Harpercollins jan 2012 (93 Ergebnisse)

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Nancy touches upon a subject near and dear to all in this Fancy Nancy story from the belovedNew York Times bestselling author-illustrator team Jane O'Connor and Robin Preiss Glasser. Nancy absolutely must have her first tooth fall out at school. That way she will be sure to receive the special tooth-holder necklace from the school nurse. But when Nancy's tooth starts wiggling at home, she is worried she might lose it before class. How can Nancy make sure her loose tooth falls out at school Fancy Nancy and the Too-Loose Tooth is a Level One I Can Read book, which means it's perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences. The back matter features a list of the rich vocabulary words that are used throughout the story along with their definition. Glasser, Robin Preiss (illustrator).…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - In this Newbery Honor novel, New York Times bestselling author Rita Williams-Garcia tells the story of three sisters who travel to Oakland, California, in 1968 to meet the mother who abandoned them. A strong option for summer reading-take this book along on a family road trip or enjoy it at home.This moving, funny novel won the Scott O'Dell Award for Historical Fiction and the Coretta Scott King Award and was a National Book Award Finalist. Delphine, Vonetta, and Fern's story continues in P.S. Be Eleven and Gone Crazy in Alabama.Readers who enjoy Christopher Paul Curtis's The Watsons Go to Birmingham and Jacqueline Woodson's Brown Girl Dreaming will find much to love in One Crazy Summer. Rita Williams-Garcia's books about Delphine, Vonetta, and Fern can also be read alongside nonfiction explorations of American history such as Jason Reynolds's and Ibram X. Kendi's books.In One Crazy Summer, eleven-year-old Delphine is like a mother to her two younger sisters, Vonetta and Fern. She's had to be, ever since their mother, Cecile, left them seven years ago for a radical new life in California. But when the sisters arrive from Brooklyn to spend the summer with their mother, Cecile is nothing like they imagined.While the girls hope to go to Disneyland and meet Tinker Bell, their mother sends them to a day camp run by the Black Panthers. Unexpectedly, Delphine, Vonetta, and Fern learn much about their family, their country, and themselves during one truly crazy summer.This novel was the first featured title for Marley D's Reading Party, launched after the success of #1000BlackGirlBooks. Maria Russo, in a New York Times list of 'great kids' books with diverse characters,' called it 'witty and original.''This vibrant and moving award-winning novel has heart to spare,' commented Olugbemisola Rhuday-Perkovich in her Brightly article 'Knowing Our History to Build a Brighter Future: Books to Help Kids Understand the Fight for Racial Equality.'Rita Williams-Garcia is one of the preeminent authors of our time. She has been honored with the Children's Literature Lecture Award from the American Library Association.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - An unforgettably funny, animal adventure story about a little bird with big dreams from award-winning author Jeanne Willis. One of the fantastic titles in the brand new Awesome Animals series - the funniest fiction, starring the wildest wildlife, from prize winning authors.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Join one boy and his family on a trip to the zoo. But this is no normal zoo: it's full of extraordinary animals, including elephants who drink tea, penguins who ski, and even chimpanzees who eat peas! Illustrated by Luciana Fernandez, this imaginative poem is written by eleven-year-old Collins Big Cat 2011 Writing Competition winner Reece Cox.- Ideas for Reading provide practical support and stimulating activities.- Text type: A poem. Fernandez, Luciana (illustrator).…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - At the 2012 Olympics, the modern pentathlon will be 100 years old. This photographic non-fiction report shows the events that are included in the pentathlon and the extraordinary skills needed to compete in this challenging event.- Collins Big Cat Progress builds confidence, helping struggling pupils not only to read, but to love reading- Dual-banded books provide age-appropriate interest level material matched with a lower reading ability level- Every book is levelled by reading expert Cliff Moon to ensure precise, systematic, measurable progression to help close the ability gap- The books use a range of reading strategies: phonic, graphic, syntactic and contextual to build confident, accurate, fluent readers- Designed to build speaking and listening skills, as well as reading skills, the books are highly visual and include incredible illustrations and photographs- Every book has a Key Stage 2 look-and-feel to engage older pupils and avoid stigmatisation- Topics are relevant for children in years 3-6 and connected to the curriculum and framework objectives for these years to support inclusion- Progress titles contain a Reader Response page to encourage the pupil to respond to and recall what they have read. This offers an ideal opportunity to check comprehension- Ideas for Reading, written by primary literacy expert Gill Howell are included in the back of every book to help you support the reading needs of each child- This book has been quizzed for Accelerated Reader.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - What is a muscle How do they work Why are they so important Find out the answers to all of these questions in this information book, filled with detailed illustrations and photographs.- Collins Big Cat Progress builds confidence, helping struggling pupils not only to read, but to love reading- Dual-banded books provide age-appropriate interest level material matched with a lower reading ability level- Every book is levelled by reading expert Cliff Moon to ensure precise, systematic, measurable progression to help close the ability gap- The books use a range of reading strategies: phonic, graphic, syntactic and contextual to build confident, accurate, fluent readers- Designed to build speaking and listening skills, as well as reading skills, the books are highly visual and include incredible illustrations and photographs- Every book has a Key Stage 2 look-and-feel to engage older pupils and avoid stigmatisation- Topics are relevant for children in years 3-6 and connected to the curriculum and framework objectives for these years to support inclusion- Progress titles contain a Reader Response page to encourage the pupil to respond to and recall what they have read. This offers an ideal opportunity to check comprehension- Ideas for Reading, written by primary literacy expert Gill Howell are included in the back of every book to help you support the reading needs of each child- This book has been quizzed for Accelerated Reader. White, Graham (illustrator).…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - A boy takes home a seal skull that he finds at the beach. It has dark, empty eyes that stare back at him. Now a storm is brewing and his room is filled with shadows - will he be able to calm the storm This mysterious story by Anne Curtis is evocatively illustrated by Chris Corner.- Collins Big Cat Progress builds confidence, helping struggling pupils not only to read, but to love reading- Dual-banded books provide age-appropriate interest level material matched with a lower reading ability level- Every book is levelled by reading expert Cliff Moon to ensure precise, systematic, measurable progression to help close the ability gap- The books use a range of reading strategies: phonic, graphic, syntactic and contextual to build confident, accurate, fluent readers- Designed to build speaking and listening skills, as well as reading skills, the books are highly visual and include incredible illustrations and photographs- Every book has a Key Stage 2 look-and-feel to engage older pupils and avoid stigmatisation- Topics are relevant for children in years 3-6 and connected to the curriculum and framework objectives for these years to support inclusion- Progress titles contain a Reader Response page to encourage the pupil to respond to and recall what they have read. This offers an ideal opportunity to check comprehension- Ideas for Reading, written by primary literacy expert Gill Howell are included in the back of every book to help you support the reading needs of each child- This book has been quizzed for Accelerated Reader.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - During World War II, many spies were dropped from Britain into France to help fight the Nazis. One of them was a woman called Christine Granville, who risked her life to save her comrades. Follow her incredible true story is this beautifully illustrated graphic novel by award-winning authors Mick Manning and Brita Granström.- Collins Big Cat Progress builds confidence, helping struggling pupils not only to read, but to love reading- Dual-banded books provide age-appropriate interest level material matched with a lower reading ability level- Every book is levelled by reading expert Cliff Moon to ensure precise, systematic, measurable progression to help close the ability gap- The books use a range of reading strategies: phonic, graphic, syntactic and contextual to build confident, accurate, fluent readers- Designed to build speaking and listening skills, as well as reading skills, the books are highly visual and include incredible illustrations and photographs- Every book has a Key Stage 2 look-and-feel to engage older pupils and avoid stigmatisation- Topics are relevant for children in years 3-6 and connected to the curriculum and framework objectives for these years to support inclusion- Progress titles contain a Reader Response page to encourage the pupil to respond to and recall what they have read. This offers an ideal opportunity to check comprehension- Ideas for Reading, written by primary literacy expert Gill Howell are included in the back of every book to help you support the reading needs of each child- This book has been quizzed for Accelerated Reader.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Some cars are big and powerful, while others are very small. Some can even fly or float on water! Find out about some of the world's coolest and most unusual cars in this highly photographic information book.- Collins Big Cat Progress builds confidence, helping struggling pupils not only to read, but to love reading- Dual-banded books provide age-appropriate interest level material matched with a lower reading ability level- Every book is levelled by reading expert Cliff Moon to ensure precise, systematic, measurable progression to help close the ability gap- The books use a range of reading strategies: phonic, graphic, syntactic and contextual to build confident, accurate, fluent readers- Designed to build speaking and listening skills, as well as reading skills, the books are highly visual and include incredible illustrations and photographs- Every book has a Key Stage 2 look-and-feel to engage older pupils and avoid stigmatisation- Topics are relevant for children in years 3-6 and connected to the curriculum and framework objectives for these years to support inclusion- Progress titles contain a Reader Response page to encourage the pupil to respond to and recall what they have read. This offers an ideal opportunity to check comprehension- Ideas for Reading, written by primary literacy expert Gill Howell are included in the back of every book to help you support the reading needs of each child.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - From pigeons and elephants to parachuting dogs - millions of animals helped in both world wars. This non-fiction book, with fascinating photographs from the archives of the Imperial War Museum, focuses on the animals that were involved and their bravery in the face of battle.- Collins Big Cat Progress builds confidence, helping struggling pupils not only to read, but to love reading- Dual-banded books provide age-appropriate interest level material matched with a lower reading ability level- Every book is levelled by reading expert Cliff Moon to ensure precise, systematic, measurable progression to help close the ability gap- The books use a range of reading strategies: phonic, graphic, syntactic and contextual to build confident, accurate, fluent readers- Designed to build speaking and listening skills, as well as reading skills, the books are highly visual and include incredible illustrations and photographs- Every book has a Key Stage 2 look-and-feel to engage older pupils and avoid stigmatisation- Topics are relevant for children in years 3-6 and connected to the curriculum and framework objectives for these years to support inclusion- Progress titles contain a Reader Response page to encourage the pupil to respond to and recall what they have read. This offers an ideal opportunity to check comprehension- Ideas for Reading, written by primary literacy expert Gill Howell are included in the back of every book to help you support the reading needs of each child- This book has been quizzed for Accelerated Reader.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Mr Cat's carrying a big bag. His friends, Mrs Bear, Mr Fox, Mrs Duck and Mr Mouse are all very interested to find out what he has inside, but Mr Cat will only give them one answer: 'Wait and see!' This sweet story is written by ten-year-old Collins Big Cat 2011 Writing Competition winner Louisa Kelly, with quirky illustrations by Julian Mosedale.- Ideas for Reading provide practical support and stimulating activities.- Text type: A story with patterned and predictable language. Mosedale, Julian (illustrator).…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Sam is an ordinary dog who likes to sit around and sleep in his basket - but Sam has a secret. When his owners leave the house, he becomes Super Sam! Find out what heroic deeds he performs in this entertaining story by ten-year-old Collins Big Cat 2011 Writing Competition winner Kaitlin Broadfoot, with illustrations by Kimberley Scott.- Ideas for Reading provide practical support and stimulating activities.- Text type: A simple story with a familiar setting. Scott, Kimberley (illustrator).…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Follow one girl as she builds a rocket and plans to take her friends on an amazing trip to the Sun and Moon. But will the task prove more difficult than she first thought Imaginatively illustrated by T.S Spookytooth, this clever and inventive poem was written by Kenn Nesbitt.- Ideas for Reading provide practical support and stimulating activities.- Text type: A story with patterned and predictable language. Spookytooth, T.S. (illustrator).…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - In some parts of America in the 1950s, White people and Black people were treated very differently. Rosa Parks and Martin Luther King publicly fought against this - but in very different ways. This is the powerful and inspiring story of how they stood up for racial equality.- Collins Big Cat Progress builds confidence, helping struggling pupils not only to read, but to love reading- Dual-banded books provide age-appropriate interest level material matched with a lower reading ability level- Every book is levelled by reading expert Cliff Moon to ensure precise, systematic, measurable progression to help close the ability gap- The books use a range of reading strategies: phonic, graphic, syntactic and contextual to build confident, accurate, fluent readers- Designed to build speaking and listening skills, as well as reading skills, the books are highly visual and include incredible illustrations and photographs- Every book has a Key Stage 2 look-and-feel to engage older pupils and avoid stigmatisation- Topics are relevant for children in years 3-6 and connected to the curriculum and framework objectives for these years to support inclusion- Progress titles contain a Reader Response page to encourage the pupil to respond to and recall what they have read. This offers an ideal opportunity to check comprehension- Ideas for Reading, written by primary literacy expert Gill Howell are included in the back of every book to help you support the reading needs of each child.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - What are the most dangerous animals in the world Take a closer look at some very poisonous, venomous and deadly animals in this stunning photographic non-fiction report by award-winning author Anna Claybourne.- Collins Big Cat Progress builds confidence, helping struggling pupils not only to read, but to love reading- Dual-banded books provide age-appropriate interest level material matched with a lower reading ability level- Every book is levelled by reading expert Cliff Moon to ensure precise, systematic, measurable progression to help close the ability gap- The books use a range of reading strategies: phonic, graphic, syntactic and contextual to build confident, accurate, fluent readers- Designed to build speaking and listening skills, as well as reading skills, the books are highly visual and include incredible illustrations and photographs- Every book has a Key Stage 2 look-and-feel to engage older pupils and avoid stigmatisation- Topics are relevant for children in years 3-6 and connected to the curriculum and framework objectives for these years to support inclusion- Progress titles contain a Reader Response page to encourage the pupil to respond to and recall what they have read. This offers an ideal opportunity to check comprehension- Ideas for Reading, written by primary literacy expert Gill Howell are included in the back of every book to help you support the reading needs of each child.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Once, there were 100,000 tigers in the world, but now these beautiful creatures are under threat of extinction. Find out the reasons for the decrease in tiger numbers, and what we can do to change it, in this photographic information book by Louise Spilsbury.- Collins Big Cat Progress builds confidence, helping struggling pupils not only to read, but to love reading- Dual-banded books provide age-appropriate interest level material matched with a lower reading ability level- Every book is levelled by reading expert Cliff Moon to ensure precise, systematic, measurable progression to help close the ability gap- The books use a range of reading strategies: phonic, graphic, syntactic and contextual to build confident, accurate, fluent readers- Designed to build speaking and listening skills, as well as reading skills, the books are highly visual and include incredible illustrations and photographs- Every book has a Key Stage 2 look-and-feel to engage older pupils and avoid stigmatisation- Topics are relevant for children in years 3-6 and connected to the curriculum and framework objectives for these years to support inclusion- Progress titles contain a Reader Response page to encourage the pupil to respond to and recall what they have read. This offers an ideal opportunity to check comprehension- Ideas for Reading, written by primary literacy expert Gill Howell are included in the back of every book to help you support the reading needs of each child- This book has been quizzed for Accelerated Reader. …

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - The classic illustrated children's book, ideal for reluctant readers and children just beginning to read on their own. This beautifully illustrated story of a baby bird's journey to find his mother is a timeless classic from beloved author P.D.Eastman. Reluctant readers and children who have just started to read on their own will love joining the baby bird on his quest as he asks everyone (from a kitten to a cow) and everything (from a plane to a tugboat) that he meets, 'Are You My Mother ' Beginner Books are designed to encourage even 'non-reading' children to read. This Green Back Book will boost the confidence of children who have just started to read on their own. Some Beginner Books are simple stories, others are hilarious nonsense: both types have been designed to give children confidence and make them want to go on reading. Perfect for both boys and girls of ages 3 and up.; Bilderbuch.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Follow the true story of Winkie, a carrier pigeon in WWII whose crew crash landed in the sea. All hopes rested with Winkie as she battled to reach help - but would she be able to lead them back to her crew The story is told in the style of a graphic novel and illustrated by award-winning author-illustrator team Mick Manning and Brita Granström.- Collins Big Cat Progress builds confidence, helping struggling pupils not only to read, but to love reading- Dual-banded books provide age-appropriate interest level material matched with a lower reading ability level- Every book is levelled by reading expert Cliff Moon to ensure precise, systematic, measurable progression to help close the ability gap- The books use a range of reading strategies: phonic, graphic, syntactic and contextual to build confident, accurate, fluent readers- Designed to build speaking and listening skills, as well as reading skills, the books are highly visual and include incredible illustrations and photographs- Every book has a Key Stage 2 look-and-feel to engage older pupils and avoid stigmatisation- Topics are relevant for children in years 3-6 and connected to the curriculum and framework objectives for these years to support inclusion- Progress titles contain a Reader Response page to encourage the pupil to respond to and recall what they have read. This offers an ideal opportunity to check comprehension- Ideas for Reading, written by primary literacy expert Gill Howell are included in the back of every book to help you support the reading needs of each child- This book has been quizzed for Accelerated Reader.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Read the miraculous survival stories from across the world of lucky people who escaped dangerous situations, such as being bitten by a shark or trapped in an avalanche. This inspirational book by John Foster is accompanied by real-life photos and illustrations.- Collins Big Cat Progress builds confidence, helping struggling pupils not only to read, but to love reading- Dual-banded books provide age-appropriate interest level material matched with a lower reading ability level- Every book is levelled by reading expert Cliff Moon to ensure precise, systematic, measurable progression to help close the ability gap- The books use a range of reading strategies: phonic, graphic, syntactic and contextual to build confident, accurate, fluent readers- Designed to build speaking and listening skills, as well as reading skills, the books are highly visual and include incredible illustrations and photographs- Every book has a Key Stage 2 look-and-feel to engage older pupils and avoid stigmatisation- Topics are relevant for children in years 3-6 and connected to the curriculum and framework objectives for these years to support inclusion- Progress titles contain a Reader Response page to encourage the pupil to respond to and recall what they have read. This offers an ideal opportunity to check comprehension- Ideas for Reading, written by primary literacy expert Gill Howell are included in the back of every book to help you support the reading needs of each child- This book has been quizzed for Accelerated Reader. …

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Find out what life was like for the children growing up during World War II. With photographs straight from the archives of the Imperial War Museum, Jillian Powell looks at rationing, schooling and evacuation and how the daily lives of children were affected by the war.- Collins Big Cat Progress builds confidence, helping struggling pupils not only to read, but to love reading- Dual-banded books provide age-appropriate interest level material matched with a lower reading ability level- Every book is levelled by reading expert Cliff Moon to ensure precise, systematic, measurable progression to help close the ability gap- The books use a range of reading strategies: phonic, graphic, syntactic and contextual to build confident, accurate, fluent readers- Designed to build speaking and listening skills, as well as reading skills, the books are highly visual and include incredible illustrations and photographs- Every book has a Key Stage 2 look-and-feel to engage older pupils and avoid stigmatisation- Topics are relevant for children in years 3-6 and connected to the curriculum and framework objectives for these years to support inclusion- Progress titles contain a Reader Response page to encourage the pupil to respond to and recall what they have read. This offers an ideal opportunity to check comprehension- Ideas for Reading, written by primary literacy expert Gill Howell are included in the back of every book to help you support the reading needs of each child- This book has been quizzed for Accelerated Reader.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Where does the food in your lunch-box come from How far has it travelled Find out where bananas are grown, where tuna is found and how chocolate is made in this highly photographic information book.- Collins Big Cat Progress builds confidence, helping struggling pupils not only to read, but to love reading- Dual-banded books provide age-appropriate interest level material matched with a lower reading ability level- Every book is levelled by reading expert Cliff Moon to ensure precise, systematic, measurable progression to help close the ability gap- The books use a range of reading strategies: phonic, graphic, syntactic and contextual to build confident, accurate, fluent readers- Designed to build speaking and listening skills, as well as reading skills, the books are highly visual and include incredible illustrations and photographs- Every book has a Key Stage 2 look-and-feel to engage older pupils and avoid stigmatisation- Topics are relevant for children in years 3-6 and connected to the curriculum and framework objectives for these years to support inclusion- Progress titles contain a Reader Response page to encourage the pupil to respond to and recall what they have read. This offers an ideal opportunity to check comprehension- Ideas for Reading, written by primary literacy expert Gill Howell are included in the back of every book to help you support the reading needs of each child- This book has been quizzed for Accelerated Reader.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - An accident forces Jed into a difficult decision in this slick dystopian adventure from the author of Malice and Storm Thief.The Lazarus Serum can bring you back from the dead - but when you come back you've changed - you're a Pale, an outcast. It's the last thing Jed wants, but an accident changes everything and Jed's forced to discover the true cost of living forever.Particularly suitable for readers aged 13+ with a reading age of 8.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - A heart wrenching story for fans of Jodi Picoult, Susan Lewis and Katherine Webb.How could you ever choose between your own life and the life of your child Newly-weds Holly and Tom have just moved into an old manor house in the picturesque English countryside. When Holly discovers a moondial in the overgrown garden and its strange crystal mechanism, little does she suspect that it will change her life forever. For the moondial has a curse.Each full moon, Holly can see into the future - a future which holds Tom cradling their baby daughter, Libby, and mourning Holly's death in childbirth.Holly realises the moondial is offering her a desperate choice: give Tom the baby he has always wanted and sacrifice her own life; or save herself and erase the life of the daughter she has fallen in love with. …

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - What do Gaby Lopez, Michael Robles, and Cynthia Rodriguez have in common These three kids join other teens and tweens in Gary Soto's new short story collection, in which the hard-knock facts of growing up are captured with humor and poignance.Filled with annoying siblings, difficult parents, and first loves, these stories are a masterful reminder of why adolescence is one of the most frustrating and fascinating times of life.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Celebrate the original eco warrior! After fifty years his message is more important than ever, so enjoy Dr. Seuss's trademark rhyme in this anniversary edition of the classic environmental fable.'Mister! He saidwith a sawdusty sneeze,I am the Lorax.I speak for the trees.'The Lorax is a timeless classic that has been using humour and rhyme to raise awareness of the destruction of the environment for more than fifty years.Join the long-suffering crusader and help save the planet with this very special anniversary edition of Dr. Seuss's beloved, and still achingly relevant, ode to conservation.The perfect gift for boys and girls passionate about our planet, or just those who love to read.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Will leave you smiling long after you've closed the last page."Lori Wilde, New York Times bestselling author of The First Love Cookie ClubSmall towns, rugged cowboy heroes, and passion are a perfect combination when it comes to contemporary romancejust ask the many fans of Susan Wiggs, Robyn Carr, Lori Wilde, and Linda Lael Miller. Now newcomer Emma Cane joins their ranks, transporting readers to fictional Valentine, Colorado. In the first book in Cane's heartwarming and deliciously sexy series, a young woman with a painful past and a rancher who's no stranger to heartbreak find love in a tiny western town known for happily-ever-aftersA Town Called Valentine.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Lilia must save her best friend, Kai, from a terrible enchantment caused by their perilous encounter with the Elf King and his beautiful daughter. The only way for Lilia to break the spell is to find a mysterious jewel of ancient power hidden somewhere in the North Kingdoms. But the jewel will not be easy to find. The castle where it lies is caught up in a different kind of searchthe search for a true princess.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - From the author of ALL THE LIGHT WE CANNOT SEE, a collection of stories about memory: the source of meaning and coherence in our lives, the fragile thread that connects us to ourselves and to others. In the luminous title story, a young boy in South Africa comes to possess an old woman's secret, a piece of the past with the power to redeem a life. In 'The River Nemunas', a teenaged orphan moves from Kansas to Lithuania, and discovers a world in which myth becomes real. And in 'Afterworld,' a woman who escaped the Holocaust is haunted by visions of her childhood friends in Germany, yet finds solace in the tender ministrations of her grandson. The stories in Memory Wall show us how we figure the world, and show Anthony Doerr to be a master of the form.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - The humor of Diary of a Wimpy Kid meets a Godfather-like tale of crime and betrayal in this first book in Chris Rylander's The Fourth Stall Saga.Do you need something Mac can get it for you. He and his best friend and business manager, Vince. Their methods might sometimes run afoul of the law, or at least the school code of conduct, but if you have a problem, if no one else can help, and if you can pay him, Mac is on your side. His office is located in the East Wing boy's bathroom, fourth stall from the high window. And business is booming. Or at least it was, until this particular Monday. Because this Monday is when Mac and Vince find out that the trouble with solving everyone else's problems is there's no one left to solve yours.The school setting; fast-paced, cinematic, and funny story; and engaging voice make The Fourth Stall a perfect classroom read.Supports the Common Core State Standards.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - On the unforgiving Arctic Ice . . . United once again, Toklo, Lusa, Kallik, and Ujurak continue their journey across the treacherous ice, certain that the answers they're searching for will soon be within their reach. But their challenges are not over, and when the group finally reaches land, they meet a tribe of bears plagued by a strange illness. As they near the end of their journey together, the four bears are faced with a critical decision . . . and for one bear, the path ends here.…