Roz is a robot who finds herself booting up on the banks of a wild island. Through lots of trial and error Roz learns how to live as a robot in the wiRoz is a robot who finds herself booting up on the banks of a wild island. Through lots of trial and error Roz learns how to live as a robot in the wild but struggles with making friends. She is a robot. Robots don't normally need to make friends. Through a series of unfortunate events, Roz becomes the adoptive mother of a baby goose. This accident, turns Roz's whole world around, learning how to make friends, become a mother, and build a community. The big question remains though; what will happen when Roz's makers come looking for her?
A fun, heartfelt chapter book about becoming your true self and creating your own community. I enjoyed the simplicity of this story along with the way that it was told. The intermittent illustrations were sweet and a fun way to add to the story. I love the idea that a robot can become such a "humanistic" character and fight for the family that it believes in.
I'll be the unpopular opinion. The premise sounded promising—a friendship between two Sophies, one is 11 years old and the other 88, and the younger SI'll be the unpopular opinion. The premise sounded promising—a friendship between two Sophies, one is 11 years old and the other 88, and the younger Sophie helps the elder Sophie remember parts of her childhood long forgotten—but it just didn't do much for me.
When Maddie's brother, Strum, vanishes from his college campus, her life seems to shatter. Strum used to tell her everything, but now he's missing, anWhen Maddie's brother, Strum, vanishes from his college campus, her life seems to shatter. Strum used to tell her everything, but now he's missing, and she wonders if things will ever be the same again. This novel in verse is a quick read that weaves together music, environmental issues, family, and friendships.
When Maddie's brother, Strum, vanishes from his college campus, her life seems to shatter. Strum used to tell her everything, but now he's missing, and she wonders if things will ever be the same again. This novel in verse is a quick read that weaves together music, environmental issues, family, and friendships.
A teacher challenges her students to come up with the scariest stories they can think of, so you get five spooky tales told in a graphic novel format.A teacher challenges her students to come up with the scariest stories they can think of, so you get five spooky tales told in a graphic novel format. Entertaining and just creepy enough! Perfect for fans of Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark.
Young Arthur first meets the pale bear when a sailor shoves him in the bear's cage as punishment for stealing a meal. The bear doesn't react to ArthurYoung Arthur first meets the pale bear when a sailor shoves him in the bear's cage as punishment for stealing a meal. The bear doesn't react to Arthur the way you'd expect a bear to react to an intruder, but the boy and the bear share a special connection. Because he can calm the bear so easily, Arthur is tasked with accompanying the bear from Norway to England as the bear is a gift from one king to another. The journey is perilous and Arthur's freedom rests in his ability to keep the bear alive until they reach the king. The story was filled with adventure and based on true(ish) events. Although I enjoyed the book, I couldn't help but feel sad about the bear in captivity. I guess the history of man's exploitation of exotic animals goes way back....more
This beautiful, wordless graphic novel is stunning. A space explorer tween stumbles upon an Earth of the near future. It appears that there are not huThis beautiful, wordless graphic novel is stunning. A space explorer tween stumbles upon an Earth of the near future. It appears that there are not human inhabitants left on the planet, which has seen it's own destruction from meteors. As the girl explores she discovers images from the past that juxtapose pretty clearly with what she sees in the present. You are guessing up to the last page as to whether there are actually any humans remaining and whether our space explorer with find a human connection for herself. The illustrators are masters at storytelling without words and paint a compelling future for the human race. Really delightful!
It's the Autumn Equinox Festival and Ben and some of his friends set out to see if the paper lanterns that are released every year really do float outIt's the Autumn Equinox Festival and Ben and some of his friends set out to see if the paper lanterns that are released every year really do float out of river and into the Milky Way! They make a pact to follow the path and never turn back until they have their answer, but as the night unfolds only Ben and Nathaniel remain. Along their journey, the two boys meet unexpected allies (and foes) and grow a magical friendship.
This beautiful and thoughtful wordless graphic novel tells the story of how Bunny and Tree become the friends of a lifetime. Tree first meets bunny whThis beautiful and thoughtful wordless graphic novel tells the story of how Bunny and Tree become the friends of a lifetime. Tree first meets bunny when bunny's life is being threatened by a predator. Tree wants to help so they go on a long journey to find just the right place to live that is a safe harbor. Once they find the perfect place, tree is planted and lends shelter to all bunnies near and far. In return the bunnies help spread tree's seeds throughout the land. In the end both the bunnies and the trees live happily forever. It is just such a cute and lovely story about how we are all connected and how we can all make a difference in another creatures life.
This is a wordless graphic novel that uses only two colors in the illustrations. The girl in the story finds a fantastical creature, a rose wolf, who This is a wordless graphic novel that uses only two colors in the illustrations. The girl in the story finds a fantastical creature, a rose wolf, who has a disability similar to her own. The two of them become fast friends, but soon they realize that the wolf doesn't belong in the house with the girl...he must return to his wild roots. The story is magical, beautiful, and heart-warming!
Leandro lives in post-apocalyptic world where the Earth is barren and ancient prejudices rule the pecking order of his settlement. He is doing everythLeandro lives in post-apocalyptic world where the Earth is barren and ancient prejudices rule the pecking order of his settlement. He is doing everything that he can to survive and care for his sister, Gabi. That is until he is banished and has to make a choice about his future. Leandro discovers an entirely different world than he had been told to fear. Nothing is as it seems and Leandro, along with an eclectic group of misfits, set out to free the people of their settlement once and for all.
It is brilliant to have this story told in the form of a legend, passed down from one generation to the next. Very well written and definitely worth the time to read, this story is a great allegory for our own past, and possibly, future. I found the first half to be pretty slow going and the second half to be pretty spectacular. Donna Barba Higuera weaves in the beliefs of the Hispanic populations with such beauty and originality that it is a pleasure to behold.
For those who find Spanish completely foreign, there are some bits that may be more difficult to understand, as they are in Spanish. You can infer meaning or use a quick translator to help you out. I personally love the mixed in Spanish. It fits with the characters and narrative so well.
This novel in verse in about a neurodivergent girl named Selah, who feels like she has to try extra hard to be normal. Following all the so-called "noThis novel in verse in about a neurodivergent girl named Selah, who feels like she has to try extra hard to be normal. Following all the so-called "normal" rules proves to be too much for Selah to handle. When an incident at school puts her future at Pebblecreek Academy in jeopardy, she must figure out a way to show that being different is okay.
Lily is attending a new school and doesn't want to go. At home she has discovered that she has some supernatural abilities and hopes to keep in under Lily is attending a new school and doesn't want to go. At home she has discovered that she has some supernatural abilities and hopes to keep in under wraps at her new school. Once she gets to school, she is in for a surprise...she has been secretly selected for this particular school because it is a school of witchcraft! As Lily learns about her new world she has to discover just what her powers are while also making friends and trying to save everyone.
I read this book in Spanish with Spanish being my second language. I use books to practice my Spanish and this was great for that! I was able to follow the story easily but really the illustrations are where this book shines. The concept is fun and my daughter looked through it and was able to enjoy it as well!
Loved this graphic novel! It's based on the true story of a young conservationist who is determined to return Sorya, a captive-raised sun bear, to theLoved this graphic novel! It's based on the true story of a young conservationist who is determined to return Sorya, a captive-raised sun bear, to the wild. If you're an animal lover, I have no doubt that you'll enjoy this story.
If you loved the first book in the Coyote Sunrise series, you will also love this one. Coyote and her dad, Rodeo, are on a new adventure in their bus.If you loved the first book in the Coyote Sunrise series, you will also love this one. Coyote and her dad, Rodeo, are on a new adventure in their bus. A lot has been changing in their world. Coyote now goes to a public school and struggles to make friends, Rodeo has a new (girl?) friend, and now the world is changing around them due to the Corona Virus. With an old friend and some new ones, they take to the road on a mission to bury Coyote's mom's cremains. As you can guess, there are lots of twists, turns, and high emotions as the story unfolds.
This book hit me in the feels and had some tears rolling down my face. I could feel the love all around Coyote and I found that to be the most touching and unexpected surprise from this book. It isn't often that a book can inject those feelings directly into your heart, so you know it is special when it does. The audiobook narrator is the same as the first books and just does a really amazing job conveying everything in the book.
I'm learning to enjoy graphic novels more and more. I especially liked that this one had sporty-girl-power vibes, but when I put it up against some otI'm learning to enjoy graphic novels more and more. I especially liked that this one had sporty-girl-power vibes, but when I put it up against some other similar reads (like Hoops or Play Like a Girl), it just fell a little short of the mark for me.
I don't know how I missed reading this book back in 2018! When India becomes independent and splits into two different countries, Nisha and her familyI don't know how I missed reading this book back in 2018! When India becomes independent and splits into two different countries, Nisha and her family become refugees. The original plan to travel by train to their new home falls apart as the country becomes more dangerous, and they are forced to continue their journey on foot. Nisha can't bear to leave the place that is her only connection to her dead mother. Even though she can't take much, Nisha brings her diary, and remains close to her mom by writing her letters throughout their journey. An emotional, middle-grade novel that's definitely worth a read!
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