Whiskers, Tails & Wings
Whiskers, Tails & Wings

Author: Judy Goldman

Publisher: Charlesbridge Publishing

Published: 2019-09-10

Total Pages: 68

ISBN-13: 1580893732

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Judy Goldman retells animal folktales from five indigenous groups in Mexico--the Tarahumara, Seri, Huichol, Triqui, and Tseltal. Each story is followed by information about the featured culture, enriching readers' understanding of the diverse peoples who make up Mexico. Fabricio VandenBroeck's lush art portrays the richness of the many peoples, animals, and places that make up Mexico. Includes a map of Mexico, showing the location of each indigenous group. Back matter includes a glossary and tale sources, as well as an index and a bibliography. Awards and Honors for Whiskers, Tails & Wings: Animal Folktales from Mexico: • 2013 Aesop Accolades • 2013 New York Public Library Children's Books 100 Titles for Reading and Sharing • 2014 Storytelling World Award (Honor Book, Storytelling Collections category) • 2015 International Latino Book Award (Best Youth Latino Focused Chapter Book) 2nd Place

Gray Whiskers
Gray Whiskers

Author: Lisa Wiehebrink

Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform

Published: 2017-04-22

Total Pages: 24

ISBN-13: 9781544255095

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What happens when Jack notices that his beloved dog Cooper is growing older and can't do the things he used to do when he was younger? He realizes that the changes he sees in Cooper are very similar to those he sees in his aging grandparents. As Jack learns to accept these changes he also finds ways to adapt to them making Cooper (and grandma and grandpa) feel special...gray whiskers and all! Gray Whiskers is a kid's guide for loved ones growing old. It teaches young children to unconditionally love their pets and family for all their days through valuable life lessons about kindness, compassion, and respect. Gray Whiskers reminds reader that love never gets old.

May's Wild Walk
May's Wild Walk

Author: MissPaty

Publisher: Graphic Universe& 8482

Published: 2017

Total Pages: 48

ISBN-13: 1512425273

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Ignored by her sisters while they plan a party, baby May crawls into the letter carrier's bag and is transported into the woods, where she meets animals who are ready to play.

Desk Encyclopedia Animal and Bacterial Virology
Desk Encyclopedia Animal and Bacterial Virology

Author: Brian W.J. Mahy

Publisher: Academic Press

Published: 2010-04-06

Total Pages: 636

ISBN-13: 0123751454

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This volume contains 81 chapters that relate to veterinary and bacterial virology. The first section describes general features of farm and other animals of agricultural importance. The following three sections detail other animal viruses, avian viruses, and viruses affecting aquatic species such as fish and crustaceans. The Section five deals with viruses which infect bacteria. The most comprehensive single-volume source providing an overview of virology issues related to animal and bateria Bridges the gap between basic undergraduate texts and specialized reviews Concise and general overviews of important topics within the field will help in preparation of lectures, writing reports, or drafting grant applications