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Hatchet

Gary Paulsen.


See also: #807089 (Playaway). After a plane crash, thirteen-year-old Brian spends fifty-four days in the wilderness, learning to survive initially with only the aid of a hatchet given to him by his mother, and learning also to survive his parents' divorce.
Date Published:1987

Linked

Korman, Gordon,


Link, Michael, and Dana live in a quiet town. The peace is broken when someone sneaks into school and vandalizes it with a swastika. Nobody can believe it. How could such a symbol of hate end up in the middle of their school? Who would do such a thing? The mystery deepens as more swastikas begin to appear. Some students decide to fight back and start a project to bring people together instead of dividing them further. The closer Link, Michael, and Dana get to the truth, the more there is to face--not just the crimes of the present, but the crimes of the past.
Date Published:2021

Link, Michael, and Dana live in a quiet town. The peace is broken when someone sneaks into school and vandalizes it with a swastika. Nobody can believe it. How could such a symbol of hate end up in the middle of their school? Who would do such a thing? The mystery deepens as more swastikas begin to appear. Some students decide to fight back and start a project to bring people together instead of dividing them further. The closer Link, Michael, and Dana get to the truth, the more there is to face--not just the crimes of the present, but the crimes of the past.

Date Published:2021

Long way down : the GRAPHIC NOVEL

Reynolds, Jason,


As Will, fifteen, sets out to avenge his brother Shawn's fatal shooting, seven ghosts who knew Shawn board the elevator and reveal truths Will needs to know.
Date Published:2020

Under the iron bridge

Kacer, Kathy, 1954-,


It's 1938 in Dusseldorf, Germany, and Paul is feeling pressured to join the Hitler Youth. The last thing he wants to do is march around with a bunch of bullies, supporting the Gestapo and abusing the city's Jews, but even Paul's parents think he should go along with his classmates in order to keep himself safe. Inspired by the true story of the Edelweiss Pirates, a group that declared "Eternal War on the Hitler Youth," Under the Iron Bridge is a tale of courage in the face of cruelty. Part of the Holocaust Remembrance Series for Young Readers.
Date Published:2021

It's 1938 in Dusseldorf, Germany, and Paul is feeling pressured to join the Hitler Youth. The last thing he wants to do is march around with a bunch of bullies, supporting the Gestapo and abusing the city's Jews, but even Paul's parents think he should go along with his classmates in order to keep himself safe. Inspired by the true story of the Edelweiss Pirates, a group that declared "Eternal War on the Hitler Youth," Under the Iron Bridge is a tale of courage in the face of cruelty. Part of the Holocaust Remembrance Series for Young Readers.

Date Published:2021

J'espère

Gray Smith, Monique, 1968-,


Message émouvant de l’autrice autochtone primée Monique Gray Smith au sujet de tous les espoirs que les adultes nourrissent pour les enfants de leur vie.Nous nourrissons pour nos jeunes des espoirs immenses. Nous voulons qu’ils et elles s’épanouissent et puissent profiter de toutes les expériences que la vie leur offre, mais nous tenons aussi à les protéger. Dans des mots simples, mais évocateurs, Monique Gray Smith nous communique un message touchant sur l’importance d’aimer nos enfants, d’en prendre soin et de faire ce qu’il y a de mieux pour les soutenir. The hopes we have for the children in our lives are endless. We want our young people to thrive and experience all that life has to offer, but we also feel protective of them. The author delivers a touching message about loving, nurturing and wishing the best for our children.
Date Published:2022

Message émouvant de l’autrice autochtone primée Monique Gray Smith au sujet de tous les espoirs que les adultes nourrissent pour les enfants de leur vie.Nous nourrissons pour nos jeunes des espoirs immenses. Nous voulons qu’ils et elles s’épanouissent et puissent profiter de toutes les expériences que la vie leur offre, mais nous tenons aussi à les protéger. Dans des mots simples, mais évocateurs, Monique Gray Smith nous communique un message touchant sur l’importance d’aimer nos enfants, d’en prendre soin et de faire ce qu’il y a de mieux pour les soutenir. The hopes we have for the children in our lives are endless. We want our young people to thrive and experience all that life has to offer, but we also feel protective of them. The author delivers a touching message about loving, nurturing and wishing the best for our children.

Date Published:2022

Wonder

R.J. Palacio.


See also: AB# 807033 (Playaway). Ten-year-old Auggie Pullman, who was born with extreme facial abnormalities and was not expected to survive, goes from being home-schooled to entering fifth grade at a private middle school in Manhattan, which entails enduring the taunting and fear of his classmates as he struggles to be seen as just another student.
Date Published:2012

So hard to say

Sanchez, Alex, 1957-


Recommended for Gr. 9+. Recommended for Gr. 9+. Thirteen-year-old Xio, a Mexican American girl, and Frederick, who has just moved to California from Wisconsin, quickly become close friends, but when Xio starts thinking of Frederick as her boyfriend, he must confront his feelings of confusion and face the fear that he might be gay.
Date Published:

Explore with Me Rocks and Minerals Kit


Kit includes 6 different types of samples: 1) Explore with Me Fossils. - 2) Explore with Me Igneous Rocks. 3) Explore with Me Metamorphic Rocks. -4) Explore with Me Minerals. - 5) Explore with Me Rocks & Minerals. - 6) Explore with Me Sedimentary Rocks. The perfect starter set for the budding geologist! Each set includes a rock identification chart complete with images and a brief description plus a handy, plastic storage container.
Date Published:2014

Kit includes 6 different types of samples: 1) Explore with Me Fossils. - 2) Explore with Me Igneous Rocks. 3) Explore with Me Metamorphic Rocks. -4) Explore with Me Minerals. - 5) Explore with Me Rocks & Minerals. - 6) Explore with Me Sedimentary Rocks. The perfect starter set for the budding geologist! Each set includes a rock identification chart complete with images and a brief description plus a handy, plastic storage container.

Date Published:2014

Wooden Arches and Tunnels


10 pieces (2 tunnels & 8 arches). A new dimension to block building as children incorporate arches and tunnels in their block play to create new and exciting structures.
Date Published:2016

I Can Build It Architecture Set


10 activity cards, 41 plastic building pieces and a guide. Floor panels measure 4 1/4" wide. Young architects learn about spatial reasoning and building in three dimensions as they construct one realistic house after another! Children just follow the prompts on the activity cards--slotting together walls, floors and roofs to create 10 different houses even professionals would be proud of. With every house they complete, kids develop essential STEM skills and spatial awareness.
Date Published:2018

10 activity cards, 41 plastic building pieces and a guide. Floor panels measure 4 1/4" wide. Young architects learn about spatial reasoning and building in three dimensions as they construct one realistic house after another! Children just follow the prompts on the activity cards--slotting together walls, floors and roofs to create 10 different houses even professionals would be proud of. With every house they complete, kids develop essential STEM skills and spatial awareness.

Date Published:2018

Island - Book One: Shipwreck

Gordon Korman.


See also: AB #807008. Six young people thrown together on a boat, as part of the Charting a New Course Program encounter a terrifying storm that leaves them stranded on an island in the middle of the Pacific Ocean.
Date Published:2001

Talebot Pro (Set of 6 with mats)


• Teaches Commands, Sequences, Loops • Smart interactive technology with instant voice feedback • Ability to record for imaginative storytelling • Multiple accessories for new abilities and new looks • Supports drawing and dancing through coding • Intuitive to track coding process and do debugging. 6 talebots, 6 usb; 6 Mats,. Creating your own interactive stories through coding; Matatalab Tale-Bot Pro is an entry-level learning robot set for kids. Leveled up with the innovative technology and with a wide range of cross-curricular Interactive maps, kids can learn basic coding concepts, and manipulate a robot to develop stories in a smart manner. Through the game-based play, kids can improve skills of free speaking, and storytelling, while their social-emotional skills, four C's of 21st century skills and computational thinking skills are exercised.
Date Published:2023

• Teaches Commands, Sequences, Loops • Smart interactive technology with instant voice feedback • Ability to record for imaginative storytelling • Multiple accessories for new abilities and new looks • Supports drawing and dancing through coding • Intuitive to track coding process and do debugging. 6 talebots, 6 usb; 6 Mats,. Creating your own interactive stories through coding; Matatalab Tale-Bot Pro is an entry-level learning robot set for kids. Leveled up with the innovative technology and with a wide range of cross-curricular Interactive maps, kids can learn basic coding concepts, and manipulate a robot to develop stories in a smart manner. Through the game-based play, kids can improve skills of free speaking, and storytelling, while their social-emotional skills, four C's of 21st century skills and computational thinking skills are exercised.

Date Published:2023

The Bully Boys

Walters, Eric, 1957-


The Bully Boys tells the story of fourteen-year-old Thomas Roberts, who finds himself looking after the family farm when his father goes off to fight for the British army during the War of 1812. When Thomas inadvertently stumbles upon some American soldiers who are attempting to rob a local store, his quick thinking and bravery save the day. His actions catch the eye of the war's most famous officer - Lieutenant James FitzGibbon, leader of the unit dubbed the Green Tigers or "Bully Boys." Tommy realizes that this is his chance to escape the drudgery of the farm and join the 'real' men who are fighting for freedom. FitzGibbon does take Tommy under his wing for a time, and the young man soon finds that war is both more fascinating and more horrifying than he could ever have imagined. This is a fast-paced adventure story based on the true events surrounding the legendary James Fitzgibbon and the Battle of Beaver Dams in 1812.
Date Published:2000

The Bully Boys tells the story of fourteen-year-old Thomas Roberts, who finds himself looking after the family farm when his father goes off to fight for the British army during the War of 1812. When Thomas inadvertently stumbles upon some American soldiers who are attempting to rob a local store, his quick thinking and bravery save the day. His actions catch the eye of the war's most famous officer - Lieutenant James FitzGibbon, leader of the unit dubbed the Green Tigers or "Bully Boys." Tommy realizes that this is his chance to escape the drudgery of the farm and join the 'real' men who are fighting for freedom. FitzGibbon does take Tommy under his wing for a time, and the young man soon finds that war is both more fascinating and more horrifying than he could ever have imagined. This is a fast-paced adventure story based on the true events surrounding the legendary James Fitzgibbon and the Battle of Beaver Dams in 1812.

Date Published:2000

Enterrer la lune

Poulin, Andrée, 1960-,


La jeune Latika habite un village en Inde où il n'y a pas de toilettes. Dès qu'elle aura douze ans, elle sera en âge de devenir une mère et devra quitter l'école. Elle déteste le champ de la Honte, où les femmes se rendent la nuit pour faire leurs besoins. D'ailleurs, il est interdit d'en parler, car le sujet est tabou dans la communauté. Alors, quand un important représentant du gouvernement vient au village pour répondre à un besoin de la population, Latika voudrait pouvoir donner son avis, mais sa condition de jeune femme la contraint à se taire. Néanmoins, elle trouvera le courage de parler à Monsieur Samir de son problème, lié à l'absence de toilettes, en lui expliquant pourquoi elle aimerait pouvoir enterrer la lune.
Date Published:2019

La jeune Latika habite un village en Inde où il n'y a pas de toilettes. Dès qu'elle aura douze ans, elle sera en âge de devenir une mère et devra quitter l'école. Elle déteste le champ de la Honte, où les femmes se rendent la nuit pour faire leurs besoins. D'ailleurs, il est interdit d'en parler, car le sujet est tabou dans la communauté. Alors, quand un important représentant du gouvernement vient au village pour répondre à un besoin de la population, Latika voudrait pouvoir donner son avis, mais sa condition de jeune femme la contraint à se taire. Néanmoins, elle trouvera le courage de parler à Monsieur Samir de son problème, lié à l'absence de toilettes, en lui expliquant pourquoi elle aimerait pouvoir enterrer la lune.

Date Published:2019

The Lightning Thief (Playaway)


See also: NK #306522. For health reasons, earphones are not included with the Playaway unit. AAA battery required for playback. Universal headphone jack works with almost any type of headphones / speakers. An unabridged production of "The Lightning Thief" by Rick Riordan in playaway format. Read by: Jesse Bernstein. Twelve-year-old Percy Jackson is about to be kicked out of boarding school... again. No matter how hard he tries, he can't seem to stay out of trouble. But can he really be expected to stand by and watch while a bully picks on his scrawny best friend? Or not defend himself against his pre-algebra teacher when she turns into a monster and tries to kill him? Of course, no one believes Percy about the monster incident; he's not even sure he believes himself. Until the Minotaur chases him to summer camp. Suddenly, mythical creatures seem to be walking straight out of the pages of Percy's Greek mythology textbook and into his life.
Date Published:2007

See also: NK #306522. For health reasons, earphones are not included with the Playaway unit. AAA battery required for playback. Universal headphone jack works with almost any type of headphones / speakers. An unabridged production of "The Lightning Thief" by Rick Riordan in playaway format. Read by: Jesse Bernstein. Twelve-year-old Percy Jackson is about to be kicked out of boarding school... again. No matter how hard he tries, he can't seem to stay out of trouble. But can he really be expected to stand by and watch while a bully picks on his scrawny best friend? Or not defend himself against his pre-algebra teacher when she turns into a monster and tries to kill him? Of course, no one believes Percy about the monster incident; he's not even sure he believes himself. Until the Minotaur chases him to summer camp. Suddenly, mythical creatures seem to be walking straight out of the pages of Percy's Greek mythology textbook and into his life.

Date Published:2007

La ligue des (pas si) champions. 1, Basile /

Boisvert, Jocelyn, 1974-,


À peine déménagé en ville pour poursuivre sa scolarité dans une école spécialisée en musique, Basile, pianiste virtuose de onze ans, est victime d'un accident qui force l'amputation d'un de ses bras. Déprimé et en colère, en deuil de la musique, il ne sort plus de sa chambre, jusqu'au jour où il établit un lien avec Achille, le chien à trois pattes de son voisin. Au cours d'une promenade avec lui, Basile se fait enrôler un peu malgré lui dans une partie de soccer entre copains. À sa grande surprise, il se découvre une passion pour le ballon, au point d'avoir envie de joindre une ligue d'été.
Date Published:2022

À peine déménagé en ville pour poursuivre sa scolarité dans une école spécialisée en musique, Basile, pianiste virtuose de onze ans, est victime d'un accident qui force l'amputation d'un de ses bras. Déprimé et en colère, en deuil de la musique, il ne sort plus de sa chambre, jusqu'au jour où il établit un lien avec Achille, le chien à trois pattes de son voisin. Au cours d'une promenade avec lui, Basile se fait enrôler un peu malgré lui dans une partie de soccer entre copains. À sa grande surprise, il se découvre une passion pour le ballon, au point d'avoir envie de joindre une ligue d'été.

Date Published:2022

Snap-Together Letter Blocks


48 assorted wooden blocks; each measures 11/4". Students build fine motor skills - and master the alphabet - as they connect colourful letter cubes! Durable snaps let children easily link the blocks to sequence the alphabet and spell simple words. Plus, each block features the uppercase & lowercase version of one letter - so they reinforce letter recognition, too!
Date Published:2018

Freak the Mighty

Rodman Philbrick.


See also: AB #805053 (CD). The beginning of grade eight, learning disabled Max and his new friend Freak, whose birth defect affected his body not his brilliant mind, find when they combine forces they make a powerful team.
Date Published:1993

Seuls

Paul, Tom,


Une adaptation du documentaire du même nom réalisé par Paul Tom et produit par Picbois Productions, d'après une idée originale de Mylène Péthel et Julie Boisvert. Chaque année, plus de 400 jeunes d’âge mineur arrivent seuls au Canada pour demander le statut de réfugié. Sans parents. Sans adulte pour les accompagner. Seuls raconte le parcours de trois d’entre eux: Afshin, Alain et Patricia. Leur témoignage ouvre une fenêtre sur les nombreux déchirements, les difficiles sacrifices et les innombrables épreuves qui jalonnent ce chemin rempli d’obstacles. Mais surtout, Seuls parle du courage et de la résilience dont ont fait preuve ces jeunes avant de pouvoir, enfin, accéder à une vie où la menace et le danger ne font plus partie du quotidien.
Date Published:2022

Une adaptation du documentaire du même nom réalisé par Paul Tom et produit par Picbois Productions, d'après une idée originale de Mylène Péthel et Julie Boisvert. Chaque année, plus de 400 jeunes d’âge mineur arrivent seuls au Canada pour demander le statut de réfugié. Sans parents. Sans adulte pour les accompagner. Seuls raconte le parcours de trois d’entre eux: Afshin, Alain et Patricia. Leur témoignage ouvre une fenêtre sur les nombreux déchirements, les difficiles sacrifices et les innombrables épreuves qui jalonnent ce chemin rempli d’obstacles. Mais surtout, Seuls parle du courage et de la résilience dont ont fait preuve ces jeunes avant de pouvoir, enfin, accéder à une vie où la menace et le danger ne font plus partie du quotidien.

Date Published:2022

A boy called Bat

Arnold, Elana K.,


Target audience: Grades 3-6. When his veterinarian mom brings home a stray baby skunk that needs rehabilitation before it can be placed in a wild animal shelter, Bat, who has austim, resolves to prove that he is up to the challenge of caring for the skunk permanently.
Date Published:2018