Author: Margaret Peterson Haddix
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 0689848072
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 169
Book Description
In a future where the Population Police enforce the law limiting a family to only two children, Luke, an illegal third child, has lived all his twelve years in isolation and fear on his family's farm in this start to the Shadow Children series from Margaret Peterson Haddix. Luke has never been to school. He's never had a birthday party, or gone to a friend's house for an overnight. In fact, Luke has never had a friend. Luke is one of the shadow children, a third child forbidden by the Population Police. He's lived his entire life in hiding, and now, with a new housing development replacing the woods next to his family's farm, he is no longer even allowed to go outside. Then, one day Luke sees a girl's face in the window of a house where he knows two other children already live. Finally, he's met a shadow child like himself. Jen is willing to risk everything to come out of the shadows—does Luke dare to become involved in her dangerous plan? Can he afford not to?
Among the Hidden
Author: Margaret Peterson Haddix
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 0689848072
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 169
Book Description
In a future where the Population Police enforce the law limiting a family to only two children, Luke, an illegal third child, has lived all his twelve years in isolation and fear on his family's farm in this start to the Shadow Children series from Margaret Peterson Haddix. Luke has never been to school. He's never had a birthday party, or gone to a friend's house for an overnight. In fact, Luke has never had a friend. Luke is one of the shadow children, a third child forbidden by the Population Police. He's lived his entire life in hiding, and now, with a new housing development replacing the woods next to his family's farm, he is no longer even allowed to go outside. Then, one day Luke sees a girl's face in the window of a house where he knows two other children already live. Finally, he's met a shadow child like himself. Jen is willing to risk everything to come out of the shadows—does Luke dare to become involved in her dangerous plan? Can he afford not to?
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 0689848072
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 169
Book Description
In a future where the Population Police enforce the law limiting a family to only two children, Luke, an illegal third child, has lived all his twelve years in isolation and fear on his family's farm in this start to the Shadow Children series from Margaret Peterson Haddix. Luke has never been to school. He's never had a birthday party, or gone to a friend's house for an overnight. In fact, Luke has never had a friend. Luke is one of the shadow children, a third child forbidden by the Population Police. He's lived his entire life in hiding, and now, with a new housing development replacing the woods next to his family's farm, he is no longer even allowed to go outside. Then, one day Luke sees a girl's face in the window of a house where he knows two other children already live. Finally, he's met a shadow child like himself. Jen is willing to risk everything to come out of the shadows—does Luke dare to become involved in her dangerous plan? Can he afford not to?
Among the Betrayed
Author: Margaret Peterson Haddix
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1442443065
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 150
Book Description
In the third installment of Haddix's series about a futuristic society in which families are forbidden to have more than two children, Nina, a secondary character in Among the Impostors, is falsely accused of treason and imprisoned by the Population Police. Her interrogator gives her an ultimatum: either she can get three other child prisoners, illegal third-borns like Nina, to reveal who harbored them and where they got their fake identification cards, or she will be executed. Nina sees a chance to escape the prison and, taking the prisoners with her, quickly discovers their street smarts. But when their food supply runs out, Nina seeks the boy she knew as Lee.
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1442443065
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 150
Book Description
In the third installment of Haddix's series about a futuristic society in which families are forbidden to have more than two children, Nina, a secondary character in Among the Impostors, is falsely accused of treason and imprisoned by the Population Police. Her interrogator gives her an ultimatum: either she can get three other child prisoners, illegal third-borns like Nina, to reveal who harbored them and where they got their fake identification cards, or she will be executed. Nina sees a chance to escape the prison and, taking the prisoners with her, quickly discovers their street smarts. But when their food supply runs out, Nina seeks the boy she knew as Lee.
Among the Barons
Author: Margaret Peterson Haddix
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1442443057
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 148
Book Description
In this fourth installment of a series about a society that allows only two children per family, Luke Garner is finally adjusting to his new life at Hendricks School as Lee Grant. While the Grants belong to the highest class of society called the Barons, Luke avoids snobbish affectations and befriends his classmates, who are also illegal thirds. When the real Lee Grant's younger brother arrives at the school, along with his fierce body guard, Luke worries that Smits will expose him to the government. However, Smits has come to enlist Luke's help in discovering how his older brother really died, suspecting that he was murdered. The intrigue and danger grow more acute when both boys are called "home" and Luke discovers that the Grants have plans for him that could turn out to be fatal.
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1442443057
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 148
Book Description
In this fourth installment of a series about a society that allows only two children per family, Luke Garner is finally adjusting to his new life at Hendricks School as Lee Grant. While the Grants belong to the highest class of society called the Barons, Luke avoids snobbish affectations and befriends his classmates, who are also illegal thirds. When the real Lee Grant's younger brother arrives at the school, along with his fierce body guard, Luke worries that Smits will expose him to the government. However, Smits has come to enlist Luke's help in discovering how his older brother really died, suspecting that he was murdered. The intrigue and danger grow more acute when both boys are called "home" and Luke discovers that the Grants have plans for him that could turn out to be fatal.
Hidden Complete Series
Author: Jo Tannah
Publisher: eXtasy Books
ISBN: 148743474X
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 493
Book Description
Evil stays hidden in plain sight. When past and future cross over in a hidden dimension, decisions need to be made. One house... three families... separated by decades... What happens when their lives collide? Series Bundle 1 Contains: Hidden: Evils Book 1 Hidden: Dimensions Book 2 Hidden: Fates Book 3
Publisher: eXtasy Books
ISBN: 148743474X
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 493
Book Description
Evil stays hidden in plain sight. When past and future cross over in a hidden dimension, decisions need to be made. One house... three families... separated by decades... What happens when their lives collide? Series Bundle 1 Contains: Hidden: Evils Book 1 Hidden: Dimensions Book 2 Hidden: Fates Book 3
Among the Brave
Author: Margaret Peterson Haddix
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1439106703
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 186
Book Description
In the aftermath of a crisis that threatens the safety of all shadow children -- illegal third-borns in a society that allows only two children per family -- Trey's friends expect him to take charge -- a function he doesn't want or think he can do. Trey's new role leads him to travel with Luke Garner's brother, Mark, to Population Police headquarters. There he impersonates an officer to try to rescue Luke, who has been taken prisoner. The nonstop adventure puts all three boys in danger and risks exposing the underground movement to help all shadow children. In this, the fifth book in the Shadow Children series, Margaret Peterson Haddix returns to the futuristic setting and compelling characters she created in Among the Hidden. With an adrenaline-fueled plot and surprising twists, Haddix has again crafted a story that is suspenseful until the last page.
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1439106703
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 186
Book Description
In the aftermath of a crisis that threatens the safety of all shadow children -- illegal third-borns in a society that allows only two children per family -- Trey's friends expect him to take charge -- a function he doesn't want or think he can do. Trey's new role leads him to travel with Luke Garner's brother, Mark, to Population Police headquarters. There he impersonates an officer to try to rescue Luke, who has been taken prisoner. The nonstop adventure puts all three boys in danger and risks exposing the underground movement to help all shadow children. In this, the fifth book in the Shadow Children series, Margaret Peterson Haddix returns to the futuristic setting and compelling characters she created in Among the Hidden. With an adrenaline-fueled plot and surprising twists, Haddix has again crafted a story that is suspenseful until the last page.
Among the Enemy
Author: Margaret Peterson Haddix
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 143910672X
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 201
Book Description
HIDE OR FIGHT? Matthias, an illegal third child, is caught in the cross fire between rebels and the Population Police. When he unwittingly saves a Population Police officer, Matthias is brought to Population Police headquarters to train as an officer himself. There he meets Nina, another third-born who enlists his help in a plot to undermine the Population Police. But Matthias is under constant scrutiny, and he has no idea whom he can trust. What can one boy do against a wicked bureaucracy?
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 143910672X
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 201
Book Description
HIDE OR FIGHT? Matthias, an illegal third child, is caught in the cross fire between rebels and the Population Police. When he unwittingly saves a Population Police officer, Matthias is brought to Population Police headquarters to train as an officer himself. There he meets Nina, another third-born who enlists his help in a plot to undermine the Population Police. But Matthias is under constant scrutiny, and he has no idea whom he can trust. What can one boy do against a wicked bureaucracy?
Among the Free
Author: Margaret Peterson Haddix
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 0689857993
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 208
Book Description
Alexandrea has just moved to Harlem and her mother is pushing her into ballet and she has stage fright.
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 0689857993
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 208
Book Description
Alexandrea has just moved to Harlem and her mother is pushing her into ballet and she has stage fright.
Among the Impostors
Author: Margaret Peterson Haddix
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 0689848080
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 184
Book Description
Danger continues to loom over Luke now that he's out of hiding in the second book in bestselling author Margaret Peterson Haddix's Shadow Children series. Luke Garner is an illegal third child. All his life has been spent in hiding. Now, for the first time, Luke is living among others. He has assumed a deceased boy's identity and is attending Hendricks School for Boys, a windowless building with cruel classmates and oblivious teachers. Luke knows he has to blend in, but he lives in constant fear that his behavior will betray him. Then one day Luke discovers a door to the outside. He knows that beyond the walls of Hendricks lie the secrets he is desperate to uncover. What he doesn't know is whom he can trust -- and where the answers to his questions may lead him...
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 0689848080
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 184
Book Description
Danger continues to loom over Luke now that he's out of hiding in the second book in bestselling author Margaret Peterson Haddix's Shadow Children series. Luke Garner is an illegal third child. All his life has been spent in hiding. Now, for the first time, Luke is living among others. He has assumed a deceased boy's identity and is attending Hendricks School for Boys, a windowless building with cruel classmates and oblivious teachers. Luke knows he has to blend in, but he lives in constant fear that his behavior will betray him. Then one day Luke discovers a door to the outside. He knows that beyond the walls of Hendricks lie the secrets he is desperate to uncover. What he doesn't know is whom he can trust -- and where the answers to his questions may lead him...
The Secret of the Hidden Scrolls: The Complete Series
Author: M. J. Thomas
Publisher: Worthy Kids/Ideals
ISBN: 9781546000426
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 1168
Book Description
The Secret of the Hidden Scrolls is an adventure-packed chapter book series for readers ages six to nine. The series follows siblings Peter and Mary and their dog, Hank, as they discover ancient scrolls that transport them back to key moments in biblical history. There they find a world filled with wonder, adventure, and danger. They must search for clues to solve the secret of the scrolls . . . or they will be stuck in time forever. The books include a rich cast of supporting characters, including Great-Uncle Solomon, the eccentric archaeologist who discovered the scrolls; the angel Michael, who guides the children on their quests; and key figures from the Bible stories. This boxed paperback collection features all nine titles in the complete series. Titles include: The Beginning--the story of Creation Race to the Ark--the story of Noah and the flood The Great Escape--the story of the plagues and the Israelites' exodus from Egypt Journey to Jericho--the story of Joshua and walls of Jericho The Shepherd's Stone--the story of David and Goliath The Lion's Roar--the story of Daniel and the Lions The King Is Born--the story of the Nativity Miracles by the Sea--the story of Jesus' teaching and healing in Jerusalem The Final Scroll--the story of the crucifixion and Resurrection of Jesus
Publisher: Worthy Kids/Ideals
ISBN: 9781546000426
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 1168
Book Description
The Secret of the Hidden Scrolls is an adventure-packed chapter book series for readers ages six to nine. The series follows siblings Peter and Mary and their dog, Hank, as they discover ancient scrolls that transport them back to key moments in biblical history. There they find a world filled with wonder, adventure, and danger. They must search for clues to solve the secret of the scrolls . . . or they will be stuck in time forever. The books include a rich cast of supporting characters, including Great-Uncle Solomon, the eccentric archaeologist who discovered the scrolls; the angel Michael, who guides the children on their quests; and key figures from the Bible stories. This boxed paperback collection features all nine titles in the complete series. Titles include: The Beginning--the story of Creation Race to the Ark--the story of Noah and the flood The Great Escape--the story of the plagues and the Israelites' exodus from Egypt Journey to Jericho--the story of Joshua and walls of Jericho The Shepherd's Stone--the story of David and Goliath The Lion's Roar--the story of Daniel and the Lions The King Is Born--the story of the Nativity Miracles by the Sea--the story of Jesus' teaching and healing in Jerusalem The Final Scroll--the story of the crucifixion and Resurrection of Jesus
The Secret of the Hidden Scrolls: The Beginning, Book 1
Author: M. J. Thomas
Publisher: WorthyKids
ISBN: 1546033904
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 113
Book Description
A mysterious scroll transports a brother and sister back in time to God's creation of the world in the first installment of this action-packed chapter book series for emerging readers. The Secret of the Hidden Scrolls series follows siblings Peter and Mary and their dog, Hank, as they discover ancient scrolls that transport them back to key moments in biblical history. In the first adventure in the series, Peter and Mary find themselves witnesses to the creation of the world just as God is speaking it into existence. Can they unlock the mystery of the scrolls before they get trapped in history forever? Children will discover the answer as the two characters ride rhinos, meet the angel Michael, and talk to a certain snake in the Garden of Eden. Riveting text and engaging illustrations bring this beloved Bible story to riotous life.
Publisher: WorthyKids
ISBN: 1546033904
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 113
Book Description
A mysterious scroll transports a brother and sister back in time to God's creation of the world in the first installment of this action-packed chapter book series for emerging readers. The Secret of the Hidden Scrolls series follows siblings Peter and Mary and their dog, Hank, as they discover ancient scrolls that transport them back to key moments in biblical history. In the first adventure in the series, Peter and Mary find themselves witnesses to the creation of the world just as God is speaking it into existence. Can they unlock the mystery of the scrolls before they get trapped in history forever? Children will discover the answer as the two characters ride rhinos, meet the angel Michael, and talk to a certain snake in the Garden of Eden. Riveting text and engaging illustrations bring this beloved Bible story to riotous life.