Books with author Jim Ollhoff

Who is Kokyanwuuti? What is a shaman? Why are myths so important in our lives? Myths are a rich source of history. People use them to make sense of our world. Even before myths were written down, people told and retold the stories of the gods and goddesses of their homeland. Readers of American Indian Mythology will learn the history of myths, as well as their deeper meaning. From the Southeast tribes stories of how people got fire to the plains tribes stories of the Buffalo Woman, this book helps kids understand the myths that shape and direct people's lives. Abdo & Daughters is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

Who is Chuku? What is Unkulunkulu? Why are myths so important in our lives? Myths are a rich source of history. People use them to make sense of our world. Even before myths were written down, people told and retold the stories of the gods and goddesses of their homeland. Readers of African Mythology will learn the history of myths, as well as their deeper meaning. From Cagn of the San people of the Kalahari Desert to Mboom of the Kuba people of central Africa, this book helps kids understand the myths that shape and direct people's lives. Abdo & Daughters is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

Interest in family history is at its highest. Young people want to know where they came from, as well as the people who built their family and their country. Your Family Tree provides easy-to-understand methods for learning about genealogy. Each unique book helps young people organize their own family records. History comes alive as kids learn what brought their ancestors to North America. Readers explore their own and other people's pasts, creating an understanding of the opportunities and challenges that built this nation. Interest in family history is at its highest. Young people want to know where they came from, as well as the people who built their family and their country. Genetic Genealogy is an exciting new field that can help in tracing lineage and finding a haplogroup to see where a person's ancestors traveled. DNA: Window to the Past explains all about genetic genealogy, what is DNA, why it is important, and how it can be useful in learning more about a person's heritage. Readers explore their own and other people's pasts, creating an understanding of the opportunities and challenges that built this nation.

Interest in family history is at its highest. Young people want to know where they came from, as well as the people who built their family and their country. Your Family Tree provides easy-to-understand methods for learning about genealogy. Each unique book helps young people organize their own family records. History comes alive as kids learn what brought their ancestors to North America. Readers explore their own and other people's pasts, creating an understanding of the opportunities and challenges that built this nation. Interest in family history is at its highest. Young people want to know where they came from, as well as the people who built their family and their country. When researching their genealogy, readers will gather a wealth of information. Using Your Research discusses techniques on how to decode that information and put it into context. This title also offers help on how to form a family tree if a person is adopted or what to do if a person discovers an ancestor's dark past while doing research. Imagine you find out your great-grandfather was a horse thief and spent some time in jail! Readers explore their own and other people's pasts, creating an understanding of the opportunities and challenges that built this nation.

African American History traces the timeline of this proud culture from its origins and the American Civil War, to the Civil Rights movement, to the struggle for equality that continues today. The Civil Rights Movement discusses important events during the fight for human and civil rights. Short biographies of civil rights leaders, authors, artists, and other powerful African Americans are also included. Graphically gripping, this series draws in young readers with dramatic images, while providing a clear understanding of African Americans' past. Abdo & Daughters is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

Who is Hachiman? What is the Seven Gods of Fortune? Why are myths so important in our lives? Myths are a rich source of history. People use them to make sense of our world. Even before myths were written down, people told and retold the stories of the gods and goddesses of their homeland. Readers of Japanese Mythology will learn the history of myths, as well as their deeper meaning. From the ruler of the heavens Amaterasu to Ryujin, the dragon-king of the sea, this book helps kids understand the myths that shape and direct people's lives. Abdo & Daughters is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

Who is Itzamna? What is Xolotl? Why are myths so important in our lives? Myths are a rich source of history. People use them to make sense of our world. Even before myths were written down, people told and retold the stories of the gods and goddesses of their homeland. Readers of Mayan and Aztec Mythology will learn the history of myths, as well as their deeper meaning. From the Aztec feathered serpent god Quetzalcoatl to the Mayan rain god Chac, this book helps kids understand the myths that shape and direct people's lives. Abdo & Daughters is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

This ten-book series explores the martial arts, weaving together history, culture, geography, and politics to give readers a balanced perspective of the world's fighting systems. Author Jim Ollhoff, Ph.D., holds a second-degree black belt in Okinawan Shorin-Ryu Karate, as well as intermediate belts in Korean Tae Kwon Do and Chinese Kung Fu. Series editor John Hamilton is a second degree black belt in Tae Kwon Do, with additional experience in Kung Fu and self-defense.This volume of the series explores the world of ninjas, weaving together history, culture, geography and politics.

Every day, people are faced with critical, life-threatening situations - in times of trouble, who can help? In this title, readers will get to know the SWAT team members who arrive on the scene when special weapons and tactics are needed. Chapters highlight the history of SWAT as well as the training, tools, and knowledge these specialists need to save lives and property during bomb threats, hostage situations, or when apprehending dangerous criminals. An interview with a real-life SWAT officer provides insight into what makes the worst days bring out their best. From security and defense to negotiation, the stories of these Emergency Workers will keep young readers on the edge of their seats. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo & Daughters is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

Interest in family history is at its highest. Young people want to know where they came from, as well as the people who built their family and their country. Your Family Tree provides easy-to-understand methods for learning about genealogy. Each unique book helps young people organize their own family records. History comes alive as kids learn what brought their ancestors to North America. Readers explore their own and other people's pasts, creating an understanding of the opportunities and challenges that built this nation. Interest in family history is at its highest. Young people want to know where they came from, as well as the people who built their family and their country. Beginning Genealogy provides readers the basics of genealogy to get them started on their way to building their very own family tree. What can you learn from your last name? How does a family tree work and what can a person learn from it? Why would a person want to learn about his or her heritage? These are all questions that a budding genealogist asks and Beginning Genealogy provides the answers. Readers explore their own and other people's pasts, creating an understanding of the opportunities and challenges that built this nation.

Who is the volcano goddess? What makes "Maui the trickster" so tricky? Why are myths so important in our lives? Myths are a rich source of history. People use them to make sense of our world. Even before myths were written down, people told and retold the stories of the gods and goddesses of their homeland. Readers of South Pacific Mythology will learn the history of myths, as well as their deeper meaning. From the desert tribes of Australia to New Zealand's origin of the coconut, this book helps kids understand the myths that shape and direct peopleÍs lives. ABDO & Daughters is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.