New Releases by Ellie Crowe

Three friends battle stormy weather and a hungry Komodo dragon when they''re trapped overnight atop a barren rock.

The I Escaped Series: The World''s Favorite Escapes. In this stellar, impactful book, a young teen navigates the devastating chaos of the Pearl Harbor attack during WWII. A Notable Children''s Release from multi-award-winning Ellie Crowe and Scott Peters. 15-year-old Billy embarks on a perilous journey to save his father during the World War Two assault on Pearl Harbor. Initially dismissed as a mere drill, the reality quickly dawns on Billy and his family. The island of Oahu is under attack! Worse, his dad is down there on the USS Oklahoma, laid up in the sick bay with two broken legs. He''ll never be able to escape on his own. But what can Billy do? He''s just a kid and he''s way out of his element. Still, he has to act. Braving a hail of gunfire, Billy navigates his way to the harbor, boards a rescue vessel, and daringly ascends the rapidly sinking Oklahoma battleship. In the chaos below deck, he finds his injured father, setting the stage for a dramatic rescue. On December 7, 1941, Pearl Harbor was attacked, a day that changed the course of American history. This story captures the resilience and courage of those who lived through this tragic event. Perfect for kids who are fans of war stories and history, especially those fascinated by World War Two. It delves into military history, bringing to life a significant historical event of this era. Young readers will encounter the bravery of soldiers, Marines, and war heroes from the Navy and Air Force. Packed with educational facts about battles, generals, and strategies, all presented to captivate and educate young minds about this pivotal period in American history. "I Escaped WW2 Pearl Harbor" is the 16th children''s book in the I Escaped Series about brave kids who face real-world challenges and find ways to escape. Great for kids'' book clubs and classrooms-a study guide is available at scottpetersbooks.com/downloads/worksheets Bonus: Contains a bonus fact section about the Pearl Harbor Assault, military war heroes, and more Black and white illustrations bring each chapter to life Real survivor quotes and photos are included It''s the parent-approved Survival Series that celebrates the awesome history of us! An essential, relevant read about bravery, duty, family bonds, and finding the courage to never give up.

From multi-award-winning Ellie Crowe and Scott Peters comes a gripping Alaska adventure based on the true story of Tim Treadwell, America''s famous Grizzly Man. 15-year-old Cody is thrilled to be in America''s Katmai National Park with his cousins to research bears for his high school project. But they lose contact with the air taxi pilot when their satellite phone falls into the water. Suddenly the wilderness seems out of control. The cousins need help, fast. Cody sets out for Tim Treadwell''s camp-the famous bear expert is his only hope. But hungry grizzlies roam the maze of twisting tunnels, and a storm is beginning to rage. Cody is no wilderness expert; he''s a kid from California. He''s way out of his element. Every hour is a fight because if he gives up, he''ll never make it home. Can Cody survive the worst bear disaster in Katmai National Park''s history?

"Jesse and his friends are trapped in the haunted Winchester house during one of history''s most significant earthquakes"--Publisher''s website.

An orphaned coal-boy battles guards, ghosts, and dungeon rats when he''s trapped in England''s Tower of London. From multi-award-winning Ellie Crowe and Scott Peters comes a riveting escape in the bestselling Survival Series that celebrates the awesome history of us. 15-year-old Ben is delivering coal to the Tower of London when he sees Princess Elizabeth being locked up. He''s alarmed when she begs him for help, but when can he do? He''s just an orphaned coal boy. The Tower is the most dreaded place in Renaissance, England. Its dark dungeons are filled with rats, and ghosts patrol the corridors at night. Still, he''s determined to help her. But danger lurks at every turn in the Tower''s maze-like corridors and twisting stairwells. Just when triumph seems at hand, the notorious Beefeater guards catch Ben and throw him behind bars. Can Ben scale the fortress walls and escape across the putrid moat? Or is he doomed to join the ghosts of prisoners past in the Tower''s darkest depths? This is the 8th I Escaped adventure in the children''s series about brave boys and girls who face real-world challenges and find ways to escape disaster. Follow these inspiring kids while they brainstorm, help others, and hone their problem-solving skills. Short attention spans — Chapter Book — Ages 8-12 — B&W Illustrations The short chapters make for easy wins, and Ben’s gripping situation keeps even reluctant readers turning pages just to find out what''s going to happen next. Great for kids book clubs and classrooms--a study guide is available at https://scottpetersbooks.com/worksheets Packed with a special section on facts about the Tower of London, Queen Elizabeth I, Queen Mary, and much more. An adrenaline-charged, nonstop action adventure tale of values and courage. "a must for every reading list" Can Ben escape the Tower and survive disaster? Read it and find out!

15-year old Jon plots his escape when he''s captured by pirates on the high seas. The parent-approved Survival Series that celebrates the awesome history of us. From multi-award winning Ellie Crowe and Scott Peters comes a riveting, kid-powered survival adventure. Short attention spans | Chapter book | Ages 9+ | B&W Illustrations | It''s the Golden Age of Piracy... The year is 1690, and the Caribbean seas are surging. 15-year-old Jon is thrilled to be a sailor aboard a merchant ship. But when pirates attack, the infamous Captain Morgan takes Jon prisoner. The pirate Captain gives Jon an ultimatum--join the pirates or be marooned on a desert island. Jon is no swashbuckling buccaneer, able to fight his way to freedom. He''s just a kid from the American colonies who left home to seek his fortune. His parents will be worried sick if he doesn''t return. Jon is forced to play along until he can make his escape. But his inner strength is sorely tested when Spanish galleons bear down and a monstrous sea battle looms ahead. Based on true events! Can Jon survive disaster? This is the 7th children''s book in the I Escaped Series about brave boys and girls who face real-world challenges and find ways to escape disaster. Sure to appeal to fans of New York Times Bestseller Lauren Tarshis''s I Survived Series, and Treasure Island by Robert Louis Stevenson, Peter Pan by J.M. Barrie, and The Ship of Shadows by Maria Kuzniar. The short chapters make for easy wins, and Jon''s gripping situation keeps even reluctant readers turning pages just to find out what''s going to happen next. Great for kids book clubs and classrooms--a study guide is available at https://scottpetersbooks.com/worksheets Packed with a special section on facts about the Golden Age of Piracy that''s sure to satisfy curious minds. Flesch Reading Ease: 85.6 Flesch-Kincaid Grade Level 3.2 Shelve under: Pirate books for kids, pirate books for middle school, pirate books for 11 year olds. An important, relevant read about bravery, kindness, and courage. Collect the whole I Escaped Series "a must for every reading list" Can Jon survive disaster? Read it and find out!

Previous published as Tejano Music Queen Lydia Mendoza 7.13.2020 copyright Ellie Crowe. Hold on to your dream, Lydia told herself. She dreamed of becoming a music star--- a Tejano music queen. But how could she? She was a young Mexican girl living in poverty on the borderlands between Mexico and Texas. Her papa said women could never become Tejano music stars. He said it just wouldn''t be right. But Lydia was determined to prove him wrong. Read how Lydia Mendoza fought poverty and discrimination against race and women to become a Latin American music sensation, the Lark of the Border, a Tejano Music Queen, and recipient of the highest music award -- the National Medal of the Arts. Lydia is recognized as one of America''s greatest roots music singers.

15-year-old Zeke battles hunger, bears, and blizzards when their pioneer-wagon-train takes a wrong turn on the Oregon Trail. The parent-approved Survival Series that celebrates the awesome history of us. From multi-award winning Ellie Crowe and Scott Peters comes a riveting, kid-powered survival adventure. Short attention spans | Chapter book | Ages 9+ | B&W Illustrations | 15-year-old Zeke is thrilled to be heading west with over eighty settlers on the famed Oregon Trail. But when their wagon train takes an ill-advised short cut, the pioneers find themselves trapped in a frozen mountain pass. As howling winter storms rage around the Donner Party, there’s no way forward or back. Zeke is no mountain climber. He''s a horseback-riding fanatic from Illinois. He''s way out of his element. Faced with starvation, Zeke must attempt to walk out of the wilderness on sheer willpower alone. Can he ever hope to make it to California? Can he ever hope to escape? This is the 5th I Escaped adventure in the children''s series about brave boys and girls who face real-world challenges and find ways to escape disaster. Follow these inspiring kids while they brainstorm, help others, and hone their problem-solving skills. The short chapters make for easy wins, and Zeke''s gripping situation keeps even reluctant readers turning pages just to find out what''s going to happen next. Based on actual survivor accounts, this inspirational story is exceptionally vivid, swift-paced, and stirring. The Westward Expansion is a tale of Indians and pioneers, mountains, deserts and places where the buffalo roamed, of covered wagons and horses and a new country taking shape. Great for kids book clubs and classrooms--a study guide is available at https://scottpetersbooks.com/worksheets Packed with a special section on facts about the Oregon Trail, Westward Expansion, and much more. An adrenaline-charged, nonstop action adventure tale of values and courage. Collect the whole I Escaped Series "a must for every reading list" Can Zeke survive disaster? Read it and find out!

From multi-award winning Ellie Crowe and Scott Peters comes a harrowing escape based on true tales of recent Amazon River pirate attacks. When river pirates attack their ferry in the middle of the night, Nick and his family escape on a surfboard. But the Amazon River''s wild currents separate Nick and his stepsister from their parents. One minute they''re together, the next, Nick and Maddie are lost and alone in a deadly rainforest filled with piranha, jaguars, caimans, and giant anaconda. Worse, they''ve got angry pirates on their tail and a box of stolen gold. 15-year-old Nick is responsible for 8-year-old Maddie—but it''s not easy when his stepsister acts like she hates his guts! Can they find a way to get along and survive in the deadly jungle? Can these brave but frightened kids escape disaster? 100% kid-tested, no-boring-parts guaranteed! This is the 4th children''s book in the I Escaped Series about brave boys and girls who face real-world challenges and find ways to escape disaster. Sure to appeal to fans of New York Times Bestseller Lauren Tarshis''s I Survived Series and Treasure Island by Robert Louis Stevenson. A study guide is available at https://tinyurl.com/escaped-pirates Features a special section on pirates and piracy on the Amazon River including fascinating facts about illegal gold mining, deforestation, clearcutting in Brazil, Peru, and the whole South American region. A story of sibling rivalry, values, and courage that''s packed with adrenaline-charged, nonstop action adventure.

A young sailor is trapped in the ocean, surrounded by hundreds of man-eating sharks, during the deadliest attack the world has ever seen. Can he escape? From multi-award-winning Ellie Crowe and Scott Peters. 16-year-old Josh is thrilled to be a crew member aboard the mighty USS Indianapolis. But when a Japanese torpedo strikes in the middle of the night, it tears the warship in half. Josh is thrown from the deck and plunged deep into the black ocean. In horror, he watches the massive vessel begin its death plunge, threatening to pull him down with it. Josh is no swimmer. He''s a baseball player from San Antonio, Texas. He''s way out of his element. Soon, hundreds of sharks begin to circle. He''s living his worst nightmare, but for how long? How can he survive with no lifeboat, no food or water, and countless hungry sharks? Every hour is a fight because if he gives up, he''ll never make it home. But does he have what it takes to survive? With no rescue team in sight, can Josh ever hope to escape? On July 30, 1945, the USS Indianapolis was torpedoed at 15 minutes past midnight. It sank in 12 minutes. The survivors spent four days fighting off the deadliest shark attacks in history. This is the 3rd children''s book in the I Escaped Series about brave kids who face real-world challenges and find ways to escape. Sure to appeal to fans of books like I Survived by New York Times Bestseller Lauren Tarshis, stories about the Titanic, and readers of Alan Gratz. An important, relevant tale of bravery and friendship during a terrible tragedy in American history.

From multi-award-winning Ellie Crowe and bestselling children''s author Scott Peters comes a gripping story about one refugee''s escape from the oppression of North Korea.14-year-old Dae has been taught that his country''s fearless leaders are like gods. Yet the painfully skinny boy can''t help wondering if something''s off, because all his family has to eat is watery porridge made from grass.At school, Dae and his friends are so hungry that it''s hard to play ''Bash the American'' in the schoolyard. In class, the boys and girls bow before the leaders'' giant portraits, their clothes flapping around their bony limbs. Dae begins to question why their rulers look so well fed.When Dae''s beloved parents fall into trouble, the young teen must fend for himself. Dae begins to dream of rebellion-of fleeing across the forbidden border into China to look for work. For how else can he help free his family?But can the starving boy survive the deadly crossing? It would take all of his remaining strength to succeed.Still, Dae becomes certain of one thing . . .He must escape!

"The story of Duke Kahanamoku, an exceptional swimmer who became the first native Hawaiian athlete to win an Olympic gold medal for the US and is considered the father of modern surfing. Includes sidebars on related topics, timeline, and glossary"--

Intensity skyrockets when a few teenagers on vacation in the Everglades go exploring and stumble on a house used for importing and selling exotic animals. The Everglades were magical—a maze of canals snaking into the surrounding swampland, a wild with monster alligators everywhere. How, then, was Megan supposed to just sit back and not explore the place?The airboat ride out into the thick gray water-world was so beautiful, so calm—how quickly things had changed. She had begged Adam to take her and her siblings out on the boat. But where were Sydney and Luke now?Lost, like she was, of course, but hurt? Dead? It was her impulsiveness that had gotten them stranded out here and drew the poachers’ anger. She wrapped her arms more tightly about the baby orangutan in her lap. How could she live with herself if something happened to them? Would she even have the chance?The now-familiar sound of someone or something sloshing through the muck reached her ears. Who or what was coming? The orangutan bared his teeth at the unknown, and she closed her eyes. She didn’t want to know the answer.She was too injured to climb out of this hole, and calling for help could attract them. One way or another, she knew she wouldn’t be getting out of here alone. It was only a question of who would find her first.

Fans of New York Times Bestseller Lauren Tarshis''s I Survived Series have an exciting new book. From multi-award-winning writer Ellie Crowe and bestselling children''s historical fiction author Scott Peters comes a daring novel of one refugee''s escape from the oppression of North Korea. 14-year-old Dae has been taught that his country''s fearless leaders are like gods. Yet the painfully skinny boy can''t help wondering if something''s off, because all his family has to eat is watery porridge made from grass. At school, Dae and his friends are so hungry that it''s hard to play ''Bash the American'' in the schoolyard. In class, the boys and girls bow before the leaders'' giant portraits, their clothes flapping around their bony limbs. Dae begins to question why their rulers look so well fed. When Dae''s beloved parents fall into trouble, the young teen must fend for himself. Dae begins to dream of rebellion--of fleeing across the forbidden border into China to look for work. For how else can he help free his family? But can the starving boy survive the deadly crossing? It would take all of his remaining strength to succeed. Still, Dae becomes certain of one thing . . . He must escape!

“A lovable, four-pawed big brother . . . Harold will help children grasp some of the changes that can show up along with a new baby.” —Bonnie Louise Kuchler, author of Just Sisters When a new puppy joins his home, Harold learns about love . . . It’s hard to be a good dog, but Harold, the golden retriever, really tries. Then the Dad brings home Prince, a silly little puppy that the Dad says is smart and brave. Prince! “Smart and brave!” Harold can hardly believe his ears! And, even worse, when Prince does a doggy-doo right in the house, the Dad blames Harold! Harold thinks Prince is a poopy little puppy. How is he going to live with him in his house? Kids with baby brothers and sisters will sympathize with Harold. This book is perfect for early readers and the Common Core. Adults are allowed to laugh along as well. “Right from page one, Harold the dog had me laughing out loud. Ellie Crowe captures Harold’s viewpoint with such humor and insight that we can’t help looking at his family from a dog’s perspective. Highly entertaining, this is one book that kids are sure to giggle over, and parents will be letting out a few snorts of their own.” —Scott Peters, author of the Kid Detective Zet series “His woes parallel how a child might feel with a new sibling at home, and he helps make light of the situation. Kids will no doubt ask for this one repeatedly at story time. Parents are sure to get a kick out of reading Harold’s story, too.” —Sue Wyshynski, author of the Ultrahumans series

Caregiver''s Survival Guide is based on Dr. Robert Yonover''s personal experiences. While struggling to become a successful scientist and inventor, he also was primary caregiver for his paralyzed wife for more than twenty years and raised their two children. Yonover takes you into the throes of his life as a caregiver, husband, and father, offering guidance and hope through his story. He provides advice on: Dealing with heavy news Handling day-to-day challenges Holding on to the foundation of your relationship Taking stock of finances Adapting and enjoying life Staying sane Maintaining a social life Fighting for your rights Through Caregiver''s Survival Guide, Dr. Yonover will equip other caregivers who face similar physical, mental, social, and financial challenges with tips and guidelines from his own experiences and other experts to help make their situation survivable.

Wind Runner -- Young Indian runners who ran as fast as the wind, carried vital messages for hundreds of miles across deserts, plains, and over mountains. This time the message was WAR. The starving Pueblo Indians were rising in battle against the cruel Spanish soldiers occupying their land, New Mexico. And they were calling on other Indian tribes, some their sworn enemies, to join the fight. Running alone is Running Deer, a 14-year-old boy taking the place of his older brother, Star Fire. But can a young boy succeed in this dangerous mission?

Nelson Mandela --legendary freedom fighter and revolutionary, first black president of South Africa and Nobel Peace prize winner--stated that his childhood in the Transkei countryside taught him everything he needed to know in life. This biographical novel brings to life Mandela’s childhood and his tribal initiation at sixteen when he resolved to live up to his name—Troublemaker—and fight for freedom for his people.

What if you were stranded on an island and you had to brainstorm to survive? Would you be able to find the most important things: water, food and shelter? What if danger threatened? Go with Water Boy and Rocky, the wonder dog, on their survival adventures. And then improve your creativity and chances of survival with the Brainstorm Workshop.No one is more passionate about ideas and techniques for generating them than Dr. Rob Yonover. In Brainstorm Islands he creates atmospheric disturbances that cause “idea surges” in the reader''s mind.

Based on the author’s experience in the world of inventing and promotion, Hardcore Inventing offers the kind of advice you can only learn from experience: how to developing an idea into an invention, how to build a prototype for show, how to safeguard intellectual property, how to market both strategically and and in “guerilla" mode, how find investors, and much more. And all of that is based on his IP 3 “Tacitical Method” which breaks everything down to Invent, Protect, Promote, and Profit.

In ancient times, Polynesians traveled across the vast Pacific Ocean without using navigational instruments; only natural signs and elements such as the sun, moon, stars, ocean swells, and land-based seabirds were their guides. In this lively book, Hoku and her puppy Poki use similar navigation techniques as they take little ones on an exciting night-time journey in her canoe, the Hokulani (Heavenly Star). Will the glow-in-the-dark stars and constellations help Hoku and Poki survive stormy waters, Shark Bay, and Shipwreck Sea? And what about those pirates? Sensitive text and vibrant illustrations make this a charming read-aloud for children and parents.

Taking readers on a journey into Hawaii''s fascinating secret places of spiritual and cultural significance, this unique guidebook ventures far beyond the beaches and tourist destinations to places never seen by most visitors, or even many local residents.

A baby humpback whale named Koholā sees many things as he swims with his mother from Hawaiʻi to Alaska.

With its azure skies, blue seas, lush tropical foliage, and volcanic formations, the Hawaiian islands truly are a visual celebration--and this volume, featuring awe-inspiring photos by Elan Penn, honors its magnificence. But there’s more to America’s 50th state than amazing landscapes: Award-winning author Ellie Crowe is a superb tour guide to the individual islands, with their state parks, museums of native art, temples, ranches, farms, and gardens. Of course, there’s a visit to the USS Arizona Memorial; an introduction to the fierce chiefs and feather gods, monarchs and missionaries who influenced the culture; a journey to the Moloka’i sea cliffs; a trip to Volcanoes National Park; and a presentation of contemporary, sophisticated Hawaii. A foreword by leading Hawaiian scholar Rubellite Kawena Kinney Johnson begins the journey.

"A brief biography of Hawaiian Duke Kahanamoku, five-time Olympic swimming champion from the early 1900s who is also considered worldwide as the ''father of modern surfing''"--Provided by publisher.

Humuhumunukunukuapuaʻa plays hide and seek in Hanauma Bay.

Sea stars, coral shrimp, sea turtles and other tidepool creatures of Hawai''i are among the tempting textures to identify and play with.

Capture the tension, danger, and triumph in this story of Kamehameha''s growth from lonely and frightened young boy to the might warrior who conquered and united the Hawaiian islands.

Provides biography of Duke Kahanamoku, world record swimmer, who was instrumental in popularizing surfing.