Jill Johnson Jackson's Library
Oakland Elementary
| ISBN | Title | Author | Description | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9780736846295 | Benjamin Franklin: An American Genius (Graphic Biographies) | Kay Melchisedech Olson | A biography examining the life of Benjamin Franklin and his leadership as a statesman, scientist, inventor, and printer. Written in graphic-novel format. | Capstone Press |
| 9781338030686 | Brave Like My Brother | Mark Tyler Nobleman | When Charlie's brother, Joe, is called up to fight in World War II, he promises to write letters to ten-year-old Charlie as often as he can. It won't make up for not being there to help Charlie out with the neighborhood bullies, but it's all Joe can do. Life is tough for a soldier, and Joe tells Charlie all about it, from long hikes in endless rain and mud to the stray dog his company adopts. But when Joe is sent on a secret mission with the one soldier he can't stand, he will have to face risks that place their mission - and their lives - in grave danger. Charlie knew his brother was strong, but he will discover that Joe is more of a hero than he lets on. Will Joe's letters give Charlie the strength to stand up for himself and be brave, too? | Scholatic |
| 0590690132 | Brian's Winter | Gary Paulsen | Sequel to: "Hatchet" and "The River." | |
| 9781419741913 | Cabin Fever (Diary Of A Wimpy Kid #6) | Jeff Kinney | In Cabin Fever, book 6 of the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series from #1 international bestselling author Jeff Kinney,Greg Heffley is in big trouble.School property has been damaged, and Greg is the prime suspect. But the crazy thing is, he’s innocent. Or at least sort of.The authorities are closing in, but when a surprise blizzard hits, the Heffley family is trapped indoors. Greg knows that when the snow melts he’s going to have to face the music, but could any punishment be worse than being stuck inside with your family for the holidays? | Harry N. Abrams |
| 9781442441064 | Caddy's World | Hilary McKay | Get to know the Casson family in this effervescent novel that “strikes a lovely balance between humor and poignancy” (Publishers Weekly, starred review). Cadmium Casson is twelve years old the summer that everything changes. Not only are her closest friendships in jeopardy, but her mom is expecting a baby. And when the baby arrives early, Caddy’s world turns upside down. Her mother spends all her time at the hospital, and her father takes over the household, which of course turns into one chaotic (though hilarious) crisis after the next. When her charmingly dense boyfriend dumps her, Caddy is at her wits’ end. Then she discovers that the fragile baby she is so afraid of losing is not an ending, but a beginning for her whole family. And that love and friendship don’t need to be destroyed by change—they can be strengthened. Another refreshingly wise, funny, and poignant novel from the inimitable Hilary McKay. | Margaret K. McElderry Books |
| 9781368005630 | Captain Superlative | J. S. Puller | Debut author J.S. Puller delivers an inspirational story full of heart, humor, and breathtaking revelations."Have no fear, citizens! Captain Superlative is here to make all troubles disappear!"Red mask, blue wig, silver swimsuit, rubber gloves, torn tights, high top sneakers and . . . a cape? Who would run through the halls of Deerwood Park Middle School dressed like this? And why?Janey--quick to stay in the shadows--can't resist the urge to uncover the truth behind the mask. The answer pulls invisible Janey into the spotlight and leads her to an unexpected friendship with a superhero like no other. Fearless even in the face of school bully extraordinaire, Dagmar Hagen, no good deed is too small for the incomparable Captain Superlative and her new sidekick, Janey.But superheroes hold secrets and Captain Superlative is no exception. When Janey unearths what's truly at stake, she's forced to face her own dark secrets and discover what it truly means to be a hero . . . and a friend. | Little, Brown Books for Young Readers |
| 9780590110211 | Christopher Columbus (Step Into Reading, Step 2) | KRENSKY, STEPHEN | Scholastic Inc. | |
| 9781338803181 | City Of Thieves | Alex London | To Protect His Friends And Family, Abel Must Figure Out What Is Worth Fighting For When He Partners With A Stolen Dragon, An Action That Has Him Riding In Kin Battles And Keeping More Secrets Than A Dragon Has Scales. | |
| Clara Barton Founder Of The American Red Cross | ||||
| 9780062885500 | Class Act | Jerry Craft | Quill Tree Books | |
| Claudia And The New Girl | ||||
| Claudia's Freind Friend | ||||
| 9781338268348 | Clayton Byrd Goes Underground | Rita Williams-Garcia | Clayton feels most alive when he's with his grandfather, Cool Papa Byrd, and the band of Bluesmen -- he can't wait to join them, just as soon as he has a blues song of his own. But then the unthinkable happens. Cool Papa Byrd dies, and Clayton's mother forbids Clayton from playing the blues. And Clayton knows that's no way to live. Armed with his grandfather's brown porkpie hat and his harmonica, he runs away from home in search of the Bluesmen, hoping he can join them on the road. But on the journey that takes him through the New York City subways and to Washington Square Park, Clayton learns some things that surprise him. | |
| 9781338331820 | Courageous | Yona Zeldis McDonough | "Aiden is the son of a fisherman on the south coast of England, and he's feared the ocean since his oldest brother's ship was sunk by a German U-boat. But that doesn't matter when he and his best friend Sally hear chatter on their radio. Allied troops, including Aiden's surviving brother, are trapped in France, surrounded by German forces. The British military have come up with a daring plan to save as many troops as possible, bringing them across the Channel to safety -- but they'll need every boat they can get their hands on. Aiden's parents forbid him from going, but he and Sally know they can help, and set off to join Operation Dynamo on their own. It's a harrowing journey, and the pair are in grave danger as they help ferry troops from Dunkirk, searching for Aiden's brother all the while. It will take an entire village for them to realize that as long as people are willing to help those who need it, there's hope for a brighter tomorrow."--Amazon.com. | |
| Dawn And The Disappearing Dogs | ||||
| 9781493527489 | Diary of a 6th Grade Ninja | Marcus Emerson, Noah Child, Sal Hunter | Age Level: 9 and up | Grade Level: 4 and upMy name is Chase Cooper, and I'm a 6th grade ninja. It's my first day at a different school and the only person I know is my cousin, Zoe (but she might be a little too cool for me). I was just another scrawny kid until a group of ninjas recruited me into their clan. It was a world of trouble I wasn't prepared for, which is why I kept this diary (or "chronicle" as my dad would call it) - to warn other kids about the dangers of becoming a ninja. They say history is destined to repeat itself... well, not if I can help it.Diary of a 6th Grade Ninja is a funny thriller that's entertaining for kids, middle school students, and adults. | |
| 9781419762949 | Diper Överlöde (Diary of a Wimpy Kid Book 17) | Jeff Kinney | In Diper Överlöde, book 17 of the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series from #1 international bestselling author Jeff Kinney, Greg Heffley is finding out that the road to fame and glory comes with some hard knocks. When he decides to tag along with his brother Rodrick's band, Löded Diper, Greg doesn't realize what he's getting into. But he soon learns that late nights, unpaid gigs, fighting between band members, and money troubles are all part of the rock 'n' roll lifestyle. Can Greg help Löded Diper become the legends they think they are? Or will too much time with Rodrick's band be a diper överlöde? | |
| 9780824955069 | Discover Abraham Lincoln Storyteller, Lawyer, President | Patricia Pingry | Abraham Lincoln was one of America`s greatest presidents. But he was also the boy who learned how to use an axe at the age of eight, the father of four boys, and the president who saved America. This book is for children of ages 4-8. | Worthy |
| 9780824955052 | Discover George Washington | Patricia A. Pingry | George Washington was not only America's first president, but one of the greatest presidents. Washington was also a successful farmer and the general who won the freedom for his country. | Worthy |
| 9781419741883 | Dog Days (Diary Of A Wimpy Kid #4) (Volume 4) | Kinney, Jeff | Harry N. Abrams |