Here are ten true tales about children who survived the night of April 14, 1912. They were all aboard the Titanic and lived to tell about that frightful night.
by Tony Weaver, Jr. illustrated by Jes and Cin Wibowo Tony Weaver loves comic books, superheroes and video games, but not everyone in 7th grade feels the same way. Some kids think he is a weirdo and they bully him every chance they get. His parents have tried several different schools in hopes that he will find one where the kids will accept him just the way he is. With the help of his family and a therapist, Tony begins to feel more confident in showing the world who he is and being seen for the amazing person that he is now and hopes to be in the future.
by Natalia Sylvester Genre: Realistic Fiction For as long as she can remember, Veronica has wanted to be a mermaid. She loves to swim and that has been helpful for her rehabilitation from hip surgery. She was born with hip dysplasia so has had to endure many painful surgeries, but this time she is determined to get what she wants. Her parents do not think that becoming a professional mermaid makes any sense, but it is what Veronica has always wanted to do. When a rare opening occurs to work at Mermaid Cove, Veronica decides to secretly audition for the part. If she gets it, she will figure out a way to convince her parents that being a professional mermaid is worth her time and effort.
by Alex Gino Genre: Realistic Fiction Green is lucky in many ways. They have a supportive family and friend group, but the confusing thing is that they might have a crush on Ronnie and they aren't sure how Ronnie feels about them. When the school announces that they will be doing the Wizard of Oz play, Green asks Ronnie to join the crew. Green and Ronnie are having fun working behind the scenes, but Green still isn't sure how Ronnie feels about them. Will Green work up the courage to ask? Growing up is so confusing!
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