Thunder Birds: Nature's Flying Predators - Jim Arnosky
The author describes and identifies winged predators, and explains why there are no feathers on a vulture's head, which bird is the deep-diving champ, and what makes an owl's wings perfectly silent in flight, in a text with fold-out pages.
Brother Sun, Sister Moon: Saint Francis of Assisi's Canticle of
the Creatures - Katherine Paterson
Reimagines Francis of Assisi's 1224 prayer of praise in celebration of God's gifts throughout the universe.
Pecan Pie Baby - Jacqueline Woodson
When Mama's pregnancy draws attention away from Gia, she worries that the special bond they share will disappear forever once the baby is born.
Blackout - John Rocco
When a busy family's activities come to a halt because of a blackout, they find they enjoy spending time together and not being too busy for once.
Goyangi Means Cat - Christine McDonnell
An understanding cat helps a young Korean girl adjust to her new home in America.
Rescuing Rover: Saving America's Dogs -
Raymond Bial
Looks at the problem of dog overpopulation in America; discusses the role of puppy mills, pet stores, and independent breeders; and includes a profile of a local animal shelter.
Freshman: Tales of 9th Grade Obsessions, Revelations, and Other Nonsense - Corinne Mucha
Follows Annie's first year of high school, chronicling her crushes, failures, and successes.
Hungry Hippo, Angry Duck: A Book of Moods - Sandra Boynton
Clever animals exemplify a wide range of emotions in this hilarious story about different feelings.
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