Frank Carlson Library

When teenagers in a California coastal community challenge each other to "jump the Nail"--Leap from dangerous cliffs into the ocean--group pressure and manipulative relationships quickly drive the game out of control.

Rick becomes friends with the popular new boy, Jake Garrett, football player and host of superlative parties, and in the process discovers the true nature of his schoolmates and uncovers the mystery of Jake's past.

When "popular" Tyler is forced to invite "weird" Mackenzie to his party, they're surprised to find how much they have in common. Readers will enjoy this realistic fiction story about an unexpected friendship that explores social themes including acceptance, popularity, and peer pressure. The full-color illustrations, short chapter format, and compelling text build reading comprehension and fluency. This hi-lo reader is ideal for students who need...

As the new kid at school, Jesse knows making friends will be hard. When he gets accepted by the kids sitting at the cool table at lunch, Jesse feels on top of the world. But that feeling doesn't last long when his new friends start pulling mean pranks on other students. Fifth grade students will enjoy this realistic fiction story that features full-color illustrations, compelling text, and chapter format to build reading comprehension, vocabulary,...

It is a known fact that there are as much Introverts as Extroverts in the world, yet the common perception is that Extroverts get the better breaks in the game of success. This is so much farther from the truth: History's greats such as Abraham Lincoln, Mahatma Gandhi and Eleonor Roosevelt just to name a few, all have made their mark in the world. And they are all Introverts. In this book "INTROVERT: How to Boost Confidence and Overcome Social Anxiety",...

Part Hitchcock, part Hinton, this first-ever stand-alone novel from Heather Brewer, New York Times bestselling author of the acclaimed Chronicles of Vladimir Tod series, uses classic horror elements to tell a darkly funny coming-of-age story about the dangerous power of belief and the cost of blind loyalty that Kirkus Reviews called “a slick, spooky, chilling mystery.”

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Seven high school students are stranded at their New England high school during a week-long blizzard that shuts down the power and heat, freezes the pipes, and leaves them wondering if they will survive.

Rose decides to have a sleepover party for her birthday. What she thought was a great idea turns into a nightmare when the two most popular girls in the class declare they won't attend if Rose insists on inviting her best friend, Stacy.

In this easy-to-read e-book for busy parents, Dr Justin Coulson provides simple strategies to guide parents as they work to create confidence in their kids. Using cutting-edge psychological science, and honest, straight-from-the-heart stories that every parent will relate to, you will discover: • The 5 biggest confidence crushers • The 5 best confidence and self-belief boosters • 20 questions to clearly identify your child's view of his/her...

In a world that often tries to define us, "Navigating Society's Pressure: A Guide to Finding Your Path" is your compass to authenticity, self-discovery, and personal fulfillment. This eBook is your essential companion on the journey to embracing your true self and breaking free from the constraints of societal expectations.Do you ever feel the weight of society's expectations pressing down on you, making it challenging to follow your heart and passions?...