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Saint Clare of Assisi
By Kim Hee-Ju. 2014
St. Clare had everything a young girl could want: wealth, a loving family, and her faith. Clare’s father wanted her…
to marry a handsome young man, the son of a nobleman. She wanted to please her family, but her heart called her to a life of poverty, following St. Francis and eventually forming the Poor Clares! This vibrantly illustrated Shoujo-Manga style graphic novel tells her amazing story for children ages 9 to 12. Advisory: Bookshare has learned that this book offers only partial accessibility. We have kept it in the collection because it is useful for some of our members. Benetech is actively working on projects to improve accessibility issues such as these.Humphrey's Big Birthday Bash
By Betty G. Birney, Priscilla Burris. 2018
Humphrey gets his first birthday party ever from the kids in Room 26.Kirk invites the class to his super-fun backwards…
birthday bash, where everything is backwards, including clothes! The kids in Room 26 have a great time, but they are sad when they realize that Humphrey, Og, and Ms. Brisbane aren't on the birthday calendar. Everyone starts whispering and Humphrey can only make out a few words, but he thinks he knows what they're planning--a birthday celebration for Ms. Brisbane! But when Friday comes around, Humphrey learns he was all wrong--the surprise party is for Humphrey and Og instead! With sweet illustrations and an easy reading level, Humphrey's Tiny Tales are hamster-iffic for emerging readers.Lila and Jay Cooper have joined their dad on a mission to the jungles of Central America, where a group…
of American treasure hunters have already become the victims of the deadly curse of Toco-Rey. Before Dr. Cooper can solve the mystery, his children are kidnapped and his integrity is put to the test. What price will he pay to get his children back? Is the treasure in the burial tomb of Kachi-Tochetin really worth more than gold? Follow the Coopers as they explore unknown ruins, plunge through dangerous jungles, face hostile natives, and battle ancient evil forces. Will their courage and faith in God bring them through?The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus: Large Print
By L. Frank Baum, Charles Santore. 2015
This classic Christmas story about the origins of Santa has been updated with a more timeless feel and illustrated by…
an award-winning illustrator. Santa Claus hasn't always lived at the North Pole . . . In this lushly illustrated picture book, artist Charles Santore beautifully reimagines L. Frank Baum's 1902 magical tale of Christmas. The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus takes the reader on the fantastical fairy tale journey of St. Nick being raised by woodland fairies, finding flying reindeer, building trinkets and toys, and receiving the gift of immortality. In the spectacular tradition of The Wizard of Oz, this story will be a holiday favorite for years to come.Curious George Goes to a Costume Party
By H. A. Rey. 2001
George and the man with the yellow hat arrive at a Halloween party--but they aren't wearing costumes. No matter--there are…
plenty in an old trunk upstairs, and soon George is trying on all kinds of outfits. But when he wants to look in the mirror, George finds he has to jump on the bed. Downstairs, the partygoers begin to hear noises. Then the lights go out and they hear a crash! Uh-oh. Did someone say the word ghost?Bats at the Library
By Brian Lies. 2008
Another inky evening’s here— The air is cool and calm and clear. Can it be true? Oh, can it be?…
Yes!—Bat Night at the library! Join the free-for-all fun at the public library with these book-loving bats! Shape shadows on walls, frolic in the water fountain, and roam the book-filled halls until it’s time for everyone, young and old, to settle down into the enchantment of story time. Brian Lies’ joyful critters and their nocturnal celebration cast library visits in a new light. Even the youngest of readers will want to join the batty book-fest!Tiny Blessings For a Merry Christmas
By Amy Parker, SArah Walsh. 2016
Sweet, simple blessings that encourage thoughtful gratitude during Christmastime. Christmas Blessings are everywhere . . .in the twinkle of sparkling…
lights, in dreams of glistening snow, with family around the table. Let's be thankful for the peace and love this time of year brings! Parents and children will enjoy these simple blessings and creating new holiday memories with this sweet padded-cover board book.Franklin's Christmas Gift
By Paulette Bourgeois. 1998
Franklin loves Christmas but he can't decide which of his toys to donate to a school collection for needy children…
because he thinks all of his toys are too special to give away. Perfect to read aloud. Full page pictures are described. RL 2 ages 4-7Horse Diaries #15: Lily
By Ruth Sanderson, Whitney Sanderson. 2018
For all lovers of horses and history! In the latest book in the Horse Diaries series, meet Lily, a strawberry…
roan Welsh pony with a competitive heart!SOUTH WALES, 1939: Lily, a strawberry roan Welsh pony, loves Pony Club! She and her rider, Gwen, compete in and win lots of events, including Lily's favorite--jumping! Then Bridget joins the Pony Club. The English girl was sent from London to escape the bombings brought on by war. Gwen tries to be friends, but Bridget is sour and mean. Even worse, Bridget and her horse, Bron, make the perfect jump look easy. Now Gwen and Lily have some real competition. . . .Nonna Tell Me a Story: Lidia's Christmas Kitchen
By Laura Logan, Lidia Bastianich. 2010
America's favorite Italian-American cook, Lidia Bastianich, shares the story of the Christmases she used to celebrate in Italy with her…
five grandchildren. When Lidia was a child, she spent Christmas with her grandparents, where she learned to cook with her Nonna Rosa by preparing food in their smokehouse and kitchen. Lidia and her brother would also find a big beautiful juniper bush to cut down for their holiday tree. And they made their own holiday decorations with nuts, berries, and herbs they collected for their meals. This delightful picture book is filled with the story of Lidia's Christmas traditions, delicious recipes, and decorating ideas all perfected over the years by Lidia and her family.A Glorious Angel Show
By Dandi Daley Mackall. 2006
Mei-Mei's Lucky Birthday Noodles
By Shan-Shan Chen, Heidi Goodman. 2014
A loving story of adoption, Chinese culture and a special birthday treatMei-Mei is Chinese-but not Mom and Dad! When she…
was a baby, Mom and Dad flew all the way to the other side of the world to adopt her and bring her home. Lucky for Mei-Mei, her parents want her to know all about her roots in China's wonderful culture. That's why, on her birthday, her mom always makes her a traditional Chinese treat-long noodles, for a long and happy life. And this year, Mei-Mei is big enough to help her mom make them!Through a simple story and bright illustrations, Mei-Mei's Lucky Birthday Noodles takes young readers through this special day, from the moment an excited Mei-Mei wakes up in the morning and puts on her favorite dress, through helping Mom measure water, clean veggies and rinse noodles, to a great birthday celebration with family and friends. After the story comes a kid-friendly recipe for this tasty traditional dish. Younger kids can help Mom or Dad-just like Mei-Mei-while older kids can make it themselves, with supervision.Along with the birthday excitement and a great Chinese treat, readers will see the adoptive experience at its best-a lot of love and the sharing of roots, showing both parents and kids one of the many ways adopted children from all over the world can learn about the country they come from and take pride in its culture.This Is the Matzah
By Paige Billin-Frye, Abby Levine. 2005
Max and his family prepare to celebrate Passover. In cumulative verse, Max and his sister Ruth shop for matzah in…
the Passover aisle of the grocery store. The family gathers for the traditional Seder that celebrates this holiday of freedom.Megan's Birthday Tree
By Bill Farnsworth, Laurie Lears. 2005
Megan is adopted, but she and her parents keep in touch with her birth mother, Kendra. Every year, Kendra decorates…
the tree she planted when Megan was born and takes a picture of it to send to Megan. Megan cherishes this Birthday Tree, for it ties her and Kendra together. But one day Kendra writes that she is getting married and moving to a different town. Will she forget Megan, without the tree to remind her?The Ghosts Go Haunting
By Helen Ketteman, Adam Record. 2014
All through the school, ghosts go marching, witches go flying, and goblins go groaning with a whole host of other…
creatures! The teachers and staff are terrified, but of course the students know it's just Halloween fun! Helen Ketteman's verses--written to the counting tune of The Ants Go Marching--make this a rollicking read-aloud, while Adam Record's artwork brings the ghoulish parade to life.Will You Be My Valenswine?
By Teresa Bateman, Kristina Stephenson. 2005
On Valentine's Day poor Polly piglet searches all over the barnyard, but can't find the perfect valenswine. She's just about…
to give up, but is it possible that the right valenswine was under her snout all along?When the Whistle Blows
By Fran Slayton. 2009
Jimmy Cannon loves trains. And he wants to work on the railroad more than anything when he grows up. After…
all, his father is the foreman in Rowlesburg, and all the men in his family have worked on the rails. But times are changing in the 1940s, and JimmyÕs father sees a different future for his son. Join Jimmy on the ride of a lifetime, through midnight Halloween romps, the championship football game, and a secret society in this coming-of-age story set during the last of the railroad days.The Legend of Lyla the Lovesick Ladybug
By Joe Troiano. 2010
Sitting alone watching the other ladybugs celebrate Valentine's Day, Lyla decides to find out what this thing called love is…
really about. On her journey, she makes some new friends, misses one very special old friend, and finally discovers for herself the true power of . . . love.Shortcuts #2: Mountain Biking to the Extreme
By Sigmund Brouwer. 1996
Blake Coffey knows the mountain trails better than anyone. He practices harder than anyone. And nobody can pull the stunts…
he does. So winning the Summit Race seems to be a sure thing.until he finds a backpack of hundred-dollar bills along the trail during a practice run. Now it seems the sport he lives for just might kill him.Shortcuts #1: Snowboarding to the Extreme
By Sigmund Brouwer. 1996
Keegan, the best skier on the hill, ends up playing detective when he discovers that someone is trying to sabotage…
the ski team, and it looks like a pretty blonde snowboarder is involved.