Scholastic

"In an accessible, conversational tone...Jemison offers insight into her remarkable life, from her announcement in kindergarten, in 1961, that she wanted 'to be a scientist' to her realization of her dream as 'the first woman of color in the world to travel into space.' ...a testimony to the power of setting goals and the strength of character...

In November 1960, all of America watched as a tiny 6-year-old black girl, surrounded by federal marshals, walked through a mob of screaming segregationists and into her school. An icon of the civil rights movement, Ruby Bridges chronicles each dramatic step of this pivotal event in history. Use this book to teach the trait: Organization...

With the help of her younger sister and a family of dolls, Amy solves an old and haunting mystery. "A successful full-bodied work."-Booklist....

When 17-year-old warrior Lidsmod is charged with watching over Wiglaf, a 13-year-old captive with a withered arm, he doesn't expect to have anything to say to someone so different than himself. In a novel that asks your child to think about the cost of battle and the true test of courage, a warrior and a weakling discover they have much to learn...

Bartoletti has taken one episode from her Newbery Honor Book "Hitler Youth" and fleshed it out into thought-provoking novel, telling the story of a 16-year-old German youth who dared to stand up against the Nazis....

A fine science artist and author, Arnosky compiles meticulous first-hand observations of the life cycle, habitat and behaviors of each of his subjects. He creates appealing picture books with thorough and informative text, accompanied by colorful and accurate drawings. "Recommended with enthusiasm."-Kirkus....