Books like 'Against the Odds'
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Wheel-Mouse vs All The Crazy Robots by Celyn Lawrence
Rated: 4.83 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThis is a children's picture book. All profits are going to a hospice charity that helps care for terminally ill and life-limited children.See it here: http://wheel-mouse.blogspot.co.uk/201...Buy it for kindle on Amazon.The story comes from my severely disabled daughter, Celyn (aged 8). She used a head-switch and communication device & I did the illustrations...Categorized as:
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![Патиланско царство by Ran Bosilek, Ран Босилек]()
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![The Outsiders by Christopher Sergel, S.E. Hinton]()
The Outsiders by Christopher Sergel, S.E. Hinton
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsAdapted by Christopher Sergel. From the book by S.E. Hinton.Cast: 10m., 8w. (extras as desired.) Some variations possible. S.E. Hinton, who wrote this modern classic when she was 16 years old, comments: "The Outsiders, like most things I write, is written from a boy's point of view. That's why I'm listed as S.E. Hinton rather than Susan... -
![Four Fudge Books by Judy Blume by Judy Blume]()
Four Fudge Books by Judy Blume by Judy Blume
Rated: 4.29 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsWhat's better than a double dose of fudge? An entire box! The first four books in the incredibly popular Fudge series are now available in a gifty boxed set. Whether Fudge is swallowing a turtle, digging up worms, or vowing to marry his neighbor Sheila, he'll definitely be driving his older brother Peter crazy...Categorized as:
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![Good Work, Amelia Bedelia by Peggy Parish]()
Good Work, Amelia Bedelia by Peggy Parish
Rated: 4.22 of 5 stars · 18 ratingsAmelia Bedelia, the mixed-up maid everyone loves, is up to her old tricks again. When Mr. and Mrs. Rogers go out for the day and leave a list of jobs for Amelia to do, she handles them in her usual wacky way... -
![Папа, мама, бабушка, восемь детей и грузовик by Anne-Cath. Vestly]()
Папа, мама, бабушка, восемь детей и грузовик by Anne-Cath. Vestly
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![Jemima Small Versus the Universe by Tamsin Winter]()
Jemima Small Versus the Universe by Tamsin Winter
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsJemima Small just wants to be like other girls. She hates being called "Jemima Big", being forced to join the school health group - aka Fat Club - and that she can't apply for her favourite TV show without worrying everyone will laugh. But she also knows that the biggest stars in the universe are the brightest. So maybe it's her time to shine...Categorized as:
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![IL Y A DES CHATS DANS CE LIVRE by Viviane Schwarz]()
IL Y A DES CHATS DANS CE LIVRE by Viviane Schwarz
Rated: 4.21 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsWhen did you last play with cats - inside a book? The cats in this book want to have fun, and by turning the pages and flipping the flaps you can play their favourite games with them... -
![The Secret Ingredient by Paul Castle]()
The Secret Ingredient by Paul Castle
Rated: 4.75 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsFollows Pringle and Finn as they deliver birthday cakes to their colorful animal friends. Along the way, our lovable penguins discover the "secret ingredients" to a happy family. The Secret Ingredient is the sequel to Pringle & Finn (The Pengrooms).The Secret Ingredient is a picture book for ALL ages... -
![The Tillerman Saga: Homecoming / Dicey's Song / A Solitary Blue (#1-3) by Cynthia Voigt]()
The Tillerman Saga: Homecoming / Dicey's Song / A Solitary Blue (#1-3) by Cynthia Voigt
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratings... -
![The Worst Book Ever: An interactive read-aloud for reluctant readers by Beth Bacon]()
The Worst Book Ever: An interactive read-aloud for reluctant readers by Beth Bacon
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsMost bad books look forward to hanging out at rummage sales. Not this bad book. Its goal is to be featured in the library’s Banned Books List. Problem is, no one seems to notice… until the book teams up with its boisterous readers. Together, the book and its readers shout, wiggle, and sing to get the attention of a local librarian... -
![Ditelo a Sofia by Magda Szabó]()
Ditelo a Sofia by Magda Szabó
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsBudapest, estate 1957. Sofia ha undici anni e non riesce a capire il difficile mondo dei grandi intorno a lei. Timida e impacciata, studentessa mediocre e delusione continua per sua madre, Sofia aveva un buon rapporto solo con il padre, giovane medico stroncato da un infarto. «Ditelo a Sofia» sono le sue ultime parole, che diventano per la ragazzina un’ossessione... -
![How Fletcher Was Hatched, by Wende Devlin, Harry Devlin]()
How Fletcher Was Hatched, by Wende Devlin, Harry Devlin
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsFletcher is a large hound dog with brown spots, and his mistress is a little girl named Alexandra. The trouble starts because Alexandra is interested in baby chicks - tiny, fluffy, yellow chichk that say "Peep!" as they come out of their shells. Fletcher's water dish is empty. He hasn't had his ears scratched in days... -
![Fields of Home by Marita Conlon-McKenna]()
Fields of Home by Marita Conlon-McKenna
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsThe final book in the Children of the Famine trilogy, set during the Irish famine. Michael is a stable-boy at the Big House, learning about horses, while Eily struggles to survive in her cottage on a scrap of land and Peggy still works in America...Categorized as:
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![قصه های مجید by هوشنگ مرادیکرمانی]()
قصه های مجید by هوشنگ مرادیکرمانی
Rated: 4.13 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsقصه های مجید اثر هوشنگ مرادی کرمانی متولد 1323 چاپ دوازدهم انتشارات معین سال 1380مقدمه، عاشق کتاب، گربه، ژاکت پشمی، طبل، دعوت، سلمانی سوم، سماور، سفر، عکس یادگاری، آرزوها، دوچرخه، انشا نویس، توپ، سفرنامه ی اصفهان، تسبیح، اسکناس صد تومانی، طفل معصوم، عیدی، زبان بسته ها، ناف بچه، ماهی، خواب نما، یابو، تشویق، طلبکار، ناظم، هندوانه، شهرت، اردم، بیل (اردوی 1) ، آبگوشت (اردوی 2) ، کراوات، خیاط،... -
![Judy Moody, M.D.: The Doctor is In! by Megan McDonald]()
Judy Moody, M.D.: The Doctor is In! by Megan McDonald
Rated: 4.11 of 5 stars · 18 ratings"As always, there are facts to be learned and loads of puns and playful language to entertain readers. This is another winner, 'for real and absolute positive.'" -- SCHOOL LIBRARY JOURNALShe took her own temperature. With the fancy thermometer that beeped. It was not normal. It was not 98.6. Judy's temperature was 188.8! Judy's temperature was 00.0! Judy's temperature was beep-beep-beep-beep-beep...Categorized as:
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![Pat the Bunny by Dorothy Kunhardt]()
Pat the Bunny by Dorothy Kunhardt
Rated: 4.08 of 5 stars · 26 ratingsTouch and Feel books enhance a toddler's sensory world with textured materials. The materials are attached to durable pages, and the toddler is asked to feel the material or to look in the provided mirror... -
![A Sea of Stars by Kate Maryon]()
A Sea of Stars by Kate Maryon
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsMeet Maya. She has a cosy, comfy life with her slightly hippy mum and dad by the sea in Cornwall. But as an only child, Maya feels smothered by her parents’ love and longs to be a given more freedom and independence; but what Maya wants more than anything is a sister.Meet Cat...Categorized as:
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![Quest for the Sun by V.M. Jones]()
Quest for the Sun by V.M. Jones
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsAdam Equinox has at last discovered his true identity. But then he uncovers a secret in the final page of Queen Zaronel's diary: there was not one baby prince, but two. Zephyr, Prince of the Wind...and Zenith, Prince of the Sun, a twin four times Zephyr's own age...Categorized as:
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![100 Best Poems for Children by Roger McGough]()
100 Best Poems for Children by Roger McGough
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratings100 Best Poems for Children is a unique treasure trove. From the hundreds of poems originally chosen by children themselves, Roger McGough has selected an irresistible top one hundred every child should have.Arranged alphabetically, this glorious collection offers a fantastic voyage of discovery... -
![Jill's Gymkhana by Ruby Ferguson]()
Jill's Gymkhana by Ruby Ferguson
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsJill unexpectedly finds herself the proud owner of Farmer Clay's piebald pony. But that's when her problems begin because ponies are expensive... -
![Hey World, Here I Am! by Jean Little]()
Hey World, Here I Am! by Jean Little
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsAn ALA Notable Children’s Book * Multiple starred reviews“Engaging” — ALA Booklist (starred review)“A compelling portrait.” — Kirkus Reviews (starred review)“Funny and poignant.” — School Library Journal (starred review)Honest and engaging, award-winning author Jean Little’s beloved Hey World, Here I Am! is told in a series of poems, observations, and vignettes...Categorized as:
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![Today by Julie Morstad]()
Today by Julie Morstad
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsEvery day is full of endless possibilities - especially TODAY!The simplest moment has the potential to become extraordinary in this beautiful book by Julie Morstad. From getting dressed, to having breakfast, to choosing ways to go, Today has a little something to delight everyone... -
![The Great Snape Debate by Amy Berner, Orson Scott Card]()
The Great Snape Debate by Amy Berner, Orson Scott Card
Rated: 4.10 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsMaking the case for Severus Snape's guilt or innocence, this discussion takes a look at both sides of the most debated character in the Harry Potter series. With sections on Snape's history, Slytherin House, and Snape actor Alan Rickman's past roles, as well as Snape as villain and as hero, the book scours the Harry Potter novels for hints about Snape's final loyalty and the series' end... -
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![Babysitters Club Collection #1 (The Babysitters Club, #1-3) by Ann M. Martin]()
Babysitters Club Collection #1 (The Babysitters Club, #1-3) by Ann M. Martin
Rated: 4.10 of 5 stars · 10 ratings1. Kristy's Great Idea 2. Claudia and the Phantom Phone Calls3... -
![I Need a New Bum by Dawn McMillan]()
I Need a New Bum by Dawn McMillan
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsFinding out your bum is broken is a bit of a worry! But think of the possibilities for a new one.. -
![Το ψέμα by Ζωρζ Σαρή]()
Το ψέμα by Ζωρζ Σαρή
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsΔεν πρέπει να λέμε ψέματα. Δεν πρέπει......δεν πρέπει. Κι όταν λέμε; Όταν νομίζουμε πως πρέπει να πούμε; Όταν αισθανόμαστε την ανάγκη; Η Χριστίνα είχε λόγους να σκαρώνει ψέματα. Το κορίτσι των δεκαπέντε χρόνων, που βρίσκεται στο τέλος της παιδικής ηλικίας και στο κατώφλι των μεγάλων, με τα ψέματα θέλει να κρύψει κάτι που τη βασανίζει...Categorized as:
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![Trixie Belden und das Geheimnis der flüsternden Stimmen by Kathryn Kenny, Julie Campbell]()
Trixie Belden und das Geheimnis der flüsternden Stimmen by Kathryn Kenny, Julie Campbell
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsTrixie and Honey make friends with a new girl in town who lives at a mansion that is supposedly haunted by a witch's ghost. After the girls witness some "ghostly" activity, their new friend confesses she believes she is possessed by the witch's ghost. Trixie becomes determined to help the troubled girl and discover the truth about the Whispering Witch...Categorized as:
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![The Message in the Haunted Mansion by Carolyn Keene]()
The Message in the Haunted Mansion by Carolyn Keene
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsWhen Nancy, Bess, George, and Nancy's housekeeper, Hannah Gruen, travel to San Francisco to help Hannah's friend renovate a charming old Victorian mansion, they encounter possible ghosts, a legend of hidden gold--and greed...Categorized as:
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![Very Good Hats by Emma Straub]()
Very Good Hats by Emma Straub
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsThe first picture book by bestselling novelist Emma Straub, this joyous and inventive read-aloud will inspire kids to see ordinary objects in a whole new way.Some people think hats are fancy things you can buy at a dressy store, but that's just the tip of the iceberg. In this book, acorns and raspberries are snug hats for your fingers, and an empty pudding cup is a good hat for a stuffed bear... -
![Just Visiting by Laura Dower]()
Just Visiting by Laura Dower
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsKaboom! The Fourth of July is coming, and summer is really heating up. Madison is going to Gramma Helen's house on the lake in Illinois. Fire-works and fireflies and BBQ and . . -
![When the Dolls Woke by Marjorie Filley Stover]()
When the Dolls Woke by Marjorie Filley Stover
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsLong neglected dolls come awake and help their new owner and her elderly aunt find a treasure hidden in their dollhouse years ago... -
![Camp Rock The Junior Novel by Lucy Ruggles]()
Camp Rock The Junior Novel by Lucy Ruggles
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsMitchie, a stage-shy 14-year-old girl, pretends her mother is high up in the music biz to impress Tess, the most popular girl at summer camp. Camp Rock will premiere in June 2008 as a Disney Channel Original Movie.https://openlibrary.org/books/OL24202.. -
![Beyond the Shroud by V.M. Jones]()
Beyond the Shroud by V.M. Jones
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsJoin Adam Equinox on a new adventure in the second book of the Karazan Quartet. Adam is back at the orphanage and desperate to return to Quested Court for the holidays, but with the sinister new boy Weevil, and Matron conspiring against him, it seems impossible that Adam will ever escape Highgate . but finally he arrives at Quested Court only to find the household in turmoil...Categorized as:
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![The Magic Locket by Elizabeth Koda-Callan]()
The Magic Locket by Elizabeth Koda-Callan
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsNow with over 1.3 million copies in print, here is the unforgettable story of a little girl who can't seem to do anything right. Until the day she receives an heirloom - a golden locket that teaches her the magical power of believing in herself.Every little girl will be delighted and inspired by The Magic Locket, part of the Magic Charm series of children's books... -
![No Messin' with My Lesson by Nancy E. Krulik]()
No Messin' with My Lesson by Nancy E. Krulik
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsKatie's teacher Mrs. Derkman is a finalist in the Teacher of the Year contest, and a contest official is coming to observe her teach class 3A. But when Katie suddenly turns into Mrs.Derkman, the teacher's chances don't look so good... -
![El Polizon Del Ulises by Ana María Matute]()
El Polizon Del Ulises by Ana María Matute
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsJujú pasa las tardes en el desván de la casa, que se ha convertido en su barco, el Ulises, la señorita Florentina (una paloma) y su fiel Contramaestre (un perrito) le acompañan en todas sus aventuras. Los días de Jujú son más bien aburridos. Le han criado tres tías solteronas, que le encontraron en un capazo frente a la puerta de casa y sólo espera la hora de la siesta para escapar al Ulises... -
![Ponies from the Past by Jeanne Betancourt, Paul Bachem]()
Ponies from the Past by Jeanne Betancourt, Paul Bachem
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsLulu and Snow White find a letter written in 1918 hidden in a jar. The letter is from one young girl to another, who both seem to like ponies as much as the Pony Pals. Lulu and her friends can't figure out why the two hid notes to stay in touch. The only way to find out is to ask them, but will they be able to find them? Illustrations...Categorized as:
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![Witch Switch: Super Special by Nancy E. Krulik]()
Witch Switch: Super Special by Nancy E. Krulik
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsKatie loves Halloween. Everyone is buzzing about the costume contest, the Halloween parade is just around the corner, and a mysterious black kitten has captured Katie’s attention... -
![Bad Rap by Nancy E. Krulik]()
Bad Rap by Nancy E. Krulik
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsKatie and Suzanne are so excited-they won tickets to see their favorite rock group, the Bayside Boys, at the Cherrydale Arena! And not only do they get to see the show, but they get to attend the dress rehearsal and go backstage to hang out with the group! But when the magic wind turns Katie into one of the band members in the middle of the rehearsal, she manages to break up the band just before... -
![Nate the Great and the Hungry Book Club by Marjorie Weinman Sharmat, Mitchell Sharmat]()
Nate the Great and the Hungry Book Club by Marjorie Weinman Sharmat, Mitchell Sharmat
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThese chapter books introduce beginning readers to the detective mystery genre. Perfect for the Common Core, kids can problem-solve with Nate, using logical thinking to solve mysteries! Rosamond has started a book club called Rosamond’ s Ready Readers. But she claims there’s an evil page monster on the loose... -
![The One and Only Sparkella by Channing Tatum]()
The One and Only Sparkella by Channing Tatum
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsAn ode to self-esteem and the love between a father and daughter.Ella is excited for her first day at a new school.Glimmering pencil case? Check!Shimmering backpack? Check!Glittery ribbons in her hair? Check!But her first day doesn't go quite as planned. Her new classmates don't like her disco-ball shoes, her PB&J-with-sprinkles sandwich, or her rainbow-y unicorn painting... -
![Below the Root by Zilpha Keatley Snyder]()
Below the Root by Zilpha Keatley Snyder
Rated: 4.11 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsChosen to become one of a group of civil and religious leaders ruling the land of Green-Sky, thirteen-year-old Raamo's experiences make him question their teachings and lead him to uncover age-old deceptions...Categorized as:
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![Beyond the Horizon by Valerie Mouriaux Lauren Brooke, Lauren Brooke]()
Beyond the Horizon by Valerie Mouriaux Lauren Brooke, Lauren Brooke
Rated: 4.13 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsHeartland is a horse farm nestled in the hills of Virginia, but it's much more than that. Heartland is like no other place - it's a place where the scars of the past can be healed, a place where frightened and abused horses learn to trust again.Heartland has always been the center of Amy's life. But since she started her pre-veterinary program at college, her life has changed... -
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![Keeping Secrets by Beth Beechwood, Walt Disney Company]()
Keeping Secrets by Beth Beechwood, Walt Disney Company
Rated: 3.92 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsWhat is Miley supposed to do when her friend Oliver becomes totally obsessed with Hannah Montana? How can she possibly keep her pop-star identity hidden with Oliver constantly in her face, in her limo, "everywhere"?! Plus, Miley gets invited to a celebrity-filled birthday bash!https://openlibrary.org/books/OL23276.. -
![Bratovščina Sinjega galeba by Tone Seliškar]()
Bratovščina Sinjega galeba by Tone Seliškar
Rated: 3.90 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsDvanajstletni Ivo sam živi na Galebjem otoku, v stari kamniti hišici pred cerkvijo. Zaradi napake, ki jo je pred dolgimi leti zagrešil njegov oče, ga vaška skupnost zavrača, živi osamljeno, trdo življenje. Do njega je prijazen le stric Just. Ko se nekega dne na otok vrne njegov oče, ki naj bi bil že dolgo mrtev, se Ivovo življenje obrne na glavo. Oče umre, zapusti pa mu jadrnico Sinji galeb... -
![Eep! by Joke van Leeuwen]()
Eep! by Joke van Leeuwen
Rated: 3.88 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsOne day Warren sees something strange lying under a bush. He doesn't know whether it is a bird in the form of a girl, or a girl in the form of a bird. He takes the creature home. His wife Tina wants to keep it and raise it as her own child. But it has wings..Categorized as:
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![Bàn có năm chỗ ngồi by Nguyễn Nhật Ánh]()
Bàn có năm chỗ ngồi by Nguyễn Nhật Ánh
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsCâu chuyện xoay quanh tình bạn của năm đứa trẻ ngồi cùng bàn trong lớp 8A2: Huy, Bảy, Hiền, Quang, Đại, năm con người với năm tính cách, hoàn cảnh khác nhau cùng nhiều trò nghịch ngợm, những mâu thuẫn trẻ con trong lứa tuổi cắp sách tới trường.Mộc mạc, chân chất, vô tư, trong sáng… mỗi nhân vật là một tính cách sống động của lứa tuổi học trò mà ai cũng có thể bắt gặp trong ký ức của mình... -
![Bummer Summer by Ann M. Martin]()
Bummer Summer by Ann M. Martin
Rated: 3.83 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsWhen twelve-year-old Kammy has difficulty accepting her new family after her father's remarriage, a summer at Camp Arrowhead helps her to put her home life in perspective... -
![Donna Parker at Cherrydale by Marcia Martin]()
Donna Parker at Cherrydale by Marcia Martin
Rated: 3.83 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsDonna Parker at Cherrydale is the first book in the Donna Parker series. Donna and her best friend Ricky take summer jobs at Camp Cherrydale, a camp for young children run by Dr. and Mrs. Duvall. As junior counselors, Donna and Ricky immerse themselves in camp life. They meeting new people, get to know their young charges, run activities, and soak up the lovely surroundings of the camp...Categorized as:
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