Inyo County Free Library - New Acquisitions
November 2018 - January 2019
These are books and media new to the library and cataloged by the Inyo County Free Library.
Additional information about each title can be found in the catalog (click on the title). For older acquisition lists choose from Select another list. To request any of these titles please contact your local library branch.
Dog days of history : $b the incredible story of our best friends By Albee, Sarah Publishing Date: [2018] Classification: JNF Call Number: J636.7 ALB "Dogs, famous and infamous and otherwise, throughout history, for children."-- |
Made for each other: why dogs and people are perfect partners By Patent, Dorothy Hinshaw Publishing Date: [2018] Classification: JNF Call Number: J636.7 PAT Celebrates of the bond between humans and their canine companions, discussing scientific insights that demonstrate how sharing one's life with a dog reduces stress, provides companionship, and increases safety. |
By Walker, Kathryn Publishing Date: 2009 Classification: JNF Call Number: J636.8 WAL |
By Walker, Kathryn Publishing Date: 2009 Classification: JNF Call Number: J636.932 WAL |
By Morgan, Sally Publishing Date: 2009 Classification: JNF Call Number: J641.3 MOR This book introduces cereals, fruits, seeds, plant oils, sugar from sugar cane or sugar beets, and herbs and spices and describes ways to preserve plant foods. |
By Campagna, Gino Publishing Date: 2017 Classification: JNF Call Number: J641.5 CAM Chef Gino Campagna shows kids that you don t have to be a culinary expert (or a grown-up) to make delicious and nutritious meals. |
Make it yourself: Paper pop-up art By Chenevert, Pam Publishing Date: [2018] Classification: JNF Call Number: J680 CHE "Young makers will discover what makerspaces are and how to hold maker events. Kids will make pop-up cards, pop-up cityscapes, pop-up vacation scenes, and more. Each project has color photos and easy-to-follow instructions. Special techniques and tips help kids make the most of their makerspace experiences"--Provided by publisher. |
By Morgan, Sally Publishing Date: 2009 Classification: JNF Call Number: J690.837 MOR This book introduces wood, reeds, straw, palm leaves, and bamboo and describes how roofs, walls, floors, tents, and curtains are made. |
The amazing collection of Joey Cornell By Fleming, Candace Publishing Date: 2018 Classification: JNF Call Number: J700.92 FLE Joey Cornell collected everything -- anything that sparked his imagination or delighted his eye. His collection grew and grew until he realized that certain pieces just looked right together. He assembled his doodads to create wonderful, magical creations out of once ordinary objects. |
The secret kingdom: Nek Chand, a changing India, and a hidden world of art By Rosenstock, Barb Publishing Date: 2018 Classification: JNF Call Number: J730.92 ROS The incredible story of the world's largest visionary environment: the Rock Garden of Chandigarh, kept secret by outsider artist Nek Chand for fifteen years. |
By Owen, Ruth Publishing Date: 2018 Classification: JNF Call Number: J736 OWE What s furry, gives birth to live babies, and feeds them milk? A mammal, of course! Readers will be surprised at how many different animals fall into this classification. They ll love making elephants, dolphins, raccoons and other adorable creatures in this inspiring book. Step-by-step instructions with visuals for each fold make origami accessible and fun. As they craft, readers will learn fascinating facts about each mammal. This peaceful art form helps readers retain information and gets them excited about learning. Fun and informative, this unique mix of origami projects and important life science topics is a must-have for any library. |
Walt's imagination: the life of Walt Disney By Rappaport, Doreen Publishing Date: 2018 Classification: JNF Call Number: J741 RAP Describes the life of the animator and visionary, from his childhood in rural Missouri to his legendary stature as a film and television icon. |
How to draw knights and castles By Bergin, Mark Publishing Date: 2012 Classification: JNF Call Number: J741.2 BER After a brief introduction to drawing techniques and materials, this book presents directions for sketching castles, knights through the ages, knights on attack, jousting knights, traveling knights, and knights in battle. |
The Bad Guys in Attack of the zittens By Blabey, Aaron Publishing Date: [2017] Classification: JNF Call Number: J741.5 BLA BPUS "It's a zombie kitten apocalypse! Can the Bad Guys save the world from evil Dr. Marmalade's meowing monsters?!? They'll need help from foxy Agent Fox, a swampy secret zombie antidote, and the feistiest, toothiest, hungriest granny around. Get ready to watch the fur fly!"--Page 4 of cover. |
The Bad Guys in intergalactic gas By Blabey, Aaron Publishing Date: [2018] Classification: JNF Call Number: J741.5 BLA BPUS "The bad news? The world is ending. The good news? The Bad Guys are back to save it! Sure, they might have to "borrow" a rocket. And there might be something nasty in one of the spacesuits. And Mr. Piranha miiiiight have eaten too many bean burritos. Surviving this mission may only be one small step for man, but it's one giant leap for the Bad Guys."--Page [4] of cover. |
Marvel: absolutely everything you need to know Publishing Date: 2016 Classification: JNF Call Number: J741.5 BRA Packed with fun facts, bizarre-but-true tales, and quirky insights into everyone's favorite Marvel comic characters, including The Avengers, Spider-Man, and Daredevil. little-known facts and information about the iconic Marvel characters. |
By Bruel, Nick Publishing Date: [2018] Classification: JNF Call Number: J741.5 BRU BPUS |
By Chmakova, Svetlana Publishing Date: [2017] Classification: JNF Call Number: J741.5 CHM "In his daydreams, Jensen is the biggest hero that ever was, saving the world and his friends on a daily basis. But his middle school reality is VERY different -- math is hard, getting along with friends is hard... Even finding a partner for the class project is a big problem when you always get picked last. And the pressure's on even more once the school newspaper's dynamic duo, Jenny and Akilah, draw Jensen into the whirlwind of school news, social experiment projects, and behind-the-scenes club drama. Jensen's always played the middle school game one level at a time, but suddenly, someone's cranked up the difficulty setting. Will those daring daydreams of his finally work in his favor, or will he have to find real solutions to his real life problems?"-- |
By Clanton, Ben Publishing Date: [2017] Classification: JNF Call Number: J741.5 CLA BPUS |
By Hale, Shannon Publishing Date: [2017] Classification: JNF Call Number: J741.5 HAL When her best friend Adrienne starts hanging out with the most popular girl in class, Shannon questions with whether she and Adrienne will stay friends, and if she is part of the clique. In graphic novel format. |