Ocean State Libraries

Mark Twain relates the boyhood experiences on the Mississippi that led to his ambition to be a river-boat pilot.

"Peter Rabbit counts one silvery moon, two spindly spiders, and three yummy treats on this wonderful day of the year."

"A quick-paced, colorful description of the physical characteristics, purposes, early history, and high-speed capabilities of bullet trains--the fastest passenger trains in the world"--Provided by publisher.

A quick-paced, colorful description of the physical characteristics, purposes, early history, and high-speed capabilities of NASCAR stock cars--the fastest cars in stock car racing.

"A basic exploration of the appearance, behavior, and habitat of dolphins, a family of fish-eating porpoises. Also included is a story from folklore explaining why dolphins are so friendly"--Provided by publisher.

"A basic exploration of the appearance, behavior, and habitat of wolves, a family of wild dogs. Also included is a story from folklore explaining why wolves are different from domestic dogs"--Provided by publisher.

"A Kindergarten-level introduction to giraffes, covering their growth process, behaviors, the lands they call home, and such defining physical features as their long necks"--Provided by publisher.

"A basic exploration of the appearance, behavior, and habitat of kangaroos, Australia's iconic marsupials. Also included is a story from folklore explaining why kangaroos jump instead of run"--Provided by publisher.