great lakes region (north america)

"A stray dog wanders the Milwaukee docks until he realizes his calling--to be a ship dog! After being rescued from the Milwaukee River, Sport lives on the lighthouse tender ship the Hyacinth. He helps the crew as they deliver supplies to lighthouses and maintains buoys and other safety features on the lake. Over time Sport also becomes popular among the lighthouse tenders' families, crew members of other ships. When Sport is separated from his crew in Chicago, he is recognized and hitches a ride on a passenger ship to be reunited with the Hyacinth in Milwaukee. Through Sport's story, young readers will learn how working on Lake Michigan during the early 20th century was both dangerous and thrilling, and about the role of the lighthouse tender in keeping the lake safe"--Provided by publisher.

Follow along as a fictional researcher observes and makes journal entries about their field trip through North America's Great Lakes ecosystem. Outstanding photographs highlight the animals, plants, and people that inhabit the world's largest group of freshwater lakes. Simple graphs show facts about the lakes, and the final report describes efforts being made to preserve them.

Describes the plants and animals found in and around the Great Lakes, including sugar maples, salmon, and gray wolves as well as how they are affected by the people who live there.

This book introduces children to the traditional lifestyles of Native nations who lived in the western Great Lakes region, as well as the impact of colonization on Native peoples.

A field guide to over 300 species of birds of prey. Includes detailed descriptions of markings, flight characteristics, migration and plumage changes.

Collects haunted stories of the Great Lakes in North America, and features tales of ghosts on boats, under water, and in lighthouses, along with sea monsters, haunted shipyards, and other superstitions.

Collects haunted stories of the Great Lakes in North America, and features tales of ghosts on boats, under water, and in lighthouses, along with sea monsters, lakeside spirits, and messages from specters.