Martin Luther College

"Simple nonfiction text and full-color photographs present the types of weather in winter" --

Offers a variety of stories, statistics, and photographs from hockey history, including the stories of the "Miracle on Ice," the man known as "Mr. Hockey," and the story of the first woman to sign a contract with the NHL.

Charts the history of skiing and outlines its role as a worldwide sport today. Discusses how individuals participate in skiing competitions and includes color photographs, a glossary, and further reading sources.

"Simple nonfiction text and full-color photographs present animals in winter" --

Kelley Quinn is the owner of Nantucket's Winter Street Inn and the proud father of four grown children: Patrick, a hedge fund manager; Kevin, a bartender; Ava, a school teacher; and Bart, who has recently shocked everyone by joining the Marines. As Christmas approaches, Kelley looks forward to spending the holidays with his family at the inn. But when he walks in on his wife Mitzi kissing another man, utter chaos descends, and things only get more...

Some of the stormy weather of the past few seasons seems to have finally lifted for the Quinns. Kevin is about to tie the knot with Isabelle, and there's hopeful news about Bart, who has been captured by enemy forces in Afghanistan. That doesn't mean there aren't a few dark clouds on the horizon as the family juggles health scares and love triangles. But if there's one holiday that brings the Quinn family together, it's Christmas. And this year promises...

"Life is a constant struggle for the eighteen-year-old Nowak twins as they raise their three younger siblings in rural Poland under the shadow of the Nazi occupation. The constant threat of arrest has made everyone in their village a spy, and turned neighbor against neighbor. Though rugged, independent Helena and pretty, gentle Ruth couldn't be more different, they are staunch allies in protecting their family from the threats the war brings closer...

This Level 1 guided reader examines how seasonal changes in winter affect plants. Students will develop word recognition and reading skills while learning about how cold and snow affect plant growth and survival in winter.

Discusses people's winter time activities, including spending more time inside, wearing warm clothes, shoveling and scraping ice, playing in the snow, sledding, riding snowmobiles, and ice skating. Includes a list of further resources, a glossary, and a list of words used in the text that help children become better readers.

This Level 1 guided reader examines how people celebrate Christmas. Students will develop word recognition and reading skills while learning about Christmas preparations, traditions, and celebrations.