Hair-Shooting Tarantulas and Other Weird Spiders

Hair-Shooting Tarantulas and Other Weird Spiders, part of the I Like Weird Animals! series, lets young readers learn all about weird spiders such as tarantulas that defend themselves with spikey hairs and even a type of spider that looks like bird droppings! This book has awesome full-color photos and easy text.

Enslow Publishers, For grades K-3, 24 pages, ISBN: 978-0-7660-3127-2

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The Reggae Scene

One of the hottest series for fall 2009 is The Music Scene. In one of the titles, The Reggae Scene, authors Peter Manuel and David Neely explore the reggae music, singers and fans. You can read all about the hottest stars and learn about the history as well!

Enslow Publishers, ISBN: 978-0-7660-3400-6, grades 5-9, 48 pages

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Flying Geckos and Other Weird Reptiles

Young readers will learn about really weird reptiles found all around the world with this book by Carmen Bredeson in the series I Like Weird Animals! Some of these weird animals include flying geckos and lizards that squirt blood from their eyes! Enslow Publishers ISBN: 987-0-7660-3126-5, for grades K-3, 24 pages

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Enslow's Sales Rep Tim Hoey at NJASL 2008

Enslow's Sales Representative Tim Hoey, shown here at the NJASL Fall 2008 Conference, with a display of Enslow's latest titles.

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Weird Birds

This series, I Like Weird Animals, is one of my personal favorites from Enslow. In Weird Birds by Carmen Bredeson, readers get an amazing glimpse into the unusual world of weird birds in this easy reader for grades K-3. Did you know that there are birds that can make sounds like barking dogs or car alarms, and chicks that spit vomit at enemies? Stunning, full-color photographs complement each spread of easy-to-read text.

To find out more about this title, please visit http://www.enslow.com/displayitem.asp?type=1&item=2703

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ISBN-13: 978-0-7660-3124-1

Interest Level: Grades K-3 Page Count: 24

Celebrating the Obama Family in Pictures

The Obamas are the most famous family in America. Take a look at the nation's first family: Barack, Michelle, Malia, and Sasha Obama—and, of course, their first dog, Bo, in Celebrating the Obama Family in Pictures by Jane Katirgis. This book captures the many exciting moments of the family, before and after they moved into the White House.

Enslow Publishers

ISBN-13: 978-0-7660-3653-6

Interest Level: Grades 3-4 Page Count: 32

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Celebrating the Inauguration of Barack Obama in Pictures

Relive the magic of that historic inauguration that took place on January 20, 2009—from the whistle stop train tour to the inaugural balls—with stunning photos of President Obama, First Lady Michelle Obama, and their daughters, Malia and Sasha, as well as the enormous crowds who traveled from all over the country to witness this important event in United States history. Young readers will enjoy all the photos in this book by Jane Katirgis and also learn about the inaugural process of ushering in a new U.S. president.

Enslow Publishers

ISBN-13: 978-0-7660-3650-5

Interest Level: Grades 3-4 Page Count: 32

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Diane Chen from SLJ mentions I Like Weird Animals in her blog

To see Diane Chen's blog entry, please click http://www.schoollibraryjournal.com/blog/830000283/post/470046847.html

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Celebrating First Lady Michelle Obama in Pictures

One of the 4 books in the series, The Obama Family Photo Album, Celebrating First Lady Michelle Obama in Pictures tells all about the first African-American first lady of the US. From her childhood in Chicago to her days in the White House, this photo-biography celebrates the events in Michelle Obama’s life during her journey into history. Kids will also enjoy some fun photos of Michelle riding a bike with her daughter and doing the hula hoop!

Enslow Publishers

ISBN-13: 978-0-7660-3651-2

Interest Level: Grades 3-4

Page Count: 32

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Celebrating President Barack Obama in Pictures

One of the 4 books in the series, The Obama Family Photo Album, Celebrating President Barack Obama in Pictures has great photos of Obama at more casual outings as well as formal ones. From his childhood and student life, including Harvard Law School, to his days as senator and then president, this photo-biography celebrates the events in Barack Obama's life during his journey into history.

Enslow Publishers
ISBN-13: 978-0-7660-3651-2
Interest Level: Grades 3-4
Page Count: 32

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AC/DC

In AC/DC: Hard Rock Band by Heather Miller, read about the band's struggles to become a rock band. Through different lead singers including Dave Evans and Bon Scott to various drummers to hit songs and touring throughout Australia, Europe, and the United States, AC/DC continues to gain new fans worldwide.

For more information about this title, please visit http://www.enslow.com/displayitem.asp?type=1&item=2710

Enslow Publishers
ISBN: 978-0-7660-3031-2
Interest Level: Grades 5-up
Page Count: 104

Grand Canyon National Park has been published.

"A place so spectacular it is considered one of the natural wonders of the world," begins author Doreen Gonzales about the Grand Canyon national park. In her new book, Gonzales explores how the canyon was formed, how it became a national park, plant and animal life, and how to plan for a visit to the park.

This new title provides a history of Grand Canyon's formation, then 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.

For more information on this title, please visit http://www.enslow.com/displayitem.asp?type=1&item=2689 . Enslow Publishers, 128 pages, for grades 6 and up, ISBN: 978-1-59845-100-9.

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

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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

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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.

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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