Spring-PB Taback upbeat jumping-off point for discussions

upbeat jumping-off point for discussions of the importance and wonder of our world's natural habitats and ecosystems

Sofia (aka Sofi) misses her Abuelo and wonders what she can do about the dangerous Mount Trashmore

the merman Triton

1925 2000) got his start in publishing by designing book covers for such New York houses as Doubleday

tries something new that both realize Charlie can be a great artist at school and at home

Spring-PB Taback upbeat jumping-off point for discussionsBy the last throes of winter, we all are eagerly waiting for the resurrection of springtime. We watch for signs of it. A sudden newness arrives, which speaks to hearts that have held out through the winter. Along with the rebirth, there is a solid recognition of age, for spring is an ancient renewal. Spring: A Spiritual Biography of the Season explores this delicate balance between the new and the ancient, evoking our sense that springtime is a time