Monroe team HMS- MSBA 24-25 Annotated List

What decision does Laura grapple with in her new life situation?

Whether to call 911.

Who does Laura live with after her change in circumstance?

An aunt she barely knows.

What does Laura decide to train after rescuing it?

A therapy dog.

What challenge do Kai and Kishi face as pearl divers?

Kishi has earned her diving cap, but Kai must follow her mother’s guidance to earn hers.

What happens to Kishi while pearl diving?

She is taken by the ghost whale.

What deal does Kai make to rescue Kishi?

A deal with the Dragon King.

What folklore is prominent in Kai's journey?

Japanese mythology.

What significant change occurs in the valley over time?

It transforms from a family cultivation area to a bustling village and eventually a thriving town.

What is Alice skilled at fixing?

Broken homes.

What does Alice discover that complicates her quest to restore the mansion?

Three ghosts with unfinished business.

What does Butternut learn from her experiences with other animals?

The importance of helping others despite her upbringing.

What dilemma does Johannes face in 'The Eyes and the Impossible'?

Confronting changes that disrupt the balance of the park.

What event does Bea struggle with in 'Bea and the New Deal Horse'?

Her family's financial troubles during the Great Depression.

What does Kemi decide to create in 'The Probability of Everything'?

A time capsule to preserve her family's essence.

What challenge do the twins face in 'The Winterton Deception'?

Competing in a spelling bee to uncover family secrets.

What unique bond does Otilla form in 'The Skull'?

A bond with a skull while seeking refuge.

How does Selah's behavior change in 'Good Different'?

She learns to accept her true self after an explosive outburst.

What does Houston struggle with in 'Farther than the Moon'?

Balancing his goal to become an astronaut with caring for his younger brother.

What theme is explored in 'How Old is a Whale?'?

Life spans in the animal kingdom.

What is the significance of the fire in 'The Fire, the Water, and Maudie McGinn'?

It serves as a catalyst for Maudie to confront her home life secrets.

What does Iris confront in 'World Made of Glass'?

The stigmas and truths surrounding her father's AIDS diagnosis.

What mystery does Garnet encounter in 'The Carrefour Curse'?

Her family's magical powers and their connection to Crossroad House.

What does the treasure map represent in the story of Grady and his dad?

An unexpected adventure and the promise of riches.

What challenge does the Wilkins Regional High School girls’ basketball team face?

Lack of proper support and facilities compared to the boys' team.

What true story does 'Impossible Escape' recount?

The survival of two Jewish teenagers during the Holocaust.