Jacqueline Laks Gorman

When we need a good book to read, we can go to the place where thousands of books are free and waiting to be opened: the library. Managing all of the resources are the unsung heroes of the Library Science world, who is the Librarian. Readers will be delighted and intrigued to learn that the librarian's role goes well beyond managing the bookshelves.

Many of us use buses for our standard mode of transportation. While subways, trains, and cars are convenient, buses provide us with an elevated view of our cities and streets. Bus drivers contend with traffic, staying on schedule, and challenges in helping passengers with special needs. Readers will take a journey into the activities of this important community helper who gets us where we need to go.

Simple text and photographs depict the activities of a firefighter.

"The third edition of this popular series is updated with a variety of features that will help students learn about the state of Idaho. This comprehensive book outlines the geography, history, people, government, and economy of the state. Lists of key people, events, cities, plants and animals, and political figures, plus fact boxes and quotes, provide easily accessible information that is supplemented by activities such as crafts, recipes, and a...

An introduction to the creature known as the Loch Ness monster, describing efforts to identify and document this phenomenon.

Provides an introduction to the accounts of mysterious happenings in an area of the Atlantic Ocean known as the Bermuda Triangle.

Photographs and simple text in English and Spanish depict the activities of a firefighter.

Photographs and simple text in English and Spanish describe the work done by librarians.

"Surveys the history, geography, government, economy, and people of Hawaii"--Provided by publisher.