Books with author Hazel Mitchell

A heartwarming story about the growing bond between a child and a new pet—inspired by the author’s experience with a rescue dog of the same name.When a young boy and his father move from one house to another, they decide to adopt a dog from the local rescue shelter. But their chosen dog, Toby, is having a tough time adjusting to his new life outside the shelter—howling all night, hiding fearfully from his new humans, forgetting where to go to the bathroom, and chasing a ball through the flower bed. The boy has promised to train his new companion, and he’s trying his best, but Dad is starting to get exasperated. Will Toby ever feel comfortable with his new family and settle into his forever home, or will Dad decide he’s not the right dog for them after all?

Recycle! Reuse! Make Art!Kenya’s class is on spring vacation and their teacher asked them to write a report about how they spent their time. But vacation is almost over and Kenya hasn't done anything worth noting. A late visit to a museum's recycling exhibit and a walk through her neighborhood with her daddy inspire Kenya to use her old, broken toys and other items to make art with her family. Now she's prepared to teach her whole class how to Recycle! Reuse! Make Art!This warm and engaging companion to Kenya's Song depicts the enthusiasm and creativity of one young girl in a diverse community who engages wholeheartedly with her friends, her environment, and herself.

The Vietnam War examines the conflict from its origins through to 1975 and North Vietnam’s victory. This new revised edition is completely up-to-date with current academic debates and includes new source material. Mitchell Hall explores all the key elements of the conflict, including:· US motivations for entering the war and the military strategies employed· The role of the media· The rise of domestic opposition· The war’s impact in the US and Vietnam. Mitchell Hall provides numerous insights into the political decisions of the Vietnamese communists, and Vietnam’s relations with other major powers, particularly China and the Soviet Union. The main text is supported by a comprehensive documents section, and a range of study tools, including a Chronology of events, Who's Who, a Glossary of terms and a Further Reading section. Concise yet thorough, the book provides students with an accessible and stimulating introduction to the war.Mitchell K. Hall is Professor of History at Central Michigan University. He is the author of Because of Their Faith (1990) and Crossroads: American Popular Culture and the Vietnam Generation (2005).

Sabu & Me (for children ages 2-5) is the story of Maura and her dog Sabu and the wonderful times they spent together during Maura's early life. Written by Maura (age 7) herself, the book is a re-telling of her earliest memories with her best friend. Since Sabu was a rescue dog Maura thought it was a good idea to donate profits from her book to PAWS Chicago. Maura's words are complemented by the wonderful illustrations of Hazel Mitchell. Through a rainbow of colors, her illustrations bring the story of Sabu & Me to life. Mitchell works from her studio in Maine, and has illustrated many children's books as well as commercial illustrations and painting.

Recycle! Reuse! Make Art!Kenya’s class is on spring vacation and their teacher asked them to write a report about how they spent their time. But vacation is almost over and Kenya hasn't done anything worth noting. A late visit to a museum's recycling exhibit and a walk through her neighborhood with her daddy inspire Kenya to use her old, broken toys and other items to make art with her family. Now she's prepared to teach her whole class how to Recycle! Reuse! Make Art!This warm and engaging companion to Kenya's Song depicts the enthusiasm and creativity of one young girl in a diverse community who engages wholeheartedly with her friends, her environment, and herself.

3 Stories, 3 surprise endings. "Secret Admirer"...who wouldn't want a secret admirer? The mystery is just who it is. "Murder, Inc." - it is the future and murder is now an industry with its own telemarketers. "Waiting" - who likes spending time in a waiting room? Strange ideas develop there sometimes. Bonus - Preview chapter of "The Customer Is Always Right - Right?"

This book is about a magical journey which starts when Megan and Kevin meet the sly Mr. Cog - a combination cat and dog - who takes them behind the moon. There they discover the wicked Money People who want Megan to stop the moon from turning. Who are these Money People and how did they get behind the moon? Who is Mr. Cog and his other animal friends? Those answers and much more unfold in an enchanting story which reveals universal themes about money, greed, spirituality, animals and treating others as you would have them treat you.From a reader: "I wanted to shoot you a quick email to let you know that my 6 year son's favorite book is The Magic Moon. It has been since the first time I read it to him at age 4 - all in one sitting. He constantly asks me to read it." - Brock