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This title introduces readers to the life and music of Billie
Eilish. Colorful photos, fun facts, and a timeline of key dates in
her life make this book an exciting read for young music lovers.
This inspirational book covers stories of success and
uncompromising acts of self-definition from amazing people
throughout history. From disability activist and writer, Louise
Page, Great People Who Reached for the Stars is an empowering read
about people who have refused to take 'No!' for an answer. 26
profiles of iconic trailblazers who are physically and
neurologically diverse. A collection of biographies based on the
true stories of some of the most inspirational people throughout
history. A celebration of people who dare to be different, this
book features the biographies of Stephen Hawking, Winnie Harlow,
Greta Thunberg and more.
In this heart-stopping adventure based on real historical events,
Kereen Getten takes readers on a journey of sisterhood, struggle
and survival from Jamaica to Britain. 'She was rarely afraid, and
even if she was ... she still stood her ground, because Ruth never
faltered in what she believed in.' Ruth and Anna are inseparable.
Ruth has always known her half-sister isn't like her - her
almost-white skin means she is allowed certain things that Ruth can
only dream of. Anna wishes she could be braver, like her sister,
Ruth. But she has had to live with the fact that the smallest
mistake would land not only her in danger, but Ruth and their
mother, too. When Ruth and Anna are shipped off to Master John's
home in London for their safety, it isn't the haven they imagined.
Their differences force them apart - Anna is allowed to stay
upstairs while Ruth is banished to the servants' quarters and is
forced to work. With whispers of freedom on the city's streets,
will Anna find the courage to stand up for Ruth before it's too
late? VOICES: A thrilling series showcasing some of the UK's finest
writers for young people. Voices reflects the authentic, unsung
stories of our past. Each shows that, even in times of great
upheaval, a myriad of people have arrived on this island and made a
home for themselves - from Roman times to the present day.
The Gaelic footballer who's won nearly every prize in the game:
Including 5 All-Irelands & 8 All-Stars. 'You need a boot to
kick and hands and shoulders to mark your opposition. But without a
sharp brain, you'll never make it as a Kerry footballer.' Follow
Colm from his days as a tiny, freckle-faced kid - the youngest of
seven in a GAA-mad family from Killarney - all the way to Croke
Park, where he won five All-Ireland titles. This is the story of
how a boy who everyone said wasn't big enough or strong enough to
wear the green and gold jersey of Kerry became one of the greatest
Gaelic footballers of all time.
"The Jerrie Mock Story is the rewarding tale of a feisty woman who
not only followed her dream, but made it happen." - Dorothy S.
Cochrane, curator, Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum In
this biography for middle-grade readers, Nancy Roe Pimm tells the
story of Geraldine "Jerrie" Mock, the first woman to fly solo
around the world. In her trusty Cessna, The Spirit of Columbus-also
known as Charlie-she traveled from Columbus, Ohio, on an eastward
route that totaled nearly twenty-three thousand miles and took
almost a month. Overcoming wind, ice, mechanical problems, and
maybe even sabotage, Mock persevered. Mock caught the aviation bug
at seven years old, when she rode in a Ford Trimotor plane with her
parents. In high school, she displayed a talent for math and
science, and she was the only woman in her aeronautical engineering
classes at Ohio State University. Although she then settled into
domestic life, she never lost her interest in flying. What began as
a joking suggestion from her husband to fly around the world
prompted her to pursue her childhood dream. But the dream became a
race, as another woman, Joan Merriam Smith, also sought to be the
first to circle the globe. Even though Mock beat Smith and
accomplished what her heroine Amelia Earhart had died trying to do,
her feat was overshadowed by the Vietnam War and other world
events. Now, Pimm introduces Mock to a new generation of
adventurers.
Winner of the 2012 Batchelder Award Based on a real series of
events that happened during World War II, Soldier Bear tells the
story of an orphaned bear cub adopted by a group of Polish soldiers
in Iran. The soldiers raise the bear and eventually enlist him as a
soldier to ensure that he stays with the company. He travels with
them from Iran to Italy, and then on to Scotland. Voytek's mischief
gets him into trouble along with way, but he also provides some
unexpected encouragement for the soldiers amidst the reality of
war: Voytek learns to carry bombs for the company, saves the camp
from a spy, and keeps them constantly entertained with his
antics.Always powerful and surprising, Bibi Dumon Tak's story
offers readers a glimpse at this fascinating piece of history.
This title introduces readers to the life and music of Ariana
Grande. Colorful photos, fun facts, and a timeline of key dates in
her life make this book an exciting read for young music lovers.
Scarlett Johansson captivated audiences as Marvel's Black Widow.
With compelling images, fun facts, and an Inside Hollywood special
feature, this book provides an engaging overview of Johansson's
life, acting career, and experience playing Black Widow.
Discover the story of one teenager's struggles with OCD and
Tourette's Syndrome-and how he was able to overcome extraordinary
setbacks. Cory Friedman knows how it feels to have a body that
won't stop moving, to be really different from everyone else, to be
made fun of every day, to be totally reckless, to never relax, to
be shut out of everything, to break free and take control. James
Patterson's Against Medical Advice riveted adults with the
page-turning drama of one teenager's courage, sacrifice, and
triumph in confronting an agonizing medical condition. Now this
deeply personal account of Cory Friedman's intense struggles with
Tourette's Syndrome and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder-as well as
depression, anxiety, and alcohol addiction-is available for teen
readers.
A baseball player who ran the bases backwards, an indoor hockey
game cut short due to fog, a basketball player who scored for both
teams in the same game, a football quarterback who passed the ball
to himself, a golf tournament with only one hole - truth is
stranger than fiction, especially when it comes to sports! Len
Berman showcases the funniest and most amazing stories in the
history of sports in this collection taken from his popular
'spanning the world' TV segments. Sports fans will love reading and
sharing these bizarre tales.
'Every year I read several manuscripts written by mothers about
having a child with Asperger's syndrome. The quality of manuscripts
varies considerably. As soon as I started to read 'Living Your Best
Life with Asperger's syndrome' I knew it was going to be one of my
favourite biographies. I was entranced by Karra's descriptions of
her son's intellectual abilities, his perspective on life and sense
of humour. The anecdotes illustrate aspects of Asperger's syndrome
perfectly. Professionals will have the 'Ah ha!' moment, as the
descriptions of events and conversations are consistent with the
theoretical models of Asperger's syndrome. Both parents and
professionals need to read this book, and then other children with
Asperger's syndrome will indeed live a better life' - Professor
Tony Attwood 'This book is a worthwhile read and written in a very
positive way. Many professionals will find the anecdotes evocative
and perhaps illumination. There are also useful and practical tips
and ideas noted throughout the book. I would happily recommend it
to parents, especially those who are in the early days, post
diagnosis and looking for information, ideas and a positive
perspective' - Alison Leask, Chair of Autism, Argyll, Scotland
Effectively accommodating the social and academic needs of children
on the autistic spectrum is an important task in every school. This
book is a practical guide to benefit parents, teachers, Local
Education Authorities and international autism organisations. Each
chapter provides a summary followed by anecdotal stories that
illustrate a point, describing how a young boy navigates his way
through the social challenges that he faces every day. Issues
covered include: o diagnosis and recognizing the difference; o
providing support and understanding; o communication; o concrete
thinking. The focus of the writing is how to live your best life
despite your difference. The book describes the problems and pain
Karra faced as her son changed and encountered difficulties at
every stage. She also demonstrates her resilience and determination
and the book is a celebration of her son and their relationship.
'This is a very accessible book which would be helpful to parents
and teachers meeting autism for the first time. The book charts a
success story and as such should make an encouraging read. This
would be well worth having a parents' group or staff room library.'
- Special
Tasmanian schoolteacher Kate Byrne is having an affair with the father of her most gifted fourth grader, Lucien. Her lover's wife has just published Murder at Black Swan Point, a true-crime story about the brutal slaying of a young adulteress in a nearby town. Kate herself has become so obsessed with the murder and so convinced that the published account has it all wrong that she sets about writing her own version -- this one for children, narrated by Australian animals. Though Lucien's father brings Kate to life sexually in encounters of escalating eroticism, he cannot dull her obsession. Fixated on the crime of passion, Kate is becoming less and less aware of the present and of how her behavior may align her fate with that of the dead girl. Chloe Hooper chillingly captures this young woman's unraveling in an intense, witty, superbly crafted novel.
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