Linda Glaser

A child experiences the colors and textures of fall. Includes nature activities to do during that season.

A child observes the arrival of spring and its effects on plants and animals. Includes suggestions for nature study projects.

In rural Minnesota in 1932, Hannah, a young orthodox Jewish girl, deals with being the new girl in class.

What is that garbage doing next to the garden? It's not garbage. It's compost! Amazing things happen inside a compost bin. In go banana peels, grass clippings, and even an old jack-o'-lantern. Out comes compost. The compost goes into the garden to make the soil rich for new plants. Compost is good for the earth. Composting also helps us make less garbage. In this book, you can watch as one family makes compost for their garden and also learn how to...

Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, and life cycle of the common earthworm.

"A young man travels to Jerusalem to learn the Torah. When he decides that the greatest teacher will be able to teach him the entire Torah while standing on one foot, he gets laughed at and shooed away. Finally, he meets the great Rabbi Hillel, who is willing to help him"-- Provided by publisher.

Simple text and illustrations describe the physical characteristics, habits, and life cycle of the honey bee.

A young girl finds a way to include her elderly neighbor in her family's Hanukkah celebration.

The story of Emma Lazarus, who, despite her life of privilege, became a tireless advocate for the immigrants who arrived in New York City in the 1880s and wrote a famous poem for the Statue of Liberty.

Describes, in simple text and illustrations, the physical characteristics, habits, and natural environment of the black and yellow garden spider. Also includes information on some other types of spiders.