Selected Works

Memoirs and biographies
THE IRON BUTTERFLY: MEMOIR OF A MARTIAL ARTS MASTER
An inspirational memoir of the highest ranking woman in Kuk Sool Won
Nonfiction, science, medicine, health
Autism and Asperger Syndrome, 2011
Learn the possible causes of autism and Asperger Syndrome, new treatments and diagnostic tools, and more in this insightful overview.
Nonfiction, science, intermediate school readers
SECRET OF THE SLEEPLESS WHALES...AND MORE!Society of School Librarians International Honor AWARD IN SCIENCE 2008!
What is the secret of the sleepless whales?Join the scientists and their animal partners in a amazing adventure that will reveal the secrets of these amazing aquatic mammals! Find out...
A Day in the Life of the Brain (read an excerpt here)
It doesn't look cool and it doesn't feel pleasant, but it rules everything you do. The brain is the most intriguing and still mysterious organ in the body. Follow fellow classmate Mark through a regular day and see how his brain makes it possible for him to learn, feel pain, get stressed, and have fun.
Edward Jenner Conqueror of Smallpox (read reviews here)
The fascinating life of the 19th Century British doctor who discovered the first safe vaccine against smallpox, the most deadly disease of his time.
"Fires" BOOKS
Fires are one type of disasters that grab media news because they impact people's lifes dramatically and present an impressive display of fury and destruction. This work will lively describe famous fire disasters in cities and nature, and also discuss current debates, and modes of prevention and combating this relentless powerful element.
Periodicals/Nonfiction Articles
The Kids Who Fought Smallpox
The story of how 19th century Spanish orphans carried a life-saving vaccine in their bodies to America.
Colour Is the “Mane” Thing
“I found it cool that lion’s health can be determined by its looks.”
--Keegan, age 12

A Day in the Life of the Brain

BEST BOOKS LIST 2007 AWARD, Science Books & Films

It is the ultimate boss; the brain rules all your actions, thoughts, and feelings. In spite of its importance, we know the boss very little. Scientists today are deeply involved in brain research; it's one of the hottest research topics of the 21st Century! Meet 12-year-old Mark and discover what happens in his brain when he learns math at school, when he speaks and listens, when he gets stressed out or in pain, and when he sleeps. Mark will also show you myths and facts about the brain and activities to keep it sharp all your life.


ISBN: 0-7910-8947-9

After you read the excerpt, don't you wonder, how will Mark solve his problem? The answer is in his brain, of course! Read on to get to know a little better the most important organ in your body.