New Releases by Lori Mortensen

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The Civil Rights Movement brought about major changes in the United States, including the legal end of segregation between African-Americans and white Americans. Explore the points of view of the activists who fought for change and the people who opposed them through powerful primary sources and historical photos.

This introduction to a wild colony of honeybees offers close-up views of the queen, the cells, even bee eggs, and an understanding of their lives

Following increasingly chaotic attempts to give his dog a bath, Cowpoke Clyde discovers there is only one way to get Dawg into the tub.

One night on the farm, the cows overhear a fantastic tale. “Hey Diddle Diddle, the cat and the fiddle, the cow jumped over the moon!” Inspired by this classic rhyme, a plucky cow named Cindy Moo sets out to prove that cows really can leap over the moon. The other cows laugh at her, but that doesn’t stop Cindy from trying—and failing—night after night . . . until a trick of nature shows Cindy a way to triumph. As delightfully silly as the original nursery rhyme, this hilarious picture book will have readers of all stripes (and spots) cheering for its determined heroine.

Kaylee and Jenna have always been in the same class-until this year. Without Jenna by her side, Kaylee has a bad case of the first day blues. Will anything, or anyone, cheer her up?

Students during their day use good manners to be kind and keep the classroom quiet and clean. Graphic novel.

In graphic novel format, explains proper etiquette for using a library.

In graphic novel format, explains proper etiquette on a field trip.

In graphic novel format, explains how to behave on the playground.

This biography examines the life of electronic game designer, Satoshi Tajiri, who created Pokémon, one of the most popular computer games ever produced. This talent is the founder of the video game developer Game Freak.

A digital solution for your classroom with features created with teachers and students in mind: - Perpetual license - 24 hour, 7 days a week access - No limit to the number of students accessing one title at a time - Provides a School to Home connection wherever internet is available - Easy to use - Ability to turn audio on and off - Words highlighted to match audio When Andrew''s lunch goes missing, he is left sad and hungry. With the help of his friend Dylan, the search for the lost lunch begins

"In graphic novel format, text and illustrations describe a visit to the dentist"--Provided by publisher.

"In graphic novel format, text and illustrations describe the daily activities of firefighters"--Provided by publisher.

"In graphic novel format, text and illustrations describes a visit to the veterinary"--Provided by publisher.

In graphic novel format, describes everything about working on a farm.

Simple text tells the story of Paul Revere, and how he spread the alarm to warn the colonists that the British were coming.

Ava and her friends decide to put on a pet show, but when it is time for the show to start, nobody can find Ava''s cat, Oatmeal.

Ethan cannot wait to show Zack his new monster card, but when the new card disappears, the search begins.

Boston Harbor is full of British tea! But the Colonists aren''t drinking it. They aren''t having a party for fun. They''re sending an angry message to King George III. Here''s the story.

Did you know that elephants are the biggest animals on land, each weighing as much as a school bus? Read Elephants and find out more about these gentle, social creatures. Book jacket.

Explores the life and work of nineteenth-century French physicist Leon Foucault, who invented a pendulum that provided proof that the Earth rotated on its axis.

Yikes! Bree just can''t do it. The big bike jump is too big, too steep, and too scary. Is there any way for Bree to pedal through her fears?

This informative series teaches readers about various animals found in the wild

The men argued all summer in the hot room. The United States needed a new government. But would the Founding Fathers be able to agree on a plan? Here''s the story.

Here is the ideal introduction for preschoolers and early elementary children to insects that are not only amazing but also critically important to humans. Inside the hive views of a wild colony of honey bees offer close ups of the queen, the cells, even bee eggs. Simple verse will engage a young child, while sidebars with fascinating information satisfy the somewhat older child. Parents, teachers, and kids will love this picture book. The detailed art shimmers with life, highlighting each hair or grain of pollen on the bees. A wild hive in a tree in her own backyard served as a model for the artist! Backmatter includes: further information about wild and domestic hives. information on how to learn more about honey bees.

Declaration of Independence is a Capstone Press publication.

Emma and Olivia are responsible for feeding, cleaning and taking care of their guinea pig, Gertrude. When they forget to do their job, Gertrude becomes Dirty Gertie! Mom says if they don''t take care of Gertie, they will have to find her a new home.

Olivia is fast, strong, and can catch. She loves flag football, but the boys won''t let her play. Find out if Olivia ever gets to play flag football.