Ella Sets the Stage--Carmela and Steven D'Amico
Ella Sets the Stage--Carmela and Steven D'Amico
The school on Elephant Island is holding a talent show, and everyone seems to have a talent but Ella...
How Ben Franklin Stole the Lightning -- Rosalyn Schanzer
Ben Franklin was the most famous American in the world during Colonial times and it's no wonder--he could do just about anything. He was an inventor, a writer, a publisher, a scientist, a patriot, and he started America's first lending library. Great pictures and a fun story introduce young children to this amazing man.
John Philip Duck --Patricia Polacco
This story is based on the true story of the first of the famous Peabody Hotel ducks in Memphis, and the young boy who loved that wild duck and eventually went on to become the first duckmaster of the hotel. Featuring Patricia Polacco's wonderful illustrations that bring every story to life.
The Golly Sisters Go West -- Betsy Byars
The Golly Sisters are a zany duo who head out west in their covered wagon to be a two-woman show. Their dresses are ready; their acts are ready; the wagon is ready; if only they could get the horse to go... Great fun for beginning readers.
My First Horse and Pony Book -- Judith Draper
For young horse and pony lovers: clear pictures and beginning instruction on breeds, food, horse care, and different riding techniques.
When Marian Sang--Pam Munoz Ryan; illustrated by Brian Selznick
When Marian Sang introduces Marian Anderson to young readers. Beautiful sepia toned pictures, bring the period to life. This book includes a CD of her gospel music.
The World According to Humphrey --Betty G. Birney
Humphrey the hamster gives a hamster's eye view of his classroom, the children in it, the school, and his teacher. Humphrey will "elicit laughter and a new appreciation for classroom hamsters everywhere."
Mufaro's Beautiful Daughters--John Steptoe
A modern classic, which won a Caldecott Honor Award for illustrations, and is also a Reading Rainbow book. It is an African Cinderella story, with the gentle sister winning the Prince's heart because of her actions and her kindness. Don't miss this one.