May Archive


Caddy’s World

Tim Golden | 29 May 2012
written for ages 9-12 | recommended
published in 2011
An amusing family story.

The Door in the Wall

Jennifer Minicus | 24 May 2012
written for ages 11-14 | highly recommended
published in 1998 (1949)
This classic Newbery winner teaches some important lessons.

Heroes of Olympus Series

Tim Golden | 23 May 2012
written for ages 11-14 | recommended with reservations
published in 2012 (2010)
More of the same.

Cosmic Trilogy

Tim Golden | 19 May 2012
written for ages 15-18 | highly recommended
published in 2005 (1943)
The first book in a science fiction trilogy from a beloved children's author.

Stone Fox

Jennifer Minicus | 17 May 2012
written for ages 7-10 | highly recommended
published in 1992 (1980)
Ten-year-old Willy is determined to care for his ailing grandfather.

On the Wings of Heroes

Margaret Hannon | 15 May 2012
written for ages 11-14 | highly recommended
published in 2007
Davy Bowman is the luckiest of boys.

Book Reviews

Video Review: Best New Books for 4 to 8 Year Olds

Clare Cannon | 08 May 2012
written for ages 2-7 | highly recommended
published in 2011-2012
Check out this stunning mix of new books for young children.

Operation Red Jericho

Tim Golden | 07 May 2012
written for ages 11-14 | recommended
published in 2007 (2005)
This book presents the start of an adventure for a brother and sister in their teens.

The Golden Goblet

Jennifer Minicus | 06 May 2012
written for ages 11-14 | highly recommended
published in 1986 (1961)
Eloise McGraw brings to life the days of Ancient Egypt.

Immi’s Gift

Jennifer Minicus | 04 May 2012
written for ages 2-7 | recommended
published in 2010
A colorful book about childhood curiosity.

My Friend Walter

Tim Golden | 01 May 2012
written for ages 9-12 | recommended
published in 2001 (1988)
Bess meets the ghost of her ancestor Sir Walter Raleigh.

 
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