Yosemite National Park

John Muir called it the "grandest of all the special temples of nature" and Yosemite National Park is certainly one of the favorite of all America's National Parks. From giant sequoias to sheer granite cliffs soaring 3,000 feet above the floor of the valley, the park is visited by thousands of nature lovers each year.

Written by author Stephen Feinstein, this new title provides a complete history of Yosemite's past and present and provides over two dozen web sites through which you can explore and learn about the park from your computer. Part of MyReportLinks.com Book series, this title will allow readers to prepare for a trip, experience a virtual tour, or simply enjoy and learn about this wonderful natural park.

Enslow Publishers, 128 pgs, for grades 6 and up,ISBN: 978-1-59845-095-8. For more information on this title, please visit http://www.enslow.com/displayitem.asp?type=1&item=2708 .

Marco Polo: Amazing Adventures in China

Marco Polo opened the eyes of the world to China. Traveling 5,600 miles in 1271, Polo reached the mythical palace of Kublai Khan, and brought back stories and riches which inspired generations of followers. This biography tells his marvelous story, "I Never Told the Half of What I Saw..."

Part of Great Explorers of the World series, written by Stephen Feinstein. This title is 112 pages and is illustrated with full color photos and drawings, ISBN 978-1-59845-103-0. http://www.enslow.com/displayitem.asp?type=1&item=2718

COME VISIT ENSLOW AT BOOTH # 1846 AT ALA IN CHICAGO!

Celebrate two great new books with Enslow Publishers, Inc. at the American Library Association meeting in Chicago.

Booth # 1846

What: Free Book Signing

Time: Saturday July 11th, 9 AM - 11 AM

Book: NEVER EAT SOGGY WAFFLES: Fun Mnemonic Memory Tricks, by Author Patricia J. Murphy.

Meet Author Patricia J. Murphy who will do a free book signing for the first 100 librarians/media specialists who visit the booth on Saturday morning.

NEVER EAT SOGGY WAFFLES: Fun Mnemonic Memory Tricks, by Author Patricia J. Murphy. Library Edition: 978-0-7660-2710-7 is written for elementary level students, is 48 pages in length and illustrated with color illustrations. The book can be viewed at: http://www.enslow.com/displayitem.asp?type=1&item=2603

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What: KISS Picture Opportunity & KISS T-Shirt Drawing

Time: Saturday, July 11th, 1 PM - 5 PM

Sunday, July 12th, 10 PM - 4 PM

Book: KISS: "I Wanna Rock and Roll All Night" by Author Aileen Weintraub

Come get your KISS photo taken and a chance to win a KISS T-shirt. Rock 'n' roll fun!

About the Book: Written for young adults fans, read about the band members and how they formed KISS, the ups and downs of some of the members, how they became a marketing machine, and where they are today. KISS: "I Wanna Rock and Roll All Night" is written by Aileen Weintraub.

Library Edition: 978-0-7660-3621-5, Paperback Edition: 978-0-7660-3619-2.

Written for rock 'n roll fans ages 11 and up, each book is 112 pages with full color photographs throughout. The series can be viewed at: http://www.enslow.com/displayitem.asp?type=1&item=2592

Remember to visit Booth #1846. See you in Chicago!

The Bounty Mutiny

From the series Famous Court Cases That Became Movies, The Bounty Mutiny's author Edward Willett looks at this famous case and all the movies that it inspired, namely 'The Bounty' starring Mel Gibson. The Bounty was a British ship visiting Tahiti in 1789 when some of the crew overthrew the captain, William Bligh, and set him adrift in a tiny boat with sailors loyal to him. The mutiny resulted in a number of trials—both of men who mutinied and of Bligh for losing command of the ship.

Enslow Publishers, ISBN: 978-0-7660-3128-9, Interest Level: Grades 6-up, Page Count: 128

For more information on this title, please visit http://www.enslow.com/displayitem.asp?type=1&item=2709

Ace Your Sports Science Project

In this book, suthors Barbara Gardner Conklin, Robert Gardner and Madeline Goodstein show students how to use baseball, basketball, football, and other sports to learn about the science behind sports–the Magnus effect, topspin and backspin, center of gravity, and more!

Enslow Publishers, ISBN-13: 978-0-7660-3229-3, Interest Level: Grades 5-up, Page Count: 128

For more information on this title, please visit: http://www.enslow.com/displayitem.asp?type=1&item=2683

Ace Your Space Science Project

Authors Robert Gardner and Madeline Goodstein wrote this fantastic book in the Ace Your Science Project series called Ace Your Space Science Project.

Students can explore the solar system with this great book that applies space science questions to experiemnts. Just two examples of an awesome experiment is making a model of a lunar eclipse or building a spectroscope! Why doesn't the Moon fall to Earth? Why do the seasons change? What is parallax? How can you simulate weightlessness on Earth? Many experiments include ideas students can use for science fair projects.

Enslow Publishers, Inc.

ISBN: 978-0-7660-3230-9
Interest Level: Grades 5-up
Page Count: 128

Sprouting Seeds Science Projects

Authors Ann Benbow, Colin Mably explain many questions about seeds and plants in this book Sprouting Seed Science Projects. What is in a seed? Can plants grow without seeds? Easy-to-do science experiments with scientific explanations make this book a perfect resource for budding scientists. Ideas for further exploration and science fair projects follow every experiment.

To learn more about this title, please click here http://www.enslow.com/displayitem.asp?type=1&item=2669

Enslow Publishers, For grades 3-4, 48 pages, ISBN: 978-0-7660-3147-0

NSTA Reviews Why Are Animals Purple?

NSTA has given a great review of Melissa Stewart's book, Why Are Animals Purple?

"This book starts by asking readers to think of animals that are purple that might live near them. They are then introduced to a variety of animals, from finned to feathered. Each animal is shown close-up on a two-page spread with clear descriptions of how it uses color.

One interesting feature of the book comes at the beginning—a glossary of “Words to Know.” The words are later highlighted in the text for readers. Another fun feature comes near the end of the book—individual world maps showing where each animal lives and giving their ranges. This would make a nice starting point to discuss effects of environmental changes and how they might affect the different animals. Finally, this book contains a bibliography of other recently published books with more information about color in nature. "

To see the full review, click here http://www.nsta.org/recommends/ViewProduct.aspx?ProductID=19285

To see more information about this title from Enslow Publishers, visit http://www.enslow.com/displayitem.asp?type=1&item=2619

Who on Earth is Aldo Leopold?

If students don't know, they are sure to find out all about the father of wildlife ecology in this book, Who on Earth is Aldo Leopold? in the Scientists Saving the Earth series.

In this biography, authors Glenn Scherer and Marty Fletcher chronicle the life and work of Aldo Leopold, who has been called the most significant conservationist of the 20th century.

Enslow Publishers, 112 pgs, for grades 5 and up, ISBN: 978-1-59845-115-3

For more information on this title, please visit http://www.enslow.com/displayitem.asp?type=1&item=2704

Floods, The Science Behind Raging Waters and Mudslides

With all this rain we've been having in June, it makes you think of how floods get started. What makes a rainstorm turn into a raging flood or a destructive mudslide? Learn what causes severe weather storms and the resulting floods and learn how we can prepare ourselves to be safe. Authors Laura Silverstein Nunn, Alvin Silverstein, and Virginia Silverstein explore the causes behind these disasters and how scientists study them.

Enslow Publishers, ISBN: 978-0-7660-2974-3, Grades 5-9, Page Count: 48

To learn more about this title, please visit http://www.enslow.com/displayitem.asp?type=1&item=2722

Wheels! Science Projects with Bicycles, Skateboards, and Skates

Part of the Score! Sports Science Projects series, author Madeline Goldstein helps students learn about the physics involved in wheeled sports; cycling, skating or skateboarding. Students can also learn great ideas for science fair projects along with the experiments.

Enslow Publishers, 104 pages, grades 5 and up, ISBN: 978-0-7660-3107-4

To get more information about this title, please visit http://www.enslow.com/displayitem.asp?type=1&item=2719

NSTA Review: Why Are Animals Yellow?

"The Rainbow of Animals uses vibrant illustrations and interesting facts to
help readers answer questions about the value of color. The books provide a beautiful introduction to animal adaptations and survival. In the classroom, the books' high-interest content, bright color, and controlled vocabulary will draw readers in....

After introducing different animals, the book shows two new animals and challenges readers to figure out how color might help them to survive in their environment....

One interesting feature of the book comes at the beginning—a glossary of “Words to Know.” The words are later highlighted in the text for readers. Another fun feature comes near the end of the book—individual world maps showing where each animal lives and giving their ranges. This would make a nice starting point to discuss the effects of environmental changes and how they might affect the different animals...."

To read the full review by NSTA, please click herehttp://www.nsta.org/recommends/ViewProduct.aspx?ProductID=19284

Ellen Ochoa: First Latina Astronaut

Ochoa has succeeded in breaking barriers in race, gender, scientific inquiry, even the earth’s atmosphere by becoming the first Hispanic woman in space. Ochoa became an engineer with important research and inventions to her credit in the astronomy field.

Enslow Publishers, for grades 3-4, ISBN: 978-0-7660-2642-1, 32 pages

For more information on this title, please visit http://www.enslow.com/displayitem.asp?type=1&item=2074

"Don’t be afraid to reach for the stars, I believe a good education can take you anywhere on Earth and beyond." -Ellen Ochoa, Ph.D.

A Message from Enslow's Author, Patricia J. Murphy

Writing Never Eat Soggy Waffles was a most memorable experience. While my memory is like an elephant's and I don't normally use mnemonics, researching and writing this title gave me new ways to remember all sorts of unrelated things without taxing my already busy brain.

Speaking of being busy, I will be signing my NESW book at the Enslow's Booth at ALA on July 13, 2009 from 9 a.m. to Noon. I hear that the first 100 ALA members who remember to stop by the booth with their printed e-invitations (Email amyv@enslow.com for more information) will receive an autographed copy of my brainy book--and a cerebral surprise!

Until then...be good to your brain!

Patricia J. Murphy
Writer, Author, and Someone with a few brains:)
Visit me at http://www.patriciajmurphy.com/

Diane Chen of SLJ's Practically Paradise Blog mentions Enslow Author at ALA Event

"ALA Event - Nonfiction Book Blast! June 27, 2009 On Sunday, July 12, a panel of 17 nonfiction authors and a moderator will appear at the American Library Association (ALA) Annual Conference at McCormick Place in Chicago. "Nonfiction Book Blast! Booktalks Your Reluctant Readers Can't Resist" presents booktalks librarians can use to interest young readers in nonfiction. The panel appears from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. in Convention Center Room W181 (Level 1 of the West Building). Participating authors and their books include:

* Lisa Rondinelli Albert, Stephenie Meyer: Author of the Twilight
Saga (Enslow, 2009), So You Want to Be a Film or TV Actor
(Enslow, 2008) -Diane Chen

http://www.schoollibraryjournal.com/blog/830000283/post/1210046121.html


For more information on Lisa Rondinelli's Stephenie Meyer, please visit http://www.enslow.com/displayitem.asp?type=1&item=2682

Ace Your Forces and Motion Science Project

This full color illustated book by Robert Gardner and Madeline Goodstein will help young scientists explore the physics of forces and motion with the great experiments in this book. Many experiments are followed by ideas for science fair projects. Help students ace their next physics project or test with Ace Your Forces and Motion Science Project part of the Ace Your Physics Science Project series.

For more information on this title, please visit http://www.enslow.com/displayitem.asp?type=1&item=2706

Enslow Publishers, ISBN: 978-0-7660-3222-4, For grades 5 and up, 128 pages

Led Zeppelin: Legendary Rock Band has been published

One of the greatest classic rock bands of all time, this new rockography by Michael A. Schuman traces the ups and downs of this enduringly popular band. Jimmy Page, Robert Plant, John Bonham, and John Paul Jones formed in Britain as The New Yardbirds in the late 1960s, and soon changed their name to Led Zeppelin. With their bluesy rock 'n' roll songs and rousing lyrics, they became one of the legendary rock bands of all time.

http://www.enslow.com/displayitem.asp?type=1&item=2711.
Written for rock 'n roll fans ages 11 and up, this unauthorized rockography Led Zeppelin: Legendary Rock Band is 112 pages with full color photographs throughout. ISBN: 978-0-7660-3026-8. The Rebels of Rock series can be viewed at: http://www.enslow.com/displayitem.asp?type=1&item=2711.

Other titles include:Judas Priest: "Metal Gods" written by Brian J. Bowe. Library Edition:978-0-7660-3029-9. Paperback Edition: 978-0-7660-3027-5

KISS: "I Wanna Rock and Roll All Night" written by Aileen Weintraub. Library Edition: 978-0-7660-3621-5, Paperback Edition: 978-0-7660-3619-2.

Led Zeppelin: Legendary Rock Band written by Michael A. Schuman. Library Edition: 978-0-7660-3026-8, Paperback Edition 978-0-7660-3618-5.

AC/DC: Hard Rock Band written by Heather Miller, Library Edition: 978-0-7660-3031-2, Paperback Edition: 978-0-7660-3623-9.

Grateful Dead "What A Long, Strange Trip It's Been" written by Michele C. Hollow, Library Edition: 978-0-7660-3028-2.

Pink Floyd: The Rock Band written by Laura S. Jeffrey, Library Edition 978-0-7660-3030-5.

Posted by Enslow Publishers, Inc. at 8:33 PM
Labels: rebels of rock, rock 'n roll

Crime Under the Microscope! In the Forensics Lab

Crime Under the Microscope! by Carol Ballard explores the forensic processes investigators use while magnifying clues in the crime lab. Discover how forensic scientists use microscopes and night-tech magnifiers to examine fingerprints, bullets, DNA evidence, weapons, and more. Try a variety of hands-on activities to see what being a forensic scientist is all about!

Enslow Publishers, ISBN: 978-0-7660-3374-0, for grades 5-9, 48 pages

For more information on this title, please visit http://www.enslow.com/displayitem.asp?type=1&item=2721

Denali National Park and Preserve

Learn about the glaciers, lakes, and tundra in the park, the hundreds of small earthquakes that occur at Denali National Park and Preserve in Alaska each year, and activities like sled dog demonstrations and hiking in this great book.

Alaska's Denali National Park and Preserve is part of the America's National Parks series and is a MyReportLinks.com book. This national park includes more than 6 million acres of rugged, untamed wilderness. Author David Aretha tells the compelling story of Denali's history, including climbers who have lost their lives trying to reach the summit of Mount McKinley, and the wildlife found there.

Enslow Publishers, 128 pgs, for grades 6 and up,
ISBN: 978-1-59845-089-7

For more information on this title, please visit http://www.enslow.com/displayitem.asp?type=1&item=2688

Earthquakes: The Science Behind Natural Disasters

Scientists still have no way of predicting earth-shaking disasters. In Earthquakes: The Science Behind Seismic Shocks and Tsunamis explains how scientists study the causes an earthquake, explore how scientists measure them, and provides tips to stay safe during this natural disaster. The authors also explore the dangerous aftermaths of earthquakes including landslides, fires, and giant waves of water called tsunamis.

Part of The Science Behind Natural Disasters series, written by Alvin and Virginia Silverstein, and Laura Silverstein Nunn. Each title is 48 pages, full color illustrations, ISBN 978-0-7660-2975-0. http://www.enslow.com/displayitem.asp?type=1&item=2663