Newbery Medalist Avi explores the American Revolution from a fresh perspective in the story of a young Loyalist turned British spy navigating patriotism and personal responsibility during the lead-up to the War of Independence.
When his father is killed by rebel vigilantes, Noah flees with his family to Boston. Intent on avenging his father, Noah becomes a spy for the British and firsthand witness to the power of partisan rumor to distort facts, the hypocrisy of men who demand freedom while enslaving others, and the human connections that bind people together regardless of stated allegiances. Awash in contradictory information and participating in key events leading to the American Revolution, Noah must forge his own understanding of right and wrong and determine for himself where his loyalty truly lies.
A New York Times bestseller!
Who was at the forefront of women's right to vote? We know a few famous names, like Susan B. Anthony and Elizabeth Cady Stanton, but what about so many others from diverse backgrounds-black, Asian, Latinx, Native American, and more-who helped lead the fight for suffrage? On the hundredth anniversary of the historic win for women's rights, it's time to celebrate the names and stories of the women whose stories have yet to be told.
Gorgeous portraits accompany biographies of such fierce but forgotten women as Yankton Dakota Sioux writer and advocate Zitkála-Šá, Mary Eliza Church Terrell, who cofounded the National Association of Colored Women (NACW), and Mabel Ping-Hua Lee, who, at just sixteen years old, helped lead the biggest parade in history to promote the cause of suffrage.
FINISH THE FIGHT will fit alongside important collections that tell the full story of America's fiercest women. Perfect for fans of GOOD NIGHT STORIES FOR REBEL GIRLS and BAD GIRLS THROUGHOUT HISTORY.
Co-written by a New York Times best-selling author, this moving story of a Muslim boy's exile from war-torn Bosnia to the United States offers a riveting refugee saga.
Kenan loves drawing and playing soccer with his friends. He wants to be a famous athlete, hates it when his classmates trash his buck teeth by calling him "Bugs Bunny," and fights with his big brother, who's too busy and cool for him lately. Sometimes his parents drive him crazy, but he feels loved and protected-until the war ruins everything.
Soon, Kenan's family is trapped in their home with little food or water, surrounded by enemies. Ten months later, with help from friends and strangers, they finally make it out of the country alive. But that's only the beginning of their journey.
An action-packed page-turner with heart about a kid doing his best during difficult times, World in Between celebrates the power of community and resilience, hope and kindness.
This brilliant memoir-in-verse tells the moving story of how a nation learned to celebrate a hero. Through years of protests and petition, Kathlyn's story highlights the foot soldiers who fought to make Martin Luther King Jr.'s birthday a national holiday.
Ain't Gonna Let Nobody Turn Me 'Round is a deeply moving middle grade memoir about what it means to be an everyday activist and foot solider for racial justice, as Kathlyn recounts how, drawn to activism from childhood, she went from attending protests as a teenager to fighting for Martin Luther King, Jr.'s birthday to become a national holiday as an adult. A blueprint for kids starting down their own paths to civic awareness, it shows life beyond protests and details the sustained time, passion, and energy it takes to turn an idea into a law.
Deftly weaving together monumental historical events with a heartfelt coming-of-age story and in-depth information on law making, Ain't Gonna Let Nobody Turn Me 'Round is the perfect engaging example of how history can help inform the present.
A young Aretha Franklin captivates her community with the song “Respect” during the height of the Civil Rights Movement, in this striking biography that will embolden today’s young listeners to sing their own truth.
When Aretha Franklin sang, she didn’t just sing…she sparked a movement. As a performer and a civil rights activist, the Queen of Soul used her voice to uplift freedom fighters and the Black community during the height of the 1960s Civil Rights Movement. Her song “Respect” was an anthem of identity, survival, and joy. It gave hope to people trying to make change. And when Aretha sang, the world sang along.
With Hanif Abdurraqib’s poetic voice, Sing, Aretha, Sing! demonstrates how one brave voice can give new power to a nation, and how the legacy of Aretha Franklin lives on in a world still fighting for freedom.
Nadia loves fun facts. Here are a few about her:
There was a magical-and hilarious-ancient Egyptian teacher named Titi trapped in her hippo amulet until she freed him last
fall.
Her school is choosing a new mascot and her idea is totally going to win!
She's going to kick butt writing for the school newspaper this term...
...Maybe.
A couple of weeks in, the newspaper is a big mess. The mascot contest is mayhem, too. (Who knew choosing a costumed character could cause such controversy?!)Then Nadia and Titi discover that the hippo amulet holds a second secret, one that's super powerful-and super scary. Too bad they have no idea how to stop it.
But Nadia is on the case! If she can solve the mystery of an ancient amulet, winning the mascot contest and acing her reporter
assignments should be easy...right?
From The Daily Show comedian Bassem Youssef and author Catherine R. Daly comes a humorous and heartfelt story about
integrity, empathy, power, and friendship. Includes sections of black-and-white comics as well as black-and-white illustrations throughout, brought to life by Last Kids on Earth illustrator, Douglas Holgate.
Roman historique d'aventures. L'histoire se déroule sous le règne de Louis XIII. Nous sommes en 1622. Le page de M. de Vendôme sauve de la rue une jeune fille de 15 ans (Eliane). Il l'a confie à sa tante au couvent, attenant à la demeure de M. de Vendôme. Il tombe amoureux, mais pour cela, il doit avant tout avoir une bonne situation et attendre quelques années...
Heidi lived high in the mountains with her grandfather. She loved the mountains and her friend, Peter. Klara, a crippled girl comes to visit and she and Heidi become quick friends. Peter becomes jealous and pushes Klara's wheelchair down the mountain. Without the chair Klara is forced to learn to walk and with Heidi's help she is able to walk again.
Maman m'a dit ce matin : « Nous allons partir en vacances, tu vas ainsi passer deux mois au bord de la mer à Heyst. Tu n'auras rien à faire, aucun devoir ; mais je vais te donner une idée qui sera une occupation sans toutefois t'ennuyer, ni te faire perdre beaucoup de ces heures de plaisir dont, moi la première, je désire que tu jouisses : écris donc ton journal de vacances...
Eine Geschichte der Welt zu schreiben - das ist immer ein Wagnis. Das Feld ist riesig, alles scheint mit allem verknüpft zu sein, und es ist nicht immer leicht, die Übersicht zu behalten. Doch gerade darum ist es so wichtig, sich der Sache anzunehmen - dieses Hörbuch nimmt sich die erste Etappe vor: eine Geschichte des klassischen Altertums, fundiert und verständlich geschildert für Kinder ab 10 Jahren. Wir kennen die großen Denker, die politischen und philosophischen Ideen, die Bauwerke und Kultstätten, die zivilisatorischen Errungenschaften und die überlieferten literarischen Texte - und all das zieht uns bis heute in seinen Bann. Wie aber sah die Welt damals aus? Was waren die kulturellen Grundlagen, auf denen die erste Demokratie der Welt in Athen entstand, welche Ausdehnung hatten die Staaten bzw. Reiche, was waren die Besonderheiten, die Gemeinsamkeiten und Unterschiede zwischen Griechen und Römern? Das Hörbuch nimmt sich all dieser spannenden Fragen an!-
Der kleine Paul war im Sommer mit seinen Eltern im Urlaub in Rom, und erst dachte er, das wird bestimmt schrecklich langweilig - bis er die unterirdischen Katakomben besichtigt und überall Totenschädel, Opferstätten und uralte Kanäle gesehen hat. Und Livia studiert Geschichte in Rom - wo sie in den Ferien Führungen für Touristen anbietet. Gemeinsam mit den beiden ist man in diesem Wissenshörspiel unterwegs durch die Stadt, die man auch 'die ewige Stadt' nennt. Welchen Job hatte eigentlich genau ein Konsul? Warum war es im alten Rom besser, lieber kein Gladiator zu werden? Und wie kamen die Elefanten ins Gebirge ...? Das sind ein paar von den Fragen, die die beiden in dem Hörbuch beantworten. -
