Fraser, Mary Ann

Describes the forest life cycle and the destructive and renewing aspects of forest fire.

Daphne and her brother Sam attend the Heebie-Jeebie Jamboree which is held for one night only on Halloween, as they view warlocks riding brooms, visit the fun crypt, participate in a goblin pie contest, and see the Rolling Bones.

Fictional retelling of the Battle of Vicksburg.

Tells the story of the Chumash Indians, the soldiers, and the missionaries at the southern California mission of La Purisima, which was founded on December 8, 1787.

During Fitness Month, I.Q., the class pet, learns important lessons about staying healthy as he tries to win a gold ribbon in the School Fitness Challenge.

Mrs. Furber brings I.Q., a rat, to be the classroom pet, but he has hopes of becoming Student of the Week.

After going to the library with Mrs. Furber's class every day of Library Week, I.Q., the class pet, hopes to take out a funny book with his own library card.

Recreates Major John Wesley Powell's 1869 journey down the Colorado River and through the Grand Canyon.

Describes the events preceding and during the key Civil War battle of Vicksburg, its significance, and its aftermath.

Recreates Major John Wesley Powell's 1869 journey down the Colorado River and through the Grand Canyon.