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We're All Wonders
(Paperback)
R. J. Palacio; Illustrated by R. J. Palacio
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I know I can't change the way I look. But maybe, just maybe, people
can change the way they see . . .Wonder is the unforgettable story
of August Pullman, an ordinary boy with an extraordinary face. With
over 5 million copies sold, Wonder is a true modern classic, a
life-changing read, and has inspired kindness and acceptance in
countless readers. Now younger readers can discover the Wonder
message with this gorgeous picture book, starring Auggie and his
dog Daisy on an original adventure, written and illustrated by R.J.
Palacio. With spare, powerful text and richly-imagined
illustrations, We're All Wonders shows readers what it's like to
live in Auggie's world - a world in which he feels like any other
kid, but he's not always seen that way.We're All Wonders taps into
every child's longing to belong, and to be seen for who they truly
are. It's the perfect way for families and teachers to talk about
empathy, difference and kindness with young children.
A powerful contemporary novel for readers of 11+ about slavery,
friendship and standing up for what is right. From the author of
the UKLA Book Award-winning THE ELEVENTH TRADE comes a second novel
with a powerful modern message - for readers of 11+.
Twelve-year-old Nadia has discovered a new and dangerous secret:
she is lonely. Then two things happen that change everything. She
meets Eli, who she suspects may be a superhero, and she finds a
strange letter under the dried juniper branches. The next day Nadia
gathers her courage to take the letter to Eli. But something about
Eli's family is very strange. Why doesn't he let her step close to
the house? And is her new friend hiding his own secrets?
"The Last Last-Day-of-Summer reminds me that all children deserve
to exist in magical spaces where their imaginations and familial
bonds will them into heroism. Every single child should have the
freedom to be one of The Legendary Alstons. And I, for one, am
grateful to Giles, and this brilliant story, for that reminder."
--Jason Reynolds, #1 New York Times bestselling and Newbery
Honor-winning author of Stuntboy, in the Meantime In the first
Legendary Alston Boys mystery from Edgar Award nominee Lamar Giles,
two adventurous cousins accidentally freeze time on the last day of
summer, and the secrets hidden between the seconds, minutes, and
hours aren't quite the endless fun they expected! Otto and Sheed
are the local sleuths in their zany Virginia town, masters of
unraveling mischief using their unmatched powers of deduction. And
as the summer winds down and the first day of school looms, the
boys are craving just a little bit more time for fun, even as they
bicker over what kind of fun they want to have. That is, until a
mysterious man appears with a camera that literally freezes time.
Now, with the help of some very strange people and even stranger
creatures, Otto and Sheed will have to put aside their differences
to save their town--and each other--before time stops for good. And
don't miss the Legendary Alston Boys in their next adventures: The
Last Mirror on the Left and The Last Chance for Logan County!
From acclaimed author Tonya Bolden comes the story of a teen girl
becoming a woman on her own terms against the backdrop of
widespread social change in the early 1900s. Savannah Riddle is
lucky. As a daughter of an upper class African American family in
Washington D.C., she attends one of the most rigorous public
schools in the nation--black or white--and has her pick among the
young men in her set. But lately the structure of her society--the
fancy parties, the Sunday teas, the pretentious men, and shallow
young women--has started to suffocate her. Then Savannah meets
Lloyd, a young West Indian man from the working class who opens
Savannah's eyes to how the other half lives. Inspired to fight for
change, Savannah starts attending suffragist lectures and socialist
meetings, finding herself drawn more and more to Lloyd's world. Set
against the backdrop of the press for women's rights, the Red
Summer, and anarchist bombings, Saving Savannah is the story of a
girl and the risks she must take to be the change in a world on the
brink of dramatic transformation.
A stunning debut about finding the strength to speak up against
hate and fear, for fans of The Hate U Give and I Am Thunder.
"Fiercely brilliant from beginning to end." Beth Reekles, author of
The Kissing Booth People like me are devils before we are angels.
Hanan has always been good and quiet. She accepts her role as her
school's perfect Muslim poster girl. She ignores the racist
bullies. A closed mouth is gold - it helps you get home in one
piece. Then her friend is murdered and every Muslim is to blame.
The world is angry at us again. How can she stay silent while her
family is ripped apart? It's time for Hanan to stop being the
quiet, good girl. It's time for her to stand up and shout.
'My name is Finlay McIntosh. I can see OK, can hear perfectly fine and I can write really, really well. But the thing is, I can't speak. I'm a st-st-st-stutterer. Hilarious, isn't it? It's like the word is there in my mouth, fully formed and then, just as it's ready to leave my lips . . . POP! It jumps and ricochets and bounces around my gob. Except it isn't funny at all, because there's not a thing I can do about it.'
Finlay's mother vanished two years ago. And ever since then his stutter has become almost unbearable. Bullied at school and ignored by his father, the only way to get out the words which are bouncing around in his head is by writing long letters to his ma which he knows she will never read, and by playing Scrabble online. But when Finlay is befriended by an online Scrabble player called Alex, everything changes. Could it be his mother secretly trying to contact him? Or is there something more sinister going on?
A Seven-Letter Word is an evocative and heartfelt story from the multi-award-winning author of Smart, Kim Slater.
Talking about Domestic Abuse is an activity pack for children of
nine years and above and adolescents where families have
experienced domestic abuse, to help and encourage them to open up
to their mothers about their distressing experiences. Based on the
authors' work with families who have experienced domestic abuse,
the activities are designed around four important themes: building
self-esteem; naming feelings; facilitating communication between
mothers and children; and talking about personal experiences,
including domestic violence, and are accompanied by photographs
which act as prompts for discussion. The authors explain the need
of young people to communicate with their parents about painful
memories. They also establish practical 'ground rules' on how
mothers can enter into that communication successfully and how to
make the most of the activities provided. Further information is
also given on support services that are available to families
coping with domestic abuse. This will be an essential tool for
families including young people who have lived through domestic
abuse, as well as social workers and other professionals working
with them.
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Julie
(Paperback)
Jean Craighead George; Illustrated by Wendell Minor
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R232
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Discovery Miles 2 180
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Named Children's Book of the Week by The Times! Inspired by a true
family story, Michael Rosen presents an astonishing account of
perseverance, love and hope in wartime. Beginning in 1939, young
Solly in London exchanges letters with his teenaged cousin, Bernie,
in Poland. While Solly is evacuated and tries his best to adjust to
life in the English countryside, Bernie's parents know that as Jews
they're not safe staying in Warsaw, so they send Bernie to the
Russian-occupied side of the country in the hope that he'll be
safer there. Soon, though, he is arrested and sent off to a forced
labour camp in Russia. As the cousins exchange sporadic letters,
they try to keep their spirits up, trading jokes and observations
about the world changing all around them. Then Bernie seizes the
opportunity to join the "Anders Army" and fight the Axis powers,
and tells Solly all about his experiences in Iraq and eventually
Italy, where he fights alongside the British at the famous Battle
of Monte Cassino. Does Bernie survive and find a safe place to call
home? With breathtaking illustrations by beloved illustrator
Michael Foreman, this is an unforgettable story of courage and
love, perfect for the whole family to share. Michael Rosen is one
of the best-known figures in the children's book world, known for
his work as poet and author of classic books such as WE'RE GOING ON
A BEAR HUNT. This book is a perfect companion to POPPY FIELD by
Michael Morpurgo and Michael Foreman. Together, the books are a
wonderful introduction to the history of the great wars of the 20th
century and the importance of Remembrance.
Finalist award in the 2021 Independent Author Network (IAN) Book of
the Year awards. Red Ribbon award winner in the 2021 Wishing Shelf
Awards. 'Why me?' Tommy would ask. After being relentlessly bullied
at school for a number of years Tommy is now completely withdrawn
from everyone and everything he once loved. That is, until, one
night when his Big Little Voice appears to him and takes him on a
journey to a reality he never could have imagined... Together, they
decide to confront his fears, rediscover his self-worth and work as
a team to achieve his dreams, vowing never to let anyone darken his
shine again. They say that for every negative there is a positive,
but what if the positive was within you all along? Join Tommy on
his incredible journey, see the world through his eyes and
experience what he feels. Meet Big Little Voice and uncover a side
to bullying as you've never seen before and realise your inner
superhero was within you all along.
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