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highly recommended
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The Door in the Wall
Jennifer Minicus | 24 May 2012
written for ages 11-14 | highly recommended
This classic Newbery winner teaches some important lessons.
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Cosmic Trilogy
Tim Golden | 19 May 2012
written for ages 15-18 | highly recommended
The first book in a science fiction trilogy from a beloved children's author.
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Stone Fox
Jennifer Minicus | 17 May 2012
written for ages 7-10 | highly recommended
Ten-year-old Willy is determined to care for his ailing grandfather.
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On the Wings of Heroes
Margaret Hannon | 15 May 2012
written for ages 11-14 | highly recommended
Davy Bowman is the luckiest of boys.
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The Golden Goblet
Jennifer Minicus | 6 May 2012
written for ages 11-14 | highly recommended
Eloise McGraw brings to life the days of Ancient Egypt.
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Second Fiddle
Clare Cannon | 21 Apr 2012
written for ages 11-14 | highly recommended
A beautiful story of friendship, of heroism, of art, music, culture and creativity all threaded together in one amazing adventure.
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The Yearling
Jennifer Minicus | 20 Apr 2012
written for ages 13-16 | highly recommended
I have a weakness for coming of age stories.
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Shooting Kabul
Jennifer Minicus | 16 Apr 2012
written for ages 9-12 | highly recommended
A wonderful story about family loyalty.
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Moonfleet
Tim Golden | 30 Mar 2012
written for ages 11-14 | highly recommended
A tale in the mould of Stevenson or Scott.
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Summer of the Monkeys
Jennifer Minicus | 6 Mar 2012
written for ages 11-14 | highly recommended
More laughs than
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Mrs. Frisby and the Rats of Nimh
Tim Golden | 27 Feb 2012
written for ages 9-12 | highly recommended
A gentle story highlighting the love of a mother for her children.
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The Little Refugee
Clare Cannon | 19 Feb 2012
written for ages 2-7 | highly recommended
Anh's true story is an outstanding one to share with young readers.
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A Waltz for Matilda
Clare Cannon | 14 Feb 2012
written for ages 15-18 | highly recommended
A fun, engaging, and edifying historical novel for teens and young adults.
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The Boy Who Wanted to Cook
Clare Cannon | 7 Feb 2012
written for ages 2-7 | highly recommended
As refined and cultural yet relate-able as a picture book can be.
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The Dante Club
Maryana Garcia | 28 Jan 2012
written for ages 18 + | highly recommended
...without a doubt, the most clever novel I have read in a year.
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The Land
Jennifer Minicus | 14 Jan 2012
written for ages 15-18 | highly recommended
This Coretta Scott King Award winner is a prequel to "Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry."
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Finally!
Clare Cannon | 9 Jan 2012
written for ages 9-12 | highly recommended
For young adolescents who need a good laugh.
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The Queen's Thief Series
Maryana Garcia | 7 Jan 2012
written for ages 11-14 | highly recommended
Gen is a thief and proud of it.
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