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The city of Ember

DuPrau, Jeanne.


In the year 241, twelve-year-old Lina trades jobs on Assignment Day to be a Messenger to run to new places in her decaying but beloved city, perhaps even to glimpse Unknown Regions.
Date Published:2003

Sisters

Telgemeier, Raina.


"Three weeks. Two sisters. One car. A true story. Raina can't wait to be a big sister. But once Amara is born, things aren't quite how she expected them to be. Amara is cute, but she's also a cranky, grouchy baby, and mostly prefers to play by herself. Their relationship doesn't improve much over the years. But when a baby brother enters the picture, and later, when something doesn't seem right between their parents, they realize they must figure out how to get along. They are sisters, after all."--Publisher information
Date Published:2014

"Three weeks. Two sisters. One car. A true story. Raina can't wait to be a big sister. But once Amara is born, things aren't quite how she expected them to be. Amara is cute, but she's also a cranky, grouchy baby, and mostly prefers to play by herself. Their relationship doesn't improve much over the years. But when a baby brother enters the picture, and later, when something doesn't seem right between their parents, they realize they must figure out how to get along. They are sisters, after all."--Publisher information

Date Published:2014

Almost American girl : an illustrated memoir /

Ha, Robin,


Includes glossary. "For as long as she can remember, it's been Robin and her mom against the world. Growing up as the only child of a single mother in Seoul, Korea, wasn't always easy, but it has bonded them fiercely together. So when a vacation to visit friends in Huntsville, Alabama, unexpectedly becomes a permanent relocation--following her mother's announcement that she's getting married--Robin is devastated. Overnight, her life changes. She is dropped into a new school where she doesn't understand the language and struggles to keep up. She is completely cut off from her friends in Seoul and has no access to her beloved comics. At home, she doesn't fit in with her new stepfamily, and worst of all, she is furious with the one person she is closest to--her mother. Then one day Robin's mother enrolls her in a local comic drawing class, which opens the window to a future Robin could never have imagined" --Amazon.com.
Date Published:2020

Includes glossary. "For as long as she can remember, it's been Robin and her mom against the world. Growing up as the only child of a single mother in Seoul, Korea, wasn't always easy, but it has bonded them fiercely together. So when a vacation to visit friends in Huntsville, Alabama, unexpectedly becomes a permanent relocation--following her mother's announcement that she's getting married--Robin is devastated. Overnight, her life changes. She is dropped into a new school where she doesn't understand the language and struggles to keep up. She is completely cut off from her friends in Seoul and has no access to her beloved comics. At home, she doesn't fit in with her new stepfamily, and worst of all, she is furious with the one person she is closest to--her mother. Then one day Robin's mother enrolls her in a local comic drawing class, which opens the window to a future Robin could never have imagined" --Amazon.com.

Date Published:2020

Holes

Sachar, Louis.


As further evidence of his family's bad fortune which they attribute to a curse on a distant relative, Stanley Yelnats is sent to a hellish correctional camp in the Texas desert where he finds his first real friend, a treasure, and a new sense of himself.
Date Published:1998

Ghost boys

Rhodes, Jewell Parker,


Includes an updated Afterword, Discussion Guide, and Further Resources. "After seventh-grader Jerome is shot by a white police officer, he observes the aftermath of his death and meets the ghosts of other fallen black boys including historical figure Emmett Till"--Provided by publisher. $a Twelve-year old Jerome is the latest victim, shot by a white police officer who mistakes his toy gun for a threat. As a ghost, he observes the devastation that's been unleashed on his family and community in the wake of what they see as an unjust and brutal killing. Once again Jewell Parker Rhodes deftly weaves historical and sociopolitical layers into a gripping and poignant story about how children and families face the complexities of today's world.
Date Published:2018

Includes an updated Afterword, Discussion Guide, and Further Resources. "After seventh-grader Jerome is shot by a white police officer, he observes the aftermath of his death and meets the ghosts of other fallen black boys including historical figure Emmett Till"--Provided by publisher. $a Twelve-year old Jerome is the latest victim, shot by a white police officer who mistakes his toy gun for a threat. As a ghost, he observes the devastation that's been unleashed on his family and community in the wake of what they see as an unjust and brutal killing. Once again Jewell Parker Rhodes deftly weaves historical and sociopolitical layers into a gripping and poignant story about how children and families face the complexities of today's world.

Date Published:2018

Ghostopolis

TenNapel, Douglas


"Garth Hale is as good as dead ... The only problem is he's still alive. When Garth Hale is accidentally zapped into the ghost world by Frank Gallows, a washed-up ghost wrangler, he discovers that he has special powers. Soon he finds himself on the run from the evil ruler of Ghostopolis, who wants to use Garth's newfound abilities to tighten his grip on the spirit world. After Garth meets Cecil, his grandfather's ghost, the two search for a way to get Garth back home, nearly losing hope until Frank Gallows shows up to fix his mistake."--Cover.
Date Published:2010

"Garth Hale is as good as dead ... The only problem is he's still alive. When Garth Hale is accidentally zapped into the ghost world by Frank Gallows, a washed-up ghost wrangler, he discovers that he has special powers. Soon he finds himself on the run from the evil ruler of Ghostopolis, who wants to use Garth's newfound abilities to tighten his grip on the spirit world. After Garth meets Cecil, his grandfather's ghost, the two search for a way to get Garth back home, nearly losing hope until Frank Gallows shows up to fix his mistake."--Cover.

Date Published:2010

Harry Potter and the philosopher's stone

Rowling, J. K.


This record reflects various editions. Harry Potter thinks he is an ordinary boy, that is, until he is rescued by an owl, taken to Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizarding, learns to play quidditch and does battle in a deadly duel.
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1912, le naufrage du Titanic

Tarshis, Lauren.


Traduction de : I survived the sinking of the Titanic, 1912. George Calder, 10 ans, a du mal à croire sa chance : avec sa petite soeur, Phoebe, ils traversent l'océan sur le célèbre bateau Titanic accompagnés de leur tante Daisy. Le bateau regorge d'espaces excitants à explorer. Mais alors que George se trouve dans une cabine de rangement de première classe, un BOUM terrifiant fait trembler tout le bateau... Soudain, il y a de l'eau partout et la vie de George est marquée à jamais. Ten-year-old George Calder can't believe his luck — he and his little sister, Phoebe, are on the famous Titanic, crossing the ocean with their Aunt Daisy. The ship is full of exciting places to explore, but when George ventures into the first class storage cabin, a terrible boom shakes the entire boat. Suddenly, water is everywhere, and George's life changes forever. Original title: The Sinking of the Titanic, 1912 -- Amazon .
Date Published:2015

Traduction de : I survived the sinking of the Titanic, 1912. George Calder, 10 ans, a du mal à croire sa chance : avec sa petite soeur, Phoebe, ils traversent l'océan sur le célèbre bateau Titanic accompagnés de leur tante Daisy. Le bateau regorge d'espaces excitants à explorer. Mais alors que George se trouve dans une cabine de rangement de première classe, un BOUM terrifiant fait trembler tout le bateau... Soudain, il y a de l'eau partout et la vie de George est marquée à jamais. Ten-year-old George Calder can't believe his luck — he and his little sister, Phoebe, are on the famous Titanic, crossing the ocean with their Aunt Daisy. The ship is full of exciting places to explore, but when George ventures into the first class storage cabin, a terrible boom shakes the entire boat. Suddenly, water is everywhere, and George's life changes forever. Original title: The Sinking of the Titanic, 1912 -- Amazon .

Date Published:2015

Ghost circles

Smith, Jeff, 1960-


The Bone cousins struggle to reach the city of Atheia. In their way is an ancient evil called the Locust.
Date Published:2008

Catching fire

Collins, Suzanne.


By winning the annual Hunger Games, District 12 tributes Katniss Everdeen and Peeta Mellark have secured a life of safety and plenty for themselves and their families, but because they won by defying the rules, they unwittingly become the faces of an impending rebellion.
Date Published:2014

Smile

Telgemeier, Raina.


"This graphic novel is based on personal experiences, though some names have been changed and certain characters, places and incidents have been modified in service of the story". Raina just wants to be a normal sixth grader. But one night after girl scouts she trips and falls, severely injuring her two front teeth. What follows is a long and frustrating journey with the on-again, off-again braces, surgery, embarrassing headgear, and even a retainer with fake teeth attached. And on top of all that, there's still more to deal with: a major earthquake, boy confusion, and friends that turn out to be not so friendly. Raina's story takes us from middle school to high school, where she discovers an artistic voice, finds out what true friendship really means and when she can finally smile.
Date Published:2010

"This graphic novel is based on personal experiences, though some names have been changed and certain characters, places and incidents have been modified in service of the story". Raina just wants to be a normal sixth grader. But one night after girl scouts she trips and falls, severely injuring her two front teeth. What follows is a long and frustrating journey with the on-again, off-again braces, surgery, embarrassing headgear, and even a retainer with fake teeth attached. And on top of all that, there's still more to deal with: a major earthquake, boy confusion, and friends that turn out to be not so friendly. Raina's story takes us from middle school to high school, where she discovers an artistic voice, finds out what true friendship really means and when she can finally smile.

Date Published:2010

Haunted Canada : true ghost stories /

Hancock, Pat.


A collection of chilling true ghost stories from all across Canada, from poltergeists who terrorize hunters in a remote cabin, to a man who gets frightened to death in a graveyard.
Date Published:2003

Old man's cave

Smith, Jeff, 1960-


"The complete Bone adventures"--Cover. A showdown with the rat creatures and a secret ceremony by moonlight; revelations and battles: The Bone cousins are in the thick of it again! The thrilling Bone saga continues in book six. As war spreads through the valley, the Bone cousins join Gran'ma Ben and Lucius at Old Man's Cave to make a stand against the rat creatures. But not everything goes as planned. By the end of the book, Phoney Bone is strapped to a stone altar and about to be sacrificed; Thorn is lying lifeless nearby; and the rumblings of an earthquake suggest that the Lord of the Locusts is about to be released. Fone and Smiley Bone must do something drastic to save their friends. -- Amazon.
Date Published:1999

"The complete Bone adventures"--Cover. A showdown with the rat creatures and a secret ceremony by moonlight; revelations and battles: The Bone cousins are in the thick of it again! The thrilling Bone saga continues in book six. As war spreads through the valley, the Bone cousins join Gran'ma Ben and Lucius at Old Man's Cave to make a stand against the rat creatures. But not everything goes as planned. By the end of the book, Phoney Bone is strapped to a stone altar and about to be sacrificed; Thorn is lying lifeless nearby; and the rumblings of an earthquake suggest that the Lord of the Locusts is about to be released. Fone and Smiley Bone must do something drastic to save their friends. -- Amazon.

Date Published:1999

Noémie : adieu, grand-maman /

Tibo, Gilles, 1951- .


Noémie a une prémonition: sa grand-mère est malade. Elle quitte l'école, court chez elle, découvre qu'elle prend des médicaments, se rend à la pharmacie et la retrouve finalement à la clinique. Elles partent toutes deux ensemble. Grand-maman a une faiblesse sur la rue. Noémie doit retourner à l'école. Au retour, une ambulance veut amener sa grand-mère à l'hôpital. Oui, mais pas sans elle! Rien ne va plus pour grand-maman Lumbago, elle doit être hospitalisée. Il faut lui apporter des effets. Noémie ne peut cacher le serin, mais le chat se laisse faire. Tous sont inquiets. Noémie a une autre prémonition: grand-maman est morte. Il se rendent tous en vitesse à l'hôpital, poussent la porte et trouvent la vieille dame... assise dans son lit, la fourchette à la main. Pour le grand plaisir de tous les amis de grand-maman Lumbago, celle-ci n'est pas décédée et nous la reverrons.
Date Published:2000

Noémie a une prémonition: sa grand-mère est malade. Elle quitte l'école, court chez elle, découvre qu'elle prend des médicaments, se rend à la pharmacie et la retrouve finalement à la clinique. Elles partent toutes deux ensemble. Grand-maman a une faiblesse sur la rue. Noémie doit retourner à l'école. Au retour, une ambulance veut amener sa grand-mère à l'hôpital. Oui, mais pas sans elle! Rien ne va plus pour grand-maman Lumbago, elle doit être hospitalisée. Il faut lui apporter des effets. Noémie ne peut cacher le serin, mais le chat se laisse faire. Tous sont inquiets. Noémie a une autre prémonition: grand-maman est morte. Il se rendent tous en vitesse à l'hôpital, poussent la porte et trouvent la vieille dame... assise dans son lit, la fourchette à la main. Pour le grand plaisir de tous les amis de grand-maman Lumbago, celle-ci n'est pas décédée et nous la reverrons.

Date Published:2000

Drame

Telgemeier, Raina.


Traduction de: Drama. Un charmant et amusant récit portant sur l'amitié, les coups de coeur et le drame . . . sur scène et en coulisses!
Date Published:2013

Noémie. La boite mysterieuse

Tibo, Gilles, 1951-



Date Published:2000

Diary of a wimpy kid : the ugly truth /

Kinney, Jeff.


Can Greg deal with the pressures of boy-girl parties, increased responsiblities, and the awkward changes that come with getting older without his best friend Rowley? Or will he have to face the "ugly truth"? .
Date Published:2010

Diary of a wimpy kid : the last straw /

Kinney, Jeff.


Middle-schooler Greg Heffley nimbly sidesteps his father's attempts to change Greg's wimpy ways until his father threatens to send him to military school.
Date Published:2009

Stargirl

Spinelli, Jerry.


In this story about the perils of popularity, the courage of nonconformity, and the thrill of first love, an eccentric student named Stargirl changes Mica High School.
Date Published:2000

Amulet. 1, The stonekeeper

Kibuishi, Kazu, 1978-


"After the tragic death of their father, Emily and Navin move with their mother to the home of her deceased great-grandfather, but the strange house proves to be dangerous. Before long, a sinister creature lures the kids' mom through a door in the basement. Em and Navin, desperate not to lose her, follow her into an underground world inhabited by demons, robots, and talking animals. Eventually, they enlist the help of a small mechanical rabbit named Miskit. Together with Miskit, they face the most terrifying monster of all, and Em finally has the chance to save someone she loves" -- from publisher's web site.
Date Published:2008

"After the tragic death of their father, Emily and Navin move with their mother to the home of her deceased great-grandfather, but the strange house proves to be dangerous. Before long, a sinister creature lures the kids' mom through a door in the basement. Em and Navin, desperate not to lose her, follow her into an underground world inhabited by demons, robots, and talking animals. Eventually, they enlist the help of a small mechanical rabbit named Miskit. Together with Miskit, they face the most terrifying monster of all, and Em finally has the chance to save someone she loves" -- from publisher's web site.

Date Published:2008