Books with title Take a Stand

Why has their grandmother bothered keeping a menu from a restaurant that closed years ago, a restaurant that never served very good food in the first place? Three cousins listen to Gee's own story, set in the early days of lunch counter sit-ins in Nashville, a time when a black child could sit up front in a city bus but still could not get a milk shake at a downtown restaurant. Through the eyes of ten-year-old Abby, young listeners see what it was like to live through those days, and they'll come to understand that, like a menu, freedom is about having choices. Each audiobook in this series tells the story behind a different "scrap of time"; together they form a patchwork quilt of one black family's past that stretches back for generations.

A historical chapter book series from three-time Coretta Scott King Award winner and Newbery Honor author, Patricia C. McKissack.Why has their grandmother bothered keeping a menu from a restaurant that closed years ago, a restaurant that never served very good food in the first place? Three cousins listen to Gee's own story, set in the early days of lunch counter sit-ins in Nashville, a time when a black child could sit up front in a city bus but still could not get a milk shake at a downtown restaurant. Through the eyes of ten-year-old Abby, young readers see what it was like to live through those days, and they'll come to understand that, like a menu, freedom is about having choices. Each book in this series tells the story behind a different "scrap of time"; together they form a patchwork quilt of one black family's past that stretches back for generations."A perfect introduction to an extraordinary time when regular people, even ten-year-old girls, make a difference." --The Horn Book"The book gives readers a kid's-eye view of important happenings and reminds them that history is something that is in the making." --Booklist

When lifeguarding equipment entrepreneur Farah Hart blows into Westham, Massachusetts, she takes the town by storm. Her company, Hart Corps, hosts exciting events, gives away cool freebies, and peddles sweet gear, making her the most popular gal in Westham. Selena and some of the Junior Lifeguard crew are eager to participate in Farah's fun events and advertising for her product line. After all, Selena's always looking for her big break. But when promises and gear are broken and feelings hurt, it's up to Selena to take a stand and straighten things out. Readers will join a wholesome and diverse crew of young guards in training as they work hard and have fun in the sun on Cape Cod's beautiful beaches.

It's 1976 and the entire country is celebrating America's 200th birthday, including Julie! She can't wait to camp in a horse-drawn wagon for the Bicentennial, but pioneer life turns out to be a lot harder than she expected. Back in school, Julie looks to make some history herself after she lands in detention for helping a friend, and decides to run for student body president to make some much-needed changes. But as the election heats up, Julie's on the brink of dropping out. It's her big chance to prove that one girl can change the system - but does she have the nerve?

Gold Winner of the Literary Classics Book Awards for Best Tween Series, 2018 Brought to you by a writer of the best-selling CUPCAKE DIARIES series...The JUNIOR LIFEGUARDS series is wholesome summer fun! The Junior Lifeguards must decide what they stand for when a glamorous but immoral huckster sets up shop at the beach. Junior Lifeguards are #brave and #strong. Join the squad! Praise for Junior Lifeguards: The Test by Elizabeth Doyle Carey “Delivers believable surprises…authentic…An enjoyable start to [an] engaging series for tweens.” —Kirkus Reviews “Brings to mind the cheery it-all-ends-well tone of books from another era…brimming with wholesome tween drama.” —School Library Journal

Joey is one of the kids that everyone likes. He is pleasant, social, and people are easily drawn to him. One day, he finds a group of older students who are picking on a younger student that is crying in the middle of the circle. The other kids ask Joey to step in and to help tease the other kid with them. Joey doesn't want to lose his popularity, but also doesn't want to tease the smaller child. He makes a difficult decision that has some very surprising results.

Lister and Lester are identical twins who do identical things. But their constant striving to outdo each other means their little brother, Liam, is always left out. When Lester’s Lemonade Universe and Lister’s Lemonade Multiverse open for business, there’s no role for Liam. He does odd jobs around the neighborhood while Lister and Lester’s competition spirals into overdrive and their lemonade stands get increasingly, outrageously out of hand.But then Liam takes a stand with his own business venture — a simple model based on his observations of what not to do — and gives the twins a run for their money. Illustrated with lively cartoon-style art highlighting the hilarious one-upmanship, this is a spirited underdog story about siblings and strategic thinking.LEVELINGGrade Range: K–4Fountas & Pinnell: LReading Recovery: 19Lexile: AD 400LCOMMON CORERL.2.1,2,4,5,6,7,10L.2.2,2a,2c,3,4,4a,4b,5,5a,5bRF.2.3,3d,3e,3f,4,4a,4cSL.2.1,1b,1c,2,3,4,6W.2.1,2,3,5,7,8

Wendy is determined to stand her ground and not let Darsha, the most popular girl in school, intimidate her as the fireworks between them continue to fly. She has discovered to her amazement that Russell Rogers has stopped throwing snowballs at her and is starting to “woo her with his ways!” Brent Reynolds, her first love, has moved away to Idaho. Will she ever hear from him? Wendy’s hair has continued to grow, and she discovers that it has brought her positive attention! Why didn’t she grow it years ago? Being a teenager and going to junior high school is a never-ending adventure. Don’t miss the continuing saga of Wendy, her friends, and family.