Books published by publisher SylvanArtsPress

Vanessa's friend moves away and bad weather keeps her in hte house so she gains some weight. Tessie eats too much green grass which causes serious hoof problems, and she has to stay in the barn. When they finally meet, they help each other lose weight and have lots of fun doing it. This book presents a humorous treatment of a serious problem, childhood obesity. It suggests eating and exercise ideas to help kids cope with emotionsl eating, inactivity, and unhealthy food choices, all of which lead to weight gain. Great for grade shcool children and for parents to read to younger children. Should be in all public and school libraries.

A story set in the jungles of Belize and introducing the heroine, Maya, who realizes her dream of joining and archaeological dig and deciphering mysterious glyphs. But she must also confront drug dealers, kidnappers, and her feelings for Balam, a young man from a nearby village. With the help of her friends, both real and spectral, she solves an ancient puzzle and helps the animals she loves. But what happens when she returns home and finds her brother involved in another mystery involving wolves being killed on their refuge? And her handsome Navajo boyfriend wants to know about her summer. An adventure that superimposes young adult culture over an ancient civiliation with fasinating results. This book is a great combination of reality, fiction, and fantasy, and will appeal to a wide young adult audience.