Payton discovers an old diary in the attic that belonged to her great-grandmother, who was a mail-order bride in the early 1900s. Payton is fascinated by the story and begins to write her own diary, imagining what her life would be like if she were a mail-order bride.
When winter comes, Fenna the fox kit sets out to explore the world and see the snowfall. She gets lost and must find her way back home before the coldest months set in . Along the way, Fenna learns the importance of family and home.
This book features a variety of traditional Filipino recipes, perfect for anyone looking to get a taste of the Philippines. From stews and soups to rice and noodle dishes, to desserts, this book has it all!
Nina is a shy high school student who feels like an outsider. When she meets a group of punk rockers, she finally feels like she belongs. But when her parents find out about her new friends, they forbid her from seeing them. Nina is torn between doing what her parents want and following her heart.
Lila the Giraffe is jealous of the new baby elephant at first, but then discovers she can help him by using her long neck. The two become best friends.
Ella is a young girl who loves to read. When a new book by her favorite author is released, she rushes to the store to buy it. But she is disappointed when she finds that the story is different from what she was expecting. After thinking about it, she decides that the new story is actually better than the one she was expecting. She writes to the author to tell her how much she loved the new book.
John and Mary are forced to flee their home when it's attacked by a gang of outlaws. With the outlaws close behind them, they meet up with a group of cowboys who help them escape.
Shannon, a girl from the country, is sent to live with her grandparents in Brooklyn. She meets Sammy, a boy who shows her around the city and with whom she has all sorts of adventures.