Christopher Paul Curtis

Christopher Paul Curtis is known for writing Bud, Not Buddy and The Watsons Go to Birmingham–1963. In an interview with author Michelle Parker-Rock, Curtis tells how he went from auto worker to full-time author in Christopher Paul Curis: An Author Kids Love. He describes how he works and offers advice to young would-be authors. This books contains numerous quotes and family photographs.

Enslow Publishers

For grades 3-4

48 Pages

ISBN: 978-0-7660-3161-6

To learn more about this title, please visit http://www.enslow.com/displayitem.asp?type=1&item=2768

Fee-free National Parks Weekend!

A great way to start closing the summer--this weekend, August 15-16, enjoy entrances to many national parks free of charge!

http://www.examiner.com/x-6553-LA-Events-Examiner~y2009m8d14-Feefree-national-parks-this-weekend

Enslow offers an entire series, America's National Parks. From Cadillac Mountain at Acadia National Park to the spectacle of Old Faithful at Yellowstone, America's National Parks helps readers discover the beauty and history of our nation’s national parks. Each book takes readers on a tour of the park’s unique landmarks and features and includes a wealth of details about the history of the region, the designation of each park, its resident plants and wildlife, and activities visitors can do there.

To learn about Enslow's America's National Parks please visit http://www.enslow.com/catalog.asp?exact=true&SeriesID=255

The Rap Scene

The Rap Scene explores the music, singers, and fans of the genre that have had such a significant impact on the entertainment industry. Look at the concerts, the clubs, the dance styles, and the clothes that are such a big part of the music while learning about the rap stars and their hot music videos!

Enslow Publishers

ISBN: 978-0-7660-3397-9

48 pages

For grades 5-9

To learn more information about this title, please visit http://www.enslow.com/displayitem.asp?type=1&item=2785

Les Paul, Pioneer of Electric Guitar dies at age 94

Les Paul was a pioneer of the modern electric guitar and inventor of recording techniques that revolutionized the music industry. He died today of complications from pneumonia at White Plains Hospital in New York.

Without the electronic guitar invented by Les Paul, music would never have been the same. In this biography of Paul's life and career, Edwin Brit Wyckoff shares how the rambunctious boy from Waukesha, Wisconsin, was propelled to stardom by his unrivaled playing ability and technological prowess. Revered by generations of musicians and fans, Paul and his inventions have forever changed the way music is produced, recorded, and enjoyed.

To learn more about Les Paul and the contributions he's made to the music industry, visit http://www.enslow.com/displayitem.asp?type=1&item=2325 to see Enslow's title Electric Guitar Man: The Genius of Les Paul.

To read the full article on Les Paul's death, please visit http://www.bloomberg.com/apps/news?pid=20601088&sid=aD_WpRVvFQwk

Sensational Human Body Science Projects

Authors Ann Benbow and Colin Mably introduce young scientists to life science with some great experiments about the human body in Sensational Human Body Science Projects, part of the Real Life Science Experiments series. Young readers will use the scientific method to learn all about fingerprints, the senses, and more about the human body. Full-color illustrations and easy-to-read text make this book a delightful addition to any science project library.

Enslow Publishers

ISBN: 978-0-7660-3149-4

For grades 3-4

48 Pages

To find more information about this title, please visit http://www.enslow.com/displayitem.asp?type=1&item=2780

The Hip-Hop Scene

Hip-Hop is one of today's hottest types of music! The Hip-Hop Scene examines the music, singers, personalities, and fans of this musical genre. Read about today's biggest stars in the industry, the history of hip-hop music and how it became so popular. The book also looks at the dances, the concerts, the clubs, and the clothes that are such a big part of the music!

Enslow Publishers

ISBN: 987-0-7660-3396-2

For Grades 5-9

48 Pages

To see more information about this title, please visit http://www.enslow.com/displayitem.asp?type=1&item=2784

Fainting Goats and Other Weird Mammals

Part of the I Like Weird Animals series, Fainting Goats and Other Weird Mammals lets readers into the world of fascinating and strange mammals! Young readers will learn why some goats actually faint! Author Carmen Bredeson's full-color photographs of weird creatures are sure to delight!

Enslow Publishers

24 Pages

For grades K-3

ISBN: 978-0-7660-3122-7

For more information about this title, please visit http://www.enslow.com/displayitem.asp?type=1&item=2777

Enslow PRLog Press Release- The Obama Family Photo Album

“We took our time and found the best photos to complement the fun facts about President Obama and his family,” explains Mark Enslow, President. “Each book has unique text, and an abundance of stunning photos. Young readers are sure to enjoy seeing President Obama body surfing in Hawaii and riding bumper cars with daughter Sasha.”

To read the entire press release about The Obama Family Photo Album, please click http://www.prlog.org/10307186-enslow-publishers-inc-announces-publication-of-childrens-books-highlighting-the-obama-family.html

For more information about the series, please visit http://www.enslow.com/catalog.asp?exact=true&SeriesID=288

Who On Earth is Rachel Carson?

Rachel Carson was one of the most influential people of the 20th century environmental movement, even often called "the mother of the environmental movement." The author of the book Silent Spring, Carson exposed the environmental harm done by pesticides and helped lead to restrictions on their use. Who On Earth is Rachel Carson? is written by authors Marty Fletcher and Glenn Scherer.

Enslow Publishers

For grades 5 and up

112 Pages

To see more information about this book, please visit http://www.enslow.com/displayitem.asp?type=1&item=2782

Who on Earth is Dian Fossey?

Dian Fossey dedicated herself to the preservation of African mountain gorillas, a cause that would eventually claim her life. Author Jill Menkes Kushner has written this biography exploring the life and work of Dian Fossey, a pioneering mountain gorilla researcher.

Enslow Publishers

For grades 5 and up

112 Pages

To learn more about this title, please visit http://www.enslow.com/displayitem.asp?type=1&item=2781

Sandra Cisneros: Inspiring Latina Author

Discover in this biography by Karen Clemens Warrick, how Sandra Cisneros overcomes many hardships, including poverty and racism, to become a unique voice of Mexican-American literature. Her coming-of-age novella, The House on Mango Street, remains a favorite of young readers today, more than twenty years after its release. Cisneros now encourages other women and members of minority groups as both a writer and activist to achieve their full potential in life.

Enslow Publishers, For grades 6 and up, 128 Pages

For more information on this title, please visit http://www.enslow.com/displayitem.asp?type=1&item=2778

The Electronic Music Scene

Learn about the latest tracks playing in the clubs, to the merger of pop and electronic music by some leading artists in The Electronic Music Scene, part of The Music Scene series. This high-interest book for grades 5-9 focuses on the stars, the fans, the history, and the future of this amazing musical genre that ranges from techno to trance to house.

Enslow Publishers

Author: Jessica Cohn

ISBN: 978-0-7660-3398-6

48 Pages

To learn more about this title, please visit http://www.enslow.com/displayitem.asp?type=1&item=2754

SLJ's Diane Chen mentions The Obama Family Photo Album

Diane Chen's blog Practically Paradise has mentioned Celebrating the Obama Family in Pictures as part of "Nonfiction Monday."

To see the whole blog post, please visit http://www.schoollibraryjournal.com/blog/830000283/post/1300047330.html

To learn more about the The Obama Family Photo Album, please visit http://www.enslow.com/catalog.asp?exact=true&SeriesID=288

Amazing Cherokee Writer Sequoyah

Young readers from grades 1-3 will learn about who Sequoyah is. Inspired by the notes that he saw with U.S. soldiers, Sequoyah worked hard to create a written form of the Cherokee language. Readers will learn about his life and how he created the Cherokee alphabet in Amazing Cherokee Writer Sequoyah by Mary Dodson Wade.

Enslow Publishers

ISBN: 978-0-7660-3285-9

24 Pages

To learn more about this title, please visit

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Amazing President Theodore Roosevelt

Part of the series, Amazing Americans, Amazing President Theodore Roosevelt explores the life of the 26th President of the US. For grades 1-3, this book by author Mary Dodson Wade tells all about this Rough Rider, governor, rancher, vice-president, and president. Roosevelt also created some of the first national parks and the Panama Canal. He was definitely an 'Amazing American'!

Enslow Publishers

ISBN: 978-0-7660-3284-2

24 Pages

For more information about this title, please visit http://www.enslow.com/displayitem.asp?type=1&item=2761

Justin Timberlake: Breakout Music Superstar

Not everyone knows this, but Justin Timberlake actually got his start on StarSearch and was a Mouseketeer when he was young! Most people know him from the boy band N'Sync and his solo career. This biography, by author Tony Napoli, summarizes Timberlake's life from his childhood in the South to his days as a solo artist, and his plans for the future. This fun-to-read book for grades 3-4 offers quotes, personal stories, and accessible features such as a timeline and glossary.

Enslow Publishers

ISBN: 978-0-7660-35669

48 Pages

To learn more about this title, please visit http://www.enslow.com/displayitem.asp?type=1&item=2763

Led Zeppelin: Legendary Rock Band

Jimmy Page, Robert Plant, John Bonham, and John Paul Jones formed a band they called Led Zeppelin. They soon became one of the greatest rock and roll bands of all time with their rousing lyrics. Readers will learn all about each band mate, their struggles and successes, and where they are today. Led Zeppelin: Legendary Rock Band is written by author Michael A. Schuman for grades 5 and up.

Enslow Publishers

ISBN: 978-0-7660-3026-8

112 Pages

For more information about this title, please visit http://www.enslow.com/displayitem.asp?type=1&item=2711

Johnny Depp: Movie Megastar

In this biography by Jill Menkes Kushner, readers will learn about one of Hollywood's hottest actors, Johnny Depp. This biography, in Enslow's series Hot Celebrity Biographies for grades 3-4, informs the reader about Depp's life from his childhood, acting career, his close relationship with his mother and things he likes to do for fun. This easy-to-read book offers quotes, personal stories, and accessible features such as a timeline and glossary.

Enslow Publishers

ISBN: 978-0-7660-3565-7

48 Pages

To learn more about this title, please visit http://www.enslow.com/displayitem.asp?type=1&item=2762

Bomb-Factory Beetles and Other Weird Insects

Children are always fascinated by insects, especially the weird ones! In Bomb-Factory Beetles and Other Weird Insects, part of the I Like Weird Animals! series, children will learn about beetles that roll balls of poop, caterpillars that roll themselves into wheels, bombardier beetles that eject chemical sprays from their abdomen and more strange insects. Young readers will love this book that has awesome full-color photos of some of mother nature's strangest creatures!

For more information on this title, please visit http://www.enslow.com/displayitem.asp?type=1&item=2700

Enslow Publishers
ISBN-13: 978-0-7660-3123-4
Interest Level: Grades K-3
Page Count: 24

Leafy Sea Dragons and Other Weird Sea Creatures

In this easy reader by Carmen Bredeson, young students can explore the world of strange sea creatures. In Leafy Sea Dragons and Other Weird Sea Creatures, part of the I Like Weird Animals! series, elementary students will learn aboutl remora fish, who hang onto larger fish and get a free ride; the leafy sea dragon, a fish that looks like seaweed; and more weird sea creatures. This book has stunning full-color photographs and is a great addition to any library!

For more information on this title, please visit http://www.enslow.com/displayitem.asp?type=1&item=2701

Enslow Publishers

ISBN: 978-0-7660-3125-8

Interest Level: Grades K-3

Page Count: 24

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

For more information about this title, please visit http://www.enslow.com/displayitem.asp?type=1&item=2702

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

To find out more information about this title, please visit http://www.enslow.com/displayitem.asp?type=1&item=2753

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

For more information on this title, please visit http://www.enslow.com/displayitem.asp?type=1&item=2699

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.

For more information about Enslow, please visit http://www.enslow.com/htmlnasp.asp?file=homepagehtml.html

To go to the NJASL website, please click here http://njasl.org/photo_galleries/fall_conference08/pages/IMG_2312_JPG.html

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

Enslow Publishers

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

For more information on this title, please visit http://www.enslow.com/displayitem.asp?type=1&item=2749

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

For more information on this title, please visit

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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

For more about the I Like Weird Animals! series, please visit Enslow at http://www.enslow.com/catalog.asp?direction=Show%20All&exact=true&SeriesID

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

For more information about this title, please visit http://www.enslow.com/displayitem.asp?type=1&item=2746

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

For more information on this title, please click http://www.enslow.com/displayitem.asp?type=1&item=2747

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

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