Books with title Just Plain Cat

Al is finally turning fourteen, and this birthday is going to bring a lot of changes—starting with a new name! Al has reached the most important point in her life: her fourteenth birthday. Her biggest worry is how boring her life has been so far—nothing exciting has ever happened to her. What if nothing ever does? What’s more, she no longer feels like an Al, but she still hates her real name, Alexandra. She needs to find a more dignified name—and fast—so that she can unveil the new her in time for her birthday. With her new name and her newfound adulthood, Al wants to start leading a meaningful life. But it turns out that saving the world is a little harder than it sounds—even for a girl like Al.

EASTERN COLORADO, 1881:Nora Smith is growing up as a middle child in a frontier family. She struggles with feeling insignificant and just plain ordinary . If only she can win the Mountain Springs spelling bee, her problems will disappear! Nora prepares for her moment to shine as champion of the bee. However, other circumstances prevail, proving to Nora the importance of just being herself. Just Plain Nora is recommended for children, age eight to twelve.

There is nothing like this in your store! This devotional journal series, complete with full-color, fun "doodled" artwork throughout, offers an authentic and often hilarious look into the life and issues of an average 11-year-old. An interactive devotional page following each fictionalized journal entry allows the reader to respond with her own thoughts and prayers. Since kids learn so much from watching their peers, this is a great way to offer them some positive influence--and a lot of fun. A perfect devotional tool for girls ages 8–12 who are learning about their own spiritual journeys. #1 Just Plain Mel--Mel, who has just become a Christian, journals about a variety of real-life challenges as she grows in her faith. Readers can respond to Mel's life situations via the interactive page at the end of each entry.