CHILDREN'S
Released: June 1, 2011
"Readers will be eager for the sequel, so they can learn more about the logic of Chronos time travel and follow the next steps in Shama's fateful journey. (Science fiction. 10-14)"
CHILDREN'S
Released: Aug. 1, 2009
"A stirring, heartwarming tale that made headlines when it happened—and is now, thankfully, preserved on the page for children. (afterword) (Informational picture book. 4-8)"
CHILDREN'S
Released: Oct. 1, 2007
"Those looking for light reading will instead discover a young woman who shuns the digital age, preferring vinyl records to CDs, and who is looking for some meaning in a world she suddenly finds unstable. (Fiction. 12-15)"
Cassie Sullivan is a precocious, spoiled 14-year-old who feels lonely and without hope a year after 9/11.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: Sept. 11, 2006
"Readers will enjoy the references to musicals and classical music, but a list for further listening would have been a nice addition. (Fiction. 8-11)"
CHILDREN'S
Released: Aug. 8, 2005
"Staples brings beautiful, war-torn Afghanistan closer in this affecting, eye-opening novel. (map, author's note, glossary) (Fiction. 12+)"
CHILDREN'S
Released: Aug. 1, 2005
"The Puerto Rican flavor of this lyrical, authentic novella will appeal to urban Latinas especially, but anyone touched by the events of September 11 will relate to Yolanda's story. (Fiction. YA)"
Yolanda's grasp on reality crumbles along with the World Trade Center after her beloved Uncle DJ is injured on September 11.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: May 24, 2005
"Although unusually mature and self-sufficient due to the absence of his do-good parents, Heller has typical insecurities, fears and dreams that are perfectly captured in this hip, urban tale of unlikely friendships. (Fiction. YA)"
Heller Hastings is the intuitive and sensitive protagonist of this unique story set in New York City the summer before September 11, 2001.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: Sept. 11, 2004
"Winter doesn't shy away from depicting the destruction, but it's the sense of shock and loss in the aftermath, of shared grief and compassion, that comes through most strongly and makes the tale so inexpressibly moving. (Picture book. 7+)"
Among the many memorials to 9/11, this small, spare narrative, spun from a true encounter, stands out for the power of its simple words and images.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: Sept. 1, 2003
"Readers of all ages will return to this again and again for its history, adventure, humor, and breathtaking homage to extraordinary buildings and a remarkable man. (Picture book/nonfiction. 5+)"
A spare recounting of Philippe Petit's daring 1974 wire walk between the Twin Towers depicts him as a street performer who defies authority to risk his feat, is arrested, and then sentenced to perform for the children of New York.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: Aug. 1, 2003
"The narrative is notably restrained, eschewing the maudlin and letting the stories tell themselves. (glossary, further reading, Web sites, museum exhibit) (Nonfiction. 8-13)"
The terrorist attacks of 9/11 provide a focus for this photo-documentary on the many ways dogs support and succor humans.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: Sept. 1, 2002
"A first choice for those who want an illustrated overview. (Nonfiction. 8-12)"
Taken from its own coverage of the events of September 11th and their aftermath, New York Times editors have adapted a Young Reader's Edition from their adult title of the same name.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: Sept. 1, 2002
"A teacher's guide will be available online, and a portion of the profits from the anthology will be donated to a scholarship fund for relatives of the victims. (Nonfiction. 12+)"
The title of this timely anthology emphasizes the connection between the 9-11 terrorist attacks and the 911 emergency assistance phone number, offering both teens and adults thoughtful, provocative literature that may help with preliminary discussions and perspective on this difficult subject.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: Aug. 13, 2002
"Not merely a title about one day of terror, Osborne's brief but well-fashioned text stirs the spirit to celebrate a quiet and caring bravery. (historical note) (Picture book. 5-8)"
In response to September 11th, Osborne returned to her story of the legendary 19th-century New York City volunteer firefighter Mose Humphreys (American Tall Tales, 1991) and refashioned it into a stirring picture-book tribute to the 343 firefighters who died on that terrible day.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: Aug. 1, 2002
"Purposeful and honorable. (Picture book. 5-8)"
He was an ordinary mole—digging, tunneling, moving dirt—who loved his family, and was strong, brave, and steady.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: April 1, 2002
"With this gifted writer, they really do. (Poetry. 10+)"
In a collection as rich as the subject, Nye (Come With Me, 2000, etc.) brings together all of her poems about the Middle East, old and new, familiar and unknown.
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