New Releases by Joyce L. Markovics

"This book includes inspiring stories about rabbits with disabilities. With the right kind of care from their human helpers, these animal champs can survive-and thrive! A table of contents, glossary, index, author biography, tips on adopting a disabled animal, and sidebars are also included in this title"--

"This book includes inspiring stories about dogs with disabilities. With the right kind of care from their human helpers, these animal champs can survive-and thrive! A table of contents, glossary, index, author biography, tips on adopting a disabled animal, and sidebars are also included in this title"--

"This book includes inspiring stories about horses with disabilities. With the right kind of care from their human helpers, these animal champs can survive-and thrive! A table of contents, glossary, index, author biography, tips on adopting a disabled animal, and sidebars are also included in this title"--

"This book includes inspiring stories about cats with disabilities. With the right kind of care from their human helpers, these animal champs can survive-and thrive! A table of contents, glossary, index, author biography, tips on adopting a disabled animal, and sidebars are also included in this title"--

"Hip-hop dance is more than a series of steps. It''s an exciting art form that expresses culture, history, and emotion. This book traces this dance style from its origins and profiles some remarkable dancers. A table of contents, glossary, index, author biography, dance steps, and sidebars are included in this title"--

"Ballet is more than a series of steps. It''s an exciting art form that expresses culture, history, and emotion. This book traces this dance style from its origins and profiles some remarkable dancers. A table of contents, glossary, index, author biography, dance steps, and sidebars are included in this title"--

"Find out about Toni Morrison, a celebrated fiction and nonfiction writer, in this biography for young readers. Learn about her life and uncover how she used the power of her pen to tell stories about herself and the lives of Black people. This title also includes a table of contents, glossary, index, author biography, sidebars, "Ask Yourself" prompts, a timeline, and a writing activity"--

"Latin dance is more than a series of steps. It''s an exciting art form that expresses culture, history, and emotion. This book traces this dance style from its origins and profiles some remarkable dancers. A table of contents, glossary, index, author biography, dance steps, and sidebars are included in this title"--

"Find out about Zora Neal Hurston, a pioneering writer and anthropologist, in this biography for young readers. Learn about her life and uncover how she used the power of her pen to tell stories about herself and the lives of Black people. This title also includes a table of contents, glossary, index, author biography, sidebars, "Ask Yourself" prompts, a timeline, and a writing activity"--

"Tap dance is more than a series of steps. It''s an exciting art form that expresses culture, history, and emotion. This book traces this dance style from its origins and profiles some remarkable dancers. A table of contents, glossary, index, author biography, dance steps, and sidebars are included in this title"--

"Ballroom dance is more than a series of steps. It''s an exciting art form that expresses culture, history, and emotion. This book traces this dance style from its origins and profiles some remarkable dancers. A table of contents, glossary, index, author biography, dance steps, and sidebars are included in this title"--

"Find out about Octavia E. Butler, a trailblazing science fiction writer, in this biography for young readers. Learn about her life and uncover how she used the power of her pen to tell stories about Black people and imagine an alternate future. This title also includes a table of contents, glossary, index, author biography, sidebars, "Ask Yourself" prompts, a timeline, and a writing activity"--

"Modern and Contemporary are two dance styles that are more than a series of steps. They''re exciting art forms that express culture, history, and emotion. This book traces these dance styles from their origins and profiles some remarkable dancers. A table of contents, glossary, index, author biography, dance steps, and sidebars are included in this title"--

"This book includes inspiring stories about goats with disabilities. With the right kind of care from their human helpers, these animal champs can survive-and thrive! A table of contents, glossary, index, author biography, tips on adopting a disabled animal, and sidebars are also included in this title"--

"This book includes inspiring stories about birds with disabilities. With the right kind of care from their human helpers, these animal champs can survive-and thrive! A table of contents, glossary, index, author biography, tips on adopting a disabled animal, and sidebars are also included in this title"--

"Octopuses have amazing minds. Scientists are discovering these animals have a mind-blowing range of abilities and emotions. With this new insight, they can better understand octopuses-and our world! A table of contents, glossary, index, author biography, scientist spotlight, and sidebars are included in this title"--

"Elephants have amazing minds. Scientists are discovering these animals have a mind-blowing range of abilities and emotions. With this new insight, they can better understand elephants-and our world! A table of contents, glossary, index, author biography, scientist spotlight, and sidebars are included in this title"--

"Muddy Waters was a groundbreaking musician. This singer and guitarist helped create the Chicago Blues. He was also a major influence on other musicians, including Jimi Hendrix and the Rolling Stones. This book explores his life and music. A table of contents, glossary, index, author biography, selection of greatest hits, and sidebars are included in this title"--

"Apes, including chimpanzees, gorillas, and orangutans, have amazing minds. Scientists are discovering these animals have a mind-blowing range of abilities and emotions. With this new insight, they can better understand apes-and our world! A table of contents, glossary, index, author biography, scientist spotlight, and sidebars are included in this title"--

"Aretha Franklin was a groundbreaking musician. Called the "Queen of Soul," she helped shape American music. Using her powerful, soulful voice, she made dozens of hit songs. She also fought for racial equality. This book explores her life and music. A table of contents, glossary, index, author biography, selection of greatest hits, and sidebars are included in this title"--

"Lizzo is a groundbreaking musician. This talented singer, rapper, and flutist spreads joy with her music. She encourages her fans to accept and love themselves-no matter their size, skin color, or gender. This book explores her life and music. A table of contents, glossary, index, author biography, selection of greatest hits, and sidebars are included in this title"--

"Dolphins have amazing minds. Scientists are discovering these animals have a mind-blowing range of abilities and emotions. With this new insight, they can better understand dolphins-and our world! A table of contents, glossary, index, author biography, scientist spotlight, and sidebars are included in this title"--

"Ella Fitzgerald was a groundbreaking musician. Known for her vocal range and precision, Ella moved people with her voice. She also inspired generations of musicians that came after her. This book explores her life and music. A table of contents, glossary, index, author biography, selection of greatest hits, and sidebars are included in this title"--

"Jimi Hendrix was a groundbreaking musician. With his electric guitar, he created edgy, original music that thrilled fans. In a few short years, Jimi became one of the most influential musicians in history. This book explores his life and music. A table of contents, glossary, index, author biography, selection of greatest hits, and sidebars are included in this title"--

"Kendrick Lamar is a groundbreaking musician. He uses hip-hop to explore life in all its complexities. He raps about his own struggles and what it means to be a Black American. This book explores his life and music. A table of contents, glossary, index, author biography, selection of greatest hits, and sidebars are included in this title"--

"The International Space Station (ISS) is a huge science laboratory that orbits Earth. It''s about as long as a football field and is home to astronauts from different countries. With each mission to ISS, astronauts learn more about our incredible universe! This book takes readers on an exciting out-of-this-world voyage and uncovers cutting-edge technology while supporting STEM and NGSS standards. Each book contains fact boxes, sidebars, a glossary, an index, and places to go for more information"--

"Julie Dash is a groundbreaking moviemaker. She was the first Black woman to have her movie shown in theaters across the United States. In doing so, she broke racial and gender boundaries This book explores her life and her fascinating films. A table of contents, glossary, index, author biography, filmography, and sidebars are included in this title"--

"Oscar Micheaux is a groundbreaking moviemaker. He wrote, produced, and directed 44 movies at a time when Black Americans faced extreme racism. This book explores his life and his fascinating films. A table of contents, glossary, index, author biography, filmography, and sidebars are included in this title"--

"There are thousands of satellites in space! Some of these human-made machines observe Earth, predict the weather, and help people communicate. Others take pictures of planets, stars, and mysterious black holes in our vast universe! This book takes readers on an exciting out-of-this-world voyage and uncovers cutting-edge technology while supporting STEM and NGSS standards. Each book contains fact boxes, sidebars, a glossary, an index, and places to go for more information"--

"Modern architecture includes buildings that embrace clean, simple lines and forms. This book showcases striking modern buildings-from houses and offices to museums and performing arts centers-and the architects who built them! A table of contents, glossary, index, author biography, design activity, and sidebars are included in this title"--