Books about Mackinac from Amazon.com

From the author and illustrator of the children's classic The Legend of Sleeping Bear comes the The Legend of Mackinac Island, a tale of the painted turtle Makinauk, his animal friends, and their discovery of Land.

Once again, the paintings of Gijsbert van Frankenhuyzen breathe new life into Native American lore with grace and style. His use of color is breathtaking; the texture of his work - deep, rich and inviting. From the great and wise turtle Makinauk, to the loon, to even the little muskrat, the characters in The Legend of Mackinac Island pull youngsters from their world of reality into a time long ago when water covered the Earth, a time with no dry land to rest on.

Author Kathy-jo Warjin provides the framework on which van Frankenhuyzen's paitings are supported..
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When war erupts between England and America in 1812, it brings change and uncertainty—even to Michigan’s remote Mackinac Island. For young Mary O’Shea, the hardest change is the departure of her father, who leaves Mackinac to join the American Army. With her sister and brother, Mary must tend the farm, deal with the hardships of British occupation, and hope for the safe return of their father. ‘The story, told with quiet humor, brings to life this episode in history. The readers feels the beauty of the island, the pain of separation, [and] the anxiety and fear produced by war.’—V. ‘[S]mooth writing, vivid characters, and strong sense of place make this a good choice for libraries and a treasure for ones in the Great Lakes area.’—BL.

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Where do Petoskey stones come from? Perhaps the answer lies in the discovery that Mother Bear has been leaving her tears all over the beaches of Lake Michigan for hundreds of years. Walk the shores of Lake Michigan with Grandpa and his grandchildren on their rock-hunting expedition, in search of the great Petoskey stone. Grandpa passes on the age old Ojibwe Sleeping Bear legend, and reveals the untold story of the Tears of Mother Bear. So . . .take a stroll on the beach and see if you can find any tears of Mother Bear..
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What would happen if the Great Lakes drained away? This unique and thought-provoking children's book shows the bizarre landscape that would be revealed if all the water of the Great Lakes were to suddenly disappear. The book taps into and unlocks a timeless mystery for both children and adults -- just what is under all that water? Everyone will be surprised. We would see huge mountains and caves at the bottom of Lake Huron, tall peaks rising from the floor of Lake Superior, mighty freighters would sit helplessly on the bottom -- you could even walk to Mackinac Island! This book serves to entertain, but also to educate children and adults about the amazing newly discovered geologic features under the Great Lakes. Most importantly the book will remindus to never take this natural wonder for granted..
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A celebration of one's own self-esteem Join a disheartened yet triumphant little boy as he journeys through the exploration of his own magnificence. He quickly discovers, after trying to keep up with his peers, that his own idea of average is more unique and outstanding than he ever imagined..
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What happened to the owls, our time keepers of the woods? Why don t they give a hoot anymore? Who is chopping down all of the trees, and why? Join Buck Wilder, everyone's favorite outdoorsman, and his forest friends as they seek, and find, the answers to these mysteries and more. The Buck Wilder's Adventures Series takes children on an outdoor romp that leads to an important environmental lesson, plus a secret message hidden in the pages..
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Why would ants need to dig to China? In their greedy search for more food these ants create a road block in the forest, wreaking havoc among the animal trails. Join Buck Wilder, everyone s favorite outdoorsman, and his forest friends on this great adventure The Buck Wilder's Adventures Series takes children on an outdoor adventure that leads to an important lesson about nature. Plus, there is a secret message hidden in every book..
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Why would anyone steal stinky POOP? It's a mystery, but without the familiar scent, the animals can't find their way around the forest. Join Buck Wilder, everyone's favorite outdoorsman, and his forest friends as they seek, and find, the answer. The Buck Wilder's Adventures Series takes children on an outdoor romp that leads to an important outdoor lesson, plus a secret message hidden in the pages..
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