Avi, whose legal name is Edward Irving Wortis, is the celebrated author of numerous beloved fictional works. His writing, enjoyed by readers of all ages, frequently delves into complex moral dilemmas and interpersonal dynamics. With an unerring sense for suspense and authentic characters, Avi crafts stories that provoke thought and leave a lasting impact. His distinctive style and ability to immerse readers in his narratives solidify his status as a significant contemporary storyteller.
Set against the backdrop of the early twentieth century, this gripping narrative delves into the complexities of the immigrant experience. With rich storytelling and vivid characters, it captures the challenges and triumphs faced by those seeking a new life. Fans of Moon over Manifest and Echo Mountain will find this Newbery Medalist's work both engaging and thought-provoking, offering a poignant reflection on resilience and hope.
Set in the Roaring Twenties, a young girl navigates the clash between traditional expectations and modern ideals. As she seeks to carve out her own identity, the narrative explores themes of independence and self-discovery against a backdrop of societal change. Newbery medalist Avi weaves a compelling tale of resilience and determination in a transformative era.
Exploring the universality of emotions, this collection emphasizes that poetry transcends boundaries, touching all individuals regardless of their background. The verses reflect a diverse range of experiences and perspectives, inviting readers to connect with the shared human condition. Through vivid imagery and poignant language, the poems celebrate the power of words to unite and inspire, highlighting the beauty found in our differences and commonalities.
This companion book delves deeper into the characters and themes presented in "Midnight Magic" and "Murder at Midnight." It offers additional insights, background stories, and connections that enhance the reader's understanding of the original narratives. Expect to explore the intricate relationships and motivations of key characters, as well as the atmospheric settings that define the series. This enriching addition is perfect for fans looking to immerse themselves further into the captivating world created in the primary novels.
In a dark and cold city, Edmund finds himself utterly alone after losing his mother, aunt, and sister. As he navigates the night, he encounters a mysterious stranger who may hold the key to his survival or further plunge him into despair. The story explores themes of isolation, loss, and the haunting presence of the unknown, setting the stage for an intense journey through darkness and uncertainty.
Newbery Medalist Avi explores the American Revolution from a fresh perspective in the story of a young Loyalist turned British spy navigating patriotism and personal responsibility during the lead-up to the War of Independence. When his father is killed by rebel vigilantes, Noah flees with his family to Boston. Intent on avenging his father, Noah becomes a spy for the British and firsthand witness to the power of partisan rumor to distort facts, the hypocrisy of men who demand freedom while enslaving others, and the human connections that bind people together regardless of stated allegiances. Awash in contradictory information and participating in key events leading to the American Revolution, Noah must forge his own understanding of right and wrong and determine for himself where his loyalty truly lies.
In the royal castle of Pergamontio, a ghost haunts the princess, instilling fear and prompting the King to enlist Mangus the Magician to uncover the truth. Despite his skepticism about ghosts, Mangus faces a dire fate if he fails. His only ally is Fabrizio, a clever servant boy who must employ logic, reason, and a touch of magic to unravel the mystery and save the princess from her nightly terror. Their adventure blends elements of mystery and fantasy as they confront the supernatural.
Exploring the profound impact of war on children, the narrative delves into how conflict reshapes their perceptions of order, morality, and safety. With vividly crafted scenes, the story evokes lasting emotional responses, making the experiences of its young characters resonate deeply with readers.
Set in mud-caked, tent-filled San Francisco during the Gold Rush of 1848, the story follows a determined young girl as she embarks on a perilous journey to rescue her brother. The narrative captures the adventurous spirit of the era, showcasing the challenges and dangers faced by those seeking fortune and family. Through her journey, the heroine's resilience and bravery come to the forefront, making for an engaging and heartfelt tale.
Celebrating the rich tapestry of literature, this collection features timeless classics ranging from ancient texts to modern masterpieces. It pays tribute to literary pioneers and legends, showcasing their enduring contributions to the world of books. This curated selection invites readers to explore the profound impact of these works on culture and thought.
Avi returns with a fresh installment featuring Poppy after over a decade, enriched by illustrations from the acclaimed Brian Floca. This new adventure promises to captivate readers with its engaging narrative and stunning visuals, continuing the beloved story of Poppy in a way that celebrates both the author's storytelling prowess and the artist's illustrative talent.
As the sixth installment in a beloved series, this book continues the adventures of Poppy and her friends, blending engaging storytelling with beautiful illustrations. The narrative showcases themes of friendship, bravery, and the challenges of the natural world, all brought to life by Avi's award-winning writing and Floca's captivating art. Readers can expect a heartwarming tale that appeals to both young readers and those familiar with the series, making it a delightful addition to any collection.
The narrative centers on a character's fierce commitment to personal freedom, inspired by the teachings of Bear. The protagonist navigates challenges and strives to avoid bondage, emphasizing the importance of autonomy and self-determination. The story explores themes of resilience and the struggle against oppression, highlighting the character's determination to uphold their values in the face of adversity.
The story follows 12-year-old Kenny Huldorf as he moves to Providence, Rhode Island, and discovers his attic bedroom is haunted by Caleb, a teenage slave. As their bond grows, Caleb transports Kenny back in time, thrusting him into a perilous situation where he must navigate the complexities of Caleb's past and unravel the mystery of his murder. This unique blend of historical fiction and supernatural elements explores themes of friendship, justice, and the haunting legacy of slavery.
The story follows ninth-grader Philip Malloy, who struggles with failing grades and feels unjustly treated by his English teacher. In a bid to transfer classes and join the track team, he disrupts the school's policy by humming during the national anthem. This act of defiance spirals into a national controversy, raising questions about freedom, patriotism, and respect. Through Philip's journey, the narrative explores the complexities of adolescent rebellion and the impact of individual actions on broader societal issues.
Newbery Medalist and master storyteller Avi returns to Scholastic with a tantalizing prequel to his bestselling medieval mystery MIDNIGHT MAGIC.A plot to overthrow King Claudio is brewing in the Kingdom of Pergamontio. Scholarly Mangus the magician -- along with his street-smart and faithful new servant boy, Fabrizio -- have been marked as easy scapegoats for the traitor lurking within the king's court. Together, these two unlikely partners must gather clues to solve the mystery and prove their innocence before the stroke of midnight. . . or face death!Intricate plotting, surprise twists, and lively prose make for another suspenseful page-turner that stands alone or sets the stage for MIDNIGHT MAGIC!
Stachelschwein Ereth sucht nach Salz und findet in einer Hütte eine verletzte Füchsin, die ihn bittet, sich um ihre frechen Jungen zu kümmern. Trotz der Herausforderungen raufen sich Ereth und die Füchse am Ende zusammen.
Arturo el canguro es pequeño y gordito como un globo relleno de chucherías. Le gusta la algarroba porque sabe a chocolate y se enfada si la pide para merendar y papá no se la da. El canguro Arturo es goloso y cabezota. Cuando nadie lo ve come helados de menta y tortitas de miel Su barriga se ha inflado por delante y por detrás tanto, que quiere saltar y no puede. Se cansa al caminar y al jugar a correr para que no lo pillen. Su tripita pesa.
The more I came to know of the world, the more I knew I knew it not. He was a nameless orphan, marked for death by his masters for an unknown crime. Discovering his name— Crispin—only intensified the mystery. Then Crispin met Bear, who helped him learn the secret of his full identity. And in Bear—the enormous, red-bearded juggler, sometime spy, and everyday philosopher—Crispin also found a new father and a new world. Now Crispin and Bear have set off to live their lives as free men. But they don’t get far before their past catches up with them: Bear is being pursued by members of the secret brotherhood who believe he is an informer. When Bear is badly wounded, it is up to Crispin to make decisions about their future—where to go, whom to trust. Along the way they become entangled with an extraordinary range of people, each of whom affects Crispin and Bear’s journey in unexpected ways. To find freedom and safety, they may have to travel to the edge of the world—even if it means confronting death itself. In this riveting sequel to the Newbery-Award winning Crispin: The Cross of Lead—the second book in a planned trilogy—Avi explores themes of war, religion, and family as he continues the adventures of Crispin and Bear.
England 1046: Die Magd Sybil, 13 Jahre alt, und der sprechende Rabe Odo stehen plötzlich vor einer ungewissen Zukunft. Ihren Meister, den alten Alchemisten Thorston, hat der Schlag getroffen, als er die Steine des ewigen Lebens gebraut hatte. Nun droht ihnen, wieder auf den kalten und elenden Straßen der kleinen englischen Stadt zu landen. Es sei denn, sie finden das Gold, das der Alchemist hergestellt hat. Oder sie finden in seinem uralten, magischen Buch, das jedoch nur jemand mit grünen Augen lesen kann, das Geheimnis, unbegrenzt Gold zu machen. Aber auch der widerwärtige Vogt der Stadt jagt voller Gier nach dem Gold des Alchemisten, und Sybil und Odo brauchen alle Kraft, um sich zu behaupten. Allmählich merken sie, dass nichts so ist, wie es scheint. Vor allem aber, dass sogar der Tod ihres Meisters und ihr eigenes Leben nicht sicher sind. Avi gelingt es, eine schaurig spannende Geschichte, auch deren komische Elemente, so zu erzählen, dass zugleich ein Stück finstersten Mittelalters lebendig wird.
Edward und Meg sind zwar Zwillinge, aber völlig unterschiedlich. Seit neuestem gehen sie sogar auf verschiedene Schulen. Während Meg an ihrer neuen Schule unbedingt zu den Beliebtesten zählen möchte, schmiedet Edward einen Plan, um ihr einen Strich durch die Rechnung zu machen. Ab 10.
1851 treffen in Liverpool die Geschwister Maura und Patrick zufällig auf den jungen Lawrence Kirkle. Sie freunden sich an, da sie alle nach Amerika wollen, ahnen jedoch nicht, dass Lawrence der Sohn des Landlords ist, der sie aus ihrem irischen Dorf vertrieben hat.
Der Schlittenhund McKinley lebt mit seinen Menschen Gil, Sarah und deren Sohn Jack in Steamboat Springs. Seine Stellung als Rudelführer ist unangefochten und er könnte ein ruhiges, beschauliches Leben führen, wenn nicht die geheimnisvolle Wölfin namens Lupin in der Gegend aufgetaucht wäre. Sie fordert alle Hunde auf, sich ihrem freien Leben in der Wildnis anzuschließen. Die Menschen haben Angst vor der Wölfin und machen Jagd auf sie. Eine wilde Hatz beginnt und Lupin wird angeschossen. McKinleys ist von ihr fasziniert und hilft ihr, den Menschen zu entkommen. Dabei riskiert er den Verlust seiner Stellung im Rudel. Soll er um seine Position kämpfen oder Lupin in die Wildnis folgen?
While searching for his bicycle that disappeared on Halloween, a young boy and his two friends become involved in a magic adventure.
Bei den Riesenhasen sind die Bösen nicht besser als bei den Menschen! Perloo, ein kauziger Eigenbrötler und belesener Privatgelehrter, soll neuer König der Montmer werden, was großen Ärger verursacht. Berwig, der übergangene Sohn der verstorbenen Königin, will die Macht an sich reißen. Die Königin hatte kurz vor ihrem Tod Perloo als Nachfolger bestimmt und dabei Berwig übergangen, was diesen wütend macht. Er reißt die Macht an sich und errichtet ein Schreckensregiment. Das Dokument, das Perloo zum König bestimmt, wird bei einem Gerangel in zwei Teile zerrissen, wobei die zweite Hälfte in Berwigs Besitz gelangt. Perloo hat kein Interesse an der Königswürde und wird von den abenteuerlichen Ereignissen überrollt. Obwohl er klug, besonnen und ein wenig weltfremd ist, meistert er kritische Situationen. Zudem drohen die Felbarts, Erzfeinde der Montmer, mit einer großen Armee einzufallen. Als Perloo gefangen genommen wird, überzeugt er die Felbarts von seiner Friedfertigkeit. Sie sind bereit für Frieden, vorausgesetzt, Perloo wird König. Um dies zu erreichen, muss er einen von Berwigs Beratern im Zweikampf besiegen. Trotz seiner Ungeeignetheit für Kämpfe gewinnt er schließlich mit gezielten Schneeballwürfen. Als die zweite Hälfte des Dokuments gefunden wird, steht seiner Inthronisation nichts mehr im Weg, doch Perloo winkt dankend ab und entlässt das Volk der Montmer in die Freiheit.
Falsely accused of theft and murder, an orphaned peasant boy in fourteenth-century England flees his village and meets a larger-than-life juggler who holds a dangerous secret
Ein Anruf verändert Andys Leben radikal: Ein Mann gesteht ihm einen Mord. Alle außer Andy halten diesen Anruf für einen üblen Scherz, denn nichts deutet auf ein Verbrechen hin. Gegen alle Widerstände geht Andy der Sache auf den Grund und findet heraus, wie gefährlich der Anrufer wirklich ist.
§B§Wer jagt hier wen?§§S§Eric verbringt die letzten 6 Tage vor Weihnachten allein zu Haus und langweilt sich. Bis plötzlich ein Kammerjäger namens Anje vor der Tür steht, ein seltsamer, etwas unheimlich wirkender Typ, der es auf Ratten abgesehen hat. Als Eric tatsächlich eine im Keller entdeckt, schließen die beiden einen Pakt: Bis Weihnachten soll das Tier tot sein. Je näher der Termin aber rückt, desto mehr verspürt Eric das Verlangen, die Ratte zu beschützen. Es gelingt ihm sogar, seine Vereinbarung mit Anje abzuwandeln: Wenn Eric es schafft, die Ratte bis Weihnachten vor seinem Zugriff zu bewahren, dann soll das Tier weiter leben dürfen. Für Eric beginnt ein Wettlauf mit der Zeit, in dem er immer mehr das Gefühl hat, dass nicht nur die Ratte Anjes Zielscheibe ist ...
A mouse has to do what a mouse has to do. Ragweed is determined to see the world. He leaves his family and cozy country home and sets off by train for the big city. What wonders await him: music, excitement, new friends...and cunning, carnivorous cats!Silversides is the purring president of F.E.A.R. (Felines Enraged About Rodents), a group dedicated to keeping cats on top, people in the middle, and mice on the bottom. Can Ragweed and his motley yet musical crew of city nice—Clutch, Dipstick, Lugnut, and Blinker—band together to fight their feline foe?
Set in 1768, the story follows Peter York, a newly orphaned boy adopted by a strict Quaker family. Feeling stifled by his guardian's rigid beliefs, Peter dreams of freedom. His opportunity arises when he learns of two runaway indentured servants in his community. As he embarks on a quest to capture one for the reward, he faces unforeseen consequences and moral dilemmas that challenge his understanding of freedom and loyalty.
On a stormy night in the Kingdom of Pergamontio, Mangus the Magician is summoned to the king's castle. Because Mangus has been under house arrest for confessing to be a magician, he and his loyal servant boy, Fabrizio, cannot imagine why the king is calling for him. But magic is exactly what the king needs. Night after night, a terrifying ghost has been haunting the princess, and the king demands that Mangus free his daughter from its torment... of pay with his life. Since Mangus doesn't believe in ghosts, his only hope is Fabrizio, who must solve the mystery using logic and reason-and a bit of magic of his own.
The fourth installment of the Poppy series continues the adventures of its beloved characters, blending captivating storytelling with vibrant illustrations. Renowned author Avi, a Newbery Medal winner, crafts a narrative that explores themes of bravery and friendship, while Caldecott Medal-winning artist Brian Floca enhances the experience with his stunning artwork. Readers will be drawn into this enchanting world, making it a delightful addition for fans of the series and newcomers alike.
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Unter schlimmsten Bedingungen setzen Maura und Patrick nach Amerika über, ständig in Sorge um ihre Freund Lawrence, der als blinder Passagier reist. Endlich am Ziel müssen sie feststellen, dass nun der Kampf ums Überleben weitergeht.
King of the Night At the very edge of Dimwood Forest stood an old charred oak where, silhouetted by the moon, a great horned owl sat waiting. The owl s name was Mr. Ocax, and he looked like death himself. With his piercing gaze, he surveyed the lands he called his own, watching for the creatures he considered his subjects. Not one of them ever dared to cross his path. . .until the terrible night when two little mice went dancing in the moonlight. . .
Perloo, a peaceful scholar who has been chosen to succeed Jolaine as leader of the furry underground people called the Montmers, finds himself in danger when Jolaine dies and her evil son seizes control of the burrow
World War II is just background noise for Frankie Wattleson. His life revolves around action-packed radio dramas like "Buck Rodgers" and "The Lone Ranger." Suspense, heroism, thrills -- what more could an American boy want?Frankie's mom can't stand her son's hobby, though, and neither can his teacher, MissGomez. It all spells doomsday for Frankie -- unless he, disguised as radio detective Chet Barker, can cook up a plan to save the day.Tune in tomorrow to find out how this hilarious drama unfolds!
Amerika im ausgehenden 18. Jahrhundert: als Kevin (11) von Seeräubern entführt wird, muss er gegen seinen Willen an deren Aktionen teilnehmen.
Von seinem ersten selbstverdienten Geld kauft sich Tony (11) ein kleines Segelboot. Als er auf See die wichtigsten Regeln des Segelns ausser Acht lässt, gerät er in schlimme Gefahr.
In an almost failproof scheme, a man parachutes from an airplane with a large amount of money, only to be seen by a boy who has a reputation for seeing things in the clouds
A vicious captain, a mutinous crew -- and a young girl caught in the middle Not every thirteen-year-old girl is accused of murder, brought to trial, and found guilty. But I was just such a girl, and my story is worth relating even if it did happen years ago. Be warned, however: If strong ideas and action offend you, read no more. Find another companion to share your idle hours. For my part I intend to tell the truth as I lived it.
The South Orange River (S.O.R.) School is big on sports and famous for not losing a game all season. That all changes when the school insists that some seventh-grader non-jocks form a soccer team. The new team is sure that losing their first game 32-0 will put an end to their athletic adventure, but no such luck. their parents insist they try harder. The whole school cheers them on, and the finally score...for the other team. And only the eleven members of the S.O.R. Losers team know the secret of their outstanding "success."
