Explores the life of the dangerous and destructive dictator Adolf Hitler whose aggressive foreign policies set off World War II and caused the deaths of over 6 million Jews.
Young Adult (ages 14-18)
Material appropriate for young adults
Icefire
While researching the existence of dragons for an essay that could win him a trip to the Arctic, Chris realizes that an ancient treasure may exist there, guarded by bears, and that he has some role in its protection. Sequel to A fire within.
The Land And People Of The Soviet Union
Introduces the history, geography, people, culture, government, and economy of the Soviet Union.
Heart Of A Jaguar
Balam, a Mayan boy struggling to achieve manhood, participates in fasts, prayers, and rituals to appease the gods and bring rain to his village.
Memories Of Sun: Stories Of Africa And America
A collection of short stories and poems by authors from both continents about life in various African countries and some of the experiences and impressions of Americans in Africa and of Africans in America.
Teenage Refugees From Bosnia-Herzegovina Speak Out
Introduces the history and political situation in Bosnia and Herzegovina, and presents young refugees, who describe the reasons why they had to leave, their travels as refugees, and their experiences adjusting to a new country.
An African In Greenland
A native of Africa, the author recounts how a picture book about Greenland inspired him to embark on a life-changing journey that would last for ten years, leading him ultimately to Greenland. Includes photos.
Eva Underground
In 1978, a high school senior is forced by her widowed father to move from their comfortable Chicago suburb to help with an underground education movement in communist Poland.
Victor: A Novel Based On The Life Of The Savage Of Aveyron
A novel based on the work of Dr. Jean Marc Itard who spent the years shortly after the French Revolution working with a ‘savage’ boy whom he called Victor, trying to prove he was not an idiot and to teach him how to live in human society.
Darkness Be My Friend
Airlifted out of their own country to the safe haven of New Zealand after an enemy invasion of their homeland, Ellie and her friends return to Australia as guides for soldiers who plan an attack on the airfield. Fourth in the Tomorrow series.