Twin brothers, sons of a plantation owner, share everything--except their different beliefs about slavery. As the political tensions rise in the South, they are caught between their passions for their causes and their love for one another. When the Civil War begins, the twins both go to war--to fight each other. Mary Stolz captures the spirit of the times in this emotionally-charged story of two b ...

Donavan Allen collects words by writing what he likes on a slip of paper and putting it in his word jar. But one day Donavan discovers that his word jar is nearly full. How can he make room for new words? Illustrations.

Two-time Newbery Medalist Katherine Paterson's critically acclaimed original fairy tale about an arrogant prince and his search for a bride is now available in a reformatted chapter book edition. Line art.

Ten-year-old Sarah Ida--hostile and uncooperative at home, and heading for trouble--becomes less self-centered and more self-reliant after a summer job at her aunt's. Illustrations.

Readers travel back to the days of King Arthur and the round table in this riveting tale of a brave boy who must flee Weldon Castle when his father disappears. Will Shawn ever return to the courtyard of the mighty tree to reclaim his father's sword and his rightful place as heir?

When Pete was a young boy, a tornado struck his family farm, and brought with it a doghouse complete with a dog inside! Now another twister is on its way, and as a new family of farmers takes shelter from the howling winds, Pete passes the time with story after story about the amazing dog named Tornado.