Books with author Robin Cruise

The Chernobyl power plant was the hope for energy in the Ukraine. Years after the 1986 meltdown, Ukraine is still feeling the effects of its radiation.The Nuclear Disaster at Chernobyl is part of the five book series "Disasters". These moments in history recall the death and destruction caused by both natural and manmade disasters around the world. The Disaster series probes the loss of the space shuttle Challenger’s crew, the oil-well fires set in Kuwait by forces of Saddam Hussein’s Iraq during the first Gulf War, the Korean airliner shot down by Russia in the Former Soviet Union, the nuclear meltdown at Chernobyl, and the Mount St. Helens eruption. This High-Interest, non-fiction series “Disasters” engages readers of all ages.

In this humorous, heartbreaking--and hopeful--novel, a young girl struggles to come to terms with her parents’ divorce. Funny, poignant, and above all, honest, Fiona’s journal entries reveal a roller coaster of emotions as she tries to cope in a world that’s been turned upside down. This story is sure to strike a chord with anyone--young or old--who has experienced the comfort and turmoil of family life.

Being a friend is hard work. Just ask eleven-year-old Fiona Claire Jardin. Can she really be friends with a b-o-y named Eliot? And what about Katie? Should Fiona keep her friend's secret even though Katie may be in danger?Through all these difficult situations, Fiona learns about the loyalty, trust, and love that are at the heart of every true friendship.

In this humorous, heartbreaking--and hopeful--novel, a young girl struggles to come to terms with her parents’ divorce. Funny, poignant, and above all, honest, Fiona’s journal entries reveal a roller coaster of emotions as she tries to cope in a world that’s been turned upside down. This story is sure to strike a chord with anyone--young or old--who has experienced the comfort and turmoil of family life.

Being a good friend is hard work. Just ask eleven-year-old Fiona Claire Jardin. When Fiona makes a really tough decision, will she disappoint Blanca, her best friend? How will she stay friends with Natalie, who's transferring to another middle school? Can she really be friends with a b-o-y named Eliot? And what about Katie? Should Fiona keep her friend's secret even though Katie may be in danger? Through all these difficult situations, Fiona learns about the loyalty, trust, and love that are at the heart of every true friendship.

The Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant was the hope of Russia for energy in the region. After a 1986 explosion and fire in one of the reactors, Ukraine is still feeling the effects of the radiation. And the rest of the world is still learning the full truth of the accident.Explores the causes and effects of the 1986 explosion and fire at the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant in the Ukraine