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Series
Pub. Date
[2012]
Physical Desc
90 pages : color illustrations, color map ; 23 cm.
Language
English
Description
"While Caroline is out fishing one spring day, she sees a British warship about to capture an American boat. With only an instant to decide what to do, Caroline takes a daring risk to try to save the day. She's been trying to be brave, like she promised Papa, but would he be proud of her now? Missing him terribly, Caroline visits their special fishing spot on the shore of Lake Ontario. She hopes to find comfort there-- but instead she makes a startling...
142) Caroline's battle
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2012.
Physical Desc
89 pages : color illustrations, map ; 22 cm.
Language
English
Description
Caroline's father has just returned when they receive frightening news--British warships are sailing to attack Sackets Harbor. Every grown man, including Papa, has been called to defend the village. Mama and Caroline are left alone to guard Abbott's Shipyard as the battlefront draws ever closer. Caroline knows she must be brave to keep Papa's shipyard safe. But when the battle seems lost, Mama gives her a terrible order: burn the shipyard to the ground....
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2012.
Physical Desc
93 pages : color illustrations ; 23 cm.
Language
English
Description
Caroline and her mother make a danagerous trip across Lake Ontario to the British fort where her father is a prisoner. When Mama isn't allowed to see Papa, it's up to Caroline to deliver a secret message to him--right under the nose of a British guard.
144) Changes for Caroline
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2012]
Physical Desc
84 pages : color illustrations, map ; 22 cm.
Language
English
Description
A letter arrives for Caroline, asking her to come help her uncle Aaron and cousin Lydia on their new farm for the summer. Although Caroline is reluctant to leave her family, she's eager to lend a hand. So when she suspects that a thief has been stealing much-needed food from the farm, Caroline helps keep watch to guard against the uninvited visitor. Then she makes an unexpected discovery--and learns that some things are not as simple as they seem....
145) McKenna
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2012]
Physical Desc
124 pages : color illustrations ; 22 cm.
Language
English
Description
Seattle fourth-grader McKenna Brooks, who lives for gymnastics, struggles with school work until Josie, a tutor confined to a wheelchair, helps her with reading comprehension and much more.
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2012]
Physical Desc
124 pages : color illustrations ; 22 cm.
Language
English
Description
When Seattle fourth-grader McKenna Brooks' cast comes off she dives back into gymnastics training in hopes of making the competitive team, but after volunteering at a therapeutic horseback riding center, she considers broadening her interests.
148) Saige
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2013]
Physical Desc
124 pages : photographs, color illustrations ; 22 cm.
Language
English
Description
Upset that her New Mexico school can only afford music and art teachers in alternate years, fourth-grader Saige works with her grandmother, Mimi, to plan a fundraiser but when Mimi has an accident, Saige relies on new friend Gabi to help.
149) Saige paints the sky
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2013]
Physical Desc
124 pages : color illustrations ; 22 cm.
Language
English
Description
Painting in her grandmother's studio and riding her favorite horse, Georgia, helps fourth-grader Saige cope with missing Mimi and sparks an idea for funding the school art program, but more creativity will be needed to keep Georgia from being sold.
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2014]
Physical Desc
217 pages ; 20 cm.
Language
English
Description
"It's 1974, and Julie Albright has just moved to a new neighborhood and started at a new school. So when she finds out the basketball team is 'boys only,' Julie is determined to fight for her right to play. Will a petition with 150 names be enough to make the coach change his mind and give her a chance?"--
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2014.
Physical Desc
213 pages ; 20 cm.
Language
English
Description
Caroline Abbott and her mother make a dangerous journey across Lake Ontario to the British fort where Papa is being held prisoner, and when Mama is unable to see him, it is up to Caroline to pass Papa a secret message right under the nose of a British guard.
152) Facing the enemy
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2014]
Physical Desc
214 pages ; 20 cm.
Language
English
Description
Caroline knows that in order to fight the British, her village desperately needs its shipyards and supply boats and she will do whatever it takes to keep them out of enemy hands, then later, while helping on her uncle's farm, Caroline discovers that the war brings dangers there, too.
153) Finding freedom
Author
Series
American girl BeForever. Addy, 1864 volume 1
American girls collection
Addy classic volume 1
American girl BeForever. Addy 1864 volume 1
American girls collection
Addy classic volume 1
American girl BeForever. Addy 1864 volume 1
Pub. Date
[2014]
Physical Desc
161 pages ; 20 cm.
Language
English
Description
Addy Walker's family is planning a dangerous escape from slavery during the summer of 1864. But before they can leave, the most terrible thing Addy can imagine happens-- her Poppa and her brother, Sam, are sold! Addy and her Momma decide they must head out on their own. Although the road to freedom is difficult, Addy's new life brings new friends, school, and even the opportunity to help others. But when will her family be reunited?
154) A heart full of hope
Author
Series
American girl BeForever. Addy, 1864 volume 2
American girls collection
Addy classic volume 2
American girl BeForever. Addy 1864 volume 2
American girls collection
Addy classic volume 2
American girl BeForever. Addy 1864 volume 2
Pub. Date
[2014]
Physical Desc
150 pages ; 20 cm.
Language
English
Description
Having Poppa home fills Addy's heart with happiness, and moving to a boarding house brings a new special friend-- one who encourages Addy to always stay hopeful for the future. Then Addy enjoys the victory of having her idea chosen for a fair fundraiser, where a friendship is born, and the answer to a riddle brings a wonderful surprise. But will the rest of Addy's family be reunited before the New Year?
156) The journey begins
Author
Series
American girl BeForever. Kaya, 1764 volume 1
American girls collection
American girl BeForever. Kaya 1764 volume 1
Kaya classic volume 1
American girls collection
American girl BeForever. Kaya 1764 volume 1
Kaya classic volume 1
Pub. Date
[2014]
Physical Desc
181 pages ; 20 cm.
Language
English
Description
Kaya's Nez Perce people are known for their skill with horses, and Kaya hopes to become the best horsewoman in the village. But after accepting a foolish challenge that puts her brothers in danger, Kaya earns a punishment and an insulting nickname. Kaya is inspired by a brave young woman in her village, and is determined to make better choices. Will Kaya prove that she can change--and lose that horrible nickname?
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
For her tenth birthday, Rebecca is invited to visit her cousin Max's movie studio! When the cameras begin to roll, she finds herself unexpectedly presented with a part to play. Rebecca doesn't have the courage to tell her family, but is it wrong to keep such a big secret? Later that summer, on a visit to the factory where her uncle and cousin work, Rebecca is horrified. Is this the life that's in store for cousin Ana? There must be a way to improve...
159) Manners and mischief
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2014.
Physical Desc
147 pages ; 20 cm.
Language
English
Description
Living with her rich grandmother, Samantha has the best of everything. But when she becomes friends with Nellie, she learns that life isn't so easy for everyone. Samantha is determined to help her new friend, but Nellie ends up helping her, too! Then Samantha tries to help decorate for Christmas, but is disappointed when her plans are being changed. Discover what happens to help make this Christmas even better than Samantha planned.
160) Read all about it!
Author
Series
American girl BeForever. Kit, 1934 volume 1
American girls collection
Kit classic volume . 1
American girl BeForever. Kit 1934 volume 1
American girls collection
Kit classic volume . 1
American girl BeForever. Kit 1934 volume 1
Pub. Date
[2014]
Physical Desc
174 pages ; 20 cm.
Language
English
Description
When Kit's family has to take in boarders, it seems as if they may be able to keep their house although her father lost his business, but the changes put a strain on Kit's friendship with Ruthie, especially as Kit spends her days helping cranky Uncle Hendrick.
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