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Everybody knows that Cleopatra is the most famous of all of Egypt's
queens and that she had a nasty accident with a snake. But did you
also know that Cleopatra: Married both her brothers? Had her
younger sister killed? Everything you would ever want to know about
Cleopatra!
Penguin Readers is an ELT graded reader series for learners of
English as a foreign language. With carefully adapted text, new
illustrations and language learning exercises, the print edition
also includes instructions to access supporting material online.
Titles include popular classics, exciting contemporary fiction, and
thought-provoking non-fiction, introducing language learners to
bestselling authors and compelling content. The eight levels of
Penguin Readers follow the Common European Framework of Reference
for language learning (CEFR). Exercises at the back of each Reader
help language learners to practise grammar, vocabulary, and key
exam skills. Before, during and after-reading questions test
readers' story comprehension and develop vocabulary. A Tale of Two
Cities, a Level 6 Reader, is B1+ in the CEFR framework. The longer
text is made up of sentences with up to four clauses, introducing
future continuous, reported questions, third conditional, was going
to and ellipsis. A small number of illustrations support the text.
After eighteen years in the Bastille prison, Dr Manette finally
leaves France and goes to live with his daughter, Lucie, in
England. There, two very different men fall in love with Lucie.
Lucie finds happiness, but in France a storm is coming. Soon, Lucie
and her family must face the French Revolution, and one man must
give Lucie everything he has. Visit the Penguin Readers website
Exclusively with the print edition, readers can unlock online
resources including a digital book, audio edition, lesson plans and
answer keys.
The sequel to Daughter of Sparta thrusts warrior Daphne and her
love interest, the Olympian god Apollo, into the middle of the
Trojan War in this epic YA fantasy reimagining of Greek mythology.
A year after saving the powers of Olympus by defeating Nyx, the
Goddess of Darkness, Daphne is haunted by still-looming threats,
her complicated feelings for the god Apollo, and the promise she
made to the Olympian gods that she would help them again when they
called upon her. When their command finally comes, it is
deceptively simple: secure herself a spot as one of Queen Helen's
guards. A war is coming, and all of Sparta must be prepared. In the
midst of a treaty summit among the monarchs of Greece, Daphne and
Helen uncover a plot of betrayal-and soon, a battle begins that
leads to all-out war. As the kingdoms of Greece clash on the shores
of Troy and the gods choose sides, Daphne must use her wits, her
training, and her precarious relationship with Apollo to find a way
to keep her queen safe, stop the war, and uncover the true reason
the gods led her to Troy. But the gods are keeping more than one
secret, and Daphne will be forced to decide how far she is willing
to go to save those she loves-and whose side she's on in a war that
is prophesized to be the downfall of her people. Claire M. Andrews
continues to turn Greek mythology on its head in this thrilling
sequel that centers a female protagonist in a land ruled by
powerful men and gods alike, filled with exhilarating action,
unforgettable romance, and a destiny that could destroy the world.
Preorder the jaw-dropping conclusion, Storm of Olympus, now!
The dramatic second story in the Surya Trilogy by Whitbread
award-winning Jamila Gavin, author of Coram Boy. India 1948. "The
light has gone out of our world.... Mahatma Gandhi is assassinated.
In India, chaos and turmoil reign. In England, Jaspal and
Marvinder's father is in prison. Jaspal cannot forgive him, and
longs to return to his village in the Punjab where he feels he
belongs. Marvinder has found friends, her first love, and her gift
as a violinist. But how can she ignore her mother's voice calling
her back to India? She is torn between two worlds. A story of
thesearch for reconciliation, the sequel to Wheel of Surya is a
beautifullycrafted story sets against the backdrop of Indian
independence and thePartition of India and Pakistan. No children's
books about India conveysthese issues and themes with the
effortless ease of Jamila Gavin. Her diversevoice is the perfect
introduction to this period of history, for fansof The Bone
Sparrow, Morris Gleitzman's Once, and KatherineRundell's The Wolf
Wilder.
Shortlisted for the Historical Association Young Quills Award 2021.
London, 1666. After the sudden death of her father,
thirteen-year-old Lizzie Hopper and her mother must take over The
White Pheonix- the family bookshop in the shadow of St Paul's
Cathedral. But England is at war with France and dire prophecies
abound. As rumours of invasion and plague spread, Lizzie battles
prejudice, blackmail and mob violence to protect the bookshop she
loves. When the Great Fire of London breaks out, Lizzie must rescue
more than just the bookshop. Can she now save the friend she wasn't
supposed to have? Can The White Pheonix rise from the ashes?
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Wildflower Girl
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Marita Conlon-McKenna; Illustrated by Donald Teskey; Cover design or artwork by P.J. Lynch
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The second book in the famine trilogy At seven, Peggy made a
terrifying journey through famine-stricken Ireland. Now thirteen,
and determined to make a new life for herself, she sets off alone
across the Atlantic to America. Will she ever see her family again?
An extraordinary story of courage, independence and adventure The
other books in the Famine trilogy are Under the Hawthorn Tree and
Fields of Home.
In A Ceiling Made of Eggshells, Newbery Honor-winning author Gail
Carson Levine tells a moving and ambitious story set during the
expulsion of Jews from Spain, about a young Jewish girl full of
heart who must play her own role in her people's epic history-no
matter the sacrifice. Surrounded by her large family, Loma is happy
living in the juderia of Alcala de Henares, Spain, and wants
nothing more than to someday have a family of her own. Still, when
her intimidating grandfather, her Belo, decides to bring her along
on his travels, she's excited to join him. Belo has the ear of King
Ferdinand and Queen Isabella, and Loma relishes her adventures with
him, adventures that are beyond the scope of most girls of the
time. She soon learns just how dangerous the world is for the Jews
of Spain, and how her grandfather's influence keeps their people
safe. But the older Loma gets, the more she longs to realize her
own dreams-if Belo will ever allow her to leave his side.
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Lady Mary
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Lucy Worsley
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By turns thrilling, dramatic and touching, this is the story of Henry the Eighth and Catherine of Aragon's divorce as you've never heard it before - from the eyes of their daughter, Princess Mary.
More than anything Mary just wants her family to stay together; for her mother and her father - and for her - to all be in the same place at once. But when her father announces that his marriage to her mother was void and by turns that Mary doesn't really count as his child, she realises things will never be as she hoped.
Things only get worse when her father marries again. Separated from her mother and forced to work as a servant for her new sister, Mary must dig deep to find the strength to stand up against those who wish to bring her down. Despite what anyone says, she will always be a princess. She has the blood of a princess and she is ready to fight for what is rightfully hers.
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Girl Out of Place
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Syl Van Duyn; Translated by Ernestine Hoegen
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At the end of the war, Nell is released from an internment camp in
Indonesia. While searching for her father in the chaos, she meets
and becomes close to Tim, who is looking for his family too. Nell's
journey takes her first to Singapore then to a new life and new
friends in Australia. Finally, she has a ticket to visit her father
in the Netherlands. But will Nell really be able to settle there -
and will she ever see Tim again? Based on a true story, this is an
exciting tale of courage and friendship, hope and determination,
about the search for love and a place to finally call home.
Collect the first four Soldier Dogs books in this paperback box set
starring the brave military dogs who helped the U.S. win World War
II! Includes four pull-out posters! From air raids to surprise
attacks, from islands in the Pacific to the beaches of Normandy,
the heroes of the Soldier Dogs series are always ready to save the
day! This action-packed series features stories inspired by the
real-life canines who fought alongside the US army, navy, air force
and marines--including a German Shepherd searching for Nazis, a
Labrador rescuing sailors during the attack on Pearl Harbor, a
Doberman carrying secret messages, and a terrier parachuting into
France to help Allied forces gain victory at Normandy. Each of the
four books is jam-packed with facts, timelines, and Q&As about
the real history of WWII!
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White Eagles
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Elizabeth Wein; Cover design or artwork by Matt Jones
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Summer 1939. With Europe on the brink of war, eighteen-year-old Kristina Tomiak has been called up to join the White Eagles, Poland's valiant air force. When the Nazis reach the town where she is based, Kristina makes a daring escape, but she doesn't realise that she's carrying a stowaway in her plane. Will Kristina be able to navigate the most challenging flight of her life and reach safety amid the turmoil of war? Particularly suitable for struggling, reluctant or dyslexic readers aged 13+
Go west, young pioneer--your journey begins here! Inside you'll
find two books in one: The Race to Chimney Rock and Danger at the
Haunted Gate. In these first two legs of your trek on the Oregon
Trail, you need to find your way to prominent landmarks Chimney
Rock and Devil's Gate--but not without unpredictable challenges
ahead. Natural disasters, disease, and dishonest people are
challenges you'll face in the wild frontier. Make the right choices
and make it halfway to your final destination in Oregon Territory!
Penguin Readers is an ELT graded reader series. Please note that
the eBook edition does NOT include access to the audio edition and
digital book. Written for learners of English as a foreign
language, each title includes carefully adapted text, new
illustrations and language learning exercises. Titles include
popular classics, exciting contemporary fiction, and
thought-provoking non-fiction, introducing language learners to
bestselling authors and compelling content. The eight levels of
Penguin Readers follow the Common European Framework of Reference
for language learning (CEFR). Exercises at the back of each Reader
help language learners to practise grammar, vocabulary, and key
exam skills. Before, during and after-reading questions test
readers' story comprehension and develop vocabulary. Mulan and
Other Tales of Heroes, a Level 2 Reader, is A1+ in the CEFR
framework. Sentences contain a maximum of two clauses, introducing
the future tenses will and going to, present continuous for future
meaning, and comparatives and superlatives. It is well supported by
illustrations, which appear on most pages. These four stories are
very old and many of them are about special people or animals. Is
your favourite hero in this book? Visit the Penguin Readers website
Register to access online resources including tests, worksheets and
answer keys. Exclusively with the print edition, readers can unlock
a digital book and audio edition (not available with the eBook).
Sari doesn't like being the only Muslim student in her class,
especially when kids like Andrew ask difficult questions. Then, a
trip back in time takes them both to September 11, 2001. A tragic
day in U.S. history helps them see their world in a whole new way.
This graphic novel introduces the events of 9/11 to students and
explores important social issues such as religious prejudice. This
hi-lo book will capture the interest of kids who enjoy graphic
novels involving time travel, tragic events, and historical
fiction.
The Son of Spartapuss is off on a new adventure in an ancient
Greece and Rome where cats rule the world and humans have never
existed Join the Son of Spartapuss and his fiery friend Furia again
as they battle their way to the Olympuss Games. Shipwrecked on the
way to the tournament, our heroes find themselves lost in an
ancient maze. Can they escape before the monstrous Minopaw tracks
them down?
The disaster felt around the world . . .
Visiting his dad's hometown in Japan four months after his father's
death would be hard enough for Ben. But one morning the pain turns
to fear: first, a massive earthquake rocks the quiet coastal
village, nearly toppling his uncle's house. Then the ocean waters
rise and Ben and his family are swept away-and pulled apart-by a
terrible tsunami.
Now Ben is alone, stranded in a strange country a million miles
from home. Can he fight hard enough to survive one of the most epic
disasters of all time?
A small undercover unit of hand-picked, trusted warriors is
assembled to track down the thieves who have stolen the Staff held
by Moses as he parted the Red Sea. They are the `Ruzgar' - the
`Wind' - and like the wind, they travel silently and unseen. Awa,
the studious daughter of a noble family from the Songhai Empire in
West Africa, was kidnapped and enslaved by Moroccans after the
disastrous Battle of Tondibi. Awa is a whirling and deadly force
when she has a scimitar in her hand. Will, who was snatched from
his home in London at the age of 5, is now 16 and a galley slave on
board a Moroccan warship. Joining the Ruzgar turns him into a man.
He and Awa become fast friends. The other comrades are Turkish,
Greek and Albanian, all led by the charismatic Bosnian Mehmed
Konjic, a wise counsellor and natural hero. The Ruzgar's pursuit of
a network of rogues takes them across continents and into many
perilous situations. The action is fast and furious, with dire
situations requiring a Houdini to escape from . . . set against
thrilling backdrops including deserts, oceans, dungeons, the roofs
of the Grand Bazaar of Istanbul, the canals of Venice and the court
of Queen Elizabeth I at Nonsuch Palace in Surrey. The task to
reclaim the Staff is a mission that is (almost) impossible . . .
"You know the path that leads from South Road over to Blackbird Pond?" said Kit. Prudence gulped. "The witch lives down there!" Kit Tyler is marked by suspicion and disapproval from the moment she arrives on the shores of Connecticut in 1687, far from her beloved home on the island of Barbados. Her unconventional background and high-spirited ways immediately clash with the Puritanical lifestyle of her uncle's household, and she despairs of ever truly fitting in. When Kit meets Hannah Tupper, she is sure she has found a friend at last. But the locals believe that the old woman is a witch, and withes must be burned… WINNER OF THE NEWBERY MEDAL
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