In the tradition of Old Yeller, classic boy-and-dog tale set against the events of Hurrican Katrina. Tyrone "Li'l T" Roberts meets Buddy when his family's car accidentally hits the stray dog on their way to church. Buddy turns out to be the dog Li'l T's always wished for--until Hurricane Katrina comes to New Orleans and he must leave Buddy behind. After the storm, Li'l T and his father return home to find a community struggling to rebuild their lives--and Buddy gone. But Li'l T refuses to give up his quest to find his best friend. From the author of the BBYA Top Ten selection The Great Wide Sea comes a powerful story of hope, courage, and knowing when to let go. "A testament to the human capacity to endure.” —The New York Times Book Review

In 1928, a group of reporters watched as a young blind man named Morris Frank attempted to cross the busiest street in New York City with only the help of a dog. Cars and trucks zoomed by, horns blaring. Would the guide dog—a German shepherd named Buddy—be able to stay calm and lead Morris to safety? To the surprise of the onlookers, Buddy helped Morris make it across the dangerous road with ease. After their famous walk, Morris traveled with Buddy around the world, working hard to gain rights for all people with disabilities. In this inspiring book, young readers will learn about Buddy, as well as modern-day guide dogs. Students will be amazed at the teamwork between people living with disabilities and their dogs. With dramatic photos, this book is sure to warm the hearts of animal lovers everywhere.

Buddy the cat is abandoned in the woods. Despite hardships and setbacks, Buddy perseveres until finally his bravery is rewarded. So many animals would make wonderful companions if only -- like Buddy -- they were given a chance. This is a much-needed picture book for children to understand the special way of relating to a rescue cat. Children naturally want to run up to a cat, pick up the cat and cuddle. For a cat who may never have had contact with a person or who may have been abused or neglected, this is too much, too soon. In Brave buddy, the little girl takes cues from Buddy the cat. SLOWLY trust and love grow between them. THIS IS RESCUE AT ITS BEST. The watercolor illustrations by Sholto Walker are so compelling that they could tell the story without words.

Being a buddy can make a difference in a pal’s life. Team up by being a buddy and be cool in school with your pal. The power of buddies unified to make a stand against the injustice of bullies. Buddies are stronger together, stronger in unity, and triumphant against bullies. Buddies are unstoppable and powerful together. They can stand together and speak out against the wrong in order to conquer bullies together. Buddies are good leaders in standing up against bullies and fighting for what is right. Buddies do not go along with the wrong to be a part of a group. There is a right way for buddies to fight back and take a stand against bullies without hate.

Buddy the cat is abandoned in the woods. Despite hardships and setbacks, Buddy perseveres until finally his bravery rewarded. So many animals would make wonderful companions if only -- like Buddy -- they were given a chance. This is a much-needed picture book for children to understand the special way of relating to a rescue cat. Children naturally want to run up to a cat, pick the cat up and cuddle. For a cat who may have never had contact with a human being or who may have been abused or neglected, this is too much, too fast. In Brave Buddy, the little girl takes cues from the cat, and slowly trust and love grow between them. THIS IS RESCUE AT ITS BEST.

An empowering picture book for all kids that demonstrates to children that they can be real-life superheroes and that all kids have what it takes to be brave. Superheroes seek adventure, never give up, and stay calm when others are afraid. Superheroes are brave. But they aren't the only ones. Kids are brave every day. When they are told they are too little, but accomplish something big. When they check for monsters under the bed, just in case. When they face something uncertain, whether a thunderstorm or a hospital visit. When they stand up for what's right, even when it means facing consequences. Like superheroes, brave kids can save the world, just by being brave. Thoughtful text from Stacy McAnulty paired with vibrant illustrations from Joanne Lew-Vriethoff encourage kids to be brave in all the ways they can: trying new things, speaking their mind, confronting bullies, and more. This book will inspire kids to follow their hearts and to have courage, no matter the situation.

Once, when the world was new, God looked down on His creation and was disappointed. The skies rained down on His world for forty days and forty nights. He made Noah the inheritor of His creation. What would He think if He looked down upon us now? What would we do if it started to rain and it did not stop? Where would we run when the water is everywhere? And who would be our Noah? Nine people have been chosen to build a new ark, to survive the Second Flood, to make good God's vision of humanity. Who are these Nine? And what about everyone else? It is time. . . Sink? Or swim?

2008 Best Children's Books of the Year, Bank Street College Morris Frank lost his sight in 1924, when he was only sixteen. One day, Morris's dad read him an article about an American dog trainer living in Switzerland. This is the story of his relationship with Buddy, his own seeing eye dog.

Find yourself. Find your place. Find your brave. This uplifting tale, which award-winning author Leslie Connor dubbed “a perfectly paced journey of the heart” is perfect for fans of Lisa Graff and Lynda Mullaly Hunt. Cyrus Olson’s dad is a hero—Northfield’s former football star and now one of their finest firefighters. Everyone expects Cyrus to follow in his dad’s record-breaking footsteps, and he wishes they were right—except he’s never been brave like that. But this year, with the help of a stray dog, a few new friends, a little bit of rhythm, and a lot of nerve, he may just discover that actually…he is. Lauded as “remarkable” by the New York Times Book Review, Lindsey Stoddard’s heartfelt stories continue to garner critical acclaim, and her latest novel will have fans new and old rooting for Cyrus and Parker’s special bond and the courage it helps them both to find.

A collection of war poems written following the author's return to Newfoundland in 1917, having fought with the Canadian Army during the First World War.