family

Gilbert Grape has never led an easy life, and taking care of his overweight mother, boy-crazy sister, and mentally handicapped younger brother has nearly driven Gilbert over the edge, but then a mysterious girl arrives in town and teaches him to see his life and his family in a different way.

When the Aldens visit the legendary town of Sleepy Hollow, they go on a ghost tour that appears to be haunted by a mysterious figure on horseback.

Explores the introverted personality and offers introverted teenagers advice and encouragement for recognizing and using the personality strengths that come with being an introvert--such as deep thinking, listening skills, and a calm demeanor.

After her liberation from a Japanese prison camp in Indochina at the end of World War II, Tian, a young French-Chinese girl, supports her family in Communist Saigon as a translator and travels to Biarritz to arrange for their escape.

An illustrated overview of the many different ways to make a family.

Uses a humorous approach to provide helpful advice for a wide variety of situations kids may encounter in life and school. Topics include bad report cards, nosy siblings, being new in school and insect attacks. Includes useful comebacks and handy excuses.