School Age Kids

Take a look at the diary of the new kid at school. Farai's new school has a culture of violence. On his second day at the school, Farai finds out that someone is bullying his little sister, Rudo. Trying to protect Rudo, Farai challenges Giant Joe, one of the school’s most feared boys, to a fistfight. A date is set for the fight and the whole school waits in anticipation. Farai hates fighting, but he is now powerless to stop the fight. Farai is also torn between Nyasha, the most popular girl at the school, and Rachel, the school outcast. He likes Nyasha and he feels sorry for Rachel. He ...

Justin has been looking forward to winter break since the first day of school. It's finally arrived and he can't wait for some lazy days at home and time off from 4th grade. Unfortunately his family has different plans and they don't include relaxing at home. He thinks school is the worst, but a week off might just have him begging to go back!

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Get ready for a magical adventure that’s as wild and unpredictable as Isla Thornheart herself! On her twelfth birthday, Isla discovers a mysterious gift that unlocks her hidden powers—and opens the door to a world bursting with talking animals, cheeky faeries, and the mysterious Witching Academy. But magic is never as simple as it seems. From turning frogs into something far more mischievous to an entire castle breaking into song, Isla’s new life is a whirlwind of surprises. As she learns to master her chaotic magic, Isla discovers that true magic isn’t about control—it’s about ...

10 minute plays for kids of all ages #2 is an additional collection of original, royalty-free, plays excellent for any audience. These scripts will work for intermediate drama students, to high school acting classes, and even multi-aged youth groups. Each play is versatile and can be staged as a reader’s theatre, a short parent recital, or even adapted into full stage productions. Most roles are gender flexible and range from 5 to 13 players, with the option to add more if needed. All plays are age-appropriate without concern about subjects or language. Kids as young as 5yrs have watched ...

Did you always think that zombies were just made up to scare people? So did Tyler Bowers until his town was overrun by them. It is now up to him, his robot best friend Rob, and their martial arts expert friend, Kate, to save the town. Will they succeed in finding the source of the outbreak or will they too become the living dead? This story is a funny adventure that is engaging for children, middle school students, and grown-ups too! Check out The Undercover Brothers: Skateboard Spies (Prequel Story) to find out how it all began.

There’s something you need to know about Colin Quigley—something he wished everyone knew—he’s just quiet, there’s nothing actually wrong with him. He’s not weird, he’s not creepy, and he doesn’t have a medical condition. Colin simply doesn’t talk much. In fact, his talk-capacity is only three-hundred and thirteen words. Once he reaches that limit, things get ugly. He becomes tired, grumpy, and eventually shuts down completely. Luckily, Colin has discovered a few tricks to keep his talk-capacity under control. He sits by himself on the bus, rushes through meals to avoid ...

What Shall We Do Today? A Space Adventure Perfect for classroom read-alouds and early readers ages 6-9! Join curious Imani, enthusiastic Tommy, and knowledgeable Maya on an exciting educational adventure celebrating five special days at once! When the children embark on a school field trip to a space exhibition, they discover the wonders of International Day of Human Space Flight while enjoying grilled cheese sandwiches, sampling licorice, embracing their wild side, and making time to read. In this engaging story for elementary readers: Children learn about Yuri Gagarin's historic first ...

Essential Life Skills Every 8 Year Old Needs to Know helps boys and girls ages 8-10 build real world confidence through essential life skills for kids. This practical life skills book prepares children early for independence, responsibility, and strong decision making. Packed with relatable lessons and hands-on activities, it makes teaching life skills simple and effective.

From a young age, Marcus Aurelius has been groomed to become a protector to the royal family of the island kingdom of Iber. As he is coming into his command of “gift,”—incredible mental powers over the elements and others’ minds—he learns he has an affinity for all forms of gift. This makes him a master-mage, the first in 1200 years. It’s also an identity he must conceal since fear of the last master-mage led to war and the destruction of an entire kingdom. Marcus makes rapid progress in his training with weapons and gift, but he’s forced to grow up fast when a dark mage rises...

This money skills for kids book age 9 and 10 teaches young learners how to build smart habits before poor ones take hold. Designed for grade 4 and 5 students, it blends real world examples with fun, hands-on lessons that kids actually enjoy. We had to buy the hardcover version because our son destroyed the paperback taking it to school and sharing it with friends.

An eighth grader dares to direct the school play. Can she handle her cast of peers? Aimi Wilby loves theater and writing. With the spring play coming up, the budding author is thrilled to be assigned as an assistant director. Diligent Aimi can’t believe it when her teacher abruptly quits, and she is chosen to write and direct the entire production. Aimi refuses to be deterred even when she loses her mentor, her cast members fight, the school administrators prove apathetic, and parents are constantly overbearing. However, what the intrepid teenager fears most is that she will disappoint ...

Crianza de los hijos: la única palabra que garantiza asustar a muchas personas. Es un esfuerzo muy arriesgado. Usted tiene el control de la vida de alguien, después de todo. Es un hecho innegable que la crianza de los hijos es una tarea difícil. Hay tantas cosas de las que preocuparse durante los primeros 18 años. La crianza de los hijos parece muy compleja porque los padres tienen el control de la vida de una persona. Esa no es una responsabilidad insignificante. Afortunadamente, la paternidad no tiene que ser tan complicada como piensas.

Ready or Not explores how today’s parenting techniques and our myopic educational system are failing to prepare children for their certain-to-be-uncertain future - and how we can reverse course to ensure their lasting adaptability, resilience, health, and happiness.

20 Fundamental Life Skills Every Child Should Learn Before Middle School "Life Skills Playbook for Elementary Kids" is an educational life skills book tailored for elementary-aged children, designed to prepare them for the exciting journey of increased independence. A collection of 20 essential life skills are individually presented through heartwarming and engaging animal stories that resonate with young readers, making learning both fun and memorable. These stories introduce skills and embed valuable lessons in teamwork, kindness, and perseverance. Following each short story, the book ...

Justin is not a fan of Thanksgiving. He feels like it’s a “non-holiday”, but it’s November, and his teacher is in full blown Thanksgiving mode. She’s determined to help him learn the true meaning of Thanksgiving, but he’s just looking forward to a few days off from school. To earn them he’ll have to research Thanksgiving, dress up like a pilgrim, and suffer through countless lessons about the holiday. Unfortunately for Justin, there’s no relief at home because his cousin Darwin is in town. He only met his cousin one time when he was real little, and the only thing he ...

¿Le preocupa que su hijo crezca en un mundo agitado y con una sobrecarga constante de medios de comunicación? ¿Nota estrés, exceso de exigencia o falta de concentración? ¿Y le gustaría, en cambio, hacerle el gran regalo de poder crecer con todos sus sentidos en la percepción del presente? Entonces descubra en este libro cómo la atención plena puede cambiar completamente su vida. Porque la percepción atenta del mundo es la clave de los niños equilibrados, concentrados y resilientes y se puede entrenar bastante con eficacia y diversión.

Eleven-year-old, Edmond Spencer's situation at the Thystlewicke School for Vampires becomes even more chaotic when his best-friend Crichton hires an immortal to be his bodyguard. Hinder, the elephant-headed immortal, with four arms and the ability to shift through dimensions, agrees to keep Edmond safe even from the Vampire Council! He can't even begin to imagine the trouble that will cause him. At least it is a minor distraction from the question of who his father is and whether or not the Council is going to make him a vampire as well. But around vampires, even a minor distraction can ...

Welcome to Thystlewicke, where nothing is as it seems and ordinary is anything but. Eleven-year-old Edmond Spencer thought he had a normal life - a loving mother who works nights as a doctor, and the usual worries of a kid his age. But when he's suddenly whisked away to a school for wealthy, eccentric children, Edmond's world turns upside down. At Thystlewicke, the impossible becomes reality. The undead walk the halls, immortals and vampires maintain an uneasy truce, and every truth Edmond thought he knew crumbles away. His mother? Not a doctor, but a vampire. And now, the vampire council ...

Join Three Best Friends on a Magical Adventure Through Seven Enchanted Towers! When curious seven-year-old Imani, enthusiastic Tommy, and knowledgeable Maya discover a mysterious glowing flag on their neighborhood steps, they're whisked away to the magical Land of Many Celebrations. There, they must help Queen Jubilee restore the lost magic to seven wonderful towers, each holding a different celebration that teaches valuable life lessons. Perfect for Ages 6-9, this enchanting chapter book combines: ✓ Educational Content - Children learn about patriotism, kindness, teamwork, healthy habits...