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Listening for Lions by Gloria WhelanLeft an orphan after the influenza epidemic in British East Africa in 1918, 13-year-old Rachel Sheridan is tricked by neighbors into masquerading as their deceased daughter Valerie and sent back to England to weasel more money from her so-called grandfather, who is wealthy and ailing. Rachel ends up caring for the old man deeply and cannot contain her love for Africa. She tells him stories of "her friend Rachel," which are packed with details about the land and its people. A lovely historical fiction story. Ages 8 - 15 Historical Fiction; Choosing Right from Wrong; Kindness
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Fair Weather: A Novel by Richard PeckIn this novel set during the Chicago World's Fair in 1893, Rosie gets her first taste of big city life as she, her siblings, and their grandfather attend the big event. They soon meet famous people, share an exciting experience, and take in all the wonders the fair has to offer. A funny and fast-paced story. Ages 8 - 15 Family Stories; Historical Fiction; Kindness; Adventure
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The Giants' Farm by Jane YolenA group of big-hearted but very different giants have many hilarious adventures as they work together to make Fe-Fi-Fo Farm home sweet home. The giants are silly and draw kids into this short and engaging early chapter book. Search the catalog for "Quix" then select "Children's-J-Fiction to find more books on this level. Ages 5 - 9 Easy Chapter Book; Humor
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Pitch Perfect and Persistent!: The Musical Debut of Amy Cheney Beach by Caitlin DeLemsThe mother of Amy Beach did not see how her daughter's exceptional musical abilities could be good, in any way. Amy persisted, and at age four, her aunt put her in front of a piano and Amy began composing. Photographs at the end of the book with author's notes tell more of Amy's story. Ages 5 - 12 Family Stories; Musical Giftedness; Persistence
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The Brilliant Calculator: How Mathematician Edith Clarke Helped Electrify America by Jan LowerGrowing up in the late 1800s, Edith Clarke was a mathematical prodigy who dreamed of becoming a civil engineer, but "no one wanted a woman engineer." She persisted, paid for her own education, and taught physics and higher math. A brush with a serious illness encouraged her to pursue her dreams and really utilize her math smarts. The author includes a photo of Edith as well as a timeline. Ages 5 - 12 Family Stories; Mathematical Prodigy; Persistence
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Eleanor Roosevelt: Her Path to Kindness by Helaine BeckerLittle Eleanor was a fearful child. Maybe it was related to the deaths of close family members, or the frightening experience of being rescued from a sinking ocean liner as toddler. Despite her difficult childhood, Eleanor learned to be kind and caring, and these character traits led her to a life of helping others. The author includes background information on Eleanor's life and family. Ages 5 - 12 Family Stories; Bravery; Learned Confidence; Kindness
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Pearl is a little bird who loves to sing and sings to and for everyone — until the day a frog hops into her mouth. Dunrea's gentle stories focus on relationships, perfect topics for young children. All of his charming picture books are worth reading, so put a stack on hold. Ages 2 - 6 Persistence; Sharing; Empathy; Kindness
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A boy named Joe just wants to have fun at the playground but keeps being asked about what happened to his leg. This book about differences is told from a child's perspective and includes good directions for adults at the end of the story. Ages 3 - 8 Disabilities; Empathy; Kindness
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Ages 6 - 12 Life in other Countries; Culture; Tradition; Families
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Professor Goose Debunks The Three Little Pigs by Paulette BourgeoisTravelling through the pages of The Three Little Pigs, Mother Goose's great-niece, Professor Goose, fact-checks, exposes flaws, and explains the scientific concepts in this engaging and educational fractured fairy tale filled with jokes and funny illustrations. Ages 6 - 12 Humor; Fractured Fairy Tales; Science
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