Works by
Kelly Milner Halls
(Writer)

Children's Books

• Saving the Baghdad Zoo: A True Story of Hope and Heroes (February 9, 2010 release) by Kelly Milner Halls and William Sumner (Author, Illustrator)
  
  The Baghdad Zoo was once home to more than six hundred magnificent animals. But after the war in Iraq began in 2003, the city faced widespread destruction.
  
  When U. S. Army Captain William Sumner was asked to check out the state of the zoo, he found that it, too, was devastated. Hundreds of animals were missing, and the few remaining were in desperate need of care. And so Captain Sumner accepted a new mission. Together with an international team of zoologists, veterinarians, conservationists, and dedicated animal lovers, Captain Sumner worked tirelessly to save the neglected—but tenacious—animals of Baghdad.
  
  Saving the Baghdad Zoo tells the poignant stories of these remarkable animals. Meet the abandoned lions who roamed an empty palace with no food or drink; the camel, Lumpy, who survived transport through sniper fire; the tigers, Riley and Hope, who traveled 7,000 miles from home; and many more.
  
  The Baghdad Zoo, open once again to the people of Iraq, has become an oasis of hope and safety in a city where both are precious gifts.  Ages 9-12.

• Dinosaur Parade: A Spectacle of Prehistoric Proportions (2008) with Rick Spears, Illustrator
  Gigantic dinosaurs, tiny dinos, dinosaurs of every size: they’re gathered here for a big parade and kids are invited to join in the fun! These endlessly fascinating prehistoric creatures may have vanished from the Earth more than 60 million years ago, but this large-format picture book shows what it might be like to stand next to a real, live dinosaur. Colorful illustrations capture a happy procession of children marching alongside an array of dinosaurs; with just one look, young readers can put the relative sizes of human and beast in perspective—instantly making dinosaurs accessible.
  Dinosaur Parade answers all those endless questions, too: a simple rhyming text introduces nine well-known dinosaur groups, from Sauropods to Therizinosaurs. Children eager to learn more can delve into fascinating facts about over 60 dinosaurs at the bottom of the each page including their names, when they lived, and where they were found. The information is fabulous—but the contagiously joyful, festive feeling every picture conveys is even better!  Ages 9-12.

• Wild Horses: Galloping Through Time (2008) with Mark Hallett, Illustrator
  Wild horses - not domesticated breeds - from all over the world are presented in this book, along with a close look at the prehistoric horse-like animals and some famous horses and breeds in history and mythology.  Ages 9-12.

• Mysteries of the Mummy Kids (2007)
  King Tut was a teen—proving that not all mummies were old people. Around the world, Kelly takes readers on an adventure to find mummified children, many preserved by nature.  Ages 9-12.

• The Random House Dinosaur Travel Guide (2006) with Luis Rey, Illustrator
  Got a passion for paleo—or know someone who does? Then hit the road and travel to one of the dino-destinations featured in The Random House Dinosaur Travel Guide. From world-renowned paleontological museum collections to theme parks to roadside attractions, there’s something for everyone—everywhere!—in this priceless, practical, state-by-state guidebook. You’ll find listings of over 300 locations in the U.S. and Canada, cool graphics, a three-color interior, a guide to shopping for all things dinosaur related—plus a whole lot more!  Ages 4-8.

• Wild Dogs: Past & Present  (2005)
  Wolves, coyotes, foxes, and more! Learn about the history of wild dogs and their connection with our canine companions today.  Ages 9-12.

• Albino Animals (2004)
  This award-winning book teaches and shows kids what albinism really is. Gorgeous photography!  Ages 9-12.

• Dinosaur Mummies: Beyond Bare-Bone Fossils (2003)
  Fossilized dinosaur bones have intrigued us for hundreds of years. They help us understand how dinosaurs died millions of years ago. But a new trend in fossil finds is helping us discover how dinosaurs lived -- fossilized soft tissue: skin, muscle, internal organs, feathers, decorative frills. DINOSAUR MUMMIES explores six dinosaur individuals discovered with soft tissue fossilized along with their bones though interviews with the paleontologists who found them. It takes a fresh look at a long beloved topic -- dinosaurs of earth's prehistoric past. Ages 9-12.

• I Bought a Baby Chicken (2000) with Karen Stormer Brooks, Illustrator
  Learn to count with cute, silly chicks.  Ages 4-8.

• Kids Go! Denver: A Fun-Filled, Fact-Packed Travel & Activity Book (1996)
  Ages 9-12.

• Dino-Trekking: The Ultimate Dinosaur Lover's Travel Guide (1995)
  Looking for the best dinosaur museums? The oldest fossil exhibit? The widest selection of dinosaur memorabilia and souvenirs? This fun-filled, informative guide has the answers for die-hard dino-fans of all ages. You'll find: Listings of over 300 dinosaur sites across the United States and Canada—museums, nature preserves, even amusement parks Details on admission prices, refreshments, and travelers' conveniences A Dino-Shopping Guide with details on dozens of mail-order sources for games, toys, clothing, software, and more An illustrated "Who's Who"Dino-Identifier with fascinating profiles of seventy prehistoric creatures Interviews with top curators from each region
  
  A unique rating system helps you decide which places are best for your particular interests: No regular paleo exhibit—traveling exhibits booked from time to time. Strictly for fossil fanatics—not much on display, but if you're nearby with time to spare, consider the stop. Worth the detour if you're a real fossil fan—good paleo material, plus! Fossil fans shouldn't miss it! Premium paleo goods you won't soon forget!  Ages 9-12.

Cool Careers

• Cool Careers: Astronauts (July 15, 2009)

• Cool Careers: Virtual Reality Specialist (July 15, 2009)

Science Fair Projects

• Cells and Systems (2007)

• Forces and Motion (2007)

• Rocks and Minerals (2007)

• Science Projects: Pack A (2007)

• Science Fair Projects (Science Fair Projects (Paperback Tab) (2007)

Other

• Tales of the Cryptids: Creatures That May or May Not Exist (2006) by Kelly Milner Halls and Roxyanne Young with Rick Spears, Illustrator
  Hide-and-seek. For most people, it’s a child’s game. But for Halls, Spears, and Young, hide-and-seek is all about cryptids. These mysterious creatures have been hiding—some of them for centuries—from the seeking eyes and minds of top scientists, cryptozoologists, and everyday folks. And along the way, some surprises have come along . . . Hoaxes exposed . . . such as the Fiji mermaids, really only manmade statues of monkey heads and fish tails. Mysteries solved . . . such as the "extinct" prehistoric fish, the coelacanth, living in the deep oceans near Africa. But most cryptids remain hidden. In the dark forests, high mountains, and murky waters around the world, could there be a Bigfoot, a Yeti, or a Nessie? Look inside. There you will surely find
  Tales of the Cryptids…
  
  Mysterious Creatures That May or May Not Exist!  Ages 9-12.

• 365 After School Activities (2000) by Kelly Milner Halls, Lise Hoffman, Marilee Robin Burton, and Susan A Miller with George Ulrich, Illustrator

See Also

• Biography - Kelly Milner Halls (2007)
  An article from: Contemporary Authors Online by Gale Reference Team, Digital - HTML