Random House New Releases - Juvenile Fiction - Social Situations - Special Needs

Dog Diaries #1: Ginger by Tim Jessell

2013-01-08T00:30:00-05:00

Dog Diaries #1: Ginger
Written by Kate Klimo
Illustrated by Tim Jessell

Trade Paperback, 160 pages | Random House Books for Young Readers | Juvenile Fiction - Animals - Dogs; Juvenile Fiction - Historical; Juvenile Fiction - Social Situations - Special Needs | $6.99 | 978-0-307-97899-8 (0-307-97899-0)

For anyone who has ever wanted a puppy, the DOG DIARIES series tells a dog's story in a new way--from a dog's point of view! Focusing on a different breed for each book, starting with a Golden Retriever and a German Shepherd, these stories are based on true dog stories or on true-to-life situations. With realistic black-and-white illustrations by renowned illustrator Tim Jessel and an factual appendix, dog-loving early chapter book readers will beg for more!

Born in a puppy mill, Ginger the golden retriever looks back on her life and the various people who have "owned" her. Abruptly separated from her mother, littermates, and the wire cage that was her whole world, Ginger is shuttled from one harrowing situation to another until she finally escapes, living as an outlaw with a pack of wild dogs. But freedom doesn't feel so good once she becomes hungry and cold and sick. Will Ginger ever find a furever family to call her own?

Appendix features information about puppy mills, breed rescue groups, animal shelters, choosing a pet, and the history of golden retrievers.

Dog Diaries #1: Ginger by Tim Jessell

2013-01-08T00:30:00-05:00

Dog Diaries #1: Ginger
Written by Kate Klimo
Illustrated by Tim Jessell

eBook, 160 pages | Random House Books for Young Readers | Juvenile Fiction - Animals - Dogs; Juvenile Fiction - Historical; Juvenile Fiction - Social Situations - Special Needs | $6.99 | 978-0-307-97902-5 (0-307-97902-4)

Born in a puppy mill, Ginger the golden retriever looks back on her life and the various people who have "owned" her. Abruptly separated from her mother, littermates, and the wire cage that was her whole world, Ginger is shuttled from one harrowing situation to another until she finally escapes, living as an outlaw with a pack of wild dogs. But freedom doesn't feel so good once she becomes hungry and cold and sick. Will Ginger ever find a furever family to call her own? With realistic black-and-white illustrations by renowned illustrator Tim Jessel, and an appendix featuring information about puppy mills, breed rescue groups, animal shelters, choosing a pet, and the history of golden retrievers, dog-crazy early middle-grade readers will beg for more!

Dog Diaries #1: Ginger by Tim Jessell

2013-01-08T00:30:00-05:00

Dog Diaries #1: Ginger
Written by Kate Klimo
Illustrated by Tim Jessell

Hardcover Library Binding, 160 pages | Random House Books for Young Readers | Juvenile Fiction - Animals - Dogs; Juvenile Fiction - Historical; Juvenile Fiction - Social Situations - Special Needs | $12.99 | 978-0-307-97901-8 (0-307-97901-6)

The Tragedy Paper by Elizabeth Laban

2013-01-08T00:30:00-05:00

The Tragedy Paper
Written by Elizabeth Laban

Hardcover, 320 pages | Knopf Books for Young Readers | Juvenile Fiction - Social Situations; Juvenile Fiction - Social Situations - Special Needs; Juvenile Fiction - Social Situations - Friendship | $17.99 | 978-0-375-87040-8 (0-375-87040-7)

Perfect for fans of Thirteen Reasons Why and Looking for Alaska, Jennifer Weiner, #1 New York Times bestselling author, calls Elizabeth LaBan’s The Tragedy Paper “a beguiling and beautifully written tale of first love and heartbreak.”

It follows the story of Tim Macbeth, a seventeen-year-old albino and a recent transfer to the prestigious Irving School, where the motto is “Enter here to be and find a friend.” A friend is the last thing Tim expects or wants—he just hopes to get through his senior year unnoticed. Yet, despite his efforts to blend into the background, he finds himself falling for the quintessential “It” girl, Vanessa Sheller, girlfriend of Irving’s most popular boy. To Tim's surprise, Vanessa is into him, too, but she can kiss her social status goodbye if anyone ever finds out. Tim and Vanessa begin a clandestine romance, but looming over them is the Tragedy Paper, Irving’s version of a senior year thesis, assigned by the school’s least forgiving teacher.

Jumping between viewpoints of the love-struck Tim and Duncan, a current senior about to uncover the truth of Tim and Vanessa, The Tragedy Paper is a compelling tale of forbidden love and the lengths people will go to keep their secrets.

The Tragedy Paper by Elizabeth Laban

2013-01-08T00:30:00-05:00

The Tragedy Paper
Written by Elizabeth Laban

eBook, 320 pages | Knopf Books for Young Readers | Juvenile Fiction - Social Situations; Juvenile Fiction - Social Situations - Special Needs; Juvenile Fiction - Social Situations - Friendship | $9.99 | 978-0-375-98912-4 (0-375-98912-9)

The Tragedy Paper by Elizabeth Laban

2013-01-08T00:30:00-05:00

The Tragedy Paper
Written by Elizabeth Laban

Hardcover Library Binding, 320 pages | Knopf Books for Young Readers | Juvenile Fiction - Social Situations; Juvenile Fiction - Social Situations - Special Needs; Juvenile Fiction - Social Situations - Friendship | $20.99 | 978-0-375-97040-5 (0-375-97040-1)

The Tragedy Paper by Jesse Bernstein

2013-01-08T00:30:00-05:00

The Tragedy Paper
Written by Elizabeth Laban
Read by Nick Chamian and Jesse Bernstein

Unabridged Compact Disc | Listening Library (Audio) | Juvenile Fiction - Social Situations; Juvenile Fiction - Social Situations - Special Needs; Juvenile Fiction - Social Situations - Friendship | $45.00 | 978-0-8041-2199-6 (0-8041-2199-0)

The Tragedy Paper by Jesse Bernstein

2013-01-08T00:30:00-05:00

The Tragedy Paper
Written by Elizabeth Laban
Read by Nick Chamian and Jesse Bernstein

Unabridged Audiobook Download | Listening Library (Audio) | Juvenile Fiction - Social Situations; Juvenile Fiction - Social Situations - Special Needs; Juvenile Fiction - Social Situations - Friendship | $22.00 | 978-0-8041-2200-9 (0-8041-2200-8)

Oliver by Birgitta Sif

2012-10-09T00:30:00-05:00

Oliver
Written by Birgitta Sif
Illustrated by Birgitta Sif

Hardcover, 40 pages | Candlewick | Juvenile Fiction - Social Situations - Friendship; Juvenile Fiction - Social Situations - Special Needs | $16.99 | 978-0-7636-6247-9 (0-7636-6247-X)

An imaginative child who doesn’t quite fit in finds a kindred spirit in this utterly charming picture book from a debut author-illustrator.

Oliver is different. He enjoys his solitude. He likes playing with his friends, who are puppets, stuffed animals, and other toys. With his rich imagination, Oliver’s day is never dull. There are bridges to cross, sharks to fight, and treasures to find! But maybe toys don’t always give a boy everything he needs. Maybe he needs another kind of companion. Will Oliver discover a way to be, well, different? When his tennis ball rolls across the lawn into the yard of the girl next door, he just might be surprised.

Absolutely Lucy #5: Lucy's Tricks and Treats by David Merrell

2012-07-24T00:30:00-05:00

Absolutely Lucy #5: Lucy's Tricks and Treats
Written by Ilene Cooper
Illustrated by David Merrell

Trade Paperback, 112 pages | Random House Books for Young Readers | Juvenile Fiction - Animals - Dogs; Juvenile Fiction - Holidays & Festivals - Halloween; Juvenile Fiction - Social Situations - Special Needs | $4.99 | 978-0-375-86997-6 (0-375-86997-2)

Ilene Cooper's fifth story of a boy and his beagle follows Bobby and Lucy as they roll with the tricks and treats of Halloween.

Tricks and treats-that's what Halloween is all about. This year, Bobby has lots of both! He has a special treat planned with his beagle puppy, Lucy. And the tricks? Bobby is getting those at school with the new kid, Jack. Bobby can't figure Jack out. And ever since Jack arrived, things have gone missing around the classroom. Halloween has never been so mysterious!

Absolutely Lucy #5: Lucy's Tricks and Treats by David Merrell

2012-07-24T00:30:00-05:00

Absolutely Lucy #5: Lucy's Tricks and Treats
Written by Ilene Cooper
Illustrated by David Merrell

eBook, 112 pages | Random House Books for Young Readers | Juvenile Fiction - Animals - Dogs; Juvenile Fiction - Holidays & Festivals - Halloween; Juvenile Fiction - Social Situations - Special Needs | $4.99 | 978-0-375-98637-6 (0-375-98637-5)

Absolutely Lucy #5: Lucy's Tricks and Treats by David Merrell

2012-07-24T00:30:00-05:00

Absolutely Lucy #5: Lucy's Tricks and Treats
Written by Ilene Cooper
Illustrated by David Merrell

Hardcover Library Binding, 112 pages | Random House Books for Young Readers | Juvenile Fiction - Animals - Dogs; Juvenile Fiction - Holidays & Festivals - Halloween; Juvenile Fiction - Social Situations - Special Needs | $12.99 | 978-0-375-96997-3 (0-375-96997-7)

Samurai Kids #4: Monkey Fist by Rhian Nest James

2012-02-28T00:30:00-05:00

Samurai Kids #4: Monkey Fist
Written by Sandy Fussell
Illustrated by Rhian Nest James

Trade Paperback, 272 pages | Candlewick | Juvenile Fiction - Social Situations - Special Needs; Juvenile Fiction - Historical - Asia; Juvenile Fiction - Sports & Recreation - Martial Arts | $6.99 | 978-0-7636-5827-4 (0-7636-5827-8)

The diversely talented Samurai Kids set off to rescue their friend — and find secrets in their midst -as the action-packed martial-arts series continues.

The Samurai Kids are ready to travel back from China to the Cockroach Ryu, nestled in Japan's Tateyama Mountains. But then the unthinkable happens: Kyoko, one of the Cockroaches, is kidnapped. Sensei knows it is the mark of his old enemy Lu Zeng, an evil minister of the Forbidden City who is obsessed with eternal life. The Cockroaches must make a perilous journey to the Forbidden City, during which they encounter the mysterious, forest-dwelling Lin people. But Niya, the boy with one leg, has his trust tested when he learns that his best friend, Yoshi, is keeping secrets. Even worse, it seems that Sensei is not revealing all he knows either. Will all these secrets keep the Cockroaches from achieving their most important mission yet- rescuing Kyoko before Lu Zeng performs horrible experiments on her?

Wonder by R. J. Palacio

2012-02-14T00:30:00-05:00

Wonder
Written by R. J. Palacio

Hardcover, 320 pages | Knopf Books for Young Readers | Juvenile Fiction - School & Education; Juvenile Fiction - Family; Juvenile Fiction - Social Situations - Special Needs | $15.99 | 978-0-375-86902-0 (0-375-86902-6)

I won't describe what I look like. Whatever you're thinking, it's probably worse.

August Pullman was born with a facial deformity that, up until now, has prevented him from going to a mainstream school. Starting 5th grade at Beecher Prep, he wants nothing more than to be treated as an ordinary kid—but his new classmates can’t get past Auggie’s extraordinary face. WONDER, now a #1 New York Times bestseller and included on the Texas Bluebonnet Award master list, begins from Auggie’s point of view, but soon switches to include his classmates, his sister, her boyfriend, and others. These perspectives converge in a portrait of one community’s struggle with empathy, compassion, and acceptance.

"Wonder is the best kids' book of the year," said Emily Bazelon, senior editor at Slate.com and author of Sticks and Stones: Defeating the Culture of Bullying and Rediscovering the Power of Character and Empathy. In a world where bullying among young people is an epidemic, this is a refreshing new narrative full of heart and hope. R.J. Palacio has called her debut novel “a meditation on kindness” —indeed, every reader will come away with a greater appreciation for the simple courage of friendship. Auggie is a hero to root for, a diamond in the rough who proves that you can’t blend in when you were born to stand out.

Join the conversation: #thewonderofwonder

Wonder by R. J. Palacio

2012-02-14T00:30:00-05:00

Wonder
Written by R. J. Palacio

eBook, 320 pages | Knopf Books for Young Readers | Juvenile Fiction - School & Education; Juvenile Fiction - Family; Juvenile Fiction - Social Situations - Special Needs | $9.99 | 978-0-375-89988-1 (0-375-89988-X)

Wonder by R. J. Palacio

2012-02-14T00:30:00-05:00

Wonder
Written by R. J. Palacio

Hardcover Library Binding, 320 pages | Knopf Books for Young Readers | Juvenile Fiction - School & Education; Juvenile Fiction - Family; Juvenile Fiction - Social Situations - Special Needs | $18.99 | 978-0-375-96902-7 (0-375-96902-0)

Hannah by Leslie Bowman

2011-08-31T00:30:00-05:00

Hannah
Written by Gloria Whelan
Illustrated by Leslie Bowman

eBook, 64 pages | Random House Books for Young Readers | Juvenile Fiction - Social Situations - Special Needs; Juvenile Fiction - Historical - United States - 19th Century | $3.99 | 978-0-307-78905-1 (0-307-78905-5)

Nine-year-old Hannah would do almost anything to go to school with all the other children in town. But Hannah is blind and her parents keep her at home where she is "safe." Then Lydia Robbin comes to town. She's a strong-willed teacher who accomplishes a small miracle: she convinces Hannah's parents to send her to school. At first Hannah is overjoyed. But she soon learns that there are many obstacles--and people-- that stand in the way of her education. Hannah will need tremendous courage to prove to her classmates, her parents and herself that Miss Robbin was right to believe in her.

From the Trade Paperback edition.

The Dark Days of Hamburger Halpin by Jim Meskimen

2011-08-09T00:30:00-05:00

The Dark Days of Hamburger Halpin
Written by Josh Berk
Read by Jim Meskimen

Unabridged Audiobook Download | Listening Library (Audio) | Juvenile Fiction - Mysteries & Detective Stories; Juvenile Fiction - Social Situations - Special Needs; Juvenile Fiction - Family | $15.00 | 978-0-307-91697-6 (0-307-91697-9)

Being a hefty, deaf newcomer almost makes Will Halpin the least popular guy at Coaler High. But when he befriends the only guy less popular than him, the dork-namic duo has the smarts and guts to figure out who knocked off the star quarterback. Will can’t hear what’s going on, but he’s a great observer. So, who did it? And why does that guy talk to his fingers? And will the beautiful girl ever notice him? (Okay, so Will’s interested in more than just murder . . .)

Those who prefer their heroes to be not-so-usual and with a side of wiseguy will gobble up this witty, geeks-rule debut.

From the Hardcover edition.

Now Playing: Stoner & Spaz II by Ron Koertge

2011-08-09T00:30:00-05:00

Now Playing: Stoner & Spaz II
Written by Ron Koertge

Hardcover, 224 pages | Candlewick | Juvenile Fiction - Social Situations - Drugs, Alcohol, Substance Abuse; Juvenile Fiction - Social Situations - Special Needs; Juvenile Fiction - Performing Arts - Film | $16.99 | 978-0-7636-5081-0 (0-7636-5081-1)

Quick repartee. Unsparing wit. Insight, poignancy, and spot-on characters. Welcome the much-awaited sequel to the acclaimed Stoner & Spaz.

Beautiful but troubled Colleen Minou is the only girl who ever looked at Ben Bancroft as more than a spaz— more than just that kid with cerebral palsy. Yet the more time Ben spends with her, the more glaring their differences appear. Is what Ben feels for Colleen actual affection, or more like gratitude? Then there’s Amy (aka A.J.), who is everything Colleen isn’t, and everything Ben’s grandma wants for him: clean-cut and upper-class, academically driven, just as obsessed with filmmaking as Ben is. But what does A.J. see when she looks at Ben? CP? Or the person behind the twisted body? In Ron Koertge’s sharp, darkly humorous follow-up to the award-winning Stoner & Spaz, Ben tries to come to terms with his confused feelings toward A.J. and his inimitable connection to Colleen, who is sometimes out of it, sometimes into him, and always exhilarating.

Samurai Kids #2: Owl Ninja by Rhian Nest James

2011-08-09T00:30:00-05:00

Samurai Kids #2: Owl Ninja
Written by Sandy Fussell
Illustrated by Rhian Nest James

Trade Paperback, 272 pages | Candlewick | Juvenile Fiction - Historical - Asia; Juvenile Fiction - Social Situations - Special Needs; Juvenile Fiction - Sports & Recreation - Martial Arts | $6.99 | 978-0-7636-5772-7 (0-7636-5772-7)

The uniquely talented samurai kids are back — and ready to join forces with a ninja clan! — as the fast-paced martial arts series continues.

Across the valley, a drumbeat echoes. For ten days, the drum will call the mountain ryus to war, including the samurai kids from the Cockroach Ryu. Only Japan’s feudal emperor can stop the war, so Niya and Sensei Ki-Yaga set off on a grueling journey with all the Cockroaches, whose firm friendship and unusual skills must be put to the test in order to beg the Emperor to maintain peace. Sensei Ki-Yaga is respected and wise, but unfortunately, the last time he encountered the Emperor, the Emperor threatened to cut off his head. All seems hopeless until Ki-Yaga guides the Cockroaches to meet with the Owl Ninja clan. Samurai and ninja are supposed to be enemies, but can these two groups somehow work together to save the sensei and stop the battle in time?

From the Hardcover edition.

Random House New Releases - Juvenile Fiction - Social Situations - Special Needs

Dog Diaries #1: Ginger by Tim Jessell

Dog Diaries #1: Ginger Written by Kate Klimo Illustrated by Tim Jessell

Dog Diaries #1: Ginger by Tim Jessell

Dog Diaries #1: Ginger Written by Kate Klimo Illustrated by Tim Jessell

Dog Diaries #1: Ginger by Tim Jessell

Dog Diaries #1: Ginger Written by Kate Klimo Illustrated by Tim Jessell

The Tragedy Paper by Elizabeth Laban

The Tragedy Paper Written by Elizabeth Laban

The Tragedy Paper by Elizabeth Laban

The Tragedy Paper Written by Elizabeth Laban

The Tragedy Paper by Elizabeth Laban

The Tragedy Paper Written by Elizabeth Laban

The Tragedy Paper by Jesse Bernstein

The Tragedy Paper Written by Elizabeth Laban Read by Nick Chamian and Jesse Bernstein

The Tragedy Paper by Jesse Bernstein

The Tragedy Paper Written by Elizabeth Laban Read by Nick Chamian and Jesse Bernstein

Oliver by Birgitta Sif

Oliver Written by Birgitta Sif Illustrated by Birgitta Sif

Absolutely Lucy #5: Lucy's Tricks and Treats by David Merrell

Absolutely Lucy #5: Lucy's Tricks and Treats Written by Ilene Cooper Illustrated by David Merrell

Absolutely Lucy #5: Lucy's Tricks and Treats by David Merrell

Absolutely Lucy #5: Lucy's Tricks and Treats Written by Ilene Cooper Illustrated by David Merrell

Absolutely Lucy #5: Lucy's Tricks and Treats by David Merrell

Absolutely Lucy #5: Lucy's Tricks and Treats Written by Ilene Cooper Illustrated by David Merrell

Samurai Kids #4: Monkey Fist by Rhian Nest James

Samurai Kids #4: Monkey Fist Written by Sandy Fussell Illustrated by Rhian Nest James

Wonder by R. J. Palacio

Wonder Written by R. J. Palacio

Wonder by R. J. Palacio

Wonder Written by R. J. Palacio

Wonder by R. J. Palacio

Wonder Written by R. J. Palacio

Hannah by Leslie Bowman

Hannah Written by Gloria Whelan Illustrated by Leslie Bowman

The Dark Days of Hamburger Halpin by Jim Meskimen

The Dark Days of Hamburger Halpin Written by Josh Berk Read by Jim Meskimen

Now Playing: Stoner & Spaz II by Ron Koertge

Now Playing: Stoner & Spaz II Written by Ron Koertge

Samurai Kids #2: Owl Ninja by Rhian Nest James

Samurai Kids #2: Owl Ninja Written by Sandy Fussell Illustrated by Rhian Nest James

Dog Diaries #1: Ginger
Written by Kate Klimo
Illustrated by Tim Jessell

Dog Diaries #1: Ginger
Written by Kate Klimo
Illustrated by Tim Jessell

Dog Diaries #1: Ginger
Written by Kate Klimo
Illustrated by Tim Jessell

The Tragedy Paper
Written by Elizabeth Laban

The Tragedy Paper
Written by Elizabeth Laban

The Tragedy Paper
Written by Elizabeth Laban

The Tragedy Paper
Written by Elizabeth Laban
Read by Nick Chamian and Jesse Bernstein

The Tragedy Paper
Written by Elizabeth Laban
Read by Nick Chamian and Jesse Bernstein

Oliver
Written by Birgitta Sif
Illustrated by Birgitta Sif

Absolutely Lucy #5: Lucy's Tricks and Treats
Written by Ilene Cooper
Illustrated by David Merrell

Absolutely Lucy #5: Lucy's Tricks and Treats
Written by Ilene Cooper
Illustrated by David Merrell

Absolutely Lucy #5: Lucy's Tricks and Treats
Written by Ilene Cooper
Illustrated by David Merrell

Samurai Kids #4: Monkey Fist
Written by Sandy Fussell
Illustrated by Rhian Nest James

Wonder
Written by R. J. Palacio

Wonder
Written by R. J. Palacio

Wonder
Written by R. J. Palacio

Hannah
Written by Gloria Whelan
Illustrated by Leslie Bowman

The Dark Days of Hamburger Halpin
Written by Josh Berk
Read by Jim Meskimen

Now Playing: Stoner & Spaz II
Written by Ron Koertge

Samurai Kids #2: Owl Ninja
Written by Sandy Fussell
Illustrated by Rhian Nest James