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Fly Guy's Ninja Christmas
Fans of this incredibly popular easy reader series will thoroughly enjoy the seasonal antics of this installment, especially with its sparkly cover and ninja action.
How To Avoid Extinction
A cast of memorable characters, intelligent banter, and wry humor reminiscent of Richard Peck or Gary Paulsen make this an authentic and unforgettable journey.
The Enemy Above: A Novel of World War II
Set in an interesting locale, this will satisfy historical fiction fans who want page-turning action without much depth.
Nettie and Nellie Crook: Orphan Train Sisters
These title will appeal only to the most die-hard fans of historical fiction.
A Shiloh Christmas
Though it stands well on its own, A Shiloh Christmas will most appeal to those already familiar with the previous titles.
The Santa Shimmy
Despite the small (6 × 6) format, this is upbeat, lighthearted holiday fun that lends itself to group participation at preschool storytimes or in small classroom settings.
Walk on Earth a Stranger
Though the wagon train adventure is slightly cliché, the fast-paced plot, a hint of mild romance, and the added element of fantasy make this stand out from your average Gold Rush story.—Madeline J. Bryant, Los Angeles Public Library
The ability to divine gold is as much a danger as a gift in Gold Rush–era America, as fifteen-year-old Leah Westfall knows all too well. After her parents are murdered by a grasping uncle who knows about her secret “gold-witching” talent, Leah flees west from her family’s Georgia homestead, hoping to escape her uncle’s dogged pursuit. Disguised as a boy—a trope made fresh here by Leah’s well-established strength and competence
Cast Off: The Strange Adventures of Petra de Winter and Bram Broen
Pair this book with Avi's The True Confessions of Charlotte Doyle (1990) or Karen Hesse's Stowaway (2001, both Scholastic). A thoroughly satisfying high seas adventure.
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