Books with author Mary Azarian

With her signature woodblock prints, the Caldecott medalist Mary Azarian invites readers into her own garden to discover its simple joys. Revealing the variety of life underground, the bright comfort of a greenhouse on a winter’s day, or the anticipation of starting seeds indoors in early spring, this striking alphabet book reminds us that gardens are perhaps our best way to live closer to the land and to the rhythm of the seasons.

City kid Randy is introduced to the wonders of nature by his country cousin, Jimmy, and eventually begins to love life in the country. The two boys build Hidden Lookout, a treehouse, and begin keeping watch on night animals. During the day, they follow clues to try to discover a long-hidden treasure."A quietly pleasant summer story set around the routine treasure hunt provides as well the unusual habits of common country 'critters.'" -- Kirkus

The Frontier Motel was the pride and joy of the Price family, especially David, aged twelve, who helped to run it. In three years they would own it, free and clear of debt, so David was willing to work hard taking care of the place and serving in their little restaurant. He had spare time, though, which he spent with his friends, Laurie and Johnny Smith, looking for uranium. His father had taught him a good deal about radioactivity and minerals and there was always a chance that he might find a deposit with his Geiger counter and help the family fortunes.Miss Adrian’s latest mystery has this intriguing background and as usual her plot has satisfying speed coupled with interesting scientific facts which youngsters of today can easily absorb as they read swiftly along.

When Ken and his twin sister Chris visit their friend Marty in Utah, they can't wait to go hunting for fossil remains of a dinosaur. With the help of a old map, can they locate the mysterious dinosaur graveyard? An exciting adventure-mystery! "A mysterious old map, a strange night prowler, and a night spent in a cave help to make this an exciting mystery for the 8 to 12 year old." -- Hartford Courant "In addition to a good story line, the book contains much basic information and scientific background." -- The Pittsburgh Press

"Harold "Hap" Miller, whose parents owned the Hanging Rock Ranch, is best friends with Jim Hawn, a boy of the Yakima Indian tribe. When a calf goes missing on the ranch, the two boys ride out to find it -- and set off a chain of events that reveals a modern-day mystery! "Another fast moving Mary Adrian mystery. Like the others, into its plot is woven a lot of interesting information about life on a western ranch and an Indian reservation." -- The Times Recorder