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A child rescues a young crow that has fallen out of his nest during a storm, then tries to prove to Sis that Crowbar is a very smart bird.

An engaging mystery unfolds in a narrative that emphasizes the importance of environmental protection. With Jean Craighead George's award-winning writing style, the story captivates both children and educators, making it an ideal eco mystery for young readers. The book combines an intriguing plot with a timely message, encouraging readers to think critically about nature and conservation.

Can frightful survive alone? Sam Gribley has been told that it is illegal to harbor an endangered bird, so when his beloved falcon, Frightful, comes home, he has to let her go. But Frightful doesn’t know how to live alone in the wild. She can’t feed herself, mate, brood chicks, or migrate. Frightful struggles to survive and learns to enjoy her new freedom. But she feels a bond with Sam that can never be broken, and more than anything else, she wants to return to him. The sequel to My Side of the Mountain and On the Far Side of the Mountain from Newbery Medal-winning author Jean Craighead George. “Fans of My Side of the Mountain will be glad to revisit Sam Gribley in this sequel.” — The Horn Book “ Frightful’s Mountain is a novel that will change the way you look at the world.” — The New York Times Book Review "Frightful's story is filled with excitement and adventure." — School Library Journal

In 1959, Jean Craighead George's My Side of the Mountain, a coming-of-age tale about a boy and his falcon, won a Newbery Honor and has captivated readers for decades. The subsequent books, On the Far Side of the Mountain and Frightful's Mountain, are now collected in a deluxe volume for both longtime fans and newcomers.

The story revolves around Spinner, a New York City girl with a passion for dance, who unexpectedly catches a rare cutthroat trout believed to be extinct. This surprising catch sparks a mystery that she and her cousin are determined to unravel, exploring how this remarkable fish managed to survive in the river. The narrative blends elements of adventure and intrigue as they delve into the secrets of the river and the challenges posed by their skeptical boy cousins.

Nach Julies Rückkehr zu den Menschen ist ihr Ziehbruder Kapu zum stolzen Leitwolf des Rudels herangewachsen. Doch der Überlebenskampf in der Arktis stellt ihn und seine Schutzbefohlenen täglich vor neue Herausforderungen. Anhaltende Revierkämpfe bedrohen das Rudel und dann schleppt eine Wölfin die Tollwut ein. Wird es Julie und ihrem Freund Peter gelingen, die Tiere noch rechtzeitig zu impfen?

The narrative follows three wolf pups from their first moments of life through their development into skilled hunters. Through lyrical diary entries, the story captures their playful antics, learning to howl, and the bond of their pack. It also highlights the environmental changes affecting their habitat in the lower 48 states. Enhanced by Lucia Washburn's stunning illustrations, the book offers an intimate look at the growth of these majestic animals, celebrating the beauty and challenges of nature.

A baby boy is given an Inupiat name to go with his English one and grows up learning the traditional ways of the Eskimo people living in the Arctic.

A collection of autobiographical stories about raising a houseful of children and wild pets including crows, skunks, and raccoons.

Set against the backdrop of the Prairie Wildlife Refuge, the story follows Henry Rush, who is fixated on capturing the perfect photograph of a prairie dog. As he waits, he remains oblivious to the ominous signs around him, including a brewing tornado. The narrative builds tension as the impending storm threatens to disrupt his peaceful day and devastate the wildlife he admires, exploring themes of nature's unpredictability and the consequences of inattention.