The story of Montana's one-room schoolhouses, as recollected and recounted by those most intimately connected to those places, is the story of the American frontier and the high value placed on educat
Combines the day-by-day story of the Lewis and Clark Expedition with illustrated botanical descriptions. Takes readers into the field to see and learn about flowers, grasses, trees, medicinal and food
Designed to educate and entertain, this charming tale of Michael, Emily, and their family explores the scat and tracks of the Colorado Plateau that covers parts of Colorado, Utah, Arizona, and New Me
Presents an introduction to the national park, describing its plants, animals, and rock formations, and providing information on its history and early explorers.
Emily, Michael, and their family hike through the Northwoods, where they encounter the scat and tracks of animals living in the area, including owls, deer, and black bears.
While exploring the Black Hills National Forest, Michael and Emily learn how to spot signs of animal activity, from tracks and scat to chewed bark and shed antlers.
In text and photographs, Reinhart examines the 1988 Yellowstone fires and their aftermath: smoke-shrouded skies, flaming forests, and fireballs that have been replaced by wildflowers, aspen stands, a
Austin has become synonymous with down-home sophistication - a peerless mix of traditional and quirky, laid-back and lively. An Austin photographer with nearly forty books and countless magazine art
Describes the purpose of storm chasers and the equipment they use, introduces the dangers of storm chasing, discusses how tornadoes and thunderstorms are created, and dispels common myths about tornad
Schatz presents 96 full-color photographs of this picturesque state. The images convey the area’s beauty and moods, with landscapes large and small, as well as lively city scenes. Old-timers and newco
This charming tale of Michael, Emily, and their parents as they explore the Sonoran Desert is designed to both entertain and educate. Wildlife can be elusive, and both kids are disappointed when at f
Writer and historian Nancy Schumm-Burgess and photographer and journalist Ernest J. Schweit set out on a two-year quest to document the state's historic barns, which have come to represent a way of l
Using examples taken from the animals at the San Diego Zoo, describes how and why feces are produced; the different factors that can affect the texture, color, size, and odor of excrement; and how it
From the Silver Corridor (Wallce to Kellogg), through the Coeur d'Alene and Sandpoint areas and Bonners Ferry to the Canadian border, the photographer proves himself an interesting, knowledgeable gui
In this remarkable and improtant book, Sarah Carter intorduces us to some of Montana's first women homesteaders through their journals and other writings. By shedding light on these determined ninete
The author of four other books on Glacier, Guthrie details the remarkable geologic and human history of this unmatched and storied land, then profiles Glacier National Park decade by decade, discussi
Frates presents 94 full-color photographs of this picturesque region of America that abuts the immense Pacific Ocean. The images convey the coast's beauty and moods, with landscapes large and small,
This charming tale of Michael, Emily, and their family as they explore Death Valley National Park is designed both to entertain and educate. Little Michael is terrified of wild animals, especially mo
In each glorious season, Randklev and Till capture Zion’s many striking features, from the meandering Virgin River to the stately Watchman. Zion’s majestic land forms and surreal colors come to life o
In this 48-page book, Maynard presents children ages 8 to 12 a beautifully photographed and illustrated introduction to the history, geology, flora, and fauna of the Great Smoky Mountains National Par
Utah: Wild and Beautiful is a vivid portrayal of Utah’s mesas, deserts, sandstone canyons, and mountain ranges by photographer Scott T. Smith of Utah. When Henry David Thoreau wrote that “in wildness
Profiles twenty-one of the West's gun-slinging "bad girls," from serial killer Kate Bender to Elizabeth Potts and Ellen Watson, the first women hanged in Nevada and Wyoming. Meet these fascinating ch
From the powdery peaks of Mount Ogden to the dramatic formations of Canyonlands and Arches National Parks, from the striking Red Mountains and the austere San Rafael Desert to the cool waters of Glen
"Poop may be BROWN, SHELLY, and GROSS, but poop tells stories. It tells us what an animal has eaten, what age it is, if it is healthy, and if it is male or female. It also gives other animals messages
What do fish do in the water? Anyone who's ever dipped a toe in the ocean has wondered what's beneath the waves. Fish Do WHAT in the Water? is the next best thing to a mask and snorkel. Dive in and ex
Olympic National Park is a land of superlatives---wilderness coastline, gigantic old-growth trees, untamed rivers, jagged alpine peaks, massive glaciers, amazing wildflowers, and unparalleled opportun
"A collection of essays concerning the ethnic communities of Montana, including Metis, Chinese, Japanese, Jewish, Irish, Scottish, Scandinavian, Eastern European, African-American, Mexicans, and war b
Charming new board book introduces young children to adorable moose calves, with their long legs and soft, floppy ears. Photos by award-winning wildlife photographer, Henry Holdsworth.
