Jack leaves the comfort of his aunt's Boston home lured west by the California Gold Rush. Accompanied by his aunt's British butler, Praiseworthy and Jack find not just riches to save his aunt but lots of memorable characters and lots of adventure.
Twelve-year old Oliver is kidnapped, pressed into service on a pirate ship, and finds adventure that includes outwitting a ghost who guards pirate treasure. Rich language is used in this fast-paced, exhilarating adventure tale.
Three outrageous tales told by Josh McBroom, the farmer of an amazing one-acre farm, are compiled here, just right for reading and laughing out loud: "McBroom Makes Rain," "McBroom's Ghost," and "McBroom's Zoo."
McBroom aims to se the record straight telling his outlandish adventures that start with "McBroom Tells the Truth," "McBroom and the Big Wind," and "McBroom's Ear." Read these aloud and the laughs are sure to follow!
Told with verve and humor, Newbery-winner Sid Fleischman recalls his early years in San Diego during the Depression, reveals how he became captivated by magic, theater, and story — all of which influenced the man he grew into.
Dream Freedom is based on a real-life teacher and her students who worked to make a difference in the lives of Dinka slaves in modern day Africa.
Gunnar Umlaut says he only has six months to live. So eighth-grader Anthony "Antsy" Bonano does the only thing he can think of to help-he gives Gunnar a month of his own life.
Nick and Allie head toward the light after a head-on car accident, but the teens — strangers to each other — collide again and don't quite make it.
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When Thembi's family learns that South Africa will hold elections, her 100-year-old grandmother announces that she too will vote now that she has the opportunity.
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Did you know that as a boy, Pelé played soccer in bare feet with a grapefruit instead of a soccer ball? Monica Brown shares the inspirational story of the beloved soccer star's rise from humble beginnings to becoming El rey del fútbol.