where would they live, and what would they eat? In Monster Hunt, Jim Arnosky presents mythical creatures of the past and gigantic prehistoric animals that have survived to the present. He examines accounts of Kraken, Bigfoot, and Nessie, and then invites readers to join him in exploring what might be living in the deep waters of Lake Champlain. With its combination of folklore, natural history, and field research, this beautifully illustrated book is ideal for anyone who is curious and enjoys a little mystery.

The author describes and identifies winged predators, and explains why there are no feathers on a vulture''s head, which bird is the deep-diving champ, and what makes an owl''s wings perfectly silent in flight, in a text with fold-out pages.

Identifies some of the things happening in nature while one goes about an ordinary day, such as a shark circling a reef, while one brushes one''s teeth, or puffins eating fresh-caught fish while one eats dinner.

Kidnapped by their father, two boys escape into the mangrove swamps of Key Largo, Florida, where they learn to live on their own among the wildlife.

Explains how to identify venomous snakes and their harmless cousins, where to find a 200-pound lizard, how to avoid becoming an alligator''s lunch and features snake fangs, alligator claws, and turtle shells--all life-size!

In spoken-word song with rhyming text, a turkey describes his life in a large flock, always looking out for other creatures that might find him tasty. (Internet component includes downloadable song) --Provided by publisher

Writer Jim Arnosky describes his trip into the Florida Everglades in search of the elusive American crocodile, an animal which has inhabited the earth since the days of the dinosaurs.

An introduction to the physical characteristics, behavior, and habitats of manatees.

Presents information about frogs with simple text and illustrations.

Slick salamanders, speedy catfish, curious crayfish, and other creatures are featured in an illustrated introduction to freshwater brooks and streams.

Youngsters can sing along with renowned naturalist Arnosky as he shows them how animals gobble up food in the wild. Includes an audio CD. Full color.

Learn how to read the secret language of animal tracks. Find out how to tell how fresh tracks are, which animals made the, how fast they might have been traveling, and more.