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      Book cover of "ABC Book" by CB Falls. Red cover with title and author in bold black font. Square, wood cut illustration of elephant.

      The ABC Book

      9781429096874
      With its bold designs and striking color, this ABC book, originally illustrated in 1923 by acclaimed American artist Charles Buckles Falls, continues to enchant modern readers.
      $19.95
      Book cover of "A Planet Like Ours" with color illustration of eight children outside under a tree.

      A Planet Like Ours

      9781534111530
      This book celebrates all the wonderful, miraculous, astounding qualities of our Earth while inspiring how to protect it for future generations.
      $17.95
      B is for Badger Cover with red title and red book border featuring an illustrated badger in front of a lake.

      B is for Badger: A Wisconsin Alphabet

      9781585361359
      This big picture book, with its charming artwork, showcases the many unique splendors and attractions of Wisconsin.
      $19.00
      Book cover of "Badger's Perfect Garden" with illustration of a badger, weasel, red squirrel, and a dormouse weeding the garden. Green leaves, yellow flowers, and purple flowers blow around in the wind.

      Badger's Perfect Garden

      9781534110892
      "Badger's Perfect Garden" encourages young readers to imagine the wonderful possibilities that may occur when life and nature have other plans.
      $9.95
      Book cover of "F is for Feathers" with color illustration of adult owl with two fledgling owls in tree.

      F is for Feathers: A Bird Alphabet

      9781534111400
      Through poetry and sidebar text, this fully illustrated picture book explores all aspects of bird life, from physical characteristics to types of habitat.
      $17.95
      Book cover of "H is for Honey Bee" with full color illustration of honey bee in flight. Beekeepers in field in background.

      H is for Honey Bee: A Beekeeping Alphabet

      9781534110700
      Beautiful artwork, poems, and additional text will make this a hit with all age-groups. Hardcover.
      $17.95
      Book cover of Baby Piglet featuring her cloth finger puppet head

      Baby Piglet - Finger Puppet Board Book

      9781452170787
      Meet Baby Piglet! This children's board book features an attached cloth finger puppet for the delight of young readers.
      $6.99
      Birds of North Woods Activity Book in Yellow with colored graphic of bird eating worm.

      Birds of the Northwoods Activity Book

      9781591931669
      A fun way to learn about birds with 50 color-by-number illustrations.
      $7.95
      Book cover of "Beginnings" by Thomas D. Peacock with color illustration of a landscape with lake, trees, and sky. Title in bold white font.

      Beginnings: The Homeward Journey of Donovan Manypenny

      90000483
      Heartfelt and bittersweet and layered with meaning, this book will resonate with anyone who longs to make the journey home, wherever that may be.
      $15.95
      Book cover for "Birding for Beginners - Midwest" with title on top in bold red font and color photo of woodpecker on tree trunk.

      Birding for Beginners: Midwest

      9781647551155
      Your guide to feeders, food, and the most common backyard birds. Give birding a try, and get started with the guidance of an expert!
      $16.95
      The Boy From Pickerel Lake: A Dakota Story book cover with black and white drawing image

      The Boy From Pickerel Lake | A Dakota Story

      9781732770645
      An inspiring tale about a young Dakota basketball player whose determination and courage lead him through adversities. Set in 1930's South Dakota.
      $11.95
      Book cover of "Brownie the War Dog" with title in bold red font over illustration of a dog, a boy, and a veteran.

      Brownie the War Dog: Veterans' Best Friend

      9781976600135
      The true story of a family pet who served in WWII and went on to become a friend to wounded veterans
      $17.95
      Casper Jaggi book cover featuring blue border and then yellow cheese colored with image of Casper Jaggi

      Casper Jaggi: Master Swiss Cheese Maker

      9780870203923
      Paperback: $12.95
      96 pages, 51 photos and illus., 3 maps, 7 x 9"
      ISBN: 9780870203923

      Published by Wisconsin Historical Society Press

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      $12.95
      Cindy Bentley book cover featuring image of Cindy surrounded by brown with blue border

      Cindy Bentley: Spirit of a Champion

      9780870204562
      Paperback
      102 pages, 60 b/w photos and illus., 7 x 9"
      ISBN: 9780870204562

      Published by Wisconsin Historical Society Press

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      $12.95
      Caroline Quarlls book cover with graphic of Caroline surrounded by blue and dark blue border

      Caroline Quarlls and the Underground Railroad

      9780870203886
      Paperback: $12.95
      120 pages, 43 photos, 6 maps, 7 x 9"
      ISBN: 9780870203886

      Published by Wisconsin Historical Society Press

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      $12.95
      Cordelia Harvey book cover featuring  image of Cordelia surrounded by pink and brown border

      Cordelia Harvey: Civil War Angel

      9780870204586
      Paperback: $12.95
      128 pages, 55 b/w photos and 7 maps, 7 x 9"
      ISBN: 9780870204586

      Published by Wisconsin Historical Society Press

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      $12.95
      Cris Plata book cover featuring image of Cris surrounded by orange and blue border

      Cris Plata: From Fields to Stage / Del Campo al Escenario

      9780870206382
      Paperback: $12.95
      160 pages, 45 b&w photos, 2 maps
      ISBN: 9780870206382

      Published by Wisconsin Historical Society Press

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      $12.95
      The Dancers book cover featuring drawing graphic of young girl dressed in yellow and red

      The Dancers

      90000480
      A heartwarming children's story about a young Native girl and her family.
      $10.99
      Book cover of children's book, "Death's Door", with illustration of a wooden sailing vessel in stormy waters.

      Death's Door: True Tales of Tragedy, Mystery, and Bravery from the Great Lakes' Most Dangerous Waters

      9781976600159
      This beautifully illustrated book relates dramatic moments from Great Lakes maritime history in a graphic-novel style. For children 8-11.
      $14.95
      Dr. Kate book cover featuring image of Dr.Kate surrounded by pink and brown border

      Dr. Kate: Angel on Snowshoes

      9780870204210
      Paperback: $12.95
      104 pages, 56 b/w photos, 7 x 9"
      ISBN: 9780870204210

      Published by Wisconsin Historical Society Press

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      $12.95
      Eat Rutabagas book cover with farmer and young boy standing in front of green field

      Eat Rutabagas

      9781930596085
      Hardcover: $10.00
      28 pages, color illustrations, 8 x 0.3 x 8
      ISBN: 9781930596085
      $10.00
      Electa Quinney book cover featuring image of Electa surrounded by brown and green border

      Electa Quinney: Stockbridge Teacher

      9780870206412
      Paperback: $12.95
      128 pages, 45 b&w photos and illus., 1 map
      ISBN:9780870206412

      Published by Wisconsin Historical Society Press

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      $12.95
      Father Groppi book cover featuring  group marching for civil rights surrounded by blue with yellow border

      Father Groppi: Marching for Civil Rights

      9780870205750
      Paperback: $12.95
      156 pages, 60 b/w photos, 7x9
      ISBN: 978-0-87020-575-0

      Published by Wisconsin Historical Society Press

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      $12.95
      Picture of The Fishermen, the Horse, and the Sea

      The Fishermen, the Horse, and the Sea

      9780870209796
      Based on a true story of the dramatic rescue of young Lester Smith and his family after a violent storm hits their town of Port Washington on the shores of Lake Michigan. Beautifully illustrated and wonderfully written.
      $17.95
      Flavor of Wisconsin for Kids book cover with illustrations of picnic cloth with apple pie and corn

      Flavor of Wisconsin for Kids: A Feast of History, with Stories and Recipes Celebrating the Land and People of Our State

      9780870204937
      Hardcover: $18.95
      192 pages
      ISBN: 9780870204937

      Published by Wisconsin Historical Society Press
      $18.95
      Book cover of "Firefly" by Betsy Albert-Peacock with color illustration of two small school dormatories under a night sky.

      Firefly: A Boarding School Story

      90000594
      A hauntingly beautiful story about a little girl, Firefly, who is taken away from her grandmother and put in mission school. A must read Native boarding school story.
      $11.95
      Book cover of "Following My Spirit Home" by Sam Zimmerman with artistic rendering of two birds at sunset on the left and the title on the right.

      Following My Spirit Home: A Collection of Paintings and Stories

      9781681342771
      Artist Sam Zimmerman / Zhaawanoogiizhik explores nature, family, and Ojibwe culture through his painting, personal stories and stories handed down through generations.
      $29.95
      Forever Sky book cover with illustration of orange starry sky and man and young child standing

      The Forever Sky

      10000427
      Wonderful children's story about the strength in passing down stories about life and death through generations. Beautifully illustrated!
      $16.95 $12.71
      Book cover of "Wolf's Trail" novel by Thomas Peacock with illustration of a nighttime lakeshore scene with swirling, starry sky and wolf howling.

      The Wolf's Trail: An Ojibwe Story, Told by Wolves

      90000484
      Stories of the Ojibwe people told from the perspective of an elderly wolf. A profound blend of histlry, spirituality, and a dash of wolf wisdom and humor.
      $16.95
      Floppers & Loppers Cover with a photo of a deer and its big ears.

      Floppers & Loppers Board Book

      12008
      Take a close look at animal ears in this fun and informative board book for young learners. Includes real animal photos and engaging facts about wildlife.
      $8.95
      Fran and Frederick Hamerstrom book cover featuring image of Fran and Frederick surrounded by green with yellow border

      Fran and Frederick Hamerstrom: Wildlife Conservation Pioneers

      9780870207327
      A Badger Biography
      Paperback: $12.95
      136 pages, 55 B&W photos
      ISBN:9780870207327

      Published by Wisconsin Historical Society Press

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      $12.95
      Freedom Train North book cover featuring illustrations of underground railroad

      Freedom Train North: Stories of the Underground Railroad in Wisconsin

      9780870204746
      Paperback: $15.95
      136 pages, 42 b/w photos and 11 maps, 8 x 9
      ISBN:9780870204746

      Published by Wisconsin Historical Society Press

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      $15.95
      Gaylord Nelson book cover featuring image of Gaylord surrounded by green with blue border

      Gaylord Nelson: Champion for Our Earth

      9780870204432
      Paperback: $12.95
      120 pages, 81 b/w photos, and maps 7 x 9
      ISBN: 9780870204432

      Published by Wisconsin Historical Society Press

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      $12.95
      Book cover of "Ghostly Tales of Wisconsin" with illustration of a spider web and spider over a dark green background.

      Ghostly Tales of Wisconsin

      9781647553111
      Embrace your fears with twenty-eight of Wisconsin's spookiest stories!
      $9.95
      Great Ships on the Great Lakes book cover featuring underwater scuba and sunken ship

      Great Ships on the Great Lakes: A Maritime History

      9780870205828
      Great Ships on the Great Lakes tells of the sea battles, treacherous storms, and unexpected tragedies that sent thousands of ships to the bottom of these so-called low seas. Designed for the upper elementary classroom with emphasis on Michigan and Wisconsin.
      $18.95
      Goodnight Krampus Board Book Cover featuring illustrated Krampus holding a candy cane.

      Goodnight Krampus Board Book

      9780996578721
      This bedtime story brims with holiday cheer! Santa's helper, Krampus, is ready for Christmas!
      $13.95 $10.46
      Book cover of "Happy Llamakkah!" with light blue background and family of llamas gathered around a gold menorah with dark blue candles.

      Happy Llamakkah! A Hanukkah Story

      9781419743146
      Dreidels to spin. Pennies to win. Big llama grin. Happy Llamakkah!
      $14.99 $11.24
      Book cover of "H is for Hook" featuring full color illustration of a large bass fish biting at a mayfly. In the background, two kids sit on a dock with fishing poles.

      H is for Hook: A Fishing Alphabet

      9781585363476
      For young anglers everywhere, reading "H is for Hook" is the next best thing to being at the end of a fishing pole waiting for that big bite.
      $17.95
      Book cover of "Hodag: A Happy the Hodag Book" with title at the top in large font and illustration of green hodag in the foreground.

      Hodag: A Happy the Hodag Book

      130001112
      A rhyming picture book filled with optimism and encouragement for the hodag in all of us!
      $9.95
      Book cover for "How Do You Say Good Night?" Light blue background with small illustrations of sheep and sleepy children.

      How Do You Say Goodnight? Board Book

      9781534431591
      Say "Good Night" in ten different languages from around the world! A board book for young readers.
      $7.99
      Book cover of "Hummingbird and the Little People" with a color illustration of a girl sleeping at the base of  a tree in the woods. Two little people watch her.

      Hummingbird and the Little People (and a VERY big person too)

      9798985152784
      A young girl, Hummingbird (Nenookass) chases a squirrel and becomes lost in the woods. Thankfully, she finds the helpful little people (memegwesiwag) who help her get back home with the assistance of the giant, Sabe. Beautifully illustrated.
      $11.95
      I Heart Architecture With Frank Lloyd Wright front cover with uncolored images of architecture

      I Heart Architecture With Frank Lloyd Wright Activity Book

      40000241
      Fun and creative activity book featuring the famed Wisconsin architect's wildly colorful and dynamic designs.
      $12.99
      Joyce Westerman book cover featuring image of Joyce surrounded by white with black border

      Joyce Westerman: Baseball Hero

      9780870204869
      A Badger Biography
      Paperback: $12.95
      120 pages, 64 b/w photos and 1 map, 7 x 9
      ISBN: 9780870204869

      Published by Wisconsin Historical Society Press
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      $12.95
      Juliette Kinzie book cover featuring illustration of Juliette surrounded by yellow with blue border

      Juliette Kinzie: Frontier Storyteller

      9780870207013
      Paperback: $12.95
      123 pages, 65 B&W images, 2 maps, 7x9
      ISBN: 9780870207013

      Published by Wisconsin Historical Society Press

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      $12.95
      Book cover of "Joy to the World: Christmas Around the Globe." Red cover with illustrations of ornaments and six children.

      Joy To The World: Christmas Around the Globe

      9781646862979
      Explore Christmas traditions from 13 different countries! Rhyming text and detailed, festive illustrations.
      $17.99
      Book cover of "Let's Celebrate Special Days Around the World" showing an illustration of six happy children with the title above in bold orange font.

      Let's Celebrate Special Days Around the World

      PUT-BB16
      Learn about special days in 13 countries through lyrical text and festive illustrations! Includes educational notes and calendar.
      $17.99
      Les Paul book cover featuring image of Les holding guitar surrounded by blue with orange border

      Les Paul: Guitar Wizard

      9780870204883
      Paperback: $12.95
      112 pages, 60 b/w photos, and 5 maps, 7 x 9
      ISBN:9780870204883

      Published by Wisconsin Historical Society Press

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      $12.95
      Book cover of "Little Dandelion" with illustration of a personified yellow dandelion with bumblebee. Title in bold, brown font.

      Little Dandelion

      9781736949337
      In this charming and fully illustrated Ojibwe story, a young dandelion learns about the stages of life with the support of his parents and grandmother.
      $12.95
      Book cover of "Little People of the Dawn" with illustration of a small penninsula or promontory in a lake or stream with green hills on the horizon. Orange sky.

      Little People of the Dawn

      9798986298184
      A beautiful Passamaqoddy story about a young girl who comes upon the little people. A lesson in the need to preserve our languages and culture.
      $11.95
      Book cover of "The Little People and the Water of Life" showing a an illustration of a Native girl standing with a turtle and bird at her side and a "little person" on her shoulder. A maple tree is in the background, with a little person peeking around from behind the trunk.

      The Little People and the Water of Life

      9781736949375
      A beautifully told and illustrated story of when the little people gave the Anishinabe people the gift of maple syrup.
      $10.00
      Lucius Fairchild book cover featuring graphic of Lucius surrounded by light brown with dark brown border

      Lucius Fairchild: A Civil War Hero

      9780870204609
      Paperback: $12.95
      112 pages, 29 b/w photos and 8 maps, 7 x 9"
      ISBN: 9780870204609

      Published by Wisconsin Historical Society Press

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      $12.95
      Mai Ya's Long Journey book cover featuring image of Mai surrounded by pink with green border

      Mai Ya's Long Journey

      9780870203657
      Mai Ya's Long Journey follows Mai Ya Xiong, a young Hmong woman, from her childhood in Thailand's Ban Vinai Refugee Camp to her current home in Wisconsin.

      Published by Wisconsin Historical Society Press

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      $12.95
      Modern Jungles book cover featuring bold yellow title and blue, purple, and green trees in background

      Modern Jungles: A Hmong Refugee's Childhood Story of Survival

      9780870209598
      After a difficult and perilous journey that neither of his parents survived, five-year-old Pao Lor reached the safety of Thailand, but the young refugee boy's challenges were only just beginning.

      Published by Wisconsin Historical Society Press
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      $20.00
      Museum Trip - book cover

      Museum Trip

      9781328740519
      Take a playful trip to the museum in this wordless picture book. Use your imagination to tell the story!
      $7.99 $5.99
      Ole Evinrude book cover featuring image of Ole surrounded by light blue with brown border

      Ole Evinrude and His Outboard Motor

      9780870204203
      Paperback: $12.95
      78 pages, 42 b/w photos, 1 map, 7 x 9"
      ISBN: 9780870204326

      Published by Wisconsin Historical Society Press

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      $12.95
      Book cover of "On the Shortest Day" featuring a landscape illustration of a frozen, snow-covered river with treeline in background. Colors include purple foreground with dark blue treeline and yellow sky.

      On the Shortest Day

      9781681341699
      Wander through the winter woods and along frozen creeks to observe eagles, deer, muskrats and other wildlife as the winter solstice arrives in the north woods. Beautifully painted full-page illustrations.
      $17.95
      Paws and Claws book cover with image of eagles claws

      Paws and Claws Board Book

      9781591934257
      A board book for beginning readers. Young readers will learn how different animals use their paws and claws!
      $8.95
      Colorful book cover of "Pinata in a Pine Tree" with an illustration of a green pine tree and young girl in a yellow dress holding sparklers. Title in multi-colored text on top.

      Piñata in a Pine Tree

      9780618841981
      This fully illustrated picture book is a festive Latino twist on "The Twelve Days of Christmas." On the fifth day of Christmas, my amiga gave to me, "cinco guitarritas, cuatro luminarias, tres tamalitos, dos pastelitos, and a pinata in a pine tree." Words in Spanish on every page with pronunciation guides and glossary.
      $17.99
      The Powwow Coloring and Activity Book cover with yellow and illustrated people

      The Powwow Coloring and Activity Book

      9780870208935
      The Ojibwe Traditions Coloring and Activity book series offers children and their families the opportunity to learn about Ojibwe Indian lifeways and teachings in an engaging and accessible manner.
      $5.99
      Book cover of "Quotations of John Muir" with small black and white portrait of Muir over a floral motif background.

      Quotations of John Muir

      9781429094733
      This pocket-sized hardcover book contains nearly one hundred quotations from renowned naturalist, John Muir.
      $12.95
      Rabbit and Otter book cover featuring illustration of rabbit and otter in field

      Rabbit and Otter | Waabooz miinawaa Nigig

      10000431
      A delightful story about a rabbit and otter who go harvesting wild rice. Written in English and Ojibwemowin.
      $10.00
      Cover of "Rabbit and Otter Go Sugarbushing" with illustration of a white rabbit and brown otter sitting together on the bank of a stream. Grassy meadow in the background and blue sky above.

      Rabbit and Otter Go Sugarbushing | Gii-iskigamizigewaad Waabooz miinawaa Nigig

      90000593
      Follow Rabbit and Otter as they go out to harvest maple sap and meet a new friend, Squirrel. Beautifully illustrated. In English and Ojibwemowin.
      $10.00
      A Recipe for Success book cover featuring illustration of Lizzie surrounded by green with purple border

      A Recipe for Success: Lizzie Kander and Her Cookbook

      9780870203732
      Paperback: $12.95
      144 pages, 78 photos and illus., 3 maps, 7 x 9"
      ISBN: 9780870203732

      Published by Wisconsin Historical Society Press

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      $12.95
      Rez Dog book cover featuring illustration of dog in front of road with traffic

      Rez Dog

      10000425
      A heartwarming children's story about a rescue dog and his journey to finding a new home!
      $10.00
      Richard Bong book cover featuring image of Richard surrounded by dark green with yellow border

      Richard Bong: World War II Flying Ace

      9780870204340
      Paperback: $12.95
      128 pages, 66 b/w photos and 2 maps, 7 x 9"
      ISBN: 9780870204340

      Published by Wisconsin Historical Society Press

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      $12.95
      Front cover of "T is for Touchdown" book with illustration of football players.

      T is for Touchdown: A Football Alphabet

      9781585363377
      Easy-to-read-aloud rhymes engage even the youngest of readers, while hardcore football fans will appreciate the engaging details from end zone to end zone.
      $7.95
      Book cover of "Seven Spools of Thread" showing an illustration of seven silhouetted figures standing together. Each person is dressed in red and each holds a ball of thread. The title, at the top of the cover, is in bold yellow font.

      Seven Spools of Thread: A Kwanzaa Story

      9780807573167
      Using the Nguzo Saba, "or seven principles" of Kwanzaa, the author creates a story that shows how family members can pull together for their own good and the good of the entire community.
      $7.99
      Book cover of "Silent Night" children's book with an illustration of a scene at night. There a dark sky with blue stars and angels. There is a white building  surrounded by scattered trees, and a few farm animals. In the center is a mother, father, and infant.

      Silent Night

      9781786030665
      Celebrate the magic of Christmas with this beautifully illustrated book based on the world's best-loved carol and reflecting the world's diversity.
      $15.99
      Snouts and Sniffers

      Snouts and Sniffers Board Book

      9781591934264
      A board book for beginning readers and animal lovers. Young readers will learn about different snouts and sniffers!
      $8.95
      Sport Ship Dog of the Great Lakes book cover featuring illustration of Sport in front of boat and lighthouse

      Sport: Ship Dog of the Great Lakes

      9780870209147
      In this beautifully illustrated children's book based on historical documents, readers share in Sport's adventures while discovering the various ways lighthouse tender ships helped keep the lake safe for others.
      $17.95
      The Sugarbush Coloring Book cover featuring illustrated tree in front of light yellow background

      The Sugarbush Coloring Book

      9780870208959
      The Ojibwe Traditions Coloring and Activity book series offers children and their families the opportunity to learn about Ojibwe Indian lifeways and teachings in an engaging and accessible manner.
      $5.99
      Stormy book cover featuring illustration of farmer holding cow on rope

      Stormy

      9781930596092
      Hardcover: $10
      32 pages, color illustrations, 8 x 0.3 x 8
      ISBN: 978-1-930596-09-2

      Published by The Guest Cottage, Inc.
      Distributed by the Wisconsin Historical Society Press


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      $10.00