Sally Warner est une romancière pour enfants et jeunes adultes, ainsi qu'une auteure de livres sur la créativité. Ses œuvres offrent des aperçus pénétrants du monde des enfants et des adolescents. Warner explore les thèmes de l'identité, de l'amitié et de la découverte à travers des récits captivants. Son approche est ludique mais sensible, résonnant profondément auprès des jeunes lecteurs.
The story revolves around EllRay's struggle to regain his friend's trust through mastering dance moves. As he navigates challenges, he learns valuable lessons about friendship, perseverance, and self-confidence. The narrative emphasizes the importance of personal growth and the impact of social dynamics among peers, making it relatable for young readers facing similar issues in their own lives.
EllRay Jakes faces challenges that come with being a small kid navigating a big world. As he deals with school dynamics, friendships, and the ups and downs of childhood, his experiences resonate with young readers. The story explores themes of resilience, identity, and the importance of standing up for oneself, all while maintaining a humorous and relatable tone. Through EllRay's journey, readers learn valuable lessons about overcoming obstacles and the significance of family and friendship.
EllRay's humorous adventures resonate with children, showcasing relatable experiences and comedic situations. His antics provide a lighthearted exploration of childhood challenges, making it easy for young readers to connect with his character. The book captures the essence of growing up through laughter and fun, appealing to kids from various backgrounds.
EllRay's life takes a turn when his younger sister accidentally overfeeds the classroom goldfish he was responsible for during Spring vacation. While most of his classmates are understanding, Cynthia seizes the chance to shift blame onto him. This predicament tests EllRay's friendships and integrity as he navigates the challenges of third grade, facing the dilemma of standing up for himself against Cynthia's accusations. The story explores themes of responsibility, friendship, and the complexities of school dynamics.
In this fourth installment of the Absolutely Alfie series, the protagonist, Alfie, embarks on a mission to rescue Halloween from an overwhelming number of princess costumes. As he navigates the festive chaos, Alfie showcases his creativity and determination, highlighting themes of individuality and the spirit of the holiday. Readers can expect a fun-filled adventure that emphasizes the importance of celebrating Halloween in unique ways.
Follow EllRay and his friends as they embark on two humorous adventures that showcase their relatable and comical experiences. With a blend of mischief and charm, these stories capture the essence of childhood, making them enjoyable for kids of all backgrounds. EllRay's unwittingly funny antics promise to entertain and resonate with young readers.
In this installment, EllRay Jakes experiences personal growth through basketball, navigating the challenges of teamwork and competition. As he faces various hurdles both on and off the court, EllRay learns valuable lessons about friendship, perseverance, and maturity. This story highlights his journey towards becoming a more responsible and confident young person, showcasing the importance of sports in his development.
The small kid with big problems returns in the seventh cook of this beloved series! It’s almost Christmas and school is going great for EllRay. He’s “blending in” just the way he likes. So when his father tells him he should be proud to be part of the African-American “community,” EllRay isn’t so sure he wants to call attention to his differences. After all, he’s only one of two boys in his class with brown skin. And then, totally by accident, he insults the other boy—one of his best friends—and all at once EllRay’s back to being the center of attention. And not exactly for good reasons. With Sally Warner’s trademark sense of humor and spot-on dialogue, EllRay confronts questions about race and how it impacts both himself and everyone around him. “Kids of all stripes will identify with EllRay and his unwittingly hilarious antics.”—Booklist A Junior Library Guild selectionA Scholastic Book Club selectionA Texas Bluebonnet Award Winner 2012-13
Emma McGraw, an eight-year-old only child, faces disruption when her new neighbor, four-year-old Anthony, temporarily moves in. Initially annoyed by his loudness and messy habits, she struggles to adjust, especially as she navigates starting at a new school and making friends. However, as the week progresses, Emma discovers that having Anthony around might not be so terrible after all, leading to unexpected companionship and growth in her understanding of family dynamics.
Facing relentless bullying from Jared Matthews, EllRay Jakes struggles to defend himself without getting into trouble. His father's promise of a trip to Disneyland serves as motivation for EllRay to stay on the straight and narrow for a week. However, the challenge of balancing his desire to stand up for himself while avoiding conflict proves to be more complicated than he anticipated. This story explores themes of resilience, friendship, and the trials of childhood.