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A Centennial Celebration of The Brownies’ Book (Children's Literature Association Series)
by Dianne Johnson-Feelings and Jonda C. McNairContributions by Jani L. Barker, Rudine Sims Bishop, Julia S. Charles-Linen, Paige Gray, Dianne Johnson-Feelings, Jonda C. McNair, Sara C. VanderHaagen, and Michelle Taylor WattsThe Brownies’ Book occupies a special place in the history of African American children’s literature. Informally the children’s counterpart to the NAACP’s The Crisis magazine, it was one of the first periodicals created primarily for Black youth. Several of the objectives the creators delineated in 1919 when announcing the arrival of the publication—“To make them familiar with the history and achievements of the Negro race” and “To make colored children realize that being ‘colored’ is a beautiful, normal thing”—still resonate with contemporary creators, readers, and scholars of African American children’s literature. The meticulously researched essays in A Centennial Celebration of "The Brownies’ Book" get to the heart of The Brownies’ Book “project” using critical approaches both varied and illuminating. Contributors to the volume explore the underappreciated role of Jessie Redmon Fauset in creating The Brownies’ Book and in the cultural life of Black America; describe the young people who immersed themselves in the pages of the periodical; focus on the role of Black heroes and heroines; address The Brownies’ Book in the context of critical literacy theory; and place The Brownies’ Book within the context of Black futurity and justice. Bookending the essays are, reprinted in full, the first and last issues of the magazine. A Centennial Celebration of "The Brownies’ Book" illuminates the many ways in which the magazine—simultaneously beautiful, complicated, problematic, and inspiring—remains worthy of attention well into this century.
Censored Books: Critical Viewpoints
by Nicholas J. Karolides Lee Burress John D. KeaneShort essays on a myriad of books which have been censored in the past.
Cenizas a las Cenizas: Una mini aventura de Brandywine (Miniaventuras de Brandywine, #3 #3)
by Greg AlldredgeAmbientada en el universo Helena Brandywine, esta historia es la tercera aventura de Las Hermanas de la Matanza Nueva York está viva con magia. En lo profundo del corazón de Chinatown, los callejones esconden un secreto. Hay un edificio que usa magia para enmascararse de los mortales mundanos que viven a su alrededor. Un buen amigo les pidió a las Hermanas de la Matanza que buscaran una novia rebelde. ¿Hasta dónde están ubicados a llegar? ¿Qué nuevo monstruo está tentando a los hombres, jóvenes y viejos a su muerte? En Cenizas a la Cenizas, las Hermanas de la Matanza encuentran un escape del infierno. ¿Sobrevivirán?
Cenere alla Cenere: La storia delle sorelle Massacro (Una piccola avventura di Helena Brandiwine #3)
by Greg AlldredgeNel cuore di Chinatown, i vicoli nascondono un segreto. C’è un edificio che adopera la magia per nascondersi dagli occhi indiscreti dei comuni mortali. Una cara amica chiede alle sorelle Massacro di pedinare un fidanzato che si comporta in modo strano. Fin dove sono disposte a spingersi? Quale nuova mostruosità sta attanagliando gli uomini, sia giovani che maturi? In Cenere alla Cenere le sorelle Massacro troveranno una via d’uscita dall’inferno. Ma sopravvivranno?
Cendres aux Cendres: Une mini aventure Brandywine (Une mini aventure Helena Brandywine #3)
by Greg AlldredgeSituée dans l'univers d'Helena Brandywine, cette histoire est la troisième aventure des Slaughter Sisters. New York est vivante de magie. Au cœur de Chinatown, les ruelles cachent un secret. Il y a un bâtiment qui utilise la magie pour se masquer aux mortels banals qui vivent autour de lui. Un bon ami a demandé aux Slaughter Sisters de trouver une fiancée rebelle. Jusqu'où sont-ils prêts à aller? Quel nouveau monstre tente les hommes, jeunes et vieux, à leur disparition? Dans Ashes to Ashes, les soeurs Slaughter trouvent un évadé de l'enfer lui-même. Vont-ils survivre?
The Cemetery Boys
by Heather BrewerPart Hitchcock, part Hinton, this first-ever stand-alone novel from Heather Brewer, New York Times bestselling author of the acclaimed Chronicles of Vladimir Tod series, uses classic horror elements to tell a darkly funny coming-of-age story about the dangerous power of belief and the cost of blind loyalty that Kirkus Reviews called “a slick, spooky, chilling mystery.”When Stephen's dad says they're moving, Stephen knows it's pointless to argue. They're broke from paying Mom's hospital bills, and now the only option left is to live with Stephen's grandmother in Spencer, a backward small town that's like something out of The Twilight Zone. Population: 814.Stephen's summer starts looking up when he meets punk girl Cara and her charismatic twin brother, Devon. With Cara, he feels safe and understood—and yeah, okay, she's totally hot. In Devon and his group, he sees a chance at making real friends. Only, as the summer presses on, and harmless nights hanging out in the cemetery take a darker turn, Stephen starts to suspect that Devon is less a friend than a leader. And he might be leading them to a very sinister end. . . .
Cemetery Boys
by Aiden ThomasA trans boy determined to prove his gender to his traditional Latinx family summons a ghost who refuses to leave in Aiden Thomas's New York Times-bestselling paranormal YA debut Cemetery Boys, described by Entertainment Weekly as "groundbreaking." Yadriel has summoned a ghost, and now he can't get rid of him. When his traditional Latinx family has problems accepting his true gender, Yadriel becomes determined to prove himself a real brujo. With the help of his cousin and best friend Maritza, he performs the ritual himself, and then sets out to find the ghost of his murdered cousin and set it free. However, the ghost he summons is actually Julian Diaz, the school's resident bad boy, and Julian is not about to go quietly into death. He's determined to find out what happened and tie off some loose ends before he leaves. Left with no choice, Yadriel agrees to help Julian, so that they can both get what they want. But the longer Yadriel spends with Julian, the less he wants to let him leave. Praise for Cemetery Boys: Longlisted for the National Book Award "The novel perfectly balances the vibrant, energetic Latinx culture while delving into heavy topics like LGBTQ+ acceptance, deportation, colonization, and racism within authoritative establishments." —TeenVogue.com "This stunning debut novel from Thomas is detailed, heart-rending, and immensely romantic. I was bawling by the end of it, but not from sadness: I just felt so incredibly happy that this queer Latinx adventure will get to be read by other kids. Cemetery Boys is necessary: for trans kids, for queer kids, for those in the Latinx community who need to see themselves on the page. Don’t miss this book." —Mark Oshiro, author of Anger is a Gift
Cemetery Boys
by Aiden ThomasA trans boy determined to prove his gender to his traditional Latinx family summons a ghost who refuses to leave in Aiden Thomas's New York Times-bestselling paranormal YA debut Cemetery Boys, described by Entertainment Weekly as "groundbreaking." <P><P>Yadriel has summoned a ghost, and now he can't get rid of him. <P><P>When his traditional Latinx family has problems accepting his true gender, Yadriel becomes determined to prove himself a real brujo. With the help of his cousin and best friend Maritza, he performs the ritual himself, and then sets out to find the ghost of his murdered cousin and set it free. <P><P>However, the ghost he summons is actually Julian Diaz, the school's resident bad boy, and Julian is not about to go quietly into death. He's determined to find out what happened and tie off some loose ends before he leaves. Left with no choice, Yadriel agrees to help Julian, so that they can both get what they want. But the longer Yadriel spends with Julian, the less he wants to let him leave.
The Celts and All That (The And All That Series)
by Allan BurnettMyths, facts, and fascinating history about this legendary ancient culture, in a fun volume perfect for young readers!The Celts and All That is a book bursting with blood-curdling battles and important details about the ancient Celts. Everything you need to know about human sacrifice and headhunting is all here—plus a recipe for making your own Celtic bog butter! Packed with incredible illustrations of everything from iron-age jewelry to timber fortresses, this is an essential guide to a brilliant bunch of ancient Europeans who shaped our world. The Celts had roads, technology, and inventions long before the Romans turned up—but did they also run around naked, as the Romans claimed? You&’ll find an intriguing answer to that and many other crucial questions inside. Plus you&’ll learn to tell the difference between Celtic myths and historical facts—but you&’ll also love the magical legends of Celtic heroes and villains, warrior princesses and monster-slaying wizards.
Cellular (Orca Soundings)
by Ellen SchwartzBrendan has it all—captain of the basketball team, good friends, a beautiful girlfriend and a loving family—until he is diagnosed with leukemia. Terrified and convinced that no one understands what he is going through, Brendan faces chemotherapy alone, until he meets Lark. She is also in treatment, although her condition is much worse, and yet she remains positive and hopeful. Brendan is torn between feeling sorry for himself and the love for life that Lark brings to even the simplest thing. Through Lark, he discovers the strength to go on, to fight for survival and to love.
A Celebration of Literature and Response: Children, Books, and Teachers in K-8 Classrooms
by Marjorie R. HancockThis engaging book applies reader response theory to children's literature methods to help new and experienced teachers best involve kindergarteners through eighth graders in literature and literacy. Authentic student responses open chapters, book clusters and the accompanying CD database of children's literature provide guidance for involving students with literature, and Literature Resources on the Web guide users to lesson plans, standards, author interviews, projects, and other Internet resources to enrich teaching. For teachers of Children's Literature.
Celebrating Girls: Nurturing and Empowering Our Daughters
by Virginia Beane RutterA mother&’s guide to supporting a girls&’ self-worth as she grows: &“Inspired.&”—Isabel Allende In this book, Jungian psychologist Virginia Beane Rutter offers a wide variety of everyday things women can do to strengthen a girl&’s sense of self and ensure confidence and healthy self-esteem throughout her lifetime. Whether rooted in traditions of many cultures, new and creative, or connected to the daily tasks of everyday life, they offer practical ways to support daughters, and celebrate the passage from infancy to adolescence. &“Adeptly suggests ways mothers can use traditionally feminine pastimes—shopping, storytelling, even brushing or braiding a child&’s hair—to instill in a daughter a strong sense of self.&”—Pubishers Weekly
The Cecelia and Kate Novels: Sorcery & Cecelia, The Grand Tour, and The Mislaid Magician (The Cecelia and Kate Novels #3)
by Patricia C. Wrede Caroline StevermerA trio of bewitching novels featuring devoted cousins who must juggle their magical powers with their duties as ladies in Regency-era England. Enter Regency-era England—and a world in which magical mayhem and high society go hand in hand—with three novels featuring cousins Cecelia and Kate. In Sorcery & Cecelia, the two cousins have been inseparable since girlhood. But in 1817, Kate goes to London to make her debut into English society, leaving Cecelia behind to fight boredom in her small country town. While visiting the Royal College of Wizards, Kate stumbles on a plot to destroy a beloved sorcerer—and only Cecelia can help her save him. In The Grand Tour, Cecelia and Kate, along with their husbands, are inaugurating married life with a trip to the Continent. When a mysterious woman in Calais gives Cecelia a package intended for Kate&’s mother-in-law, however, the two young wives realize they must spend their honeymoons preventing an emperor-in-exile named Napoleon from reclaiming the French crown. In The Mislaid Magician, it is 1828 and the cousins are now society matrons. The steam engine is announcing its arrival and the shaking of the locomotives begins to disrupt England&’s ancient, underground magical ley lines. When the disappearance of a foreign diplomat threatens to become an international incident, Cecelia departs to fight for the future of magic—leaving Kate to care for a gaggle of disobedient, spell-casting tots. Blending history, romance, and magic, these charming novels from the author of the Enchanted Forest Chronicles will delight anyone who loves Harry Potter or Susannah Clarke&’s Jonathan Strange & Mr Norell.
Cazar a November (Matar a November #Volumen 2)
by Adriana MatherDespués de sobrevivir a un curso intensivo de espionaje en la misteriosa Academia Absconditi, November Adley solo tiene una misión: encontrar a su padre. Acompañada de Ash, otro estudiante, November se embarca en la búsqueda del tesoro más peligrosa de toda su vida, que le llevará de su ciudad natal a un territorio enemigo y en donde se encontrará rodeada de los asesinos y los estrategas más letales. ¿Puede una chica con un entrenamiento limitado infiltrarse en una organización centenaria capaz de derrocar imperios? November está decidida a hacer lo imposible por salvar a su padre... o morir en el intento.
Cazando mitos: Lo que no te contaron en las clases de Historia del Perú
by Rafael Aita¡Todo lo que no te contaron en las clases de historia del Perú! ¿Es realmente Caral la cuna de la civilización más antigua de América? ¿Los extraterrestres dibujaron las Líneas de Nazca? ¿Anticiparon los mochicas el fin del mundo? ¿Tenían bandera los incas y era la de siete colores? ¿Saltó Alfonso Ugarte del Morro de Arica? En estas y otras preguntas, Rafael Aita, conocido como “Capitán Perú”, desentraña esa “otra historia” que no siempre se cuenta en los salones de clase y va a la caza de creencias que se han ido popularizando en el imaginario nacional. Con un estilo fresco, basado en documentación, evidencias y fuentes relevantes, el autor delimita la frontera entre el mito y la historia, desafiando la noción tradicional histórica, para apostar por una aproximación que privilegia el análisis antes que dar por sentado lo que nos han enseñado. Desde las intrigas entre Huáscar y Atahualpa, el origen del nombre del Perú, la participación de descendientes incaicos en la sociedad europea, los logros científicos de Pedro Paulet y Federico Villarreal, hasta el pelo largo de los Incas, las correrías piratas del Huáscar, el supuesto paso de Hitler por Casa Grande, Cazando mitos es un minucioso y ameno recorrido por acontecimientos y personajes que han marcado al país.
Cazadores de brujas (Dragones de Éter #Volumen 1)
by Raphael DracconLa trilogía Dragones de Éter nació inspirada en las sombrías historias de fantasía que marcaron la infancia de Raphael Draccon, a partir de las cuales creó un impresionante y maravilloso universo fantástico. ¿Una historia realmente termina cuando cerramos el libro? ¿Alguna vez te has preguntado de dónde vienen los cuentos o a dónde se van? Porque las historias no siempre son como nos las contaron. En Nueva Éter, universo fantástico custodiado por las hadas, una niña ve a su propia abuela ser devorada por un lobo marcado con magia negra. Dos hermanos comen trozos de vidrio como si fuesen moras silvestres y beben agua lodosa como si fuese jugo, envueltos por la magia oscura de una antigua bruja caníbal. El barco del mercenario más sanguinario del mundo, a quien se creía muerto y olvidado, regresa de los mares con un oscuro y todavía peor sucesor. Y dos sociedades criminales entran en guerra, dando inicio a una intriga que involucrará a la familia real en tristes y profundos misterios. En Cazadores de brujas los romances, las guerras, las intrigas, los diálogos filosóficos, la fantasía y los sueños juveniles se entrelazan para construir una jornada épica de profundidad espiritual. Con más de 200 000 ejemplares vendidos en Brasil, Dragones de Éter es la trilogía fantástica que ha conquistado el corazón de todos aquellos que luego de leer los cuentos de hadas se quedaron con ganas de más.
La cazadora de almas
by Alyson NoëlUna aventura oscura y romántica, repleta de acción y misterio, de Alyson Noël, autora de Eternidad. Si alguna vez has sentido que el tiempo se detiene a tu alrededor, puede que pienses que es normal. Y tendrás razón. Pero si además te persiguen extraños seres luminosos, los cuervos se ríen de ti y todo el mundo cree que estás loca, lo más probable es que seas una... cazadora de almas, y las cosas, claro, se complicarán un poco. Esta es la historia de Daire Santos, una chica casi normal que deberá huir al remoto Nuevo México en busca de su destino. Allí, su misteriosa abuela la ayudará a desentrañar los enigmas de su pasado y los desafíos del futuro. Y también allí, en las polvorientas llanuras de Enchantment, conocerá a Dace, el hombre de sus sueños ?¡literalmente!?, y el mundo se sacudirá hasta sus cimientos. Dace es un muchacho atractivo de increíbles ojos azules, pero... ¿de qué lado está? ¿Podrá Daire confiar en él, o será un aliado más de las oscuras fuerzas que debe destruir...? Reseñas: «Atmosférica y muy entretenida... Los fans de Noël estarán ansiosos por descubrir cómo sigue.»Publisher Weekly «Con personajes fantásticos y un argumento asombroso, La cazadora de almas te atrapará y te dejará sin aliento. Noël es una maestra de las palabras... Pasión y emociones a la vuelta de cada esquina. Hay que leer este libro.»Romantic Times (¡Selección Top!) «Dos chicos, uno luminoso y otro oscuro, influyen y mucho en esta intrigante trama, llena de giros inesperados, que sin duda atraerá a los numerosos fans de Noël.»Booklist
Cazadora: A Novel (Wolves of No World #2)
by Romina GarberIn Cazadora, Romina Garber weaves together Argentine folklore and what it means to be illegal in a timely, intimate, and emotionally powerful narrative.Werewolves. Witches. Romance. Resistance.Enter a world straight out of Argentine folklore...Following the events of Lobizona, Manu and her friends cross the mystical border into Kerana—a cursed realm in Argentina—searching for allies and a hiding place. As they chase down leads about the Coven—a mythical resistance manada that might not even exist—the Cazadores chase down leads about Manu, setting up traps to capture and arrest her.Just as it seems the Cazadores have Manu and her friends cornered, the Coven answers their call for help. As Manu catches her breath among these non-conforming Septimus, she discovers they need a revolution as much as she does. But is she the right one to lead them? After all, hybrids aren’t just outlawed. They’re feared and reviled. What happens when the Coven learns of Manu’s dual heritage? Will they still protect her? Or will they betray her? And after running this far, for this long—how much farther can Manu go before her feet get tired, and she stops to take a stand?
El cazador de fantasmas: Crónicas de la prehistoria VI (Crónicas de la Prehistoria #Volumen 6)
by Michelle PaverSexta y última entrega de la apasionante serie «Crónicas de la Prehistoria», que ha sido incluida por The Times entre los cien mejores libros de la década. Una historia sobre la supervivencia y el poder de la amistad en la que Torak llegará al final de su viaje. La Noche de las Almas está cada vez más cerca. Eostra, la hechicera de los Búhos Reales, mantiene aterrorizados a los clanes en su intento de dominar el mundo de los vivos y de los muertos. Así, Torak debe abandonar el Bosque para buscar la guarida de la Devoradora de Almas en la Montaña de los Fantasmas. En compañía de Renn, emprende un peligroso viaje a través de parajes helados, durante el cual ambos descubrirán la fuerza de su vínculo y hallarán nuevas alianzas que los impulsarán a seguir adelante. Lobo, su fiel hermano de camada, tendrá que superar el dolor más atroz y evitar que la malvada hechicera le arrebate aquello que más quiere.
La caza
by M.A. BennettEstás invitada a pasar el fin de semana en Longcross Hall, Cumberland. Pero hay invitaciones que no deberías aceptar. Y Greer Macdonald no lo sabe todavía. Una exclusiva invitación de los Medievales, el grupo más poderoso de la elitista escuela STAGS para un fin de semana de «caza, tiroy pesca» parece una gran oportunidad para que la recién llegada Greer descubra un mundo de lujo y excesos. Además según los rumores,al invitado que más impresione a los Medievales se le concederá el privilegio de convertirse en uno de ellos, pero Greer no debe olvidar que... Hay depredadores al acecho y están buscando sangre.
The Caves of Fear (Rick Brant, # #8)
by John BlaineThe eighth Rick Brant book starts with Rick Brant and Don Scott receiving a coded telegram, begging for them to go to the Far East and help a friend in danger. The pair leaves for Hong Kong and quickly becomes entangled with a dangerous spy known only as the Long Shadow. The attempt to capture the Long Shadow and rescue their kidnapped friend takes them to the dark caves of Tibet, where Rick becomes hopelessly lost. What happens to him in the caves and the finale with the Long Shadow makes for an outstanding piece of reading.
Cave of the Moving Shadows
by Thomas MillsteadA 12-year-old boy living in Cro-Magnon times must choose between his training in sorcery and his desire to be a hunter.
Cave Of Danger
by Bryce WaltonMat hopes to improve his family's financial troubles by discovering a new cave that no one else knows about. He thinks that charging the public for tours will bring his family the money they need. Getting lost in a cave gives Mat a different outlook on life, and teaches him things he never knew about himself.
Caution: Aliens at Work (Ghosts of Fear Street)
by R. L. Stine Kathryn LanceMatt finds a toolbox in the Fear Street Woods, and after opening it he develops strange powers that allow him to read minds, freeze people in their places, and grow an extra arm.
The Causes Of The American Revolution (World Almanac Library Of The American Revolution)
by Dale AndersonThis comprehensive, eight-volume series tells the story of the founding of the United States and helps students understand that the American Revolution was more than just a series of battles—it was a revolution of ideas. Each title explains the important political, military, and social aspects of the Patriots' struggle for independence. Using quotations from primary sources and biographical focus boxes, this series presents the story of the American Revolution in clear, engaging text and gives students a deeper understanding of why the war was fought and how it was won. An ideal resource on a key curriculum topic.