Books with title MC's Big Move

Kayla, a twelve-year-old girl who recently lost her father during a school shooting, is facing many changes. Raised in a Christian home, she has learned to take her religion for granted. Now, she is starting seventh grade in a new town, a new school, with no friends, and no father. Her problem escalates when she makes friends with two girls who seem to be archenemies. For the first time, being a Christian seems to interfere with being popular, and she is faced with one of the biggest decisions of her life: Does being a Christian mean more than just believing in God ... and if so, does she really want to be one?

"Ava's Big Move" gives a voice to a bright eyed little girl as she is set to leave her home, and all of her favorite things, in preparation for her mom's new job. The book demonstrates the power of positive thinking, supports the notion that all things end well, and celebrates the peace that is found in forming new relationships. Join Ava as she navigates the complete series explaining life, and all the exciting adventures it offers, as only a child can.

Acclaimed illustrator Eva Eriksson lends her talent to this picture book. Tim is nervous about moving, but his cuddly friend Pico is even more nervous. What if it’s too hot? What if there are too many stairs? And worst of all…what if Tim makes new friends and doesn’t need Pico anymore? When moving day comes, Pico is pleasantly surprised to find that Tim does make a new friend, but that Tim’s new friend has a cuddly friend, too and that all four can be friends. Most of all, Pico is thrilled when Tim reminds him: “You are my best friend for ever and ever.”

Tyrell loves his neighborhood -- the park with the swingset, the library with the puppet shows, the restaurant with the star-shaped spaghetti. But the neighborhood has been changing a lot lately, and one day Tyrell comes home to learn that his building has been bought and everyone must move. It seems like the worst news ever, but Tyrell’s cousin Breonna has a plan for making the most of it. How can Tyrell learn to move on and be OK? This heartfelt story about dealing with change is both sweet and smart, coming from teen authors who know the realities of handling transitions -- and about changing neighborhoods in Washington, DC.

Mikah monkey was born cheeky and full of energy.He was also born deaf. Even though he cannot hear, this little monkey has some special skills that help him to communicate.Can you guess what they are? When Mikah learns his family is moving, he is scared and doesn’t want to go. He likes things the way they are, his routine is great! Hatching a plan, Mikah spends moving day high up in the trees.No-one can make him move. Not-one-inch!But are things as bad as Mikah thinks or does he just need a dose of bravery to make it through his latest challenge?

Rupert is a little green frog who happened to live in a very small, adorable pond. He knew it was the BEST pond because he had lived there his entire life. Rupert had many friends in the little pond and he was very happy … until the day he had to face the scariest thing of all: CHANGE! Find out how Rupert takes a giant leap of faith and jumps into action to successfully deal with life’s challenges. Although his journey is difficult, he will have you cheering him on as he gains confidence in his decision-making ability and learns valuable life lessons along the way. Each scene is illustrated the old-fashioned way, hand drawn and water colored, making every page a delightful treasure. “Rupert’s Big Move” is dedicated to all the children of the world—ages 3 – 103—who are faced with big changes in their lives.

Arto has lived his whole life in the snowy, cold North — and six years is a long time. When his mom gets a new job and the family prepares to spend a year in the South, Arto is not happy at all. He’s just going to act as if there isn’t any difference. In the new Southern landscape of prickly plants, strange birds, and a big, hot sun, Arto stubbornly dons his winter uniform of boots, mittens, coat, and knit cap day after day. It’s worth the stuffy, sweaty, overheated feeling if he can pretend he’s still in the North.But when Arto makes a new friend, Ana, he slowly sheds his layers and discovers that it’s not such a bad idea to adapt to your surroundings. When his year in the South is over, Arto understands there is a way to cope with another move while keeping the memory of his Southern adventure alive. A relatable story with a memorable character, Arto’s Big Move uses a gentle touch to convey an important message about adapting to change.Grade: 2Fountas & Pinnel: LReading Recovery: 19Lexile Measure: AD 790LCommon Core State Standards:CCSS.ELA-Literacy.L.2.5,5a,6CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RF.2.4,4a,4cCCSS.ELA-Literacy.RL.2.1,2,3,4,5,6,7,10CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.2.1,2,3,7,8CCSS.ELA-Literacy.SL.2.1,1a,1c,2,3,4,6