Judith Janda Presnall
2) Sled dogs
Author
Series
Publisher
KidHaven Press
Pub. Date
[2005]
Language
English
Description
Examines the job of sled dogs to include selection, preferred characteristics and breeds, training and abilities, partnerships with handlers, and how they are used today.
3) Guide dogs
Author
Series
Publisher
Kidhaven Press
Pub. Date
2002.
Language
English
Description
Describes the breeding, training, and work done by guide dogs for the blind.
Author
Series
Publisher
Lucent Books
Pub. Date
[2001]
Language
English
Description
Discusses the prison on Alcatraz Island, California, otherwise known as "The Rock," describing the cellhouse, the routine of prison life, inmates' leisure time, breaking prison rules, employee and family life, closing Alcatraz prison, and the island's future roles.
Author
Publisher
Two Lions
Pub. Date
[2013]
Language
English
Description
Sled dogs must love to run. Sled dogs must be strong. Sled dogs must obey commands. Sled dogs must get along with teammates. Puppy Yukon is the only girl in her litter, and she's got high energy. Could she be a leader in the sled dog team? Trainer Roberta works with the puppies. Yukon is faster and smarter than her brothers. Roberta thinks Yukon can help lead the team! Yukon continues to train with her team for two long years. Is she finally ready...
11) Carrier pigeons
Author
Series
Publisher
Kidhaven Press
Pub. Date
2004 [i.e. 2003]
Language
English
Description
Discusses the types of pigeons used for carrying messages and their use in wartime.
13) Horse therapists
Author
Series
Publisher
Kidhaven Press
Pub. Date
2002.
Language
English
Description
Discusses the use of horseback riding as therapy for the physically and emotionally disabled.
15) Animal actors
Author
Series
Publisher
Kidhaven Press
Pub. Date
[2002]
Language
English
Description
Discusses the use of animals in films and television, their training and care both on and off the set, and the American Humane Association's monitoring of their treatment.
17) Oprah Winfrey
Author
Series
Publisher
Lucent Books
Pub. Date
1999.
Language
English
Description
Discusses the life of talk show host Oprah Winfrey, her early years, life in Baltimore and Chicago, the evolution of her television show, and her charity work.