Books published by publisher TwoDot

For the first time in one collection, here are Montana's most famous animal stories, carefully researched and written by Great Falls author Gayle C. Shirley. Read about... Shep, the sheep dog at Fort Benton that met every train for more than five years, waiting faithfully for its master to return home. Earl, the vagabond elk that wandered to Missouri and became an ambassador for Montana. Giefer, the notorious grizzly that ransacked cabins and outsmarted trappers throughout the Flathead Valley. These stories and more reveal how some animals were celebrated for their loyalty and intelligence, while others were cursed because their instincts to survive put them in conflict with people. Whatever the reasons, their legends provide enjoyable reading for animal-lovers of all ages.

They Call Me Sacagawea is rich and classic storytelling. The history of the astounding expedition of Lewis and Clark leaps off the page when told here by their teenage Shoshone interpreter--Sacagawea. Readers learn about this young mother's extraordinary travels with the celebrated Corps of Discovery and gain detailed insight into native traditions and life ways through unforgettable images and a beautifully presented story based on oral traditions, scholarly research, and historical anecdotes. This book will appeal to readers ages 8-14.