Swift

Swift by Robert J. Blake E BLA -An Alaskan adventure story with beautiful pictures tells the story of a boy and his dog going through the wilderness to get help for the boy’s father who was injured by a grizzly bear.

Goodnight Goon: a Petrifying Parody

Goodnight Goon: a Petrifying Parody by Michael Rex E REX – Just as the title implies, this book is a parody of the classic children’s bedtime book by Margaret Wise Brown entitled Goodnight Moon. A delightful way to say good night!

Tales and Tunes

Thank you to all the children and adults that participated in Tales and Tunes!

Cat Secrets

Cat Secrets by Jef Czekaj E CZE—The reader must prove that he is a genuine cat to find out the important secrets about how best to live a cat’s life. The reader play’s along by meowing, purring, and stretching. Great illustrations.

Attack of the Fluffy Bunnies

Attack of the Fluffy Bunnies by Andrea Beaty J BEA—Three fluffy bunny aliens come to take over and eat everyone on Earth. Kevin and Joules are twins whose parents drop them at camp while they go to a SPAM cooking competition. Yep, SPAM. They meet the bunnies. Need I say more?

Jack’s Path of Courage: The Life of John F. Kennedy

Jack’s Path of Courage: The Life of John F. Kennedy by Doreen Rappaport J B KEN—This is a very basic biography of John F. Kennedy. It includes many interesting facts and good illustrations of our 35th president.

Alfred’s Nose

Alfred’s Nose by Vivienne Flescher E FLE—Alfred is everyone’s favorite French Bulldog, but he doesn’t like his nose. After a few hilarious nose changes, he discovers that he is beautiful just the way he is.

The Little Engine That Could

The Little Engine That Could by Watty Piper E LIT & E PIP—The only engine strong enough to carry food and toys to the town is the littlest engine around. I love this book because it brings me back to my childhood.

Gossamer

Gossamer by Lois Lowry J LOW -A young dream giver tries to save a young boy from the effects of an abusive parent and the nightmares that he is given from creatures called the Sinisteeds. Lowry has created a story that is a bit frightening and heartbreaking but also gives us a fascinating look at how dreams are created in her world.

Sky Sailors

Sky Sailors by David L. Bristow J 629.13322 BRI - This is a collection of true stories of the “Balloon Era”, from 1783 to the early 1900’s. During these early years of human flight, people explored the sky in balloons. Children can read some exciting adventure stories in this collection.

Hi Fly Guy!

Hi Fly Guy by Tedd Arnold ER ARN -Fly Guy and Buzz Boy are essential stories for children new to reading. Filled with simple sight words and a fun storyline, children can gain confidence with their reading skills and can tell everyone they know, they are able to read ‘chapter books!’

Bella and Stella Come Home

Bella and Stella Come Home by Anika Denise E DEN—Little Bella tries to reassure her favorite stuffed animal, Stella, as they explore their new home.

Smooch Your Pooch!

Smooch Your Pooch by Teddy Slater E SLA -The cutest book ever for anyone who loves their dog!

Family Time

Family Time by Ziggy Marley J CD MAR L FT—Fans of reggae will love this funky, upbeat CD that is fun for mom & dad too!

Bridge to Terabithia

Bridge to Terabithia by Katherine Paterson J PAT—This touching and tragic story about two children and their imaginary world of Terabithia shows how loss and sorrow help lead the young boy to understand the meaning of friendship.

Ghost in Tokaido Inn

Ghost in Tokaido Inn by Dorothy and Thomas Hoobler J M HOO—If you love samurai and mysteries, this is the book for you! Seikei, a merchant’s son who wants to be a samurai, joins a group of kabuki actors and attempts to solve a mystery about a stolen jewel. The novel is also rich in the history of 18th century Japan.

After Ever After

After Ever After by Jordan Sonnenblick J SON—So what happens after you recover from cancer? Jeffrey was diagnosed with leukemia in Drums, Girls and Dangerous Pie where we hear how it affects his brother, but now, we get to hear his story. He is in 8th grade and struggles with school because of the problems caused by the cancer treatments.

Arrowhawk

Arrowhawk by Lola M. Schaefer E SCH -The author shares the true story in picture book form of a red-tailed hawk injured by a poacher’s arrow. For eight weeks the bird suffers in the wild with an arrow piercing its thigh and tail. Children will enjoy this survival story of a bird of prey.