"Rattlesnake Rules"
NEW!! “Rattlesnake Rules”
By Conrad J. Storad /
Illustrated by Nathaniel P.
Jensen
Much maligned primarily because they are too often
misunderstood, rattlesnakes have gotten a bad rap
over the years. In Rattlesnake Rules, Conrad
demystifies the world of rattlesnakes and introduces
children to such topics as who, when, and what
rattlesnakes eat. He shows readers why rattlesnakes
have rattles and what it means if you hear
one.
"A Train Story"
NEW!! “A Train Story”
By Dolores Mosser /
Illustrated by Nathaniel P.
Jensen
Lubbock author Dolores Mosser was inspired to write
“A Train Story” based on an event from her own
childhood when a circus train stopped in her hometown
of Slaton.
In rhyming verse she recalls the joys of traveling by
train and of watching the trains roll by.
A page of suggested children’s activities related to
the story and pictures is included.
"Desert Night Shift - A Pack Rat Story
“Desert Night Shift - A Pack Rat
Story”
By Conrad J. Storad /
Illustrated by Nathaniel P.
Jensen
Penny Pack Rat lives in the Sonoran desert. Like all
pack rats, Penny loves to collect things and her
little burrow is filled with stuff she’s found -
always at night when the desert is cool. One day when
her Nana says she’s always wanted a shiny silver
spoon, Penny becomes determined to find one for her.
Facts about the Desert Pack Rat and Words to Learn at
the end of the book provide extra value for young
readers.
"Life in the Slow Lane - A Desert Tortoise Tale
“Life in the Slow Lane - A Desert Tortoise
Tale”
By Conrad J. Storad /
Illustrated by Nathaniel P.
Jensen
Shelley the Tortoise and her Grandpa spend the day
learning about their cousins, eating their favorite
foods, and losing races with jackrabbits. Life in the
slow lane seems perfect - except for those homes and
highways moving into tortoises’ habitat.
In delightful rhymed verse, Conrad J. Storad tells
the story of the tortoise and explains how it has
adapted to survive the desert. Useful information
about these amamzing creatures appears at the end of
the book.
"Don't Ever Cross that Road - an Armadillo Story
“Don’t Ever Cross That Road - An Armadillo
Story”
By Conrad J. Storad /
Illustrated by Nathaniel P.
Jensen
Why should an armadillo NEVER cross a road? Because
he may never get to the other side! In this
delightful book, a teacher armadillo tells his class
about their prehistoric ancestor. He describes what
an armadillo eats for lunch. And he cautions them
about the dangers of crossing the road. But one
student in a red baseball cap isn’t listening - or is
he?
Featuring an armadillo fact section, and a “Words to
Learn” glossary, “Don’t Ever Cross That Road!” is
packed with information.
Follow Me to the Beach
“Follow Me to the Beach”
by Melissa Neel and
Christi Jones / Illustrated by Nathaniel P.
Jensen
Verdi and Wrangler go on an off-roading adventure to
the beach. They’ll encounter some road blocks and
have tons of fun along the way. In the “Follow Me”
series, you’ll experience everything from
problem-solving and getting into mischief, to
learning what real friendship is all about. So buckle
your seat belts and get ready for the ride!
Available at:
Amazon.com
