Emma-Jean Lazarus Fell Out of a Tree
Emma-Jean Lazarus Fell Out of a Tree

Author: Lauren Tarshis

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2008-05-15

Total Pages: 226

ISBN-13: 1440631387

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A heartwarming story from the author of the I SURVIVED series. Emma-Jean Lazarus is the smartest and strangest girl at William Gladstone Middle School. Her classmates don't understand her, but that's okay because Emma-Jean doesn't quite get them either. But one afternoon, all that changes when she sees Colleen Pomerantz crying in the girl's room. It is through Colleen that Emma-Jean gets a glimpse into what it is really like to be a seventh grader. And what she finds will send her tumbling out of a tree and questioning why she ever got involved in the first place.

Emma-Jean Lazarus Fell In Love
Emma-Jean Lazarus Fell In Love

Author: Lauren Tarshis

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2009-05-14

Total Pages: 102

ISBN-13: 110104649X

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A heartwarming story from the author of the I Survived series The endearing, if not quirky, Emma-Jean Lazarus is back in the companion to Emma-Jean Lazarus Fell Out of a Tree. When Emma-Jean thinks about asking Will Keeler to the Spring Fling dance, she gets a fluttering feeling in her heart. What would someone like Will say to someone like Emma-Jean? After all, Emma-Jean is a little—different. Meanwhile, Emma-Jean's best friend, Colleen, has a secret admirer. With the Spring Fling just days away, she asks Emma-Jean to figure out who he is so maybe then Colleen could ask him to the dance. It's a perfect plan. But what Emma-Jean discovers could have consequences for everyone?.

Tracking Tortoises
Tracking Tortoises

Author: Kate Messner

Publisher: Millbrook Press ™

Published: 2021-09-07

Total Pages: 64

ISBN-13: 1728436303

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Galápagos giant tortoises are fascinating—and endangered. They live only on the Galápagos Islands, a chain of volcanic islands in the Pacific Ocean off the coast of Ecuador. These tortoises face threats from the humans who live on—and visit—the islands, as well as from Earth's warming climate. Join author Kate Messner on an a journey to the Galápagos Islands to see these incredible creatures up close and discover how cutting-edge technology is helping scientists to study and protect them.

Only My Dog Knows I Pick My Nose
Only My Dog Knows I Pick My Nose

Author: Lauren Tarshis

Publisher: Scholastic Inc.

Published: 2021-10-19

Total Pages: 48

ISBN-13: 1338808214

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A hilarious and tender picture book perfect for fans of No, David that insightfully explores the inner world of a child. The picture book debut from the New York Times bestselling author of I Survived, Lauren Tarshis! To the outside world, it might look like you do everything right: eat your broccoli, share your toys, and behave in the bath. But what about the moments when no one is looking, and your messier, mushier, scared-ier self is revealed? The only one who knows is... the loyal dog friend who sees it all and still loves you just the way you are. This celebration of friendship, loyalty, and unconditional love with man's -- and child's -- best friend is sure to delight and entertain readers of all ages. Laugh along with recognition and delight in this ode to being true to yourself. With tender, humorous text from New York Times bestselling author Lauren Tarshis, and joyful, expressive watercolors from artist Lisa Mezoff, this sweet book presents a validating message of confidence, empowerment, and unconditional love.

I Survived the Destruction of Pompeii, AD 79 (I Survived #10)
I Survived the Destruction of Pompeii, AD 79 (I Survived #10)

Author: Lauren Tarshis

Publisher: Scholastic Inc.

Published: 2014-08-26

Total Pages: 92

ISBN-13: 0545662869

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The beast beneath the mountain is restless... No one in the bustling city of Pompeii worries when the ground trembles beneath their feet. The beast under the mountain Vesuvius, high above the city, wakes up angry sometimes -- and always goes back to sleep.But Marcus is afraid. He knows something is terribly wrong -- and his father, who trusts science more than mythical beasts, agrees. When Vesuvius explodes into a cloud of fiery ash and rocks fall from the sky like rain, will they have time to escape -- and survive the epic destruction of Pompeii?

Indigo Blue
Indigo Blue

Author: Cathy Cassidy

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2006-09-07

Total Pages: 244

ISBN-13: 1101006994

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Indigo's mum has had it with her boyfriend, and has moved her girls out of their cozy home and into "the flat from hell." Indie is not about to show anyone how it really feels, especially not her best friend, Jo. But the truth is, the neighborhood is bad, the heat's useless, and there's little to eat. It's hard for Indie to ignore such a drastic change—but with a little sister who's too small to understand and a mum who's feeling desperate, Indie is the one who's got to take charge.

I Survived the Hindenburg Disaster, 1937 (I Survived #13)
I Survived the Hindenburg Disaster, 1937 (I Survived #13)

Author: Lauren Tarshis

Publisher: Scholastic Inc.

Published: 2016-02-23

Total Pages: 87

ISBN-13: 0545658519

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New York Times bestselling author Lauren Tarshis provides a birds-eye view of one of America's most ghastly accidents ever be captured on film, the Hindenburg Disaster of 1937. The greatest flying machine ever build is about to crash...For eleven-year-old Hugo Ballard, flying on the Hindenburg is a dream come true. Hugo, his parents, and his four-year-old sister, Gertie, are making the thrilling four-thousand-mile journey across the Atlantic in a zeppelin as big as the Titanic.But as the zeppelin gets ready to land, a blast rocks the Hindenburg and fire consumes the ship. The entire disaster lasts a mere thirty-two seconds, but in those few seconds, Hugo finds himself separated from his family and in a desperate race to escape the flames. The Hindenburg is doomed. And so, it seems, is Hugo. Will he survive this historic disaster?

I Survived the Battle of Gettysburg, 1863 (I Survived #7)
I Survived the Battle of Gettysburg, 1863 (I Survived #7)

Author: Lauren Tarshis

Publisher: Scholastic Inc.

Published: 2013-02-01

Total Pages: 88

ISBN-13: 0545532256

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The bloodiest battle in American history is under way . . . It's 1863, and Thomas and his little sister, Birdie, have fled the farm where they were born and raised as slaves. Following the North Star, looking for freedom, they soon cross paths with a Union soldier. Everything changes: Corporal Henry Green brings Thomas and Birdie back to his regiment, and suddenly it feels like they've found a new home. Best of all, they don't have to find their way north alone--they're marching with the army.But then orders come through: The men are called to battle in Pennsylvania. Thomas has made it so far . . . but does he have what it takes to survive Gettysburg?

The Meaning of Maggie (Sneak Preview)
The Meaning of Maggie (Sneak Preview)

Author: Megan Jean Sovern

Publisher: Chronicle Books

Published: 2014-03-18

Total Pages: 57

ISBN-13: 1452141398

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A free sneak preview of The Meaning of Maggie by Megan Jean Sovern. Download now and enjoy this extended excerpt before the book goes on sale on May 6, 2014. As befits a future President of the United States of America, Maggie Mayfield has decided to write a memoir of the past year of her life. And what a banner year it's been! During this period she's Student of the Month on a regular basis, an official shareholder of Coca-Cola stock, and defending Science Fair champion. Most importantly, though, this is the year Maggie has to pull up her bootstraps (the family motto) and finally learn why her cool-dude dad is in a wheelchair, no matter how scary that is. Author Megan Jean Sovern, herself the daughter of a dad with multiple sclerosis, writes with the funny grace and assured prose of a new literary star. A portion of the proceeds of the sale of this book will be donated to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society.

Mrs. McBloom, Clean Up Your Classroom!
Mrs. McBloom, Clean Up Your Classroom!

Author: Kelly DiPucchio

Publisher: Disney-Hyperion

Published: 2005-09-01

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780786809325

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The entire town of Up Yonder joins in to help their favorite teacher clean up her messy classroom.