diaries

A young student, who comes to love poetry through a personal understanding of what different famous poems mean to him, surprises himself by writing his own inspired poem.

"Elise Gravel invites readers to sneak a peek into her sketchbook where imaginary creatures run wild. There's Donald, who sings off-key; Francine, who likes to eat stones; and Wilson, who only wants to grow a nice long beard. And that's just the beginning ... there are also vampire boogers, bizarre plants that smell like bacon, and a whole page dedicated to monster farts--you'll never guess who the loudest!"--Provided by publisher.

There's a big talent show at 6th-grader Chase Cooper's school. Everything is going well until someone sets a wild animal loose and trashed the stage during rehearsal. Now Chase is racing against the clock as he deals with a some new ninjas, an ugly moose costume and a missing bird.

Amelia learns that gossip can harm friendships when things get out of hand at school.

Amelia has entered the eighth grade and boys, friends, and school dances become very important to her.

Now in sixth grade, Amelia records in her diary all of the problems that arise when a new girl at school seems to be passing nasty notes to Amelia and trying to steal her best friend.

When Amelia's old best friend, Nadia, from California comes for a visit, Amelia doesn't realize that Nadia and her new best friend, Carly, may not get along.

"After her mother dies, Lina travels to Italy where she discovers her mothers's journal and sets off on an adventure to unearth her mother's secrets"--Provided by publisher.

"Spring break is finally here, and this year, Lagoona is doing something really out of the ordinary--she's going on a cruise with her family! Being on a boat ON the ocean instead of swimming IN the ocean will be a big change of pace for her, but she's always up for an adventure!"--.

Cleo de Nile records her experiences in a diary as she plans a welcome back party for her mom.