Kids Book Index
Sarah Albee
George Washington’s life is introduced through milestones from his time as a general and as president. In the Revolutionary War, he led the American colonists to victory; afterward, he became the first president of the United States. Maps, a timeline, and other back matter accompany this account of early U.S. history. The biography portrays him as a strong leader and wise president.
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PandoraVictoria TurnbullPandora, a fox who lives by herself in a junkyard, has withdrawn from the outside world. When she rescues an injured blue bird, she cares for him until he is well enough to fly away. During that time, the bird brings her seeds and small found objects. After his departure, the seeds begin changing the landscape around Pandora, while her relationship with the bird has opened a path toward friendship and hope.Five to NineLexile Text Measure AD500LATOS Book Level 2.5On the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
The Search for Olinguito: Discovering a New SpeciesSandra MarkleThe Search for Olinguito follows Kristofer Helgen and other scientists as they investigate an animal related to raccoons. Helgen notices unusual pelts and skulls in museum collections and determines that some specimens are not olingos but a separate species. The search then leads from museums to the cloud forest of Ecuador, where scientists look into the treetops for the wild olinguito. Photographs, maps, and back matter accompany the account of identifying and presenting a new species.Five to NineOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Ghost Attack (Monster Itch series)David LubarWhile visiting his grandparents with his cousin Sarah, Alex develops terrible red, itchy hives. He already has many allergies, but an unexpected allergy to ghosts gives him an unusual way to approach a small-town mystery. Alex’s condition, his family visit, and the mystery all become part of this story’s supernatural premise.Five to NineOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details