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Henry's Christmas Star
by Jeffrey DinardoEvery Christmas Henry and grandmother bake cookies together, sing songs, have fun and make snowflake ornaments to decorate the tree. When mother tells Henry that Grandmother can't come this year, Henry doesn't want to talk to anyone. He doesn't want to sing Christmas carols or make pretty Christmas cookies. His mother and father and little sister try celebrating without him, but nothing seems right, especially to Henry. Something must happen to help Henry feel like having a merry Christmas with his family. Read this story and find out what it is.
Henry's Freedom Box
by Ellen LevineA stirring, dramatic story of a slave who mails himself to freedom by a Jane Addams Peace Award-winning author and a Coretta Scott King Award-winning artist.Henry Brown doesn't know how old he is. Nobody keeps records of slaves' birthdays. All the time he dreams about freedom, but that dream seems farther away than ever when he is torn from his family and put to work in a warehouse. Henry grows up and marries, but he is again devastated when his family is sold at the slave market. Then one day, as he lifts a crate at the warehouse, he knows exactly what he must do: He will mail himself to the North. After an arduous journey in the crate, Henry finally has a birthday -- his first day of freedom.
Henry's Freedom Box: A True Story From The Underground Railroad
by Ellen Levine Kadir NelsonA stirring, dramatic story of a slave who mails himself to freedom by a Jane Addams Peace Award-winning author and a Coretta Scott King Award-winning artist. <P> Henry Brown doesn't know how old he is. Nobody keeps records of slaves' birthdays. All the time he dreams about freedom, but that dream seems farther away than ever when he is torn from his family and put to work in a warehouse. Henry grows up and marries, but he is again devastated when his family is sold at the slave market. Then one day, as he lifts a crate at the warehouse, he knows exactly what he must do: He will mail himself to the North. After an arduous journey in the crate, Henry finally has a birthday -- his first day of freedom.<P> Winner of the Caldecott Honor
Henry's Hand
by Ross MacdonaldHenry’s Hand is a story about the friendship between Henry, a giant, and his right hand. You see, Henry sometimes has trouble keeping track of his body parts—everything from his ears to one of his legs can fall off. Once, his eye even rolled under the couch and wouldn’t come out until bedtime. But with help from Hand, Henry keeps himself together. In fact, Henry and Hand are the best of friends . . . that is, until Henry takes Hand for granted, pushes him too far, and Hand runs away. A charming tale of friendship, forgiveness, and loyalty, Henry’s Hand is also a quirky story for readers of all ages, especially those of us who know what it feels like to fight with your best friend.
Henry's Happy Birthday
by Holly KellerRelates the disappointments and joys of Henry's birthday party. From the moment Henry wakes up on his birthday one thing after another goes wrong. Henry is disappointed and gets grouchy and mad. Then, to his surprise, things get better and better. An engaging , short book to read aloud to young children or just right for first or second grade children to read for themselves. Pictures are described.
Henry's Little Sister
by Jo WeaverA beautifully illustrated story celebrating sibling relationships, encouraging patience and understanding as a little elephant learns what it truly means to be a big brother. The perfect gift for families to share.When little Henry meets his new baby sister Celeste, he can't wait to show her everything he's already learned about being an elephant. But Celeste doesn't seem to be interested in Henry's lessons - she wants to explore and play!As Celeste's curiosity leads them both away from the herd, the two little elephants find themselves lost and afraid. Can Celeste use what she's learned from her big brother to help get them to safety?With stunning charcoal illustrations and a hint of yellow, Jo Weaver brings this heart-warming tale of love and friendship beautifully to life. From the award-winning creator of Little One, Little Whale, Little Tigers and Bibi.
Henry's Map
by David ElliotA fun-filled introduction to maps through the eyes of an adorable pig Henry is a very particular sort of pig. "A place for everything and everything in its place," he always says. But when he looks out his window he is troubled. The farm is a mess! Henry is worried that nobody will be able to find anything in this mess. So he draws a map showing all the animals exactly where they belong. And Henry embarks on a journey through the farm, his friends tagging along as he creates his map: sheep in the woolshed, chickens in the coop, the horse in the stable. After the map is complete, Henry uses it to bring himself back home, where he is relieved to know that he is exactly where he belongs. A place for everything and everything in its place, indeed. For fans of Zen Shorts by Jon J. Muth or of Winnie the Pooh, this sweet romp through the farm is adorably illustrated by David Elliot, who created the endearing animals who inhabit Brian Jacques world of Redwall. Perfect for pre-schoolers and elemetary-schoolers learning to read maps for the first time.
Henry's Map
by David ElliotA fun-filled introduction to maps through the eyes of an adorable pigHenry is a very particular sort of pig. "A place for everything and everything in its place," he always says. But when he looks out his window he is troubled. The farm is a mess! Henry is worried that nobody will be able to find anything in this mess. So he draws a map showing all the animals exactly where they belong. And Henry embarks on a journey through the farm, his friends tagging along as he creates his map: sheep in the woolshed, chickens in the coop, the horse in the stable. After the map is complete, Henry uses it to bring himself back home, where he is relieved to know that he is exactly where he belongs. A place for everything and everything in its place, indeed.For fans of Zen Shorts by Jon J. Muth or of Winnie the Pooh, this sweet romp through the farm is adorably illustrated by David Elliot, who created the endearing animals who inhabit Brian Jacques world of Redwall. Perfect for pre-schoolers and elemetary-schoolers learning to read maps for the first time.Praise for Henry's Map:*** “With appealing characters and gentle humor, this book will be a hit at storytime, or as an introduction to mapping lessons.” —School Library Journal *** (starred) *** “Here’s hoping for many more Henry-centric adventures.” —Kirkus Reviews *** (starred) “Elliot’s barnyard animals brim with personality and emotion, matching the understated humor of this charming story.” —Publisher’s Weekly “This story may even inspire budding cartographers to map their own world.” —Booklist
Henrys Night
by D. B. JohnsonHenry cannot sleep. The sounds of the village keep him awake. If only he could find the whippoorwill, the night bird no one sees, and hear its sweet song! Henry takes his night jar, fills it with fireflies, and sets off with the lantern to track his elusive serenader. But each time he draws near, the bird stops singing and flies deeper into the woods. Henry encounters many wonderful creatures there, but will he ever find his night bird? And where will the whippoorwill ultimately lead him? In this fifth book of the Henry series, D. B. Johnson recreates the wonder of Henry David Thoreau’s moonlit walks, and shines a quiet comfort into the mysterious night woods.
Henry's Night
by Linda Michelin D. B. JohnsonHenry cannot sleep. The sounds of the village keep him awake. If only he could find the whippoorwill, the night bird no one sees, and hear its sweet song! Henry takes his night jar, fills it with fireflies, and sets off with the lantern to track his elusive serenader. But each time he draws near, the bird stops singing and flies deeper into the woods. Henry encounters many wonderful creatures there, but will he ever find his night bird? And where will the whippoorwill ultimately lead him? In this fifth book of the Henry series, D. B. Johnson recreates the wonder of Henry David Thoreau's moonlit walks, and shines a quiet comfort into the mysterious night woods. Other books in this series are available from Bookshare.
Henry's Stars
by David ElliotThe stars take shape in this adorable companion to Henry's Map! One beautiful evening on the farm, Henry stares up at the sky. As he looks from star to star, they seem to form a picture. He sees it! A great big starry pig! Henry can&’t wait to show his friends. Yet instead of seeing the Great Pig&’s ears, legs, and curly tail, the sheep see a woolly body . . . the Great Sheep! Abigail sees the Great Star Cow, of course, and the chickens spot Heavenly Hens flying all over the place. Henry is frustrated. Why don&’t the others see what he sees? In this charming companion to Henry&’s Map, David Elliot explores—with gentle humor—the nature of art and perception. A perfect book for kids and adults who love to find shapes among the stars or anywhere else their imaginations may lead.Praise for Henry's Stars"Elliot&’s watercolor and pencil illustrations seamlessly blend the realism and farce that makes this story work so well. Teachers will enjoy using this story to exemplify point of view or introduce a unit on constellations. Younger audiences will relate to Henry and delight in the predictability of his predicament. This modern-day fable deserves a place in most collections."—School Library JournalPraise for Henry&’s Map One of School Library Journal's Best Books in 2013! * &“With appealing characters and gentle humor, this book will be a hit at storytime, or as an introduction to mapping lessons.&” —School Library Journal, starred review * &“Here&’s hoping for many more Henry-centric adventures.&” —Kirkus Reviews, starred review &“Elliot&’s barnyard animals brim with personality and emotion, matching the understated humor of this charming story.&” —Publishers Weekly &“This story may even inspire budding cartographers to map their own world.&” —Booklist
Hensel and Gretel: Ninja Chicks
by Corey Rosen Schwartz Rebecca J. GomezA clever twist on Hansel and Gretel that proves ninja chicks are anything but chicken! When Hensel and Gretel&’s dad gets snatched by a fox, the sisters put their ninja skills to work to track him down before he can be stir-fried. But are these two little chicks ready to take on a dark tangled forest, a tricky house made of corn bread, and an even trickier fox? This plucky pair isn&’t giving up without a fight! Kiya!Kids will fight over this new offering from the team behind The Three Ninja Pigs and Ninja Red Riding Hood.
Hephaestus and the Island of Terror
by Joan Holub Suzanne Williams Craig PhillipsZeus and the Olympians might find a new leader among metal-working warriors in this Heroes in Training adventure.Fresh off their adventure with Crius's Cronies, the Olympians set out for the island of Lemnos, and there's a reason they receive warnings as they travel: Warriors holding intricate weapons greet them as soon as they come ashore! Then they meet Hephaestus, the leader of the island who they quickly realize is actually one of them--the Olympian they were meant to find.But Hephaestus isn't so sure he wants to leave with the Olympians. After all, life is pretty good on Lemnos, and he loves being in charge the Sintians, who inhabit the island. The Sintians made him their leader because of his metal-working prowess, and he's been doing his best to keep them safe from Cronus's armies ever since. Hephaestus suggests that if he does choose to go with the Olympians, he could be their leader. But what about Zeus? Not everyone is convinced he is still up for the job...
Her Dark Curiosity
by Megan ShepherdInspired by The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde, this tantalizing sequel to Megan Shepherd's gothic suspense novel, The Madman's Daughter, explores the hidden natures of those we love and how far we'll go to save them from themselves.Back in London after her trip to Dr. Moreau's horrific island, Juliet is rebuilding the life she once knew and trying to forget her father's legacy. But soon it's clear that someone--or something--hasn't forgotten her, as people close to Juliet start falling victim to a murderer who leaves a macabre calling card of three clawlike slashes. Has one of her father's creations also escaped the island? As Juliet strives to stop a killer while searching for a serum to cure her own worsening illness, she finds herself once more in a world of scandal and danger. Her heart torn in two, past bubbling to the surface, life threatened by an obsessive killer--Juliet will be lucky to escape alive.
Her Evil Ways
by Alyson LarrabeeIn this sequel to Enter If You Dare, Wyatt gets drunk and hooks up with Coleen Foley at a party. When she realizes he'll never get over Annabelle, Wyatt's wannabe girlfriend visits an old graveyard late at night, and asks the Ouija board for help. There, in the cold and the dark, Coleen unintentionally sets free a demonic spirit and sends it on a mission to destroy her rival.
Her Heavy Backpack
by Kimberly BaileyWhat&’s in your invisible backpack? We all have one!Your invisible backpack carries the things you carry with you that no one else can see.It&’s full of good things and not so good things, but all of these things that make up the life of the great and wonderful you.
Her Honor, Katie Shannon (The Fabulous Five #4)
by Betsy HaynesJana Morgan, Melanie Edwards, Beth Barry, Christie Winchell, Katie Shannon... they're The Fabulous Five. They started out as a club whose secret purpose was to keep up with snobby Taffy Sinclair. Now these five best friends are in the seventh grade-are they ready for the ups and downs of junior high? Katie Shannon has been appointed to the new Teen Court at Wakeman Junior High! This is her big chance to make sure student punishments are fair. But soon Katie discovers that being fair isn't as easy as she thought. Some kids try to butter her up; others call her a traitor-and two of The Fabulous Five are putting pressure on her to go easy on their boyfriends. Katie really has to struggle to be fair - especially when she finds herself with a secret crush on one of the biggest troublemakers in school!
Her Ladyship Was Irish
by Rosemary LaughlinMary’s class is putting on a production of a play called Her Ladyship Was Irish. Mary is excited to be the stage manager, but she's nervous about how the other students' behavior will affect the show. As they put the show together, Mary learns about judging others and working as a team.
Her Majesty, Grace Jones
by Jane LangtonAs the United States struggles in the grip of the Depression, pre-teen Grace Jones examines the evidence - she wasn't born in the United States, and she looks just like the young Princess Elizabeth. She decides she is royalty in exile, secretly the heir to the British throne. But being royalty doesn't make Grace's life any easier. Her father still doesn't have a job, and her family still has to sell their beloved car for money to survive.
Her Mother's Secret
by Barbara Garland PolikoffFifteen-year-old Sarah, the daughter of Jewish immigrants, wants nothing more than to become an artist. But as she spreads her wings she must come to terms with the secrets that her family is only beginning to share with her. Replete with historical details that vividly evoke the Chicago of the 1890s, this moving coming-of-age story is set against the backdrop of a vibrant, turbulent city. Sarah moves between two very different worlds--the colorful immigrant neighborhood surrounding Hull House and the sophisticated, elegant World's Columbian Exposition. This novel eloquently captures the struggles of a young girl as she experiences the timeless emotions of friendship, family turmoil, loss...and first love. Winner of the IBPA Ben Franklin Award for Teen Fiction; Silver award winner in the Young Adult Fiction - Historical/Cultural category of the Moonbeam Children's Books Awards; Finalist for the Midwest Book Awards in the YA Fiction category. "Very well-written and a quick read. It would appeal to young women who like to read coming-of-age stories, and fans of historical fiction...Prejudice against Jewish Americans, the death of young children, and strains within the family are woven eloquently throughout the book." -- VOYA "The background is beautifully realized and captures readers' fascination for the period. The author shapes Sarah's character most skillfully of all, illustrating the optimism of youth...A treat written by a fine storyteller." -- Historical Novels Review
Her Name Was Freedom: 35 Fearless Women Who Fought for India’s Independence
by Anu KumarA BRAVE QUEEN OF AVADH WHO LED HER KINGDOM DURING AN UPRISING.A 73-YEAR-OLD FREEDOM FIGHTER WHO STOOD HER GROUND AGAINST BRITISH SOLDIERS.A FEARLESS TEEN HERO FROM NAGALAND WHO DEFENDED THE RIGHTS OF HER COMMUNITY.These extraordinary Indian women, and others like them featured in this book, shared one common goal: to stand up against the British and fight for India's freedom from colonial rule.Fearless and feisty, these homemakers and princesses, politicians and poets, doctors and educators, and lawyers and activists marched in protest, endured hunger strikes, rallied supporters, went to jail and led from the front. From Sarojini Naidu to Matangini Hazra, from Aruna Asaf Ali to Rani Gaidinliu, from Muthulakshmi Reddi to Hansa Mehta, and from Annie Mascarene to Vijaya Lakshmi Pandit, they showed amazing courage in breaking their shackles and facing grave challenges to liberate the country.Bringing together the inspiring life stories of more than 35 remarkable women, Her Name Was Freedom is a tribute to these brave torchbearers of India's independence movement, who left a lasting legacy.
Her Own Two Feet (Scholastic Focus): A Rwandan Girl's Brave Fight To Walk
by Meredith Davis Rebeka UwitonzeRebeka Uwitonze was born in Rwanda with curled and twisted feet, which meant she had to crawl or be carried to get around. At nine years old, she gets an offer that could change her life. A doctor in the US might be able to turn her feet. But it means leaving her own family behind and going to America on her own.Her Own Two Feet tells Rebeka's inspiring story through her eyes, with the help of one of her hosts. She travels from Rwanda to Austin, Texas, to join the Davis family, despite knowing almost no English. In the face of dozens of hospital visits and painful surgeries, Rebeka's incredible bravery and joyful spirit carry her to the opportunity of a lifetime. A stunning debut about hope, perseverance, and what becomes possible when you take a risk.
Her Piano Sang: A Story about Clara Schumann
by Barbara AllmanTells the story of the German pianist and composer who made her professional debut at age nine and who devoted her life to music and to her husband.
Her Right Foot
by Dave EggersIf you had to name a statue, any statue, odds are good you'd mention the Statue of Liberty. Have you seen her?She's in New York. She's holding a torch. And she's taking one step forward. But why?In this fascinating, fun take on nonfiction, uniquely American in its frank tone and honest look at the literal foundation of our country, Dave Eggers and Shawn Harris investigate a seemingly small trait of America's most emblematic statue. What they find is about more than history, more than art. What they find in the Statue of Liberty's right foot is the powerful message of acceptance that is essential to an entire country's creation. Can you believe that? Plus, this is the fixed format version, which looks almost identical to the print edition.