Set in a Newark neighborhood during a terrifying polio outbreak, Nemesis is a wrenching examination of the forces of circumstance on our lives.

Bucky Cantor is a vigorous, dutiful twenty-three-year-old playground director during the summer of 1944. A javelin thrower and weightlifter, he is disappointed with himself because his weak eyes have excluded him from serving in the war alongside his contemporaries. As the devastating disease

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When Andy and Sandy first meet at the playground, they are cautious of one another, but soon find a way to become friends.

"When Pete sees that the playground is in bad shape, he gets a totally groovy idea--make a new one! Pete calls in construction workers and cement mixers, backhoes and dump trucks to build the coolest playground ever. But when his plans don't work out, Pete learns that no matter what, you have to dream big"--Back cover.

CoComelon kids JJ and Nina head to the playground. They play together with their friends on the playground equipment. Includes comprehension questions for learning readers.

"A visit to the local play area becomes an exciting adventure thanks to the transforming powers of a child's imagination. Familiar landscapes turn into exotic and mysterious worlds to discover and explore"--Book jacket.

Oscar and Tilly discover that the playground is much more fun if they play together.

In this narrative, the main character, Hunter, learns what it means to be safe on the playground. Readers join Hunter as he interacts with friends and teachers during a spring day outside on the playground. Hunter, as well as young readers and listeners, learns the importance of basic rules, such as waiting your turn and playing safely. The gorgeous illustrations and relatable text are sure make this book a hit with readers.

"Come play hide and seek in the playground. Find somewhere to hide before the count hits 10. Where is the best place to hide? In the bushes? Under the slide? So many places to hide"--Provided by publisher.

"Herbert loves the slide! Climbing up the ladder, sitting himself down, sending Teddy down first--it's all the best part. Herbert imagines sliding down into a magical underwater world and being chased up a mountain by a bear--preschoolers will love Herbert's adventures playing on the slide, and thrill to this first visit to Hippo Park."--from Amazon.com.

"One day, Kamala and Maya had an idea. A big idea: they would turn their empty apartment courtyard into a playground! Based on a true story, this is the uplifting tale of how the author's aunt and mother first learned to persevere in the face of disappointment and turned a dream into reality. This is a story of children's ability to make a difference and of a community coming together to transform their neighborhood."--Jacket.