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By Stacia Deutsch, Rhody Cohon. 2006
The Blast to the Past gang gets the chance to impact civil rights when they meet Dr. Martin Luther King,…
Jr., and give him their vote of confidence in this fourth book in the Blast to the Past series.It’s another exciting Monday for Abigail, Zack, Jacob, and Bo—they are going to jump back to the past to meet Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.! The kids need to convince Dr. King not to get discouraged and to lead one of his famous voting rights marches. And they’ve got to do it with the twins’ baby brother, Gabe, in tow!This mission will be more challenging—and more surprising—than any that they’ve faced so far. Luckily, they’ll get some help from two very special people...By Jean Menzies. 2023
Adéntrate en el mundo mágico de la mitología y conoce la historia de las diosas y mujeres más poderosas de…
todos los tiempos: ¡desde sirenas y hadas hasta aguerridas guerreras y divinidades de la antigua Grecia!¿Sabes cómo la hechicera Medea ayudó a dormir al dragón que cuidaba del vellocino de oro, o cómo la diosa japonesa Ame-No-uzume salvó al mundo de la oscuridad eterna? ¿Quieres conocer la historia de Hua Mulan, la guerrera que inspiró la peli de Disney?Una fantástica recopilación de relatos, mitos y leyendas protagonizadas por intrépidas heroínas, diosas, criaturas mágicas y otros apasionantes personajes femeninos, narrados como cuentos y extraordinariamente ilustrados.- Un regalo perfecto para niños de 7 a 9 años con interés por la mitología clásica y universal.- Incluye más de 30 increíbles relatos: clásicos populares e historias menos conocidas.- Retrata más de 80 mujeres de leyenda de todas las culturas del mundo.- Con originales ilustraciones a todo color en cada página.Un precioso libro ilustrado que despertará la curiosidad de los más pequeños y hará las delicias de toda la familia.-----------------------------Discover the stories of goddesses and other powerful women shared throughout the ages in this beautifully illustrated compendium for children.With profiles of over 80 goddesses, heroines, and legendary women featured, this is a must-have introduction to the key female figures from cultures all over the world. More than 30 beloved stories are retold by award-winning author Jean Menzies, with striking illustrations bringing these magical myths and tales to life.Find out how Japanese goddess of the dawn Ame-no-Uzume saved the day by dancing; how ancient Greek witch Medea helped to defeat a dragon; and how legendary Celtic warrior Scáthachtrained the hero Cú Chulainn to fight.Inside the pages of this mythical book for kids, you can find: - More than 80 profiles of women - combining the appeal of narrative stories with core-reference material.- A wide selection of stories - some well-known myths and legends and, some less well-known- Foil on the front jacket and spine make this book an attractive gift to be treasured. Goddesses and Heroines is the ideal book for children aged 7-9 with foil on the cover and stunning illustrations throughout. Children will love exploring the tales by themselves or as bedtime stories.By Danielle Metcalfe-Chenail, Fred Carmichael. 2023
A gorgeous picture book that pays homage to aviator Freddie Carmichael — the first Indigenous commercial pilot in the Arctic…
—with each month of the year highlighting moments from his life, the beauty of the North and the power of dreams.When Freddie was young, he saw a plane up close for the first time when it dropped off supplies at his family’s remote bush camp. He was instantly hooked.Freddie has flown for nearly seventy years, doing everything from supply runs to search and rescue to transporting dog teams to far-flung areas.This book celebrates Freddie’s early dreams of flying and his later achievements. Readers move with Freddie through the year, hearing about his journey as a pilot and leader, while learning the names of the months in Gwich’in and Inuvialuktun at the same time. Art from Inuvialuit painter Audrea Loreen-Wulf perfectly captures the incredible Western Arctic as well as Freddie’s love for aviation.By Caroline Fernandez. 2022
A CCBC Best Books for Kids and Teens pick!Asha and Baz have a paper rocket to launch! Whoever builds the…
rocket that travels the farthest will get to meet astronaut Chris Hadfield. The only problem is Asha and Baz don’t know how to power their rocket. Stuck and unsure, the kids brainstorm by drawing a rocket in the sand using a stick. But this is a very unusual stick. In fact, it’s a magic stick! And it transports them back in time to meet a person who might be able to help them with their rocket problem: scientist Mary Sherman Morgan.By Genevieve Bardwell. 2024
Discover the comforting allure of salt rising bread, a culinary gem from the heart of Appalachia, born from the ingenuity…
of pioneer women. This tale, set in 1880, unravels the mystique of this unique bread through the eyes of a young girl living on the fringe of a hollow. It&’s a journey into the rugged yet resilient spirit of a community amidst the ancient, weather-worn peaks. The narrative, steeped in rich folklore, culminates in a cherished recipe shared on the back page, inviting you to partake in a slice of Appalachian heritage, and savor the simplicity and mystery kneaded within salt rising bread.By Michael Morpurgo. 2003
Michael Morpurgo has created a sweeping and dramatic story in the time of Bonnie Prince Charlie. This spellbinding tale is…
complemented perfectly by Michael Foreman's illustrations.Robbie McLeod and a wolf cub, both orphaned, venture far from their birthplace, a land of rebellious fighters and vicious redcoats. There is little constancy in Robbie's adventurous life, save for the companionship of his wolf. But when at last Robbie finds a place where he can peacefully make his home, he knows in his heart that the wolf must find his own natural home too . . .By Rosemary Sutcliff. 1960
Randall is an unloved and unwanted orphan kennel boy at Arundel Castle. And then, one fateful day, he upsets the…
new Lord's mettlesome horse.Against the violent and turbulent backdrop of Norman England, Sutcliff tells the moving story of a young boy who is wagered and won in a game of chess between a lord and a minstrel . . .By R. L Stevenson. 2012
'For God's sake, hold on!'On a stormy night off the coast of Scotland, young David Balfour faces his most terrifying…
test yet. He's been double-crossed by his wicked uncle, tricked into a sea voyage and sold into slavery. When the dashing Alan Breck Stewart comes aboard, he finds a brave friend at least, and the pair fight back against their treacherous, black-hearted shipmates. But then the ship hits a reef, it's every man for himself, and David must battle against the raging sea itself!BACKSTORY: Learn about the true stories that inspired this adventurous tale!By Jacqueline Wilson. 2009
The mega-bestselling tale of fiery, spirited Victorian foundling, Hetty Feather.London, 1876. Hetty Feather is just a tiny baby when her…
mother leaves her at the Foundling Hospital. The Hospital cares for abandoned children - but Hetty must first live with a foster family until she is big enough to go to school. Life in the countryside is sometimes hard, but with her foster brothers, Jem and Gideon, Hetty helps in the fields and plays vivid imaginary games. Together they sneak off to visit the travelling circus, and Hetty is mesmerised by the show - especially the stunning Madame Adeline and her performing horses.But Hetty's happiness is threatened once more when she must return to the Foundling Hospital to begin her education. The new life of awful uniforms and terrible food is a struggle for her, and she desperately misses her beloved Jem. But now she has the chance to find her real mother. Could she really be the wonderful Madame Adeline? Or will Hetty find the truth is even more surprising? Jacqueline Wilson will surprise and delight old fans and new with this utterly original historical novel. The first book featuring feisty Victorian heroine, Hetty Feather, this is a compelling, moving, funny and totally fascinating tale that will thrill and captivate readers.By Simon Scarrow. 2014
The fourth thrilling title in Simon Scarrow's epic, bestselling Gladiator seriesMarcus may be free from the brutal training regime of…
the gladiators but he will not rest until he finds his mother. With his old friends Festus and Lupus at his side, and a letter from Caesar instructing all who cross his path to help him, he begins his journey. He is going back to the lands where he lived as a slave boy: the remote farming estate of the savage Decimus. Yet Ancient Greece is ruled by deceit and corruption. Many do not want to see Marcus succeed. Many more would rather see him dead. As the most powerful men in the country plot against him, is it finally over for the son of Spartacus?Simon Scarrow will do for boy gladiators what J. K. Rowling did for boy wizards - Waterstones.comThe perfect introduction to Roman history and gladiators for young readers - great for fans of Rick Riordan's Percy Jackson and J. K. Rowling's Harry Potter.Simon Scarrow was born in Africa and lived in a number of countries, including Hong Kong and the Bahamas before settling in Britain. He has always been interested in writing and his love of history began at school, in particular when he was being taught about the ancient world by his Latin and History teachers. Since then he has travelled with his wife and children across the world to Italy, Greece, Turkey, Jordan, Syria and Egypt to research his historical novels. Simon was an enthusiastic teacher for a number of years. He now writes full time, but does intend to return to teaching when he can find the time.By Louisa May Alcott. 2012
'As they sat together in the twilight, talking over their small plans, the future always grew so beautiful and bright'Meg,…
Jo, Beth and Amy have grown up together in Orchard House with their friend Laurie next door, and now it's time for them to go out and find their places in the big wide world, to do the great and marvellous things they've dreamed of and discover their 'castles in the air'. They each find themselves tested, and fall in love, but when tragedy strikes they find their best comfort is in each other, and home.BACKSTORY: Learn more about the unusual author and have a go at making jam!By Rosemary Sutcliff. 1980
'We are the scum and the scrapings of the Empire. They tipped out the garbage-bin of the Eagles to make…
us what we are.'In disgrace after a mistake that cost the lives of half his men, Alexios arrives in Castellum. It's his first command, but it isn't really a promotion. The Frontier Wolves who man this outpost in the far north of Roman Britain are a fierce and savage bunch, a far cry from the regular legions he'd served in before. Alexios will only survive if he learns to understand them and win their respect - and he's determined to try.By Jacqueline Wilson. 2012
'I am Emerald . . . Star,' I announced, giving birth to my new self right that moment.Brave, feisty Hetty…
Feather is back on another fantastic adventure!Since leaving the Foundling Hospital, Hetty has seen her fair share of drama, excitement, tragedy and loss. After the death of her beloved mama, she sets off to find a real home at last - starting with the search for her father.But Hetty is no longer a simple country girl, and begins to fear she'll never truly belong anywhere. And even when she is reunited with her beloved childhood sweetheart Jem, Hetty still longs for adventure - especially when an enchanting figure from her past makes an unexpected reappearance. Could a more exciting future lie ahead for Hetty?A brilliant end-of-series novel, the sort with just the right amount of tragedy, love, adventure and excitement. - The GuardianEnter the amazing world of Hetty Feather and follow her adventures throughout the series:1. Hetty Feather2. Sapphire Battersea3. Emerald Star4. DiamondBy Megan Rix. 2019
The brilliant new book from Megan Rix, telling the story of Florence Nightingale through the eyes of her young ward.…
Florence loved cats, and had many during her lifetime. This is the perfect introduction to the Lady with the Lamp for young children, told with warmth, humour and adorable animals.Summer 1888: In a fancy house in London, a kitten called Scamp escapes through an open window and finds himself lost in the middle of the city. Across Hyde Park, a young girl called Beth is marching with thousands of other girls to protest the working conditions in the Bryant and May match factories.When Beth stumbles across the tiny kitten she finds that he belongs to none other than Miss Florence Nightingale, who is now indebted to Beth for returning her beloved pet. So begins an unlikely friendship between the great lady, her mischievous kitten, and Beth the penniless orphan.But when Beth's sister Iris is struck down with illness in one of the poorest parts of London, can Beth, Scamp and Miss Nightingale find a way to save her before it's too late?By Rosemary Sutcliff. 1986
Damaris Crocker had not lived her twelve years in smuggling country without knowing when a Run was planned. This night…
smugglers would bring more than just the usual contraband of brandy and lace. They would bring adventure, romance and danger in the form of a mysterious, wounded, young man . . .With over forty books to her credit, Rosemary Sutcliff is now universally acknowledged one of the finest writers of historical novels for children. Winner of the Carnegie Medal and many other honours, Rosemary was awarded the CBE in 1992 for services to children's literature.By Helenka Stachera. 2022
A chilling Victorian London adventure about one girl's mission to break a centuries-old curse with her long-lost family at its…
heart - perfect for fans of Cogheart and The Castle of Tangled Magic.Fin is a foundling growing up in the Hackney marshes, living in a tiny attic and selling leeches for a living. When she accidentally discovers she is the long-lost child of a rich Polish family called the Kaminskis, she is swept up into a supernatural adventure where she has to use everything she has learned on the streets of London and deep in the marshes to stay alive.For the Kaminskis are haunted by an ancient evil - and Fin is the key to stopping it forever . . .PRAISE FOR THE ICE WHISPERERS:'Heart-warming, adventurous and thought-provoking . . . An enchanting debut from Helenka Stachera' - Sophie Kirtley, author of The Wild Way Home'A gorgeously-written book full of magic and adventure' - Radiya Hafiza, author of Rumaysa: A FairytaleBy K M Peyton. 2013
The invasion of the Norsemen is approaching, and the people of Edmund Firehead's settlement must flee if they are to…
stand any chance of survival. But people have always found Edmund's fiery red hair startling - and the Norsemen are no exception. Instead of killing Edmund on the spot, they take him as a slave.It's the beginning of a new life - a life that leads Edmund into the heart of battle. Now that the colour of his hair is no longer enough to save him, it is time for Edmund Firehead to fight for his life . . .By Paul Magrs, Doctor Who. 2022
*The Fourth Doctor (Tom Baker) returns to Sherwood Forest in this incredible new crossover of Doctor Who and the legend…
of Robin Hood*Gold had come to the greenwood . . .Robin Hood is disenchanted. Maid Marion has disappeared, and the legend of the Doctor has retreated into the shadows of Sherwood Forest.But the Doctor is back! (Although this is his first visit - time travel does strange things to a story.)And the timing couldn't be better. A new Sheriff of Nottingham is in town, out to get the Outlaws, and behind the scenes, the mythical Mother Maudlin has designs on the realm that are not of this earth . . .With the Kingdom in peril, it's time for the return of the Lionheart.By Jacqueline Rayner. 2021
Old legends and new worlds collide in this magnificent Doctor Who crossover with King Arthur and His Knights of the…
Round Table.While investigating a strange energy in Carbury, the Tenth Doctor and Donna Noble are pulled into a different dimension, smashing a giant hole into another world in the process.As the magic of the hidden dimension slowly seeps out, the Doctor and Donna find themselves in Camelot, where a young squire, Arthur, comes to their aid, and when the Doctor is mistaken for Merlin, they are swept up in the glamorous and daring legends of the Knights of the Round Table.But something far more menacing has been awakened. Caught in an ancient battle for power, Donna and the Doctor are sucked into a dangerous game. As each move is made and time spins faster, the Doctor must find a way to seal the rift before an unimaginable power is unleashed and the universe is laid to waste.By Doctor Who, Jacqueline Rayner. 2023
*Part of the six books for six decades collection*It's Christmas, 1963, when nine-year-old Gerald starts dreaming of strange worlds and…
monstersHis parents think it's harmless at first. But Gerald is convinced it's real - his dreams of Daleks and cavemen and insects as big as a person.Desperate for help, what Gerald's family really need, right now, is a Doctor.