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Four points. Book 1, Compass south.

Larson, Hope,


After escaping the Black Hook Gang in 1860 New York City, twelve-year-old twins Alexander and Cleopatra flee to New Orleans, become separated, and try to find each other in San Francisco, while being followed by pirates who think they hold the key to treasure.
Date Published:2017

The Baby-sitters club. 13, Mary Anne's bad luck mystery.

Martin, Ann M., 1955-


"Based on the novel by Ann M. Martin"--Front cover. Based on: Mary Anne's bad luck mystery / Ann M. Martin. volume number from spine. "Mary Anne should never have thrown away that chain letter she got in the mail. Ever since she did, bad things have been happening to everyone in the Baby-sitters Club. With Halloween coming up, Mary Anne's even more worried--what kind of spooky thing will happen next? Then Mary Anne finds a new note in her mailbox: Wear this bad-luck charm, it says. OR ELSE. Mary Anne has to follow the note's instructions. But who sent the charm? And why did they send it to Mary Anne? The BSC might never see an end to their bad luck if they don't solve this mystery soon"--OCLC.
Date Published:2023

"Based on the novel by Ann M. Martin"--Front cover. Based on: Mary Anne's bad luck mystery / Ann M. Martin. volume number from spine. "Mary Anne should never have thrown away that chain letter she got in the mail. Ever since she did, bad things have been happening to everyone in the Baby-sitters Club. With Halloween coming up, Mary Anne's even more worried--what kind of spooky thing will happen next? Then Mary Anne finds a new note in her mailbox: Wear this bad-luck charm, it says. OR ELSE. Mary Anne has to follow the note's instructions. But who sent the charm? And why did they send it to Mary Anne? The BSC might never see an end to their bad luck if they don't solve this mystery soon"--OCLC.

Date Published:2023

The Baby-sitters club. 15, Claudia and the bad joke.

Martin, Ann M., 1955-


"Based on the novel by Ann M. Martin"--Front cover. Based on: Claudia and the bad joke / Ann M. Martin. volume number from spine. "Claudia takes a baby-sitting job looking after Betsy, a girl who is known for her practical jokes, and when one of Betsy's pranks results in a broken leg for Claudia, her baby-sitting days may be through"--Provided by publisher.
Date Published:2024

The Baby-sitters club. 02, The truth about Stacey.

Martin, Ann M., 1955-,


2015 edition: "with color by Braden Lamb." 2023 edition: "with color by Braden Lamb." Based on: The truth about Stacey / Ann M. Martin. Horn book guide, Horn book guide, [Book 2] Poor Stacey. She just moved to a new town, is still coming to terms with her diabetes, and is facing baby-sitting problems left and right. Fortunately, Stacey has three new friends--Kristy, Claudia, and Mary Anne. Together they're the BSC--and they will deal with whatever is thrown their way--even if it's a rival baby-sitting club! In graphic novel format.
Date Published:2023

2015 edition: "with color by Braden Lamb." 2023 edition: "with color by Braden Lamb." Based on: The truth about Stacey / Ann M. Martin. Horn book guide, Horn book guide, [Book 2] Poor Stacey. She just moved to a new town, is still coming to terms with her diabetes, and is facing baby-sitting problems left and right. Fortunately, Stacey has three new friends--Kristy, Claudia, and Mary Anne. Together they're the BSC--and they will deal with whatever is thrown their way--even if it's a rival baby-sitting club! In graphic novel format.

Date Published:2023

Race against death: the greatest POW rescue of World War II

Hopkinson, Deborah,


Junior Library Guild. " A thrilling account of the most daring American POW rescue mission of World War II.Following the bombing of Pearl Harbor, America entered World War II, and a new theater of battle opened up in the Pacific. But US troops, along with thousands of Filipino soldiers who fought alongside them, were overtaken in the Philippines by a fiercely determined Japanese navy, and many Americans and Filipino fighters were killed or captured.These American and Filipino prisoners of war were forced to endure the most horrific conditions on the deadly trek known as the Bataan Death March. Then, the American servicemen who were held captive by the Japanese military in Cabanatuan Camp and others in the Philippines, faced beatings, starvation, and tropical diseases, and lived constantly under the threat of death.Unable to forget their comrades' fate and concerned that these POWs would be brutally murdered as the tides of war shifted in the Pacific, the US Army Rangers undertook one of the most daring and dangerous rescue missions of all time. Aided by the "Angels of the Underground," the Sixth Ranger Battalion and courageous Filipino guerrilla soldiers set out on an uncertain and treacherous assignment. Often called the Great Raid, this remarkable story remains largely forgotten.Sibert Honor author Deborah Hopkinson presents an extraordinary and unflinching look at the heroic servicemen and women who courageously weathered the worst of circumstances and conditions in service to their country, as well as those who answered the call to save their fellow soldiers."
Date Published:2023

Junior Library Guild. " A thrilling account of the most daring American POW rescue mission of World War II.Following the bombing of Pearl Harbor, America entered World War II, and a new theater of battle opened up in the Pacific. But US troops, along with thousands of Filipino soldiers who fought alongside them, were overtaken in the Philippines by a fiercely determined Japanese navy, and many Americans and Filipino fighters were killed or captured.These American and Filipino prisoners of war were forced to endure the most horrific conditions on the deadly trek known as the Bataan Death March. Then, the American servicemen who were held captive by the Japanese military in Cabanatuan Camp and others in the Philippines, faced beatings, starvation, and tropical diseases, and lived constantly under the threat of death.Unable to forget their comrades' fate and concerned that these POWs would be brutally murdered as the tides of war shifted in the Pacific, the US Army Rangers undertook one of the most daring and dangerous rescue missions of all time. Aided by the "Angels of the Underground," the Sixth Ranger Battalion and courageous Filipino guerrilla soldiers set out on an uncertain and treacherous assignment. Often called the Great Raid, this remarkable story remains largely forgotten.Sibert Honor author Deborah Hopkinson presents an extraordinary and unflinching look at the heroic servicemen and women who courageously weathered the worst of circumstances and conditions in service to their country, as well as those who answered the call to save their fellow soldiers."

Date Published:2023

The Baby-sitters club. 07, Boy-crazy Stacey.

Martin, Ann M., 1955-,


"Based on the novel by Ann M. Martin"--Front cover. Based on: Boy-crazy Stacey / Ann M. Martin. volume number from spine. "Stacey and Mary Anne are baby-sitting for the Pike family for two weeks at the New Jersey shore. Things are great in Sea City: There's a gorgeous house right on the beach, a boardwalk, plenty of sun and sand . . and the cutest boy Stacey has ever seen! Mary Anne thinks that Stacey should leave Scott alone and focus on the Pike kids, but Stacey's in love. Looking for reasons to hang around his lifeguard stand takes up all of her time, which means Mary Anne has to do the job of two baby-sitters. Mary Anne doesn't like it one bit! How can she tell Stacey that Scott just isn't interested without ruining their friendship and breaking Stacey's heart?"--Back cover.
Date Published:2023

"Based on the novel by Ann M. Martin"--Front cover. Based on: Boy-crazy Stacey / Ann M. Martin. volume number from spine. "Stacey and Mary Anne are baby-sitting for the Pike family for two weeks at the New Jersey shore. Things are great in Sea City: There's a gorgeous house right on the beach, a boardwalk, plenty of sun and sand . . and the cutest boy Stacey has ever seen! Mary Anne thinks that Stacey should leave Scott alone and focus on the Pike kids, but Stacey's in love. Looking for reasons to hang around his lifeguard stand takes up all of her time, which means Mary Anne has to do the job of two baby-sitters. Mary Anne doesn't like it one bit! How can she tell Stacey that Scott just isn't interested without ruining their friendship and breaking Stacey's heart?"--Back cover.

Date Published:2023

The Baby-sitters club. 01, Kristy's great idea.

Martin, Ann M., 1955-,


2015 & 2023 edition: "with color by Braden Lamb." Based on: Kristy's great idea / Ann M. Martin. Horn book guide, A graphic novel adaptation that follows the adventures of Kristy and the other members of the Baby-sitters Club as they deal with crank calls, uncontrollable two-year-olds, wild pets, and parents who do not always tell the truth. Kristy, Mary Anne, Claudia, and Stacey are best friends and founding members of The Baby-sitters Club. Whatever comes up -- cranky toddlers, huge dogs, scary neighbors, prank calls -- you can count on them to save the day. But baby-sitting isn't always easy, and neither is dealing with strict parents, new families, fashion emergencies, and mysterious secrets. But no matter what, the BSC have what they need most: friendship.
Date Published:2023

2015 & 2023 edition: "with color by Braden Lamb." Based on: Kristy's great idea / Ann M. Martin. Horn book guide, A graphic novel adaptation that follows the adventures of Kristy and the other members of the Baby-sitters Club as they deal with crank calls, uncontrollable two-year-olds, wild pets, and parents who do not always tell the truth. Kristy, Mary Anne, Claudia, and Stacey are best friends and founding members of The Baby-sitters Club. Whatever comes up -- cranky toddlers, huge dogs, scary neighbors, prank calls -- you can count on them to save the day. But baby-sitting isn't always easy, and neither is dealing with strict parents, new families, fashion emergencies, and mysterious secrets. But no matter what, the BSC have what they need most: friendship.

Date Published:2023

The Baby-sitters club. 03, Mary Anne saves the day.

Martin, Ann M., 1955-,


2007 edition: "lettering by John Green." 2015 & 2023 edition: "with color by Braden Lamb." Horn Book, April 2016. Horn book guide, [Book 3] When The Baby-Sitters Club gets into a huge fight, Mary Anne is left to her own devices. She has to eat by herself in the school cafeteria, figure out how to make new friends, and deal with her overprotective father. But the worst happens when she finds herself in a baby-sitting emergency and can't turn to her friends for help. In graphic novel format.
Date Published:2023

2007 edition: "lettering by John Green." 2015 & 2023 edition: "with color by Braden Lamb." Horn Book, April 2016. Horn book guide, [Book 3] When The Baby-Sitters Club gets into a huge fight, Mary Anne is left to her own devices. She has to eat by herself in the school cafeteria, figure out how to make new friends, and deal with her overprotective father. But the worst happens when she finds herself in a baby-sitting emergency and can't turn to her friends for help. In graphic novel format.

Date Published:2023

The Baby-sitters club. 10, Kristy and the snobs.

Martin, Ann M., 1955-


Based on: Kristy and the snobs / Ann M. Martin. Kristy's mom got remarried and their family moved to the ritzy neighborhood across town. The other members of The Baby-sitters Club think it's a good opportunity to get some new business, but the kids who live nearby aren't very friendly. These kids are total snobs! But if anyone can put them in their place, it's The Baby-sitters Club! In graphic novel format.
Date Published:2021

Based on: Kristy and the snobs / Ann M. Martin. Kristy's mom got remarried and their family moved to the ritzy neighborhood across town. The other members of The Baby-sitters Club think it's a good opportunity to get some new business, but the kids who live nearby aren't very friendly. These kids are total snobs! But if anyone can put them in their place, it's The Baby-sitters Club! In graphic novel format.

Date Published:2021

The Baby-sitters club. 11, Good-bye Stacey, good-bye.

Martin, Ann M., 1955-,


Based on: Good-bye Stacey, good-bye / Ann M. Martin. Volume number from spine. Stacey McGill is moving back to New York, and her friends must face the sadness of saying good-bye, hunt down the perfect farewell gift, and take on the difficult task of filling Stacey's place in the Baby-sitters Club.
Date Published:2022

Un chico de lo más normal

Korman, Gordon,


Originally published in English as: Ungifted. "Donovan Curtis es un chico normal de 14 anI`ƒos que al parecer no puede evitar los problemas. Cuando en un momento toma una decisioI`n que termina con la destruccioI`n del gimnasio del colegio, su única esperanza es ser capaz de evitar la ira del superintendente Schultz. Por accidente, Donovan termina en una escuela para ninI`ƒos genios, y así logra tener un pequenI`ƒo respiro. Convertirse en uno de estos cerebritos es la única manera de evitar los problemas, y efectivamente, hacerse amigo de estos genios y cambiarles la vida de alguna manera le ensenI`ƒa a Donovan que eI`l tambieI`n es un súper dotado... pero en otros aspectos."--B&N. Due to an administrative mix-up, troublemaker Donovan Curtis is sent to the Academy of Scholastic Distinction, a special program for gifted and talented students, after pulling a major prank at middle school.
Date Published:2021

Originally published in English as: Ungifted. "Donovan Curtis es un chico normal de 14 anI`ƒos que al parecer no puede evitar los problemas. Cuando en un momento toma una decisioI`n que termina con la destruccioI`n del gimnasio del colegio, su única esperanza es ser capaz de evitar la ira del superintendente Schultz. Por accidente, Donovan termina en una escuela para ninI`ƒos genios, y así logra tener un pequenI`ƒo respiro. Convertirse en uno de estos cerebritos es la única manera de evitar los problemas, y efectivamente, hacerse amigo de estos genios y cambiarles la vida de alguna manera le ensenI`ƒa a Donovan que eI`l tambieI`n es un súper dotado... pero en otros aspectos."--B&N. Due to an administrative mix-up, troublemaker Donovan Curtis is sent to the Academy of Scholastic Distinction, a special program for gifted and talented students, after pulling a major prank at middle school.

Date Published:2021

Baba Yaga's assistant

McCoola, Marika.


"Most children think twice before braving a haunted wood filled with terrifying beasties to match wits with a witch, but not Masha. Her beloved grandma taught her many useful things: that stories are useful, that magic is fickle, and that nothing is too difficult or too dirty to clean. The fearsome witch of folklore needs an assistant, and Masha needs an adventure"--Dust jacket.
Date Published:2015

Smile

Telgemeier, Raina,


Contains biographical information. Kirkus, January 01, 2010. Publisher's Weekly, December 07, 2009. School library journal, March 2010. The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books, March 2010. Wilson Children's core collection. Horn book guide, The author relates, in graphic form, her experiences after she injured her two front teeth and had to have surgeries and wear embarrassing braces and headgear, all the while also dealing with the trials and tribulations of middle school.
Date Published:2020

Contains biographical information. Kirkus, January 01, 2010. Publisher's Weekly, December 07, 2009. School library journal, March 2010. The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books, March 2010. Wilson Children's core collection. Horn book guide, The author relates, in graphic form, her experiences after she injured her two front teeth and had to have surgeries and wear embarrassing braces and headgear, all the while also dealing with the trials and tribulations of middle school.

Date Published:2020

The inheritance games

Barnes, Jennifer (Jennifer Lynn),


School Library Journal. Booklist, October 2020. Kirkus Starred, August 2020. Pub Weekly, July 2020. School Library Journal, July 2020. When a Connecticut teenager inherits vast wealth and an eccentric estate from the richest man in Texas, she must also live with his surviving family and solve a series of puzzles to discover how she earned her inheritance.
Date Published:2020

Page by Paige

Gulledge, Laura Lee,


Paige Turner, who has just moved to New York with her family, uses her sketchbook to try to make sense of her new life, and she finds the process of sharing her artwork and identity with others both scary and rewarding.
Date Published:2011

How Lunchbox Jones saved me from robots, traitors, and Missy the Cruel

Brown, Jennifer, 1972-,


Horn Book, April 2016. Kirkus Review, June 2015. Library Media Connection starred, November 2015. School Library Journal, June 2015. "Luke Abbott's school is the losing-est school in the history of losing. And that's just fine for him. He'd rather be at home playing video games and avoiding his older brother Rob and the Greatest Betrayal of All Time. But now he's being forced to join the robotics team, where surely he'll help uphold the school's losing streak"--
Date Published:2015

Horn Book, April 2016. Kirkus Review, June 2015. Library Media Connection starred, November 2015. School Library Journal, June 2015. "Luke Abbott's school is the losing-est school in the history of losing. And that's just fine for him. He'd rather be at home playing video games and avoiding his older brother Rob and the Greatest Betrayal of All Time. But now he's being forced to join the robotics team, where surely he'll help uphold the school's losing streak"--

Date Published:2015

Dress coded

Firestone, Carrie,


School Library Journal starred. Booklist starred, April 2020. Kirkus Starred, April 2020. Pub Weekly, June 2020. School Library Journal starred, May 2020. "An eighth grader starts a podcast to protest the unfair dress code enforcement at her middle school and sparks a rebellion"--Provided by publisher.
Date Published:2020

Girling up : how to be strong, smart and spectacular

Bialik, Mayim,


Introduction -- How our bodies work -- How we grow -- How we learn -- How we love -- How we cope -- How we matter. Television star Mayim Bialik draws on personal experience to share anecdotal advice for teenage girls that looks at how the body works, how one grows and learns, and other topics.
Date Published:2017

Pretty guardian Sailor Moon.. 2 /

Takeuchi, Naoko,


"A Kodansha Comics trade paperback original"--T.p. verso. "First published in Japan in 2003 by Kodansha Ltd., Tokyo, as Bishoujosenshi Sailor Moon Shinsoban, volume 2"--T.p. verso. Book reads from right to left in the traditional Japanese format. Translated from the Japanese. Translation of: Sé ra MuI` n. Usagi Tsukino, as Sailor Moon, and the Sailor Senshi search for the Legendary Silver Crystal to keep it out of the hands of evil, but Usagi discovers that the Tuxedo Mask is also searching for it in hopes that it will help restore the memory he lost as a child.
Date Published:2011

"A Kodansha Comics trade paperback original"--T.p. verso. "First published in Japan in 2003 by Kodansha Ltd., Tokyo, as Bishoujosenshi Sailor Moon Shinsoban, volume 2"--T.p. verso. Book reads from right to left in the traditional Japanese format. Translated from the Japanese. Translation of: Sé ra MuI` n. Usagi Tsukino, as Sailor Moon, and the Sailor Senshi search for the Legendary Silver Crystal to keep it out of the hands of evil, but Usagi discovers that the Tuxedo Mask is also searching for it in hopes that it will help restore the memory he lost as a child.

Date Published:2011

Pretty guardian Sailor Moon... 6 /

Takeuchi, Naoko,


"A Kodansha Comics trade paperback original"--T.p. verso. "First published in Japan in 2004 by Kodansha Ltd., Tokyo, as Bishoujosenshi Sailor Moon Shinsoban, volume 6"--T.p. verso. Book reads from right to left in the traditional Japanese format. Translated from the Japanese. Translation of: Sé ra MuI` n. Two new Guardians appear who may have something to do with the strange occurrences at Mugen Academy, and the Sailor heroes face off against new enemies while defending the world.
Date Published:2012

"A Kodansha Comics trade paperback original"--T.p. verso. "First published in Japan in 2004 by Kodansha Ltd., Tokyo, as Bishoujosenshi Sailor Moon Shinsoban, volume 6"--T.p. verso. Book reads from right to left in the traditional Japanese format. Translated from the Japanese. Translation of: Sé ra MuI` n. Two new Guardians appear who may have something to do with the strange occurrences at Mugen Academy, and the Sailor heroes face off against new enemies while defending the world.

Date Published:2012