Las Animas - Bent County Library District

Humphrey the hamster and the students in Mrs. Brisbane's class get ready for the holidays and a special Winter Wonderland program. Includes Humphrey's tips for giving gifts after the story.

Provides examples of good writing that students can use as a model in a variety of academic disciplines.

Wolff presents an engaging, provocative history of American ideas, told through the educations (both in and out of school) of 12 great figures, from Benjamin Franklin to Elvis Presley.

This book is an introduction to Afghanistan, including information on the country's geography, history, religion, government, and culture.

Cautions children about the wisdom of heeding adults' instructions, and discusses the possible consequences of disobedience, which might include unhappiness or injury.

Provides women with tips on buying consumer products and saving money, covering such items as clothing, cars, entertainment, travel, and insurance, while still maintaining a sense of style and fashion.

Starting with a mixture of iron filings and sulphur, Uncle Paul awakens in his young nephews an eagerness to learn more about the properties of the elements. Through a series of carefully-devised experiments and conversations about the experiments, he leads the boys to an understanding of some of the basic principles of chemistry. Excellent as a follow-on to "The Story Book of Science" and "The Secret of Everyday Things" by the same author. Suitable...

"Every child belongs. Every child is unique. Every child has strengths. Every child has the potential to fly. Inclusion benefits all children! Inclusion-perhaps you believe it is complicated, time-consuming, and expensive. Not true! Jani Kozlowski, experienced trainer and technical-assistance provider on inclusion and disability services, dispels the myths and shows that implementing high-quality inclusive practices in your program is easier than...

Learning how to talk so your doctor will listen.