New Releases by Nancy Loewen

Describes the physical characteristics, life cycle, and behavior of fireflies. Includes life cycle and activity.

Describes the physical characteristics, life cycle, and behavior of ladybugs. Includes anatomy diagram and activity.

Uses an advice-column format to define trust and provides examples of how trust can be used in daily life.

Describes the physical characteristics, life cycle, and behavior of ants. Includes anatomy diagram and activity.

Information about various ways of showing respect for others, for property, and for oneself are presented in the form of an advice column.

Tina Truly''s advice column answers questions from young people about school and family situations that seem unfair.

Uses an advice-column format to define courage as a character value and demonstrate how it can be used in daily situations.

Uses an advice-column format to define responsibility as a character value and demonstrate how it can be used in daily situations.

An award-winning introduction to good citizenship. Using real-life experiences and advice column-style writing, this nonfiction picture book defines citizenship and explains how it can be demonstrated or used in daily situations "Does it really matter if I throw my gum on the ground?" through fun, creative, and responsible ways! Written by Minnesota Book Award finalist Nancy Loewen.

Greek and Roman Mythology

Surveys classical mythology, discussing the relationship between Greek and Roman myths, and describes the birth and life of the demigod Hercules, known as Heracles in Greek mythology.

Surveys classical mythology, discussing the relationship between Greek and Roman myths, and describes the birth and life of the goddess Athena.

Surveys classical mythology, discussing the relationship between Greek and Roman myths, and describes the birth and life of the goddess Venus.

Surveys classical mythology, discussing the relationship between Greek and Roman myths, and describes the life and exploits of the god Zeus.

Describes the life of the First Lady of the United States from her youth to her current career.

A biography of the American writer and humorist, Samuel Clemens, whose writings reflected his experiences, particularly his boyhood in Hannibal, Missouri.

Describes the most important things to do when someone is hurt in an accident and discusses the basic rules of first aid for treating illness and injury.

Offers rules for behaving in a safe way in the classroom, on the playground, and while waiting for and riding the bus.

Presents advice for ensuring safety in various ourdoor settings, including parks, playgrounds, and backyards.

Examines the life and work of the nineteenth-century author best known for his poetry and stories of terror, grief, revenge, and death.

Presents a history of Washington, D.C., from the time it was agreed a capital city should be established, and highlights the activities and attractions in the city.

Describes how the four boys from Liverpool achieved phenomenal success as the Beatles, their growth as musicians, the pressures of international fame, and their breakup in 1970.