Joy Coy's Library
Woodlawn Elementary
| ISBN | Title | Author | Description | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9781338208252 | The Time We Ran Away and other short stories | |||
| 0439831032 | The Trumpet of the Swan | |||
| 0140320970 | The Twenty-One Balloons | |||
| 9780345339713 | The Two Towers | John Ronald Reuel Tolkien | The standard hardcover edition of the second volume of The Lord of the Rings includes a large format fold-out map. Frodo and his Companions of the Ring have been beset by danger during their quest to prevent the Ruling Ring from falling into the hands of the Dark Lord by destroying it in the Cracks of Doom. They have lost the wizard, Gandalf, in a battle in the Mines of Moria. And Boromir, seduced by the power of the Ring, tried to seize it by force. While Frodo and Sam made their escape, the rest of the company was attacked by Orcs. Now they continue the journey alone down the great River Anduin -- alone, that is, save for the mysterious creeping figure that follows wherever they go. | |
| 9780590254793 | The Voyage of the Dawn Treader | C. S. Lewis | After sailing to Narnia, two children find that their peevish cousin is temporarily transformed into a dragon. | |
| 9780439336871 | The Wanderer | Sharon Creech | Thirteen-year-old Sophie and her cousin Cody record their transatlantic crossing aboard the Wanderer, a forty-five foot sailboat, which, along with uncles and another cousin, is en route to visit their grandfather in England. Thirteen-year-old Sophie is the only girl amongst the surly crew of The Wanderer made up of her three uncles and two cousins. They sail across the Atlantic toward England, the land of Bompie, her grandfather. The sea calls to Sophie promising adventure and the chance to explore and discover. But the personal journey she takes brings her deeper into a forgotten past than she ever knew she could travel to. Sophie's thirteen-year-old cousin Cody isn't even sure why his father brought him along on this voyage. Everyone, including his dad, thinks he's nothing but a knuckle headed doofus. But behind all the goofing off, he wonders if he has the strength to prove himself to the crew and to his father. Through Sophie's and Cody's travel logs, the amazing experiences of these six wanderers and their perilous journey unfold. Stories of the past and the daily challenges to survive at sea swirl together as The Wanderer sails toward its destination, and its passengers search for their places in the world. -- From publisher. | Scholastic |
| 9780375832024 | The Warden's Daughter | Jerry Spinelli | From Newbery Medalist Jerry Spinelli comes the story of a girl searching for happiness inside the walls of a prison. And don't miss the author's highly anticipated new novel, Dead Wednesday! Cammie O'Reilly lives at the Hancock County Prison--not as a prisoner, she's the warden's daughter. She spends the mornings hanging out with shoplifters and reformed arsonists in the women's excercise yard, which gives Cammie a certain cache with her school friends. But even though Cammie's free to leave the prison, she's still stuck. And sad, and really mad. Her mother died saving her from harm when she was just a baby. You wouldn't think you could miss something you never had, but on the eve of her thirteenth birthday, the thing Cammie most wants is a mom. A prison might not be the best place to search for a mother, but Cammie is determined and she's willing to work with what she's got. "A tapestry of grief and redemption, woven by a master storyteller ....Moving and memorable." --Kirkus Reviews, Starred Review | Yearling |
| 0590690140 | The Watsons Go to Birmingham-1963 | |||
| 9780545105811 | The White Giraffe | Lauren St. John | After a fire kills her parents, eleven-year-old Martine must leave England to live with her grandmother on a wildlife game reserve in South Africa, where she befriends a mythical white giraffe. | |
| 9781590840245 | The White House | Hal Marcovitz | Most people in America are familiar with the address, 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue: the location of the White House. This important landmark serves as residence for the president of the United States. Historically, it has also served as a reception site for important meetings, announcements, and celebrations. | |
| 9780545238021 | The Winter of Red Snow | Kristiana Gregory | Eleven-year-old Abigail presents a diary account of life in Valley Forge from December 1777 to July 1778 as General Washington prepares his troops to fight the British. | Scholastic Press |
| 9780142402290 | The Winter People | Joseph Bruchac | "Full of history, danger, courage and raw survival, this compelling novel by acclaimed author Joseph Bruchac is certain to have readers on the edge of their seat, start to finish." —The Dallas Morning News Saxso is fourteen when the British attack his village. It’s 1759, and war is raging in the northeast between the British and the French, with the Abenaki people—Saxso’s people—by their side. Without enough warriors to defend their homes, Saxso’s village is burned to the ground. Many people are killed, but some, including Saxso’s mother and two sisters, are taken hostage. Now it’s up to Saxso, on his own, to track the raiders and bring his family back home . . . before it’s too late. "Historical fiction doesn't get much better than this. The narrative itself is thrilling." —Booklist, starred review "A heartbreaking but exciting story." —School Library Journal, starred review Winner of the Disney Adventures Best Historical Fiction Award An SLJ Best Book of the Year A New York Public Library Best Book for the Teen Age | National Geographic Books |
| 9780439454568 | The Year of Miss Agnes | Kirkpatrick Hill | Ten-year-old Fred (short for Frederika) narrates the story of school and village life among the Athapascans in Alaska during 1948 when Miss Agnes arrived as the new teacher. | |
| 9781338665505 | This Promise of Change | Jo Ann Allen Boyce, Debbie Levy | When fourteen-year-old Jo Ann Allen and eleven other African American students walk into Clinton High School on an August morning in 1956, they know they are walking into history: they've been told they are the very first students to integrate a public high school in the American South. What they don't know is how treacherous their journey will be. Their eastern Tennessee town is a courteous, yes-ma'am, no-sir kind of place, where blacks and whites seem to get along. But something darker lurks beneath the civility in Clinton, and when outside agitators interfere, local whites' muffled objections turn to unrestrained bigotry and violence. Soon, even the Clinton 12 themseves wonder whether they should just return to their old school. As the desegregation crisis makes headlines across the country, Jo Ann - clear-eyed, practical, tolerant, and popular - finds herself in the spotlight as a spokesperson for the group. But that's not the only life she wants: she also wants to focus on music, friendships, and, of course, her education. This is the heartbreaking and relatable story of an extraordinary trailblazer fighting for civil rights - and for the right to be an ordinary teenager. -- | |
| 9780062007285 | Through My Eyes | Tim Tebow, Nathan Whitaker | FormerUniversity of Florida star quarterback, 2010 first-round draft pick for theDenver Broncos, and devout Christian Tim Tebow tellsthe story of his faith, his life, and his career in football in Through MyEyes. Written with Nathan Whitaker, the New York Times bestsellingcoauthor of Quiet Strength, with Tony Dungy, Through My Eyes givesfans a first look into the heart of an athlete whose talent and devotion havemade him one of the most provocative figures in football. | Harper Collins |
| 9780545485951 | Tim Tebow | Tim Polzer | Provides a brief introduction to the life and career of quarterback Tim Tebow. | Scholastic Incorporated |
| 9781603208291 | Time for Kids President Obama: a Day in the Life of America's Leader | The Editors of TIME for Kids | How does the busiest man on Earth spend his time? Whether he's huddling with top advisers in the Oval Office, zipping around the globe on Air Force One, or enjoying a little downtime with his family, President Obama leads a fascinating life. Look inside to discover: How Barack Obama got America's top job Who helps the President make big decisions What goes on behind-the-scenes in the White House How the First Lady spends her days What the President does when he's not working And much, much more! | Time For Kids |
| 9780060576080 | Time for Kids: Harriet Tubman | Renee Skelton | Tells about Harriet Tubman, who freed hundreds of slaves on the Underground Railroad. | Harper Collins |
| 9780060576110 | Time for Kids: Thomas Edison | Editors of TIME For Kids | A fast-paced biography of Thomas Edison, the scientist who perfected the light bulb and propelled America into the twentieth century. | Harper Collins |
| 9780062293862 | Touchdown Kid | Tim Green | From New York Times bestselling author and former NFL defensive end Tim Green comes a football story about a boy who is given a chance to prove that wealth and privilege don’t matter on the football field, as long as he has the skills to compete. Perfect for fans of Mike Lupica! Cory has always been passionate about football. But life for him and his single mom has been hard, making it difficult for Cory to play. And though Cory is a good kid, he’s constantly surrounded by negative influences. But when the coach from an elite private school with one of the best football programs in the country recognizes his talents on the field, Cory is presented with an unbelievable opportunity. Cory knows that football could be his ticket out. But leaving to attend private school also means struggling to fit into a world where most people look at him and just see a scholarship kid from the wrong side of town. Cory knows that if he can fight hard enough—both on and off the field—he may be able to secure a bright future that looks different from his unpromising past. | HarperCollins |