Skønlitteratur for børn og unge: historiske fortællinger

Wonder is the beginning of everything."Jesse! Leave me alone!" Gemma screamed, "Just GO!"Jesse's chest jolted as if stung by a hornet, and his heart wailed, "What's happened to Gemma? Where is her Light?"An eight-year-old orphan, Jesse had been having a wonderful year with his grandmother, Gemma, at Windy Hill Farm on an island in New England. But now it is 1955, and Jesse finds that life can be bleak, with ruined crops, little to eat, and money in short supply. Gemma is worn out and bitterly broken-hearted that her husband, Daniel, is still missing after twenty-five years. On top of that, ominous strangers creep around the farm, seeking the ever-rumored treasure.Jesse must shine his Light brighter than ever as he learns to cope while puzzling out astonishing mysteries and muddles. He is still becoming the accidental hero in his sometimes hilarious, sometimes perilous, but always amazing adventures. Jesse is learning to Know Wonder!Featuring classic illustrations and words that beg to be read aloud.

Do you believe in destiny or are you brave and smart enough to make your own luck?In a world ruled by superstition, where ghosts and the old gods compete with dragons, dryads, and kings, you'd better have your wits about you.Fortunately, for Mandorlinfiore, Princess Belfioré has intelligence enough for them both!Together they must survive riddles, magic, conspiracy, and the terrifyingly sharp teeth of a dragon, with a cat, its mouse, and a tatty old book of poetry.

"A young Hmong girl has never been outside the camp she lives in with her parents and thousands of other families. Most days, she spends her time playing with her cousins and pretending they can fly above the clouds and far away from here. When her family's papers are finally approved, she's uncertain if she's ready to leave everything--and everyone--she's ever known behind. But on the day she leaves, her favorite aunt, Golden Flower, sees her off with the words, Your wings have arrived"--Publisher's website.

Ashton Fontaine and Skylar Cranston have known each other all of their lives. Their families are practically inseparable. Skylar has loved him since she was a child, but the inevitable trials of life seem to always be standing in their way. But even heartache and loss cannot keep the two of them apart. With a little time, exploration, family antics, and a dash of an ancestral mystery though, they finally have to open their eyes to the possibilities that they can no longer fight their destiny to be together.

The Spanish-language edition of the dynamic prequel to New York Times bestselling author Kwame Alexander's Newbery Medal-winning novel in verse, The Crossover! Before Josh and Jordan Bell were streaking up and down the court, their father was learning his own moves. Chuck Bell takes center stage as readers get a glimpse of his childhood and how he became the jazz music-worshiping basketball star his sons look up to.A novel in verse with all the impact and rhythm readers have come to expect from Kwame Alexander, Rebound goes back in time to visit the childhood of Chuck "Da Man" Bell during one pivotal summer when young Charlie is sent to stay with his grandparents--where he discovers basketball and learns more about his family's past.***La edición en español de la dinámica precuela de la novela en verso del bestselling autor del New York Times, Kwame Alexander, ganadora de la Medalla Newbery, ¡El Crossover!Antes de que Josh y Jordan Bell estuvieran girando de un lado a otro de la cancha, su padre estaba aprendiendo sus propios juegos. Chuck Bell ocupa un escenario central mientras los lectores vislumbran su infancia y cómo se convirtió en la estrella del baloncesto adoradora de la música jazz a la que sus hijos admiran.Una novela en verso con todo el impacto y el ritmo que los lectores esperan de Kwame Alexander, Rebote retrocede en el tiempo para visitar la infancia de Chuck "Da Man" Bell durante un verano transformador cuando el joven Charlie es enviado a quedarse con sus abuelos -- donde descubre el baloncesto y aprende más sobre el pasado de su familia.

"A celebration of the extraordinary and ordinary power of dogs of all kinds, in sly and cheerful verse from celebrated poet David Elliott. Features artwork from an all-star cast of eighteen bestselling and award-winning illustrators. ... You'll meet big dogs and small dogs, scruffy dogs and elegant dogs, and dogs from all around the world. Pairing engaging poems with surprising facts, Best in Show is a one-of-a-kind gift and a paw-sitively perfect read-aloud for dog lovers and aspiring pet owners. Includes illustrations by Elaine Bay, Câatia Chien, Matthew Cordell, Cindy Derby, Flavia Z. Drago, Leo Espinosa, Raissa Figueroa, Julie Flett, Ebony Glenn, Rebecca Green, Emily Hughes, Oge Mora, Kenard Pak, Antoinette Portis, Raâul the Third, Sergio Ruzzier, Charles Santoso, and David Ezra Stein"--

"When her unconventional parents finally agree to settle down in one place, twelve-year-old Cayenne's dreams come true, but the reality of fitting in is much harder than she imagined"--

"It's 1942, and the United States is at war. While most of the kids in Henry Hamilton's class dream of being soldiers and shipping off overseas, Henry wants to contribute in a different way: he dreams of being a reporter. When his city organizes an air raid program as part of its civilian defense efforts, he just might find the scoop he's been hoping for. But as he tracks down his leads, he discovers a story far more perilous and important than he could have imagined. As the danger mounts, Henry must navigate dark forests, hidden tunnels, and even enemy spies and saboteurs in order to expose the shocking truth..."--

An instant New York Times bestseller!A stand-alone companion to the national bestsellers A Wolf Called Wander and A Whale of the Wild.Exiled from his band, a young, wild horse must find his way across treacherous terrain to reunite with his family after being captured for the Pony Express. Horn Book calls A Horse Named Sky "engrossing and fast-paced." This Voice on the Wilderness novel is an enthralling survival story about wild horses, family bonds, and a changing environment. Young colt Sky was born with the urge to run. Alongside his band, he moves across the range searching for fresh water and abundant grazing. But humans have begun to encroach on Sky's homelands. With fewer resources to share, Sky knows that he must leave if his family is to survive. He hopes that one day he'll be strong and brave enough to return and challenge the stallion to lead the herd.Being a lone wild horse in a vast landscape is not easy, and things get even more dangerous when Sky is captured and forced to run for the Pony Express. Now, against all odds, Sky must find a way to escape and reunite with his family.A Horse Named Sky is a stand-alone companion novel to Rosanne Parry's New York Times bestsellers A Wolf Called Wander and A Whale of the Wild. Chronicling the perils of westward expansion and the grueling Pony Express from the perspective of a wild horse, A Horse Named Sky is a gripping animal survival story about family, courage, trust, leadership, and loyalty. Impeccably researched and illustrated in black-and-white throughout, A Horse Named Sky is an excellent read-aloud for parents and teachers and a wonderful choice for fans of DreamWorks' Spirit and Anna Sewell's Black Beauty.Includes black-and-white illustrations throughout, a map, and extensive back matter about wild horses and their habitats.

Sammie Explore l'Égypte AncienneÀ la recherche d'un livre d'aventure pour enfants qui ferait voyager votre enfant dans le temps et lui permettrait de bien comprendre l'Égypte ancienne sous une forme ludique et informative, parfaite pour les enfants ?¿¿Si OUI,Apprêtez-vous à voyager dans l'Égypte ancienne avec Sammie comme guide fidèle !Ne pouvant garder les yeux ouverts pour la très attendue leçon sur l'Égypte ancienne, Sammie décida alors de créer une machine à voyager dans le temps et de découvrir l'Égypte ancienne lui-même ! Il se munit donc de ses outils et se met au travail. En un rien de temps, sa machine à voyager dans le temps se mit à trembler et à vrombir, prête à l'emmener dans son aventure épique. Des magnifiques rivières aux pyramides les plus hautes, Sammie transportera les enfants dans une aventure historique qui leur apprendra sans peine la véritable essence de l'Égypte ancienne.Dans Sammie Explore l'Égypte Ancienne, les enfants découvriront :· Une introduction intéressante et divertissante au monde de l'Égypte ancienne· Le concept du voyage dans le temps et son application d'une manière divertissante et imaginative· L'art et l'architecture de l'Égypte ancienne, y compris les monuments de l'Égypte ancienne tels que les pyramides et le Nil· La vie quotidienne et les coutumes des anciens Égyptiens, notamment la manière dont ils se procuraient de la nourriture et de l'eau· Un secret fascinant sur les chatons et l'Égypte ancienne.· Et bien plus encore !Que ce soit pour les parents, les éducateurs, les enseignants ou simplement les personnes à la recherche d'un livre pour enfants que votre enfant adorera, Sammie Explore l'Égypte Ancienne est le livre qu'il vous faut.

Join Camellia, an eight-year-old tea enthusiast, on a magical journey through Sri Lanka where we explore the world of tea, culture, and cuisine.As you turn the pages, you will embark on a fun-filled adventure that will capture your child's imagination and curiosity. Follow Camellia as she travels through the tea plantations, visits local tea farmers, and learns about the different types of tea. Along the way, she will discover the vibrant festivals, unique traditions, and delicious food of Sri Lanka.This book is perfect for children who love tea, travel, and adventure. It's a great way to introduce them to different cultures, expand their knowledge of tea, and ignite their curiosity about the world around them.With beautiful illustrations and engaging storytelling, Cuppa with Camellia: A Tea Tour of Sri Lanka will transport your child to a world of tea, adventure, and excitement. It's a perfect addition to any young reader's bookshelf.

"In 15th-century Mesoamerica, Donají and Itzcacalotl travel to the Oracle of Lyobaa in the hopes of learning the secret behind Donají's missing father. But instead of receiving information, they find themselves roped into a quest to stop the assassination of the great Emperor Ahuizotl! This is easier said than done when faced with a mysterious group of black-clad killers who want nothing more than to send the known world tumbling into chaos"--

Set in eastern Africa 100,000 years ago, Women of the Plains tells the story of a confrontation between two cultures of early Homo sapiens, the ancestors of all modern human beings. When the young huntress Oja gets separated from her nomadic band after a hunting accident, she finds herself in a strange place where the people have settled into permanent villages. As she struggles to find her place in this new world, her old friends Uru and Namak go looking for her. Oja must eventually choose between the way of life she has always known and that of the people who have embraced her as one of their own.

The swoon-worthy sequel to the instant New York Times bestseller, The Davenports. Perfect for fans of Bridgerton and The Gilded Age.Newly engaged Ruby Tremaine is eagerly planning her wedding to the love of her life when a nasty rumour threatens her reputation and her marriage.Charming socialite, Olivia Davenport secretly hopes for a reunion with the dashing lawyer from her past - until her parents decide she's to marry someone else.Amy-Rose Shepherd is making her lifelong wishes come true, but when an incident forces her to return to Freeport, she's back in the path of John Davenport, who still holds her heart.Determined to get over her own heartbreak, Helen Davenport's sole focus is working on her father's company, even if it means teaming up with a thrill-seeking race car driver who just loves to get under her skin.PRAISE FOR THE DAVENPORTS:'A dazzling debut.' - Kirkus (starred review)'The perfect read for fans of escapist historical fiction.' - NBC's TODAY'If this whole series existed right now, I'd tear through it to the exclusion of everything else in my life.' - Teen Librarian Toolbox

The year is AD 877, and King Alfred has succeeded in driving the marauding Danes from his kingdom - for the time being. Edwin and his sister Edith are just beginning to enjoy their liberty when, one terrible night, their lives change forever. Separated from one another, and caught up in the turmoil of their times, Edwin and Edith must learn to discern between truth and falsehood, friend and foe, or be swept away on a tide of treachery.A blind bard, a lame blacksmith, and an ambitious warrior all have their role in this tale of courage and true heroism set during the reign of Alfred the Great.

"Sneaking around is like telling a lie, Buford, and lying is never good. It could put you in danger. Someday, it could even get you killed." Buford's story takes place in the hills close to Bethlehem more than two thousand years ago. The little lamb loves to explore and play by himself in the dark. He wants to grow to be a large ram like his father, and he tries to prove he's afraid of nothing. Granny scolds Buford for sneaking away in the night and disobeying his parents, but she always waits for him to return. She also warns him about the dangers that lurk in the darkness beyond the protection of the shepherds. Buford doesn't listen though. One night, all Granny's warnings prove to be true, and Buford's life is changed forever. What will happen to Buford? Is this story just make--believe or could Buford be the lamb we see in the manger scenes at Christmastime? Read this book to find out who Buford really is.

In Regency Era Scotland . . .Brennan Lennox fears the creatures that stalk the magical wilds of the Scottish moors. He knows to avoid all those that possess magic-especially witches-and what happens if someone comes under the spell of a dreaded kelpie; a deadly water horse that drowns its victims.When his family faces starvation, Brennan accepts a wager to go on a kelpie hunt, hoping to earn respect, and some money, from his village. But when the wager goes horribly wrong, he and his family are whisked away from the highlands to the city of Glasgow, where the magic and terrors of the moors are forgotten.Yet peace does not always last. After years of being raised as a city gentleman, the mythical beasts of Brennan's past have resurfaced to haunt him. His once-bright future threatens to crumble into chaos. Desperate, Brennan realizes he must swallow his fear and forge alliances with magic wielders to protect all he loves.However, what starts as a personal quest soon reveals darker secrets that have consequences more far-reaching than he could have imagined. His endeavor may endanger more than just his life; it might ruin the world.

The dying wish of Rose's father is that she and her brother survive the plague rampaging through London in 1665. Armed with the last creation their father made in his apothecary, Rose and Lem hope to protect themselves against the sickness, but as word about the special oil blend spreads, they must also protect themselves against thieves.

Through a pair of ornate wrought-iron gates was one of the oldest universities in the country. Our paths had just intersected. It was 1985 and I, little black duck, was about to embark on a law degree. Set within the explosive cultural shifts of the 1960s and 1980s, Becoming Kirrali Lewis chronicles the journey of a young Aboriginal teenager as she leaves her home town in rural Victoria to take on a law degree in Melbourne in 1985. Adopted at birth by a white family, Kirrali doesn't question her cultural roots until a series of life-changing events force her to face up to her true identify. Her decision to search for her biological parents sparks off a political awakening that no-one sees coming, least of all Kirrali herself as she discovers her mother is white and her father is a radical black activist. Narrative flashbacks to the 1960s, where Kirrali's biological mother, Cherie, is rebelling against her parent's strict conservatism sees her fall into a clandestine relationship with an Aboriginal man. Unmarried and pregnant, Cherie's traumatic story of an unforgiving Australian society give meaning to Kirrali's own rites of passage nearly twenty years later. The generational threads of human experience are the very things that will complete her. If only she can let go.

Shamanens hemmelighed 2 – Ravnens Fjer af Kristine Camille Sommer er andet bind i den historiske fantasy-trilogi, Shamanens Hemmelighed. En fantastisk fortælling sat i den danske stenalder. Arkæolog Andreas Wadskjær, der har speciale i stenalderen, har været konsulent på bøgerne og hjulpet med at få detaljerne så præcise som muligt.Danmark – Stenalderen: 4500 år før vor tidsregning.Shamanens søn Andrak har startet et nyt liv med Milika. Hun bliver gravid og alt skulle være godt nu. Men skyggerne fra Andraks fortid vil ikke lade ham få fred og suger hans kræfter. En mystisk ravn begynder at følge ham, og Andrak samler en fjer op i håbet om at få noget af dens kraft.Sådan går det ikke. I stedet må Milika finde styrke for dem begge to, da de igen bliver tvunget til at flygte, nu med to små børn. De mystiske fremmede, der overfalder og hærger bopladser, tvinger Andrak og Milika til at vende tilbage til Helligpladsen med Yogil og Silikan. Det sted Andrak havde svoret, han aldrig ville vende tilbage til igen…Uddrag fra Ravnens Fjer:”Her er noget, der ikke skal være herinde. Noget der føles… Ondt!””Ondt?””Ja. Noget der ikke vil jer det godt. Det kommer herovre fra.”Bedstemor går hen mod soveskindet.”Der er noget her, der ikke er godt.”Hun ser sig omkring. Løfter skindet, kigger op i loftet.”Der er noget deropppe, tror jeg. Men jeg kan ikke nå. Vil du lige se, hvad der er?””Hvad skal jeg se efter?” spørger Andrak, og ved udmærket godt, hvad det er.

The Scented Court, is a four book, YA noblebright epic fantasy series by an award-winning author, now complete.

The War of Independence Way opens with the Reds (the British redcoats), bullies from Crown Township, blasting Massachusetts Avenue boys with paintballs (the Boston Massacre) on the orders of their leader, Georgie King (King George III), the richest kid around and the worst eighth grader in history. Members of Down with Crown, a "secret society," get revenge by dumping lemonade over Georgie's head rather than pay "taxes" on their profits. Which works out well . . . except that it starts a war thatIndependence Way seems to have no chance of winning.Because the neighborhood needs her, GW (George Washington) reluctantly leads the Independence Warriors. But despite early victories, such as crossing Delaware Creek to humiliate Georgie in his own school, the Warriors, already under-resourced, become completely overwhelmed. GW hatches a plan that is either fantastically brilliant or incredibly stupid: attacking the Reds inside the Taco Bell at York Road and Town Boulevard, while also gathering "sensitive" information on them to make them give up. Eventually, Georgie surrenders (sort of), but without something to be against, the kids wonder what it is they are for. Will Independence Way remain thirteen separate blocks, or can the neighborhood become "united streets"?

In 1710, William Castle and his wife, Grace inherit the family company. When William's older brother, George, learns his nephew is next in line instead of him, he is furious. He vows revenge...On Samuel's tenth birthday, he receives a telescope as a special gift from his father. It's the only thing left behind when he mysteriously disappears. He is found on board a ship heading for Lisbon, Portugal, and he's not alone.A second stowaway is soon discovered, and whilst docked in Lisbon, a slave boy is rescued by the crew. But before the boys can get to know one another, a terrifying storm hits the ship and strands them at sea.It's here they will face their greatest threat to their future, and where they will discover what's truly important.

A hopeful and heartwarming story about finding joy after tragedy, Amil and the After is a companion to the beloved and award-winning Newbery Honor novel The Night Diary, by acclaimed author Veera HiranandaniAt the turn of the new year in 1948, Amil and his family are trying to make a home in India, now independent of British rule.Both Muslim and Hindu, twelve-year-old Amil is not sure what home means anymore. The memory of the long and difficult journey from their hometown in what is now Pakistan lives with him. And despite having an apartment in Bombay to live in and a school to attend, life in India feels uncertain.Nisha, his twin sister, suggests that Amil begin to tell his story through drawings meant for their mother, who died when they were just babies. Through Amil, readers witness the unwavering spirit of a young boy trying to make sense of a chaotic world, and find hope for himself and a newly reborn nation.

It is June 10, 1663 and Etienne is running through a field of wild pasture, startling a flock of grouse into the air amid a frenzy of feathers and squawking, as he heads toward a double wedding in town. He has no idea that the ceremony will be interrupted with the news of a Native American attack on the Dutch settlement up north, the consequences of which will turn his world upside down threatening his family, community, and Lenape friends. He must choose - protect his new friends or defend his community. Both choices demand great sacrifice and risk the lives of those he loves.

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