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Ancient Forests, Discovering Nature
• Margaret Anderson
• NATURAL HISTORY
• MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)
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A workbook on the ecology and folklore of the old-growth forests of the Pacific Northwest, this book features 16 activities geared for children ages 9-12.
(ALA67, $6.95)
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How We Crossed the West
• Rosalyn Schanzer
• EXPLORATION
• MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)
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The adventures of Lewis and Clark are recast for ages 6-10 in this National Geographic picture book depicting the explorers and the people, wildlife and landscapes they encountered.
(PNW40, $18.00)
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I Heard the Owl Call My Name
• Margaret Craven
• LITERATURE
• YOUNG ADULTS
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In this brief novel, a young vicar comes to live with the Kwakiutl Indians of the town of Kingcome in the Pacific Northwest. Written for teens but worthwhile for adults.
(PNW90, $6.99)
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The Incredible Journey of Lewis and Clark
• Rhoda Blumberg
• HISTORY
• MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)
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An award-winning, illustrated version of the Lewis and Clark story, written for middle school students.
(PNW91, $12.99)
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Orca's Song
• Anne Cameron
• Nelle Olsen
• LITERATURE
• YOUNG READERS (Age 4-8)
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A retelling of a traditional Indian myth, gracefully explaining the origins of the killer whale's song. Illustrated with black-and-white drawings that evoke Haida art. For children 5-9.
(PNW111, $7.95)
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Raven: A Trickster Tale from the Pacific Northwest
• Gerald McDermott
• LITERATURE
• YOUNG READERS (Age 4-8)
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Told in simple language, this beautifully illustrated traditional tale of the raven -- a familiar symbol on totem poles -- is geared for children ages 4-8. A Caldecott Honor Book.
(ALA62, $16.00)
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Thunder Rolling in the Mountains
• Scott O'Dell
• LITERATURE
• MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)
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A novel for middle schoolers about the expulsion of the Nez Perce from their homeland, drawn mostly from primary sources.
(PNW103, $6.50)
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Touching Spirit Bear
• Ben Mikaelsen
• LITERATURE
• YOUNG ADULTS
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A young adult's novel about a tough teen banished to a remote island in the Pacific Northwest. Ages 12 and up.
(PNW127, $5.99)
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Volcano, The Eruption and Healing of Mount St. Helens
• Patricia Lauber
• NATURAL HISTORY
• MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)
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Geared for middle schoolers, this Newbery Award-winning book documents the 1980 eruption, its aftermath and the return of life to the volcano with 80 full-color photos and text.
(PNW41, $8.99)
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