In these reflections on the dichos of the Chimayó Valley in northern New Mexico native son Don J. Usner has written a memoir that is also a valuable source of information on the rich language and culture of the region.

Guardians of Ga'Hoole is a classic hero mythology about the fight between good and evil. This series is filled with adventure, suspense, and heart. When Soren, a young owlet, mysteriously falls from his nest one evening, he's plucked up and taken to the sinister St. Aegolius Academy for Orphaned Owls. Once there, he must use his wits and bravery to escape his captors.The first three books in the Ga'Hoole series follow Soren, Gylfie, Twilight, and Digger, four orphaned owls that must fight their way through many dangers to take refuge with a group of brave owls thought only to be a legend - the Guardians of Ga'Hoole!

Getting a Grip on Character By: Rebecca Short Getting a GRIP on CHARACTER is a complete curriculum designed for teachers, parents, grandparents, and anyone who has a role in working with children. Using the metaphor that life is like rock climbing, students learn to get a grip on 7 Handholds of Character (respect, responsibility, courage, honesty, perseverance, trustworthiness, and caring.) Character curricula can be very involved, time consuming, and costly. Author Rebecca Short breaks that mold with easy one-page lesson plans, objectives, books, sayings, stories, and games applicable to students Pre K through 8th grade. Getting a GRIP on CHARACTER provides practical, fun, and engaging opportunities for students to learn and practice good character. Lessons that will last a lifetime! • Short inspiring stories • Team building games • Sayings and books • Age-appropriate activities • Community service projects • Simple Lesson Plans For information on ordering the book, please visit our web site: www.rocksolidcharacter.com

In the heart of the dense forest, a curious little bear embarks on an exhilarating adventure, discovering the wonders of nature and making new friends along the way. Join this darling cub as it navigates through thickets, over streams, and past towering trees in a journey of courage and discovery.

Katherine Schneider's workaday life as a dentist in 1913 New York is upended when a patient reveals details of a deadly plot while under the influence of laughing gas. As she is plunged into danger, she seeks help from the dashing Lieutenant Jonathan Birch, a police officer she has long admired from afar. Jonathan has harbored powerful feelings toward Katherine for years but never acted on them, knowing his dark history is something she could never abide. Now, with her safety on the line, he works alongside her through the nights as they unravel the criminal conspiracy that threatens her. And throughout it all, Jonathan fears what will happen should Katherine ever learn his deepest secrets. Join award-winning author Elizabeth Camden for a sweeping and romantic adventure of dangerous secrets and wounded hearts fighting to overcome the darkness while the rest of the city sleeps.

Bill Babcock has a painful injury which he can tell no one about. The reader feels at once sympathetic and tickled. With the promise of a treat from a friend, Bejingles, rain foils the whole pleasure. The poignant story of Bill and his pet, an infant owl. Bill Babcock is stunned and thunderstruck by information given to him by a lady he admires. Bill's experiences in Sunday School are good in extracurricular activities and terrible in attendance. Jake, Bill's brother, seen at his aggravating best. A fishing trip is almost fatal for Bill Babcock. Bill is what is called "air-minded" and the comedy team of Laurel and Hardy make an unexpected appearance. Bill and Jake are quarantined and live elsewhere and get in the worst trouble of their lives. Not fully understanding the trolley system, Bill has to walk ten miles to get home and becomes lost. The most poignant chapter as Bill and friends encounter a pair of cruel teenagers.