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Kansas NEA Reading Circle Catalog

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KNEA members serve on the Kansas State Reading Circle to read and screen all of the best children’s literature published each year. Since 1926 KNEA has published a list of books by reading level as a service for school librarians and classroom teachers. For printed versions of the catalog, contact KNEA Reading Circle at readingcircle@knea.org

 

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Author		Levels	Primary or PreK-2
Title			Intermediate or gr 3-5
Year			Middle School/Jr High or gr 6-8
			High school & above or gr 9-12+
		Other	William Allen White Award Winner
			Kansas Themed Book

KNEA Reading Circle Catalog

A+ Custodian, The The students and teachers at Dublin Elementary School make banners, posters, and signs for their school custodian to show how much they appreciate him and all the work he does.

1, 2, Buckle my Shoe Very simple, "quilt illustrated" of the old familiar rhyme. Bright and colorful use of buttons and thread.

1001 Kansas Place Names An alphabetical listing of 1,067 Kansas locales with spelling, pronunciations, name origin, post office dates and population figures for each entry. Anecdotes for each location are included with historical background and some geological information.

1001 Kansas Place Names An alphabetical listing of 1,067 Kansas locales with spelling, pronunciations, name origin, post office dates and population figures for each entry. Anecdotes for each location are included with historical background and some geological information.

1001 Kansas Place Names An alphabetical listing of 1,067 Kansas locales with spelling, pronunciations, name origin, post office dates and population figures for each entry. Anecdotes for each location are included with historical background and some geological information.

1001 Kansas Place Names An alphabetical listing of 1,067 Kansas locales with spelling, pronunciations, name origin, post office dates and population figures for each entry. Anecdotes for each location are included with historical background and some geological information.

100-year-old Secret, The A fast-paced, entertaining mystery as Sherlock's great-great-great grandchildren receive Sherlock Holmes' unsolved casebook. They set out to solve the cases starting with the mystery of a prized painting that vanished more than a hundred years ago.

11 Birthdays Amanda and Leo were born just minutes apart in the same hospital. After spending their first ten birthdays together, a misunderstanding makes them repeat their 11th birthday over until they get it right.

11 Birthdays After celebrating their first nine same-day birthdays together, Amanda and Leo, having fallen out on their tenth and not speaking to each other for the last year, prepare to celebrate their eleventh birthday separately but peculiar things begin to happen as the day of their birthday begins to repeat itself over and over again.

14 Cows For America This is an excellent story about the gift from Kenya after 9-11. The pictures are absolutely beautiful.

1776: A New Look at Revolutionary Williamsburg This book is a "new look" at Colonial Williamsburg - with a high concern for the common people and their everyday tasks. Much research has taken place in this recent re-building of Williamsburg, with particular attention given to slaves, women, and children - which are groups for which there is little documentation.

1862 Fredericksburg: A New Look at a Bitter Civil War Battle This book explores how important location was during the Civil War. General Robert E. Lee's most one-sided battle, the battle of Fredericksburg, is explored as well and brought to life with several sources including a slave diary and reenactment photos.

1nf1n1ty The action never stops in this dystopian trilogy conclusion to the Numbers series. Adam, Sarah, and baby Mia are living together and struggling with the fame brought by his knowing when others will die. Told in Adam and Sarah's alternating voices, fans

42 Miles Ever since she was a baby JoEllen has led two separate lives; one as Ellen in the city during the week and one as Joey with her dad in the country on weekends. Told in poems, JoEllen decides for her thirteenth birthday she will join the two lives and become herself.

42 Miles As her thirteenth birthday approaches, JoEllen decides to bring together her two separate lives - one as Joey, who enjoys weekends with her father and other relatives on a farm, and another as Ellen, who lives with her mother in a Cincinnati apartment near her school and friends.

43 Old Cemetery Road: Dying to Meet You First book in the 43 Old Cemetery Road Series. Packed with puns and humor, the story is told through letters. A children's book author, I. B. Grumply, rents a house while he is writing a book only to find out an 11-year-old boy, a cat, and a ghost also occupy it.

8th Grade Super Zero Reggie earned the nickname "Pukey" during a disastrous incident at a school assembly. When Reggie gets involved at a local homeless shelter, he is inspired to run for school office on a platform that encourages students in his school to become more actively involved in community service. This novel is for readers who are looking for realistic fiction with a focus on social responsibility.

A Book for Black-Eyed Susan Through the beauty, as well as horrible realities of historical fiction, we learn of the hardships faced by the pioneers who traversed the country to settle either in California to seek gold, or Oregon to farm. Black-eyed Susan is born on the trail, and sister Cora fashions a book for her so that she may know of her beginnings. Cora and her father move on to Oregon while Aunt Alma takes Susan on to California. Cora becomes a teacher and is blessed to find her little sis.

A Child's Day/an alphabet of play Very simple alphabet book with great illustrations of action verbs.

A Christmas Spider's Miracle This Ukrainian folktale is retold and refreshed in this tale of compassion and kindness that reveals the true spirit of Christmas. The story features a sort of parallel of a poor peasant woman and a mother spider caring for her family, weaving together their quests to provide for their families...the Mother cutting a tree for a Christmas surprise for her Children; choosing the exact tree where the spider has spun a web for her family providing shelter. The morning surprise is a Christmas miracle! A downloadable teacher's guide is available.

A Difficult Boy In Farmington, Massachusetts in 1839, nine-year-old Ethan experiences hardships as an indentured servant of the wealthy Lyman family alongside Daniel, a boy scorned simply for being Irish, and the boys bond as they try to right a terrible wrong.

A Foot in the Mouth: Poems to Speak, Sing, and Shout These 38 poems are fantastic read-alouds. Poems are organized by type, including tongue twisters, poems for two and three voices, bilingual poems, and limericks. Illustrations are done in bright but soft watercolors, ink, and torn paper which marvelously enhance each piece.

A Home for Pearl Squirrel One of four books in the Solomon Raven series. Pearl Squirrel, proud of her first nest, decides to invite her forest friends for a housewarming party, but she is disappointed when her new home fails to meet their approval until wise Solomon Raven helps her understand that different creatures need different types of houses. The books in the series are: A Home for Pearl Squirrel, Lewis Cardinal's First Winter, Cinnamon & the April Shower, and Mason Moves Away.

A is for Anaconda: A Rainforest Alphabet This is a full-color tour of a rainforest - from A to Z. Each alphabet letter focuses on one or two features in the exposition and also has a four-line poem as a topic guide.

A Isn't for Fox: An Isn't Alphabet This book is not the usual alphabet book. The book shows correct and silly letters for the alphabet. This is a delightful book to teach rhyme and vocabulary through wonderful illustrations.

A Map of the Known World Being the sister of "the boy who died in the car crash" makes it even harder for 14-year-old Cora to cope with grief and a new school. Art becomes her escape and leads her to Damian, her brother's best friend. Through Damian, Cora is able to see and understand a part of her brother no one ever knew - the secret cache of his art. Together they begin to heal and help her parents in the process.

A Maze Me: poems for girls This soothing little book of poems seems to sum up what's right or could be right with life. It's a message to observe and enjoy each day; pay attention and dream. Nye encourages readers and would-be writers to write three lines down in a notebook each day. They don't have to be connected, but in looking back you make connections. This book connects.

A Monster Calls Conor watches as his mother is dying of cancer. He is overcome with grief, anger, isolation, helplessness, and a recurring nightmare too terrible to think about. Then, at night, he is visited by a very real monster in the form of a yew tree that wants the truth from Conor. This book tackles the toughest of subjects and meets the truth about life head-on with compassion, bravery, and insight.

A Nation's Hope: The Story of Boxing Legend Joe Louis This beautifully illustrated documentation of the historic boxing match between Joe Louis and German Max Schmeling just before the start of World War II shows how it brought Americans together - no matter what color. In verse, this story flashbacks to Joe's early life and his preparation for this amazing fight.

A New Brother or Sister Learn all about what to expect when a new family member is born. A good choice for students who will be getting a new sibling.

A Pet for Miss Wright A lonely writer, Miss Wright, needs a pet to keep her company. But finding the right pet is no easy task. As the happy ending to her story, Miss Wright finds not only the perfect pet, but also the perfect helper to her work.

A Place for Fish A fascinating nonfiction book filled with fish facts and beautiful and colorful acrylic illustrations that show underwater, shorelines, and sea scenes.

A Season of Gifts In Richard Peck's own grand way, the characters in this book come to life. The reader is in the midst of Mrs. Dowdel and Bob's family as they survive a year in a small Illinois town in 1958. The strong brings on laughter and tears - sometimes at the same time - as we glimpse into this "all too real" tale.

A Storm Called Katrina This heartwarming story is based on Hurricane Katrina and the adventures of a young boy and his family who are forced to leave home and end up in the Superdome. Father becomes separated from mother and the boy but finds them when the boy plays his beloved cornet and father hears it.

A Tale Dark and Grimm Hansel and Gretel walk out of their own story and into eight other classic Grimm fairy tales. A colorful narrator leads us through encounters with witches, warlocks, dragons, and other Grimm-inspired creatures.

A Tale Dark and Grimm Hansel and Gretel walk out of their own story and into eight other classic Grimm fairy tales. A colorful narrator leads us through encounters with witches, warlocks, dragons, and other Grimm-inspired creatures.

A Taste for Red Stephanie insists on wearing black, eating only red foods, sleeping under her bed, and being called Svetlana. Is she turning into a vampire? Her science teacher might now the answer, but has a vile odor, an evil smile, and talks to Svetlana telepathically.

A Walk With Grandpa A beautifully written book with simple text demonstrating the love between a grandfather and his granddaughter. They take a walk through the woods and play a word game of comparing contrasting words.

A Whiff of Pine, A Hint of Skunk: A Forest of Poems A collection of poems about animals that live in the forest. Some poems are written for fun, while others are informative. Beautiful watercolor drawings enhance the text.

A Wild Father's Day To celebrate Father's Day, a creative Dad and his kids act like wild animals all day long. The family is cleverly illustrated as the wild animals they are depicting.

A World of Colors This is an elegant photographic picture book which encourages readers to go beyond finding color in expected places to the surprising places and their own surroundings. Perfect for art classes and writing prompts.

Aaron Rodger and the Green Bay Packers Part of a set,

Abandon Pierce seems to be living out a modern day version of Persephone. However, Hades is a hunky young man named John Hayden who keeps bringing death and mayhem to those around Pierce. This mixture of romance and fantasy is the first in a series.

Abbie in Stitches Beautifully illustrated story about a young girl in the 1800s who would rather read than learn to embroider to make a sampler, which is expected of all young girls. Abbie conquers the sampler while letting everyone know what she really prefers doing.

Abby's Asthma and the Big Race Abby was determined to run in the big race at the fair despite having asthma. Even with all her best efforts, will asthma keep Abby from reaching her goal?

Abner & Me Read the sixth book of Baseball Card Adventure series to find out if Abner Double Day, a Civil War general, invented the game of baseball or is it a myth? Joey continues his time travel adventures landing himself in the middle of the Battle of Gettysburg. Author's note: This book contains more violent scenes than my previous books. It may not be suitable for younger readers.

About Habitats: Mountains Simple text explains what mountains are and how wildlife survives different types of mountains. An afterword and glossary provide more detailed information.

About Penguins Very simple informative text about penguins with lots of additional information in the afterword at the back. One in the "About…." series of books.

About Rodents Illustrated by John Sill. When you think of rodents, think of more than just mice. This easy-to-read and beautifully illustrated book will explain what rodents are and entertain you with facts that will make you want to find out more.

Abraham Lincoln Comes Home Illustrated by Wendell Minor. Simple historical fiction book detailing the events Lincoln's funeral train took carrying his body back home to Illinois for burial.

Absolutely Positively Not A coming out story. Steven deals with being gay and confides in his friend, a girl, who blabs it the next day at school. Funny, fast paced and easy read.

Accidents of Nature Jean, a girl with cerebral palsy, is mainstreamed at a regular school. Her first exposure to other handicapped young people comes at Camp Courage, or “Crimp Camp” as her new friend Sara calls it. Sara presents a very different perspective about the life of a handicapped person.

Accomplice How can you stand out as someone special to potential colleges? Chloe and Finn hatch a plan to fake Chloe's disappearance to gain attention. They hide her in Finn's grandmother's basement. Things begin to fall apart and no one could foresee the consequences of this "sick joke." See what happens eleven days into their plan!

Across the Blue Pacific: A World War II Story Molly and her brother Sam are attending Beechwood Elementary School and their next door neighbor, Ted, is far away serving aboard the USS Albacore. On his leave he builds a snowsailor with her and teaches her how to polish her Sunday shoes. Molly writes many letters to Ted during her fourth grade year and keeps track of his whereabouts on a huge map her class paints. Large water color illustrations and easy to read text make this an interesting way to read about history.

Across the Universe During a 300 year voyage to a new planet to colonize, Amy is mysteriously unplugged and re-animated from her cryogenic storage. She is now caught inside a world where she finds the ship's crew has forgotten the original mission and they're endangering the entire ship and it's frozen voyagers.

Adam Canfield of the Slash While serving as co-editors of their school newspaper, middle-schoolers Adam and Jennifer uncover fraud and corruption in their school and in the city's government.

Addicted to Her High-school junior, Rafa, comes from a poor Latino family and it's important to get a wrestling scholarship for college, but he just can't tear himself way from his no-good, gorgeous girlfriend. Monique captivates him, however, and he abandons his values of hard work. With strong characters and thought-provoking themes, readers will be captivated, although Rafa's realization about Monique may not come soon enough for some readers.

Adios, Oscar!: A Butterfly Fable Oscar the caterpillar meets Bob the monarch butterfly who is migrating to Mexico. Oscar wants to be like Bob and is shocked when he doesn't grow beautiful wings. However, he is still determined to follow his dream and go to Mexico.

Adoration of Jenna Fox, The What would you do if you were seventeen-years-old and just woke up from a coma? This is the situation Jenna finds herself in. Why have her parents moved to a new state? Why are the old family movies not recollecting her memory? How far should the science and ethics of cloning go. The book raises these questions and more as readers find out what the future may hold.

Adventures of Sir Lancelot the Great, The Sir Lancelot arrives in King Arthur's court and becomes known as Sir Lancelot the Great after his many adventures in England. A great book for reluctant readers along with being a great read aloud.

Adventures of Thor, the Thunder God Adventures of Thor the Thunder God, the biggest, strongest and bravest Norse god. Each chapter-length adventure stars another god that Thor gets the best of.

Adventurous Deeds of Deadwood Jones Two young cowboys get themselves jobs with a cattle driving company and the journey begins. Between scrapes with fate and nature, the characters find adventure at every turn whether fighting rivers or protecting their camps in the dark.

African Animal Alphabet Awesome photos of African animals make this an excellent choice for your collection. Great information with "did you know" facts on each page of this alphabet book.

After Fitting the new crave for anything apocalyptic, After compiles nineteen stories from best-selling authors all with the theme of life after the world as we know it ends. From zombies and monsters to plagues and governments, these tales are sure to chill y

After Devon Davenport is the All-American teen, not the type of girl to get pregnant and definitely not the type to dispose of her baby in the trash! Devon is in complete denial of her situation and as the police investigation unfolds, she begins to come to grips with the horror of her actions. Efaw creates a sympathetic character in an unsympathetic situation.

After Ever After Jeffrey has been cancer-free for over five years and is now in eighth grade. In a year of emotional and physical challenges, anguish, humor, and love, Jeffrey learns to depend on himself and live life to the fullest. This intense first-person novel of survival is a solid stand-alone novel that will leave an emotional, uplifting impression on readers.

After the Wreck Jenna, 15, believes that she caused the auto accident that killed her beloved mother and after rehab is sent to liver with her maternal aunt. Life is hard for Jenna; she gets mixed up with the wrong friends and makes stupid choices. However, there is one of her new “bad news” friends who helps her. This is sure to be popular.

Aftermath, The Cecilia never thought the apocalypse would happen, but three days after Christmas she is completely caught off-guard. Desperately trying to be happy she is alive, this heroine struggles with other survivors to put back the pieces of her life. Sara Miche

Aftershocks Jessie, daughter of a prominent San Francisco physician, searches the streets of Chinatown for answers when a chance encounter reveals a shocking secret. Story of family, love, and history.

Age of the Gunfighter A well-documented picture book of guns, gunslingers, and lawmen sure to delight any western history buff.

Ahwooooo! Illustrated by Claudio Munoz. Little Wolf is searching for his own voice. He makes several unsuccessful attempts to mimic the sounds of other animals. Love finally leads him to the one who can help in this warm generational story illustrated in soft water colors.

Ain't Nobody a Stranger to Me A little girl's grandfather tells her of his travels through the underground railroad and how he carried apple seeds to freedom. He is so content and blessed he doesn't see a stranger.

Airball: my life in briefs Uncoordinated Kansas seventh-grader Kirby Nickel braves his coach's ire and becomes captain of the basketball team in order to help him prove that NBA star Brett McGrew is the father he has never known.

Airman This extraordinary adventure story set in the era when people were just beginning to realize that flying might really be possible is an impossible-to-put down story that will appeal to all. A top pick!

Al Capone Does My Shirts A twelve-year-old boy named Moose moves to Alcatraz Island in 1935 when guards’ families were housed there, and has to contend with his extraordinary new environment in addition to life with his autistic sister.

Al Capone Shines My Shoes In the Newbery Honor-winning Al Capone Does My Shirts (2004), 12-year-old Moose Flanagan, who lives on Alcatraz in 1935, appeals to inmate 85 to get his autistic sister, Natalie, into a special school. In this follow-up, it’s payback time. “Scarface,” whom Moose finally meets, is much more present here, and it turns out that Natalie’s benefactor (the famous gangster) wasn’t just being a nice guy when he offered his help. He expected favors in return, and now, Natalie is an unsuspecting, potential accomplice in a dramatic prisoner escape attempt.

Alabama Moon Moon has spent most of his life in a shelter in the forest with his father; Pap has educated him in both academics and survival skills. When Moon’s father dies, Moon follows his father’s last instructions: to travel to Alaska to find others like themselves.

Albert Einstein: Scientist and Genius One of a series on famous Americans. Each book includes a glossary, index, timeline, fun facts and other resources. Other titles in the series include: George Washington Carver, Cesar Chavez, Amelia Earhart, Soujourner Truth, Martha Washington, Susan B. Anthony, Frederick Douglas, Thomas Edison, and Harriet Tubman.

Albert the Fix-It Man Illustrated by Julie Paschkis. A helpful fix-it man cheerfully helps all the people around him. When he gets sick, all those he's helped come together to help him feel better again.

Alexander Hamilton: The Outsider Cradle to grave life biography of founding father, Alexander Hamilton, divided into sections described by his roles as a scholar, soldier, statesman, etc.

Alexandra Hopewell, Labor Coach Alexandra's class is doing a family life project with real eggs. The fifth graders are supposed to show their responsibility by taking care of the assigned egg as if it were a baby. Alex has broken three eggs so far and her "husband" in the project, Reese, provokes her into breaking a fourth. Alex's mother is having a baby so Alex tells the class that that will be her project--being her mother's labor coach. Alex's hard-to-please teacher doesn't understand or doesn't seem to want to. It's an exciting story that will appeal.

Alfie the Apostrophe Alfie the Apostrophe overcomes his insecurities when he shows off his abilities at the Punctuation Talent Show.

Alfred Nobel: The Man Behind the Peace Prize Larger than life illustrations of Alfred Nobel demonstrate his larger than life impact, first with his invention - dynamite - and then with his legacy - the Nobel Peace Prize. This book connects Nobel's ideals and creative genius to his prizes for ideals and creative genius. Picture book biography.

Algeria, Enchantment of the World Focus is more on the details about the nations’ different ethnic groups, environmental issues and wildlife and information about the current political situation rather than major events or people. Books contain full-color photographs, statistics, time lines and Web sites. The current information makes them accessible and useful for reports.

Alice in the Know Alice continues growing up in the 21st book of the Alice series as she relates the events of the summer before her junior year in high school. As always Naylor doesn’t shy away from tough issues facing teens—humiliation in being tricked into revealing personal info on the computer, being fired from her summer job because of a mistake, defending her friends, dealing with a friend with cancer, etc. It’s another winner.

Alice on her Way Alice is getting used to a new stepmother, her brother's new apartment, her ex-boyfriend, and getting a driver's license.

Alien on a Rampage David spends adventure-filled summers at his grandmother's Pacific NW Intergalactic Bed & Breakfast - a vacation hot spot for aliens. But this summer isn't quite what he was expecting as he uncovers a plot to destroy the Earth.

Alive and Well in Prague, New York Living in a small podunk town in upstate New York has Mattise Osgood in a constant state of funk. Leaving midtown Manhattan is hard to do for such a city girl who is used to museums and chic used clothing stores. But her artist parents feel that the slower-paced environment will be better for Mattise's father, who is struggling with Parkinson's Disease. Mattise was able to hide from the harsh realities of her father's debilitation in the city; it is not as easy in a much smaller town where everyone seems to know your business. Accepting the kindness of real friends seems to be hard for Mattise, but learning to open up also opens the door for other wonderful possibilities.

Alive in the Killing Fields: Surviving the Khmer Route Genocide This is a sobering autobiography of children growing up in war-torn Cambodia. It details the troubled life of families surviving the attacks of the Khmer Rouge and focuses on the escape of one nine-year-old boy. This is a short but emotional read.

All Aboard the Dinotrain Dinosaurs have an adventurous train ride. Fantastical fiction combines dinosaurs with trains.

All Aboard to Work - Choo-Choo! This cumulative rhyming story tells of the many parents commuting to work for the jobs they do during the day, and then coming home at night to the families they love. The vibrant, animal illustrations will appeal to young children.

All About Marsupials An easy non-fiction book about marsupials with terrific artwork.

All of the above Four urban middle school students, their teacher and other community members relate how a school project to build the world’s largest tetrahedron affects the lives of everyone involved.

All Star! Honus Wagner and the Most Famous Baseball Card Ever A biography of Major League shortstop Honus Wagner who played for more than 20 seasons. He was the son of German immigrants who went from working in the coal mines to playing in the majors.

All the Broken Pieces Two years after being airlifted out of Vietnam in 1975, Matt Pin is haunted by the terrible secret he left behind and, now, in a loving adoptive home in the United States, a series of profound events forces him to confront his past.

All the Broken Pieces: A Novel in Verse Two years after being airlifted out of Vietnam in 1975, Matt Pin is haunted by the terrible secret he left behind and, now, in a loving adoptive home in the United States, a series of profound events forces him to confront his past.

All the Lovely Bad Ones: a Ghost Story Banned from summer camp because of their previous actions, twelve-year-old Travis and his younger sister Corey have been sent to spend the summer at their aunt's Vermont bed and breakfast inn. When the pair discover that the inn is supposed to be haunted, they decide to "haunt" the inn with a few pranks, but their scheme works too well. They wake up the real ghosts, and then trouble really begins. Both humorous and mildly creepy.

All the Stars in the Sky he Santa Fe Trail Diary of Florrie Mack Ryder. Dear America series. Florrie begins her diary as she, her younger brother, mother and stepfather start their trip from Arrow Rock, Missouri. They encounter many adventures and hardships along the Santa Fe Trail. Includes many stops in Kansas on the Santa Fe Trail.

All We Know of Heaven They look alike, they dress alike, they share the same friends. A horrible car crash kills one and leaves the other brain injured. One set of parents grieve while the other sits at the bedside until they find out the hospital has mixed up the identities.

Allie Finkles Rules for Girls: Moving Day This is a totally charming book. Allie is hilarious. She faces all the problems and insecurities of most young girls, but stands up for what she believes in.

Allie Finkle's Rules for Girls: the New Girl Faced with a new school, being the new girl is not easy, especially since one of the girls in Allie's new class, Rosemary, doesn't like her. Everyone has an opinion on how Allie should handle the situation, but what rule should Allie follow?

Almost Astronauts: 13 Women Who Dared to Dream These women trained for space flight - proving women were smart enough and strong enough to do the job - but the prejudice of men kept them grounded. They laid the groundwork that took over 20 years before NASA allowed women in the space program.

Alone in the World The author reveals daily lives of orphans. She begins with Sam Arcus and his siblings being left at an orphanage in 1729. An afterword detailing the later lives of some of the children included makes a satisfying conclusion to this fascinating account.

Alpha Bravo Charlie: the Military Alphabet This is a different kind of alphabet book. Using the military alphabet symbols the reader is taken through the alphabet with colorful illustratoins of military equipment and personnel. Each letter has the Navy signal flag on the page and a sentence using at least one word beginning with the letter. A throughly enjoyable book for anyone.

Alphabet of Dreams Mitra and Babak are children of royalty, yet must hide and life as beggars until Mitra discovers her little brother has a talent for dream interpretation. Soon they are hunted for Babak’s talent, but find relative safety traveling in a caravan with the Magi, who are looking for a bright star that has been reveled to them.

Also Known as Harper A heartbreaking story of a family down on their luck, a remarkable mother who holds them together, and a young girl with hope.

Also Known as Harper Writing poetry helps fifth-grader Harper Lee Morgan cope with her father’s absence, being evicted, and having to skip school to care for her brother while their mother works, and things look even brighter after she befriends a mute girl and a kindly disabled woman.

Always in Trouble Toby is a mischievous pooch who finds different trouble to get into each day of the week. Even several sessions of obedience school don't "tame" him. The fun cut out at the end of the story shows Toby reverting to his naughty behavior. It makes a great read-aloud but the details in the cartoon-like illustrations make it perfect for individual reading too.

Always Remember Me Rachel wanted to know what was in Oma's (grandma) secret album. One day Oma thought she was old enough to hear the family's sad survival through World War II.

Amaranth Enchantment, The Orphaned at age five, Lucinda, now fifteen, stands with courage against the man who took everything from her, aided by a thief, a clever goat, and a mysterious woman called the Witch of Amaranth, while the prince she knew as a child prepares to marry, unaware that he, too, is in danger.

Amazing Flight of Darius Frobisher, The Darius has a good life with his absent-minded, much loved housekeeper until his dad goes away and does not return. Lawyers take him away from Miss Hastings and he goes to live with his cranky, miserable aunt. He lives in her dark, damp basement and discovers there an old rusty bicycle. The magic begins!! Storyteller, author Bill Harley spins an amazing story.

Amazing Harry Kellar, The Many people today have never heard of Harry Kellar, but he was the "Father of Magic" in the U.S. Kellar was a good friend and mentor to Houdini and a great performer who astounded audiences around the world.

Amazing story of Adolphus Tips, The The disappearance of Adolphus, the family cat, prompts Lily and her family to befriend Adie, a lonely Black American GI when he rescues the cat after it wanders into the area where Allied troops are practicing for D-Day. Now fifty years later, a chance encounter between Harley-riding grandmother Lily and Adie, prompts Lily to share her childhood experiences with her twelve-year-old grandson so that he will understand the life-changing decisions Lily and Adie make after their chance reunion.

Amazing Waterfrogs From the Amphibiana Series, water frogs are beautifully displayed in full-color photos, as well as information about the life cycles from egg to adult along with their habits. Ideas for preventing extinction and sites for further information are given.

Amazing Whales Photos by Wildlife Conservation Society. Thompson's large well spaced text engages readers with information describing size, how they breathe, how they catch their food, how they communicate, their behaviors, and efforts to protect endangered species. Author makes use of age appropriate comparisons and imagery and large full color photographs. Makes a great addition to easy reading section where nonfiction titles may be scarce. Part of I Can Read series.

America through the Lens Through the experiences of a diverse group of photographers, readers may gain knowledge of some of the important social causes of our country's history. The author provides biographical information about each photographer as well as the impact his or her photography had on American society. Of the eleven photographers researched, five were women.

American Flag, The This entertaining book about the American Flag offers surprising facts. Each page could be used to explore multiple text features. Exceptional pictures and easy to read text on every page make this book eye-catching.

American Shorthairs: Pioneers The book gives surprising facts about cat's history, its physical appearance, and its personality. Beautiful photos of the of the American Shorthairs will delight any cat lover. Part of the

American Slave, American Hero This nonfiction record closely follows historical records. York’s life from childhood to maturity in depicted in the watercolor illustration by Cornelius Van Wright and Ying-Hwa Hu. York takes an active role in providing food for the expedition and coping with emergencies, as well as, clowning around with laughing Arikara children.

Amethyst Road, The With family love, romantic love and systematic racial oppression, this futuristic novel relates the story of 16-year-old Serena and her sister who have been outcast from their tribe due to Serena's sister having an out-of-wedlock child. Serena's temper gets her in trouble so she has to hit the road to escape. A great adventure!

Among the Enemy The author has written another tight thriller, number six in the Shadow Children series. Matthias and his friends Percy and Alia, are taken into custody by the Population Police. In the ensuing mayhem, Matthias is separated from his friends and ends up at the Population Police Headquarters, being treated as a hero. Can Matthias use his position to find his friends and stop the evil against the children?

Among the Free This final installment on the Shadow Children series focuses on illegal third-child Luke, who has been working undercover in the Population Police stables with the hope of somehow helping overthrow the oppressive regime. One woman’s refusal to comply to a summons kick starts a revolution. Luke was destined to play a critical role in the revolution. The story moves quickly. A light, easy read that won’t disappoint the fans of the series.

An Apple Pie for Dinner Granny Smith wants an apple pie for dinner but she doesn't have any apples. Through the use of claymation figures we follow Granny as she heads off with a basket of plums hoping to make a trade for apples. The story is based on the English folktale "An Apple Dumpling" and includes a recipe at the end.

An Eyeball in My Garden and Other Spine-Tingling Poems Especially for those who crave the creepy...This book of poems won't make you sleepy! Stark black and white illustrations add spooky dimension to these selected scary poems.

Anatomy of a Tornado Living in Tornado Ally, tornadoes are a reality, especially in the spring.

Ancient Chinese This book is a quick and easy summary of ancient China, its history and its people. It covers brief discussions and illustrations covering: Great Inventions, Arts & Crafts, Buildings, Beliefs and Festivals, as well as everyday life in rural areas and major cities.

Ancient Egypt Beginning book about the wonders of Ancient Egypt and how people lived as well as some of their beliefs. Very unique pictures.

Ancient Greece: Health and Disease Part of Changing Times series. Development of new scientific beliefs about health and disease, replacing the traditional belief of gods as healers. Includes timeline, glossary and index.

And Then Everything Unraveled Delia learns that her mother and the entire expedition ship has disappeared somewhere around Antarctica. Everyone accepts the death, except Delia who knows her mother is too organized to just disappear. Nevertheless, Delia is shipped back east to be cared for by two aunts. To find her mother, Delia uses a psychic, a private investigator, a gifted science class and a cute boyfriend.

Angel Burn Typical of this genre, it is clearly the first part of a series. The story of Willow and Alex…where good and evil are not what they seem…

Angels Grace Grace's parents are from Trinidad but now are living in Brooklyn. Grace goes to Trinidad to visit her grandmother. As she sees photos that show a man with a resemblance to her she decides to find out more. She's had a feeling of not belonging and hopes she finds answers. Sweet coming-of-age story that keeps readers' interest as it describes in detail life in Trinidad, the author's original home.

Angus MacMouse Brings Down the House Angus MacMouse is such an adventurer! In a frenzy, and finding himself on stage at an opera, he frightens a soprano into a note so high that it shatters glass. The impresario sees a marketable gimmick in this talent, so he has his daughter befriend the mouse. The skittish soprano and other plotters also develop plans for success. In one dangerous predicament after another, Angus survives, is coached by the conductor, and has his debut with the orchestra.

Animal Crackers Fly the Coop The Breman Town Musicians have never had so much PUN! With riddle after riddle, and word tricks galore, this familiar tale is re-told with lots of "fodder" for any kid that loves to ask riddles or tell jokes.

Animal Helpers: Wildlife Rehabilitators This book introduces children to wildlife rehabilitators - those who rescue and care for sick, hurt, or orphaned animals. Vivid photographs of a bobcat, bald eagle, and a squirrel with a cast on its broken leg are sure to capture the interest of animal l

Animal Strike at the Zoo I read it! It's true, there's a strike at the zoo! Little Sue is broken-hearted when she comes to the zoo and the animals are on strike. Saddened by the hurt they caused, the animals realize they enjoy making visitors like Sue happy by going wild. Hurray! No more strike at the zoo, but…Lively pictures of expressive characters support the quick rhyming text that makes this a fun read or read aloud.

Animalogy This is a book of rhyming analogies featuring animals including sounds, physical adaptations, behaviors, and animal classification. It would be useful in showing examples of analogy to students in preparation for standardized tests.

Animals in the House: a History of Pets & People An entertaining and well-organized book that explores pet ownership and the history of the domestication of pets. Colorful, flashy pages filled with photos, drawings, and fun graphics accompany a wealth of information. Includes a source list and index.

Animals in Winter All About Winter series. Learn about the many ways that animals survive during the winter. The author explains migration and hibernation using very simple text. Includes vivid photos and numerous text features.

Annie Sullivan and the Trials of Helen Keller This unique graphic novel illuminates the clash of wills between Annie, the teacher, and Helen, the student. Annie herself was vision impaired, so she had a grand grasp on the realities of teaching Helen nouns first, and then more. Some frames are dark

Another Book About Design Art teachers will love this book about design. Simple colors, designs, and shapes are used to get complex concepts across.

Anything but Ordinary Bryce wakes up from her coma and remembers her diving accident like it was yesterday. But she soon discovers that she's been locked in a five-year coma and is now 22. Her best friends have moved on, her "little" sister is now 17, her parents are distant

Anything But Typical Jason, a twelve-year-old autistic boy who wants to become a writer, relates what his life is like as he tries to make sense of his world.

Anything But Typical Jason, a twelve-year-old autistic boy who wants to become a writer, relates what his life is like as he tries to make sense of his world.

Apple Countdown Mr. Yee's class takes a trip to the apple farm and counts down from 20 all the things they learn there. This book combines colorful illustrations and counting backwards with many facts the students might learn from a visit to an apple farm.

April Fool, Phyllis! In this lighthearted romp, when Phyllis the groundhog forecasts a blizzard on the first day of April, the same day as the Spring Treasure Hunt, the other groundhogs are convinced that Phyllis is pulling a prank.

Arbor Day Square Katie and her father help plant and tend trees in their blooming frontier town. This is a great book that explains the importance of Arbor Day.

Archer's quest Twelve-year-old Kevin Kim helps Chu-mong, a legendary King of ancient Korea, return to his own time.

Arctic Fox Pups This is one of eight books in the

Arctic Fox: Very Cool! This Uncommon Animals series profiles some fairly uncommon and rare animals in the world! Students will better understand the creatures and of some of the challenges facing scientists. Excellent photos!

Arctic Thaw: The People of the Whale in a Changing Climate The effects of global warming are examined here, particularly in relation to the Alaskan Inupiag whaling tradition. This is a sobering look at the possible consequences of global warming, while laced with hopeful notes. Wonderful photography included.

Are You Going to be Good? Illustrated by Brian Karas. Young Robert is going to his first grown-up party, great-gran Sadie's 100th birthday. He's all dressed up and has practiced his manners but when he gets there he forgets. All the relatives tell him not to do that! Then great-gran shows up and they both have a wonderful time.

Are You Quite Polite? Silly lyrics about manners to tunes of familiar children's songs.

Argus Sally's class is incubating eggs for a science project. But her egg looks different from the other eggs - it is huge and green with yellow polka dots. And when it hatches, the "chick" is green, scaly, and has big yellow eyes. Sally isn't sure she likes such a different science project, but when the chick, Argus, gets lost, she realizes that "different" is not bad. Deadpan humor and attractive illustrations make this book a keeper.

Armored and Dangerous - Dino Times Trivia Series The books in this series are high interest action-packed titles students will enjoy. Pages include pronunciation guides and interesting facts with illustrations of the creatures in action. Each book includes maps and timelines.

Army: Civilian to Soldier Gives the reader a peek into the training and preparation that goes into becoming a soldier. Full color photos enrich the text. A glossary, index, bibliography and websites are included.

Around the World in 100 Days Picking up where

Art from her Heart Illustrated by Shane Evans. Clementine Hunter's life on Melrose Plantation is the theme throughout her folk art paintings. Her paintings hang in a museum, but she is unable to see them due to the color of her skin, until a friend sneaks her in after hours.

Artemis Fowl: the Lost Colony Thousands of years ago, humans and fairies fought a great battle for the Magical island of Ireland. The fairies went underground except for the eighth family, the Demons. Their island was sent into Limbo after a time spell went wrong. The spell is deteriorating and the demons are coming back to earth. The fairies, with the help of Artemis, must try to correct the tainted time spell before the lost demon colony returns violently to Earth. Another winner fro fans of the series.

Artichoke's Heart Rosie is overweight and a loner. She eats to comfort herself but finally makes a choice to deal with her weight. Lots of issues pressure Rosie to go back to her unhealthy eating. Rosie's voice is compelling.

Article 5: Compliance is Mandatory This book is about America and the aftermaths of war. Mother is called a moral suspect and daughter Ember is shipped to reform school. Her former boyfriend is one of the arresting military. Full of adventures and twists and turns, Article 5 is full of

Artist's America Pop artist Michael Albert gives his rendition of collage works.

As Far As I Can See My America Series. Meg's comfortable life in St. Louis is shattered when her sister and mother become ill and she is sent, with her brother, to live in the "clean, sweet air of Kansas territory."

Ashes This novel, set in 1932 Berlin, shows Hitler's inescapable rise to power and it's impact on a German family. Gaby withdraws from school after her literature teacher presses her to join the Hitler Youth. Then her older sister becomes pregnant and plans to marry Karl, whom Gaby suspects of being a Nazi. Complex characters will bring this personal and political historical period alive for the reader.

Ask Albert Einstein Einstein actually helped students with their math homework. In this story, based on a newspaper article, a seven year old sends Einstein her sister's math problem. He answers with a clue that helps her figure it out. Fun illustrations, interesting biographical information, but difficult math.

Ask Elizabeth Written in the spirit of a group diary in a loose journal, this fresh, young view of teen-girl advice will be relied on again and again for comfort and guidance. It will be of special interest to girls who seek answers on life, love, and wardrobe.

Ask Me No Questions This thought-provoking novel describes the life of one Muslim family living illegally in New York City and the changes that came after the World Trade Center disaster. Told as a first person narrative through the eyes of fourteen-year-old Nadira, the family struggles to find their place in a society that suddenly views all Muslims as suspects.

At the Controls: Questioning Video and Computer Games Part of the Fact Finders: Media Literacy series, this book explores aspects of video and computer games, particularly marketing. The book prompts the reader to think critically about the messages the games reflect. Includes related websites, additional reading, index and glossary.

Attack on Pearl Harbor Interactive story about the attack on Pearl Harbor with three story paths, 51 choices, and 17 different endings. The reader will come to understand cause/effect relationships and "choose your own adventure."

Audrey Wait! After Audrey dumps her musician boyfriend, he becomes inspired to write a song "Audrey Wait." Before Audrey can say "pop star" the song becomes a number one hit and she is being hounded by the paparazzi!

Aunt Minnie and the Twister After a tornado rearranges a Kansas house, Aunt Minnie and her nine nieces and nephews add a much needed room. A humorous and affectionate look at an unusual family.

Aunt Minnie and the Twister After a tornado rearranges a Kansas house, Aunt Minnie and her nine nieces and nephews add a much needed room. A humorous and affectionate look at an unusual family.

Aunt Minnie and the Twister After a tornado rearranges a Kansas house, Aunt Minnie and her nine nieces and nephews add a much needed room. A humorous and affectionate look at an unusual family.

Aunt Minnie and the Twister After a tornado rearranges a Kansas house, Aunt Minnie and her nine nieces and nephews add a much needed room. A humorous and affectionate look at an unusual family.

Author Day for Room 3T Preparation for an author visit starts seroiusly as the students in room 3T read books by Harry Bookman and think up questions for someone "new and different." Things suddenly get seriously silly when the librarian, Mrs. Storey, loses her glasses and can't see the monkey business that ensues when a decked out chimpanzee arrives to answer the students' questions. It is silly and absurd enough for youngsters--foolish enough to provide comic relief for teachers and librarians who plan huge author events.

Autism and Me: Sibling Stories Photographs accompany the essays written by siblings of children with autism. Fears, joys, frustrations, and futures are discussed with the simplicity of child-to-child conversation.

Avalon High When Ellie has to move to Annapolis, she enrolls at Avalon High. King Arthur and his court become the theme of the novel. Does reincarnation exists? Is King Arthur alive and well in Avalon High?

Avielle of Rhia Avielle is a Rhian princess who has inherited the silver skin and hair of her great-great-grandmother, a Dredonian who used her evil magic against Rhia. Because she fears she inherited the black magic of her ancestor also, Avielle avoids contact with the world. The Dedonians attack, killing all of the royal family except Avielle, who is taken in by a kind weaver. As she tries to hide Avielle struggles to accept her heritage, her magic and her duty. She finds the courage to come forward and save her people.

Away In this sequel to The Line, Rachel learns her father is still living in the devastated territory of Away. Rachel crosses over to their world and struggles to adjust to life Away, after having Crossed the Line where the Others reside as she searches to rescue her father.

Aye-Aye: An Evil Omen This Uncommon Animals series profiles some fairly uncommon and rare animals in the world! Students will better understand the creatures and of some of the challenges facing scientists. Excellent photos!

B is for Big Ben We owe much of our American heritage to our mother country of England. These wonderful facts are presented through this alphabet book.

B is for Blue Planet An amazing look at Earth Science compacted into this fabulously illustrated earth alphabet.

Babar's U.S.A. Babar's family visits familiar places across the U.S. as Zephir documents their journey photographically. The illustrations are done using watercolor cutouts placed on digital photos which creates an unusual effect.

Babies In the Bayou As usual, Arnosky has produced an enticing story about nature that is real enough to be used in science class and readable enough for story time.

Baby Bear's Books In this irresistable and charming tale, Baby Bear finds a book for every moment of the day. The rhyming text, happy illustrations and bear's passion for books make this story a must for little ones.

Baby Bear's Chair Illustrated by Melissa Sweet. Big chairs for big bears and small chairs for small bears. Everyone has a chair just right for them. In this warm and fuzzy story the best chair for little bear is dad's lap. Great story for bedtime and story time.

Baby Can Illustrated by Maxine Chambliss. What is the place of a big brother when the baby is learning to grow? And who will be the one the baby wants to impress? A sweet story of siblings with a truthful ring.

Baby on the Way, The Illustrated by Sean Qualls. A young boy asks his grandmother if she was ever a baby. She answers that yes she was even the baby on the way. She shares traditions over the generations. Then Jamal imagines that someday someone will ask him if he was ever a baby.

Babysitting Activities: Fun with Kids of All Ages Good information for babysitters. Covers from babies to lower elementary children. Hints on what to do instead of watching TV. Others in the series include: Babysitting Basics, Babysitting Jobs, Babysitting Rules, Babysitting Safety, and Babysitting Skills.

Back of the Bus A beautifully written book about Rosa Parks' arrest told from a young black boy's perspective witnessing the event. The historical fiction book would work wonderfully in introducing the Civil Rights movement to young elementary children.

Back to School Tortoise It's back to school time, and Tortoise is worried about lots of things - tripping, not liking lunch, etc. But he gathers his courage and walks in the classroom. When at the end it is revealed that Tortoise is

Back When You Were Easier to Love What's worse than getting dumped? Not even knowing you've been dumped! Joy got no good-bye, and certainly no explanation when Zan - the love of her life and the only good thing about stifling, backward Haven, Utah - unceremoniously and unexpectedly left for college a year early. Joy needs closure almost as much as she needs Zan, so she heads for California and Zan, riding shotgun beside Zan's former-best-friend Noah. A fun and insightful read for any high school girl!

Backyard Laboratory Simple experiments, detailed explanations about what is happening and how to complete each experiment. Excellent text features.

Bad Bears and a Bunny Illustrated by Jill Pinkwater. Pinkwater does it again. These trouble-making bears are up to no good until a little white rabbit changes their behavior. Silly enough for all to enjoy.

Bad Kitty Sixteen-year-old Jasmine has always wanted to be a police detective, but her father has worried about this career choice. So she gave up a police department internship to come on the family vacation at a posh Las Vegas hotel resort. Jasmine wants nothing more than to be the perfect Hallmark card daughter and has promised to do no detective work. However, when a young boy and his cat are almost murdered in her presence at the pool, Jasmine can’t resist from helping with the investigation. This is a humorous and exciting book—nothing heavy, but lots of excitement.

Bad Luck Chair, The Addison Darby's worst nightmare is to have people staring and laughing at her. When she winds up with the infamous Bad Luck Chair at her desk one day, Addy knows that her nightmare is about to come true. Every kid in her school that has sat in the Bad Luck Chair has been cursed. Yet there may be hope if Addy has faith in herself and a few not-so-nice classmates. A very funny tale that will appeal to kids.

Bad River Boys Written from three Lakota Indian boys' point of view about their encounter with the Lewis and Clark expedition. Sun, Antler, and Cloud observe the explorers and experience the anxiety of their chief and his anger with the explorers. His tribe controls the trade along the Missouri River and has limited the trade with other tribes. The conflict was just the beginning of many confrontations and the boys begin to understand the men were angry because the Native Americans were in their way.

Badger's Fancy Meal Badger wants more than just the staple food he has in his den. He goes out to find a fancy meal but each animal he wants runs from him. He learns that a fancy meal isn't always better than what you have. Wonderful chance for listeners to join in the fun.

Bailey at the Museum This is a great story about Bailey the dog taking a field trip to the Museum of Natural History. Bailey gets into a small amount of trouble, but is assigned a new partner who takes very good care of her during her visit. Children will enjoy the humor th

Bake Shop Ghost, The Enchanting story concerning a "baker" ghost not wanting another baker taking over her shop. Then Annie Washington takes over the bakery.

Baker's Dozen, The Simple rhyming counting book with illustrations and color that fill the entire page. Illustrations have a bit of nostalgic feel. Readers would have to understand the definition of a Baker's dozen as 13 instead of 12 before this would make sense.

Ballet Bunnies Little girls will love reading about these bunnies as they learn the ballet vocabulary and dance steps.

Ballots for Belva True story of Belva Lockwood's race for the Presidency in 1884. Belva shows perseverance to fight the odds against her due to her gender. Story eludes to Belva possibly winning if it weren't for vote tampering.

Ballpark, The Story of America's Baseball Fields Ballpark examines the history and the significance of most of the famous baseball parks. This is a baseball book full of little stories about the unique history of each ballpark, and the illustrations compliment the text beautifully.

Bandit Illustrated by Vincent Nguyen. Bandit has a hard time learning that he is moving. He ventures back to his old house only to find it isn't his house. Written in comic book style.

Bar Graphs Simple text and colorful photos explain how bar graphs are made and used. Illustrated in such a way that even the very youngest learner will understand and remain interested. Features graphing of common objects that younger children will relate to. A great teaching tool with fun graphing scenarios that could easily be reproduced in the classroom. Part 4 of a four book Making Graph series. Other titles: Pictographs, Pie Graphs, and Tally Charts.

Baseball Crazy: Ten Short Stories that Cover All the Bases An interesting variety of views and perspectives of baseball including a story in poems and a play. Baseball fans will enjoy this collection.

Baseball Hour Illustrated by Bill Thomson. The hour when all the children improve their baseball game by working hard at practice. Teamwork is the key to success.

Basketball (or something like it) This true to life story of a sixth-grade traveling basketball team unfolds as four characters tell their own stories about how basketball affects their lives. Foul-mouthed, super-competitive parents undermine one coach after another, which hinders the team.

Basketball Belles With adapted rules, and long-sleeved tops and bloomers, Agnes Morley and her Stanford teammates sweat and rumbled through for a win over their Berkeley opponents. This photo essay is a charmer with great illustrations and documentation to prove that even in 1892, there were female sports fanatics!

Batboy, The Brian's dad, a former big league pitcher, left Brian and his mom years ago when he chose baseball over family. This summer, as batboy for the Detroit Tigers, Brian learns some truths about second chances and letting go. This is an engaging story, full of vivid baseball action.

Bats at the Beach Pack your baskets, buckets, towels and moon tan lotion. The friendly bats are headed to the beach to picnic, surf and snooze under the moonlight. A delightfully fun and clever tale perfect for bedtime.

Batter Up Wombat A humorous story of baseball terms expressed through beautiful laughable illustrations. An Australian wombat joins a baseball team and knows nothing about the game but saves everyone when a tornado strikes.

Beach Tail, A Beautifully illustrated story of Gregory and his father's visit to the beach. Wonderful read aloud about life on the beach through the eyes of a child.

Beanball Luke Wallace excels in all sports, but baseball is his passion. While getting ready to make a winning hit in a key game, Luke is hit in the face by a fast ball, and his life changes forever. Told in free verse, teammates, opposing players, family members and friends voice their concerns for Luke's misfortune. This book will resonate with both boys and girls.

Bear Dancer: the Story of a Ute Girl The historical fiction story of Elk Tooth Dress, of the Ute tribe, is presented in different years of her life. From a young girl, to being kidnapped by the Cheyennes, traded to the Arapahos, then the intervention of the white man. The author's note takes us to other information about Elk Tooth Dress and her contribution in saving the lives of several white women.

Bear Hug, The Cubby loves to visit Grandpa. The two spend time growling, hibernating by the TV, and finding food at the donut shop, but the best thing about visiting Grandpa is the bear hug!

Bear Makers Life has changed in Hungary following World War II. Kata must use a new name and her mother must support their family by making stuffed bears and ladies' handbags. Her father is suffering from depression. This story of a Jewish family learning to live under Soviet rule is wonderfully written in a way that makes the reader sympathize with the trials of postwar life.

Bear Named Trouble, A Based on a true story about a bear who breaks into an Alaskan zoo. Ten year old Jonathan whose dad is the zookeeper sees the bear on the night he breaks in. Jonathan's favorite animal, Mama Goose, is killed by the bear. Told from both Jonathan's point of view and Trouble, the bear. Bythe same author as Runt.

Bear Upstairs, The Illustrated by Doug Cushman. The downstairs bear, a writer with a retiring personality who works best in peace and quiet with a cup of tea in her hand is unhappy with the noisy bear moving in upstairs. Upstairs bear makes so much racket moving, dropping and emptying boxes, and singing ridiculous songs in the shower that downstairs bear wonders if she will ever be able to work or sleep again. Cushman splits his lighthearted watercolor illustrations lengthwise so readers see the actions and expressive reactions of characters on both levels. The two finally meet face to face and make some surprising discoveries that may lead to a budding friendship.

Bearwalker Eighth grade Mohawk, Baron signs up for the fall bonding experience at Camp Chuckamuck. He senses an evil presence upon arrival and the suspense quickly builds. Fast-paced thriller. Addresses the balance between man and nature.

Beast of Noor, The The Beast has been in the Shalem Wood for centuries and has returned to kill. 15-year old Miles and his sister Hanna are determined to kill the Beast of the Otherworld and clear the family name in this mix of suspense, horror and courage.

Beatle Meets Destiny Beatle's mother really did name him John Lennon. When he meets Destiny

Beautiful Lie, A The year is 1947 and the country of India is falling apart. But Bilal doesn't want his father, who is dying, to know the truth as he has an optimistic outlook for the country's future. To keep the destruction outside the house, Bilal must use his friend

Bebe Goes Shopping A Bebe and his moma make a trip to the grocery store, included Spanish words. Easy to read for English speaker. Glossary and pronunciation guide. Rhyming in both languages.

Because I Am Furniture Anke, a high school freshman volleyball player, years for her father's attention despite the face he abuses her sister and brother. Sports helps her find a voice and strength. This powerful novel is a quick read with lots of depth.

Because Your Daddy Loves You Illustrated by R.W. Riley. Cartoon type book for early readers that describes things daddys do for their little ones: tie shoes, give piggy back rides, and read stories. Nice daddy book with good illustrations.

Becoming Naomi Leon When Naomi's absent mother resurfaces to claim her, Naomi runs away to Mexico with her great-grandmother and younger brother in search of her father.

Bedtime in the Jungle It is nighttime in the jungle and animal mothers are getting their babies to sleep in this charming counting book. Written in rhyme, this book has the same style as Over In the Meadow.

Bee-bim Bop! Introduce Korean culinary culture with this book written in bouncing rhyme accompanied by lively cartoon-like illustrations from a child's eye view. Shop for, prepare and enjoy Bee-bim Bop, the Korean dish of rice, egg strips, vegetables and meat that diners mix up for themselves. This rhythmic read-aloud may prompt a Korean feast based on the recipe and others included at the end.

Beetle McGrady Eats Bugs! Illustrated by Jane Manning. Beetle McGrady wants to be an explorer, a true pioneer, and boasts she will even eat ants to prove it! She is overcome with self-loathing and doubt during Fun Food Week in science class when she just can't down those ants! Enter Chef Suzanne and a second chance for our plucky second grade heroine. Great illustrations appear on end pages and support text contributing to humor. Good gross factor for primary.

Before Hollywood: from shadow play to the silver screen This quality book can be read isolated chapters for enjoyment or as a whole for the big picture. It fills a gap in many libraries as it tells the history of visual entertainment up to the time of the first movies. Numerous period illustrations with captions and aside boxes adds to the enjoyment of the book. Timeline, source notes, bibliography, web sites and index are included.

Beginning, a Muddle and an End, A Avon the snail is determined to become a writer. Guided by the dubious advice of Edward the ant, Avon manages to write the word "something" but is unable to go any further.

Behind the Curtain Once again Peter Abrahams returns to the world of Echo Falls, where a clever young girl learns that mysterious forces are at work in her town -- and exposing them could put her life in jeopardy. Ingrid finds herself investigating steroid use at the local high school, while worrying about her brother's health, the stability of her father's job, and the pressure on her grandfather to sell his farm.

Behind the Masks: The Diary of Angeline Reddy One of the Dear America series, The Diary of Angeline Reddy takes place in Bodie, California in 1880 where her father has supposedly died in a wild west gold-mining town. As Angeline explores his disappearance, a gang of scoundrels is uncovered. Include

Being Me Illustrated by Vincent Vigla. A little girl lets us see that she is happy being who she is.

Bella at Midnight In a kingdom of knights and peasants, Bella finds joy in life until her father reclaims her years after abandoning her. Caught up in a battle between kingdoms, Bella, complete with the glass slippers, attempts to change destiny.

Ben Franklin, His Wit and Wisdom from A-Z This is a fabulous, factual collection of feats attained by one of our most famous early Americans. Arranged in alphabetical order, and accompanied by Franklin's witticisms with pen and ink drawings, this is an historical treat for the reader.

Best Book of Knights and Castles, The Come into the world of heraldy. Take students into the fascinating world of jousting and armor, knights in training and siege warfare with the backdrop of the world's most famous castles. Introduction to knights and castles.

Best Friends Forever: A World War II Scrapbook Fourteen-year-old Louise keeps a scrapbook detailing the events in her life after her best friend, a Japanese American girl, and her family are sent to a relocation camp during World War II. Tale of friendship and patriotism will be a good start for learning more about World War II and Japanese internment.

Best of Both Nests When mom and dad split, Stanley learns it's okay to have two nests.

Best Story, The A young girl wants to win the best writing story contest at the library but has difficulty writing the story. She takes suggestions from all her family members but still nothing sounds right until her mother tells her to listen to her heart and then is able to write and write and write.

Best Time of the Day, The Illustrated by Bryan Langdo. A farm family, and even the dog, tell in rhyme what they see as the best time of the day. Story moves nicely with well written word play.

Beta Elysia is created in a laboratory, "born" at 16-years-old as an empty vessel created to serve the wealthy. The Betas begin to evolve and experience feelings and Elysia is the first teenage clone. Futuristic novel planned to be first in a series.

Betty Bunny Loves Chocolate Cake After one taste, Betty Bunny discovers she loves chocolate cake. She thinks of nothing else and learns the hard way to have patience.

Between Shades of Gray Fifteen-year-old Lina, her mother, and brother are part of the forcible relocation of Lithuanians by the Soviets in 1941. A gifted artist, Lina begins secretly creating pictures that she sneaks to her father where he's in his own prison camp. Through her art and efforts, she finds reasons to stay alive in the harrowing conditions of the camp. An informative author's note demonstrates that even in the heart of darkness "love is the most powerful army."

Bewitching Season Twins Penelope and Persephone are preparing for their season in London. The plot thickens when their governess is kidnapped. This regency romance has the added twist of magic.

Beyond Cold Blood: The KBI from Ma Barker to BTK This interesting history of the KBI by Larry Welch, tenth director of the agency, features many high profile cases. He provides readers with the first history of the agency. Focus on these internationally prominent cases will intrigue high school studen

Beyond Lucky This packed novel has many themes including sports, teams, friendship, and families. Will Ari and Mac's friendship survive?

Big and Small: An Animal Opposites Book Animal Opposites Bilingual Series. Simple bilingual text and colorful photographs introduce the concepts of big and small by comparing some of the world's biggest and smallest animals. Includes numerous text features. One in a four book series. Other titles are: Loud and Quiet, Smooth and Rough, and Fast and Slow.

Big Brown Beautiful job of describing the life of a young bat and how he hunts and locates his food by echoing.

Big Brown Bear Goes to Town Rat's convertible fills with water everytime it rains, but his friend Brown Bear finds a solution. Beginning chapter book.

Big Bug Surprise After a swarm of bees comes into the classroom, Prunella surprises and amazes her class when she saves them for a colony. Prunella becomes the show and tell surprise. Great problem/solution for teaching young children.

Big Cats Striking watercolors are presented in this factual book about big cats. Readers learn about where these animals live, what they hunt, and how humans are threatening them. Colorful and bold.

Big Chickens Go to Town When the chickens are accidentally dumped off the farmer's truck, they follow a trail of feed on many adventures and end up in the middle of town. Lost, hungry, and tired, the chickens eventually find themselves back in the farmer's truck and headed home in this hilarious tale filled with witty words and great humor.

Big Field Bound for Florida's junior league baseball finals, 14-year-old Hutch is a true team player with promise. When has father mentors a newcomer, who takes over Hutch's position of shortstop, a father-son rift threatens the team's future. Great baseball action and drama will appeal to sports lovers and reluctant readers.

Big George: How a Shy Boy Became President Washington Beautifully written biography about George Washington and his integrity as a man who loved his country. The book explores why he led his armies and later his country. A nice addition to your collection of George Washington books.

Big Little Elephant Little elephant wants to find some friends. He seems too large to play with frog, turtle and heron. When they cannot fly their kite little elephant makes a welcome friend. All is well that ends well--cute!

Big Night for Salamanders Saving Salamanders might be another name for this book. In it, the life cycle of spotted salamanders is examined. In order to protect the salamander as they return to their vernal pool (happening because of spring rain) to mate and lay eggs, people help to slow or stop traffic to allow salamanders to cross the road.

Big One-Oh, The Charlie Maplewood does not want to be weird all his life like his reclusive special-effects whiz neighbor. To be "normal," Charlie sets about to plan his own big "10" birthday party, but realizes he will have to first make a few friends. Funny, tender and entertaining, this would make a great read-aloud.

Big Splash Matt Stevens, an average middle schooler with a gift of gab and a knack for solving crimes, uncovers a mystery while working with the organization, a mafia-like syndicate run by seventh-grader Vincent "Mr. Biggs Biggio" specializing in forged hall passes, test-copying rings, black market candy selling, and taking out hits with water guns. Well paced, full of suspense with a message about bullying.

Big Wig, A Little History of Hair A pre-occupation with hair through the ages drives this brief history. Styles, care, trends, and more are documented through the years with focus upon some famous people and the hair along the way.

Big, Bigger, Biggest! This brightly illustrated book introduces young students to comparisons, synonyms, antonyms, and color word choices. With the use of many different drawings of animals, this book will be a humongous hit!

Biggest Test in the Universe, The What a fun book! Should be read to every child before the Big Test! The book proves that you can get through the big test and go on with your life.

Billions of Years, Amazing Changes: The Story of Evolution Beautifully written and illustrated, this easily understood science document showcases powerful processes and reveals changes that have occurred over thousands of years. It also focuses upon those that we can observe in our own lifetimes, such as generations of pests that have become resistant to pesticides. A table of contents, a thorough glossary, index, credits, and many other resources are given.

Billy Creekmore In 1905, ten-year-old Billy is taken from an orphanage to live with an aunt and an uncle of whose existence he was previously unaware. He enjoys his first taste of family life until his work in a coal mine and his involvement with a union bring trouble. He then joins a circus in hopes of finding his father.

Billy Creekmore: A Novel Billy Creekmore is a ten-year-old orphan living in the Guardian Angels Home for Boys. Rescued from the home by a long-lost uncle, Billy ends up in a mining town in West Virginia with a chance for schooling and a healthy family life. Through the many twists and turns, this shocking historical fiction exposes the lives of children at the turn of the century making history come alive for today's readers.

Birds in Kansas Vol. 1 These volumes cover the many hundreds of species of birds in Kansas. Individual information for each type of bird includes status, period of occurrence, breeding, habits and habitat, fieldmarks and food. Index included.

Birds in Kansas Vol. 2 These volumes cover the many hundreds of species of birds in Kansas. Individual information for each type of bird includes status, period of occurrence, breeding, habits and habitat, fieldmarks and food. Index included.

Birds in Kansas Vol. 2 These volumes cover the many hundreds of species of birds in Kansas. Individual information for each type of bird includes status, period of occurrence, breeding, habits and habitat, field marks and food. Index included.

Birds in Kansas Vol. 2 These volumes cover the many hundreds of species of birds in Kansas. Individual information for each type of bird includes status, period of occurrence, breeding, habits and habitat, fieldmarks and food. Index included.

Birds in Kansas Vol. 2 These volumes cover the many hundreds of species of birds in Kansas. Individual information for each type of bird includes status, period of occurrence, breeding, habits and habitat, field marks and food. Index included.

Birmingham Sunday A long-overdue book on a subject addressed in children's books such as

Birthday at the Panda Palace Animal story in rhyme, two verses per spread. Last word omitted on last line to text prompts reader to fill in appropriate rhyming word as they turn to the next page where it is revealed. Would make a cute read aloud emphasizing prediction and rhyme for early readers.

Bittersweet Summer Katie has just finished fourth grade and she is faced with so many difficult things! Dad may need a new job and they may need to sell their house and move. Her best friend will be gone for two weeks. Her classmate from across the street is trying to ge

Black and White Readers will find this non-fiction account very visually appealing - the work uses primary documents and pictures from the time to illustrate the civil rights conflict and Reverend Fred Shuttleworth's courageous stand against Eugene "Bull" Connor, the public safety commissioner of Birmingham, Alabama in the 50s and 60s.

Black Sheep, The Be careful what you wish for…fed up with her straight-laced boring parents, Kendra fires off a letter to a reality TV show. Before she knows it she is snatched up and sent to live with an aging hippie family in California.

Black Storm Comin' This is a great read with excellent historical background. On a wagon train bound for California, Colton, 12, must care for his family after his father accidentally shoots him and then abandons the family. You get a look not only into the Pony Express but also the challenges faced by the biracial rider in early America.

Black storm comin' Twelve-year-old Colton, son of a black mother and a white father, takes a job with the Pony Express in 1860 after his father abandons the family on their California-bound wagon train, and risks his life to deliver an important letter that may affect the growing conflict between the North and South.

Blackthorn Winter Moving to the English coast to be near her mother’s artist friends, adoptee, Juliana and her siblings adjust to being without their father. Juliana takes it upon herself to investigate a murder when the police are quick to arrest the “wrong” person which leads to flashbacks and clues about Juliana’s past.

Blade: Playing Dead Blade is a homeless fourteen-year-old in the United Kingdom who is pursued by police and a girl gang. This is the first in a planned eight-volume series. The book addresses homelessness, teen pregnancy, and the invisibility of the unwanted.

Blind Faith Liz has always felt closer to her grandmother, Bunny, than her mother, but when her Bunny dies, Liz’s mother slips into a deep depression, shutting Liz out even more than normal. When Liz’s mother turns to a new age spiritual church to try to communicate with Bunny, the family disintegrates, leaving Liz to deal with a life that is spinning out of control.

Blindsided At 14, Natalie is excited about high school, friends, boys, and the family goat farm. She knows her eyesight is failing due to juvenile glaucoma. But she hopes she won't go blind even though she attends blind school to learn skills she would need "just in case." When her sight is totally gone, Natalie must decide if she's going to hide out and be alone or get on with life.

Blink & Caution The paths of two teens on the run collide on Toronto's streets. Blink is a boy who has learned to survive by doing whatever it takes and then he meets Caution, a girl whose life is as rough as his. A fast-paced read with intrigue and suspense, this book follows these two as they forge a fated, tender partnership.

Bloodlines: Control Under Fire Lester Donovan must make a decision - either continue his mission as ordered or rescue his fellow soldiers after being shot down and captured by Taliban. This book takes a serious look at work and does not glamorize the reality.

Bloodsucking Leeches Part of the No Backbone! A World of Invertebrates series of six non-fictional books that include Roly-Poly Pillbugs, Bloodsucking Leeches, Creeping Land Snails, Stinging, Scorpions, Wiggly Earthworms, and Leggy Centipedes. This series would be fantastic to use while teaching text features as each 2-page spread provides beautiful close up photos, simple informational text, and many text features.

Blue When her father is sent to fight Hitler, Ann Fay puts on the blue overalls he's given her: she's now in charge of tending the house and watching out for her siblings. Unfortunately, there's a polio epidemic and before anyone knows it the dread disease grabs ahold of Ann Fay's family.

Blue Djinn of Babylon Book two of the Children of the Lamp series. Twelve-year-old twins, Philippa and John, descendants of a long line of djinn, must travel to Istanbul to recover the book Solomon Grimorie. A book that contains incantations that gives the user limitless power over all djinns. Full of suspense and action, exotic locations, magic and evil villains this sequel can stand on its own.

Blue House Dog, The A young boy has lost his dog and a neighborhood dog has lost his owner that lived in the Blue House. The two of them find each other and slowly learn to trust one another. This gentle story may help pet owners trust, heal, and form new friendships.

Blue Whale: The world's biggest mammal One of a fourteen title set, SuperSized! Features fabulous photos and simple controlled vocabulary with age appropriate cues and clues in expository text: headlines, captions, bold type, factoids, graphs, info-graphics. Includes table of contents, glossary, index and further reading and research.

Blue-Ringed Octopus: Small but Deadly Fabulous facts about these tenacious ocean residents verify the terror potential in this Afraid of the Water series. Personal stories of survivors along with full color photos help the reader get a safe close-up of these dangerous creatures.

Bobby the Brave (Sometimes) He's not like me, Bobby overheard his father say. Of course, Bobby interprets that his father considers him to be a "loser". As a fourth grader, Bobby is involved in a class musical, is overcome with anxiety about his PE skills, has concerns about having friends, is conflicted with family talents, and also has to deal with asthma. This is a fast-paced peek at kid stressors!

Bobby vs. Girls (Accidentally) Bobby and Holly are best friends, but at school they try to avoid each other because a boy-girl friendship is considered peculiar. This novel uses humor and relatable situations to show how the two friends manage to support each other, despite peer pressure.

Bodies from the Ash Fascinating exploration of the buried city of Pompeii from the recreation of the eruption of Vesuvius to snapshots of Pompeii today. Includes bibliographical references and index.

Body & Soul Alona's spirit has been living in Lily Turner's body for over a month…and it's not been easy. She's failing at playing the sister and daughter of people she barely knows. Ghost-talker Will and Alona consult a psychic for help in separating Alona's spiri

Body Actions Interesting illustrations accompany this informative book about your body, it's parts, and how it works. There is a list of body systems and a description with a small picture at the back of the book. Includes a glossary.

Bone and Muscle: Structure, Force, and Motion This is a detailed work on the human skeletal and muscular systems and their importance to all functions of the body. Vocabulary is advanced, yet the book is readable and comprehensive.

Bones: Skeletons and How They Work In this exploration of bones, careful documentation about size is given for each illustration. Many representations are full-sized; and the book includes three foldouts for even more visual comparisons.

Boo, Bunny! Illustrated by Jeff Mack. Really simple, cute Halloween story of conquering fears!

Book About Design, A Design is all about the perception of size, shape and color says the author. Simple, basic shapes and a little humor help to show young artists this point.

Book of Lies, The When Marcel arrives at the orphanage Lord Alwyn erases his memory of is previous life, except for, thanks to Bea, his name which ties him to two other orphans and the politics of the royalty. With help from the Prince they escape, but still have to sort out the lies and treachery of those who want power and with help from the Book of Lies to secure the future of the kingdom.

Book of Mordred, The King Arthur struggles to keep his knights in line. Keira, a young girl who can foretell the fate of the world is kidnapped, and her mother, Alayna, flees to Camelot and finds Mordred, her love and King Arthur's greatest enemy.

Book of Time Fourteen-year-old Sam is searching for clues to his father's eccentric disappearance when he discovers a totem or voodoo object and a dirty coin with strange lines and symbols engraved on it. Putting the two pieces together allows him to time travel beginning with the era of the Vikings. This time-travel adventure moves from one time period to the next quickly but effectively, often narrowly escaping.

Boo's Dinosaur Boo wants attention, but big brother Sammy just wants some peace and quiet. Enter the dinosaur. Boo asks to keep him and eveyrone humors her, but how did she get up so high in that tree, and more imporantly, how does she get down?

Border Town: Crossing the Line Fabiola can't wait to have her younger sister in high school with her. However, she gets uneasy with the group with which Alexis hangs out. Things take a turn for the worse when one of their cousins is blamed for something for which Fabi is sure Alexis'

Boris Embedded in a story about a beloved cat named Boris, readers of this free verse novel will explore the eternal rhythms of life including love, longing, compassion and companionship.

Boston Tea Party, The The night of December 16, 1773 the American colonists spoke loud and clear; "no taxation without representation." The events and details leading up to the Boston Tea Party are well documented by Freedman. Students will see how this event really was the

Bounce Evyn's father remarries and they move to Boston. She gains four sisters and two brothers. She tries to bounce back from all the changes in her life as she moves into womanhood.

Box Jellyfish: Killer Tentacles Fabulous facts about these tenacious ocean residents verify the terror potential in this Afraid of the Water series. Personal stories of survivors along with full color photos help the reader get a safe close-up of these dangerous creatures.

Box Out Liam Bergstrom makes varsity because he is tall and can catch rebounds. He jeopardizes his position when he criticizes his coach for praying before games and practices. Lively basketball action make it a good choice for sports fans.

Boxcar Children Beginning, The For readers who have wondered what happened to the parents of the Boxcar Children, MacLachlan supplies the answer in this satisfying prequel. In the year before they become the orphans known as the Boxcar Children, Henry, Jessie, Violet and Benny Alden l

Boy 2 Girl At first, Sam Lopez dresses up as a girl on a dare, but the joke gets taken too far and there doesn't seem to be an end in sight. This book is light-hearted and fun to read, but it also has some keen psychological insights and brings up a number of thought-provoking questions about gender and identity.

Boy Girl Boy Told in alternating chapters by three friends, Elliot, Teresa and Larry, who plan to leave their small town and go to LA after they graduate. But as the year progresses things change and they realize that their plan is restricting them rather than liberating them. One of the guys is homosexual.

Boy Kills Man Harsh story about young boys being recruited to do the dirty work of the drug lords and when they are not needed any longer what happens tothem. Story takes place in Colombia and good for American children to know and understand what occurs in other parts of the world.

Boy on Cinnamon Street, The A dark mystery unfolds as Louise, a tiny seventh-grader, nurses a deep wound. She struggles to adjust to her new life with her quirky and adorable grandparents. Her only friends are Reni and Reni's brother Henderson and they help her deal with the trage

Boy Project, The Upset that she doesn't have a boyfriend, Kara decides to develop her own science project to find out what boys like about girls. She develops and analyzes surveys, graphs, and charts hoping to understand why she hasn't been successful. Kara learns that

Boy Who Ate Stars, The 12-year-old Lucy meets Matthew, a 4-year-old autistic boy who lives upstairs in her apartment building. Lucy takes it upon herself to work with Matthew and help him see the world and be around people as she begins to understand what it means to be autistic.

Boy Who Cried Wolf, The This timeless fable is complemented by the whimsical illustrations. A winning read-aloud for a variety of ages that is sure to tickle their funny bone.

Boy who Dared, The Helmuth, just a teenager during the reign of Hitler, was not content to follow and do as he was told. He took action to hear and spread truth in the middle of Nazi lies. Proud of his efforts he would pay the ultimate sacrifice for his determination.

Boy Who Invented TV, The: The Story of Philo Farnsworth This picture-book biography explains how Farnsworth held on to his dream to develop television and the scientific concepts behind it.

Boy Who Saved Cleveland, The Based on a true event this is the story of how Seth Doan kept his family and neighboring families alive during a malaria epidemic. He carried corn to the mill and had it ground into cornmeal, and earned the respect of all.

Boy Who Was Raised by Librarians, The Visit the Livingston Public Library and join Melvin, a “geeky” but endearing young boy whose innate curiosity and insatiable thirst for knowledge unite him with a trio of librarians who are willing and anxious to help him find, sort , categorize and use information of every imaginable variety (all the way from Kindergarten through college graduation!) Brad Sneed’s characteristically raucous watercolor renderings of the library and all its inhabitants keep you turning the pages to see how this little geek and his library family will fare as he grows into adulthood. Based on a true story, this tribute to libraries and learning comes full circle when 20 odd years pass and Sterling, another “little geek,” walks through the doors of LPL to meet the newest librarian on staff...

Boy Who Was Raised by Librarians, The Visit the Livingston Public Library and join Melvin, a “geeky” but endearing young boy whose innate curiosity and insatiable thirst for knowledge unite him with a trio of librarians who are willing and anxious to help him find, sort, categorize and use information of every imaginable variety (all the way from Kindergarten through college graduation!) Brad Sneed’s characteristically raucous watercolor renderings of the library and all its inhabitants keep you turning the pages to see how this little geek and his library family will fare as he grows into adulthood. Based on a true story, this tribute to libraries and learning comes full circle when 20 odd years pass and Sterling, another “little geek,” walks through the doors of LPL to meet the newest librarian on staff…

Boy Who Was Raised by Librarians, The Visit the Livingston Public Library and join Melvin, a “geeky” but endearing young boy whose innate curiosity and insatiable thirst for knowledge unite him with a trio of librarians who are willing and anxious to help him find, sort , categorize and use information of every imaginable variety (all the way from Kindergarten through college graduation!) Brad Sneed’s characteristically raucous watercolor renderings of the library and all its inhabitants keep you turning the pages to see how this little geek and his library family will fare as he grows into adulthood. Based on a true story, this tribute to libraries and learning comes full circle when 20 odd years pass and Sterling, another “little geek,” walks through the doors of LPL to meet the newest librarian on staff...

Boys, Girls & Other Hazardous Materials Drama and high school girls go hand in hand. But a new year at a new school gives Charlie a chance to start over. Then her childhood friend, Will, returns and the drama begins. After seeing a hazing gone wrong, Charlie will have to decide if she wants to come out about the wrong or let it go as so many have done in the past.

Brave Bitsy and the Bear Bitsy, a small toy rabbit and her woodland friends befriend a large woodland bear who falls asleep before reaching the den for winter. The friends are reunited in the spring and the nostalgic illustrations go from cold tones of winter to the warm hues of spring.

Bravo Zulu, Samantha Decidedly unenthusiastic about spending part of her summer vacation with her grandparents, twelve-year-old Samantha is particularly upset by her prickly grandfather's secretive behavior and decides to find out what he is hiding.

Bread and Roses, Too Seen through the eyes of Rosa's Italian immigrant family and native-born Jake Beale, Katherine Paterson uses her considerable talent to relate the story of the Bread and Roses strike of 1912 in the textile mills of Lawrence, Massachusetts. As tensions in the city escalate, Rosa and Jake Beale find themselves shipped out of harm's way to sympathetic people in Vermont. Readers will be captivated by this riveting story.

Break My Heart 1,000 Times After the "Event" which killed millions, ghosts start appearing everywhere. Veronica starts questioning why and gets caught up in a dangerous game which has consequences she can't see. Deliciously creepy, this keeps you guessing until the end.

Break up Bible, The Jen Lewis thinks her life is over when she is dumped by her perfect boyfriend. With the help of family, friends, and a self-help book from her grandmother, Jen discovers you can survive the pain of a break-up.

Breakaway Lily James -LJ - knows her place and that is right in the middle of the soccer field. She's good and she knows she's good, but when that self-importance and temper get in the way of team play, her time on the bench gives her a new perspective on more than the game.

Breaker Boys, The In 1897, Nate Tanner, the hot-tempered twelve-year-old son of wealthy Pennsylvania mine owners, goes against his father's wishes by befriending some of the boys who work in the mines and gets caught up in a disastrous clash between mine workers and the law.

Bridge to America Based on the true story of Fivel (Phil) Myzel who as an 8-year-old boy in 1920 Poland faces starvation as well as death from Cossacks who kill little Jewish boys just for sport. As the family waits eight years for Papa to send money from America so they can join him, they receive help from Beryl, the baker with a big heart. Finally, in 1921, they reunite with their father in the United States.

Bright Path: Young Jim Thorpe The Oklahoma prairie was where Jim Thorpe called home and the government Indian schools he attended as a child and youth. His tribal name meant “Bright Path” but his way was not always bright or clear. Brown takes us through Thorpe’s life through his 1912 Olympics. The story is followed by an endnote with illustrations and photographs about the discussion of his amateur status.

Bringing the Boy Home This fast-paced and refreshing adventure story is told in alternating chapters from the voices of young members of an Amazonian tribe. It is time for their test of manhood as they approach their thirteenth birthdays.

Broken Bike Boy and Queen of 33rd Street, The Fifth-grade Queen Rousseau is bright, sassy and pampered. Her superior airs don't win her many friends after being home schooled and indulged by her family. When Leroy, a smelly projects boy moves into the neighborhood, he wins the hearts of Queen's classmates and her warm, kind parents. It is Leroy and his agoraphobic actor friend Cornelius who gradually lead Queen to the realization of true friendship and self-worth.

Bronte's Book Club When a twelve-year-old girl moves from New Mexico to a seaside California town, she comes up with the idea of starting a book club to make new friends, though things don't go as planned.

Bronxwood Tyrell seeks a way out of his dysfunctional family and neighborhood of crime. Several young women want to be involved with him, but they don't seem to understand his desire to change. This book is about the art of being family with lots of action and street language. It is recommended for urban fiction collections.

Bronzeville Boys and Girls Gwendolyn Brooks celebration of African-American childhood gets a new suit of clothes as it is paired with artist Faith Ringold's exuberant, colorful illustrations. This collection of poems was first published in the 1950s and this new edition should be grabbed up for all poetry collections.

Brook Book, The Informational book about a brook. Details are given about the habitat in and around the brook and its importance to the environment.

Brooklyn Nine An amazing story of history intertwined through baseball from 1845 to 2002. Generations of one family tell their stories connecting baseball and the Civil War, segregation, WWII, and Sputnik.

Brown Rabbit in the City Rabbit is going to the city for the first time to visit his friend, Little Rabbit. There is so much to see and do. As they rush from shop to caf

Bubonic Plague: The Black Death! Excellent text, photos, and illustrations describing the Bubonic plague. Includes overview of other plagues and plague facts, glossary, bibliography, other suggestions for reading, and websites.

Bud and Gabby Feline friends Bud (big and bossy) and Gabby (small and meek) seem an unlikely pair, but Bud worries when Gabby gets sick and has to go to the vet. Bud finds a special way to show his friendship when Gabby returns. Silly but sweet story with bold pictures.

Buffalo Song The story of the first efforts to save the vanishing bison (buffalo) herds from extinction in the United States in the 1870s and 1880s. Based on the true story of Samuel Walking Coyote, a Salish (Kalispel) Indian who rescued and raised orphaned buffalo calves.

Buffalo Storm, The Hallie leaves all she knows to travel west with her family. During a storm of stampeding buffalo, she learns to conquer her fears and accept change.

Bug Off! This book includes easily read poems for young children to enjoy with a beautiful photo of the insect. Also included are facts or tidbits about the insects for older students to be challenged in their reading.

Bugs: Poems About Creepy Things Forty short poems describing bugs of all kinds. The short, silly poems include some for two voices. Amusing black and white drawings add to the fun.

Building with Dad Dad takes his young son to work to see where his new school is being built. We join them to watch from the groundbreaking all the way through until the children come. Great technical language young learners will enjoy.

Built to Last Chronological story of major architechtural feats. Full page photos emphasize the size of some of the projects ranging from tunnels to bridges to the Empire State Building and St. Louis arch. The process needed to accomplish those feats are explained in story fashion. Good for browsers and researchers.

Bullying and Me: Schoolyard Stories Outstanding essays on bullying by the victims themselves sets a powerful stage for discussion. The added comments from a counselor suggest pathways to choose in overcoming this horrible, all-too-common form of abuse. Tips for dealing with bullies conclude the book.

Bumpy Little Pumpkin, The Illustrated by Will Hillenbrand. Little Nell chooses the bumpy pumpkin for a Jack-o-lantern despite what her sisters say. The woodland animals help her by carving it into a sweet smiling jack-o-lantern.

Bunnies' Picnic, The In this rhyming story, a family of eight bunnies work together to make a stew only to see it spilled. They give a lesson on perseverance by then making a salad together.

Burned This is a riveting book written in verse in which a Mormon girl questions her father’s brutality toward his wife and children. Pattyn makes terrible choices in her rebellion but has a chance to see another life when she is sent to live with an aunt. This is a can’t-put-it-down book.

Bust to Boom An outstanding visual record of a most crucial period in our American Midwest history. This 110 pictorial display can stand alone on its own merits but the enlightening text provides valuable commentary to understanding the composition of the state’s population and its inevitable shift away from rural life toward today’s urbanization and industrialization.

Bust to Boom An outstanding visual record of a most crucial period in our American Midwest history. This 110 pictorial display can stand alone on its own merits but the enlightening text provides valuable commentary to understanding the composition of the state’s population and its inevitable shift away from rural life toward today’s urbanization and industrialization.

Bust to Boom An outstanding visual record of a most crucial period in our American Midwest history. This 110 pictorial display can stand alone on its own merits but the enlightening text provides valuable commentary to understanding the composition of the state’s population and its inevitable shift away from rural life toward today’s urbanization and industrialization.

Bust to Boom An outstanding visual record of a most crucial period in our American Midwest history. This 110 pictorial display can stand alone on its own merits but the enlightening text provides valuable commentary to understanding the composition of the state’s population and its inevitable shift away from rural life toward today’s urbanization and industrialization.

Butterflies This book is a great early reader about the life cycle of the butterfly. Photos enhance the story.

Butterfly's Life, A This is one book in a series of eight called Animal Diaries: Life Cycles. The illustrations are magnificent. Students will not want to put it down. Includes table of contents, science lab (activities), science words (vocabulary), index, other books, and

Buzz on Bees, The: Why Are They Disappearing? This beautiful photographic essay answers questions about the decline of honeybees, describes causes and suggests ways we can help.

By the Sword: A Yound Man Meets War A fictionalized account of the memoirs of Benjamin Tallmadge, a school teacher who felt compelled to join Washington's army at the outbreak of the Revolutionary War. This is a lavishly illustrated picture book. Oil on canvas paintings by Bill Farnsworth, a timeline and additional resources make this book a nice addition to any collection.

By These Ten Bones Fantasy fans will enjoy this book. The story begins slowly but picks up. A good read for werewolf fantasy fans.

Cabin on Trouble Creek In 1803 in Ohio, two young brothers are left to finish the log cabin and guard the land while their father goes back to Pennsylvania to fetch their mother and younger siblings.

Cabinet of Wonders Twelve-year-old Petra, accompanied by her magical tin spider, goes to Prague hoping to retrieve the enchanted eyes the prince of Bohemia took from her father, and is aided in her quest by a Roma boy and his sister. Good book for those who like history with their fantasy or vice versa.

Caddy Ever After Fourth novel about the Cassson family. The story is told to us by the three youngest member. The events that occur leading up to the attempted marriage of the oldest sister Caddy are both touching and hilarious. Does not stand alone. The Reader will need previous knowledge of the characters and storyline of the family.

Callie Cat Ice Skates Callie Cat loves to skate more than anything else. When she enters a contest she wants to win. What could be more important than winning?

Campy: The Story of Roy Campanella Easy to follow biography of the first African-American major league baseball player.

Can I See Your I.D.? Ten short profiles of people who assumed different identities for a variety of reasons are outlined in this "based on true stories" book. Students who liked the movie Catch Me if You Can will enjoy reading this. Although the profiles are short, Barton includes a "What Happened Next" page that should satisfy.

Can We Share the World with Tigers? Beginning with an explanation of why tigers are endangered, this book teaches us about the many ways that a species can become extinct. It also shares what we can do to share the world with the other plants and animal species. This would be a great book

Can You Greet the Whole Wide World? Learn how to say twelve common phrases in twelve different languages in this very fun book. Great for experimenting with a variety of languages. Map at the end shows where these twelve languages are commonly spoken. A good classroom reference for teachers to use with both students and their families.

Candy The story of a guy who falls in love with a girl before he knew she was a prostitute. He becomes involved with her and she's involved with the wrong people. This is no sweet teenage romance. This is the bitter world of Candy.

Candy Bomber: The Story of the Berlin Airlift’s “Chocolate Pilot” Biography, illustrated with photos, of U.S. Air Force flier Gail Halverson, who dropped candy to children in West Berlin following World War II.

Candy Bomber: The Story of the Berlin Airlift’s “Chocolate Pilot” Biography, illustrated with photos, of U.S. Air Force flier Gail Halverson, who dropped candy to children in West Berlin following World War II.

Captain Mac: The Life of Donald Baxter MacMillan, Arctic Explorer Chronicles the life of teacher and explorer Donald Baxter MacMillan who accompanied Robert Perry on an Arctic expedition and went on exploring and resarching the Arctic for nearly 50 years. Highlights of his expeditions, a list of his awards, end notes, a selected bibliography, and an index are appended.

Captain Nobody Ten-year-old Newton dresses up as an unusual superhero for Halloween, and then he decides to keep wearing the costume. Opportunities start cropping up for him to save the day, and eventually he saves his injured brother - the local high school football hero. This novel will speak to those kids who feel left out and not part of the "in-crowd."

Captain Small Pig Small Pig, along with his friends Old Goat and Turkey, spend the day together in a rowboat on a lake. It is important to remember friends get along no matter what happens.

Carbon Diaries 2017, The Sequel to The Carbon Diaries 2015, this tale continues the saga of Laura Brown, university student in London. She's in a band and, while on tour in Europe, revolution breaks out and she must fight to get home to England. If you liked

Cardboard Cam's father is out of work and is looking everywhere for a job so that he can buy Cam a birthday present. He meets a man on the street that sells him some cardboard for his last 78¢. Cam and his father find magic with the love and laughter they put int

Caring for Cheetahs: My African Adventure Hansen has produced a beautiful photo-essay chronicling her story at the Cheetah Conservation Fund reservation. Conservation efforts are discussed as well as vast amounts of zoological information about the lives of the cheetahs themselves and the education of area farmers and ranchers so that they can help in the conservation efforts. Beautiful photography and an engaging layout are included as well as websites and glossary.

Carl's Sleepy Afternoon Carl, that wonderful rottweiller, returns in another beautiful picture book. He is supposed to stay home to nap while his family shops, but he hitches a ride on a truck then visits several shops helping people along the way.

Carly Likes Blue The story tells the readers why Carly, the Westie Dog, loves the color blue. Each page takes us through Carly's day exploring the color blue in her world through vibrant vocabulary and rhythmic text.

Carmen Learns English Carmen is learning English at school and then takes her knowledge home to teach her younger sister. This is an excellent book for the beginning of the year and teaching a respect of individual differences. (Includes a glossary of Spanish words/phrases.) Share this one with your ESOL teachers.

Carrots Grow Underground This would be a great resource for teaching the life cycle of plants and farming. The simple text and photographs describe how carrots grow. It is a nonfiction book containing a glossary, internet sites, and index.

Cars Galore This colorful book is a rhyming tribute to cars of all kinds. Whimsical illustrations of imaginary vehicles - shark car, skyscraper car, igloo car - add to the fun.

Cars, Rushing! Honking! Zooming! Car lovers will enjoy this book of all kinds of cars rushing, honking, and zooming everywhere.

Carter Finally Gets It This is a book high school boys will enjoy as it offers situations to which they can relate. Carter is entering high school, juggling his popularity with the guys from junior high with his newly-found interest in high school girls and relationships. It is full of laughable situations as well as some locker-room humor. Carter's fixation on sex keeps this a high school selection.

Carter's Unfocused, One-Track Mind After an awful summer, fifteen-year-old Will Carter returns to Merrian High none the wiser. As a sophomore, he's still interested in girls, football, and drama. But Will's world is turned upside down and he'll be forced to make the biggest decision of h

Case of the Case of Mistaken Identity When twelve-year-old Steve Brixton, a fan of Bailey Brothers detective novels, is mistaken for a real detective, he must elude librarians, police, and the mysterious Mr. E as he seeks a missing quilt containing coded information. Great characters including librarians (used as elite undercover agents.) Fun mystery with lots of action.

Case of the Incapacitated Capitals, The The capital letters in Mr. Wright's class room are all out of sorts from lack of use. But the medics gave them CPPR (Capital Position and Posture Repair) and injected them all with fresh fortified ink.

Case of the Lost Boy, The This new beginning chapter book is a series titled

Case of the Piggy Bank Thief, The 7-year-old Tessa and 10-year-old Cammie, the first female president's daughters, investigate when Tessa's piggy bank goes missing and gold is discovered on the White House grounds.

Case of the Rock 'n' Roll Dog, The The first female president's daughters look for clues to the mysteries behind missing items in the White House, while trying to control their rambunctious dog.

Case of the Ruby Slippers, The The First Kids, Cammie and Tessa - our two White House detectives - have another case to solve. Aunt Jen, the official White House hostess, is being thrown a surprise party with a Wizard of Oz theme. A dog that looks like Toto will be there - and so wil

Case of the School Ghost, The This is Book 6 in the Buddy Files series. Buddy is invited to the fourth grade sleepover at school. He is determined to find out whether the school ghost is real!

Castaway Cats Can these cats find common ground and work together to survive? In this story written in verse, the cats learn a truth that can benefit humans, too!

Cat Dreams A cat's dream includes raining mice, dogs running away, and a big bowl of kibbles and cream. Easy rhyming text and beautiful illustrations make this a charming read-aloud.

Cat Master The elderly and infirm Cat Master, the spiritual leader of all cats has a message to his successor, Buddy, intercepted. A chain of events causes Buddy to leave his pampered life indoors to return to the Outs and a feral lifestyle. A strong cast of supporting characters keeps the action moving. Some language.

Cats in Krasinski Square, The Two Jewish sisters, escapees of the infamous Warsaw ghetto, devise a plan to thwart an attempt by the Gestapo to intercept food bound for starving people behind the dark Wall.

Cats to the Rescue This is a collection of true stories about cats. From attack cats to brave mother cats we hear about tales of felines that will impress and inspire.

Celebrate Chinese New Year with Fireworks, Dragons, and Lanterns Firecrackers! Bright Colors! Dancing Dragons! Vibrant photos and simple text will make the reader feel like they're part of the celebration. This informational book is a must-have for any collection of holiday books. A more in-depth look at the specifics of the holiday is located in the back of the book along with a fortune cookie recipe.

Celestine, Drama Queen Celestine the little duck was born to be a star! She is thrilled about her role in the school play until a little bout with stage fright sets in. Mother assures Celestine that she will always be her star. The reassuring theme ensures that making a mistake doesn't define your destiny.

Cemetery Street Courtney isn't looking forward to being the new girl at the high school in Florida where she and her little brother and newly divorced mother are trying to settle in. Living at the end of Cemetery Street has its own negative stigma and Courtney has enough to handle, while dealing with her unemployed, depressed mom and finding a way to navigate through the social structure of school. When eerie happenings start taking place at the cemetery across the street, Courtney teams up with handsome Josh to do some investigating and things start to look up.

Cesar Chavez: Crusader for Social Change Signature Lives series. Biography of outstanding minority. Includes glossary, index, source notes, selected bibliography, index. Timeline tied to world events.

Cha-Cha-Chimps Ten little chimps go dancing when they are supposed to be sleeping. This is a counting book with descriptive rhyming words and delightful artwork. This is a wondeful companion to the story Five Little Monkeys.

Chalice Mirasol is a beekeeper and also the newly appointed Chalice. It is her job to bind the Circle with the new Master of the Willowlands. Usually a ceremonial role, things get complicated when the Master is called away to the human world and leaves the woodland in peril.

Chalk A beautifully illustrated wordless book children will love. Three children find a bag of magical chalk on a playground and each draws something. The drawings soon come to life and the illustrations will tell the story.

Challenger Space Shuttle Explosion, The The Code Red series explores the events in this book as well as the following titles: Nightmare on the Titanic, The 2001 World Trade Center Attack, The Texas City Disaster, The Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire, The Great Chicago Fire, The Exxon Valdez's Deadly Oil Spill, Emergency at Three Mile Island, and The Hindenburg Disaster.

Chameleon, Chameleon Pictures by Nic Bishop. Information about the chameleon written in a basic interesting way for young children.

Champ's Story: Dogs Get Cancer Too! A heartwarming story of a boy's dog fighting cancer. Students who have pets facing an illness will find this book comforting. Pages at the end of the book include information about cancer and animals, chemotherapy, and preventing cancer.

Chancey of the Maury River After being abandoned, Chancey, an albino Appaloosa horse, finds a new home with Claire who needs him as much as he needs her, but as his eyesight deteriorates, he and Claire start anew as a therapeutic team.

Charlie Bone & the Castle of Mirrors Full of plot twists and thrills this fourth addition to the Red King series will leave readers eagerly awaiting the next installment. Charlie and his friends must find a way to save Little Billy Raven from the sinister deGreys who have unpleasant plans for him.

Charlie Bone and the Hidden King Charlie and his friends have to work together to get behind the shadow and to the Red King himself in order to protect his parents. Charlie learns more about his family and the struggle with good and evil in this 5th book in the series.

Chase Phin Chase witnessed a murder and then flees trying to evade the people who think he killed the man and the actual murderer. Someone is tracking him on a black stallion, which seems to be able to track like a bloodhound. Fast paced action. Historical facts accurately woven into the novel. Horse lover appeal, also.

Chasing Vermeer When seemingly unrelated and strange events start to happen and a precious Vermeer painting disappears, eleven-year-olds Petra and Calder combine their talents to solve an international art scandal.

Cheese, The Illustrated by Johnson and Fancher. Why does the cheese stand alone? Inquiring minds want to know…just ask Margie! Stunningly expressive, humorous characters each lend a unique voice and exuberance to this "riff" on the classic Farmer in the Dell nursery rhyme. So much waits to be discovered in the illustrations kids will read it over and over.

Chew on This This book is designed to make people aware of what they are buying and eating and awareness is key to the choices you make. It is to inform kids about what's in fast food and how fast-food restaurants are run, and encourages kids to make their OWN well-informed decisions.

Cheyenne Again Bunting has recreated an experience shared by many Native Americans in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Young Bull is taken from his home and placed in the white man’s boarding school. His culture is gone, and he fails to understand why they bring him back and punish him when he runs away. His plight is vividly illustrated in acrylic and oil pictures that are realistic and detailed. The Haskell School is mentioned in the afterward.

Cheyenne Again Bunting has recreated an experience shared by many Native Americans in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Young Bull is taken from his home and placed in the white man’s boarding school. His culture is gone, and he fails to understand why they bring him back and punish him when he runs away. His plight is vividly illustrated in acrylic and oil pictures that are realistic and detailed. The Haskell School is mentioned in the afterward.

Cheyenne Again Bunting has recreated an experience shared by many Native Americans in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Young Bull is taken from his home and placed in the white man’s boarding school. His culture is gone, and he fails to understand why they bring him back and punish him when he runs away. His plight is vividly illustrated in acrylic and oil pictures that are realistic and detailed. The Haskell School is mentioned in the afterward.

Cheyenne Again Bunting has recreated an experience shared by many Native Americans in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Young Bull is taken from his home and placed in the white man’s boarding school. His culture is gone, and he fails to understand why they bring him back and punish him when he runs away. His plight is vividly illustrated in acrylic and oil pictures that are realistic and detailed. The Haskell School is mentioned in the afterward.

Chicken Boy Seventh-grader Tobin McCauley has let life pass him by since his mother died five years earlier and his family has fallen apart. This novel will capture readers with Tobin's wry, sad, immediate voice as he discovers how to nurture chickens, learning many life lessons along the way. The strong narration and the struggle with forgiveness make for moving drama.

Chickens Fly the Coop Illustrated by Henry Cole. Four chickens set out in search of the farmhouse. They mistake a doghouse, tractor, and barn for their destination. Bright, colorful illustrations and lots of silliness will appeal to young readers.

Chickens to the Rescue Farmer Greenstalk and his family are plagued by problems, mischief and mishaps, but never fear, the Chickens are here, a solution is near! But after six straight days even these cluckers get tired. Who can the Greenstalks count on to come day seven?

Chickerella In true Auch style, this story uses fowl language (eggscited, cholestera). A creative take off on Cinderella, the Auchs weave a hilarious story.

Childhood on the Farm Good resource. Author retells the stories--both nostalgic and realistic--about the children in the heartland raised on farms.

Childhood on the Farm Good resource. Author retells the stories--both nostalgic and realistic--about the children in the heartland raised on farms.

Childhood on the Farm Good resource. Author retells the stories--both nostalgic and realistic--about the children in the heartland raised on farms.

Childhood on the Farm Good resource. Author retells the stories--both nostalgic and realistic--about the children in the heartland raised on farms.

Children of the Dawnland In their first book for children, the Gears, known for their adult novels, offer a fast-paced adventure set at the end of the Ice Age. Twelve-year-old Twig is becoming a powerful Dreamer, despite her mother’s efforts to suppress this dangerous talent. As Twig’s dreams become increasingly apocalyptic and a belligerent tribe begins to systematically eliminate its neighbors, Twig embarks on a risky journey to find and enlist the help of the mysterious Cobia, a self-exiled Dreamer.

Children of the Holocaust An emotional look at different paths Jewish children took during the rise of Hitler. This book presents the stories of the children who survived in a way that young people can relate. The use of multiple quotes, some of which are hard to read, provide a look at that time of war from a child's perspective.

Chime 17-year-old Briony is convinced she's a witch. But worse, she feels responsible for her twin's injury and her stepmother's death, until befriended by a handsome Londoner who helps her see the world and herself in a new light. This lush, romantic page-turner will have readers rooting for Briony with every turn of the page!

Chinese Cinderella and the Secret Dragon Society Full of adventure, this novel is a fantasy, based on a true incident that took place in China during World War II. Chinese Cinderella (CC) seeks protection at a martial arts school when her father throws her out of the house when she had a fight with her stepmother. Soon she becomes a member of the Secret Dragon Society where she aids American soldiers.

Chipmunk's Hole Chipmunk's Hole is one of four book in the series The Hole Truth: Underground Animal Life. Illustrations and photographs are detailed and well labeled. The book includes table of contents, science lab, science words, index, bibliography, and an online r

Chocolate Moose Because Moose misread a help-wanted sign (they needed a

Choke Windy is living through the uncertainty of raging adolescence. Things change when a new student transfers to the school and befriends Windy. But what are breath sisters? In order to stay part of the "in" crowd, Windy must agree to take part in the dang

Christmas Farm Illustrated by Barry Root. Wonderful relationship between a boy and his neighbor grow as he helps her plant and tend her Christmas trees.

Christmas Kitten, Home at Last In this sequel to

Christmas Mice, The Illustrated by Stephanie Roth. Annamouse and Willamouse discover they are neighbors. By bringing their talents together, they share a cozy Christmas Eve. Delightful illustrations and a sweet tale of sharing with a town mouse and country mouse feel.

Christopher Counting When Christopher Rabbit learns to count at school his love for counting begins. He spends his day counting everything in sight, even the kiss his mom gives him at the end of his long day.

Chronicles of Ancient Darkness: #3 Soul Eater Torak, now thirteen summers old, must travel to the frozen far north to rescue Wolf from unknown evils. Renn shows her strength and loyalty as they battle the Soul Eaters to protect the Clans.

Chronicles of Vladimir Tod: Eighth Grade Bites Vladimir Tod is a partial. Partial human and partial vampire. Three years after his parents die in a mysterious accident, he finds out his father had a history he didn't know about that has come back to haunt him. The story adds a new twist to the vampire lore. Light fun, such as blood capsules in his sandwich, are mixed with the dark side of vampirism.

Chu Ju's House In order to save her baby sister, fourteen-year-old Chu Ju leaves her rural home in modern China and earns food and shelter by working on a fishing boat, tending silk worms, and planting rice seedlings, while wondering if she will ever see her family again.

Chuck's Band All Farmer Chuck's animals join in a band with him. Fat Cat Pat doesn't want to play anything and then finds her voice. Written in rhyme with many tongue twisters.

Chuck's Truck When Chuck's Truck takes too many barnyard friends to town, it breaks down. Luckily, Handy Hugh knows just what to do. A jaunty rhyme perfect for preschoolers through 2nd grade.

Cicadas! Strange and Wonderful What an appropriate title for a book about the amazing life cycle of cicadas! The author's observations of the broods, the 13 or 17 year cycle, and the descriptions of habitats make fascinating reading.

Cinco de Mayo Expository text about how Cinco de Mayo has been celebrated in America. Details of customs and traditions of this Mexican holiday.

Cinco De Mouse-o! Mouse follows his nose down the street to a Cinco De Mayo celebration. He enjoys all the sights and sounds of the celebration despite the sneaky cat and even manages to find one overlooked lemon drop that fell from the pi

Cinnamon & the April Shower One of four books in the Solomon Raven series. It's springtime and a sudden April storm frightens Cinnamon Bear and her new cub. This tale illustrates the important role of rain in animal and forest survival. The books in the series are: A Home for Pearl Squirrel, Lewis Cardinal's First Winter, Cinnamon & the April Shower, and Mason Moves Away.

Circles Around Town All about circles showing real life shapes, this book is one of a series. Excellent photography.

Circulatory System This updated book has an excellent mix of color photos, diagrams, and charts. Includes glossary, web sites, and index.

City Boy Sam has grown up in the city in Malawi complete with cars and electricity, gameboys and computers. When his mother dies, his aunt takes him to her village where there are none of the luxuries - not even beds - and he is expected to share his possessions with these new cousins. Sam struggles to understand while dealing with his shock and loss.

City Lullaby A baby sleeps through city noises of horns, motorcycles, and jack hammers. A chirping bird causes the baby to wake.

City of Fire When the museum is robbed of one of the ancient treasures, Scirye and an odd assortment of "friends" go to track down the culprit. With dragons, lap griffins, and magical creatures to both help and hinder the search, the action never stops!

City Witch Country Switch Illustrated by Scott-Gibaba-Brokholm. Two cousins meet and find out that they really enjoy each other. In the way of City Mouse & Country Mouse, these two are very different. Because they are witches they have a solution!

Civil War Kansas This title is considered one of the best written texts about Kansas during the Civil War. It is easy to read and gives insight into issues, leaders, places and villains that helped establish the state of Kansas during the Civil War. This well researched book contains a bibliography and an index.

Civil War Kansas This title is considered one of the best written texts about Kansas during the Civil War. It is easy to read and gives insight into issues, leaders, places and villains that helped establish the state of Kansas during the Civil War. This well researched book contains a bibliography and an index.

Civil War Kansas This title is considered one of the best written texts about Kansas during the Civil War. It is easy to read and gives insight into issues, leaders, places and villains that helped establish the state of Kansas during the Civil War. This well researched book contains a bibliography and an index.

Civil War Kansas This title is considered one of the best written texts about Kansas during the Civil War. It is easy to read and gives insight into issues, leaders, places and villains that helped establish the state of Kansas during the Civil War. This well researched book contains a bibliography and an index.

Claire and the Unicorn Happy Every After Illustrated by Susan Mitchell. What makes you happy every after? When Claire asks that question of fairy tale characters she discovers that everyone has his or her own answer. A wonderful discussion starter or writing prompt.

Clancy the Courageous Cow You can't judge a cow by its color! Clancy and Clanga are memorable characters that "moo"ve the reader through a great story with funny, expressive, cartoonish illustrations kids will love. Clancy is a misfit because he doesn't look like the rest of his herd. His only friend is Clanga, a misfit from the herd in the "grass is always greener on the other side of the fence" pasture. Think of it as the Romeo and Juliet of the cattle world, but with a happy ending and a wonderful positive message about how differences can be real strengths that unite instead of divide us.

Classroom, The: The Epic Documentary of a Not-Yet-Epic Kid Trevor and Libby are beginning 7th grade and want to fit in with the students of Westside Middle School. At the same time, a documentary crew is filming a piece on the average life of a 7th grader there. Students will love this humorous story written in

Claws When Emma's sister Helen goes missing, her family spends their last dollar trying to find her. They must leave their home and move into a trailer park. Emma's life now consists of crags or supernatural beings. She finds a cat that is hiding in her trai

Clementine While sorting through difficulties in her friendship with her neighbor, Margaret, eight-year-old Clementine gains several unique hairstyles while also helping her father in his efforts to banish pigeons from the front of their apartment building.

Cleopatra Rules! The Amazing Life of the Original Teen Queen This biography is a well-documented history of "the original teen queen" - not the one portrayed by her Roman enemies. This striking book presents Cleopatra's story through an unusual text, many informative sidebars, and excellent color illustrations: maps, photos of ancient artifacts, and artworks from many historical periods. Includes bibliographical references and index.

Cleopatra's Moon This historical novel features the little known story of Cleopatra Selene, the daughter of Marcus Antony and Cleopatra. Rome conquered her country and killed her parents, but she still finds a way to survive and keep her family's legacy alive.

Cleo's Color Book A rhyming text introduces children to colors. Bright illustrations with smooth swaying text. The book concludes with a glossary and putting two colors together to make a different color.

Click: One Novel, Ten Authors Novel tied together from ten different authors who have contributed a chapter to the story of George "Gee" Keane, a famed photographer. After Gee dies he leaves his grandchildren gifts that they use to discover who their grandfather really was.

Climbing Lincoln's Steps: The African American Journey *A beautifully written book depicting important African Americans' events toward equality in America beginning with Abraham Lincoln signing the Emancipation Proclamation to Barack Obama becoming president. The Lincoln Memorial has witnessed many of these events.

Clink, clank, clunk! As Rabbit drives his old car to town, it makes delightful new noises as his friends climb aboard. A fun read.

Cloaked in Red This book is a collection of eight fractured fairy tales that retell Little Red Riding Hood from different viewpoints. Identifying the fairy tale conventions in the different stories is part of the fun, and the quirky tales can be used to motivate teens to create versions of their own.

Close to Famous Cupcake baker Foster McFee and her mom flee Memphis from her mom's abusive boyfriend. They end up in Culpepper, West Virginia. With the help of some colorful townspeople, Foster begins to reach her goals while helping "the world to be a better place one cupcake at a time!"

Close to You Beautiful photos of parent and baby animals in their natural habitat. Simple text with good descriptive language. Also has extra information in back for the older readers.

Cloud Chamber, The Set on a 1950s-1960s Montana dairy farm, Nate Chance comes home from school to find his father being put in an ambulance and his mother under suspicion for the gunshot wounds sustained by his father. Thus begins a long nightmare for the family. If Nate can just win first prize in the science fair, he'll win a trip to the town where his father is hospitalized. Maybe there he can get answers to his questions.

Cobra King of Katmandu Twelve-year-old djinn twins Philippa and John embark on a journey to Northern India and Nepal in search of the long-lost and powerful talisman, the Cobra King of Katmandu. It is believed that the talisman holds the answers to mysterious deaths. Humorous fast-paced fantasy adventure that takes the reader into the world of djinn society.

Cock-a-doodle-doo, Creak, Pop-pop, Moo This book is about what farm life was like before modernization. It's rhyme and color are a celebration of the farm. It's illustrated by Brad Sneed (Kansas resident.) His illustrations are influenced by regionalist painter Thomas Hart Benton. Kansas i

Code Name Verity On October 11, 1943, a spy plane crashes in Nazi-occupied France. Two girls are captured. "Verity" is arrested by the Gestapo and during the interrogation, it's revealed that she faces an unbearable tortured death unless she discloses her mission. In o

Cold Hands, Warm Heart Both sides of the transplant process are looked at in this short novel. Fifteen year old Dani has a chance to live a normal life if a heart is found for her. When Tyler’s athletic sister dies at a gymnastics meet the heart becomes a reality. The book adds to the understanding that transplants aren’t the end all, be all. Medicines and problems change; someone has lost a loved one. The story is uplifting because of the generosity of the donor family and the extension of life for the recipient; however, a transplant doesn’t solve all problems.

Collared Peccary: Cactus Eater This is part of a six-book set of America's Hidden Treasures, unique animals in our environment. The collared peccary has adapted to the desert environment by eating cactus and forming herds. The animal rescuer in this tale was able to re-unite a baby p

Colors of Insects A+ books"; contains glossary, index, and incredible close up photos of bugs. Would make a great resource book on insect research. This non-fiction resource includes additional internet sites.

Comets, Stars, the Moon and Mars Short, lively poems about each of the planets (and, of course, Pluto) as well as other sky phenomena.

Coming Home: From the Life of Langston Hughes The lonely child's search for home is the center of this touching picture book about Langston Hughes. There are close-ups of his strong grandmother (who told him family stories of pride and glory) as well as views of his loving foster home and the streets of Kansas City, where the child heard the "jazzy old blues music that drifted down the alleys and tickled his soul." Children like Hughes who dream about a "real home" will take heart from the story of the boy who found community and grew up to write astonishing poetry about it.

Coming Home: From the Life of Langston Hughes The lonely child's search for home is the center of this touching picture book about Langston Hughes. There are close-ups of his strong grandmother (who told him family stories of pride and glory) as well as views of his loving foster home and the streets of Kansas City, where the child heard the "jazzy old blues music that drifted down the alleys and tickled his soul." Children like Hughes who dream about a "real home" will take heart from the story of the boy who found community and grew up to write astonishing poetry about it.

Coming Home: From the Life of Langston Hughes The lonely child's search for home is the center of this touching picture book about Langston Hughes. There are close-ups of his strong grandmother (who told him family stories of pride and glory) as well as views of his loving foster home and the streets of Kansas City, where the child heard the "jazzy old blues music that drifted down the alleys and tickled his soul." Children like Hughes who dream about a "real home" will take heart from the story of the boy who found community and grew up to write astonishing poetry about it.

Coming Home: From the Life of Langston Hughes The lonely child's search for home is the center of this touching picture book about Langston Hughes. There are close-ups of his strong grandmother (who told him family stories of pride and glory) as well as views of his loving foster home and the streets of Kansas City, where the child heard the "jazzy old blues music that drifted down the alleys and tickled his soul." Children like Hughes who dream about a "real home" will take heart from the story of the boy who found community and grew up to write astonishing poetry about it.

Confessions from the principal's chair After participating in a cruel prank, her mother moves them to Oklahoma, where fourteen-year-old Robin is mistaken for the substitute principal and gets to see a new perspective on bullying.

Confessions from the Principal's Chair When Robin “Bird” Miller enrolls in her new middle school in Prairie Dog, Oklahoma the secretary mistakes her for the new principal with the same name. Bird takes advantage of her 2 days as principal to make changes in the school, herself, and take a stand against bullying.

Confessions of the Sullivan Sisters Set in old-money Baltimore, the Sullivan family's ultra-rich grandmother, known as Almighty, announces that someone in the clan has offended her and unless the culprit confesses, everyone will be left out of her will! Told in three parts, the Sullivan sisters confess their betrayals - but will it be enough?

Confetti Girl After the death of her mother, Texas sixth-grader Lina’s grades and mood drop as she watchers her father lose himself more and more in books, while her best friend uses Lina as an excuse to secretly meet her boyfriend.

Conrad's Fate In this Chrestomanci tale we get a first person narrative from Conrad; a twelve-year-old who provides an interesting, thoughtful viewpoint and gives us an exciting look into Series Seven. Accompanying this magical plot are plenty of amusing new characters, well-described places, and enjoyable witticisms. This story can be read on its own, but is much richer when read as part of the series. It's a must for all Jones fans.

Cool Dog, School Dog Cool Dog, School Dog is a fun-to-read rhyming text story of a dog that follows his owner to school. It would be a great book to use as an example of great "word choice." An enjoyable read aloud!

Cool Snowboarders -X-Moves Series Daredevil athletes stretch their skills beyond in these extreme sports. Each photo essay shows how the sport began and includes record holders/breakers and their feats. Risky tricks get the prizes! Included are diagrams and labels, glossary, bibliography, index, and where to find out more.

Coping with Bullying Everyone has experienced bullying.

Copper Sun The book deals with a young girl who is taken by slave traders from her village in Africa. This is a compelling account of the life of an African into slavery in the United States. The issue of the white slavery of indentured servants is characterized too. This is a good book on this issue.

Coraline This graphic novel adaptation of Gaiman's darkly delicious book is just the right mix of fantastical landscapes and horror. Coraline happens upon a mirror world of her own where her "other parents" scheme to keep Coraline forever. Young Coraline must find a way to free her parents from the horrid looking "other mother" so they can all return to their own boring, but safe world. Junior High students will love this one!

Coraline Graphic Novel Illustrated by P. Craig Russell. Graphic novel based on a novel by Neil Gaiman about a girl who moves to a new flat only to find an evil alternative universe that mirrors the one in which she lives in.

Cork & Fuzz: The Swimming Lesson Best friends, Cork (a muskrat) and Fuzz (a possum) realize their differences when Fuzz wants to visit Cork's house but doesn't know how to swim. After some on-the-ground lessons, Fuzz falls into the water, has a moment of panic, then swims. This easy to read chapter book is brought to life with basic sight words and repetition of the text.

Corn Non-fiction book with simple labels and pictures of different types of corn and the growth cycle of the crops. Great for those PreK-2 fall harvest units.

Cottonmouth Club, The Mitch Valentine and his best friend, T.K. Murphy, have their summer vacation all planned when Mitch's parents drop a bombshell: Mitch, his brother and their mother will be spending the summer in Louisiana, guests of their mother's recently widowed sister, while Mitch's father works at the Pentagon. Thinking this is going to be the worst summer of his young life, Mitch and his brother are soon enjoying all sorts of hilarious and even dangerous activities with their Louisiana cousins. Set in the 1960s, this book would make a wonderful read aloud story for 5-7th graders.

Count Down to Fall Follow the falling leaves through the book as you count down from 10. Animals frolic and leaves fall around rhyming text. Teaching ideas are located at the back of the book and online resources, including a short musical tour of the illustrations, are located on Sylvan Dell's website.

Count Me a Rhyme: Animal Poems by the Number Fabulous photographs by Jason Stemple of Wildlife, are accompanied by counting poems by his mother, Jane Yolen.

Countdown This first book in a Sixties trilogy is told through the voice of eleven-year-old Franny Chapman. Franny is on edge as she deals with drama at home, her best friend's betrayal, and worries about a nuclear disaster. Documentary format features historic quotations and photographs.

Counting Cockatoos Beautiful illustrations. A basic counting book that children will like as they will be interested more in looking at the pictures.

Counting in the Garden In this beautifully illustrated book, children will enjoy looking for animals as they count to 10.

Counting on Grace It’s 1910 in Pownal, VT. At twelve Grace and her friend Arthur must go to work in the mill, helping their mothers work the looms. Together Grace and Arthur write a secret letter to the Child Labor Board about underage children working in the mill. A few weeks later, Lewis Hine, a famous reformer arrives undercover to gather evidence. Grace meets him and appears in some of his photographs changing her life forever.

Counting Ovejas A young boy counts colorful sheep. Text in Spanish and English.

Cowgirl Kate & Cocoa Illustrated by Betsy Lewin. Cowgirl Kate and her cowhorse Cocoa are an engaging pair. Silverman has created a winning story with a female main character. Easy to read and funny, sure to please.

Cowgirl Kate and Cocoa Cocoa, the horse, does not want Cowgirl Kate to go to school and leave him. They both come full circle to realize you can make new friends and still need each other.

Cowgirl Kate and Cocoa: Partners Beginning readers will enjoy this chapter book about the adventures of Cowgirl Kate and her horse, Cocoa.

Crackback In his first novel Coy writes a moving portrait of a teen struggling with adults who demand, but don't always deserve, respect. Miles feels at odds with his teammates, who have turned to steroids. Coy's strong first-person voice connects the story's diverse elements--family secrets, his father's rage, a budding relationship, football, and changing friendships.

Cracker! The best dog in Viet Nam A young soldier in Vietnam bonds with his bomb-sniffing dog.

Crash Bang Donkey! Farmer Gruff is exhausted from chasing the crows out of his cornfield. Donkey shows up playing instruments which disturbs Farmer Gruff until the loud music chases the crows away.

Crazy Like a Fox - A Simile Story This book is a must have for teaching similes. Great to read aloud and have children predict the correct word to finish the sentence.

Creeping Land Snails Part of the No Backbone! A World of Invertebrates series of six non-fictional books that include Roly-Poly Pillbugs, Bloodsucking Leeches, Creeping Land Snails, Stinging, Scorpions, Wiggly Earthworms, and Leggy Centipedes. This series would be fantastic to use while teaching text features as each 2-page spread provides beautiful close up photos, simple informational text, and many text features.

Crimson Crown, The This is the fourth and final novel in the very popular Seven Realms series. Young Queen Raisa struggles to maintain the peace, both within her own castle walls and outside between wizards and Clan. A simple, devastating truth concealed by a thousand-yea

Crispin at the Edge of the World Crispin and Bear, now free men, hope to lead a normal life, but these hopes are quickly dashed when they discover that members of Bear's secret brotherhood want him dead. This conflict sets the stage for another wonderful adventure story with the advent of some new characters, namely a disfigured girl named Troth. Readers of Crispin, Cross of Lead won't want to miss this book.

Cristina Keeps a Promise Cristina is faced with a difficult decision when she is offerred a chance to meet a favorite author on the same day she has promised to watch her brother in the special olympics. A delightful ending will leave readers smiling.

Crocodile Safari This book is like spending an afternoon in the wild with Jim Arnosky. The sketches, side notes, and narrative introduce the reader to an appreciation of nature in general, and crocodiles in particular. This book is packed with facts, but the observations are narrative in nature and help the reader have a "you-are-there" experience.

Cross My Heart and Hope to Spy In this sequel to I'd Tell You I Love You, but I'd Have to Kill You, it's clear that Cammie Morgan's life hasn't calmed down. Gallagher Academy will soon be infiltrated by male students from Blackthorne, a spy school for boys. Interesting characters and missions around every turn will keep readers interested.

Crossing Lines Told from the vantage point of the bystander, this book is about bullying in the form of gay bashing. A star high school football player must decide how far to go with his teammates when the bullying becomes more aggressive and violent toward Alan - a young man struggling with his own identity issues. As the cover on the books says: "How do you decide when to stand by and when to take a stand?"

Crossing of Zebras, A These poems about animals entertain as well as educate. They are lively but with puns and language play that make them interesting. The collective animal nouns and use of alliterative language and imagery make this a terrific read.

Crossing the Wire This is a compelling drama of illegal immigrants crossing the border between the U.S. and Mexico. Overwhelmed in the knowledge that his mother and little brother will soon end up living on the streets Victor decides that he must sneak across the American border where there is hope he can make enough money to send home.

Crosswire Severe drought made free-range cattlemen in 1883 desperate enough to cut farmers' barbed-wire fences to get water. 13-year-old Jessie and his family are farmers. It's his coming-of-age story that will involve readers in the tensions of conflict that has no easy answers. A small gem of a story.

Crow Call Subtle color and gentle action combine to tell his autobiographical vignette about Lois Lowry's father's return from the war.

Cruisers, The Zander, LaShonda, Bobbi, and Kambui are students at DaVinci Academy, a middle school for gifted and talented in Harlem. They are also the staff of

Cry of the Icemark, The A coming-of-age fantasy tale, this adventure tells the story of a beautiful princess and an intrepid warrior. This book heralds the arrival of a heroine who is definitely wild at heart.

Curious Adventures of the Abandoned Toys, The A wonderful tale of the secret lives of toys. Richly imagined and filled with clever, sophisticated dialogue, this story will be treasured by kids and adults alike. This would be a tremendous read-aloud.

Curious George An old book redone to include text in Spanish and English for the dual language learners.

Curse of the Campfire Weenies David Lubar continues to draw readers into this collection of warped and unusual stories. Even without the campfire you may be watching over your shoulder.

Curveball: The Year I Lost My Grip Everything Pete had planned came crashing down the summer before his freshman year. His arm is ruined after a pitching accident, and he's forced to leave the sport he loves. In a state of depression and anger, Pete pursues his love for photography and b

D is for Dragon Dance Chinese New Year and the alphabet come together! The letters have a short sentence. The explanation is in smaller print and could be used to spark even more interest. Bright and colorful it will spice up your winter.

Dad, Jackie and Me Illustrated by Colin Bootman. Tickets to see the great Jackie Robinson! But the boy's father is deaf and doesn't understand a thing about baseball. But he does understand about prejudice. Beautiful watercolor portraits bring the story to life.

Daddy Hug A charming picture book of animal daddies. They come in all shapes and sizes and make all different kinds of sounds but the one thing they have in common is making us feel safe and snug with daddy hugs.

Daemon Hall Five lucky aspiring teenage horror writers, finalists in a writing contest sponsored by world-famous horror author Ian Tremblin, have been invited to spend a night with the author at an old haunted mansion, Daemon Hall. After a night of sharing stories, the winner of the contest will get his/her story published. However, Daemon Hall has an agenda of its own, and an unending night of terror results in death. Horror fans will be quickly drawn to this fast paced novel.

Dairy Queen, a Novel D. J. does all the heavy work on their Wisconsin dairy farm since her father broke his hip and her two brothers left for college. Between milking cows, mucking out the barn, and mowing clover, D.J. takes on training Brian, the rival high school's quarterback. Then a tryout for her own school's football team develops and D.J. becomes the talk of the town.

Daltons! Smith's book cuts through the myth to present the gang as nothing more than common hoodlums. He utilizes primary sources while applying reasoned analysis to provide a comprehensive account of their exploits and especially their climactic escape, which took place at Coffeyville, Kansas.

Daltons! Smith's book cuts through the myth to present the gang as nothing more than common hoodlums. He utilizes primary sources while applying reasoned analysis to provide a comprehensive account of their exploits and especially their climactic escape, which took place at Coffeyville, Kansas.

Daltons! Smith's book cuts through the myth to present the gang as nothing more than common hoodlums. He utilizes primary sources while applying reasoned analysis to provide a comprehensive account of their exploits and especially their climactic escape, which took place at Coffeyville, Kansas.

Daltons! Smith's book cuts through the myth to present the gang as nothing more than common hoodlums. He utilizes primary sources while applying reasoned analysis to provide a comprehensive account of their exploits and especially their climactic escape, which took place at Coffeyville, Kansas.

Dance by the Light of the Moon This story of barnyard animals shows them getting ready to go out to "dance by the light of the moon," the old chorus to Buffalo Gals.

Dancing in Red Shoes Will Kill You Hilariously funny! Some people may be offended by the story line that revolves around the main character's large breasts and her sister's painting that includes male full frontal nudity and the schools censorship of the painting. High school students will feel the author's voice capture the typical teenage drama.

Dancing with Katya Anna creates ballet gloves for her little sister, stricken with polio, so Katya can dance.

Dandelions t would be hard to come up with a tale of western settlers that’s not a cliché, but Bunting has done it. She takes a look at a pioneer woman, seen through the sympathetic eyes of her daughter, Zoe. She creates scenes that makes this family larger-than-life; they capture the baked yellow heat of summer, and the golden weed that represents home. A memorable book for the way its characters struggle with unhappiness and slowly overcome it.

Dandelions t would be hard to come up with a tale of western settlers that’s not a cliché, but Bunting has done it. She takes a look at a pioneer woman, seen through the sympathetic eyes of her daughter, Zoe. She creates scenes that makes this family larger-than-life; they capture the baked yellow heat of summer, and the golden weed that represents home. A memorable book for the way its characters struggle with unhappiness and slowly overcome it.

Dandelions t would be hard to come up with a tale of western settlers that’s not a cliché, but Bunting has done it. She takes a look at a pioneer woman, seen through the sympathetic eyes of her daughter, Zoe. She creates scenes that makes this family larger-than-life; they capture the baked yellow heat of summer, and the golden weed that represents home. A memorable book for the way its characters struggle with unhappiness and slowly overcome it.

Dandelions t would be hard to come up with a tale of western settlers that’s not a cliché, but Bunting has done it. She takes a look at a pioneer woman, seen through the sympathetic eyes of her daughter, Zoe. She creates scenes that makes this family larger-than-life; they capture the baked yellow heat of summer, and the golden weed that represents home. A memorable book for the way its characters struggle with unhappiness and slowly overcome it.

Danger Box, The When his family comes in possession of an old box with a diary inside, Zoomy doesn't realize the danger involved in keeping it.

Daniel and His Walking Stick Illustrated by Constance R. Bergum. Grandfathers are found in many places. This little girl discovers a new one in the guise of a man who knew her grandfather and can share him with her.

Daniel at the Siege of Boston - 1776 (Boys of Wartime) In 1776 Boston, twelve-year-old Daniel must protect and take care of his mother and sister while his father is fighting for the Patriots. He works as a spy and messenger for the American revolutionaries, but the pleasure ends when he witnesses the horrors of war.

Daring BMXers - X-Moves Series Daredevil athletes stretch their skills beyond in these extreme sports. Each photo essay shows how the sport began and includes record holders/breakers and their feats. Risky tricks get the prizes! Included are diagrams and labels, glossary, bibliography, index, and where to find out more.

Dark Angel David never thought that he'd have to deal with his brother again. He was put away for life with no chance of parole after he murdered a child when he was a teenager. His parents and he moved away to start a new life. But now due to a legal technicality his brother has been released and is coming home. Everyone thinks he's changed, but David knows better.

Dark Companion Birch Grove Academy for Girls has many secrets that are deeply hidden within the gates of the school. Jane soon discovers that the glamorous people and façade of the school are not all as seemed. Will she be able to decipher between truth and myth? And

Dark Life When fifteen-year-old Ty, who has always lived on the ocean floor, joins Topside girl Gemma in the frontier's underworld to seek and stop outlaws who threaten his home, they learn that the government may pose an even greater threat. Fresh look in a new setting with plenty of twists and turns.

Dark Star Audrey is a superhero's daughter with powers of her own. She has always relied on her mother to "save the day" but the evil invading the Twin Cities may call for Audrey to become the hero!

Dark Unwinding, The Katharine, an orphan living on the charity of her aunt, is sent to investigate rumors of her uncle's insanity and commit him, so her aunt will inherit his estate. She finds her Uncle Tully, who is eccentric, and a whole community of people determined to

Dark Water Rising While salvaging and rebuilding in the aftermath of the Galveston Flood of 1900, 16 yr. old Seth proves himself in a way that his previous efforts never could, but she still must face his father man to man. This coming of age story is quick paced with sharp and focused descriptions. Fact and fiction are blended into Seth’s narrative by using personal accounts and journals. This historical fiction has something for almost everyone.

Darkhenge Rob’s having an awful summer; his younger fourteen year old sister is lying in a coma following a riding accident. Nearby is an archeolgical dig which may hold a key to her recovery. Druids, magic, and ancient ways pave the path for Rob to rescue his sister but not before he faces some hard truths about himself.

Darkside Jonathan Starling's father is in an asylum and his home has been attacked when, while running away from kidnappers, he stumbles upon Darkside, a terrifying and hidden part of London ruled by the descendents of Jack the Ripper, where Jonathan is in mortal danger if he cannot find the way out. Spooky enough to intrigue older readers but gentle enough for younger readers who like their stories with shivers.

Darkside: Lifeblood In this sequel to Darkside, Jonathan searches London's Darkside for the same murderer that his mother was seeking when she disappeared twelve years earlier, it becomes clear that it is Jonathan who is being hunted. Another great spooky story for the middle-aged reader.

Daughter of the Flames Set in an ancient temple, baby Zira is the only member of the royal family to survive a brutal attack. Zira is raised in secret and trained to be a Warrior Priestess. Now 15 years old, she must come to terms with her true identity and in the process save the Ruan people.

Day Out with Daddy A young boy's version of his day alone with dad. Vivid illustrations make the text dance.

Day the Stones Walked, The Pico's father spends too much time carving the enormous moai, the faces of Easter Island. Pico knows that his father believes in the tales from the ancestors that tell of the help that the moai will give when needed. But when the tsunami hits, it is Pico himself who comes to believe in the power of the great stone faces. A beautifully illustrated glimpse of what might have happened on Easter Island.

Dead & the Gone, The A companion novel to Life as We Knew It, The Dead and the Gone looks at how the same disaster effects New York City. The story revolves around high school junior, Alex Morales. His parents are missing and he must struggle to keep he and his sisters alive through unimaginable circumstances. A devout Catholic, Alex finds his faith shaken when one of his sisters dies.

Dead Connection In this high school mystery, it the suspense that surrounds three teenagers into a story about the disappearance of Nikki Parker, cheerleader, that causes the conflict. A teenage loner Murry finds comfort in visiting with the dead in the cemetery. The unusual setting keeps the reader guessing in more ways than one.

Dead Reckoning A fifteen-year-old orphan learns about life and survival when he sails from England in 1577 as a servant aboard the Golden Hind, the ship of his cousin, explorer and pirate, Francis Drake.

Deadly Drive Casey receives an anonymous envelope full of money every year around the time her mother was killed by a hit-and-run driver. Casey who shares her mother's passion for basketball is busy with practice and her new neighbor with the AAU basketball team. She still spends time with her beloved neighbor, Megan and daughter Dulcie. She also encounters a man named Rex, who seems willing to help, but is he?

Dear Author: Letters of Hope A collection of letters received and answered by some of today's most popular young adult authors. It even includes great bio information on the authors and recommends some super reads! Recommended use in writing and literature classes.

Dear Cinderella A nice retelling of the stories of Cinderella and Snow White. They exchange letters with each other telling about their lives. Delightfully written and ends with Cinderella and Snow White having their dreams come true and sharing a double wedding.

Dear Deer: A Book of Homophones The animals at the zoo have really strange behavior. The behavior is a fun way to introduce homophones. Easy reading and young children will "get it."

Dear Mr. Rosenwald Written in poetry, this story is based on the true story of Rosenwald, once a president of Sears, Roebuck and Co. As told from a little girl's perspective, everyone tries to raise money to better their school during the 1920s. Rosenwald donated most of the money while the African American families built the school.

Death Collector, The The setting for this book is in 19th century England, the Victorian Era. Robot dinosaurs have been invented to terrorize London. Four unusual people will join together to fight against this industrialist invention.

Deception A good paranormal read. The concept of ghostkeeper, as one who can communicate with ghosts, makes this story new and different. Some elements are gruesome but teenagers will be engrossed in the story once it gets to the private school. The mystery and intrigue will keep the reader involved.

Deep and Dark and Dangerous: A Ghost Story Ali finds a photograph in one of her mother's old Nancy Drew books with a girl torn out of the photo. When Ali asks her mother about the photo, however, she denies any knowledge of a girl whose name starts with T, or any memory of the photo. A quick and compelling read, this is sure to be a hit with fans of ghost stories.

Deep Cut Titled after a natural gorge and based upon true events in the lives of the author's ancestors, this book chronicles thirteen-year-old Lonzo's life at Culpepper, Virginia during the Civil War as his family struggles through the dangers and deprivations of war. Abhoring the killing that is being done by both Union and Confederate troops, Lonzo must decide where his loyalties lie when he discovers that his Aunt Mariah intends to feed poison biscuits to the Yankee soldiers quartered in her inn. This is a gripping story of one family's experiences in the Confederate South.

Deep in the Desert Each of the twelve verses in this book about desert life is paired with a familiar song such as "Down in the Valley" or "Pop Goes the Weasel." It is suggested that each poem be sung to the melody of the paired song, but they can also be read aloud. Extension activities included.

Defiance While vacationing in the country, eleven-year-old Toby, a cancer patient, learns some important lessons about living and dying from an elderly poet and her cow.

Defiance Eleven-year-old Toby's cancer has recurred. He defiantly determines not to share the information with his parents. He can't bear the prospect of hospitalization and the painful treatments. He befriends an elderly woman while vacationing in the country. Important lessons about living and dying are learned. Effective example of cross-generational friendship.

Delilver Us From Normal This novel presents an unusual portrait of a fiercely loving family's struggle with poverty, and the impact that struggle makes in a young person's life. This is a book with an intriguing, adolescent view on what normal is and why it is so important to children and teenagers.

Demon Keeper When Nat, the weirdest boy in Seattle, leaves for a date with the plainest girl in town, chaos breaks out in the house full of demons of which he is the sole guardian. Blend of fast paced action and humor.

Department Nineteen Dracula and Frankenstein are woven into this vampire tale that has Jamie unraveling the history of Department Nineteen, a secret government agency charged with hunting down vampires. These are the traditional nasty vampires, not the benevolent ones of present fiction. Jamie must learn all he can before trying to rescue his mother - all the while dealing with the knowledge of his father's secret life.

Derby Girl Bliss Cavendar does not fit in at her tiny high school in Bodeen, Texas. She is an outrageous individual with a beauty pageant loving mom. Bliss finds her perfect niche on a roller-derby team.

Desert Crossing Lucy Martinez, her brother, & his friend Kit are traveling from Kansas to Arizona to spend spring break with their father in Phoenix. The guys have a beer while driving in a fierce rain when they hit something. Thinking it’s dog, they go back to discover it’s a young girl who is dead. This starts a chain of life-threatening and life-changing events for all three of the teens.

Desk Stories Six punchy stories of desks gone wild highlight this book which will amaze and entertain any kid who's ever sat at a desk in a classroom. Presented in graphic-novel format, look for this to spark some creativity.

Desperate Journey Jim Murphy builds in lots of suspense to the story, and you feel as if you're traveling along the Erie Canal in 1848 with the family of 12-year-old Maggie Haggerty. Maggie is a truly compelling character who, with her family, triumphs against all odds.

Dessert First Third grade Dessert learns a difficult lesson for herself as she sneaks and hides a specially-prepared dessert. The dessert and the deceit help her to set an important goal and learn huge lessons in the process.

Destroy All Cars 17-year-old James Hoff isn't happy. He doesn't like American consumer culture and he doesn't like his ex-girlfriend. Unfortunately, he can't avoid either of them. His story is told through his AP English essays and his private journals. You will see his voice come through in both formats.

Detective Blue Little Boy Blue has grown up and is a detective solving "nursery crimes." In a graphic novel format, Tedd Arnold (of

Devine Intervention Heidi hears a voice in her head and it's none other than June Hancock - a rebel teenager who lived decades before Heidi's time. Jerome is Heidi's guardian angel - sort of. He's more of an angel trainee in heaven's soul-rehabilitation program for wayward

Dexter the tough A sympathetic teacher and her writing assignment help fourth-grader Dexter deal with being the new kid in school after he punches a kid on the first day.

Diamond Willow Set in Alaska, twelve-year-old Willow enjoys mushing her father's sled dogs more than anything. She finally persuades her parents that she is old enough to mush the dogs the twelve mile distance to visit her Athabascan grandparents. However, an accident on the return trip blinds Roxy, her father's favorite dog, and Willow must save the dog from euthanasia. Written in beautiful diamond-shaped poems written to resemble the shape of diamond willow branches with a special message printed in bold type in the middle of each poem, this book is sure to please all readers.

Diamond Willow In a remote area of Alaska, twelve-year-old Willow helps her father with their sled dogs when she is not at school, wishing she were more popular, all the while unaware that the animals surrounding her carry the spirits of dead ancestors and friends who care for her.

Diary of Pelly D., The Set on a planet in the future which has been populated with genetically chosen people, a worker, Toni V., discovers the diary of Pelly D. As he reads we discover that the society is going through an upheaval and now there is a chosen race and Pelly, who has always been privileged is not. As Pelly's life slowly disintegrates we are reminded of the Holocaust. A must read.

Did Fleming Rescue Churchill? A Research Puzzle This fast-paced story takes the reader on a journey as Jason learns that boring research can turn into an adventure. The element of research such as checking the reliability of information found on the Internet is so vital to this computer generation.

Difficult Boy, A When nine-year-old Ethan becomes an indentured servant at the Lyman's to save his parents farm he meets Daniel, "Paddy." He also endures harsh punishments and is uncomfortable witnessing the unjust treatment of Daniel and the cheating of customers in Mr. Lyman's store. But what can one boy do to change what is?

Dinosaur Babies Excellent photo-like illustrations have "kid appeal." Special text features, informational graphics, pronunciation guides, informational expository text clues. An eight book series from I Love Reading: Dino World.

Dinosaur Dinosaur Illustrated by Daniel Kirk. Little dinosaur has so much to accomplish before the sun sets. Written in silly rhyming prose.

Dinosaur Starts School Starting to school can be a scary event if you don't know what to expect! A little boy tells his dinosaur all the things he might encounter on his first day of school and all the fun he will have!

Dinosaur Thunder A Newbery Honor author and a Caldecott Honor illustrator combine talents to create an imaginative story of a little boy's attempts to conquer his fear of thunder. With the help of his family members, Brannon finally comforts himself by comparing the thun

Dinosaurs The perennially fascinating subject of dinosaurs has a new addition to books librarians and teachers will reach for first. Simple explanations of the dinosaur family tree and the characteristics that were unique to dinosaurs found on various continents are the book's foundation. Excellent illustrations, fact boxes, glossary, timeline and index are included as well.

Dinosaurs Don't, Dinosaurs Do From the series "I Like to Read", this book skillfully combines text and illustrations to create a great easy reader. A splendid book to use with primary grades for behavior modeling.

Dinothesaurus: Pre-historic Poems and Paintings These dinosaur poems are a sure hit as they amuse and inform. The collage pictures will enchant the reader and encourage them to hunt for the dinosaur's name found throughout each page.

Dirt on My Shirt A collection of 34 silly poems on kid friendly topics such as lost baseball hats, bubble baths, family, friendship and nature. Book includes a challenge to readers to find 30 creatures in the illustrations for the poem, "What do you see?" A fun, catchy and appealing read that is sure to be a hit with young children.

Dirty Liar After escaping from a bad situation with his mother and her abusive boyfriend, Benji moves in with his father, stepmother, and half-sister. Benji hangs out with the other losers in his new high school until he meets a girl that makes him yearn for a normal life. When his stepmother reads his journals and finds out the horror his previous life entailed, the healing process begins.

Do Lions Live on Lily Pads? This cleverly done question and answer format book helps young readers to demonstrate their knowledge of animal habitats. Bright illustrations, humor and an interactive format make this a perfect choice for a read aloud.

Do Rabbits Have Christmas? Illustrated by Sarah Fox-Davies. A collection of fifteen poems laced with figurative language that highlights the natural wonders of winter and the Christmas season. The lyrical verses are illustrated with pencil and water color paintings depicting beautiful scenes of frost coated windowpanes, animal tracks in the snow, and drift surrounded trees decorated with carrots for yes, rabbits do have Christmas!

Do the Math: Secrets, Lies, and Algebra This is a fun mystery involving main character Tess, whose unique view of life has her imagining everything around her as it relates to math. Tess's life is filled with interesting teachers, annoying boys, frustrating parents, and just about any other typical teen problem readers can imagine.

Do Unto Otters: A Book About Manners Lively, golden rule pun book. Characters cute and appealing. Would work as a read aloud in small group settings or with the counselor.

Do You Know the Monkey Man? This is a great emotional and fast-paced suspense novel. Samantha was three when her twin sister drowned, her parents divorced and she hasn't heard from her father in ten years. After trying several methods to find her father, she visits a psychic. Sam comes away confused by the psychic's revelation that her sister isn't dead.

Dog Diaries: Secret Writings of the WOOF Society A secret meeting of a group of entertaining and literate dogs serves to combine a collection of short stories that share WOOF (words of our friends). The collection offer stories from history (Abu: the dog who ruled Egypt) and humorous stories, such as the one about Tidbit, the dog who sang with Johnny Cash at the Grand Ole Opry. This book should have good kid appeal.

Dog in Boots In this circular story, Dog is inspired by the story of

Dog Lost When Mackenzie's dad dumped the new pit bull puppy in bed with him neither one knew the extent the two would be bound together. When his dad gets rid of Cash and the town is enacting laws against pit bulls a chain of events begins ending with an unlikely hero and a brighter future for many.

Dog Scouts of America (Dog Heroes) This book, from the Dog Heroes series, gives readers a chance to read about real-life heroes. Dog Scouts of America is made up on dogs and their owners; one important goal is for people and pets to work together to learn new skills. Includes bibliographical references and index.

Dog Who Belonged to No One, The A delightful story of a stray dog and lonely girl just by chance ending up together. Amy Hest does a beautiful job of telling this heart-warming story.

Dogboy In 1346, 12 yr. old Brind, an orphaned kennel boy, raised with hunting dogs at an English manor, accompanies his master, along with half the manor’s prized mastiffs, to France, where he must fend for himself when both his master and the dogs are lost at the decisive battle at Crecy. Fast-paced action includes narrow escapes at every turn. Riveting plainspoken writing about the brutality and absurdity of battle. Readers who favor medieval adventures are sure to enjoy.

Dogs Part of the Smart Animals! Series. Information is shared about the animal with glossary and resources listed. Other titles include Chimpanzees, Crows, Dolphins, Elephants, Gorillas, Octopuses, Parrots, Pigs, Sea Lions, and Wolves.

Dog's life, A Squirrel, a stray puppy, tells her life story, from her nuturing mother and brother to making her own way in the world, facing busy highways, changing seasons, and humans both gentle and brutal.

Dog's Life: the Autobiography of a Stray Like many of Ann Martin's books, this captures the reader's attention with a warm and wonderful story of the life of a stray dog. This dog was born into the wild, traveled from one town to another constantly in search of food and then companionship. She experienced cruelty, abuse, friendship and love. A good overview of the many ways that humans treat animals.

Dogs of Winter, The Ivan is a young boy who's known hardship from early on. His mother disappears after a fight with her abusive boyfriend and Ivan must learn to fend for himself as he takes to the streets. Eventually he finds himself living among a pack of wild dogs - the

Doll with the Yellow Star, The Claudine doesn't understand why she must wear a yellow star on her coat. Her friends don't have one. She is told she will leave France to go to America. To help her keep Maman and Papa close she sews their picture in the star she sews into Violette's (her doll) cape.

Dolphins in the Navy The Navy Marine Mammal Program began training dolphins in 1960. Since that time, dolphins have been used to search ports for hidden sea mines. This excellent book tells how dolphins have been an important part of our country's defense for over 50 years.

Dolphins on the Sand A pod of dolphins become stranded on a sandbar. People come to their rescue but have to wait until they are strong enough to swim out in the ocean.

Don't Be Afraid, Little Pip It's time for Pip the penguin to learn to swim, but she's too afraid to join the other penguins. Instead, she decides to learn to fly. After some flying mishaps, Pip accidently falls in the ocean and her new friend, Merry, teaches her to swim. Pip soon learns that swimming can feel just like flying.

Don't Be Silly, Mrs. Millie! So clever play on words. Students will enjoy making up words of their own. Illustrations add humor--simply delightful!

Don't Know Much About Dinosaurs Questions and answers provide information about dinosaurs, including the different species, what they ate, how they lived, and why they may have become extinct.

Don't Know Much About Mummies Presents information on mummies in question-and-answer format, explaining how various cultures around the world made mummies in ancient times and what scientists learn by studying them.

Don't Sit On My Lunch Illustrated by John McKinley. Freddy wants to win the one open place on the soccer team. He has to first get by Max, the biggest bully in first grade.

Don't Talk to Me About the War Set in Bronx, New York, in 1940, thirteen-year-old Tommy is interested in maintaining a quiet, mundane life filled with school, friends, playing baseball, and keeping up the Brooklyn Dodgers. However, he can't escape the war because his friend Beth makes sure that he reads the war news in the paper and his friend Sara is worried about the fate of her relatives in Europe. Adler has written another winner about this tense time in American history.

Doodleday Harvey's "come-to-life" drawings wreak havoc around the house and the whole neighborhood until Mom arrives home after a trip to the store and restores order. Great fun!

Double Chap is a kid on the street that desperately wants to escape his past and remain hidden. When he is recognized as the missing Cassiel, Chap decides that this may be the perfect place to hide. However, he soon discovers that being Cassiel may be more dan

Double Eagle Mike, 13, is again spending the summer with his dad off the Alabama coast instead of being in California with his mom. Shipwreck Island doesn’t hold much for him until he meets Kyle and together they explore the old fort in search of gold left from the Confederacy's mint in New Orleans. Others are searching for the lost gold as well and the approaching hurricane heightens the dangers.

Double Eagle In 1973, Michael and Kyle’s discovery of a rare Confederate coin near an old Civil War fort turns into a race against time as the boys try to find more coins before a hurricane hits Alabama’s Gulf coast.

Double Identity Bethany's life has been pretty normal for almost thirteen years, but that is about to change. Her overprotective parents suddenly drop her on the doorstep of an aunt she never knew existed. Some of the townspeople are spooked by her uncanny resemblance to a dead girl named Elizabeth. Who is Elizabeth and what is her connection to Bethany? Fans of the Shadow Children series will eagerly embrace this newest offering by Haddix.

Double Life of Zoe Flynn, The When Zoe’s family has to live in their van for months after moving from California to Oregon so her father can find work, Zoe tries to keep her sixth-grade classmates from discovering that she is homeless.

Double Trouble Groundhog Day Illustrated by Lorinda Cauley. Must have for Groundhog Day. Grandpa is going to retire and which twin will get the job? A great story about cooperation and helping others.

Double-click for Trouble Disobeying by using the computer and having Whip in the house gets Eddie in big trouble. He has to go stay with his great uncle Peavey for the whole month of school break. Sheldon, Indiana holds secrets for Eddie as he gains understanding beyond his thirteen years.

Dough Boy This problem novel deals with the subject of obesity. Tristan, now 15, is a good student but mostly a social zero because of his weight. He has a couple of close friends and seems to cope pretty well until the entrance of Kelly, his mother's boyfriend's daughter. She thinks of herself as a nutritionist and rags on both Tristan and her father. And she starts dating Tristan's best friend. The book is filled with teen angst including some sexual references.

Down the Mysterly River The ultimate Boy Scout Max finds himself lost in the woods and doesn't remember what happened. Things get even stranger for Max when he meets a talking badger who tells him that he doesn't know how he got to the forest, but he remembers getting killed. They find themselves on the run from a group of mysterious hunters and solve the mystery on how to get home.

Down the Rabbit Hole: An Echo Falls Mystery This is a top-notch murder mystery for young adults. Ingrid finds herself in the middle of both the community theater production of Alice in Wonderland and a local murder mystery. Ingrid is way over her head and in danger, and her character is so compelling you must read to see how she gets out of trouble.

Dragon Castle 15-year-old Prince Rashko is left with his brother to defend the kingdom after their parents mysteriously disappear. This is a fascinating story of adventure, magic, and a secret hidden deep within the castle.

Dragon is Coming! Similar to The Sky is Falling, a mouse frightens all the animals by shouting a dragon is going to eat the sun. All the animals run to hide in the barn when dog comes in and announces the storm is over.

Dragonfly Prince Ramil and Princess Taoshira have been forced to marry to save their joining kingdoms. The only problem is the two can’t stand each other. Can they overcome their differences and join together to fight a common enemy?

Drama Callie loves the theatre and would totally try out for the middle school's play, but she's a terrible singer. Instead, she's the set designer and is determined to create a set worthy of Broadway - on a middle-school budget. This delightful book features

Dramarama Best friends Sayde (Sarah Paulson) and Demi (Douglas B. Howard) are both accepted to a summer theater camp. Tables are turned and the friendship is tested when Demi becomes the star of the show and even lands the boyfriend of his dreams.

Drawing a Blank Carlton Dunne IV lives in a prep school, feeling isolated from his father who has become so eccentric that he has driven Carlton’s step-mom and half sister away. But when his father is kidnapped in Scotland as part of feud going back for generations, he must find a way to rescue his father. Part cartoon, part novel, this story is hilariously funny.

Drawing and Learning About Series The perfect series for the drawing book fans. An ingenious combination of informational text and drawing technique. Fun facts about the topic are included with every two-page spread. Twelve titles in the series.

Drawing from Memory Allen Say is hopefully a familiar name from elementary years due to his Caldecott-winning book Grandfather's Journey. In this, his autobiography, he shares not only the story of his early years, but photos and art as well. Liberal use of these artifacts move the reader along through brief blocks of text on each page. Say's is an interesting story, especially for budding artists, and his reconnection with his mentor inspired by this book shows the power of a good teacher.

Dream Jar, The Illustrated by Serena Curmi. A little girl's sister helps her to overcome her scary dreams by sharing "the secret" with her. Illustrations give the text a dreamlike quality. Excellent read and discuss book.

Dream Something Big: The Story of the Watts Towers Piece by piece the towers took shape…amidst skepticism. There was no plan. Chips of broken tiles and thrown away pieces began the work of art that rose nearly 100 feet in the air. Sam, the Italian immigrant, mixed, pressed, and smoothed his pieces into what has become a US National landmark. A "recipe" for the reader's very own tower can be found at the end of the amazing story.

Dreamer The Fictionalized biography of the childhood Nobel Prize winning poet Pablo Neruda. The beautiful design of the book and the poetic flow and compelling drama of the story will keep students reading. The Peter Sís illustrations will intrigue them

Drita, my homegirl When ten-year-old Drita and her family, refugees from Kosovo, move to New York, Drita is teased about not speaking English well, but after a popular student named Maxine is forced to learn about Kosovo as a punishment for teasing Drita, the two girls soon bond.

Drive Daddy is a big rig driver. He wakes up early and has a very active day of driving. An easy book to read that children will enjoy.

Driven: A Photobiography of Henry Ford The newest in National Geographic's series of biographies for young readers, this book, like the others in the series, uses archival documents to effectively enhance the story of the subject. The life of Henry Ford is covered chronologically and objectively, not glossing over troubles in the Ford industry and other unsavory opinions Ford made public in his later life. Includes a chronology of Ford's life, a list of resources for further study, and an index.

Drizzle Eleven-year-old Polly Peabody lived on a magical rhubarb farm that starts to wither away due to drought and her brother develops a terrible illness. Polly searches for a way to bring rain and magic back to the farm and to heal her brother.

Drop of Water, A Follow a drop of water from a child's fingertips to the clouds, mountains, down through woods, streams, ponds and back to the child in the brook. The illustrations are beautiful. Use for water units.

Drummer Boy The little drummer boy quickly becomes a child's favorite gift. After accidentally being knocked in the trash, the drummer boy goes on an adventure. He returns to the child just in time to enjoy the spirit of Christmas.

Duck at the Door It was a quiet night until…there was a knock on the door and a perfectly comfortable existence in a perfectly comfortable house was turned upside down by the arrival of the Duck at the Door…aka MAX. Dynamic illustrations make MAX and all his new friends memorable. MAX is only there for a while but readers will want him to come back, and he does, with friends!

Duck Dunks Super text in rhythmic pattern for a fun counting book. Great vocabulary building book.

Duck for Turkey Day Tuyet doesn't understand why her family insists on eating duck for Thanksgiving. She is embarrassed to report to her class what she ate for her family celebration, only to find out that she wasn't the only one who did not have turkey for dinner.

Duck Tents Five little ducks decide to go camping. Their adventure includes pitching tens, fishing, and building a campfire. The rhyming texts tells how each settles into his own tent until things get a bit scary for them.

Duckling Gets a Cookie!?, The Pigeon is back in his seventh book with his typical tirades. Duckling has gotten a cookie by simply asking politely. Pigeon rants on and on about all the things he has asked for, yet never received. His ranting ends when Duckling offers him his cookie.

Dust to Eat: Drought and Depression in the 1930a The 1930s in America will always be remembered for twin disasters-the Great Depression and the Dust Bowl. Michael L. Cooper takes readers through this tumultuous period, beginning with the 1929 stock market crash that ushered in the Great Depression and continuing with the severe drought in the Midwest, known as the Dust Bowl.

Each Little Bird That Sings Comfort Snowberger's family owns the town funeral home. So this ten year old has been to many funerals…247 to be exact! Her great uncle Edisto dies and then her great-great-aunt Florentine dies. She was Comfort's favorite aunt. Her cousin, Peach, is such a nuisance but Comfort agrees to look after him at the funeral. She misses her aunt terribly and writes an obituary for the paper. It's a funny, compassionate story about death, family love and friendship.

Each little bird that sings Comfort Snowberger is well acquainted with death since her family runs the funeral parlor in their small southern town, but even so the ten-year-old is unprepared for the series of heart-wrenching events that begins on the first day of Easter vacation with the sudden death of her beloved great-uncle Edisto.

Earth Mother Illustrations are magically done with watercolor and colored pencil. Each could be a poster. Earth Mother walks, swims, and climbs while she nurtures creation. She is able to sleep peacefully knowing that all of creation, in its own way, is perfect.

Earth to Clunk A science fiction story develops when a boy is assigned a pen pal from another planet. Letters and packages are exchanged and he discovers pen pals can be fun and interesting.

Earthquake in Haiti The news was saturated with stories about the Haitian earthquakes. This overview of the historic disaster will give readers an even better perspective on the devastation caused by this 7.0 earthquake and its powerful aftershocks. With personal stories from several Haitians, and full color photos, the reader is guaranteed a safe look at the devastation.

Easter Egg, The It's Spring and the rabbits are decorating eggs for the contest that will determine who will get to help the Easter Bunny deliver the eggs on Easter morning. It is Hoppi's first year to be old enough to participate and he cannot decide what kind of egg to make. He finally resolves to just do the best he can when something unexpected happens and Hoppi becomes a hero! Exquisitely illustrated and a perfect read aloud for the holiday.

Easy Readers might initially be put off by Jessica’s sexually acting out behavior at the beginning of the story. However, as they get to know the character, the author’s intent becomes clearer in showing how the young girl’s low self esteem and family dynamics have left her feeling unloved.

Eating Enchiladas (Simply Sarah) The story is about friendship and learning new things. Sarah finally decides to do her country report on Mexico and how to make it special.

Eating Up Gladys Hilda and Rose have had it with their older sister's bossiness when she is left in charge of them and the baby. They decide that they are going to eat her up!

Eclipse It's 1952, and Gabor's family has just escaped Hungary via Australia, they have finally obtained visas and are on their way to live in the two-bedroom apartment with Peti's family until they can get established. The arrangement is anything but easy, as tensions rise, Peti begins to wish that it had been his loving grandfather Apa who made the trip instead of his sometimes mean cousin.

Eco Dogs Rescued dogs are trained to locate everything from missing pythons, to plants, to specific animal "scat" in this book from the

Eddie's Kingdom Eddie's kingdom is his apartment building where all the tenants are at odds with each other--and Eddie. Armed with pencil and paper Eddie sets out to bring peace to his kingdom by creating a special group drawing. He knocks on each door and asks if he can draw the tenant's picture. During the sitting he listens to each one's complaint, suggesting or presenting a solution. Once the drawing is complete he invites everyone in his kingdom to the unveiling where they see themselves caricatured stubborn animals.

Edenville Owls After World War II, fourteen-year-old Bobby Murphy and his friends start a basketball team without a coach. Coming of age story as he deals with romance and fear for his teacher who has a mysterious stranger threatening her. Numerous references to post-WWII radio and movie personalities.

Edgar Allen's Official Crime Investigation Notebook Fifth grade friendships and sadnesses weave in and around a thief who leaves poetic clues. In this fast-paced journal-type mystery, Edgar discovers the "gift" of poetry.

Egypt in Spectacular Cross-Section By the author of the cross section series, this book takes the reader on a trip through ancient Egypt's bustling river ports, pharaohs tombs, and on an inspection of the seven steps of mummification. The details and artwork are extraordinary.

El Barrio Follow a little boy as he introduces readers to urban life and the Latino culture. Bright, vibrant illustrations support the vocabulary in this celebration of diversity.

Electric Animals Very informative book about eight creatures that have a power no other animals have - electric power. You will read how some can electrocute a large fish or even a person. Others target their victims in near total darkness using electricity. Excellent photos in this

Electricity Questions and answers are given on pages with simple but accurate illustrations.

Electrifying Eco-Race Cars Part of a set called

Elephant Run Nick endures servitude, beatings, and more after his British father's plantation in Burma is invaded by the Japanese in 1941, and when his father and others are taken prisoner and Nick is stranded with his friend Mya, they plan a daring escape on elephants, risking their lives to save Nick's father and Mya's brother from a Japanese prisoner of war camp.

Elephant Run In 1941 London, fourteen-year-old Nick Freestone loses his apartment in a bombing raid. His mother sends him to Burma to live with his father on the family's teak plantation. Japanese capture their village and his father is taken prisoner. Nick and Mya his friend plan an escape for their families using wild timber elephants. Action-packed novel.

Eleven When Sam, who can barely read, discovers an old newspaper clipping just before his eleventh birthday, it brings forth memories from his past, and, with the help of a new friend at school and the castle they are building for a school project, his questions are eventually answered.

Elijah of Buxton In 1859, eleven-year-old Elijah Freeman, the first free-born child in Buxton, Canada, a haven for slaves fleeing the American south, uses his wits and skills to try to bring to justice the lying preacher who stole money to be used to buy a family's freedom.

Elijah of Buxton In 1860, eleven-year-old Elijah Freeman is the first freeborn child born in the Canadian town of Buxton. He helps his friend track down a thief who stole the money to set a family free. Welcome addition to historical fiction genre and wonderful choice for classroom study.

Elizabeth Leads the Way This well-researched biography explains the right to vote played an important role in improving women's economic and social status. It gives a great overview of the beginning of the movement using clear and concise language. Includes bibliographical references.

Ella Sets Sail Ella, the little elephant, has a new unexpected adventure. Her hat blows away while she is at the carnival and what an adventure comes her way!

Ella Sets the Stage Ella's school is holding a talent show. Ellas is unable to figure out her talent. She lovingly helps all of her friends prepare and by this, realizes her talent is being a friend.

Ellis Island: Coming to the Land of Liberty Illustrations and text explain how Ellis Island became the beacon of hope for immigrants coming to America.

EllRay Jakes is 3rd grader EllRay Jakes is the smallest kid in the class and he has a bully problem. EllRay's father has promised a family trip to Disneyland if he can stay out of trouble for a week. This proves to be the real challenge.

Elsewhere Fifteen-year-old Liz Hall dies and ends up in Elsewhere. Killed in a hit-and-run accident, Liz struggles to understand what has happened to her, grief-stricken at all she has lost, and incapable of seeing the benefits of the Elsewhere in which she finds herself. Funny and fast-paced, Liz makes peace with her life and death.

Elsie's Bird After the death of her mother, Elsie's father makes the decision to leave Boston for far-away Nebraska. Sadness keeps Elsie from getting to know her new surroundings and she's only able to connect to the animals around her.

Elvis & Olive This realistic novel is about two girls and unlikely new best friends who spend the summer spying on and uncovering secrets of their neighbors. Readers will get a kick out of the girls' spy adventures.

Ema Jean Lazarus Fell Out of a Tree Hyper-rational Emma Jean doesn't often understand her seventh grade classmates. When she decides to put her analytical mind to work to solve some of their problems, it seems that Emma Jean's own begin. A wonderful story of acceptance and belonging.

Emil and Karl This book was written for children in 1940 in Yiddish. This is the first translation into English. It is about two friends, Emil and Karl who witness horrendous acts of cruelty by the Nazis. The boys are nine.They are taken by a group of resisters and a sense of stability.

Emily’s Fortune In this Wild West melodrama, orphaned Emily Wiggins and her turtle travel by stagecoach to live with an aunt, but a devious Uncle has other plans which Emily and fellow orphan Jackson must derail.

Emily’s Fortune In this Wild West melodrama, orphaned Emily Wiggins and her turtle travel by stagecoach to live with an aunt, but a devious Uncle has other plans which Emily and fellow orphan Jackson must derail.

Emily's Everyday Manners Illustrated by Steve Bjorkman. Positive descriptions of basic rules of everyday etiquette in a variety of routine and special situations. Accompanied and reinforced by age appropriate text, lots of tips, and cheerful illustrations. Support for "Manners Monday" and character education programs.

Emma Dilemma and the New Nanny Emma O’Fallon has many adventures. Many of them revolve around her pet ferret, Marmaduke, who is consently missing. When Emma’s mother finds Marmaduke in her mattress, she threatens to return him to the pet store unless Emma can show some responsibility. Emma also wants to be part of a soccer team but is afraid her mother won’t let her play if she isn’t more responsible. A new nanny comes and Emma knows she has an ally.

Emma Dilemma and the Two Nannies A sequel to Emma Dilemma and the New Nanny opens with the prospect of a three week vacation for their nanny. Faced with the thought of the uncool Mrs. Potts substitute nanny, the five children plot to make sure their parents don't keep the new nanny.

Emory's Gift Thirteen-year-old Charlie, lonely after the death of his mother, encounters a very unusual grizzly bear in this heart-warming tale of a boy's discovery of what really matters - faith, family, and love - set in 1974 Idaho.

Encyclopedia of Me, The Written entirely in 13-year-old Tink's hilarious encyclopedia entries, this unusual writing style cleverly tells her story by using the letters/definitions starting with A. The first-person narrative demonstrates a great model to design informational tex

Endangered After rescuing a baby bonobo orphan, Congolese-American Sophie must struggle to survive and protect Otto as they trek across the Congo during a nasty civil war in order to reach her scientist mother and safety.

Endgame Gray Wilton is ready for a new start in a new school; he was bullied in his old school and responded violently. Now with a new school he’s hoping things will be different. Unfortunately, there is no change and every adult, including his parents, turns a blind eye to his suffering and the result is tragedy.

Enigma: A Magical Mystery The story is engaging and entertaining, the details of the backdrops add significantly to the richness and the texture of the tale. Many of the hidden clues were easy to find and decipher in this book.

Eoin Colfer's Legend of the Worst Boy in the World Will Woodman has a hard time finding someone at home to listen to his problems. So he decides to rely upon his grandfather, the lighthouse keeper. However, it always seems that his grandfather's woes are much worse than Will's.

Eon: Dragoneye Reborn Eon has spent his life studying dragon magic in hopes to be chosen as a Dragoneye, an apprentice to one of the twelve dragons of good fortune. Only there is one problem--secretly Eon is Eona!

Epossumondas Saves the Day Mama needs some sody sallyraytus to make Epossumondas his favorite dessert for his birthday. Epossumondas offers to go to the store to get it but, no, Mama needs him. Different ones go to get it but never return. Epossumondas finally goes and saves them.

ER Vets, Life in an Animal Emergency Room Illustrated with real photographs of animals receiving medical care, this book illustrates the behind-the-scenes treatment of animals in an emergency room. Captions and sidebars give the reader a deep understanding of animal medicine. Complete glossary and source notes will help the student with additional research.

Erased by a Tornado! The Super Tuesday Tornado Outbreak of February, 2008, was the killer of 57 people. Discussions of tornado alley, kinds of tornados, unpredictability, and more are contained in this expository book.

Ernest Hemingway: A Writer's Life A very readable survey of the memorable life of Ernest Hemingway, one of America's favorite authors. No wonder his books were so interesting with characters full of life; they mirror the life of the author himself!

Errol and His Extraordinary Nose Errol thinks of himself as clumsy and awkward, without any talents so he won't enter the talent show. His dad gives him a book that tells of all the special skills of elephants. The message rings clear that everyone has a talent or something that makes them special.

Escape to West Berlin In 1961 East Berlin, thirteen-year-old Heidi copes with the stress of a crisis with her best friend, government pressure on her father to leave his West Berlin job, her mother's pregnancy, and the ever-present threat of the closing of the border with West Berlin.

Escaping into the Night This is an eloquent tale of a young girl living during the Holocaust who flees from the Nazi-controlled Ghettos and takes refuge in the woods with other Jews. A very thoughtful, well-written first-person account of a little-known aspect of the Holocaust, the danger-filled account of one girl's strength in the face of destruction brings teens close to a part of Holocaust history seldom told.

ESP: Extrasensory Perception Sometimes called the “Sixth Sense” this book gives an easy to understand version of the background and study of ESP, as well as serving as a resource for Web sites and other books on the subject.

Estrella's Quinceanera This book deals with the Mexican tradition of a girl coming out party at age 15. But it is more, dealing with peer pressure and prejudice. Social and different culture issues make this book timely.

Eternal Ones, The: What if Love Refused to Die? Seventeen-year-old Haven can't wait to escape the oppressive life she leads in Snope, Tennessee. Moving away from her domineering grandmother and ever-watchful pastor will allow Haven to find out why she has such strong memories of a former life and to seek out Ethan Evans. Haven is certain that Ethan was her true love in a former life and that their lives ended together in tragedy, and that they are once again destined to find one another. Paranormal romance readers will be delighted with this tale.

Eva Underground In 1978 Eva Lott finds her normal life in a comfortable Chicago suburb uprooted when her father moves them to Communist Poland to help with a radical underground movement. Everywhere she goes, the government is watching.

Even an Ostrich Needs a Nest This nonfiction picture book describes materials used by species of birds around the world. Readers will be amazed by the variety of nests from those as heavy as a car to those as small as a ping-pong ball. A map is included to show where all the species live, along with tips on providing materials that birds can use in nesting.

Ever This grand mythological tale is the story of Kezi, the daughter of a palace official who offers herself to fulfill an unfortunate oath made by her father to save her mother, and Olus, the Akkan god of wind. Both much prove themselves worthy by overcoming tests of seemingly impossible odds in order to have a chance at immortal life together. This is a strong, thoroughly enjoyable fantasy told in two voices.

Everlasting Now, The In Alabama, 1937, being white and having a "colored" friend invited trouble. This vignette of Southern life sheds light on the good, the sweet, and the ugly.

Everlost When Allie and Nick are both killed in the same car accident, they find themselves in a place called Everlost, not quite heaven or hell, and not quite dead. The two have many interesting adventures trying to navigate this strange new world they’ve found themselves in.

Every Cowgirl Needs a Horse Nellie Sue has lots of chores to do. She uses her imagination to make the best of her situation, but she just knew it would be easier and so much fun if only she had a horse. She receives a bike for her birthday instead of a horse and giddyap, with everyone watching, she does not disappoint her guests!

Every Soul a Star: a Novel Ally, Bree, and Jack meet at the one place the Great Eclipse can be seen in totality, each carrying the burden of different personal problems, which become dim when compared to the task they embark upon and the friendship they find.

Everything I Know About Cars Funny text, funny illustrations. Guaranteed to motivate even a reluctant reader to enjoy the pages throughout. Illustrations are loaded with color.

Evil Star In this, book 2 of the Gatekeepers, 14-year-old Matt travels to Peru where another opening to the Underworld is predicted to open. With the help of Pedro, the second gatekeeper, their mental powers and the Inca Warriors they pull you into the deadly battle.

Evolution of Calpurnia Tate, The Growing up with six brothers in rural Texas in 1899, 12-year-old Callie realizes that her aversion to needlework and cooking disappoints her mother. She prefers to study the natural world with her grandfather, which leads to an important discovery.

Explore the Tropical Rain Forest Another in the series of Fact-Finders books that is easy for elementary aged students to understand. The photographs of the actual areas and animals make it very interesting and easy to learn the information.

Extra Credit As letters flow back and forth - between the prairies of Illinois and the mountains of Afghanistan, across cultural and religious divides - sixth grader Abby, ten-year-old Almira, and eleven-year-old Sadeed begin to speak and listen to one another.

Extra Credit As letters flow back and forth - between the prairies of Illinois and the mountains of Afghanistan, across cultural and religious divides - sixth-grader Abby, ten-year-old Amira, and eleven-year-old Sadeed begin to speak and listen to each other.

Extraordinary Phoebe Rothschild decided back in middle school that the strange outcast girl, Mallory, needed saving. Now in high school, the two girls are as close as sisters. But Phoebe doesn't know that her ancestor made a pact with the Faeries years ago and now Mallory and her alluring brother, Ryland, are bound to collect the age-old debt.

Extraordinary Adventures of Ordinary Basil Basil, 12-year-old, meets an eccentric professor with a flying boat. They take a journey into the clouds where they find a floating city filled with unusual inventions and ideas.

Extraordinary Adventures of Ordinary Boy: Return of Meteor Boy Ordinary Boy, a fifth grader at Watson Elementary, is the only one in the city of Superopolis who has no super powers. Twenty-five years earlier, Meteor Boy disappeared and now they are holding auditions for the character on a TV show. Will appeal to superhero and comic-book readers. Silly book with fun black and white cartoon illustrations.

Extraordinary Mark Twain Colorful biography of Mark Twain using excerpts from his own daughter Susy’s biography of him.

Extraordinary Mark Twain Colorful biography of Mark Twain using excerpts from his own daughter Susy’s biography of him.

Extraordinary Mark Twain, The (According to Susy) This book-within-a-book biography of one of America's most famous writers, Mark Twain, gets a real boost from his 13-year-old daughter, Susy. Full of humor and introspect, this effort is likely to urge young writers to try their own hands at writing. This accurate, well-researched work is quite timely-published 100 years after Mark Twain's death.

Extraordinary Secrets of April, May & June, The Sisters April, May, and June are feeling stressed over their parents recent divorce and a move to a new town. Real stress comes, however, when the sisters experience the reemergence of special powers that have been dormant since they were small. April, the peacekeeper, can foretell the future; May, the rebel, can disappear; and status-hungry June can read minds. When April is able to predict a catastrophe involving family members, the girls must stop their squabbling to avoid disaster.

Extreme Cuisine Series: Baby Bug Dishes Kids will be amazed to learn about the wide variety of dishes that are cooked - and eaten - by people from different cultures all around the globe. Amazing photos, fascinating fact boxes, and a colorful map will delight students.

Extreme Cuisine Series: Bug-a-licious Kids will be amazed to learn about the wide variety of dishes that are cooked - and eaten - by people from different cultures all around the globe. Amazing photos, fascinating fact boxes, and a colorful map will delight students.

Extreme Cuisine Series: Mammal Menu Kids will be amazed to learn about the wide variety of dishes that are cooked - and eaten - by people from different cultures all around the globe. Amazing photos, fascinating fact boxes, and a colorful map will delight students.

Extreme Cuisine Series: Shocking Seafood Kids will be amazed to learn about the wide variety of dishes that are cooked - and eaten - by people from different cultures all around the globe. Amazing photos, fascinating fact boxes, and a colorful map will delight students.

Extreme Cuisine Series: Spider-tizers and Other Creepy Treats Kids will be amazed to learn about the wide variety of dishes that are cooked - and eaten - by people from different cultures all around the globe. Amazing photos, fascinating fact boxes, and a colorful map will delight students.

Face to Face with Butterflies This first-hand information is collected in a full-color format with facts from egg, to caterpillar, to pupa, to adult. Amazing habits, tricks, fights, migration and more fit into this expository encounter with butterflies. Other resources and ways to help save butterflies are given in the face-to-face book.

Face to Face With Leopards Series matches text with plenty of photographs to provide in-depth personal look into the lives of animals. Readers get to see first-hand the needs and challenges facing them. Sections like How You Can Help, It's Your Turn, and Facts at a Glance offer excellent background material. The series includes Face to Face With Sharks/Leopards/Orangutans/Wild Horses/Penguins.

Face to Face with Manatees Spectacular photography and factual information make this expository book perfect for your school. This endangered mammal is likely one that few will see "in person" and this book makes a manatee encounter a realistic venture for the reader. Glossary, index, and sources for more information are also given.

Face to Face With Orangutans Series matches text with plenty of photographs to provide in-depth personal look into the lives of animals. Readers get to see first-hand the needs and challenges facing them. Sections like How You Can Help, It's Your Turn, and Facts at a Glance offer excellent background material. The series includes Face to Face With Sharks/Leopards/Orangutans/Wild Horses/Penguins.

Face to Face With Penguins Series matches text with plenty of photographs to provide in-depth personal look into the lives of animals. Readers get to see first-hand the needs and challenges facing them. Sections like How You Can Help, It's Your Turn, and Facts at a Glance offer excellent background material. The series includes Face to Face With Sharks/Leopards/Orangutans/Wild Horses/Penguins.

Face to Face With Sharks Series matches text with plenty of photographs to provide in-depth personal look into the lives of animals. Readers get to see first-hand the needs and challenges facing them. Sections like How You Can Help, It's Your Turn, and Facts at a Glance offer excellent background material. The series includes Face to Face With Sharks/Leopards/Orangutans/Wild Horses/Penguins.

Face to Face With Wild Horses Series matches text with plenty of photographs to provide in-depth personal look into the lives of animals. Readers get to see first-hand the needs and challenges facing them. Sections like How You Can Help, It's Your Turn, and Facts at a Glance offer excellent background material. The series includes Face to Face With Sharks/Leopards/Orangutans/Wild Horses/Penguins.

Face Value Told in alternating chapters, “Lauren Now,” “Nessa Then,” this book explores the glamour and beauty of the London fashion scene. Up-and-coming models experience that world as well as the underworld of people trying to lure them in with money, parties, and designer clothes.

Fade to Black A good book for high school students to read. Covers several topics: hate crimes, bullying, truth, HIV, race and mental disability. Written in first person dialogue with three characters involved. A high school boy is brutally attacked with a baseball bat because he has AIDS. A Down Syndrome student witnesses the crime but does the attackee blame the boy who always harrasses him or tell the truth?

Fair Cow Petunia Pig tries to "re-invent" Effie the cow in order to win a blue ribbon at the fair. It turns out that her friend being plain old Effie is the best.

Fairest Aza is blessed with a beautiful voice in the land of Ayortha where singers are rewarded, but physical beauty comes with the help of a magical mirror and a high toll. Queen Ivi will do anything to remain the fairest in the land.

Faith, Hope, and Ivy June During a student exchange program, seventh-graders Ivy June and Catherine share their lives, homes, and communities, finding that although their lifestyles are total opposites, they still have a lot in common.

False Memory Soon after seventeen-year-old Miranda awakens with no memory, she discovers she can release a mysterious energy that creates pure terror in those around her. She's one of the genetically altered elite force of teens strong enough to wipe out entire citie

False Prince, The The royal family has been poisoned and the Kingdom of Carthya lost their king, queen, and their prince. Sage is a street-savvy orphan and, along with two others, is recruited to train to impersonate the long-lost, but presumed dead, younger prince. Thin

Fame, Glory and other things on my to do list Fun, easy to read for the romantic adventurous reader. A high school girl aspires to be an actress someday but wants the new boy in town, whose father is a Hollywood hunk, to have the lead. Twists, turns, laughter and empathy will keep the pages turning.

Families in Many Cultures Life is different around the world. Take a peek into the lives of families from around the world. Striking photos are accompanied by a world map that shows where each family lives. Simple text with large font make this appropriate for beginning readers as well as younger listeners. Word count and reading level also listed at the back. Part of the four book series, Life Around the World. Other titles included are: Clothes in Many Cultures, Homes in Many Cultures, and Schools in Many Cultures.

Family for Old Mill Farm, A The Raccoon Realtor easily finds animal families to inhabit Old Mill Farm. The human realtor, as a last resort, shows Old Mill Farm to a human family that thinks it is perfect. Illustrations are adorable, lots of detail in illustrations. A delightful read.

Family Reminders In 1890s Cripple Creek, Colorado, when Mary McHugh’s father loses his leg in a mining accident, she tries to help, both by earning money and by encouraging her father to go back to carving wooden figurines and playing piano.

Fancy Nancy Pictures by Robin Preiss. Nancy believes more is always better--tiaras, and feathers, and sparkles, and…Nancy is determined to teach her ordinary family members about being fancy. A Fancy Family night out turns the tables.

Fancy Nancy and the Posh Puppy Illustrated by Robin P. Glasser. Fancy Nancy is ecstatic because her parents are getting her an puppy. Of course, she is interested in the fancy sort. This is another fanciful adventure that will delight readers.

Fancy Nancy's Favorite Fancy Words Take an "excursion" (a special trip) through this delightful A-Z book with Fancy Nancy. Your children will "yearn" (to want really badly) to check it out and it will never be on your shelf, which will be a library "fiasco" (a big flop, a disaster!)

Fantastic Farm Machines A much needed book about farm implements. The contemporary farm equipment pictured will dazzle youngsters. Excellent explanations of the machine's purpose are included in the text. A must purchase for rural libraries.

Far from Normal Through a magazine article Charles writes about their experience living on their decrepit houseboat, the Bargain Bonanza chain blackmails the family into becoming their spokesfamily. Sequel to Deliver Us from Normal.

Farley Found It Farley, a sheep, has trouble sleeping in the meadow because he's afraid of the dark. Farley discovers Edna's doghouse and sleeps very well there. Everyplace that Edna hides her doghouse, Farley finds it. What's a dog to do?

Farm Animals Farm animals is an easy nonfiction for young readers. Photographs enhance the cute way of writing.

Farmer George Plants a Nation This outstanding picture-book biography deals with George Washington's contributions through his role as a farmer. Map on endpapers; includes bibliography, timeline, web sites.

Father Abraham: Lincoln and His Sons This beautifully written biography of Abraham Lincoln and his sons gives the reader a close look at this famous, tragedy-stricken family. It follows each descendant of Lincoln, with anecdotes, pictures, notes, and details that are little-known, all presented with a warmth that might be reserved for one's own family.

Father's Day Illustrated by Lizzy Rockwell. Students in Mrs. Madoff's class are making gifts for Father's Day. Each student writes and illustrates a special book for and about his/her dad that includes something special in their relationship. Jessica has a father at home and one who lives in Texas so her teacher suggests she write a book for both. She gets a special surprise when both come for the presentation. Honors fatherhood, positive role models, and includes different family configurations.

Father's Day Thank You, A Harvey's siblings give dad neckties, golf balls and nails for Father's Day. Harvey creates a very unique gift for his father.

Fearless This is the story of the amazing inventor Henry Winstandly and the lighthouse he built to save hundreds of ships from the reef on Cornwall's coast. He rescues two young boys who become apprentices. The colorful dialogue and solid action make this a fun historical fiction read.

Felix Takes the Stage This fictional account of a family of venomous brown recluse spiders is punctuated by tidbits of history, science, and psychology. Their quest is to be settled and useful and, of course, to always avoid the big E (exterminators.) This mission is finally accomplished after several moves as they arrive at the Boston Public Library.

Fences Between Us, The: The Diary of Piper Davis In the new addition to the Dear America series, thirteen-year-old Piper records her feelings as she lives life on the WWII homefront in Washington state with her brother at war, her best friend in an internment camp, and her father fighting for the rights of Japanese-Americans while serving as pastor. Includes a section on Life in America in 1941, complete with archival photos.

Ferret Fun Fudge and Einstein are two happy ferrets until a chunky cat comes for a visit and thinks they are tasty, large rats. They finally stand up to the bully with hilarious results. Comic-book panels of this fun story will work with small groups, but it might be better for individual reads.

Field Guide to Aliens, A This creative work of fiction/fantasy follows a pattern: name, origin, diet, features, sightings, technology, and related drawings of each alien on a two-page spread. Additional information is given for those aliens which are harmful to humans. This field guide could easily become a hatching ground for budding young monsterologists!

Field Trip Day Mrs. Shepherd's class takes a field trip to Farmer Fandangle's farm. Juan, who loves to explore, is the most excited. His eagerness to explore leads him on exciting adventures and ultimately to help find the farmer's two missing calves in one cozy place.

Fighting for Dontae Javier is a typical at-risk student; his father is in prison, his mom does drugs, and he and his friends are members of a local gang. He's convinced his life, as far as social status is concerned, is over when he's assigned to work with special ed studen

Finally Turning 12 is HUGE! All those things her over-protective parents have denied are now within Rory's grasp; contacts, cell phones, pierced ears, babysitting and being home alone. Each thing Rory has waited for has a hidden element that is not quite so fun. Add those unexpected traumas to the excitement of a movie being filmed in her school and you get Rory learning what it means to grow up.

Find a Cow Now! Janet Stevens' illustrations are just perfect for this story of a bored city dog who goes to the country to find a cow to herd. His mis-adventures will entertain and delight young readers.

Find the Magic Rip, Jesse, and Abbey take a magical trip to the library. Euripides, he frog, takes them on different adventures in beautifully illustrated places. Great to help students understand how you can lose yourself in a book.

Finding Lincoln This beautifully illustrated book illuminates the cautions and prohibitions held against African Americans in 1951 in Alabama. Louis "shakes things up" as he searches and find a way to complete his assignment about Abraham Lincoln.

Fine Start: Meg's Prairie Diary My America series. This third part of Meg's Kansas territory story explains how life on the prairie presented daily challenges for the courageous people who dared to begin life in this new place. From "cross writing" to save paper, through Christmas in the cabin, to the school in Lawrence, Meg's Diary entries offer the reader a real taste from the past. The celebrations like weddings and the tragedies such as the tornado help the reader understand the life and times.

Finest Christmas Tree Real Christmas trees are not in demand as they once were. Farmer Tuttle can't make a living and is considering selling the farm until a group of workers with very small feet come to get the perfect tree for the Boss. (Ho, Ho, Ho)

Finest Kind The Panic of 1837 causes the affluent Webber family to trade their posh Boston home for a derelict cabin in Wiscasset, Maine, where Mr. Webber finds employment in the lumber camps. With the help of neighbors and his own innate sense of ingenuity, twelve-year-old Jake must learn to exist in Maine, provide food for the family, and take care of his retarded brother, Frank.

Finnikin of the Rock Finnikin has been in exile for more than a decade, ever since his beloved kingdom of Lumatere was taken over by a usurper, the royal family brutally murdered, and a magical curse was placed upon the kingdom sealing the boundaries. Finnikin trains in combat and diplomacy, preparing for the day when the curse will be lifted and Lumaterans can once again return home. A sweeping fantasy with rich characters, rousing adventure and parallels to modern war atrocities - this tale is a winner.

Fire from the Rock Sylvia is ecstatic and confused when she is chosen as one of the first black students to integrate all-white Central High School in Little Rock, Arkansas, in 1957. This historical fiction is riveting and realistic to what was really going on during the civil rights movement.

Firebears: the Rescue Team Illustrated by Dan Andreasen. The Firebears of Station 8 are heroes always ready to answer the call to protect their town as they slide down poles, rescue kittens, and save people from burning buildings. Snappy rhyme pairs with toylike renderings of the town and its characters. Friendly looking characters help relieve the scariness of fire and disasters for young readers who will enjoy the daring deeds of these heroes. A natural for fire prevention week.

Fireboy to the Rescue! A Fire Safety Book Miller covers the basics of reporting a fire, how to get out, how to prevent fires, and what safety devices every home should have in a graphic novel format that will surely appeal to kids. It will be a hit during fire prevention week each year.

Firefighters to the Rescue Part of the set

Firefighters! Speeding! Spraying! Saving! Race along with the firefighters to a fire. See them rescue people from a burning building. Great vocabulary.

Firehorse Rachel is asked to take care of a mare and the horse is severely burned and needs help. This tough old mare, queen of the firehorse team, eventually shows her gentler side to Rachel. Moreover, at the same time Rachel discovers she can pursue her dream to become a vet in the late 1800s.

First Americans, The Large uncluttered pages with clear fonts on quality paper makes reading this book a pleasure for browsers and researchers alike. Conversational tone invites readers to become involved in the story. Colorful illustrations and photos enrich the volume accompanied by captions. It would be a great addition to humanities and social studies collections.

First Boy Cooper Jewett, high school freshman, is left orphaned when his grandfather dies suddenly. Life changes quickly while trying to balance school and the farm. When a smooth talking presidential candidate offers him a way out, it sets off a chain of events that turn into violence and terror. Political intrigue finds its way to rural New Hampshire.

First Day of Winter, The This lively counting book pays tribute to winter. While the children in the story sled, skate, wear mittens and hike in snowshoes, readers seek and find animals engaging in similar activities. A section at the back of the book includes additional information about the animals hidden on each page.

First Day of Winter, The A cumulative tale in the Twelve Days of Christmas format, this is the story of a snowman in the making. Beginning with a red cap on the first day of winter, a special friend brings snowman a different gift on each of ten consecutive days. Each spread done in Fleming's classic collage gives readers a variety of perspectives all the way up to the horizontal flip that illustrates the completed snowman. Children will enjoy it as a read aloud or an independent read.

First Day on Earth Mal is a teenager with more than his share of problems. His father left, his mother is an alcoholic, and he was abducted by aliens for three days, drugged and probed, and dropped in the desert. Or so he vaguely remembers. Easy to read with short chapters will make this book a good read for reluctant readers.

First Dog Fala Fala, a Scottish Terrier, is known as the pet of President Franklin D. Roosevelt during the World War II years. Readers can follow Fala's days in the White House through descriptive text and captivating oil on canvas illustrations.

First Grade Stinks! Haley is so excited to be in first grade, but it's very different from kindergarten. In fact, it's so different it stinks, or does it? Compares and contrasts kindergarten and first grade.

First Peas to the Table Every spring, Ms. Garcia's class grows a different kind of garden and this year will plant a garden like Thomas Jefferson's. They'll have a contest to see which student's peas will be ready first. It is just like the contest Jefferson and his neighbors

First Pooch: The Obamas Pick a Pet Presidents make plenty of promises and Obama was no exception. He promised his daughters a puppy. It was a Portuguese water dog and the girls named him Bo. Warm and cheerful illustrations compliment the text. It includes other president's promises and a history of other White House pets.

First Rain Abby and her parents are moving to Israel, land of their heritage; a move they have dreamed of. For Abby, it means leaving Grandma, which is difficult, but it also means the beginning of new adventures. One thing is missing though - rain. Abby's family arrived in Israel in the summer when it does not rain. Abby has memories of splashing in the rain with Grandma. The story concludes with the first rain of the new season and a surprise visit from Grandma. A glimpse into a different cultural experience.

First Snow Illustrated by Sebastian Braun. Bundle up and venture out into the snow with bunny and his siblings in this lovely story that will add warmth to a cold winter day.

Fish Had a Wish Lazily swimming around the pond, Fish daydreams of being what he is not - a bird, turtle, or even a skunk. However, after a particularly satisfying snack of a delicious mayfly, he decides that being a fish is just right. The distinctive artwork of this

Fish School Charlie brings Wishy, his pet goldfish, to school for show-and-tell. In order to provide further education for Wishy, Charlie stores his pet in a plastic bag and takes him on the class field trip to the aquarium. Charlie and his friends go on a desperate search when Wishy is lost in this heartwarming story of pet ownership.

Fishes in Kansas second edition, revised This is the revised second edition of Fishes in Kansas which was reviewed in a previous KSRC catalog. This edition features full-color drawings and photographs for the first time. This revised guide describes and illustrates the 135 common and not-so-common, native and introduced fishes found in Kansas.

Fishes in Kansas second edition, revised This is the revised second edition of Fishes in Kansas which was reviewed in a previous KSRC catalog. This edition features full-color drawings and photographs for the first time. This revised guide describes and illustrates the 135 common and not-so-common, native and introduced fishes found in Kansas.

Fishes in Kansas second edition, revised This is the revised second edition of Fishes in Kansas which was reviewed in a previous KSRC catalog. This edition features full-color drawings and photographs for the first time. This revised guide describes and illustrates the 135 common and not-so-common, native and introduced fishes found in Kansas.

Fishes in Kansas second edition, revised This is the revised second edition of Fishes in Kansas which was reviewed in a previous KSRC catalog. This edition features full-color drawings and photographs for the first time. This revised guide describes and illustrates the 135 common and not-so-common, native and introduced fishes found in Kansas.

Five Little Ducks Illustrated by Ivan Bates. Bates does a beautiful job of illustrating this familiar children's song. He shows the love between a mother duck and her ducklings.

Flag with fifty-six stars, The This inspiring account of the liberation of one of the Third Reich's most infamous camps is a tribute to the humanity and hope preserved by the survivors. The paintings by Bill Farnsworth depict the events. Source notes, a bibliography, further resources, an index, and a reproduction of the actual flag are included.

Flag with Fifty-Six Stars, The A group of prisoners in Manthausen concentration camp make an American flag out of scraps of material that they find around the camp. They worked from memory and added extra stars not being sure of the number of stars in the U.S. flag. A lot of detailed text makes this an upper level book.

Flamingo Sunset Illustrated by Kristina Robanas. The book is a realistic fictional story of a baby flamingo chick's life throughout the year. Pictures are brightly colored.

Flamings on the Roof A book of Poems and Paintings by Calef Brown A collection of Child-friendly silly poems and painted illustrations to accompany poems about A Burly Biker named Bob who built a Chopper in a Bottle and Flamingos who appear on rooftops shortly after midnight on December 23rd!

Fletcher and the Falling Leaves Fletcher the fox fears his favorite beloved tree is sick when it begins to lose its leaves. Despite his valiant effort to save the leaves they all fall off, but a magic surprise awaits.

Flight Twelve-year-old Samantha struggles with how to best help her autistic older brother and parents who will not have him tested for a learning disability. This affecting family story set in 1982 deals with the surprisingly widespread problem of hidden illiteracy and its impact on both victims and their loved ones.

Flip, Float, Fly: Seeds on the Move Follow a variety of seeds as they are spread through different areas via wind, rain, animals, humans, and others.

Floating & Sinking An introduction to floating and sinking with simple text and illustrations. Includes explanation of buoyancy, displacement and more. Hands-on activitiest the back as well as a glossary, resources and an index. Pzart of the First Facts: Our Physical World series.

Floating Island In this delightful epic fantasy, Ven is ambushed by pirates, lost at sea and near death, he is rescued by a passing ship and travels to Floating Island. Ven is sent to an inn, run by the captain’s wife, which is filled with fascinating boarders—among them a talking cat, fairies, orphans, and a ghost.

Florida Manatees Part of the America's Animal Comebacks series, this book discuses the Florida manatee and the efforts made to keep it from extinction. Includes an appended glossary and a bibliography. The other titles in the series are: Bald Eagles, Black-footed Ferrets, Florida Panthers, Gray Wolves, American Bison, American Alligators, Southern Sea Otters, and Grizzly Bears.

Flotsam Gorgeous illustrations in this wordless picture book featuring a curious boy who goes to the beach to collect and examine flotsam--anything floating and washing ashore. He discovers an underwater camera that contains a collection of unusual pictures. Multiple layers and level allow for a variety of reads, re-reads and retellings.

Flu of 1918: Millions Dead Worldwide! Excellent text, photos, and illustrations describing the 1918 flu epidemic. Includes overview of other flu outbreaks and flu facts, glossary, bibliography, other suggestions for reading, and websites.

Fly by Night Readers will delight in the intrigue, danger and unexpected plot twists in this medieval English tale about an orphaned twelve-year old girl, Mosca Mye, as she makes her way to the city of Mandelion in pursuit of an education at a school with ties to her late father. The author uses the story to teach many philosophical truths, which sometimes bogs down the plot, but mature readers willing to struggle with the intense language will be enchanted with Mosca Mye, the plucky heroine.

Fly, Monarch! Fly! In her typical style, Nancy Wallace takes children through the stages in the life of the butterfly. There are added activities included to enhance the curriculum.

Flyaway Thirteen-year-old Isla is growing up. Her best friend moved away, her father develops a health problem, her grandfather clings to the gruff exterior that hides the hurt from his wife's death, and now she's met the perfect boy - but he's fighting cancer. A love of swans, which binds her and her father, and the appearance of a very special one bring hope to Isla and all those she loves. Set in the UK, this beautifully written book should appeal to both boys and girls.

Flygirl When the Women Airforce Service Pilots (WASP) are formed, Ida Mae knows she has to fly. Every since her daddy taught her crop dusting, up in the air is the only place she wants to be. But it's 1940 and she's African American. Her skin is light enough to possibly pass, but what if she's found out?

Flyte Book two of “Septimus Heap”. When Princess Jenna is pursued by a dark wizard, it is the apprentice, Septimus Heap, who must save her while enduring such terrors as a night in the Forest with hungry wolverines and carnivorous trees. Readers will be quickly immersed in the imaginative world, going from one adventure to the next at a mysterious pace. Fans of series will not be disappointed.

Fold Me a Poem Illustrated by Lauren Stringer. Story told in poems and origami. Older students will like the pictures and poems. Supplement this with a few directions on how to make some of the animals and it will be colorful and fun.

Follow the Line Through the House The text invites the reader to move from room to room in the house to find hidden objects. Along the way the reader will count, match colors, and identify shapes.

Fooled You! Fakes and Hoaxes through the Years Pascoe presents well-researched chapters on eleven notable infamous hoaxes--from the 1800s to the present--exploring the stories behind them and pondering why people were so easily fooled. These tantalizing accounts hold tremendous appeal and are as much about the craftiness of perpetrators as about the gullibility of believers.

Football Genius The one thing that separates Troy from every other 12-year-old is his ability to predict what football plays are going to be before they even happen. His ability attracts the attention of star linebacker, Seth Halloway. Could Troy's gift and Seth's playing abilities give Atlanta Falcon's fans and the players what they have wanted for years--a winning season?

Football Hero Once again Tim Green puts his insider's knowledge to good use in a touching story of family values and greed. After the death of his parents Ty lives with his aunt, uncle and cousin Charlotte in far less than ideal circumstances. When his older brother turns pro Ty is caught up in the pull between a family and what he knows is right.

Football Heroes: Making a Difference - Ben Roethlisberger This set of books discovers six different football heroes who have all set goals and achieved amazing feats. Each has chosen a way to give back to those who have less. The books also include expository components such as contents, glossary, bibliography, index, and even where to find more information. The series includes the stories of Ben Roethlisberger, Brett Favre, Brian Urlacher, Donovan McNabb, LaDainian Tomlinson, and Matt Hasselbeck.

Football Heroes: Making a Difference - Brett Favre This set of books discovers six different football heroes who have all set goals and achieved amazing feats. Each has chosen a way to give back to those who have less. The books also include expository components such as contents, glossary, bibliography, index, and even where to find more information. The series includes the stories of Ben Roethlisberger, Brett Favre, Brian Urlacher, Donovan McNabb, LaDainian Tomlinson, and Matt Hasselbeck.

Football Heroes: Making a Difference - Brian Urlacher This set of books discovers six different football heroes who have all set goals and achieved amazing feats. Each has chosen a way to give back to those who have less. The books also include expository components such as contents, glossary, bibliography, index, and even where to find more information. The series includes the stories of Ben Roethlisberger, Brett Favre, Brian Urlacher, Donovan McNabb, LaDainian Tomlinson, and Matt Hasselbeck.

Football Heroes: Making a Difference - Donovan McNabb This set of books discovers six different football heroes who have all set goals and achieved amazing feats. Each has chosen a way to give back to those who have less. The books also include expository components such as contents, glossary, bibliography, index, and even where to find more information. The series includes the stories of Ben Roethlisberger, Brett Favre, Brian Urlacher, Donovan McNabb, LaDainian Tomlinson, and Matt Hasselbeck.

Football Heroes: Making a Difference - LaDainian Tomlinson This set of books discovers six different football heroes who have all set goals and achieved amazing feats. Each has chosen a way to give back to those who have less. The books also include expository components such as contents, glossary, bibliography, index, and even where to find more information. The series includes the stories of Ben Roethlisberger, Brett Favre, Brian Urlacher, Donovan McNabb, LaDainian Tomlinson, and Matt Hasselbeck.

Football Heroes: Making a Difference - Matt Hasselbeck This set of books discovers six different football heroes who have all set goals and achieved amazing feats. Each has chosen a way to give back to those who have less. The books also include expository components such as contents, glossary, bibliography, index, and even where to find more information. The series includes the stories of Ben Roethlisberger, Brett Favre, Brian Urlacher, Donovan McNabb, LaDainian Tomlinson, and Matt Hasselbeck.

Footprints in the Snow The wolf is offended by all the stories of the "bad, mean" Wolf and he tries to set the record straight…however, he has a very hard time when his wolfish instincts start to sneak up on him. Cute illustrations help tell the story.

For Keeps Josie and her mother have always been close - it's just the two of them against the world. Everything changes during her junior year. She has a boyfriend for the first time and she meets her birth father for the first time. What Josie knew and loved about her mother and their life together suddenly comes into question.

For Liberty: The Story of the Boston Massacre This handsomely designed picture book tells the story of the Boston Massacre. The text turns to the night of March 5, 1770, when an unruly mob threatened a small group of British soldiers, who, in the end, fired on the colonists. The book concludes with the soldiers’ trial and their lawyer, John Adams, reflecting on the protection of liberty.

For the Birds: The Life of Roger Tory Peterson This biographical picture of Roger Tory Peterson introduces the reader to birding through the eyes of a world-renowned ornithologist and naturalist. The brilliant illustrations contribute much to the life story of Mr. Peterson, as we learn of his young aspirations, his detailed written descriptions, the support from his family, his studies over the globe, and his outstanding contributions, most of them for the birds.

For the Duration: The War Years In this autobiography, Tomie hears the phrase "for the duration," which he comes to realize refers to more than just rationing during World War II. This is a must-read title for fans of the series 26 Fairmount Avenue.

For the Win Set in the future, Doctorow creates a society where the virtual and "real" world meet. Interesting story of online gaming, business, culture, and politics that keeps the reader wanting to read the next page.

Forbidden Elinor and her friends are members of a Cult called the Cause. She doesn’t question the lifestyle her mother brought her into years before, or that she is one of the Chosen, who will become one of the brides of the elderly founder. While selling religious tracts in the nearly English town, she meets a young man that makes her question her long held beliefs.

Forbidden Schoolhouse, The Jurmain makes painfully clear the difficulties Crandall and her students faced when she decided to open a school in 1833 for African-American girls in Canterbury, CT. Appended material, which includes index, bibliography, epilogue, as well as source notes for quotes.

Forensics An introduction to forensic science and how it helps law enforcement solve difficult crimes in the field and lab. Includes index and glossary.

Forever Changes Brianna is dying of cystic fibrosis, but the book is not maudlin. Unlike most young adult books, calculus and philosophy merge into an interesting novel of young mind that won't live long enough.

Forever Dog Illustrated by Dan Anderson. Mike gets a puppy and they grow up doing everything together and even shake on a promise to be forever friends. But Corky gets sick and dies at the Vet's and Mike is angry that Corky broke the promise of forever. A touch of motherly wisdom helps Mike work through his loss and anger to see that a change in focus from anger to happy memories lets him keep his friend in his heart forever. A compassionate story that is classic Cochran complemented by illustrations that reinforce the quirky character traits and special bond of Mike and Corky.

Forgiving a Friend After Jacob breaks seth's toy truck accidentally, Seth cannot forgive him. But when Seth accidentally breaks the lamp at Grandma Grace's house, he comes to realize that friends and family are more valuable than anything.

Fortune's Folly In this charming once-upon-a-time tale, Fortunata has been relying on her wits to support herself and her father since Mother died. Coerced by captors into posing as a fortune-teller, Fortunata finds herself telling the prince's fortune, then must fine some way to make it come true in order to keep her father alive. Fortunata is a likeable heroine in a heartwarming story.

Fortune's Magic Farm Rescued from a rainy, boggy town where she works in a dismal factory, ten-year-old orphan Isabelle learns that she is the last surviving member of a family that tends the world’s only remaining magic-producing farm.

Fossa: A Fearsome Predator This Uncommon Animals series profiles some fairly uncommon and rare animals in the world! Students will better understand the creatures and of some of the challenges facing scientists. Excellent photos!

Founders: the 39 Stories Behind the U.S. Constitution All of the founders' stories are brought to light in this fascinating companion volume to Fradin's The Signers. The stories behind the Constitution are as powerful as the nation it created. This volume includes short biographies of the 39 men who created and signed the Constitution in September 1787. Includes bibliography, index, and a copy of the U.S. Constitution.

Fox Tails: Four Fables from Aesop Fox walks in and out of four well-known Aesop fables (The Fox and the Grapes, The Fox and the Crow, The Fox and the Goat, and The Fox and the Stork) creatively intertwined into one great story.

Fractions, Decimals, and Percents Introduces fractions, decimals, and percents through descriptions of items found at a county fair.

Frankenstein Takes the Cake Frankenstein is ready to get married and must make plans. Written in a variety of types of rhythmic poetry, these humorous poems are great for kids and adults alike.

Frankie Pickle and the Closet of Doom Fourth grader Frankie Piccolini has a vivid imagination when it comes to cleaning his disastrously messy room, but eventually even he decides that it's just too dirty. Perfect for Pickle's fans wanting a longer story.

Frankie Stein Illustrated by Kevan Atteberry. Frankie Stein was a beautiful baby, however the Stein family thought there was no resemblance. He just kept growing in strange ways. They thought he was the scariest Stein ever.

Franklin and Winston: A Christmas that Changed the World The Christmas meeting of 1941 for Franklin Roosevelt and Winston Churchill determined the course of the next few years of World War II. The meeting brought the two leaders of the free world together in a time of much pain and tyranny. This is a biography that will enlighten the generations that have followed.

Freaks: Alive on the Inside In 1899, anyone with a deformity is known as a freak. 14 year old Abel, is not but his parents are. He runs away and rescues mistreated freaks and forms a new community. Very unusual setting makes this story of respect and affection a novel reading experience.

Freaky Fast Frankie Joe After his mother loses her parental rights, twelve-year-old Frankie Joe must live with his father and a stepfamily that he has never known. This is not your typical sad story. Frankie learns much throughout the story, becomes a better person, and finds

Freaky-Big Airplanes - World's Biggest Series Superlatives! From roller coasters to airplanes to earthmovers to trucks, the full color photos illustrate the fastest, biggest, heaviest - and will certainly capture reading appetites that love data. Each title also includes glossary, index, bibliography, and places to find out more.

Freaky-Strange Buildings Gorgeous photos of unusual architecture of buildings from around world - from books in a library wall in Kansas City to the Guggenheim Museum in Spain. Accompanying narrative and side-notes explain more as you take a journey around the world to these freaky and strange architectural masterpieces. Part of the

Frederick Finch, Loudmouth Frederick Finch loves the fair and wants to win a blue ribbon. No matter how hard he tries, he just can't win. Then, he finds the perfect contest for him. This story will be excellent to help teach perseverance.

Free baseball Angry with his mother for having too little time for him, eleven-year-old Felix takes advantage of the opportunity to become batboy for a minor league baseball team, hoping to someday be like his father, a famous Cuban outfielder.

Freedom Ship Based on an actual event in American history, a nine member crew of slaves kidnapped a ship and delivered it to the Union Army. Five women and three children also escaped. Samuel was one of the children and he tells the story. It’s risky but worth it as they race for freedom.

Freedom Stone Thirteen-year-old Lillie, raised in slavery during the Civil War, uses the magic of the Freedom Stone to bend time to travel to the past to prove her father's innocence and win her family's freedom. This mysterious, suspense-filled story blends history and fantasy in a satisfying outcome.

Freedom Train Twelve-year-old Clyde Thomason's older brother is a guard on the Freedom Train, which is carrying the Bill of Rights and other documents throughout the country in 1948. But Clyde is also learning about right and freedom as he is saved from a beating by an African American boy, and later returns the favor when men in their Atlanta suburb decide to show the "Nigras" their place.

French Bulldog From the Little Dogs Rock II series. French Bulldogs are described in detail with information about characteristics and care of these little dogs and accompanied by a glossary, index, bibliography and places to search for more.

Friends and Enemies Moving to a new town when he is about to start his freshman year in high school isn't easy for William, the son of a Methodist minister. On his first day in Plaintown, Kansas, he meets both Clive, a fellow Methodist and a bully, and Jim, a Mennonite who becomes a good friend. Just as William is beginning to feel at home, Japanese bombs fall on Pearl Harbor, and what were just interesting discussions about war become heated. In a community with a significant population of Mennonites, the question of patriotism vs. pacifism is very real.

Friends and Enemies Moving to a new town when he is about to start his freshman year in high school isn't easy for William, the son of a Methodist minister. On his first day in Plaintown, Kansas, he meets both Clive, a fellow Methodist and a bully, and Jim, a Mennonite who becomes a good friend. Just as William is beginning to feel at home, Japanese bombs fall on Pearl Harbor, and what were just interesting discussions about war become heated. In a community with a significant population of Mennonites, the question of patriotism vs. pacifism is very real.

Friends and Pals and Brothers, too Illustrated by Leo Landry. Neat story about two brothers who are different but share fun times together. Written with rhyme.

Friends of the Heart--amici del cuore Oliver and Lucrezia have grown up together and have been best friends forever. Even though Ollie moved they still see each other every summer at Lou's grandparent's Italian seaside home. In their thirteenth summer together changes take place, which alters Lucrezia's life forever.

Friends: Stories about new friends, old friends This is a collection of short stories by eleven well-known children's authors. It celebrates the many different forms that friendship can take. Readers will be able to enjoy stories of friendship, offering a wide realm of moods, outcomes and morals. These stories are perfect for sharing with friends.

Friendship for Today, A Twelve-year-old Rosemary Patterson is among the first African American students to an all white school. Ultimately, she overcomes the racism of Grace Hamilton and they develop a friendship.

Friendship for Today, A In 1954, when desegregation comes to Kirkland, Missouri, ten-year-old Rosemary faces many changes and challenges at school and at home as her parents separate.

Frog in the Pond and other animal stories A collection of four Rookie Readers make up this book. Young children will enjoy reading it themselves.

Froggy Goes to Hawaii This is another great Froggy book that children will love. Froggy travels to Hawaii and is so excited that he has difficulty listening to his parents. Great bright, expressive, cartoon-style illustrations along with some fun old fashioned vocabulary such as leapfrog and nincompoop make this book irresistible!

Frogs Frogs, frogs, and more frogs, a remarkable collection of photographs from around the world along with great facts. A glossary and index complete this irresistible book.

Frogs! Pringle has written a concise informational book about frogs. Henderson's illustrations are bright and colorful and enhance the text's information. Conservation issues are discussed and frog web sites are listed to gain more knowledge about frogs. Stud

Froi of the Exiles In the sequel to Finnikin of the Rock, Marchetta continues with the character of Froi. As he settles into his new home, he is quickly sent on a mission into the kingdom of Charyn. Disguised as a member of the last born children to the kingdom, Froi disc

From Emporia: The Story of William Allen White Kansas librarian Bev Buller gives us this appealing biography of William Allen White. It begins with White's birth and early life and follows him through his admirable career as a newspaper editor. Includes many primary source documents as well as vintage photographs and documentary illustrations.

From Emporia: The Story of William Allen White Kansas librarian Bev Buller gives us this appealing biography of William Allen White. It begins with White's birth and early life and follows him through his admirable career as a newspaper editor. Includes many primary source documents as well as vintage photographs and documentary illustrations.

From Emporia; the story of William Allen White Biography of two-time Pulitzer Prize winner William Allen White.

From What I Remember… On the morning before her high school graduation, valedictorian Kylie wakes up in Mexico next to gorgeous and popular Max - and no recollection of how she got there. And what is the gold ring on her finger? With only 24 hours to make it to graduation, t

Full Count: A Baseball Number Book Text includes various players, plays, and historic moments from baseball while incorporating rhymes and numbers. Boys will love it!

Full House Boys will love these ten stories about poker compiled by YA author, Pete Hautman, an avid poker fan. Humor, drama, fantasy, and clever plot twists make this compilation a page turner. Included is a glossary of poker terms as well as a short biography of each contributor.

Fun with Mexican Cooking Easy step by step instructions make this kid's cookbook with photos perfect for the beginning chef! Includes glossary, index, and table of contents.

Fun with Roman Numerals A contemporary illustrated introduction to Roman numerals making them easy to understand. Roman numerals are everywhere, and this lively picture book shows how to interpret them.

Fuzzy-Fast Blur: Poems about Pets A collection of clever and fun pet themed poems with striking photos of children and their pets. The book includes a variety of poetry forms and describes various poetic devices at the back. Other titles in this set extension include: Always Got My Feet: Poems about Transportation; Chatter, Sing, Roar, Buzz: Poems about the Rain Forest; Lettuce Introduce You: Poems about Food.

G is for Gold Medal: An Olympics Alphabet This alphabet is a mostly historical work that presents factual information about the Olympics from ancient times through present day practices. Several outstanding athletes are also featured, as well as unique feats, and sports that are no longer part of the Olympics. It also includes the newest entries into the Olympics.

Gabriel's Horses Racing to Freedom Trilogy. In the first book of the trilogy, twelve-year old slave Gabriel Alexander longs to earn his freedom and become a famous jockey. While his father serves in the Civil War, Gabriel cares for Master Giles' horses and saves them from a band of Confederate thugs. The action continues in Gabriel's Triumph and concludes in Gabriel's Journey. These books are excellent choices for horse lovers.

Gabriel's Triumph Racing to Freedom Trilogy. In the first book of the trilogy, twelve-year old slave Gabriel Alexander longs to earn his freedom and become a famous jockey. While his father serves in the Civil War, Gabriel cares for Master Giles' horses and saves them from a band of Confederate thugs. The action continues in Gabriel's Triumph and concludes in Gabriel's Journey. Excellent choices for horse lovers.

Game Changers Mike Lupica has written another sports book for young readers and this one will be loved by football fans. The boys work through their season while solving problems with an unpopular quarterback. The adults in the story are understanding and help the bo

Games: A Tale of Two Bullies Mick Sullivan and Boot Quinn have a long history of fighting. So they are surprised when, after a fight, their principal wants them to play board games together instead of giving them suspensions. They discover that they are both trying to cope with alcoholic and abusive fathers. Each protagonist tells part of the story in alternating chapters. Gorman captures the middle-school mind set.

Geeks, Girls, and Secret Identities A genuine superhero story mixed with comedy and science fiction where middle aged school students' deal with unexpected powers. They live in a day-to-day world like our own except alerts come in the form of battles between good and evil.

Genghis Khan A Wicked History series. Book covers birth to death. Includes timeline of terror

Genius Squad This sequel picks up where Evil Genius leaves off. Cadel is trying to be a law-abiding citizen while living in an orphanage with no computer. But, he can't believe that the police are up to protecting him from Prosper English. Cadel takes a chance and joins the elusive Genius Squad.

Gentlemen How far would an English teacher go to get students to understand Crime and Punishment? What was in that barrel on display in his class? Four friends decide the English teacher murdered a missing student. The ending is surprising and brings new meaning to accountability.

Geography of Hope, The Black Exodus from the South Lured by the promise of freedom and free land in return for establishing homesteads, large groups of blacks left the former Confederate States in the 1870s and headed west to Kansas, Nebraska, and Oklahoma. The book draws on the rich resources of the period to establish the atmosphere and immediacy of their experiences as frontiersmen and farmers.

Geography of Hope, The Black Exodus from the South Lured by the promise of freedom and free land in return for establishing homesteads, large groups of blacks left the former Confederate States in the 1870s and headed west to Kansas, Nebraska, and Oklahoma. The book draws on the rich resources of the period to establish the atmosphere and immediacy of their experiences as frontiersmen and farmers.

George Washington Carver: Scientist, Inventor, Teacher Signature Lives series. Biography of outstanding minority. Includes glossary, index, source notes, selected bibliography, index. Timeline tied to world events.

Georgie's Moon Before Georgie’s father left for Vietnam, he gave her standing orders never to let anyone mess with her, and she won’t. Worst of all, Georgie’s father has been gone a long time – and even though he promised to send her his love every night on the moon, sometimes that’s not enough.

Germs Written in prose, this book lets little readers know germs are everywhere!

Ghost Buddy: Zero to Hero An over-confident ghost named Hoover Porterhouse already resides in the new house were Billy has just moved in with his mom and her new husband and daughter. Billy is not happy, especially since he has to transfer to the new school where his mother is th

Ghost Dog Secrets Each day, sixth-grader Rusty feeds a dog that’s left chained in the frigid weather with no shelter, food, or water. When he realizes the dog has been injured, he tries to have Animal Control help – but when that fails, Rusty and his friend Andrew unchain

Ghost Dog Secrets Each day, sixth-grader Rusty feeds a dog that’s left chained in the frigid weather with no shelter, food, or water. When he realizes the dog has been injured, he tries to have Animal Control help – but when that fails, Rusty and his friend Andrew unchain the dog and take it. With the dog in their hideout, the boys face multiple challenges, including Andrew’s snoopy sister and the escalating threats of the dog’s abusive owner. Even more challenging? The appearance of a ghost dog that appears in Rusty’s room and is trying to lead him to an even deeper secret…

Ghost of Graylock, The While visiting relatives, Neil and his teen sister, Bree, check out a nearby asylum that was closed after three girls died of mysterious circumstances. Encountering the aggressive spirit of a young girl, they wonder if she was murdered and is seeking rev

Ghost Ship The masthead from an old sailing ship the "Storm Goddess" adorns the wall of the Seashell Room restaurant. When the head is removed for repairs Vicki uncovers a hidden secret. With new friend Peter's help and the quartermaster's log from the ship they hunt for answers and the lost gold. Great read!

Ghostly Alcatraz Island Easy to follow explanation of famous Alcatraz inmates. Great graphics are sure to capture kids attention. Colorful illustrations. Good for reluctant readers. Then/now section, index, glossary, and websites.

Ghosts in the Fog Non-fiction account of the little-known Japanese invasion of Alaska's Aleutian Islands during World War II. This is a very readable account of the events leading up to the attacks; the first-person accounts detail the effects of the Japanese occupation and the American campaign to oust and defeat the Japanese. Very interesting. Source notes and index included.

Ghosts of Ashbury High, The This book is the final exam of several students, including two schoalrship students, with a mysterious past. Also included are letters from faculty and the alumni association members. A ghost is discovered and what a surprise of whom the ghost was!

Ghosts of the Titanic Twelve-year-old Kevin Messenger comes in contact with a ghost from the Titanic. He must find out what the ghost wants in order to help it find peace. The historical connections with the sinking of the Titanic are very interesting. The author brings out

Giant-O-Saurs: Dino Times Trivia Series The books in this series are high interest action-packed titles students will enjoy. Pages include pronunciation guides and interesting facts with illustrations of the creatures in action. Each book includes maps and timelines.

Gifted Eighth grader George Clark is mentally gifted and socially inept. His self-centered nature adds to his problems--even with his one friend Anita. A week at camp with all his classmates and without his principal father to protect him add up to his worst expectations. Add in a hurricane and George gets a chance to redeem himself, but can he?

Ginger and Petunia Petunia is a pampered pig when her pet sitter fails to show up. Petunia pretends to be Ginger, her mistress, with great success.

Gingerbrread Cowboy, The Illustrated by Holly Berry. A fresh new version of the Gingerbread Boy, as a cowboy. Set in the western U.S. this cookie rides and ropes his way across the range and out of reach, until he meets the wily coyote.

Girl at Sea Clio is being sent off to Italy to spend the summer with her father, his new girlfriend, and her family. Odd behavior makes Clio curious about the nature of their yacht trip and she becomes determined to solve the mystery herself.

Girl Named Dan, A Dandi learns how what it's like to be denied being batboy, even though she won the contest, on the basis of gender. Based on a true incident about Title IX.

Girl Sleuth, Nancy Drew Who created Nancy Drew? The story of the two remarkable women who created a character that generations have loved to read. How did she go from pulp heroine to American icon?

Girl vs. Superstar Lucy B. Parker, 12, is having a tough time. Her best friends dump her, she still hasn't gotten her period, and her mom insists that she wear a bra. Then her mom announces that she's dating Alan, whose daughter, Laurel, is a famous recording star. This funny, fast-paced book introduces a promising new series.

Girl, a Boy and a Monster Cat, A Brandon's mom has made arrangements for him to spend three afternoons a week at Hannah's house--not Brandon's idea of fun. He would like to be watching TV each day, but instead he finds himself the unwilling participant in a series of riotous, imaginative roll-playing games with Hannah and her large cat. And Brandon never gets to good parts in the games! Funny and fast-paced.

Girls Don't Fly Myra thought she had things figured out to live a better life than her parents. When her boyfriend dumps her, she finds herself doing all kinds of unexpected things…including competing against him in a contest to win a study to the Galapagos.

Girls of No Return, The Lida, a troubled sixteen-year-old, is sent away to the Alice Marshall School for troubled teenage girls. Here, each girl must figure out their "Thing." For most, their "Thing" is a carefully guarded secret and when it is revealed, things go bad. Secret

Give Me Liberty Befriended by a kindly schoolmaster named Basil, thirteen-year-old Nathaniel Dunn begins a new life in Williamsburg, Virginia, in 1774 and becomes embroiled in the events leading up to the Revolutionary War. Well researched to the point of sometimes reading like a history text, readers will experience the struggles our forefathers endured to purchase our freedom as seen through Nathaniel's eyes.

Giving Up the Ghost Thirteen-year-old Davia Peters accompanies her parents to Louisiana to care for her terminally ill great-aunt Mari. Burdened with the knowledge her great-aunt Mari will die soon and that her own mother is fighting cancer, too. Davia befriends the plantation's resident ghost and is able to find some answers to the dilemmas in her own life.

Gladiator: Fight for Freedom Marcus is living a peaceful life on a farm with his parents when his father is forced to borrow money when the crops fail. The lender sends men to collect the loan and his father is killed. Marcus and his mother are sold into slavery and he is forced to

Gnarly Skateboarders - X-Moves Series Daredevil athletes stretch their skills beyond in these extreme sports. Each photo essay shows how the sport began and includes record holders/breakers and their feats. Risky tricks get the prizes! Included are diagrams and labels, glossary, bibliography, index, and where to find out more.

Go Go America Quick glance at each of the 50 states. Facts and interesting trivia about each one. Good resource for 4th grade Social Studies.

Gobble It Up! Animals eat all different kinds of food. In this book Arnosky makes a song out of the food chain, we all need to eat to survive.

Goblins! An Underearth Adventure When two troubled boys go on a police call and capture a goblin, they find themselves battling goblins under the surface of the earth. Fast-paced adventure and great fun.

God is in the Pancakes This is the unique story of 15-year-old candy striper Grace who befriends an 84-year-old man suffering from ALS. It's not just an ordinary coming of age book - it deals with the life and death of one who suffers from the terminal illness commonly known as Lou Gehrig's disease. The personalization of this disease is shown through the teenage characters interaction.

Gods of Manhattan Twelve-year-old Rory discovers a spirit world that thrives alongside his contemporary New York City, filled with fantastical creatures and people from the city's colorful past who have become gods and goddesses and who have chosen Rory to perform a dangerous mission. Inventive fantasy-adventure that uses real historical figures and events. Fast-paced and very readable.

Going Going A young girl becomes politically active when chain stores are taking over and the "ma and pop" stores are becoming a thing of the past. Good book for government classes.

Gold Medal Summer Gymnastics is a demanding sport and Jordan is not sure if she wants to give up all the things she must give up to continue in the sport, especially a boy. To make matters worse, she has doubts about her ability due to continued remarks by her competition

Gold Rush Kid After their mother dies, 12-year-old Billy and his 16-year-old sister, Edna Rose, decide to leave their home in Skagway, AK and find their father, who's gone in search of gold in the Yukon Territory. With Edna disguising herself as a boy, they set off on a journey that many do not survive.

Golden & Grey: An Unremarkable Boy and a Rather Remarkable Ghost Tom Golden's life at school is miserable since the move. He is bullied and teased and doesn't have the heart to let his parents know how miserable he is. Grey Arthur is looking for his place in the ghost world. He much prefers being Tom Golden's "invisible friend" to being a screamer or poltergeist. Hilarious, touching and impossible to put down.

Golden Dreams of Carlo Chuchio Carlo Chuchio is a dreamer who lives in a busy seaport. Adventure comes in the form of a map hidden in an old book. As he begins his journey he collects a number of companions with impossible dreams.

Golden Retrievers Children will enjoy reading about golden retrievers in this book from the series, Dog Breeds. They will learn the history of the dog as well as jobs they perform.

Goldminer's Daughter, A The villanous Banker Bigglebottom is about to foreclose on the Gold Mine. Gracie Pearl isn't about to marry the banker. Can she find another way to save the mine and herself?

Gone All of a sudden everyone over fifteen is gone. The children are left to fend for themselves to feed and care for the young, fight fires and find a way to escape the 20-mile impenetrable wall that closes them off from the outside world.

Good Boy Fergus! Fergus is your typical Westie. He's independent, stubborn, messy and likes to chase cats. However, Fergus is a "good boy."

Good Brother, Bad Brother This biography of Edwin and John Wilkes Booth is the story of the family of one of history's most well-known assassins, the man who killed Lincoln. Engaging and informative, it includes some nice analysis and even a little intrigue. Giblin uses many sources to draw a very thorough overview of the lives of the brothers. As interesting as the text is, the many photographs are amazing.

Good Citizen Sarah An unexpected snow storm cuts electricity forcing Sarah to help her neighbor with cleaning up after the storm.

Good Fortune It is 1933 and Li Keng Gee and her family move to Chinatown, San Francisco from China to join their father. This is a child’s tale of the hardships and happiness of a close family in “gold mountain”, the United States.

Good, the Bad, and the Barbie, The She's fifty years old and here is the unauthorized biography. In addition to learning about the doll, readers will learn about the inventor, the business, and the cultural changes reflected and caused by a toy.

Good-bye, Sheepie Sweet story about the death of a beloved family pet that will help many children cope with this event. Owen's father helps him realize that Sheepie will always be part of their happy memories. Team this one with Dog Heaven.

Gooney Bird is So Absurd Gooney Bird Greene and her fellow 2nd grade classmates discover poetry and learn the difference between haiku, limericks, and couplets. When the teacher's mother - who was once a writer - dies, Gooney Bird and the other students create their teacher a poem. Great read-aloud.

Gorgonzola! A very stinkysaurus Illustrated by Tim Bowers. Gorgonzola the dinosaur isn't mean, fierce or scary but everyone runs from him to avoid his smell until a little bird teaches him to brush his teeth and wash. Soon he is spiffed up and proud to be the first dinosaur declared "ex-stink."

Gossamer A sensitive tale of how our dreams come to us through the gossamer touch of “The Littlest” as she tries to help a young boy in a foster home. A wonderful read for all.

Gossamer While learning to bestow dreams, a young dream giver tries to save an eight-year-old boy from the effects of both his abusive past and the nightmares inflicted on him by the frightening Sinisteeds.

Goyangi Means Cat Soo Min, a young girl from Korea, is adjusting to her new life with her adopted American family. This book will hit home with many children who do not speak English. An understanding cat helps to bring the characters together and expresses the honesty about how difficult it is for adoptive children to adjust to their new lives. Very gently done.

Grace Grace's mother died when she was born. Her Da sends her to Angel House to become an "Angel." An Angel is someone who carries a bomb and detonates it and themselves in the war against Keran Berj society. An "Angel" gives up life in honor of the People. Grace has been trained, she has her bomb, and her assignment. But, she separates herself from the bomb before detonating it. She wants to live. She is now a traitor to both sides. This is Grace's journey to find out what it means to live.

Graceling Katsa is born with an extreme skill called a grace. Her grace is the grace of killing. Katsa's skill is exploited by her uncle. She combats this despised grace by setting up a council to right wrongs. Eventually she teams up with another graceling, Po, to save the kingdoms.

Grand Mosque of Paris, The: The Story of How Muslims Saved Jews During the Holocaust During the Nazi occupation of Paris, no Jew was safe from arrest and deportation to a concentration camp. Few Parisians were willing to risk their own lives to help. Yet many Jews found refuge in an unlikely place, the sprawling complex of the Grand Mosque of Paris. Not just a place of worship but also a community center, this hive of activity was an ideal temporary hiding place for escaped prisoners of war and Jews of all ages, including children.

Grand Old Tree, A This book takes you through the life cycle of a tree. A neat story even showing decomposition.

Grandfather's Dance This story completes the tale of the Witting family on the prairie. They celebrate a wedding, entertain three aunts from Maine, and have pretend weddings. Cassie experiences joy, sorrow, and Grandfather’s special dance.

Grandma Lena's Big Ol' Turnip Grandma grows a large turnip so large that she enlists the entire family to help her pull it out. This contemporary and multicultural rendition of "The Turnip" includes a note about African American cookery and the origins of the original Russian tale.

Grandmama's Pride Illustrated by Colin Bootman. Grandmama tells her granddaughters to sit on the back seat of the bus because it's the most comfortable. Then six-year-old Sarah learns to read and she begins to understand what all the signs in the South mean. An inspiring story of dignity and strength in the black community in the 1950s.

Grandma's Hurrying Child Illustrated by Kay Charao. Grandma tells her grandchild how she had to hurry across three states to attend her premature arrival into the world. Chorao's soft pastels tell a warm and loving interteneratoinal story. Good curl up with grandma book.

Grandma's Pear Tree Jesse has a problem when his ball gets stuck in his Grandma's prized pear tree. My - what an adventure Jesse and his family have trying to get the ball out! The big surprise is at the end and how to get a special someone down from the tree.

Grandpa's Music: A Story About Alzheimers This touching story written from a child's point of view, follows Grandpa's journey with Alzheimer's. Many suggestions for supporting those with Alzheimer's are given as this story progresses. The devastating effects are handled respectfully - and the soft illustrations contribute to the sensitivity of this story.

Grandpa's Tractor Grandpa Joe takes Timmy to visit the family farm, where the old house and barn still stand. They find the rusted old red tractor that brings back many happy memories for Grandpa.

Grasslands Thirteen-year-old Thomas Hunter has always longed to taste life on the Western range. So when a letter arrives inviting him to join his father and new family on their Kansas farm he can already see himself riding the range like a real cowboy. The farm is hardly what he expected: barely enough food, his new stepmother seems harsh and he spends all his time mucking out the barn and working in the fields. Just as Thomas grows restless the family's herd gets swept up in a cattle stampede and he must follow a bunch of cowboys to reclaim it. Facing the prairie adventure he has dreamed of, he finds himself in some eye-opening action that causes him to honor the Code of the West.

Grasslands Thirteen-year-old Thomas Hunter has always longed to taste life on the Western range. So when a letter arrives inviting him to join his father and new family on their Kansas farm he can already see himself riding the range like a real cowboy. The farm is hardly what he expected: barely enough food, his new stepmother seems harsh and he spends all his time mucking out the barn and working in the fields. Just as Thomas grows restless the family's herd gets swept up in a cattle stampede and he must follow a bunch of cowboys to reclaim it. Facing the prairie adventure he has dreamed of, he finds himself in some eye-opening action that causes him to honor the Code of the West.

Great Big Guinea Pigs Mother guinea pig tells little guinea pig about their big ancestors in Venszuela millions of years ago. Little guinea pig cannot believe it and is happy to be the loveable pet he is today. Great illustrations.

Great Cake Bake, The Illustrated by Matt Collins. Something disastrous always happens when Donna Rae enters a contest. Her cakes spew tea, explode or result in a cake fight. Kids will love the silliness of it all in this funny tall tale.

Great Dane: Gentle Giant Meet Gibson, the Great Dane Therapy Dog. This book offers a unique look at the gentle giants that have been around for a long time and gives a detailed history of the breed from a hunter to a house pet. These dogs are really a treasure in a giant package.

Great Death, The As their Alaskan village’s only survivors of sickness brought by white men one winter early in the twentieth century, sisters Millie, aged thirteen, and Maura, ten, make their way south in hopes of finding someone alive.

Great Divide, The This book combines rhyming division story problems with unusual collective nouns (a group of squirrels is a dray; a group of rhinoceros is a crash.) For example, "Twenty tough gorillas, magnificent and grand, march in five directions. How many in each b

Great Fuzz Frenzy, The The fuzz is flying in prairie dog town and what havoc it causes! When Violet, the dog, drops a tennis ball into their town the fun begins. A charming story about working together and friendship.

Great Graph Contest, The In this lively story, Toad and Lizard hold a contest to see who can make the best graphs. The graphs are cleverly woven into the storyline. Leedy includes tallies, surveys, venn diagrams, circle, picture, and bar graphs. More information on graphing at the back. Informative and fun!

Great Math Tattle Battle, The Math whiz Hzrley is the biggest tattle tale in second grade until Emma Jean joins the class.

Great Migrations This is a collection of amazing photographs in an interesting format that includes maps and graphics to satisfy a hunger for information. This book almost guarantees that the reader will continue to seek more information and is related to a global television event.

Great Receiver Being plucked from water-boy obscurity to become your high school football team's star wide receiver is just a fantasy to Joey until a chance catch in front of the coach earns him a tryout. Rich characters and heart-pounding game action makes this a winner.

Great Smelly, Slobbery, Small-Tooth Dog, The Illustrated by Julie Paschkis. A read aloud of this retelling of a British Beauty and the Beast tale will have young readers chiming in on each repetition of the "Great Smelly, Slobbery, Small-Tooth Dog" refrain. Less violent and more upbeat than most traditional versions, the "GSSSTD" rescues a rich man from bandits, claims his daughter as a reward, and after two near misses GSSSTD is transformed, through words of true love, into a prince.

Great Texas Hamster Drive, The Illustrated by Bruce Whatley. Slue Foot Sal was a tiny little gal with three older brothers. They all had pets and she wanted one too! She settled on two hamsters and that led to 18, 376 of them! Like a cattle drive, the family drove the little varmints from Texas to Abilene where they were to go back to Chicago. What pet would come next?

Great Wide Sea, The Ben Byron's mother went out for ice cream and is killed in a car crash. Her death forever changed the pleasant tenor of life for fifteen-year-old Ben, his two younger brothers and their father Jim Byron a college professor. Without talking it over with this three sons, Jim Byron takes a leave of absence from his college, sells everything, and invests the money in a sail boat. Unwilling participants in this venture, the boys nevertheless struggle to learn the skills required. Then while on watch one night by himself, Jim falls overboard, leaving his three sons at the mercy of the storm. Packed with action, this book would make a good classroom novel with plenty of discussion and research topics…a good read!

Green Jasper This is the middle book of a trilogy in the time frame of the Crusades. England is in turmoil over who will be king. This is a story of two brothers who fight for home, love, and country.

Green Witch A year after her world was nearly destroyed, sixteen-year-old Green has become the one villagers turn to for aid, especially to record their stories, but Green will need the help of other women who, like herself, are believed to be witches if she is to find her best friend and her one true love. The language and voice make the reader beg for more from Green.

Greetings from Nowhere Agnes Duncan and her husband have enjoyed running the Sleep Time Motel in the Great Smoky Mountains for years. Now her husband is dead, the bills are mounting, and there hasn't been a paying guest in months. Reluctantly, Agnes sells the motel to Clyde Dover and his daughter Willow who are looking for a new beginning after Clyde's wife deserts the family. Told through the eyes of Agnes and Willow, the old motel's new beginning may be just what Agnes and Willow need…a great read!

Gregor and the Curse of the Warmbloods Gregor must find the cure for a deadly disease or he will lose his mother, friends, and Aries. He has no choice but to put his life in danger once again. Number three in The Underland Chronicles Series.

Gregor and the Marks of Secret Book 4 of the Underland Chronicles does not disappoint fans of the series. When the mice who saved Queen Luxa start disappearing she, along with Gregor, and Temp must travel the Underworld and face the challenges of Bane.

Greyhound: Canine Blur! Greyhounds are the fastest dogs in the world. This speedy canine can run almost twice as fast as a human. Information included about the history of the breed, the dog's life as a race dog, and about greyhounds as pets. Lots of fantastic photos and easy to read text with text features make this seven-book series entitled

Grimm Legacy, The Elizabeth's new job at the New York Circulating Material Repository brings new friends, incredible magical adventures, danger, and a little romance. Intermingled classic fairy tale elements and modern-day conflicts make this clever novel a sure hit.

Gross Body Invaders This REALLY close-up view of parasites that can be found in or on your body is part of a set called

Gross Out Defenses: Deadly Poison Dart Frogs A beautiful set of books that explore animals who use their bodies natural defenses to protect themselves. Readers will be captivated by the detailed photos and simple text.

Groundhog Stays Up Late Illustrated by Jean Cassels. Much like the ant and the grasshopper groundhog's friends are not going to help him out if he decides not to hibernate. When he plays a trick on them they get him back but all ends well. Groundhog is a party animal!

Grouping at the Dog Show Rookie Read About Math series. An interesting little non-fiction story about how they group and categorize dogs in a dog show. Shows a Venn diagram as an illustration.

Growing Patterns: Fibonacci Numbers in Nature This interesting discourse of the Fibonacci patterns in nature is supported by photographic evidences found in nature. This is a bonus for discussion of numbers.

Grumpy Bird Grumpy Bird goes for a walk collecting other animals along the way. When he figures out that they are copying him, he no longer is grumpy.

Guantanamo Boy Set just six months after 9/11, a 15-year-old British boy of Pakistani and Turkish descent reluctantly visits family in Pakistan. There he is mistaken as an enemy combatant, kidnapped and taken to Guantanamo Bay. How private are online computer games? What will be done in the name of national security? How important is family? This book puts a face on the prisoners of Guantanamo and is a must read for teens.

Guide to Kansas Architecture A one-of-a-kind guide to Kansas architecture that is a handy reference invaluable to the well-versed architect but assembled so the merely inquisitive reader will appreciate state history and its people. Well written text of localized architecture supported with 601 black-and-white photographs gives this selection a strong place in all Kansas collections.

Guide to Kansas Architecture A one-of-a-kind guide to Kansas architecture that is a handy reference invaluable to the well-versed architect but assembled so the merely inquisitive reader will appreciate state history and its people. Well written text of localized architecture supported with 601 black-and-white photographs gives this selection a strong place in all Kansas collections.

Guide to Kansas Architecture A one-of-a-kind guide to Kansas architecture that is a handy reference invaluable to the well-versed architect but assembled so the merely inquisitive reader will appreciate state history and its people. Well written text of localized architecture supported with 601 black-and-white photographs gives this selection a strong place in all Kansas collections.

Guide to Kansas Architecture A one-of-a-kind guide to Kansas architecture that is a handy reference invaluable to the well-versed architect but assembled so the merely inquisitive reader will appreciate state history and its people. Well written text of localized architecture supported with 601 black-and-white photographs gives this selection a strong place in all Kansas collections.

Guinea Dog Rufus is desperate for a dog, but his father simply will not allow it. When Mom brings home a guinea pig, Rufus is skeptical – until he discovers this guinea pig thinks he’s a dog!

Guinea Dog Rufus is desperate for a dog, but his father simply will not allow it. When Mom brings home a guinea pig, Rufus is skeptical – until he discovers this guinea pig thinks he’s a dog!

Guinea Pig Scientists: Bold Self-Experiments in Science This is a well-documented fascinating book of ten true stories of men and women who have been so dedicated to scientific research that they have experimented on themselves. Sketches and historical photos illustrate the exploits; also included are biographical references, a timeline and index.

Gully's Travels A spoiled dog living the good life with his professor owner has a rude awakening when he is given away to the doorman and his noisy, rowdy family.