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Blake LivelytrAveLinG to the top

emily robin

Paperback PFB513916 $3.41

Keke palmerriley Brooks


Kristen StewartBeLLA of the BALL!

Jo Hurley


Air raid— pearl harborthe Story of DecemBer 7, 1941

Theodore Taylor

an updated examination of both the american and Japanese points of view of the political and military events leading to the attack on Pearl Harbor. “a vividly credible account.” —NY Times

208pp. ages 10–14Gr Level Y dra 60Paperback PFB984692 $3.96

Amazing But true Sports StoriesPhyllis & Zander Hollander

Just right for the sports enthusiast who thinks they’ve heard it all, here are 80 unusual and amazing stories, accompanied by 30 black-and-white action photographs.

128pp. ages 11–upLexile 1120 Gr Level Q dra 40Paperback PFB43736 $2.82

At her majesty’s requestWalter dean Myers

The arresting portrait of an orphaned african princess, rescued and brought to england to become the protégé of Queen Victoria. “an intriguing biography.” —Booklist

American Bookseller Pick of the Lists, Junior Library Guild Selection, NCTE Orbis Pictus Honor Book

160pp. ages 10–upLexile 1070 Gr Level X dra 60Paperback PFB48670 $2.84

New! Anne frank: Diary of a young Girlanne Frank

In this new translation of the beloved classic, anne Frank’s diary includes entries omitted from the 1947 edition. a timeless story of “unbroken faith in good triumphing over evil.” —Publishers Weekly

304pp. ages 12–upLexile 1080 Gr Level Y dra 60Paperback PFB17590 $3.41

And not Afraid to Darethe StorieS of ten AfricAn-AmericAn Women

Tonya Bolden

refusing to yield to discrimination and prejudice, these 10 amazing african-american women strove to be heard, to succeed, and to be free. Includes index and table of contents.

224pp. ages 10–14Lexile 1170 Gr Level T dra 44/50Paperback PFB947139 $3.39

Behind enemy Linestrue StorieS of AmAzinG courAGe

Bill doyle

Follow the adventures of men and women who dared to go behind enemy lines, from the revolutionary War to the current war in Iraq.

144pp. ages 10–14Paperback PFB514705 $2.82

Black Diamondthe Story of the neGro BASeBALL LeAGueS

Patricia C. & Fredrick L. McKissack

an award-winning tribute to the unsung heroes of the negro Baseball Leagues. “Spirited, entertaining and well-researched...an eye-opener.” —The Boston Globe

Coretta Scott King Honor Book

192pp. ages 9–14Lexile 1100 Gr Level Q dra 40Paperback PFB68213 $3.41

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the Down-to-earth Guide to Global WarmingLaurie david and Cambria Gordon

a no-holds-barred look at global warming and the steps everyone can take to overcome it. Quick facts and quirky illustrations make this complicated issue entertaining, while educating and empowering.

IRA Children’s Choice

128pp. ages 10–upLexile 1090Paperback PFB902494 $5.00

Japanese American internment campsGail Sakurai

Lexile 980 Gr Level W dra 60Paperback PFB135754 $3.39

September 11, 2001SeconD SerieS

andrew Santella

Lexile 890 Gr Level U dra 44/50Paperback PFB135766 $3.39

the Washington monument

elaine Landau


cornerstones of freedomtm

SeconD SerieS

dramatic and defining moments in american history come vividly to life through text, illustrations, photographs, and engravings all designed to make readers feel that they are there.


Building of the new york Subway

andrew Santella


the civil rights movement in Americaelaine Landau

Lexile 1080 Gr Level S dra 44/50Paperback PFB136215 $3.39

the Great mississippi flood of 1927

deborah Kent


chicken Soup for the SoulJack canfield, irene Dunlap, mark Victor hansen, & Patty hansen

These poignant, funny, and supportive anecdotes—related through poems, stories, and illustrations—give teens and tweens perspective and inspiration in confusing times. Mature content

all 368–416pp. ages 10–up

chicken Soup for the Girl’s SoulreAL StorieS By reAL GirLS ABout reAL Stuff


chicken Soup for the preteen Soul101 StorieS of chAnGeS, choiceS AnD GroWinG up


everybody’s revolutionA neW LooK At the peopLe Who Won AmericA’S freeDom

Thomas Fleming

an introduction to the many unsung heroes and heroines of the american revolution, some barely in their teens, and hailing from around the world. “an excellent starting point for discussions.” —SLJ

96pp. ages 10–14Lexile 1080 Gr Level X dra 60Paperback PFB501974 $5.00

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the foundersthe 39 StorieS BehinD the u.S. conStitution

dennis Brindell FradinIllustrated by Michael McCurdy

Short, fascinating biographies of the 39 men who created and signed the Constitution in September 1787, with insight into the states they represented. “Indispensable for middle schools.” —Booklist

NCTE Notable Social Studies Trade Books for Young People


four perfect pebblesA hoLocAuSt Story

Marion Blumenthal Lazan and Lila Perl

The harrowing, true account of the Blumenthal family, trapped inside nazi Germany and forced to live in refugee, transit, and prison camps. “an ennobling account of the triumph of the human spirit.” —Kirkus

ALA Notable Book

144pp. ages 10–upLexile 1080 Gr Level T dra 44/50Paperback PFB38196 $2.99

freedom trainthe Story of hArriet tuBmAn

dorothy Sterling

Harriet Tubman risked her life helping other slaves to freedom on the Underground railroad. “Well-rounded portrait of a remarkable woman.” —NY Times


freedom Walkersthe Story of the montGomery BuS Boycott

russell Freedman

The courage of countless african americans who boycotted Montgomery busses is absorbingly told in an account that reads like a page-turner novel. “a masterful job.” —Kirkus

NCSS Carter G. Woodson Award, Jane Addams Honor Book, Flora Stieglitz Straus Award, James Madison Honor Book, ALA Notable Book, SLJ Best Books of the Year, Kirkus Best Children’s Books, NCTE Orbis Pictus Honor Book

114pp. ages 10–upLexile 1110 Gr Level Z dra 70–80Paperback PFB503444 $5.00

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Giants of ScienceKathleen KrullIllustrated by Boris Kulikov

These very human and personal portraits of the geniuses of science give insight into their fascinating lives, times, and discoveries. a “breezy, forthright, and intelligent approach.” —Booklist

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isaac newtonALA Notable Book

ages 12–15Lexile 1000 Gr Level Y dra 60Paperback PFB500371 $2.82

Leonardo da vinciALA Notable Book

ages 15–upLexile 1010 Gr Level Z dra 70–80Paperback PFB500372 $2.82

G is for GoogolA mAth ALphABet BooK

david M. SchwartzIllustrated by Marissa Moss

This large-format alphabet book introduces terms and concepts from mathematics, each with an interesting illustrated essay. “Convinces readers that math is pervasive, inescapable, huge— and never just egghead territory.” —Kirkus

ALA Notable Book, Smithsonian Magazine’s Notable Book for Children

64pp. ages 10–14Lexile 760 Gr Level U dra 44/50Paperback PFB910489 $3.96

George vs. Georgethe AmericAn revoLution AS Seen from Both SiDeS

rosalyn Schanzer

This colorful book chronicles both British and american points of view during the course of the revolutionary War, focusing mainly on england’s King George III and George Washington. Mature content

ALA Notable Book


George Washington carverTonya Bolden

The extraordinary life of Carver is brought to light in this captivating, lucid, and conversational biography. depth, rich details, and historical photographs reveal the scientist, lecturer, professor, painter, and nature-devotee.

NCTE Orbis Pictus Honor Book

48pp. ages 10–14Lexile 1040Paperback PFB513671 $3.96

GutsGary Paulsen

The best-selling author Gary Paulsen relates incidents in his life and how they inspired his writing. “His real adventures are every bit as vivid and hair-raising as those in his fiction.” —Kirkus

NCTE Adventuring With Books


Guinness World records

Smallest, longest, largest, fastest—here’s all the fascinating records in the natural world, and in man’s world. reluctant readers will devour all of the juicy and incredible facts!

Astonishing Animalsup cLoSe


Book of ultimate records80pp. ages 9–12Paperback PFB510485 $3.41

extreme Animals!80pp. ages 9–12Paperback PFB511041 $2.84

fearless feats80pp. ages 8–12Lexile 1100 Gr Level Y dra 60Paperback PFB971565 $2.84

Girls Who rocked the Worldamelie WeldenIllustrated by Jerry McCann

The incredible stories of 33 real girls, past and present, from all around the world, who achieved amazing feats and changed history before reaching their twenties.

128pp. ages 12–upLexile 1050 Gr Level S dra 44/50Paperback PFB910493 $2.25

harriet tubman: Secret AgenthoW DArinG SLAveS AnD free BLAcKS SpieD for the union DurinG the civiL WAr

Thomas B. allen

In a compelling narrative, surprising new facts about Harriet are brought to light: in addition to her other amazing accomplishments, she was a spy for the Union army! “Fascinating.” —SLJ

192pp. ages 11–14Lexile 1120 Gr Level W dra 60Paperback PFB515663 $3.39

the Greek GodsBernard & dorothy evslin & ned Hoopes

an excellent introduction to mythology, this book includes a glossary, afterword, and bibliography.

128pp. ages 12–upLexile 840 Gr Level U dra 44/50Paperback PFB44110 $3.41

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high School musical 3the uLtimAte unAuthorizeD GuiDe

Jackie robb

It’s fab! It’s hot! It’s UnaUTHOrIZed!! This extra-special scrapbook has the behind-the-scenes scoop and is TOTaLLY not sponsored, approved, licensed, or endorsed by anyone involved with High School Musical 3!


i Am a StarchiLD of the hoLocAuSt

Inge auerbacher

a Holocaust survivor tells of being sent to a concentration camp when she was seven—one of 100 children out of 15,000 to survive. “Pierces the heart with memorable imagery.” —Publishers Weekly

96pp. ages 10–15Lexile 950 Gr Level Z dra 70–80Paperback PFB988000 $3.14

Junk food

Sometimes you just need a little junk food, and when you do, it’s good to know that these tasty celebrity bios are 100% UnaUTHOrIZed! no sponsorship or affiliation whatsoever! eat up!


Jonas BrothersMaggie Maron


Justin timberlakeSteve dougherty


miley cyrusemma Carlson Berne


New!LincolnA photoBioGrAphy

russell Freedman

“Well-organized and well-written, this is an outstanding example of what (juvenile) biography can be. Like Lincoln himself, it stands head and shoulders above its competition.” —SLJ

Newbery Medal Winner

160pp. ages 10–upLexile 1110 Gr Level V dra 44/50Paperback PFB42145 $4.53

merriam-Webster’s Spanish-english DictionaryThis completely new dictionary is intended for language learners, teachers, or tourists—anyone who needs to communicate effectively in Spanish and english.

800pp. ages 10–upReference Paperback PFB361818 $3.71

my thirteenth WinterSamantha abeel

This honest, hopeful autobiography tells of Samantha’s experience with dyscalculia, a learning disorder that also devastated her self-esteem. “an interesting mix of factual information and memories.” —SLJ

Schneider Family Book Award


mummies, Bones, & Body partsCharlotte Wilcox

an intriguing look at mummies—how they were made, how scientists piece together the mysteries, and the controversies surrounding the study of human remains. “Intriguing science, dramatically presented.” —Kirkus

YALSA Quick Pick for Reluctant Young Adult Readers

64pp. ages 11–15Lexile 900 Gr Level U dra 44/50Paperback PFB932335 $4.53

nBA

Get a front row seat for the most amazing players, learn what makes them so good on the court and off, making incredible clutch baskets or supporting their teammates.


highlight reelJohn Hareas


hoops heroesPaul Ladewski


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new Kids in townorAL hiStorieS of immiGrAnt teenS

Janet Bode

11 teenage immigrants tell compelling stories of their escape from war, poverty, and oppression to carve out new lives in america. “distinct both in voice and personal detail.” —BCCB

YALSA Best Book for Young Adults


Scholastic pocket reference

essential for all middle and high school students, these easy-access guides help kids with definitions, alternate word choices, cross-references, and more, to enrich research papers and other assignments.

ages 9–up

Scholastic pocket Dictionary624pp. Reference Paperback PFB962039 $4.53

Scholastic pocket thesaurus272pp.Reference Paperback PFB962037 $3.96

Scholastic pocket united States Atlas176pp.Reference Paperback PFB985215 $5.00

Save the earth Science experimentsScience fAir proJectS for eco-KiDS

Go green for your science fair! Step-by-step project guidance for harnessing energy with windmills, testing the ozone, creating alternative fuels, and much more.


puppies, Dogs, and Blue northersrefLectionS on BeinG rAiSeD By A pAcK of SLeD DoGS

Gary Paulsen

Paulsen, an experienced Iditarod racer, brings readers inside the emotionally rich, sometimes frightening process of racing and raising his beautiful, unpredictable dogs. “nonstop action.” —NY Times Mature content

96pp. ages 14–UpLexile 1280 Gr Level S dra 44/50Paperback PFB504632 $2.82

red Scarf GirlA memoir of the cuLturAL revoLution

Ji-Li Jiang

author Ji-Li Jiang captures the effects and the difficult choices that China’s Communist Party had on her family and her life. “a page-turner. excellent.” —SLJ


nfL

In these up-close, pulse-pounding looks at america’s favorite sport, fans will get insight into the game and all its hottest players. Packed with great photos and fascinating facts!


Behind the ScenesJames Preller

Lexile 710 Gr Level P dra 34–38Paperback PFB953814 $3.41

Game BreakersJim Gigliotti


Super Bowl StoriesTim Polzer

Lexile 1270Paperback PFB992456 $3.41

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Scholastic Dictionary of Synonyms, Antonyms, and homonymsWith 20,000 clear, concise entries, students will have synonyms and antonyms at their fingertips—plus a guide to homonyms, to help distinguish between the “principal” and the “principle”!

224pp. ages 10–upReference Paperback PFB925415 $3.41

Separate But not equalthe DreAm AnD the StruGGLe

Jim Haskins

From an award-winning author comes a concise, dramatic, and moving history of the ongoing struggle of african americans for education rights. “The facts speak volumes.” —Booklist


Sojourner truthAin’t i A WomAn?

Patricia C. & Fredrick L. McKissack

The stirring, award-winning biography of the african-american preacher, abolitionist, and activist for women’s and african-american rights. “a great deal more than a biography of a remarkable woman.” —Publishers Weekly

Coretta Scott King Honor Book, ALA Notable Book, YALSA Best Book for Young Adults, SLJ Best Book of the Year, Boston Globe-Horn Book Award

192pp. ages 9–14Lexile 960 Gr Level V dra 44/50Paperback PFB44691 $2.99

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taste Berries for teensinSpirAtionAL Short StorieS AnD encourAGement on Life, Love, frienDShip AnD touGh iSSueS

Bettie B. Youngs & Jennifer Leigh Youngs

The teenage years can be difficult and emotionally turbulent. This collection of stories is both comforting and uplifting. Compiled with feedback from teenagers, it will strike a positive chord with any teen.

144pp. ages 12–upLexile 970 Gr Level W dra 60Paperback PFB925613 $3.96

true Ghost Storiesallan Zullo

Mind-bending collections of spine-tingling stories! readers will thrill to the scary stories, based in part on reported cases of kids’ experiences with the supernatural.

all 128pp.

<En EsPañolchicos embrujadostotALLy hAunteD KiDS

With Bruce nash

spanish Paperback PFB988209 $2.82

haunted Kidsages 10–14Lexile 830 Gr Level V dra 44/50Paperback PFB968059 $2.82

haunted Schoolsages 11–upLexile 830 Gr Level V dra 44/50Paperback PFB968200 $2.82

<En EsPañolescuelas embrujadasspanish Paperback PFB516604 $2.82

Stealing homethe Story of JAcKie roBinSon

Barry denenberg

In 1947, Jackie robinson walked onto ebbets Field as a Brooklyn dodger, confronting racism on and off the diamond, while becoming one of the greatest players of the game.

128pp. ages 9–14Lexile 930 Gr Level V dra 44/50Paperback PFB42560 $2.99

Standing tallthe StorieS of ten hiSpAnic AmericAnS

argentina Palacios

The captivating stories of 10 important, history-making Hispanic-americans, including roberto Clemente, Gloria estefan, and the first admiral of the navy, david Farragut.

NY Public Library Books for the Teen Age

192pp. ages 11–15Lexile 1060 Gr Level W dra 60Paperback PFB47140 $2.82

ten true talesallan Zullo

revealing looks at fascinating, hidden worlds—secret agents, child pirates, crime scene investigators, and more—keep even reluctant readers glued to each exciting page!

all 144–160pp. ages 10–14

crime Scene investigatorsLexile 940Paperback PFB993406 $2.82

Kid piratestheir BAttLeS, ShipWrecKS, & nArroW eScApeS


Surviving SharksAnD other DAnGerouS creAtureS

Lexile 930 Gr Level V dra 44/50Paperback PFB979207 $2.82

teens at WarLexile 1010 Gr Level Z dra 70–80Paperback PFB505807 $2.82

War heroesvoiceS from irAq


<En EsPañolhéroes des guerravoceS De irAK

spanish Paperback PFB516058 $2.82

trapped in ice!An AmAzinG true WhALinG ADventure

Martin W. Sandler

The disastrous story of 32 vessels, carrying 1,219 people, that failed to heed warnings in the winter of 1871, and sailed into peril. “a gripping combination of survival story and history.” —SLJ


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Stay StrongSimpLe Life LeSSonS for teenS

Terrie Williams

Featuring an introduction by Queen Latifah, these life lessons for teens explore both challenges and triumphs, and urge young people to make an impact in the world and remain positive.

240pp. ages 12–upLexile 890 Gr Level S dra 44/50Paperback PFB912972 $2.84

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Xtreme Sports

In this high-interest series that’s sure to captivate readers, meet the daring competitors of the X-Games and find out what makes them go—and how they got so darn good!

all 96pp. ages 9–up

cutting edgee. J. Maxwell

Lexile 1020 Gr Level r dra 40Paperback PFB946854 $2.84

Summer Joe Layden

Lexile 930 Gr Level r dra 40Paperback PFB952217 $2.84

the World’s Dumbest criminals: Jr. editiondaniel Butler & alan ray

Warning: The crimes you are about to read about are true. The names have been changed...to protect the ignorant. readers will laugh out loud at the unbelievable stupidity of it all!

192pp. ages 10–upLexile 1000Paperback PFB11152 $2.82

WoodsongGary Paulsen

The author’s adventures in the wild, and the harrowing account of his first Iditarod dogsled race across alaska. “Combines wild adventure and precise observation with intensely private discovery.” —Booklist

ALA Editors’ Choice, SLJ Best Books, IRA Young Adults’ Choice, YALSA Best Book for Young Adults

144pp. ages 10–upLexile 1090 Gr Level T dra 44/50Paperback PFB45052 $2.99

Woe is i, Jr.the younGer GrAmmArphoBe’S GuiDe to Better enGLiSh (in pLAin enGLiSh)

Patricia T. O’Conner

In this junior version of the national bestseller, simple language and witty, entertaining examples help show how fun and easy it can be to use good english.


true StorieS

Ideal for reluctant readers, these harrowing tales recount adventures on the high seas, the risks of war, and stories of people who stared death in the face and lived to tell the tale.

D-DayHenry Brook


escapePaul dowswell


SurvivalPaul dowswell


usborne

LiBrAry of Science

Plug into science and open the links to discovery, wonder, and excitement! Our natural world is clearly presented and further exploration is encouraged with full descriptions of related Web sites.


energy, forces & motioninternet-LinKeD

Corinne Henderson & alastair SmithIllustrated by Verinder Bhachu et al.


Light, Sound & electricityinternet-LinKeD

Kirsteen rogers et al.Illustrated by Verinder Bhachu et al.


Solids, Liquids, and Gasesinternet-LinKeD

Phillip Clarke & alastair Smith


World of plantsinternet-LinKeD

Laura Howell et al.Illustrated by Verinder Bhachu et al.


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the World made newWhy the AGe of eXpLorAtion hAppeneD & hoW it chAnGeD the WorLD

Marc aronson & John W. Glenn

a fascinating and detailed account of the charting of the new World, its explorers, the crop-based new economy, and its long-term effects on the history of the americas.

64pp. ages 10–upPaperback PFB510901 $7.00

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