Jake Semple is a scary kid. Word has it that he burned downhis old school and then was kicked out of every other school in hishome state. Only weeks into September, the middle school inTraybridge, North Carolina, has thrown him out, too. Now there’sonly one place left that will take him—a home school run by themost outrageous, forgetful, chaotic, quarrelsome family you’ll evermeet. Each and every Applewhite is an artist through andthrough—except E.D., the smart, scruffy girl with a deep longingfor order and predictability. E.D. and Jake, so nearly the sameage, are quickly paired in the family’s first experiment in“cooperative education.” The two clash immediately, of course. Theonly thing they have in common is the determination to survive thefamily’s eccentricities. In Stephanie S. Tolan’s hilarious tale, alocal production of THE SOUND OF MUSIC—directed, stagecrafted,choreographed, and costumed by Applewhites—brings the familytogether and shows E.D. and Jake the value of the spec
In the valley of Fruitless Mountain, a young girl named Minlilives in a ramshackle hut with her parents. In the evenings, herfather regales her with old folktales of the Jade Dragon and theOld Man on the Moon, who knows the answers to all of life'squestions. Inspired by these stories, Minli sets off on anextraordinary journey to find the Old Man on the Moon to ask himhow she can change her family's fortune. She encounters an assortedcast of characters and magical creatures along the way, including adragon who accompanies her on her quest for the ultimateanswer. Grace Lin, author of the beloved Year of theDog and Year of the Rat , returns with a wondrous storyof adventure, faith, and friendship. A fantasy crossed with Chinesefolklore, Where the Mountain Meets the Moon is a timelessstory reminiscent of The Wizard of Oz . Her beautifulillustrations, printed in full-color, accompany the textthroughout. Once again, she has created a charming, engaging bookfor young readers.
Tigre, a twelve-year-old Mayan boy living in a modern-dayvillage in Yucat?an, must learn to be a man when his father isinjured.
少女莎儿的好友菲比一家接连收到怪异的警告信,接着出现一位指名要找菲比母亲的神秘男子,没多久菲比的母亲离奇失踪……莎儿经历过母亲也不告而别的痛苦和困惑,她决定帮助菲比找到母亲。莎儿在帮助朋友的过程中悟出了很多道理,她和爷爷奶奶一起踏上了旅程,追寻母亲的脚步,穿上了母亲的“麂皮靴”,明白了母亲出走的真正原因。 Walk TwoMoons is the story of thirteen-year-old Salamanca Tree Hiddlefrom Bybanks, Kentucky, whose only wish is to be reunited with hermissing mother. As Sal travels with her Gram and Gramps across thecountry to Idaho, she tells them the “extensively strange story” ofher friend Phoebe Winterbottom, Phoebe’s disappearing mother, andthe potential lunatic that comes knocking. Sal also reveals to thereader another story—this one her own.
When the four Stanley children meet Amanda, their new stepsister, they're amazed to learn that she studies witchcraft. They're stunned to see her dressed in a strange costume, carrying a pet crow and surrounded by a pile of books about the supernatural. It's not long before Amanda promises to give witchcraft lessons to David, Jamie and the twins. But that's when strange things start happening in their old house. David suspects Amanda of causing mischief, until they learn that the house really was haunted long ago.
In the town of Zombay, there is a witch named Graba who has clockwork chicken legs and moves her house around—much like the fairy tale figure of Baba Yaga. Graba takes in stray children, and Rownie is the youngest boy in her household. Rownie’s only real relative is his older brother Rowan, who is an actor. But acting is outlawed in Zombay, and Rowan has disappeared. Desperate to find him, Rownie joins up with a troupe of goblins who skirt the law to put on plays. But their plays are not only for entertainment, and the masks they use are for more than make-believe. The goblins also want to find Rowan—because Rowan might be the only person who can save the town from being flooded by a mighty river. This accessible, atmospheric fantasy takes a gentle look at love, loss, and family while delivering a fast-paced adventure that is sure to satisfy.
The Powerful NewberyAward-Winning Classic A landmark in children'sliterature, winner of the 1970 Newbery Medal, and the basis of anacclaimed film, Sounder traces the keen sorrow and the abidingfaith of a poor African-American boy in the 19th-century South. Theboy's father is a sharecropper, struggling to feed his family inhard times. Night after night, he and his great coon dog, Sounder,return to the cabin empty-handed. Then, one morning, almost like amiracle, a sweet-smelling ham is cooking in the family's kitchen.At last the family will have a good meal. But that night, an angrysheriff and his deputies come, and the boy's life will never be thesame. A landmark in children'sliterature, winner of the 1970 Newbery Medal and the basis of anacclaimed film, Sounder traces the keen sorrow and the abidingfaith of a poor African-American boy in the 19th-centurySouth. Winner, 1970 NewberyMedal Notable Children's Booksof 1940–1970 (ALA) 1970 Fanfare Honor List(The Horn Book)
Laura and Almanzo have married and begin their new lifetogether. But just as they start to feel settled, Laura and Almanzoare challenged by storms, sickness, and providing for their newbaby Rose. Their pioneer lives have trained them well, however, andthey’re determined to succeed. Based on the real adventures ofLaura Ingalls Wilder, THE FIRST FOUR YEARS is the ninth and finalbook in the award-winning Little House series.
A secret world of their own Jess Aaron's greatest ambition is to be the fastest runner in thefifth grade. He's been practicing all summer and can't wait to seehis classmates' faces when he beats them all. But on the first dayof school, a new kid, a new girl, boldly crosses over to the boy'sside of the playground and outruns everyone. That's not a very promising beginning for a friendship, but Jessand Leslie Burke become inseparable. It doesn't matter to Jess thatleslie dresses funny, or that her family has a lot of money -- butno TV. Leslie has imagination. Together, she and Jess createTerabithia, a magical kingdom in the woods where the two of themreign as king and queen, and their imaginations set the onlylimits. Then one morning a terrible tragedy occurs. Only when Jessis able to come to grips with this tragedy does he finallyunderstand the strength and courage Leslie has given him.
纽约男孩山姆在五月的一天离开了家,他要到克斯奇山寻找曾祖父遗留下来的葛博礼农场。一把小刀、一捆绳索、一把斧头、一些打火石和钢片是他为这次出走准备的所有东西。对山姆而言,这不是一次短暂的旅行或露营,他是要像树一样在森林中长久地、独立地生存。 跟随着山姆深入森林的脚步,“野外生存”这四个字渐渐地不再是一种抽象的符号和虚幻的想象,它的真实、艰辛和迷人如同磁石一般吸引着所有没有勇气和机会进入的我们。 山姆是否能适应野人般的探险生活呢?在这段山居岁月里,他有了哪些危险经历,又积累了哪些野外求生经验呢?让读者感到意外的,还是本书的精彩结局!
Hollis Woods has been in so many foster homes she can hardlyremember them all. When Hollis is sent to Josie, she’ll doeverything in her power to make sure they stay together.
The story of a friendship between a 12-year-old boy and animmigrant handyman, almost wrecked by the good intentions of thetownspeople.
1935年,自小随做帮佣的妈妈生活在大城市的女孩“小龟”,因为新雇主的排斥,被妈妈送回了故乡——佛罗里达的基维斯特。 基维斯特并不是妈妈口中的天堂,反而是个又脏又破的穷地方。小龟初对这个陌生的故乡充满了抵触,但是随着接触到越来越多的人,事情开始改变。友好的表兄弟、可爱的男孩帮、她从没见过面的爸爸、刻薄却有趣的外婆……与亲人朋友朝夕相处,经历过欺骗但也得到了更多温暖,小龟心中那如名字般坚硬的外壳终于融化,她明白了美丽的家一直就在身边,有爱你的人的地方,就是天堂。 Inspired by family stories, two-time NewberyHonor winner and "New York Times" bestselling author Jennifer L.Holm beautifully blends family lore with America's past in thischarming gem of a novel, rich in historical detail, humor, and theunique flavors of Key West. Life isn't like the movies, andeleven-year-old Turtle is no Shirl
In this touching and funny story, the ebullient Ramona,feeling brave and grown-up, enters first grade. Quickly she findsthat her new teacher, Mrs. Griggs, appears perplexed by pupils wholike to be different. Since Ramona cannot help being different,clearly the two are incompatible. Nevertheless, Ramona can be counted on to keep things lively.Enraged when Susan copies her wise old owl prepared for Parents'Night and receives praise for it, Ramona rebels. Overcome by guiltand no longer brave, she tries mightily thereafter to please herteacher, but still Mrs. Griggs infuriatingly reports home thatRamona lacks self-control. Only because she is a girl with spunk,to use her father's word, does Ramona's courage return, earning herat last an uneasy truce with the teacher. Beverly Cleary draws here a portrait of a little girl discoveringwith astonishment that the way others see her is not always the wayshe sees herself. In the contrast lie moments of emergingself-knowledge for Ramona and of delicious
This remarkable novel holds a fantastic puzzle at its heart. By sixth grade, Miranda and her best friend, Sal, know how to navigate their New York City neighborhood. They know where it's safe to go, and they know who to avoid. Like the crazy guy on the corner. But things start to unravel. Sal gets punched by a kid on the street for what seems like no reason, and he shuts Miranda out of his life. The apartment key that Miranda's mom keeps hidden for emergencies is stolen. And then a mysterious note arrives, scrawled on a tiny slip of paper. The notes keep coming, and Miranda slowly realizes that whoever is leaving them knows things no one should know. Each message brings her closer to believing that only she can prevent a tragic death. Until the final note makes her think she's too late.
"I can steal anything." After Gen's bragging lands him in the king's prison, the chancesof escape look slim. Then the king's scholar, the magus, needs thethief's skill for a seemingly impossible task -- to steal a hiddentreasure from another land. To the magus, Gen is just a tool. But Gen is a trickster and asurvivor with a plan of his own.
In this Newbery Honor—winning story from 1984, a new familybuilds a relationship as a stepfather and stepson celebrate theirdifferences and take heart in their similarities.
PW's starred review of the 1999 Newbery Medal winner described it as a "dazzling blend of social commentary, tall tale and magic realism." Ages 10-up. (May) Copyright 2000 Reed Business Information, Inc.
THE HOUSE OF SIXTY FATHERSTien Pao is all alone in enemyterritoy. Only a few days before, his family had escaped from theJapanese army, fleeing downriver by boat. Then came the terriblerainstorm. Tien Pao was fast asleep in the little sampan when theboat broke loose from its moorings and drifted right back to theJapanese soldiers. With only his lucky pig for company, Tien Paomust begin a long and dangerous journey in search of his home andfamily. A vividly realistic story of China during the early days of theJapanese invasion which tells of young Tien Pao's journey to findhis family.Valuable as enrichment literature for elementarystudents involved in Chinese studies.
"The Printz Award-winning classic gets a new look. "The Watsonfamily moves to Stoneygate, an old coal-mining town, to care forKit's recently widowed grandfather. When Kit meets John Askew,another boy whose family has both worked and died in the mines,Askew invites Kit to join him in playing a game called Death. AsKit's grandfather tells him stories of the mine's past and thehistory of the Watson family, Askew takes Kit into the mines, wherethe boys look to find the childhood ghosts of their long-goneancestors. Written in haunting, lyrical prose, "Kit's Wilderness"examines the bonds of family from one generation to the next, andexplores how meaning and beauty can be revealed from the depths ofdarkness. "A Michael L. Printz Award WinnerAn ALA Notable Book A"Publishers Weekly "Best Book"
An Indian boy who tends llamas in a hidden valley in Peru learnsthe traditions and secrets of his Inca ancestors.
The friendship of a little red hen and a homeless dog whoappoints himself her protector is treated by the author withdelicacy and strength in lovely and lucid prose.
八岁的雷梦拉,再开学就要上小学三年级了。她在学校里爱出风头,却又担心别人说她是讨厌鬼;对家里的食物挑挑拣拣,却在自己被罚亲手做过一次晚餐之后理解了妈妈;她生病时,会装出很痛苦的样子引起他人的同情;她有着丰富的想象力,写出了一篇精彩绝伦的读书报告……总之,当你读这本书的时候,你会真切地感受到雷梦拉就是你身边的人,而且她是那么真实、聪明、可爱。 Ramona likes being big enough to be counted on, but musteverything depend on her? Mrs. Quimby has gone back to work so thatMr. Quimby can go back to school, and Ramona is expected to be goodfor Mrs. Kemp while her parents are away, to be brave enough toride the school bus by herself, and to put up with being teased byDanny the Yard Ape. In Ramona’s world, being eight isn’t easy, butit’s never dull! Ramona Quimby, Age 8 is the sixth book in theRamona series and the second to receive a Newbery