Lori Alexander

Long before she became known as the Cactus Queen, Minerva Hamilton Hoyt found solace in the unexpected beauty of the Mojave Desert in California. She loved the jackrabbits and coyotes, the prickly cacti, and especially the weird, spiky Joshua trees. However, in the 1920s, hardly anyone else felt the same way. The desert was being thoughtlessly destroyed by anyone and everyone. Minerva knew she needed to bring attention to the problem. With the help...

"Telling the inspiring human story behind the creation of the Paralympics, this chapter book biography artfully combines archival photos, full-color illustrations, and a riveting narrative to honor the life of Ludwig Guttmann, whose work profoundly changed so many lives"-- Provided by publisher.

"Tick-tock, peek at the clock ... It's time for sleep, sweet baby!"--Back cover.

Unshakable Power is a grounded, practical guide for high-achieving individuals who appear strong on the outside yet quietly carry mental fatigue, emotional strain, and persistent inner noise. This book reframes strength-not as relentless endurance, but as the ability to remain calm, clear, and regulated in the face of pressure. Blending psychology, emotional resilience, and mental clarity practices, Unshakable Power helps readers understand how chronic...

This engrossing, timely, and highly illustrated biography of the father of modern surgery reveals the shocking practices of surgeons before Joseph Lister proved where infections come from. In 1841, a quiet, curious boy who stuttered when nervous committed to becoming a surgeon-a profession then more feared than respected. Through study, persistence, and careful research, Joseph Lister proved that unsanitary conditions contribute to infections. Despite...

Sweeps is a mini and mighty cleaning machine! She's eager to get to work, but the other trucks don't leave any jobs for her. Big jobs are only for the big trucks. But when a storm strikes, can Sweeps flex her brushes and step up to save the day?

"Discover all the out-of-this-world ways babies of today can become astronauts of the future!"--Publisher's description.

"When Baby speaks, people listen. Could Baby be president? Find out in this leadership-themed addition to the Future Baby series! The president is the leader of our country. Baby was born to lead! Does Baby have what it takes to become president? Baby has our vote! Discover all the incredible ways that prove Baby already has what it takes to become the leader of our country! Includes lots of fun presidential facts to help foster curiosity and empower...

911! We have a cuteness emegency! Can Doctor Baby answer the call? Discover all the ways babies of today can become doctors of tomorrow.

For as long as Phoebe can remember, she's known the clickety click click of a photographer snapping her picture. Thanks to the camera-carrying "paparazzi" (aka Mom and Dad), she's always been the star of the show . . . until the day a tiny newcomer arrives on set. Will Phoebe learn to share the spotlight and assume the role she was born to play: big sister? This sweet tale of sibling rivalry resolved is perfect for every older brother and sister.