The following books were recently produced for the NLS program. To order books, contact your braille-lending library.
Fourteen Cows for America
BR 19002
by Carmen Agra Deedy
1 volume
Upon returning to his village in Kenya, Kimeli tells his people about the
World Trade Center tragedy of September 11, 2001. In response, the Maasai
villagers present fourteen cows–symbolic of life–as an offering to grieving
Americans. Afterword by Kimeli Naiyomah. PRINT/BRAILLE. For grades K-3 and
older readers. 2009.
Sam Patch: Daredevil Jumper
BR 19023
by Julie Cummins
1 volume
Recounts the short career of Sam Patch (1807–1829), who combined his skills
as a natural-born jumper and expert swimmer to successfully leap 120 feet
into Niagara Falls, but who failed a 125-foot jump on Friday, November 13,
1829, at Genesee Falls. PRINT/BRAILLE. For grades K-3. 2009.
Once upon a Twice
BR 19026
by Denise Doyen
1 volume
One moonlit night a young mouse named Jam ignores the elders' warnings and
sits alone near the lake—the perfect prey for a water snake. Written in
nonsense verse. PRINT/BRAILLE. For grades K-3. 2009.
I Feel Better with a Frog in My Throat: History's Strangest Cures BR 19050
by Carlyn Beccia
1 volume
Examines old folk cures for coughs, wounds, stomachaches, and other common
ailments, such as the use of live frogs to treat sore throats in Medieval Europe. Presents multiple possible remedies for eight illnesses then explains
why each would—or would not—actually work. PRINT/BRAILLE. For grades K-3. 2010.
Space, Stars, and the Beginning of Time: What the Hubble Telescope Saw BR 19348
by Elaine Scott
1 volume
Recounts discoveries about the universe--seeing a star being born, tracking
a galaxy light-years away, verifying the existence of dark energy--made
since 1990 by scientists using the Hubble telescope. Discusses the 2009
mission to update Hubble so it could continue probing the mysteries of the
cosmos. For grades 4-7. 2011.
Dizzy Dinosaurs: Silly Dino Poems BR 19388
by Lee Bennett Hopkins
1 volume
Nineteen short poems about different dinosaurs. "School Rules" warns
dinosaurs not to eat their classmates. "Oops!" finds Carcharodontosaurus
upset when his tooth pops out. Includes a guide to pronouncing dinosaur
names. For grades K-3. 2011.
Of Thee I Sing: A Letter to My Daughters
BR 20002
by Barack Obama
1 volume
President Obama praises thirteen American citizens–including Helen Keller,
Martin Luther King Jr., and Cesar Chavez–whose contributions shaped our
country. Expresses hope that these heroes will inspire his daughters and
all children to pursue their own unique gifts and build up our nation.
PRINT/BRAILLE. For grades K-3 and older readers. 2010.
Dave the Potter: Artist, Poet, Slave
BR 20003
by Laban Carrick Hill
1 volume
Discusses the creative work of South Carolina slave Dave (1834–1864), who
made large clay pots and jars–some of which he inscribed with poems. PRINT/
BRAILLE. For grades K-3. Coretta Scott King Award; Caldecott Honor Book. 2010.
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