We all share the same world, but do we experience it in the same way? A Different World gives children the opportunity to see the world through others' eyes. Readers will understand what challenges other people face on a daily basis and be provided with the tools that will allow them to challenge their own assumptions about the world.

Run Rikki Run is an allegory about the coming of age experience featuring a young race horse. Rikki, a young race horse, finds himself faced with the reality that his days of playing in the pasture are over and he must now enter the world of competitive racing where he will be judged by his performance. But what if he loses? In desperation, he turns to his friends for advice, but their answers only complicate his situation. Finally, at the peak of his crisis, Rikki discovers a solution to his fear from a very unlikely source. Run Rikki Run is a timeless story about the transitions in life when change in inevitable. Everyone must grow up, but the fear of failure is very real and must be overcome to allow people to reach their full potential.

Dr. Taylor's book plays an important role in helping youngsters with ADHD learn practical strategies for managing everyday life. This Guide includes: what ADHD means - and doesn't mean; ways to make each day go better at home, at school, and with friends; how to deal with strong feelings like anger, worry, and sadness; the lowdown on medicines many kids take for ADHD; info on foods that may help you manage your ADHD; fun quizzes that will help you remember what you're learning; and much more. It also includes lots of straightforward advice presented in a down-to-earth style with illustrations and quizzes to make it really kid-friendly.

After finding out Mihko reinstated the Reckoner Initiative in Breakdown, Cole and Eva confronted Mihko head-on. But when Eva stumbles across a secret laboratory, she finds her worst nightmares come to life. After a vicious battle with Mihko's newest test subject leaves Cole close to death, Eva is forced to continue their investigation without him. With Brady missing and Cole in recovery, Eva is on her own. What new terrors has Mihko created? Can they be stopped? And can Eva find Brady before it's too late?

From Hans Christian Andersen's fairytale characters to Lewis Carroll's Wonderland and Emily Dickinson's poetic imagery, the writings and lives of some of the world's most celebrated authors indicate signs of autism and Asperger's Syndrome. Through analysis of biographies, autobiographies, letters and diaries, Professor Julie Brown identifies literary talents who display characteristics of Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and uncovers the similarities in their writing that suggest atypical, autistic brains. Providing close readings of authors' works, Brown explores writing processes, content, theme, structure and writing style to reveal the underlying autistic traits that have influenced their writing. The book provides an overview of ASD and common threads in autistic writing followed by an illuminating exploration of how these threads are evident in the literature of both well-known and lesser known authors. This groundbreaking study of autism in literature will be of interest to anyone with a professional or personal interest in literature or the autistic mind.

Gold Medal Winner at the 2017 Moonbeam Children's Book Awards Everybody in the farmyard loves Daisy the donkey, but as she gets older, she becomes weaker, less agile, and can't hear so well. Then, one day, a beautiful pony full of life and energy arrives at the farm and captures everyone's attention. In this charming tale, readers will discover the value of the experience and wisdom we learn with the passing of the years. Guided Reading Level: M, Lexile Level: 650L

We all share the same world, but do we experience it in the same way? A Different World gives children the opportunity to see the world through others' eyes. Readers will understand what challenges other people face on a daily basis and be provided with the tools that will allow them to challenge their own assumptions about the world.

Cat is the glue holding her family together. When her little brother Chicken has a meltdown, she knows just how to calm him, whether it's scratching his back or reading his favourite book. They've always had a special bond. But with their mum working extra hard after their dad's death, Cat is struggling to keep everything afloat.

When Cat and Chicken unexpectedly end up spending the summer with the grandparents they've never met, Cat suddenly has the space to be a kid again. Gradually, she discovers that days on Gingerbread Island are full of fishing, fireflies and new friendships – as well as a lifetime of family secrets. Could this summer be Cat's chance to bring her fractured family together again?

The first book in a funny, heartfelt, and irresistible young middle grade series starring an unforgettable young boy on the autism spectrum, from acclaimed author Elana K. Arnold and with illustrations by Charles Santoso.

For Bixby Alexander Tam (nicknamed Bat), life tends to be full of surprises—some of them good, some not so good. Today, though, is a good-surprise day. Bat’s mom, a veterinarian, has brought home a baby skunk, which she needs to take care of until she can hand him over to a wild-animal shelter.

But the minute Bat meets the kit, he knows they belong together. And he’s got one month to show his mom that a baby skunk might just make a pretty terrific pet.

"Fans of R.J. Palacio's Wonder will appreciate this feel-good story of friendship and unconventional smarts." -Kirkus Reviews Ally has been smart enough to fool a lot of smart people. Every time she lands in a new school, she is able to hide her inability to read by creating clever yet disruptive distractions. She is afraid to ask for help; after all, how can you cure dumb? However, her newest teacher Mr. Daniels sees the bright, creative kid underneath the trouble maker. With his help, Ally learns not to be so hard on herself and that dyslexia is nothing to be ashamed of. As her confidence grows, Ally feels free to be herself and the world starts opening up with possibilities. She discovers that there's a lot more to her-and to everyone-than a label, and that great minds don't always think alike. The author of the beloved One for the Murphys gives readers an emotionally-charged, uplifting novel that will speak to anyone who's ever thought there was something wrong with them because they didn't fit in. This paperback edition includes The Sketchbook of Impossible Things and discussion questions. A New York Times Bestseller! * "Unforgettable and uplifting."-School Library Connection, starred review * "Offering hope to those who struggle academically and demonstrating that a disability does not equal stupidity, this is as unique as its heroine."-Booklist, starred review * "Mullaly Hunt again paints a nuanced portrayal of a sensitive, smart girl struggling with circumstances beyond her control." -School Library Journal, starred review

Can Wednesday and her service dog, Woof, sniff out Mrs. Winter's missing cat before her big trip? This is the first book of a fun full-color early chapter book series about the best detectives in the Midwest! Detective Tip #1 Try not to jump to conclusions. Wednesday and her service dog, Woof, are the best detectives in the whole world-or at least their neighborhood. But can they find Mrs. Winters's missing cat before her big trip? Or will the case of the cat-napped kitty be their first unsolved mystery? HarperChapters build confident readers one chapter at a time! With short, fast-paced books, art on every page, and milestone markers at the end of every chapter, they're the perfect next step for fans of I Can Read!