Lighthouse (Various)

As a student at an international school, where families join and leave each season, Winter has had a lot of practice at saying goodbye. But some goodbyes are harder than others, especially when she learns her best friend is the one leaving. There are other welcoming students at her school, including a new girl who seems just as lost as Winter feels. But can Winter bear to open herself up to another friendship that might not last? Can she learn how to keep her heart from growing cold? Characterized by exciting, fast-paced plots and age-appropriate themes, Lighthouse's Hi-Lo books are both engaging and easy to read. Short chapters, simple sentence structures, and an accessible format make these books perfect for lower tween reluctant readers. Lighthouse books are written at a 1st- to 2nd-grade reading level with an interest level of ages 7 and up.

Hector is the star pitcher for the West Creek Wild Cats. He loves standing on the mound and sending pitches over home plate. But then a new kid joins the team. Her name is Darcy, and she can pitch just as well as Hector, if not even better. Can Hector overcome his pride for the sake of his team? Characterized by exciting, fast-paced plots and age-appropriate themes, Lighthouse's Hi-Lo books are both engaging and easy to read. Short chapters, simple sentence structures, and an accessible format make these books perfect for lower tween reluctant readers. Lighthouse books are written at a 1st- to 2nd-grade reading level with an interest level of ages 7 and up.

Mason's family is not rich like all the other families in his neighborhood. But Mason doesn't care about money. He cares about having fun with his best friends. This includes playing two-on-two basketball on a public court. Then a new gym opens up in the neighborhood. It has spotless indoor courts . . . and a very high membership fee. Mason's friends eagerly take their games indoors. And Mason is left with one question: How can he maintain his friendships when all his friends are rich? Characterized by exciting, fast-paced plots and age-appropriate themes, Lighthouse's Hi-Lo books are both engaging and easy to read. Short chapters, simple sentence structures, and an accessible format make these books perfect for lower tween reluctant readers. Lighthouse books are written at a 1st- to 2nd-grade reading level with an interest level of ages 7 and up.

Cooper loves solving puzzles and mysteries but has struggled to make friends. So, he sees summer camp as his chance to make a name for himself. When he uses his detective skills to help other campers, it looks like he might have solved the mystery of how to form new friendships. But are Cooper and his group of Summer Camp Sleuths up for solving the curious case of the disappearing marshmallows? Characterized by exciting, fast-paced plots and age-appropriate themes, Lighthouse's Hi-Lo books are both engaging and easy to read. Short chapters, simple sentence structures, and an accessible format make these books perfect for lower tween reluctant readers. Lighthouse books are written at a 1st- to 2nd-grade reading level with an interest level of ages 7 and up.

Lili lives with her family in Paris, France. She plays piano. She argues with her little brother. And she watches German soldiers round up families on the street. All the while, World War II rages across Europe. Then a secret message arrives for Lili's parents. It says the whole family must flee. But soldiers capture her parents on the journey. The two siblings must use all their wits to avoid the soldiers and find their way to safety. But can Lili protect her brother as she promised? Characterized by exciting, fast-paced plots and age-appropriate themes, Lighthouse's Hi-Lo books are both engaging and easy to read. Short chapters, simple sentence structures, and an accessible format make these books perfect for lower tween reluctant readers. Lighthouse books are written at a 1st- to 2nd-grade reading level with an interest level of ages 7 and up.

Bella's life in the big city is fine. Though her mom died last year, she still has her friends. She still has her school. But when Dad's aunt dies, leaving him her house across the country, Dad says it's a sign for them to go home. Bella does not know what he means. The big city is her home. But Dad's decision is final: They're moving to a place called Driftwood Bay. At first, Bella is determined to hate the sleepy seaside town. Then a strange message in a bottle washes up at her feet . . . Characterized by exciting, fast-paced plots and age-appropriate themes, Lighthouse's Hi-Lo books are both engaging and easy to read. Short chapters, simple sentence structures, and an accessible format make these books perfect for lower tween reluctant readers. Lighthouse books are written at a 1st- to 2nd-grade reading level with an interest level of ages 7 and up.