Diese Autorin schafft vielschichtige Geschichten mit düsteren Untertönen und starken weiblichen Hauptfiguren. Ihre Werke erforschen oft die komplexen Grenzen zwischen Gut und Böse und untersuchen die Konsequenzen schwieriger Entscheidungen. Sie schreibt mit einem fantasievollen und immersiven Stil, der die Leser tief in ihre erschaffenen Welten zieht.
"After a storm in her town, Vivi and her classmates volunteer to help clean up at the beach. When they arrive, the beach looks different from their last visit. Where did the sand dunes and tide pools go? Along with her classmates, Vivi learns about the forces of wind and water--and how those forces constantly change the world!"-- Front jacket flap
When Penny's brothers ask for her help after their encounters with Wolfgang (otherwise known as the Big Bad Wolf) she comes to their rescue by using all her engineering know-how to help them build a new wolf-proof house.
Vivi will have to experiment to find out!The Loves Science books introduce readers to girls who love science, as well as basic concepts of science, technology, engineering, and math.
Vivi loves science! In this STEM-themed picture book, part of a series about girls who love science, Vivi and her classmates go on a field trip to the ocean to investigate tide pools. A must-have for fans of Rosie Revere, Engineer and What Do You Do with an Idea? and anyone who loves to ask questions and learn about the world. Features a glossary and fun tide pool activity to do at home. In the companion to Cece Loves Science and Libby Loves Science, Vivi and her classmates take a field trip to the beach to study tide pools. With help from her teacher and a park ranger, Vivi and her friends make aquascopes, participate in a marine-inspired scavenger hunt, and learn about different species that call the ocean home. At the end of their trip, there's one more surprise for Vivi! Full of fun facts about marine biology and conservation, Vivi Loves Science is a perfect pick for aspiring scientists, classrooms, and fans of Andrea Beaty's Ada Twist, Scientist. Features a glossary and instructions on how to make your own aquascope and tide pool at home.
Includes a glossary and four super-fun experiments to try at home! Libby Loves Science is just right for fans of Rosie Revere, Engineer and What Do You Do with an Idea? and anyone who loves to ask questions and learn about the world.
In this Cece Loves Science Level 3 I Can Read!, Cece's teacher, Miss Curie, explains the opposite forces of push and pull. The Cece Loves Science books introduce readers to basic concepts of science, technology, engineering, and math, and are perfect for the classroom.
In her second book, Cece and her Adventure Girls troop face a sudden thunderstorm while camping. They use science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) to solve problems and safely make their way back to camp. Full color.
In this STEM-themed picture book, Cece asks one of life's most pressing questions: Do dogs eat vegetables? Cece and her best friend, Isaac, head to the lab to find out.This picture book is perfect for fans of Ada Twist, Scientist, and anyone who enjoys asking questions.
Charlie lives in a land fiercely ruled by an old and bitter queen, where classes are divided by the language they speak. But when Charlie becomes the new sovereign, enemies still lurk biding their time to strike.
The Unbecoming of Mara Dyer meets The Fifth Wave in this chilling and explosive new series from author Kimberly Derting. The last thing Kyra Agnew remembers is a flash of bright light. She awakes to discover that five whole years have passed. Everyone in her life has moved on—her parents are divorced, her boyfriend is in college and dating her best friend—but Kyra's still the sixteen-year-old she was when she vanished. She finds herself drawn to Tyler, her boyfriend's kid brother, despite her best efforts to ignore this growing attraction. In order to find out the truth, the two of them decide to retrace her steps from that fateful night. They discover that there are others who have been "taken," just like Kyra. But Kyra is the first person to have been returned past the forty-eight-hour taken mark. With a determined secret government agency after her, Kyra desperately tries to find an explanation and reclaim the life she once had . . . but what if the life she wants back is not her own?
Exploring themes of introspection and self-discovery, this narrative delves into the protagonist's journey to confront her inner voice amidst external chaos. As she navigates her surroundings, the silence around her becomes a catalyst for reflection, revealing deeper truths about her identity and choices. The story intricately weaves emotional depth with the exploration of personal struggles, ultimately highlighting the significance of finding one's voice in a world filled with noise.
Seventeen-year-old Charlaina, overthrower of Queen Sabara's brutal regime, is now sovereign of Ludania. While seeking to bring equality to her previously divided country, Charlie also struggles to adjust to her new responsibilities. She also has enemies, not all external ones, with which to contend.
The story explores themes of loss and memory, delving into how echoes of the past shape the present. Characters confront their haunting experiences and the lingering effects of their choices, as they navigate a world where echoes serve as reminders of what once was. The narrative invites readers to reflect on the significance of these remnants and the emotional journeys that accompany them. Through rich imagery and poignant storytelling, the book captures the essence of human connection and the enduring impact of memories.
In dem von Aufständen erschütterten Königreich Ludania bestimmt die Zugehörigkeit zu einer Klasse, welche Sprache du sprichst – oder verstehst. Wenn du vergisst, wo dein Platz ist, kennen die Gesetze der Königin keine Gnade. Allein auf den Blickkontakt mit gesellschaftlich Höhergestellten steht der Tod. Die siebzehnjährige Charlaina – kurz Charlie – versteht alle Sprachen, jeden Dialekt. Eine gefährliche Fähigkeit, die sie schon ihr ganzes Leben lang verstecken muss. Nur in den illegalen Clubs im Untergrund der Stadt kann sie das für kurze Zeit vergessen. Dort trifft sie den geheimnisvollen Max, der eine Sprache spricht, die Charlie noch nie gehört hat, und der beinahe ihr Geheimnis entdeckt. Und als die Rebellen die Stadt schließlich überrennen, ist er es, der erkennt, dass Charlie der Schlüssel für ihren Sieg sein könnte. Doch für wen wird Max sich entscheiden, für das Mädchen, das ihn fasziniert, oder für seine Königin?
Als Violet die Leiche eines ermordeten Jungen entdeckt, zieht sie unweigerlich die Aufmerksamkeit des FBI auf sich. Nur widerstrebend bietet sie ihre Unterstützung bei den Ermittlungen an. Sie weiß, dass sie mit äußerster Vorsicht vorgehen muss, um ihre Gabe, die Aura der Toten wahrzunehmen, geheim zu halten. Doch schon bald geht es um sehr viel mehr: Ihre Beziehung zu Jay ist in Gefahr... und ihr Leben.
Seit Violet ein kleines Mädchen ist, nimmt sie die Aura der Toten wahr. Wie magisch wird sie von ihnen angezogen, spürt ihre pulsierenden Echos unter der Haut vibrieren. Für sie ist diese Gabe jedoch alles andere als ein Geschenk - und nur widerwillig findet sie sich damit ab, dass sie die Einzige ist, die den Serienmörder aufhalten kann, der die kleine Stadt heimsucht, in der sie mit ihrer Familie lebt. Mithilfe ihres besten Freundes Jay macht sie sich auf die Suche. Aber dann passiert etwas, womit Violet nie gerechnet hätte: Sie verliebt sich in Jay. Und merkt dabei gar nicht, wie nahe sie dem Mörder bereits gekommen ist. Bis sie selbst zu seiner Beute wird. Der Bestseller aus den USA - hochkarätig übersetzt! Eine Mischung aus Thriller, Mystery und Liebesgeschichte.
