For Younger Readers 2000-2001

National Library Service for the
Blind and Physically Handicapped

Library of Congress
Washington 2002

Fiction

Adventure

Cassettes

Arthur's Camp-Out RC 50942
by Lillian Hoban 
read by Erik Sandvold
1 cassette
Arthur is bored with spring vacation. When his little sister
is invited to a camp out in the woods behind their house,
Arthur decides to go on an overnight field trip by himself.
But it's pretty scary out there! An easy chapter book. For
grades K-3.   1993.

Bandit's Moon RC 47604
by Sid Fleischman 
read by Jill Fox
1 cassette
Annyrose's mother is dead, and her brother has left her at a
ranch while he hunts for gold. But Annyrose runs away with
the outlaw Wakeen. Discovering he is really Joaqun Murieta,
the Robin Hood of the California Gold Rush, Annyrose must
decide if she can stay with a thief. For grades 3-6. 1998.

Big Red RC 49525
by Jim Kjelgaard 
read by Bob Askey
2 cassettes (Reissue)
Seventeen-year-old Danny Pickett takes a shine to a big red
Irish setter on a nearby ranch. Naming the dog "Red," he
uses him to help hunt a dangerous bear who's been killing
livestock. Prequel to Irish Red (RC 49526). For grades 4-7.
1945.

Bill and Pete; Bill and Pete Go down the Nile; Bill and Pete
to the Rescue RC 48265
by Tomie De Paola 
read by Laura Giannarelli
1 cassette
William Everett Crocodile ("Bill") has a best friend (also a
personal toothbrush), a bird named Pete. In these three
adventures, Pete helps Bill escape being turned into a
suitcase, they apprehend a jewel thief, and they rescue
Egyptian animals from captivity in New Orleans. For grades
K-3. 1978.

Brian's Return RC 48214
by Gary Paulsen 
read by Gary Tipton
1 cassette
Back in society, going to school and trying to fit in, Brian
savagely beats a bully who attacked him. With the help of
Caleb, a blind counselor, Brian realizes that he needs to go
where he belongs--in the wilderness again. Sequel to The
River (RC 34751). For grades 6-9 and older readers. 1999.

Catch of the Day: The Case of the Helpless Humpbacks RC
47879
by Emily Lloyd 
read by Mary Ann Nichols
1 cassette
A group of young people are assigned to travel the world in
a sophisticated military vehicle armed with a talking
supercomputer. Their mission is to learn, explore, and
assist others. Now they are off to help the whales near Nova
Scotia that keep getting caught in fishing nets. For grades
4-7. 1998.

Count Karlstein RC 48180
by Philip Pullman 
read by Michele Schaeffer
1 cassette
Switzerland, 1816. A young house servant, Hildi Kelmar,
tells the tale of the Count, cruel uncle of Charlotte and
Lucy. He invites the girls to visit his hunting lodge deep
in the forest. But Hildi learns of his pact with Zamiel, the
Demon Huntsman, and tries to protect the girls. For grades
5-8. 1982.

Eloise at Christmastime; Eloise in Moscow RC 49857
by Kay Thompson 
read by Laura Giannarelli
1 cassette
Two complete stories about the mischievous six-year-old who
lives at the Plaza Hotel. Eloise enjoys Christmas in her own
inimitable way, spreading cheer and giving gifts to the
staff. And, when Eloise and Nanny visit Moscow, she is
undaunted by language or cultural barriers. For grades 2-4
and older readers. 1958.

Eloise; Eloise in Paris RC 49221
by Kay Thompson 
read by Laura Giannarelli
1 cassette
Six-year-old Eloise describes her escapades at the Plaza
Hotel in New York where she lives with her nurse Nanny, her
dog Weenie, and her turtle Skipperdee. In Eloise in Paris,
she explores the city, customs, and French language. For
grades 2-4 and older readers. 1955.

Floating Home RC 47757
by David Getz 
read by Kristin Allison
1 cassette
Maxine's teacher asks her class to look at their homes in a
new way and to draw what they see. One classmate surveys his
house from a tree and another views hers from the grass. But
Maxine boards a space shuttle and experiences the thrills of
dressing as an astronaut, lifting off, and viewing Earth
from above. For grades K-3. 1997.

The Great Interactive Dream Machine: Another Adventure in
Cyberspace RC 50828
by Richard Peck 
read by L.J. Ganser
1 cassette
In this sequel to Lost in Cyberspace (RC 42808), Aaron has
designed a computer program that will transport him through
time and space, but it has a flaw. If anyone is nearby, the
program will send Aaron and Josh where that person dreams of
going. For grades 4-7. 1996.

Green Thumb RC 49677
by Rob Thomas 
read by Christopher Walker
1 cassette
Nerdy Grady Jacob is a thirteen-year-old botany prodigy
working in Brazil on a project to develop rapid-growth trees
to combat deforestation. When Grady discovers the sinister
secret behind the experiment, he must flee to save his life.
Some violence. For grades 6-9. 1999.

Holes RC 47444
by Louis Sachar 
read by Phil Regensdorf
1 cassette
Stanley Yelnats IV finds himself in a detention center for
possessing stolen property that he didn't take. While
digging holes under the summer Texas sun, he sees a fellow
inmate running away--and follows him. Legends, loyalty, and
buried treasure are revealed as Stanley learns to survive.
For grades 5-8. Newbery Medal. 1998.

Hope's Crossing RC 48335
by Joan Elizabeth Goodman 
read by Carol Dines
1 cassette
Connecticut, 1779. Hope Wakeman, almost thirteen, is
kidnapped from her home by English Loyalists. Forced into
servitude, Hope is rescued by her captor's elderly mother,
who flees with her to New York City. While arranging the
rest of the journey home, the two are stricken with deadly
smallpox. For grades 5-8. 1998.

Horrible Harry and the Drop of Doom RC 46883
by Suzy Kline 
read by John Polk
1 cassette
When second grade ends, Song Lee invites some classmates to
an amusement park for a party. Harry is very excited until
he learns about a new ride: a free-falling elevator called
the Drop of Doom. Harry loves scary rides, but he has always
been afraid of elevators. For grades 2-4. 1998.

Irish Red RC 49526
by Jim Kjelgaard 
read by Bob Askey
1 cassette (Reissue)
Danny Pickett at first believes that Mike, the runt of the
Irish setter litter, will never live up to the standards of
his champion father, Big Red. But when they become trapped
in a snowstorm with a dangerous puma, he changes his mind.
Sequel to Big Red (RC 49525). For grades 4-7. 1951.

Jaguar RC 49375
by Roland Smith 
read by Christopher Walker
1 cassette
In this sequel to Thunder Cave (RC 43377), young Jake Lansa
ventures into the tropical jungles of Brazil, where his
father, a wildlife biologist, is creating a jaguar preserve.
During their arduous journey up the Amazon River, Jake
encounters natural dangers and greedy human predators. For
grades 5-8. 1997.

King of Shadows RC 50063
by Susan Cooper 
read by Erik Sandvold
1 cassette
In London as part of an acting troupe performing in the
rebuilt Globe Theatre, young Nat Field contracts the bubonic
plague and finds himself transported back to 1599. There in
the original building, with William Shakespeare himself, Nat
performs for Queen Elizabeth I. For grades 5-8. 1999.

The Maze RC 47364
by Will Hobbs 
read by Erik Sandvold
1 cassette
Fourteen and orphaned, Rick Walker is unfairly sent to a
detention center. To avoid a threatened beating, he escapes
and discovers a remote biologist's camp in Utah's Canyonland
National Park. Soon Rick is helping monitor newly released
condors, learning how to hang glide, and fighting to save
himself and his new friend from some dangerous locals. For
grades 6-9. 1998.

Moby Dick; or, The White Whale RC 47779
retold by Geraldine McCaughrean 
read by Jim Zeiger
1 cassette
A classic sea adventure. Ishmael recounts the last voyage of
the whaling ship Pequod and how the one-legged Captain Ahab
is obsessed with finding the white whale Moby Dick. A
retelling of Herman Melville's novel originally published in
1851. For grades 5-8. 1996.

Moose Tracks RC 49322
by Mary Casanova 
read by June Carter
1 cassette
Twelve-year-old Seth lives with his mother and game warden
stepfather in the Minnesota woods. When the boy witnesses
poachers shooting a cow moose, the men try to scare him into
silence. Although terrified, Seth is determined to save the
moose calf that escaped. Prequel to Wolf Shadows (RC 49323).
For grades 4-7. 1995.

More Adventures of the Great Brain RC 50189
by John D. Fitzgerald 
read by Terence Aselford
1 cassette (Reissue)
Adenville, Utah; 1896. Eleven-year-old Tom, known as "the
Great Brain" because of his ingenious schemes, terrorizes
the entire town when he plants fake dinosaur tracks from
Skeleton Cave to the river. For grades 4-7. 1969.

My Side of the Mountain RC 50211
by Jean Craighead George 
read by Steven Carpenter
1 cassette (Reissue)
Sam Gribley relates his adventures during the year he lives
alone in the Catskill Mountains. He describes his struggle
for survival, his dependence on nature, his animal friends,
and his ultimate realization that he needs human
companionship. For grades 5-8. 1959.

Nightbirds on Nantucket RC 50622
by Joan Aiken 
read by Kristin Allison
1 cassette (Reissue)
Dido Twite, a girl from the London streets, awakens from a
ten-month coma to find herself aboard a Nantucket whaling
ship. Strange events unfold as she discovers that the
captain is chasing a pink whale and there is a plot to blow
up the king's palace in London. For grades 4-7. 1966.

Nowhere to Call Home RC 49752
by Cynthia DeFelice 
read by Marilyn Gleason
1 cassette
Twelve-year-old Frances Barrow's comfortable but dull life
changes suddenly when her father kills himself during the
Great Depression. Now Frances is to go live with her aunt.
When a house servant tells her about the hobo life, Frances
puts on boys' clothes, cuts her hair, and hits the rails.
For grades 5-8. 1999.

Oh, Brother RC 47764
by Arthur Yorinks 
read by Jim Zeiger
1 cassette
Long ago, quarrelsome twin boys survived a shipwreck while
traveling from England to America. Their parents gone, the
brothers soon escaped an orphanage and hit the streets of
New York. Arguments spoiled all of their attempts to earn a
living until they met a kindly tailor. For grades 2-4. 1989.

Owen Foote, Frontiersman RC 49561
by Stephanie Greene 
read by Erik Sandvold
1 cassette
In this sequel to Owen Foote, Soccer Star (RC 46816), Owen
and his friend Joseph find their beloved tree fort occupied
by two bullies. Unfortunately, the fort is built on property
owned by the bullies' grandmother, but Owen is determined to
scare the intruders away. For grades 2-4. 1999.

Pippi Goes on Board RC 49445
by Astrid Lindgren 
read by Madelyn Buzzard
1 cassette (Reissue)
More absurd adventures of the exuberant Pippi Longstocking,
including her purchase and consumption of thirty-six pounds
of candy, the rescue of an exhausted horse, and the defeat
of the village bully. For grades 3-6. 1957.

The Pirate's Son RC 47450
by Geraldine McCaughrean 
read by Cyn Delafield
2 cassettes
England, 1717. Penniless fourteen-year-old Nathaniel Gull,
expelled from his horrid boarding school, decides to sail to
Madagascar with Tamo White, a pirate's son, and his
guardian. Nathaniel's younger sister Maud arrives
unexpectedly, so they take her along. When they arrive at
the island, the guardian arranges to sell them to pirates.
For grades 6-9 and older readers. 1996.

The Place of Lions RC 48280
by Eric Campbell 
read by Erik Sandvold
1 cassette
Newcomers in Tanzania, Chris Harris and his father survive a
small plane crash on the Serengeti Plain. Chris will have to
find help because he is the least injured, but an aged and
wounded lion is following his every step. Some violence. For
grades 5-8. 1990.

Return to Hawk's Hill RC 46914
by Allan W. Eckert 
read by June Carter
1 cassette
Adrift in a rowboat on Lake Winnipeg, seven-year-old Ben
MacDonald is rescued by Little Buffalo, a Metis Indian.
Ben's ability to befriend animals impresses the Metis during
his stay with them and leads to friendship between Ben's
family and the Metis. Sequel to Incident at Hawk's Hill (RC
38913). For grades 5-8. 1998.

River Thunder RC 49064
by Will Hobbs 
read by Ilona Dulaski
1 cassette
Jessie and her friends from Downriver (RC 36801) are back to
raft down the Grand Canyon. They discover that the trip is
paid for by rich kid Troy but decide to have fun anyway--
only they are unaware of the record-high water because of
mismanagement and bad weather. For grades 6-9 and older
readers. 1997.

Sasquatch RC 48922
by Roland Smith 
read by Erik Sandvold
1 cassette
Dylan's father had a personal encounter with Sasquatch (aka
Bigfoot) on a hunting trip and now seeks to protect him from
the ruthless hunter Dr. Flagg. When Dylan's father leaves
for the about-to-erupt Mount Saint Helens where Sasquatch
lives, Dylan is determined to go also. For grades 4-7. 1998.

Shadow Spinner RC 49550
by Susan Fletcher 
read by Gabriella Cavallero
2 cassettes
Thirteen-year-old Marjan, a crippled Persian servant girl,
is a gifted storyteller. Because of her talent, she is
ordered to join the sultan's harem but soon escapes to
search for the perfect story to melt the sultan's heart and
to save the life of his wife, Shahrazad. For grades 5-8.
1998.

The Smugglers RC 48709
by Iain Lawrence 
read by Bob Kuhn
1 cassette
In this sequel to The Wreckers (RC 48708), John Spencer is
sixteen years old and in charge of sailing his father's new
ship to London. His crew includes some questionable
characters--smugglers, a highwayman, and a dangerous captain
who sidetracks them to France, where he runs into pirates.
For grades 5-8. 1999.

Sword of the Samurai: Adventure Stories from Japan RC 49673
by Eric A. Kimmel 
read by Robert Sams
1 cassette
Eleven short adventure stories involving medieval Japanese
warriors. In "Dohaku's Head," a decapitated samurai
reattaches his head with the help of a local doctor. In
"Tomoe Gozen," a girl joins her brother in learning the
martial arts and fighting battles. For grades 4-7. 1999.

Tracks in the Snow RC 47853
by Lucy Jane Bledsoe 
read by Cyn Delafield
1 cassette
Erin is sure something has happened to her babysitter Amy
when she doesn't show up one evening. Her parents and even
the police refuse to help, pointing out that Amy and her
mother had planned to move to Arizona by now. Knowing how
much Amy didn't want to move, Erin begins searching for Amy
and faces survival in a raging snowstorm. For grades 3-6.
1997.

Trouble on the Tracks RC 48835
by Donna Jo Napoli 
read by Jeff Baker
1 cassette
Thirteen-year-old Zach is with his obnoxious ten-year-old
sister, Eve, on an overnight train ride through the
Australian desert. On board Eve runs afoul of bird smugglers
who throw both children off the train. Alone in the outback,
Zach and Eve have to find help. For grades 4-7. 1997.

Trouble's Daughter: The Story of Susanna Hutchinson, Indian
Captive RC 48226
by Katherine Kirkpatrick 
read by Mitzi Friedlander
2 cassettes
Dutch colonies, 1643. Anne Hutchinson and her youngest
children move to a farm in the wilderness. When the Lenape
Indians attack, only nine-year-old Susanna is left alive and
taken captive. For three-and-a-half years, Susanna gradually
becomes one of the tribe until her family buys her back.
Some violence. For grades 5-8 and older readers. 1998.

The Wanderer RC 50785
by Sharon Creech 
read by Kristin Allison
1 cassette
Thirteen-year-old Sophie and her cousin Cody record their
transatlantic voyage by sailboat to visit Bompie, their
grandfather in England. Also on board are three uncles and
another cousin. The journey of discovery for all six becomes
especially important for Sophie, who was adopted into the
family only three years ago. For grades 5-8. 2000.

Water Rat RC 49842
by Marnie Laird 
read by Michael Scherer
1 cassette
Delaware Bay, 1748. Fourteen-year-old crippled orphan Matt
"Water Rat" Burton works long hours for an abusive tavern
owner. Then Matt goes to live on the Campbell family farm,
where he uses his knowledge of the local waterways to
uncover the secret hideout of marauding pirates. For grades
6-9. 1998.

The Wild Kid RC 47333
by Harry Mazer 
read by Jim Zeiger
1 cassette
Sammy, a twelve-year-old with Down syndrome, leaves his bike
unlocked and somebody takes it. Chasing the thief, Sammy
becomes lost in the woods. A boy hiding from the authorities
finds Sammy, but won't help him get home because he's afraid
Sammy will tell. The two boys learn to coexist in the wild.
For grades 5-8. 1998.

Williwaw! RC 49853
by Tom Bodett 
read by Gregory Gorton
1 cassette
In their fisherman father's absence, thirteen-year-old
September and her twelve-year-old brother Ivan defy his
orders and set out in their small boat for the Alaskan town
across the bay. Underway they are caught in a terrifying
storm called a williwaw. For grades 5-8. 1999.

The Wreckers RC 48708
by Iain Lawrence 
read by Bob Kuhn
1 cassette
1799. Fourteen-year-old John Spencer is on his first sea
voyage with his father when their ship is forced aground off
the Cornwall coast. John is rescued by a village man and his
niece, but can he escape from the pirates who caused the
wreck? Prequel to The Smugglers (RC 48709). For grades 5-8.
1998.

Braille

Abigail Takes the Wheel BR 12446
by Avi 
1 volume
Abigail Bates and her brother Tom travel to school every day
between New Jersey and New York aboard their father's boat,
the Neptune. But one day when two ships collide in Hudson
Bay, Abigail has to take over the wheel while her father
steers one of the damaged ships. For grades 2-4. 1999.

Big Red BR 12530
by Jim Kjelgaard 
2 volumes
Seventeen-year-old Danny Pickett takes a shine to a big red
Irish setter on a nearby ranch. Naming the dog "Red," he
uses him to help hunt a dangerous bear who's been killing
livestock. Prequel to Irish Red (BR 12531). For grades 4-7.
1945.

Brian's Return BR 12210
by Gary Paulsen 
1 volume
Back in society, going to school and trying to fit in, Brian
savagely beats a bully who attacked him. With the help of
Caleb, a blind counselor, Brian realizes that he needs to go
where he belongs--in the wilderness again. Sequel to The
River (BR 8844). For grades 6-9 and older readers. 1999.

Brian's Winter BR 12117
by Gary Paulsen 
1 volume
Thirteen-year-old Brian was rescued from the Canadian
wilderness at the end of summer in The Hatchet (RC 30535).
But what if, instead, he had faced the harsh winter in the
woods? This survival story pits the stranded young
outdoorsman against the cold, loneliness, and worst of
nature. For grades 6-9 and older readers. 1996.

Death at Devil's Bridge BR 12946
by Cynthia DeFelice 
1 volume
Thirteen-year-old Ben--last seen in Devil's Bridge (RC
37491)--and his best friend Jeff are lured into trouble by
their desire to be "cool."  A teen tourist on their home
island of Martha's Vineyard disappears, others are robbed,
and the boys become unwitting drug runners. For grades 5-8
and older readers. 2000.

Frozen Stiff BR 11924
by Sherry Shahan 
1 volume
For the three summers since her parents' divorce, Cody and
her mother have stayed in a small Alaskan village. This
year, Cody sneaks away for an overnight kayaking trip with
her visiting cousin Derek. An advancing glacier turns the
adventure into a terrifying experience. For grades 4-7.
1998.

Ghost Canoe BR 13042
by Will Hobbs 
2 volumes
1874; Tatoosh Island, Washington. As he helps his father
tend the Cape Flattery lighthouse, fourteen-year-old Nathan
MacAllister spends days fishing with his Makah Native
American neighbor. When a ship breaks up on the rocks, its
captain turns up dead, and suspicious activities occur along
the shore, Nathan investigates. For grades 6-9. 1997.

The Great Interactive Dream Machine: Another Adventure in
Cyberspace BR 12834
by Richard Peck 
1 volume
In this sequel to Lost in Cyberspace (BR 10713) Aaron has
designed a computer program that will transport him through
time and space, but it has a flaw. If anyone is nearby, the
program will send Aaron and Josh where that person dreams of
going. For grades 4-7. 1996.

Holes BR 12174
by Louis Sachar 
2 volumes
Stanley Yelnats IV finds himself in a detention center for
possessing stolen property that he didn't take. While
digging holes under the summer Texas sun, he sees a fellow
inmate running away--and follows him. Legends, loyalty, and
buried treasure are revealed as Stanley learns to survive.
For grades 5-8. Newbery Medal. 1998.

Irish Red BR 12531
by Jim Kjelgaard 
1 volume
Danny Pickett at first believes that Mike, the runt of the
Irish setter litter, will never live up to the standards of
his champion father, Big Red. But when they become trapped
in a snowstorm with a dangerous puma, he changes his mind.
Sequel to Big Red (BR 12530). For grades 4-7.  1951.

Mad about Madeline: The Complete Tales BR 13202
by Ludwig Bemelmans 
1 volume
A collection of all six rhymed stories about Madeline. The
first--published in 1939--introduces Madeline, the smallest
of twelve girls who live together in Paris with Miss Clavel.
She has various adventures involving animals, gypsies,
travel, a boy called Pepito, and a magical Christmas. For
grades K-3. 1961.

The Maze BR 12701
by Will Hobbs 
2 volumes
Fourteen and orphaned, Rick Walker escapes from the brutal
detention center to which he was unfairly sent. He discovers
a biologist's remote camp in Utah's Canyonland National
Park, where he helps to monitor fledgling condors, learns to
hang glide, and outwits some sinister locals. For grades 6-
9. 1998.

Me and My Little Brain BR 13169
by John D. Fitzgerald 
1 volume (Reissue)
J.D. wants to be as crafty as his older brother, Tom, who is
known as "The Great Brain." Although J.D.'s moneymaking
schemes fail miserably, his little brain does figure out how
to rescue his adopted younger brother from a desperate
outlaw. For grades 4-7.   1971.

More Adventures of the Great Brain BR 13176
by John D. Fitzgerald 
1 volume (Reissue)
Adenville, Utah; 1896. Eleven-year-old Tom, known as "The
Great Brain" because of his ingenious schemes, terrorizes
the entire town when he plants fake dinosaur tracks from
Skeleton Cave to the river. For grades 4-7. 1969.

Read for Your Life: Tales of Survival from the Editors of
Read Magazine BR 12247
edited by Read Magazine 
1 volume
Ten stories of survivals that depend on life-and-death
choices. Collection includes depictions of the fateful
Donner Party excursion to California in 1846 and the crash
of Air Florida Flight 90 in 1982. For grades 6-9 and older
readers. 1998.

Weirdo's War BR 12360
by Michael Coleman 
1 volume
Daniel's schoolmates call him "Weirdo" because he doesn't
fit in: he performs calculations as a hobby. Forced on a
week-long school outing, Daniel is paired with the bully who
gave him the nickname. When the boys become trapped in a
cave, they must put their differences aside to survive. For
grades 5-8. 1996.

White Wolf BR 12777
by Henrietta Branford 
1 volume
A survival story from a wolf's viewpoint. A white wolf
called Snowy by his owners--Jim and his son, Jesse--is
coveted by Native Americans. Escaping captivity, Snowy must
learn to hunt and run with a pack to truly become a wolf.
For grades 4-7.   1998.

Animals

Cassettes

The Bear That Heard Crying RC 46524
by Natalie Kinsey-Warnock and Helen Kinsey 
read by Mimi Bederman
1 cassette
A fictionalized account of the day in 1783 when three-year-
old Sarah Whitcher wandered away from home. Lost in the
woods and crying, Sarah attracts the attention of a big
black bear. For preschool-grade 2. 1993.

Ben and Me: A New and Astonishing Life of Benjamin Franklin
as Written by His Good Mouse Amos RC 47613
by Robert Lawson 
read by Brian Conn
1 cassette (Reissue)
In 1745 Amos, a church mouse, leaves his home to find a
better place to live. He ends up with Benjamin Franklin and
becomes his confidant and traveling companion. When Franklin
dies, many writers extol his achievements, but Amos decides
to set the record straight with his own accounts. For grades
5-8. 1939.

Big Red RC 49525
by Jim Kjelgaard 
read by Bob Askey
2 cassettes (Reissue)
Seventeen-year-old Danny Pickett takes a shine to a big red
Irish setter on a nearby ranch. Naming the dog "Red," he
uses him to help hunt a dangerous bear who's been killing
livestock. Prequel to Irish Red (RC 49526). For grades 4-7.
1945.

Bill and Pete; Bill and Pete Go down the Nile; Bill and Pete
to the Rescue RC 48265
by Tomie De Paola 
read by Laura Giannarelli
1 cassette
William Everett Crocodile ("Bill") has a best friend (also a
personal toothbrush), a bird named Pete. In these three
adventures, Pete helps Bill escape being turned into a
suitcase, they apprehend a jewel thief, and they rescue
Egyptian animals from captivity in New Orleans. For grades
K-3. 1978.

Bird Boy RC 50364
by Elizabeth Starr Hill 
read by Catherine Byers
1 cassette
Chang, a mute Chinese boy, communicates better with his
father's cormorants--specially trained fishing birds--than
with people. One boy, Jinan, always teases him, but Jinan's
sister Mei Mei becomes Chang's friend. She helps him when
his beloved cormorant chick is in danger. A beginning
chapter book. For grades 2-4.   1999.

Bunnicula Strikes Again! RC 49326
by James Howe 
read by June Carter
1 cassette
Harold, the canine author, describes the events that
disrupted the Monroe household where he lives with Chester
(a cat), Howie (a puppy), and Bunnicula (a rabbit with
fangs). It all starts with Bunnicula looking listless, and
Chester saying he has the matter under control. Companion to
Return to Howliday Inn (RC 36904). For grades 3-6. 1999.

The Butterfly Lion RC 47068
by Michael Morpurgo 
read by Gillian Wilson
1 cassette
When a ten-year-old boy runs away from an English boarding
school, he encounters an elderly woman who tells him about
an earlier runaway, Bertie, who had a pet white lion. Over
tea and scones, she explains why Bertie carved the image of
the lion into the hillside, and why the boy should return to
his school. For grades 3-6. 1996.

Child of the Wolves RC 48829
by Elizabeth Hall 
read by Cyn Delafield
1 cassette
A Siberian husky puppy named Granite runs away while being
sold to a dogteam trainer. Although he escapes into the
Alaskan wilderness, he has trouble surviving until a mother
wolf adopts him. But Granite still has to win his own place
in the pack. For grades 4-7. 1996.

The Complete Adventures of Curious George RC 47946
by Margret Rey and H.A. Rey 
read by Erik Sandvold
1 cassette
A collection of seven books published between 1941 and 1966
featuring George, a mischievous monkey. George likes to
investigate the new things he encounters, a habit that
usually causes trouble. His friend, the man with the large
yellow hat, often rescues George--who goes on to more
adventures. For grades K-3. 1994.

The Complete Tales of Winnie-the-Pooh RC 48132
by A.A. Milne 
read by Bob Askey
1 cassette (Reissue)
The adventures of Christopher Robin, a boy, and his favorite
companions--Winnie-the-Pooh, a bear; Eeyore, an old grey
donkey; and Rabbit, Piglet, Kanga, and Baby Roo. Contains
the unabridged texts of Winnie-the-Pooh, first published in
1926, and The House at Pooh Corner, from 1928. For grades K-
3 and older readers. 1994.

The Complete Tales: The Twenty-Three Original Peter Rabbit
Books and Four Unpublished Works RC 48836
by Beatrix Potter 
read by Laura Giannarelli
1 cassette
Collection of stories by Beatrix Potter presented in
chronological order with a brief note about the origins of
each piece. Begins with "The Tale of Peter Rabbit," first
published in 1902. For grades K-3. 1997.

The Dog with Golden Eyes RC 47789
by Frances Wilbur 
read by Gabriella Cavallero
1 cassette
When lonely thirteen-year-old Cassie finds a large white dog
in her backyard, she begins to feed him secretly. She does
odd jobs for her neighbors to earn dog-food money. Then she
discovers that her pet is really a wolf and determines to
save it from capture. For grades 4-7.  1998.

The Empress of Elsewhere RC 49176
by Theresa Nelson 
read by Erik Sandvold
2 cassettes
The start of summer is sad for Jim Junior; his best friend
moves away and his dog dies. Then the richest lady in their
East Texas town offers him and his seven-year-old sister,
Mary Al, a challenging job: to tame her granddaughter and
her monkey. For grades 4-7. 1998.

Faith and the Rocket Cat RC 47810
by Patrick Jennings 
read by Peter Gil
1 cassette
In this sequel to Faith and the Electric Dogs (RC 45202),
Faith's family--including her dog Edison, who writes books--
moves back to San Francisco. Faith takes another rocket trip
with four companions, is stranded in the desert, and finds
her long-lost cat and a way home. For grades 3-6. 1998.

Frightful's Mountain RC 49640
by Jean Craighead George 
read by Gary Tipton
1 cassette
When Frightful, the peregrine falcon raised by Sam Gribley,
returns to the wild, she is not prepared to fend for
herself. A male peregrine falcon courts her, and gradually
Frightful adapts to her natural role. Companion to My Side
of the Mountain (RC 9825). For grades 5-8. 1999.

Frog and Toad Are Friends RC 51143
by Arnold Lobel 
read by Bob Askey
1 cassette (Reissue)
Five stories about the adventures of two friends, a solemn
green frog and a funny brown toad. When Frog is sick in bed
looking green, Toad brings him some tea and tells him a
story. And when Toad loses his button, Frog helps him find
it. For grades K-3. 1970.

'Gator Aid RC 49703
by Jane Cutler 
read by Terence Aselford
1 cassette
At first no one believes that second-grader Edward Fraser
saw a baby alligator in the park lake. Then, when they do,
they exaggerate the size and everyone becomes hysterical. So
Edward and the alligator catcher's granddaughter quietly set
out to rescue the little one. For grades 3-6. 1999.

Gib and the Gray Ghost RC 51011
by Zilpha Keatley Snyder 
read by Bruce Huntey
1 cassette
In this companion to Gib Rides Home (RC 46233) Gib is
leaving the orphanage for the second time to return to the
Thornton ranch, where he cares for the horses. During a
blizzard a beautiful gray thoroughbred, abused and hungry,
finds his way to the stable. For grades 4-7. 2000.

Gooseberry Park RC 48830
by Cynthia Rylant 
read by Mimi Bederman
1 cassette
Stumpy the squirrel leaves to find help after a storm knocks
down her tree, leaving her three babies homeless. Her
friends Murray the bat and Kona, a dog, rescue Stumpy's
babies while she is gone. Then Kona's problem is how to find
Stumpy. For grades 3-6. 1995.

The Great Kapok Tree: A Tale of the Amazon Rain Forest RC
51149
by Lynne Cherry 
read by Erik Sandvold
1 cassette
When a man walks into the rain forest and begins to chop
down a great kapok tree, all the different animals that live
in the tree try to convince him of the importance of sparing
their home. For grades K-3 and older readers. 1990.

Irish Red RC 49526
by Jim Kjelgaard 
read by Bob Askey
1 cassette (Reissue)
Danny Pickett at first believes that Mike, the runt of the
Irish setter litter, will never live up to the standards of
his champion father, Big Red. But when they become trapped
in a snowstorm with a dangerous puma, he changes his mind.
Sequel to Big Red (RC 49525). For grades 4-7. 1951.

Jane on Her Own: A Catwings Tale RC 48950
by Ursula K. Le Guin 
read by Janis Gray
1 cassette
When Jane, a winged cat, flies off to the city in search of
adventure, she learns that the warnings about human beings
are true. Some of them cannot be trusted. Sequel to
Wonderful Alexander and the Catwings (RC 40491). For grades
2-4. 1999.

Jenius: The Amazing Guinea Pig RC 47062
by Dick King-Smith 
read by Janet Daley
1 cassette
Judy's favorite animals are guinea pigs, and she wants to
prove how smart they are. When a new baby guinea pig is
born, she names him Jenius and begins teaching him tricks.
But at school on pets' day, Jenius embarrasses Judy. For
grades 2-4. 1996.

Moose Tales RC 50118
by Nancy Van Laan 
read by Jack Fox
1 cassette
Easy chapter book with three stories about Moose and his
woodland friends, Beaver, Squirrel, Rabbit, and Mouse. In "A
Fine Day for a Walk," Moose has trouble finding a friend to
take a walk with him. In "The Snow Creature," Moose and his
friends build an unusual figure in the snow. For grades 2-4.
1999.

The Mouse of Amherst RC 48862
by Elizabeth Spires 
read by Kimberly Schraf
1 cassette
When a white mouse named Emmaline moves into the poet Emily
Dickinson's bedroom, Emmaline is inspired to write verses
also. Includes eight poems by Emily Dickinson. For grades 3-
6. 1999.

Nightwalkers RC 49360
by Judy K. Morris 
read by Mary Ann Nichols
1 cassette
On a class trip to the Washington, D.C., zoo, fourth-grader
James strikes up a friendship with an elephant named Daisy.
That night she takes James for a ride on her back and he
becomes involved in Daisy's life quest. For grades 3-6.
1996.

Not My Dog RC 49751
by Colby Rodowsky 
read by Cyn Delafield
1 cassette
Eight-year-old Ellie has to give up her lifelong dream of
having her own puppy because her parents agree to adopt
great-aunt Margaret's dog. At first Ellie refuses to warm up
to Preston, a smart and brave brown mutt, but gradually she
comes to love him. For grades 2-4.   1999.

Old Yeller RC 47404
by Fred Gipson 
read by Jack Fox
1 cassette (Reissue)
1860s Texas. Fourteen-year-old Travis at first resents the
big, yellow stray dog that hangs around his home, but he
comes to love and depend on him. With his father away on a
cattle drive, Travis is the man of the house and looks to
Old Yeller for help and protection. For grades 5-8. 1956.

Poppy and Rye RC 46767
by Avi 
read by Kimberly Schraf
1 cassette
New adventures unfold for Poppy, a deer mouse, when she sets
out to find the parents of Ragweed, her boyfriend who was
killed by Mr. Ocax, an owl. She meets Rye, Ragweed's younger
brother, but before they declare their mutual attraction,
they face many threats from the beavers whose dam is
flooding Rye's family home. Sequel to Poppy (RC 42709). For
grades 3-6. 1998.

Possum and the Peeper RC 46530
by Anne Hunter 
read by Cyn Delafield
1 cassette
Possum is snuggled up in his warm winter nest when suddenly
he is awakened by a loud noise: "Peep! Peep! Peep!" Knowing
he won't get back to sleep, Possum decides to find out who
is being so rude, so early in the spring. Along the way he
is joined by a pair of catbirds, a bear, and a muskrat. For
grades K-3. 1998.

Ragweed RC 49960
by Avi 
read by Kimberly Schraf
1 cassette
After bidding fond farewells to his family, Ragweed, a four-
month-old golden mouse, strikes out to explore the world
beyond his home at the brook. Eager for excitement and
unmindful of cats, Ragweed hops a freight train to the city.
Prequel to Poppy (RC 42709). For grades 3-6. 1999.

Rain RC 50870
by Manya Stojic 
read by Laura Giannarelli
1 cassette
The soil of the African savanna is dry and beginning to
crack. Then the porcupine smells the rain coming, the zebras
see it, and the rhino feels it. It rains and rains and
rains, making everything lush and green--until it stops, and
the land becomes dry and hot again. For preschool-grade 2.
2000.

Son of the Black Stallion RC 49195
by Walter Farley 
read by Erik Sandvold
2 cassettes (Reissue)
When Alec Ramsey's friend, an Arabian sheikh, sends him the
Black Stallion's foal, Alec feels that his dream has come
true. But training Satan, the high-spirited animal, is
harder than Alec anticipates. Companion to The Black
Stallion (RC 44178). For grades 4-7. 1947.

A Symphony of Whales RC 50035
by Steve Schuch 
read by Pam Ward
1 cassette
Young Glashka's sled dogs lead her to thousands of Beluga
whales trapped by the ice freezing over a great bay. An
icebreaker clears a path for the whales, but they don't
leave until Glashka's dream about music provides a solution
for their rescue. For grades K-3. 1999.

Three Tales of My Father's Dragon: My Father's Dragon; Elmer
and the Dragon; The Dragons of Blueland RC 46345
by Ruth Stiles Gannett 
read by Gregory Ricks
1 cassette
Nine-year-old Elmer rescues Boris, a baby flying dragon,
from the ferocious animals holding him prisoner on Wild
Island. The grateful Boris promises to fly Elmer back home,
but Boris needs Elmer's help again before rejoining his
dragon family. Tales originally published in 1949-1951. For
grades 3-6. 1998.

A Twist in the Tail: Animal Stories from around the World RC
49040
by Mary Hoffman 
read by Tracy Mickens-Hundley
1 cassette
Retellings of ten traditional folktales about animals from
different countries such as India, Turkey, Malaysia,
Nigeria, Venezuela, and Australia. In the Chinese story "The
Fox and the Crab Have a Race," the boastful fox is outwitted
by the poky crab. For grades 2-4. 1998.

The Ugly Duckling RC 48266
by Hans Christian Andersen 
read by Celeste Lawson
1 cassette
A mother duck is disappointed when the extra-large egg she
has been sitting on opens, and a big, awkward chick tumbles
out. The poor bird gets teased by everyone because he looks
so different. But the next spring, he gets a surprise when
he sees himself in the water. For preschool-grade 2. 1999.

Verdi RC 47072
by Janell Cannon 
read by Terence Aselford
1 cassette
Verdi is a bright yellow baby python with bold stripes that
zigzag down his back. He likes his colors and isn't in a
hurry to grow up big and green like the older snakes. So
Verdi sets off through the forest hoping to find a way to
stay the way he is. For grades K-3. 1997.

Braille

Bark, George BR 12040
by Jules Feiffer 
1 volume
A mother dog is concerned when her puppy George cannot bark.
He can quack and meow and moo, but no "arf" comes out. So
his mother takes George to the vet to find a solution.
PRINT/BRAILLE. For preschool-grade 2. 1999.

Big Red BR 12530
by Jim Kjelgaard 
2 volumes
Seventeen-year-old Danny Pickett takes a shine to a big red
Irish setter on a nearby ranch. Naming the dog "Red," he
uses him to help hunt a dangerous bear who's been killing
livestock. Prequel to Irish Red (BR 12531). For grades 4-7.
1945.

Bunnicula Strikes Again! BR 12594
by James Howe 
1 volume
Harold, the canine author, describes the events that
disrupted the Monroe household where he lives with Chester
(a cat), Howie (a puppy), and Bunnicula (a rabbit with
fangs). It all starts with Bunnicula looking listless and
Chester saying he has the matter under control. Companion to
Return to Howliday Inn (BR 9196). For grades 3-6. 1999.

The Butterfly Lion BR 11928
by Michael Morpurgo 
1 volume
When a ten-year-old boy runs away from an English boarding
school, he encounters an elderly woman who tells him about
an earlier runaway, Bertie, who had a pet white lion. Over
tea and scones, she explains why Bertie carved the image of
the lion into the hillside, and why the boy should return to
his school. For grades 3-6. 1996.

The Complete Adventures of Curious George BR 12910
by Margret Rey and H.A. Rey 
1 volume
A collection of seven books published between 1941 and 1966
featuring George, a mischievous monkey. George likes to
investigate the new things he encounters, a habit that
usually causes trouble. His friend, the man with the large
yellow hat, often rescues George--who goes on to more
adventures. For grades K-3. 1994.

Frog and Toad Are Friends BR 12336
by Arnold Lobel 
1 volume
Five stories about the adventures of two friends: a solemn
green frog and a funny brown toad. When Toad loses his
button, Frog helps him find it. Later Frog is sick in bed
looking green, and Toad brings him some tea and tells him a
story. For grades K-3. 1970.

Goodnight Moon BR 13012
by Margaret Wise Brown 
1 volume
As a little bunny settles into bed, he bids good night to
familiar objects in his room and even some outside.
PRINT/BRAILLE. For preschool-grade 2.   1947.

The Great Eye BR 12304
by Phyllis Shalant 
1 volume
Troubled by her parents' recent separation and her older
sister Anna's plans to spend the summer with her new
boyfriend, Lucy finds solace in writing poetry on her
computer and training a guide dog named Hobart with her best
friend Calvin. For grades 6-9. 1996.

A Hive for the Honeybee BR 12704
by Soinbhe Lally 
1 volume
Three-day-old worker bee Thora is already on duty, active in
the life cycle of the beehive. Belle, another worker,
instructs Thora about responsibility, but her friends the
drones, Mo and Alfred, teach her about the mysteries and
choices of life. For grades 6-9. 1996.

Irish Red BR 12531
by Jim Kjelgaard 
1 volume
Danny Pickett at first believes that Mike, the runt of the
Irish setter litter, will never live up to the standards of
his champion father, Big Red. But when they become trapped
in a snowstorm with a dangerous puma, he changes his mind.
Sequel to Big Red (BR 12530). For grades 4-7.  1951.

Jane on Her Own: A Catwings Tale BR 12301
by Ursula K. Le Guin 
1 volume
When Jane, a winged cat, flies off to the city in search of
adventure, she learns that the warnings about human beings
are true. Some of them cannot be trusted. Sequel to
Wonderful Alexander and the Catwings (RC 40491, BR 9857).
For grades 2-4. 1999.

Little Bunny on the Move BR 13007
by Peter McCarty 
1 volume
A little bunny is hurrying through the countryside, past
other animals and even past a little girl who wants him for
a pet. For the little bunny has a special destination.
PRINT/BRAILLE. For preschool-grade 2. 1999.

The Little Red Hen (Makes a Pizza) BR 13061
retold by Philemon Sturges 
1 volume
When the Little Red Hen wakes up from her nap, she scratches
through her cupboard, finds a can of tomato sauce, and
decides to make a pizza. But she is missing some
ingredients, and her friends duck, cat, and dog are too busy
to help--until the pizza is done. PRINT/BRAILLE. For grades
K-3. 1999.

Look Back, Moss BR 12375
by Betty Levin 
1 volume
Jody's mother and aunt are animal rights activists. Jody
does not like being dragged into their schemes because he
fears someone will get hurt. When they try to rescue sheep
at a sheepherding event, a young border collie, Moss, is
seriously injured. Companion to Away to Me, Moss (BR 10459).
For grades 5-8. 1998.

Mandy Sue Day BR 13003
by Roberta Karim 
1 volume
Mandy Sue's farmer father promises each of the children one
day without chores, and today is Mandy Sue day. She spends
it riding and talking to her horse, Ben, and although Mandy
Sue is blind, she knows her best friend's ears flick back to
hear her. PRINT/BRAILLE. For grades K-3.   1994.

Misty of Chincoteague BR 12918
by Marguerite Henry 
1 volume
The adventures of Maureen and Paul Beebe, who want to own
the freedom-loving mare Phantom and her colt, Misty--wild
ponies from the islands along Virginia's Atlantic coast. For
grades 3-6. Newbery Honor.  1947.

A Mouse Called Wolf BR 12987
by Dick King-Smith 
1 volume
Mary the mouse gives her very small son an important-
sounding name she finds on sheet music outside her hole:
Wolfgang Amadeus. As tiny Wolf listens to old Mrs. Honeybee
play her piano, he realizes he can sing! Entranced, Mrs.
Honeybee encourages him, and they become friends. For grades
2-4. 1997.

One Lighthouse, One Moon BR 13062
by Anita Lobel 
1 volume
In this concept book Nini the cat sees different colored
shoes for each day of the week, describes various activities
for every month of the year, and counts from one to ten by
the seashore. PRINT/BRAILLE. For preschool-grade 2. 2000.

Queenie, One of the Family BR 12041
by Bob Graham 
1 volume
While out on a walk, Caitlin's dad rescues a hen from a
lake. They name her Queenie, and she stays in their home for
a while. Even after Queenie is returned to her farm, she
finds a way to be part of Caitlin's family. PRINT/BRAILLE.
For preschool-grade 2. 1997.

Sammy the Seal BR 12878
by Syd Hoff 
1 volume
Eager to try life outside the zoo, Sammy the seal explores
the city, goes to school, and plays with the children but
decides that, after all, home is best. For grades K-3.  
1959.

Shiloh Season BR 12871
by Phyllis Reynolds Naylor 
1 volume
It's been a month since Marty adopted his mistreated beagle,
Shiloh, from his neighbor Judd. The only problem is that
Judd now wants the dog back. How can Marty convince Judd to
leave Shiloh alone? Sequel to Shiloh (BR 11971). For grades
4-7. 1996.

Swine Lake BR 12036
by James Marshall 
1 volume
A hungry wolf interested in eating a pig attends the
Boarshoi Ballet's performance of Swine Lake only to become
caught up in the story on stage. The next night he goes to
the ballet again and surprises the audience and himself.
PRINT/BRAILLE. For grades K-3. 1999.

A Symphony of Whales BR 13006
by Steve Schuch 
1 volume
Young Glashka's sled dogs lead her to thousands of Beluga
whales trapped by the ice freezing over a great bay. An
icebreaker clears a path for the whales, but they don't
leave until Glashka's dream about music provides a solution
for their rescue. PRINT/BRAILLE. For grades K-3. 1999.

Third Grade Pet BR 12332
by Judy Cox 
1 volume
When Rosemary's third-grade classmates are allowed to pick
out a class pet, she is shocked that they choose a horrid
rat! And worse, Rosemary and irritating Brian are assigned
to take care of it. But Rosemary soon falls in love with
Cheese and tries to protect him from Brian. For grades 2-4.
1998.

The Trumpet of the Swan BR 12130
by E.B. White 
1 volume (Reissue)
While camping with his father in Canada, eleven-year-old Sam
Beaver discovers a family of trumpeter swans, including the
voiceless Louis. Sam teaches Louis to write with his bill
and to play the trumpet, which compensates for his handicap.
Eventually Louis solos with the Philadelphia Orchestra and
woos a mate. For grades 4-7. 1970.

Turtle Dreams BR 13125
by Marion Dane Bauer 
1 volume
In this chapter book, Young Turtle's great-great-great-
grandmother warns her that she must gather dreams to prepare
for winter. So Turtle asks an otter, a squirrel, and a bird
what they dream about and gets a different answer from each
one. For grades 2-4. 1997.

Where's Molly? BR 13168
by Uli Waas 
1 volume
Lisa and Max are enthused about New Year's Eve. Their family
is having a party, their new neighbors are coming, and they
have fireworks to light at midnight. Even their dog Molly is
excited. But when the fireworks begin, Molly is frightened
away. For grades 2-4. 1993.

White Wolf BR 12777
by Henrietta Branford 
1 volume
A survival story from a wolf's viewpoint. A white wolf
called Snowy by his owners--Jim and his son, Jesse--is
coveted by Native Americans. Escaping captivity, Snowy must
learn to hunt and run with a pack to truly become a wolf.
For grades 4-7.   1998.

Zelda and Ivy and the Boy Next Door BR 12476
by Laura McGee Kvasnosky 
1 volume
Fox sisters Zelda and Ivy are playing in their backyard when
their new neighbor, Eugene, climbs over the fence. The three
get involved in several adventures, but it usually ends up
being two foxes against one. Companion to Zelda and Ivy (BR
11866). For grades 2-4. 1999.

Blindness and Physical Handicaps

Cassettes

Adam Zigzag RC 48215
by Barbara Barrie 
read by Gary Tipton
1 cassette
A little boy calls himself "Adam Zigzag" because of the way
words on paper look to him. Adam has dyslexia and learning
disorders that lead to emotional problems. After years of
ineffectual schools and tutors, Adam agrees to try a
boarding school, where he finally finds the help he needs.
For grades 5-8. 1994.

The Berenstain Bears and the Wheelchair Commando RC 47125
by Stan Berenstain and Jan Berenstain 
read by Bruce Huntey
1 cassette
Harry McGill has started spending all of his time on the
computer instead of playing wheelchair basketball with his
friends. His parents hope that when they move to the
country, Harry will make some new nondisabled pals. Brother
and Sister try to become Harry's friends, but it isn't easy.
Yet they are in for quite a surprise when Too-Tall starts
bullying Harry. For grades 2-4. 1993.

Bird Boy RC 50364
by Elizabeth Starr Hill 
read by Catherine Byers
1 cassette
Chang, a mute Chinese boy, communicates better with his
father's cormorants--specially trained fishing birds--than
with people. One boy, Jinan, always teases him, but Jinan's
sister Mei Mei becomes Chang's friend. She helps him when
his beloved cormorant chick is in danger. A beginning
chapter book. For grades 2-4.   1999.

Bluish RC 49871
by Virginia Hamilton 
read by Jill Fox
1 cassette
Dreenie wishes Tuli, her one friend at her new school, would
stop pretending to be Hispanic and not be so intrusive.
Eager for more of a soul mate, Dreenie overcomes her fear of
a leukemia-stricken classmate called Bluish and carefully
sets out to befriend the girl. For grades 4-7. 1999.

Can You Feel the Thunder? RC 49128
by Lynn E. McElfresh 
read by Gary Tipton
1 cassette
Seventh-grader Mic Parsons has mixed feelings about his
fifteen-year-old deaf and blind sister Stephanie. And if he
doesn't pass mathematics, his parents won't let him try out
for baseball. After Stephanie helps Mic learn fractions, he
comes to appreciate her in a new way. For grades 5-8. 1999.

Emily in Love RC 49411
by Susan Goldman Rubin 
read by Celeste Lawson
1 cassette
In this sequel to Emily Good as Gold (RC 39529), Emily,
slightly retarded, is now fourteen years old and
mainstreamed to a regular high school. She wants to look and
behave like the other kids and have dates but after
socializing with different classmates Emily decides who is a
true friend. For grades 6-9. 1997.

Following My Own Footsteps RC 50424
by Mary Downing Hahn 
read by Rick Rohan
1 cassette
In 1945 Gordy and his mother and siblings leave his abusive
father to stay with Grandma. She corrects Gordy's fighting
and shoddy schoolwork, and he must apologize for insulting
their neighbor William (who has polio). The boys become
friends until Gordy forces William to try to walk. Some
strong language. For grades 5-8. 1996.

Forgive the River, Forgive the Sky RC 49423
by Gloria Whelan 
read by Ann Hodapp
1 cassette
After her father's death, twelve-year-old Lily Star and her
mother move from their beloved home on Sandy River into an
apartment. Lily befriends the new home owner, a wheelchair-
using former test pilot. Together, Lily and her friend heal
from their tragedies. For grades 5-8. 1998.

Joey Pigza Swallowed the Key RC 48254
by Jack Gantos 
read by Gary Tipton
1 cassette
When Joey's medication for attention deficit disorder wears
off during the school day, he forgets that his house key is
not on a string and swallows it. Joey continues to cause
problems for his classmates and himself while his mother and
his teachers try to help him. For grades 5-8. 1998.

Just Kids: Visiting a Class for Children with Special Needs
RC 47721
by Ellen B. Senisi 
read by Carole Jordan Stewart
1 cassette
When second-grader Cindy calls Ashley retarded, Cindy is
assigned to spend thirty minutes each day in the class for
children with special needs. During the two weeks she spends
there, Cindy learns about the many handicaps that make the
children different but still "just kids." For grades 3-6 and
older readers. 1998.

Moses Goes to a Concert RC 47373
by Isaac Millman 
read by Lindsay Ellison
1 cassette
Moses and his classmates, who are deaf, go to a concert with
their teacher. Performing with the orchestra is a
percussionist who is also deaf. For grades K-3. 1998.

Seeing Lessons: The Story of Abigail Carter and America's
First School for Blind People RC 48114
by Spring Hermann 
read by Kristin Allison
1 cassette
1832. Ten-year-old Abigail and her six-year-old sister,
Sophia, are among the first students chosen to attend a new
school in Boston that is solely for children who are blind.
The girls are homesick but thrilled at the chance to learn
to read, do math and handicrafts, and play the pianoforte.
For grades 4-7. 1998.

The Storyteller's Beads RC 48498
by Jane Kurtz 
read by Lisette Lecat
1 cassette
When Ethiopian villagers are forced to flee toward Sudan,
two young girls from different backgrounds learn to rely on
each other. Sahay is from a Christian family, while Rahel is
Jewish and blind. Sahay's offer to lead Rahel through the
desert is the beginning of their friendship. For grades 5-8.
1998.

The Wild Kid RC 47333
by Harry Mazer 
read by Jim Zeiger
1 cassette
Sammy, a twelve-year-old with Down syndrome, leaves his bike
unlocked and somebody takes it. Chasing the thief, Sammy
becomes lost in the woods. A boy hiding from the authorities
finds Sammy, but won't help him get home because he's afraid
Sammy will tell. The two boys learn to coexist in the wild.
For grades 5-8. 1998.

Zipper: The Kid with ADHD RC 46331
by Caroline Janover 
read by Marilyn Gleason
1 cassette
Eleven-year-old "Zipper" drives his little sister crazy
because he can't sit still, even while he is eating. He is
intelligent but seems to have too many thoughts running
through his mind; he even forgets to do his homework and has
to join an afterschool homework club. His parents and his
teacher help Zipper cope with his attention-deficit
disorder, known as ADHD. For grades 4-7. 1997.

Can You Feel the Thunder? BR 12527
by Lynn E. McElfresh 
1 volume
Seventh-grader Mic Parsons has mixed feelings about his
fifteen-year-old deaf and blind sister Stephanie. And if he
doesn't pass mathematics, his parents won't let him try out
for baseball. After Stephanie helps Mic learn fractions, he
comes to appreciate her in a new way. For grades 5-8. 1999.

Dovey Coe BR 13204
by Frances O'Roark Dowell 
1 volume
In North Carolina in 1928, twelve-year-old Dovey Coe is on
trial for the murder of Parnell Caraway, who wanted to marry
Dovey's older sister. Recounting what led to this crisis,
Dovey tells about her family and her special bond with Amos,
her thirteen-year-old deaf brother. For grades 5-8.   2000.

Mandy Sue Day BR 13003
by Roberta Karim 
1 volume
Mandy Sue's farmer father promises each of the children one
day without chores, and today is Mandy Sue day. She spends
it riding and talking to her horse, Ben, and although Mandy
Sue is blind, she knows her best friend's ears flick back to
hear her. PRINT/BRAILLE. For grades K-3. 1994.

The Secret Code BR 12369
by Dana Meachen Rau 
1 volume
The class is learning to read, but Oscar has a special book
with bumps instead of letters. Oscar is blind, and he shares
his knowledge of reading braille with his friends. For
preschool-grade 2. 1998.

Seeing Lessons: The Story of Abigail Carter and America's
First School for Blind People BR 12163
by Spring Hermann 
1 volume
1832. Ten-year-old Abigail and her six-year-old sister,
Sophia, are among the first students chosen to attend a new
school in Boston that is solely for children who are blind.
The girls are homesick but thrilled at the chance to learn
to read, do math and handicrafts, and play the pianoforte.
For grades 4-7. 1998.

Tree by Leaf BR 12195
by Cynthia Voigt 
2 volumes
In 1920 twelve-year-old Clothilde lives with her family on
an isolated peninsula waiting for her father to return from
the war. When he arrives, maimed and broken, he retreats to
the boathouse. A mysterious voice helps Clothilde breach the
gulf between her father and the rest of the family. For
grades 6-9. 1988.

Classics

Cassettes

Alice in Wonderland and Through the Looking Glass, and What
Alice Found There RC 50842
by Lewis Carroll 
read by Yvonne Tessler
2 cassettes (Reissue)
Extraordinary things happen when a little girl falls down a
rabbit hole and encounters the White Rabbit, the Cheshire
Cat, the Mad Hatter, and other unusual characters. Alice's
second adventure takes her to a land with a peculiar back-
to-front order in which everything is reversed. For grades
3-6 and older readers. 1865.

Anne of Green Gables; Anne of Avonlea; Anne's House of
Dreams RC 50475
by Lucy Maud Montgomery 
read by Jill Fox
6 cassettes (Reissue)
An anthology of three complete novels chronicling Anne's
passage from eleven-year-old orphan to village schoolteacher
to the bride of young doctor Gilbert Blythe, who provides
her with the house of her dreams. The first book was
originally published in 1908. For grades 5-8 and older
readers. 1985.

The Boy's King Arthur: Sir Thomas Malory's History of King
Arthur and His Knights of the Round Table RC 50563
edited by Sidney Lanier 
read by Dan Bloom
2 cassettes
Contains tales of chivalry, combat, honor, tournaments, the
Holy Grail, and the death of King Arthur. Featuring Arthur,
Launcelot, Tristram, Gareth, Galahad, Percival, and the
other legendary members of the Round Table. For grades 5-8.
1880.

The Complete Chronicles of Narnia RC 50083
by C.S. Lewis 
read by Erik Sandvold
7 cassettes in 2 containers
Seven stories presented in the chronological order in which
C.S. Lewis intended them to be read. The first is The
Magician's Nephew, telling how the journeys between the two
worlds began and how the wardrobe came to be a doorway
leading into Narnia. For grades 4-7. 1998.

The Complete Fairy Tales of Charles Perrault RC 49235
by Charles Perrault 
read by Susan McInerney
1 cassette
Eleven classic fairy tales: "Sleeping Beauty," "Little Red
Riding Hood," "Bluebeard," "Puss-in-Boots," "The Fairies,"
"Cinderella," "Tufty Ricky," "Hop o' My Thumb," "Patient
Griselda," "Donkeyskin," and "The Foolish Wishes." An
afterword contains notes on Perrault and each story. New
translation from French originals of 1697 and earlier. For
grades 4-7 and older readers. 1993.

Hans Brinker; or, The Silver Skates RC 49179
by Mary Mapes Dodge 
read by Erik Sandvold
2 cassettes (Reissue)
In the winter Hans and his sister Gretel enjoy skating on
frozen canals in Holland, even though they are so poor they
have only clumsy, wooden skates. They would like to win the
silver skates offered as the prize in a race. Originally
published in 1865. For grades 4-7. 1993.

Mary Poppins RC 50917
by P.L. Travers 
read by Anne Flosnik
1 cassette (Reissue)
An extraordinary English woman blows in on the East Wind
with her parrot-headed umbrella and magic carpetbag to
become the Banks family's new nanny. Mary Poppins introduces
her elder charges, Jane and Michael, to some delightful
people and experiences. Prequel to Mary Poppins Comes Back
(RC 50918). For grades 4-7. 1934.

The Wonderful Wizard of Oz RC 51047
by L. Frank Baum 
read by Colleen Delany
1 cassette
When a cyclone blows Dorothy and her dog Toto from their
Kansas home to the magical Land of Oz, Dorothy meets the
Munchkins and witches. With her new companions the
Scarecrow, the Tin Woodman, and the Cowardly Lion, Dorothy
travels to the Emerald City to petition the Wizard. For
grades 4-7. 1899.

Braille

Alice in Wonderland and Through the Looking Glass BR 12746
by Lewis Carroll 
2 volumes
Extraordinary things happen to Alice when she follows a
white rabbit into a hole and encounters the Cheshire Cat,
the Queen of Hearts, and other strange characters. In her
second adventure Alice climbs through a mirror into a
reverse image land. For grades 4-7 and older readers. 1865.

Hans Brinker; or, The Silver Skates BR 12425
by Mary Mapes Dodge 
2 volumes
In the winter, Hans and his sister Gretel enjoy skating on
frozen canals in Holland, even though they are so poor they
have only clumsy, wooden skates. They would like to win the
silver skates offered as the prize in a race. Originally
published in 1865. For grades 4-7. 1993.

Little Men BR 12486
by Louisa May Alcott 
3 volumes (Reissue)
Describes life at Plumfield, the progressive school
established by Jo and her husband. Advanced theories of
education mingle with the escapades of the students.
Originally published in 1871. Sequel to Little Women (BR
11778). For grades 6-9 and older readers. 1986.

Family

Cassettes

Alias RC 46330
by Mary Elizabeth Ryan 
read by Phil Regensdorf
1 cassette
Toby is used to his mother suddenly pulling up stakes and
moving the two of them to another state. He also knows she
uses different aliases in each town. But he doesn't question
her until they end up in Idaho and Toby stumbles upon a clue
to his mother's past. For grades 6-9. 1997.

Alida's Song RC 49237
by Gary Paulsen 
read by Michael Kramer
1 cassette
In this sequel to The Cookcamp (RC 37370), the boy's loving
grandmother, Alida, once again rescues him from his
intolerable home life by arranging for him to spend the
summer working on the farm where she cooks for two bachelor
brothers. For grades 5-8. 1999.

The Amah RC 50195
by Laurence Yep 
read by Annie Wauters
1 cassette
Twelve-year-old Amy Chin feels like an unwanted stepdaughter
when her mother begins working as an amah (Chinese nanny)
for Stephanie, a wealthy motherless girl. Amy even has to
miss ballet classes to babysit her four younger siblings.
But Amy's feelings change when her mom brings Stephanie home
for a week. For grades 5-8. 1999.

Arthur's Family Treasury: Three Arthur Adventures in One
Volume RC 50951
by Marc Brown 
read by Erik Sandvold
1 cassette
The adventures of Arthur the aardvark and his family include
Arthur's Birthday, when Arthur solves the problem of having
the same birthday as Muffy; Arthur's Family Vacation, when
it rains almost all the time; and Arthur's Baby, when a new
sister joins the family. For preschool-grade 2. 2000.

As Long as There Are Mountains RC 46325
by Natalie Kinsey-Warnock 
read by Marilyn Gleason
1 cassette
Although the family farm in Vermont involves hard physical
work and daily chores, thirteen-year-old Iris loves her
life. Then in 1956 a series of disasters forces the family
to consider selling the farm and Iris faces difficult
decisions. For grades 5-8. 1997.

Basket Moon RC 49834
by Mary Lyn Ray 
read by Terence Aselford
1 cassette
A boy is eager to take up the family craft of basketry and
walk down the mountain with his father to sell their wares.
When he finally goes to town, the boy is humiliated by
taunts that he and his father are bushwhackers with
hillbilly baskets. For grades 2-4.   1999.

Being Danny's Dog RC 48263
by Phyllis Reynolds Naylor 
read by Brian Conn
1 cassette
T.R., his older brother Danny, and their mother move to a
townhouse in the Chicago suburbs. Since his mom's divorce,
Danny tries to be the "man of the house," and T.R. follows
Danny around so much that he feels like Danny's dog. But
during the summer, both boys make new friends. For grades 3-
6. 1995.

The Belonging Place RC 47528
by Jean Little 
read by Kristin Allison
1 cassette
In the mid-nineteenth century, the Gordon family moves from
Scotland to Canada bringing their adopted daughter, Elspet,
with them. When Elspet breaks her leg, Granny Ross suggests
that Elspet write down her life story to keep occupied. She
reflects on her experiences living with different people in
various places and how she gradually realized what it means
to belong. For grades 4-7. 1997.

Blue Sky, Butterfly RC 45664
by Jean Van Leeuwen 
read by Marilyn Gleason
1 cassette
Eleven-year-old Twig is devastated by her parents'
separation. Her mother mopes around the house all day; the
laundry is piling up and the refrigerator is empty. Her
older brother is almost never home and stays in his room
when he is, and her father has his own apartment, which Twig
refuses to visit. Life is difficult--until Grandma Ruthie
arrives. For grades 4-7. 1996.

Bradley and the Billboard RC 47920
by Mame Farrell 
read by Erik Sandvold
1 cassette
Bradley worries that the effects of being the only male in
his family are giving him an odd reputation. Plus he's just
learned that he is considered the best-looking boy in the
sixth grade. When he becomes the youngest player to hit the
billboard in the baseball field, he feels better--but then
he's offered a modeling job. For grades 5-8. 1998.

Bud, Not Buddy RC 49311
by Christopher Paul Curtis 
read by Chuck Young
1 cassette
During the Great Depression, ten-year-old Bud, a motherless
boy, runs away from his latest (bad) foster home in Flint,
Michigan. He sets out for Grand Rapids in search of the man
he believes to be his father--renowned bandleader Herman E.
Calloway. Coretta Scott King and Newbery awards. For grades
4-7. 1999.

Can You Feel the Thunder? RC 49128
by Lynn E. McElfresh 
read by Gary Tipton
1 cassette
Seventh-grader Mic Parsons has mixed feelings about his
fifteen-year-old deaf and blind sister Stephanie. And if he
doesn't pass mathematics, his parents won't let him try out
for baseball. After Stephanie helps Mic learn fractions, he
comes to appreciate her in a new way. For grades 5-8. 1999.

Changes for Josefina: A Winter Story RC 47680
by Valerie Tripp 
read by Pam Ward
1 cassette
Following the family's fiesta on the Feast of the Three
Kings, Ta Dolores announces she must return home. But
knowing Ta and her pap love each other, Josefina begins
making plans. Sequel to Josefina Saves the Day (RC 47679).
For grades 2-4. 1998.

Chestnut Ridge Acres RC 46800
by Carrie Bender 
read by Kerry Cundiff
1 cassette
In this sequel to Summerville Days (RC 46799), Amish Joe
Petersheim and his new bride, Arie, begin married life on a
farm near Summerville called Chestnut Ridge Acres. Joe's
little sister Nancy and brother Steven help them through
their first summer. For grades 4-7. 1997.

Cinderella 2000 RC 50467
by Mavis Jukes 
read by Madelyn Buzzard
1 cassette
When fourteen-year-old Ashley gets up the courage to ask her
stepmother for a new dress to wear to the country club
millennium party, she is horrified to learn she is expected
to baby-sit her bratty twin stepsisters that night. But her
stepmother's visiting grandmother saves the day. For grades
6-9. 1999.

Dancing with Great-Aunt Cornelia RC 48418
by Anne Quirk 
read by Mimi Bederman
1 cassette
Every year around her birthday, Cornelia has tea with her
eccentric great-aunt Cornelia Witherspoon and her wolfhound
at a hotel in Manhattan. On Cornelia's thirteenth birthday,
her aunt invites Cornelia to spend the summer with her.
Cornelia meets some colorful people, and a long-hidden
family secret is revealed. For grades 4-7. 1997.

Deep Doo-Doo RC 50456
by Michael Delaney 
read by Chris Parente
1 cassette
Twelve-year-old electronics buff Bennet and his best friend,
Pete, build a TV transmitter that overrides a local
station's broadcasts. The boys interrupt the governor's
campaign speeches to spoof him, using Pete's dog as their
mouthpiece. Then Bennet's reporter father figures out what's
happening. For grades 4-7. 1996.

Dolphin Luck RC 49624
by Hilary McKay 
read by Jack Fox
1 cassette
The Robinson children of The Amber Cat (RC 46065) are farmed
out while their ailing mother takes a vacation. The two
youngest stay next door, Beany trying to find a lucky sword
and Sun Dance building burglar traps. The oldest are sent to
their godmother but never arrive. For grades 4-7. 1998.

Escape from Shangri-La RC 49359
by Michael Morpurgo 
read by Lindsay Ellison
1 cassette
The elderly man with a ponytail who appears at eleven-year-
old Cessie's house in England turns out to be her long-lost
grandfather, Popsicle. When Popsicle has a stroke, Cessie's
parents put him in the Shangri-La nursing home. But Cessie
helps him escape--to France. For grades 4-7. 1998.

The Exiles in Love RC 47843
by Hilary McKay 
read by Patricia Kilgarriff
1 cassette
In this sequel to The Exiles at Home (RC 40530), the Conroy
sisters--especially Ruth--are dealing with numerous
schoolgirl crushes. Big Grandma calls it the family failing
and tries to help by inviting a French boy to visit. For
grades 4-7. 1996.

The Family under the Bridge RC 48442
by Natalie Savage Carlson 
read by Laura Giannarelli
1 cassette (Reissue)
Armand, an adventurous old hobo, lives under a bridge in
Paris. One December day he arrives there to discover three
redheaded children and a dog. Armand cares for the young
Calcets while their mother works. During one of their
escapades around the city, they tell Santa Claus they want a
real home. For grades 3-6. 1958.

Freaky Friday RC 47767
by Mary Rodgers 
read by Kristin Allison
1 cassette (Reissue)
After thirteen-year-old Annabel Andrews and her mother have
a heated argument over freedom and responsibility, Annabel
wakes up on a Friday morning and realizes she has turned
into her mother. For grades 5-8. 1972.

Gabby Growing Up RC 46528
by Amy Hest 
read by Marilyn Gleason
1 cassette
Today is Grandpa's birthday, and Gabby has made him a pair
of bright orange mittens, with just a little help from Mama.
She can hardly wait to give them to him. But on the way to
the city, Gabby has her hair cut in the short, perky style
of a teenager she and Mama saw on the train. Then they worry
that Gabby may look too grown up. For grades K-3. 1998.

Getting Near to Baby RC 50374
by Audrey Couloumbis 
read by Kristin Allison
1 cassette
Still reeling from the sudden death of their baby sister,
Willa Jo and JoAnn (called "Little Sister") are whisked away
to an aunt's house while their mother, Noreen, recovers from
depression. Unhappy with Aunt Patty's bossy ways, Willa Jo
and the now mute Little Sister retreat to the roof. For
grades 5-8. 1999.

Granville Jones: Commando RC 47171
by Natalie Honeycutt 
read by Erik Sandvold
1 cassette
Granville Jones isn't happy. His parents have removed all
the furniture from his room, are painting the walls blue,
and are putting up new curtains with balloons on them--none
of which goes with the camouflage suit he wears to make
everyone think he is powerful instead of very short. But
when Granville learns what is really going on, he has to
make some changes. For grades 2-4. 1998.

Habibi RC 47389
by Naomi Shihab Nye 
read by Kerry Cundiff
1 cassette
Liyana Abboud lived happily in the United States, her
mother's country, until age fourteen. Then her father moves
the family to Jerusalem, his home. There she finds a
colorful world, where her welcoming Palestinian relatives
speak Arabic; even their clothes and food are intriguing.
When she meets a Jewish boy, she learns about social
tensions in Israel. For grades 5-8. 1997.

Hannah and the Whistling Teakettle RC 50341
by Mindy Warshaw Skolsky 
read by Laura Giannarelli
1 cassette
When Hannah goes to visit her grandparents in the Bronx, she
chooses a new whistling teakettle for a gift because her
grandmother doesn't like fun gifts--only necessities. But
her grandmother is not persuaded to keep it until two
robbers enter her shop. For grades K-3.   2000.

Happy Birthday, Josefina! A Springtime Story RC 47678
by Valerie Tripp 
read by Pam Ward
1 cassette
Josefina will soon be ten, and her family has several things
to celebrate. Josefina begins raising a baby goat and
helping her godmother Ta Magdalena--a healer. It looks like
Josefina may be a healer, too. Sequel to Josefina's Surprise
(RC 45563). For grades 2-4. 1998.

Heaven RC 48669
by Angela Johnson 
read by Tracy Mickens-Hundley
1 cassette
Fourteen-year-old Marley is content with her life in Heaven,
Ohio, until a letter arrives from a church in Alabama.
Marley is shocked to find out that her parents are really
her aunt and uncle--and she feels that they have been
deceiving her. For grades 5-8. Coretta Scott King Award.
1998.

Her Blue Straw Hat RC 48024
by C.S. Adler 
read by Anne Mullen
1 cassette
Rachel is looking forward to spending the summer on Cape Cod
at her stepfather's cottage. She gets along fine with Ben--
even better than she does with her mother, "M.J." But M.J.
and Ben have some surprises in store for Rachel, and her
summer may not be so great after all. For grades 5-8. 1997.

Here Comes Heavenly RC 50218
by Todd Strasser 
read by Barbara Pinolini
1 cassette
The Rands' nanny stormed off last night, leaving fourteen-
year-old Kit, her brother, two stepsiblings, and a toddler
half brother, while both parents were away on business as
usual. Now a nanny--with purple hair, tattoos, and
piercings--magically appears in their house, makes them
breakfast, and begins bossing them around. For grades 6-9.
1999.

I, Amber Brown RC 50501
by Paula Danziger 
read by Madelyn Buzzard
1 cassette
In this sequel to Amber Brown Sees Red (RC 45328), Amber
prepares for Christmas and Hanukkah celebrations with her
mother and her mother's fianc, Max. Meanwhile, Amber
doesn't help the growing irritation between her mother and
her father when she sneakily gets her ears pierced. For
grades 2-4. 1999.

I Love You, Stinky Face RC 48509
by Lisa McCourt 
read by Cyn Delafield
1 cassette
When Mama tucks her little boy into bed, he has a few
questions. He wants to know what she would do if he were a
big scary ape, a smelly skunk, a meat-eating dinosaur, or
maybe a green alien. Mama, of course, assures him she will
love him no matter what. For grades K-3. 1997.

In Care of Cassie Tucker RC 50071
by Ivy Ruckman 
read by Martha Harmon Pardee
1 cassette
The excitement of the approaching twentieth century is
compounded by the news that orphaned cousin Evan is moving
in with the Tuckers on their Nebraska farm. But Cassie,
eleven, has mixed feelings when the boy gets her bedroom and
refuses to join Preacher Tucker's family in prayer. For
grades 4-7. 1998.

In My Momma's Kitchen RC 50365
by Jerdine Nolen 
read by Robin Miles
1 cassette
"Seems like everything good that happens in my house happens
in my momma's kitchen," says a young African American girl.
The kitchen is where her family visits with great-aunt
Caroline, makes big pots of stew and crab-apple jelly,
watches Janie, the cat, cause trouble, and tells stories on
sleepless nights. For grades K-3. 1999.

The Janitor's Boy RC 50811
by Andrew Clements 
read by Erik Sandvold
1 cassette
In fifth grade Jack is embarrassed to attend the school
where his father is a janitor. When a greeting prompts
teasing from his classmates, Jack plans revenge. The prank
backfires, but it gives him a chance to learn more about his
dad. For grades 3-6.   2000.

Josefina Saves the Day: A Summer Story RC 47679
by Valerie Tripp 
read by Pam Ward
1 cassette
Josefina and her family, in Santa Fe, await the arrival of
wagon trains to trade blankets and mules for goods they
need. Patrick O'Toole, a wagon scout, promises to handle the
family's transactions, but he suddenly disappears. Sequel to
Happy Birthday, Josefina (RC 47678). For grades 2-4. 1998.

Just Juice RC 48121
by Karen Hesse 
read by Kristin Allison
1 cassette
Nine-year-old Juice has a lot to worry about. Her Pa is out
of work, and Ma is expecting her sixth child. Juice likes to
spend time with Pa instead of going to school, because she
has trouble learning. Soon she discovers an even bigger
problem--Pa can't read. For grades 3-5. 1998.

Ola Shakes It Up RC 47850
by Joanne Hyppolite 
read by Saidah Arrika Ekulona
1 cassette
Ola is not happy when she learns her family is moving from
Boston to suburban Walcott. Ola, her sister, and her brother
will be the only black students in their school. And their
new house is in a cooperative neighborhood, which means they
have to follow a lot of "stupid" rules. For grades 4-6.
1998.

One-of-a-Kind Mallie RC 49861
by Kimberly Brubaker Bradley 
read by Margaret Strom
1 cassette
Growing up in Indiana during World War I, ten-year-old
Mallie is frustrated with her life as an identical twin to
her sister Hallie. Mallie barters with gypsies for some dye
to change her matching new dress--but with disastrous
results. Companion to Ruthie's Gift (RC 46625). For grades
3-6. 1999.

The Other Shepards RC 48567
by Adele Griffin 
read by Kristin Allison
1 cassette
Sisters Holland and Geneva have a special bond--they live in
the shadow of their two brothers and sister who died before
the youngest Shepards were born. What the girls want most is
to be part of a normal family. When they meet Annie, they
hope she will help. For grades 5-8. 1998.

The Pinballs RC 48741
by Betsy Byars 
read by Kristin Allison
1 cassette (Reissue)
Mr. and Mrs. Mason have three new foster children--thirteen-
year-old Harvey, eight-year-old Thomas J., and teenaged
Carlie--all with troubled backgrounds. The newcomers help
each other to adjust and to learn about love and
determination. For grades 4-7 and older readers. 1977.

Ribbons RC 46917
by Laurence Yep 
read by Mimi Bederman
1 cassette
Robin's family is put on a strict budget in order to bring
her grandmother over from Hong Kong. Robin is upset that she
has to sacrifice a promising ballet career. Practicing
unsupervised harms her feet, something she discovers she has
in common with her grandmother's bound ones. For grades 5-8.
1992.

Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry RC 50326
by Mildred D. Taylor 
read by Samarra Mbenga
2 cassettes (Reissue)
Nine-year-old Cassie Logan recalls a turbulent time in
Mississippi during the Great Depression--a year of night
riders, burnings, and threats. She describes her African
American family's struggle to survive with their dignity and
independence intact. Some strong language. For grades 6-9.
Newbery Award.  1976.

Salsa Stories RC 50432
by Lulu Delacre 
read by Ilona Dulaski
1 cassette
When Carmen Teresa receives a journal as a present during
her family's New Year's party, she records stories told by
the guests about growing up in their Latin American
homelands. Carmen also includes recipes for their favorite
dishes. For grades 4-7.  2000.

Second Cousins RC 48613
by Virginia Hamilton 
read by Gail Nelson
1 cassette
In this sequel to Cousins (RC 32595), Cammy and her third
cousin Elodie are now twelve and still recovering from the
drowning death of their cousin Patty Ann. As the girls
eagerly await a family reunion, they meet a New York girl
who seems tied to Cammy's divorced dad. For grades 5-8.
1998.

Snowdrops for Cousin Ruth RC 48423
by Susan Katz 
read by Gillian Green
1 cassette
Nine-year-old Johanna Rush's brother, Johnny, is killed in a
car accident just two days after Christmas. Eight months
later his twin sister, Susie, is still not talking. Johanna
has been told not to talk about Johnny because that upsets
everyone. But when Cousin Ruth comes to live close by,
things change. For grades 4-7. 1998.

Sons of Liberty RC 47412
by Adele Griffin 
read by John Polk
1 cassette
Rock and his brother Cliff face a father who is a bully and
a mother who won't leave the house. Meanwhile, their
neighbor Liza is physically abused. After Rock and Cliff
help Liza run away, Cliff convinces their mother that they
have to leave and seek help. Rock has to decide whether to
go or stay. Some violence. For grades 5-8. 1997.

Sooner RC 47841
by Patricia Calvert 
read by John Stratton
1 cassette
In this sequel to Bigger (RC 39559), thirteen-year-old Tyler
Bohannon has learned that his father will not be returning
from the Civil War and takes on his new role as head of the
household, with help from the Snepp family. The siblings now
have "Sooner," the offspring of Bigger--the abused dog Tyler
adopted--to keep them company. For grades 4-7 and older
readers. 1998.

Stone Fox RC 48664
by John Reynolds Gardiner 
read by Michael Kramer
1 cassette
Ten-year-old Willy enjoys life with his grandfather on a
small potato farm in Wyoming, until the elderly man seems to
give up on life. Willy is determined to keep the farm going
and harvests an entire crop with just his dog, Searchlight.
Now he must earn $500 to pay the taxes. For grades 3-6.
1980.

The Storyteller's Daughter RC 47057
by Jean Thesman 
read by Cyn Delafield
1 cassette
It is the depression, and Quinn's widely admired father,
Beau John, has lost his Seattle job and now works on the
docks. Quinn and her extended family eagerly await Beau
John's weekly visits home. But after overhearing a startling
conversation, Quinn sees her father in a different light and
begins to fear for his safety. For grades 5-8. 1997.

The Stray RC 47052
by Dick King-Smith 
read by Arnie Warren
1 cassette
After running away from an old folks' home on her seventy-
fifth birthday, Henrietta Hickathrift goes to the beach.
There she sees a stray dog and writes in the sand, "I am a
stray old woman." Her words lead to happy results for both
of them. For grades 2-4. 1996.

Surprise Party RC 47058
by Marilyn Sachs 
read by June Carter
1 cassette
Because Gen's little brother, Ernest, is always pulling
stunts that drive her and everyone else crazy, Gen doesn't
let him know she is planning a surprise anniversary party
for their parents. But Ernest finds out and plans a big
surprise of his own: he invites their grandmother, who
hasn't spoken to their parents in twenty-five years. For
grades 5-8. 1998.

Three Cheers for Catherine the Great RC 50354
by Cari Best 
read by Suzanne Toren
1 cassette
Sara's Russian grandmother will soon celebrate her birthday,
but she has asked for no presents. Sara's mother explains
that sometimes the best gifts come from the heart. It takes
Sara a whole week to decide what to give her grandmother.
For grades K-3.   1999.

A Time Apart RC 50130
by Diane Stanley 
read by Ann Hodapp
2 cassettes
At thirteen, Ginny is abruptly sent to her divorced father's
home in England while her mother undergoes cancer treatment
in Houston. Ginny is shocked to realize that her
anthropologist father and others are living as an Iron Age
community, cut off from the world. For grades 6-9 and older
readers.   1999.

The Trolls RC 48714
by Polly Horvath 
read by Susan McInerney
1 cassette
Aunt Sally arrives with her suitcases and stories to take
care of Melissa, age ten, Amanda, age eight, and Pee Wee,
age six, while their parents go on vacation. She tells
family stories about growing up in Canada that their father
never told them, especially the tale of the trolls. For
grades 3-6. 1999.

The Trophy RC 47053
by Dean Hughes 
read by Phil Regensdorf
1 cassette
Ten-year-old Danny Williams's mechanic father brags about
his own basketball skills, but never helps Danny, who's
playing his first season. Instead his dad drinks and
complains about growing up as a Mormon bishop's son. Danny
finally admits to his friend Alan's father, a Mormon bishop,
that he doesn't think his father loves him. For grades 4-6.
1994.

Turtle on a Fence Post RC 48022
by June Rae Wood 
read by Martha Harmon Pardee
2 cassettes
Living in a comfortable house with her aunt and uncle does
not feel like "home" to Delrita. Now fourteen, she stays in
her shell, missing her deceased parents. Then a World War II
veteran and the Teen Buddy program gradually help Delrita to
meet people halfway. Sequel to The Man Who Loved Clowns (RC
38004). For grades 5-8. 1997.

Unbroken RC 50101
by Jessie Haas 
read by Jill Fox
1 cassette
Vermont, 1910. After her mother's sudden and heartbreaking
death, thirteen-year-old Harry goes to live with her stern
Aunt Sarah, who never approved of Harry's mother. The girl
struggles to break her colt and ride off to school from her
gloomy new home. Some strong language. For grades 5-8. 1999.

William and the Good Old Days RC 48014
by Eloise Greenfield 
read by Chuck Young
1 cassette
William's grandmother is sick. She can't see anymore, and
William wishes she would feel better. He remembers the good
times in his grandma's restaurant last year and imagines a
happy day in the future when his grandmother will be able to
visit in the garden. For grades K-3. 1993.

Yang the Eldest and His Odd Jobs RC 50581
by Lensey Namioka 
read by Miranda Daniloff
1 cassette
In this sequel to Yang the Second and Her Secret Admirers
(RC 49543), Third Sister and her siblings try to help Eldest
Brother, the most talented musician in the Yang family, find
work to pay for a new violin. For grades 3-6. 2000.

Yang the Second and Her Secret Admirers RC 49543
by Lensey Namioka 
read by Erik Sandvold
1 cassette
In this sequel to Yang the Third and Her Impossible Family
(RC 47759), Yinglan Yang is the only one in her Chinese
immigrant family who is not enjoying life in America.
Inspired by a Shakespearean play, her younger siblings try
to play matchmaker for her and a Chinese American boy. For
grades 3-6. 1998.

Yang the Third and Her Impossible Family RC 47759
by Lensey Namioka 
read by Gabriella Cavallero
1 cassette
This sequel to Yang the Youngest and His Terrible Ear (RC
36736), features the third daughter, Mary. Mortified by her
mother's social mistakes in front of a new friend, Mary
seeks acceptance by taking a kitten from the girl. But Mary
has to hide the pet from her family. For grades 3-6. 1995.

Zooman Sam RC 49065
by Lois Lowry 
read by Rick Rohan
1 cassette
In preparing for Future Job Day at Sam Krupnik's nursery
school, his parents and sister Anastasia help him put
together a zookeeper's costume. In the process Sam learns to
sound out some words. Companion to See You Around, Sam! (RC
43709). For grades 3-6. 1999.

Braille

Bud, Not Buddy BR 12592
by Christopher Paul Curtis 
2 volumes
During the Great Depression, ten-year-old Bud, a motherless
boy, runs away from his latest (bad) foster home in Flint,
Michigan. He sets out for Grand Rapids in search of the man
he believes to be his father--renowned bandleader Herman E.
Calloway. For grades 4-7. Coretta Scott King and Newbery
awards. 1999.

Can You Feel the Thunder? BR 12527
by Lynn E. McElfresh 
1 volume
Seventh-grader Mic Parsons has mixed feelings about his
fifteen-year-old deaf and blind sister Stephanie. And if he
doesn't pass mathematics, his parents won't let him try out
for baseball. After Stephanie helps Mic learn fractions, he
comes to appreciate her in a new way. For grades 5-8. 1999.

Changes for Josefina: A Winter Story BR 12054
by Valerie Tripp 
1 volume
Following the family's fiesta on the Feast of the Three
Kings, Ta Dolores announces she must return home. But
knowing Ta and her pap love each other, Josefina begins
making plans. Sequel to Josefina Saves the Day (BR 12053).
For grades 2-4. 1998.

Dancing with Great-Aunt Cornelia BR 12189
by Anne Quirk 
1 volume
Every year around her birthday, Cornelia has tea with her
eccentric great-aunt Cornelia Witherspoon and her wolfhound
at a hotel in Manhattan. On Cornelia's thirteenth birthday,
her aunt invites Cornelia to spend the summer with her.
Cornelia meets some colorful people, and a long-hidden
family secret is revealed. For grades 4-7. 1997.

Dovey Coe BR 13204
by Frances O'Roark Dowell 
1 volume
In North Carolina in 1928, twelve-year-old Dovey Coe is on
trial for the murder of Parnell Caraway, who wanted to marry
Dovey's older sister. Recounting what led to this crisis,
Dovey tells about her family and her special bond with Amos,
her thirteen-year-old deaf brother. For grades 5-8.   2000.

The Family under the Bridge BR 12223
by Natalie Savage Carlson 
1 volume (Reissue)
Armand, an adventurous old hobo, lives under a bridge in
Paris. One December day he arrives there to discover three
redheaded children and a dog. Armand cares for the young
Calcets while their mother works. During one of their
escapades around the city, they tell Santa Claus they want a
real home. For grades 3-6. 1958.

Hush! A Thai Lullaby BR 12025
by Minfong Ho 
1 volume
A mother in the countryside of Thailand lays her baby in a
hammock. She hushes all of the animals so her baby can rest.
At the end, everyone is asleep except the baby.
PRINT/BRAILLE. For preschool-grade 2. 1996.

Josefina Saves the Day: A Summer Story BR 12053
by Valerie Tripp 
1 volume
Josefina and her family, in Santa Fe, await the arrival of
wagon trains to trade blankets and mules for goods they
need. Patrick O'Toole, a wagon scout, promises to handle the
family's transactions, but he suddenly disappears. Sequel to
Happy Birthday, Josefina (BR 12052). For grades 2-4. 1998.

Marvin's Best Christmas Present Ever BR 12128
by Katherine Paterson 
1 volume
Christmas is coming, and Marvin wants to make a nicer
present than the one he made for his parents last year.
Finally he decides to make a big wreath to hang on the end
of their house trailer. But when Christmas is past, he
doesn't want the wreath taken down. For grades K-3. 1997.

My Rows and Piles of Coins BR 13013
by Tololwa M. Mollel 
1 volume
A Tanzanian boy saves his money for a long time to buy a
bicycle to carry goods to market for his mother. But his
savings are nowhere near enough for a new bicycle. Then his
parents find a way to reward him for his good intentions.
PRINT/BRAILLE. For grades K-3. Coretta Scott King Honor. 
1999.

On Different Shores BR 12585
by Jen McVeity 
1 volume
Tess lives with her politician father, stepmother, and half-
sister during the week and with her fashion-model mother on
weekends. As her sister struggles to impress their
increasingly distant father, Tess abandons competitive
swimming and good grades to concentrate on her guerrilla
environmental group's activities. For grades 5-8. 1998.

Pete's a Pizza BR 12028
by William Steig 
1 volume
One day when Pete is in a bad mood, his father tries to
cheer him up by pretending to make Pete into a pizza.
PRINT/BRAILLE. For preschool-grade 2. 1998.

Sammy and the Dinosaurs BR 13004
by Ian Whybrow 
1 volume
When Sammy finds some toy dinosaurs in Gran's attic, they
become his favorite companions. Then one day he leaves them
on a train and is upset until Gran comes to the rescue.
PRINT/BRAILLE. For preschool-grade 2. 1999.

The Yearling BR 12512
by Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings 
3 volumes (Reissue)
Classic story about the Baxter family, who make a precarious
living on a backwoods farm in northern Florida. The young
son, Jody, tames an orphaned fawn. When the deer begins to
eat the family corn, Jody is ordered to shoot him. For
grades 5-8 and older readers. 1938.

Zooman Sam BR 12537
by Lois Lowry 
1 volume
In preparing for Future Job Day at Sam Krupnik's nursery
school, his  parents and sister Anastasia help him put
together a zookeeper's costume.  In the process Sam learns
to sound out some words. Companion to See You Around, Sam!
(BR 10909). For grades 3-6. 1999.

Fantasy

Cassettes

Believing Is Seeing: Seven Stories RC 50488
by Diana Wynne Jones 
read by Mitzi Friedlander
2 cassettes
Seven fantasy tales written between 1982 and 1999. The last
story, "Nad and Dan adn Quaffy" was inspired by the author's
own typos and her habit of drinking coffee--which can be
"xiddaw" or "voggrr" (obviously alien beverages), depending
on which wrong keys are struck. For grades 6-9. 1999.

Book of Enchantments RC 46004
by Patricia C. Wrede 
read by Celeste Lawson
2 cassettes
A fantasy collection of ten stories. There are wizards,
kings, unicorns, and roses, while some tales have a modern
twist. In "Roses by Moonlight," the roses offer glimpses of
the future, but Adrian hesitates to choose one. In "Utensile
Strength," instead of a sword, there is an enchanted frying
pan, which finds its proper owner. For grades 4-7. 1996.

Briar's Book: Circle of Magic, Book 4 RC 49336
by Tamora Pierce 
read by Ann Hodapp
2 cassettes
Briar, the plant-mage, along with his fellow mages-in-
training and their teachers, has come to Summersea to
distribute medicines. There Briar learns that a longtime
friend has contracted a plague. Everyone joins a race
against time to find a cure. Sequel to Daja's Book (RC
49335). For grades 5-8. 1999.

Cart and Cwidder: The Dalemark Quartet, Book 1 RC 48849
by Diana Wynne Jones 
read by Patricia Kilgarriff
2 cassettes
Traveling performers Clennen and his family frequently
deliver news, messages, and passengers between the warring
states of North and South Dalemark. When Clennen is
murdered, his children wonder if a passenger is connected in
any way. A "Guide to Dalemark" is recorded with Book 4.
Prequel to Drowned Ammet (RC 48850). For grades 6-9. 1975.

Charlie and the Great Glass Elevator RC 48540
by Roald Dahl 
read by John Polk
1 cassette (Reissue)
Mr. Willy Wonka's magic glass elevator accidentally orbits
Charlie Bucket and his family into space, where they fight
ferocious battles with the dreadful Vermicious Knids. They
barely rescue Grandma Georgina from Minusland, where people
disappear. Sequel to Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (RC
33498). For grades 4-7. 1972.

The Complete Chronicles of Narnia RC 50083
by C.S. Lewis 
read by Erik Sandvold
7 cassettes in 2 containers
Seven stories presented in the chronological order in which
C.S. Lewis intended them to be read. The first is The
Magician's Nephew, telling how the journeys between the two
worlds began and how the wardrobe came to be a doorway
leading into Narnia. For grades 4-7. 1998.

Cougar RC 49232
by Helen V. Griffith 
read by Constance Crawford
1 cassette
Although glimpses of Cougar, a ghost horse, trouble him,
Nickel enjoys his new family life on a farm. But as the new
kid at school, he finds that his soccer talents annoy the
star player and the bully Robbo. Then Nickel finds an
unusual ally for dealing with Robbo. For grades 4-7. 1999.

Crazy Jack RC 50017
by Donna Jo Napoli 
read by Phil Regensdorf
1 cassette
The traditional tale is transformed into a coming-of-age
story about risk taking. Here, an older Jack climbs a
beanstalk, steals from a giant, and finds that his treasures
have a different value back home. Throughout his struggles,
Jack's loyalty to his mother and his true love, Flora,
remains steadfast. For grades 6-9.   1999.

The Crown of Dalemark: The Dalemark Quartet, Book 4 RC 48852
by Diana Wynne Jones 
read by Patricia Kilgarriff
3 cassettes
Mitt, who felt he had found refuge in North Dalemark, is
ordered to kill Noreth Onesdaughter, a girl who aspires to
rule Dalemark and reunite North and South. Instead, Mitt
joins forces with her. This book contains a "Guide to
Dalemark." Sequel to The Spellcoats (RC 48851). For grades
6-9. 1993.

Daja's Book: Circle of Magic, Book 3 RC 49335
by Tamora Pierce 
read by Ann Hodapp
1 cassette
Mages-in-training Sandry, Tris, Briar, and Daja come to the
aid of the drought-stricken residents of Gold Ridge Valley.
When Daja creates a living vine out of metal, other Traders
want the vine, forcing Daja to deal with those who thought
her unclean. Sequel to Tris's Book (RC 49334). For grades 5-
8. 1998.

Dangerous Games RC 48901
by Joan Aiken 
read by Patricia Kilgarriff
2 cassettes
Dido Twite has been ordered to find Lord Herodsfoot, King
James III's roving ambassador who looks for new games for
the king. She is headed to Aratu, but she must be careful,
because the area is inhabited by dangerous creatures. Sequel
to Wolves of Willoughby Chase (RC 30653). For grades 5-8.
1999.

The Dark Is Rising RC 50256
by Susan Cooper 
read by Brian Conn
2 cassettes (Reissue)
Will Stanton, eleven, learns that he is the last of the Old
Ones--immortals dedicated to controlling the forces of evil.
Will's quest is to find the Signs of Light to defeat the
Dark. Sequel to Over Sea, under Stone (RC 45567). For grades
4-7 and older readers. Newbery Honor. 1973.

Dogstar RC 49150
by Beverley Wood and Chris Wood 
read by Jack Fox
2 cassettes
Jeff Beacon, thirteen, is unable to get over the death of
his bullterrier, Buddy. So his parents  take him on an
Alaskan cruise. When they go ashore in Juneau, Jeff
discovers a statue of another bullterrier, Patsy Ann,
Juneau's official boat greeter. Before long, Jeff finds
himself transported back to 1933. For grades 5-8. 1997.

Drowned Ammet: The Dalemark Quartet, Book 2 RC 48850
by Diana Wynne Jones 
read by Patricia Kilgarriff
2 cassettes
When six-year-old Mitt's parents are evicted from their
South Dalemark farm, the family moves to Holand, where
Mitt's father is killed as a freedom fighter. Mitt vows to
avenge his death. A "Guide to Dalemark" is recorded with
Book 4. Sequel to Cart and Cwidder (RC 48849). For grades 6-
9. 1977.

Emperor Mage: The Immortals, Volume 3 RC 48503
by Tamora Pierce 
read by Margaret Strom
2 cassettes
In this sequel to Wolf-Speaker (RC 48502), Daine again uses
her gift for working with animals. She has traveled to
Carthak in hopes of establishing a peace agreement with its
emperor, whose captive birds are deathly ill. There she
discovers a collection of bones that will prove to be
useful. For grades 5-8. 1995.

Fire Arrow: The Second Song of Eirren RC 47823
by Edith Pattou 
read by Mary Kane
2 cassettes
Brie, the young archer who accompanied Collun to rescue his
sister in Hero's Song (RC 47822), takes her own journey to
avenge her father's murder. Her nurse's last words lead Brie
to a magic arrow and other omens and thence to Dungal, where
danger awaits. For grades 5-8. 1998.

Firegold RC 49981
by Dia Calhoun 
read by Mark Ashby
2 cassettes
Jonathon leaves the Valley in search of his heritage, his
transition to manhood, and love. But he does not find the
acceptance he craves among the Dalriada encampments, and
only when he takes a legendary Firegold apple back to his
father in the Valley does he discover his true identity. For
grades 6-9.   1999.

The Fires of Merlin: The Lost Years of Merlin, Book 3 RC
47308
by T.A. Barron 
read by Brian Conn
2 cassettes
Now fourteen, Merlin has built a small harp--the next step
in developing his wizard powers. But as the first chord is
plucked, the instrument bursts into flame, and Urnalda,
ruler of the dwarves, summons Merlin to save her people from
the dragon Valdearg. Sequel to The Seven Songs of Merlin (RC
47307). For grades 5-8. 1998.

The Firework-Maker's Daughter RC 49788
by Philip Pullman 
read by Nona Pipes
1 cassette
In order to become a master maker of fireworks like her
father, Lila runs away to seek royal sulphur from a sacred
volcano. But her father did not reveal all his secrets, and
only the timely arrival of her friend Chulak and his white
elephant, Hamlet, saves her. For grades 3-6. 1995.

George Washington's Socks RC 48304
by Elvira Woodruff 
read by Erik Sandvold
1 cassette
Matthew and his friends form an adventure club so they can
talk about real adventures from throughout history. But at
their first meeting, in which they plan to discuss George
Washington's crossing of the Delaware, the members suddenly
find themselves back in the time of the American Revolution.
For grades 4-7. 1991.

A Glory of Unicorns RC 47880
compiled by Bruce Coville 
read by Lindsay Ellison
1 cassette
Short stories and a poem celebrating unicorns. In The Ugly
Unicorn, a blind girl in ancient China believes a homely
creature is a gorgeous unicorn. In The Healing Truth, no one
believes chronic liar Crystal when she reports that a
unicorn lives in the supply closet. For grades 4-7. 1998.

Greenwitch RC 50257
by Susan Cooper 
read by Brian Conn
1 cassette (Reissue)
Despite the dangers, the Drew children and Will Stanton must
retrieve the golden grail that the forces of the Dark have
stolen. And Jane Drew receives a strange gift from the
Greenwitch after witnessing a nightlong ceremony. Sequel to
The Dark Is Rising (RC 50256). For grades 4-7 and older
readers. 1974.

The Grey King RC 50442
by Susan Cooper 
read by Brian Conn
2 cassettes (Reissue)
While visiting in Wales, Will Stanton is challenged to find
a golden harp to rouse the sleepers needed for the battle
against the Dark. Sequel to Greenwitch (RC 50257). For
grades 4-7 and older readers. Newbery Medal. 1975.

Gypsy Rizka RC 50097
by Lloyd Alexander 
read by Jill Fox
1 cassette
Rizka, a young girl, and her cat, Petzel, live in a Gypsy
wagon on the edge of Dunitsa, waiting for Rizka's long-lost
father to return. Meanwhile, Rizka endears herself to some
villagers, exposes the foibles of others, and finally
discovers a new concept of family. For grades 4-7. 1999.

Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets RC 48437
by J.K. Rowling 
read by Erik Sandvold
2 cassettes
Despite a warning not to return to Hogwarts for his second
year of wizardry studies, Harry shows up. But Harry is in
danger from the opened Chamber of Secrets as well as from
his would-be protector. Sequel to Harry Potter and the
Sorcerer's Stone (RC 47260). For grades 4-7. 1999.

Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire RC 50228
by J.K. Rowling 
read by Erik Sandvold
4 cassettes
Now fourteen, the student wizard is eager to leave the
Dursleys and join his friends Hermione and Ron for the
Quidditch World Cup before beginning his fourth year at
Hogwarts. But his enemies have not forgotten him. Sequel to
Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban (RC 48772). For
grades 4-7. 2000.

Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban RC 48772
by J.K. Rowling 
read by Erik Sandvold
3 cassettes
Harry is relieved to be back at Hogwarts for his third year
with his friends Ron and Hermione even though he isn't
completely safe. The escaped convict Sirius Black, a staunch
supporter of Voldemort, is after Harry. Sequel to Harry
Potter and the Chamber of Secrets (RC 48437). For grades 4-
7. 1999.

Hero's Song: The First Song of Eirren RC 47822
by Edith Pattou 
read by Mary Kane
2 cassettes
In the kingdom of Eirren, Collun prefers gardening to
fighting wars. Yet when his sister is kidnapped, Collun
leaves to rescue her. On his quest he encounters a wizard,
learns his true parentage, and confronts the loathsome
Firewurme. Prequel to Fire Arrow (RC 47823). For grades 5-8.
1991.

The Horribly Haunted School RC 47226
by Margaret Mahy 
read by Mimi Black
1 cassette
Monty's friend is a ghost named Lulu who haunts an old car
on their property. Unbelieving, Monty's mother sends him to
the Brinsley Codd School for Sensible Thought. But Monty
soon realizes the school is haunted--by Brinsley Codd
himself! For grades 3-6. 1997.

I Was a Rat! RC 49859
by Philip Pullman 
read by David Cutler
1 cassette
At the same time that a prince announces his marriage (to a
mysterious girl), a young boy appears at an elderly couple's
house. They take him in, but when they question him about
his past, he says only, "I was a rat!" For grades 4-7.  
1999.

The Indian in the Cupboard RC 47446
by Lynne Reid Banks 
read by Graci Ragsdale
1 cassette (Reissue)
Omri is disappointed with the miniature plastic Indian that
his best friend gives him for his birthday--until the toy
comes to life as a fierce Iroquois Indian only three inches
tall. A witty story for grades 4-7 and older readers. 1980.

Jumanji RC 50700
by Chris Van Allsburg 
read by Laura Giannarelli
1 cassette (Reissue)
Left on their own for an afternoon, two bored and restless
children find more excitement than they bargained for in a
mysterious and thrilling jungle adventure board game. For
grades K-3. Caldecott Medal. 1981.

Just Ella RC 50346
by Margaret Peterson Haddix 
read by Kristin Allison
1 cassette
This continuation of the Cinderella story opens in the
palace, where Ella is learning to be a princess before her
wedding. When she realizes how stifling court etiquette can
be, Ella tells the boring prince she won't marry him. But
she must struggle to gain her freedom. For grades 6-9. 1999.

The Legend of Luke RC 49608
by Brian Jacques 
read by Brian Conn
3 cassettes
Martin the Warrior sets out from Redwall Abbey to journey to
the northland shore, his birthplace. There he learns about
the brave and noble deeds of his father, Luke--a Warrior
chieftain--and he uncovers mysteries about the abbey's early
years. For grades 5-8.  1999.

The Lost Years of Merlin: The Lost Years of Merlin, Book 1
RC 47306
by T.A. Barron 
read by Brian Conn
2 cassettes
The youthful Merlin awakes in the surf with no memory. The
healer Branwen claims to be his mother and cares for him,
calling him Emrys. He gradually becomes aware of his special
powers and determines to find his true identity. Prequel to
The Seven Songs of Merlin (RC 47307). For grades 5-8. 1996.

Marlfox RC 48966
by Brian Jacques 
read by David Palmer
2 cassettes
Redwall Abbey is attacked by the Marlfoxes, who plunder a
wondrous tapestry for their mother, Queen Silth. Young
squirrels Dann and Song and the shrew Dippler are joined by
the watervole Burble in their perilous quest to return the
wall hanging to its proper place. Companion to Redwall (RC
29729). For grades 5-8. 1998.

Martin the Warrior RC 47979
by Brian Jacques 
read by David Palmer
2 cassettes
Set prior to Mossflower (RC 36489), this tale recalls the
making of Martin the Warrior, a young mouse proclaimed  to
be "a born fighter."  The evil stoat Badrang the Tyrant,
needing labor to build a fortress, tries to enslave Martin.
Companion to Redwall (RC 29729). For grades 5-8 and older
readers. 1993.

Mary Poppins RC 50917
by P.L. Travers 
read by Anne Flosnik
1 cassette (Reissue)
An extraordinary English woman blows in on the East Wind
with her parrot-headed umbrella and magic carpetbag to
become the Banks family's new nanny. Mary Poppins introduces
her elder charges, Jane and Michael, to some delightful
people and experiences. Prequel to Mary Poppins Comes Back
(RC 50918). For grades 4-7. 1934.

Mary Poppins Comes Back RC 50918
by P.L. Travers 
read by Anne Flosnik
1 cassette
One out-of-sorts day the Banks children are sent to the
park, where Michael flies his kite so high it disappears
behind a cloud. Tugging on the line, he winds in Mary
Poppins! And her return brings more unusual adventures.
Sequel to Mary Poppins (RC 50917). For grades 4-7. 1935.

Masks RC 47458
by Gloria Hatrick 
read by Phil Regensdorf
1 cassette
Will Chisholm wakes up one morning and cannot move. A few
hours later, he is in the hospital, paralyzed by Guillain-
Barre syndrome. His younger brother, Pete, stays by his side
trying to communicate with Will. Then Pete remembers his
father's animal mask collection he and Will used to play
with. When Pete puts a mask on Will's face, he gets some
response. But when Pete also dons a mask, a dramatic event
occurs. For grades 5-8. 1992.

The Mirror of Merlin: The Lost Years of Merlin, Book 4 RC
49469
by T.A. Barron 
read by Brian Conn
2 cassettes
The young wizard Merlin continues his adventures in a
haunted marsh on Fincayra. There he and Hallia--a doe who
assumes a female human's shape--encounter a ballymag,
talking trees, and a magical mirror. Sequel to The Fires of
Merlin...(RC 47308). For grades 5-8. 1999.

Odder than Ever: Stories RC 51012
by Bruce Coville 
read by Jack Fox
1 cassette
Nine fantasy tales involving aliens, nightmares, and ghosts.
"The Golden Sail" and "The Metamorphosis of Justin Jones"
were written specifically to be performed with a symphony
orchestra. In "Biscuits of Glory," a ghost is forced to make
fluffy biscuits every Saturday night. Companion to Oddly
Enough (RC 43249). For grades 5-8. 1999.

The Old Woman and the Wave RC 46529
by Shelley Jackson 
read by Cyn Delafield
1 cassette
An old woman lives in a house right underneath a big wave.
The wave would never fall on the lady because it loves her
and the sound of her voice. But the old lady, having lived
under the wave all her life, does not appreciate it. That
is, until a young girl comes along and points out how the
wave could take the lady a long way if she wanted to go. For
grades K-3. 1998.

Perloo the Bold RC 48007
by Avi 
read by Carol Dines
1 cassette
Granter Jolaine, leader of the Montmers, summons Perloo, a
quiet reader of history, to Jolaine's deathbed. She signs a
proclamation naming Perloo as her successor, but her son
Berwig wants to lead the tribe to war and manages to tear
the proclamation in half. Perloo is in peril. For grades 4-
7. 1998.

Raising Dragons RC 47032
by Jerdine Nolen 
read by Lindsay Ellison
1 cassette
A young girl finds a huge egg near her family farm and is
thrilled when a baby dragon breaks open the shell. She names
him Hank and takes him home to raise, much to the dismay of
her parents. For preschool-grade 2. 1998.

The Realms of the Gods: The Immortals, Volume 4 RC 48504
by Tamora Pierce 
read by Margaret Strom
2 cassettes
Daine and Numair have been swept up into the realms of the
gods. However, both want to return to the land of humans to
finish the work they began in Tortall. To do so they must
seek help from the dragons. Sequel to Emperor Mage (RC
48503). For grades 5-8. 1996.

Riddle-Master: The Complete Trilogy RC 48692
by Patricia A. McKillip 
read by Annie Wauters
5 cassettes
Three works originally published in the 1970s: The Riddle-
Master of Hed, Heir of Sea and Fire, and Harpist in the
Wind. Morgon, the Prince of Hed, accompanied by Deth the
harpist, sets out to discover the meaning of the three stars
above his brow. For grades 5-8. 1999.

Sandry's Book: Circle of Magic, Book 1 RC 49333
by Tamora Pierce 
read by Ann Hodapp
2 cassettes
Sandry wants to weave thread, Daja prefers to work with
metal, Trisana has an unusual connection to weather, and
Briar communicates with plants. These four outcasts, each
with a distinct magical power, are brought together at
Winding Circle Temple by Mage Niklaren Goldeye. Prequel to
Tris's Book (RC 49334). For grades 5-8. 1997.

Sang Spell RC 48996
by Phyllis Reynolds Naylor 
read by Barbara Pinolini
1 cassette
Recently orphaned, Josh Vardy is hitchhiking from Boston to
Dallas to live with an aunt. After being beaten and robbed
in the Appalachians, Josh is rescued by a community of
ginseng gatherers who live without twentieth-century
conveniences. Once in Melungeon territory, no one will help
him leave. For grades 6-9. 1998.

The Seven Songs of Merlin: The Lost Years of Merlin, Book 2
RC 47307
by T.A. Barron 
read by Brian Conn
2 cassettes
On the legendary isle of Fincayra, teenage Merlin is
developing his skills to become a wizard. When Merlin brings
his mother to Fincayra, she is accidentally poisoned. He
must master the Seven Songs of Wizardry to save her. Sequel
to The Lost Years of Merlin (RC 47306). For grades 5-8.
1997.

Silver on the Tree RC 50443
by Susan Cooper 
read by Brian Conn
2 cassettes (Reissue)
In this sequel to The Grey King (RC 50442) and last in the
series Will Stanton, an immortal dedicated to saving the
world, receives a dreadful warning that the Dark is rising
in its last and greatest bid for global domination. For
grades 4-7 and older readers. 1977.

Skellig RC 49233
by David Almond 
read by Lindsay Ellison
1 cassette
With an ailing infant, Michael's family is sadhearted as
they settle into their new home. In the ramshackle garage
Michael discovers Skellig, a sickly, winged man. As the boy
and his intellectual next-door friend, Mina, nurse Skellig
back to health, the mysterious man introduces them to life's
magical side. For grades 5-8. 1998.

The Spellcoats: The Dalemark Quartet, Book 3 RC 48851
by Diana Wynne Jones 
read by Patricia Kilgarriff
2 cassettes
Tanaqui, weaver of story coats, and her family resemble the
invading Heathens more than they do their Shelling neighbors
in Dalemark. Other evil forces threaten, which only Tanaqui
can stop. A "Guide to Dalemark" is recorded with Book 4.
Sequel to Drowned Ammet (RC 48850). For grades 6-9. 1979.

The Squire, His Knight, and His Lady RC 49598
by Gerald Morris 
read by Jim Zeiger
1 cassette
Sir Gawain, accompanied by his faithful squire, Terence, is
off on an adventure-filled quest. Only this may be their
last journey together because Sir Gawain is to meet the
Green Knight, and it could mean his death. Sequel to The
Squire's Tale (RC 46840). For grades 5-8. 1999.

Summer Reading Is Killing Me! The Time Warp Trio RC 47435
by Jon Scieszka 
read by Ray Hagen
1 cassette
Summer vacation is supposed to mean no more reading. But
Fred, Sam, and Joe all have to read four books during the
summer. Unfortunately Joe has put their reading list inside
The Book his uncle gave him for his birthday. Opening it
means trouble. Suddenly the boys finds themselves in a world
gone "terribly, mixed-uply, summer-reading-listly wrong."
For grades 3-6. 1998.

Switchers RC 47997
by Kate Thompson 
read by Ann Hodapp
1 cassette
When Tess learns that Kevin also has the ability to change
into the form of any animal or bird, she is happy finally to
find a friend. But Kevin wants her to use her shape-shifting
skills to help him investigate the freak snowstorms
threatening life in the northern hemisphere. And Tess has to
decide quickly. For grades 5-8. 1998.

Sylvester and the Magic Pebble RC 50353
by William Steig 
read by Bob Askey
1 cassette (Reissue)
Frightened by an approaching lion, Sylvester the donkey asks
his magic pebble to turn him into a rock. But, then,
Sylvester is unable to grasp the pebble and wish himself
back to normal. For grades K-3. Caldecott Medal. 1969.

Throwing Smoke RC 50794
by Bruce Brooks 
read by Erik Sandvold
1 cassette
When his teammates on the coed baseball team continue their
losing streak, Whiz uses a printing press to create baseball
cards of imaginary star players. But when the fantasy kids
mysteriously show up on the field and start winning, all the
fun goes out of the game. For grades 4-7. 2000.

Tris's Book: Circle of Magic, Book 2 RC 49334
by Tamora Pierce 
read by Ann Hodapp
1 cassette
Mages-in-training Sandry, Tris, Briar, and Daja have found a
home at Winding Circle Temple and are beginning to realize
their combined power. A recent earthquake has weakened their
community's defenses and they find themselves protecting the
residents from marauding pirates. Sequel to Sandry's Book
(RC 49333). For grades 5-8. 1998.

Tuck Everlasting RC 50587
by Natalie Babbitt 
read by Anne Hancock
1 cassette (Reissue)
Winnie Foster is ten when she meets seventeen-year-old Jesse
Tuck in the woods and learns that his family hasn't aged in
eighty-seven years since drinking from a secret spring. She
is mighty tempted to drink that water too. For grades 4-7.
1975.

Twelve Impossible Things before Breakfast: Stories RC 45662
by Jane Yolen 
read by Mimi Bederman
1 cassette
A collection of twelve fantasy stories. Some are modern
versions of well-known tales: "Tough Alice" is a variation
on Alice in Wonderland, "The Bridge's Complaint" comes from
The Three Billygoats Gruff, and "Lost Girls" is based on
Peter Pan. Others include characters from a fairy to a sea
monster to aliens. For grades 5-8. 1997.

The Water Horse RC 48417
by Dick King-Smith 
read by Larry Shapiro
1 cassette
Scotland, 1930. Kirstie and her little brother Angus bring
an odd fish egg home from the beach. When a strange creature
with a long neck and a horse-like head hatches in their
bathtub, their grandfather helps the children care for the
baby sea monster. For grades 3-6. 1990.

The Well of the Wind RC 48704
by Alan Garner 
read by Mimi Bederman
1 cassette
A witch directs a boy to find a bird at the Well of the
Wind. She taunts his sister that he'll never return, but the
girl sets out to find him. The girl outwits the witch, with
happy results. For grades 3-6. 1998.

Wild Magic: The Immortals, Volume 1 RC 48501
by Tamora Pierce 
read by Margaret Strom
2 cassettes
Daine, thirteen, alone in the world except for her horse, is
rescued by Onua Chamtong, horsemistress for Queen Thayet,
when Onua realizes Daine has a gift for dealing with
animals. Daine is then enlisted by Onua and the mage Numair
to help save the queen's kingdom. Prequel to Wolf-Speaker
(RC 48502). For grades 5-8. 1992.

Wolf-Speaker: The Immortals, Volume 2 RC 48502
by Tamora Pierce 
read by Margaret Strom
2 cassettes
In this sequel to Wild Magic (RC 48501), Daine, mage Numair,
and her wolf-pack travel to Dunlath Valley where they find
the valley being ruined by humans, or "two-leggers." Daine
uses her magical gifts and unites the animals and humans in
an attempt to save their land. For grades 5-8. 1994.

Braille

The Borrowers BR 12991
by Mary Norton 
1 volume (Reissue)
Pod, Homily, and Arrietty are a family of tiny people who
live beneath the floors of an old country house, borrowing
what they need from humans. When Arrietty encounters a human
boy, the endangered Borrowers must relocate. Prequel to The
Borrowers Afield (BR 7026).  For grades 3-6. 1952.

The Borrowers Afloat BR 12990
by Mary Norton 
1 volume
The Borrowers--Pod, Homily, and Arrietty--must find a new
home when the human family upon whom they depend moves out.
A wild boy named Spiller helps the tiny people on a
hazardous journey starting in a drain. Sequel to The
Borrowers Afield (BR 7026). For grades 3-6. 1959.

The Borrowers Aloft: With the Short Tale Poor Stainless BR
12994
by Mary Norton 
1 volume
In this sequel to The Borrowers Afloat (BR 12990), the tiny
family settles happily in a model village just their size,
only to be kidnapped by the owner of a competing miniature
town. The second tale relates the search for Stainless when
he goes missing in the scullery. For grades 3-6. 1961.

Clockwork; or, All Wound Up BR 12077
by Philip Pullman 
1 volume
Long ago in a German tavern, Fritz begins telling a story
about a clockmaker. This master craftsman makes mechanical
figures so lifelike, they appear to breathe. Then Fritz's
story comes to life as the clockmaker enters the tavern. And
Karl, an apprentice clockmaker, is desperate enough to
accept this stranger's dangerous mechanical gift. For grades
5-8. 1996.

The Cookie Company BR 13134
by Ross Venokur 
1 volume
Thirteen-year-old Alex, the unluckiest boy alive, opens an
unusual fortune cookie and is whisked away into another
world, where he is threatened by the evil game-show hostess
Cypress Vine. For grades 4-7.   2000.

The Folk Keeper BR 13177
by Franny Billingsley 
1 volume
The orphan Corinna transforms herself into Corin because
only boys are Folk Keepers, appeasers of the evil Folk. Her
identity is further challenged at her new post near the sea
when she discovers her heritage as a Sealmaiden, and she
must draw upon all her gifts to stay alive. For grades 5-8.
Boston Globe-Horn Book Award. 1999.

The Full Belly Bowl BR 13009
by Jim Aylesworth 
1 volume
When a very old man rescues a wee small man from a fox, he
receives a magic bowl in gratitude, with specific
instructions for handling it. But there will be some
unfortunate complications if the bowl is not stored upside
down. PRINT/BRAILLE. For grades K-3. 1999.

Good Night, Good Knight BR 12775
by Shelley Moore Thomas 
1 volume
One night in a faraway kingdom, three lonely dragons keep
the Good Knight running back and forth from his watchtower
to their dark cave, helping them prepare for bedtime. Even
after all three are tucked in, they call him back for one
last thing. For grades 2-4. 2000.

Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets BR 12276
by J.K. Rowling 
3 volumes
Despite a warning not to return to Hogwarts for his second
year of wizardry studies, Harry shows up. But Harry is in
danger from the opened Chamber of Secrets as well as from
his would-be protector. Sequel to Harry Potter and the
Sorcerer's Stone (BR 11879). For grades 4-7. 1999.

Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire BR 12764
by J.K. Rowling 
10 volumes
Now fourteen, the student wizard is eager to leave the
Dursleys and join his friends Hermione and Ron for the
Quidditch World Cup before beginning his fourth year at
Hogwarts. But his enemies have not forgotten him. Sequel to
Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban (BR 12390). For
grades 4-7. 2000.

Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban BR 12390
by J.K. Rowling 
3 volumes
Harry is relieved to be back at Hogwarts for his third year
with his friends Ron and Hermione even though he isn't
completely safe. The escaped convict Sirius Black, a staunch
supporter of Voldemort, is after Harry. Sequel to Harry
Potter and the Chamber of Secrets (BR 12276). For grades 4-
7. 1999.

The Ink Drinker BR 12346
by ric Sanvoisin 
1 volume
While working in his father's bookstore, a boy who hates to
read finds a customer with a straw--sucking the words off
the pages of a book. He is an ink-drinking vampire. After
the boy decides to follow the stranger, he finds that his
feelings about books are changing. For grades 2-4. 1998.

Midnight Magic BR 13138
by Avi 
2 volumes
One stormy night in 1491 in Italy, Mangus the Magician and
his twelve-year-old apprentice, Fabrizio, are summoned to
the castle of King Claudio to determine if his daughter,
Princess Teresina, is indeed being haunted by a ghost. For
grades 5-8.   1999.

Skellig BR 12915
by David Almond 
1 volume
With an ailing infant, Michael's family is sad-hearted as
they settle into their new home. In the ramshackle garage
Michael discovers Skellig, a sickly, winged man. As the boy
and his intellectual next-door friend, Mina, nurse Skellig
back to health, the mysterious man introduces them to life's
magical side. For grades 5-8. 1998.

A Straw for Two BR 12676
by ric Sanvoisin 
1 volume
In this sequel to The Ink Drinker (BR 12346), Odilon is
lonely in his new life as a vampire who drinks ink from
books. Then he meets the mysterious new girl at school,
Carmilla, and falls in love. For grades 2-4. 1999.

Under the Lemon Moon BR 13019
by Edith Hope Fine 
1 volume
After a thief steals all the lemons from Rosalinda's tree
and breaks one of its branches, her grandmother tells her
about La Anciana--the Old One who wanders the Mexican
countryside helping things grow. Rosalinda meets La Anciana
and, under the light of the full lemon moon, learns about
healing. PRINT/BRAILLE. For grades K-3. 1999.

Weslandia BR 12042
by Paul Fleischman 
1 volume
Wesley has a great idea for a summer project--to grow his
own staple food crop and use it as the basis for his own
civilization. His garden becomes a place for all kinds of
changes. PRINT/BRAILLE. For grades K-3. 1999.

Folk and Fairy Tales

Cassettes

Adventures of Monkey King RC 48670
retold by R.L. Gao 
read by Celeste Lawson
1 cassette
Twelve stories telling how a stone monkey becomes the Monkey
King, how he learns magic tricks from an immortal, and how
he helps Monk Tang on his journey. Retelling of sixteenth-
century Chinese folk tales. For grades 3-6. 1989.

Andersen's Fairy Tales RC 49568
by Hans Christian Andersen 
read by Kristin Allison
2 cassettes (Reissue)
Twenty-nine stories, including old favorites such as "The
Princess and the Pea," "The Emperor's New Clothes," "The
Wild Swans," "The Nightingale," "The Steadfast Tin Soldier,"
and "The Tinder Box." For grades 3-6. 1945.

The Arabian Nights RC 47436
retold by Neil Philip 
read by Barbara Rappaport
1 cassette
Once there was a king who married a new bride every night
and had her beheaded the next morning. When Sheherazade
marries this king, she tells him such wonderful stories that
he spares her life each day to hear another. Fifteen of her
tales are retold here. For grades 4-7. 1994.

The Barefoot Book of Trickster Tales RC 49239
retold by Richard Walker 
read by Tracy Mickens-Hundley
1 cassette
Nine stories about tricksters--characters who use their wits
to overcome almost insurmountable odds. Among these diverse
cultural heroes are a young man who outsmarts a wizard, an
old woman who invents ways to avoid being eaten, and a tramp
who convinces a cook to make a pot of nail soup. For grades
K-3. 1998.

The Boy's King Arthur: Sir Thomas Malory's History of King
Arthur and His Knights of the Round Table RC 50563
edited by Sidney Lanier 
read by Dan Bloom
2 cassettes
Contains tales of chivalry, combat, honor, tournaments, the
Holy Grail, and the death of King Arthur. Featuring Arthur,
Launcelot, Tristram, Gareth, Galahad, Percival, and the
other legendary members of the Round Table. For grades 5-8.
1880.

The Bronze Cauldron: Myths and Legends of the World RC 46793
retold by Geraldine McCaughrean 
read by Kristin Allison
1 cassette
A collection of twenty-seven folktales from ancient and
modern cultures. The title story is a Welsh legend about the
birth of a poet-child, Taliesin. Companion to The Silver
Treasure: Myths and Legends of the World (RC 46792). For
grades 4-7. 1997.

Celtic Myths RC 48632
retold by Sam McBratney 
read by Mary Kane
1 cassette
Fifteen tales from the British Isles. Includes "The Green
Man," a version of Sir Gawain and the Green Knight. In
"Little Fawn," a woman transformed into a fawn raises a boy
on a mountain for several years until his human father takes
over. For grades 4-7. 1997.

The Complete Fairy Tales of Charles Perrault RC 49235
by Charles Perrault 
read by Susan McInerney
1 cassette
Eleven classic fairy tales: "Sleeping Beauty," "Little Red
Riding Hood," "Bluebeard," "Puss-in-Boots," "The Fairies,"
"Cinderella," "Tufty Ricky," "Hop o' My Thumb," "Patient
Griselda," "Donkeyskin," and "The Foolish Wishes." An
afterword contains notes on Perrault and each story. New
translation from French originals of 1697 and earlier. For
grades 4-7 and older readers. 1993.

The Crystal Pool: Myths and Legends of the World RC 49699
by Geraldine McCaughrean 
read by Corrie James
1 cassette
Retellings of twenty-eight tales from all parts of the
globe. Contains "Lamia" from India, "The Pied Piper" from
Germany, "Isis and Osiris" from ancient Egypt, "Gull-Girl"
from Siberia, "The Crystal Pool" from Melanesia, and "The
Sky-Blue Storybox" from Ghana, among others. For grades 4-7.
1998.

The Deetkatoo: Native American Stories about Little People
RC 47326
compiled by John Bierhorst 
read by Erik Sandvold
1 cassette
Twenty-two stories about the little people whose strength
and wisdom transcend their size. A Cherokee tale, "The
Little House in the Deep Water," explains why the little
people can be heard talking below the water's surface. The
title piece, told by the Tillamook, shows how a little man
helps a woman regain her husband. For grades 4-7 and older
readers. 1998.

The Dragon Prince: A Chinese Beauty and the Beast Tale RC
48284
by Laurence Yep 
read by Erik Sandvold
1 cassette
In China long ago, a poor farmer is captured by a dragon who
wants to marry one of the man's seven daughters. Finally the
youngest girl agrees because she hopes to save her father's
life. After she leaves with the creature, she discovers that
it has another identity. For grades K-3. 1997.

The Foolish Men of Agra: And Other Tales of Mogul India RC
47010
retold by Rina Singh 
read by Anne Hancock
1 cassette
Ten tales about Mogul emperor Akbar and his minister Birbal,
whose wit and wisdom delight the emperor but make the other
members of his court jealous. In each tale someone tries to
make Birbal look foolish, yet he always gains greater favor
with the emperor. For grades 3-6. 1998.

The Giant Carrot RC 47131
by Jan Peck 
read by Kristin Allison
1 cassette
When Papa Joe plants a carrot, each person in the family
wants to make a different carrot dish from it. The carrot
grows extra big when sweet Little Isabelle gives it her
special attention. Carrot pudding recipe included. Based on
a Russian folktale. For grades K-3. 1998.

The Golden Sandal: A Middle Eastern Cinderella Story RC
47904
by Rebecca Hickox 
read by Celeste Lawson
1 cassette
The fisherman's kind and pretty daughter, Maha, saves the
life of a magical red fish. As a reward, the fish grants her
wishes, helps her find a husband, and even protects Maha
from her stepmother's nasty tricks. Based on an Iraqi
folktale. For grades K-3. 1998.

Greek Gods and Goddesses RC 47936
retold by Geraldine McCaughrean 
read by Kristin Allison
1 cassette
Fifteen stories about Zeus, his wife Hera, and others from
Mount Olympus. The tales describe the Greek deities' magic
food, wondrous weapons, and performance of amazing feats.
These acts often arise from their overpowering feelings of
anger, jealousy, or passion. For grades 4-7. 1997.

A Handful of Beans: Six Fairy Tales RC 48400
retold by Jeanne Steig 
read by Christopher Walker
1 cassette
"Rumpelstiltskin," "Beauty and the Beast," "Hansel and
Gretel," "Little Red Riding Hood," "The Frog Prince," and
"Jack and the Beanstalk" are retold  in the traditional
spirit with modern inflections. For grades K-3. 1998.

Here Comes Mother Goose RC 49540
edited by Iona Opie 
read by Pam Ward
1 cassette
Fifty-six nursery rhymes, including "One, Two, Buckle My
Shoe," "Old King Cole," and "Diddle, Diddle, Dumpling."
Companion to My Very First Mother Goose (RC 45285). For
preschool-grade 2. 1999.

Irish Fairy Tales and Legends RC 48690
retold by Una Leavy 
read by Timothy Lynch
1 cassette
Ten traditional Irish stories about fairies, giants, heroes,
good and evil, and love and tragedy. A young boy called
Setanta proves his bravery when Culann's fierce dog attacks
him and proves his honor by replacing the dog with his own
service in "How Cchulainn Got His Name." For grades 3-6.
1996.

Jamie O'Rourke and the Pooka RC 50340
by Tomie dePaola 
read by Laura Giannarelli
1 cassette
Jamie O'Rourke is the laziest man in all of Ireland. When
his wife visits her sister for a week, she leaves Jamie
plenty of food and a clean house. Then his friends come
visiting and leave a mess behind. Jamie gets some help from
an unexpected source. For grades K-3.   2000.

Mr. Semolina-Semolinus RC 47139
retold by Anthony L. Manna and Christodoula Mitakidou 
read by Gabriella Cavallero
1 cassette
Princess Areti of Greece has many suitors, but she does not
like any of them. She creates her own man by mixing together
almonds, sugar, and semolina, and praying for forty days and
nights. Finally she has a man who is "five-times beautiful
and ten-times kind," and she calls him Mr. Semolina-
Semolinus. Everything is fine until a wicked queen learns
about him. For grades K-3. 1997.

Nursery Tales around the World RC 49377
retold by Judy Sierra 
read by Michael Skinner
1 cassette
An international collection of eighteen folktales from the
oral tradition. Six themes group cultural variations
together: runaway cookies; incredible appetites; the victory
of the smallest; chain tales; slowpokes and speedsters; and
fooling the big, bad wolf. For grades 3-6. 1996.

Play Me a Story: Nine Tales about Musical Instruments RC
47375
by Naomi Adler 
read by Mary Ann Nichols
1 cassette
A collection of nine folktales. Each features a musical
instrument typical of the country where the story is told: a
harp from Ireland, a drum from South Africa, and a balalaika
from Russia. For grades 3-6. 1997.

Shower of Gold: Girls and Women in the Stories of India RC
50320
retold by Uma Krishnaswami 
read by Kimberly Schraf
1 cassette
Eighteen stories from the Indian subcontinent, drawn from
Hindu mythology, Buddhism, oral folk traditions, literary
works, and legends. In "Gotami and the Mustard Seed" a young
wife asks Buddha for medicine to restore her dead son. His
reply leads her to new levels of understanding. For grades
5-8. 1999.

The Songs My Paddle Sings: Native American Legends RC 49576
compiled by James Riordan 
read by Bill Wallace
1 cassette
Twenty brief legends--creation myths, pourquoi tales,
cautionary stories, and hero tales--collected from a variety
of North American nations. The Squamish legend "The Deep
Waters" tells of building a giant canoe to save the children
when the world was slowly being flooded. For grades 4-7 and
older readers. 1995.

Spirit of the Cedar People: More Stories and Paintings of
Chief Lelooska RC 47945
edited by Christine Normandin 
read by Pam Ward
1 cassette
Five folktales from the Kwakiutl, Native Americans of the
northwest coast of the United States. Recounts a mythical
time when the world was full of magic and some animals and
humans could transform themselves into other species.
Companion to Echoes of the Elders (RC 45968). For grades 3-
6. 1998.

Stockings of Buttermilk: American Folktales RC 49757
edited by Neil Philip 
read by Arnie Warren
1 cassette
Sixteen traditional stories with European origins. In some
of the tales, such as "The Cat That Went A-Traveling,"
animals outsmart humans. In "Lady Featherflight," the
daughter of a mean giant tricks him in order to help a young
man she later marries. Source notes are provided. For grades
4-7. 1999.

Sun, Moon, and Stars RC 48448
retold by Mary Hoffman 
read by Susan McInerney
1 cassette
A sampling of legends and myths created by people of ancient
civilizations to explain what they saw in the sky. Retold
tales that are still remembered in Egypt, Latvia, Korea,
Greece, and American Indian societies, among others. For
grades 4-7. 1998.

Tales from the Rain Forest: Myths and Legends from the
Amazonian Indians of Brazil RC 48122
retold by Mercedes Dorson and Jeanne Wilmot 
read by Gabriella Cavallero
1 cassette
Ten folktales reveal the Amazon Indians' desire to live in
harmony with nature. Many are creation or origin myths that
feature jungle animals and birds, humans with animal
ancestors, and even humans changed into plants. An
explanatory comment follows each tale. For grades 5-8 and
older readers. 1997.

Throw Your Tooth on the Roof: Tooth Traditions from around
the World RC 47758
by Selby B. Beeler 
read by Kristin Allison
1 cassette
Describes the tooth traditions of various countries and
explains why teeth fall out. In the United States, children
expect the tooth fairy to bring them money when they lose a
tooth. In other countries, children wait for a mouse or
another animal instead. For grades K-3. 1998.

Thumbeline RC 49999
by Hans Christian Andersen 
read by Corrie James
1 cassette
The adventures of Thumbeline, a tiny little girl so named
because she is the size of a person's thumb. After dangerous
encounters with a toad, a mole, and other field animals, she
is rescued by a friendly swallow. He flies her south, where
she meets a little prince in a flower. For grades K-3.  
1985.

Trickster and the Fainting Birds RC 49900
retold by Howard Norman 
read by Brian Conn
1 cassette
A collection of seven Algonquian tales about the mischief-
maker trickster. In the title piece, trickster is rejected
in marriage, so he transforms the young woman's suitor into
a kingfisher, hoping she will change her mind. For grades 3-
6. 1999.

The Troll with No Heart in His Body: And Other Tales of
Trolls from Norway RC 49812
retold by Lise Lunge-Larsen 
read by Catherine Byers
1 cassette
Nine Norwegian folktales featuring trolls--frightful but
tiny-brained giants who love to eat children and little
animals. Contains "The Three Billy Goats Gruff,"
"Butterball," "The Handshake," "The Boy and the North Wind,"
"The Sailors and the Troll," "The Eating Competition," and
the title piece. For grades 2-4 and older readers. 1999.

Turtle Island: Tales of the Algonquian Nations RC 49983
retold by Jane Louise Curry 
read by Michael Scherer
1 cassette
Collection of twenty-seven tales with an introduction to
Algonquian Indian culture; describes variations among the
group's numerous tribes, which are found in the eastern
United States and Canada. The title story recounts how a
turtle's back became the Earth's foundation after a great
flood. For grades 4-7.   1999.

A Twist in the Tail: Animal Stories from around the World RC
49040
by Mary Hoffman 
read by Tracy Mickens-Hundley
1 cassette
Retellings of ten traditional folktales about animals from
different countries such as India, Turkey, Malaysia,
Nigeria, Venezuela, and Australia. In the Chinese story "The
Fox and the Crab Have a Race," the boastful fox is outwitted
by the poky crab. For grades 2-4. 1998.

A Weave of Words RC 47749
retold by Robert D. San Souci 
read by Erik Sandvold
1 cassette
An Armenian tale of young Prince Vachagan, who idles away
his days hunting. When he falls in love and asks for the
hand of Anait, a weaver's daughter, she refuses him because
he has no skills and cannot read or write. The things the
prince learns to claim his bride also help save him later
on. For grades K-3. 1998.

When the Chenoo Howls: Native American Tales of Terror RC
48728
by Joseph Bruchac and James Bruchac 
read by Erik Sandvold
1 cassette
Twelve horror stories spanning precolonial to modern times
based on legends from the northeast woodland Native
Americans. In some the hero defeats a monster by overcoming
fear. Others are cautionary stories teaching children to
recognize bad behavior and avoid places where accidents may
occur. For grades 3-6. 1998.

The World of King Arthur and His Court: People, Places,
Legend, and Lore RC 50307
by Kevin Crossley-Holland 
read by David Cutler
1 cassette
Collection of articles about the mythology of King Arthur,
including an account of Geoffrey of Monmouth, who first
created the legend. Describes the real lives of knights and
their duties, and discusses the Crusades, the Round Table,
and heraldry. Also includes tales about Camelot, Sir
Lancelot, and Excalibur. For grades 5-8. 1998.

Braille

Cendrillon: A Caribbean Cinderella BR 12038
by Robert D. San Souci 
1 volume
Based on a French Creole version of Cinderella set on a
Caribbean island. Cendrillon's godmother tells how she helps
her goddaughter go to a party where she meets her true love.
PRINT/BRAILLE. For grades K-3. 1998.

Child of the May BR 12216
by Theresa Tomlinson 
1 volume
Fifteen-year-old Magda, raised by Marian the Forestwife, is
seeking adventure. Her chance comes when her father allows
her to dress as a boy in an attempt to rescue two women held
hostage by the Sheriff of Nottingham. Magda's archery skills
are put to the test. Sequel to The Forestwife (BR 10451).
For grades 5-8. 1998.

Fairy Tales from Hans Christian Andersen BR 12621
by Hans Christian Andersen 
1 volume
A selection of nine of Andersen's well-known tales: "The
Emperor's New Clothes," "Thumbelina," "The Nightingale,"
"The Princess and the Pea," "The Steadfast Tin Soldier,"
"The Little Mermaid," "The Tinderbox," "The Little Match
Girl," and "The Ugly Duckling." For grades 3-6. 1992.

Finn MacCoul and His Fearless Wife: A Giant of a Tale from
Ireland BR 12034
retold by Robert Byrd 
1 volume
Irish giant Finn MacCoul, who is a bit cowardly, finds
himself in trouble after building a stone bridge between
Ireland and Scotland. Now the mean Scottish giant Cucullin
can come across to Ireland and attack Finn. Fortunately
Finn's wife, Oonagh, has a plan to save him. PRINT/BRAILLE.
For grades K-3. 1999.

The Gingerbread Man BR 12030
retold by Jim Aylesworth 
1 volume
A traditional version of a tale about a gingerbread man who
jumps from the oven and runs away from the little old man
and woman of the house; he doesn't want to be their snack.
He keeps running until he meets a clever fox. For grades K-
3. 1998.

Hercules BR 12049
by Robert Burleigh 
1 volume
Retells the story of Hercules and the last labor he must
perform to gain his freedom. This twelfth and most difficult
task is to bring back Cerberus, the monster three-headed dog
that guards the underworld. PRINT/BRAILLE. For grades K-3.
1999.

I Once Was a Monkey: Stories Buddha Told BR 12828
retold by Jeanne M. Lee 
1 volume
A retelling of six jatakas, or birth stories. Buddha used
these fables featuring animals to teach principles of
compassion, honesty, and clear thought before action. In
"The Deceitful Heron," a heron's lies and greed lead to its
own downfall. For grades 2-4 and older readers.   1999.

In the Time of the Drums BR 13010
by Kim L. Siegelson 
1 volume
Mentu, an American-born slave boy from the Georgia Sea
Islands, learns African traditions from his grandmother Twi.
But one day, drums announce the arrival of a boat loaded
with unhappy Ibo slaves, and African-born Twi leaves Mentu
to lead the Ibo out of captivity. PRINT/BRAILLE. For grades
2-4. Coretta Scott King Award.  1999.

Joseph Had a Little Overcoat BR 13008
by Simms Taback 
1 volume
Joseph starts with an overcoat. When it is old and worn, he
makes it into a jacket. The original material becomes
smaller and smaller until he arrives at the moral of the
tale. Adapted from a Yiddish folk song. PRINT/BRAILLE. For
preschool-grade 2. Caldecott Medal.  1999.

Journeys with Elijah: Eight Tales of the Prophet BR 12624
retold by Barbara Diamond Goldin 
1 volume
Folktales about the well-known figure of Jewish, Christian,
and Islamic tradition. Set in such diverse locations as
Argentina, the Caribbean, China, Germany, Iraq, and Israel.
For grades 2-4 and older readers. 1999.

The Khan's Daughter: A Mongolian Folktale BR 12002
by Laurence Yep 
1 volume
A poor, young shepherd wants to marry the khan's pretty
daughter but must succeed at three tasks to prove his worth.
Fortunately he receives help from an unexpected source.
PRINT/BRAILLE. For grades K-3. 1997.

Merlin's Kin: World Tales of the Heroic Magician BR 13116
retold by Josepha Sherman 
2 volumes
A collection of thirty international folktales, featuring
both the traditional magician, whose power comes from books
or spells, and the shaman, who is a priest and healer as
well as a wizard. The stories come from the British Isles,
Europe, Russia, the Far East, Native American nations, and
Africa. For grades 5-8.   1998.

Ouch! A Tale from Grimm BR 12027
retold by Natalie Babbitt 
1 volume
When a baby boy, Marco, is born to an ordinary family, a
fortune-teller predicts he will marry a princess. But the
king puts many obstacles in his way, including an errand to
the devil. PRINT/BRAILLE. For grades K-3. 1998.

Pegasus BR 12024
retold by Marianna Mayer 
1 volume
When heroic Bellerophon is sent on a mission to kill the
monster Chimera, he realizes he is being sent to his doom. A
wise man advises him to seek the help of the magical winged
horse, Pegasus. PRINT/BRAILLE. For grades 3-6. 1998.

Sindbad: From the Tales of the Thousand and One Nights BR
13018
retold by Ludmila Zeman 
1 volume
Among the tales that Shahrazad told the king to hold his
interest and prolong her life is this one about the wealthy
merchant Sindbad and his adventurous voyages to strange and
perilous places. PRINT/BRAILLE. For grades K-3. 1999.

Squids Will Be Squids: Fresh Morals; Beastly Fables BR 12072
by Jon Scieszka 
1 volume
Eighteen modern fables with fresh morals about bossy,
sneaky, funny, annoying, "dim-bulb" people--all disguised as
animals to avoid hurting anyone's feelings. Topics include
homework, using the telephone on the right occasion,
friendship, and dinner-table talk. For grades 3-6. 1998.

The Starlight Princess and Other Princess Stories BR 13206
retold by Annie Dalton 
1 volume
Eight fairy tales about princesses from Africa, Asia, and
Europe. Contains "The Princess and the Pea," "The Frog
Princess," "King Grizzlebeard," "The Starlight Princess,"
"The Sleeping Beauty," "The Twelve Dancing Princesses," "The
Egg Prince," and "White-Bear-King Valemon." For grades 3-6.
1999.

Yoshi's Feast BR 13072
by Kimiko Kajikawa 
1 volume
When Yoshi's neighbor, Sabu the eel broiler, attempts to
charge him for the delicious-smelling aromas he has been
enjoying, Yoshi hatches a plan to enrich them both. Adapted
from a Japanese folktale. PRINT/BRAILLE. For grades K-3. 
2000.

Friendship

Cassettes

Alice on the Outside RC 48971
by Phyllis Reynolds Naylor 
read by Kerry Cundiff
1 cassette
Now in the eighth grade, Alice of Achingly Alice (RC 46549)
has a lot of questions about sex and, since her mother is
dead, turns to her grown cousin for answers. Meanwhile, a
classmate secretly admits she's a lesbian and Alice's
schoolmates learn about prejudice. For grades 6-9. 1999.

All Alone in the Universe RC 49604
by Lynne Rae Perkins 
read by Jill Fox
1 cassette
Debbie and Maureen have been best friends ever since third
grade. But now Maureen always seems to be with Glenna, and
Debbie is feeling left out and lonely. For grades 5-8. 1999.

Because of Winn-Dixie RC 50679
by Kate DiCamillo 
read by Ann Hodapp
1 cassette
Ten-year-old India Opal Buloni and her preacher dad move to
a new town in Florida during the summer. Opal is lonely
until she adopts a big stray dog she names Winn-Dixie. The
two soon make friends with the local librarian, the pet
store manager, and a nearly-blind elderly neighbor. For
grades 3-6. 2000.

Bluish RC 49871
by Virginia Hamilton 
read by Jill Fox
1 cassette
Dreenie wishes Tuli, her one friend at her new school, would
stop pretending to be Hispanic and not be so intrusive.
Eager for more of a soul mate, Dreenie overcomes her fear of
a leukemia-stricken classmate called Bluish and carefully
sets out to befriend the girl. For grades 4-7. 1999.

Bridge to Terabithia RC 48732
by Katherine Paterson 
read by Kristin Allison
1 cassette (Reissue)
Jess finds his biggest rival and best friend in Leslie, a
girl who moves to his rural Virginia community from the
city. Together they create Terabithia, a secret kingdom in
the woods where they reign supreme--until tragedy strikes.
Newbery Medal. For grades 5-8. 1977.

Danny's Desert Rats RC 48264
by Phyllis Reynolds Naylor 
read by Brian Conn
1 cassette
In this sequel to Being Danny's Dog (RC 48263), T.R.
describes how he, his older brother Danny, and their friends
at Rosemary Acres condominium complex spend their summer.
Calling themselves the Desert Rats, the youngsters aim to
protect Paul's forbidden cat who has traveled fifteen miles
to get back to Paul. For grades 3-6. 1998.

Dave at Night RC 49935
by Gail Carson Levine 
read by Ray Hagen
2 cassettes
When his father dies and none of his relatives will take him
in, Dave goes to live at the HHB--the Hebrew Home for Boys.
To escape the cruel treatment he receives there, he sneaks
out at night and discovers real friends in the cultural
world of the Harlem Renaissance. For grades 4-7.   1999.

Define "Normal" RC 50645
by Julie Anne Peters 
read by Ann Hodapp
1 cassette
Studious Antonia agrees to become a peer counselor, but
she's horrified to be assigned punker Jazz Luther, whose
complaint is her wealthy parents' attitude problem.
Meanwhile, Antonia copes with her severely depressed,
divorced mother and cares for her two little brothers. A
crisis deepens the girls' relationship. For grades 6-9.
2000.

The Face at the Window RC 48062
by Regina Hanson 
read by Samarra Mbenga
1 cassette
Dora and her friends are knocking mangos out of the tree at
Miss Nella's house when Dora hits the window and Miss
Nella's face appears. Dora fears bad things will happen, and
when it rains for several days, she is convinced. Then
Dora's parents help her understand Miss Nella's kind nature.
For grades K-3. 1997.

Fill In the Blank: The Friendship Ring, Volume 6 RC 50521
by Rachel Vail 
read by Erik Sandvold
1 cassette
Tommy and his twin brother, Jonas, have been backdoor
neighbors and friends to Zoe for years. But suddenly Tommy's
friends are teasing him about his relationship with Zoe. And
when a teacher makes a homework assignment, Tommy suddenly
begins thinking differently about Zoe. Sequel to Popularity
Contest (RC 50520). For grades 5-8. 2000. 

Forgive the River, Forgive the Sky RC 49423
by Gloria Whelan 
read by Ann Hodapp
1 cassette
After her father's death, twelve-year-old Lily Star and her
mother move from their beloved home on Sandy River into an
apartment. Lily befriends the new home owner, a wheelchair-
using former test pilot. Together, Lily and her friend heal
from their tragedies. For grades 5-8. 1998.

George and Martha: The Complete Stories of Two Best Friends
RC 49973
by James Marshall 
read by Laura Giannarelli
1 cassette
This single volume contains all seven of Marshall's books--
thirty-five stories--about two hippopotamuses, George and
Martha. By sharing their humorous adventures and forgiving
each other's failings, George and Martha demonstrate how to
be true friends. For grades 2-4. 1988.

Gloria's Way RC 50553
by Ann Cameron 
read by Mary Ann Nichols
1 cassette
Gloria Jones sometimes thinks everything has to be done her
way. But in these six short stories Gloria, with the help of
her friends Huey, Julian, and Latisha, finds there can be
many ways to do some things. Gloria learns about
friendships, fractions, and making promises. For grades 2-4.
2000.

The Grooming of Alice RC 50489
by Phyllis Reynolds Naylor 
read by Kerry Cundiff
1 cassette
In this sequel to Alice on the Outside (RC 48971) Alice and
her friends decide to get in shape before beginning high
school, but Elizabeth becomes overly obsessed with losing
weight. Pamela and Alice also face emotional distress during
the summer. For grades 6-9. 2000.

Habibi RC 47389
by Naomi Shihab Nye 
read by Kerry Cundiff
1 cassette
Liyana Abboud lived happily in the United States, her
mother's country, until age fourteen. Then her father moves
the family to Jerusalem, his home. There she finds a
colorful world, where her welcoming Palestinian relatives
speak Arabic; even their clothes and food are intriguing.
When she meets a Jewish boy, she learns about social
tensions in Israel. For grades 5-8. 1997.

Horse Crazy: The Saddle Club, Book 1 RC 48499
by Bonnie Bryant 
read by Mimi Bederman
1 cassette
Carole, Stevie, and Lisa--three junior high girls--meet at
Pine Hollow Stables to ride and care for their favorite
animals--horses. Together they form the Saddle Club, but
they still have to find a way for Stevie to join the annual
overnight ride. For grades 4-7. 1988.

Horse Shy: The Saddle Club, Book 2 RC 48500
by Bonnie Bryant 
read by Mimi Bederman
1 cassette
Horse-crazy Carole, Lisa, and Stevie are enjoying their ride
on the annual overnight trip from Pine Hollow Stables. The
only glitch is that wealthy and irresponsible Veronica won't
listen to instructions. Her carelessness leads to tragedy.
For grades 4-7. 1988.

If You Only Knew: The Friendship Ring, Volume 1 RC 48853
by Rachel Vail 
read by Kristin Allison
1 cassette
Seventh-grader Zoe Grandon used to be a tomboy, but her
interests are changing. For one thing, she is developing a
crush on longtime friend Tommy Levit, which just might be a
problem when Tommy asks her best friend, CJ, for a date.
Prequel to Please, Please, Please (RC 48854). For grades 5-
8. 1998.

Irene and the Big, Fine Nickel RC 47693
by Irene Smalls 
read by Tracy Mickens-Hundley
1 cassette
One Saturday morning in Harlem, Irene has a disagreement
with her friend Charlene. Later Irene finds a nickel and
buys a raisin bun. When Charlene reappears and wants a piece
of the bun, Irene remembers what her grandmother told her
about being mean. For grades K-3. 1991.

Jack and Jill RC 49149
by Louisa May Alcott 
read by Mitzi Friedlander
2 cassettes
Jack and Jill are the best of friends and when they are
severely injured in a sledding accident they become even
closer. With the help of Jack's mother, the two are provided
with many amusements to pass the Christmas season. But will
Jill ever walk again? For grades 5-8. 1880.

Jumping into Nothing RC 50555
by Gina Willner-Pardo 
read by Joni Siani
1 cassette
Sophie loves being at the pool with her friend Annalise,
until two popular girls challenge them to jump off the high
dive. Annalise enjoys it, but Sophie is too afraid. She
tries to get over her fear by doing something scary each
day. Beginning chapter book. For grades 3-6. 1999.

Love from Your Friend, Hannah RC 50025
by Mindy Warshaw Skolsky 
read by Kristin Allison
1 cassette
After her best friend Aggie moves away, Hannah, as promised,
writes to her faithfully. When Aggie fails to answer a
single letter, a frustrated Hannah begins corresponding with
other people: her relatives, a reluctant boy pen pal, and
even President Franklin Roosevelt! For grades 4-7. 1998.

Marisol and Magdalena: The Sound of Our Sisterhood RC 48061
by Veronica Chambers 
read by Ilona Dulaski
1 cassette
Teenagers Marisol and Magda speak only English, but they are
accustomed to hearing Spanish in their homes, a practice
that helps Marisol when she spends a year with her
grandmother in Panama. At first unhappy, Marisol learns to
enjoy life in Central America. For grades 6-9. 1998.

Maxie, Rosie, and Earl: Partners in Grime RC 49114
by Barbara Park 
read by Carol Dines
1 cassette
Earl Wilber, a new fifth grader, has trouble reading aloud
in class. Rosie Swanson has a habit of writing tattletale
notes to her teacher. And Maxie Zuckerman is just too smart
for his own good. When they all get sent to the principal's
office, they bond together to save themselves. For grades 4-
7. 1990.

Me and Rupert Goody RC 49992
by Barbara O'Connor 
read by Laura Giannarelli
1 cassette
Eleven-year-old Jennalee escapes from her hectic family life
by spending time with the general-store owner, "Uncle Beau."
She is astonished and hurt when a black man named Rupert
Goody, who claims to be the son of white Uncle Beau, appears
to be taking her place. For grades 4-7.   1999.

Mr. Ape RC 46916
by Dick King-Smith 
read by Arnie Warren
1 cassette
Mr. Ape is an old man, suddenly free of wife and offspring,
living in his family estate, Penny Royal. Happy to make his
own decisions, he lives in the kitchen and buys hens to keep
in the living room. He befriends Jake and his father, Joe--
traveling gypsies who prove to be kindred spirits. For
grades 3-6. 1998.

Not That I Care: The Friendship Ring, Volume 3 RC 48855
by Rachel Vail 
read by Kristin Allison
1 cassette
In this sequel to Please, Please, Please (RC 48854), it is
"bring yourself in a sack" day for the seventh grade
creative writing class. Unfortunately, Morgan Miller
realizes her items are embarrassingly personal. But Morgan's
private possessions help her friends better understand her
tough exterior. For grades 5-8. 1998.

Orp RC 49386
by Suzy Kline 
read by Rick Rohan
1 cassette
In this sequel to Orp and the Chop Suey Burgers (RC 45368),
Orville Rudemeyer Pygenski, Orp for short, starts an I Hate
My Name club. He's surprised when friends want to join, but
really shocked by the group that comes to the club's first
and last meeting. For grades 3-6. 1989.

P.S. Longer Letter Later RC 47287
by Paula Danziger and Ann M. Martin 
read by Annie Wauters
1 cassette
When outgoing, flashy seventh-grader Tara Starr moves away,
she and her quiet best friend, Elizabeth, write to each
other to stay in touch. The changing tone in the letters
that make up this novel reveals the strain in their
friendship created by the distance between them, family
problems, and personal changes in their own lives. For
grades 5-8. 1998.

Pinky and Rex RC 50314
by James Howe 
read by Rick Rohan
1 cassette
Pinky loves his large collection of stuffed animals and the
color pink. His best friend, Rex, adores her equally large
collection of dinosaurs. When they go to the museum, they
both want to buy a pink dinosaur--but there is only one.
Easy chapter book. For grades K-3.   1990.

Pinky and Rex and the Spelling Bee RC 50328
by James Howe 
read by Rick Rohan
1 cassette
Excited about holding on to his position as the best speller
in the second grade, Pinky does something embarrassing. His
best friend, Rex, who had her own spelling embarrassment,
manages to cheer him up. Easy chapter book. For grades K-3.  
1991.

Please, Please, Please: The Friendship Ring, Volume 2 RC
48854
by Rachel Vail 
read by Kristin Allison
1 cassette
CJ Hurley has practiced ballet since the first grade, and
she has always loved it. But now as a seventh-grader, CJ is
having trouble explaining to her mother that she has other
interests, such as her friends Zoe, Olivia, and Morgan.
Sequel to If You Only Knew (RC 48853). For grades 5-8. 1998.

Popularity Contest: The Friendship Ring, Volume 5 RC 50520
by Rachel Vail 
read by Kristin Allison
1 cassette
Zoe is running for seventh-grade class president, but Tommy,
her campaign manager last year, actually nominated someone
else. Zoe feels betrayed--she has a terrible crush on Tommy-
-and, to make matters worse, she's having problems with all
her other friends too. Sequel to What Are Friends For? (RC
49023). For grades 5-8. 2000. 

Ramona's World RC 49639
by Beverly Cleary 
read by Madelyn Buzzard
1 cassette
Ramona Quimby, age nine, is starting fourth grade in Mrs.
Meacham's class with new friend Daisy and old friend Yard
Ape. Ramona also has fun at home with her big sister Beezus
and a new baby sister, Roberta. Sequel to Ramona Forever (RC
23106). For grades 3-6. 1999.

The Runaways RC 50680
by Zilpha Keatley Snyder 
read by Carol Dines
2 cassettes
1951. Twelve-year-old Dani hates living in the dismal desert
town of Rattler Springs, Nevada, and plans to run away to
California. Then Stormy, a pesky neighborhood boy, and
Pixie, the new girl in town, decide to join her. For grades
4-7. 1999.

Ruthie's Gift RC 46625
by Kimberly Brubaker Bradley 
read by Ilona Dulaski
1 cassette
Ruth Hawk, eight, falls right in the middle of her six
brothers. In her one-room Indiana schoolhouse, she is the
only girl in the third grade. She suddenly gets twin
girlfriends when Hallie and Mallie move onto a nearby farm.
They are also third graders. Then Ruthie gets pneumonia and
World War I draws near. For grades 3-6. 1998.

Sarah and the Naked Truth RC 50446
by Elisa Carbone 
read by Jill Fox
1 cassette
In this sequel to Starting School with an Enemy (RC 49882),
Sarah from Maine and her friend Christina from El Salvador
welcome Olivia from Trinidad into their Maryland
neighborhood. All three ten-year-olds face different
problems involving mistaken identity, which they help one
another solve. For grades 4-7. 2000.

Secret Letters from 0 to 10 RC 48513
by Susie Morgenstern 
read by Arnie Warren
1 cassette
Until a new girl, Victoria, arrives in his classroom, Ernest
has lived a sheltered, routine existence with his
grandmother. Victoria introduces him to her thirteen
brothers and to new experiences--like chocolate and
television. She also helps him discover other things missing
from his life. For grades 4-7. 1998.

Seventh-Grade Tango RC 50671
by Elizabeth Levy 
read by Carol Dines
1 cassette
When ballroom dancing is introduced to their school, Rebecca
and Scott are teamed up and turn into wonderful dance
partners. But Rebecca's friend, Samantha, claims Scott as
her new boyfriend just when Rebecca starts to like him as
more than a friend. For grades 5-8. 2000.

Shark Bait RC 47456
by Graham Salisbury 
read by Phil Regensdorf
1 cassette
Ninth grader Eric Chock, the white and Chinese son of the
police chief, has been grateful for Booley Domingo's
friendship since the Chocks moved to this Hawaiian town five
years ago. Now Booley is about to fight a sailor, and Eric
is considering defying his father to stand by his hero. For
grades 5-8. 1997.

Snail Mail No More RC 50416
by Paula Danziger and Ann M. Martin 
read by Annie Wauters
1 cassette
In this sequel to P.S. Longer Letter Later (RC 47287) Tara
Starr and Elizabeth are excited to have computers for
exchanging e-mail. The girls continue to share important
news like boyfriends, Tara's new sister, and Elizabeth's
alcoholic father. For grades 5-8. 2000.

The Song of the Molimo RC 49839
by Jane Cutler 
read by Terence Aselford
1 cassette
Twelve-year-old Harry Jones is spending six weeks at the
1904 St. Louis World's Fair with his cousin Frederick, an
anthropologist, who becomes responsible for five African
Pygmies on display at the fair. Harry befriends Pygmy Ota
Benga and together they come to understand their cultural
differences. For grades 5-8. 1998.

Sort of Forever RC 49393
by Sally Warner 
read by Annie Wauters
1 cassette
Twelve-year-olds Nana and Cady have been best friends since
infancy and promise to remain so forever, but Nana's cancer
isn't responding to the treatments. Although Cady spends
every day with Nana, she avoids Nana's attempts to discuss
her imminent death. For grades 4-7. 1998.

Soup in Love RC 49432
by Robert Newton Peck 
read by Gary Tipton
1 cassette
In February Rob and his best friend Soup go to Norma Jean
Bissell's party--their first girl and boy party--to meet
some newcomers. From then on, Soup and Rob are much more
interested in Valentine's Day. Companion to Soup (RC 33541).
For grades 5-8. 1992. 1992.

Spider Boy RC 46915
by Ralph Fletcher 
read by Marilyn Gleason
1 cassette
Seventh-grader Bobby Ballenger is having a difficult time
adjusting to a new school. He is a loner and spends a lot of
time with his pet tarantula, Thelma. The kids at school call
him Spider Boy. Bobby also makes up a lot of stories, and
before long, he finds himself caught in the web of one of
his own tales. For grades 5-8. 1997.

The Storyteller's Beads RC 48498
by Jane Kurtz 
read by Lisette Lecat
1 cassette
When Ethiopian villagers are forced to flee toward Sudan,
two young girls from different backgrounds learn to rely on
each other. Sahay is from a Christian family, while Rahel is
Jewish and blind. Sahay's offer to lead Rahel through the
desert is the beginning of their friendship. For grades 5-8.
1998.

Stranger at the Window RC 47172
by Vivien Alcock 
read by Kristin Allison
1 cassette
Staying with her aunt in London, Lesley, eleven, takes an
immediate dislike to the three snooty youngsters living next
door. And they appear to be hiding a child in their attic!
The siblings grudgingly befriend Lesley when they need her
help concealing the boy, an illegal immigrant they rescued
at the airport. For grades 4-6. 1994.

The T.F. Letters RC 47859
by Karen Ray 
read by Cyn Delafield
1 cassette
When Alex loses her first tooth she wants to keep it, but
she also wants the money from the tooth fairy. Her mother
suggests she write a note to the fairy, and so begins a
letter-writing friendship that continues tooth by tooth. For
grades 2-4. 1998.

The Long Ride RC 48023
by Bonnie Bryant 
read by Jill Fox
1 cassette
Horse-crazy girlfriends Stevie, Lisa, and Carole spend all
their free time at Pine Hollow Stables. Callie, a new girl,
causes trouble, and an accident leads to tragedy. The girls
all learn to band together and participate in therapeutic
riding. For grades 6-9. 1998.

The Trouble with Cats RC 50545
by Martha Freeman 
read by Kimberly Schraf
1 cassette
Holly Garland has a new home; a new school; and a new
stepfather, William. And she shares a bedroom with four
mischievous cats in William's tiny San Francisco apartment.
Holly's life is a disaster for a few days, but she soon
learns to adjust. For grades 2-4. 2000.

We Are Best Friends RC 48992
by Aliki 
read by Terence Aselford
1 cassette
When Robert's best friend Peter moves away, Robert feels sad
and lonely. The boys miss each other but learn that they can
make new friends while still being best friends to each
other. For grades K-3. 1982.

The Weirdo RC 47491
by Theodore Taylor 
read by Susan McInerney
2 cassettes
Badly burned as a boy, reclusive seventeen-year-old Chip
Clewt has been helping a graduate student study bears in the
North Carolina-Virginia Powhatan Swamp. When the student
mysteriously disappears, Chip and local teen Samantha
Sanders investigate while trying to save the bears. For
grades 6-9 and older readers. 1991.

What Are Friends For? The Friendship Ring, Volume 4 RC 49023
by Rachel Vail 
read by Kristin Allison
1 cassette
Olivia is having trouble understanding why her friends, CJ,
Zoe, and Morgan, who used to be reasonably intelligent, are
suddenly more interested in clothes and boys. But then her
hormones also kick in and her interests begin to change.
Sequel to Not That I Care (RC 48855). For grades 5-8. 1999.

Braille

Absolutely Lucy BR 12909
by Ilene Cooper 
1 volume
Bobby Quinn has always been shy. Then for his eighth
birthday his parents give him a beagle puppy, which he names
Lucy. Before long Lucy is helping Bobby make lots of
friends. A chapter book. For grades 2-4.   2000.

Amanda Pig and Her Best Friend Lollipop BR 12506
by Jean Van Leeuwen 
1 volume
Amanda and Lollipop are best friends who love to play
together. One day they stay at Amanda's house and do
pirouettes until they get dizzy and fall down. The next day
they go to Lollipop's and play with her baby sister. For
grades 2-4. 1998.

The Ashwater Experiment BR 12550
by Amy Goldman Koss 
1 volume
At twelve, Hillary Siegal's life of traveling with her
footloose parents has led her to fantasize that she is the
only real person in an elaborate experiment. When her
parents decide to housesit for nine whole months in
Ashwater, California, Hillary is surprised to find actual
friendships. For grades 5-8. 1999.

Because of Winn-Dixie BR 12917
by Kate DiCamillo 
1 volume
Ten-year-old India Opal and her preacher dad move to a new
town in Florida during the summer. Opal is lonely until she
adopts a big stray dog she names Winn-Dixie. The two soon
make friends with the local librarian, the pet store
manager, and a nearly blind elderly neighbor. For grades 3-
6.   2000.

Emma's Magic Winter BR 12341
by Jean Little 
1 volume
Emma is very shy; she can't read loudly enough at school,
and she is too timid to make friends. But when she gets a
new neighbor who is the same age and has a pair of magic
boots just like hers, Emma loses her shyness. For grades K-
3. 1998.

Henry Hikes to Fitchburg BR 13066
by D.B. Johnson 
1 volume
Young Henry and his friend both want to go to Fitchburg.
Henry decides to walk the thirty miles, while his friend
works for the fare to take the train. Based on a passage
from Henry Thoreau's Walden. PRINT/BRAILLE. For grades K-3.
Boston Globe-Horn Book Award.  2000.

Ira Sleeps Over BR 12700
by Bernard Waber 
1 volume
Ira is delighted with his first invitation to spend the
night at his friend Reggie's house, until his mischievous
older sister asks if he is taking along his teddy bear. For
preschool-grade 2. 1972.

Jack and Jill BR 12554
by Louisa May Alcott 
2 volumes
Jack and Jill are the best of friends and when they are
severely injured in a sledding accident they become even
closer. With the help of Jack's mother, the two are provided
with many amusements to pass the Christmas season. But will
Jill ever walk again? For grades 5-8. 1880.

Lucky Me BR 12187
by Lisa Fiedler 
1 volume
In this sequel to Curtis Piperfield's Biggest Fan (BR
10538), fourteen-year-old C.C. is happily dating Patrick,
while her friend Grace dates C.C.'s best friend, Cluck. But
then Cluck breaks up with Grace and begins flirting with
C.C., and Patrick pressures her to go beyond kissing. For
grades 6-9. 1998.

Morgy Makes His Move BR 12739
by Maggie Lewis 
1 volume
When Morgy MacDougal-MacDuff's family moves from California
to Massachusetts, Morgy is bullied by an older kid, demoted
to beginners' ice hockey, and laughed at about his name, his
snow pants, and his lunch bag. But his one new friend,
Byron, makes it all easier. For grades 2-4.   1999.

Ramona's World BR 12609
by Beverly Cleary 
1 volume
Ramona Quimby, age nine, is starting fourth grade in Mrs.
Meacham's class with new friend Daisy and old friend Yard
Ape. Ramona also has fun at home with her big sister Beezus
and a new baby sister, Roberta. Sequel to Ramona Forever (BR
6284). For grades 3-6. 1999.

Tell Me Some More BR 12844
by Crosby Newell Bonsall 
1 volume (Reissue)
When Andrew tells Tim there is a place where he can carry an
elephant under his arm, hold a camel in his hand, and be
taller than a tree, Tim wants to know where this wonderful
place is. For grades K-3. 1961.

General

Cassettes

Beyond Mayfield RC 49724
by Vaunda Micheaux Nelson 
read by Samarra Mbenga
1 cassette
In this sequel to Mayfield Crossing (RC 40368) Meg  joins
her neighbors in celebrating Lucky Wood's return from the
navy in 1961. When Lucky enlists in the civil rights
movement, Mayfield residents realize they are relatively
untouched by the outside world. For grades 4-7. 1999.

Dippers RC 46527
by Barbara Nichol 
read by Marilyn Gleason
1 cassette
In an old letter found in the Toronto Archives, Margaret
describes the summer of 1912, when she was seven. Her sister
was very ill, and Margaret saw her father for the first
time; but what she remembers best are the timid, winged,
dog-like animals that were flying around her river
neighborhood. For grades 4-7. 1997.

The Fat Man RC 48607
by Maurice Gee 
read by Lindsay Ellison
1 cassette
Loomis, New Zealand, is going through hard times, and Colin
Potter, twelve, is always hungry. Herbert Muskie, a very fat
former town resident, catches Colin stealing a candy bar.
Seeking revenge for Loomis's meanness toward him years ago,
Herbert uses psychological threats to involve Colin and his
family in wrongdoing. For grades 6-9. 1994.

For the Life of Laetitia RC 48990
by Merle Hodge 
read by Samarra Mbenga
1 cassette
Twelve-year-old Laetitia "Lacey" Johnson has passed the
Common Entrance Examination and will be the first one in her
family to go to high school. But in order to attend, she
must move to La Puerta to live with her father, whom she
hardly knows. For grades 6-9. 1993.

George Washington's Breakfast RC 50204
by Jean Fritz 
read by Terence Aselford
1 cassette (Reissue)
Young George W. Allen, who shares both the name and birthday
of the first president, is determined to find out what his
namesake ate for breakfast. His search takes him to the
library, to the attic, and to Mount Vernon. For grades 2-4.  
1969.

Grandpa, Is Everything Black Bad? RC 49848
by Sandy Lynne Holman 
read by Bob Moore
1 cassette
Because young Montsho sees so many black things that seem to
be bad, he begins to wonder if being black is bad, too. His
grandfather explains their heritage and assures him that
it's not the outside appearance that makes a person good or
bad. For grades 2-4 and older readers. 1999.

Junebug and the Reverend RC 49542
by Alice Mead 
read by Peter Jay Fernandez
1 cassette
Junebug and his younger sister have moved with their mother
into the building where she is the resident manager for a
group of elderly tenants. Junebug plans to take sailing
lessons, but mother insists he must take an aging minister
for a walk each morning. Sequel to Junebug (RC 42388). For
grades 3-6. 1998.

Mei Fuh: Memories from China RC 47269
by Edith Schaeffer 
read by Margaret Strom
1 cassette
Describes the activities of the young daughter of American
teachers in China. Mei Fuh is born in the city of Wenchow in
1914. When she is almost six, her family moves to America
and she leaves behind her Chinese lifestyle. For grades 3-6.
1998.

Seedfolks RC 47065
by Paul Fleischman 
read by Larry Shapiro
1 cassette
A Vietnamese girl plants lima beans and begins the
transformation of a trash-filled vacant lot into a community
garden. People of many nationalities join in and friendships
develop among the gardeners. For grades 5-8. 1997.

Shibumi and the Kitemaker RC 49847
by Mercer Mayer 
read by MaryBeth Wise
1 cassette
The emperor's daughter, Shibumi, flies on a giant kite above
the squalid city outside the palace in the hope of
persuading her father to improve his people's living
conditions. But the decision is not just between her and her
father, and Shibumi risks never seeing her father again. For
grades 2-4.   1999.

We Goddesses: Athena, Aphrodite, Hera RC 49725
by Doris Orgel 
read by Kimberly Schraf
1 cassette
Three Greek immortals--Athena, goddess of wisdom; Aphrodite,
goddess of love; and Hera, goddess of marriage--tell their
own stories. The introduction provides background on the
society and religion of ancient Greece. For grades 6-9 and
older readers. 1999.

While No One Was Watching RC 47724
by Jane Leslie Conly 
read by Gary Tipton
1 cassette
The summer their father is working out of town, Earl,
Frankie, and Angela are left with their alcoholic Aunt Lula,
but she vanishes. Earl hangs out with their older cousin and
begins stealing. Tagging along on one job, seven-year-old
Frankie takes a pet rabbit. The hare's owner, Addie, and her
friend leave their nice neighborhood to track down the
thieves. For grades 6-9. 1998.

Braille

Henry and Mudge and the Snowman Plan BR 13175
by Cynthia Rylant 
1 volume
When Henry sees a sign announcing a snowman contest, he and
his huge dog, Mudge, run home to tell Henry's father. They
find him covered with green smudges from painting a chair.
That gives Henry an idea for the contest. Easy chapter book.
For grades K-3.   1999.

Growing Up

Cassettes

Anne of Green Gables; Anne of Avonlea; Anne's House of
Dreams RC 50475
by Lucy Maud Montgomery 
read by Jill Fox
6 cassettes (Reissue)
An anthology of three complete novels chronicling Anne's
passage from eleven-year-old orphan to village schoolteacher
to the bride of young doctor Gilbert Blythe, who provides
her with the house of her dreams. The first book was
originally published in 1908. For grades 5-8 and older
readers. 1985.

Blackwater RC 50943
by Eve Bunting 
read by Erik Sandvold
1 cassette
When Brodie and his cousin Alex go to the river, Brodie
finds Pauline--the girl he wants to date--with another guy,
Otis. Brodie plays a dumb prank on Pauline, which turns
tragic as she and Otis are swept away downriver. But then
lying about what happened makes matters worse. For grades 5-
8. 1999.

Bloomability RC 47725
by Sharon Creech 
read by Ann Hodapp
1 cassette
Dinnie's family moves around a lot while her father looks
for work. As she turns thirteen, her sister becomes pregnant
and her brother gets in trouble. An aunt and uncle offer to
take Dinnie with them to attend school in Switzerland.
Dismayed at first, she gradually learns to embrace her new
life. For grades 4-7. 1998.

Countdown RC 49755
by Ben Mikaelsen 
read by Gary Roan
1 cassette
NASA has selected Elliot as its first junior astronaut. From
space he talks by radio with people on Earth, including
Vincent, a Maasai youth. Elliot and Vincent argue over their
respective beliefs and customs, but finally realize that
such differences need not be barriers to friendship. Some
violence. For grades 5-8. 1996.

Gus and Grandpa and the Two-Wheeled Bike RC 50179
by Claudia Mills 
read by Rick Foucheux
1 cassette
Gus feels safer with the training wheels on his bike, even
though he has a friend who doesn't need them. Gus's father
tries to help him overcome his fear, but it is grandpa who
finds the right way to help Gus ride without the extra
support. A beginning chapter book. For grades K-3. 1999.

Heads or Tails: Stories from the Sixth Grade RC 46344
by Jack Gantos 
read by Dick Jenkins
1 cassette
A new year in yet another new school finds Jack having
problems with his teacher, his handwriting, and the girl he
likes on the safety patrol. At home Jack demands a diary
like his older sister's and worries about rabies from a dog
bite, alligators in the canal, and his father's bad luck
with jobs. But Jack is plucky and survives it all. For
grades 5-8. 1994.

Homeless Bird RC 50592
by Gloria Whelan 
read by Yolande Bavan
1 cassette
When Koly turns thirteen, her parents arrange a marriage for
her according to the custom in India. But Koly's young
husband is seriously ill and may die. She hides a pair of
silver earrings--her only possession of value--as a
precaution against an uncertain future. For grades 6-9.
2000.

I Can't Believe I Have to Do This RC 48554
by Jan Alford 
read by Erik Sandvold
1 cassette
On Dean Matthews's twelfth birthday, his mother gives him
the worst present ever--a journal. Dean's brief entries
during the next year alternate with fuller descriptions of
growing pains: fights with his sister, guilt over his dog's
accident, and behavior that leads to his arrest. For grades
5-8. 1997.

Jack's Black Book RC 46329
by Jack Gantos 
read by Phil Regensdorf
1 cassette
Now in the seventh grade, Jack feels like a total misfit at
a vocational school where wood shop is taught three days a
week. He feels hopeless after failing an IQ test to qualify
for another school. What Jack really wants is to be a
writer, so he carries around a black notebook hoping for
inspiration from his muse. For grades 5-8. 1997.

Jazmin's Notebook RC 47277
by Nikki Grimes 
read by Michele Schaeffer
1 cassette
Fourteen-year-old Jazmin has spent most of her life in
foster homes. For the past year, she has lived with her
older sister CeCe in a small apartment in Harlem. Jazmin
refuses to let her past get her down. Instead she spends
hours on the stoop of her building, dreaming about her
college future and jotting down her observations. For grades
6-9. 1998.

Jungle Dogs RC 49434
by Graham Salisbury 
read by Jack Fox
1 cassette
In Hawaii, twelve-year-old Boy Regis is taunted as a "sissy"
by his older brother, Damon, because Boy is afraid of wild
dogs and refuses to defend himself against bullies. When
Damon takes up a fight with gang members on Boy's behalf,
events escalate and change both brothers' lives. Some
violence. For grades 5-8. 1998.

Littlejim's Dreams RC 48955
by Gloria Houston 
read by Andy Chappell
1 cassette
In 1920 fourteen-year-old Littlejim dreams of continuing his
education and becoming an aviator. But when his mother
becomes seriously ill and his logger father, Bigjim, has
problems with a timber thief, Littlejim makes helping his
family his top priority. For grades 4-7. 1997.

Missing Girls RC 49366
by Lois Metzger 
read by Constance Crawford
1 cassette
In 1967, eighth-grader Carrie is staying with her immigrant
grandmother, Mutti, while her widowed father is away. Carrie
finds her life empty, except when she's around the vivacious
mother of her new friend, Mona. But Mona seems more
impressed by what Carrie's mother and Mutti endured during
World War II. For grades 6-9.  1999.

No Turning Back: A Novel of South Africa RC 47265
by Beverley Naidoo 
read by Bob Moore
1 cassette
Twelve-year-old Sipho decides that he will take his chances
on the streets of Johannesburg rather than risk more
beatings from his new stepfather. Sipho meets other runaway
boys, who teach him the basics of survival. He learns there
are worse people than cruel stepfathers, but he also finds
reasons to hope for the future. For grades 5-8. 1995.

Not Just a Summer Crush RC 48345
by C.S. Adler 
read by Carol Dines
1 cassette
Twelve-year-old Hana is the baby of the family and feels
neglected. When she discovers that Mr. Crane, her teacher,
is vacationing at the beach, Hana develops a crush on him as
they become friends. Hana's family is wary of their
relationship but learns to appreciate her feelings. For
grades 5-8. 1998.

Ordinary Miracles RC 49721
by Stephanie S. Tolan 
read by Robert Sams
1 cassette
Tired of being his twin brother Matthew's shadow, eighth-
grader Mark Filkins is excited about meeting a Nobel Prize-
winning genetic engineer who challenges some of the boy's
fundamentalist Christian beliefs. The experience leads Mark
to many discoveries. Companion to Save Halloween! (RC
40364). For grades 5-8. 1999.

Owen Foote, Money Man RC 51158
by Stephanie Greene 
read by Erik Sandvold
1 cassette
Eight-year-old Owen needs cash because there is a lot of
neat stuff he'd like to buy. But his mother's suggestion of
doing chores for a weekly allowance sounds like too much
work. Beginning chapter book. Sequel to Owen Foote,
Frontiersman (RC 49561). For grades 2-4. 2000.

Staying Nine RC 47545
by Pam Conrad 
read by Kristin Allison
1 cassette
Heather really likes being nine years old, and she tells her
mom not to throw her a birthday party because she has
decided not to turn ten. To prove she isn't changing,
Heather squeezes into the same clothes for her class photo
that she wore last year. For grades 3-6. 1988.

Stone Fox RC 48664
by John Reynolds Gardiner 
read by Michael Kramer
1 cassette
Ten-year-old Willy enjoys life with his grandfather on a
small potato farm in Wyoming, until the elderly man seems to
give up on life. Willy is determined to keep the farm going
and harvests an entire crop with just his dog, Searchlight.
Now he must earn $500 to pay the taxes. For grades 3-6.
1980.

Sun and Spoon RC 47597
by Kevin Henkes 
read by Gary Tipton
1 cassette
After the death of his beloved grandmother, ten-year-old
Spoon pockets Gram's special deck of solitaire cards as a
keepsake. When his grandfather becomes nostalgic and
searches for the missing cards, Spoon returns the deck in
exchange for another memento with a very special meaning.
For grades 4-7. 1997.

Today I Feel Silly and Other Moods That Make My Day RC 47495
by Jamie Lee Curtis 
read by Laura Giannarelli
1 cassette
A child tells in rhyme about feeling different--silly,
grumpy, angry, joyful, or confused--on different days. For
preschool-grade 2. 1998.

Trino's Choice RC 50827
by Diane Gonzales Bertrand 
read by Peter Jay Fernandez
1 cassette
When thirteen-year-old Trino becomes friendly with Lisana
and her "school type" friends, he begins to see a different
way of life outside the barrio. But Trino is still lured by
neighborhood losers with the promise of easy money, and he
must decide which way to go. For grades 6-9 and older
readers. 1999.

The Uncivil War RC 50385
by Sheila Solomon Klass 
read by Kristin Allison
1 cassette
Overweight twelve-year-old Asa Andersen is overprotected and
overfed by her mother. But when a new boy at school calls
her "Fatso," Asa goes on a hunger strike--and declares war
on her classmate. For grades 4-7. 1997.

Braille

All by Myself BR 13171
by Mercer Mayer 
1 volume
Demonstrates all the things young children can do by
themselves. They can dress themselves, brush their hair,
ride a bike, help Mom and Dad, and even help take care of a
baby sister. But there is still one thing they can't do. For
preschool-grade 2. 1983.

Altogether, One at a Time BR 12682
by E.L. Konigsburg 
1 volume
Four short coping stories. In "Inviting Jason," Stan learns
something about dyslexia; in "The Night of the Leonids,"
Lewis spends time at his grandmother's; in "Camp Fat," Clara
learns to love herself; and in "Momma at the Pearly Gates,"
Momma copes with prejudice. Some strong language. For grades
4-7. 1971.

A Different Kind of Hero BR 12673
by Ann R. Blakeslee 
1 volume
Colorado mining town, 1881. Renny Sholto, twelve, often
disappoints his father by being too softhearted. When Wong
Gum Zi, a young Chinese immigrant, comes to town, Renny is
the only one who accepts him. But their friendship causes
Renny lots of trouble, especially with his dad. For grades
5-8. 1997.

Figuring Out Frances BR 12689
by Gina Willner-Pardo 
1 volume
Abigail is bothered by two mysteries at the start of the
fourth grade. One, why does her grandmother with Alzheimer's
disease now call Abigail "Frances"? And, two, why did her
best friend, Travis Mooney, change so much when he
transferred to her school this year? For grades 4-7. 1999.

The King of Dragons BR 12685
by Carol Fenner 
2 volumes
Ian, eleven, lives with his father in an abandoned city
hall. Being homeless is no fun, and they are often hungry
and cold. When workers arrive to convert the building into a
kite museum, Ian decides to involve himself with the group--
especially since his father has disappeared. For grades 6-9.
1998.

Leo the Late Bloomer BR 13068
by Robert Kraus 
1 volume
Little tiger Leo couldn't do anything the other young
animals were doing; he couldn't read, write, draw, eat
neatly, or even speak. Leo's father was worried, but Leo's
mother was certain Leo was just a late bloomer. And in his
own good time, Leo proved his mother right! PRINT/BRAILLE.
For preschool-grade 2. 1971.

Saving Shiloh BR 12872
by Phyllis Reynolds Naylor 
1 volume
Sequel to Shiloh Season (BR 12871). When Judd Travers
appears to be mending his mean and angry ways, his young
friend Marty is encouraged, despite rumors of Judd's
involvement in criminal activities. Judd repays Marty's
confidence by rescuing Marty's dog, Shiloh, from drowning.
For grades 4-7. 1997.

Shiloh Season BR 12871
by Phyllis Reynolds Naylor 
1 volume
It's been a month since Marty adopted his mistreated beagle,
Shiloh, from his neighbor Judd. The only problem is that
Judd now wants the dog back. How can Marty convince Judd to
leave Shiloh alone? Sequel to Shiloh (BR 11971). For grades
4-7. 1996.

When Sophie Gets Angry--Really, Really Angry... BR 13017
by Molly Bang 
1 volume
When Sophie loses her temper and becomes angry with the
whole world, she runs outside to climb her favorite tree.
Then she calms down and returns home relaxed. PRINT/BRAILLE.
For preschool-grade 2. Caldecott Honor.  1999.

Historical

Abraham's Battle: A Novel of Gettysburg RC 49714
by Sara Harrell Banks 
read by Steven Carpenter
1 cassette
June 1863. The families of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, know
there will soon be fighting in their town. When ex-slave
Abraham Small and his charge, Ladysmith, meet a young
Confederate soldier, Abraham decides to fight for his
beliefs and becomes an ambulance driver for the Union. For
grades 4-7. 1999.

Across the Wide and Lonesome Prairie: The Oregon Trail Diary
of Hattie Campbell RC 47406
by Kristiana Gregory 
read by Jill Fox
1 cassette
In 1847 Hattie is given a diary for her thirteenth birthday.
When her family takes a March-to-October journey from
Missouri to Oregon, she keeps an account of the dangerous
and tedious trip--its hardships and deaths, as well as the
joyful events that affect the group. An epilogue follows the
lives of fellow travelers up to 1906. For grades 4-7. 1997.

Alice Rose and Sam RC 47050
by Kathryn Lasky 
read by Cyn Delafield
1 cassette
1860s; Virginia City, Nevada. Twelve-year-old Alice Rose
Tucker, the daughter of the local newspaper editor, hates
her ugly mining town with its drunks, dance girls, and hired
killers. When reporter Samuel Clemens comes to work for her
father, Alice Rose finds a sympathetic ear. After she
witnesses a murder, Clemens helps her unveil a Confederate
conspiracy. For grades 4-7. 1998.

Anna of Byzantium RC 49891
by Tracy Barrett 
read by Jill Fox
1 cassette
In the eleventh century teenage Princess Anna expects to
inherit the throne of the Byzantine Empire from her father.
But her grandmother conspires with her younger brother John
to displace her. Anna fails to defeat the plot and is exiled
to a convent. For grades 6-9 and older readers. 1999.

Anson's Way RC 50223
by Gary D. Schmidt 
read by Anne Flosnik
1 cassette
Following family tradition, young Englishman Anson Staplyton
proudly enlists as a drummer boy under the command of his
father, who leads peacekeeping troops in Ireland for King
George II. But Anson is soon shocked by the atrocities
committed against the peasants and must choose between his
conscience and his king. For grades 5-8.   1999.

Bat 6 RC 47049
by Virginia Euwer Wolff 
read by Marilyn Gleason
2 cassettes
1949. The sixth-grade girls of Bear Creek Ridge and Barlow
are preparing for their annual softball game. Bear Creek is
happy to have first-baseman Aki home from a Japanese
internment camp. Barlow's new girl, Shazam, is a phenomenal
player but harbors hatred and anger about the war. No one
anticipates the tragedy that occurs during the game. For
grades 5-8. 1998.

The Beaded Moccasins: The Story of Mary Campbell RC 46666
by Lynda Durrant 
read by Suzanne Toren
1 cassette
On her twelfth birthday, wearing a new lace-trimmed dress,
Mary is captured by Delaware Indians and forced to march
west with them. She is chosen to replace the leader's dead
granddaughter and becomes part of his family. Based on a
historical incident in Pennsylvania in 1759. For grades 5-8.
1998.

Behind the Bedroom Wall RC 47298
by Laura E. Williams 
read by Faith Potts
1 cassette
During the Holocaust, young German Korinna is proud to be a
member of the Nazi youth group and agrees that those who
help Jews should be punished. When she learns that her own
parents are hiding a Jewish family behind her bedroom wall,
Korinna is devastated. For grades 4-7. 1996.

Between the Dragon and the Eagle RC 49356
by Mical Schneider 
read by Constance Crawford
1 cassette
A story about traders traveling the Silk Road in the first
century A.D. In central China Han Tzu prepares for his first
trip as caravan leader to carry a wealthy merchant's goods
and his own bolt of blue silk to sell in Parthia on the way
to Rome. For grades 4-7. 1997.

The Birchbark House RC 48991
by Louise Erdrich 
read by Michele Schaeffer
1 cassette
1840s. In Omakayas's seventh spring, she helps her Ojibwa
family build a summer home on an island in Lake Superior.
That winter during a smallpox outbreak, Omakayas shows her
devotion to her family and learns about her heritage. For
grades 4-7. 1999.

Boom Town RC 46525
by Sonia Levitin 
read by Marilyn Gleason
1 cassette
When Amanda, her mother, and her siblings arrive in
California, they do not want to live in the gold fields
where their father is panning for gold. So they build a
small cabin in town, though it's just a stage stop and a few
cabins. But when Amanda bakes one of her pies and sells it
to the miners, she starts a chain of events that makes the
town grow. For grades 2-4. 1998.

Captain Kate RC 48305
by Carolyn Reeder 
read by Kristin Allison
1 cassette
During the Civil War, twelve-year-old Kate is determined to
make her late father's annual coal-selling trip down the C&O
Canal. She reluctantly enlists her stepbrother Seth to help.
Their mutual antagonism turns into cooperation as they make
the hazardous journey without an adult. For grades 4-7.
1999.

The Captive RC 49852
by Joyce Hansen 
read by Bob Moore
1 cassette
West Africa, 1788. Kofi, a twelve-year-old Ashanti boy, is
sold into slavery by his father's own slave. After a few
years of servitude in Massachusetts, Kofi manages to escape
and is rescued by Paul Cuffe, an African-Indian ship captain
who abhors injustice. For grades 5-8. 1994.

The Escape from Home: Beyond the Western Sea, Book 1 RC
49316
by Avi 
read by Erik Sandvold
2 cassettes
Ireland, 1851. Maura, fifteen, and twelve-year-old Patrick
receive passage money from their father, whom they hope to
join in Boston. Before boarding ship in Liverpool, the
children befriend and find adventure with Laurence, a
wealthy runaway boy. Prequel to Lord Kirkle's Money (RC
49317). For grades 6-9. 1996.

Forty Acres and Maybe a Mule RC 48970
by Harriette Gillem Robinet 
read by Jack Fox
1 cassette
Pascal, who is about twelve, is excited when his brother
Gideon returns home in 1865 saying that all black men are
free, and they can have forty acres of land and maybe a
mule. Along with Nelly, a young slave girl, they set out to
claim their land. For grades 4-7. 1998.

Frozen Summer RC 49325
by Mary Jane Auch 
read by Marilyn Gleason
1 cassette
In 1816, Mem, now twelve, and her family have settled in
Genesee County in western New York. When Mem's mother has a
baby, she falls into a depression, leaving Mem with the
responsibility to care for her younger brother, Joshua, and
the baby. Sequel to Journey to Nowhere (RC 47447). For
grades 4-7. 1998.

The Gate in the Wall RC 50050
by Ellen Howard 
read by Martha Harmon Pardee
1 cassette
In Victorian England ten-year-old orphan Emma Deane has
already spent three years working in a silk factory when she
stumbles upon a job on a canal boat--a job that supplies her
with food, fresh air, and love. For grades 4-7. 1999.

The Ghost in the Tokaido Inn RC 50081
by Dorothy Hoobler and Thomas Hoobler 
read by Erik Sandvold
1 cassette
Japan, 1735. While attempting to solve the mystery of a
stolen jewel, Seikei, a merchant's fourteen-year-old son who
longs to be a samurai, joins a group of Kabuki actors. For
grades 6-9.   1999.

The Good Liar RC 49327
by Gregory Maguire 
read by Phil Regensdorf
1 cassette
When three Florida classmates must find someone old enough
to discuss World War II, they write to the artist Marcel
Delarue, who grew up in France's Loire Valley. Marcel
responds with tales of his childhood and the summer he and
his brother befriended a German soldier. For grades 4-7.
1995.

Gratefully Yours RC 49039
by Jane Buchanan 
read by Peg Gilleland
1 cassette
In 1923, Hattie, nine, rides the Orphan Train to Nebraska
and is taken in by Henry and Elizabeth Jansen, who recently
lost their young son and unborn daughter. Henry needs
Hattie's help with the farm work and in caring for
Elizabeth, who is often ill. Hattie hopes she will be
treated kindly. For grades 4-7. 1997.

The Hatmaker's Sign: A Story by Benjamin Franklin RC 47286
retold by Candace Fleming 
read by Terence Aselford
1 cassette
Thomas Jefferson finishes writing the Declaration of
Independence and thinks he has created a perfect document.
But members of the Continental Congress have different ideas
and start rewriting it. To make Jefferson feel better,
Benjamin Franklin tells him a story about a hatmaker and a
sign he wanted to put above his store. For grades 2-4. 1998.

Hide and Seek RC 49702
by Ida Vos 
read by Kimberly Schraf
1 cassette
A story in which preteen Rachel Hartog experiences the
horrors of the Nazi occupation of Holland. She writes about
how she is forced to wear a big yellow star with the word
"Jew," why her family goes into hiding, and the war's
aftershock. For grades 5-8. 1981.

Hope's Crossing RC 48335
by Joan Elizabeth Goodman 
read by Carol Dines
1 cassette
Connecticut, 1779. Hope Wakeman, almost thirteen, is
kidnapped from her home by English Loyalists. Forced into
servitude, Hope is rescued by her captor's elderly mother,
who flees with her to New York City. While arranging the
rest of the journey home, the two are stricken with deadly
smallpox. For grades 5-8. 1998.

I Am Regina RC 49650
by Sally M. Keehn 
read by Carol Dines
2 cassettes
Pennsylvania, 1755. Eleven-year-old Regina is taken captive
by warring Indians after they attack her family's farmhouse,
killing her father and brother. Hoping to someday be rescued
by her mother, Regina endures nine years of privation in an
Indian village. Based on a true story. For grades 5-8. 1991.

I Rode a Horse of Milk White Jade RC 47153
by Diane Lee Wilson 
read by Gabriella Cavallero
2 cassettes
Outside Hangchou, China, in A.D. 1339, Oyuna tells her
granddaughter the story of her girlhood adventures on
horseback. Although a mere girl with a crushed foot, Oyuna
is led across Mongolia to the court of Kublai Khan by her
love for her horse, Bayan. For grades 6-9. 1998.

Inside the Walls of Troy: A Novel of the Women Who Lived the
Trojan War RC 47839
by Clemence McLaren 
read by Celeste Lawson
1 cassette
Queen Helen of Sparta, the most beautiful woman in the
world, and Prince Paris fall in love and flee to Troy.
Paris's sister, Cassandra, is a prophetess who foresees the
doom their impetuous act will bring, even before Helen
arrives and the Greeks lay siege to Troy. Helen and
Cassandra, along with other women, helplessly watch the
battles from the city's walls. For grades 6-9. 1996.

The Journal of Joshua Loper: A Black Cowboy RC 48665
by Walter Dean Myers 
read by Chuck Young
1 cassette
Chisholm Trail, 1871. Sixteen-year-old Joshua Loper goes on
his first cattle drive from Texas to Abilene, Kansas. As one
of three African Americans on the crew, Joshua contends with
prejudice from the white trail boss, along with the physical
hardships and dangers of being a cowhand. For grades 4-7.
1999.

Journey to Nowhere RC 47447
by Mary Jane Auch 
read by Marilyn Gleason
1 cassette
In 1815 when Mem is eleven, her father decides to move the
family from their Connecticut farm to the wilderness of
western New York state. Their trip in an oxen-pulled wagon
is full of adventures, including the time Mem falls out of
the wagon and is left behind. For grades 4-7. 1997.

Keeper of the Light RC 46595
by Patricia Curtis Pfitsch 
read by Anne Mullen
1 cassette
Faith Sutton grows up at Port Henry Lighthouse on Lake
Superior in the late 1800s. When her father dies rescuing
sailors during a storm, Faith takes pride in keeping the
light burning. When the Lighthouse Board sends a new keeper,
Faith and her family return to the city. Yet Faith worries
about the light, and when her mother's life is endangered,
Faith returns to Port Henry. For grades 5-8. 1997.

Keeping Secrets: The Orphan Train Adventures RC 47097
by Joan Lowery Nixon 
read by Madelyn Buzzard
1 cassette
1863. After escaping an attack by Confederate raiders in
Lawrence, Kansas, Violet Hennessey finds a welcome temporary
home with the Kelly family in St. Joseph, Missouri. Eleven-
year-old Peg Kelly is intrigued by Violet but soon realizes
that the stranger's timid behavior is all an act. For grades
5-8. 1995.

The King's Swift Rider: A Novel on Robert the Bruce RC 48067
by Mollie Hunter 
read by Rick Rohan
2 cassettes
Scotland, 1307. While evading pursuit by the English, Robert
the Bruce, king of Scots, recruits sixteen-year-old Martin
as his page and eighteen-year-old Sean as a soldier in the
cause to free Scotland. Martin's horse-riding skills and
resourcefulness make him a worthy spy during the next seven
years. Some violence. For grades 6-9. 1998.

Lord Kirkle's Money: Beyond the Western Sea, Book 2 RC 49317
by Avi 
read by Erik Sandvold
3 cassettes
Continuing from The Escape from Home...(RC 49316), Maura and
her brother Patrick are aboard a crowded emigrant ship
headed for America, with Laurence stowed away below decks.
Their arrival in Massachusetts is not at all what they
anticipated, but their friendship endures. For grades 6-9.
1996.

Mr. Revere and I: Being an Account of Certain Episodes in
the Career of Paul Revere, Esq., as Recently Revealed by His
Horse, Scheherazade, Late Pride of His Royal Majesty's 14th
Regiment of Foot RC 48517
by Robert Lawson 
read by Marilyn Gleason
1 cassette
An unconventional account of the American Revolution by the
horse who becomes part of the Revere family and takes Paul
on his midnight ride. For grades 6-9. 1953.

My Brother, My Enemy RC 48668
by Madge Harrah 
read by Bruce Nelson
1 cassette
Virginia, 1676. When fourteen-year-old Robert Bradford finds
his family slaughtered by Susquehannock Indians, he suspects
that his blood brother participated in the raid. Seeking
revenge, Robert joins Nathaniel Bacon and his volunteer
militia. Then Robert learns that Nathaniel is also fighting
against the English government. For grades 5-8. 1997.

Nothing to Fear RC 49802
by Jackie French Koller 
read by Erik Sandvold
2 cassettes
New York City, 1932. When his Irish father moves away to
find work and his mother becomes ill, thirteen-year-old
Danny Garvey struggles to help his family during the Great
Depression. With the help of the neighbors the family pulls
through. For grades 6-9 and older readers. 1991.

Our Only May Amelia RC 50217
by Jennifer L. Holm 
read by Laura Giannarelli
1 cassette
In 1899, twelve-year-old May Amelia lives with her Finnish
American family in the small Washington community of Nasel.
A tomboy with seven brothers, May becomes anxious about her
family's bad luck. Some strong language. For grades 4-7.
1999.

Pharaoh's Daughter: A Novel of Ancient Egypt RC 50658
by Julius Lester 
read by Ann Hodapp
1 cassette
A fictional version of the biblical story of Moses. An
Egyptian princess rescues a Hebrew infant who eventually
becomes a prophet of his people, while his sister finds her
true self as a priestess to the gods of ancient Egypt. For
grades 6-9. 2000.

Phoebe the Spy RC 48334
by Judith Berry Griffin 
read by Jill Fox
1 cassette (Reissue)
New York City, 1776. Freeman Samuel Fraunces entrusts his
thirteen-year-old daughter, Phoebe, to the revolutionary war
effort to serve as a spy. Her mission is to prevent an
assassination attempt against General George Washington.
Based on a true story; formerly titled Phoebe and the
General. For grades 3-6. 1977.

Rachel's Journal: The Story of a Pioneer Girl RC 48394
by Marissa Moss 
read by Laura Giannarelli
1 cassette
Ten-year-old Rachel's account of her family's journey from
their home in Illinois to California in 1850. She describes
crossing the muddy Missouri River and the swollen Platte
River, the scorching deserts, and the snow-covered Sierra
Nevada and the birth of her baby sister, who is named Sierra
Nevada. For grades 3-6. 1998.

Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry RC 50326
by Mildred D. Taylor 
read by Samarra Mbenga
2 cassettes (Reissue)
Nine-year-old Cassie Logan recalls a turbulent time in
Mississippi during the Great Depression--a year of night
riders, burnings, and threats. She describes her African
American family's struggle to survive with their dignity and
independence intact. Some strong language. For grades 6-9.
Newbery Award.  1976.

Saratoga Secret RC 49709
by Betsy Sterman 
read by Margaret Strom
2 cassettes
Hudson River Valley, 1777. Sixteen-year-old Amity Spencer is
living on a farm near Saratoga, when the menfolk rush to
defend the colony against a British invasion from Canada.
Amity grows suspicious when peddler Cheppa John fails to
join the men and disappears. Is he a spy? For grades 6-9.
1998.

The Shakespeare Stealer RC 48421
by Gary Blackwood 
read by Phil Regensdorf
1 cassette
Fourteen-year-old Widge is an orphan in Elizabethan England,
trained to use shorthand to help an unprincipled clergyman
steal sermons. Widge goes to London to purloin plays from
William Shakespeare's company, but instead he is welcomed by
the troupe and becomes part of the theater family. For
grades 4-7 and older readers. 1998.

Soft Rain: A Story of the Cherokee Trail of Tears RC 48112
by Cornelia Cornelissen 
read by Kristin Allison
1 cassette
Soft Rain is nine years old in 1838 when soldiers come to
move her Cherokee tribe from North Carolina to the West.
Soft Rain and her mother are forced to grab belongings and
start the journey without Soft Rain's father and brother.
For grades 3-6. 1998.

Spirit Horse RC 48876
by Ned Ackerman 
read by Erik Sandvold
1 cassette
Although newly arrived in the Kainaa band of the Blackfoot
people, Running Crane, a Siksika youth, is chosen by Wolf
Eagle to accompany the horse raiders. Later separated from
the group, Running Crane courageously tames a legendary
stallion and rescues wounded Wolf Eagle. For grades 5-8.
1998.

Stealing Freedom RC 49079
by Elisa Carbone 
read by Ilona Dulaski
2 cassettes
Maryland, 1850s. Young slave girl Ann Maria suffers many
hardships, including separation from her family. An
abolitionist helps her escape to Canada on the Underground
Railroad. Based on a true case. For grades 6-9. 1998.

Susannah RC 49565
by Janet Hickman 
read by Kristin Allison
1 cassette
Fourteen-year-old Susannah and her widowed father have
joined a Shaker frontier settlement, where children are kept
separate from adults. Susannah finds her new life oppressive
and befriends young Mary, whose outsider mother aims to
remove her daughter from the community. Both girls hope for
rescue. For grades 5-8. 1998.

A Traitor among Us RC 49413
by Elizabeth Van Steenwyk 
read by Brian Conn
1 cassette
1944. In the German-occupied Netherlands, thirteen-year-old
Pieter's hatred of the Nazis gradually involves him in ever
more dangerous work for the underground resistance. Now,
with a wounded American soldier hidden in his house, he
especially fears betrayal by an unidentified village
traitor. For grades 5-8. 1998.

Trouble River RC 48326
by Betsy Byars 
read by Jack Fox
1 cassette (Reissue)
Dewey Martin dreams of leisurely excursions down the Trouble
River on the Rosey B, his homemade raft. He and his
grandmother and his dog actually use it to dodge the attack
of hostile Indians, wolves, and terrifying rapids. For
grades 4-7. 1969.

Trouble's Daughter: The Story of Susanna Hutchinson, Indian
Captive RC 48226
by Katherine Kirkpatrick 
read by Mitzi Friedlander
2 cassettes
Dutch colonies, 1643. Anne Hutchinson and her youngest
children move to a farm in the wilderness. When the Lenape
Indians attack, only nine-year-old Susanna is left alive and
taken captive. For three-and-a-half years, Susanna gradually
becomes one of the tribe until her family buys her back.
Some violence. For grades 5-8 and older readers. 1998.

Water Rat RC 49842
by Marnie Laird 
read by Michael Scherer
1 cassette
Delaware Bay, 1748. Fourteen-year-old crippled orphan Matt
"Water Rat" Burton works long hours for an abusive tavern
owner. Then Matt goes to live on the Campbell family farm,
where he uses his knowledge of the local waterways to
uncover the secret hideout of marauding pirates. For grades
6-9. 1998.

Wish Me Luck RC 47232
by James Heneghan 
read by John Lescault
1 cassette
When the Nazis start bombing Liverpool, England, twelve-
year-old Jamie Monaghan and the two children next door are
evacuated to Canada aboard the passenger liner City of
Benares. On the fifth day at sea, a German U-boat torpedos
the ship. Some strong language. For grades 6-9. 1997.

Braille

Cast Two Shadows: The American Revolution in the South BR
12748
by Ann Rinaldi 
2 volumes
South Carolina colony, 1780. Caroline Whitaker, fourteen, is
a virtual house prisoner of the British after her rebel
father is jailed. Men from both sides maraud through the
countryside spreading terror. But she and her slave
grandmother venture out to rescue Caroline's brother Johnny.
Some violence. For grades 6-9. 1998.

Crazy Horse's Vision BR 13064
by Joseph Bruchac 
1 volume
A story based on the life of the quiet and generous Lakota
youth who grew up to be a courageous warrior and leader. It
explains how he sought a vision to help his people and
received his adult name, Crazy Horse, from his father.
PRINT/BRAILLE. For grades 2-4.   2000.

Dark Shade BR 12634
by Jane Louise Curry 
1 volume
When Maggie, sixteen, follows her friend Kip into the
forest, she doesn't expect to be transported back in time.
But she becomes involved in the French and Indian War of
1758. Kip wants to remain with the Lenap Indians, but
Maggie is afraid of changing history. For grades 6-9. 1998.

Dear Austin: Letters from the Underground Railroad BR 12562
by Elvira Woodruff 
1 volume
In 1853, Levi writes letters to his older brother about his
adventures in Pennsylvania. Then Darcy--the sister of Levi's
African American friend Jupiter--disappears, so Levi and
Jupiter head south to search the slave markets for her. Levi
recounts his subsequent experiences with the Underground
Railroad. Sequel to Dear Levi...(BR 10365). For grades 4-7.
1998.

The Drums of Noto Hanto BR 13002
by J. Alison James 
1 volume
Villagers in ancient Japan use their wits to avert an attack
by a fleet of samurai warriors. Relying on their mighty
drums, masks of bark and seaweed, and beach bonfires,
residents frighten off the invaders. PRINT/BRAILLE. For
grades K-3. 1999.

Echohawk BR 12923
by Lynda Durrant 
1 volume
In 1738 four-year-old Jonathan is abducted by Mohican
warriors and renamed Echohawk. The boy adapts well to his
new family. Then at age twelve he and his brother are sent
to an English school, where he discovers his earlier
heritage. Prequel to Turtle Clan Journey (BR 12924). For
grades 5-8. 1996.

Faraway Summer BR 11930
by Johanna Hurwitz 
1 volume
In 1910, orphaned Dossi, twelve, lives with her seamstress
sister, Ruthi, in a New York tenement. Ruthi signs Dossi up
for a Fresh Air Fund vacation on a Vermont farm. Dossi knows
the family members are puzzled by her Jewish customs, but
she can't understand why the daughter is so unfriendly to
her. For grades 5-8. 1998.

Good Night, Maman BR 13026
by Norma Fox Mazer 
1 volume
After spending years fleeing the Nazis in war-torn Europe,
Karin Levi, twelve, and her fourteen-year-old brother, Marc,
reach a refugee camp in Oswego, New York. They gradually
learn English and assimilate into American society. Karin
writes letters to her mother until Marc informs his sister
of her death. For grades 5-8. 1999.

The House of Wisdom BR 13001
by Florence Parry Heide and Judith Heide Gilliland 
1 volume
Based on the true story of Ishaq, a young boy in ninth-
century Baghdad. When the caliph sends him on an expedition
in search of books for the House of Wisdom, Ishaq enjoys his
journey. But his greatest discovery is the power of the
written word. PRINT/BRAILLE. For grades 2-4. 1999.

The Kite Fighters BR 12840
by Linda Sue Park 
1 volume
Seoul, Korea, 1473. Eleven-year-old Young-sup realizes his
skill in kite flying, while his older brother Kee-sup
demonstrates his talent in designing and building beautiful
kites. As they prepare to enter the New Year's competition,
their very young king approaches them with some astonishing
requests. For grades 4-7.  2000.

Mr. Revere and I: Being an Account of Certain Episodes in
the Career of Paul Revere, Esq., as Recently Revealed by His
Horse, Scheherazade, Late Pride of His Royal Majesty's 14th
Regiment of Foot BR 12338
by Robert Lawson 
1 volume
An unconventional account of the American Revolution by the
horse who becomes part of the Revere family and takes Paul
on his midnight ride. For grades 6-9. 1953.

Number the Stars BR 12658
by Lois Lowry 
1 volume (Reissue)
During the German occupation of Denmark in World War II,
ten-year-old Annemarie Johansen learns the meaning of
bravery. She and her family take risks to help her Jewish
friend Ellen Rosen as the Nazis are persecuting the Danish
Jews. For grades 4-7. Newbery Medal.  1989.

Orphan Journey Home BR 12876
by Liza Ketchum 
1 volume
In 1828 Jesse, twelve, and Moses, thirteen, are returning
with their parents and two younger siblings from their
failed Illinois farm to grandmother's house in Kentucky.
When both parents die on the trip, the children must escape
the usual orphans' fate of becoming indentured servants. For
grades 5-8. 2000.

The Sacrifice BR 12674
by Diane Matcheck 
1 volume
Weak One, a Crow girl, is captured by the Pawnees and taken
to their camp, where she is cared for by Wolfstar. The two
have feelings for each other--until it is time for Weak One
to become a human sacrifice. Can she escape? For grades 6-9.
1998.

Turtle Clan Journey BR 12924
by Lynda Durrant 
1 volume
In this sequel to Echohawk (BR12923), the English boy raised
with the Mohicans continues to feel the conflict of his dual
heritage. Captured and sent to live with his aunt in Albany,
Echohawk escapes and makes a perilous journey to Ohio with
his Mohican father and brother. For grades 5-8. 1999.

Holidays

Cassettes

December RC 48294
by Eve Bunting 
read by Erik Sandvold
1 cassette
Simon and his mother live in a cardboard box. They don't
have much, but they offer to share what they have with an
old woman who has even less. She spends Christmas Eve with
them, but the next morning she is gone. By the next
Christmas, their luck has changed. For grades 2-4. 1997.

Eloise at Christmastime; Eloise in Moscow RC 49857
by Kay Thompson 
read by Laura Giannarelli
1 cassette
Two complete stories about the mischievous six-year-old who
lives at the Plaza Hotel. Eloise enjoys Christmas in her own
inimitable way, spreading cheer and giving gifts to the
staff. And, when Eloise and Nanny visit Moscow, she is
undaunted by language or cultural barriers. For grades 2-4
and older readers. 1958.

The Family under the Bridge RC 48442
by Natalie Savage Carlson 
read by Laura Giannarelli
1 cassette (Reissue)
Armand, an adventurous old hobo, lives under a bridge in
Paris. One December day he arrives there to discover three
redheaded children and a dog. Armand cares for the young
Calcets while their mother works. During one of their
escapades around the city, they tell Santa Claus they want a
real home. For grades 3-6. 1958.

The Fourth Wise Man: Based on the Story by Henry Van Dyke RC
48375
retold by Susan Summers 
read by Terence Aselford
1 cassette
Artaban plans to join the three wise men on their journey to
honor the Christ child, but he is delayed because he stops
to help a dying man. He goes on alone seeking the King of
the Jews for many years and helping strangers on the way.
For grades K-3. 1997.

How the Grinch Stole Christmas RC 47536
by Dr. Seuss 
read by Bob Askey
1 cassette (Reissue)
The Grinch, whose heart is two sizes too small, tries to
abolish Christmas by stealing all the presents from the
people in the valley.  For grades K-3. 1957.

Jeremy's Dreidel RC 48390
by Ellie Gellman 
read by David Elias
1 cassette
Jeremy's art class at the Jewish center is making dreidels
for Hanukkah. Each child can design one. Jeremy plans to use
a special design for his father, who is blind. For grades 3-
6 and older readers. 1992.

The Littlest Angel RC 48101
by Charles Tazewell 
read by Erik Sandvold
1 cassette
Only four years old when he arrives in heaven, the Littlest
Angel has difficulties adjusting to his new home and
managing his halo and wings. But his biggest problem is
deciding on a special gift for the Christ child's birth. For
grades K-3. 1946.

The Quiet Little Woman; Tilly's Christmas; Rosa's Tale:
Three Enchanting Christmas Stories RC 50119
by Louisa May Alcott 
read by Janis Gray
1 cassette
Stories by Alcott from the 1870s. In The Quiet Little Woman,
thirteen-year-old Patty, an orphan, dreams of being adopted
but is placed as a servant in the large Murray household.
Through Aunt Jane's intervention on Christmas day, the
Murrays begin to appreciate Patty's loving nature. For
grades 4-7 and older readers. 1999.

Braille

The Family under the Bridge BR 12223
by Natalie Savage Carlson 
1 volume (Reissue)
Armand, an adventurous old hobo, lives under a bridge in
Paris. One December day he arrives there to discover three
redheaded children and a dog. Armand cares for the young
Calcets while their mother works. During one of their
escapades around the city, they tell Santa Claus they want a
real home. For grades 3-6. 1958.

Jeremy's Dreidel BR 12254
by Ellie Gellman 
1 volume
Jeremy's art class at the Jewish center is making dreidels
for Hanukkah. Each child can design one. Jeremy plans to use
a special design for his father, who is blind. For grades 3-
6 and older readers. 1992.

Marvin's Best Christmas Present Ever BR 12128
by Katherine Paterson 
1 volume
Christmas is coming, and Marvin wants to make a nicer
present than the one he made for his parents last year.
Finally he decides to make a big wreath to hang on the end
of their house trailer. But when Christmas is past, he
doesn't want the wreath taken down. For grades K-3. 1997.

Nate the Great and the Crunchy Christmas BR 13200
by Marjorie Weinman Sharmat and Craig Sharmat 
1 volume
Nate the Great drops everything when his neighbor Annie's
large scary dog, Fang, needs a mystery solved. Fang's mother
sends him a card every Christmas, but this year's hasn't
arrived and Fang is unhappy. For grades 2-4. 1996.

The Quiet Little Woman; Tilly's Christmas; Rosa's Tale:
Three Enchanting Christmas Stories BR 12725
by Louisa May Alcott 
1 volume
Stories by Alcott from the 1870s. In The Quiet Little Woman,
thirteen-year-old Patty, an orphan, dreams of being adopted
but is placed as a servant in the large Murray household.
Through Aunt Jane's intervention on Christmas day, the
Murrays begin to appreciate Patty's loving nature. For
grades 4-7 and older readers.   1999.

Humor

Cassettes

The Adventures of Captain Underpants: An Epic Novel RC 49974
by Dav Pilkey 
read by Rick Rohan
1 cassette
Two mischievous fourth graders, George and Harold, enjoy
writing their own comic books about superhero Captain
Underpants, who flies around in his underwear. Then one day
they hypnotize their principal into thinking that he is
Captain Underpants, and they have some amazing adventures
with him. For grades 2-4. 1997.

Annabel the Actress Starring in Gorilla My Dreams RC 50048
by Ellen Conford 
read by Kristin Allison
1 cassette
Annabel runs an ad each week offering her services as an
actress. When she finally gets a call, Annabel is slightly
disappointed that her role is to be a gorilla at a birthday
party. But she is determined to be the best gorilla
possible. Beginning chapter book. For grades 2-4. 1999.

The Chicken Doesn't Skate RC 49708
by Gordon Korman 
read by Terence Aselford
1 cassette
When Henrietta, a chicken involved in a science fair project
on the food chain, becomes the popular mascot of the
school's hockey team, people get stirred up. A hockey star,
a computer nerd, and an animal-rights activist join the fray
in deciding Henrietta's fate. For grades 4-7. 1996.

Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs RC 50751
by Judi Barrett 
read by Laura Giannarelli
1 cassette (Reissue)
Life is delicious in the town of Chewandswallow, where it
rains soup and juice, snows mashed potatoes, and blows
storms of hamburgers--until the weather takes a turn for the
worse. For grades K-3. 1978.

Five Novels: Alan Mendelsohn, the Boy from Mars; Slaves of
Spiegel; The Snarkout Boys and the Avocado of Death; The
Last Guru; Young Adult Novel RC 49136
by Daniel Pinkwater 
read by John Polk
3 cassettes
Collection of five complete novels of wacky humor originally
published between 1978 and 1982. Alan Mendelsohn, a new boy
at Bat Masterson Junior High, instigates a student riot over
whether he is from Mars. When he is suspended, his friend
Leonard Neeble finagles some time off too. For grades 5-8.
1997.

The Giggler Treatment RC 51050
by Roddy Doyle 
read by Anne Flosnik
1 cassette
The small furry Gigglers' favorite punishment for adults who
are unfair to children is to place dog poo in their path.
Now the Gigglers are after Mr. Mack and plan to use his
family's dog, Rover (who can talk), to supply the poo. But
perhaps they are making a mistake. For grades 2-4. 2000.

The Great Brain RC 50191
by John D. Fitzgerald 
read by Terence Aselford
1 cassette (Reissue)
Tom Fitzgerald, known as "the Great Brain," has swindled
practically every kid in Adenville, Utah. But he also uses
his brain power to rescue two friends from death in a cave
and to teach a Greek boy how to fight off the neighborhood
bully. For grades 4-7. 1967.

The Hoboken Chicken Emergency RC 49681
by Daniel Pinkwater 
read by Terence Aselford
1 cassette (Reissue)
Arthur Bobowicz goes to pick up his family's Thanksgiving
turkey at the butcher's and finds it's not there because of
a mix-up. But resourceful Arthur ends up with a choice
chicken--it just happens to weigh 266 pounds and cannot be
returned. For grades 3-6. 1977.

I Love You, Stinky Face RC 48509
by Lisa McCourt 
read by Cyn Delafield
1 cassette
When Mama tucks her little boy into bed, he has a few
questions. He wants to know what she would do if he were a
big scary ape, a smelly skunk, a meat-eating dinosaur, or
maybe a green alien. Mama, of course, assures him she will
love him no matter what. For grades K-3. 1997.

I Was a Third Grade Science Project RC 46918
by Mary Jane Auch 
read by Phil Regensdorf
1 cassette
Josh's best friend Brian comes up with an odd idea for their
science fair project: hypnotizing Brian's dog, Arful, into
thinking he's a cat. After a few sessions with the crystal,
Arful may not feel like a cat, but Josh certainly does! For
grades 2-4. 1998.

Jack on the Tracks: Four Seasons of Fifth Grade RC 49324
by Jack Gantos 
read by Arnie Warren
1 cassette
In this prequel to Heads or Tails (RC 46344), Jack and his
family move to Florida. Despite trying to be adult, Jack is
accidentally involved in multiple cat deaths, worried that
he is too obsessed with grossness, and forced by his angry
sister to stand naked by the tracks. For grades 5-8. 1999.

Meet Calliope Day RC 47317
by Charles Haddad 
read by Kristin Allison
1 cassette
Calliope is the type of girl who wears plastic fangs while
fantasizing about biting necks, collects Barbie heads to
throw at trick-or-treaters, and stages a food fight to sneak
out of the after-school program. When she becomes convinced
that her grumpy old neighbor is a witch, Calliope decides
she would be a perfect friend. For grades 3-6. 1998.

My Life as a Fifth-Grade Comedian RC 50797
by Elizabeth Levy 
read by Erik Sandvold
1 cassette
Class clown Bobby is on the verge of being sent to an
alternative school because of his disruptive behavior.
Recognizing that Bobby needs help channeling his sense of
humor, his teacher encourages him to organize a laugh-off
contest at school. For grades 4-7.   1997.

Never Trust a Dead Man RC 49395
by Vivian Vande Velde 
read by Robert Sams
1 cassette
In this medieval mystery story, Selwyn is accused of
murdering his rival Farold. As punishment, the villagers
seal him in the burial cave with Farold's corpse. But a
witch arrives and, in exchange for Selwyn's servitude,
brings Farold back to life as an annoying bat. For grades 6-
9. 1999.

Sideways Stories from Wayside School RC 48595
by Louis Sachar 
read by Marilyn Gleason
1 cassette
Thirty humorous stories about the students and teachers from
the top floor of a school accidentally built sideways with
thirty classrooms stacked on top of each other. Prequel to
Wayside School Is Falling Down (RC 48596). For grades 3-6.
1978.

The Sixth Grade Nickname Game RC 49111
by Gordon Korman 
read by Jill Fox
1 cassette
Best friends Jeff and Wiley enjoy picking nicknames that
stick, but occasionally their game backfires. Their new
teacher may be fired because class Six B, the "dim bulbs,"
failed their practice reading test. To prove they aren't so
dim, they need to pass the test and save their teacher. For
grades 3-6. 1998.

Smart Dog RC 49623
by Vivian Vande Velde 
read by Abigail Dorn
1 cassette
Fifth-grader Amy meets a polite talking dog on her way to
school. Sherlock turns out to be a science experiment,
fleeing from the lab that planned to dissect him. Amy gets
into trouble for lying to keep Sherlock, but in the end he
protects her from the class bully. For grades 4-7. 1998.

Wayside School Gets a Little Stranger RC 48597
by Louis Sachar 
read by Marilyn Gleason
1 cassette
The students on the thirtieth story of the school built
sideways have a series of unusual substitute teachers.
Sequel to Wayside School Is Falling Down (RC 48596). For
grades 3-6. 1995.

When Zachary Beaver Came to Town RC 49406
by Kimberly Willis Holt 
read by Robert Sams
1 cassette
Summer in Antler, Texas, is bittersweet for thirteen-year-
old Toby. His mother leaves for a country music contest, his
best friend's brother is killed in the Vietnam War, and the
fattest boy in the world, Zachary Beaver, is stranded in
Antler. For grades 6-9. National Book Award. 1999.


Braille

Beetles, Lightly Toasted BR 12391
by Phyllis Reynolds Naylor 
1 volume
Andy really wants to win a fifth-grade essay contest on
conservation, and he especially wants to beat his cousin
Jack. Andy's idea involves testing recipes using handy
critters--like beetles and worms--on unsuspecting eaters.
The results surprise him. For grades 3-6. 1987.

Buttons BR 13070
by Brock Cole 
1 volume
When an old man eats so much that his britches burst and his
buttons pop into the fire, his three daughters think up
different plans for replacing them. PRINT/BRAILLE. For
grades K-3.   2000.

Come Back, Amelia Bedelia BR 12067
by Peggy Parish 
1 volume
Amelia Bedelia cannot keep a job because she does exactly as
she is instructed. For example, as an office clerk Amelia
jumps up and down on letters that she is asked to stamp. For
K-3. 1971.

The Great Brain BR 13165
by John D. Fitzgerald 
1 volume (Reissue)
Tom Fitzgerald, known as "the Great Brain," has swindled
practically every kid in Adenville, Utah. But he also uses
his brain power to rescue two friends from death in a cave
and to teach a Greek boy how to fight off the neighborhood
bully. For grades 4-7. 1967.

How to Catch an Elephant BR 13014
by Amy Schwartz 
1 volume
To catch an elephant, you need three cakes, two raisins, one
telescope, and a pair of tweezers. Then you ask Uncle Jack
to show you "the place where elephants go." And remember--
elephants love raisins, not cakes. PRINT/BRAILLE. For
preschool-grade 2.   1998.

The Huckabuck Family: And How They Raised Popcorn in
Nebraska and Quit and Came Back BR 12050
by Carl Sandburg 
1 volume
When Pony Pony Huckabuck finds a Chinese silver slipper
buckle in a squash, her parents say it is a sign their luck
will change one way or another. That very night a fire
starts popping the popcorn harvest on their farm. One of the
Rootabaga Stories, first published in 1923. PRINT/BRAILLE.
For grades K-3. 1999.

One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish BR 13073
by Dr. Seuss 
1 volume (Reissue)
Nonsense verses for beginning readers feature such creatures
as Yinks, Zeds, Gacks, Yops, Gox, and Wumps. PRINT/BRAILLE.
For preschool-grade 2.   1960.

Mystery

Cassettes

The Case of the Lion Dance: Chinatown Mystery, Volume 2 RC
50506
by Laurence Yep 
read by MaryBeth Wise
1 cassette
In this sequel to The Case of the Goblin Pearls (RC 46951),
Lily and her actress great-aunt Tiger Lil are attending the
opening of a friend's restaurant when charity funds are
stolen. The duo searches for the thief in San Francisco's
Chinatown. For grades 4-7. 1998.

The Ghost of Fossil Glen RC 47637
by Cynthia DeFelice 
read by Liz Solar
1 cassette
Stuck on the face of a cliff while looking for fossils,
sixth-grader Allie is guided to safety by a mysterious
voice. Other strange happenings lead Allie to believe she is
dealing with a ghost--of a girl not unlike herself. For
grades 4-6. 1998.

The Hidden Staircase RC 50915
by Carolyn Keene 
read by Kristin Allison
1 cassette (Reissue)
Nancy Drew visits the family mansion of a close friend to
discover the source of untraceable music, thumps, creaking
noises, and eerie shadows. For grades 3-6. 1930.

Max the Mighty RC 48951
by Rodman Philbrick 
read by Bruce Huntey
1 cassette
In this sequel to Freak the Mighty (RC 38800), fourteen-
year-old Maxwell Kane helps a young girl--nicknamed "Worm"
because she loves to read--escape from her abusive
stepfather. Max runs away with Worm to the distant town of
Chivalry, Montana, searching for her biological father. For
grades 6-9. 1998.

The Mystery of the Purple Pool RC 51133
by Gertrude Chandler Warner 
read by L.J. Ganser
1 cassette
Their grandfather is in New York on a business trip, and the
Aldens have come along to do some sightseeing. Instead, they
end up investigating mysteries plaguing the hotel--the
swimming pool is purple, sugar and salt have switched places
in the dining room, and the elevator stops between floors.
For grades 3-6.   1994.

Never Trust a Dead Man RC 49395
by Vivian Vande Velde 
read by Robert Sams
1 cassette
In this medieval mystery story, Selwyn is accused of
murdering his rival Farold. As punishment, the villagers
seal him in the burial cave with Farold's corpse. But a
witch arrives and, in exchange for Selwyn's servitude,
brings Farold back to life as an annoying bat. For grades 6-
9. 1999.

The Pet Shop Mystery RC 51169
by Gertrude Chandler Warner 
read by L.J. Ganser
1 cassette
When the owner of the Pretty Bird Pet Shop has to take a few
days off, she asks the Alden children to help her new
employee, Mr. Fowler, take care of the animals. The children
soon discover Mr. Fowler is involved in an illegal scheme.
For grades 3-6. 1996.

Sammy Keyes and the Hotel Thief RC 46780
by Wendelin Van Draanen 
read by Anne Mullen
1 cassette
Samantha (Sammy) Keyes starts seventh grade in a couple of
days, but in the meantime she is stuck in the apartment
where she lives with her grandmother. Needing something to
do, Sammy spends time looking out the window through a pair
of binoculars. When she sees a burglary take place in the
"seedy" hotel across the street, Sammy gets involved and in
trouble. For grades 6-9. 1998.

Sammy Keyes and the Skeleton Man RC 49112
by Wendelin Van Draanen 
read by Abigail Dorn
1 cassette
Halloween night turns out to be especially frightening for
seventh grader Sammy and two girlfriends when a skeleton
rushes by them near a creepy house. The front door opens,
revealing a fire. Sammy puts it out and finds a tied-up
masked man. Now Sammy has a mystery to investigate. For
grades 5-8. 1998.

The Secret of the Old Clock RC 50914
by Carolyn Keene 
read by Kristin Allison
1 cassette (Reissue)
When Nancy Drew witnesses a near-accident on a country road,
she becomes involved with a missing will and the theft of
some valuable silver pieces. For grades 3-6. 1930.

The Serial Sneak Thief: A Felicity Snell Mystery RC 47220
by E.W. Hildick 
read by Laura Giannarelli
1 cassette
Felicity Snell used to be a private investigator, but now
she's a children's librarian. She and the Junior Library
Mystery Club are hosting a contest that involves finding
clues in the library. But the club members have a real case
to solve when a thief called Chameleon steals a valuable
document. For grades 4-7. 1997.

Stage Fright: A Sebastian Barth Mystery RC 48799
by James Howe 
read by Bruce Nelson
1 cassette
Thirteen-year-old Sebastian Barth is in a play at the local
theater with his mother's former college roommate Michaele
Caraway--now a famous movie star. But when Michaele starts
receiving threatening notes and backstage accidents occur,
Sebastian has to find the culprit quickly. For grades 4-7.
1986.

The Vandemark Mummy RC 47047
by Cynthia Voigt 
read by Bruce Nelson
2 cassettes
A quiet summer in a new place turns dangerous when not only
an Egyptian mummy disappears, but also Althea, daughter of
the recently appointed curator of the Egyptian collection.
Althea's younger brother, Phineas, wants to solve the case,
but more urgently wants to find Althea. Some strong
language. For grades 5-8. 1991.

Wolf Stalker RC 50778
by Gloria Skurzynski and Alane Ferguson 
read by Nick Sullivan
1 cassette
Troy, the Landons' new temporary foster child, still insists
his mother would not have abandoned him and that she must be
in danger somewhere. He angrily accompanies the Landon
children and their parents to Yellowstone National Park,
where Mrs. Landon, a wildlife veterinarian, has been sent to
investigate a wolf attack. For grades 4-7. 1997.

Braille

The Bungalow Mystery BR 12808
by Carolyn Keene 
1 volume
Nancy Drew has a terrifying experience in a deserted
bungalow, while trying to help a friend in trouble. For
grades 3-6. 1930.

Encyclopedia Brown and the Case of the Slippery Salamander
BR 12686
by Donald J. Sobol 
1 volume
Leroy "Encyclopedia" Brown helps his dad, the police chief,
solve ten new cases involving, among other things, dead
cockroaches, surfboards, bananas, and peacock eggs. For
grades 3-6.   1999.

The Hidden Staircase BR 12807
by Carolyn Keene 
1 volume
Nancy Drew visits the family mansion of a close friend to
discover the source of untraceable music, thumps, creaking
noises, and eerie shadows. For grades 3-6. 1930.

It's My Life BR 11923
by Michael Harrison 
1 volume
Martin's mother had ordered him straight home from school.
When she calls to check on him, Martin reaches for the phone
only to have someone grab him from behind. So begins
Martin's kidnapping, which becomes more and more bizarre as
he realizes just who his enemies really are. For grades 6-9.
1997.

The Mystery at Lilac Inn BR 12943
by Carolyn Keene 
1 volume
Nancy Drew becomes involved in the mystery of a haunted inn
and learns to her dismay that someone is impersonating her.
For grades 3-6.   1930.

Nate the Great and the Crunchy Christmas BR 13200
by Marjorie Weinman Sharmat and Craig Sharmat 
1 volume
Nate the Great drops everything when his neighbor Annie's
large scary dog, Fang, needs a mystery solved. Fang's mother
sends him a card every Christmas, but this year's hasn't
arrived and Fang is unhappy. For grades 2-4. 1996.

Nate the Great and the Halloween Hunt BR 12832
by Majorie Weinman Sharmat 
1 volume
Detective Nate takes a break from handing out Halloween
candy to look for his friend Rosamond's cat, Little Hex.
After searching a haunted house and thinking long and hard,
Nate realizes where Little Hex must be. For grades 2-4.
1989.

The Secret of the Old Clock BR 12806
by Carolyn Keene 
1 volume
When Nancy Drew witnesses a near-accident on a country road,
she becomes involved with a missing will and the theft of
some valuable silver pieces. For grades 3-6. 1930.

Scary Stories

Cassettes

The Face in the Mirror RC 49754
by Stephanie S. Tolan 
read by Arnie Warren
1 cassette
Teenager Jared Kingsley's actress mother sends him to live
with his father, a famous director, whom he has never known.
His father, stepmother, and obnoxious half brother are
performing a play in a reputedly haunted opera house. There
Jared discovers his innate acting ability--and a sinister
ghost. For grades 5-8. 1998.

Ghost of a Hanged Man RC 49412
by Vivian Vande Velde 
read by John Polk
1 cassette
As he is sentenced to hang for murder, outlaw Jake Barnette
vows to wreak vengeance on his accusers. Some months later a
fortune-teller warns the sheriff's children of impending
danger but also assures them that love will save them. That
prediction is borne out in a terrifying but redemptive
conclusion. For grades 4-8. 1998.

Great Ghost Stories RC 50072
selected by Barry Moser 
read by Tom Martin
1 cassette
Thirteen classic spooky stories by such authors as H.G.
Wells, Madeleine L'Engle, Bram Stoker, Arthur Conan Doyle,
and H.P. Lovecraft. In "The Monkey's Paw" a magical talisman
delivers three wishes to its owner. For grades 6-9 and older
readers. 1998.

The Mystery of Mineral Gorge: A Cobtown Story from the
Diaries of Lucky Hart RC 50928
by Julia Van Nutt 
read by Kristin Allison
1 cassette
Cobtown, USA; 1845. When eerie shrieking sounds begin
emerging from Mineral Gorge, even the brave ten-year-old
Lucky Hart is scared. Citizens hold a town meeting and
decide to send a search party to investigate the horrible
noise. Their discovery brings quite a surprise. For grades
K-3. 1999.

Night of the Living Dummy: Goosebumps RC 49066
by R.L. Stine 
read by Ilona Dulaski
1 cassette
When Lindy Powell finds a ventriloquist's dummy in a
dumpster, she names him Slappy and works on an act to
perform at children's birthday parties. Her twin sister,
Kris, is jealous until she has a dummy too, but then some
weird things start happening. For grades 4-7. 1993.

Nightmare Hour RC 50080
by R.L. Stine 
read by Bob Askey
1 cassette
Ten scary short stories with mysterious endings. In "Alien
Candy" Walter was happy with being invited to join an after-
school science fiction club--but that was before snacktime.
In "Nightmare Inn" Jillian's mom buys a haunted hotel--and
leaves the girl alone in it. For grades 5-8 and older
readers. 1999.

There's a Dead Person Following My Sister Around RC 49632
by Vivian Vande Velde 
read by Gary Tipton
1 cassette
Ted, eleven, gets scared when his five-year-old sister
Vicki's imaginary friends turn out to be ghosts. From an old
family diary, Ted learns that the spirits were fugitive
slaves who drowned in his backyard along the Underground
Railroad. Can Ted bring them peace? For grades 5-8. 1999.

The Vengeance of the Witch-Finder RC 48887
by John Bellairs and Brad Strickland 
read by Erik Sandvold
1 cassette
When Lewis Barnavelt and his Uncle Jonathan, a wizard, visit
the family manor in England, Lewis and the housekeeper's son
Bertram find a secret place inside a neglected maze.
Dislodging a brick in a vault, they unknowingly let loose a
sinister force that endangers them. For grades 5-8. 1993.

Braille

Don't Read This! And Other Tales of the Unnatural BR 13041
2 volumes
An international collection of eleven spooky stories by such
authors as Susan Cooper. In "Fingers on the Back of the
Neck," Australian writer Margaret Mahy tells about a young
boy's growing resentment of his wealthy great-grandmother's
affectionate touch as they walk together on a wooden jetty.
For grades 6-9. 1998.

School

Cassettes

The Adventures of Captain Underpants: An Epic Novel RC 49974
by Dav Pilkey 
read by Rick Rohan
1 cassette
Two mischievous fourth graders, George and Harold, enjoy
writing their own comic books about superhero Captain
Underpants, who flies around in his underwear. Then one day
they hypnotize their principal into thinking that he is
Captain Underpants, and they have some amazing adventures
with him. For grades 2-4. 1997.

Alice in Lace RC 47113
by Phyllis Reynolds Naylor 
read by Kerry Cundiff
1 cassette
In this prequel to Outrageously Alice (RC 45568) and sequel
to Alice the Brave (RC 44063), the new health teacher gives
Alice and her friends some unusual assignments. Alice and
Patrick are to portray a couple planning their wedding,
Pamela is to portray a pregnant teen, and Elizabeth is to
portray a person buying a car. For grades 6-9. 1996.

Andy and Tamika RC 49523
by David A. Adler 
read by L.J. Ganser
1 cassette
While Andy impatiently waits for his new sibling to be born
and his friend Tamika to move in, he befriends a stray
kitten at school and offers his multiplying gerbils as
carnival prizes. This beginning chapter book is a sequel to
The Many Troubles of Andy Russell (RC 49522). For grades 2-
4. 1999.

The Chicken Doesn't Skate RC 49708
by Gordon Korman 
read by Terence Aselford
1 cassette
When Henrietta, a chicken involved in a science fair project
on the food chain, becomes the popular mascot of the
school's hockey team, people get stirred up. A hockey star,
a computer nerd, and an animal-rights activist join the fray
in deciding Henrietta's fate. For grades 4-7. 1996.

Dork in Disguise RC 50111
by Carol Gorman 
read by Chris Parente
1 cassette
Starting sixth grade as a new student, brainy Jerry Flack
tries to change his image from "dork" to "cool." But
pretending gets complicated, and he finds he would prefer to
wear his glasses, join the science team, and be with Brenda-
-the girl he really likes. For grades 4-7. 1999.

Emily in Love RC 49411
by Susan Goldman Rubin 
read by Celeste Lawson
1 cassette
In this sequel to Emily Good as Gold (RC 39529), Emily,
slightly retarded, is now fourteen years old and
mainstreamed to a regular high school. She wants to look and
behave like the other kids and have dates but after
socializing with different classmates Emily decides who is a
true friend. For grades 6-9. 1997.

Emily's First 100 Days of School RC 50435
by Rosemary Wells 
read by Laura Giannarelli
1 cassette
Starting with the number one for the first day of school,
Emily Bunny learns the numbers up to one hundred in many
different ways. For grades K-3. 2000.

Expecting the Unexpected RC 49204
by Mavis Jukes 
read by Martha Harmon Pardee
1 cassette
Twelve-year-old River is dismayed when the detailed lectures
by Nurse Furley in their Human Interaction class make her
suspect that someone she knows is secretly pregnant.
Meanwhile, she and her classmates try to win best class even
as they play daily pranks on their teacher. For grades 6-9.
1996.

Flying Solo RC 47723
by Ralph Fletcher 
read by Carol Dines
1 cassette
The sixth graders in Mr. Fabiano's class are amazed when
they realize that the substitute teacher is not going to
show up. Instead of reporting the absence, the students
decide to run the class themselves for the day. For grades
5-8. 1998.

The Heart of a Chief RC 49205
by Joseph Bruchac 
read by Erik Sandvold
1 cassette
Chris Nicola has his share of ups and downs starting sixth
grade at the junior high and at home on the Penacook
reservation. Chris uses his pride in his heritage to good
advantage and finds himself emerging as a leader. For grades
5-8. 1998.

Hooray for Diffendoofer Day! RC 47527
by Dr. Seuss and Jack Prelutsky 
read by Kristin Allison
1 cassette
The teachers at Diffendoofer School are different: they
teach listening, smelling, laughing, and even yelling. But
can their pupils pass the special test to show their school
is the best? Also presents the history of this book, begun
by Dr. Seuss and completed by Jack Prelutsky. For grades K-3
and older readers. 1998.

Joey Pigza Swallowed the Key RC 48254
by Jack Gantos 
read by Gary Tipton
1 cassette
When Joey's medication for attention deficit disorder wears
off during the school day, he forgets that his house key is
not on a string and swallows it. Joey continues to cause
problems for his classmates and himself while his mother and
his teachers try to help him. For grades 5-8. 1998.

Jonah the Whale RC 46613
by Susan Shreve 
read by Rick Rohan
1 cassette
Because of his large size, eleven-year-old Jonah is
nicknamed "the whale" at his new school. In order to make
friends, Jonah tells everyone that he is a talk-show host
and suddenly has to prove it. With great determination and
resourcefulness, he succeeds. For grades 4-7. 1998.

The Kid in the Red Jacket RC 47699
by Barbara Park 
read by Randy Wieck
1 cassette
Ten-year-old Howard is miserable when his family moves from
Arizona to Massachusetts in the middle of the school year.
Being the new kid at school is as bad as he expects, and to
make matters worse, his first-grade neighbor Molly decides
to make him her best friend. For grades 4-7. 1987.

The Landry News RC 49680
by Andrew Clements 
read by Nanette Savard
1 cassette
Fifth-grader Cara Landry, frustrated with her burned-out
teacher, Mr. Larson, publishes a class newspaper criticizing
him. Upset at first, he later decides to use her article as
a tool for teaching first amendment issues. When the
principal tries to fire Mr. Larson, the class rushes to his
defense. For grades 4-7. 1999.

Losers, Inc. RC 47912
by Claudia Mills 
read by Erik Sandvold
1 cassette
Sixth-grader Ethan and his friend Julius have jokingly
formed a club for losers, but Ethan can't help comparing
himself unfavorably to his older brother, who excels in both
sports and schoolwork. And when Ethan develops a crush on a
student teacher, he begins making an effort at school for
the first time. For grades 3-6. 1997.

The Many Troubles of Andy Russell RC 49522
by David A. Adler 
read by L.J. Ganser
1 cassette
In this prequel to Andy and Tamika (RC 49523), fourth-grader
Andy has a lot to worry about. His gerbils are loose, his
mother is expecting a baby, and his good friend Tamika wants
to move in with him while her parents recover from an
accident. A beginning chapter book. For grades 2-4. 1998.

Marvin Redpost: A Flying Birthday Cake? RC 51063
by Louis Sachar 
read by Rick Rohan
1 cassette
One night Marvin sees what looks like a glowing green
birthday cake streaking across the sky. The following Monday
an unusual boy named Joe Normal joins Marvin's class at
school. The other kids make fun of Joe's odd habits, but
Marvin befriends him. For grades 2-4. 1999.

My Angelica RC 47982
by Carol Lynch Williams 
read by Carol Dines
1 cassette
High school sophomore Sage is always writing romance stories
about a perfect heroine she calls Angelica. The only problem
is that Sage's writing is awful. Her best friend, George,
doesn't want to hurt her feelings when she enters the
school's writing contest; he is secretly in love with her.
For grades 5-8. 1999.

No Effect RC 48940
by Daniel Hayes 
read by L.J. Ganser
2 cassettes
Eighth graders aren't usually on the high school wrestling
team, but the coach needs more light-weight wrestlers and
soon Tyler and Lymie are in training. For Tyler the physical
pain of the sport parallels the emotional turmoil of his
crush on a teacher. Sequel to Eye of the Beholder (RC
42919). For grades 6-9. 1994.

Ramona's World RC 49639
by Beverly Cleary 
read by Madelyn Buzzard
1 cassette
Ramona Quimby, age nine, is starting fourth grade in Mrs.
Meacham's class with new friend Daisy and old friend Yard
Ape. Ramona also has fun at home with her big sister Beezus
and a new baby sister, Roberta. Sequel to Ramona Forever (RC
23106). For grades 3-6. 1999.

Rope Burn RC 47285
by Jan Siebold 
read by Terence Aselford
1 cassette
Richard likes to write, but he always has trouble with
homework assignments. Now he has to create a composition
showing how a proverb illustrates something in his life.
Richard easily writes nine stories about his parents'
divorce and moving into a new neighborhood. For grades 4-7.
1998.

School Trouble for Andy Russell RC 49524
by David A. Adler 
read by L.J. Ganser
1 cassette
In this sequel to Andy and Tamika (RC 49523), Andy is
thrilled when his fourth-grade teacher, Ms. Roman, gets
sick. Now he won't be picked on for daydreaming! But much to
Andy's dismay, the substitute teacher blames him for pranks
played by other students. A beginning chapter book. For
grades 2-4. 1999.

Seal Island School RC 49175
by Susan Bartlett 
read by Kristin Allison
1 cassette
There are only forty-nine residents on Seal Island, and just
six students in school. The students have a new teacher
every year because teachers find the island too lonely. But
Pru, who celebrates her ninth birthday with a big surprise,
hopes she can persuade Miss Sparling to stay. For grades 2-
4. 1999.

Sideways Stories from Wayside School RC 48595
by Louis Sachar 
read by Marilyn Gleason
1 cassette
Thirty humorous stories about the students and teachers from
the top floor of a school accidentally built sideways with
thirty classrooms stacked on top of each other. Prequel to
Wayside School Is Falling Down (RC 48596). For grades 3-6.
1978.

Sir Galahad, Mr. Longfellow, and Me RC 47223
by Betty Horvath 
read by Liz Solar
1 cassette
When Emily starts the sixth grade in 1938 in her Missouri
school, she gets some big surprises. Her best school friend
has moved, and the new teacher is a man. When Emily fibs to
him that she writes poetry, her teacher asks her to bring in
a poem--every day. For grades 3-6. 1998.

The Sixth Grade Nickname Game RC 49111
by Gordon Korman 
read by Jill Fox
1 cassette
Best friends Jeff and Wiley enjoy picking nicknames that
stick, but occasionally their game backfires. Their new
teacher may be fired because class Six B, the "dim bulbs,"
failed their practice reading test. To prove they aren't so
dim, they need to pass the test and save their teacher. For
grades 3-6. 1998.

Song Lee and the Hamster Hunt RC 48376
by Suzy Kline 
read by Terence Aselford
1 cassette
Song Lee's hamster has been living in Room 2B for several
weeks, but one morning the class discovers that Yi has
escaped from his cage. Someone forgot to fasten the hook on
the door. The teacher shows the group how to make posters
asking for help in finding Yi. For grades K-3. 1994.

Spaceman RC 47537
by Jane Cutler 
read by Erik Sandvold
1 cassette
Fifth grade is a nightmare for Gary. He is failing
everything, and the other kids make fun of him. When he is
transferred into a "special ed" class, Gary thinks things
will be even worse. But his new classmates are friendly, his
odd teacher is encouraging, and learning is much easier with
the help of recorded books. For grades 4-7. 1997.

Standing Up to Mr. O. RC 47965
by Claudia Mills 
read by Jill Fox
1 cassette
Maggie's favorite teacher is Mr. O. in biology, but when the
dissection assignment draws near, Maggie becomes more and
more sure she can't kill a worm. This leads to Maggie
becoming a vegetarian, writing an essay on her views, and
plotting to save the class frog. For grades 5-8. 1998.

Starting School RC 47327
by Johanna Hurwitz 
read by Kristin Allison
1 cassette
Twins Marcus and Marius Cott aren't happy about having to be
in separate kindergarten classes. But their teachers soon
realize how happy they are not to have both twins in their
class. As each twin argues that he has the best teacher, the
teachers argue about which twin is the worse one. And when
the teachers decide to swap twins for a day, the twins also
decide to swap teachers. For grades 2-4. 1998.

Starting School with an Enemy RC 49882
by Elisa Carbone 
read by Jill Fox
1 cassette
Worried about finding friends when she moves from Maine to
Maryland, fifth-grader Sarah gets off to a bad start by
making an enemy of a boy. After repeatedly getting into
trouble at school, she takes the advice of her older brother
and learns to get along. For grades 4-7. 1998.

Thank You, Mr. Falker RC 47130
by Patricia Polacco 
read by Kristin Allison
1 cassette
Fictionalized account of the artist-author's struggle to
learn how to read as a child. Finally a fifth-grade teacher,
Mr. Falker, comes to her rescue and gives her special
lessons. For grades 2-4. 1998.

Wayside School Gets a Little Stranger RC 48597
by Louis Sachar 
read by Marilyn Gleason
1 cassette
The students on the thirtieth story of the school built
sideways have a series of unusual substitute teachers.
Sequel to Wayside School Is Falling Down (RC 48596). For
grades 3-6. 1995.

Wayside School Is Falling Down RC 48596
by Louis Sachar 
read by Marilyn Gleason
1 cassette
Thirty more stories about the strange happenings at the
school built thirty stories high. In "Another Story about
Socks," Sharie brings a hobo to class for show-and-tell.
Sequel to Sideways Stories from Wayside School (RC 48595).
For grades 3-6. 1989.

A Year with Butch and Spike RC 46782
by Gail Gauthier 
read by Anne Mullen
1 cassette
Honor student Jasper Gordon is dismayed to learn that he has
to sit between the incorrigible Couture cousins, Butch and
Spike, in his sixth-grade class. Mrs. McNulty is the
strictest teacher in the school; she even humiliates pupils
in front of their friends. After months of unfair treatment,
Jasper is on the cousins' side in the classroom battle of
wills. For grades 4-7. 1998.

You're a Brave Man, Julius Zimmerman RC 49596
by Claudia Mills 
read by Erik Sandvold
1 cassette
In this sequel to Losers, Inc. (RC 47912), Julius
Zimmerman's mother insists that he register for summer-
school French, work a baby-sitting job, and read extensively
to become a better student. Though he falls short of his
mother's expectations, Julius makes great strides over the
summer. For grades 4-7. 1999.

Zipper: The Kid with ADHD RC 46331
by Caroline Janover 
read by Marilyn Gleason
1 cassette
Eleven-year-old "Zipper" drives his little sister crazy
because he can't sit still, even while he is eating. He is
intelligent but seems to have too many thoughts running
through his mind; he even forgets to do his homework and has
to join an afterschool homework club. His parents and his
teacher help Zipper cope with his attention-deficit
disorder, known as ADHD. For grades 4-7. 1997.

Zooman Sam RC 49065
by Lois Lowry 
read by Rick Rohan
1 cassette
In preparing for Future Job Day at Sam Krupnik's nursery
school, his parents and sister Anastasia help him put
together a zookeeper's costume.  In the process Sam learns
to sound out some words. Companion to See You Around, Sam!
(RC 43709). For grades 3-6. 1999.

Braille

Beetles, Lightly Toasted BR 12391
by Phyllis Reynolds Naylor 
1 volume
Andy really wants to win a fifth-grade essay contest on
conservation, and he especially wants to beat his cousin
Jack. Andy's idea involves testing recipes using handy
critters--like beetles and worms--on unsuspecting eaters.
The results surprise him. For grades 3-6. 1987.

Frindle BR 12547
by Andrew Clements 
1 volume
In the fifth grade Nick has his first difficult class--
language arts with Mrs. Granger. He and his classmates
decide to "beat her at her own game" by inventing a new
word. They begin calling their pens "frindles," even though
it means being on detention every day. For grades 3-6. 1996.

Howie Bowles, Secret Agent BR 13129
by Kate Banks 
1 volume
In this easy chapter book, third grader Howie Bowles has to
cope with attending yet another new school. So he decides to
take on a new identity. He becomes Agent Bean Burger. And
before long he has a real case to solve. For grades 2-4.  
1999.

Little Men BR 12486
by Louisa May Alcott 
3 volumes (Reissue)
Describes life at Plumfield, the progressive school
established by Jo and her husband. Advanced theories of
education mingle with the escapades of the students.
Originally published in 1871. Sequel to Little Women (BR
11778). For grades 6-9 and older readers. 1986.

The Number Devil: A Mathematical Adventure BR 12157
by Hans Magnus Enzensberger 
1 volume
Robert is unhappy about math until the number devil shows up
in his dreams and explains the secrets of numbers. By
demonstrating the importance of zero and primary digits, the
number devil helps Robert learn and understand complex
concepts. For grades 5-8 and older readers. 1998.

100th Day Worries BR 13069
by Margery Cuyler 
1 volume
Jessica is a worrier, and now her teacher wants each pupil
to collect one hundred things to bring to class for the one-
hundredth day of school. Jessica can't think of what to
bring, and her assignment is due. PRINT/BRAILLE. For grades
K-3.   2000.

Ramona's World BR 12609
by Beverly Cleary 
1 volume
Ramona Quimby, age nine, is starting fourth grade in Mrs.
Meacham's class with new friend Daisy and old friend Yard
Ape. Ramona also has fun at home with her big sister Beezus
and a new baby sister, Roberta. Sequel to Ramona Forever (BR
6284). For grades 3-6. 1999.

Zooman Sam BR 12537
by Lois Lowry 
1 volume
In preparing for Future Job Day at Sam Krupnik's nursery
school, his  parents and sister Anastasia help him put
together a zookeeper's costume.  In the process Sam learns
to sound out some words. Companion to See You Around, Sam!
(BR 10909). For grades 3-6. 1999.

Science Fiction

Cassettes

Aliens Stole My Body RC 49530
by Bruce Coville 
read by L.J. Ganser
1 cassette
In this sequel to The Search for Snout (RC 49529) BKR, the
"cruelest being in the universe," stole Rod Allbright's body
to get his brain. Which is why Rod's brain is secretly
transferred to a one-eyed alien named Seymour. How will Rod
and his dad recover his body? For grades 4-7. 1998.

The Blizzard Disaster RC 47066
by Peg Kehret 
read by Ray Dizefalo
1 cassette
Minnesota, 1940. Janis Huff worries that her father may put
down her blind horse. She and her family are unaware that
they will soon be fighting for their lives in a huge
blizzard. Meanwhile, two teens from the future plan a school
research project about the storm and try to teleport
themselves back to that day on the Huff farm. For grades 4-
7. 1998.

Dolphin Island RC 49424
by Arthur C. Clarke 
read by Randy Davidson
1 cassette
In this suspenseful science fiction tale, sixteen-year-old
Johnny Clinton is rescued by dolphins after the hovership he
had stowed away on crashed in the Pacific. For grades 6-9.
1963.

Gathering Blue RC 51297
by Lois Lowry 
read by Michele Schaeffer
1 cassette
When Kira is suddenly orphaned, the neighbors try to expel
her because of her lame leg. Kira's talent for embroidery
saves her life, but places her under the Council of
Guardians, which also controls Thomas, a young woodcarver,
and Jo, a little tyke with a wondrous voice. For grades 5-8.
2000.

The Hermit Thrush Sings RC 49696
by Susan Butler 
read by Corrie James
2 cassettes
The oppressive society that controls Earth after a giant
meteor strike wants to institutionalize "defective" people.
Leora, with a webbed left hand, fears being sent away. She
joins a rebel group planning to overthrow the government and
discovers a talent for communicating with a new species,
birmbas. For grades 5-8. 1999.

MapHead RC 47476
by Lesley Howarth 
read by Rick Rohan
1 cassette
MapHead and his father travel from the Subtle World to
England in search of MapHead's mother. He hopes to connect
with her through entering the school that his human half-
brother attends. But learning to act like a normal kid is
quite a challenge. For grades 5-8. 1994.

MapHead: The Return RC 47477
by Lesley Howarth 
read by Rick Rohan
1 cassette
Now thirteen, MapHead must use his special powers to perform
an honorable task. MapHead moves in with Jack Stamp's
family, but being only half human, he has trouble fitting in
as a typical teenager. He also wonders how he will know if
he has completed his mission. Sequel to MapHead (RC 47476).
For grades 5-8. 1997.

Off the Road RC 48640
by Nina Bawden 
read by Rick Rohan
1 cassette
2040. Eleven-year-old Tom chases after his grandfather when
the "old one" escapes from inside the wall. Tom has been
taught that the wild outside is full of killer trees,
demons, and trolls, but instead he discovers a rural
agrarian society--where his grandfather lived long ago. Tom
also discovers families. For grades 5-8. 1998.

Raptor RC 48346
by Paul Zindel 
read by Jack Fox
1 cassette
Zack and Uta retrieve a large egg from a dig site in Utah
that promptly hatches into a baby dinosaur--a raptor--at
Zack's house. When the mother raptor breaks in searching for
her baby, the nightmarish complications begin. Some
violence. For grades 5-8. 1998.

The Search for Snout RC 49529
by Bruce Coville 
read by L.J. Ganser
1 cassette
In this sequel to I Left My Sneakers in Dimension X (RC
40832) Rod Allbright returns home from space with two aliens
to tell his mom the unfathomable truth about dad. But he is
soon off again to find his friend Snout and save the
universe. For grades 4-7. 1995.

A Swiftly Tilting Planet RC 49606
by Madeleine L'Engle 
read by Madelyn Buzzard
2 cassettes (Reissue)
Charles Wallace, the youngest of the Murry children, must
travel through time and space in a battle against an evil
dictator who would destroy the entire universe. Sequel to A
Wind in the Door (RC 41596). For grades 5-8. 1978.

The Transall Saga RC 47218
by Gary Paulsen 
read by Rick Rohan
1 cassette
When thirteen-year-old Mark Harrison persuades his parents
to allow him to camp alone for a week, he feels he is well
prepared. The fourth night out, however, he falls into a
strange tube of blue light and awakens in a world of red
foliage. There he needs all his skills to survive the
terrain and the hunter/warrior society he encounters. For
grades 6-9. 1998.

Virtual War RC 47643
by Gloria Skurzynski 
read by Jeremy Gage
1 cassette
Three young people have been genetically bred with special
characteristics to fight a war in virtual reality. Raised in
a virtual world, each longs to experience the real world
directly, even if it involves risks. For grades 5-8. 1997.

A Wrinkle in Time RC 48972
by Madeleine L'Engle 
read by Madelyn Buzzard
1 cassette (Reissue)
Meg Murry, her younger brother Charles Wallace, and her
neighbor Calvin are transported to the planet Camazotz as
they search for Meg's lost father, a scientist studying time
travel. Prequel to A Wind in the Door (RC 41596). Newbery
Medal. For grades 5-8. 1962.

Braille

Club Earth BR 13105
by Gail Gauthier 
1 volume
In this sequel to My Life among the Aliens (BR 11351) Will
and Robby finally convince their parents that they have been
entertaining space aliens for months. Now the family learns
their home has been chosen to become an intergalactic
tourist resort. For grades 3-6. 1999.

Short Stories

Cassettes

Believing Is Seeing: Seven Stories RC 50488
by Diana Wynne Jones 
read by Mitzi Friedlander
2 cassettes
Seven fantasy tales written between 1982 and 1999. The last
story, "Nad and Dan adn Quaffy" was inspired by the author's
own typos and her habit of drinking coffee--which can be
"xiddaw" or "voggrr" (obviously alien beverages), depending
on which wrong keys are struck. For grades 6-9. 1999.

Book of Enchantments RC 46004
by Patricia C. Wrede 
read by Celeste Lawson
2 cassettes
A fantasy collection of ten stories. There are wizards,
kings, unicorns, and roses, while some tales have a modern
twist. In "Roses by Moonlight," the roses offer glimpses of
the future, but Adrian hesitates to choose one. In "Utensile
Strength," instead of a sword, there is an enchanted frying
pan, which finds its proper owner. For grades 4-7. 1996.

A Glory of Unicorns RC 47880
compiled by Bruce Coville 
read by Lindsay Ellison
1 cassette
Short stories and a poem celebrating unicorns. In The Ugly
Unicorn, a blind girl in ancient China believes a homely
creature is a gorgeous unicorn. In The Healing Truth, no one
believes chronic liar Crystal when she reports that a
unicorn lives in the supply closet. For grades 4-7. 1998.

Great Ghost Stories RC 50072
selected by Barry Moser 
read by Tom Martin
1 cassette
Thirteen classic spooky stories by such authors as H.G.
Wells, Madeleine L'Engle, Bram Stoker, Arthur Conan Doyle,
and H.P. Lovecraft. In "The Monkey's Paw" a magical talisman
delivers three wishes to its owner. For grades 6-9 and older
readers. 1998.

Hearsay: Strange Tales from the Middle Kingdom RC 48027
by Barbara Ann Porte 
read by Celeste Lawson
1 cassette
Fifteen stories with Chinese themes. In "Two-Parasol
Person," Su Ling's mother insists that Su Ling always carry
two umbrellas. Years later she finds out why. In "Chinese
Ghost in America," Candice's mother tells her about a
Chinese ancestor, Ma Ku, whose mother refused to let Ma Ku's
feet be bound. For grades 5-8. 1998.

Lord of the Fries and Other Stories RC 49689
by Tim Wynne-Jones 
read by Laura Giannarelli
1 cassette
Seven short stories about active imaginations and making
choices. In the title piece, two girls find themselves in a
dilemma after pretending they know a tragic story about the
cook at their favorite burger place. For grades 5-8. 1999.

Nightmare Hour RC 50080
by R.L. Stine 
read by Bob Askey
1 cassette
Ten scary short stories with mysterious endings. In "Alien
Candy" Walter was happy with being invited to join an after-
school science fiction club--but that was before snacktime.
In "Nightmare Inn" Jillian's mom buys a haunted hotel--and
leaves the girl alone in it. For grades 5-8 and older
readers. 1999.

Odder than Ever: Stories RC 51012
by Bruce Coville 
read by Jack Fox
1 cassette
Nine fantasy tales involving aliens, nightmares, and ghosts.
"The Golden Sail" and "The Metamorphosis of Justin Jones"
were written specifically to be performed with a symphony
orchestra. In "Biscuits of Glory," a ghost is forced to make
fluffy biscuits every Saturday night. Companion to Oddly
Enough (RC 43249). For grades 5-8. 1999.

The Quiet Little Woman; Tilly's Christmas; Rosa's Tale:
Three Enchanting Christmas Stories RC 50119
by Louisa May Alcott 
read by Janis Gray
1 cassette
Stories by Alcott from the 1870s. In The Quiet Little Woman,
thirteen-year-old Patty, an orphan, dreams of being adopted
but is placed as a servant in the large Murray household.
Through Aunt Jane's intervention on Christmas day, the
Murrays begin to appreciate Patty's loving nature. For
grades 4-7 and older readers. 1999.

Sword of the Samurai: Adventure Stories from Japan RC 49673
by Eric A. Kimmel 
read by Robert Sams
1 cassette
Eleven short adventure stories involving medieval Japanese
warriors. In "Dohaku's Head," a decapitated samurai
reattaches his head with the help of a local doctor. In
"Tomoe Gozen," a girl joins her brother in learning the
martial arts and fighting battles. For grades 4-7. 1999.

Twelve Impossible Things before Breakfast: Stories RC 45662
by Jane Yolen 
read by Mimi Bederman
1 cassette
A collection of twelve fantasy stories. Some are modern
versions of well-known tales: "Tough Alice" is a variation
on Alice in Wonderland, "The Bridge's Complaint" comes from
The Three Billygoats Gruff, and "Lost Girls" is based on
Peter Pan. Others include characters from a fairy to a sea
monster to aliens. For grades 5-8. 1997.

Braille

Altogether, One at a Time BR 12682
by E.L. Konigsburg 
1 volume
Four short coping stories. In "Inviting Jason," Stan learns
something about dyslexia; in "The Night of the Leonids,"
Lewis spends time at his grandmother's; in "Camp Fat," Clara
learns to love herself; and in "Momma at the Pearly Gates,"
Momma copes with prejudice. Some strong language. For grades
4-7. 1971.

Don't Read This! And Other Tales of the Unnatural BR 13041
2 volumes
An international collection of eleven spooky stories by such
authors as Susan Cooper. In "Fingers on the Back of the
Neck," Australian writer Margaret Mahy tells about a young
boy's growing resentment of his wealthy great-grandmother's
affectionate touch as they walk together on a wooden jetty.
For grades 6-9. 1998.

A Long Way from Chicago: A Novel in Stories BR 12129
by Richard Peck 
1 volume
In eight short stories an old man reminisces about the week
each summer he and his little sister spent with his
grandmother. Joey likes the train ride and his feisty,
independent grandmother, who tells "whoppers," fishes, and
shoots a shotgun. For grades 6-9. 1998.

The Quiet Little Woman; Tilly's Christmas; Rosa's Tale:
Three Enchanting Christmas Stories BR 12725
by Louisa May Alcott 
1 volume
Stories by Alcott from the 1870s. In The Quiet Little Woman,
thirteen-year-old Patty, an orphan, dreams of being adopted
but is placed as a servant in the large Murray household.
Through Aunt Jane's intervention on Christmas day, the
Murrays begin to appreciate Patty's loving nature. For
grades 4-7 and older readers.   1999.

Second Sight: Stories for a New Millennium BR 12809
by Avi 
1 volume
Eight short stories about the beginning of a millennium, by
such authors as Madeleine L'Engle, Richard Peck, Natalie
Babbitt, and Michael Cadnum. In Avi's "Oswin's Millennium,"
a stable boy in 999 fearfully awaits the arrival of Satan.
In Peck's "The Three-Century Woman," an elderly woman
conducts a television interview. For grades 6-9.   1999.

Tall Tales: Six Amazing Basketball Dreams BR 12812
by Charles R. Smith 
1 volume
Six short stories about action on the basketball court. In
"What Jo Did," Jo outperforms the big boys and really
surprises them by being a girl. In "Walk Softly," the
players respect Big John's jump shot even more after his
sunglasses are accidentally knocked off, revealing his
blindness. For grades 4-7.  2000.

Sports

Cassettes

Babe and Me: A Baseball Card Adventure RC 49917
by Dan Gutman 
read by Erik Sandvold
1 cassette
In this sequel to Jackie and Me (RC 49916), Joe Stoshack
takes his father with him when he time travels back to 1932
to watch a historic moment in Babe Ruth's career. Babe
supposedly "called the shot" by pointing to where his home-
run hit would land. For grades 4-7. 2000.

Center Court Sting RC 50215
by Matt Christopher 
read by Rick Rohan
1 cassette
Daren, a star basketball player, blames everyone else when
something goes wrong. When he bad-mouths one of his
teammates, however, he has gone too far and caused problems
with morale. Can he learn to accept defeat, or will he be
forced to leave the team? For grades 4-7.   1998.

The Final Cut RC 51029
by Fred Bowen 
read by Jack Fox
1 cassette
Eighth-graders Ryan, Zeke, Miles, and Eli have always been
friends, but now they're trying out for the school's
basketball team. Ryan worries what will happen if they don't
all make the cut--and they don't. For grades 4-7. 1999.

Full Court Fever RC 50825
by Fred Bowen 
read by Erik Sandvold
1 cassette
The seventh-grade basketball team is good, but having no
tall players costs the team game after game. Michael and his
teammates especially dread their final game against the
much-taller eighth graders. Then an old sports magazine
gives Michael an idea to give his team an edge. For grades
3-6. 1998.

Honus and Me: A Baseball Card Adventure RC 49915
by Dan Gutman 
read by Erik Sandvold
1 cassette
Shortly after Joe Stoshack discovers a valuable 1909 Honus
Wagner baseball card, Honus mysteriously appears in his
room. They discover that by holding the card, Joe can travel
back in time to 1909 with Honus. Prequel to Jackie and Me
(RC 49916). For grades 4-7. 1997.

Infield Hit RC 47701
by Thomas J. Dygard 
read by Brian Conn
1 cassette
It's not easy being the son of Ralph Stevens, one of the
best third basemen who ever played major-league baseball. So
Hal is relieved to move to a new town with his divorced
mother because no one knows who his father is. The high
school coach, also a former professional baseball player,
tells Hal he's more suited for second base, even though
Hal's father always encouraged him to play third. For grades
6-9. 1995.

Jackie and Me: A Baseball Card Adventure RC 49916
by Dan Gutman 
read by Erik Sandvold
1 cassette
In this sequel to Honus and Me (RC 49915), an assignment for
Black History Month prompts Joe Stoshack to use his time-
travel ability to visit Jackie Robinson. In 1947 New York,
Jackie faces opposition as he becomes the first black
baseball player allowed in the majors. For grades 4-7. 1999.

The Koufax Dilemma RC 46326
by Steven Schnur 
read by Phil Regensdorf
1 cassette
Danny Guttman, eleven, a southpaw with a great fastball, is
supposed to pitch at the season opener. There is just one
problem--the game is on the first night of Passover, and his
mother refuses to let him miss the family seder. As the day
approaches, Danny argues with his parents and teammates, and
even threatens to quit the team, but an event on the day of
the game changes his outlook. For grades 4-7. 1997.

Mountain Bike Mania RC 49444
by Matt Christopher 
read by Brian Conn
1 cassette
Sixth-grader Will Matthews, a bored couch potato, decides to
join the school's mountain bike club, even though his best
friend Danny, an avid hiker, hates the sport. Will becomes
enthralled with his bike but soon the actions of one
irresponsible member threaten the existence of the club. For
grades 4-7. 1998.

Off the Rim RC 51019
by Fred Bowen 
read by Jack Fox
1 cassette
Christopher has to warm the bench on his school's basketball
team because he can't score. But with the help of Greta, the
girl's champion, and her mother, a former star defense
player, he learns that teamwork is more important than
scoring. For grades 4-7. 1998.

On the Line RC 50826
by Fred Bowen 
read by Peter Jay Fernandez
1 cassette
Marcus is the star of his middle school basketball team, but
his inability to sink free shots is causing the team to lose
games. When he finally learns an odd but successful
technique from a school janitor, Marcus is embarrassed to
try it in public. For grades 4-7. 1999.

A Season of Comebacks RC 49415
by Kathy Mackel 
read by Nicole Taylor
1 cassette
Ten-year-old Molly Burrows competes with her softball-star
older sister, Allie, for the approval of their father, who
is also Allie's softball coach. Events take a turn, Molly
makes the team, and things come together for all the family
in the final game. For grades 3-6. 1997.

Second Stringer RC 48610
by Thomas J. Dygard 
read by Dan Bloom
1 cassette
All through high school Kevin Taylor has been the backup
quarterback to Rob Montgomery, mopping up in the last
quarter. When Rob is injured during the first game and out
for the season, Kevin has to step up to the challenge. Rob
encourages him to succeed. For grades 6-9 and older readers.
1998.

Soccer Scoop RC 50771
by Matt Christopher 
read by Erik Sandvold
1 cassette
Mac knows he's the best goalie on the Cougar's team and he
is critical of his teammates. When caricatures begin to
appear in the school paper mocking him, Mac is determined to
uncover the anonymous cartoonist. For grades 4-7. 1998.

Suitcase RC 50810
by Mildred Pitts Walter 
read by Peter Jay Fernandez
1 cassette
Sixth-grader Xander is the school's best artist, but he's
lousy at sports, and his tall, skinny frame and big feet
have earned him hated nicknames. To please his father,
Xander works on eliminating his awkwardness with the help of
a new friend. For grades 5-8. 1999.

Throwing Smoke RC 50794
by Bruce Brooks 
read by Erik Sandvold
1 cassette
When his teammates on the coed baseball team continue their
losing streak, Whiz uses a printing press to create baseball
cards of imaginary star players. But when the fantasy kids
mysteriously show up on the field and start winning, all the
fun goes out of the game. For grades 4-7. 2000.

Braille

The Hockey Sweater BR 13359
by Roch Carrier 
1 volume
Like all the boys in a small Quebec town, Roch wears his
ice-hockey hero's Montreal Canadiens sweater, number nine,
until he outgrows it. He is horrified when his mother
insists he wear the new Toronto Maple Leafs sweater sent in
a mail order mix-up. For grades 3-6.   1979.

Playoff Dreams BR 12493
by Fred Bowen 
1 volume
Brendan is the best baseball player on a losing team. His
uncle Jack takes him to a Chicago Cubs game where he learns
that there are more important things than winning. For
grades 3-6. 1997.

Second Stringer BR 12219
by Thomas J. Dygard 
1 volume
All through high school Kevin Taylor has been the backup
quarterback to Rob Montgomery, mopping up in the last
quarter. When Rob is injured during the first game and out
for the season, Kevin has to step up to the challenge. Rob
encourages him to succeed. For grades 6-9 and older readers.
1998.

T.J.'s Secret Pitch BR 12494
by Fred Bowen 
1 volume
Twelve-year-old baseball player T.J. is not very good at
pitching until his grandfather shows him an unusual method
perfected by Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Rip Sewell. T.J.
practices nonstop until he gets an opportunity to help his
team. For grades 3-6. 1996.

Tall Tales: Six Amazing Basketball Dreams BR 12812
by Charles R. Smith 
1 volume
Six short stories about action on the basketball court. In
"What Jo Did," Jo outperforms the big boys and really
surprises them by being a girl. In "Walk Softly," the
players respect Big John's jump shot even more after his
sunglasses are accidentally knocked off, revealing his
blindness. For grades 4-7.  2000.

Tall Tales

Cassettes

McBroom Tells the Truth RC 48671
by Sid Fleischman 
read by Michael Kramer
1 cassette (Reissue)
A tall tale told by Josh McBroom about the one-acre farm he
bought from Heck Jones for his wife, Melissa, and their
eleven children. When Heck sees the amazing crops Josh
grows, he schemes to take back the land. For grades 2-4.
1966.

Raising Sweetness RC 48875
by Diane Stanley 
read by Bob Askey
1 cassette
Sweetness, of Saving Sweetness (RC 47918), is one of eight
orphans living with the kindhearted sheriff in Possum Trot.
Meals are unusual, the house is a mess, and nobody goes to
school, but everyone is happy. When a letter comes,
Sweetness devises a way to read it. And then a visitor
arrives. For grades K-3. 1999.

Saving Sweetness RC 47918
by Diane Stanley 
read by Bob Askey
1 cassette
Sweetness, the smallest child in the orphanage, runs away
into the desert to escape from the ornery Mrs. Sump. The
sheriff sets out to rescue Sweetness, but she has her own
plan and her own way of convincing him not to send her back
to Mrs. Sump. For grades K-3. 1996.

Westerns

Cassettes

Mustang Flats RC 48313
by G. Clifton Wisler 
read by Erik Sandvold
1 cassette
When Frank Draper returns to Texas after the Civil War, he
unfairly blames the ranch's misfortunes on his fourteen-
year-old son, Alby, whom he had left in charge. Alby joins a
cattle drive hoping to earn some money for his family and to
regain his father's respect. For grades 5-8. 1997.

Tucket's Gold RC 49864
by Gary Paulsen 
read by Gary Tipton
1 cassette
In this sequel to Tucket's Ride (RC 46884), fifteen-year-old
Francis Tucket and Lottie and Billy, the two children he has
adopted, are still traveling in the Old West. Managing to
evade ruthless outlaws, they discover ancient Spanish
treasure but may not live to enjoy it. For grades 5-8. 1999.

Braille

Tucket's Gold BR 13123
by Gary Paulsen 
1 volume
In this sequel to Tucket's Ride (BR 11810), fifteen-year-old
Francis Tucket and Lottie and Billy, the two children he has
adopted, are still traveling in the Old West. Managing to
evade ruthless outlaws, they discover ancient Spanish
treasure but may not live to enjoy it. For grades 5-8.  
1999.