Books with author Jennifer Gray

A fresh, funny, and hip picture book about a little bunny who wants to be . . . a ninja! How to be a SUPER AWESOME NINJA: · Rule #1. You must always work alone. · Rule #2. You must be super sneaky, especially in the most dangerous of situations. · Rule #3. A super awesome ninja must: possess incredible strength, achieve invisibility, master the skill of climbing, gain the ability to fly. . . . Our little bunny is ready to embark on his path to becoming a ninja. But is he cut out for the ninja life? Especially if it means leaving his friends behind?

The iconic image of King Kong climbing the Empire State Building has been a pop-culture staple since the original King Kong film premiered in 1933. Since then, there have been King Kong remakes, comic books, television series, and even a musical. King Kong also inspired other films, such as the Planet of the Apes franchise and big-ape documentaries. This resource will take readers behind the scenes of these thrilling movies with posters and stills from each era of the King Kong phenomenon, discussion of special effects, and more.

Ren Kolins is a silver wielder—a dangerous thing to be in the kingdom of Erdis, where magic has been outlawed for a century. Ren is just trying to survive, sticking to a life of petty thievery, card games, and pit fighting to get by. But when a wealthy rebel leader discovers her secret, he offers her a fortune to join his revolution. The caveat: she won’t see a single coin until they overthrow the King.Behind the castle walls, a brutal group of warriors known as the King’s Children is engaged in a competition: the first to find the rebel leader will be made King’s Fang, the right hand of the King of Erdis. And Adley Farre is hunting down the rebels one by one, torturing her way to Ren and the rebel leader, and the coveted King’s Fang title. But time is running out for all of them, including the youngest Prince of Erdis, who finds himself pulled into the rebellion. Political tensions have reached a boiling point, and Ren and the rebels must take the throne before war breaks out.

In the aftermath of her mother's death, Cat recklessly defers her admission to Stanford and joins Students Without Boundaries. She is sent to the South American city of Calante, torn apart by a recent civil war. There she meets Margo, a sophisticated urbanite out to pad her resume for medical school, and Taylor, heir to a hotel fortune and hoping to redeem himself after a failed freshman year at college. She also meets Rafael, a local boy battling his own grief and demons, desperate to be the savior he thinks his country needs. As her relationship with Rafael deepens, Cat is no longer sure what she wants or what is right and wrong.

What’s scarier than one predator coming your way? How about a whole pack! Orcas and other animals—such as piranhas, lions, hyenas, and humpback whales—have developed special strategies for hunting together, including excellent communication and ambushing techniques. Readers will love learning about these meat-eating mobs as the book introduces them to each animals’ habitat, anatomy, and social structure. Engaging text and vivid images will deepen readers’ understanding of each animal’s hunting technique and team strategy. A host of fascinating fun facts supplement this high-interest topic, giving readers a well-rounded and exciting reading experience.

What do you do when you are happy or sad? Have you ever heard of The Feeling Bag? Feelings are something that are normal and real, and The Feeling Bag is here to help express how you feel. Kiss it, hit it and dance with it too, The Feeling Bag was created just for you! Join author Jennifer Griffin as she helps children learn how to express their feelings in a healthy way. Get your own feeling bag at www.TheFeelingBag.com!

Understanding the United States Constitution is crucial for all young people who live in the U.S. Readers will learn about the Constitutional Convention of 1787 and how the delegates compromised on various issues so that all the colonies would ratify the Constitution. The checks and balances between the three branches of government are outlined. The relationship between the federal and state governments, the amendment process, and the passage of the Bill of Rights are clearly explained. This is an engaging guide to the most fundamental law in the United States.

Understanding the United States Constitution is crucial for all young people who live in the U.S. Readers will learn about the Constitutional Convention of 1787 and how the delegates compromised on various issues so that all the colonies would ratify the Constitution. The checks and balances between the three branches of government are outlined. The relationship between the federal and state governments, the amendment process, and the passage of the Bill of Rights are clearly explained. This is an engaging guide to the most fundamental law in the United States.