In this gripping tale of survival, a young boy must navigate the Canadian wilderness alone after his small plane crashes. Armed with only a hatchet, he must learn to find food and shelter, and overcome terrifying challenges each day. As he transforms from a helpless victim to a resourceful survivor, readers will be inspired to explore the wilderness themselves.

Hatchet

In this sequel to the Newbery Honor-winning The War that Saved My Life, Ada's triumphant World War II journey continues after her clubfoot is surgically fixed. As the war intensifies, Ada, her brother, and their guardian move in with a tense, crowded household. Amidst the turmoil, they welcome Ruth, a Jewish girl from Germany. But is Ruth a spy? As Ada navigates family, faith, and identity, she must have the courage to make the right choices. This stunning work of historical fiction shows that real freedom is not just the ability to choose, but the bravery to fight for what is right.

The War I Finally Won

Take a journey with a nine-year-old boy named Bruno, but beware of the fence he eventually reaches - one you hope to never have to cross. The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas is a difficult story to describe, with a mystery that makes it best to start without any prior knowledge. Although not written for nine-year-olds, this tale will capture anyone's heart.

The Boy in the Striped Pajamas

This classic tale follows a Swiss family as they navigate survival on a tropical island after being shipwrecked during a storm. With their faith tested and their skills pushed to the limit, they must rely on each other and the natural resources around them to build a new life. Originally published in 1812 and inspired by Robinson Crusoe, this timeless story of invention and adventure will capture your imagination. Now, fully restored in its original English translation, it is ready to inspire a new generation.

The Swiss Family Robinson

Follow the journey of Buck, a dog stolen from his California home and sold as a sled dog in the Yukon during the Klondike Gold Rush. Forced to fight for survival and dominance amongst other feral dogs, Buck sheds his civilized demeanor and becomes a leader in the wild. Jack London's adventure novel is a statement on modern life and the process of civilizing humanity.

The Call of the Wild

A young orphan boy named Hugo lives in secrecy within the walls of a bustling Paris train station. His life changes when he meets a bookish girl and a bitter old man who run a toy booth in the station. But when Hugo's most precious secret is threatened, he must solve a mysterious puzzle involving a cryptic drawing, a treasured notebook, and a stolen key. This intricate and tender mystery captures readers with its spellbinding story.

The Invention of Hugo Cabret

Set during the turmoil of World War 2, this inspiring tale of resilience follows young Ada as she escapes her one-room apartment to be with her brother. As she embarks on a new life with a caring caretaker, Ada teaches herself to read and ride a pony, all while keeping watch for German spies. A heart-warming story of family and identity, and a must-read for fans of Number the Stars.

The War That Saved My Life

A delightful tale, this book follows the three Wilson children and their adventures with Miss Price, an apprentice witch, and a magical flying bed. With well-crafted characters and plenty of mischief, this is a story of unforgettable fun and enchantment.

"The Magic Bed-Knob" and "Bonfires and Broomsticks")

Bed-Knob and Broomstick A Combined Edition of

Experience the harrowing journeys of three young individuals on a mission to escape their troubled homelands. From a Jewish boy in 1930s Nazi Germany to a Cuban girl in 1994 and a Syrian boy in 2015, each faces unimaginable danger and tests of their courage. Yet, through these gut-wrenching trials, they are united by a common hope for a better tomorrow. The surprising connections that tie their stories together will keep you riveted until the very end.

Refugee

In Nazi Germany, a young girl falls in love with books and words. From stealing books from book burnings to the mayor's wife's library, Liesel's love affair with literature blooms with the help of her foster father. But when her family hides a Jew in their basement, the danger intensifies. Markus Zusak's superbly crafted writing tells a timeless story of love and loss in a tumultuous era.

The Book Thief

Escape into a world of mystery and danger with Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children. After a family tragedy, Jacob embarks on a journey to a remote island off the coast of Wales where he discovers the abandoned ruins of an orphanage with a collection of strange photographs. As Jacob uncovers the truth about Miss Peregrine's children, he realizes that they may still be alive and dangerous. This unforgettable novel blends fiction and photography for a thrilling reading experience.

Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children

Discover a world classic and timeless testament to the human spirit in this extraordinary diary, written by a teenage girl who hid with her family from Nazis for two years in Amsterdam. With new passages originally withheld by her father, meet Anne Frank: stubbornly honest, touchingly vulnerable, in love with life, and facing hunger, fear, death, and frustrations few teenagers have ever known. Explore her secret world of soul-searching, rebellious clashes, romance, newly discovered sexuality, and candid observations of companions. Imparting adult wisdom beyond her years, Anne's story is that of every teenager.

The Diary Of A Young Girl

Discover the beloved tale of Anne Shirley, a fiery young girl who captures the hearts of all those around her. Follow her journey through the classic novels that make up the series, including Anne of Green Gables, Anne of Avonlea, and Anne of the Island. With the original, unabridged text and specially commissioned biography of author L.M. Montgomery, immerse yourself in the world of Green Gables and Prince Edward Island.

Anne of Green Gables

A young girl, orphaned and alone, must start anew in a strange place. Mary Lennox's sour demeanor hides a deep well of pain and anger caused by neglect and loss. But when she discovers a secret garden on her Uncle's Yorkshire estate, her life is forever changed. Frances Hodgson Burnett's enchanting classic is a poignant portrayal of the power of nature, human connection, and the resilience of the human spirit.

The Secret Garden

Set in Copenhagen during World War II, Number the Stars tells the story of best friends Annemarie and Ellen, who face the daily struggles of life in a city occupied by Nazi soldiers. When Ellen is forced to pretend to be part of Annemarie's family to escape being relocated with the rest of Denmark's Jewish population, Annemarie is tasked with a perilous mission to save her friend's life. This poignant and suspenseful tale explores themes of friendship, bravery, and sacrifice in the face of unimaginable danger.

Number the Stars

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Brian's Saga

Brought up in India, where she was taught values of duty, honor and integrity by her officer father, Bess Crawford has signed up for service as a British nurse, in France. She tends diligently to the many wounded of the first world war. Her interest, however, is always piqued by a mystery, and she feels compelled to find all the answers, leading to this character’s secondary vocation as an amateur sleuth. Doing the right thing is important to Bess Crawford, and she always strives to follow the moral code bequeathed to her by her upstanding soldier Father a colonel Major in the British Army. This sense of duty and morality has drawn her into some tricky and even dangerous situations.

The War That Saved My Life

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