Acclaimed author duo Marisa de los Santos and David Tague return with a heartwarming middle grade adventure about two misfits discovering the importance of just being themselves, perfect for fans ofCounting By 7’sandHello Universe.
When thirteen-year-olds Aaron and Audrey meet at a wilderness camp in the desert, they think their quirks are enough to prevent them from ever having friends. But as they trek through the challenging and unforgiving landscape, they learn that they each have what it takes to make the other whole.
Luminous and clever,Connect the Starstakes on some hefty topics of the day—bullying, understanding where you fit in, and learning to live with physical and mental challenges—all in a joyous adventure kids will love!
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Praise for SAVING LUCAS BIGGS: De los Santos and Teague craft a gentle, quiet scifi story where the focus is not on the science&love, nonviolence, and social justice are. The husbandandwife writing team keep the story moving along at a nice clip, so the peaceful message grows naturally out of the action and drama&Give this one to readers who like stories about family, doing the right thing, and standing up to those who dont. -Booklist
Praise for SAVING LUCAS BIGGS: De los Santos and Teague craft a gentle, quiet sci-fi story where the focus is&love, nonviolence, and social justice. Give this one to readers who like stories about family, doing the right thing, and standing up to those who dont. -Booklist
Praise for SAVING LUCAS BIGGS: The authors graceful use of language and fearless exploration of a more spiritual dimension simultaneously comfort and challenge readers, encouraging deep thoughts. This novel makes a good companion for armchair time travelers and budding philosophers alike. -Bulletin of the Center for Childrens Books
Praise for CONNECT THE STARS: A satisfying l#d