Nurk the Strange, Surprising Adventures of a (Somewhat) Brave Shrew
by Ursula Vernon Harcourt c2008 131 pages.
Nurk, a small shrew ,goes on an adventure to find the owner of a letter mistakenly mailed to him. This is a great fantasy, and a good read aloud. Readers will care what happens to Nurk and enjoy reading about his adventures.
Perloo the Bold
Avi Scholastic c1998 223 pages.
Perloo, a shy quiet rabbit who would rather stay in his warm home by himself and read is forced into the politics of the Montmers by Lucabara. Jolaine, the granter ,has made him the next leader after her death rather than her son Berwig. What follows is the exciting story of Perloo's adventures as he must lead the Montmers , bring peace with the Felbarts, and survive the attacks of Berwig.
Grades 3 and up.
Avi Scholastic c1998 223 pages.
Perloo, a shy quiet rabbit who would rather stay in his warm home by himself and read is forced into the politics of the Montmers by Lucabara. Jolaine, the granter ,has made him the next leader after her death rather than her son Berwig. What follows is the exciting story of Perloo's adventures as he must lead the Montmers , bring peace with the Felbarts, and survive the attacks of Berwig.
Grades 3 and up.
The Mysterious Benedict Society, by Trenton Lee Stewart. Little Brown and Company c2007 485 pages.
After passing a series of test four children, Reynie, Kate, Constance and Sticky are selected to go on a secret mission . They are sent to the Learning Institute for the Very Enlightened where they become spies for Mr. Benedict. A good science fiction read for 5th and up.
After passing a series of test four children, Reynie, Kate, Constance and Sticky are selected to go on a secret mission . They are sent to the Learning Institute for the Very Enlightened where they become spies for Mr. Benedict. A good science fiction read for 5th and up.
Schooled by Gordon Korman. Hyperion Publishers c2007. 208 pages.
Capricorn Anderson has lived alone with his Grandmother, Rain, on a commune until she falls and breaks her hip. Cap must stay in a foster home while she recovers and attend school for the first time. The story follows Cap as he must learn how to function around people and make sense of the
new society he finds himself living in.
Capricorn Anderson has lived alone with his Grandmother, Rain, on a commune until she falls and breaks her hip. Cap must stay in a foster home while she recovers and attend school for the first time. The story follows Cap as he must learn how to function around people and make sense of the
new society he finds himself living in.
Things Not Seen by Andrew Clements. Puffin Books c2002. 251 pages.
Bobby Phillips wakes up one morning and is invisible. Bobby and his parents along with his new blind friend Alicia try to find out what caused his condition and how to reverse it. An interseting science fiction read for older Clements fans.
Bobby Phillips wakes up one morning and is invisible. Bobby and his parents along with his new blind friend Alicia try to find out what caused his condition and how to reverse it. An interseting science fiction read for older Clements fans.
Ruins of Gorlan Book 1 of Ranger's Apprentice by John Flanagan. Puffin Books, c2005 249 pages.
Fifteen -year-old Will after being rejected for battle school is chosen by Halt to become a Ranger.
The Rangers are the protectors of the kingdom and fight against Morgarath who is planning a battle to take over the kingdom. Will story is interesting to follow as he battles bullies learns about who he is and what he can accomplish.
Fifteen -year-old Will after being rejected for battle school is chosen by Halt to become a Ranger.
The Rangers are the protectors of the kingdom and fight against Morgarath who is planning a battle to take over the kingdom. Will story is interesting to follow as he battles bullies learns about who he is and what he can accomplish.
Velma Gratch and the Way Cool Butterfly, Madison, Alan. Schwarta and Wade Books, c2007
Velma Gratch follows two older sisters to school. What will make Velma special? Velma finds the answer on the class trip to the Butterfly Conservatory. Interesting text and vivid pictures make this a good read aloud for K-3.
Velma Gratch follows two older sisters to school. What will make Velma special? Velma finds the answer on the class trip to the Butterfly Conservatory. Interesting text and vivid pictures make this a good read aloud for K-3.
The People of Sparks, Jeanne DuPrau Yearling, c2004 338 pages.
This book continues the story of Lina and Doon as they lead the people of Ember to safety.
Escaping from their underground world they find the small city of Sparks. At first the people of Sparks are willing to help the refugees but soon differences between the two groups grow.
This is an interesting story of the way Lina and Doon help resolve the conflicts that arise.
The characters are round and develope throughout the story. The plot is interesting and holds your attention to the end.
This book continues the story of Lina and Doon as they lead the people of Ember to safety.
Escaping from their underground world they find the small city of Sparks. At first the people of Sparks are willing to help the refugees but soon differences between the two groups grow.
This is an interesting story of the way Lina and Doon help resolve the conflicts that arise.
The characters are round and develope throughout the story. The plot is interesting and holds your attention to the end.
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