In this beautiful picture book from South Korea, writer and illustrator Sang-Keun Kim explores the nature of loneliness, friendship and steadfastness. Set in a charming winter landscape populated by a variety of animals, Little Mole begins his poignant journey at Read More …
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Torpedoed: the True Story of the World War II Sinking of “The Children’s Ship” by Deborah Heiligman
Heiligman, the author of “Vincent and Theo”, tells the true story of the sinking of the SS City of Benares in 1940, carrying 90 children from England on their way to safety in Canada. As they made their way across Read More …
Island War by Patricia Reilly Giff
A riveting tale of survival and friendship, this chapter book is the fictional account of two sixth graders who experience World War II on one of the Aleutian Islands off the coast of Alaska. Together, Izzy and Matt must forge Read More …
The Blackthorn Key by Kevin Sands
Christopher Rowe is an apprentice to apothecary Benedict Blackthorn in 17th century London. Christopher enjoys his life learning to solve complex puzzles and create powerful medicines until a series of murders turns Christopher’s life upside down. Christopher and his friend Read More …
Ruby’s Sword by Jacqueline Vessid and Illustrated by Paola Zalimi
Ruby’s two big brothers always leave her behind and exclude her when they go outside to play. But then Ruby finds three sticks that she decides are “dragon fighting swords”. Her vivid imagination transforms everything outside into her kingdom! Will Read More …