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24 Christmas Stories: Faith and Traditions from Around the World
by Judith BouillocA panorama of Christmas traditions around the world, from France to Iran, Egypt to Mexico Christmas traditions differ from culture to culture, location to location, and family to family. In 24 Christmas Stories: Faith and Traditions from Around the World, award-winning author Judith Bouilloc explores present-day Christmas traditions, as well as the holiday's history in many regions, brought to life by various artists. In Germany, Anna opens the first window of her advent calendar and wonders if Christmas will be here soon. In Lorraine, France, Rita can't wait for Saint Nicholas Day (he'll bring little presents for the good girls and boys, and potatoes for the naughty ones). In Iran, Melchior trudges through the fog and is joined on his travels by two other men who are following the brightest star in the sky, guiding them to an unknown but special destination. In Italy, St. Francis plans the very first living Nativity, determined to share with his local friends the story of Jesus in the manger. His Nativity scene goes on to inspire generations to come. In Japan, Shusaku makes paper cranes in preparation of Christmas and in honor of Sadako. In the United States, Trinity revises her mother's to-do list to put the highest priority items at the top as they get ready to welcome friends and family. Whether you choose to read one story a night leading up to Christmas, or multiple in one sitting, you're sure to learn something new about Christmas and the many different ways it's celebrated around the world every December.
24 Girls in 7 Days
by Alex BradleyWhen Jack Grammar was little, his sisters used to dress up and pretend he was their prom date. Now it is two weeks until his senior prom, something he's looked forward to since those days of pretend, and he is dateless. But Natalie and Percy, his two best friends, have a solution. Unbeknownst to Jack, they post an ad in the school's online newspaper and the challenge is on. Who will be Jack Grammar's prom date? Amid much angst, hilarity, and plot twists, Jack dates and discards girl after girl until the fateful day when he must choose. Bradley captures the trials of many nice-guy teenage boys, who are insecure in today's high-school culture of dating and in need of an infusion of self-confidence. Jack and his friends are fully developed characters, full of promise and senioritis. Although the girls who court Jack border on stereotypes, the descriptive details are dead on. A satisfying dose of humor and reality in a "boy romance" that many readers may enjoy but are too embarrassed to request.
24 Hours In Nowhere
by Dusti BowlingWhen you come from Nowhere, can you ever really make it anywhere? Author Dusti Bowling (Insignificant Events in the Life of a Cactus) returns to the desert to create a gripping story about friendship, hope, and finding the power we all have within ourselves. <P><P> Welcome to Nowhere, Arizona, the least livable town in the United States. For Gus, a bright 13-year-old with dreams of getting out and going to college, life there is made even worse by Bo Taylor, Nowhere's biggest, baddest bully. When Bo tries to force Gus to eat a dangerously spiny cactus, Rossi Scott, one of the best racers in Nowhere, comes to his rescue--but in return she has to give Bo her prized dirt bike. <P><P>Determined to buy it back, Gus agrees to go searching for gold in Dead Frenchman Mine, joined by his old friends Jessie Navarro and Matthew Dufort, and Rossi herself. As they hunt for treasure, narrowly surviving everything from cave-ins to mountain lions, they bond over shared stories of how hard life in Nowhere is--and they realize this adventure just may be their way out.
24 Hours in Nowhere
by Dusti Bowling&“Reminiscent of Louis Sachar&’s Holes with its quirky characters and unique desert setting, this is a middle-grade read that will easily transport readers somewhere special.&” —School Library Journal (Starred review)When you come from Nowhere, can you ever really make it anywhere? Author Dusti Bowling (Insignificant Events in the Life of a Cactus) returns to the desert to create a gripping story about friendship, hope, and finding the power we all have within ourselves. Welcome to Nowhere, Arizona, the least livable town in the United States. For Gus, a bright 13-year-old with dreams of getting out and going to college, life there is made even worse by Bo Taylor, Nowhere&’s biggest, baddest bully. When Bo tries to force Gus to eat a dangerously spiny cactus, Rossi Scott, one of the best racers in Nowhere, comes to his rescue—but in return she has to give Bo her prized dirt bike. Determined to buy it back, Gus agrees to go searching for gold in Dead Frenchman Mine, joined by his old friends Jessie Navarro and Matthew Dufort, and Rossi herself. As they hunt for treasure, narrowly surviving everything from cave-ins to mountain lions, they bond over shared stories of how hard life in Nowhere is—and they realize this adventure just may be their way out.
The $25,000 Flight
by Wesley Lowe Lori Haskins HouranThe most exciting adventures are the ones that really happened! This brand-new Totally True Adventures book follow America's first superstar pilot, Charles Lindbergh. In the 1920s, flying was brand new--and very dangerous. A $25,000 prize for the first flight from New York to Paris went unclaimed for years. Many teams tried. And many teams failed. Still, Charles Lindbergh felt he had a shot at the prize. He wasn't famous. He wasn't rich. But he was determined. He'd cross the ocean in a tiny plane . . . and he'd do it all by himself! After you've read the story, don't miss the bonus content with extra facts, a timeline, and more 20th century history, geography, and science-tie-ins!From the Trade Paperback edition.
25 cuentos mágicos para leer en 5 minutos
by Rafael Ordóñez Marta Munté¿Quieres compartir un cuento conmigo? Estos 25 cuentos mágicos duran 5 minutos, que es lo que tú tardas en quedarte dormido. Érase una vez... Cuentos mágicos, divertidos, fantásticos, emocionantes, sorprendentes y únicos. Relatos de princesas y leones; cerditos y ratones; hadas, duendes, brujas y ranas; gigantes pequeñitos y gatos elegantes... ¿Por cuál quieres que empecemos?
25 cuentos para leer en 5 minutos
by Esther Burgueño Martín Roca¿Quieres compartir un cuento conmigo? Estos 25 cuentos duran 5 minutos, que es lo que tú tardas en quedarte dormido. Érase una vez... Cuentos mágicos, divertidos, fantásticos, emocionantes, sorprendentes y únicos. Relatos de princesas y leones; cerditos y ratones; hadas, duendes, brujas y ogros; huevos saltarines y gnomos respondones... ¿Por cuál quieres que empecemos?
25 cuentos traviesos para leer en 5 minutos
by Amaia Cia Abascal Núria Aparicio25 cuentos breves para leer a los niños antes de ir a dormir Érase una vez un príncipe normal con un deseo muy raro; érase una vez una princesa comilona, y una vaca rechoncha, y un emperador con un traje viejo, y un patito feo de verdad, y una bruja buena, y un elefante, y un ogro... Sus aventuras duran cinco minutos, que es lo mismo que tú tardas en irte a dormir. ¿Por cuál quieres que empecemos?
25 juegos de lógica que te romperán la cabeza
by Miquel Capó25 juegos de lógica que estimularán las capacidades intelectuales de niños y niñas de forma lúdica y divertida. ¿Eres un genio de la lógica? ¿Te consideras un as de los números? ¿O quizá lo tuyo es la geometría? Pues aquí tienes un pequeño entrenamiento con paradojas, enigmas, problemas matemáticos, juegos de lógica y acertijos ideales para mantener tu cerebro sano y entrenado. ¿Estás preparado para romperte la cabeza? Ambientado en el cole, este nuevo libro de enigmas está protagonizado por tres amigos, cada uno aficionado a un tipo de enigma distinto, que irán presentando los problemas de un modo directo y personal. Un libro apto para niños y niñas a partir de 9 años y para toda la familia, que plantea el brain training como entretenimiento.
The 25¢ Miracle
by Theresa NelsonWinner of the Washington Irving Children's Choice AwardA School Library Journal Best Book of the YearA Selection of the Junior Library GuildStar light, star bright...Elvira wishes for a mother and finds instead the father she scarcely knew she had."Friendless and dreamy 11-year-old Elvira Trumbull lives with her unemployed, heavy-drinking father...and idolizes the town's children's librarian, Miss Ivy, who shares her interest in growing roses and provides her with the female affection she has missed since her mother died....Elvira is a splendidly realized character and a tough survivor....Miss Ivy is the wise person we all wish we could be....The complexities of Trumbull's character...add depth to the story....Readers will appreciate the changes they see in him and rejoice in the positive note on which the novel ends."--Starred review, School Library Journal"This compassionate first novel is skillfully related and its characters are perceptively drawn....'They ain't no guarantees worth piddly squat,' Hank warns Elvira, but in her sweetly comic, determined way, Elvira sets out to improve the odds....A noteworthy debut."--Publishers Weekly
The 25¢ Miracle
by Theresa NelsonWinner of the Washington Irving Children’s Choice Award A School Library Journal Best Book of the Year A Selection of the Junior Library Guild Star light, star bright . . . Elvira wishes for a mother and finds instead the father she scarcely knew she had.
25 mujeres que dieron batalla (Mujeres valientes)
by Jill ShermanDiscover 25 women who challenged the status quo and fought for what they believed in. From all corners of the world, these women show us that barriers are meant to be broken and obstacles can be overcome. Learn about some of the fierce women who persevered in the face of adversity to fight for what they thought was right. Fully translated Spanish text.
25 mujeres que fueron las primeras en pensar en algo (Mujeres valientes)
by Jill ShermanDiscover 25 women who were trailblazers in science, technology, architecture, engineering, and more. Learn about some of the women who defied expectations and introduced the world to new ideas and creations big and small. Fully translated Spanish text.
25 mujeres que gobernaron (Mujeres valientes)
by Rebecca StanboroughDiscover 25 women who shattered the glass ceiling, each in their own way. In politics, government, the business world, and more, these women show us that ambition, perseverance, and hard work go a long way. Fully translated Spanish text.
25 mujeres que se atrevieron (Mujeres valientes)
by Allison LassieurFrom the fearless to the feared, discover 25 women who dared. Dared to conquer their dreams, win wars, discover sights unseen, and more. Readers will learn about bold women who were determined to achieve something great in the face of adversity. Fully translated Spanish text.
25 Roses (mix)
by Stephanie FarisMia moves from the shadows to the spotlight when her matchmaking plans go awry in this contemporary M!X novel from the author of 30 Days of No Gossip.Mia is used to feeling overlooked: her perfect older sister gets all the attention at home, and the popular clique at school are basically experts at ignoring her. So when it’s time for the annual Student Council chocolate rose sale, Mia is prepared to feel even worse. Because even though anyone can buy and send roses to their crushes and friends, the same (popular) people always end up with roses while everyone else gets left out. Except a twist of fate puts Mia in charge of selling the roses this year—and that means things are going to change. With a little creativity, Mia makes sure the kids who usually leave empty-handed suddenly find themselves the object of someone’s affection. But her scheme starts to unravel when she realizes that being a secret matchmaker isn’t easy—and neither is being in the spotlight.
25 Women Who Dared to Compete (Daring Women)
by Rebecca StanboroughDiscover 25 women who challenged the stereotypes of what it means to play like a girl. These women worked to even the playing field and steppped up to score points for women all around the world.
25 Women Who Dared to Create (Daring Women)
by Rebecca StanboroughDiscover 25 women who designed their own futures. From dancers to musicians to artists, these women drew from their imaginations and dreamed of the impossible.
25 Women Who Dared to Go (Daring Women)
by Allison LassieurFrom the fearless to the feared, discover 25 women who dared. Dared to conquer their dreams, win wars, discover sights unseen, and more. Readers will learn about bold women who were determined to achieve something great in the face of adversity.
25 Women Who Defied Limitations (Daring Women)
by Emma Bernay Emma Carlson BerneDiscover 25 women whose disabilities did not stand in the way of their great achievements. Each woman profiled in this collection faced the challenge of a disability while pursuing excellence in her field, including the arts, sciences, sports, and politics.
25 Women Who Fought Back (Daring Women)
by Jill ShermanDiscover 25 women who challenged the status quo and fought for what they believed in. From all corners of the world, these women show us that barriers are meant to be broken and obstacles can be overcome. Learn about some of the fierce women who persevered in the face of adversity to fight for what they thought was right.
25 Women Who Protected Their Country (Daring Women)
by Emma Bernay Emma Carlson BerneDiscover 25 women who served in the military and accomplished great feats of strength and bravery. Whether through medicine, espionage, journalism, or combat, these 25 women show what it takes to be a hero.
25 Women Who Ruled (Daring Women)
by Rebecca StanboroughDiscover 25 women who shattered the glass ceiling, each in their own way. In politics, government, the business world, and more, these women show us that ambition, perseverance, and hard work go a long way.
25 Women Who Thought of it First (Daring Women)
by Jill ShermanDiscover 25 women who were trailblazers in science, technology, architecture, engineering, and more. Learn about some of the women who defied expectations and introduced the world to new ideas and creations big and small.
26 Fairmount Avenue
by Tomie DepaolaTomie's family starts building their new house at 26 Fairmount Avenue in 1938, just as a hurricane hits town, starting off a busy, crazy year. Tomie has many adventures all his own, including eating chocolate with his Nana Upstairs, only to find out -- the hard way -- that they have eaten chocolate laxative. He tries to skip kindergarten when he finds out he won't learn to read until first grade. "I'll be back next year", he says. When Tomie goes to see Snow White, he creates another sensation. Tomie dePaola's childhood memories are hilarious, and his charming illustrations are sure to please.<P><P> Newbery Medal Honor book