Adler, David

Cam Jansen series, by David Adler
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Cam Jansen series, by David Adler

Fifth-grader Cam Jansen’s photographic memory helps her solve mysteries.  When she wants to remember something, she focuses on the object or scene, closes her eyes, and says “click.”  This is how Jennifer Jansen got the nickname, Cam, which is short for camera. Cam works with her best friend and detective assistant, Eric Shelton. There are…

Don’t Talk to me About the War, by David Adler
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Don’t Talk to me About the War, by David Adler

The year is 1940.  Growing up in the Bronx, thirteen-year-old Tommy Duncan divides his time between school, friends, and family.  He listens to Brooklyn Dodgers games on the radio, plays stickball after school, and worries about his mother’s declining health.  He doesn’t share his friend Beth’s fascination about the war in Europe.  The war is…

Mo Jackson Sports series, by David Adler
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Mo Jackson Sports series, by David Adler

To say that Mo Jackson loves sports is an understatement!  Unfortunately, Mo isn’t the best player on his football, baseball, basketball, or soccer team.  He’s not the strongest swimmer or runner. His lack of stature and skills keep him on the bench, but one thing Mo doesn’t lack is enthusiasm.  Nothing can crush Mo’s spirit….