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On her first day of school, who will be her friend? Raise your hand if it's you. You'll meet someone -- and something -- surprising. AUTHOR
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When a duck knocks on a door one cold, snowy night, he has no idea what he will find on the other side. In this silly and humorous story, Max the Duck and his newfound friends show there is no place like a home away from home. Full color. AUTHOR
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This beautiful picture book biography relates the story of Sequoyah, who creates a writing system for the Cherokee in the 1820s that would turn his people into a nation of readers and writers. Full color. AUTHOR
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No dream was too big to imagine and bring to life for the boy who was to become the 26th president of the United States. This picture book tells the story of Teddy Roosevelt, a boy who followed his dreams. Full color. AUTHOR
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Weis makes a stellar debut as she joins "New York Times" bestselling artist Hoyt in a lively tale where one determined girl tracks down 26 bovines and discovers the answer to her dreams right outside her own back door. Full color. AUTHOR
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The dramatic story of the construction of the "impossible bridge"--San Francisco's Golden Gate Bridge--is told from the point of view of a boy whose father is on the crew. Full color. AUTHOR
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In this powerful story, Levine weaves together the extraordinary events in the life of Henry "Box" Brown, who as a young boy hid in a wooden crate in one of the most amazing escapes using the Underground Railroad. Full color. AUTHOR
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Set in 1777 Philadelphia, this story of a young girl who is drawn into the events of the Revolutionary War beyond her imagining is a suspenseful tale of devotion, sacrifice, and patriotism with the stark realities of America's birth. Illustrations. AUTHOR
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A story of tragedy and triumph, this book sheds light on life during the great depression through the eyes of a boy turned hobo. While it documents what life was like all across America, and provides interesting facts about hobo life, its strongest feature is a genuine and convincing lesson about the importance and value of helping others. This is a must read not only for history lovers, but also ... AUTHOR
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In July 1863 the bloodiest battle of the Civil War was fought outside the sleepy Pennsylvania town of Gettysburg. In The Last Brother the story of one small boy is told amidst the dramatic events of those early days of July. Though he is only 11 years old, Gabe is a bugler in the Union Army. He takes his responsibility very seriously; after all, there are over 60 different battle calls for buglers ... AUTHOR
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Louis relies upon his father's words of wisdom when a runaway slave and her two children come looking for safe passage. In this newest title in the Tales of Young Americans series, Whelan beautifully creates a suspenseful coming-of-age story while illuminating a difficult time in America's past. Illustrations. AUTHOR
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Raven and Ellison tell the true story of an all-black Little League team formed in 1955 in segregated Charleston, South Carolina, that was not allowed to participate in the Little League World Series. AUTHOR
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The animals in the clearing were content until the Terrible Things came, capturing all creatures with feathers. Little Rabbit wondered what was wrong with feathers, but his fellow animals silenced him. "Just mind your own business, Little Rabbit. We don't want them to get mad at us." A recommended text in Holocaust education programs across the United States, this unique introduction to the Holo ... AUTHOR
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Mouse and Snake are friends, but when Mouse hears a rumor that snakes are dangerous to mice, he runs away from Snake and falls down a hole. Mouse soon learns that friendships are forever and rumors are just that. Full color. AUTHOR
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Set in the late 1950s, this is the moving story of a young boy whose father operates a ferryboat between Michigan's Upper and Lower peninsulas. As young Mark witnesses the building of the new Mackinac Bridge, he is torn between family loyalty and eager anticipation. Full color. AUTHOR
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Newbery Medalist Rylant and noted artist Kastner celebrate autumn activities and traditions brought by November's cooling temperatures with lyrical language and rich, cozy paintings. Full color. AUTHOR
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NFL superstars and bestselling authors Tiki and Ronde Barber kick off a new, semi-autobiographical, middle-grade series with a story of teamwork, perseverance, family, and friendship. AUTHOR
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In this wordless adaptation of one of Aesop's most beloved fables by an award-winning artist, an unlikely pair learns that no act of kindness is ever wasted. With vivid depictions of the landscape of the African Serengeti and expressively drawn characters, Pinkney makes this a truly special retelling. © 2009-2024 Clerestory Learning/Make Way for Books, llc