middle grade
She Holds Up the Stars
"This compelling novel will introduce young readers to the complexities of modern indigeneity and resilience.”—Eden Robinson, author of Monkey Beach and Son of Trickster.
A young Indigenous girl searching ...
Living With Viola
“Unforgettable . . . will shake middle grade readers to the core.”—School Library Journal, starred review
“Beautifully illustrated, relatable, and genuine.” —Molly Brooks, creator of Sanity ...
Chasing Bats and Tracking Rats
Gripping narrative non-fiction with STEM and social justice themes that proves cities can be surprisingly wild places—and why understanding urban nature matters.
What can city bees tell us about climate ...
Rising Star (Cross Ups, Book 3)
The continuing adventures of Jaden, Cali, and the Cross Ups crew.
When Jaden gets a call inviting him to Comicon to test out a new version of his favorite game, Cross Ups, he is thrilled . . . sort of. ...
Anyone's Game (Cross Ups, Book 2)
What’s up with Cali? Why does she keep changing her gamer tag?
It’s summertime, and even though his good friend Cali moved to another city, Jaden can connect with her online almost every day to play ...
Tournament Trouble (Cross Ups, Book 1)
An exciting new middle reader series.
All twelve-year-old Jaden wants to do is be the best at Cross Ups, the video game he and his friends can’t stop playing. He knows he could be—if only he didn’t ...
Basketballogy
Everything you wanted to know about basketball—and more!
For die-hard basketball fans and casual spectators alike, this collection of fascinating facts about the game will be a welcome addition to their ...
Baseballogy
The most unusual baseball facts you’ll ever find!
Referred to as “America’s National Pastime,” and “The Greatest Sport on Earth,” baseball has captured the hearts and imaginations of millions ...
War Brothers
The unforgettable novel about one child soldier’s struggle with friendship, courage, and resilience.
Jacob is a 14-year-old Ugandan who is sent away to a boys’ school. Once there, he assures his friend ...
The Chinese Thought of It
Acupuncture, gun powder and the secrets to spinning silk are innovations that we have come to associate with China. But did you know that the Chinese also invented the umbrella? And toilet paper, initially ...