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Ela's always wanted a dog and so she's thrilled when her parents get her a puppy. Ela takes her time to choose just the the right kind of dog, but when the puppy goes missing, Ela starts to wonder if she should have chosen a bigger breed. Includes guide notes for teachers, and information on writing a recount. Suggested level: primary.

Collection of stories about situations common in the lives of teenagers such as relationships, families, schools, parties, love, death, thoughts of the future, and even snowboarding. Includes activities designed to encourage readers in the art of close reading. Suggested level: secondary.

Fifty-two writers responded in exactly 100 words to the fine art photography of Meg Boscov to create an anthology of healing visions.

Sam and Paul enter an out-of-bounds area on the ski slopes and get caught in an avalanche. Includes guide notes for teachers and information on writing a narrative. Suggested level: primary.

Hannah thinks she's a cat. Lauren's always in a mood. Ethan's just plain weird. Now this extraordinary family is about to appear on tv.

The teenagers in these stories are going out to live life on their own terms, from family bases that are far from the two parent families of previous generations. Suggested level: intermediate, secondary.

David's parents live apart, and when David goes to visit Dad he has to cope with the fact that Mum won't be coming too. Suggested level: preschool, junior.