Books with author Kelly Milner Halls

The baghdad zoo was once home to more than six hundred magnificent animals. But after the war in Iraq began in 2003, the city faced widespread destruction.When U. S. Army Captain William Sumner was asked to check out the state of the zoo, he found that it, too, was devastated. Hundreds of animals were missing, and the few remaining were in desperate need of care. And so Captain Sumner accepted a new mission. Together with an international team of zoologists, veterinarians, conservationists, and dedicated animal lovers, Captain Sumner worked tirelessly to save the neglected—but tenacious—animals of Baghdad. Saving the Baghdad Zoo tells the poignant stories of these remarkable animals. Meet the abandoned lions who roamed an empty palace with no food or drink; the camel, Lumpy, who survived transport through sniper fire; the tigers, Riley and Hope, who traveled 7,000 miles from home; and many more.The Baghdad Zoo, open once again to the people of Iraq, has become an oasis of hope and safety in a city where both are precious gifts.

What is Sasquatch? Thousands of people believe in it. Hundreds say they have seen it. But themystery of Sasquatch has not been solved . . . Sasquatch, also known as Bigfoot, is a cryptid—a creature of cryptozoology. Cryptozoology is the study of creatures not recognized by traditional science, and it is the quest to understand things that cannot be proven via ordinary channels. Kelly Milner Halls interviews cryptozoologists, linguistics experts, anthropologists, biologists, and regular people like us who have seen, heard, or maybe stumbled across evidence leading them to believe that Sasquatch is real. Serious Sasquatch seekers are as skeptical as unbelievers. They are not out to collect great stories. They are out to put together facts. The difference is, they are willing to keep an open mind. Do you believe in Sasquatch?

"Dino-Trekking is the best guide to finding dinosaurs—and appreciating them once you've found them—to come along since dinosaurs were trekking themselves. It's lively and thorough." — Don Lessem Founder, The Dinosaur Society and author of Dinosaurs Rediscovered "Indispensable for the family interested in smart fun . . . perfect for dinosaur enthusiasts, budding paleontologists, and families interested in the history of life." — Louie Psihoyos Author of Hunting Dinosaurs "I love it. I took it home and read it cover to cover." — Ray Ann Havasy Executive Director The Dinosaur Society Looking for the best dinosaur museums? The oldest fossil exhibit? The widest selection of dinosaur memorabilia and souvenirs? This fun-filled, informative guide has the answers for die-hard dino-fans of all ages. You'll find: Listings of over 300 dinosaur sites across the United States and Canada—museums, nature preserves, even amusement parks Details on admission prices, refreshments, and travelers' conveniences A Dino-Shopping Guide with details on dozens of mail-order sources for games, toys, clothing, software, and more An illustrated "Who's Who" Dino-Identifier with fascinating profiles of seventy prehistoric creatures Interviews with top curators from each region A unique rating system helps you decide which places are best for your particular interests: No regular paleo exhibit—traveling exhibits booked from time to time. Strictly for fossil fanatics—not much on display, but if you're nearby with time to spare, consider the stop. Worth the detour if you're a real fossil fan—good paleo material, plus! Fossil fans shouldn't miss it! Premium paleo goods you won't soon forget!

Surely you can believe EVERYTHING you read in books... can t you Fact or fib A T- Rex had good breath because it drank loads of water. Gorillas have smelly armpits when they re angry. Be a lie detector and separate the truth from the lies in his new illustrated series, burseng with mind- boggling queseons and knock- out answers. Brimming with extra- cool facts and an interaceve feature, these books are a must have for the science deteceve in everyone.