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December 6, 1941: Best friends Frank and Stanley have it good. Their dads are Navy pilots stationed at Pearl Harbor in Hawaii, and the boys get a front-row view of the huge battleships and the sparkling water. Yes, World War II is raging in Europe and in Asia, but the US isn't involved in the war, and the boys are free to dream about becoming comic book creators. They've even invented a superhero of their own, in the style of Batman, Superman, Captain America, and other stars of the Golden Age of Comics. December 7th, 1941: Everything explodes.

Book 4 in the Hopeless Heroes series that takes readers on fun adventures back to Ancient Greece! Tim Baker's got problems: he's failing math, banished from Ancient Greece, and confused about what to call Mum's new boyfriend. What makes a good father anyway? Is it strength, courage and—like Hercules believes?

Back in the days of the first oil wells, the oilmen passed the time by spinning tall tales. One of their favorite storytellers was Gib Morgan, whose adventures became legend! Find out about the man behind his tales and hear a tale or two from the oil fields.

Book 8 in the Hopeless Heroes series that takes readers on fun adventures back to Ancient Greece! Agatha has been taken prisoner and it's up to Tim and friends to save her. But how? They'd have to trick Hera, sneak into her fortress, past her army - it seems impossible! "Impossible? Did I say it was impossible when-"

Book 7 in the Hopeless Heroes series that takes readers on fun adventures back to Ancient Greece! It could be Tim's last time in Ancient Greece, but instead of saying goodbye, he's busy trading song titles with Apollo, delivering a package to Narcissus, escaping from Hera and- "Holy moly!" -making a pig of himself at Circe's table.

Book 6 in the Hopeless Heroes series that takes readers on fun adventures back to Ancient Greece! All Tim wanted was advice on keeping his model boat afloat, but when Zoe is injured, only Jason and the Argonut can help him to save her. "Lose the sail, little bro!" There's no joyriding allowed, but with bronze men and Grey Women - not to mention an old windbag to deal with, Tim's still got that sinking feeling.

Jack and Annie are caught out in the rain in the most dangerous Magic Tree House mission yet! Jack and Annie are on a mission! When the magic tree house whisks them back to Galveston, Texas, in 1900, they find out that a big storm is coming. But even though there is rain and wind, no one...

Henny has grown up with her father’s boat, the Gerda III, as a home away from home. She loves sailing the waters between Denmark and Sweden, carried along by the salt breeze. But when Nazi rule tightens in Copenhagen, Henny joins the resistance. And when Hitler orders the Gestapo to round up all Jewish citizens, Henny realizes that the Gerda III isn’t just a boat—it’s a means of escape for her Jewish neighbors. Safety and freedom are just across the channel in Sweden—as long as Henny doesn’t get caught.

Kathy Kacer’s second book in her middle grade series about heroic rescues during WWII tells the tale of siblings Helen and Henry, and history’s most famous mime. Desperate to save them from the Nazis, Henry and Helen’s mother makes the harrowing decision to take her children from their home in 1940s Germany and leave them in the care of strangers in France. The brother and sister must hide their Jewish identity to pass for orphans being fostered at a convent in the foreign land.

Life is becoming ever more terrifying for the Jewish community as the Second World War envelops their lives. For twelve-year-old Dina and her sisters, things get even harder when their father dies. Their mother must go back to work and despite many objections, the family adjusts to the arrival of their new housekeeper, Nina, who is not Jewish. But Nina’s role changes dramatically when the Nazis invade their small Ukrainian town.

It’s 1936 and life is becoming dangerous for the Jews of Krakow. As incidents of violence and persecution increase day by day, Anna begs her father to leave Poland, but he insists it’s impossible. How could he give up his position as an acclaimed clarinetist in the Krakow Philharmonic Orchestra? When Anna and her father barely escape from a group of violent thugs, it becomes clear that the family must leave. But how? There seems to be only one possibility.

Discover the Magic of Confidence Through Time! When curious friends Ethan, Maya, and Leo stumble upon a mysterious antique clock in Grandpa's dusty attic, they unlock the adventure of a lifetime. This isn't just any ordinary timepiece—it's a magical portal that transports them back in time to meet history's most inspiring figures during their moments of doubt and triumph.

Renowned author and historian Jackie French takes us back in time to Greece and Rome and explores young heroes in ancient myths and legends whose stories will now be told. Forget what you know about Cleopatra, the Egyptian queen with a fantastic hairstyle. That's only part of the story. Before...

Davy Bowman’s dad and brother hung the moon. Dad looks forward to Halloween more than a kid, and Davy’s brother, Bill, flies B-17s. Davy adores these two heroes and tries his best to follow their lead, especially now. World War II has invaded Davy’s homefront boyhood. There’s an air raid...

Fourteen-year-old Cadmus has been scholar Tullus' slave since he was a baby - his master is the only family he knows. But when Tullus disappears and a taciturn slave called Tog - formerly a British princess - arrives with a secret message, Cadmus' life is turned upside down. The pair follow a trail that leads to Emperor Nero himself and his crazed determination to possess the Golden Fleece of Greek mythology. This madcap quest will push Cadmus to the edge of the Roman Empire - and reveal unexpected truths about his past.

A hilarious high-stakes fantasy adventure about friendship and bravery set in the world of the Norse Gods. Fully illustrated throughout, Cat Weldon's How to Be a Hero is perfect for fans of How to Train Your Dragon and Who Let the Gods Out. 'Genuinely funny and thrilling' - Amanda Craig A...

The #1 bestselling chapter book series of all time celebrates 25 years with new covers and a new, easy-to-use numbering system! Jack and Annie are on a mission for Merlin the magician! This time, the magic tree house whisks them off to Thebes, Egypt, to find Florence Nightingale, a world-famous...

Book 3 in the Hopeless Heroes series that takes readers on fun adventures back to Ancient Greece! How do you bring a statue to life? Tim and Zoe think they know. If only Jason would help and someone didn't keep looking at them like flies in a web. Oh well, at least the time-travelling vase is in good hands.

Tim Baker thinks his adventures are over until he hitches a ride to Ancient Greece on a stolen vase. Soon Tim finds himself trapped with an army of peacocks and a hero who can't stop admiring himself. Thank the gods his new friend Zoe is there to help. Just don't tell her dad...

Enter a world of powerful gods, extraordinary creatures and brave warriors in this thrilling compendium of Japanese myths. With more than 20 exciting tales backed up by fascinating historical information, this is a must-have introduction for young listeners intrigued by the world of ancient...