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- 00031903 abstract "When McDuff and his new French-speaking neighbors' dog are enrolled in obedience school, it seems as though McDuff has not learned his lessons.".
- 00031904 abstract "Eleven-year-old Jack's difficulties in dealing with his younger sister Annie, a child genius, worsen when Annie claims to have a new friend from the twenty-fifth century and Jack worries that this development will keep him from going to visit his father in America.".
- 00031916 abstract "When a little boy tries to get clean the way different animals do, he only gets dirtier.".
- 00031917 abstract "A little bear and her father trace the origins of honey from the jar all the way back to the bees that first produced it.".
- 00031923 abstract "The Aldens, while testing the latest version of their favorite computer game, are surprised to find messages directed specifically at them.".
- 00031943 abstract "Reading together is a constant through the years in the relationship between this loving father and daughter.".
- 00031946 abstract "A little penguin finds that everything, from weather to water to feelings, can often change.".
- 00031948 abstract "Princess Torina, who has the ability to see the future, and her friend Landen, who seeks a sword that belongs to his conquered kingdom, are separated when a treacherous murderer gains power, but from exile each works to restore peace and the rightful rulers.".
- 00031957 abstract "Encouraged by his gregarious sister and his trusty Superman cape, five-year-old Teddy takes his first steps toward independence.".
- 00031964 abstract "In 1899, ten-year-old Robbie, son of a preacher in a small Vermont town, gets himself into all kinds of trouble when he decides to give up being Christian in order to make the most of his life before the end of the world.".
- 00031990 abstract "Jenny draws, then writes, a story about losing and finding her pet guinea pig.".
- 00032005 abstract "A young girl imagines what it would be like to have a tongue like a snapping turtle, feet like a fly, a tail like a lizard, or cheeks like a chipmunk.".
- 00032007 abstract "With her cat in her lap, an old woman makes a quilt, stitching into it the experiences and objects of her life.".
- 00032010 abstract "By camouflaging herself, Clara Caterpillar, who becomes a cream-colored butterfly, courageously saves Catisha the crimson-colored butterfly from a hungry crow.".
- 00032011 abstract "A young girl enjoys building sandcastles, splashing in the sea, and making a new friend during an afternoon at the beach.".
- 00032020 abstract "While looking for his lost lamb, an orphaned shepherd boy meets Mary, Joseph, and newborn baby Jesus in a manger.".
- 00032021 abstract "Davy Crockett stops the evil Halley's Comet from destroying the world and wins the heart of Sally Sugartree in the process.".
- 00032022 abstract "Rhythmic, rhyming text describes what happens as a car goes through a car wash.".
- 00032023 abstract "Bo was content to be an only cat, but after a while, he decides that having a brother is not so bad.".
- 00032024 abstract "In nineteenth-century Vermont, an itinerant artist who travels the New England countryside painting portraits of livestock and pets discovers a mystery involving some stolen animals.".
- 00032025 abstract "Jennifer dreams that she, a rabbit, a turtle, a kangaroo, and seventeen monkeys visit the ocean with the cookie-crumb sands.".
- 00032026 abstract "Until his father brings him some rubber boots, a young lion searches for ways to entertain himself on a rainy day.".
- 00032027 abstract "When his parents go out hunting, Johnny Lion stays home and experiences exciting adventures reading a book about a baby lion who goes out into the world and gets lost.".
- 00032030 abstract "School newspaper reporter Casey Smith uncovers a plot to sabotage the elections at her middle school.".
- 00032032 abstract "Three years after the disappearance of her older sister, fourteen-year-old Sibyl and her family struggle to continue their lives, separately and together.".
- 00032033 abstract "At his grandfather's urging, a boy sets out in search of the secret of life and learns more than he realizes.".
- 00032034 abstract "Finally in a foster home with a caring family, Nard, a thirteen-year-old orphan with only one hand, invents a human-powered flying machine with the assistance of the 500-year-old hand of Leonardo da Vinci.".
- 00032035 abstract "Taffy and her family--including all their animals--deliver the mail for neighbors and write to those who do not receive any mail regularly.".
- 00032036 abstract "A verse retelling of the story of Noah's Ark set in modern times.".
- 00032038 abstract "Josh, who has just moved to Vermont with his mother, stepfather, and new baby brother, must deal with the bullying of a neighbor boy and discovers that his dog, whom he hears talking with other dogs, is also facing a bully of his own.".
- 00032039 abstract "There's such a racket coming from Nora's room that her mother imagines a series of outlandish events going on up there.".
- 00032042 abstract "In this retelling of an Irish folktale, the Prince of Ireland's stepmother curses him to stay no longer than two nights anywhere until he brings her a giant's horses from the western edge of the world.".
- 00032043 abstract "A child tries to get his mother's attention as chaos erupts around the family farm.".
- 00032044 abstract "Johnny Lion has a bad cold and the medicine he takes and the dreams he has are both terrible.".
- 00032049 abstract "Sixteen-year-old Miles and his family must flee their Minneapolis home and begin a new life in the wilderness after a chain of cataclysmic volcanic explosions creates dangerous conditions in their city.".
- 00032050 abstract "A teenager trying to recover from the tragic death of his father and stepmother believes himself to be responsible for the rash of teen suicides occurring in his town.".
- 00032085 abstract "A wingless little bug with no name wants to be a bumblebee and begins to search for a pair of wings.".
- 00032088 abstract "On her birthday, a young girl receives hugs, cards, telephone calls, presents, and a party.".
- 00032106 abstract "A group of children have fun planning, preparing, and attending an outdoor tea party.".
- 00032111 abstract "A spadefoot toad waits under the sand for the rain, hears the sounds of other desert animals, and eventually mates and spawns other toads.".
- 00032112 abstract "Gramps's farm isn't the same after Grandma's death, but slowly Mags and Cody work to recreate her spirit by bringing back some of the things she loved.".
- 00032113 abstract "Little Lucy wants to do everything Estelle can do, but Estelle keeps pointing out that Lucy is too small.".
- 00032192 abstract "Celebrates the dignity, integrity, and honor of being a father.".
- 00032235 abstract "Debbie and Eliza Thornberry learn a lesson about responsibility after each tries to pass a babysitting duty on to the other in order to enjoy activities on the South Pacific island of Bora Bora.".
- 00032236 abstract "During the War of 1812, a thirteen-year-old officer in the British navy records in his logbook his capture by pirates off the coast of Jamaica.".
- 00032237 abstract "In 2287, after the collapse of civilization, twenty-two-year-old Jay and his alien chicken Ethel are determined to save the remainder of humanity.".
- 00032238 abstract "In 1793 Philadelphia, sixteen-year-old Matilda Cook, separated from her sick mother, learns about perseverance and self-reliance when she is forced to cope with the horrors of a yellow fever epidemic.".
- 00032323 abstract "Pop-up pictures depict several trucks engaged in various activities such as pouring sand, getting stuck in traffic, and being towed.".
- 00032324 abstract "Family members and friends suggest several cures for Hyacinth's hic-hops, including a nice smelly gorgonzola.".
- 00032325 abstract "Little Mouse walks, skips, splashes, runs, and rolls to his friend's house.".
- 00032326 abstract "Describes Little Mouse's busy day, hour by hour, from waking up to going to sleep again.".
- 00032340 abstract "Relates the life story of the Grinch, who survives a boisterous childhood and almost ruins Christmas for the Whos of Who-ville.".
- 00032346 abstract "Although each child is making a mess of his or her own, they all deny responsibility for the mud being tracked through the house.".
- 00032420 abstract "While visiting the art museum, Katie has an adventure stepping in and out of five paintings by Van Gogh, Gauguin, and Cezanne. Includes information about Post-impressionism and the particular paintings and artists in the story.".
- 00032421 abstract "Peter finds the perfect pumpkin so that he and his Dad can make a jack-o-lantern.".
- 00032459 abstract "Includes instructions for games and recipes as well as songs, riddles, and poems to celebrate birthdays with a Western and prairie dog theme.".
- 00032460 abstract "After eleven-year-old Louise makes a wish on the first evening star and her brother turns into a pig, she uses wishes, kisses, and spells to try to put things right again.".
- 00032510 abstract "Mishoo has everything that a cat could want, but while staying in her summer home in New Mexico, she meets another cat who shows her that there is even more to life.".
- 00032602 abstract "Born with a withered leg and hand, Pascal, who is about twelve years old, joins other former slaves in a search for a farm and the freedom which it promises.".
- 00032603 abstract "A fifth-grader starts a newspaper with an editorial that prompts her burnt-out classroom teacher to really begin teaching again, but he is later threatened with disciplinary action as a result.".
- 00032605 abstract "Sent by their vacationing parents to visit Mad Aunt Mabel, Perry and Ant have an adventure, while their younger siblings Sun Dance and Beany stay at home making burglar traps and searching for a magic sword.".
- 00032606 abstract "While in London as part of an all-boy acting company preparing to perform in a replica of the famous Globe Theatre, Nat Field suddenly finds himself transported back to 1599 and performing in the original theater under the tutelage of Shakespeare himself.".
- 00032607 abstract "When her mother inherits an old plantation house in the Louisiana countryside, fifteen-year-old Lia seeks to rid it of the evil spirit that haunts it.".
- 00032608 abstract "The author describes some of the dogs that have had special places in his life, including his first dog, Snowball, in the Philippines; Dirk, who protected him from bullies; and Cookie, who saved his life.".
- 00032638 abstract "Molly is sure that she will find the surprise at the end of the overnight nature hike at Camp Gowonagin, but then she finds her own secret surprise.".
- 00032650 abstract "In the early 1800s, nine-year-old Josefina accompanies her father into the New Mexican mountains to check on the elderly shepherd who works for him, and she proves herself a good traveling companion when her father has an accident.".
- 00032651 abstract "All winter Felicity has waited to go to the Williamsburg town fair, but her foolhardy actions in trying to feed the race horses spoil the fun and teach her a lesson.".
- 00032652 abstract "When her friend Nellie is suspected of stealing Mrs. Van Sicklen's black pearls at Christmastime, Samantha helps her discover where they really went.".
- 00032653 abstract "In 1856, Kirsten and her cousins look after the farm while the adults go to town for supplies, and everything is fine--until a blizzard surprises them.".
- 00032656 abstract "An ornery giant catfish that does not like singing causes trouble for the residents of a little town called Pleasant, until Steamboat Annie teaches him a lesson.".
- 00032690 abstract "Illustrations and rhyming text portray children experiencing a range of emotions, including frustration, shyness, jealousy, and pride.".
- 00032739 abstract "When his father leads him on a magical trip of discovery through new fallen snow, a young boy who emigrated from his warm island home overcomes fears about living in New York.".
- 00032778 abstract "In 1942, Robert and his cousin Elliot uncover long-hidden family secrets while staying in their grandparents' Rhode Island town, where they also become involved with a German artist who is suspected of being a spy.".
- 00032787 abstract "A multicultural collection of traditional tales contributed by experienced storytellers, with tips for telling the stories.".
- 00032792 abstract "Living in the inner city amidst guns and poverty, fifteen-year-old LaVaughn learns from old and new friends, and inspiring mentors, that life is what you make it--an occasion to rise to.".
- 00032798 abstract "A boy describes his experiences learning karate, especially how it has increased his self-confidence.".
- 00032860 abstract "Parents express love for their children under all kinds of circumstances, no matter where or when.".
- 00032867 abstract "When Bren develops a crush on a new student, she lies to her friends and on a computer dating questionnaire in order to be matched with him.".
- 00033036 abstract "Presents case histories that illustrate the role of and techniques used by defense lawyers in the American judicial system.".
- 00033042 abstract "A collection of sixteen Gypsy folktales retold from the traditions of the Welsh and American Rom. Includes proverbs and sayings.".
- 00033046 abstract "When Jason, the team clown, finds that he will be taking the regular goalie's place in an upcoming soccer game, he embarks on a determined plan to learn everything he can about goalkeeping.".
- 00033117 abstract "Nim loves her island home and the animals she shares it with even while her scientist father is away doing research, but trouble is on the way and a new e-mail friend could be the only one who can help.".
- 00033118 abstract "The Grinch tries to stop Christmas from arriving by stealing all the presents and food from the village, but much to his surprise it comes anyway.".
- 00033136 abstract "Brenna, Maggie, and Zoe go to Florida to visit a manatee rescue center, where they learn about these endangered marine mammals.".
- 00033366 abstract "During vacation Bible school, Secret Sisters Tess and Erin go to work at a Navajo Indian reservation where Tess plans to participate in a river baptism even though she thinks that her non-Christian parents will disapprove.".
- 00033372 abstract "Secret Sisters Tess and Erin go to a community modeling school where they learn that God cares about what people are like on the inside, not how they look on the outside.".
- 00033465 abstract "Rhyming text describes a variety of Halloween costumes and characters, from venomous vampire and hairy werewolf to mysterious mummy and warty witch.".
- 00033467 abstract "A series of stories in which McDuff, a West Highland Terrier puppy, finds a wonderful home, has an adventure chasing a rabbit, adjusts to a new baby in the house, and helps rescue Santa.".
- 00033481 abstract "Having gone to the Pink Hotel to get some sleep, Fireman Small detects a fire there and saves its animal guests.".
- 00033533 abstract "When eleven-year-old Regan begins to suffer from juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, she must face the possibility that her dream of being a professional dancer may never come true.".
- 00033577 abstract "When Russell decides to stay home from nursery school and be a baby just like his new sister, he discovers that being treated like a baby when you are a big boy is no fun at all.".
- 00033578 abstract "When a young boy has a day where nothing goes right, his father helps him deal with his feelings and see that things change as he grows up.".
- 00033580 abstract "The moon falls down to earth one night and roams about with a friendly cow before returning to the sky.".
- 00033581 abstract "A young wolf cub learns from his father that he is able to do just what is needed for his size.".
- 00033582 abstract "While fishing with his grandfather in the swamp, a young boy asks all kinds of questions about a very special bear.".
- 00033584 abstract "Thirteen-year-old Odysseus, who longs to be a hero, has many opportunities to prove himself during an adventure which involves pirates and satyrs, a trip to Crete's Labyrinth, and the two young girls, Penelope and Helen, who play a major role in his future life.".
- 00033585 abstract "After moving with their widowed mother to the home in the woods near Concord, Wisconsin, nine-year-old Caroline Quiner, who grows up to become the mother of Laura Ingalls Wilder, and her brothers and sisters try to adjust to their new neighborhood and new stepfather.".
- 00033586 abstract "Joey, Michael, and Sarah pass through a magic door into the land of the Great Kettles, where they help recover the moon from a giant who had stolen it.".
- 00033609 abstract "In a village where everything is painted white, a stranger agrees to paint the school in order to avoid bad luck, but instead teaches the villagers a valuable lesson.".
- 00033610 abstract "On an outing to the fair, a perpetually hungry little dog swallows a helium balloon and leads his owners on a wild chase.".