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In the Footsteps of Crazy Horse

Posted on November 10, 2015 by Mrs.N

In the Footsteps of Crazy Horse by Joseph Marshall III Illustrated by Jim Yellowhawk Author Joseph Marshall III is an enrolled member of the Sicangu Lakota tribe. In the Footsteps of Crazy Horse is an exciting journey through history, as … Continue reading →

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A Little Piece of Ground

Posted on June 23, 2015 by Mrs.N

A Little Piece of Ground by Elizabeth Laird I can’t remember the last time I read something that offered me such a different perspective than the one I am used to hearing about.  I don’t know this is something typical … Continue reading →

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Wanting Mor

Posted on June 3, 2015 by Mrs.N

Wanting Mor by Rukhsana Khan Author bio: Born in Pakistan and raised in Canada. Rukhsana Khan was nice enough to put together a Teacher Guide if you are interested in using this in the classroom. It is possible for a … Continue reading →

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On Two Feet and Wings

Posted on February 12, 2015 by Mrs.N

On Two Feet and Wings by Abbas Kazerooni During the war with Iraq, Iran has continuously lowered the age of conscripted soldiers. When they begin to take boys as young as eight and nine, Abbas’s father knows he must take … Continue reading →

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Memorial Day

Posted on May 26, 2014 by Mrs.N

The original purpose of Memorial Day had nothing to do with burgers and hot dogs, grills, a cooler full of beer, breaking out white pants or opening the shore house.  It had to do with honoring those who have fallen … Continue reading →

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Candy Bomber: The Story of the Berlin Airlift’s “Chocolate Pilot”

Posted on October 25, 2013 by Mrs.N

Candy Bomber: The Story of the Berlin Airlift’s “Chocolate Pilot” by Michael O. Tunnell After World War II ended, a Soviet blockade around the city of Berlin meant it was very difficult for the residents to get the supplies they … Continue reading →

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You Wouldn’t Want to be a Secret Agent During World War II!

Posted on October 9, 2012 by Mrs.N

You Wouldn’t Want to Be a Secret Agent During World War II!: A Perilous Mission Behind Enemy Lines by John Malam So, the whole concept of being a secret agent during World War II is kind of complicated right?  I … Continue reading →

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Code Name Verity

Posted on October 5, 2012 by Mrs.N

Code Name Verity by Elizabeth Wein A plane has crashed in Nazi-occupied France.  An error is made.  A girl is captured and tortured.  The only thing keeping her alive is information.  She may live so long as she reveals everything … Continue reading →

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Sarah Bishop

Posted on July 31, 2012 by Mrs.N

Sarah Bishop by Scott O’Dell Sarah Bishop’s brother is headed off to war.  Her father remains loyal to the king (sound familiar?)  When a local men form a raiding party they tar and feather her father, killing him for his … Continue reading →

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George Washington’s Socks

Posted on July 27, 2012 by Mrs.N

George Washington’s Socks (Time Travel Adventures) by Elvira Woodruff Matt and his friends are excited about a campout for the Adventure Club they’ve founded.  Even having Matt’s 7 year-old sister Katie with them doesn’t dampen their spirits.  A night hike … Continue reading →

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