Diane Stanley Bücher

Ausgerechnet als Hund Mo und seine Freundin Arlene eine Woche Ferien haben, fängt es draussen an zu schneien. Und eine Reise nach Tahiti können sie sich nicht leisten. Bevor Arlene richtig enttäuscht sein kann, hat Mo eine fabelhafte Idee.

The country is at war, terrorists strike at random, widespread rationing is in effect, and the power grid is down. But thirteen-year-old Sky Brightman is remarkably untouched by it all. She lives off the grid on sixty acres of rural New Mexico ranch land with chores to do and horses to ride and no television or internet to bring disturbing news into her family's adobe house. Sky's schoolmates think she's a little weird. Then a string of mysterious arrests begins, and her new friend, Kareem, becomes a target. Sky is finally forced to confront the world in all its complexity. Summoning her considerable courage and ingenuity, she takes a stand against injustice. With humor, hope, and fierce determination, she proves that even a child can change the world.

The book highlights the inspiring stories of activists who have taken a stand during a time of global protests. Through their powerful accounts, young readers are encouraged to engage with social issues and recognize the impact of their voices in the fight for change.

Set in a whimsical world, this middle grade novel explores themes of family, friendship, and the magic of wishes. The story follows young characters who navigate their relationships and personal growth, reminiscent of classics like Tuck Everlasting and Bridge to Terabithia. Through their adventures, they discover the profound impact true friends can have in transforming their lives and fulfilling their dreams, creating a heartfelt narrative that resonates with readers of all ages.

Focusing on the transformative journey of Alice Waters, this narrative highlights her impact on American cuisine and the organic food movement. As a trailblazer for slow and sustainable eating, Waters is celebrated for her Edible Schoolyard initiative, which engages children in cultivating their own food. Her story not only showcases her culinary innovations but also emphasizes the importance of fostering a connection between youth and the origins of their meals.

Set in the kingdom of Westria, the story follows Molly, a scullery maid who escapes an unwelcoming home. Lacking education and social graces, she harbors a remarkable secret—she possesses the ability to see visions that inevitably come true. As she navigates her new life in the castle, her unique gift may hold the key to her future and the fate of those around her.

The story revolves around a bizarre phenomenon triggered by the Chillers series, where children begin to exhibit odd behavior after indulging in the latest installment. What begins with a harmless Jelly Worm craze escalates into a nationwide crisis, marked by severe headaches and a shocking serpent-related incident that sends several kids, including Franny's sister, to the hospital. As the situation spirals out of control, the urgency to uncover the truth behind the books intensifies.

The time by the lake is everything perfect about a childhood summer...and maybe it also holds the answers Max needs. Give this tender middle grade novel to readers who love the mystery, friendships, and touches of magic in novels by Rebecca Stead and Laurel Snyder! To get Max and Rosie's minds off their mother's mysterious disappearance, their grandmother, Mozelle, suggests that they visit the old log cabin where their mom spent her summers as a child. This is a place where, when it gets dark, you go to bed. But according to Mozelle, their mother had her happiest dreams during her nights at the lake. That first night, Max and Rosie travel in their dreams to an almost impossibly beautiful place where they meet a wonderful new group of friends. But was it really just a dream? Or is there something extraordinary and magical about this compound by the lake? As Max slowly grasps what is really going on, he wonders if he might have found the key to the mystery of his mother's disappearance--and how to bring her safely home.