Books with author Nancy Van Wie

Illus. in full color. This story of how the Rainbow Crow lost his sweet voice and brilliant colors by bringing the gift of fire to the other woodland animals is "a Native American legend that will be a fine read-aloud because of the smooth text and songs with repetitive chants. The illustrations, done in a primitive style, create a true sense of the Pennsylvania Lenape Indians and their winters."--School Library Journal.

In 1994 the Supreme Court Historical Society asked MAX’s Publications to write Travels with MAX to the Supreme Court. The activities and images for the e-reader edition have been modified from the original paperback edition to conform to e-reader format. Recommended for ages 7-10, kids learn about the founding of America, tour the the Supreme Court Building, interview the Chief Justice, and attend a surprise party for the Supreme Court Justices. Filled with engaging illustrations, easy-to-understand text and educational activities, learning about the judicial branch is fun and easy! To teach kids more about Washington, D.C., and the three branches of government, purchase the Travels with MAX® series that includes: Travels with MAX to Washington, D.C.; Travels with MAX to the U.S. Capitol Building; Travels with MAX to the White House; How a Bill Becomes a Law; and How American Citizens Elect Their Leaders. Also check out MAX’s Mystery Travels© series (Mystery at the White House; Mystery at the Baseball Hall of Fame; Mystery at the Statue of Liberty). In addition to the e-reader series, MAX's books are also available as audiobook CDs, which have cool sound effects, interactive activities and narration that can be turned on and off for younger children.

In 1994 the U.S. Capitol Historical Society asked MAX’s Publications to write Travels with MAX to the U.S. Capitol Building. The activities and images for the e-reader edition have been modified from the original paperback edition to conform to e-reader format. Recommended for ages 7-10, this fun and educational book teaches children about the legislative branch and the history of the U.S. Capitol Building. Kids will tour its magnificent rooms, meet the Members of Congress, learn about the Capitol Pages, how a bill becomes a law, and fun facts about the Capitol. Did you know the Capitol Building has 850 doors? Filled with engaging illustrations, easy-to-understand text and educational activities, this book will enhance children’s knowledge of American government and civics. To teach kids more about Washington, D.C ., and the three branches of government, purchase the Travels with MAX® series that includes: Travels with MAX to Washington, D.C.; Travels with MAX to the White House; Travels with MAX to the Supreme Court; How a Bill Becomes a Law; and How American Citizens Elect Their Leaders. Also check out MAX’s Mystery Travels© series (Mystery at the White House; Mystery at the Baseball Hall of Fame; Mystery at the Statue of Liberty). In addition to the e-reader series, MAX's books are also available as audiobook CDs, which have cool sound effects, interactive activities and narration that can be turned on and off for younger children.

A humorous, educational mystery book for ages 7-9.When MAX, the world's most famous koala detective and his four sly sleuths (an obnoxious, lovable bird, a fearless squirrel, a karate-kicking kangaroo and a super-snoop mouse with stinky cheese breath) decide to take a fun vacation, they pack their bags for the Baseball Hall of Fame. But when they arrive, a mystery is waiting for them! Someone has stolen Babe Ruth's baseball bat and it needs to be found within 24 hours, before the President of the United States arrives! Follow MAX and his crime-solving buddies as they travel from Australia to Cooperstown, New York, to crack the case. Fast-paced, humorous and filled with engaging illustrations, this book is not just for boys! Girls, parents and teachers love it too! For younger children who need reading assistance, you can purchase this book in audio book CD format. The audio book CD has narration (may be turned on and off) and awesome sound effects. Check out MAX’s other mystery books (Mystery at the White House and Mystery at the Statue of Liberty) plus his activity book series about government and civics titled Travels with MAX®. Travels with MAX to Washington, DC; Travels with MAX to the White House; Travels with MAX to the US Capitol Building; Travels with MAX to the Supreme Court; Travels with MAX: How a Bill Becomes a Law; and Travels with MAX: How American Citizens Elect Their Leaders.

A humorous, educational mystery book for ages 7-9. Mysterious things have been happening at the Statue of Liberty: items float across the room and spooky voices fill the air! Is Lady Liberty haunted? No one knows for sure, but the Mayor of New York City is convinced that if anyone can solve this ghost of a case it's the world's most famous koala detective, MAX! Follow MAX and his four sly sleuths (an obnoxious, lovable bird, a fearless squirrel, a karate-kicking kangaroo and a super-snoop mouse with stinky cheese breath) as they travel from Australia to New York City to crack the case! Kids will learn about the history of the Statue of Liberty, meet the mayor, and attend a séance. Filled with engaging illustrations, this book is a huge hit with kids, parents and teachers! For younger children who need reading assistance, you can purchase this book in audio book CD format. The audio book has narration (may be turned on and off) and awesome sound effects. Check out MAX’s other mystery books (Mystery at the White House and Mystery at the Baseball Hall of Fame) plus his activity book series about government and civics titled Travels with MAX®: Travels with MAX to Washington, DC; Travels with MAX to the White House; Travels with MAX to the US Capitol Building; Travels with MAX to the Supreme Court; Travels with MAX: How a Bill Becomes a Law; and Travels with MAX: How American Citizens Elect Their Leaders.) All of MAX's books are available in e-reader and audio book CD formats.

A humorous, educational mystery book for ages 7-9. A White House crime has been committed, and the President of the United States discovers it! Someone has stolen his favorite portrait of George Washington from the White House East Room. Now, the President must take action. Does he call the FBI and the Secret Service? No! He calls the person he knows can solve the mystery in record-breaking time: MAX! Follow MAX, the world's most famous koala detective, and his four sly sleuths (an obnoxious, lovable bird, a fearless squirrel, a karate-kicking kangaroo and a super-snoop mouse with stinky cheese breath) as they travel from Australia to Washington, DC to crack the case. Kids meet the President, learn the history of this awesome house and tour White House rooms! Funny, fast-paced and filled with engaging illustrations, this book is a huge hit with kids, parents and teachers! For younger children who need reading assistance, you can purchase this book in audio book CD format. The audio book CD has narration (may be turned on and off) and awesome sound effects. Check out MAX’s other mystery books (Mystery at the Statue of Liberty and Mystery at the Baseball Hall of Fame) and his activity book series about American government and civics titled Travels with MAX® (Travels with MAX to Washington, DC; Travels with MAX to the White House; Travels with MAX to the US Capitol Building; Travels with MAX to the Supreme Court; Travels with MAX: How a Bill Becomes a Law; and Travels with MAX: How American Citizens Elect Their Leaders.) All of MAX's books are available in e-reader and audio book CD formats.

Written with the assistance of the Associate White House Curator in 1994, the activities and images for the e-reader book have been modified from the original paperback edition to conform to e-reader format. Recommended for ages 7-10, kids will learn about the founding of America and the history of the White House, meet the President, tour the White House, read fun facts about the U.S. Presidents, and much more! Filled with engaging illustrations, easy-to-understand text and educational activities, this book will enhance children's knowledge of American government and the executive branch. To teach kids more about Washington, D.C ., and the three branches of government, purchase the Travels with MAX® series that includes: Travels with MAX to Washington, D.C.; Travels with MAX to the U.S. Capitol Building; Travels with MAX to the Supreme Court; How a Bill Becomes a Law; and How American Citizens Elect Their Leaders. Also check out MAX’s Mystery Travels© series (Mystery at the White House; Mystery at the Baseball Hall of Fame; Mystery at the Statue of Liberty). In addition to the e-reader series, MAX's books are also available as audiobook CDs, which have cool sound effects, interactive activities and narration that can be turned on and off for younger children.

Written at the request of the Office of the Secretary of the U.S. Senate, this fun and educational paperback for ages 6-10, teaches kids about American government and civics. (Available with a Teacher's Guide). Kids learn about the founding of America, the three branches of government, U.S. Constitution, Bill of Rights, the rights and freedoms American citizens enjoy today, and how a bill becomes a law from your community to Washington, D.C. Filled with fun, educational activities and child-oriented illustrations, spiral bound, 48 pages, black & white illustrations. This book is MAX's #1 selling book and is available with a 175-page Teacher's Guide, complete with worksheets and assessments. Purchase MAX's other books to learn more about Washington, DC and the three branches of government, including Travels with MAX to the U.S. Capitol Building and Travels with MAX: How American Citizens Elect Their Leaders, available with a Teacher's Guide. MAX's paperback books and Teacher's Guides are also sold on Amazon as audiobook CDs. The audiobook CDs are filled with color, sound, interactive fun, educational activities and narration that kids can listen to or read on their own. Kids love these books, which are perfect for home, school and gift-giving!