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Pop flies, robo-pets, and other disasters

Thirteen-year-old Satoshi Matsumoto spent the last three years living in Atlanta where he was the star of his middle-school baseball team--a slugger with pro potential, according to his coach. Now that his father's work in the US has come to an end, he's moved back to his hometown in rural Japan. Living abroad has changed him, and now his old friends in Japan are suspicious of his new foreign ways. Even worse, his childhood foe Shintaro, whose dad has ties to gangsters, is in his homeroom. After he joins his new school's baseball team, Satoshi has a chance to be a hero until he makes a major-league error. "A heart-warming story about a baseball player who learns that teamwork is much more important than being the star of the team. I loved the family dynamics and depiction of life, and especially baseball, in Japan."--Shauna Holyoak, author of Kazu Jones and the Denver Dognappers (Hyperion, 2019) "A story set in Japan rich in details only Kamata, an insider, could share. With ease and respect, she weaves the pressures, agonies, and loyalties of Satoshi's life at home, at school and on a junior high baseball team with the practices and traditions of the game played in Japan. I am a big fan of this middle-grade homerun!"--Annie Donwerth Chikamatsu, award-winning author of Somewhere Among (Atheneum/Caitlyn Dlouhy Books, 2017) "Pop Flies really pops! A lively, fun, easy read that draws you in and keeps you guessing."--Dori Jones Yang, award-winning author of The Forbidden Temptation of Baseball (SparkPress, 2017).

Truth, lies, and technology

2023
"With the accelerating rise of online communication, there has also been an unprecedented spread of falsehoods. Readers coming of age in this world of information spreading at speeds faster than ever before may wonder about how technology can spread pervasive lies--and how they can play a part in making it more truthful. This enlightening title aims to guide readers in exploring how technology such as deepfakes and social media algorithms can convincingly distort the truth. They will not only learn to recognize Internet fabrications but also how to stop their spread"--Amazon.

The first Thanksgiving

separating fact from fiction
2022
"Every November, the United States celebrates Thanksgiving Day. But what actually happened at the first Thanksgiving? And when did it happen? Discover the facts and find out the fiction surrounding one of America's . . . holidays"--Provided by publisher.

Imperfect

poems about mistakes: an anthology for middle schoolers
2018
"Why put together an anthology about mistakes? Because we make mistakes all the time. How can we make the most of the good mistakes and do our best to fix the ones that need fixing? Poetry can help us figure it out. [This book] features 70 poems by 50 poets"--Back cover.

More bad days in history

the delightfully dismal day-to-day saga of ignominy, idiocy, and incompetence continues
2021
Tales of unfortunate events and mishaps featuring significant historical figures.

Make mistakes

2021
"Making mistakes is not something to beat yourself up about. In fact, remembering your best mistakes can help you learn! Discover fun ways to learn from your mistakes, and find out why taking risks and challenging yourself makes your brain stronger and more powerful"--Provided by publisher.

Trell

nothing but the truth
Thirteen-year-old Trell Taylor's father, Romero Taylor, was convicted of the murder of a girl Trell's age when Trell was just a baby. Trell is determined to prove her father is innocent of the charge, but others don't want the truth revealed. Trell's efforts catch the attention of a dangerous person in her neighborhood and long-buried secrets are uncovered. Working with a lawyer and a reporter, Trell finds key pieces of evidence that were overlooked, leading to a shocking turn of events.

Even fairies bake mistakes

2021
"Dill is a fairy who loves to bake. His recipes are tried-and-true. His flavors are on point. There's only one problem--everything he bakes is a disaster! Will his new friend, Ada, help Dill win the Fairyland Baking Contest? Or will Dill's latest creations turn out to be big, burned mistakes? Find out in this graphic novel!"--Provided by publisher.

Space myths, busted!

"Exposes 12 of the most enduring myths about space. Full-color spreads give readers essential information about each myth, including why it exists, the key players who proved it wrong, and what the truth really is"--Provided by publisher.

Holocaust deniers and conspiracy theorists

Provides a collection of primary sources surrounding the debate over Holocaust deniers and conspiracy theorists, and highlights the dangers of conspiracy theories. Features information about the nature of free speech and how conspiracy theories are a part of that, and explains how society can address this growing concern. Includes additional resources.

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