highly recommended


Rascal

Jennifer Minicus | 16 Oct 2012
written for ages 9-12 | highly recommended
An amusing yet touching memoir of life in Wisconsin during WWI.


Palace of Stone (Princess Academy #2)

Clare Cannon | 12 Oct 2012
written for ages 11-14 | highly recommended
An outstanding sequel to Princess Academy which takes Miri’s exploration of the meaning of life, education, friendship and love to a whole new level.


Every Thing On It

Jennifer Minicus | 9 Oct 2012
written for all ages | highly recommended
There's something for everyone in Shel Silverstein's recently published book of poems.


City Boy

Jennifer Minicus | 10 Sep 2012
written for ages 13-16 | highly recommended
Anyone who has ever experienced puppy love should read this Pulitzer Prize winning novel.


Book Reviews

The Secret Garden

Tim Golden | 4 Sep 2012
written for ages 9-12 | highly recommended
A timeless classic


Book Reviews

The Picture Books of Robert McCloskey

Margaret Hannon | 11 Aug 2012
written for ages 2-7 | highly recommended
Few authors have won as many Caldecott awards as Robert McCloskey.


Mara, Daughter of the Nile

Margaret Hannon | 20 Jul 2012
written for ages 11-14 | highly recommended
A tale of intrigue and romance in ancient Egypt.


The Prisoner of Zenda

Tim Golden | 20 Jul 2012
written for ages 9-12 | highly recommended
A swashbuckling adventure with a dashing hero, a bearded villain, and a lovely heroine.


The 100 Cupboards Series

Jennifer Minicus | 15 Jul 2012
written for ages 11-14 | highly recommended
I do not usually enjoy creepy stories, but


Adam of the Road

Margaret Hannon | 13 Jul 2012
written for ages 11-14 | highly recommended
Life in thirteenth century England comes alive in this Newbery Medal winner.


The Biggest Bear

Margaret Hannon | 5 Jul 2012
written for ages 2-7 | highly recommended
A tale of love and duty with a surprise ending.


The Winged Watchman

Margaret Hannon | 16 Jun 2012
written for ages 9-12 | highly recommended
A story of patriotism, faith and family.


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.


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.


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.


On the Wings of Heroes

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


Book Reviews

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

Clare Cannon | 8 May 2012
written for ages 2-7 | highly recommended
Check out this stunning mix of new books for young children.


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.


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.


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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