Homestead Kid is a fresh perspective of pioneering the rugged Alaskan interior. Cherie recounts her personal experiences in a child's point of view from age five to nineteen. Her family moved to Alaska in the 1970s with seven kids and a dream of living off the grid. Alaskan Homestead Kid deals with many interesting and dangerous situations and people as she survives this far-north adventure. Read more
“Roald Dahl sometimes shared a tonal kinship with Ogden Nash, and he could demonstrate a verbal inventiveness nearly Seussian…[His] stories work better in audio than in print.” – The New York Times Where did Roald Dahl get all of his wonderful ideas for stories? From his own life, of course! As full of excitement and the unexpected as his world-famous, best-selling books, Roald Dahl's tales of his own childhood are completely fascinating and fiendishly funny. Did you know that Roald Dahl nearly lost his nose in a car accident? Or that he was once a chocolate candy tester for Cadbury's? Have you heard about his involvement in the Great Mouse Plot of 1924? If not, you don’t yet know all there is to know about Roald Dahl. Sure to captivate and delight you, the boyhood antics of this master storyteller are not to be missed! Read more
A superpowered special edition of Cece Bell’s #1 New York Times bestselling graphic novel El Deafo with 40 pages of all-new material. Cece Bell’s #1 New York Times bestseller graphic novel El Deafo is the origin story of a student with hearing loss and a hearing aid becoming a superhero. Newbery Honor Winner * Now an Apple+ Animated TV Series! Starting at a new school is scary, especially with a giant hearing aid strapped to your chest! At her old school, everyone in Cece’s class was deaf. Here, she’s different. She’s sure the kids are staring at the Phonic Ear, the powerful aid that will help her hear her teacher. Too bad it also seems certain to repel potential friends. Then Cece makes a startling discovery. With the Phonic Ear, she can hear her teacher not just in the classroom, but anywhere her teacher is in the school—in the hallway . . . in the teacher’s lounge . . . in the bathroom! This is power. Maybe even superpower! Cece is on her way to becoming El Deafo, Listener for All. But the funny thing about being a superhero is that it’s just another way of feeling different . . . and lonely. Can Cece channel her powers into finding the thing she wants most: a true friend? El Deafo is a book that will entertain children, give hearing-impaired children a hero of their own, and challenge others to consider an experience unlike their own. Like other great works for children, it provides the opportunity for young readers to consider how they would act or react in a similar situation, helping to build empathy and understanding through the power of story. El Deafo: Superpowered Edition is a must-have collector’s edition for existing fans and the perfect gift for new readers, with 40 all-new pages of childhood photographs, early sketches, notes from Cece, and much more! Read more
WHEN YOU GROW up in a small town in the north woods, you have to make your own excitement. High spirits, idiocy, and showing off for the girls inspire Gary Paulsen and his friends to attempt: • Shooting waterfalls in a barrel • The first skateboarding • Breaking the world record for speed on skis by being towed behind a souped-up car, and then . . . hitting gravel • Jumping three barrels like motorcycle daredevil Evel Knievel, except they only have bikes • Wrestling . . . a bear? Extreme sports lead to extreme fun in new tales from Gary’s boyhood. A New York Times Bestseller Read more
The inspiring story of Frederick Banting, who discovered insulin. His historic contributions to the medical field, and selfless sale of his patent for just one dollar, changed the course of patients managing diabetes forever. Ideal for diabetic children and their families, readers who love biography and science, and fans of Digestion! The Musical . Frederick Banting was a shy boy who loved to care for the animals on his family farm. When they were sick, he searched for ways to make them better. When Frederick grew up, he remained curious about how to treat and cure illnesses, so he became a doctor and a teacher. After teaching his medical students about diabetes, his curiosity led him to discover insulin, which saves millions of lives worldwide today. Frederick could have gotten rich from his discovery, but he sold his formula for only a dollar, saying, “Insulin does not belong to me. It belongs to the world.” With bright, cheerful illustrations and informative back matter about insulin and diabetes, It Belongs to the World is an inspiring story of a curious boy who grew up to change medicine and countless lives for the better. Read more
Paolo Hewitt is the celebrated biographer of amongst others, Oasis, Alan McGee and the mercurial footballer, Robin Friday. He is a successful journalist who has made numerous TV and radio appearances. Yet behind this veneer, lies a troubled past, which this moving autobiography seeks to come to terms with. Paolo Hewitt was put into care at a very early age following his mother's breakdown. He was placed with a foster family where he was regularly beaten and humiliated by the mother, after enduring years of her destructive anger and sbusive behaviour he rebelled and was sent to an orphanage. He was ten years old. This is a compelling story that vividly details what life was like for kids in a British orphanage in the '70s. It has been written for all those children who, in the author's own words, 'go to sleep at night believing the world to be a dark, terrible place'. this book addresses the emotional struggle which children who lived in the orphanage faced and seeks to address the feelings of fear and rejection which afflict so many children without a normal family life. The Looked-After Kids is a poignant, well-observed and riveting tale of love, luck, broken promises, compassion, illicit sex and loyalty amongst friends. Read more
Middle School Sleuths: A True Story of Courage, Compassion, and a Life-Changing Service Learning Project �� What happens when a group of middle school students take on a real-life mystery from the Holocaust? In this powerful nonfiction story, young investigators uncover the lost history of two child refugees who escaped Nazi Germany in 1938. Separated for 73 years , these Holocaust survivors had no way of finding each other—until a group of determined middle schoolers embarked on a service learning project that would change their lives forever. �� Inside this inspirational children's Holocaust book, readers will discover: ✔️ A real-life detective story where students track down historical records, photos, and documents ✔️ The moving reunion of two unaccompanied child refugees decades after their separation ✔️ A powerful example of how young people can make a difference in preserving history ✔️ An engaging, classroom-ready resource for middle school education, Holocaust studies, and service learning projects ✨ As featured on Oprah! This gripping true story of resilience and immigration is an essential addition to any collection of Holocaust books for kids, educational nonfiction, and middle school history books . �� Perfect for: ✅ Middle school and upper elementary classrooms ✅ Holocaust education and biography projects ✅ Students interested in real-life mysteries and history ✅ Service learning and social justice discussions �� Empower young readers with this unforgettable story of courage, perseverance, and the power of youth-led action. ➡️ Order your copy today and inspire the next generation of history detectives! Read more
"A tribute to Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg that does more than catalog her achievements; it conveys her spirit, one that will leave readers in awe."* This New York Times bestselling version of the acclaimed biography Notorious RBG is an excellent way to share with middle grade readers just why Justice Ginsburg was such a powerful role model. This entertaining and insightful full-color 200-page young readers’ edition mixes pop culture, humor, and expert analysis for a remarkable account of the indomitable Ruth Bader Ginsburg: Heroine. Trailblazer. Pioneer. Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg was an icon to millions. Her tireless fight for equality and women’s rights inspired not only great strides in the workforce but impacted the law of the land. This accessible biography of this fierce woman, detailing her searing dissents and powerful jurisprudence, is a keeper. As School Library Journal* noted, "This version shares the same knockout formatting as the adult edition: a plethora of photographs and images leaving nary a page unadorned." Hand your middle grade reader this powerful and highly readable biography of Ruth Bader Ginsburg. Includes a timeline, glossary, source list, index, and even a section that puts legal terms in plain English. Read more
Raina Telgemeier's #1 New York Times bestselling, Eisner Award-winning graphic memoir based on her childhood! Raina just wants to be a normal sixth grader. But one night after Girl Scouts she trips and falls, severely injuring her two front teeth. What follows is a long and frustrating journey with on-again, off-again braces, surgery, embarrassing headgear, and even a retainer with fake teeth attached. And on top of all that, there's still more to deal with: a major earthquake, boy confusion, and friends who turn out to be not so friendly. Read more
One of the bestselling books of all time-- now a captivating graphic novel! It's World War II. Darkness has fallen over the world as the Nazis spread fear and hatred. No one feels safe. But on a city corner in Holland one woman fights against injustice and darkness. In a quiet watchmaking shop, Corrie ten Boom and her close-knit family risk their lives to hide hundreds of Jews and others hunted by the Nazis in a secret hiding place they built into the old building. Until one day when Corrie and her family are betrayed. They're captured and sent in cattle cars to the notorious Nazi concentration camps to die. Yet even in that darkest of places, Corrie still fights. This is her incredible true story, now a visually stunning graphic novel. With more than 1,500 engaging full-color illustrations, this real-life heroine comes to life--showing how even in the most desperate, loneliest, and darkest of times, faith, hope, and love will ultimately triumph. "There is no pit so deep that God's love is not deeper still."--Corrie ten Boom "This graphic adaptation . . . beautifully captures the essence of sacrifice, bravery, and love for others."-- Kirkus Reviews "In addition to being unreservedly recommended for personal reading lists, it will prove to be a singular popular addition to family, elementary school, middle school, and community library Graphic Novel collections."-- Midwest Book Review Read more
Discover the life of Ruth Bader Ginsburg―A story about fighting for justice, for kids ages 6 to 9 Ruth Bader Ginsburg was the second woman ever to serve as a judge on the Supreme Court of the United States. Before she fought for equal rights and made history, Ruth was a curious kid who loved to read stories about strong women. In school, Ruth wished girls could have as many opportunities as boys. She soon learned that by studying and working hard, she could change her life―and the world. Explore how she went from a Jewish girl during World War II to one of the most celebrated leaders in America. Independent reading ―This Ruth Bader Ginsburg biography is broken down into short chapters and simple language so kids 6 to 9 can read and learn on their own. Critical thinking ―Kids will learn the Who, What, Where, When, Why, and How of Ruth's life, find definitions of new words, discussion questions, and more. A lasting legacy ―Find out how Ruth made the world a better place for future generations, including you! How will her dedication and strong beliefs inspire you? Discover activists, artists, athletes, and more from all across history with the rest of The Story Of series, including famous figures like: Albert Einstein, Anne Frank, Ruby Bridges, Amelia Earhart, and Frida Kahlo. Read more
“Keep the hogs away from there or I’ll put welts on your butt a calf could suck.” It wasn’t profanity. It was punctuation. Welts on Your Butt a Calf Could Suck is a collection of small-town stories from the gravel roads and hog lots of northwest Missouri — where dinner came at noon, supper came at sundown, 4-H wasn’t just an after-school activity, and life’s best lessons were often learned the hard way (and sometimes barefoot). With warmth, humor, and just the right touch of grit, longtime farm broadcaster and community advocate Tom Brand shares tales of faith, family, fences, feed buckets, and the kind of characters you don’t forget. Some stories will make you laugh. Others might bring a lump to your throat. A few might hit closer to home than you'd expect. Whether you’re a farm kid at heart, someone who grew up knowing which rows to walk in a bean field, or just love stories that feel like they’re told from across a kitchen table — this book is for you. Read more
