John Adams is a thirteen year old boy living in the American colonies in the 1700s. When he learns that the colonies are planning to declare independence from England, he is thrilled. He immediately begins to write letters to the other delegates, urging them to vote for independence. His passion and eloquence convince many of them, and on July 4, 1776, the Declaration of Independence is signed .
Sarah is excited to celebrate Passover with her family, but when her younger brother Joshua accidentally breaks the family's only Passover plate, Sarah is worried that the holiday will be ruined. With the help of her grandmother, Sarah sets out to find a replacement plate before the holiday is over. Along the way, she learns about the history of the Passover holiday and the meaning of its symbols .
The sheriff of Willow Creek investigates a series of murders and discovers that a werewolf is responsible. With the help of a local hunter, they track down the werewolf and put an end to its killing spree.
Fiona is a 9 year old girl who is sent to live with her grandparents in China during the country's civil war. Despite the violence and poverty she witnesses, Fiona comes to appreciate the strength and resilience of the Chinese people. She learns the importance of family, friendship, and hope through her journey.
Fiona is bored at her grandmother's house until she finds an old book of fairy tales. She becomes entranced by the stories and imagines herself as the heroine. Fiona has never felt so alive and happy as she does when she is lost in her fairy tale world.
Zabibu the giraffe arrives at a new wildlife reserve, only to discover that it is in danger of being closed due to financial problems. Zabibu is determined to help save the reserve and enlists the help of her new friends. Together, they come up with a plan to raise awareness of the reserve and its importance in conserving giraffe populations.
Jack Ryan is a thirteen year old who unexpectedly becomes the starting pitcher for his school's baseball team. With the help of his best friend and catcher Sammy, Jack must learn to control his pitches and lead his team to victory.
Bluebird's Choice is a story about a young girl who is taken in by a family of Mohawk after her parents are killed in a raid by the Iroquois. Bluebird quickly learns the ways of the Mohawk and comes to love her new family. However, when the Iroquois return seeking revenge, Bluebird must choose between the life she knows and the life she wants .