The enlistment of the Mormon Battalion to fight in the war with Mexico provided the funds, food and supplies to sustain the Saints in reaching the Valley of the Great Salt Lake. Their epic march to California still holds the record of the longest march ever made by U. S. Infantry. Follow the men and women of the Mormon Battalion. Peek into the lives of those who made this march. Feel of their trials and triumphs. Detailed maps follow their daily trek. Beautiful illustrations bring this event to life. The most comprehensive book of its kind. It's historical accuracy is only deserving for the...

On September 26, 1856, the first two handcart companies arrived in the Salt Lake Valley. They began their journey in Liverpool, England, arriving in America on the sailing ship "Enoch Train." These early pioneers had their faith to help carry them through their 1,300-mile journey, following paths set down by their predecessors.

What happens when a modern-day fable collides with the Florida wetlands? Readers enter the world of eco-fiction where the real world meets the fictional Og, the king of the frogs. (All Ages)

What happens whena moder-day fable collides with the Florida wetlands? FROGAZOOM! You enter the world of Eco-fiction where the real world meets the fictional Og, the king of the frogs. Follow the adventures of this noisy frog as he sings, eats and hops his way around the St. Johns River area. Learn about what kind of bugs and other creatures live near the bog and how they deal with this adventuresome frog. A 122 page chapter book for ages 9-12. Included at the end of the book are several pages of eco-facts where you can learn about Florida's critters and environment. Number 1 in the Just So...

Winner of two national and one regional awards For nearly 2000 years people have been creating art with only scissors and paper. Hans Christian Anderson used to use paper cutting to help tell his stories but the practice slipped away-till now. Grandma's Magic Scissors: Paper Cutting from A-Z by Linda S. Day puts stories and paper cutting back together again. The result is pure magic. This is the kind of crafting, how-to-book that teachers, crafters and parents are looking for. With this book at your fingertips you will find simple, easy instructions on how to fold the paper, copy the patterns...

Magic Scissors by the Seashore takes children on a journey under the sea where they will learn to cut out spectacular images including sea horses, pelicans, octopus, and divers while learning a little science, too.