Hero # 1 by Jennifer Li Shotz Reading Age : 8 - 12 years 3 book series
Hero , a retired search-andrescue dog , is not prepared for a stray puppy to come into his life . But when he and twelve-year-old Ben find Scout injured and afraid , the new addition leads them down an unexpected and dangerous path . When Scout goes missing , it ’ s up to Hero to use his search-and-rescue skills to find Scout and bring him home . Get ready for a canine adventure full of danger , loyalty and the unbreakable bond between a boy and his best friend .
Ember ( Rescue Dogs # 1 ) by Jane B . Mason & Sarah Hines-Stephens Reading Age : 8 - 12 years Book 1 of 4 : Rescue Dogs
Action and adventure with high stakes and a happy ending -- and dogs ! After Ember is rescued from a devastating house fire , she longs for a forever home . But every family that adopts the yellow Lab puppy brings her back , saying she is untrainable , has too much energy or is just plain destructive . After three failed placements , young Ember is out of options .
The Sterling family runs a ranch that turns rescued dogs into rescue dogs . They ’ re willing to take a chance on the young Lab , not knowing that Ember ’ s first rescue will test her skills and strength beyond imagination .
Paws of Courage : True Tales of Heroic Dogs that Protect and Serve
by Nancy Furstinger Reading Age : 10 - 14 years
Modern wars recruit more than just human soldiers . Our canine companions also serve in the line of duty and under fire , whether helping police protect our home turf or accompanying soldiers on missions abroad . Readers will cheer for the hero dogs featured in this collection , profiled with stunning photos and inspiring tales of bravery , friendship , heroism and devotion . Their touching stories are sure to inspire animal lovers everywhere .
Stories for Kids Who Dare to Be Different : True Tales of Amazing People Who Stood Up and Stood Out
by Ben Brooks , Quinton Winter ( Illustrator ) Reading Age : 8 - 12 years
The follow-up to Ben Brooks ’ s New York Times bestselling Stories for Boys Who Dare to Be Different , this book offers more extraordinary true stories of amazing people who broke the mold and changed the world for the better . The resulting message ? Be yourself , and your dreams might come true .
With the help of Quinton Winter ’ s striking full-color illustrations , Brooks offers an accessible compilation of 76 famous and not-so-famous influencers from the past to the present day , every single one of them a rule-breaker and stereotype-smasher in his or her own way . Entries include Emma Gonzalez , Andy Warhol , Bjork , Hans Christian Andersen , Sally Ride and so many more -- heroes from all walks of life and from all over the world .
Never Too Young !: 50 Unstoppable Kids Who Made a Difference
by Aileen Weintraub & Laura Horton Reading Age : 8 - 12 years
Anyone — no matter how young — can make a difference ! Meet 50 incredible kids who had a positive impact in their communities . . . and the world . From Picasso , who changed the art world forever , to Malala Yousafzai , the brave teen who was shot for advocating education for girls , the 50 kids profiled in Never Too Young ! will inspire and empower young readers . Some , like Anne Frank , Ruby Bridges and Stevie Wonder , are prominent figures , while others who are lesser known though their achievements are just as compelling . They come from a variety of historical periods and backgrounds , and have made an impact in politics , sports , the arts , science , and more .
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