Books published by publisher Mainstream Publishing

Everybody has a wish. Follow the magical adventure of a tiny pebble in the forest, who wishes to become like the “Great Shining Rock in the Sky.” Along the way, he learns to move in very un-pebbly ways, and makes new friends who have wishes of their own. Together this unusual group teams up to go further than any could have gone on their own. Inspired by the bodywork exercises of famed actor and teacher Michael Checkhov, “The Pebble’s Wish” encourages children to exercise both their bodies and their imaginations!

Presents the harmful effects deforestation, global warming, and hunting have on endangered species of tropical and temperate rain forest ecosystems. Introduces conservation efforts and ways for readers to get involved. Includes maps, diagrams, and reading quiz. This title provides a valuable resource for STEM programs while supporting the Common Core State Standards.

This friendly look at the life cycle of a sea turtle features a continuous timeline of the animals life and a life cycle sequencing activity. Vivid photography and easy-to-read text showcase the animals growth from birth to adulthood with amazing clarity and beauty. The volume includes a picture glossary and critical thinking activity that supports the Common Core State Standards. Extending learning opportunities are also highlighted, along with notes for parents and teachers.

An Abby Douglas Mystery Series In the fall of 1967, fifteen-year-old Abby owes her older brother Jeff a favor. He asks her to babysit for his Amish friend’s children. She thinks that she will be bored to death. Abby recruits her best friend, Linda, and they learn about Amish culture and find out that the Amish way of life is far from boring. The October days are dark, cold, and wet. First, Abby notices the farmhand acting strange; then, when dusk sets in, a stranger comes to the front door, and he won’t leave. There is no phone, so Abby needs to go for help. As usual, Abby is hoping that her premonitions can help her before someone is hurt—or even worse.

An Abby Douglas Mystery Series FOUR BOOKS IN ONE! Join Abby Douglas and her friends, Linda, Andy, and Froggy, in Abby's first four mysteries! SECRETS IN THE SHOE BOX...One of the gang is missing, and it's up to Abby and her friends to find him before it's too late. The TITANIC MUSEUM MYSTERY...Abby and Linda take a trip to Southampton, England and volunteer in a Titanic museum. As usual, the girls become involved in a mysterious adventure! SPELLING BEE MYSTERY...Abby competes in the National Spelling Bee and becomes involved in an unsolved crime that had occurred over twenty-years ago! AMISH FARM MYSTERY...Abby and Linda babysit on an Amish Farm and find out it's far from boring when they become involved in a thrilling mystery adventure.

An Abby Douglas Mystery Series Every year a few days before Valentine's Day, the Spring Valley neighbors gather at the local community center for the Valentine's Day Ball. But this year, a few weeks before the special event, thirteen-year old Abby Douglas becomes entangled in mysterious events that are plaguing her neighbors and friends. Someone is mailing mysterious letters to the residents of the valley, and causing neighbors to bicker and point fingers at each other. Also, Froggy's father has been having strange and frequent accidents. The curious amateur sleuth is mystified by what is happening to her peaceful community. Will she be able to find out who is sending the letters, and will Froggy's dad survive another accident? Join Abby and the gang, Linda, Andy, and Froggy as they try to unravel the Valentine Day mystery.

An Abby Douglas Mystery Series It is December of 1965, and thirteen-year old Abby Douglas along with her friends Andy, Froggy and Linda are spending the night at the White House. Volunteers are busy decorating the public rooms for the festive Christmas season. Join Abby and the gang as they tour the White House and unexpectedly stumble into another thrilling adventure.

An Abby Douglas Mystery Series In 1972, twenty-year old Abby Douglas is attending a Mystery Weekend reunion with her childhood friends, on deserted Alcatraz Island. Abby becomes involved in a mystery as the guests begin to disappear. The young sleuth's weekend becomes a full-blown investigation to find out who turned a fun Mystery Weekend into a Halloween horror show.