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A River of Words: The Story of William Carlos Williams
Jen Bryant (2008) , under 40 pages
Illustrated by Melissa Sweet
Audience: Intermediate (4th-6th grade)
Category: Award Books, Biographies
(This book has outstanding illustrations)
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To William Carlos Williams, so much
depended on words. Whether it was fire
trucks, chickens, or something sweet
stolen out of the refrigerator, William
found a new way to describe it. But he
wasn’t always a poet—first he was a
busy boy who loved to play baseball and
look at the world around him. Later,
he was a busy doctor who visited sick
people’s homes and brought babies into
the world. But always, he was busy
writing about life and sharing those
words with others. Told simply and
with beautiful collage illustrations,
A River of Words: The Story of
William Carlos Williams, is a
great way to take a new look at the
world around you.
Reviewed by: Amanda / Sugar Creek
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The Underneath
Kathi Appelt (2008) , 200+ pages
Illustrated by David Small
Audience: Intermediate (4th-6th grade)
Category: Adventure, Award Books
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When an abandoned cat hears the lonely
howl of a hound dog, she follows the
sound and an unexpected family is
formed. The cat, her two kittens, and
the dog find shelter and happiness as
they huddle together underneath a porch.
Unfortunately, the porch belongs to an
angry man called Gar Face, and the
actions of one curious kitten put the
safety of the Underneath in danger. The
animals suddenly find themselves on an
adventure filled with magical trees,
enchanted snakes, and ancient alligators
as they try to escape from evil Gar
Face.
Reviewed by: Walker / Morrison Regional Library
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Penguin
Polly Dunbar (2007) , under 40 pages
Illustrated by Polly Dunbar
Audience: Toddlers, Preschool
Category: Award Books, Humor, Read Aloud
(This book has outstanding illustrations)
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Ben is very frustrated! His exciting
new present, a penguin, won't speak to
him, no matter what Ben does. Ben
tickles Penguin, Ben dances for
Penguin, Ben even sends Penguin to
Outer Space, but Penguin still says
nothing. Penguin is there when Ben
needs him, though! Polly Dunbar's
adorable illustrations of Ben's efforts
at friendship with Penguin show that
friendship can be demonstrated in many
ways.
Reviewed by: Larisa / South County Regional Library
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Comments from Readers
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lisa, age 12 from Washington D. C.
I think that penguin is really funny in the book so I think if you are looking for a funny but instering book read this!
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The Wizard
Jack Prelutsky (2007) , under 40 pages
Illustrated by Brandon Dorman
Audience: Preschool, Primary (k-3rd grade), Intermediate (4th-6th grade)
Category: Award Books, Fantasy, Poetry
(This book has outstanding illustrations)
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Beautiful language from Children's Poet
Laureate Jack Prelutsky is matched
perfectly with amazing art from Brandon
Dorman creating a mystical
outing into
the
world of wizardry for kids of all
ages. Enchanting illustrations and
magical poetry combine in an out-of-
this-world book not to be missed! Jack
Prelutsky fans will not want to wait
too long before reading this title.
Reviewed by: Courtney / Independence Regional Library
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The Higher Power of Lucky
Susan Patron (2006) , 120-160 pages
Illustrated by Matt Phelan
Audience: Intermediate (4th-6th grade)
Category: Adventure, Award Books, Humor, Realistic Fiction
(This book has outstanding illustrations)
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Lucky is ten years old. She likes
insects and always carries a backpack
with her survivial kit just in case.
She lives with her guardian Brigitte in
Hard Pan, a small town in the
California desert. She likes to
explore with her dog HMS beagle and is
on a mission to find the illusive
higher power she hears the adults in
the meetings at the local town center
talk about. Since her mother died Lucky
has been nervous about the possiblity
of losing Brigitte too. When Brigitte
seems to be thinking about returning to
France, Lucky decides to run away.
Reviewed by: Courtney / Independence Regional Library
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Cassie, age 10 from Connecticut
I loved this book. Kids should read it.
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