Catalog Search Results
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
Clovis and a number of his friends in the swamp travel to the nearby prairie for a day of fun and games and decide to spend the night there. During the night, Rene the Rain Frog wakes and goes towards the water. He wakes Clovis and says that a fire came out of the water and chased him. As they investigate, they meet up with Fedora Field Mouse, who explains about the feu follet or "silly fire."
Author
Language
English
Description
Artful images grace the pages of this alphabet book; a visual feast of Louisiana's wildlife accompanied by informative facts and lyrical descriptions. Author and bard Rickey E. Pittman takes us on an adventure through the wilds of the state, embracing each animal's nature and providing short snippets of information perfect for the littlest of listeners and the youngest readers. Graceful images from artist Kay Meadows enhance Pittman's prose providing...
Author
Language
English
Description
When critters crawl into your home, don't fret! Call Michael the wildlife detective. He uses his
special investigative skills to figure out which animals have decided to make your house their
own and how to safely and humanely stop them in their tracks.
Author Michael Birt, a wildlife biologist, shares with readers the importance of treating
wild animals and nature with respect and kindness--even when they end up in unnatural spaces
and cause...
Author
Language
English
Description
In South Carolina, young friends Abbey and Bee see their neighbor's dog, Yemassee, getting kidnapped by a couple of rough-looking fellas with guns. What does this mean? Abbey knows one thing: if you try to mess with her family, friends, or friends' dogs, you've got trouble on your hands.
Author
Language
English
Description
No Trespassing signs pop up all around Felony Bay on the eastern coast of South Carolina. Someone is poking around a mystery, maybe the same someone who framed Abbey Force's dad for a terrible crime he didn't commit. This adventure takes middle readers on a breathtaking ride that leads to a surprising betrayal.
Author
Language
English
Description
Georgia and the Power of the Vote traces the history of Georgia's enfranchisement and its influence on American politics from 1865 to 2021.
Since Reconstruction, Georgia's enfranchisement history has captured the nation's attention. During multiple waves, massive voter registration, mobilization, and suppression efforts were influenced by the pull-pull forces of those wanting to sustain power and those untiringly committed to acquiring it; those hoping...
Author
Language
English
Description
In this middle-reader mystery, twelve-year-old Callie's parents send her to South Carolina alone for a spring break visit with her grandfather. Joined by a rambunctious Jack Russell Terrier and a friend with a secret of his own, she's set on revealing what the adults in her life are keeping from her. This STEM focused coming-of-age story features a girl/boy dynamic with a bit of pirate mystery and ecological danger thrown in. The adventure includes...
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
Ghost stories from Cape Cod have never been so creepy, fun, and full of mystery!
The haunted history of the Cape comes to life--even when the main players are dead. Get lost amongst the spirits that haunt the John Pope House. Or catch a glimpse of Jarvesville Historic District's annual phantom parade. Dive into this spooky chapter book for suspenseful tales of bumps in the night, paranormal investigations, and the unexplained; just be sure to keep...
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
Ghost stories from Oklahoma City have never been so creepy, fun, and full of mystery!
The haunted history of OKC comes to life-even when the main players are dead. Visit the Overholser House and catch a glimpse of its original occupants, one of the wealthiest families to live in Oklahoma City. Or drive past Kitchen Lake and, perhaps, keep an ear out for phantom babies crying in the night. Dive into this spooky chapter book for suspenseful tales...
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
Ghost stories from the Birthplace of Rock 'n’ Roll have never been, so creepy, fun, and full of mystery! The haunted history of Memphis comes to life-even when the main players are dead. Come for the blues and barbecue, but stay for the ghosts. Have you heard about the spirits at the Memphis Zoo? Or, how about the grisly history surrounding the Grand Carousel? Dive into this spooky chapter book for suspenseful tales of bumps in the night, paranormal...
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
Welcome to the spooky streets of New Orleans!
Stay alert! Ghosts lurk around every corner. Even the most unexpected places might be haunted by wandering phantoms.
Did you know that New Orleans cemeteries are built above ground? Or that thousands of visitors each year come to see what ghosts and spirits may appear in these beautiful Cities of the Dead? Can you believe that the ghost of Marie Laveau--the Voodoo Queen of New Orleans--was once seen...
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
Welcome to the spooky streets of Galveston!
Stay alert! Ghosts lurk around every corner. Even the most unexpected places might be haunted by wandering phantoms.
Did you know that the worst natural disaster in American history happened here, leaving behind thousands of ghosts? Or that the spirit of the famous pirate Jean Lafitte still roams the Galveston coast? Can you believe that a tourist attraction that claims to be haunted (just for fun),...
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
Ghost stories from the Duke City have never been so creepy, fun, and full of mystery! The haunted history of Albuquerque comes to life-even when the main players are dead. Hear the clinking of spurs against ghostly cowboy boots walking through the High Noon Restaurant. Or witness the lights flicker at the Church Street Café. Stop by La Hacienda restaurant and perhaps dine with a presence from another realm! Dive into this spooky chapter book for...
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
Ghost stories from Treasure Coast, Florida have never been so creepy, fun, and full of mystery!
The haunted history of Treasure Coast comes to life-even when the main players are dead. Visit the Driftwood Resort and catch a glimpse of past tenants who checked in, but never checked out. Or see a show at the Sunrise Theatre, but expect to be distracted by the specters who call this place home. Dive into this spooky chapter book for suspenseful...
Author
Language
English
Description
Angelo the alligator was different in every way. With eyes bright blue and skin snow white, he
loved to watch the butterflies and fireflies. One day he came upon a marsh filled with flowers
and wove some into a crown. What happens when he wears his beautiful new crown?
Artist and illustrator Shannon Kelley Atwater shares a sweet story of friendship and
community celebrating the differences that make individuals special and overcoming the
stereotypes...
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
Welcome to the spooky shores of Door County!
Stay alert! Ghosts lurk around every corner. Even the most unexpected places might be haunted by wandering phantoms.
Did you know that Door County is the home to a ghost cow and a ghost dog? Or that a ghostly high school basketball team can be heard celebrating on frozen Lake Michigan in the winter? Can you believe that a phantom ship has been sailing around the peninsula- since 1679?
Pulled right from...
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
Ghost stories from the Adirondacks have never been so creepy, fun, and full of mystery!
The haunted history of The Mountains comes to life--even when the main players are dead. Visit the Sagamore Resort to catch a glimpse of the spirits who checked in but never checked out. Or look for ghosts amongst the stacks at the Woodgate Free Library. Dive into this spooky chapter book for suspenseful tales of bumps in the night, paranormal investigations,...
In Interlibrary Loan
Didn't find what you need? Items not owned by Penticton Public Library can be requested from other Interlibrary Loan libraries to be delivered to your local library for pickup. Items must be over 1 year old.
Didn't find it?
Can't find what you are looking for? Try our Materials Request Service for new books published this year. Submit Request