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Ambitious young entrepreneur Ernie runs a pet funeral business that explodes when he hires tomboy Swimming Pool, who's a great crier. Illustrations. AUTHOR
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After Jimmy is blinded in an accident with a firecracker, he has to relearn all the things he used to know. With the help of a determined therapist, he learns to read Braille and to use a cane. Then he's given the chance to have a guide dog. Learning to work with Leader is not easy, but Jimmy tries harder than he ever has before. AUTHOR
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The Newbery Honor-winning book about prejudice and understanding is now available in this restored edition that recaptures the vivid artwork of Slobodkin. Includes a letter to readers from the author's daughter that relates the true story behind the book. AUTHOR
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A classic of American humor, the adventures of a house painter and his brood of high-stepping penguins have delighted children for generations. "Here is a book to read aloud in groups of all ages. There is not an extra or misplaced word in the whole story."--"The Horn Book." Newbery Honor Book. AUTHOR
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One of the best stories ever written, loaded with memorable characters, crazy adventures, and a heartwarming ending. AUTHOR
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This tale of 10-year-old Milo and his experiences in the "Lands Beyond" has become a modern-day children's classic. AUTHOR
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Everyone in the Yang family is a talented musician except for nine-year-old Yingtao, the youngest Yang. Even after years of violin lessons from his father, Yingtao cannot make beautiful music. Now that his family has moved from China to Seattle, Yingtao wants to learn English and make new friends at school. Still, he must make time to practice his violin for an important family recital to help his ... AUTHOR
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Six-year-old Ben is very small for his age, and gets along better with animals than people. One June day in 1870, Ben wanders away from his home on Hawk's Hill and disappears into the waving prairie grass. This is the story of how a shy, lonely boy survives for months in the wilds and forges a bond with a female badger. ALA Notable Book. Newbery Honor Book. AUTHOR
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Based on a true story, this is a tale of brave school children who outwit the invading Nazis by sledding 13 tons of gold bricks down the mountain in Norway to a ship waiting to take the country's gold to America for safekeeping. Illustrations. AUTHOR
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In the tradition of Frances Hodgson Burnett's "The Little Princess come Noel Streatfeild's tales of triumph. In this story, three orphan girls vow to make a name for themselves and find their own special talents. With hard work, fame just may be in the stars! Originally published in 1937. AUTHOR
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The 1936 Newbery Medal winner--Carol Ryrie Brink's beloved tale of a tomboy growing up on the Wisconsin prairie in the 1860s--gets a stunning new look in this handsomely repackaged edition. AUTHOR
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This novel, written in diary form, tells of "a pivotal year for 19th-century New Englander Catherine Cabot Hill--one of change, loss, and leave taking . . . a low-key, intense and reflective book".--"School Library Journal", starred review. 1980 Newbery Award book. AUTHOR
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Now in paperback--the Newbery Award-winning tale of a street boy who endures life as the prince's whipping boy until they both are taken hostage and must swap identities. An ALA Notable Children's Book and "School Library Journal" Best Book. Illustrations. AUTHOR
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Two ordinary mice, Charles and Oliver, find themselves in an extraordinary adventure involving pirate sea dogs, a ship full of cats, and a sunken treasure. Prequel to Mice of the Nine Lives. AUTHOR
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Willie B. is Jamie's best friend, but his latest great idea has landed them in big trouble. Even though they think up a plan to set things right, Jamie still worries. Sure enough, after his dog has her puppies, everything goes wrong. AUTHOR
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Treasure is what's on Nick's mind when he gets to Silver Pines Inn, but all he finds is trouble. He makes a bad beginning with his grandfather, he earns a scolding from an important guest, and he spoils his brother's fishing, all on the first day. Grades 4-7. © 2009-2024 Clerestory Learning/Make Way for Books, llc