The importance of the Outsider.In the clammy coastal SoCal town of No Palms, Chip Rock and his mates have aged out of the slipshod orphanage known as Boys Hall, and set out to find a meaningful place in their world. Chip Rock and the Catalina Kid tells the saga of Chip's lifelong friend, Cal. An industrious yet unsettled burger-artist, Cal shocks the community when he embarks on a daring 27-mile channel swim to Catalina Island.With the help of a dazzling yet mysterious girl ...

In 1954, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that schools had to allow Black students to attend previously all-white schools. On September 4, 1957, nine Black students were set to attend Little Rock Central High in Little Rock, Arkansas. But when they arrived, an angry mob of white people spat at them and hurled racist insults. They were also prevented from entering the school by the National Guard. After they were finally allowed in weeks later, they faced even more abuse from white students and...

When a group of young Australian and Kiwi sailing friends are allowed to camp in New Zealand’sBay of Islands. they discover something very unexpected on a tiny nearby rocky islet. Fresh culturaland environmental insights are introduced with the arrival of a pair of local Maori childrenwho bring humour and resilience while facing problems that threaten to turn their lives upside-down..The underlying message that modern youngsters are capable of overcoming cha...

Book 4 in the Kid Beowulf series.In this action-packed graphic novel, twin brothers, Beowulf and Grendel, are lost in ancient Italy and forced to fight for their freedom in the gladiatorial games. In the arena the brothers will battle fearsome warriors, deadly beasts, and meet another pair of twins, Romulus and Remus. It all leads to the founding of the world's most epic city: ROME!SynopsisTwin brothers, Beowulf and Grendel...

The Secret of the Locked Locker is an exciting mystery for ages 9–12 that follows four friends as they unravel the secrets behind a long-forgotten school locker. Filled with clever clues, hidden riddles, surprising discoveries, and heartwarming moments, this engaging adventure celebrates curiosity, teamwork, kindness, and the importance of preserving memories. Perfect for young readers who love school mysteries, puzzles, and stories with meaningful lessons about f...

The Mystery at Plymouth Rock - Christina, Grant, and two new friends visit historic Plymouth Rock in Massachusetts, and get mixed up in a mystery involving a couple of troublesome turkeys, plenty of Pilgrims, and the the amazing Mayflower merchant ship! Read and find out more! This mystery incorporates history, geography, culture and cliffhanger chapters that keep kids begging for more! Fun activities, built-in book club and SAT words are in each book. Belo...

Embark on a captivating journey of music and camaraderie with "The Melody Makers: A Rocking Rooster Band." Meet Rusty, Melody, and Benny as they embark on a delightful escapade, forming a band that radiates joy and unity across the entire farm. With toe-tapping melodies and infectious rhythms, this heartwarming narrative pays homage to the transformative power of music in forging connections. Follow the band's sensational rise as they make their indelible mark at the esteemed Harvest Festi...

Children's audio book a rags to riches inspired true story of an ex-street dog named Rocco and his journey from rubbish tip to Rock Stardom.In this, the first book in the Rocco the Rock Star series we meet Rocco the rescue dog as he arrives on the Happy Bus after a 4 day trek across Europe and follow him as he gets used to his new life in a new country in his first ever home.Adopted by the kindest human he has ever set eyes on, Rocco soon grows in confidenc...

Most days Cammie is tired of being the daughter of the first female president of the United States and just wants her real life back. She's feeling the stress of having to be on display so often. Plus, her oversized and overly enthusiastic dog Hooligan keeps getting into trouble. That's why she's thrilled when her very favorite group, the famous teenage sensation called The Song Boys, is scheduled to perform at a literacy event at the White House. But when White House objects disappear, th...

Best-selling and award-winning authors Jerry Jenkins and Chris Fabry grab the attention of kids in these fast-paced, exciting books.Watch out! The Timberline twins are on the loose. Bryce and Ashley are 13-year-old twins from Colorado who unearth action-packed mystery and adventure wherever they go. The twins' growing faith and the strong example of their parents guide them through even the most life-threatening situations. With the trademark page-turner style used...

In Book Six, Tommie’s dastardly boss, Buck Huckster, is finally put on trial and charged with crimes against the First Amendment. Our No Speak message is mirrored by the Pennywise lyrics and music. A perfect Mash-up!Book Six is a political punk rock play about how companies and governments use something called Non-Disclosure Agreements to basically eliminate Freedom of Speech First Amendment Rights of its citizens. We call these No Speak agreements. These agreements allow companies...

Watch out! The Timberline twins are on the loose. Bryce and Ashley are ATV-riding tweens from Colorado who unearth action-packed mystery and adventure wherever they go. From clearing the name of a local miscreant to thwarting a gold-stealing heist, the twins' growing faith and the strong example of their parents guide them through even the most life-threatening situations. With the trademark page-turner style used by Jerry Jenkins and Chris Fabry in the Left Behind: The Kids series, these ...