Kids Young Adult

Becka Williams, Scott Williams, and Becka’s boyfriend, Ryan Riordan, visit a Native American tribe in New Mexico, where the witch doctor Dark Bear is trying to show his tribe members that the Christian religion is no match for the powers of the Native American gods.

Un precursor de la ficcion cientifica. La ficcion cientifica esta basada en adaptar los adelantos de la ciencia e imaginar que se puede lograr con ellos.

La lucha de un hombre obstinado contra una ballena Moby Dick es considerado por la critica como una de las novelas mas importantes de la literatura universal ya que aunque aparentemente es la simple historia de un marinero obsesionado por cazar una elusiva ballena, es un inmenso poema lirico que tiene como fondo el ansia de triunfo de todo ser humano.

Carlotta kann es kaum fassen: Ausgerechnet Papas neue Freundin fährt mit auf Klassenfahrt. Aber es kommt noch dicker. Ihre beste Freundin Anke verliebt sich in einen Jungen und traut sich nicht, ihn anzusprechen. Carlotta soll für sie eine Verabredung vereinbaren. Dabei merkt Carlotta, dass sie den Jungen auch sehr nett findet...

When a shy girl named Sarah Sierra first joins an after-school program in her neighborhood, she never expects to travel back in time and discover the words of Miguel de Cervantes. But at Still Waters in a Storm, a teacher named Stephen and a group of kids have pushed together tables piled high with books so they can gather round to talk about and translate Cervantes’ classic, Don Quixote de La Mancha. They begin to reimagine Don Quixote as the story of a group of modern-day kids from immigrant families in Brooklyn.

This book explains US post-war history on a decade by decade basis, including excerpts from contemporary presidential speeches delivered during the decades being discussed to bring history to life. The book is targeted to high school aged teens and kids aged 10 and above. Topics covered include changes in social policy and US foreign policy over the period. Major events include the moon landings, the Cold War, the development of the atomic bomb, the 9/11 attacks, the reunification of Germany, Vietnam, the Iraq wars, the evolution of civil rights in America among other topics.

Did you know that John Adams had to coax Thomas Jefferson into writing the Declaration of Independence? It's true. The shy Virginia statesman refused at first, but then went on to author one of our nation's most important and inspiring documents. The third US president, Jefferson was also an architect, inventor, musician, farmer, and - what is certainly the most troubling aspect of his life - a slave owner. Finally, here's a biography for kids that unveils the many facets of this founding father's remarkable and complicated life.

What do you get when a jock, a trouble maker, and a nerd end up as the new kids on the block? The oddest group of friends you'd ever meet. But if their unforeseen circumstances can't get any weirder, add in a hypnotic induced village with a hunger for prunes. Now, the townspeople are hunting them and wanting them to join their prune cult. Will the new kids muster up their faith in God and do the right thing to save themselves? Or will they all get pruned?

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., is known for being one of the greatest orators of the 20th Century, and perhaps in all of American history. In the 1950s and 1960s, his words led the Civil Rights movement and helped change society. Though his speeches refer to the conditions of the 1960s, his assertions that nonviolent protest is the key to democracy and that all humans are equal, are as timeless and powerful today as they were nearly forty years ago.

When storied delinquent Cullen Hickson enters the orbit of the O'Dell siblings, everything changes. Bri and Ray find an alluring, addictive outlet in Cullen, who opens their eyes to a world they didn't know existed. For Ray, that means experiencing the singular thrill of crime - from breaking and entering to grand theft auto - while Bri quickly dives into an all-consuming romance with the enigmatic upperclassman.

Kids can be brave, just like adults, especially as they embrace the plan God has for their lives. New York Times bestselling author Annie F. Downs presents honest wisdom and humor, giving kids the courage and confidence to deal with everything from community engagement and friendships to anxiety and difficult changes in life.

Mma lives and works in Johannesburg, far from the village 13-year-old Naledi and her younger brother, Tiro, call home. When their baby sister suddenly becomes very sick, Naledi and Tiro know that they need to bring their mother back in order to save their sister’s life. Bravely, secretly, they set off on the long journey to the big city to find Mma. It isn’t until they finally reach Jo’burg that they see up close what life is like for black citizens across South Africa — and begin to really question the unfair and dangerous laws of apartheid.

This audiobook is about entrepreneurship, money, and business for the purpose of educating entrepreneurial kids, teens, and young adults opportunities to find a "good job" in a changing global economy, the obvious direction for entrepreneurs is to own their own business. Ownership is the true measure of power of business.

This book will benefit parents and children from generation to generation. I just want to make sure that they don't make the same mistake as we did as parents....

Scary Stories for Kids presents two classic chillers certain to spark the imaginations of boys and ghouls everywhere. "Staley Fleming's Hallucination" tells the story of a murderer and the ghostly image of the victim's loyal dog that seeks unspeakable revenge. "The Bottle Imp" recounts the story of Keawe, a young Hawaiian who comes into possession of a bottle that grants his every wish, but at a cost that may be higher than he wants to pay.

50 women who shaped American history - how will they inspire you? Women have always been at the forefront of American history - and now it's time to hear their stories! This look into American history for kids is bursting with engaging biographies that explore the lives of these inspiring women from different backgrounds and a wide array of fields.

There have been many books written about women who changed the world a long time ago. This book goes in-depth and profiles 30 of the most influential girls, teens, and women who are actively changing the world right now. Their stories will inspire teens to take action now and begin creating the type of world that represents them, their values, and their passions.

Ignite your child’s curiosity about bionics and the Bionic Age with a highly informative audiobook that cranks up the fun and learning! Give your child the gift of Real Bionics for Kids: Fun and Engaging Bionic and Bionic Age Information for Kids Ages 7-16 by Z. B. Tucker and empower them to explore a world filled with bionics—all while expanding their minds for thrill and adventure! This audiobook is perfect for children who want to learn more about the world of bionics and the science that creates them! You just might inspire them to become a part of this exciting and growing industry!

May 12th is National Limerick Day! Celebrate with family and friends and 101 Fun Limericks for Kids! This audiobook of enjoyable nonsense was designed to tickle the minds--and a few funny bones--of older children, teens, and young adults as well! (Because we're all young at heart, right?) Nothing here is lewd, gross, or grotesque...but I can't guarantee some of these rhymes won't make a mess! Some like limericks to celebrate St. Patrick's Day, but these funny word nuggets are equally delectable year-round!

Eight steps to becoming an entrepreneur for kids is a cultural understanding listen following the journey of 4 African American kids who are best friends and all share the same passion for learning how to become an Entrepreneur.