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D’Aulaires’ Book of Greek Myths

Posted on March 5, 2011 by Mrs.N

As far as I’m concerned this is and has long been the book on Greek Myths for young adults.  Of course, I ended up marking this mature teen because the content in Greek mythology is a bit questionable, and it’s … Continue reading →

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The McElderry Book of Greek Myths

Posted on March 3, 2011 by Mrs.N

The McElderry Book of Greek Myths by Eric Kimmel This slim anthology is sort of an introduction to mythology.  I grabbed it for its beautiful illustrations and because I generally like Eric Kimmel as an author. Greek myths, like folk … Continue reading →

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Mythology March

Posted on March 1, 2011 by Mrs.N

I have long loved anything to do with mythology and recently (thanks in part to The Lightning Thief) there has been a huge resurgence of all things Greek. Hooray! When I was in middle school, I read both Iphigenia in … Continue reading →

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One Crazy Summer

Posted on February 25, 2011 by Mrs.N

One Crazy Summer by Rita Williams-Garcia Delphine, Vonetta and Fern have been raised by their father and grandmother in Brooklyn.  But the summer Delphine is eleven, the girls venture out to Oakland to spend time with the mother who abandoned … Continue reading →

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Forge

Posted on February 23, 2011 by Mrs.N

Forge by Laurie Halse Anderson Anderson’s follow-up to Chains is written from Curzon’s point of view, which was a huge improvement in my mind. I found him much more likable and easy to relate to than Isabel.  He clearly has … Continue reading →

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Ziggy and the Black Dinosaurs #6 – Stars and Sparks on Stage

Posted on February 17, 2011 by Mrs.N

Stars and Sparks on Stage by Sharon Draper Stars and Sparks on Stage brings us to the final book in the Ziggy series.  The boys are eager to win a $200 prize in their school talent show, planning to trick … Continue reading →

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Ziggy and the Black Dinosaurs #5 – The Backyard Animal Show

Posted on February 15, 2011 by Mrs.N

The Backyard Animal Show by Sharon Draper When construction begins on an apartment complex it destroys the habitat of many local creatures.  The Black Dinosaurs find themselves involved when they witness the death of a mother deer and are determined … Continue reading →

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Ziggy and the Black Dinosaurs #4 – The Space Mission Adventure

Posted on February 14, 2011 by Mrs.N

The Space Mission Adventure by Sharon Draper The Space Mission Adventure is quite different from the earlier Ziggy books. No longer learning about local history in Ohio, the boys head off to Space Camp in this Ziggy installment.  While it’s … Continue reading →

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Ziggy and the Black Dinosaurs #3 – Shadows of Caesar’s Creek

Posted on February 12, 2011 by Mrs.N

Shadows of Caesar’s Creek (Clubhouse Mysteries) by Sharon Draper Ziggy and his pals are all set for another adventure.  This time, it’s a camping trip sponsored by the Black Heritage Club.  Along with a group of girls, the boys will … Continue reading →

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Ziggy and the Black Dinosaurs #2 – Lost in the Tunnel of Time

Posted on February 10, 2011 by Mrs.N

Lost in the Tunnel of Time by Sharon Draper This is the second book in Sharon Draper’s terrific series for young readers. This time, the boys get caught up in the history and mysteries of the Underground Railroad. Like many … Continue reading →

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