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To Dare Mighty Things: The Life of Theodore Roosevelt
Gr 2–5—Once again, Rappaport offers an accessible introduction to one of the world's most influential people, punctuating her poignant narrative with well-chosen quotes that help frame the life of an important figure...
Flying Lemur
Gr 1–3—A tree habitat is the common element to this otherwise diverse range of animals...
Jack Strong Takes a Stand
Gr 4–6—Jack Strong feels like the most overscheduled middle schooler in the world...
Recognizing Readers: Enfield, CT, Program Honors Kids’ Burgeoning Literacy
Thanks to an innovative community effort, Enfield, CT, is fostering children’s literacy in unique ways. Our “First Readers” program—an expansive collaboration between Enfield’s libraries, schools, civic leaders, board of education, and families—honors learning to read as an important milestone in children’s lives, culminating in town-wide celebrations and even a yearly parade. It’s well worth the effort in creating a culture of literacy for kids, and inspiring them to learn.
The Hidden Summer
Gr 5–7—In contemporary Birmingham, Alabama, sixth-grader Nell has been coping with her mother's emotional volatility and neglect, adjusting to a sequence of stepfathers, and having only alternate-weekend contact with her preoccupied dad...
Pretty Presents: Paper Creations to Share
Gr 7 Up—Quilling, creating paper pulp, wrapping, and designing mosaic and decoupage are just a few of the techniques readers will learn as they create useful items such as bowls and photo frames, or decorative ones such as ornaments and nameplates...
Here Where the Sunbeams Are Green
Gr 4–7—After a disturbing letter arrives from their ornithologist father, 12-year-old Madeline (Mad) Wade and her younger sister, Ruby (Roo), head to Central America with their mother to find him...
George and the Big Bang
Gr 4 Up—Once again, George and his friends, next-door neighbor Annie and her scientist dad, Eric, are on an exciting adventure...
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