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Books with author Susan Garner Mitchell

  • Animals With Awesome Armor: Shells, Scales, and Exoskeletons

    Susan K. Mitchell

    Library Binding (Enslow Pub Inc, Sept. 1, 2008)
    "Readers will learn how animals such as armadillos and crabs protect themselves from predators"--Provided by publisher.
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  • Animals With Crafty Camouflage: Hiding in Plain Sight

    Susan K. Mitchell

    Library Binding (Enslow Pub Inc, Sept. 1, 2008)
    "Readers will find out about animals who blend in with their surroundings to avoid predators"--Provided by publisher.
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  • Golf Buddies

    Susan M. Mitchell

    Paperback (Busy Buddy Books, March 1, 1998)
    This first golf book for children is both fun and educational! Story book adventures on the golf course teach kids ages 3 to 10 the fundamentals about golf equipment, rules of play, and etiquette. Over 60 golf terms defined and illustrated ("back nine," "divot," "play through" and "Texas wedge" are some examples). Recommended by Golf Magazine.
  • Biggest vs. Smallest Amazing Mammals

    Susan K. Mitchell

    Library Binding (Enslow Elementary, Sept. 1, 2010)
    This tiny primate can fit on a person's thumb! Did you know that the pygmy mouse lemur is the smallest primate in the world? Compare this to the eastern lowland gorilla, one of the biggest primates. Read about the biggest and smallest cats, anteaters, and other mammals!
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  • The Longest Bridges

    Susan K. Mitchell

    Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Pub Hi-Lo Must reads, July 15, 2007)
    Introduces long bridges, including the Golden Gate Bridge, the Humber Bridge, and the Akashi Kaikyo.
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  • Spy Codes and Ciphers

    Susan K. Mitchell

    Library Binding (Enslow Pub Inc, July 1, 2011)
    Can flashing lights send out a secret message? Did a famous spy use sketches of butterflies to hide messages? Can a digital photo hide a secret code? For centuries, spies have used many different ways to pass secret information. Codes and ciphers keep information safe from the enemy. Author Susan K. Mitchell uncovers the secrets to the amazing world of spy codes and ciphers.
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  • The Tallest Buildings

    Susan K. Mitchell

    Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Pub Hi-Lo Must reads, July 15, 2007)
    Introduces some of the tallest buildings in the world, including the Sears Tower, the Empire State Buildings, the Petronas Towers, and the Taipei 101.
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  • Spies, Double Agents, and Traitors

    Susan K Mitchell

    Paperback (Enslow Publishers, Oct. 1, 2011)
    Imagine going on dangerous missions like James Bond? Well, real-life spies risk their lives everyday. They will do almost anything to get the job done. But not all spies are heroes. Double agents will even betray their own country to complete their tasks. If caught, the punishment can be death. Author Susan K. Mitchell explores the dangerous lives of spies.
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  • Will Ferrell

    Susan K. Mitchell

    Paperback (Gareth Stevens Pub Hi-Lo Must reads, July 1, 2009)
    This popular, best-selling biography series has been expanded and completely redesigned with new features to draw in reluctant readers. Today’s Superstars takes readers behind the headlines for a close-up look at the most popular stars from music, movies, television, and sports. Titles are selected from survey results of more than 1,000 kids. Each high-interest book in the series details the star’s early life and inspirations, rise to stardom, and impact on the world of sports or entertainment.
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  • Today's Superstars Entertainment: Will Smith: Will Smith

    Susan K. Mitchell

    Paperback (ReadHowYouWant, Dec. 28, 2012)
    Will Smith began as a rap star named Fresh Prince. He became a television star in The Fresh Prince of Bel Air and then crossed over to act in blockbuster movies. Nominated for an Oscar for his portrayal of Muhammad Ali in Ali, Will was named one of Time magazine's 100 Most Influential People in 2003. Truly a multitalented superstar, he continues to record his Grammy-winning music and draw huge audiences for his movies.
  • Biggest vs. Smallest Creepy, Crawly Creatures

    Susan K Mitchell

    Library Binding (Enslow Elementary, Dec. 1, 2010)
    This hairy spider can be as big as a dinner plate! Is it a monster? Is it an alien? No! It is the Goliath bird-eater! It is one of the biggest spiders in the world. The Samoan moss spider is one of the smallest spiders. It is so small, you need a magnifying glass to see it! Read about and compare the biggest and smallest worms, centipedes, and spiders!
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  • Today’s Superstars Entertainment: Tyra Banks

    Susan K. Mitchell

    Paperback (ReadHowYouWant, Dec. 28, 2012)
    Tyra Banks began as a model, wowing the fashion world in Paris. She then became the first African American model to be on the cover of several magazines, including Sports Illustrated and GQ. Now a television producer, TV host, and movie actor, she uses her supermodel status to launch other models' careers with her reality show, America's Next Top Model. Tyra also raises funds for charities and promotes youth achievement with projects such as her camp for girls, TZone.