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Catch Rider
Jennifer H. Lyne
Sid, a fourteen-year-old from a poor background, dreams of becoming a catch rider. With her Uncle Wayne's help, she navi
Ages 12–18
Dragonfly's Tale
Kristina Rodanas
When a poor harvest threatens their community, two brave Zuni children seek the Corn Maidens' blessings, guided by a spe
Ages 4–11
Where in the World is the Perfect Family?
Amy Hest
Cornie, twelve, grapples with her parents' divorce and a new baby half-sister. With her best friend Megan, she finds a p
Ages 8–12
Aunt Flossie's Hats (and Crab Cakes Later)
Elizabeth Fitzgerald Howard
Sara and Susan love visiting their Great-Aunt Flossie, who shares captivating stories from her past, each one sparked by
Ages 4–8
America's Vietnam War: A Narrative History
Elizabeth Becker
Explore America's complex involvement in the Vietnam War, from its beginnings to the final withdrawal. This narrative hi
Ages 9–14
Thanksgiving at Our House
Wendy Watson
Join a bustling family as they prepare a grand Thanksgiving feast, welcome visiting relatives, and share in the joy of t
Ages 4–11
Albert the Running Bear #2
Albert the Running Bear's Exercise Book
Barbara Isenberg, Marjorie Jaffe
Albert the Running Bear discovers the joy of exercise when a friend convinces him to try a new routine. This book outlin
Ages 4–11
The Chimpanzee Kid
Ron Roy
Harold feels like an outsider until a new boy shares his passion for animal rights. Together, they embark on a daring, s
Ages 8–11
A Young Patriot: The American Revolution as Experienced by One Boy
Jim Murphy
This compelling chapter book brings the American Revolution to life, recounting the daily misery, boredom, confusion, te
Ages 4–11
Singing Hands
Delia Ray
In 1940s Alabama, Gussie, a minister's daughter, is sent to help at the School for the Deaf as punishment for her misdee
Ages 4–11
Karen Kepplewhite is the World's Best Kisser
Eve Bunting
Thirteen-year-old Karen is determined to be ready for her first kiss with Mark, the biggest hunk in seventh grade. With
Ages 8–11
Spider Boy
Ralph J. Fletcher
Seventh grader Bobby Ballenger struggles to adjust after moving a thousand miles from home. He retreats into his world o
Ages 9–13
Jacques and Spock #1
Jacques and Spock
David Michael Slater
Jacques and Spock, a pair of orange sock brothers, are accidentally separated during laundry day. Jacques finds himself
Ages 4–11
The Good Liar
Gregory Maguire
In 1941, French brothers Marcel, Pierre, and René enjoy a summer of fishing and games of 'biggest liar.' When German sol
Ages 4–11
The Holiday Handbook
Carol Barkin, Elizabeth James
This engaging handbook delves into secular holidays throughout the year, detailing their historical origins, diverse obs
Ages 4–11
The Greedy Old Fat Man An American Folk Tale
Paul Galdone
In this lively American folktale, a perpetually hungry man gobbles up animals and even children. It's up to a quick-thin
Ages 4–11
John Burroughs The Sage of Slabsides
Ginger Wadsworth
This photobiography chronicles John Burroughs' journey from a Catskill farm boy to a renowned naturalist, author, and ad
Ages 4–11
Hey, Hay! A Wagonful of Funny Homonym Riddles
Marvin Terban
This delightful collection of riddles uses homonyms to create hilarious and challenging word puzzles. Arranged by diffic
Ages 4–11
Easter Mice!
Bethany Roberts
Join four adorable mice as they celebrate Easter with a fun-filled egg hunt. This rhyming story captures the joy of spri
Ages 4–8
Jim Hedgehog's Supernatural Christmas
Russell Hoban
When a monster from his favorite holiday film crawls out of the television, Jim Hedgehog must bravely face the creature.
Ages 4–11
On Camera: The Story of a Child Actor
Joan Hewett
Follow eight-year-old Philip Waller through the fascinating world of child acting. Text and photographs capture his expe
Ages 4–11
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Okay for Now
Gary D. Schmidt
Doug Swieteck, a 14-year-old, moves to a new town in 1968, burdened by his family's reputation. He discovers an unlikely
Ages 10–14
Out of the Wilderness
Deb Vanasse
Fifteen-year-old Josh is forced to live in the Alaskan wilderness, where his desire for city life clashes with his half-
Ages 9–13
Wait Till Helen Comes: A Ghost Story
Mary Downing Hahn
Molly and Michael resent their new stepsister Heather, but when Heather befriends a lonely ghost child, they must overco
Ages 8–11
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