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The Quilt Walk, by Sandra Dallas
When Emmy Blue’s father announces his plan to move his family to the mountains of Colorado, Emmy looks forward to the adventure. The Wild West sounds much more exciting than becoming a lady and learni… more →
Libby's Guide: Great Books for Children and Young Adults
The Quilt Walk, by Sandra Dallas
wrote 1 month ago: When Emmy Blue’s father announces his plan to move his family to the mountains of Colorado, Emmy loo … more →
Griffin’s Castle, by Jenny Nimmo
wrote 4 months ago: When Dinah and her mother move into an old mansion, Dinah finally feels she has found a home. She im … more →
Brooklyn Bridge, by Karen Hesse
wrote 4 months ago: Joseph Michtom lives in Brooklyn with his family during the summer of 1903. His only wish is to visi … more →
Esperanza Rising, by Pam Munoz Ryan
wrote 4 months ago: Esperanza enjoys an indulged life on her family’s ranch in Aguascalientes, Mexico. Surrounded by wea … more →
Hard Gold: The Colorado Gold Rush of 1859, by Avi
wrote 4 months ago: In late winter 1858, Early Whitcomb and his family were struggling to save their farm. After a dry y … more →
Making Curriculum Connections For Your Historical Novels, by Kathleen Benner Duble
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wrote 4 months ago: As a writer of historical fiction for children, one of your biggest markets is going to be schools a … more →
Roberto & Me, by Dan Gutman
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wrote 8 months ago: Stosh has the unique ability to travel through time using only a baseball card. He holds a card from … more →
Al Capone Does My Shirts, by Gennifer Choldenko
wrote 8 months ago: I was immediately captivated by the title Al Capone Does My Shirts. However, while the title is an e … more →
Spotlight update: Middle Grade Author Bryan Dearsley
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wrote 9 months ago: Bryan’s been busy since the last time he was in the Spotlight, penning his second middle grade histo … more →
The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas, by John Boyne, 2006, Book Review
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wrote 9 months ago: This is a startling look at the holocaust through the eyes of a nine-year-old German boy. Bruno is t … more →
The Dragonfly Pool, by Eva Ibbotson
wrote 1 year ago: When World War II threatens the people of London, Tally’s father and her aunts insist that she atten … more →
Good Read
wrote 1 year ago: I just finished the MG Historical, ALCHEMY AND MEGGY SWAN by Karen Cushman. She’s the author … more →
Moon Over Manifest, by Clare Vanderpool
wrote 1 year ago: In the midst of the Great Depression, Abilene Tucker’s father sends her to live in the town of his y … more →
The Legend of Bass Reeves, by Gary Paulsen
wrote 1 year ago: This short historical fiction book is perfect for tweens interested in the Wild West. We recognize n … more →
Newberry Honor Winner Margi Preus at Booksellers
wrote 1 year ago: In 1841, a Japanese fishing vessel sinks. Its crew is forced to swim to a small, unknown island, whe … more →
Molly’s Pilgrim, by Barbara Cohen
wrote 1 year ago: I don’t usually review picture books, but this is a classic Thanksgiving story perfect for many diff … more →
The Thanksgiving Visitor by Truman Capote
wrote 1 year ago: This is a nostalgic look at Thanksgiving in 1932 told from the viewpoint of 9-year-old Buddy. Growin … more →
The Birds’ Christmas Carol, by Kate Douglas Wiggin
wrote 1 year ago: This Christmas classic tells the story of the Bird family and their youngest daughter Carol. Born on … more →
The Ballad of Lucy Whipple, by Karen Cushman
wrote 1 year ago: During the California gold rush, Lucy and her family move to a mining town. Lucy, a spunky young gir … more →
