Shaskan, Trisha Speed

Introduces and describes the percussion instruments, including the drums, the cymbals, and the xylophone.

Introduces and describes the string instruments, including the harp, the violin, the guitar, and the viola.

The Woodwind family prepares for their opening concert at the Orchestra Hall, describing the different instruments and the sounds they make.

A family of keyboard instruments discuss the history and characteristics of the piano, harpsichord, electric keyboard, and pipe organ.

A family of brass instruments discuss the history and characteristics of the trumpet, tuba, trombone, and other instruments.

Colorful illustrations and simple text describe the differences between a turtle and a tortoise.

Colorful illustrations and simple text describe the differences between a dolphin and a porpoise.

An illustrated introduction to writing a graphic novel that explains the creative process, includes an example, and offers exercises for getting started as well as drawing tips.

A word play story that explains onomatopoeia--words that sound like the action they describe--and includes examples of what people might do if they were onomatopoeia.

Explains alliteration through silly examples about animals and people.