Frank Carlson Library

A picture book masterpiece from Caldecott medal winner Allen Say now available in paperback!

Lyrical, breathtaking, splendid—words used to describe Allen Say's Grandfather's Journey when it was first published. At once deeply personal yet expressing universally held emotions, this tale of one man's love for two countries and his constant desire to be in both places captured readers' attention and hearts. Fifteen years later, it remains

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Text and photographs describe how polar bears live.

While sightseeing at the Alamo, the Boxcar children investigate the disappearance of a priceless ring from the Alamo museum.

The true story of the British explorer Percy Fawcett, who set out on a doomed expedition to find a lost city in the Amazon jungle.

Children's book author Claire A. Nivola explores the village of Orani, the tiny hamlet in the mountains of central Sardinia where her father lived before moving to New York during World War II.

Follows the activities of two children spending their summer vacation on an island off the coast of Maine. Describes the enchanting beauty of the island in rain, fog, sunshine, and hurricane.

Tells what it was like to be one of the early pioneers to travel to Oregon, traveling and living in a covered wagon.

A very breif introduction to the geography, various regions, natural resources, people, and wildlife of Europe.

Describes the country of France, including its history, geography, language, customs, and tourist attractions.