Muhammad Ali visits elementary school in his hometown of Louisville, KY

Muhammad Ali posed for pictures with students during an appearance to promote an initiative to grow vegetable gardens at schools around the world.

This garden is a protoype for a series of "Muhammad Ali Center Peace Gardens" which will aim to teach children about nutrition and respect for different cultures.

Interested in learning more about Muhammad Ali? Enslow has books for all grade levels: elementary, middle, and high school, as well as a title discussing the Supreme Court decision over Muhammad Ali's refusal to be drafted.

On Sept. 21, 1937

On this day in 1937, The Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkien was published.

Born John Ronald Reuel Tolkien, this author is best known for his original worlds and creatures, many of whom appear in The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings stories.

Through a thorough exploration of his life and work, Edward Willett brings to life the inner workings of the mind of this author who made fantasy writing what it is today. Photographs and Internet addresses are included.

Happy Birthday Stephen King

Stephen King, master of the macabre, knows that the scariest monsters may look just like ordinary people. Unleashing the evil in our everyday world has made King a best-selling author around the globe. Across years steeped in fears and poverty, King was driven to write, even as the piles of rejection letters grew. "It is the tale, not he who tells it," says Stephen King, but biographer Suzan Wilson's candid and entertaining portrait proves him wrong.

Derek Jeter for Yankees' Monument Park?

This week, the New York Yankees placed a plaque for late owner George Steinbrenner in Yankee Stadium's Monument Park. The site commemmorates great members of the Yankee organization, such as Babe Ruth, Joe DiMaggio, and Mickey Mantle. We wouldn't be surprised if a current Yankee player, shortstop Derek Jeter, receives this honor after his retirement.

Fortunately, we can see the Yankee infielder play this season on a daily basis. Watching Jeter reminds us that not only is Jeter a fine baseball player, but that his life story is an uplifting one. Young readers can learn about this athlete's background, character, and career in Enslow Publishers' Derek Jeter: Captain On and Off the Field. This high-interest, 128-page biography is available in paperback, and is included among the titles in the Enslow Classroom paperback portfolio. The book, also available in a library-bound edition, would make a welcome, timely addition to your classroom library collection!

Therapy Dog Heroes

Therapy Dog Heroes, written by Linda Bozzo, has been published.Would you like to pet my therapy dog? Tuxedo is a therapy dog that visits people who live in assisted-living centers. Petting and being around dogs makes some people feel better. Read about the history, training, what being on the job is like for a therapy dog, and what happens when the dog retires. Therapy dogs truly are heroes.


48 pages, full-color illustration, Enslow Publishers, Inc.
ISBN 13: 978-0-7660-3200-2
http://www.enslow.com/displayitem.asp?type=1&item=3121

Amazing Working Dogs with American Humane Series Each title in this series of elementary-level books looks at a different type of working dog. Covering the history of the work, the better breeds for that particular type of service, the dog’s training, what the dog does on the job, and what happens to the dogs when they retire.

Service Dog Heroes

Service Dog Heroes, written by Linda Bozzo, has been published.

"Sweater, get it!" Kazi is a service dog. He helps his owner around her house and while she is at work. Read about the history, training, what being on the job is like for a service dog, and what happens when the dog retires. Service dogs truly are heroes.

48 pages, full-color illustration, Enslow Publishers, Inc.
ISBN 13: 978-0-7660-3199-9

http://www.enslow.com/displayitem.asp?type=1&item=3120

Amazing Working Dogs with American Humane Series
Each title in this series of elementary-level books looks at a different type of working dog. Covering the history of the work, the better breeds for that particular type of service, the dog’s training, what the dog does on the job, and what happens to the dogs when they retire.

Search and Rescue Dog Heroes

Search and Rescue Dog Heroes, written by Linda Bozzo, has been published.

"We need Radar's help." Radar is a search and rescue dog that helped rescue a lost teen boy. Search and rescue dogs use their noses to find people. Read about the history, training, what being on the job is like for a search and rescue dog, and what happens when the dog retires. Search and rescue dogs truly are heroes.

48 pages, full-color illustration, Enslow Publishers, Inc. ISBN 13: 978-0-7660-3201-9

Amazing Working Dogs with American Humane Series Each title in this series of elementary-level books looks at a different type of working dog. Covering the history of the work, the better breeds for that particular type of service, the dog’s training, what the dog does on the job, and what happens to the dogs when they retire.

http://www.enslow.com/displayitem.asp?type=1&item=3119

Learning to Care for a Dog

Learning to Care for a Dog, by Felicia Lowenstein Niven has been published.

Do you want a dog? Lots of people like dogs. If you have decided that a dog is the right pet for you and your family, then this is the book for you. Learn about different types of dogs. Read about where to get a dog, what to have before you bring your new pet home, and more! American Humane helps you choose a pet dog.Other subjects in the Beginning Pet Care with American Humane series include birds, dogs, horses, small mammals, reptiles and fish!

48 pages, full color, Enslow Publishers, Inc.
ISBN-13: 978-0-7660-3190-6

http://www.enslow.com/displayitem.asp?type=1&item=3124

Police Dog Heroes

Police Dog Heroes, written by Linda Bozzo, has been published.

"Do you want to catch the bad guy?" Officer Shawn Meade asks his K-9 Lucky that question when they’re on duty. It takes a special dog to be a police dog. Read about the history, training, what being on the job is like for a K-9, and what happens when the dog retires. Police dogs truly are heroes.

48 pages, full-color illustration, Enslow Publishers, Inc.
ISBN 13: 978-0-7660-3197-5

http://www.enslow.com/displayitem.asp?type=1&item=3118

Amazing Working Dogs with American Humane Series Each title in this series of elementary-level books looks at a different type of working dog. Covering the history of the work, the better breeds for that particular type of service, the dog’s training, what the dog does on the job, and what happens to the dogs when they retire.

Guide Dog Heroes

Guide Dog Heroes, written by Linda Bozzo, has been published.
"With a guide dog, you never feel like you are alone." Panzy is a guide dog. She helps her blind owner get from place to place. Read about the history, training, what being on the job is like for a guide dog, and what happens when the dog retires. Guide dogs truly are heroes.

48 pages, full-color illustration, Enslow Publishers, Inc.
ISBN 13: 978-0-7660-3198-2

http://www.enslow.com/displayitem.asp?type=1&item=3117

Amazing Working Dogs with American Humane Series Each title in this series of elementary-level books looks at a different type of working dog. Covering the history of the work, the better breeds for that particular type of service, the dog’s training, what the dog does on the job, and what happens to the dogs when they retire.

Fire Dog Heroes

Fire Dog Heroes, written by Linda Bozzo, has been published.

"Go find!" That is the command given to Ashly. Ashly is a fire dog that works with the Dallas Fire Department. Fire dogs help investigators find the causes of some fires. Read about the history, training, what being on the job is like for a fire dog, and what happens when the dog retires. Fire dogs truly are heroes.

48 pages, full-color illustration, Enslow Publishers, Inc.
ISBN 13: 978-0-7660-3202-6

http://www.enslow.com/displayitem.asp?type=1&item=3116

Amazing Working Dogs with American Humane Series
Each title in this series of elementary-level books looks at a different type of working dog. Covering the history of the work, the better breeds for that particular type of service, the dog’s training, what the dog does on the job, and what happens to the dogs when they retire.

Unloved and Endangered Animals: What You Can Do

Unloved and Endangered Animals: What You Can Do, by Cindy Watson, has been published.

Among the animal species currently in danger are several that are not always understood and appreciated, such as bats, coral, sharks, and bees. Yet they play an important part in the balance of nature on our planet. Author Cynthia Watson explains what is special about these animals, how they are threatened, and what readers can do to help them live and thrive.

128 pages, full-color photographs, Enslow Publishers, Inc.
ISBN 13: 978-0-7660-3345-0
http://www.enslow.com/displayitem.asp?type=1&item=3103

Solving the Air Pollution Problem: What You Can Do

Solving the Air Pollution Problem: What You Can Do, written by Stephen Feinstein, has been published.

Air is our most important resource, yet it is in danger from pollution and global warming. Author Stephen Feinstein explains threats to air quality worldwide and explains what you can do to help preserve and protect this precious resource.

128 pages, full-color photographs, Enslow Publishers, Inc.
ISBN 13: 978-0-7660-3347-4

http://www.enslow.com/displayitem.asp?type=1&item=3146

Green and Clean Energy: What You Can Do

Green and Clean Energy: What You Can Do, written by Sherri Mabry Gordon, has been published.

Conventional energy sources such as oil and coal will not last forever, and they pose a threat to our earth through polluting and causing climate change. Author Sherri Mabry Gordon explores different types of energy, such as wind and solar, explaining how they work and what their advantages are. She also outlines ways kids can save energy and use it more wisely.

128 pages, full-color photographs, Enslow Publishers, Inc.
ISBN 13: 978-0-7660-3348-1

http://www.enslow.com/displayitem.asp?type=1&item=3145

Food for a Greener Planet: What You Can Do

Food for a Greener Planet: What You Can Do, written by Lisa A. Wroble, has been published.

Thinking "green" when it comes to food involves making eating choices that benefit the earth, other people, and our own health. Author Lisa A. Wroble explores the issue of sustainable food: using more natural methods to raise and produce food products and attacking the problem of world hunger as well.

128 pages, full-color illustrations, Enslow Publishers, Inc.
ISBN 13: 978-0-7660-3349-8

http://www.enslow.com/displayitem.asp?type=1&item=3144

Conserving and Protecting Water: What You Can Do

Conserving and Protecting Water: What You Can Do, written by Stephen Feinstein, has been published.

Some think Earth should be called the "water planet," because even from space we can see that it's covered with water. But our water is endangered by pollution and global warming, and people may run short of water for drinking, irrigation, and other needs. Find out what kids can do to help save and protect this precious resource.

128 pages, full-color photographs, Enslow Publishers, Inc.
ISBN 13: 978-0-7660-3346-7

http://www.enslow.com/displayitem.asp?type=1&item=3143

Far-Out Guide to Asteroids and Comets

Far-Out Guide to Asteroids and Comets, by Mary Kay Carson, has been published.

Have you ever seen a comet or a shooting star? You may think they look pretty, but these giant space rocks can cause major destruction. Scientists keep a close watch on comets and asteroids using high-powered telescopes and spacecraft. Get ready to learn lots of far-out facts about asteroids and comets!

48 pages, full-color illustration, Enslow Publishers, Inc.
ISBN 13: 978-0-7660-3188-3
http://www.enslow.com/displayitem.asp?type=1&item=3042

Far-Out Guide to Earth

Far-Out Guide to Earth, by Mary Kay Carson, has been published,

Earth is the only planet in our solar system that is suitable for life. It has liquid water, oxygen, and enough gravity to hold its own atmosphere. But did you know that Earth is always changing? Scientists have used spacecraft and satellites to learn more about our planet. They can better predict natural disasters like hurricanes, and monitor volcano eruptions and climate changes. Learn lots of far-out facts about our home planet.

48 pages, full-color illustration, Enslow Publishers, Inc.
ISBN 13: 978-0-7660-3182-1

http://www.enslow.com/displayitem.asp?type=1&item=3044

Far-Out Guide to Jupiter

Far-Out Guide to Jupiter, by Mary Kay Carson, has been published.

Jupiter is bigger than any other planet in our solar system. It has rings and centuries-old storms. It has more than sixty moons, too—some with underground oceans! Featuring a center spread with fast facts, this great addition to the Far Out Guide to the Solar System series will tell you everything you need to know about the biggest planet—including missions and the scientists who planned them, and the spacecraft they used to do so.

48 pages, full-color illustration, Enslow Publishers, Inc.
ISBN 13: 978-0-7660-3184-5

http://www.enslow.com/displayitem.asp?type=1&item=3046

Far-Out Guide to Mars

Far-Out Guide to Mars, by Mary Kay Carson, has been published.

Earth's neighbor Mars likely once had an environment that could have supported life. Now it has underground frozen water in many places. Spacecraft from Earth have visited Mars and taught us a lot about this dusty red planet. Featuring a center spread with fast facts, this book tells readers about the missions, the scientists who plan them, and more far-out facts about the fourth planet from the Sun.

48 pages, full-color illustration, Enslow Publishers, Inc.
ISBN 13: 978-0-7660-3183-8

http://www.enslow.com/displayitem.asp?type=1&item=3048