New Releases by Johanna Hurwitz

Chronicles the life of the Swedish storyteller, discussing her unplanned development as an author and the creation of her beloved carrot-topped heroine, Pippi Longstocking.

After spending a Fresh Air Fund vacation discovering a new world on a Vermont farm, Dossi thought that returning home to the bustling New York of 1910 would be simple. Little did she know that, even in. a familiar place, there are new things to experience.

When Adam''s mother promises a surprise, he is sure it will be the mountain bike he''s been pining for. The arrival of a llama-with the news that Mrs. Fine will start a trekking business from their Vermont home-comes as a bit of a blow.

Cricket is looking forward to fourth grade. She is sure she will be the teacher''s pet again. But Cricket is no longer the smartest student in class--not since Zoe Mitchell moved to town. Zoe wants to be friends, but can Cricket make friends with the competition?

Here is an all-new Park Pals adventure from the author of PeeWee''s Tale and Lexi''s Tale. When Plush, a female guinea pig, ends up in Central Park, PeeWee thinks he''ll have a family soon. But at first, Plush would rather listen to classical music than explore the wild outdoors with him. Then PeeWee finds out that winter will be coming—something neither of them have ever faced. And for once, PeeWee''s best friend, Lexi, who always has something smart to say, doesn''t have much advice. Will PeeWee and Plush overcome their differences in time to prepare for the bitter cold? Full of surprises, and featuring an adorable cast of guinea pig babies, this action-packed tale about building friendship and conquering fear is sure to find a special place in readers'' hearts.

Lexi the squirrel doesn''t trust humans. After all, it was a human who abandoned PeeWee the guinea pig in Central Park. So Lexi is outraged when a strange-looking man swipes the apple that the friends were about to eat. But when the stranger rescues PeeWee from the jaws of a dog, Lexi has a change of heart. Can two rodents make a difference in the life of a man living hungry and friendless in Central Park? Welcome back the street-smart squirrel and the well-read guinea pig in this stand-alone companion to PeeWee''s Tale, which Publishers Weekly called "humorous and insightful."

Kindergarten-age twins, Marius and Marcus Cott, may look alike, but they are very different and so are their teachers. When the boys trade places so they can figure out once and for all who has the better teacher, something happens that surprises them both!

Fearing that Edison-Armstrong School will close and force him into a school away from his closest friends, Julio rallies Lucas, Cricket, and Zoe into a campaign to save the school that tests his school spirit.

Ali Baba is back as a fourth grader, still having adventures that only he could have. Who but Ali Baba could find the "real" Santa Claus? Or who could make such an incredible mess simply by staying at home alone for the first time?

Monty tries to master a magic kit -- and finds some real-life situations tricky -- in this spot-on story about an endearing, utterly relatable first-grader.

“Hurwitz writes in a tender, positive manner.” — School Library Journal A new sibling is just one of the surprises — some good, some not so much — awaiting Monty in another story for early chapter book readers. In this gently humorous adventure, Monty faces the unpredictable, everyday turns of a first-grader’s life with his usual lovable charm.

Monty is mighty enough to take karate in a funny, true-to-life sequel with surefire appeal for early chapter-book readers. (Ages 5-7) Monty Gerald Morris may be small and shy, but he''s a mighty smart kid and an A+ reader. In an endearing follow-up to Mostly Monty, the quiet first-grader continues to come into his own -- playing the part of a tree in a comically miscued school play, sharing his enthusiasm for ants at an outdoor birthday party, even signing up for karate class despite his asthma. Once again, Johanna Hurwitz finds gentle humor in everyday situations and offers a charming portrayal of a likable character many young readers will relate to.

Award-winning author Johanna Hurwitz is back with a new addition to the charming Park Pals Adventures series. Squirrels Lexington (Lexi) and Lenox decide to visit the New York City streets they were named after. Lexi is worried about leaving Central Park, but Lenox is confident that their streets will be beautiful places, maybe even better than the park! When the two squirrels venture into the city, they soon realize that the human world is stranger and more dangerous than they''d ever imagined. This exciting Park Pals tale brings back the fun, adventure, and favorite furry characters that this award-winning series is known for.

Bolivia, Rory, and Derek are back together again! When Bolivia''s parents head off to Turkey on an archaeological dig, Bolivia goes to stay with her aunt and uncle-in the same town where her two friends live. Whether they''re taking care of a litter of abandoned kittens, coping with poison ivy, or getting drenched in a simulated classroom rain forest, there''s always adventure afoot. But when Bolivia befriends a girl named DeDe and a boy named Aldo, watch out! Rory''s possessiveness may ruin everything, unless Bolivia can show him that it''s possible to make new friends and keep the old.

Now that Elisa''s in second grade, she''s taking charge of whatever comes her way — from a baby-sitter who doesn''t know how to change a diaper to an airplane trip without her parents. Of course, it''s not easy taking charge when your big brother thinks you''re too little and your little brother runs amok! But Elisa is determined to make everything work out in the end. And what better way to celebrate being seven and a half than a day of eating nothing but chocolate. Chocolate cookies, chocolate milk, chocolate bars . . . chocolate and more chocolate, from morning to night. With these delicious new episodes from the whirlwind life of Elisa Michaels, Johanna Hurwitz entertains us once again with a vivid portrayal of family life as seen from four feet tall.

When a childhood illness leaves her blind and deaf, Helen Keller''s life seems hopeless indeed. But her indomitable will and the help of a devoted teacher empower Helen to triumph over incredible adversity. This amazing true story is finally brought to the beginner reader level.

How many different ways can 10 leading middle-grade authors tell a story including the line "I fooled you"? These stories range from a comic graphic tale about clever chimps to thought-provoking explorations of fairness and the power of imagination. Illustrations.

Because he suffers from asthma, six-year-old Monty is nervous about starting first grade but he soon learns to cope with his illness and use his special talents to make friends.

Noah struggles to impress the kids he meets when he and his family move to a new house.

A simple story about a young boy when he is sick.

A simple story about a young boy at bedtime.

Ethan tries to feed the birds, but he is no match for hungry squirrels.

Pee Wee the guinea pig and his friend Lexi the squirrel help a new guinea pig adjust to life in the wilds of New York City''s Central Park, but are unsure what to do about the approach of winter.

For use in schools and libraries only. When his owner''s parents let him go in Central Park, a young guinea pig learns to survive in the natural world with the help of a "park-wise" squirrel.

When his owner''s parents let him go in Central Park, a young guinea pig learns to survive in the natural world with the help of a "park-wise" squirrel while trying to find his way back home.

From July 1942 until August 1944, a young girl named Anne Frank kept a diary. Keeping a diary isn''t unusual. Lots of girls do. But Anne''s diary was unique. It chronicled the two years she and her family spent hiding from the Germans who were determined to annihilate all the Jews in Europe. In this sensitive and thoughtful introduction to the Holocaust and to the life of one of its best known victims, acclaimed author Johanna Hurwitz deftly evokes the background of World War II while capturing the unforgettable spirit and tragedy of Anne''s life. From July 1942 until August 1944, a young girl named Anne Frank kept a diary. Keeping a diary isn''t unusual. Lots of girls do. But Anne''s diary was unique. It chronicled the two years she and her family spent hiding from the Germans who were determined to annihilate all the Jews in Europe. In this sensitive and thoughtful introduction to the Holocaust and to the life of one of its best known victims, acclaimed author Johanna Hurwitz deftly evokes the background of World War II while capturing the unforgettable spirit and tragedy of Anne''s life.

Fifth-grader Adam Fine thinks that his two llamas will be a hit at the grand reopening of the town''s library.

A traumatic event in the lives of seventeen-year-old Stephen and his fourteen-year-old sister helps them understand and accept themselves and each other. A Parents'' Choice Award Winner. Reprint.

A prominent children''s books author shares her life, her daily activities, and her creative process, showing how all are intertwined.

Five-year-old Elisa has an older brother and a new baby brother, but her elderly neighbor says the middle is the best, just like the filling in a sandwich.