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Meet the Crew at the Zoo
A beginning chapter book sure to appeal to emerging readers and animal-lovers alike—a sweet, informative addition to most collections.
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A Slip of a Girl
This is a great selection for young fans of historical fiction who may not be ready for something weightier. A general purchase for public and school libraries that see a desire for historical fiction or address this period of history in class.
Island War
Similar in tone to Genevieve's War, Giff's latest illustrates the hardships of war and the importance of self-reliance. Fans of historical fiction will be pleased.
Genevieve's War
A well-crafted look at how World War II impacted civilians, with great potential for classroom use.
Writing with Rosie: You Can Write a Story Too
Likely to be popular with Giff fans, a supplemental purchase for classroom libraries.
Jubilee
A poignant tale of family, friendship, and inner courage. A wonderful addition to middle grade collections.
Until I Find Julian
Middle graders who enjoy adventure, realistic fiction, and multicultural stories will find much to appreciate here.—Kira Moody, Whitmore Public Library, Salt Lake City, UT
Twelve-year-old Mateo Cortez leaves Mexico to embark on a journey in search of his brother Julian, an artist who left home to find work and to paint in the United States, and from whom the increasingly worried family has not recently heard. Risking a border crossing, Mateo meets Angel, a girl his age who takes charge and helps him cross the river (Mateo can’t really swim) and stays with him on the long desert trek in search of Julian. Angel is a mystery to Mateo. Where is she from? Why is she helping him? It turns out that Angel feels she belongs nowhere and so takes on the role of his “guardian angel.” Mateo knows where he belongs
Hunter Moran Digs Deep
Gr 4–6—After inadvertently breaking their father's most recent project, Hunter Moran and his twin brother, Zack, are determined to find the town founder's hidden treasure...
Winter Sky
Gr 4–7—Siria's dad is a firefighter who doesn't know that someone special watches out for him; each time his daughter hears a siren, she sneaks out of her apartment building to chase his fire truck and make sure he is safe...
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