In "The Battles," Lisa Papp tells a poignant story about a young girl named Jess who navigates the complexities of childhood and the challenges of growing up. Facing her own battles with insecurities, friendships, and family dynamics, Jess embarks on a journey of self-discovery. Through her experiences, she learns about resilience, empathy, and the importance of standing up for herself and others. The narrative beautifully captures the emotional landscape of youth, illustrating how life’s struggles can lead to growth and understanding. With rich illustrations and heartfelt storytelling, Papp's work resonates deeply with both children and adults. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is part of a book series called American Adventures .

This book is aimed at children at US 3rd grade-6th grade.

This book has been graded for interest at 8-11 years.

There are 88 pages in this book. This book was published in 2013 by Sleeping Bear Press .

American author and illustrator Lisa Papp was inspired by her local library's "Read-to-Dogs" program. "These former shelter dogs are now spending their lives helping children. It's a beautiful thing to watch. " Most of the dogs featured in the book were once living a life on the streets or in shelters. Lisa spent the better part of a year following these wonderful dogs and their dedicated owners.