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The Swindler's Treasure (Freedom Seekers #4)
by Lois Walfrid JohnsonCaptain Norstad stood up to a swindler, but now he might lose the riverboat they all love.&“Sometimes there&’s a cost for doing the right thing,&” Captain Norstad stated. Will he and the other Freedom Seekers recover the stolen money before a double payment is due? When the Freedom Seekers learn that Micah Parker has escaped and is running for the Mississippi River, they leave the Christina and take up the search. They request the help of the Underground Railroad, but will they find Micah before the slave catchers? When God&’s law and man&’s law conflict, which will they choose to follow? From the golden age of steamboats, the rush of immigrants to new lands, and the dangers of the Underground Railroad come true-to-life stories of courage, integrity, and suspense in the Freedom Seekers series.
The Swindler's Treasure (Freedom Seekers #4)
by Lois Walfrid JohnsonCaptain Norstad stood up to a swindler, but now he might lose the riverboat they all love.&“Sometimes there&’s a cost for doing the right thing,&” Captain Norstad stated. Will he and the other Freedom Seekers recover the stolen money before a double payment is due? When the Freedom Seekers learn that Micah Parker has escaped and is running for the Mississippi River, they leave the Christina and take up the search. They request the help of the Underground Railroad, but will they find Micah before the slave catchers? When God&’s law and man&’s law conflict, which will they choose to follow? From the golden age of steamboats, the rush of immigrants to new lands, and the dangers of the Underground Railroad come true-to-life stories of courage, integrity, and suspense in the Freedom Seekers series.
Swing it, Sunny: A Graphic Novel (Sunny #2)
by Jennifer L. HolmFrom the award winning duo of Jennifer and Matthew Holm comes the sequel to the bestselling Sunny Side Up -- full of just as much heart and just as many laughs.Summer's over and it's time for Sunny Lewin to enter the strange and unfriendly hallways of . . . middle school. When her Gramps calls her from Florida to ask how she's doing, she always tells him she's fine. But the truth? Sunny is NOT having the best time.Not only is the whole middle school thing confusing . . . but life at home is confusing, too. Sunny misses her brother Dale, who's been sent to boarding school. But when Dale comes back, she STILL misses him . . . because he's changed. Luckily Sunny's got her best friend and a mysterious new neighbor on her side . . . because she is NOT going let all this confusion get her down. Instead, she's going to remain Sunny-side up!
Swing Sideways
by Nanci Turner StevesonPerfect for fans of Bridge to Terabithia and Walk Two Moons, this debut middle grade novel is the story of two girls and the unforgettable summer in which they learn about true friendship and loss. Annie has been promised a summer of freedom in the country. Freedom from a difficult school year, freedom from her fake "friends" back in the city, and, most of all, freedom from her mom's life-governing spreadsheets and rigid schedules.When Annie meets California, who is visiting her grandfather's farm, it seems she has found the perfect partner for the summer she's always craved. Especially when California offers Annie a real-life adventure: if she and Annie can find the ponies her mom rode as a girl, surely it will remind her mom how wonderful the farm is--and fix what's broken between her mom and her grandfather.But Annie's summer of freedom is sprinkled with secrets, and everything she has learned about bravery and love will be put to the test when the truth behind the ultimate secret changes her life forever.
Swinging for the Fences: Hank Aaron and Me
by Mike LeonettiAs Hank Aaron closes in on a historic home-run record, a Little Leaguer watches from the stands—and hopes to become a baseball hero himself . . . Mark, a young boy who plays Little League and idolizes Hank Aaron, is playing close attention as the slugger gets closer and closer to break Babe Ruth&’s home run record. Then Mark gets a chance to meet his hero—and learns that there&’s more to being a great baseball player than hitting the ball out of the park. This story by an experienced author of sports fiction for children features outstanding illustrations, some exciting baseball history and biography—and a winning message for young athletes. &“The paintings showing Aaron standing heroically in huge stadiums are very effective.&” —Booklist
Swinging Into History: Toni Stone: Big-League Baseball's First Woman Player
by Karen L. SwansonYoung readers will root for Toni &“Tomboy&” Stone, the first woman (and the first Black woman) to break into professional baseball—taking over Hank Aaron&’s roster spot—in this nonfiction picture book biography.Nothing could stop Toni &“Tomboy&” Stone from playing baseball—not even her parents. The only girl on a church team, she persevered as insults were hurled her way from the boy players. She caught the attention of former major leaguer Gabby Street, who gave her a chance at his summer baseball school. With Coach Street&’s training—and the cleats he gifted her—Toni managed to earn a spot in the minor leagues. Though teams were hesitant to sign a woman, she pitched the idea that fans would pay to see a woman play—and it worked! But Toni&’s persistence and optimism were not enough to win over the Jim Crow South crowds nor her male teammates. Coaches put her in the starting lineup and then benched her early, every game, no matter her results. But her talent got noticed and she was signed by the Indianapolis Clowns, becoming the first woman to break into the pros. &“Toni arrives,&” shouted newspaper headlines, and she delivered! In her first professional game she ripped a single and drove in two runs, and left the crowd chanting &“TONI! TONI! TONI!&”
Swiped (Orca Currents)
by Michele Martin BossleyWould-be detectives Trevor, Nick and Robyn are hot on the trail of a sandwich thief when they learn that more than food has been going missing at school. A valuable hockey book has been stolen from the library, and the kids worry that the librarian might lose her job if it isn't found. Who would steal a hockey book? Could it be Robyn's arch-nemesis and hockey enthusiast Clay? Or could it be Ms. Thorson, the Oiler fan teacher? The kids are determined to solve these mysteries even though their sleuthing efforts land them into trouble at every turn. This short novel is a high-interest, low-reading level book for middle-grade readers who are building reading skills, want a quick read or say they don’t like to read! The epub edition of this title is fully accessible.
A Swirl of Ocean
by Melissa SarnoA touching, timeless novel--perfect for fans of Lisa Graff and Lauren Wolk--about a girl who discovers that the ocean is holding secrets she never could have imagined. <P><P>Twelve-year-old Summer loves the ocean. The smell, the immensity, the feeling she gets when she dives beneath the surface. She has lived in Barnes Bluff Bay since she was two years old, when Lindy found her on the beach. It's been the two of them ever since. <P><P>But now, ten years later, Summer feels uncertainty about her place with Lindy and starts to wonder about where she came from. One night, Summer goes for a swim and gets caught in a riptide, swallowing mouthfuls of seawater. <P><P>And that night, she dreams of a girl. A girl her age living in the same town, but not in the same time. Summer's not persuaded that this girl is real, but something about her feels familiar. <P><P>Summer dreams again and again about this girl, Tink, and becomes convinced that she is connected to her past. As she sees Tink struggle with her sister growing away from her and her friends starting to pair off, Summer must come to terms with her own evolving home life and discover how the bonds that make us family can help heal the wounds of the past. <P><P>From Melissa Sarno, the author of Just Under the Clouds, comes a new story of discovery, family, and finding where you belong.
Swish: Elle Of The Ball; Full-court Press; Out Of Bounds; Digging Deep; Swish (Hoops #5)
by Elena Delle DonneFrom WNBA MVP, Olympic gold medalist, and global ambassador to the Special Olympics Elena Delle Donne comes the fifth novel in a middle grade series with as much heart as there is game.Elle has been having a lot of fun on the volleyball team, a mentality she has decided to take with her to basketball once she rejoins the team. But even though Elle has decided she wants to return…will her teammates and coach welcome her back with open arms? It may take more than a swish to make this a winning decision!
The Swiss Family Robinson
by J. D. WyssSwept off course by a raging storm, a Swiss pastor, his wife, and their four young sons are shipwrecked on an uncharted tropical island. Thus begins the classic story of survival and adventure that has fired the imaginations of readers since it first appeared in 1812. With optimism and boundless enthusiasm, the Robinson family undertakes the extraordinary task of constructing a home for themselves and exploring the primitive island filled with strange and beautiful creatures and exotic fruits and plants. Rich in action and suspense, this exhilarating novel takes us to a faraway place of danger and beauty, where the courageous Robinson family embarks on a thrilling new life of adventure and discovery. .
The Swiss Family Robinson: Or, Adventures Of A Father And Mother And Four Sons In A Desert Island ... To Which Are Added, Notes Of Reference
by Johann David WyssShipwrecked after a great storm, a Swiss family makes their home on a deserted island.With supplies and livestock salvaged from their wrecked ship, the family creates an idyllic settlement and builds a rewarding life while they await rescue.Be it mystery, romance, drama, comedy, politics, or history, great literature stands the test of time. ClassicJoe proudly brings literary classics to today's digital readers, connecting those who love to read with authors whose work continues to get people talking. Look for other fiction and non-fiction classics from ClassicJoe.
The Swiss Family Robinson: Or, Adventures Of A Father And Mother And Four Sons In A Desert Island ... To Which Are Added, Notes Of Reference
by Johann David WyssThe beloved adventure story of a family marooned on a deserted island and making a new home in the jungle wilderness Off the coast of New Guinea a storm rages for seven days, violently tossing the passenger vessel holding a family of six about the sea. Left behind by the crew and other passengers of their wrecked ship, the family has no choice but to go it alone. They fill tubs with tools and provisions they may need to survive, and set off for a nearby island--devoid of people but teeming with lush natural life. Once on the island, they build themselves a home, complete with livestock, a small farm, and a sturdy tree house for shelter. In no time, the four boys and their steadfast parents learn to thrive on the jungle island, learning just how much can be accomplished through hard work, cooperation, curiosity, and perseverance. First published in 1812, The Swiss Family Robinson is a rip-roaring adventure tale and an engrossing novel about self-sufficiency, responsibility, and the uses and wonders of the natural world. This ebook has been professionally proofread to ensure accuracy and readability on all devices.
The Swiss Family Robinson (Union Square Kids Unabridged Classics)
by Johann David WyssShipwrecked passengers on a deserted island: how will they survive? After their ship founders at sea, the Robinsons—father, mother, and four sons—find themselves stranded in an uninhabited, idyllic land. Young readers will enjoy watching them handle every crisis with cleverness and skill.
The Swiss Family Robinson
by Johann David Wyss Suzanne Fisher StaplesOriginally written to entertain his four young sons, Johann David Wyss based The Swiss Family Robinson on Daniel Defoe's classic shipwreck story, Robinson Crusoe (1719). Upon its initial publication in 1812, The Swiss Family Robinson was received with great enthusiasm not only as a first-rate adventure story, but also as a practical guide to self-sufficiency.
The Swiss Family Robinson
by Johann David Wyss Chris TaitThis Classic Starts book is an abridged version of the story that relates the fortunes of a shipwrecked family as they imaginatively adapt to life on an island with abundant animal and plant life.
The Swiss Family Robinson
by Johann R. Wyss William H. G. KingstonThe enchanting story of a shipwrecked family--a minister, his wife, and four sons, Fritz, Ernest Francis, and Jack--who are cast up on a desert island, build a wonderful house in a tree, and survive so cleverly and happily apart from the world that they never want to be rescued.
The Swiss Family Robinson
by Johann Wyss John SeelyeThis is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide. We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book.
Swiss Family Robinson (Adapted Version)
by Johann WyssWhen a violent storm at sea destroys their ship, the parents and four young sons of the Robinson family make thier way to a deserted island. Far from civilization in the endless South Pacific, the family must learn to do everything -- from finding food to building shelter to protecting themselves from the unknown dangers that constantly beset them. Mostly they learn about loving their new wilderness home and the strength and closeness they find in each other. Adapted by Eliza Gatewood Warren.
Swiss Family Robinson (Simplified)
by Johann WyssWhen the Swiss family find themselves stranded on a desert island after a shipwreck, they learn to use the island's natural resources to make a comfortable home. Many character values, including creativity, resourcefulness, and faith in God, are woven throughout the book.
Switch
by Ingrid LawIngrid Law delivers another heartwarming story about the magic of friendship and the power of family in this companion to her Newbery Honor winning Savvy Gypsy Beaumont has always been a whirly-twirly free spirit, so as her thirteenth birthday approaches, she hopes to get a magical ability that will let her fly, or dance up to the stars. Instead, she wakes up on her birthday with blurry vision . . . and starts seeing flashes of the future and past. But when Momma and Poppa announce that her very un-magical, downright mean Grandma Pat has Alzheimer's and is going to move in with them, Gypsy's savvy--along with her family's--suddenly becomes its opposite. Now it's savvy mayhem as Gypsy starts freezing time, and no one could have predicted what would happen on their trip to bring Grandma Pat home . . . not even Gypsy. With her trademark style and whimsical, beautiful language, Ingrid Law has written another wonderfully moving companion to her Newbery Honor winning Savvy.
The Switch
by Roland SmithA thrilling dystopic story from Roland Smith about how far people will go to survive -- perfect for fans of Dry and Distress Signal.On the morning of Henry Ludd's thirteenth birthday, the power goes out. No phones, no news, and planes are literally falling out of the sky. Henry's father was away from the family farm and he has not returned. It's worrisome as people descend into lawlessness.Four months later, the electricity still hasn't come back. While Henry's family is protected in their walled compound with wind turbines fueling their electricity, the rest of their area has suffered. Henry's father still hasn’t been found. Determined to find him, Henry ventures out with a trading crew to the zoo where his dad was last seen. After the truck is hijacked and Henry is left behind, he's forced to travel alone through the unruly world of the Switch. But his journey home will lead him to cross paths with the people who took his dad and have been trying to take over his family's land and resources ever since.
Switch-Hitter (Jeter Publishing)
by Derek JeterIn the ninth book in the New York Times bestselling middle grade series inspired by the life of iconic New York Yankee Derek Jeter, Derek must learn how to be a team player from the dugout and the importance of taking care of his body.Seventh grade is off to a rocky start for Derek Jeter. But he&’s soon distracted by all that&’s going on in his own life…which includes basketball and baseball team responsibilities. He&’s talked about it with his parents, and he&’s certain he can play both sports while also doing well in school. Quickly, though, the two sports begin to take their toll, and Derek finds himself on the bench with an injury. How can Derek show his commitment to his teammates, his coaches, and the sports he loves when he can&’t actively participate? Inspired by Derek Jeter&’s childhood, Switch-Hitter is the ninth book in Jeter Publishing&’s New York Times bestselling middle-grade baseball series that focuses on key life lessons from Derek Jeter&’s Turn 2 Foundation.
Switched
by Bruce HaleFrom the Edgar-nominated author Bruce Hale comes a hilarious story of a boy and a dog...who become a dog and a boyWho's a good boy?Twelve-year-old Parker Pitts hates a mess. Ever since his grandmother died, he's much more comfortable when things are organized: He scrubs the kitchen counters at home, avoids the school bully at all costs, and never even speaks to Gabriella Cortez, the most interesting girl in the sixth grade. No muss, no fuss, no complicated feelings to worry about.But now Parker's older sister is traveling abroad for the semester, leaving behind her obnoxious and extremely disorderly goldendoodle, Boof, for Parker to manage. Man's best friend? More like boy's worst nightmare!When an intense round of tug-of-war leaves both dog and boy with bumped heads, Parker and Boof wake up to the biggest disaster yet: they've switched bodies! Suddenly Boof has to find his way through a school day and Parker has to...eat dog food?!It's a mess of truly epic proportions. Can Parker and Boof clean it up -- together?
Switched at Birthday (Scholastic Press Novels)
by Natalie StandifordWhat if your birthday wish turned you into someone else?Lavender and Scarlet are nothing alike. Scarlet is tall, pretty, and popular -- the star of the soccer team and the queen of the school. Lavender is . . . well, none of these things. Her friends aren't considered cool, her hair is considered less than uncool, and her performance at the recent talent show is something nobody will ever forget -- even though she really, really wants it to be forgotten. There's only one thing Lavender and Scarlet know for sure they have in common: the same birthday.They've never had parties together. They've never swapped presents. But this year, because of two wishes that turned all too true, they are about to swap something much bigger than presents. Because the morning after their birthdays, Lavender is going to wake up in Scarlet's body . . . and Scarlet is going to wake up in Lavender's. But in order to change back, they're going to have to figure out how to be someone completely opposite of who they ordinarily are . . .
Switched Up! (DC Super Hero Girls)
by Tess Sharpe Gabriella MattaWonder Woman(TM), Supergirl(TM), and the DC Super Hero Girls(TM) star in an all-new action-packed chapter book series!A mix-up in the school science lab causes outgoing Kara (Supergirl) to swap personalities and powers with super-shy Karen (Bumblebee), and things start going topsy-turvy in no time. Now Wonder Woman and the other DC Super Hero Girls are going to have to help them switch back before the super-villains find out and cause even more trouble. Along the way, the super heroes learn to see things from other people's points of view. This illustrated DC Super Hero Girls chapter book series is packed with humor, action, and six-to-nine-year-olds' favorite super heroes!