On this day in history

The Civil War began as Confederate forces fired on Fort Sumter in South Carolina.

Online Preview: Escape--Teens on the Run

Holocaust Remembrance Day is April 11th. We thought that this would be an appropriate time to tell you that we have just published a new series titled: True Stories of Teens in the Holocaust. With a special focus on children and young adults' experiences during the Holocaust, these books tell the poignant stories of young people's lives through primary sources and artifacts.
To see an online sneak preview of the book containing the frontmatter, first chapter, and backmatter, click on any of the titles below.
Take a look, write a review, mention the books in your blog, or please feel free to share this email with your colleagues. If you are interested in reviewing the entire book, please send me an email and let me know how your review can help us spread the word about these new books.

Preview True Stories of Teens in the Holocaust
Escape—Teens on the Run: Primary Sources From the Holocaust 978-0-7660-3270-5

Online Preview: Courageous Teen Resisters: Primary Sources From the Holocaust

Holocaust Remembrance Day is April 11th. We thought that this would be an appropriate time to tell you that we have just published a new series titled: True Stories of Teens in the Holocaust. With a special focus on children and young adults' experiences during the Holocaust, these books tell the poignant stories of young people's lives through primary sources and artifacts.
To see an online sneak preview of the book containing the frontmatter, first chapter, and backmatter, click on any of the titles below.
Take a look, write a review, mention the books in your blog, or please feel free to share this email with your colleagues. If you are interested in reviewing the entire book, please send me an email and let me know how your review can help us spread the word about these new books.

Preview True Stories of Teens in the Holocaust	ISBN
Courageous Teen Resisters: Primary Sources From the Holocaust	978-0-7660-3269-9

Happy Birthday Richard Peck!

Richard Peck: A Spellbinding Storyteller
Author: Kimberly Campbell
State Affiliation of Author: GA
State Affiliation of Title: IL, NY
ISBN-13: 978-0-7660-2723-7

ISBN-10: 0-7660-2723-6
Publication Year: 2007
Interest Level: Grades 6-up
Page Count: 112

Richard Peck is a Midwestern success story. Born and reared in Decatur, Illinois, he became a teacher but eventually quit his job to become a writer. But Peck could never fully leave the classroom. So now he reaches his students by writing books for them. Peck has an elegant way of creating quirky characters and historically accurate settings, and weaves them into a magical and extraordinary story. His 2001 Newbery winning book, A Year Down Yonder, is a Depression era novel about fifteen-year-old Mary Alice, who is sent by train from Chicago to live in the country with her feisty Grandma Dowdel. Peck now lives in New York City, but enjoys traveling the globe to meet teachers, librarians, students, and readers of all ages.

April 11-17 is National Library Week! How will you celebrate?

Celebrate National Library Week at your library!

Visit www.enslow.com or read your favorite Enslow books to celebrate at your library.

For more information, visit ALA's site.

On this day in history

The nation's first tax-supported public library was founded in Peterborough, N.H.

On this day in history

French explorer Robert La Salle reached the Mississippi River.

Happy Birthday Paul Robeson!

Today would have been Paul Robeson's 112th birthday!

This actor, singer, and political activist inspired a lot of people, and is still known for his unwavering stature as a champion of civil rights.

Enslow has two titles about this political activist for the elementary and middle school markets.

Sad anniversary for Kurt Cobain fans

On this day in 1994, Kurt Cobain died.

Jeff Burlingame, who personally knew Cobain, explores the rock legend’s too-brief life, his revolutionary music, and the enduring legacy he left behind.

On this day in history

Henry Ford passed away at the age of 83 in 1947.

Happy Birthday Tiki Barber!

Tiki Barber All-Pro On and Off the Field
Author: Tom Needham
State Affiliation of Author: NC
State Affiliation of Title: NJ, NY
ISBN-13: 978-0-7660-2865-4

ISBN-10: 0-7660-2865-8
Publication Year: 2007
Interest Level: Grades 5-up
Page Count: 128

Tiki Barber is the outstanding running back for the New York Giants of the National Football League (NFL). He was the league's top yardage gainer from the line of scrimmage in 2005 and is the all-time leader in rushing yards in Giants history. Off the field, Barber has been involved with programs designed to fight breast cancer, autism, muscular dystrophy, domestic violence and many others. When a charitable cause calls, Tiki always answers. His 21 Club, which raises funds based on his performance on the field, supports the Children's Miracle Network and art education.

On this day in history

Explorers Robert E. Peary and Matthew A. Henson became the first men to reach the North Pole on April 6, 1909.

Enslow Sponsoring SLJ Nonfiction Webcast- Register Today!

Enslow Publishers is a proud sponsor of SLJ's Nonfiction Spring 2010 Book Buzz!

There’s a lot of competition to get and keep the attention of young
readers. When it comes to books, fiction is often thought to outshine
nonfiction, though we know that's not necessarily true. The key is to find nonfiction books that dazzle, amaze, and have kids saying, "Wow! I didn't know that. I want to know more!" In answering their homework questions or simply addressing curiosity on a subject, the one thing kids don't want is a long, boring, drawn-out explanation, whether it's from you or a nonfiction book. And you definitely to provide them with reliable information that will support their research needs. Enthusiasm, fast facts, and cool, interesting information – that’s what our publishers want to provide with the titles featured in the SLJ Nonfiction Spring 2010 Book Buzz!

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EVENT DATE: Tuesday April 13, 2010 – 3:00-4:00 PM ET Time – 60 minutes

Today is Colin Powell's birthday

Older readers will enjoy this biography about Colin Powell.

Younger readers will enjoy this one.

Birthday of Booker T. Washington

Booker T. Washington was born on this day in 1856.


Enslow has two biogaphies about Booker T. Washington. Middle school students might enjoy this title. Elementary students will have an easier time reading and understanding this title.

Birthday of Jane Goodall

Who on Earth is Jane Goodall? Champion for the Chimpanzees
Author: Victoria Guidi
State Affiliation of Author: NJ
ISBN-13: 978-1-59845-119-1

ISBN-10: 1-59845-119-7
Publication Year: 2009
Interest Level: Grades 5-up
Page Count: 112

Jane Goodall is considered the world's foremost authority on chimpanzees, having closely observed their behavior in the jungles of the Gombe Game Reserve in Africa since 1960. This biography explores the life and work of Jane Goodall whose research tranformed how chimpanzees as a species are understood.
Binding: Library
Subject(s): Biography, Science
Dewey #: 590.92
Trim Size: 6 1/2 x 9 1/4
Back Matter: -->
Illustrations: Illus. with color photographs and illustrations

April is School Library Month!

April is School Library Month! How will you celebrate? Click on the link to learn more about "SLM."

School Library Month (SLM) is the American Association of School Librarians' (AASL) celebration of school librarians and their programs. Every April school librarians are encouraged to create activities to help their school and local community celebrate the essential role that strong school library programs play in a student's educational career. The 2010 theme will be "Communities Thrive @ your library."

This year, AASL observes the 25th Anniversary of School Library Month (SLM). Read about the history of School Library Month and download SLM proclamation templates.

Check out http://www.enslow.com/ for some great books for your library. Enter our monthly raffle too!

Birthday of William Harvey

William Harvey Discoverer of How Blood Circulates, Revised Edition
Author: Lisa Yount
State Affiliation of Author: CA
ISBN-13:
978-0-7660-3010-7

ISBN-10: 0-7660-3010-5
Publication Year: 2008
Interest Level: Grades 5-up
Page Count: 128

What does the heart do? Why does it beat? What is a pulse? Up until the 17th century, most believed that blood sloshed around the body like ocean tides. Then the English physician William Harvey showed the world that the heart is actually a pump, and that blood circulates throughout the body. This marked one of the greatest advances in the study of medicine.

Jaime Escalante, "Stand and Deliver" teacher loses battle to cancer

After teaching math and science in Bolivia for ten years, Jaime Escalante arrived in California speaking little English. Through much hard work, he earned a degree in mathematics and made it back into the classroom. There, he inspired his inner-city students to pass the A.P. calculus exam. His efforts prompted Hollywood to make the movie Stand and Deliver about his life and dedication as an educator.

Escalante died Tuesday after a battle with cancer at age 79. He was surrounded by his wife, children and grandchildren when he died at his home in Roseville, California. To read more information please visit cnn.com.

Enslow has a great book on Escalante's life entitled, Jaime Escalante Inspirational Math Teacher

Birthday of Angus Young of AC/DC

AC/DC's lead guitarist celebrates a birthday today!