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The voices of Abraham Lincoln's sons, Willie and Tad, are used effectively to reveal their father as both a man and as a leader during very difficult times.
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The Civil War and the soldiers in Washington, D.C., infiltrated the play of Tad and Willie on the grounds of the White House. And their father still takes time to pardon one of the boy's toy soldiers!
Isabel, an enslaved 13-year old, and her younger sister are set to be freed but instead are sold to a ruthless Loyalist at the start of the Revolutionary War. Life in New York City during the time comes vividly alive as do the complexities of the war
When yellow fever strikes 18th century Philadelphia, sixteen year old Matilda's life is forever changed.
Ashley, a high school senior, has no interest in the prom but gets sucked into helping organize it once the money for it disappears, changing Ash and her aspirations forever. This fast-paced novel examines class issues as well as high school life.
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Poor Gator has gotten so old that he lives on vegetables only, teased mercilessly by local animals. Gator's gumbo intrigues possum, skunk, and otter — with very zesty results. This satisfying parody is spiced up with local Cajun color and language.
Nine-year old Lowji Sanjana and his family move from a high-rise apartment in India to a garden-style apartment in suburban Illinois.
Benjamin Franklin's many talents are presented here in word and image. The organization from Ben's childhood to the end of his life is enhanced by the use of a scrapbook-like format.
Life as a rat isn't easy, according to the narrator, a rat himself. He remains a rat at heart even when he's magically transformed into a coachboy who takes a certain girl to a castle party.
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Ella Sheppard was one of the original Jubilee Singers from what is now known as Fisk University. This is a touching story, told by Ella's great-great-granddaughter, accompanied by gentle, poignant illustrations. Golden Kite Award Winner.