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It's 1911 in Pennsylvania coal country, and Corey must work at the mines to help support his family in this exciting historical novel. 5 1/2 x 8 5/16.

In 1911 Pennsylvania Coal Country, can Corey overcome the panic attacks that prevent him from helping support his family?Corey is just a kid, but his family needs him to chip in. He's dropped out of school and works as a breaker boy—picking out coal impurities from bins—in the coal mines of Pennsylvania. But after a skating accident nearly kills Corey, he begins having panic attacks and nightmares. Corey turns to Mrs. Chudzik, a strange and my...

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Twelve-year-old Poppy is an orphan living in a bad neighborhood in Chicago, pick pocketing so that she has a place to sleep at night. Justin's world couldn't be more different--his father owns a jewelry store--but when he and Poppy meet, they become fast friends, thanks in part to Justin's sweet pet goat. Through their friendship, Poppy realizes that she doesn't want to be a thief anymore and she begins to feel like she may have a place with J...

After Wendy is kidnapped by her own mother, the only way she can survive wartime Germany is with the help of a special dog and the family she never knew she had in this historically accurate, standalone companion to Shadows on the Sea.1942. Berlin, Germany. How did Wendy end up in such a place? Just a few months ago, she was enjoying her time in Maine, supporting the American war effort. But she was kidnapped, then betrayed by her own mother, ...

It's 1929 and thirteen-year-old Tom Campbell has always wanted a real family with a real house and a dog of his very own. When he is sent to live and work with a fisherman and his wife, he finally sees his dream within reach. And when he rescues a dog in the middle of a squall, Tom feels as if he and the dog have found a home at last. Ages 8-12.

After Wendy is kidnapped, the only way she can survive World War II Germany is with the help of a special dog and the family she never knew she had in this historically accurate, standalone companion to Shadows on the Sea that Kirkus Reviews calls "a stimulating blend of suspense and history.”1942. Berlin, Germany. How did Wendy end up in such a place? Just a few months ago, she was enjoying her time in Maine, supporting the American war effor...

1942. The United States is at war with Germany. Fourteen-year-old Jill Winter's mother is traveling to Newfoundland to be with Jill's sick uncle and must pass through the treacherous North Atlantic where German submarines -- U-boats -- stalk like wolves. Jill's father, a famous pop singer, is on tour, so Jill is sent to Winter Haven, Maine, to stay with Nana. Quarry, a local boy, says that "gossip ain't never been so good, " and Jill soon disc...

1912. Twelve-year-old Maggie Wells lives in the port village of Bonnie Bay in Newfoundland, where a statute has been passed outlawing all non-sheepherding dogs. Maggie swears she'll protect her beloved Newfoundland dog, Sirius, by hiding him if she must. Sirius is named after the brightest star in the sky, which is in the constellation of Canis Major, the Great Dog -- and he more than lives up to his name. He hauls firewood across the frozen b...

1942. The U.S. is at war with Germany. Fourteen-year-old Jill Winter's mother is traveling to Newfoundland and must pass through the treacherous North Atlantic, where German submarines -- U-boats -- stalk like wolves. Jill's father, a famous pop singer, is on tour, so Jill is sent to Winter Haven, Maine, to stay with Nana. Quarry, a local boy, says that "gossip ain't never been so good, " and Jill soon discovers he's right -- Winter Haven is f...

It's the summer of 1935, and in the sleepy Florida Keys, thirteen-year-old Jake Pitney's life is quiet and easy. But all of this changes once Jake begins helping out the town's eccentric fisherman, Sharkey, with work. On a trip to Key West, Jake is dumbfounded when Sharkey buys a mule named Jewel and her faithful sidekick, a dog named Rudy. Despite their troublemaking ways, Jake grows fond of the mischievous duo and their owner. All the while,...

The bestselling author of "Star in the Storm" pens a thrilling new story about family, loyalty, and the bond between a lonely boy and a remarkable dog.

In 1775, on the eve of the Revolutionary War, disagreements between the Whigs and the Tories are intense, and 14-year-old Hannah Andrews is suddenly in the middle. Together with her beloved horse, Hannah takes a bold step to fight for freedom.

Award-winning author Harlow ("Blown Away") returns to the shores of Newfoundland in 1965 in this exciting story of a girl and love for a herd of wild ponies.

From the bestselling author of "Star in the Storm" comes a gripping story of strength and determination in the face of uncontrollable circumstances. Based on actual events, Harlow's tale explores friendship, loyalty, loss, and ultimately, hope.

Justin, a jeweler's son, and Poppy, a street orphan, meet and become friends in the days before the Great Chicago Fire of 1871.

Award-winning author Harlow ("Blown Away") returns to the shores of Newfoundland in 1965 in this exciting story of a girl and love for a herd of wild ponies.

Twelve-year-old Maggie's beloved Newfoundland dog, Sirius, must be kept a secret because of a village rule that only sheepdogs are allowed in her coastal community. When a steamer runs aground off the coast, Sirius finally has a chance to prove himself to the entire village.

It's been a bad year for 13-year-old Joshua Harper. His father has died, his voice has changed, so he can't sing in the Boston Boys' Choir anymore, and he's quit school to work. When disaster strikes, Joshua finds the place--and the voice--he thought he'd lost. Illustrations. Map.