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Do you have what it takes to run off and join the army, leaving your family behind? That’s what John Lincoln Clem, a nine-year-old boy living in Ohio, does as the American Civil War rages on. In 1861, Johnny sneaks onto a train filled with men from the 3rd Ohio Union Regiment, determined to fight for his country. Taken in by the older soldiers, Johnny becomes a drummer boy—not to mention the youngest person to serve in the war. Living a soldier’s life, Johnny experiences the brutalities of battle and the hunger and illness in between.

Solomon is back again with another life-lesson children's book! In 2021 (the year this book was written), according to the CDC, drowning is the number one cause of unintentional death for children between the ages of one and four, and according to the US Consumer Product Safety Commission, 390 deaths a year on average are attributed to drowning in a swimming pool or at a spa.

This book is a collection of true short stories that captures the childhood adventures of a mischievous boy who grew up in South Georgia. Several of the stories are near-death adventures, and each story has a value-based message that reinforces the importance of great decision-making in young people. The author acknowledges that he does not understand why God has chosen to continue his life, even though there have been multiple near-death experiences.

From Mark Oshiro, award-winning author of The Insiders, this time-bending adventure is perfect for fans of Sal and Gabi Break the Universe and When You Reach Me. A Publishers Weekly Best Book of the Year * An ALA Rainbow Book List Top 10 Selection Middle school is the worst, especially for David...

El conde de terciopelo había llegado casi casi a la cima de su carrera tras ganar el campeonato de peso wélter, pero el canijo Golden Fire lo retó a un combate máscara contra máscara en el clásico plan de "¿Qué, eres gallina?". El Conde cayó en la trampa y ¡aceptó el desafío! No será fácil pues, en una jugada maestra, GOLDEN FIRE logró meterse prácticamente hasta la cocina de la casa del Conde, y ahora el Aterciopelado tendrá que enfrentar esos "pequeños" asuntos de familia.

"Hey, deberías ver cómo quedó mi rival", dice el Conde de Terciopelo, quien se está tomando más en serio que nunca las luchas y se va de gira por todo el país. Los fans le aplauden a rabiar, pero él, que es un sentimental empedernido, extraña a su familia y a sus amigos.

Former NBA All-Star Caron Butler and acclaimed author Justin A. Reynolds tip off the first book in a new middle grade series about a young boy trying to make his mark on an AAU basketball team coached by a former NBA star in his hometown. Perfect for fans of The Crossover and the Track series. A...

Meet Maxy Quinn - the world’s unluckiest kid whose life has been turned upside down ever since he found a reverse four-leaf clover that gave him the worst luck ever. Could you imagine dealing with your principal living next door, a psychic lizard, or how about turning your psycho older sister’s teeth blue? Can things get any worse for Maxy? All of this and more happens to Maxy Quinn in this laugh-out-loud hilarious audiobook.

After struggling with behavior problems at school, Fred is presented with a challenge by his school principal, Mr. Boronstine. He promises Fred that if he can be a model student for one week, he will be presented with a special surprise. Will Knucklehead Fred rise to the occasion and be the best that he can be? Or, will he fail to control himself and miss out on a special treat? Find out in this whimsical children’s audiobook about a mischievous little boy who walks to the beat of his own drum.

From the award-winning author of the Jada Jones chapter books comes a spinoff series all about fourth grader Miles Lewis. Miles Lewis loves science and sports. But when his teacher announces a class field trip to an ice skating rink to learn about physics, he isn't so excited. He's never ice...

From the award-winning author of the Jada Jones chapter books comes a spinoff series all about fourth grader Miles Lewis. Miles has been waiting forever to be part of a city-wide science competition. Now his dream is finally coming true, and he's even part of an all-star team that includes his...

After many years of no Santa Claus sightings, 10-year-old Ronnie Anderson hopes this Christmas will be the year he gets his wish - to meet jolly ole St. Nick and ride in his sled. This holiday will be the most special of all when Ronnie gets his Christmas wish and one more big surprise! One that he never saw coming.

Ernesto Cisneros, Pura Belpré Award-winning author of Efrén Divided, is back with a hilarious and heartfelt novel about two best friends who must rely on each other in unexpected ways. A great next pick for readers who loved Ghost by Jason Reynolds or The First Rule of Punk by Celia C. Pérez...

The fourth book in the Iggy series about the lovable troublemaker from New York Times bestselling author of Ivy + Bean. Grownups are always changing the rules! When grown-ups make money, it’s good. But when Iggy makes money, all of a sudden it’s bad. When grown-ups find something...

In 1607, a year after the Virginia Company was granted a charter to establish a settlement in North America, 104 men set sail on a voyage to a new land. Among the brave adventurers who make the journey is a young boy named Samuel Collier, the page of famed Captain John Smith. Disease, famine, and continuing attacks by neighboring Algonquin Native Americans take a tremendous toll on the settlers. Samuel is one of the few to survive the harsh realities of the New World during the first few years of Jamestown.

Oh no! Tom's stuck at home with a fractured ankle, and it's spoiling his fun. Doodling on his plaster cast helps to pass the time, along with visits from family (with treats), friends and even Rooster managing to sneak in. Tom remembers other fun times he's had, like metal detecting with Uncle Kevin and the cousins or inventing a new secret language with Derek. But only one thing will cheer Tom up - a caramel doughnut from the new bakery...trouble is, every other kid in town keeps getting there before him!

Newbery Medalist Avi explores the American Revolution from a fresh perspective in the story of a young Loyalist turned British spy navigating patriotism and personal responsibility during the lead-up to the War of Independence. When his father is killed by rebel vigilantes, Noah flees with his...

Why do we start a business? To work hard? To become wealthy? Do donate to others? For Richard, it was to go fishing with his dad. Find out how he started his balloon business in this uplifting adventure of Richard and the Colorful Balloons.

Discover the series that inspired the Middle School movie with this hilarious installment of James Patterson's hit series starring everyone's favorite underdog, with non-stop laughs on every page. It's a dog-eat-dog world, and Rafe Khatchadorian is just trying to live in it. Life in middle...

Vom Rest der Menschheit abgeschnitten durch Leviathane, die in einem Ozean aus Schnee lauern, liegt die Siedlung der Feura. Dort wartet der junge Ash in der Obhut seines Vormunds, des grummeligen Yetis Tobu, auf die Rückkehr seiner Eltern. Als Ashs magische, aber verbotene Fähigkeit des Klangwebens enthüllt wird, verbannen ihn die Feura. Zum Glück nimmt ihn die Frostherz auf, ein Schlitten voll kühner Pioniere. Mit ihnen und seiner neuen Freundin Lunah durchquert Ash das Schneemeer auf der Suche nach seinen Eltern.