Books with author J Mattern

In northwest Montana's Glacier National Park, huge, icy glaciers stream the sides of towering mountain peaks. Below, beautiful green forests grow along the shores of sparkling blue lakes.A True Book: National Parks series allows readers to experience spectacular vistas and natural landscapes, as well as interact with the rich tapestry of American History. This series includes an age appropriate (grades 3-5) introduction to curriculum-relevant subjects and a robust resource section that encourages independent study.Readers will get a detailed view of the park as they explore its beautiful natural landscapes and examine its diverse population of plants and animals. They will also learn about the parks history, what environmental threats it faces today, and more.

In the fourth volume of Full Moon Series a truce is secured between the Hybrid Cavedwelling Vampires and the V-Net tribe, and the exodus West for both the vampires and human Freedom Fighters begins. Their destination is the Marble City, home to the renowned Dante Febere, who is not only an ancient vampire but also a powerful Mage. Fond of the holidays, he gives both the humans and the vampires a Yuletide to remember.Treachery leads to the abduction of Charley Rabbit, and a nine month pregnant Mitzi will confront Lord Earl Adrastos in one final Deathmatch that will permanently affect the fates of all the Full Moon Series vampires.

Young readers will love exploring the canal and visiting the historic sites that can be found in Cuyahoga Valley National Park.Follow Ranger Rick as he gives the youngest reader (Ages 6-7) a fun and fascinating tour of some of the most spectacular places in the United States. Stunning photos, fun and informative text, and a helpful field guide introduce the wonder of America's national parks to the youngest readers. Young readers will love exploring the canal and visiting the historic sites that can be found in Cuyahoga Valley National Park. They'll also enjoy discovering the park's plants, animals, and other landforms.

A first lady is a role model for the women of her time. For generations, women have faced the demands of this position with courage and strength. The First Ladies series follows each woman's life from childhood to the White House and beyond. Colorful photographs and easy-to-read text guide readers through each first lady's challenges and triumphs. Sidebars and a timeline give historical context to the stories of these incredible women.This book introduces young readers to the life of Dolley Madison, beginning with her childhood as a Quaker and her life in early Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Readers will become familiar with her bravery as they learn about the horrible yellow fever outbreak of 1793 and her heroic rescue of George Washington’s portrait during the War of 1812. Details of her marriage to James Madison, her time as First Lady, and her legacy as Washington, D.C.’s most famous hostess are also discussed. Informative sidebars and full-color photos accompany easy-to-read, engaging text. Includes timeline, fun facts, index, and glossary.

Meet Helen Keller, an inspiration to people around the world!Fact-filled Rookie Read-About Biographies introduce the youngest readers to influential women and men, both past and present. Colorful photos and age appropriate text encourage children to read on their own-as they learn about people like Serena Williams, Neil Armstrong, Rosa Parks, Anne Frank and many more. When she was just a baby, Helen Keller contracted an illness that left her deaf and blind. With the help of her teacher, Anne Sullivan, Keller went on to become an author, an international spokesperson for people with disabilities, and

Young readers will love exploring the massive volcano that soars above Mount Rainier National Park.Follow Ranger Rick as he gives the youngest reader (Ages 6-7) a fun and fascinating tour of some of the most spectacular places in the United States. Stunning photos, fun and informative text, and a helpful field guide introduce the wonder of America's national parks to the youngest readers. Young readers will love exploring the massive volcano that soars above Mount Rainier National Park. They'll also enjoy discovering the park's plants, animals, and other landforms.

“Life is flitting from nightmare to nightmare on torn wings, convincing ourselves that our existence has meaning and worth.”Argent Animavorous, Full Moon Series Book Five, ’ROUE OF THE DRAGON’.In the fifth installment of Full Moon Series , the transition to the Step Realm takes a toll as some members of the Remnant do not survive. Mitzi and Cass are about to discover that their youngest son Liam is the possessor of powers they couldn’t envision. An old enemy returns to join forces with Argent, Lord of Castle Fauquier, and bargains are struck with the Rulers of Darkness at a terrible cost.Twists of Fate, miracles, prodigal returns and unexpected love fill the pages of the latest installment of Full Moon Series.

This magnificent arch rises on the banks of the Mississippi River in St. Louis, Missouri. The nation's tallest monument is the centerpiece of the Jefferson National Expansion Memorial, honoring Thomas Jefferson's vision of westward expansion. This magnificent arch rises on the banks of the Mississippi River in St. Louis, Missouri. The nation's tallest monument is the centerpiece of the Jefferson National Expansion Memorial, honoring Thomas Jefferson's vision of westward expansion. Despite its controversial beginning, this amazing structure is now a national treasure and symbol of the nation's reach from the Atlantic to the Pacific.