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Eighteen-year-old Beatrice has never been a fan of her neighbor Bennie, but when Beatrice's beloved younger sister starts dating one of Bennie's closest friends, Beatrice is drawn into their social circle. As Beatrice wrestles with increasingly confusing feelings for Bennie, her usually close relationship with her sister is fraying, her grief over their motherÎs death is simmering in the background, and sheÎs overwhelmed by looming senior-year decisions about what she wants to do with her life. But after a crisis arises, Beatrice must figure out how to process past traumas and open up to the possibilities of the future.
Heroes take chances, do hard things, and sometimes even change the world. To become a hero, kids can surround themselves with supportive people, boost their self-esteem and self-awareness, find their passion, and have the courage make things happen. This book shows kids how to be the hero of their own story and discover their own hero journey. What makes a hero? Activists, advocates, allies, and friends. Sometimes heroes are our parents, teachers, or siblings. The truth is, heroes are inside everyone, and kids can and discover their inner hero, too!
A te reo M¦ori edition of one of New ZealandÎs favourite picture booksÑthis enduring tale of independence and family is an unconventional love story with a strong female lead and a pirate with a sensitive side.The fierce little woman lived in a house at the end of a jetty. She knitted socks in blue and green wool to sell to sailors who had got their feet wet. But when there were no ships at her jetty, she was quite alone.One stormy day, a pirate came to the house on the jetty. He stood on his toes, and starting tap-tap-tapping on the windowÉAfter a battle of words through the jetty trapdoor, these two windswept heroes find they are suited after all in a warm story of a carefree family.
Who invented basketball? Why is baseball called AmericaÎs favourite pastime? Who are the gymnastic stars of the past and present? Learn all about the history of todayÎs most popular sports with this engaging series! Readers will learn when and where each sport originated and how it has changed over time to the sport we know, watch, and play today.
Hi-Tech Jobs Without College introduces readers to technology-based careers that donÎt necessarily require a college degree. This series explores jobs in computer support, cybersecurity, social media, telecommunications, and web design. The books provide information on the job, the training involved, life on the job, and the career outlook. Each book includes a graphic that presents key information visually, Source Notes, and resources to aid in further research.
Ghoulish garland. Rocket ring toss. Cupid catapults. Liven up the holidays with DIY crafts, games, and party prep! From birthday crowns to Halloween string art, kids ages 8 and up will find awesome crafts that will make the perfect celebration for friends and family. Show readers how easy and fun crafting can be through simple instructions delivered with a colourful design. Detailed lists keep readers prepared while follow-up questions inspire them to add their own personal touches.
Celebrate your favourite holidays with Holiday Fun!. Books in this series show and tell how and why holidays are celebrated and on what days or times of year. Universal symbols of each holiday are introduced and labeled, helping new readers learn to read while also learning about cultural traditions. Tightly controlled vocabulary, repetitive text patterns, and crisp, colourful photographs work together to create an engaging and supportive reading experience.
Get ready to celebrate! Whether a holiday is full of fun parties or quiet moments of respect, each holiday is a time to spend with people you care about and love. Simple, easy-to-understand text helps readers learn about each holidayÎs traditions, symbols, and history.
Explore the beauty and significance of holidays and festivals around the world! Children have the opportunity to embrace multiculturalism and understand the world around them at a young age. Each book includes cultural backmatter and an activity or craft to continue the celebration in the classroom or in your own home.
The dramatic story of neighbours in a small Danish fishing village who, during the Holocaust, shelter a Jewish family waiting to be ferried to safety in Sweden. Based on a true story.