Susan Hood

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Writing Matters is designed to develop students'' writing ability and give them the confidence to use this ability in everyday life. Through extensive use of real-life examples it provides useful models for students and teachers to work from and discuss in the classroom. It emphasises that writing is a process and also that the demands of writing vary depending on the reader, the purpose, the content and the writing situation. Accordingly, the book is divided into two parts. Part 1 deals with basic procedures such as preparing, drafting and revising texts and also offers help in the often difficult areas of spelling and punctuation. Part 2 focuses on writing contexts ranging from the functional (letters of application, postcards, advertisements) to more creative, personal writing. The units in this part give practice in all these different types of writing. This book br / guides students progressively towards proficient and effective writing br / uses lively, authentic material as models br / is relevant to students'' real-life needs and interests br / can be used flexibly as a course or as supplementary material. Written by experienced teachers specialising in writing skills development, Writing Matters can also be used by adult speakers of English as a first language and secondary school students.

This page-turning true-life adventure is filled with rich and riveting details and a timeless understanding of the things that matter most.Dashka Slater, author of The 57 Bus Brilliantly told in verse, readers will love Ken Sparks. Patricia Reilly Giff, two-time Newbery Honor winner Lyrical, terrifying, and even at times funny. A richly detailed account of a little-known event in World War II. Kirkus ReviewsMiddle grade Titanic fans, heres your next read. BCCBAn edge-of-your seat survival tale. School Library Journal (starred review)A Junior Library Guild SelectionThe 2019 Golden Kite Middle Grade Fiction Award WinnerA 2019 ALSC Notable Childrens Book The 20192020 Lectio Book Award Winner The 20202021 Florida Sunshine State Young Readers Award List The 2020 Oklahoma Library Associations Childrens Sequoyah Book Award Winner The Connecticut Book Award WinnerIn the tradition of The War That Saved My Life and Stella By Starlight, this poignant novel in verse based on true events tells the story of a boys harrowing experience on a lifeboat after surviving a torpedo attack during World War II.With Nazis bombing London every night, its time for thirteen-year-old Ken to escape. He suspects his stepmother is glad to see him go, but his dad says hes one of the lucky onesone of ninety boys and girls to ship out aboard the SS City of Benares to safety in Canada.Life aboard the luxury ship is grandnine-course meals, new friends, and a life far from the bombs, rations, and his stepmums glare. And after five days at sea, the ships officers announce that theyre out of danger.Theyre wrong.Late that night, an explosion hurls Ken from his bunk. Theyve been hit. Torpedoed! The Benares is sinking fast. Terrified, Ken scrambles aboard Lifeboat 12 with five other boys. Will they get away? Will they survive?Award-winning author Susan Hood brings this little-known World War II story to life in a riveting novel of courage, hope, and compassion. Based on true events and real people, Lifeboat 12 is about believing in one another, knowing that only by banding together will we have any chance to survive.

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Una aproximación novedosa a los contrarios escrita en verso. Blanco-negro, grande-chico, despierto-dormido, ¿qué fácil, no? Pero, no tan rápido ímira otra vez! Pues todo depende desde dónde lo ves. ¿Quien sabe que es GRANDE si no hay algo PEQUEÑO? Obtener la respuesta requiere de empeño. ¿Que esta ARRIBA y que esta ABAJO? iParece sencillo, mas cuesta trabajo! La escritora Susan Hood y el ilustrador Jay Fleck llevan a los lectores a un divertido y alocado viaje a los recodos mas finos de los opuestos, haciendo escala en los terminos relativos y los puntos de vista (iy, por si fuera poco, una pizca de ying y yang!).

A captivatingthrilling adventure story that shows the power of friendship, hope, and forgiveness. Lauren Tarshis, author of the I Survived seriesIn the wake of Lifeboat 12 comes a gripping, harrowing (Publishers Weekly) World War II novel-in-verse by acclaimed author Susan Hood about two very real girls who clung together for dear life when their evacuee ship was torpedoed, their lifeboat capsized, and they spent nineteen hours in the Atlantic Ocean, waiting for rescue.When Nazi bombs begin to destroy Bess Walders hometown of East London, Bess convinces her parents to evacuate her and her younger brother, Louis, to Canada aboard the SS City of Benares. On the journey, she meets another evacuee, Beth Cummings. Bess and Beth have a lot in commonboth strong and athletic, both named for Queen Elizabeth, both among the older kids on the ship, and both excited about life in Canada.On the fifth day at sea, everyone starts to relax, but trouble is right behind them. That night, a Nazi U-boat torpedoes the Benares. As their luxury liner starts to sink, Bess and Beth rush to abandon ship aboard their assigned lifeboat.Based on true events and real people, Lifeboat 5 is about two young girls with the courage to persevere against the odds and the strength to forgive.

Una aproximación novedosa a los contrarios escrita en verso.Blanco-negro, grande-chico, despierto-dormido, ¿qué fácil, no? Pero, no tan rápido ¡mira otra vez! Pues todo depende desde dónde lo ves. ¿Quien sabe que es GRANDE si no hay algo PEQUEÑO? Obtener la respuesta requiere de empeño. ¿Que esta ARRIBA y que esta ABAJO? ¡Parece sencillo, mas cuesta trabajo!La escritora Susan Hood y el ilustrador Jay Fleck llevan a los lectores a un divertido y alocado viaje a los recodos mas finos de los opuestos, haciendo escala en los terminos relativos y los puntos de vista (¡y, por si fuera poco, una pizca de ying y yang!).

The inspirational true story of how twenty-two-year-old Henny Sinding courageously helped smuggle hundreds of Jewish families in occupied Denmark to safety in Sweden during the Holocaust. A middle grade nonfiction novel-in-verse by award-winning author Susan Hood.It wouldnt be easy, but they had to try.It was their only chance to survive. In 1943, Henny Sinding, only twenty-two years old, and the crew of Gerda lll, a lighthouse supply boat, risked everything to smuggle their Jewish compatriots across the resund strait to safety in Sweden during World War ll. In Hennys words, It was the right thing to do so we did it. Simple as that. But what happened when their operations cover was blown and it was Hennys turn to escape?This incredible true story in-verse about courage, community, humanity, and hope is perfect for fans of Lifeboat 12, Alias Anna, and Alan Gratz.Includes extensive back matter with primary sources, additional information, further reading, and photographs.A JUNIOR LIBRARY GUILD GOLD STANDARD SELECTION!A Young Womans Courage: Follow twenty-two-year-old Henny Sinding as she risks her life to ferry families to safety aboard the lighthouse supply boat, Gerda III. An Unforgettable True Story: Discover the little-known history of the Danish effort to save their Jewish compatriots from the Nazis during the Holocaust. Told in Breathtaking Verse: Experience this powerful and accessible narrative, written in a compelling novel-in-verse format that makes history come alive. Rich with Historical Detail: Deepen your understanding with extensive back matter, including primary sources, photographs, and further reading for young historians.

What will distract first-time students from first-day jitters? Entering secret-agent mode, of course! The team from Mission: New Baby is back with a new assignment: turn school into a thrilling action adventure! After rendezvousing at the vehicle checkpoint (meeting at the bus stop), young agents will learn to build diplomatic relations (make new friends), conduct fieldwork (explore outside during science class), and develop new lines of communication (learn to read and play music). Chock-full of tips and fun visuals, its bound to get kids excited for their next mission!

Greetings, Special Agent! Youve accepted the mission: youre going to be a big sibling! This is your super-secret guide to training your familys newest recruit. There will be lots to do, like leading physical training (teaching your sibling to walk) and sharing intel (reading together), but we know youre up for the challenge. Best of luck, Agent! This is HQ, signing off. Over and out!

After her mom gives her a disastrous home haircut, a little girl is convinced shell have to wear a hat forever. But a trip to the beauty parlor reassures her that shes not the first person to feel this way, and with a few snips from a professional, shes hat-free and proudly showing off her brand-new do!Reader Level 2: Level 2 is for Progressing Readers who can read longer sentences with simple dialogue. These books offer pictures and context clues, in-depth plot development, and are available in both fiction and nonfiction books.

A Sydney Taylor Book Award 2023 Middle Grade Notable! A Jewish Book Council Award Middle Grade Finalist! The moving true story of how young Ukrainian Jewish piano prodigies Zhanna (alias Anna) and her sister Frina outplayed their pursuers while hiding in plain sight during the Holocaust. A middle grade nonfiction novel-in-verse by award-winning author Susan Hood with Greg Dawson (Zhannas son).She wouldnt be Zhanna. Shed use an alias. A for Anna. A for alive.When the Germans invade Ukraine, Zhanna, a young Jewish girl, must leave behind her friends, her freedom, and her promising musical future at the worlds top conservatory. With no time to say goodbye, Zhanna, her sister Frina, and their entire family are removed from their home by the Nazis and forced on a long, cold, death march. When a guard turns a blind eye, Zhanna flees with nothing more than her musical talent, her beloved sheet music, and her fathers final plea: I dont care what you do. Just live. This incredible true story in-verse about sisterhood, survival, and music is perfect for fans of Lifeboat 12, Inside Out and Back Again, and Alan Gratz.Includes extensive back matter with original letters and photographs, additional information, and materials for further reading. A NERDY BOOK CLUB 2022 BEST NOVEL-IN-VERSE BOOK! A NEW YORK PUBLIC LIBRARY 2022 BEST BOOK FOR KIDS! A CHICAGO PUBLIC LIBRARY BEST INFORMATIONAL BOOKS FOR YOUNGER READERS OF 2022!

A little girl proudly shows off her reading skills as she spends a day out on the town with her mom. Children are sure to be delighted as they read along with the narrator in ths fun, rhyming, easy-to-read story.Reader Level 2: Level 2 is for Progressing Readers who can read longer sentences with simple dialogue. These books offer pictures and context clues, in-depth plot development, and are available in both fiction and nonfiction books.