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Book Blog: Who Was Johnny Appleseed? by Joan Holub
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Tuesday, June 22, 2010. Who Was Johnny Appleseed? Published: New York: Grosset and Dunlap, 2005. Target Audience: 3-5 grades. Reading level: 4.5. Synopsis: Traveling in the Northwest Territory, John Chapman, a.k.a Johnny Appleseed, planted orchards, encountered wild animals, and befriended settlers and Native Americans alike. This easy-to-read biography of the American folk hero and pioneer will fascinate children with stories of his adventures, interesting facts and many illustrations. Everything on a W...
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Book Blog: The Computer Teacher from the Black Lagoon by Mike Thaler
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Monday, June 21, 2010. The Computer Teacher from the Black Lagoon by Mike Thaler. Published: New York: Scholastic, 2007. Reading Level: 3.3. Themes: Computers and the Internet. Hubie has heard worrisome things about his new computer class and the teacher, Miss Pluggins. Humorous book about Mrs. Pluggins, the scary computer teacher. She has an electric personality, and might just shock you with it! Some of the humor may be lost without an understanding of computer lingo. About the author: Mike Thaler.
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Book Blog: Snow Treasure by Marie McSwigan
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Monday, June 14, 2010. Snow Treasure by Marie McSwigan. Published: New York: Puffin, 1942. Target Audience: ages 8-12. Reading level: 4.9. Themes: Cleverness, Creativity and Imagination, Courage and Honor, European History (World War II), Friendship. OVERALL RATING: * *. For young readers, Snow Treasure presents a very authentic picture of the occupation experience in Norway. It is a well-written adventure certain to interest young scholars of Norwegian history. About the author: Marie McSwigan. The Thre...
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Book Blog: Hattie Big Sky by Kirby Larson
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Monday, June 14, 2010. Hattie Big Sky by Kirby Larson. Published: New York: Delacorte Press, 2006. Target Audience: Young Adult. Themes: Character and Values, Culture and Diversity, Friends and Friendship. OVERALL RATING: * *. About author: Kirby Larson. Http:/ www.kirbylarson.com/hattiebigsky.html. Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom). The Sorcerers Apprentice by Robin Muller. How Rabbit Tricked Otter: and Other Cherokee Trick. Winter Poems by Barbara Rogasky. Extra Credit by Andrew Clements. Picture Wind...
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Book Blog: The Sisters Grimm: Fairy Tale Detectives by Michael Buckley
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Monday, June 14, 2010. The Sisters Grimm: Fairy Tale Detectives by Michael Buckley. Published: New York: Amulet Books, 2007. Target Audience: ages 8-12. Reading level: 4.5. Themes: Courage and Honor, Magic. OVERALL RATING: * *. About the author: Michael Buckley. Http:/ sistersgrimm.com/newsite/thescribe.html. Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom). The Sorcerers Apprentice by Robin Muller. How Rabbit Tricked Otter: and Other Cherokee Trick. Winter Poems by Barbara Rogasky. Extra Credit by Andrew Clements.
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Book Blog: The Sorcerer's Apprentice by Robin Muller
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Tuesday, June 22, 2010. The Sorcerer's Apprentice by Robin Muller. Published: Morristown: Silver Burdett Company, 1985. Target Audience: grades 3-5. Reading level: grades 2-4. Synopsis: A sorcerer's apprentice learns his master's spells on the sly and finds they come in handy when he is in danger. OVERALL RATING: * *. In this traditional tale, the author/illustrator provides realistically drawn illustrations featuring mostly blue, yellow, and brown tones that are dramatic, detailed, and effective.
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Book Blog: The Tree that Time Built: A Celebration of Nature, Science, and Imagination by Mary Ann Hoberman
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Tuesday, June 22, 2010. The Tree that Time Built: A Celebration of Nature, Science, and Imagination by Mary Ann Hoberman. Published: Naperville: Sourcebooks Jabberwocky, 2009. Target Audience: ages 7-12. Reading level: 4.0. Synopsis: Anthology of more than 100 poems celebrating the wonders of the natural world and encouraging environmental awareness. Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom). The Sorcerers Apprentice by Robin Muller. How Rabbit Tricked Otter: and Other Cherokee Trick. Who Was Johnny Appleseed?
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Book Blog: Elijah of Buxton by Christopher Paul Curtis
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Tuesday, June 22, 2010. Elijah of Buxton by Christopher Paul Curtis. Published: New York: Scholastic, 2007. Target Audience: ages 9-12. Reading level: 7.8. Themes: Courage, Honor, Slavery. OVERALL RATING: * *. About the author: Christopher Paul Curtis. Http:/ www2.scholastic.com/browse/contributor.jsp? Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom). The Sorcerers Apprentice by Robin Muller. How Rabbit Tricked Otter: and Other Cherokee Trick. Winter Poems by Barbara Rogasky. Extra Credit by Andrew Clements.
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Book Blog: Library Lion by Michelle Knudsen
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Monday, June 21, 2010. Library Lion by Michelle Knudsen. Published: New York: Scholastic, 2006. Reading level: 2.3. Themes: Cooperation and Teamwork, Courage and Honor, Library. OVERALL RATING: * *. About the author: Michelle Knudsen. Http:/ www.michelleknudsen.com/library lion 77788.htm. Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom). The Sorcerers Apprentice by Robin Muller. How Rabbit Tricked Otter: and Other Cherokee Trick. Winter Poems by Barbara Rogasky. The Tree that Time Built: A Celebration of Nature,.
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Book Blog: Pele by James Buckley Jr.
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Tuesday, June 22, 2010. Pele by James Buckley Jr. Published: New York: DK Publishing, 2007. Target Audience: 9-12 years old. Reading level: 4.5. Themes: Soccer, World Cup. Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom). The Sorcerers Apprentice by Robin Muller. How Rabbit Tricked Otter: and Other Cherokee Trick. Winter Poems by Barbara Rogasky. The Tree that Time Built: A Celebration of Nature,. Extra Credit by Andrew Clements. Elijah of Buxton by Christopher Paul Curtis. The Rock Cycle by Sally Morgan.