New Books For
FALL - WINTER 2007

"This is an author who really has his finger on the way kids think."
-- The New York Times


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MORE TEACHERS AND LIBRARIANS RAVE ABOUT TODD'S SCHOOL VISITS:

"I've been involved with six author visits and yours was truly the best. (April 19, 2007) Sue Weaver, Weaver Middle School, Hilliard, OH. (614) 529-7424 Sue_Weaver@hboe.org


"Your workshops are invaluable to the students and help our teachers with their curriculum. (Dec 4, 2006) Beth Figman, Woodcliff Middle School, Woodcliff Lake, NJ (201)-930-1049 beth@thefigmans.com


"We are all so impressed with your ability to engage students at the middle school level. I wish other authors could see the way you make the most of your time with children." - Robin Brillante, English Teacher, Pikesville Middle School, Baltimore, MD 410-887-1207

 


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"Vivid and realistic... fast-paced and revealing." -- School Library Journal

"Heroic, sympathetic, and rational." -- Publishers Weekly

"Teens, especially boys, will be riveted." -- KLIATT

 

BACK IN PRINT - The Accident and The Diving Bell
Two of Todd's most popular novels are now back in print. Order from Amazon or Barnes and Noble or directly from Todd.


THE DIVING BELL

"History, adventure, excitement, and a strong heroine... What more can a reader ask for?" - Voice of Youth Advocates

Culca uses her nimble wits and unflagging bravery to save her brother's life. Female roles and Spanish colonial exploitation of land are the themes." - School Library Journal

THE ACCIDENT

American Bookseller Pick of the Lists

"Weaving together a stern indictment of drunk driving, and serious commentaries on race prejudice in local government and big money influence on the larger plitical scene, Strasser portrays a tough moral dilemma."

 

ON THE BRIDGE
A long time ago Todd wrote a short story that many schools continue to use today. Curious? Click here to read it. Feel free to make copies for your students.

 

THE WAVE and how to order the video
After years of requests, we've finally found a copy of Ron Jones' original essay, The Third Wave. Click here to see it. Also, for information on how to order the video Click here.