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The inspirational true story of how twenty-two-year-old Henny Sinding courageously helped smuggle hundreds of Jewish families in occupied Denmark to safety in Sweden during the Holocaust.

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The inspirational true story of how twenty-two-year-old Henny Sinding courageously helped smuggle hundreds of Jewish families in occupied Denmark to safety in Sweden during the Holocaust. A middle grade nonfiction novel-in-verse by award-winning author Susan Hood.It wouldn't be easy, but they had to try.It was their only chance to survive. In 1943, Henny Sinding, only twenty-two years old, and the crew of Gerda lll, a lighthouse supply boat, r...

The moving true story of how young Ukrainian Jewish piano prodigies Zhanna (alias ?Anna?) and her sister Frina outplayed their pursuers while hiding in plain sight during the Holocaust. A middle grade nonfiction novel-in-verse by award-winning author Susan Hood with Greg Dawson (Zhanna's son).She wouldn't be Zhanna. She'd use an alias. A for Anna. A for alive.When the Germans invade Ukraine, Zhanna, a young Jewish girl, must leave behind her f...

Brothers in Arms is the remarkable true story of an orphaned bear cub who grew into a World War ll hero alongside his brothers in arms from award-winning author Susan Hood and star illustrator Jamie Green. Perfect for fans of Finding Winnie. Wojtek was just an orphaned bear cub (yes, an actual wild bear!) when a group of teenaged Polish soldiers, many of whom were orphans themselves, took him into their ranks during World War ll. Wojtek quickl...

The moving true story of how young Ukrainian Jewish piano prodigies Zhanna (alias "Anna”) and her sister Frina outplayed their pursuers while hiding in plain sight during the Holocaust. A middle grade nonfiction novel-in-verse by award-winning author Susan Hood with Greg Dawson (Zhanna's son).She wouldn't be Zhanna. She'd use an alias. A for Anna. A for alive.When the Germans invade Ukraine, Zhanna, a young Jewish girl, must leave behind her f...

The whole is greater than the sum of its parts—and unity and connection are most important of all—in a beautifully illustrated counting book with a timely message. One can be one thing all on its own—one star, one stream, one stick, one stone. But those on their toes, those using their smarts, know one can be more than the sum of its parts.Consider the two slices of bread that make up one sandwich, or the three lines of poetry that form one ha...

Thoughtful and thought-provoking, this book will plant the seeds of environmental activism in young readers." —Kirkus (starred review) "I encourage everyone to read this book.” —Dr. Jane Goodall There's no doubt about it—plastic is in almost everything. From our phones and computers to our toys and utensils, plastic is everywhere. But the amount of plastic we throw away is hurting the health of our planet. With The Last Straw: Kids vs. Plastic...

Each poem and illustration shines with a personality all its own.” —Shelf Awareness (starred review)"This book has definitely made an impact on my life.” —Kitt Shapiro, daughter of Eartha KittFresh, accessible, and inspiring, Shaking Things Up introduces fourteen revolutionary young women—each paired with a noteworthy female artist—to the next generation of activists, trail-blazers, and rabble-rousers.From the award-winning author of Ada's Vio...

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This page-turning true-life adventure is filled with rich and riveting details and a timeless understanding of the things that matter most."—Dashka Slater, author of The 57 Bus "Brilliantly told in verse, readers will love Ken Sparks." —Patricia Reilly Giff, two-time Newbery Honor winner "Lyrical, terrifying, and even at times funny. A richly detailed account of a little-known event in World War II." —Kirkus Reviews "Middle grade Titanic fans,...

Was ist schon GROSS ohne KLEIN nebendran? Woran misst sich KURZ, wenn nicht an LANG? Und weißt du, was OBEN und was UNTEN ist? Das hängt ganz davon ab, wo du selber bist! Ein Ausflug in die Welt der Gegensätze, der zeigt, dass der erste Eindruck nicht immer stimmt. Manchmal lohnt es sich eben, genau hinzuschauen.

Follow the remarkable true story of 11-year-old Titan, his Wild Boars soccer teammates, and their coach who went exploring the Tham Luang Caves in Chiang Rai, Thailand, only to become trapped inside by monsoon rains, written by acclaimed author Hood in collaboration with respected reporter Sornhiran, who witnessed the events firsthand. Full color.

From the award-winning author of "The Tooth Mouse" comes a novel based on the true story of a boy's harrowing experience on a lifeboat after surviving a torpedo attack during World War II.

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