Theme: freedoms

The Secret Footprints

By Book Importer | Published: June 17, 2010

The Dominican legend of the ciguapas, creatures who lived in underwater caves and whose feet were on backward so that humans couldn’t follow their footprints, is reinvented by renowned author Julia Alvarez. Although the ciguapas fear humans, Guapa, a bold and brave ciguapa, can’t help but be curious–especially about a boy she sees on the [...]

Descriptors: Caribbean, Dominican Republic, Folklore, Primary (ages 6-9) » Other Themes: , , , , , , , » Leave a comment

The Dragonfly Pool

By Book Importer | Published: February 22, 2010

A beloved New York Times bestselling author returns to paper! At first Tally doesn’t want to go to the boarding school called Delderton. But soon she discovers that it’s a wonderful place, where freedom and selfexpression are valued. Enamored of Bergania, a erene and peaceful country led by a noble king, Tally organizes a dance [...]

Descriptors: England (UK), Historical Fiction, Intermediate (ages 9-14), Young Adult (ages 14-18) » Other Themes: , , , » Leave a comment

Running On The Cracks

By Book Importer | Published: February 22, 2010

Leo’s running from her past. Finlay’s running into trouble. Together, they stumble into a crazy new world of secrets, lies, and Chinese food. But someone is on Leo’s trail . . . Eccentric, unforgettable characters and genuine, heart-pounding suspense make for a stunning combination as celebrated author Julia Donaldson expands her talents in her first [...]

Descriptors: England (UK), Realistic Fiction, Young Adult (ages 14-18) » Other Themes: , , , , , » 1 Comment

Flight to Freedom

By Book Importer | Published: October 1, 2009

In Flight to Freedom, Anna Veciana-Suarez brings us Yara, an eighth-grader who lives in a middle-class neighborhood of 1967 Havana, Cuba. Her parents, who do not share the political beliefs of the Communist party, finally are forces to flee Cuba with their children to Miami, Florida. There, Yara records in her diary the difficulties she [...]

Descriptors: Caribbean, Cuba, Intermediate (ages 9-14), Realistic Fiction, Young Adult (ages 14-18) » Other Themes: , , , , , , » 1 Comment

Changes in Latitudes

By Yoo Kyung Sung | Published: December 1, 2008

Sixteen-year-old Travis is looking for a good time. A vacation in Mexico with his mother, sister, and little brother might cramp his style, but he’s willing to take that risk for a chance to cruise the beaches.Travis soon discovers that even with his headphones and shades, he can’t completely cut himself off from his family’s [...]

Descriptors: Americas, Fiction, Mexico, Young Adult (ages 14-18) » Other Themes: , , , , , , , » Leave a comment

The Disappeared

By Yoo Kyung Sung | Published: December 1, 2008

A riveting tale about love and sacrifice by a National Book Award winner. The Disappeared. Los desaparecidos. This is the name given to those who opposed Argentina’s dictatorial government and were kidnapped to ensure their silence. With her hometown of Buenos Aires ensconsced in the political nightmare, Silvia devises a plan to save her missing [...]

Descriptors: Argentina, Latin America, Realistic Fiction, Young Adult (ages 14-18) » Other Themes: , , , , , , , » Leave a comment