Big Cats  •  Seymour Simon NATURAL HISTORY •  1994 •  PAPER  • 40 PAGES • YOUNG READERS (Age 4-8) A full-color introduction to the life of big cats around the world, including the tiger, lion, leopard, puma, cheetah, jaguar, and snow leopard. A brief text accompanies the photos, which concentrate on how the animals behave in the wild. Intended for children ages 4-8. (BST46, $6.99)
Buddha  •  Demi RELIGION •  1996 •  HARD COVER  • 48 PAGES • MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12) Beautiful, intricately detailed, full-color illustrations make this life of the Buddha an excellent choice for children. Demi tells the story of the sheltered upbringing of Indian prince Siddhartha, his first encounter with death and human suffering, and his subsequent search for enlightenment. Intended for children age 7-10. (ASA17, $21.95)
Buddha Stories  •  Demi RELIGION •  1997 •  HARD COVER  • 32 PAGES • YOUNG READERS (Age 4-8) Intended for ages 4 to 8, this book tells 10 of the author's favorite "jakatas," or moral tales of the Buddha. She has sumptuously illustrated the volume in gold printed on deep, dark blue (in the tradition of an ancient Buddhist text). Gorgeous (at least in very good light!), and a compelling introduction to Buddhism for children. (ASA16, $20.00)
The Dalai Lama  •  Demi BIOGRAPHY/MEMOIR •  1998 •  HARD COVER  • 32 PAGES • YOUNG READERS (Age 4-8) The consistently wonderful Buddhist author/illustrator Demi tells the story of the 14th Dalai Lama's life, from his humble origins to his life in exile. Demi's full-color paintings are breathtaking -- and, in their motifs and coloration, true to traditional Tibetan art. Ages 6-8. (TBT62, $19.95)
Elephant (Eyewitness Books)  •  Ian Redmond  •  Dave King NATURAL HISTORY •  2000 •  HARD COVER  • 63 PAGES • MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12) A vivid introduction to the elephant, in the colorful Eyewitness visual style. With plenty of background on the natural history of the elephant, including description of its behavior and social habits. Geared for children ages 9-12. (BST44, $15.99)
Everest: The Climb  •  Gordon Korman LITERATURE •  2002 •  PAPER  • 160 PAGES • MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12) Korman's trilogy about four kids racing to be the first kid to the top of Everest. In this second book, the kids test their mettle on the trek from base Camp, where they must face harsh conditions, disaster -- and each other. Thrills! Competition! Suspense! Geared for ages 9-12. (NPL51, $4.99)
Everest: The Contest  •  Gordon Korman LITERATURE •  2002 •  PAPER  • 96 PAGES • MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12) Korman's trilogy about four kids racing to be the first kid to the top of Everest. In this first book the kids go to mountaineering training camp and vye to make the team that will actually go to Everest. Thrills! Competition! Fun! Geared for ages 9-12. (NPL50, $4.99)
Everest: The Summit  •  Gordon Korman LITERATURE •  2001 •  PAPER  • 112 PAGES • MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12) Korman's trilogy about four kids racing to be the first kid to the top of Everest. In this last book, the kids attempt the summit, where they must face not only the thin air and the impending storm -- but each other. Thrills! Competition! Suspense! Geared for ages 9-12. (NPL52, $4.99)
Eyewitness: Everest  •  Rebecca Stephens REFERENCE •  2001 •  HARD COVER  • 64 PAGES • MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12) A spectacularly visual presentation of the Himalayas -- their history, peoples and ecology -- for children ages 9 to 12. In spite of its title, the book is less a portrait of Everest than it is a portrait of the region, so children who are planning an ascent of the world's tallest peak may be disappointed. (HML47, $15.99)
From the Mango Tree and Other Folk Tales from Nepal  •  Kavita Ram Shrestha  •  Sarah Lamstein LITERATURE •  1997 •  HARD COVER  • 110 PAGES • FAMILY A collection of 15 folk stories from Nepal, illustrated and with an introductory section on Nepalese history and culture. It's a good read-aloud bedtime book for a family trip to Nepal. (NPL44, $40.00)
Kami and the Yaks  •  Andrea Stenn Stryer  •  Bert Dodson LITERATURE •  2007 •  PAPER  • 48 PAGES • YOUNG READERS (Age 4-8) Set in the spectacular scenery of the Himalayas, this is a moving story of courage and love. Kami is a young, deaf Sherpa boy whose family is distressed because their yaks are missing. Though his family does not think he can be of any help, spunky Kami sets off to find the animals, using his heightened sense of observation. (HML80, $9.95)
Tintin in Tibet  •  Herge LITERATURE •  1988 •  PAPER  • 66 PAGES • MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12) One of Herge's masterworks, this old-fashioned adventure is the story of Tintin, Snowy and Captain Haddock on their journey to Kathmandu. It's a delightfully loony tale of unexpected encounters with the Abominable Snowman, yaks, saffron-robed monks and other cultural effluvia. (TBT14, $10.99)
What Makes the Grand Canyon Grand? The World's Most Awe-Inspiring Natural Wonders  •  Spencer Christian  •  Antonia Felix NATURAL HISTORY •  1998 •  PAPER  • 116 PAGES • MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12) An entertaining grand tour of seven natural wonders of the world, for young scientists ages 9-12. Popular weather forecaster Spencer Christian explains the scientific principles behind the famous Grand Canyon, Mount Everest, Victoria Falls, Carlsbad Caverns, Giant Redwoods, Paricutin Volcano and the Nile River. With maps, illustrations and hands-on activities. Parents, get ready to be peppered with fascinating facts. (SWU05, $12.95)