Synopses & Reviews
Mummies are like time capsules guarding long-lost information. Adapted from the acclaimed chapter book, the three stories in this book convey strange stories and fantastic facts that beginning readers can use to solve mysteries from the past. Examine a 36,000-year-old bison from Alaska, the ruins of a deserted Anasazi city, and the grave of "the outlaw who wouldn't give up."
Review
Praise for the 1998 Holt edition:
“Children who come to it to shiver will stay to be informed.” —Parents Choice
Praise for Cactus Hotel:
Parents Choice Award
IRA-CBC Teachers Choice
An NSTA-CBC Outstanding Science Trade Book
An NCTE Notable Trade Book in the Language Arts
“A fascinating look at the life cycle of the giant saguaro cactus and its place in the desert ecosystem.” —Booklist
“Guiberson weaves an amazingly large range of facts into this simple story of a fragile ecosystem.” —Publishers Weekly
Praise for Moon Bear:
A 2011 Bank Street Best Childrens Book of the Year
* “A worthy effort highlighting a species in need.” —School Library Journal, starred review
“Filled with passionate conservation messages, this picture book both celebrates the endangered black moon bear in Southeast Asia and warns about the urgent threats against the species. . . . Youngs dramatic art lends itself to group sharing, and many kids will hear the authors final call.” —Booklist
Review
Praise for the chapter book edition:
“Children who come to it to shiver will stay to be informed.” —Parents Choice
Praise for Cactus Hotel:
Parents Choice Award
IRA-CBC Teachers Choice
An NSTA-CBC Outstanding Science Trade Book
An NCTE Notable Trade Book in the Language Arts
“A fascinating look at the life cycle of the giant saguaro cactus and its place in the desert ecosystem.” —Booklist
“Guiberson weaves an amazingly large range of facts into this simple story of a fragile ecosystem.” —Publishers Weekly
About the Author
BRENDA Z. GUIBERSON has written many highly acclaimed books for children, including Cactus Hotel, illustrated by Megan Lloyd, and Moon Bear, illustrated by Ed Young. She lives in Seattle, Washington.