A spellbinding tale of survival and self-discovery from award-winning author Michael Morpurgo, who is poised for breakthrough U.S. success.When Michael's father loses his job, he buys a boat and convinces Michael and his mother to sail around the world. It's an ideal trip - even Michael's sheepdog can come along. It starts out as the perfect family adventure - until Michael is swept overboard. He' ...

The Newbery Award-winning author of "Up a Road Slowly" presents the unforgettable story of a brave boy who comes of age during the turbulent years of the Civil War.

Rising through poverty, lack of confidence, and other challenges, Edson Arantes do Nascimento becomes arguably the greatest soccer player ever, known to fans as Pelé.

Overcoming obstacles at every step, the Tuskegee Airmen personified dedication, courage, and perseverance. Amazing background and details reveal the truly heroic nature and actions of these brave soldiers.

This is historical retelling that engrosses and educates. Lyrically written text guides readers through the challenges of firefighting and how the relentless demands on firefighters required rethinking the way these services were managed. The setting comes alive with fast-paced drama driven by misguided choices and dire consequences. Timelines of the location and related events, and of the world g ...

A biography of the modest Frenchman who, after being blinded at the age of three, went on to develop a system of raised dots on paper that enabled blind people to read and write.

A ten-year-old boy returns to his parents' apple farm for the holidays after his first term at a school for the deaf in Philadelphia.

Set in Galilee in the time of Jesus, this story tells of a young Jewish rebel who is won over to the gentle teachings of Jesus. A Newbery Medal Book.

When Becky is accused of stealing a rare book from the library, she and her twin brother set out to catch the real thief and prove her innocence. Soon, the twins realize that the soultion to the mystery leads to a secret treasure! Can they figure out the puzzle before the thief does?

This tale of 10-year-old Milo and his experiences in the "Lands Beyond" has become a modern-day children's classic.

The award-winning author of "Touching Spirit Bear" delivers a fast-paced adventure of a Guatemalan boy who, along with his little sister, makes an escape to America in a heart-pounding voyage in a dangerously small kayak.

The Dry Creek Middle School drinking fountain has sprung a leak, so principal Walter Russ dashes off a request to Flowing Waters Fountains, Etc., asking for a new fountain. Designer Flo Waters responds with delight, but advises that all fountains are custom-made. Soon the fountain project takes on a life of its own, one chronicled in letters, postcards, memos, transcripts, and official documents. ...

Erza's father cannot understand why his nine-year-old son would rather rot his brains watching men swing big wooden sticks than read a book or play chess. An unwanted car trip and a surprising chess victory may help father and son find a little common ground. Illustrations.

Grover spins a compelling first-person fictional adventure at sea.

This memorable story full of moral struggles is fast-paced and has a sensational ending.

Poppy, full of hope and determination, literally transforms from a cowardly follower into a confident leader right before a reader's eyes. Her story is so real and so powerful that readers won't be able to put it down until they know she is safe. Well-paced with plenty of plot twists, readers are able to think deeply and ask important questions. Adults will appreciate the opportunity to practicall ...

While maneuvering his sailboat through the narrow channels between offshore islands, Tony suddenly loses his sense of direction and becomes involved in a daring hunt for a 200-year-old shipwreck.

In the final book of the Ralph trilogy, Ralph persuades his young pal Ryan to take him to school, evades an exterminator, and graduates from motorcycle to Laser XL7 sports car. Illustrations.