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The Journey Toward Recovery: Youth with Brain Injury (Youth with Special Needs)
by Joan EsherickJerome pedaled down the mountain, his friends Tommy and Eric racing to catch up. The wide, flat path was made for smooth riding, but Jerome's mind wasn't on the trail. A sudden rustling in the brush ahead startled him out of his daydreaming. A dog darted out of the shrubs, then stopped dead in the trail. The next several seconds seemed to pass in slow motion. Jerome squeezed hard on the hand brakes, but it was too late. His front wheel collided with the animal; the dog yelped; and Jerome somersaulted over his handlebars. Tommy said later he would never forget how his friend flew through the air and collided head-on with the sycamore tree. Eric said he'd never forget the sickening thud the impact made. But what his friends would never forget, Jerome would never remember. In a brilliant white flash, Jerome's life as he knew it was gone. What do bikes, cars, scooters, sports, tumors, strokes, guns, and the shaking of babies all have in common? They all can cause brain injuries. Every twenty-one seconds, one person in the United States sustains a traumatic brain injury. In The Journey Toward Recovery: Youth with Brain Injury you will read about Jerome, one teen who finds his life changed forever in a split-second accident. Along the way, you will also learn about other forms of brain injury; how these injuries affect people's lives; and how schools, doctors, and lawmakers are helping youth with this form of special need.
The Journey of Elisa
by Nancy Parker BrummettHow will Elisa's family go on without her beloved father?As Swiss Consul to Brazil, Edouard Bolli and his family live a life of ease. But when he becomes ill and fears he will not recover, he moves his family from Brazil to Tennessee to be near relatives. The family cannot return to their homeland, Switzerland, because religious persecution is great there. Besides, Switzerland is just as foreign to the Bolli children as America, for they have lived most of their lives in Brazil. In their first year in Tennessee, though, Elisa's family suffers several tragedies and hardships that test their faith in God. How will Elisa's older brother manage the farm after their father dies? Finding her mother's wedding veil would bring her mother hope in her grief. Why can't Elisa find it? And when a neighbor does an ill deed to the family, will Elisa be able to forgive him?In The Journey of Elisa, Elisa Bolli learns that even when we suffer great loss, our faith and God's love comfort us and give us hope for the future.
The Journey of Little Charlie
by Christopher Paul CurtisThe Newberry Medalist brings humor and heart to this story of a Civil War–era boy struggling to do right in the face of history’s cruelest evils.Twelve-year-old Charlie is down on his luck: His sharecropper father just died, and Cap’n Buck—the most fearsome man in Possum Moan, South Carolina—has come to collect a debt. Fearing for his life, Charlie strikes a deal with Cap’n Buck and agrees to track down some folks accused of stealing from the cap’n and his boss. It’s not too bad of a bargain for Charlie . . . until he comes face-to-face with the fugitives and discovers their true identities. Torn between his guilty conscience and his survival instinct, Charlie needs to figure out his next move—and soon. It’s only a matter of time before Cap’n Buck catches on.Praise for The Journey of Little CharlieA National Book Award Finalist“This is a compelling and ugly story for middle-grade readers told with genuine care. Little Charlie is a product of his Southern upbringing, yet in Curtis’s skillful hands he learns the world is not as he’d thought . . . Christopher Paul Curtis does it again.” —Historical Novel Society“A characteristically lively and complex addition to the historical fiction of the era from Curtis.” —Kirkus Reviews
The Journey of Oliver K. Woodman
by Darcy PattisonHaveyouseen Oliver K. Woodman? You'd know if you had--he's made of wood. And he's on a spectacular cross-country journey. Folks of all sorts guide Oliver along the way and report back in letters and postcards to his friend Uncle Ray. After all, there's a lot of road--and adventure!--between South Carolina and California. Oliver's been spotted truckin' in Texas, riding in a Utah parade, and scaring off bears in the California redwoods. Where will he show up next? Read the letters. Follow the map. And buckle up for a road trip you'll never forget!
The Journey of York: The Unsung Hero Of The Lewis And Clark Expedition (Encounter: Narrative Nonfiction Picture Books Series)
by Hasan Davis Alleanna HarrisThomas Jefferson's Corps of Discovery included Captains Lewis and Clark and a crew of 28 men to chart a route from St. Louis to the Pacific Ocean. All the crew but one volunteered for the mission. York, the enslaved man taken on the journey, did not choose to go. Slaves did not have choices. York's contributions to the expedition, however, were invaluable. The captains came to rely on York's judgement, determination, and peacemaking role with the American Indian nations they encountered. But as York's independence and status rose on the journey, the question remained what status he would carry once the expedition was over. This is his story.
The Journey of a Butterfly (Lifecycles)
by Carolyn ScraceDescribes the life cycle and annual migration of the monarch butterfly.
The Journey of an Eel
by Galadriel WatsonThe freshwater eel is a fish that makes two remarkable journeys, one at the beginning of its life, and another at the end. It is born in the ocean, lives its adult life in a freshwater stream, then returns to the ocean.
The Journey of the Marmabill
by Daniel Errico Tiffany TurrillWhen a buldabeast steals a marmabill's home, she is forced to venture out to find a new nest. On her journey, the marmabill meets gentle wugs and a helpful tankadiggy, but she also encounters less friendly creatures, like nasty key-keys and cranky fluthers. Follow her through the forest, from the wugs' warm kitchen to the fluthers' dangerous glowing cave. Will the earnest marmabill ever find a place to call home, or will she stumble upon something even more special than a simple nest?Tiffany Turrill's brilliant, vivid illustrations bring magic to Daniel Errico's charming tale of a diligent marmabill searching for a place to call her own. Both kids and adults with love Errico's silly nonsense rhymes--a great book for parents and children to read together! Join the marmabill's adventure through the rainy forest and meet all sorts of wacky creatures along the way!
The Journey of the Noble Gnarble
by Daniel Errico Tiffany TurrillThe gnarble wants nothing more than to swim up above the waters to see the blue sky, but gnarbles don't have flappers like blyfish do, and gnarbles don't even have koggers like the swimming gungaloo! But though gnarbles never swim so high, this particular gnarble is determined to see the sunlit sky. He swims past spongy gishy-gosh and feeding fipple-fosh, but who would think the little gnarble could pass the hungry warckel, subbaubble, and--most dangerous of all--the evil plink?!Daniel Errico's charming nonsense rhymes and Tiffany Turrill's vivid, expressive iillustrations combine beautifully in this entertaining story of a little fish on a big mission. Kids will giggle aloud at crazy creatures with names like gishy-gosh and glimmy glins; parents will love snuggling up with their children to read about the little gnarble's escapades in this wacky world of silly sea creatures. Join the little gnarble on his unforgettable journey from the ocean floor to the shining sun!
The Journey to Dragon Island (The Accidental Pirates)
by Claire FayersIn this sequel to The Voyage to Magical North, Brine, Peter, Cassie and crew return for another swashbuckling adventure on the high seas.Reaching the edge of the world can't stop the crew of the Onion! It's westward ho in search of dragons, no matter the obstacles. And there are obstacles. Flesh-eating vines, violent locals, and mischievous magi—not to mention Marfak West's ghost—meet the pirates when they land on the Western Island, where a volcano threatens to end them all. Together, Brine and Peter might just be able to save the crew, the island, and themselves. Or they might all go up in flames. It really could go either way.
The Journey: Japanese Americans, Racism, and Renewal
by Sheila HamanakaText and photographed details of a mural depict the history of the Japanese people in America.
The Journey: The Journey (Guardians of Ga'Hoole #2)
by Kathryn LaskyThe second book in the GUARDIANS OF GA'HOOLE series continues this classic hero mythology about the battle between good and evil. This book chronicles Soren's quest for nobility.In the second book in the GUARDIANS OF GA'HOOLE series, Soren, Gylfie, Twilight, and Digger travel to the Great Ga'Hoole Tree, a mythical place where an order of owls rises each night to perform noble deeds. Soren and his group are seeking help to fight the evil they discovered in the owl world (in GUARDIANS #1). After a harrowing journey, they arrive at the Great Ga'Hoole Tree and learn they will need to stay to receive training from the Ga'Hoolian elders. During his time at the Great Ga'Hoole Tree, Soren finds (and then loses) a great mentor and he is reunited with his beloved sister.
The Journey: The Separation; The Illusion; The Prophecy; The Proposal; The Mutation; The Weakness; The Arrival; The Hidden; The Other; The Familiar; The Journey (Animorphs #42)
by K. A. ApplegateSometimes your worst problems are the ones you can't actually see. Like the Helmacrons. These less-than-an-inch-high aliens are back, and they want the morphing cube more than ever. Obviously Rachel and the other Animorphs can't let them take the cube. But when Rachel tries to stop the Helmacrons from stealing it, Marco gets in the way and ends up with tiny aliens, well, up his nose.Rachel and the others can't let the Helmacrons stay inside Marco's head. They're armed, and could cause serious damage. So the Animorphs come up with a plan to evict the Helamcrons from their new residence. But it involves a shrinking ray and the obvious: Marco's nose...
The Journeyman
by Elizabeth YatesThis book, set in New Hampshire, is about the adventure of a young boy who travels far from home with a journeyman painter named Mr. Toppan.
The Joy Journal
by Barbara JohnsonCreated by best-selling humorist Barbara Johnson, this is the place to put your own thoughts of hope, gladness, and love--with Barbara's zany bits of joy, laughter and survival tips to inspire you along the way.
The Joy in You
by Cat DeeleyEncourage kids to live out loud and be their truest selves with this picture book from host of So You Think You Can Dance and mom Cat Deeley. Dream big, as big as the night sky full of stars. When you discover the things you love, you&’ll find true joy. Journey through a magical world, filled with a colorful cast of animals, where readers have endless opportunities to be themselves and find freedom in expression. They will delight in the silly humor and undeniable spirit of this rhythmic picture book—and take to heart the message that they are enough exactly as they are! Cat Deeley&’s debut is the perfect gift for baby showers, birthday parties, and moving-up ceremonies. Its cozy illustrations also make it an ideal bedtime book that you can read to your little one.
The Joy of Making Music (Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Vocabulary Readers #Leveled Reader: Level: 4, Theme: 4.4)
by Nomi J. WaldmanA brief biography of the violinist Itzhak Perlman.
The Joy of Spooking: Fiendish Deeds
by P. J BracegirdleEleven-year-old Joy Wells is a literary horror fan and proud resident of Spooking, the run-down, eerie town at the top of the hill. At the bottom of the hill is Darlington, a plastic suburban 'paradise' where Joy and her brother go to school. When the mayor of Darlington announces that a water park is soon to be constructed over the Spooking Bog, Joy knows she must act quickly if she's going to save her ancient, beloved town from becoming just as cute and icky as Darlington. But the Spooking Bog holds many mysteries. . . Could the legend of the Bog Fiend be true? Who is the bizarre woman that lives there in the house on stilts? And what will become of it all when the bulldozers come rolling up the hill from Darlington? Joy is on a mission to find out, but someone wants to stop her, and they'll do whatever it takes. . .
The Joy of Spooking: Unearthly Asylum
by P. J BracegirdleJoy Wells is fascinated by the strange noises coming from the abandoned Spooking Asylum. She knows all about the famous legends that surround the place, and is certain that she is hearing the guns of long-dead soldiers. But what if something more contemporary is going on? Could it be that the old asylum is not abandoned after all? When Joy's pet frog, Fizz, gets away, Joy travels through the town's old sewers looking for him, only to emerge above ground inside the locked gates of the asylum. And there she uncovers a trail of greed and madness guaranteed to thrill her horror-loving heart! Why don't you join her for a little not-so-harmless mayhem - if you dare!
The Joys of Being a Little Black Boy
by Chris Turner Valerie ReynoldsThe Joys of Being a Little Black Boy is a vividly illustrated children's book that brings to life Roy, a joyful Black boy. Roy takes young readers on a upbeat journey through history to meet some of the world's most notable Black men— heroes who were each, at one time, a young Black boy. Teaching young children not only about these great men and moments in history but also pride and self-respect, The Joys of Being a Little Black Boy brings necessary representation to children's bookshelves in a colorful and charming way.
The Judge: An Untrue Tale
by Harve ZemachA horrible thing is coming this way Creeping closer day by day-- Its eyes are scary, Its tail is hairy... I tell you, Judge, we all better pray! Anxious prisoner after anxious prisoner echoes and embellishes this cry, but always in vain. The fiery old Judge, impatient with such foolish nonsense, calls them scoundrels, ninnyhammers, and throws them all in jail. But in the end, Justice is done--and the Judge is gone. Head first! Harve Zemach's cumulative verse tale is so infectious that children won't be able to avoid memorizing it. And Margot Zemach's hilarious pictures are brimming with vitality as well as color.
The Juggle Book (Far Out Classic Stories)
by Stephanie True PetersWith winter coming, orphaned bear cub Glee is looking for a place to nap. He finally finds a cozy corner in an empty railroad car. Glee is rudely awakened and discovers that he has taken a ride on a traveling circus train! The performers who find him adore him and try to find an act for him. That is the only way the ringleader will let him stay. Will Glee be able to find his talent in time, or will he end up back out in the cold?
The Juggler
by John MorressyBeran found himself juggling cubes and rings, daggers and spinning halls of colored flame, sacks of coins, crowns and scepters, rubies and diamonds and skulls, and other things not easily described. And then, at last, only four shining black balls. Beran will never be able to leave his peasant village; surely he will forever till fields and serve his master, much like his parents before him. But he can still dream of being a juggler. When a mysterious old man offers Beran the one thing he wants most, asking only a "trifle" in return, Beran must make the most important decision of his life: should he sell his soul to the Devil to become the world's greatest juggler? Master storyteller John Morressy has crafted a mesmerizing tale about lies and the Father of Lies, about relentless ambition and the power of the human heart. Set in a nameless but accurate medieval landscape, The Juggler vividly describes life in the age of faith. Beran's travels take him to bawdy inns and crowded marketplaces, lavish weddings and royal courts. Then, in his most difficult journey of all, Beran undertakes a pilgrimage to the Holy Land, where he must fight for his soul, with no promise of salvation. Tracing one man's quest for true meaning, and the price he must pay to achieve it, this gripping Faustian novel challenges all readers to question the nature of guilt, the power of belief, and the strength of the human soul.
The Juggler (Fountas & Pinnell Classroom, Guided Reading)
by Anne W. PhillipsNIMAC-sourced textbook. How Much Can a Monkey Juggle? You'll see!
The Juggling Pug
by Sean Bryan Tom MurphyA town becomes instantly famous when one special pug begins to juggle. But the pug is also mischievous, messy, and quite naughty. He digs holes in the yard, drinks all the soda in the fridge, and even poops on the rug! This continues until, finally, a little girl has had enough. It’s only when the town calls a meeting to deal with this new nuisance that the pug must learn to control his behavior, or else!From the award-winning author and illustrator of A Girl and Her Gator comes a story that will teach kids how to juggle good behavior and the limelight. Now in a new edition (with updated jacket and smaller trim size), Bryan’s wacky rhyming and Murphy’s witty illustrations are sure to entertain young readers and parents alike. A good read-aloud for children ages 3 to 6, this book is a good reminder to children to be respectful of others' things. Sean Bryan creates a humorous story that parents won't mind reading over and over again and younger children just learning to read will be able to master the simple text.Sky Pony Press, with our Good Books, Racehorse and Arcade imprints, is proud to publish a broad range of books for young readers-picture books for small children, chapter books, books for middle grade readers, and novels for young adults. Our list includes bestsellers for children who love to play Minecraft; stories told with LEGO bricks; books that teach lessons about tolerance, patience, and the environment, and much more. While not every title we publish becomes a New York Times bestseller or a national bestseller, we are committed to books on subjects that are sometimes overlooked and to authors whose work might not otherwise find a home.