FALL - WINTER 2009
"This is an author who really has his finger on the way kids think." -- The New York Times

At Soundview High School an anonymous blogger is printing the names of kids she wishes would die. Two of Madison Archer's closest friends have disappeared, and there are hints that she may be next.   "Carefully plotted. An impressive number of red herrings will keep readers guessing right up to the satisfying conclusion." -- KIRKUS   "The prolific and ever-popular Strasser has written a reader-friendly suspense novel." -- BOOK LIST   "Strasser's ... gripping plot will keep readers turning pages late into the night." -- SCHOOL LIBRARY JOURNAL

 

RAVES ABOUT TODD'S SCHOOL VISITS:   "Thank you so much for your wonderful presentations at Derby last Wednesday. I've had terrific feedback from both teachers and students. The Writing Workshops were both practical and inspiring. Connie Chapin, our 6th grade English teacher (and Head of the English Department) was very impressed with how you related to the 6th graders at exactly the right level for them. The large presentations in Larson Hall were funny, informative and perfectly tailored to each of the groups you were addressing. I loved the way you mentioned books, that you enjoy, written by other writers. I've had lots of requests from students, teachers and even a parent, for the titles that you mentioned." (October, 2009) Judy Simons, Coordinator of Library Services, Derby Academy, Hingham, MA (781) 749-0746 ext. 57, jsimons@derbyacademy.org   "All of the teachers felt you clearly connected to our students. Your presentation was wonderful and was exactly what middle schools want to hear." (March 2008) Kelly Silwany, Olentangy Middle School, Lewis Center, OH. (740) 657-5330   "What a wonderful day! Thank you for your excellent visit to the Brigantine Public School District! The students raved about the day's activities." (March 2008) Brian Pruitt, Curriculum Coordinator, Brigantine Public Schools, Brignatine, NJ. (609) 266-7062       For readers in grades 4 - 6 For readers in grades 2 - 3 For readers in grades 7 and up   BACK IN PRINT - The Accident and The Diving Bell Two of Todd's most popular novels are now back in print. Order from Amazon or Barnes and Noble or directly from Todd.

THE DIVING BELL   "History, adventure, excitement, and a strong heroine... What more can a reader ask for?" - Voice of Youth Advocates   Culca uses her nimble wits and unflagging bravery to save her brother's life. Female roles and Spanish colonial exploitation of land are the themes." - School Library Journal THE ACCIDENT   American Bookseller Pick of the Lists   "Weaving together a stern indictment of drunk driving, and serious commentaries on race prejudice in local government and big money influence on the larger plitical scene, Strasser portrays a tough moral dilemma."

ON THE BRIDGE A long time ago Todd wrote a short story that many schools continue to use today. Curious? Click here to read it. Feel free to make copies for your students.

THE WAVE and how to order the video After years of requests, we've finally found a copy of Ron Jones' original essay, The Third Wave. Click here to see it. Also, for information on how to order the video Click here.   Todd loves NPR's Car Talk radio show. One day he noticed that at the station break in the middle of the show, Click and Clack always played a different country western song about cars. So Todd wrote a song called "My Mother Was The Other Guy." It was played on show #200641, which probably aired on the 41st Saturday of the year 2006. But you can listen to it here.