Audio

K-2–As a young girl tours an art museum, she notices an unexpected string of feelings begin to bubble inside that she "cannot stifle...

A great choice for libraries that have an audiobook collection and those interested in historical fiction and compelling family stories. ["Well-written…has a thoroughly believable protagonist and well-chosen period details. It should be noted that Gonzalez portrays the single sympathetic Communist character as increasingly brainwashed": SLJ 5/10 review of the Knopf book.]

For fans of The Secret Garden, this is a must-read. For those not familiar with the earlier novel, this is a sweet and satisfying tale of friendship and growth.

PreS-Gr 3—When Mouse is awakened on the fifth of May by the smells of a Mexican fiesta, he follows his nose to the "beany, cheesy, ricey" source...

For those looking for ways to teach tolerance and celebrate the accomplishments of women. ["Classes across the curriculum can utilize this informative book": SLJ 2/15 review of the City Lights book.]

PreS-Gr 4—Marisol, an "artist through and through," is very excited to participate with her class in painting a mural for the library...

A fascinating and well-done audio offering for most history collections. ["Students and teachers will benefit greatly from this engaging exploration of America's most overlooked and misunderstood historical periods": SLJ 9/09 review of the Holt book.]

Gr 2–4—The Okefenokee Swamp sets the backdrop for a clever retake on a familiar children's story, "Over in the Meadow...

Although the setting and the "who-done-it" story line have potential, high school libraries could make more suitable choices for their collections.