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Emily's runaway imagination
Par Beverly Cleary. 1961
Emily lives on a farm near the town of Pitchfork, Oregon, in the 1920s. She has a wonderful imagination that…
leads her into all kinds of difficulties, like when she tries to change a farm horse into a snow-white steed by washing it with Clorox! Nevertheless, Emily and her mother are determined to bring a library to Pitchfork. For grades 3-6Return to Howliday Inn
Par James Howe. 1992
Much to their chagrin, Chester, Harold, and Howie find themselves en route to Chateau Bow-Wow, the boarding kennel that Chester…
has named Howliday Inn, while their family goes on vacation. The current residents include a melancholy Great Dane named Hamlet, two street-wise cats called Felony and Miss Demeanor, a hymn-singing weasel, and a couple of yuppie dogs. Companion to Howliday Inn (RC 21194/BR 5752). For grades 3-6 and older readersBanner in the sky
Par James Ullman. 1954
The people of the Alpine villages say that no one will ever conquer the greatest mountain in Switzerland. Nevertheless, young…
Rudi Matt, whose father lost his life to the peak, joins an expedition to do what no one else has ever done. An authentic adventure based on the original ascent of the Matterhorn. For grades 5-8. Newbery MedalStinker's return
Par Pamela Service. 1993
Alien Tsynq Yr, a.k.a. Stinker, returns to earth (still inhabiting the body of a skunk) and again engages the assistance…
of Jonathan and Karen. This time Stinker must locate a suitably "earthly" souvenir for the High Gyrn of Twak in order to prevent interplanetary warfare. The trio zip to Washington, D.C., where they scour the museums in search of the perfect gift. Sequel to Stinker from Space (BR 08884). For grades 3-6 and older readersThe pigman & me
Par Paul Zindel. 1991
Paul Zindel, author of The Pigman (RC 23431, BR 9275), Pigman's Legacy (RC 23260, BR 6309), writes of the angst,…
humor, and mishaps that fill the year he spends with his mother and sister on Staten Island. Lacking funds but able to talk a mile a minute, his mother arranges to buy a house with Connie, a single mother with money and a set of zesty twins. Connie's father becomes Zindel's own pigman. For junior and senior high readersHenry and the paper route
Par Beverly Cleary. 1957
Henry, eleven, feels it's high time he did something important, and he believes a paper route is just what he…
needs. When he takes over Scooter's route while he's out with the chicken pox, Henry feels certain he'll get Chuck's route when basketball season starts. But when Murph, the new "genius" in the neighborhood lands the job, Henry's pesky friend Ramona comes to his rescue. Companion to Henry Huggins (RC 35642, BR 7178). For grades 3-6How did we find out about Antarctica?
Par Isaac Asimov. 1979
Presents the history of the discovery and early explorations of the Antarctic region, including the race to the South Pole.…
Also describes the geography of the region. For grades 5-8 and older readersHow did we find out about photosynthesis?
Par Isaac Asimov. 1989
Traces the scientific discoveries that led to our knowledge of photosynthesis, an interaction of plants and light. Discusses how photosynthesis…
relates to the food supply, the changing ecological balance, and the threats to the Earth's atmosphere. For grades 5-8 and older readersLife's a funny proposition, Horatio
Par Barbara Polikoff. 1992
It has been two years since his father died from lung cancer, and Horatio Tuckerman, twelve, and his mother have…
moved to a small town in Wisconsin to be closer to other family members. His grandfather, O.P. (Old Professor), has moved in with Horatio and his mother. As O.P. struggles to overcome the loss of his son, his beloved dog dies. The family pulls together to provide the support that each of them needs. For grades 4-7Homer Price
Par Robert McCloskey. 1943
Nothing much happens in Centerburg, the home of the hero of this story, but then things get exciting as he…
catches burglars with his pet skunk, makes nonstop doughnuts in his uncle's lunchroom, and comes to the aid of the Super Duper. For grades 4-7Up a road slowly
Par Irene Hunt. 1966
With clear recall, Julie recounts growing up motherless from age seven to high school graduation. She relates the pains and…
high moments and describes her relationships, both happy and disappointing. For grades 6-9 and older readers. Newbery MedalDisney's Aladdin: adapted from the film
Par A. L Singer. 1992
Retelling of the folktale Aladdin or the Wonderful Lamp. Evil Jafar, the sultan's key adviser, is determined to own the…
magic lamp that is hidden deep in the Cave of Wonder, into which only a Diamond in the Rough--a common person with shining qualities--may enter. Aladdin is such a person, and his kindness, honesty, intelligence, and sense of humor prove attractive to beautiful Princess Jasmine as well. For grades 2-4 and older readers. BestsellerHenry and the clubhouse
Par Beverly Cleary. 1962
Henry has his hands full with a paper route and a clubhouse project, but things get even more complicated when…
his friend's little sister keeps interfering and his dog gets in a fight. For grades 3-6Antarctica: the last unspoiled continent
Par Laurence Pringle. 1992
Antarctica, the fifth largest continent, is often called the "White Continent" because it is covered with snow and ice. The…
author describes the discovery and exploration of Antarctica, its geological history and natural history, and its great value as a natural laboratory for science. He also discusses prospects for the future well-being of the continent in the light of new treaties. For grades 4-7 and older readersThe good luck pony
Par Elizabeth Koda-Callan. 1990
There was once a little girl who wanted, more than anything, to be able to ride and jump a pony.…
After only a few lessons, however, she lost control of her pony and had a frightful experience. Her mother gave her a necklace and charm that she called "the good luck pony." After many months of hard work, the girl learned to ride and jump, and that her own efforts had brought her good luck. For grades 2-4Farmer boy
Par Laura Wilder. 1933
Story about a traditional farm family in upper New York state in the 1860s. Tells about work, school, and simple…
amusements and introduces nine-year-old Almanzo Wilder, who later married Laura Ingalls. For grades 4-7 and older readersWanted-- Mud Blossom
Par Betsy Byars. 1991
When Junior discovers that the school's hamster, entrusted to his care, has disappeared, he jumps to a conclusion: Pap's dog,…
Mud, is a murderer. Mud seeks refuge under the porch and awaits his trial. Meanwhile, Mad Mary seems to be missing, and Vern and Michael appear to know more about it than they will admit. And Ralphie persists in his pursuit of Maggie. Companion to A Blossom Promise (RC 28770, BR 8697). For grades 4-7 and older readersOperation Siberian crane: the story behind the international effort to save an amazing bird
Par Judi Friedman. 1992
Chronicles the efforts of the International Crane Foundation (ICF) to save the endangered Siberian crane. The ICF was established by…
two Americans, Ron Sauey and George Archibald, in 1972. With the help of scientists from the Soviet Union and the support of environmentalists from other nations, the work of the ICF has made an impact. For grades 4-7 and older readersA wrinkle in time
Par Madeleine L'Engle. 1962
When an atomic physicist disappears, his children begin a bizarre search. Led by three whimsical characters, Mrs. Whatsit, Mrs. Who,…
and Mrs. Which, they manage their interplanetary journey by "wrinkling" to span space and time. For grades 5-8. Newbery MedalA day no pigs would die
Par Robert Peck. 1972
Explores the problems of growing up on a Shaker farm in Vermont in the 1920s. The story concerns a young…
boy's pig--its growth, blue ribbon, and inevitable slaughter. Surrounding this are details of farm life, Yankee jokes, and family memories. For grades 6-9 and older readers