Pilgrim Cat
Young Pilgrim Faith Barrett discovers a stray cat on the Mayflower. She names her new friend Pounce. Together they face the long voyage and the perils of the first winter in the new colony. That summer, Pounce vanishes. When Faith finds her cat, the reason for Pounce's disappearance becomes clear. At the harvest celebration that fall, there is much for Faith to be thankful for! Read more...

Mommy Far, Mommy Near
Elizabeth, who was born in China, feels a range of emotions as she learns she has two mommies; one in China and one in America. Eventually, with the help and support of her adoptive mother, Elizabeth begins to accept that she has a far mommy and a near mommy, who both love her very much. Read more...

Sugar Was My Best Food: Diabetes and Me
Adair Gregory is diagnosed with diabetes when he is nine. In this true story, 11-year-old Adair admits that he first thought "DIE-a-bee-tees" meant he was going to die. At first, he is too weak to ride his bike or run track. He can hardly ever eat candy, his "best" food. Often Adair feels confused, alone and scared. Over time, Adair and his family learn to manage his diabetes. Adair gets his life back. This book helps children cope with diabetes and other illnesses that may make them feel isolated or different. Read more...

Death and Dying
Young people grappling with grief for the first time are often confused and frightened. An expert on grieving, Dr. Peacock offers real life stories, as well as optional exercises, to help the reader cope with loss. This guidebook, which is part of Scholastic's Life Balance Series, is also useful for parents and friends of a young person who is grieving. Read more...

Hand Me Down Dreams
This is the story of four adolescent girls, who are all in trouble with the courts and may be sent to reform school. Like their mothers, they feel trapped and overwhelmed. A young social worker and her assistant bring the girls together to form a group. The girls become friends. Over time, many of the girls are able to separate from their mothers and start independent lives of their own. Read more...