Kids Book Index
Jennifer L. Holm
Thirteen-year-old Ellie receives an extended visit from her grandfather, Melvin, a prominent scientist whose body is that of a fourteen-year-old boy. Grandpa’s unusual situation makes it difficult for him to blend in at middle school, but Ellie is glad he is there. Through their time together, he shows Ellie that scientific experiments include mistakes and that failure belongs in the process of living.
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To Pluto and BeyondElaine ScottTo Pluto and Beyond recounts the development of the New Horizons spacecraft and its voyage to Pluto. It follows the mission through the expectations and hopes of the scientists involved. The book includes discoveries from the journey as well as images the spacecraft sends to Earth, showing how the mission reported its findings. These images accompany the discoveries described in the book.Nine to TwelveOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Brave Jane Austen: Reader, Writer, Author, RebelLisa PliscouThis picture-book biography follows Jane Austen’s early life and literary ambitions. Born in the late 1700s, she grew up when girls were largely expected to become wives and had fewer opportunities than boys. Although she had limited schooling, Austen read extensively from her father’s study and began writing stories with comic, inventive characters. The book also addresses poverty and sexism, her family’s support, and her decision to refuse a marriage proposal that would have eased her financial problems. End matter adds biographical information, letter excerpts, and sources.Nine to TwelveOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
The Titanic (Survival Tails series)Katrina CharmanMutt, a dog, sneaks aboard the Titanic with help from friends because he wants to reunite with Alice, the owner he loves. On the ship, he forms an unlikely friendship with the captain’s cat. Together, the animals try to protect three kittens, assist their humans, and survive when the Titanic sinks. The story follows their efforts to stay together during the disaster, with occasional full-page black-and-white illustrations.Nine to TwelveOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details