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Paperback. Condición: New. Lau, Jon Ilustrador. Frank the loveable but salty cat and his corgi sidekick Sunny are back! This time Frank falls head over heels in love with a deeply mysterious "masked cat" who he spies rooting through the garbage cans. Frank, Sunny, and new pal (an irascible parrot who is visiting) try hilariously to help Frank through his moony crush. On a Racoon. (But Frank doesn't know that.) P R A I S E "Highly relatable"-Horn Book "A series opener that will delight cat AND dog fans." -Kirkus Reviews "Cute and hilarious" - Booklist.

Paperback. Condición: New. Lau, Jon Ilustrador. A Hilarious Tale of Friendship and Mischief: In the third installment of the Frank and the Puppy series, Frank and Sunny face their greatest challenge yet: setting boundaries. Join Frank the tuxedo cat and Sunny the corgi pup as they face their biggest challenge yet: a hyperactive little "nibling" named Nellie! When Nellie comes to visit, she turns their peaceful home into a chaotic playground. From forced playdates to unwanted fashion shows, Frank and Sunny must navigate the mayhem and find a way to survive this mischievous guest.This heartwarming and humorous chapter book explores themes of friendship, respect, and understanding. With its charming watercolor illustrations and relatable characters, Frank and the Big Mistake is sure to delight young readers and spark important conversations. Dive into a world of laughter and friendship with Frank the tuxedo cat and Sunny the corgi pup. This delightful series is perfect for young readers who love charming animal tales and heartwarming stories. Why Kids Love the Frank and the Puppy series: - Unforgettable Characters: Frank and Sunny's unique personalities and heartwarming bond will captivate young readers. - Engaging Stories: Short, easy-to-follow chapters make reading fun and accessible for early readers. - Whimsical Illustrations: Jon Lau's colorful and expressive illustrations bring the story to life. - Diverse Representation: The series features a loving, multiracial, queer family, promoting inclusivity and understanding. - Humorous and Relatable: The silly antics and everyday situations will resonate with young readers. Also.Did we mention a celebrity endorsement? The Frank the Puppy series was featured on Bedtime Stories with Ryan, Ryan Reynolds's TV show on Maximum Effort Channel.

Paperback. Condición: New. Lau, Jon Ilustrador. A Delightfully Relatable Sibling Story: In the first installment of the Frank and the Puppy early reader series, Frank the grumpy tuxedo cat learns to get along (and sometimes not) with his humans' excitable new corgi Frank the cat has it good: Tons of toys, unlimited WhiskiesT and space and quiet to stretch and nap and think and write.? Then his people bring home a box. A box with something unexpected inside. A puppy.? A puppy who doesn't know the rules of naps. A puppy who slobbers and tackles and barks.? This won't do.? Frank will just have to find a better home. Should be easy, right?This heartwarming and humorous chapter book explores themes of friendship, respect, and understanding. With its charming watercolor illustrations and relatable characters, Frank and the Big Mistake is sure to delight young readers and spark important conversations.Dive into a world of laughter and friendship with Frank the tuxedo cat and Sunny the corgi pup. This delightful series is perfect for young readers who love charming animal tales and heartwarming stories.Why Kids Love the Frank and the Puppy series:- Unforgettable Characters: Frank and Sunny's unique personalities and heartwarming bond will captivate young readers.- Engaging Stories: Short, easy-to-follow chapters make reading fun and accessible for early readers.- Whimsical Illustrations: Jon Lau's colorful and expressive illustrations bring the story to life.- Diverse Representation: The series features a loving, multiracial, queer family, promoting inclusivity and understanding.- Humorous and Relatable: The silly antics and everyday situations will resonate with young readers.Also.Did we mention a celebrity endorsement? The Frank the Puppy series was featured on Bedtime Stories with Ryan, Ryan Reynolds's TV show on Maximum Effort Channel.P R A I S EAMAZON BEST OF THE YEAR"Highly relatable."-Horn Book "A series opener that will delight cat AND dog fans."-Kirkus"Cute and hilarious." -Booklist.

Paperback. Condición: New. Lau, Jon Ilustrador. Frank the loveable but salty cat and his corgi sidekick Sunny are back! This time Frank falls head over heels in love with a deeply mysterious "masked cat" who he spies rooting through the garbage cans. Frank, Sunny, and new pal (an irascible parrot who is visiting) try hilariously to help Frank through his moony crush. On a Racoon. (But Frank doesn't know that.) P R A I S E "Highly relatable"-Horn Book "A series opener that will delight cat AND dog fans." -Kirkus Reviews "Cute and hilarious" - Booklist.

Paperback. Condición: New. Lau, Jon Ilustrador. A Hilarious Tale of Friendship and Mischief: In the third installment of the Frank and the Puppy series, Frank and Sunny face their greatest challenge yet: setting boundaries. Join Frank the tuxedo cat and Sunny the corgi pup as they face their biggest challenge yet: a hyperactive little "nibling" named Nellie! When Nellie comes to visit, she turns their peaceful home into a chaotic playground. From forced playdates to unwanted fashion shows, Frank and Sunny must navigate the mayhem and find a way to survive this mischievous guest.This heartwarming and humorous chapter book explores themes of friendship, respect, and understanding. With its charming watercolor illustrations and relatable characters, Frank and the Big Mistake is sure to delight young readers and spark important conversations. Dive into a world of laughter and friendship with Frank the tuxedo cat and Sunny the corgi pup. This delightful series is perfect for young readers who love charming animal tales and heartwarming stories. Why Kids Love the Frank and the Puppy series: - Unforgettable Characters: Frank and Sunny's unique personalities and heartwarming bond will captivate young readers. - Engaging Stories: Short, easy-to-follow chapters make reading fun and accessible for early readers. - Whimsical Illustrations: Jon Lau's colorful and expressive illustrations bring the story to life. - Diverse Representation: The series features a loving, multiracial, queer family, promoting inclusivity and understanding. - Humorous and Relatable: The silly antics and everyday situations will resonate with young readers. Also.Did we mention a celebrity endorsement? The Frank the Puppy series was featured on Bedtime Stories with Ryan, Ryan Reynolds's TV show on Maximum Effort Channel.

Paperback. Condición: New. Lau, Jon Ilustrador. A Delightfully Relatable Sibling Story: In the first installment of the Frank and the Puppy early reader series, Frank the grumpy tuxedo cat learns to get along (and sometimes not) with his humans' excitable new corgi Frank the cat has it good: Tons of toys, unlimited WhiskiesT and space and quiet to stretch and nap and think and write.? Then his people bring home a box. A box with something unexpected inside. A puppy.? A puppy who doesn't know the rules of naps. A puppy who slobbers and tackles and barks.? This won't do.? Frank will just have to find a better home. Should be easy, right?This heartwarming and humorous chapter book explores themes of friendship, respect, and understanding. With its charming watercolor illustrations and relatable characters, Frank and the Big Mistake is sure to delight young readers and spark important conversations.Dive into a world of laughter and friendship with Frank the tuxedo cat and Sunny the corgi pup. This delightful series is perfect for young readers who love charming animal tales and heartwarming stories.Why Kids Love the Frank and the Puppy series:- Unforgettable Characters: Frank and Sunny's unique personalities and heartwarming bond will captivate young readers.- Engaging Stories: Short, easy-to-follow chapters make reading fun and accessible for early readers.- Whimsical Illustrations: Jon Lau's colorful and expressive illustrations bring the story to life.- Diverse Representation: The series features a loving, multiracial, queer family, promoting inclusivity and understanding.- Humorous and Relatable: The silly antics and everyday situations will resonate with young readers.Also.Did we mention a celebrity endorsement? The Frank the Puppy series was featured on Bedtime Stories with Ryan, Ryan Reynolds's TV show on Maximum Effort Channel.P R A I S EAMAZON BEST OF THE YEAR"Highly relatable."-Horn Book "A series opener that will delight cat AND dog fans."-Kirkus"Cute and hilarious." -Booklist.

Paperback. Condición: New. Rickenmann, Iván Ilustrador. NOW IN PAPERBACK! A New York Times Best of the Year A Kids' Indie Next List An Indies Introduce Selection New York Public Library's Best of the Year ABC Group Best Books for Young Readers "A transformative, noteworthy debut. A philosophical read, begging discussion and interpretation."-Pam Muñoz Ryan, New York Times ? "Algorta's narrative glides with skillful pacing and poetic yet accessible language; Rickenmann's soft, detail-rich illustrations tonally match the refined internal rhythm of the prose." -Publishers Weekly (starred) ? "Poetic. . . lyrical and moving novel with a melancholic ode to coming of age." -Foreword Reviews (starred) ? "An unmissable tale about loss and reclamation." -Kirkus (starred) "A memorable and meaningful ride." -Horn Book Fabio flies through the streets of Bogotá on his bicycle, the children of his neighborhood trailing behind him. It is there that life feels right-where the world of adults, and their lies, fades away. But then one day, he simply forgets. Forgets how to ride his bicycle. And Fabio will never be the same again. From Colombia comes a special debut talent, Alejandra Algorta, and a first novel of discovery and heartbreak. Algorta's distinct and poetic prose has been translated by award-winning author Aida Salazar.

Paperback. Condición: New. Schaap, Annet Ilustrador. Beautifully written-an evocative story of resilience, family love, and finding hope in a new beginning.  A new pet helps a refugee family find a sense of safety and home in this charming novel, based on the co-author's own experience.  Nine-year-old Roya, her three brothers, and their parents have finally been granted permission to stay in the Netherlands after a long, arduous journey from Afghanistan. To celebrate their new stability, they bring home Mishka, a fluffy, white dwarf rabbit.  Roya, who was only three when her family fled Kabul, finds a special confidant in Mishka. As her family members recount their journey, from their reasons for leaving to their long stay in refugee centers, Mishka's presence gently prompts Roya to process her own scattered memories and the complex emotions of starting over in an unfamiliar world.  This lyrical story weaves together moments of humor, joy, and sadness, illuminating the disorienting effects of the refugee experience through a gentle, child's-eye view.  A critically acclaimed novel, perfect for readers in grades 3-5 (ages 7-10).  --  Starred Reviews: ? Publishers Weekly ? Kirkus ? Booklist  Best of the Year: Publishers Weekly New York Public Library Booklist.

Paperback. Condición: New. Schaap, Annet Ilustrador. Beautifully written-an evocative story of resilience, family love, and finding hope in a new beginning.  A new pet helps a refugee family find a sense of safety and home in this charming novel, based on the co-author's own experience.  Nine-year-old Roya, her three brothers, and their parents have finally been granted permission to stay in the Netherlands after a long, arduous journey from Afghanistan. To celebrate their new stability, they bring home Mishka, a fluffy, white dwarf rabbit.  Roya, who was only three when her family fled Kabul, finds a special confidant in Mishka. As her family members recount their journey, from their reasons for leaving to their long stay in refugee centers, Mishka's presence gently prompts Roya to process her own scattered memories and the complex emotions of starting over in an unfamiliar world.  This lyrical story weaves together moments of humor, joy, and sadness, illuminating the disorienting effects of the refugee experience through a gentle, child's-eye view.  A critically acclaimed novel, perfect for readers in grades 3-5 (ages 7-10).  --  Starred Reviews: ? Publishers Weekly ? Kirkus ? Booklist  Best of the Year: Publishers Weekly New York Public Library Booklist.

Paperback. Condición: New. NOW ON PAPERBACK!BEST OF THE YEAR: Chicago Public Library · Kids' Indie Next ListA story of multigenerational pain, magic, and the lengths to which we'll go to protect the people we love. Kohei Fujiwara has never seen a big ryu? in real life. Those dragons all disappeared from Japan after World War II, and twenty years later, they've become the stuff of legend. Their smaller cousins, who can fit in your palm, are all that remain. And Kohei loves his ryu?, Yuharu, but. . . . . .Kohei has a memory of the big ryu? He knows that's impossible, but still, it's there, in his mind. In it, he can see his grandpa - Ojiisan - gazing up at the big ryu? with what looks to Kohei like total and absolute wonder. When Kohei was little, he dreamed he'd go on a grand quest to bring the big ryu? back, to get Ojiisan to smile again. But now, Ojiisan is really, really sick. And Kohei is running out of time. Kohei needs to find the big ryu? now, before it's too late. With the help of Isolde, his new half-Jewish, half-Japanese neighbor; and Isolde's Yiddish-speaking dragon, Cheshire; he thinks he can do it. Maybe. He doesn't have a choice.P R A I S E ? "A thought-provoking, magical middle-grade journey that explores sacrifices, faith in allies and the resilient hopefulness of a child. A boy, his new friend and their dragons travel across Japan in search of a giant dragon they believe may heal his grandfather in this hopeful and stirring middle-grade debut."-Shelf-Awareness (starred) "A spellbinding mix of fantasy and alternate history that explores themes of generational trauma, resilience, and family love. Recommended."-School Library Journal "A beautiful-though complex-exploration of generational trauma."-Kirkus "Cohen interweaves Japanese dragon imagery, history, and post-war culture in a story that muses on the legacies of emotion and family experiences in shaping identity after war. She blends her fantastical imagery with historical fact and realism, bringing readers commentary and questions on cultural identity, racism, friendship, and political activism."-Horn Book "Kohei and Isolde are a dynamic pair, with contrasting skills and such different life experiences that they are constantly challenging and learning from each other. The thread of quiet agony that runs under the misery of Kohei's mother and the anger of his grandfather hints at the war and its devastating ripples across generations."-BCCB "Emi Watanabe Cohen does an admirable job of breathing life into this story of multicultural identity, family secrets, the effect of guilt on family relationships, forgiveness, and hope for the future."-School Library Connection "Gentle, humorous, and touching. A fantasy novel whose full-blooded mythology helps to emphasize the humanity of its characters."-Foreword.

Paperback. Condición: New. Rickenmann, Iván Ilustrador.

Paperback. Condición: New. Rickenmann, Iván Ilustrador. NOW IN PAPERBACK! A New York Times Best of the Year A Kids' Indie Next List An Indies Introduce Selection New York Public Library's Best of the Year ABC Group Best Books for Young Readers "A transformative, noteworthy debut. A philosophical read, begging discussion and interpretation."-Pam Muñoz Ryan, New York Times ? "Algorta's narrative glides with skillful pacing and poetic yet accessible language; Rickenmann's soft, detail-rich illustrations tonally match the refined internal rhythm of the prose." -Publishers Weekly (starred) ? "Poetic. . . lyrical and moving novel with a melancholic ode to coming of age." -Foreword Reviews (starred) ? "An unmissable tale about loss and reclamation." -Kirkus (starred) "A memorable and meaningful ride." -Horn Book Fabio flies through the streets of Bogotá on his bicycle, the children of his neighborhood trailing behind him. It is there that life feels right-where the world of adults, and their lies, fades away. But then one day, he simply forgets. Forgets how to ride his bicycle. And Fabio will never be the same again. From Colombia comes a special debut talent, Alejandra Algorta, and a first novel of discovery and heartbreak. Algorta's distinct and poetic prose has been translated by award-winning author Aida Salazar.

Paperback. Condición: New. NOW IN PAPERBACK! Two brothers fight to reunite amidst the turmoil of the Syrian War. Since the passing of their father, Omar has tried-and in his little brother Sufyan's eyes, failed-to be the man of his family of Syrian refugees. As Omar waits in line for rations, longing for the books he left behind when his family fled their home, Sufyan explores more nontraditional methods to provide for his family. Ignoring his brother's warnings, Sufyan gets more and more involved with a group that provides him with big rewards for doing seemingly inconsequential tasks. When the group abruptly gets more intense-taking Sufyan and other boys away from their families, teaching them how to shoot guns-Sufyan realizes his brother is right. But is it too late for Sufyan to get out of this? It's left to the bookish Omar to rescue his brother and reunite his family. He will have to take charge and be brave in ways he has never dared to before.P R A I S E "Poignant." -Foreword "Hauntingly hopeful." -Kirkus "Powerful." -School Library Connection.

Paperback. Condición: New. NEWBERY HONOR AWARD WINNERBEST OF THE YEAR:NPR - Booklist - School Library Journal - Chicago Public Library - Evanston Public Library - Kirkus - Wall Street JournalThe Silk Road comes to life in this picaresque epic adventure with twists and turns and a wonderful surprise ending from Printz Medalist Daniel NayeriThis is the tale of an exciting journey along the Silk Road with a young Monk and his newfound guardian, Samir, a larger than life character and the so-called Seller of Dreams. The man is a scammer, his biggest skill being the ability to talk his way into getting what he wants. While that talking did save Monkey's life, it has left a lot of people furious with Samir- furious enough to hire assassins. Monkey decides to try and save Samir from the attempts on his life-as a way to pay off his debt! If he can save Samir six times, he'll be a free man . but will they all survive that long?Fans of Salman Rushdie's Haroun and the Sea of Stories and The Little Prince will fall in love with the bond between Monkey and Samir-in this swashbuckling all-ages page-turner from national best seller Daniel Nayeri.P R A I S E"Adventurous, funny and nimble. Daniel Nayeri understands this relationship between storytelling and magic, and finds every opportunity to celebrate it. "  -The New York Times "Daniel Nayeri conjures a richly colored 11th-century realm of merchants and swindlers, camels and donkeys, caravanserai and spice bazaars, and the gaudiest array of mercenaries ever assembled in a book for young readers."  -The Wall Street Journal4 STARRED REVIEWS  ? "An epic ­adventure with an enduring message about love and family."  -School Library Journal (starred) ? "Filled with the multicultural hustle and bustle of the Silk Road, enlivened by the unpredictable nature of unreliable storytellers, this is a strange, wondrous, and creative tale. Can family be found along the Silk Road, or will everyone ultimately betray you? An enticing taste of a rich historical world."   -Kirkus (starred) ? "Readers will find more than expected, including tender philosophies, complex characterizations, heaps of humor, a masterful twist, and most importantly, just a great story, beautifully told."  -Booklist (starred) ? "Blends playful humor, solid pacing, and fully realized characters into a witty, assassin-studded traveler's yarn that also serves as a memorable, lively portrait of the 11th-century Silk Road."   -Publishers Weekly (starred) "Nayeri's immersive writing style brings a you-are-there energy to the depiction of the harsh but gorgeous environment of the Silk Road, and an informative author's note further details the geography of the trail, its economic and social value, and the many people who traversed it. The book ends with a simple but profound reminder that love comes in many forms, it is almost always messy and unpredictable, and it is almost always worth every effort toward it."  -Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books "Daniel Nayeri has a gift. The.

Paperback. Condición: New. NOW IN PAPERBACK! Two brothers fight to reunite amidst the turmoil of the Syrian War. Since the passing of their father, Omar has tried-and in his little brother Sufyan's eyes, failed-to be the man of his family of Syrian refugees. As Omar waits in line for rations, longing for the books he left behind when his family fled their home, Sufyan explores more nontraditional methods to provide for his family. Ignoring his brother's warnings, Sufyan gets more and more involved with a group that provides him with big rewards for doing seemingly inconsequential tasks. When the group abruptly gets more intense-taking Sufyan and other boys away from their families, teaching them how to shoot guns-Sufyan realizes his brother is right. But is it too late for Sufyan to get out of this? It's left to the bookish Omar to rescue his brother and reunite his family. He will have to take charge and be brave in ways he has never dared to before.P R A I S E "Poignant." -Foreword "Hauntingly hopeful." -Kirkus "Powerful." -School Library Connection.

Paperback. Condición: New. NEWBERY HONOR AWARD WINNERBEST OF THE YEAR:NPR - Booklist - School Library Journal - Chicago Public Library - Evanston Public Library - Kirkus - Wall Street JournalThe Silk Road comes to life in this picaresque epic adventure with twists and turns and a wonderful surprise ending from Printz Medalist Daniel NayeriThis is the tale of an exciting journey along the Silk Road with a young Monk and his newfound guardian, Samir, a larger than life character and the so-called Seller of Dreams. The man is a scammer, his biggest skill being the ability to talk his way into getting what he wants. While that talking did save Monkey's life, it has left a lot of people furious with Samir- furious enough to hire assassins. Monkey decides to try and save Samir from the attempts on his life-as a way to pay off his debt! If he can save Samir six times, he'll be a free man . but will they all survive that long?Fans of Salman Rushdie's Haroun and the Sea of Stories and The Little Prince will fall in love with the bond between Monkey and Samir-in this swashbuckling all-ages page-turner from national best seller Daniel Nayeri.P R A I S E"Adventurous, funny and nimble. Daniel Nayeri understands this relationship between storytelling and magic, and finds every opportunity to celebrate it. "  -The New York Times "Daniel Nayeri conjures a richly colored 11th-century realm of merchants and swindlers, camels and donkeys, caravanserai and spice bazaars, and the gaudiest array of mercenaries ever assembled in a book for young readers."  -The Wall Street Journal4 STARRED REVIEWS  ? "An epic ­adventure with an enduring message about love and family."  -School Library Journal (starred) ? "Filled with the multicultural hustle and bustle of the Silk Road, enlivened by the unpredictable nature of unreliable storytellers, this is a strange, wondrous, and creative tale. Can family be found along the Silk Road, or will everyone ultimately betray you? An enticing taste of a rich historical world."   -Kirkus (starred) ? "Readers will find more than expected, including tender philosophies, complex characterizations, heaps of humor, a masterful twist, and most importantly, just a great story, beautifully told."  -Booklist (starred) ? "Blends playful humor, solid pacing, and fully realized characters into a witty, assassin-studded traveler's yarn that also serves as a memorable, lively portrait of the 11th-century Silk Road."   -Publishers Weekly (starred) "Nayeri's immersive writing style brings a you-are-there energy to the depiction of the harsh but gorgeous environment of the Silk Road, and an informative author's note further details the geography of the trail, its economic and social value, and the many people who traversed it. The book ends with a simple but profound reminder that love comes in many forms, it is almost always messy and unpredictable, and it is almost always worth every effort toward it."  -Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books "Daniel Nayeri has a gift. The.

Paperback. Condición: New. SYDNEY TAYLOR BOOK AWARD WINNER NATIONAL JEWISH BOOK AWARD WINNER Shaindy is a twelve-year-old Orthodox Jewish girl who struggles in school and has no good friends. She watches with envy as her next-door neighbor, GAYIL, excels socially and academically. They have little to do with each other, and it comes as a surprise when Shaindy looks out her window one September evening and sees Gayil staring out at her from her own window with a sign reading want to know a secret? The secret (at first) is that Gayil has a key fob that will allow them to break into their school after hours. Together, they set up a harmless prank in their classroom. But under Gayil's instigation the mischief becomes malice, and Shaindy sees that the pranks and humiliations are targeted only at certain girls. But what could they have in common? With the fear of Gayil's fury and her own reluctance growing, Shaindy comes to the terrifying conclusion that if she can't figure out how to stop it, the next target could be her. P R A I S E ? "Absorbing and principled. Lowe wastes not a word in crafting this taut and emotionally roiled exploration of culpability and forgiveness. Gayil is right-'sixth grade is hard'-and Shaindy's vulnerability will likely resonate deeply with readers who share Shaindy's longing for acceptance." -Shelf-Awareness (starred) ? "[An] introspective novel full of perceptive emotional observations." -Horn Book (starred) "Pitch-perfect. The struggle between trying to fit in and keeping true to yourself will resonate with all tweens." -School Library Journal "This thoughtful middle grade novel explores the complexity of middle school friendships, bullying, and what it means to make amends and have a fresh start." -Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books "An enormously rewarding meditation on friendship, fairness, and forgiveness." -Booklist "A nuanced exploration of the intricacies of friendship. Engrossing and deeply relatable." -Kirkus.

Paperback. Condición: New. Van Der Linden, Martijn Ilustrador. Ellis loves popcorn. No, she REALLY loves popcorn. It's serious. So when her school and her dads ban all snack foods - INCLUDING POPCORN - Ellis won't listen. But when she tries to quietly sneak her favourite salty snack, one kernel refuses to pop. LOUDLY. Soon, the kernel has sprouted a face, arms, and legs! He's alive, his name is Popcorn Bob, and he is NOT in a good mood. He is HANGRY. Will Ellis be able to keep Bob a secret until she can get rid of him? (And after a few days with him, will she still want to?).

Paperback. Condición: New. SYDNEY TAYLOR BOOK AWARD WINNER NATIONAL JEWISH BOOK AWARD WINNER Shaindy is a twelve-year-old Orthodox Jewish girl who struggles in school and has no good friends. She watches with envy as her next-door neighbor, GAYIL, excels socially and academically. They have little to do with each other, and it comes as a surprise when Shaindy looks out her window one September evening and sees Gayil staring out at her from her own window with a sign reading want to know a secret? The secret (at first) is that Gayil has a key fob that will allow them to break into their school after hours. Together, they set up a harmless prank in their classroom. But under Gayil's instigation the mischief becomes malice, and Shaindy sees that the pranks and humiliations are targeted only at certain girls. But what could they have in common? With the fear of Gayil's fury and her own reluctance growing, Shaindy comes to the terrifying conclusion that if she can't figure out how to stop it, the next target could be her. P R A I S E ? "Absorbing and principled. Lowe wastes not a word in crafting this taut and emotionally roiled exploration of culpability and forgiveness. Gayil is right-'sixth grade is hard'-and Shaindy's vulnerability will likely resonate deeply with readers who share Shaindy's longing for acceptance." -Shelf-Awareness (starred) ? "[An] introspective novel full of perceptive emotional observations." -Horn Book (starred) "Pitch-perfect. The struggle between trying to fit in and keeping true to yourself will resonate with all tweens." -School Library Journal "This thoughtful middle grade novel explores the complexity of middle school friendships, bullying, and what it means to make amends and have a fresh start." -Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books "An enormously rewarding meditation on friendship, fairness, and forgiveness." -Booklist "A nuanced exploration of the intricacies of friendship. Engrossing and deeply relatable." -Kirkus.

Paperback. Condición: New. A compelling, tender story about friendship and community, grief and healing, and one indomitable girl who somehow manages to connect them all.A long ago "accident." An isolated girl named Aviva. A community that wants to help, but doesn't know how. And a ghostly dybbuk, that no one but Aviva can see, causing mayhem and mischief that everyone blames on her. That is the setting for this suspenseful novel of a girl who seems to have lost everything, including her best friend Kayla, and a mother who was once vibrant and popular, but who now can't always get out of bed in the morning. As tensions escalate in the Jewish community of Beacon with incidents of vandalism and a swastika carved into new concrete poured near the synagogue.so does the tension grow between Aviva and Kayla and the girls at their school, and so do the actions of the dybbuk grow worse. Could real harm be coming Aviva's way? And is it somehow related to the "accident" that took her father years ago? W I N N E R - Sydney Taylor AwardBEST OF THE YEARNPR · Kirkus · New York Public Library · Evanston Public Library.

Paperback. Condición: New. Van Der Linden, Martijn Ilustrador. Ellis is now best friends with a grumpy, talking popcorn kernel. Yes, REALLY! Together, they're secretly handing out popcorn to Ellis's classmates (since her school is now officially a 'Healthy School' - blech), and everything is great. Bob is even learning how to control his hanger (kind of). But Ellis and Bob are in danger - visitors from the possibly nefarious Popcorn and Co. are following them, and it's clear they're after Bob! Will Ellis be able to keep Bob out of their clutches?

Paperback. Condición: New. Hunkin, Mat Ilustrador. NOW IN PAPERBACK! ? "Encourages empathy and understanding while spotlighting underrepresented history, and providing an example of how young people can take action. Highly recommended."-School Library Journal (starred) ? "Well-crafted and wonderfully fresh."-Kirkus Reviews (starred)ALSC Notables Selection Capitol Choices Selection Kirkus Best Book of the Year CCBC Choices Selection It's the summer of 1976. You're having an amazing family holiday, one where everyone is there and all 18 of you are squeezed into one house. All of sudden it's 4 o'clock in the morning and there's banging and yelling and screaming. The police are in the house pulling people out of bed . . . Sofia is like most 12-year-old girls in New Zealand. How is she going to earn enough money for those boots? WHY does she have to give that speech at school? Who is she going to be friends with this year? It comes as a surprise to Sofia and her family when her big brother, Lenny, starts talking about protests, "overstayers", and injustices against Pacific Islanders by the government. Inspired by the Black Panthers in America, a group has formed called the Polynesian Panthers, who encourage immigrant and Indigenous families across New Zealand to stand up for their rights. Soon the whole family becomes involved in the movement. Told through Sofia's diary entries, with illustrations throughout, Dawn Raid is the story of one ordinary girl living in extraordinary times, learning how to stand up and fight.

Paperback. Condición: New. Golden Kite Award Finalist Washington State Book Award Winner Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Notable Social Studies Reading List CCBC Choices Melvin Robinson wants a strong, smooth, He-Man voice that lets him say what he wants, when he wants-especially to his crush Millie Takazawa, and Gary Ratliff, who constantly puts him down. But the thought of starting high school is only making his stutter worse. And Melvin's growing awareness that racism is everywhere-not just in the South where a boy his age has been brutally killed by two white men, but also in his own hometown of Spokane-is making him realize that he can't mutely stand by. His new friend Lenny, a fast-talking, sax-playing Jewish boy, who lives above the town's infamous (and segregated) Harlem Club, encourages Melvin to take some risks-to invite Millie to Homecoming and even audition for a local TV variety show. When they play music together, Melvin almost feels like he's talking, no words required. But there are times when one needs to speak up. When his moment comes, can Melvin be as mighty on the outside as he actually is on the inside?P R A I S E ? "This powerful novel weaves strong characters into the tapestry of civil rights, treatment of people with disabilities, fallout fear from the war, and ever-changing cultural shifts that defined the 1950s."-School Library Journal (starred) ? "A well-constructed and movingly told story of a thoughtful Black boy making his place in his family and in 1950s America."-Publishers Weekly (starred) "A gentle historical novel about finding your voice."-Kirkus "Sundee Frazier once again flexes her masterful expertise in understanding the human heart, and the insurmountable will and capacity we have to press forward and persevere triumphantly."-Kirkus Prize-winner Derrick Barnes "One of those rare books I found myself reading more slowly as I got to the final pages. I didn't want it to end."-Newbery Award-winner Christopher Paul Curtis.

Paperback. Condición: New. One week. One prize. Seven really weird challenges. The kids at Benjamin Banneker College Prep are a little. competitive. Okay. They're a LOT competitive. The minute Principal Yee announces an epic competition for the golden B-B trophy, seventh-grader Frederick Douglass Zezzmer knows he has to win. But it won't be easy. The competition doesn't just include science, technology, engineering, and math. It also has arts and sports. Not Doug's best subjects. Even worse, it's a TEAM competition. Instead of being in a superstar group, Doug gets paired with four middle school misfits no one else wants. Worst of all, Doug's dad has a horrible backup plan. If Doug doesn't win, he has to forget about becoming the World's Greatest Inventor and spend the summer in sports camp, with his scary stepbrother. With only a week to go, Doug launches a quest to turn his team of outcasts into winners. and maybe even friends.P R A I S E ? "Thomas strews the increasingly suspenseful competition with teachable moments and traces learning curves not only for the students but for teachers and parents, too. Reminiscent of E. L. Konigsburg's TheView from Saturday."-Booklist (starred) "Creative and hilarious.the novel's narration shifts among many perspectives, giving a rich, panoramic view of how stressful yet ultimately rewarding these learning experiences are for the overachievers, the socially awkward, the kids with complicated home lives, and all those who just need to see each other a little differently."-Kirkus Reviews "Witty competition drama. a telling that prioritizes characters' interiority as well as their impact on each other's lives. While Doug's determined voice is the primary focus, the rotating narratives showcase each of the racially diverse characters' individual stressors, delivering a well-rounded accounting that is better for its multiplicity."-Publishers Weekly "Thomas's debut novel is a refreshing take on middle-school life-smart kids who know they are going places but learn to take care of one another along the way."-Horn Book "Thomas uses wacky humor to deliver a light but laudable message about teamwork and friendship being more important than placing first."-School Library Journal "Being a middle school kid is. Complicated. And author J.E. Thomas knows how to show readers just how much is going on in a tween's world, in a fun and engaging way. Rich characters, realistic portrayal of middle school life, and action surrounding a STEAMS Competition makes CONTROL FREAKS a perfect book for kids, parents, and educators alike."-Fleur Bradley, author of Midnight at the Barclay Hotel "Witty competition drama. a telling that prioritizes characters' interiority as well as their impact on each other's lives. While Doug's determined voice is the primary focus, the rotating narratives showcase each of the racially diverse characters' individual stressors, delivering a well-rounded accounting that is better for its multiplicity." -Publishers Weekly "Thoma.

Paperback. Condición: New. BEST OF THE YEAR: Chicago Public Library - Kirkus A magical debut middle-grade novel filled with loud but loving family members, santería, and powerful orishas, set in New York City. Thirteen-year-old Maya Beatriz Montenegro Calderon has vivid recurring dreams where she hears the ocean calling her. Mami's side of the family is known as "Los Locos," so maybe she actually is going crazy. But no time for that; the family business is where it's at. Whenever Maya, her sister Salma, and her three cousins, Ini, Mini, and Mo, aren't at school, you can usually find three generations of Calderones at Café Taza, serving up sandwiches de pernil, mofongo, and the best cafés con leche in all of Brooklyn. One day, an unexpected visit from the estranged Titi Yaya from Puerto Rico changes everything. Because Yaya practices santería, Abuela tells Maya and the other Calderon children to stay away from her. But If la viejita is indeed estranged from the family, why does Maya feel so connected to this woman she has never met before? And who is this orisha named Yemaya? On top of figuring all this out, Maya has a budding soccer career to consider, while fending off the local bully, and dealing with nascent feelings toward her teammate. But through it all, there's that alluring connection to a forbidden ancient practice-filled with a pantheon of Yoruban gods and goddesses-that keeps tugging at her, offering her a new perspective in life, tying her past to her present and future. Which path will Maya choose to fulfill her destiny? P R A I S E ? "Beguiling. Maya's lively voice dazzles amid a standout cast that includes her lovably unruly cousins as well as memorable neighbors and classmates of varied Black and Latine heritages. In this evocative multigenerational tale, Marrero cultivates a rich N.Y.C. setting that feels like a character in itself, bursting with even richer depictions of cultural traditions." -Publishers Weekly (starred) ? "An expertly written exploration of an Afro-Latine family's history and the pantheon of West African gods. Marrero's debut beautifully weaves together themes of family trauma, first crushes, spirituality, and history as Maya embarks on her journey of self-discovery. An uplifting, beautifully rendered story of family bonds and embracing the unknown." -Kirkus (starred) ? "In this novel steeped in family lore and West African Yoruba beliefs, Maya navigates old ideas and thirsts for new knowledge as she discovers how she fits into her vibrant family and the world beyond. ­Maya's first-person narrative. is endearing and relatable, and peppered with Spanish. Readers are transported to the streets of ­Brooklyn and treated to the sights, sounds, and smells of life in the restaurant. Characters are as diverse as the streets of New York." -School Library Journal (starred) "Richly textured. Marrero, who is of Puerto Rican and Black Dominican descent, does a wonderful job of weaving the spiritual into corporeal affairs like soccer matches,

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Paperback. Condición: New. Pura Belpré Honor BookBEST OF THE YEARChicago Review of Books · Kirkus · Los Angeles Public LibraryPublishers Weekly Flying StartHigh Spirits is a collection of eleven interconnected short stories from the Dominican diaspora, from debut author Camille Gomera-Tavarez. It is a book centered on one extended family - the Beléns - across multiple generations. It is set in the fictional small town of Hidalpa - and Santo Domingo and Paterson and San Juan and Washington Heights too. It is told in a style both utterly real and distinctly magical - and its stories explore machismo, mental health, family, and identity. But most of all,High Spirits represents the first book from Camille Gomera-Tavarez, who takes her place as one of the most extraordinary new voices to emerge in years.For fans of Elizabeth Acevedo, Sandra Cisneros, Angie Cruz, and Yaa GyasiP R A I S E? "Authentic and immersive. . .A labor of love imbued with dedication to family."-Kirkus (starred)? "Deeply personal and relatable. Steeped in nostalgia and harsh but fierce love, this is a memorable family saga in its own right."-Booklist (starred)?"Full of vivid and poetic imagery. . . settings worthy of drinking in, and thematic material ripe for contemplation about identity, intergenerational memory, and patriarchy and toxic masculinity, Gomera-Tavarez's soulfully crafted debut is a sensitive, intrinsically feminist work."-Publishers Weekly (starred) "A magical and unflinching look at the Dominican Diaspora."-Dominican Writers Association.

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Paperback. Condición: New. NOW ON PAPERBACK!BEST OF THE YEAR: Chicago Public Library · Kids' Indie Next ListA story of multigenerational pain, magic, and the lengths to which we'll go to protect the people we love. Kohei Fujiwara has never seen a big ryu? in real life. Those dragons all disappeared from Japan after World War II, and twenty years later, they've become the stuff of legend. Their smaller cousins, who can fit in your palm, are all that remain. And Kohei loves his ryu?, Yuharu, but. . . . . .Kohei has a memory of the big ryu? He knows that's impossible, but still, it's there, in his mind. In it, he can see his grandpa - Ojiisan - gazing up at the big ryu? with what looks to Kohei like total and absolute wonder. When Kohei was little, he dreamed he'd go on a grand quest to bring the big ryu? back, to get Ojiisan to smile again. But now, Ojiisan is really, really sick. And Kohei is running out of time. Kohei needs to find the big ryu? now, before it's too late. With the help of Isolde, his new half-Jewish, half-Japanese neighbor; and Isolde's Yiddish-speaking dragon, Cheshire; he thinks he can do it. Maybe. He doesn't have a choice.P R A I S E ? "A thought-provoking, magical middle-grade journey that explores sacrifices, faith in allies and the resilient hopefulness of a child. A boy, his new friend and their dragons travel across Japan in search of a giant dragon they believe may heal his grandfather in this hopeful and stirring middle-grade debut."-Shelf-Awareness (starred) "A spellbinding mix of fantasy and alternate history that explores themes of generational trauma, resilience, and family love. Recommended."-School Library Journal "A beautiful-though complex-exploration of generational trauma."-Kirkus "Cohen interweaves Japanese dragon imagery, history, and post-war culture in a story that muses on the legacies of emotion and family experiences in shaping identity after war. She blends her fantastical imagery with historical fact and realism, bringing readers commentary and questions on cultural identity, racism, friendship, and political activism."-Horn Book "Kohei and Isolde are a dynamic pair, with contrasting skills and such different life experiences that they are constantly challenging and learning from each other. The thread of quiet agony that runs under the misery of Kohei's mother and the anger of his grandfather hints at the war and its devastating ripples across generations."-BCCB "Emi Watanabe Cohen does an admirable job of breathing life into this story of multicultural identity, family secrets, the effect of guilt on family relationships, forgiveness, and hope for the future."-School Library Connection "Gentle, humorous, and touching. A fantasy novel whose full-blooded mythology helps to emphasize the humanity of its characters."-Foreword.