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Something's up with Arlo
By Matteo L Cerilli. 2025
"A spooky-sweet middle-grade novel about remembering the past in order to brave the future, for fans of Anne Ursu Twelve-year-old…
Emily Nero’s best friend is a ghost. For as long as Nero can remember, she’s been "haunted" by Arlo. He’s always had her back, especially as Nero navigates her workaholic mother, irritable father, even the mega-jerks at school. Nero’s been caught too many times looking at "nothing" and talking to "no one," which officially made her "the weird girl." So when she has the chance to start over as "normal" at a prestigious private school, Nero is hopeful that things will change for the better. If she can get top grades at a top school, maybe she’ll stop feeling like she’s never good enough. Maybe her parents will finally see her—and she’ll stop feeling like a ghost too. But on Nero’s first day at her new school, something’s up with Arlo, something very wrong: her best friend has suddenly turned on her. Glitching electronics, flickering lights, bad smells and cold drafts are only the beginning. Arlo is changing into something scary. And the only clues he gives Nero leave her with more questions than answers. If she wants to save Arlo and their friendship, Nero will have to break old cycles. She will have to let herself be seen, let in new friends, and—worst of all—say goodbye to the past. Spooky and sweet in turns, Something’s Up with Arlo is about the stories we tell ourselves and finding the courage to make our truth be heard."
Marshfield Memories: More Stories About Growing Up
By Ralph Fletcher. 2018
A heartfelt middle grade companion to Marshfield Dreams that captures the boyhood years of twelve-year-old Ralph Fletcher in relatable episodes…
of everyday disappointments and triumphs.As the oldest of nine kids, Ralph was often cast as another parent to his siblings rather than as an older brother; teetering between these two conflicting roles, Ralph longed to be home alone on a sick day, but hated the emptiness of feeling left behind. He loved to play sports with his neighborhood friends but resented the skillful victories of his younger brother. Thrust into the expectations of impending adolescence, Ralph was curious about girls, but embarrassed to take part in the school square dance. This satisfying memoir offers a snapshot of those pivotal moments between grade school and high school, all while tracing the roots of Ralph Fletcher’s acclaimed storytelling.Christy Ottaviano Books
Ti-pou est très fâché! (Tu peux compter sur moi)
By Sarah Hamel. 2024
Ti-pou aime jouer avec sa petite sœur Luna. Quand elle démolit sa tour de blocs, il se fâche TRÈS FORT.…
Il la pousse. Il hurle. Il lance des objets. Ooooohhh que c’est pas facile les grosses colères ! Ti-pou et Luna se sentent souvent dépassés par des émotions qui débordent de leur corps. C’est normal ! Heureusement, ils peuvent compter sur maman Maiasaura et papa Parasaurolophus, qui sont toujours là pour sécuriser leurs ti-poux dans un lieu apaisant le temps que la tempête passe et ainsi les aider à apprivoiser ce qu’ils ressentent. Grâce à papa et maman, même la plus grosse des émotions fait moins peur ! La psychoéducatrice Sarah Hamel propose un album empreint de bienveillance, dont les parents peuvent s’inspirer pour accompagner leurs ti-poux de 2 à 8 ans à travers leurs grosses colères.
Help children with autism strengthen their connections—supportive strategies for ages 1 to 11To guide your efforts to help your child…
flourish, this book has 90 playful, evidence-based activities. Thriving with Autism provides an easy, effective toolbox to supplement and support the developmental work parents and caregivers are doing with their children. These solutions are designed for kids with autism from ages 1 to 11. The benefits can last a lifetime.From building better conversation abilities to strengthening social skills, Thriving with Autism delivers practical, everyday ways to connect, encourage, and play. Featuring exercises like Acts of Friendliness, The Human Burrito, and Emotional Charades, this comprehensive guide encourages your child with autism to boost their communication, engagement, and self-regulation skills.Thriving with Autism includes:Hands-on activities—Make learning fun with lots of lessons that can help kids across the autism spectrum.Simple strategies—Tackle these easy, research-driven activities one by one at home.Engaging and practical—Find helpful tips and suggestions, as well as full-color illustrations that are sure to inspire and delight you and your child.Now there's a smart, sensible way to help teach kids with autism necessary skills.
If you'll be my Valentine
By Cynthia Rylant. 2005
What kind of valentine would you send to a puppy or a kitten or your mother or big brother? Enjoy…
and be inspired by a young boy's special way of making cards that no loved one can resist! For preschool to grade 2
Discover the power of a growth mindset this summer with hands-on activities for ages 8 to 12.Having a growth mindset…
means practicing flexible thinking and looking at challenges as opportunities to learn and grow! When you approach situations with genuine curiosity and excitement, there's no limit to what you can achieve. Growth Mindset Workbook for Kids is a fun and engaging activity book that encourages you to develop your creative problem-solving skills and foster a "can-do" attitude.Build your skills with kids' summer activities that promote learning and self-improvement:A kid-friendly approach—Explore what it truly means to have a growth mindset with advice and examples meant especially for kids ages 8 to 12. This summer workbook will provide your child a head-start for the coming school year.55 creative exercises—These activities will encourage you to dream big, bounce back from mistakes, expand your mind, and celebrate every success.Inspiring stories of success—Find real-life tales about kids just like you who used their growth mindset to reach their goals.Jump into this guide to growth mindset for kids today and watch your skills improve as you get ready for back to school and beyond.
Princess Pru and the switcheroo
By Maureen Fergus. 2024
"Princess Pru has two loving dads, an ostrich named Orville, and an ogre-tastic best friend named Oggy. Oggy and Pru…
spend their days playing games, having adventures, and getting spoiled by shopkeepers. Then, every evening, Oggy goes home and does whatever he wants. Pru returns to the palace where she has to finish her vegetables, tidy her playroom, and go to bed on time. When her royal dads tell her she can't take Orville for a gallop until she finds all three royal tarantulas, Pru decides she's had enough. So Oggy and Pru hatch a plan for Pru to experience the easy existence of an independent ogre: they'll disguise themselves as each other and switch lives. And it works! Until they start to wonder if maybe it doesn't work quite the way they'd hoped. Why don't the shopkeepers spoil Pru when she's disguised as Oggy? Why don't the townspeople laugh at her jokes? And is that a monster in Oggy's attic? Suddenly missing almost everything about the princess life, Pru eats a bowl of cold ogre stew and tucks herself into bed. Meanwhile, at the palace, an obedient Oggy has the royal dads completely fooled. The kings are so happy that they reward the princess with a pony. But just as Oggy-in-disguise tries to ride it, a dragon swoops in and flies away with him. Much to the relief of the distraught kings, the princess's ogre-best friend (who is really Pru disguised as Oggy) steps in to rescue the princess, to great fanfare on their return. No one is the wiser--except the reader, who will enjoy being in on the secret--and Pru and Oggy both gratefully return to their old lives, which they see with fresh eyes. In this instructive and humorous story, the switcheroo prompts Pru to realize that, even though she chafed under her protective parents, she has a lot to be thankful for with the privileged life she leads--a life that Oggy doesn't share. Seeing the world through Oggy's eyes creates empathy in Pru, which encourages readers toward empathy as well."
The Kodiaks: home ice advantage (The breakout chronicles #book 1)
By David Robertson. 2024
"Eleven-year-old Alex is a natural on the ice, but can he stand proud when he's judged for who he is…
and where he comes from? Hockey fans will love this action-packed middle grade novel about teamwork, overcoming adversity, and being proud of who you are and where you come from. Everything is changing for 11-year-old Alex Robinson. After his father accepts a new job, Alex and his family move from their community to the city. For the first time in his life, he doesn't fit in. His fellow students don't understand Indigenous culture. Even a simple show of respect to his teacher gets him in trouble. Things begin to look up after Alex tries out for a local hockey team. Playing for the Kodiaks, Alex proves himself as one of the best, but he becomes a target because he's Indigenous. Can Alex trust his teammates and stand up to the jerks on other teams? Can he find a way to fit in and still be who he's meant to be?"
The Secret Code Inside You: All About Your DNA
By Rajani LaRocca. 2021
"Dynamic and eye-catching illustrations. . . . A solid introduction to a complex topic." -Kirkus Reviews"This whimsical approach to explaining…
the concept of DNA, cells, and chromosomes manages to make a complex topic accessible to preschoolers." -School Library JournalLearn about the secret code that is DNA in this vibrant and informative picture book!There's a secret code inside you, a code called DNA.A code that tells your body's cells what they should do each day. It looks like twisted ladders, or tiny, twirling noodles.It makes us into people, instead of into poodles.Why can't humans breathe underwater? Why are some people tall and others short? Why do we resemble our parents and grandparents? This book explores all this and more in flowing, rhyming text, explaining cells, DNA, and genetics in a way that is simple and easy for children to understand. Colorful and brilliantly illustrated, The Secret Code Inside You illustrates that while DNA may be the blueprint for how a person looks, what you choose to do with your body is entirely up to you!
The shade (Orca Currents)
By K. L Denman. 2013
Safira doesn't believe in ghosts, but the girl in her cabin at camp was not a living person, so what…
was she? Safira's friend Trinity is convinced Safira's seen a ghost and sets out to discover who the ghost girl is. Safira is too busy dealing with her family to help solve the mystery. Safira has never gotten along with her sister, Mya, and now that Mya's pending marriage dominates the family there seems to be no hope for friendship between them. But when Trinity discovers the death of a girl named Myra, Safira starts to wonder if the ghost-girl has an important message about her own sister. This short novel is a high-interest, low-reading level book for middle-grade readers who are building reading skills, want a quick read or say they don't like to read!
Safiyyah's war
By Hiba Noor Khan. 2024
"War comes to the streets of Paris and Safiyyah's life changes for ever. Her best friend's family have fled, and…
the bombing makes her afraid to leave the mosque where she lives. But when her father is arrested by the Nazis for his secret Resistance work, it falls to Safiyyah to run the dangerous errands around the city. It's not long before hundreds of persecuted Jews seek sanctuary at the mosque. Can Safiyyah find the courage to enter the treacherous catacombs under Paris and lead the Jews to safety?"--Publisher's description
La supercapa de abuela
By Ana Siqueira. 2023
"Saturdays are superhero days. Equipped with their milkshakes and capas, Luis and his abuela can turn anything into an adventure.…
But when Abuela gets sick, Luis has to learn a new way to be a hero." -- Provided by publisher
Plátanos go with everything
By Lissette Norman. 2023
"Plátanos are Yesenia's favorite food. They can be sweet and sugary, or salty and savory. And they're a part of…
almost every meal her Dominican family makes. Stop by her apartment and find out why plátanos go with everything--especially love!" -- Provided by publisher
Alma speaks up: Alma habla
By G. M King. 2023
"Alma and her friend André are excited to paint in their neighborhood! They decide to paint Alma's design, but soon…
André starts changing all the details. Can she find a way to speak up without hurting her friend's feelings?" -- Provided by publisher
Read, Write, Play: 100 Easy Ways to Make Phonics Fun for Children Aged 3-7
By Sophie David. 2025
Unlock the joy of reading and writing with Read, Write, Play, a hands-on guide featuring 100 fun and engaging activities…
that support children aged 3-7 on their phonics journey.Whether you're supporting school lessons or starting at home, this book provides all the guidance you need - with no prior knowledge of phonics required. It is the perfect resource for parents, carers and educators who want to transform phonics into a playful, accessible adventure.Children learn best through play, and every activity in this book is designed to be fun and quick to set up, using common household items like paper cups and craft sticks. These multi-sensory and adaptable activities cater to all learning styles, making phonics enjoyable and rewarding for every child.Covering all six phases of the phonics curriculum, it starts with pre-reading skills and progresses to advanced topics like irregular plurals and suffixes. Clear explanations and tailored activities ensure children can build their skills confidently at their own pace.Phonics doesn't have to be daunting. With Read, Write, Play, it can be playful, memorable and even magical.
Read, Write, Play: 100 Easy Ways to Make Phonics Fun for Children Aged 3-7
By Sophie David. 2025
Unlock the joy of reading and writing with Read, Write, Play, a hands-on guide featuring 100 fun and engaging activities…
that support children aged 3-7 on their phonics journey.Whether you're supporting school lessons or starting at home, this book provides all the guidance you need - with no prior knowledge of phonics required. It is the perfect resource for parents, carers and educators who want to transform phonics into a playful, accessible adventure.Children learn best through play, and every activity in this book is designed to be fun and quick to set up, using common household items like paper cups and craft sticks. These multi-sensory and adaptable activities cater to all learning styles, making phonics enjoyable and rewarding for every child.Covering all six phases of the phonics curriculum, it starts with pre-reading skills and progresses to advanced topics like irregular plurals and suffixes. Clear explanations and tailored activities ensure children can build their skills confidently at their own pace.Phonics doesn't have to be daunting. With Read, Write, Play, it can be playful, memorable and even magical.
A life like mine
By Dk. 2002
Discusses basic rights of children and examines the situation of specific young people in various countries around the world. Covers…
such essentials as water, food, home, health, schooling, play time, safe environment, and equal opportunity. Produced in association with UNICEF. For grades 3-6. 2002
Mirror image (Orca Currents)
By K. L Denman. 2007
Sable wears only black and has always felt that doom is near. Lacey wears pink and seeks beauty everywhere. A…
sadistic art teacher pairs Sable and Lacey together for their final project. The girls have to get to know one another and select a suitable poem for the back of each other's decorative mirror. Sable is less than thrilled at having to spend time with Lacey, who she believes to be nothing more than a brainless doll. As the project progresses, and Sable gets past her resentment, she learns some surprising truths about who Lacey really is. All of Sable's images begin to change, including the one she holds of herself. This short novel is a high-interest, low-reading level book for middle-grade readers who are building reading skills, want a quick read or say they don't like to read! The epub edition of this title is fully accessible. Available in French as De l'autre côté du miroir
P.S. Be eleven
By Rita Williams-Garcia. 2013
Sixth-grader Delphine and her two younger sisters spent the summer in California, visiting their mother and attending Black Panther summer…
camp. But when they return to Brooklyn, the newly independent sisters clash and Delphine longs for her mother's advice. Sequel to One Crazy Summer (BR 19326). Coretta Scott King Award. For grades 4-7. 2013
The one and only Bob
By Katherine Applegate. 2020
Bob, Ivan, and Ruby set out on a dangerous journey in search of Bob's long-lost sister. As a hurricane approaches,…
Bob finds courage and learns the true meaning of friendship and family. Sequel to The One and Only Ivan (BR 19679). For grades 3-6 and older readers. 2020