Books with author Jennifer Yu

What would you risk to save a life? Jim’s fall break is supposed to be relaxing, not take him time-traveling again. And then he discovers something awful that will change his friend Hannah’s life back in 1838. Hannah Cooper has more than enough trouble. It’s bad enough that she has to do the heavy farm chores while her father is helping build a canal. It’s worse that she’s hiding a secret friendship with a poor Irish girl. When Jim shows up, he can’t tell her the truth: that Hannah’s father - an ancestor of his - is about to die in a fire. What can he do but stay close to Mr. Cooper and try to prevent the fire? Jim braves bone-chilling cold, giant draft horses, and rising tension between townsfolk and Irish immigrants. But all his efforts might be for nothing when someone else goes missing. What’s more important: the past or the future?

FOR USE IN SCHOOLS AND LIBRARIES ONLY. With the Rescue Bots partnering up with the Burns family to protect and serve the good people of Griffin Rock, the Transformers get to see first hand what being a hero is all about. Meet the humans behind the Autobots as they fight fires, crime, and other dangers. This level 1 reader is illustrated with stills from the hit TV show!

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.

A mysterious pottery shard . . . A haunted cabin . . . A shadowy stranger . . . And no way home Present Day: Jim has a talent for getting into trouble. Grounded from his model rockets, he goes exploring where he shouldn’t and gets zapped back in time. Can he find the way back home or is he marooned in the past? 1838: Hannah’s life in her frontier village is filled with a little play and a lot of hard work. A seemingly harmless trick lures a strange, dazed boy from the old haunted cabin. Now Hannah must make a choice – and face the dangers. Together, Jim and Hannah struggle to unmask a thief and solve a murder while they search for the key to unlock time. It will take all their courage and wits, plus the rocket motors in Jim’s pocket, just to stay alive. Through the Shimmer of Time is full of adventure and mystery for any pre-teen history and time-travel lovers, especially those who have outgrown the Magic Tree House series.

When he lost his life at age 22 while on assignment in Somalia, photojournalist Dan Eldon left behind much more than the astonishing illustrated journals that would form the basis of The Journey Is the Destination. He left behind a life story that has inspired students, teachers, artists, and activists, as well as a forthcoming film. Raised in Kenya, Dan grew up with a unique outlook on life. Through adventurous safaris and benevolent crusades around the world, he crafted a philosophy of curiosity, creativity, and charity. Showcasing personal letters, snapshots, and artwork from his acclaimed journals, this teen-appropriate visual biography takes young readers on a profound, impactful journey through Dan's life and beyond.

Amid the horrors of World War II, Irena Sendler was an unlikely and unsung hero. While many people lived in fear of the Nazis, Irena defied them, even though it could have meant her life. She kept records of the children she helped smuggle away from the Nazis' grasp, and when she feared her work might be discovered, she buried her lists in jars, hoping to someday recover them and reunite children with their parents. This gripping true story of a woman who took it upon herself to help save 2,500 children from the Warsaw Ghetto during the Holocaust is not only inspirational; it's unforgettable.

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.

“A Gift for Him” is the tale of a quest to find just the right gift for baby Jesus. Told by a collection of adorable animals, the words are simple and follow a catchy rhythm. The handcrafted illustrations in this book will capture the attention of your little one who will want to read it over and over again. “A Gift for Him” is an essential addition to your child's library.