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Fiction
Big Red BR 12530
by Jim Kjelgaard
2 volumes
Seventeen-year-old Danny Pickett takes a shine to a big red Irish
setter on a nearby ranch. Naming the dog "Red," he uses him to
help hunt a dangerous bear who's been killing livestock. Prequel
to Irish Red (BR 12531). For grades 4-7. 1945.
Irish Red BR 12531
by Jim Kjelgaard
1 volume
Danny Pickett at first believes that Mike, the runt of the Irish
setter litter, will never live up to the standards of his
champion father, Big Red. But when they become trapped in a
snowstorm with a dangerous puma, he changes his mind. Sequel to
Big Red (BR 12530). For grades 4-7. 1951.
The Ashwater Experiment BR 12550
by Amy Goldman Koss
1 volume
At twelve, Hillary Siegal's life of traveling with her footloose
parents has led her to fantasize that she is the only real person
in an elaborate experiment. When her parents decide to housesit
for nine whole months in Ashwater, California, Hillary is
surprised to find actual friendships. For grades 5-8. 1999.
Jack and Jill BR 12554
by Louisa May Alcott
2 volumes
Jack and Jill are the best of friends and when they are severely
injured in a sledding accident they become even closer. With the
help of Jack's mother, the two are provided with many amusements
to pass the Christmas season. But will Jill ever walk again? For
grades 5-8. 1880.
On Different Shores BR 12585
by Jen McVeity
1 volume
Tess lives with her politician father, stepmother, and half-
sister during the week and with her fashion-model mother on
weekends. As her sister struggles to impress their increasingly
distant father, Tess abandons competitive swimming and good
grades to concentrate on her guerrilla environmental group's
activities. For grades 5-8. 1998.
Bunnicula Strikes Again! BR 12594
by James Howe
1 volume
Harold, the canine author, describes the events that disrupted
the Monroe household where he lives with Chester (a cat), Howie
(a puppy), and Bunnicula (a rabbit with fangs). It all starts
with Bunnicula looking listless and Chester saying he has the
matter under control. Companion to Return to Howliday Inn (BR
9196). For grades 3-6. 1999.
Ramona's World BR 12609
by Beverly Cleary
1 volume
Ramona Quimby, age nine, is starting fourth grade in Mrs.
Meacham's class with new friend Daisy and old friend Yard Ape.
Ramona also has fun at home with her big sister Beezus and a new
baby sister, Roberta. Sequel to Ramona Forever (BR 6284).
For grades 3-6. 1999.
Journeys with Elijah: Eight Tales of the Prophet BR
12624
retold by Barbara Diamond Goldin
1 volume
Folktales about the well-known figure of Jewish, Christian, and
Islamic tradition. Set in such diverse locations as Argentina,
the Caribbean, China, Germany, Iraq, and Israel. For grades 2-4
and older readers. 1999.
A Different Kind of Hero BR 12673
by Ann R. Blakeslee
1 volume
Colorado mining town, 1881. Renny Sholto, twelve, often
disappoints his father by being too softhearted. When Wong Gum
Zi, a young Chinese immigrant, comes to town, Renny is the only
one who accepts him. But their friendship causes Renny lots of
trouble, especially with his dad. For grades 5-8. 1997.
Altogether, One at a Time BR 12682
by E.L. Konigsburg
1 volume
Four short coping stories. In "Inviting Jason," Stan learns
something about dyslexia; in "The Night of the Leonids," Lewis
spends time at his grandmother's; in "Camp Fat," Clara learns to
love herself; and in "Momma at the Pearly Gates," Momma copes
with prejudice. Some strong language. For grades 4-7. 1971.
The King of Dragons BR 12685
by Carol Fenner
2 volumes
Ian, eleven, lives with his father in an abandoned city hall.
Being homeless is no fun, and they are often hungry and cold.
When workers arrive to convert the building into a kite museum,
Ian decides to involve himself with the group--especially since
his father has disappeared. For grades 6-9. 1998.
Encyclopedia Brown and the Case of the Slippery Salamander BR
12686
by Donald J. Sobol
1 volume
Leroy "Encyclopedia" Brown helps his dad, the police chief, solve
ten new cases involving, among other things, dead cockroaches,
surfboards, bananas, and peacock eggs. For grades 3-6. 1999.
Figuring Out Frances BR 12689
by Gina Willner-Pardo
1 volume
Abigail is bothered by two mysteries at the start of the fourth
grade. One, why does her grandmother with Alzheimer's disease now
call Abigail "Frances"? And, two, why did her best friend, Travis
Mooney, change so much when he transferred to her school this
year? For grades 4-7. 1999.
A Hive for the Honeybee BR 12704
by Soinbhe Lally
1 volume
Three-day-old worker bee Thora is already on duty, active in the
life cycle of the beehive. Belle, another worker, instructs Thora
about responsibility, but her friends the drones, Mo and Alfred,
teach her about the mysteries and choices of life. For grades 6-
9. 1996.
Sammy and the Dinosaurs BR 13004
by Ian Whybrow
1 volume
When Sammy finds some toy dinosaurs in Gran's attic, they become
his favorite companions. Then one day he leaves them on a train
and is upset until Gran comes to the rescue. PRINT/BRAILLE. For
preschool-grade 2. 1999.
Joseph Had a Little Overcoat BR 13008
by Simms Taback
1 volume
Joseph starts with an overcoat. When it is old and worn, he makes
it into a jacket. The original material becomes smaller and
smaller until he arrives at the moral of the tale. Adapted from a
Yiddish folk song. PRINT/BRAILLE. For preschool-grade 2.
Caldecott Medal. 1999.
The Full Belly Bowl BR 13009
by Jim Aylesworth
1 volume
When a very old man rescues a wee small man from a fox, he
receives a magic bowl in gratitude, with specific instructions
for handling it. But there will be some unfortunate complications
if the bowl is not stored upside down. PRINT/BRAILLE. For grades
K-3. 1999.
In the Time of the Drums BR 13010
by Kim L. Siegelson
1 volume
Mentu, an American-born slave boy from the Georgia Sea Islands,
learns African traditions from his grandmother Twi. But one day,
drums announce the arrival of a boat loaded with unhappy Ibo
slaves, and African-born Twi leaves Mentu to lead the Ibo out of
captivity. PRINT/BRAILLE. For grades 2-4. Coretta Scott King
Award. 1999.
Goodnight Moon BR 13012
by Margaret Wise Brown
1 volume
As a little bunny settles into bed, he bids good night to
familiar objects in his room and even some outside.
PRINT/BRAILLE. For preschool-grade 2. 1947.
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