Publisher: Hashtag Press
When Summer’s best friend Cee dies from cardiac arrest after both girls have taken pills, the accusations on social media begin. Everyone believes Summer is to blame but she isn't. . . and she wants to clear her name. As the bullying intensifies, Summer grows closer to revealing the secret both families are harbouring. Who killed Cee?
Seven Grandfathers is a bright and vibrant journey through the bedrock of many aboriginal cultures. Children will be introduced to the eagle, the turtle, the bear, the buffalo, the wolf, the sabe, and the beaver as the seven grandfathers work together to try and save their world.Show book
Arabella Twigg is a very ordinary girl living with her extraordinary family. She loves her Gran, but tries to avoid her brother, Tom, who is always trying to get her into trouble.Her life is quite boring until weird things begin to happen to her.Arriving at school, she notices that something is very different as she walks into her classroom. She is standing in a Victorian schoolroom, just like the ones in her history textbook.Arabella discovers that the discipline in Victorian times is very different than it is today.Show book
A child plays, in various ways, with a bin made from tin. This simple story for beginning readers teaches the "in" sound through rhyming text and bright, original illustrations. Additional features to aid in comprehension include a word list for review, a note to parents and educators, and an introduction to the author and illustrator.Show book
This inspiring book by New York Times bestselling author Bakari Sellers is a tribute to the family and community that help make us who we are. Perfect for sharing and gifting. When you meet someone for the first time, they might ask, ""Who are your people?"" and ""Where are you from?"" Children are shaped by their ancestors, and this book celebrates the village it takes to raise a child. In the vein of I Am Enough and Eyes That Kiss in the Corners, this powerful book is a joyful recognition of the people and places that help define young readers and adults alike. Don't miss this picture book debut from Bakari Sellers, author of the acclaimed New York Times bestseller My Vanishing Country: A Memoir.Show book
Soar into adventure with Pippa, an orphaned girl in Ancient Greece, and her beloved winged horse, Zephyr, who head out on a daring adventure to save Mt. Olympus in the second book in the Wings of Olympus series by beloved, award-winning author Kallie George. Ever since Pippa lost the winged horse race of the ancient gods and was banned from the slopes of Mount Olympus, she and her beloved horse, Zephyr, have tried to adjust to living a normal life on the ground. But when Pippa rescues a lost winged colt, she knows she must return him to the land of the gods and goddesses—even though she was warned never to return. Up on Mount Olympus, however, disaster awaits. The gods and goddesses are at war, and someone has kidnapped all of the horses. If Pippa doesn’t find a way to restore peace, the battle will destroy the human world and the winged horses could be lost—forever. With the help of her new friend Hero, the not-so-heroic descendant of Hercules, and her stubborn colt, Tazo, Pippa takes on a task few mortals would dare: to rescue the horses and end the war. This heartfelt adventure series from acclaimed author Kallie George is perfect for horse lovers and fans of Greek myths alike!Show book
This is the story of three unlikely friends: Froggie, a lonely frog; Birdie, a baby bird kicked out of its nest, and a bear called Bungler who has problems doing things right. Birdie, just two days old faces dangers from a fox and a pack of nasty rats. Bungler Bear tells how he failed at things and left home as a young cub. Then as grown bear, he returned home to face Kangaroo King in a boxing match, hoping that if he won his father and all the other bears would be proud him. Once more, Bungler has to deal with failure. However, he does succeed in saving Birdie from drowning and they form a strong bond and later are joined by Froggie. They enjoy adventure and each others company; until one day, Bungler is captured and sent to a zoo. How the two small friends rescue the bear is exciting . The story, written in verse, flows pleasingly and easily on the ear. Over twenty wonderful illustrations accompany the text. A story of how friendship helps them overcome challenges and boosts their self confidence.Show book
