Inyo County Free Library - New Acquisitions
May 2014 - June 2014
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.
By Pinkney, Jerry Publishing Date: c2006 Classification: JNF Call Number: J398.24 PIN A newly illustrated edition of the classic fable of the hen who is forced to do all the work of baking bread and of the animals who learn a bitter lesson from it. |
By Stidworthy, John Publishing Date: 1996 Classification: JNF Call Number: J551.2 STI Looks at some of the visible ways that the earth can be changed in a matter of minutes, and discusses how the natural forces involved in earthquakes and volcanoes can raise mountains, build islands, change weather and help to produce varieties of plants and animals. |
Life in the ocean: the story of oceanographer Sylvia Earle By Nivola, Claire A. Publishing Date: p2012 Classification: JNF Call Number: J551.46 NIV Listeners follow noted oceanographer Sylvia Earle as her childhood adventures in the Gulf of Mexico help inspire her life's work: discovering the secrets of "the blue heart of the planet." |
Life in the ocean: the story of oceanographer Sylvia Earle By Nivola, Claire A. Publishing Date: 2012 Classification: JNF Call Number: J551.46 NIV A picture book biography tells the story of Sylvia Earle's growing passion for the wonders of the sea and how her ocean exploration and advocacy have made her known around the world. |
By Allaby, Michael Publishing Date: c1995 Classification: JNF Call Number: J551.5 ALL "100 ways parents and kids can share the secrets of the atmosphere"--Jacket subtitle. |
National Audubon Society first field guide: Wildflowers By Hood, Susan Publishing Date: c1998 Classification: JNF Call Number: J582.13 HOO Provides an overview of wildflowers and where they grow, with specific information about individual species. |
NEW RELEASE By Stefoff, Rebecca Publishing Date: 2014 Classification: JNF Call Number: J591.563 STE "Provides comprehensive information on the science behind how and why animals play"--Provided by publisher. |
By Jenkins, Steve Publishing Date: 2012 Classification: JNF Call Number: J595.76 JEN An illustrated introduction to a variety of beetle species with information on unique characteristics and how these insects have adapted to survive. |
National Audubon Society first field guide: Reptiles By Behler, John L. Publishing Date: c1999 Classification: JNF Call Number: J597.9 BEH Explores the world of reptiles, discussing their subspecies and races, anatomy, behavior, and habitat, and providing photographs and detailed descriptions of individual species. |
NEW RELEASE By Squire, Ann Publishing Date: c2014 Classification: JNF Call Number: J598 SQU "This book covers the habits, physical features, reproduction, and life cycle of birds."-- |
NEW RELEASE The amazing story of the combustion engine: Max Axiom STEM adventures By Bolte, Mari Publishing Date: [2014] Classification: JNF Call Number: J621.43 BOL "In graphic novel format, follows Max Axiom as he explains how combustion engines work"--Provided by publisher. |
By Yang, Gene Luen Publishing Date: 2011 Classification: JNF Call Number: J741.5 YAN Dennis, the son of Chinese immigrants, yearns to play video games like his friends and, upon his strict father's death, becomes obsessed with them but later, realizing how his father sacrificed for him, he chooses a nobler path. |
NEW RELEASE The scraps book: notes from a colorful life By Ehlert, Lois Publishing Date: 2014 Classification: JNF Call Number: J741.6 EHL Presents a visual survey of Lois Ehlert's artistic career that reflects on her parents' support, her early creative experiments and her behind-the-scenes book-making processes. |
I spy spooky night: a book of picture riddles By Marzollo, Jean Publishing Date: c1996 Classification: JNF Call Number: J793.73 MAR Rhyming verses ask readers to find hidden objects in the photographs. |
By Steiner, Joan Publishing Date: c1999 Classification: JNF Call Number: J793.73 STE Simple verses challenge readers to identify the everyday objects used to construct eleven three-dimensional scenes, including a house, kitchen, bedroom, school bus, train, farm, and rocket. |
I spy fantasy: a book of picture riddles By Wick, Walter Publishing Date: c1994 Classification: JNF Call Number: J793.73 WIC 13 fantasy environments set the stage for these picture puzzles. |
I spy treasure hunt: a book of picture riddles By Wick, Walter Publishing Date: c1999 Classification: JNF Call Number: J793.73 WIC Rhyming verses ask readers to find hidden objects in the photographs. |
I spy ultimate challenger: a book of picture riddles By Wick, Walter Publishing Date: c2003 Classification: JNF Call Number: J793.73 WIC Rhyming text leads the reader to find objects hidden in the photographs. |
I spy: a book of picture riddles By Wick, Walter Publishing Date: c1992 Classification: JNF Call Number: J793.73 WIC Rhyming verses ask readers to find hidden objects in the photographs. |
By Taylor, Jane Publishing Date: 2011 Classification: JNF Call Number: J821.7 TAY Presents the classic English nursery rhyme alongside illustrations that feature a curious chipmunk marveling at the natural world during the day and setting sail in his imagination at night. |