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Author
Publisher
Macmillan
Pub. Date
1987.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.9 - AR Pts: 4
Language
English
Description
Newbery Awardwinning author Marguerite Henrys beloved novel about a boy who would do anything to paint is now available in a refreshed paperback edition.Benjamin West was born with an extraordinary giftthe gift of creating paintings of people, animals, and landscapes so true to life they “took ones breath away.” But Benjamin is part of a deeply religious Quaker family, and Quaker beliefs forbid the creation of images.Because Benjamins family didnt...
Author
Publisher
Scholastic Press
Pub. Date
2024.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.9 - AR Pts: 3
Language
English
Description
Through the eyes of her family and friends we see the young Rachel as she explores nature and overcomes obstacles to write about harmful chemical practices and launch the global environmental movement. Written in blank verse.
"Rachel was a girl who loved science and the sea, books and writing and all the creatures of the world. Rachel was quiet, a listener by nature. But when she saw problems, she could not remain silent. Some people thought...
Author
Publisher
Henry Holt and Company
Pub. Date
[2015]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.2 - AR Pts: 2
Language
English
Description
"As a boy, Henry Friston dreamed of traveling the world. He thought he was signing up for a lifetime of adventure when he joined the Royal Navy. But when World War I begins, it launches the world, and Henry, into turmoil. While facing enemy fire at Gallipoli, Henry discovers the strength he needs to survive in an unexpected source: a tortoise. And so begins the friendship of a lifetime. Based on true events, and with charming illustrations, this story...
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