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Fiction
The Great Interactive Dream Machine: Another Adventure in
Cyberspace BR 12834
by Richard Peck
1 volume
In this sequel to Lost in Cyberspace (BR 10713) Aaron has
designed a computer program that will transport him through time
and space, but it has a flaw. If anyone is nearby, the program
will send Aaron and Josh where that person dreams of going. For
grades 4-7. 1996.
The Kite Fighters BR 12840
by Linda Sue Park
1 volume
Seoul, Korea, 1473. Eleven-year-old Young-sup realizes his skill
in kite flying, while his older brother Kee-sup demonstrates his
talent in designing and building beautiful kites. As they prepare
to enter the New Year's competition, their very young king
approaches them with some astonishing requests. For grades 4-7.
2000.
Shiloh Season BR 12871
by Phyllis Reynolds Naylor
1 volume
It's been a month since Marty adopted his mistreated beagle,
Shiloh, from his neighbor Judd. The only problem is that Judd now
wants the dog back. How can Marty convince Judd to leave Shiloh
alone? Sequel to Shiloh (BR 11971). For grades 4-7. 1996.
Saving Shiloh BR 12872
by Phyllis Reynolds Naylor
1 volume
Sequel to Shiloh Season (BR 12871). When Judd Travers
appears to be mending his mean and angry ways, his young friend
Marty is encouraged, despite rumors of Judd's involvement in
criminal activities. Judd repays Marty's confidence by rescuing
Marty's dog, Shiloh, from drowning. For grades 4-7. 1997.
Orphan Journey Home BR 12876
by Liza Ketchum
1 volume
In 1828 Jesse, twelve, and Moses, thirteen, are returning with
their parents and two younger siblings from their failed Illinois
farm to grandmother's house in Kentucky. When both parents die on
the trip, the children must escape the usual orphans' fate of
becoming indentured servants. For grades 5-8. 2000.
Sammy the Seal BR 12878
by Syd Hoff
1 volume
Eager to try life outside the zoo, Sammy the seal explores the
city, goes to school, and plays with the children but decides
that, after all, home is best. For grades K-3. 1959.
Absolutely Lucy BR 12909
by Ilene Cooper
1 volume
Bobby Quinn has always been shy. Then for his eighth birthday his
parents give him a beagle puppy, which he names Lucy. Before long
Lucy is helping Bobby make lots of friends. A chapter book. For
grades 2-4. 2000.
The Complete Adventures of Curious George BR 12910
by Margret Rey and H.A. Rey
1 volume
A collection of seven books published between 1941 and 1966
featuring George, a mischievous monkey. George likes to
investigate the new things he encounters, a habit that usually
causes trouble. His friend, the man with the large yellow hat,
often rescues George--who goes on to more adventures. For grades
K-3. 1994.
Skellig BR 12915
by David Almond
1 volume
With an ailing infant, Michael's family is sad-hearted as they
settle into their new home. In the ramshackle garage Michael
discovers Skellig, a sickly, winged man. As the boy and his
intellectual next-door friend, Mina, nurse Skellig back to
health, the mysterious man introduces them to life's magical
side. For grades 5-8. 1998.
Because of Winn-Dixie BR 12917
by Kate DiCamillo
1 volume
Ten-year-old India Opal and her preacher dad move to a new town
in Florida during the summer. Opal is lonely until she adopts a
big stray dog she names Winn-Dixie. The two soon make friends
with the local librarian, the pet store manager, and a nearly
blind elderly neighbor. For grades 3-6. 2000.
Echohawk BR 12923
by Lynda Durrant
1 volume
In 1738 four-year-old Jonathan is abducted by Mohican warriors
and renamed Echohawk. The boy adapts well to his new family. Then
at age twelve he and his brother are sent to an English school,
where he discovers his earlier heritage. Prequel to Turtle
Clan Journey (BR 12924). For grades 5-8. 1996.
Turtle Clan Journey BR 12924
by Lynda Durrant
1 volume
In this sequel to Echohawk (BR12923), the English boy
raised with the Mohicans continues to feel the conflict of his
dual heritage. Captured and sent to live with his aunt in Albany,
Echohawk escapes and makes a perilous journey to Ohio with his
Mohican father and brother. For grades 5-8. 1999.
A Mouse Called Wolf BR 12987
by Dick King-Smith
1 volume
Mary the mouse gives her very small son an important-sounding
name she finds on sheet music outside her hole: Wolfgang Amadeus.
As tiny Wolf listens to old Mrs. Honeybee play her piano, he
realizes he can sing! Entranced, Mrs. Honeybee encourages him,
and they become friends. For grades 2-4. 1997.
Leo the Late Bloomer BR 13068
by Robert Kraus
1 volume
Little tiger Leo couldn't do anything the other young animals
were doing; he couldn't read, write, draw, eat neatly, or even
speak. Leo's father was worried, but Leo's mother was certain Leo
was just a late bloomer. And in his own good time, Leo proved his
mother right! PRINT/BRAILLE. For preschool-grade 2. 1971.
Buttons BR 13070
by Brock Cole
1 volume
When an old man eats so much that his britches burst and his
buttons pop into the fire, his three daughters think up different
plans for replacing them. PRINT/BRAILLE. For grades K-3. 2000.
Yoshi's Feast BR 13072
by Kimiko Kajikawa
1 volume
When Yoshi's neighbor, Sabu the eel broiler, attempts to charge
him for the delicious-smelling aromas he has been enjoying, Yoshi
hatches a plan to enrich them both. Adapted from a Japanese
folktale. PRINT/BRAILLE. For grades K-3. 2000.
More Adventures of the Great Brain BR 13176
by John D. Fitzgerald
1 volume (Reissue)
Adenville, Utah; 1896. Eleven-year-old Tom, known as "The Great
Brain" because of his ingenious schemes, terrorizes the entire
town when he plants fake dinosaur tracks from Skeleton Cave to
the river. For grades 4-7. 1969.
The Folk Keeper BR 13177
by Franny Billingsley
1 volume
The orphan Corinna transforms herself into Corin because only
boys are Folk Keepers, appeasers of the evil Folk. Her identity
is further challenged at her new post near the sea when she
discovers her heritage as a Sealmaiden, and she must draw upon
all her gifts to stay alive. For grades 5-8. Boston Globe-Horn
Book Award. 1999.
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