Fiction

Adventure

Cassettes

Angel's Gate RC 45508

by Gary Crew 

read by John Lescault

2 cassettes

As the artistic younger brother, Kimmy wants to measure up to the expectations of his

high-spirited teenage sister, Julia. When a gold digger is murdered in the Australian hills, his two

"wild" children hide. Kimmy defends the children in life-threatening circumstances, proving

himself resourceful and brave. Australian National Children's Book Award. For grades 5-8. 1993.

 Between a Rock and a Hard Place RC 42881

by Alden R. Carter 

read by Michael Kramer

1 cassette

A few years ago Mark's brother and a friend took the same canoe trip that Mark's father and

uncle completed long ago. Now Mark and his cousin Randy are going, and they are both

unhappy with the idea. But as the trip turns nightmarish, the two boys find strength in their new

friendship. Some strong language. For junior and senior high readers. 1995.

The BFG RC 44101

by Roald Dahl 

read by Jennifer Mendenhall

1 cassette

Sophie is taken from her orphanage by a big friendly giant ("BFG") who enjoys "dream

blowing"--sending happy dreams to children with his magical trumpet. Together they devise a

plan to save the world from nine people-eating "cannybull" giants. For grades 3-6. 1982.

The Big Bazoohley RC 40975

by Peter Carey 

read by Mimi Bederman

1 cassette

Nine-year-old Sam is staying with his parents in a ritzy Toronto hotel. His dad, a great guy but a

big gambler, doesn't seem worried that they don't have the money to pay for the posh room.

When Sam is locked out while sleepwalking, he is kidnapped by a wacky mother who forces him

to pretend to be her son and enters him in a contest that just might be the Big Bazoohley, the big

win! For grades 3-6. 1995.

Big Red Truck RC 46424

by Stephen Schlossberg 

read by Rick Rohan

1 cassette

It is Saturday morning, and Ray's parents have lots of chores to do. Mama is working in the

garden, and Papa is in t plans to see the wide-open country in his trike-turned-big-red-truck. Yet

on his way through hills and valleys and small towns, Ray seems to find reasons to do some of

his chores. For grades K-3. 1994.

The Car RC 44997

by Gary Paulsen 

read by Michael Kramer

1 cassette

At fourteen, Terry Anders is alone: he awoke one morning to find both parents gone. Terry

assembles a car kit his father owned, and soon he is headed to Oregon in search of an uncle.

Before going far, Terry is joined by a Vietnam vet and later the vet's friend. The two adults

mentor Terry as they travel America. For grades 6-9. 1994.

Climb or Die RC 47312

by Edward Myers 

read by Kristin Allison

1 cassette

The Darcys are headed to their Colorado mountain cabin when a blinding snowstorm hits and a

slippery road sends them crashing into a tree. Both parents are seriously injured, so it is up to

Danielle, fourteen, and Jake, thirteen, to go for help. Their only hope for survival is to reach the

weather station on Mount Remington. For grades 6-9. 1994.

The Deadly Curse of Toco-Rey: The Cooper Kids Adventure, Book 6 RC 45724

by Frank E. Peretti 

read by Jack Fox

1 cassette

Dr. Jacob Cooper, founder of the Cooper Institute for Biblical Archaeology, and his teenagers,

Lila and Jay, are in Central America assisting in the search for the treasures of the city of

Toco-Rey. Others have died in the quest, and when Lila becomes ill and irrational, it seems she

may die also. Sequel to The Secret of the Desert Stone (RC 45592). For grades 5-8. 1996.

Deep Trouble II RC 45210

by R.L. Stine 

read by Terence Aselford

1 cassette

Billy and Sheena Deep are spending the summer aboard their uncle's floating research lab in the

Caribbean. Last year they spent a lot of time swimming and snorkeling, and this year they plan to

do the same thing. But something is different. The fish have grown into monster-sized creatures.

For grades 4-7. 1997.

The Doom Stone RC 45420

by Paul Zindel 

read by Bruce Huntey

1 cassette

For spring break, fifteen-year-old Jackson has come to Stonehenge to visit his Aunt Sarah, an

anthropologist. Dr. Sarah Cawley has been hired by the British Army to investigate a soldier's

death and several animal mutilations in the area. Jackson and Dr. Cawley meet the hominid

responsible for these deaths sooner and more directly than expected. Some violence. For grades

6-9. 1995.

Far North RC 45784

by Will Hobbs 

read by Gregory Gorton

1 cassette

A plane goes down in the Canadian wilderness, stranding two fifteen-year-old boys and an

Indian elder. Before he dies, the elder teaches the boys survival skills that may sustain them in

their struggle against hunger, predators, and the severe northern winter. For junior and senior

high readers. 1996.

The Five Sisters RC 46473

by Margaret Mahy 

read by Kristin Allison

1 cassette

On a warm summer day, Sally's grandmother draws a paper doll and cuts out a string of five

dolls holding hands. Before Sally can draw in the other four dolls, they are blown away and

begin their own adventures. For grades 3-6. 1996.

Free Fall RC 46250

by Joyce Sweeney 

read by Richard Hauenstein

1 cassette

Four teenage boys sneak away from home to explore a deep cave. They become lost and soon

realize that their survival depends on controlling their fears and pulling together. In a last ditch

effort to escape, one boy risks a perilous underwater swim to safety. Strong language. For junior

and senior high readers. 1996.

Ghost Canoe RC 46239

by Will Hobbs 

read by Gary Tipton

1 cassette

1874, Tatoosh Island, Washington. Fourteen-year-old Nathan MacAllister helps his father tend a

lighthouse on Cape Flattery. During the day he fishes in the Pacific with a Makah Native

American neighbor. Then a ship breaks up on the rocks, and the captain turns up dead. When

suspicious activities occur along the shore, Nathan decides to investigate. For grades 6-9. 1997.

A Girl Named Disaster RC 45799

by Nancy Farmer 

read by Annie Wauters

2 cassettes

Eleven-year-old Nhamo flees from her village in Mozambique to avoid an arranged marriage.

Traveling by canoe to her father's family home in Zimbabwe, Nhamo endures incredible

hardships but has her mother's spirit to guide her. For grades 6-9. 1996.

Gold in the Hills RC 40955

by Laurie Lawlor 

read by Ellen Frost

1 cassette

Hattie, ten, and her brother Pheme, twelve, have been left to live with Cousin Tirzah while Pa

goes off to hunt for gold. Their mother is dead. Cousin Tirzah doesn't like having two more

mouths to feed since she is a widow with children of her own, so she makes Hattie and Pheme

work hard all day to help care for her boarders. When things begin to look even bleaker, Hattie

and Pheme turn to a reclusive neighbor for help. For grades 4-7. 1995.

Hostage RC 46466

by Edward Myers 

read by Kristin Allison

1 cassette

Alyssa and Rob are in a group of teenage hikers in Utah's Dinosaur National Monument park.

While helping a motorist get his vehicle out of the sand, Alyssa realizes that he has stolen a

valuable dinosaur egg. She and Rob steal it back butorced to march across the desert. It takes all

their physical and mental skills to survive. For grades 5-8. 1996.

How I Survived My Summer Vacation RC 45727

by Bruce Coville 

read by Gary Tipton

1 cassette

When Stuart Glassman, eleven, sees an ad for Camp Haunted Hills, he begs his parents to let him

go. But when the time arrives, Stuart begins to reconsider his decision. Stuart is even more

disturbed after he arrives and meets Robert Campbell, a counselor from 1941, who just happens

to walk through things. For grades 3-6. 1988.

Hugh Can Do RC 44658

by Jennifer Armstrong 

read by John Polk

1 cassette

Hugh, a young orphan boy, decides to go to the city to make his fortune. But to get to the city he

must cross a bridge, and to cross the bridge, he must pay a toll. The toll taker tells Hugh he will

let him cross for a loaf of bread, and so Hugh sets out to get one. For grades K-3. 1992.

Joe and Betsy the Dinosaur RC 44920

by Lillian Hoban 

read by Suzanne Toren

1 cassette

Joe and his pet dinosaur, Betsy, live in a cave. When the weather is nice they go out and play

with their friends. When it snows, no one comes out, so Joe and Betsy go visiting. But they cause

a lot of trouble for their buddies. For grades K-3. 1995.

The Last Man's Reward RC 45391

by David Patneaude 

read by Rick Rohan

1 cassette

A valuable baseball card turns up in a garage sale. Albert and his four friends agree it will belong

to the last one still living in their apartment complex. Albert later decides that the proceeds from

the card would benefit his teacher, whose wife has cancer. But retrieving it from the hiding place

proves very risky. For grades 5-8. 1996.

The Legend of Annie Murphy: The Cooper Kids Adventure, Book 7 RC 45725

by Frank E. Peretti 

read by Jack Fox

1 cassette

One hundred years after her death, Annie Murphy still "appears" in the old mining town of

Bodine, Arizona. Dr. Jacob Cooper and his teenage children, Jay and Lila, have been asked to

investigate these sightings. But they find themselves involved in a murder mystery and caught

between the past and the present. Sequel to The Deadly Curse of Toco-Rey (RC 45724). For

grades 5-8. 1996.

The Legend of Tarik RC 44203

by Walter Dean Myers 

read by Gary Tipton

1 cassette

As a young boy, Tarik first saw his mother and a brother killed and then a few days later watched

as his father and other brother were slaughtered by an evil warrior known as El Muerte. Tarik

vows revenge but knows he will need help. First he must seek a magic sword, a priceless crystal,

and a black horse. Some violence. For junior and senior high readers. 1981.

Lostman's River RC 46744

by Cynthia DeFelice 

read by Erik Sandvold

1 cassette

When Tyler MacCauley agrees to guide the naturalist, Mr. Strawbridge, to find samples of the

Everglades wildlife in 1906, he is looking forward to the money he will earn for his mother.

Tyler knows about the dangers from alligators, but it turns out that humans pose a worse threat.

Some violence. For grades 5-8. 1994.

The Maestro RC 45582

by Tim Wynne-Jones 

read by Randy Davidson

2 cassettes

Fed up with his brutal, philandering father, fourteen-year-old Burl Crow takes off into the

Canadian wilderness. He stumbles upon the cabin of an odd but inspiring pianist, Nathaniel

Orlando Gow. Gow returns to the city the following day, allowing Burl to stay on in the cabin. A

month later Burl learns that Gow is dead. For grades 5-8. 1995.

Meet Posy Bates RC 44708

by Helen Cresswell 

read by Vanessa Maroney

1 cassette

More than anything else, Posy Bates, eight, wants a dog. But her mother always says no. When

Posy meets an old bag lady, she gives her some fo bobbin--a "lucky" bobbin. Perhaps it is lucky,

because Posy's life begins to change. For grades 3-6. 1990.

Noticing Paradise RC 40990

by Ellen Wittlinger 

read by June Carter

1 cassette

Sixteen-year-olds Cat Mancini and Noah Barker-Lowell meet on a cruise to the Galapagos

Islands. Each has personal problems. Cat is shy and not very good with boys, and Noah is hurt

and angry about his parents' upcoming divorce. In alternate chapters they tell their versions of

what happens on their voyage of discovery. For grades 5-8. 1995.

Penrod RC 44569

by Booth Tarkington 

read by Jack Fox

2 cassettes

The classic story of an eleven-year-old boy and his numerous misadventures with his dog,

family, and school friends. Only his Aunt Sarah seems to understand and endure Penrod's

boisterous, mischievous ways. For grades 5-8. 1914.

Posy Bates, Again! RC 44723

by Helen Cresswell 

read by Vanessa Maroney

1 cassette

Posy wants to keep Buggins, the stray dog she acquired at her Great Green Pet Show, but her

mother doesn't like dogs. So Posy sets out to make her mother like Buggins. But in her attempts

to be helpful, Posy ruins a load of washing and mangles the vacuum cleaner. Sequel to Meet

Posy Bates (RC 44708). For grades 3-6. 1991.

The Secret Oceans RC 43637

by Betty Ballantine 

read by John Stratton

1 cassette

An international team of scientists boards a high-tech submersible on an expedition to

communicate with whales. The team encounters the cetasapiens, a previously unknown type of

super-dolphin, from whom they learn much about the creatures of the deep and the fragile

ecology of the oceans. For grades 5-8. 1994.

The Secret of the Desert Stone: The Cooper Kids Adventure, Book 5 RC 45592

by Frank E. Peretti 

read by Jack Fox

1 cassette

Dr. Jacob Cooper and his teenage children, Jay and Lila, are in Africa to identify a man-made

stone that is more than two miles high and about four miles long. It appeared overnight and

divides two warring nations. But when the Coopers begin studying the stone, they find

themselves in great danger. Sequel to Trapped at the Bottom of the Sea (RC 41017). For grades

5-8. 1996.

The Shark Callers RC 43641

by Eric Campbell 

read by John Stratton

1 cassette

Two boys' lives converge at sea against the backdrop of a volcano eruption and tidal wave near

New Guinea. As young Andy Thompson heads his dinghy toward shore from his family's

damaged boat, the native boy Kaleku is on his first voyage as a shark caller. Both boys face the

daunting hazards of sea and of sharks. For grades 6-9. 1994.

The Snowy Day RC 43471

by Ezra Jack Keats 

read by Chuck Young

1 cassette (Reissue)

Young Peter is thrilled to wake up to snow piled high. He spends the day crunching, sliding,

building a snowman, making snow angels, and having a great time. Caldecott award winner. For

preschool-grade 2. 1962.

Some of My Best Friends Are Monsters RC 44969

by Bruce Coville 

read by Susan Nardone

1 cassette

Stuart has been at camp for about five weeks, and many strange things have happened. Robert,

his ghostly friend, continues to hover around. When Lucius Colton, the camp bully, turns into a

hairy monster, Stuart begins to wonder if Robert is up to something. For grades 3-6. 1988.

Starring Mirette and Bellini RC 45360

by Emily Arnold McCully 

read by Madelyn Buzzard

1 cassette

Now that Mirette has become an expert at walking on the high wire, she and Bellini have begun

performing together. After traveling all over Europe, they receive an invitation to perform in

Russia. But an unfortunate incident puts Bellini in prison. Only Mirette can save him, by using a

new skill Bellini has taught her. Sequel to Mirette on the High Wire (RC 36482). For grades K-3.

1997.

That's Good! That's Bad! RC 43810

by Margery Cuyler 

read by Gary Tipton

1 cassette

A little boy visits the zoo with his parents. They buy him a big red balloon, and that's good. But

what happens after that is sometimes good and sometimes bad. For preschool-grade 2. 1991.

Thunder Cave RC 43377

by Roland Smith 

read by Christopher Walker

2 cassettes

After his mother's death, young Jake Lansa leaves his New York home on a lone quest to Kenya

in search of his father, a wildlife biologist. En route, Jake is abducted by a ruthless ring of

poachers intent on locating a rare elephant herd. Jake becomes a pawn in a perilous game of

greed and threatened extinction. For grades 5-8. 1995.

Walkabout RC 41555

by James Vance Marshall 

read by Susan McInerney

1 cassette (Reissue)

An Aboriginal boy, who is on his ritual walkabout in Australia's remote Northern Territory,

encounters a brother and sister from South Carolina who have just survived a plane crash.

Although the Aborigine is supposed to complete his walkabout alone, he realizes he must save

the children. But when the girl looks at him in fear, he thinks she has seen the spirit of death and

that he will soon die. For junior and senior high readers. 1959.

White Water RC 45782

by P.J. Petersen 

read by Gregory Gorton

1 cassette

While taking a white-water rafting trip with his father and stepbrother, Greg faces the greatest

challenge of his young life when his father is bitten by a rattlesnake. The two boys must navigate

the rough rapids in a race against time to get medical care. For grades 4-7. 1997.

Zia RC 44035

by Scott O'Dell 

read by Ann Hodapp

1 cassette (Reissue)

In this sequel to Island of the Blue Dolphins (RC 22397), Zia, a fourteen-year-old Indian girl and

her brother, Mando, make plans to rescue Aunt Karana using a boat they found washed up on the

beach. Their aunt was left behind on the Island of the Blue Dolphins eighteen years ago. For

grades 5-8. 1976.

Braille

The Adventures of Tom Sawyer BR 11823

by Mark Twain 

2 volumes

The escapades and high jinks of schoolboy Ta small Missouri town on the Mississippi River.

Tom angles for the affections of Becky Thatcher, runs away with Huck Finn and Joe Harper, and

tells the truth when it matters. First published in 1876. For grades 6-9 and older readers. 1989.

Hatchet BR 11525

by Gary Paulsen 

1 volume (Reissue)

Brian, thirteen and troubled by his parents' divorce, is flying in a single-engine plane to visit his

father. As Brian is the only passenger, the pilot casually shows him how to fly the plane. When

the pilot has a heart attack and dies, Brian must take control. After the plane crashes in the

Canadian wilderness, Brian has only the hatchet attached to his belt to help him survive. For

grades 6-9 and older readers. 1987.

In the Stone Circle BR 11834

by Elizabeth Cody Kimmel 

2 volumes

Cristyn, fourteen, is reluctant to spend a dull summer in Wales with her widowed father while he

does medieval-history research, and she's leery about sharing an ancient house with another

American professor and her children. But ghostly happenings turn the vacation into an

unexpected adventure. For grades 5-8. 1998.

A Killing Frost BR 11739

by John Marsden 

2 volumes

In this sequel to The Dead of Night (BR 11708), six months have passed since the small group of

Australian teens went into hiding after their community was seized by enemies. Their attempts to

gather information and help the captured become more and more daring. Some violence and

some strong language. For junior and senior high and older readers. 1995.

Reef of Death BR 11814

by Paul Zindel 

1 volume

Maruul, an Aboriginal girl, and PC McPhee, an American boy, help their relatives dive for

ancient treasure beneath the Australian reefs. But a killer fish and an unscrupulous scientist are

also hunting in the sea. Some violence. For junior and senior high readers. 1998.

Return to Hawk's Hill BR 11854

by Allan W. Eckert 

1 volume

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 (BR 1771). For grades 5-8. 1998.

River Danger BR 11969

by Thomas J. Dygard 

1 volume

Because Eric's father has broken his ankle, Eric, seventeen, agrees to take care of his

eleven-year-old brother, Robbie, on a week- long canoe trip. The first day out the brothers

encounter some suspicious men, and before the trip is over, it is Robbie who must save Eric. For

grades 6-9. 1998.

Running Out of Time BR 11287

by Margaret Peterson Haddix 

2 volumes

In 1840, Jessie Keyser, twelve, lives with her family in the town of Clifton. But when Jessie's

friends begin falling ill, her mother tells her the shocking truth: It is really 1996, and the family is

part of an elaborate tourist attraction--one that has gone horribly wrong. It's now up to Jessie to

escape to the modern world to find help. For grades 5-8. 1995.

The Snowy Day BR 10045

by Ezra Jack Keats 

1 volume

Young Peter is thrilled to wake up to snow piled high. He spends the day crunching, sliding,

building a snowman, making snow angels, and having a great time. For preschool-grade 2.

PRINT/BRAILLE. Caldecott award winner. 1962.

The Thief BR 11285

by Megan Whalen Turner 

2 volumes

Gen, who boasts he can steal anything, is in the king's prison. He is offered a chance of freedom

by joining the king's scholar in trying to recover the legendary Hamiathes's Gift Stone. Gen

accepts the offer but endures many psychological and physical dangers. Some strong language.

For junior and senior high readers. 1996.

Watership Down BR 10851

by Richard Adams 

4 volumes

A fable about a band of rabbits who set out bravely for a new home in the English countryside.

They encounter many dangers and adventures along the way and finally make it to safety after

rescuing some does who become their mates. For junior and senior high and older readers. 1972.

Animals

Cassettes

Abby RC 45050

by Wolfram Hnel 

read by Laura Giannarelli

1 cassette

Moira lives on a tiny Irish island and her best friend is the family dog, Abby. They run on the

beach, watch the gulls and the clouds from the meadow, and climb up the cliffs. Then one day

Moira comes home from school to learn that Abby has eaten poisoned meat and may die. For

grades 2-4. 1996. 

Aunt Isabel Makes Trouble RC 44941

by Kate Duke 

read by Madelyn Buzzard

1 cassette

Aunt Isabel mouse and Penelope have been playing in the park all day, and Aunt Isabel declares

it is time to go home and listen to a story. Penelope wants to help tell it. So when Aunt Isabel

begins, Penelope keeps but-but-butting in to create a lot of trouble and many surprises. For

grades K-3. 1996.

Babar the King RC 44154

by Jean De Brunhoff 

read by Jamie Horton

1 cassette (Reissue)

King Babar and Queen Celeste are established as rulers of the country of the elephants. Since

they have no capital city, King Babar orders everything he needs to build a magnificent capital.

For grades K-3. 1935.

The Bat in the Boot RC 43779

by Annie Cannon 

read by Madelyn Buzzard

1 cassette

Two children find a baby bat in a boot in their garage. With their parents' help, they feed and

take care of the tiny bat until night comes. For preschool-grade 2. 1996.

A Bear for All Seasons RC 42936

by Diane Marcial Fuchs 

read by Gary Telles

1 cassette

Just as Bear is settling in for his long winter nap, his friend Fox knocks on the door. Fox is upset

with winter and tries to convince Bear that it shouldn't be his favorite season. For grades K-3.

1995.

The Bear Who Didn't Like Honey RC 45464

by Barbara Maitland 

read by Bob Askey

1 cassette

Little Bear is scared of lots of things--the night, the water, and even the bees that make honey.

His brothers and sisters call him Scaredy Bear. One day while Little Bear is walking in the

woods, he sees an even smaller baby bear, who is stuck up in a tree. Can Little Bear find the

courage to help? For grades K-3. 1996.

Beneath the Ghost Moon RC 44824

by Jane Yolen 

read by Bob Askey

1 cassette

On the night before Ghost Eve, all the farmyard mice are sleeping. They have finished their

costumes for the ball the following evening. During the night, mean-hearted creepy-crawlies

come out and destroy everything. But the mice refuse to be defeated. For grades K-3. 1994.

The Black Stallion RC 44178

by Walter Farley 

read by Jamie Horton

1 cassette (Reissue)

When Alec Ramsay first sees the Black Stallion being forced aboard the ship on which he is a

passenger, Alec has no idea that the magnificent creature will soon save his life. For grades 4-7.

1941.

The Black Stallion Returns RC 44019

by Walter Farley 

read by Christopher Hurt

1 cassette (Reissue)

In this story, originally written in 1945, Alec Ramsey's love for the Black Stallion leads him

halfway around the world in search of an obscure Arabian sheikhdom, where he hopes to find the

Black. For grades 4-7. 1945.

The Bookstore Mouse RC 46638

by Peggy Christian 

read by John Horton

1 cassette

Cervantes is the mouse who lives behind a wall of reference books in an antiquarian bookstore.

His problem is Milo, the cat, who is waiting to catch him. But Cervantes knows how to ren

unexpected advantage. For grades 3-6. 1995.

Brown Sunshine of Sawdust Valley RC 44027

by Marguerite Henry 

read by Margaret Strom

1 cassette

Molly wants a horse more than anything. When her father finally agrees, she is heartbroken that

he chooses an aging mare instead of the young colt she envisioned. But sadness turns to joy

when the mare surprises them by giving birth to a beautiful mule. For grades 3-6. 1996.

Caesar's Antlers RC 46602

by Brooks Hansen 

read by Anne Flosnik

1 cassette

The story of a mother sparrow who builds a nest in a reindeer's antlers in order to travel in search

of her lost mate. Caesar, the reindeer, is on his own mission--taking supplies to his lost humans.

For grades 4-7. 1997.

The Case of the Cat's Meow RC 44922

by Crosby Bonsall 

read by Suzanne Toren

1 cassette

Snitch is certain someone is going to steal his cat Mildred even though his brother, Wizard, and

their fellow sleuths, Tubby and Skinny, scoff at the idea. Sure enough, Mildred is soon missing

and the four boys must put their investigative skills to work. For grades K-3. 1965.

Charlotte's Web RC 46839

by E.B. White 

read by Jamie Horton

1 cassette (Reissue)

A little girl who can talk to animals is devoted to both Wilbur, the foolishly smug pig, and

Charlotte, the beautiful gray spider who saves Wilbur's life. For grades 3-6. 1952.

Children of Summer: Henri Fabre's Insects RC 45413

by Margaret J. Anderson 

read by Christopher Walker

1 cassette

A fictionalized account of the research of nineteenth-century entomologist Jean Henri Fabre.

Fabre's ten-year-old son tells of his father's extensive studies on insect behavior. He describes the

novel experiments and fascinating discoveries about beetles, wasps, moths, and other tiny

creatures. For grades 5-8. 1997.

Chuck and Danielle RC 45364

by Peter Dickinson 

read by Anne Flosnik

1 cassette

Danielle is very protective of Chuck, her dog. She has to be because Chuck is afraid of almost

everything: motorcycles, pigeons, a stuffed bear, even the sound of footsteps in the night.

Occasionally Chuck does something helpful, although accidental, such as knocking down a

pursesnatcher. Even though Chuck causes lots of problems, Danielle is very loyal. For grades

3-6. 1996.

The Dark at the Top of the Stairs RC 45278

by Sam McBratney 

read by Bob Askey

1 cassette

An old mouse cares for three young mice in a cellar. One day, instead of going on their usual

outside adventures, the little mice ask their guardian to take them to the dark spot at the top of

the stairs to see if a monster really lives there. For preschool-grade 2. 1996.

Dog Friday RC 44057

by Hilary McKay 

read by Jack Fox

1 cassette

Ten-year-old Robin Brogan is trying to overcome his fear of dogs. He gets some help when a

bunch of kids move in next door with a dog as fierce as his name--Old Blanket. Then Robin finds

an abandoned dog on the beach. The dog is nearly dead and Robin must decide if he is brave

enough to nurse the dog back to health. For grades 4-7. 1994.

The Enormous Crocodile RC 43544

by Roald Dahl 

read by Earle Hyman

1 cassette (Reissue)

An enormous crocodile who devises clever tricks to trap a nice, juicy child for lunch gets exactly

what he deserves. A snappy jungle tale for grades K-3. 1978.

An Extraordinary Egg RC 44650

by Leo Lionni 

read by Madelyn Buzzard

1 cassette

Three frogs live on Pebble Island. When one of them discovers a beautiful white egg, she brings

it home to the otgg. Instead, when the egg hatches, out crawls a long, scaly creature that walks on

four legs. For preschool-grade 2. 1994.

Faith and the Electric Dogs RC 45202

by Patrick Jennings 

read by Peter Gil

1 cassette

Edison, one of a pack of street-smart Mexican dogs, tells how he met his American friend Faith

(who is seventy years old in dog years). Faith is not happy in Mexico, but after Edison defends

her from some schoolyard bullies, she builds a spaceship and takes him along on her travels. The

voyage has unexpected results for both of them. For grades 3-6. 1996.

Father Bear Comes Home RC 44774

by Else Holmelund Minarik 

read by Peggy Gilleland

1 cassette (Reissue)

Little Bear's father is away on a fishing trip. Little Bear tells his friends that his father may bring

home a mermaid. So hen, duck, and cat wait at Little Bear's house. But Father Bear doesn't have

a mermaid when he arrives. For grades K-3. 1959.

The Fire Cat RC 44921

by Esther Averill 

read by Suzanne Toren

1 cassette (Reissue)

Pickles is a stray yellow cat with black spots in his fur and very big paws. Pickles also has big

plans. But he lives alone in a big old yard, and the only thing he has to do is chase little cats.

Then he chases a cat up a tree, and the firemen have to come get Pickles down. Soon Pickles has

something to do. For grades K-3. 1960.

Gift Horse RC 44049

by Betty Levin 

read by Gary Tipton

1 cassette

When Matt's filmmaker great-uncle visits, he brings gifts for the children, not realizing that Matt

isn't a baby anymore. When Uncle Oliver promises to replace the babyish ball with a real horse,

Matt's family doesn't believe it will happen. But Matt begins preparing a place for the horse he

knows is coming. For grades 4-7. 1996.

Harry and the Lady Next Door RC 44905

by Gene Zion 

read by Suzanne Toren

1 cassette

Harry, a white dog with black spots, loves all of his neighbors, except the lady next door. She

sings so high and loud that it hurts Harry's ears. Harry tries many ways to get be successful. For

grades K-3. 1960.

Harry the Dirty Dog RC 44939

by Gene Zion 

read by Jack Fox

1 cassette

Harry buries his scrubbing brush and spends a glorious day getting dirty before he finally realizes

that soap has its uses, after all. For grades K-3. 1956.

Harry the Poisonous Centipede: A Story to Make You Squirm RC 46160

by Lynne Reid Banks 

read by Kristin Allison

1 cassette

Harry, a young centipede, has been warned by his mother not to go above ground, especially up

the "up-pipe" that leads to the home of "hoo-mins." But an emergency sends Harry and his friend

George scurrying up the dangerous pipe. For grades 3-6. 1997.

Harry's Pony RC 44967

by Barbara Ann Porte 

read by Anne Hancock

1 cassette

Harry's entry in an essay contest wins him a pony. Unfortunately, Harry's father won't let him

keep it: the neighborhood isn't zoned for horses and ponies are expensive to take care of. Now

what is Harry to do? For grades K-3. 1997.

Heart of a Tiger RC 44614

by Marsha Diane Arnold 

read by Jamie Horton

1 cassette

Naming Day--a special day when the animals choose fitting names for themselves--will soon

arrive, and "Number Four," a small gray kitten, wants a name of power and importance. He then

follows a mighty Bengal tiger, hoping to learn its ways, when he suddenly gets a chance to prove

himself. For grades K-3. 1995.

How Chipmunk Got Tiny Feet: Native American Animal Origin Stories RC 43880

retold by Gerald Hausman 

read by Laura Giannarelli

1 cassette

Seven stories that explain how the coyote, bat, lizard, hawk, horse, possum, and chipmunk came

to be the animals we know today. Includes "How Coyote Got Yellow Eyes," "How Bat Learned

to Fly," "How Lizard Got Flat," and "How Possum Lost His Tail." For grades K-3. 1995.

If Anything Ever Goes Wrong at the Zoo RC 40962

by Mary Jean Hendrick 

read by Marilyn Gleason

1 cassette

Every Saturday Leslie tells a different zookeeper that the animals are welcome at her house on

the hill if there is ever a problem at the zoo. One rainy evening, there is a knock at the door, and

one by one the zookeepers bring their zebras, monkeys, elephants, and more. The zoo is flooded!

For preschool-grade 2. 1993.

The Iguana Brothers: A Tale of Two Lizards RC 45469

by Tony Johnston 

read by Bob Askey

1 cassette

Tom and Don, two iguana brothers in Mexico, spend the day eating flowers instead of bugs,

pretending to be dinosaurs, and looking for a new friend. Finally they realize that they can be

both brothers and friends. For grades K-3. 1995. 

The Invisible Dog RC 45174

by Dick King-Smith 

read by Graci Ragsdale

1 cassette

Seven-year-old Janie was only two when the family Great Dane, Rupert, died. Her father refuses

her pleas for another dog because of the expense. So when Janie finds Rupert's large collar and

leash in the garage, she pretends she has an invisible Great Dane named Henry. But her elderly

neighbor sees Henry, too! For grades 2-4. 1993.

Julie's Wolf Pack RC 45826

by Jean Craighead George 

read by Catherine Byers

1 cassette

This sequel to Julie (RC 40306) chronicles six years of the wolf pack family led by Kapu. The

Eskimos call these wolves "Julie's wolf pack" because of the past connection between Julie and

the wolves. Now on their own, the members of the pack face famine and disease. When Kapu is

captured for a scientific experiment, Julie intervenes on his behalf. For grades 5-8. 1997.

The Jungle Book RC 40928

by Rudyard Kipling 

rete (Reissue)

Seven short stories. Three present the adventures of Mowgli, a boy who is raised by a wolf pack

in India and taught the laws of the jungle by a panther and a bear. Other stories include

"Rikki-Tikki-Tavi," "The White Seal," "Toomai of the Elephants," and "Servants of the Queen."

For grades 5-8. 1894.

The Junkyard Dog RC 44778

by Erika Tamar 

read by Cyn Delafield

1 cassette

As Katie Lawrence, eleven, walks home from school one afternoon, she notices a dog in the

junkyard. The dog is very skinny and very scared. Katie can't get the dog out of her mind. With

help from her stepfather, Katie takes on the responsibility of feeding and caring for the dog, even

though he remains locked in the junkyard. For grades 4-7. 1995.

Kashtanka RC 43315

by Anton Chekhov 

read by Laura Giannarelli

1 cassette

A chestnut-colored dog named Kashtanka gets lost on a snowy evening while walking with her

master. She is taken in by a kind circus clown and taught to do tricks. But she still longs for her

home. The story, by a famous Russian author, is more than one hundred years old. For grades

3-6. 1995.

Katy No-Pocket RC 42963

by Emmy Payne 

read by Mary Kane

1 cassette

Katy is a kangaroo without a pocket. She tries to carry her son, Freddy, the way other types of

animals carry their young, but nothing works. So Katy and Freddy head for the city to buy a

pocket. For grades K-3. 1944.

Lassie: A Christmas Story RC 45539

by Earl Hamner and Don Sipes 

read by Christopher Hurt

1 cassette

On Christmas Eve, Timmy and his dog Lassie are arranging the nativity scene while Timmy's

mother is out feeding the deer. When she does not return, Lassie goes to search for her. Lassie

faces many dangers before she finds Timmy's mother and reunites the family for Christmas. For

grades 3-6. 1997.

Lilly's Secret RC 43583

by Miko Imai 

read by Janis Gray

1 cassette

Cats Lilly and Coco are having tea when Coco says she thinks Lilly's paws look weird. No one

has ever mentioned her funny paws before, and now Lilly is embarrassed to go on a walk with

her friend, Joey. For preschool-grade 2. 1994.

A Lion Named Shirley Williamson RC 45296

by Bernard Waber 

read by Pam Ward

1 cassette

The zoo director misunderstands a telephone call and thinks his new lion is named Shirley

Williamson. This brings the lion much attention, but the other lions are peeved so the director

decides to change Shirley's name to Bongo. Losing her popularity encourages the lion to escape.

For preschool-grade 2. 1996.

The Long Patrol RC 46543

by Brian Jacques 

read by David Palmer

2 cassettes

A frisky young hare called Tammo exchanges imaginary enemies for real ones when his mother

sends him to join the Long Patrol of warrior hares. He proves his mettle in the defense of

Redwall Abbey against the Rapscallions led by the Greatrat Damug Warfang. Companion to

Redwall (RC 29729). For grades 5-8. 1998.

Martha Blah Blah RC 43776

by Susan Meddaugh 

read by Madelyn Buzzard

1 cassette

Ever since Martha the dog started eating Granny Elsie's alphabet soup, she has been able to talk.

Now Granny Flo takes over the soup company and decides to leave some letters out of the soup

cans. But when Martha has her first bowl of the new soup, something happens to her voice.

Sequel to Martha Calling (RC 40816). For preschool-grade 2. 1996.

Mia, the Beach Cat RC 44773

by Wolfram Hanel 

read by Nancy Kronenfeld

1 cassette

Maggie and her new friend, a stray kitten called Mia, have fun playing dodge-the-wave at the

water's edge. But one day the kitten jumps overboard from a fishing boat where she hitched a

ride in the early morning, and she has to be rescued from the waves. Then Maggie asks her father

to help her adopt Mia, so the kitten will be safe. For grades 2-4. 1994.

 

Millions of Cats RC 43117

by Wanda Gg 

read by Laura Giannarelli

1 cassette

Because his wife is lonely, an old man goes out to search for a kitten. Unable to choose, he

returns with millions and billions and trillions of cats. For grades K-3. 1928.

Mr. Potter's Pet RC 44775

by Dick King-Smith 

read by Ray Dizefalo

1 cassette

Fifty-year-old Mr. Potter has lived a dull life with his strict parents and has never been able to

have a pet. But now, because of a bad tin of crab, his parents are dead. On his way home from the

funeral, Mr. Potter buys himself an unusual pet. For grades 2-4.

1996.

Murphy and Kate RC 44389

by Ellen Howard 

read by Susan McInerney

1 cassette

Kate has grown up with her dog Murphy, and they have always been the best of friends. Both are

fourteen when Murphy dies and Kate must carry on without him. For grades 2-4. 1995.

Nellie: A Cat on Her Own RC 44465

by Natalie Babbitt 

read by Laura Giannarelli

1 cassette

Nellie is a marionette cat who lives with an old woman and her real cat, Big Tom. Every

afternoon the old woman takes Nellie down from her peg and makes her dance. Nellie loves

dancing. Then the old woman dies, and there is no one to make Nellie dance--until Big Tom has

an idea. For grades 2-4. 1989.

Night Rabbits RC 43625

by Monica Wellington 

read by Suzanne Toren

1 cassette

The day is ending, but two little rabbits are still awake. They hop through the garden and into the

cornfield and the orchard. And along the way they meet a raccoon, an owl, and a fox. Then the

thunder and crashing of the rain send them home to snuggle and cuddle. For preschool-grade 2.

1995.

Orson RC 44938

by Rascal 

read by David Palmer

1 cassette

Orson the bear is so big he can't join the other animals in their games. One spring he wakes up

from hibernating to find a little stuffed bear outside his cave. Orson isn't lonely anymore, but he

wishes his new friend would come alive. For preschool-grade 2. 1995. 

Poppy RC 42709

by Avi 

read by Kimberly Schraf

1 cassette

The deer mice know they must ask Mr. Ocax the owl for permission before they wander far from

their home. Poppy's father says it is because Mr. Ocax wants to protect them against porcupines,

but Poppy soon learns otherwise. While she and her boyfriend, Ragweed, are out for a forbidden

night stroll, Mr. Ocax eats Ragweed. If Poppy cannot convince her father and the other mice of

the danger, she must somehow protect them. For grades 3-6. 1995.

Possum's Harvest Moon RC 44825

by Anne Hunter 

read by Bob Askey

1 cassette

Possum awakes one autumn evening to discover a beautiful harvest moon. He invites his

meadow friends--the mice, crickets, frogs, fireflies, and Raccoon--to help celebrate this special

time of the year before the arrival of winter. For grades K-3. 1996.

Return of the Wolf RC 40941

by Dorothy Hinshaw Patent 

read by Graci Ragsdale

1 cassette

The author, who has studied wolf behavior on a first-hand basis, tells the story of two wolves

who have been banished from their respective packs. Sedra has already staked out a new territory

when she meets Jasper. They band together, and in the spring they begin a new family, thus

starting a new wolf pack. For grades 4-7. 1995.

 

Rooster's Off to See the World RC 44940

by Eric Carle 

read by Madelyn Buzzard

1 cassette (Reissue)

In this book about counting, Rooster decides to travel, so he sets out to see the world. But before

he goes very far, he gets lonely. Then Rooster spies two cats and asks them to join him. Before

long, Rooster has fourteen animals with him. For grades K-3. 1972.

The School Mouse RC 40976

by Dick King-Smith 

read by Mimi Bederman

1 cassette

Flora is a mouse who was born in a school. Unlike her parents and brothers and sisters, Flora is

fascinated by the children's lessons and before long is able to read. Disaster strikes when the

school puts out mouse poison, but Flora reads the container in time to save her parents. As she

moves up to the first-grade class, Flora finds a boyfriend--a student's pet white mouse that has

escaped. For grades 2-4. 1995.

Shiloh Season RC 44980

by Phyllis Reynolds Naylor 

read by M.E. DePalma

1 cassette

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 (RC 35064). For grades 4-7. 1996.

Silverwing RC 46163

by Kenneth Oppel 

read by Kristin Allison

2 cassettes

In the Silverwing bat coas an enormous sense of curiosity that endangers the entire colony. When

he is lost in a storm during a migration, his adventures in the larger world begin. Shade wants to

learn about the disappearance of his father, why some bats have metal bands, and how to return

to his mother in the colony. For grades 3-6. 1997.

Sniper RC 43260

by Theodore Taylor 

read by Brian Conn

1 cassette

Left in charge of his parents' wild-animal preserve while they travel in Africa, fifteen-year-old

Ben Jepson is determined to prove to his parents that he is capable of the job. But when the chief

animal handler is critically injured and a sniper begins to pick off the wild cats, Ben's

responsibilities and troubles nearly overwhelm him. For grades 5-7. 1989.

Stay! Keeper's Story RC 46164

by Lois Lowry 

read by Bob Askey

1 cassette

A puppy is one of four born outside a French restaurant. After his family disappears, the young

dog experiences a variety of lifestyles--from companion to a homeless man to starring in

commercials--before he finds the perfect home with a girl and her mother, who name him

Keeper. For grades 5-8. 1997.

The Surprise Family RC 44034

by Lynn Reiser 

read by Madelyn Buzzard

1 cassette

A newly hatched baby chick is surprised to find her mother is a boy. He raises her, and when she

becomes a hen, she wants children of her own. The boy finds some motherless eggs, and the hen

happily adopts them, not realizing they are not chicken eggs. For grades K-3. 1994.

The Three Little Wolves and the Big Bad Pig RC 45040

by Eugene Trivizas 

read by Christopher Walker

1 cassette

Once upon a time there were three little wolves who lived with their mother. One day she tells

them it is time to go out into the world and build their own house. But they must beware of the

big bad pig and build a very strong house. The wolves have a hard time building the right house.

For grades K-3. 1993.

Tornado RC 45736

by Betsy Byars 

read by Gary Tipton

1 cassette

Seeking shelter from an approaching he storm cellar. To distract the children from the danger

outside, farmhand Pete regales the group with tales from his boyhood about a marvelous dog

named Tornado, who could do card tricks and more. For grades 2-4. 1996.

The Trouble with Henriette! RC 44709

by Wende and Harry Devlin 

read by Laura Giannarelli

1 cassette

Jolie's grandfather is going to give away Jolie's dog, Henriette, now that she can't sniff out

truffles anymore. Jolie knows it is only because Grandfather makes Henriette sleep in the barn,

so hay fever is affecting her smell. But how can she make Grandfather believe her? For

preschool-grade 2. 1995.

The Warm Place RC 41668

by Nancy Farmer 

read by Celeste Lawson

1 cassette

Ruva is just a young giraffe when she is captured in Africa, brought to the United States, and

sold to a zoo near San Francisco. But all Ruva can think about is getting back to Africa and her

"warm place" where she feels secure. Along the way, Ruva is befriended by a rat known as

Rodentus von Stroheim the Third, another rat known as Troll, a chameleon named Nelson, and a

young African American boy known as Jabila. For grades 4-7. 1995.

Washing the Willow Tree Loon RC 44710

by Jacqueline Briggs Martin 

read by Laura Giannarelli

1 cassette

When a barge hits a bridge and spills oil into the water, a team of volunteers goes to work to save

the many ducks and birds covered with oil. This is the story of how one loon by a willow tree is

captured, washed, fed, and returned to a clean part of the river. For grades K-3. 1995.

What a Wonderful Day to Be a Cow RC 44674

by Carolyn Lesser 

read by Pam Ward

1 cassette

Each month is special to some animal on the farm. The farm dog loves the January snow, the

pigs enjoy the April mud, and the cows treasure the lazy days of June. For preschool-grade 2.

1995.

When Birds Could Talk and Bats Could Sing: The Adventures of Bruh Sparrow, Sis Wren, and

Their Friends RC 45076

retold by Virginia Hamilton 

read by Jamie Horton

1 cassette

These stories a, and jays are based on African American folktales from the South during the

plantation era and were collected by journalist Martha Young after the Civil War. For grades 2-4.

1996.

When Will It Snow? RC 47160

by Bruce Hiscock 

read by Erik Sandvold

1 cassette

In the North Country a little boy named Robin is waiting impatiently for the first snow. Others

are preparing for it, too: a deer mouse is storing seeds, birds are eating more, a groundhog is

hibernating, and a brown rabbit's fur is turning white. For preschool- grade 2. 1995.

Wringer RC 45801

by Jerry Spinelli 

read by Christopher Walker

1 cassette

Palmer LaRue dreads turning ten, the age at which boys become wringers--those who break the

necks of wounded birds at the town's annual pigeon shoot. A pigeon appears at Palmer's window

and becomes his pet, a fact that the boy conceals until the day of the shoot, when he faces a tough

moral decision. For grades 4-7. 1997.

Braille

Akiak: A Tale from the Iditarod BR 12007

by Robert J. Blake 

1 volume

Akiak is the lead dog in Mick's sled team for the ten-day Iditarod race. When she is injured and

pulled out of the race, Akiak refuses to quit and instead follows the team on her own.

PRINT/BRAILLE. For grades K-3. 1997.

Aunt Eater's Mystery Christmas BR 11328

by Doug Cushman 

1 volume

Aunt Eater, an anteater, is getting ready for a visit from her sister, Eliza. She has just finished her

Christmas shopping when she spots an ad for a new mystery book by her favorite author. But

before Aunt Eater can get a copy, she has to solve several mysteries of her own. For grades K-3.

1995.

Barnyard Lullaby BR 12008

by Frank Asch 

1 volume

The barnyard animals sing their babies to sleep at night. When the farmer is disturbed by the

noise and tells them to be quiet, his own baby begins to cry in protest. Includes a songsheet.

PRINT/BRAILLE. For preschool-grade 2. 1998.

Buzzard Breath BR 10793

by Marty Crisp 

1 volume

Will knows a lot about dogs and is saving his money to buy a purebred. When he does some odd

jobs for a mean neighbor, Will begins to feel sorry for her grungy dog, General, who has always

scared him. But even after General runs away and comes to Will's rescue, Will is sure this is not

the kind of dog he wants. For grades 3-6. 1995.

Do You See a Mouse? BR 11002

by Bernard Waber 

1 volume

The Park Snoot Hotel is very fancy, and the staff makes sure everything is always clean and neat.

But one day there is a big commotion in the hotel. Someone has seen a mouse!

PRINT/BRAILLE. For grades K-3. 1995. 

Fire, Bed, and Bone BR 11845

by Henrietta Branford 

1 volume

In 1381 England, just after giving birth to puppies, a hunting dog watches in dismay as her kind

owner and his wife are arrested during the peasants' revolt. The loyal dog describes the passing

seasons as she keeps tabs on both her human family and her own offspring. For grades 5-8. 1998.

The Goose That Almost Got Cooked BR 11038

by Marc Simont 

1 volume

Flying with her flock of wild Canada geese, Emily tires herself by doing flips and stops to take a

nap. She lands on a farm, sees how wonderful life is for farm geese, and decides to stay. But

soon Emily learns the downside of farm living. PRINT/BRAILLE. For grades K-3. 1997.

The Great Ball Game: A Muskogee Story BR 10047

by Joseph Bruchac 

1 volume

Retelling of a Native American folktale. In a game of stickball between the birds and the

animals, the bat plays a very special role. PRINT/BRAILLE. For grades K-3. 1994.

James and the Rain BR 11087

by Karla Kuskin 

1 volume

In this counting book, James puts on his yellow coat that buttons to his chin and a pair of rubber

boots to tuck his trousers in, pulls down his bright yellow hat onto his head, opens his big black

umbrella, and steps out into the rain. As he strolls along, James meets an ever increasing number

of animals--from one cow to ten cats. For preschool-grade 2. 1957.

Julie's Wolf Pack BR 11375

by Jean Craighead George 

1 volume

This sequel to Julie (BR 10116) chronicles six years of the wolf pack family led by Kapu. The

Eskimos call these wolves "Julie's wolf pack" because of the past connection between Julie and

the wolves. Now on their own, the members of the pack face famine and disease. When Kapu is

captured for a scientific experiment, Julie intervenes on his behalf. For grades 5-8. 1997.

Kashtanka BR 10042

by Anton Chekhov 

1 volume

A chestnut-colored dog named Kashtanka gets lost on a snowy evening while walking with her

master. She is taken in by a kind circus clown and taught to do tricks. The story, by a famous

Russian author, is more than one hundred years old. PRINT/BRAILLE. For grades 3-6. 1995.

McDuff Moves In BR 11028

by Rosemary Wells 

1 volume

When the dogcatcher's truck goes over a bump in the road, a little white dog falls out and lands

in a bed of flowers. He doesn't know where he is, but he knows he is hungry. He goes looking for

something to eat and a warm place to stay. The dog is not welcomed at the first two homes, but

at the third house, a nice couple takes him in. PRINT/BRAILLE. For preschool-grade 2. 1997.

Mean Margaret BR 11614

by Tor Seidler 

1 volume

Fred the woodchuck is very set in his ways, but he has recently made a big change by marrying

Phoebe. His life is further disrupted when a group of human children leave their youngest sibling

at his doorstep. The huge toddler is mean and demanding, but Phoebe adores her. For grades 3-6.

1997.

Mouse Mess BR 12004

by Linnea Riley 

1 volume

The sleeping little mouse wakes up when the family goes to bed. Since he is very hungry, he

goes to the kitchen where he finds cookies and crackers, milk and cheese, and peanut butter and

jam. And when he is full, he goes back to bed. But what a mess he has made. PRINT/BRAILLE.

For preschool-grade 2. 1997.

Mr. Popper's Penguins BR 11424

by Richard and Florence Potato 

1 volume

When his pet penguin, "Captain Cook," becomes lonely, Mr. Popper gets another penguin to

keep him company. Before long, there are ten more penguins in the Popper household and things

are never quite the same again. For grades 3-6. 1938.

Old Yeller BR 11976

by Fred Gipson 

1 volume

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.

Pip's Magic BR 10044

by Ellen Stoll Walsh 

1 volume

Pip, a salamander, is afraid of the dark. His frog friends tell Pip he should ask Old Abra, the

wizard, for some magic that will help him be brave. Pip thinks it is a wonderful idea, but finding

Old Abra means going through the dark woods and a darker tunnel. PRINT/BRAILLE. For

preschool-grade 2. 1994.

The Puppy Sister BR 11408

by S.E. Hinton 

1 volume

Aleasha Ann Davidson, a puppy, likes her new family even though Nick keeps saying he wanted

a sister instead. Aleasha is determined to win Nick's affection, so because she likes human things

such as eating at the table, she decides to turn herself into a human person. For grades 2-4. 1995.

Red Hen and Sly Fox BR 11076

by Vivian French 

1 volume

Red Hen always wears an apron with a pocket, and in the pocket she has a needle and thread and

a pair of scissors so she can do mending for her friends in the woods. One day Sly Fox comes to

ask Red Hen to mend a pair of socks for him, but he really wants to have Red Hen for supper.

For grades K-3. 1994.

Rikki-Tikki-Tavi BR 11015

by Rudyard Kipling 

1 volume

A young mongoose is found by an English family in India and, following his instincts, he stalks

and kills poisonous snakes in their garden. His courage endears him to everyone.

PRINT/BRAILLE. For grades 2-4. 1997. 

Seal Surfer BR 11037

by Michael Foreman 

1 volume

Even though Ben sometimes uses a wheelchair, he and his grandfather often hunt for mussels

along a rocky beach. One spring they spot a seal and her new pup. Over the next few years, Ben

and the young seal develop a special bond as they both ride the ocean waves. PRINT/BRAILLE.

For grades K-3. 1996. 

Shiloh BR 11971

by Phyllis Reynolds Naylor 

1 volume

Eleven-year-old Marty Preston takes in a runaway dog, Shiloh, when he fears that Shiloh is being

abused by Judd Travers, his owner. But Marty's family cannot afford to feed another mouth, and

Shiloh is returned. When the dog comes back to Marty, the boy hides him in the woods and

builds a mountain of lies that crumbles and compromises everyone. For grades 4-7. Newbery

Medal. 1991.

Some Smug Slug BR 11010

by Pamela Duncan Edwards 

1 volume

While out strolling one summer Sunday, a slug struggles up a bumpy slope that is blocking his

path. Despite the warnings of a sparrow, a spider, a swallowtail, a skink, and a squirrel, the slug

continues on...until a toad has a succulent meal. PRINT/BRAILLE. For grades K-3. 1996.

Stranded BR 11523

by Ben Mikaelsen 

2 volumes

Twelve-year-old Koby is completely at home in the ocean in spite of her artificial foot. She

rescues a mother whale and newborn calf from a fishing net. But when they become beached in

shallow water, Koby faces a dilemma: if she leaves for help the whales may die, but if she stays

she may be attacked by sharks. For grades 5-8. 1995.

Swimmy BR 11004

by Leo Lionni 

1 volume

Swimmy is the only black fish in a school of little red fish who live in a corner of the sea. One

day a big fish comes along and eats all the little red fish, but Swimmy, who can swim very fast,

escapes. He is very sad, until he starts meeting all the other wonderful creatures in the sea.

PRINT/BRAILLE. For grades K-3. 1963.

Tom's Tail BR 11009

by Linda Jennings 

1 volume

Tom is a piglet who doesn't like the fact that his tail is curly. So the other barnyard animals try to

straighten Tom's tail for him. PRINT/BRAILLE. For preschool-grade 2. 1995.

Town Mouse, Country Mouse BR 11027

by Jan Brett 

1 volume

Tired of running from the house cat, the "town mouse" decides to take his wife on a picnic in the

country. There they meet a country mouse and her husband, who offer to trade houses with the

town mice. PRINT/BRAILLE. For preschool-grade 2. 1994.

Two Bad Ants BR 12010

by Chris Van Allsburg 

1 volume

Two ants join a sugar expedition, leaving their outdoor world to enter a human's kitchen. They

decide to stay near the tasty treasure, but surviving in this new world is full of unexpected

dangers. PRINT/BRAILLE. For grades K-3. 1988.

The Velveteen Rabbit; or, How Toys Become Real BR 11596

by Margery Williams

1 volume

A velveteen rabbit stuffed with sawdust learns from an older toy that a child's love can make him

real. Rabbit happily experiences the joy of this love and at last learns of another kind of reality.

For grades 2-5 and older readers. 1922.

The Very Hungry Caterpillar BR 12015

by Eric Carle 

1 volume

A hungry caterpillar eats his way through so much food that he has a stomachache. When he

builds a small house for himself, something wonderful happens.  PRINT/BRAILLE. For

preschool-grade 2. 1969.

Watership Down BR 10851

by Richard Adams 

4 volumes

A fable about a band of rabbits who set out bravely for a new home in the English countryside.

They encounter many dangers and adventures along the way and finally make it to safety after

rescuing some does who become their mates. For junior and senior high and older readers. 1972.

Where the Red Fern Grows: The Story of Two Dogs and a Boy BR 11548

by Wilson Rawls 

2 volumes

Ten-year-old Billy, a country boy in the Ozarks, wants a pair of coon hounds so badly he works

hard for two years to pay for them. For grades 5-8. 1961.

Zelda and Ivy BR 11866

by Laura McGee Kvasnosky 

1 volume

Little foxes Zelda and Ivy are sisters. Zelda, the older, is usually in charge. When they play

circus, Zelda announces while Ivy swings on the flying trapeze. And when they decide to try out

the latest style--a blue striped tail with scallops, it is Zelda who does the work and Ivy who ends

up with a funny-looking tail. For grades 2-4. 1998.

Blindness and Physical Handicaps

Cassettes

The Bus People RC 43529

by Rachel Anderson 

read by M.E. DePalma

1 cassette

Bertram wouldn't swap places with any of the other school bus drivers even though they call his

route the "fruitcake run." First we meet a girl who has Down syndrome as she learns a

heartbreaking lesson at her sister's wedding. Then there are more portraits of Bertram's special

passengers: a child who uses a wheelchair, another who doesn't speak, and a boy who falls off his

big sister's bike and damages his brain. For grades 5-8. 1989.

Fighting Tackle RC 40916

by Matt Christopher 

read by Gregory Ricks

1 cassette

Terry McFee is shocked when, just because he is getting bigger, the football coach takes him

from his usual position of safety and puts him in the line. Determined to show the coach he is

still fast, Terry runs each day with his brother, Nicky. He has another motive: he wants Nicky,

who has Down's syndrome, to join the Special Olympics. But then Nicky starts beating Terry!

For grades 4-7. 1995.

Blatchford 

read by Gary Tipton

1 cassette

Nick is thrilled the first day school is out and can't wait to swim in the lake. But his mother wants

him to have therapy every day because his speech is deteriorating as a result of his deafness.

Stubbornly deciding not to talk at all, Nick soon finds he must communicate clearly to help solve

a dangerous mystery at the lake. For grades 4-7. 1995.

A Real Christmas This Year RC 46603

by Karen Lynn Williams 

read by Nanette Savard

1 cassette

In her first year of junior high, Megan has a new friend, Amy, and is looking forward to a class

ski trip. But her outlook changes when her little brother, Kevin, damages his glasses and hearing

aids and reverts back to his uncontrollable behavior. For grades 5- 8. 1995.

The Seeing Stick RC 41665

by Jane Yolen 

read by Kimberly Schraf

1 cassette

The emperor in Peking has a young daughter named Princess Hwei Ming, whom he showers with

riches. But because the princess is blind, she is unhappy. The emperor offers a reward to the

person who can make Hwei Ming see. An old blind man journeys to Peking with a piece of wood

he calls a seeing stick. The stick's wonderful carved images allow a blind person to grow "eyes

on the tips of her fingers." For grades K-3. 1977.

Sees Behind Trees RC 43898

by Michael Dorris 

read by Erik Sandvold

1 cassette

In the sixteenth century, Walnut is a Native American boy who discovers that he does not see as

well as others do. He develops his other senses to earn both the respect of his people and his

adult name, "Sees Behind Trees." He then accompanies an elder warrior to find the mysterious

"land of water." For grades 3-6. 1996.

Tangerine RC 46159

by Edward Bloor 

read by Erik Sandvold

2 cassettes

Paul Fisher's parents are avid fans of his older brother Erik's promising football career. In

contrast, Paul wears extremely thick glasses because, according to Erik, Paul stared at an eclipse.

When they move to Tangerine, Florida, Paul's new friendships help him uncover what he's really

known all along about Erik. For grades 6-8. 1997.

The Window RC 45455

by Jeanette Ingold 

read by Susan McInerney

1 cassette

Fifteen-year-old Mandy is blinded in a car accident that took the life of her mother. Sent to live

with unknown great-uncles and -aunts, Mandy elects to attend the local high school. With the

help of voices from the past, Mandy learns to understand and accept her new family. For grades

6-9. 1996.

Braille

Elfwyn's Saga BR 11045

by David Wisniewski 

1 volume

Because of a curse placed on Anlaf by Gorm the Grim, Anlaf's daughter Elfwyn is born blind.

But Elfwyn is able to do many things, even ride a pony. And when Gorm presents a crystal stone

to Anlaf and his people, causing them to become discontented with their lives, it is Elfwyn and

her pony who break the curse and create the northern lights. PRINT/BRAILLE. For grades 4-7.

1990.

Moses Goes to a Concert BR 12011

by Isaac Millman 

1 volume

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. PRINT/BRAILLE. For grades K-3. 1998.

The Storyteller's Beads BR 11985

by Jane Kurtz 

1 volume

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.

Stranded BR 11523

by Ben Mikaelsen 

2 volumes

Twelve-year-old Koby is completely at home in the ocean in spite of her artificial foot. She

rescues a mother whale and newborn calf from a fishing net. But when they become beached in

shallow water, Koby faces a dilemma: if she leaves for help the whales may die, but if she stays

she may be attacked by sharks. For grades 5-8. 1995.

The Window BR 11455

by Jeanette Ingold 

1 volume

Fifteen-year-old Mandy is blinded in a car accident that took the life of her mother. Sent to live

with unknown great-uncles and -aunts, Mandy elects to attend the local high school. With the

help of voices from the past, Mandy learns to understand and accept her new family. For grades

6-9. 1996.

Classics

Cassettes

Charlotte's Web RC 46839

by E.B. White 

read by Jamie Horton

1 cassette (Reissue)

A little girl who can talk to animals is devoted to both Wilbur, the foolishly smug pig, and

Charlotte, the beautiful gray spider who saves Wilbur's life. For grades 3-6. 1952.

The Enormous Crocodile RC 43544

by Roald Dahl 

read by Earle Hyman

1 cassette (Reissue)

An enormous crocodile who devises clever tricks to trap a nice, juicy child for lunch gets exactly

what he deserves. A snappy jungle tale for grades K-3. 1978.

Five Little Peppers and How They Grew RC 43745

by Margaret Sidney 

read by Michele Schaeffer

2 cassettes (Reissue)

The five Pepper children and their mother share fun, love, and good times even though they have

very little money and a great many problems. For grades 3-6. 1881.

The Jungle Book RC 40928

by Rudyard Kipling 

read by Margaret Anne Walterhouse

1 cassette (Reissue)

Seven short stories. Three present the adventures of Mowgli, a boy who is raised by a wolf pack

in India and taught the laws of the jungle by a panther and a bear. Other stories include

"Rikki-Tikki-Tavi," "The White Seal," "Toomai of the Elephants," and "Servants of the Queen."

For grades 5-8. 1894.

Twelve Tales RC 41551

by Hans Christian Andersen 

read by Barbara Rappaport

1 cassette

Translator Erik Blegvad, a native Dane who grew up hearing Andersen's stories, has retained the

"old-fashioned" language of Andersen's time. The collection includes well-known tales such as

"The Princess and the Pea," "The Steadfast Tin Soldier," and "The Emperor's New Clothes" and

lesser-known stories such as "The Shepherdess and the Chimney Sweep" and "The Pixie at the

Grocer's." For grades 3-6. 1994.

Understood Betsy RC 43786

by Dorothy Canfield Fisher 

read by Carol Dines

1 cassette (Reissue)

Originally published in 1917. When her doting aunt Frances can no longer take care of her,

Elizabeth Ann learns that she is to be shipped off to those Vermont cousins who make children

do "chores." There she discovers who really understands her. For grades 5-8. 1987.

Braille

The Adventures of Tom Sawyer BR 11823

by Mark Twain 

2 volumes

The escapades and high jinks of schoolboy Tom Sawyer, who lives with his Aunt Polly in a

small Missouri town on the Mississippi River. Tom angles for the affections of Becky Thatcher,

runs away with Huck Finn and Joe Harper, and tells the truth when it matters. First published in

1876. For grades 6-9 and older readers. 1989. 

The Little Engine That Could BR 12016

by Watty Piper 

1 volume

When a train carrying good things for children breaks down, only the little engine offers to help,

and everyone wonders if she can pull the train over the mountain. PRINT/BRAILLE. For grades

K-3. 1930.

Little Women BR 11778

by Louisa May Alcott 

5 volumes

The author's home life in New England is the basis of this book. The tale tells of the four March

sisters--quick-tempered Jo, who is restless for freedom; Beth, who loves her home and family;

Meg, who longs for pretty clothes; and self-absorbed Amy. For grades 6-9 and older readers.

1868.

The Man That Corrupted Hadleyburg BR 11193

by Mark Twain 

1 volume

A mysterious stranger leaves a sack of gold to an unknown citizen of Hadleyburg on the

condition that the townsman can prove he is the kind person who once befriended a man in need.

The temptation has a remarkable effect on the townspeople, who take great pride in their virtue.

For junior and senior high and older readers. 1986.

Tanglewood Tales BR 11201

by Nathaniel Hawthorne 

2 volumes

A classic retelling of six Greek myths. Includes the exploits of Theseus, the adventures of Jason

and his trusty Argonauts, and the story of Circe's palace. For grades 5-8. 1853.

Understood Betsy BR 10852

by Dorothy Canfield Fisher 

1 volume

Originally published in 1917. When her doting aunt Frances can no longer take care of her,

Elizabeth Ann learns that she is to be shipped off to those Vermont cousins who make children

do "chores." There she discovers who really understands her. For grades 5-8. 1987.

Family

Cassettes

Absolutely Normal Chaos RC 43690

by Sharon Creech 

read by Margaret Strom

1 cassette

During the summer, Mary Lou, thirteen, and her classmates are to read the Odyssey and keep a

journal to give their new English teacher in the fall. But Mary Lou is not too keen on letting Mr.

Birkway read what she has written, because when strange cousin Carl Ray came to stay, Mary

Lou's summer turned into an odyssey of experiences. For grades 4-7. 1990.

Alexander, Who's Not (Do You Hear Me? I Mean It!) Going to Move RC 44167

by Judith Viorst 

read by Jamie Horton

1 cassette

Alexander's father has a new job far away. But Alexander is determined not to move and leave

behind his best friend, his great sitter, his soccer team, and the cleaner who saves the gum

wrappers from Alexander's pants pockets. Then his parents give Alexander some reasons to stay

with his family. For grades K-3. 1995.

Always My Dad RC 45046

by Sharon Dennis Wyeth 

read by Laura Giannarelli

1 cassette

A young girl lives with her mother and brothers and doesn't see her father very often. She and her

brothers are spending the summer with their grandparents when their father comes for a short

visit. Before he leaves, he explains to his daughter that wherever he is he's always her dad. For

grades K-3. 1995.

Amber Brown Sees Red RC 45328

by Paula Danziger 

read by Madelyn Buzzard

1 cassette

Everything is changing in Amber's life in the fourth grade. Her mother is marrying Max, her

father is moving back from Paris and wants Amber to live with him part-time, and her own body

is growing out of control. For grades 2-4. 1997.

Angela and Diabola RC 45483

by Lynne Reid Banks 

read by Kristin Allison

1 cassette

As their names imply, Angela is a lovely, purely good girl while Diabola is her nasty, hateful

twin. As she grows up, Diabola becomes such a menace that even her father runs away. Angela is

the only one who can deal with Diabola and finally finds a solution to the family's problem.

Some violence. For grades 3-6. 1997.

A Baby Just like Me RC 44520

by Susan Winter 

read by Robin Miles

1 cassette

Martha tells her friend Sam about the new sister her mother is bringing home from the hospital.

They make plans to include her in their games, but when the baby comes home, she isn't at all

what they expected. When will she become like Martha? For grades K-3. 1994.

Beginnings: How Families Come to Be RC 45686

by Virginia Kroll 

read by Pam Ward

1 cassette

Six children ask their parents to tell them how they became families. Only one, Ruben, was born

to his present parents; the other five are adoption stories that include an uncle who adopts his

nephew when his sister dies, and a Korean baby who is brought to America and later joined by a

baby brother from South America. For grades K-3. 1994.

Belle Prater's Boy RC 45802

by Ruth White 

read by Michele Schaeffer

1 cassette

When twelve-year-old Woodrow Prater's mother, Belle, mysteriously vanishes from the family's

Appalachian shack, Woodrow moves into town to live withor cousin Gypsy first seeks to

discover cross-eyed Woodrow's secret and then comes to respect him for who he is. For grades

5-8. Newbery Honor Book 1996.

A Blessing in Disguise RC 45827

by Eleanora E. Tate

read by Nona Pipes

1 cassette

In this companion volume to The Secret of Gumbo Grove (RC 27484) and Thank you, Dr.

Martin Luther King, Jr! (RC 37841), twelve-year-old Zambia Brown is torn between family

members. Raised by her strict aunt and uncle from age four, Zambia envies the lifestyle of her

father and her older half-sisters. She refuses to listen to the realities of her father's drug business

until a tragedy occurs. For grades 5-8. 1995.

The Bridge to Nowhere RC 39983

by Megan McDonald 

read by Marilyn Gleason

1 cassette

Seventh-grader Hallie O'Shea's father seems to be angry all the time now that construction has

been stopped on the bridge he was building. As Hallie tries to adjust to her father's moods, she is

also adjusting to having a new boyfriend, Crane, a ninth grader. Then one day as Hallie and

Crane stand by the river looking at the "bridge to nowhere," Hallie sees her father standing at the

end of the bridge. For grades 6-9. 1993.

Brooklyn Doesn't Rhyme RC 45615

by Joan W. Blos 

read by Mary Ann Nichols

1 cassette

Rosey Sachs is a first-generation American in the early 1900s. She and her sixth-grade class have

to write stories about their families, intended to strengthen their pride and respect for one

another. This collection of Rosey's stories tells about her family and friends in a diverse

Brooklyn neighborhood. For grades 4-7. 1994.

Ceremony of the Panther RC 44266

by Luke Wallin 

read by M.E. DePalma

1 cassette

Sixteen-year-old John Raincrow, a Miccosukee Indian living in the Florida Everglades, is torn

between the shiftless lifestyle of his best friend and his father's reverence for tribal tradition. He

rediscovers his heritage and gains self-knowledge during a conflict over the capture of a panther,

an endangered animal who must be sacrificed to save John's ailing grandmother. For grades 6-9

and older readers. 1987.

Chasing Redbird RC 46731

by Sharon Creech 

read by Kristin Allison

1 cassette

Thirteen-year-old Zinny has always preferred Aunt Jessie and Uncle Nate's house next door

because it is so quiet. Her house is a zoo of noises--the stereo blasting, the computer bleeping,

and the phone clanging. Shortly after Aunt Jessie dies, Zinny discovers a trail that begins on their

Kentucky farm. As she uncovers the old trail, Zinny learns a lot about herself and her family. For

grades 4-7. 1997.

Clara and the Hoodoo Man RC 43718

by Elizabeth Partridge 

read by Bob Moore

1 cassette

Clara and her little sister, Bessie, are playing around one of Momma's ten-gallon crocks, and they

break it. In 1901 in the hills of Tennessee, this loss is serious. Clara hopes she can find some

ginseng plants to trade for a new crock from the barterer. But when Clara and Bessie venture up

into the mountains, they get more than they bargained for. For grades 3-6. 1996.

Comfort Creek RC 44988

by Joyce McDonald 

read by June Carter

1 cassette

Before he is laid off from his mining job, Pa-Daddy Ellerbee buys the company house he's been

renting and moves it and his three daughters out of the company town of Panther Ridge, Florida.

Much to the horror of Quin, eleven, and her two sisters, the house is plunked down in swampland

and there's no money for electricity or running water. For grades 4-7. 1996.

The Cottage at Bantry Bay RC 43184

by Hilda van Stockum 

read by Gabriella Cavallero

1 cassette (Reissue)

The O'Sullivan family lives in a little cottage in Ireland where the children--Michael, Brigid, and

the twins, Francie and Liam--enjoy hearing their father's stories, rescuing a dog from gypsies,

and digging up buried treasure. Prequel to Francie on the Run (RC 43185). For grades 4-6. 1938.

Dakota Spring RC 43465

by D. Anne Love 

read by Catherine Byers

1 cassette

Caroline and Jess have lost their mother, and now their father has been seriously injured building

a barn. Both children struggle to get along with their prim and proper grandmother, who has

reluctantly come to their farm in the Dakota prairie to take 1995.

Dandelions RC 41949

by Eve Bunting 

read by Susan McInerney

1 cassette

Zoe, her mother and father, and her little sister, Rebecca, are moving to a new home in the

Nebraska Territory. Papa is excited, and so are Zoe and Rebecca, but Mama just seems to feel

lonely. They have a lot of work to do when they arrive at their home site, but nothing seems to

make Mama feel happy. Then one day on a trip to town, Zoe spots some dandelions and takes

them home to Mama. For grades 2-4. 1995.

Dear Mom, You're Ruining My Life RC 43883

by Jean Van Leeuwen 

read by Barbara Pinolini

1 cassette

Starting sixth grade is hard enough for Samantha, being taller than almost everyone else and not

being in the "in" crowd, but why does her mother have to make it worse? Sam leaves her mother

notes explaining things Mom needs to change to be a better and less embarrassing mother. For

grades 5-8. 1989.

The Eagle's Shadow RC 46218

by Nora Martin 

read by Nanette Savard

1 cassette

Abandoned by her mother years ago, and with her father on military duty in occupied Japan in

1946, Clearice, twelve, comes to live with her Tlingit grandmother in Alaska. After what seems

like a cold welcome, Clearice adopts an icy attitude toward everything around her. But her

feelings change as she becomes friends with Mark and learns more about her Indian heritage. For

grades 5-8. 1997.

Eight Cousins; or, The Aunt Hill RC 45947

by Louisa May Alcott 

read by Kristin Allison

2 cassettes (Reissue)

Written in 1875. Rose Campbell is orphaned and sent to live with her six aunts and seven boy

cousins on Aunt Hill. Rose is not accustomed to the commotion of a large household, but with

the help of her guardian, Uncle Alec, she learns to adjust. Prequel to Rose in Bloom (RC 45948).

For grades 5-8. 1995.

Even Stephen RC 44402

by Johanna Hurwitz 

read by June Carter

1 cassette

Sunny, fourteen, is nothing like her older brother, Stephen, who excels at school, in sports, and in

practically anything he tries. Yet they are very close. When Stephen finally experiences failure,

Sunny helps him to accept it. For grades 5-8. 1996.

Family Tree RC 45622

by Katherine Ayres 

read by Ilona Dulaski

1 cassette

When sixth-grader Tyler Stoudt gets an assignment to create a family tree, her heart sinks. Her

widowed father won't talk about his own family or her mother's, so Tyler has no idea who her

relatives are. For grades 3-6. 1996.

The Fear Place RC 44615

by Phyllis Reynolds Naylor 

read by Jim Zeiger

1 cassette

Doug is camping with his geologist parents and his hateful brother Gordon in Colorado for the

summer. When their parents have to fly out for an uncle's funeral, the brothers argue until

Gordon stalks off to camp by himself on his favorite ridge. Days pass and Gordon doesn't return,

so, despite his fear of the ridge, Doug is forced to look for his brother. A surprisingly friendly

cougar helps him face the "fear place." Some strong language. For grades 4-7. 1994.

Finders RC 44781

by Jan Dean 

read by Mimi Bederman

1 cassette

An adopted child, Helen, ponders the definition of family. Through her "finding" power, a

supernatural gift bequeathed by her grandfather, Helen meets an intriguing stranger and almost

dies. She learns to value a faithful friend and finally realizes what family means. For grades 6 to

9. 1993.

The Fire Pony RC 45791

by Rodman Philbrick 

read by Gregory Gorton

1 cassette

Roy, an eleven-year-old orphan, and his older brother Joe drive west, away from an arson scene,

in search of work on a horse ranch. When they are hired at the Bar None, Roy finds a new home

and the pony of his dreams, while Joe struggles with his incendiary urges. For grades 4-7. 1996.

First Apple RC 44707

by Ching Yeung Russell 

read by Annie Wauters

1 cassette

In the 1940s, nine-year-old Ying lives in a village in southern China with her beloved

grandmotherself, Ah Pau has never tasted an apple, Ying decides to get enough money together

to split a piece of the expensive fruit with Ah Pau on her seventy-first birthday. For grades 3-6.

1994.

Francie on the Run RC 43185

by Hilda van Stockum 

read by Gabriella Cavallero

1 cassette (Reissue)

After seven months in a Dublin hospital recovering from an operation on his foot, Francie

O'Sullivan wants to go home. Then one lovely June day, Francie just walks out. But getting

home is not easy, and Francie has interesting adventures before seeing his family again. Sequel

to Cottage at Bantry Bay (RC 43184). For grades 4-7. 1939.

Gideon's People RC 46034

by Carolyn Meyer 

read by David Elias

1 cassette

Injured in a carriage accident in 1911 Pennsylvania, twelve-year-old Orthodox Jew Isaac Litvak

is left by his father to recover with a kindly Amish farm family. When the family's teenage son

schemes to run away from his strict home before his baptism, Isaac helps persuade him to stay.

For grades 6-9. 1996.

Glennis, Before and After RC 45345

by Patricia Calvert 

read by Annie Wauters

1 cassette

When Glennis's father is sent to prison for committing savings-and-loan fraud, her mother has a

nervous breakdown, and Glennis and her brothers and sisters go to live with various friends and

relatives. Glennis picks an aunt who lives near the prison, certain that she can help her father

prove his innocence. For grades 5-8. 1996.

Grams, Her Boyfriend, My Family, and Me RC 41565

by Pat Derby 

read by Phil Regensdorf

1 cassette

Fifteen-year-old Andy is surrounded by sisters and chaos. Dennie is a senior, Molly has skipped

a grade to become a freshman, and the twins, Anne and Alice, have taken Andy's room from him.

Now his mother has decided to get a job, his opinionated Grams has moved into their crowded

house while hers is being restored, and his parents are using the living room as a bedroom. For

grades 6-9. 1994.

Grandma's Shoes RC 44568

by Libby Hathorn 

read by Madelyn Buzzard

1 casies, her relatives wonder who could possibly fill Grandma's shoes. Then the grieving girl

finds a pair of Grandma's shoes in the bedroom they shared, and strange and wondrous things

begin to happen. For grades K-3. 1994.

Grandpa's Song RC 43610

by Tony Johnston 

read by Ed Blake

1 cassette

Grandpa is big and happy and loves to sing in a very loud voice. He makes up the best song in

the world, which is about him singing. When Grandpa begins to forget things, his grandchildren

help him remember his songs. For preschool-grade 2. 1991.

The Great Dad Disaster RC 43454

by Betsy Haynes 

read by Jill Ferris

1 cassette

In this sequel to The Great Mom Swap (RC 29160), eighth-graders Scotti Wheeler and Lorna

Markham are asked out by the boys of their dreams. Lorna's parents are happy for her, but

Scotti's father is not at all pleased! For grades 6-9. 1994.

Humphrey and Ralph RC 44398

by Katharine Andres 

read by M.E. DePalma

1 cassette

When Ralph's baby brother Humphrey is born, Ralph isn't jealous of him because Humphrey

can't do anything except sleep. But soon Humphrey begins learning how to do all sorts of things,

and Ralph must struggle to stay ahead of him. For preschool-grade 2. 1994.

Jane of Lantern Hill RC 40703

by L.M. Montgomery 

read by Barbara Rappaport

2 cassettes

Living in Toronto with an unhappy mother and a domineering grandmother, Jane Stuart is

surprised to learn that her father, who she thought was dead, is alive. In response to his

invitation, Jane visits him on Prince Edward Island and enjoys a special summer. She begins to

believe that her parents should be reunited and sets plans in motion to achieve this goal. For

grades 5-8 and older readers. 1937.

Jericho RC 42206

by Janet Hickman 

read by Barbara Rappaport

1 cassette

Angela is not happy that her family is spending its vacation helping her grandparents and her

great-grandmother. There are no girls her age in the tiny town, and her depressed GrandMin

doesn't remember who Angela is. Angela's visit is described alongside the story of her

great-grandmother's youth in the same town. GrandMin as a young person is quite different from

the helpless, forgetful woman Angela knows today. For grades 5-8. 1994.

Jubilee Journey RC 46308

by Carolyn Meyer 

read by Saidah Arrika Ekulona

2 cassettes

In this sequel to White Lilacs (RC 45542), thirteen-year-old Emily Rose travels to Texas with

her mother and two brothers to visit her great-grandmother Rose Lee. Emily Rose and her

brothers are biracial. They are both curious and dismayed with some of the events that occur in

their black family's hometown. Some violence. For grades 5-8. 1997.

Maisie RC 43691

by Alice Schertle 

read by Margaret Strom

1 cassette

Maisie enjoys her childhood on the farm. But before long, she marries and moves away in her

husband's rattle-trap car, Old Terrible. Maisie grows older and has children, grandchildren, and

then great-grandchildren, but she still gets pleasure from watching fireflies and answering owl

calls. For grades K-3. 1995.

Mama, Coming and Going RC 44605

by Judith Caseley 

read by Pam Ward

1 cassette

After Jenna's baby brother is born, Jenna's mother has so many things to keep track of she doesn't

know whether she's coming or going. Instead of getting upset when Mama makes mistakes,

Jenna does her best to help fix them. For preschool-grade 2. 1994.

Marigold and Grandma on the Town RC 42724

by Stephanie Calmenson 

read by Susan McInerney

1 cassette

Marigold spends the day in town with her grandmother. They buy Marigold a hat, learn to make

friends with the wind, go out to lunch, and get their pictures taken. For grades K-3. 1994.

Marvin Redpost: Kidnapped at Birth? RC 45213

by Louis Sachar

read by Rick Rohan 

1 cassette

When Marvin Redpost learns that a king is looking for his missing son who was kidnapped at

birth, Marvin begins to wonder if he is Prince Robert. He too is nine years old and has red hair

and blue eyes. His mother agrees to help him find out the truth. For grades 2-4. 1992.

The Member of the Wedding RC 44002

by Carson McCullers 

read by Laura Giannarelli

2 cassettes (Reissue)

A bored, lonely twelve-year-old child finds an interest when she hears about her older brother's

wedding and decides she will go, uninvited, on the honeymoon. For grades 6-9 and older readers.

1946.

The Mona Lisa of Salem Street RC 41566

by Jan Marino 

read by Marilyn Gleason

1 cassette

Since their parents died, Nettie and her little brother, John Peter, have been shuffled from relative

to relative but always end up with their cross Grandma Bessie. Now Grandma is sending them to

their widowed grandfather in Massachusetts. Grandma Bessie said their grandfather is wealthy,

but Nettie soon realizes he's not. Although John Peter is very happy there, Nettie is sure they will

be sent away. For grades 5-8. 1995.

More Than a Name RC 44263

by Candice F. Ransom 

read by Marilyn Gleason

1 cassette

Cammie's mother has just married Mike Bixby. They move into Mike's house, meet all of Mike's

relatives, and send Cammie to the school Mike went to as a boy. As Cammie tries to avoid her

obnoxious new cousin, she anxiously waits for Mike to offer to adopt her so they can be a real

family. For grades 2-4. 1995.

The Morning Chair RC 43247

by Barbara M. Joosse 

read by Jack Fox

1 cassette

Bram is a little Dutch boy who lives with his parents in a seaside village. In 1950 Bram's family

gets immigration papers to move to America. Bram's mother had told him about America while

they sat in their morning chair and sipped tea. Now both chair and family have a new home. For

grades K-3. 1995.

Moving Days RC 43619

by Marc Harshman 

read by Christopher Hurt

1 cassette

As a boy's family prepares to move out of the only house he's known, he becomes sad about what

he is leaving behind. For grades 2-4. 1994.

My Brother, Ant RC 44962

by Betsy Byars 

read by Anne Hancock

1 cassette

Several stories about a boy and his younger brother, Anthony, called Ant for short. First Ant's big

brother gets rid of the monster under Ant's bed. Then he has to forgive Ant for drawing on his

spelling homework, reads Ant a story, and writes a letter to Santa Claus for him. For grades K-3.

1996.

My Dad RC 44725

by Niki Daly 

read by Terence Aselford

1 cassette

A boy and his sister have a dad who spends every Friday night drinking with his buddies. When

they are given the chance to perform at sure their dad doesn't know so he won't come and

embarrass them. But their dad does show up and he is drunk. For grades K-3 and older readers.

1995.

My Mama Had a Dancing Heart RC 43268

by Libba Moore Gray 

read by Madelyn Buzzard

1 cassette

A ballet dancer remembers her mother's love of dancing. They would go outside and dance

whenever it was a "tip-tapping song-singing finger-snapping kind of a day." For grades K-3.

1995.

My Ol' Man RC 43453

by Patricia Polacco 

read by Pam Ward

1 cassette

During a summer spent in Michigan with their dad and their grandma, Patricia and her brother,

Richard, eagerly await their father's wonderful stories. Then their yarn-spinning Da loses his job,

and they find a special rock that brings them magic. For grades K-3. 1995.

My Real Family RC 45365

by Emily Arnold McCully 

read by Laura Giannarelli

1 cassette

The Bear family's Farm Theater has just finished its latest play. Sarah, who is very proud of the

work she did on the costumes and props, is now looking forward to her turn to pick a favorite

family activity, dinner, and bedtime story. But her family is more interested in letting Blanche, a

visiting friend, decide what they will do. For grades K-3. 1994.

Nothing but Trouble RC 43214

by Betty Ren Wright 

read by Ilona Dulaski

1 cassette

Vannie's parents are going to California to look for jobs, and she has been left with Aunt Bert for

the summer. But Aunt Bert is cranky and doesn't like Vannie's yappy little dog, Muffy. As Aunt

Bert and Vannie adjust to being together, prowlers begin playing pranks on Aunt Bert and Muffy

disappears. For grades 2-4. 1995.

The Old Man and His Door RC 43604

by Gary Soto 

read by Ed Blake

1 cassette

An old Mexican man has a habit of not listening too closely to his wife. One day she tells him to

bring a puerco (which means "pig") to the picnic. He thinks she said a puerta, which means

"door." As he carries the door to the picnic, he has a lot of adventures. For grades K-3. 1996.

One Up, One Down RC 44177

by Carol Snyder

read by Pam Ward

1 cassette

Katie is exhausted from helping take care of her baby brothers. Even though they are twins, the

boys are opposites: when one is up, the other is down. Katie's confused because her parents keep

praising her for being such a good big sister and yet she isn't getting any bigger. For

preschool-grade 2. 1995.

Out of the Blue RC 44062

by Sarah Ellis 

read by Sharon Murray

1 cassette

Because Megan's parents have been acting as if they're hiding something, Megan begins to

snoop. She finds a brochure for a sailing trip and assumes her parents are giving it to her for her

twelfth birthday. Instead, the surprise is that Megan has a half-sister who is twice as old as she is.

For grades 5-8. 1994.

PaperQuake: A Puzzle RC 47198

by Kathryn Reiss 

read by Nanette Savard

2 cassettes

Violet is a triplet but, much to her dismay, she looks nothing like her identical sisters and is

treated carefully because of a heart condition. When she discovers old letters and a diary, Violet

finds uncanny similarities between herself and a San Francisco girl from a previous century. For

grades 5-8. 1998.

Pegeen RC 45499

by Hilda van Stockum 

read by Gabriella Cavallero

1 cassette

When Pegeen Murphy's grandmother dies, the neighbors want to send Pegeen to live with

relatives in America. But she wants to stay in Dublin with Francie O'Sullivan, the young boy

who once rescued her. Father Kelly arranges for Pegeen to live with the O'Sullivans, but it seems

she still gets in trouble. Sequel to Francie on the Run (RC 43185). For grades 4-7. 1941.

Rose in Bloom RC 45948

by Louisa May Alcott 

read by Kristin Allison

2 cassettes (Reissue)

Written in 1876, this sequel to Eight Cousins (RC 45947) finds Rose Campbell a young lady,

just returning from a trip around the world. Rose is determined to be an independent woman, but

her inheritance attracts many suitors. For grades 5-8. 1995.

Search for the Shadowman RC 45899

by Joan Lowery Nixon 

read by Gary Tipton

1 cassette

When twelve-year-old Andy Thomas interviews his relatives for a family history assignment, he

discovers a long-hidden scandal. Generations before, his ancestor Coley Joe Bonner supposedly

ran away with his father's money. Andy's great-aunt refuses to discuss it, but after seeing a photo

of Coley, Andy is determined to clear Coley's name. For grades 3-6. 1996.

See You Around, Sam! RC 43709

by Lois Lowry 

read by Rick Rohan

1 cassette

Four-year-old Sam Krupnik comes home from school delighted with a set of fangs that makes

him look disgusting. His mother won't let him wear them in the house, so Sam decides to run

away to Alaska. But after Sam leaves home, he needs food and a drink of water--and maybe there

isn't any reason to hurry to Alaska. For grades 3-6. 1996.

She Come Bringing Me That Little Baby Girl RC 44361

by Eloise Greenfield 

read by L.J. Ganser

1 cassette (Reissue)

Kevin, who asked his mother for a little brother, is disgusted when his mother brings a baby girl

home from the hospital. For grades K-3. 1974.

Show Me No Mercy: A Compelling Story of Remarkable Courage RC 39982

by Robert Perske

read by Phil Regensdorf

1 cassette

Andy and Maggie Banks and their teenage twins, Ben and Beth, are a close-knit family. When a

car accident leaves Maggie and Beth dead and Andy paralyzed, an aunt decides that Ben, who

has Down's syndrome, must be institutionalized. But feisty Ben is helping Andy recover, and he

doesn't mind upsetting expectations at the institute. For junior and senior high readers. 1984.

Someone to Love RC 46211

by Francess Lantz 

read by Kimberly Schraf

2 cassettes

Fifteen-year-old Sara believes her parents have given up on her; isn't that why they have decided

to adopt a new baby? As Sara becomes a vegetarian and an advocate for politically correct

causes, she befriends the baby's soon-to-be birth mother, Iris. Sara almost envies Iris's

free-spirited lifestyle, until a crisis prompts the two teenagers to run away together. Some strong

language. For grades 6-9. 1997.

Spotting the Leopard RC 45279

by Anna Myers 

read by Erik Sandvold

1 cassette

Jessie's younger brother, H.J., would like to help her become a veterinarian. When he tries to

save a leopard that escaped from the zoo, his courage and determination pay off in an opportunity

for Jessie to pursue her dream. Sequel to Red Dirt Jessie (RC 36739). For grades 5-8 and older

readers. 1996.

The Stories Huey Tells RC 44733

by Ann Cameron 

read by Christopher Hurt

1 cassette

Big brother Julian tells his stories in several books (More Stories Julian Tells (RC 26051), The

Stories Julian Tells (RC 26478), and Julian's Glorious Summer (RC 27536). Now the younger

Huey tells some of his own. In "The Rule," Huey explains that you have to eat a little bit of

everything on your plate, and in a restaurant, you have to eat all of what you order. This idea

becomes a problem when Huey orders the day's special. For grades 2-4. 1995.

Summerville Days RC 46799

by Carrie Bender 

read by Kerry Cundiff

1 cassette

In this sequel to Whispering Brook Farm (RC 41336), Amish girl Nancy Petersheim's two-week

visit to her married sister's farm turns into a summer-long stay when her sister has an accident.

Nancy has adventures with neighboring children Sally and Andrew and the inner-city children

who come to spend time with them. For grades 4-7. 1996.

Tell Me Again about the Night I Was Born RC 44029

by Jamie Lee Curtis 

read by Laura Giannarelli

1 cassette

A little girl asks her parents over and over to tell her favorite story--the one about the night she

was born and they came to adopt her. For preschool-grade 2. 1996.

Those Darn Dithers RC 43693

by Sid Hite 

read by Lynn Schrichte

1 cassette

It is two years later in this sequel to Dither Farm (RC 40236), and life in Willow County,

Virginia, is still chaotic. Aunt Emma is attempting to build an "astral projector," while her

husband has doubts about the book he is writing. And some of the Dither family are putting

together a vaudeville act. For grades 6-9. 1996.

Those Summers RC 43608

by Aliki 

read by Suzanne Toren

1 cassette

A tone poem describes an extended family's summers at the seashore sharing a big shady house.

The children spend their days playing at the beach, their evenings on the boardwalk, and rainy

days reading and playing games. For preschool-grade 2. 1996.

The Treasure Hunt RC 45513

by Bill Cosby 

read by L.J. Ganser

1 cassette

At home on a rainy day, everyone in Little Bill's family finds something special to do, except

him. His great-grandmother comes to Little Bill's room and together they discover his special

talent. For grades K-3. 1997.

The True Colors of Caitlynne Jackson RC 46198

by Carol Lynch Williams 

read by Laura Giannarelli

1 cassette

Twelve-year-old Caitlynne and her eleven-year-old sister, Cara, have always stuck together.

When their volatile mother abandons them for the summer, they manage to cope until Cara

almost drowns. Realizing that they need adult help, the two girls bicycle to their Granny's house,

unsure of their welcome. For grades 5-8. 1997.

The Truth about Mary Rose RC 40999

by Marilyn Sachs 

read by Mimi Bederman

1 cassette (Reissue)

Mary Rose has always believed that the aunt for whom she was named died a heroine after

rescuing people from a fire. But Mary Rose has a bad habit of eavesdropping, and one day she

learns the real truth about her aunt. For grades 4-7. 1973.

Two's Company RC 40996

by Amanda Benjamin 

read by M.E. DePalma

1 cassette

Maddy lives with her mother in a little house, and everything is perfect. Then Maddy's mother

meets a man named Simon, and even though Maddy likes Simon, she tells her mother not to

marry him. For preschool-grade 2. 1995.

Understood Betsy RC 43786

by Dorothy Canfield Fisher 

read by Carol Dines

1 cassette (Reissue)

Originally published in 1917. When her doting aunt Frances can no longer take care of her,

Elizabeth Ann learns that she is to be shipped off to those Vermont cousins who make children

do "chores." There she discovers who really understands her. For grades 5-8. 1987.

 

Utterly Yours, Booker Jones RC 43487

by Betsy Duffey 

read by Rick Rohan

1 cassette

Booker Jones, twelve, is a writer. He has already sent two books to a publisher, and he is

working on his third one: Space Cows. However, Booker is experiencing writer's block, which

started when Pop moved into Booker's room and Booker began living under the dining room

table. And to make things worse, he now has to write a speech for a school rally. For grades 5-8.

1995.

Welcome Back, Sun RC 41662

by Michael Emberley 

read by Celeste Lawson

1 cassette

A little girl lives with her parents in a small village in Norway. It is March now, and since

October the sun has not come out. This time of the year is called murketiden, or the murky time.

This year the girl wants her parents to take her with the other villagers on the ceremonial hike up

the mountain to welcome the sun back. For grades K-3. 1993.

What My Sister Remembered RC 43389

by Marilyn Sachs 

read by Michele Schaeffer

1 cassette

Eight years ago, Molly and her older sister Beth were in an accident that killed  and uncle, while

Beth was adopted by the nurse who cared for her in the hospital. Now Beth and her mother are

visiting, and both girls are resentful. For grades 5-8. 1992.

When the Teddy Bears Came RC 44543

by Martin Waddell 

read by Gary Tipton

1 cassette

When the new baby comes to Tom's house, everyone brings over teddy bears. Tom enjoys the

bears' arrivals, but before long he begins to worry that there won't be any room left for him. For

preschool-grade 2. 1994.

Willie Jerome RC 44362

by Alice Faye Duncan 

read by Connie Winston

1 cassette

Willie Jerome plays his trumpet up on the tenement rooftop all day long. His sister Judy loves to

listen to his "sizzlin' red hot bebop" and can't understand why the rest of her family and

neighbors think he's just making loud noise. For grades K-3. 1995.

Willy and May RC 42871

by Judith Byron Schachner 

read by Laura Giannarelli

1 cassette

A young girl tells this tale about her Aunt May and Willy, her aunt's bird. Twice a year the girl

gets to visit, and the three of them have a wonderful time walking into town, or picking berries,

or baking apple pies. But one year at holiday time, her mother is sick and the girl cannot go.

Then a wonderful thing happens. For grades K-3. 1995.

The Window RC 46538

by Michael Dorris 

read by Mitzi Friedlander

1 cassette

This companion to the adult novels Yellow Raft in Blue Water (RC 26494) and Cloud Chamber

(RC 45120) recalls Rayona Taylor's unsettled life at age eleven. When her Native American

mother is hospitalized, her father--who is black--tries to place Rayona in a foster home. Finally,

he takes her to live with his relatives, and she is surprised to learn most of them are white. For

grades 6-9. 1997.

With Wings as Eagles RC 46493

by Patsy Baker O'Leary 

read by L.J. Ganser

2 cassettes

Bubba, twelve, has mixed emotions about his father's return from prison in 1938. Jed Harkins

doesn't seem to be the same man who left their North Carolina home six years earlier. Bubba

struggles with his loss of status as man of the house, and he can't understand why his father now

refuses to maintain his longtime friendship with their black neighbors. For grades 6-9. 1997.

The Year My Parents Ruined My Life RC 46194

by Martha Freeman 

read by Laura Giannarelli

1 cassette

Twelve-year-old Kate Sommer's life seems ruined when her dad is transferred from southern

California to Pennsylvania. Kate is president of the sixth grade, has a cute boyfriend, and goes to

the beach daily. How can she survive in the frozen tundra with no friends? For grades 5-8. 1997.

You Can Call Me Worm RC 46392

by Dan Haas 

read by Christopher Walker

1 cassette

Eleven-year-old Will ("Worm") and his older brother, Todd, are living in another town when

they learn that their father is sitting on the roof of his hs. The boys hike miles through the woods

and risk danger to reach him. Worm arrives first and is shocked by what he sees. For grades 6-9.

1997.

Young Art and Old Hector RC 44406

by Neil Gunn 

read by Vanessa Maroney

2 cassettes

Eight-year-old Art Macrae is beset by the travails of family life in turn-of-the-century Scotland.

As he copes with his overbearing siblings and a school bully, the birth of a brother displaces Art

as the family's youngest. Elderly Hector, the village sage, helps Art navigate the shoals of youth.

For junior and senior high readers. 1976.

Braille

The Always Prayer Shawl BR 11034

by Sheldon Oberman 

1 volume

Adam, a young Jewish boy in Russia, learns a lot about his family's history and his name from

his grandfather. As life in Russia becomes difficult for Jews, Adam's family decides to move to

America. Before they leave, Adam's grandfather gives him a special present that Adam promises

to cherish and pass on to the next Adam in the family. PRINT/BRAILLE. For grades K-3. 1994.

Awake and Dreaming BR 11536

by Kit Pearson 

2 volumes

Theo, who lives in near poverty with her irresponsible waitress mother in Vancouver, escapes

into books and fantasies about the perfect family. Just as things get really bad, Theo receives

magical help from a ghost and, for a while, becomes part of just such a family. For grades 4-7.

1996.

Bad, Badder, Baddest BR 11620

by Cynthia Voigt 

2 volumes

In this sequel to Bad Girls (BR 11341), Mikey and Margalo are now in the sixth grade. Mikey's

parents announce that they are thinking of getting a divorce. Since Margalo has been through two

divorces, Mikey asks for her help in stopping this one. For grades 4-7. 1997.

Beethoven in Paradise BR 11764

by Barbara O'Connor 

1 volume

Martin lives in the Paradise trailer park with his folks. His dream is to play a musical instrument,

but his abusive father thinks music is stupid and insists that Martin play baseball instead. Some

strong language. For grades 5-8. 1997.

Belle Prater's Boy BR 11318

by Ruth White 

1 volume

When twelve-year-old Woodrow Prater's mother, Belle, mysteriously vanishes from the family's

Appalachian shack, Woodrow moves into town to live with his grandparents. Beautiful next-door

cousin Gypsy first seeks to discover cross-eyed Woodrow's secret and then comes to respect him

for who he is. For grades 5-8. Newbery Honor Book. 1996.

Changing Tunes BR 11861

by Donna Jo Napoli 

1 volume

Ten-year-old Eileen is angry at her parents for separating and especially hurt that her father took

their piano to his new apartment. Practicing on the old school piano each afternoon depresses

Eileen at first, but the new routine gradually becomes a comfort in her changed world. For grades

4-7. 1998.

Family Tree BR 11363

by Katherine Ayres 

1 volume

When sixth-grader Tyler Stoudt gets an assignment to create a family tree, her heart sinks. Her

widowed father won't talk about his own family or her mother's, so Tyler has no idea who her

relatives are. For grades 3-6. 1996

First Came the Owl BR 11410

by Judith Bent Richardson 

1 volume

Nita's father is in the Coast Guard and met her mother in Thailand. Now Nita's mother is

hospitalized for depression, and Nita is struggling to understand and help. As she surprises

herself by taking on the role of Snow White in her fifth-grade play, Nita finds symbolism in the

huge snowy owl she spots on the beach. For grades 4-7. 1996.

Fudge-a-mania BR 11468

by Judy Blume 

1 volume

The Tubmans and Hatchers are sharing a summer home in Maine, throwing together

five-year-old Fudge, his older brother Peter, and Peter's archenemy Sheila "Queen of Cooties"

Tubman for three long weeks. Mayhem becomes the order of the day as children, adults, and pets

find themselves in one predicament after another. Companion to Superfudge (BR 11448) and

Otherwise Known as Sheila the Great (BR 11472). For grades 3-6. 1990.

George's Marvelous Medicine BR 10915

by Roald Dahl 

1 volume

George doesn't have any brothers or sisters. He lives on a farm miles away from everything, so

there are never any kids to play with. He is tired of staring at cows and sheep and pigs and hens.

And he is especially tired of living with his mean, old grizzly grunion of a grandma, who is

always complaining and bossing him around. So one day, he substitutes for her medicine a

fantastic bubbling brew he makes himself. For grades 2-4 and older readers. 1981.

The Goalie BR 11291

by Susan Shreve 

1 volume

Julie's mother died when Julie was three and her sister just a baby. Since then Julie, now in sixth

grade, has made it a point to be the one her father depends on. When he begins dating the mother

of a new boy in her class, Julie feels her world begin to crumble. The boy is even competing with

her to be goalie on the soccer team. For grades 4-7. 1996.

The Great Brain Is Back BR 11582

by John D. Fitzgerald 

1 volume

In this final book about the Great Brain, J.D. narrates eight more tales about how his big brother,

Tom, now thirteen, continues to swindle people out of their money. Tom convinces J.D. to sell

bars of soap, almost outwits Polly in the spelling bee, and helps rescue an outlaw gang. For

grades 4-7. 1995.

Happy Birthday, Josefina! A Springtime Story BR 12052

by Valerie Tripp 

1 volume

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 (BR 11393). For grades 2-4. 1998.

The Lapsnatcher BR 11024

by Bruce Coville 

1 volume

Jacob looked forward to the arrival of his new baby sister until he realized she was a lapsnatcher.

Now, wanting his mother and father's full attention again, Jacob begs everyone to take her away.

PRINT/BRAILLE. For preschool-grade 2. 1997.

Liza's Star Wish BR 11642

by Diane Stevens 

1 volume

A year after her sister's death in Liza's Blue Moon (BR 10585), Liza is forced to spend the

summer in a small Texas town helping to take care of her ailing grandmother. As Liza reluctantly

makes new friends, she's surprised by the changes in her relationships with family members and

old friends. For grades 6-9. 1997.

Lucky Song BR 11046

by Vera B. Williams 

1 volume

Evie is a lucky little girl who usually gets what she wants. When she wants something new to

wear, she finds a new hat; when she wants something new to play with, her grandfather makes

her a kite; and when she wants something to eat, her grandmother has it ready for her. And when

Evie wants a song at bedtime, her father sings to her. PRINT/BRAILLE. For preschool-grade 2.

1997.

Mick Harte Was Here BR 11181

by Barbara Park 

1 volume

Eighth-grader Phoebe Harte's twelve-year-old brother, Mick, was recently killed in a bike

accident. As she and her parents struggle with their grief, Phoebe remembers life with "one of the

neatest kids you'd ever want to meet." For grades 5-8. 1995.

The Milly Stories: Corpses, Carnations, the Weirdness Index, and, of Course, Aunt Gloria BR

11757

by Janice Lindsay 

1 volume

Milly and her uncle live alone in his funeral parlor since the recent death of Aunt Gloria, but

Milly still regularly hears her aunt's comments. As Milly begins measuring her life by her new

friend Josie's weirdness index, she ponders how to put her aunt to rest. For grades 5-8. 1998.

Miracles on Maple Hill BR 10930

by Virginia Sorensen 

1 volume

As a newly returned POW, a father experiences difficulty in adjusting to his old way of life.

When the family moves into a country farmhouse, his ten-year-old daughter sees magic in the

changing seasons, and eventually in the changes in her father. For grades 4-7. Newbery Medal.

1956.

Moving Mama to Town BR 11532

by Ronder Thomas Young 

2 volumes

Freddy James Johnson, thirteen, is confused when his father, "Big Kenny," leaves his family

members to fend for themselves on the farm in 1947. But Freddy soon arranges to move Mama

and little Kenneth Lee into town, and he gets a job to support them. For grades 5-8. 1997.

My Brother Has AIDS BR 11308

by Deborah Davis 

1 volume

At thirteen, Lacy's main interest is qualifying for the regional swim meet. But a letter from her

much older attorney brother, Jack, changes that. Lacy has known for some time that Jack is gay,

but now he has AIDS and wants to come home. Lacy can't understand her parents' hesitation or

their insistence on keeping the situation secret. For grades 6-9. 1994.

My Louisiana Sky BR 11788

by Kimberly Willis Holt 

1 volume

Louisiana, 1950s. Twelve-year-old Tiger Ann Parker begins to feel embarrassed in front of the

other kids about the "slowness" of her parents. Her grandmother is the one who keeps the family

intact. After Granny dies, Tiger has a chance to move to the city with her sophisticated aunt, but

she is reluctant to abandon the parents who love her. For grades 6-9. 1998.

 

No More Nice BR 11331

by Amy MacDonald 

1 volume

When he's eleven, Simon's parents have him spend a week with his father's aunt and uncle.

Amazed that his new-found relatives appear to have no manners whatsoever, polite, quiet Simon

soon delights in learning what they refer to as his unlessons: spitting, cussing, interrupting, and

other non-Simon-like behavior. For grades 3-6. 1996.

Noisy Nora BR 11011

by Rosemary Wells 

1 volume

Feeling ignored as the middle child, Nora finds a way to attract  her parents' attention.

PRINT/BRAILLE. For grades K-3. 1973.

The Pain and the Great One BR 10981

by Judy Blume 

1 volume

An eight-year-old girl and her six-year-old brother tell all about each other. She thinks that their

parents love him best, and he thinks that they love his sister more than they love him. For grades

2-4. 1974.

Partners BR 11052

by Karen Waggoner 

1 volume

After their sister's cat runs away, Jamie and his older brother Gordon are allowed to buy some

mice. Jamie is thrilled when his pet has babies, until he learns that Gordon plans to sell them as

snake food. For grades 2-4. 1995.

Potato: A Tale from the Great Depression BR 11020

by Kate Lied 

1 volume

The story of Agnes, Clarence, and their daughter Dorothy moving to Idaho to dig potatoes during

the Great Depression was written by Kate Lied when she was eight years old. Lied,

granddaughter of Agnes and Clarence, tells how the crop helped the family survive.

PRINT/BRAILLE. For grades K-3. 1997.

The Puppy Sister BR 11408

by S.E. Hinton 

1 volume

Aleasha Ann Davidson, a puppy, likes her new family even though Nick keeps saying he wanted

a sister instead. Aleasha is determined to win Nick's affection, so because she likes human things

such as eating at the table, she decides to turn herself into a human person. For grades 2-4. 1995.

Ramona Quimby, Age Eight BR 11491

by Beverly Cleary 

1 volume

As Ramona enters third grade, her father returns to college to become an art teacher. Having a

working mother and a student father is tough on the family, but the Quimbys stick together

through good times and bad. For grades 3-6. 1981.

Search for the Shadowman BR 11385

by Joan Lowery Nixon 

1 volume

When twelve-year-old Andy Thomas interviews his relatives for a family history assignment, he

discovers a long-hidden scandal. Generations before, his ancestor Coley Joe Bonner supposedly

ran away with his father's money. Andy's great-aunt refuses to discuss it, but after seeing a photo

of Coley, Andy is determined to clear Coley's name. For grades 3-6. 1996.

Secret Star BR 11601

by Nancy Springer 

1 volume

Tess, fourteen, has lived alone with her stepfather since her mother died and has no memory of

her childhood. Daddy is poor and uses a wheelchair, but Tess is happy at home until she meets

Kamo--a young drifter who thinks they may be related. Some strong language and some

violence. For junior and senior high readers. 1997.

See You Around, Sam! BR 10909

by Lois Lowry 

1 volume

Four-year-old Sam Krupnik comes home from school delighted with a set of fangs that makes

him look disgusting. His mother won't let him wear them in the house, so Sam decides to run

away to Alaskds food and a drink of water--and maybe there isn't any reason to hurry to Alaska.

For grades 3-6. 1996.

Songs of Faith BR 11724

by Angela Johnson 

1 volume

Doreen relates this account of the summer of 1975 in Harvey, Ohio, which her mother describes

as a town of divorced women and their kids. Although Doreen spends the summer playing with

her brother Robert and her friends Viola and Jolette, she must come to terms with the absence of

her father. As winter approaches, Doreen learns to have faith in the power of love. For grades

5-8. 1998.

Step by Wicked Step BR 11280

by Anne Fine 

1 volume

Five children on an overnight school field trip discover a long-ago diary of a boy who hated his

stepfather. This find leads to the revelation that each of them is also from a broken home. They

spend the rest of the night telling their own stories filled with stepparents, wicked and otherwise.

For grades 4-7. 1996.

A Sunburned Prayer BR 11249

by Marc Talbert 

1 volume

Because his grandmother is dying of cancer, Eloy decides to make the seventeen-mile Good

Friday march to appeal for a miracle. Defying his mother, Eloy joins the stream of people on the

highway traveling to the holy site. He gains a new friend and new insights along the way. For

grades 5-8. 1995.

Superfudge BR 11488

by Judy Blume 

1 volume

Not only does Peter's brother Fudge grow more troublesome with age, but Peter's parents make

things worse by producing a baby girl. After Fudge tries unsuccessfully to sell the baby or give

her away, he plasters her with trading stamps in hopes of exchanging her for something good.

Sequel to Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing (BR 11471). For grades 3-6. 1980.

Talent Night BR 11053

by Jean Davies Okimoto 

1 volume

Although his sister claims Asians can't be rap artists, Rodney Suyama plans to prove her wrong.

If that happens and Ivy Ramos becomes his girlfriend, life will be perfect. This fantasy is

interrupted when Rodney's Japanese great-uncle demands proof that Rodney and his sister have

retained their Japanese culture. For junior and senior high readers. 1995.

Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing BR 11471

by Judy Blume 

1 volume

Peter finds his two-year-old brother, Fudge, an ever-increasing problem as the child proceeds to

get lost at the movies and eats Peter's pet turtle. For grades 3-5. 1972.

Tooter Pepperday BR 11080

by Jerry Spinelli 

1 volume

Tooter Pepperday is hopping mad. Her family is moving to her aunt's farm where there are no

Big Macs and no pizza delivery. Once there, Tooter is even more outraged when she's told to

baby-sit an abandoned egg and to turn it each day until it hatches. For grades 2-4. 1995.

Treehouse Tales BR 11638

by Anne Isaacs 

1 volume

Three stories about Tom, Emily, and Natty, who are growing up on a Pennsylvania farm in the

1880s. In the first, Tom takes care of a dragon that Natty is certain lives in the trunk of their tree

house. The next recounts Emily's horse-riding adventure, and the last tells of Pa's plans to buy

sheep and build a ranch for Natty's future. For grades 3-6. 1997.

The Turnabout Shop BR 11776

by Colby Rodowsky 

1 volume

When her eccentric, fun-loving mother dies, fifth-grader Livvy is sent to Baltimore to live with

an old friend of her mother's. But Livvy has never heard of the friend, and they have nothing in

common. Livvy's confusion and resentment gradually fade as she learns more about her new

"family" and their antique shop. For grades 5-8. 1998.

Two Mrs. Gibsons BR 11006

by Toyomi Igus 

1 volume

A girl recalls growing up with two Mrs. Gibsons--her mother, who is Japanese, and her

grandmother, who is African American. She explains how their love for her overcame racial

barriers. PRINT/BRAILLE. For preschool-grade 2. 1996.

Understood Betsy BR 10852

by Dorothy Canfield Fisher 

1 volume

Originally published in 1917. When her doting aunt Frances can no longer take care of her,

Elizabeth Ann learns that she is to be shipped off to those Vermont cousins who make children

do "chores." There she discovers who really understands her. For grades 5-8. 1987.

Fantasy

Cassettes

An Angel for May RC 45178

by Melvin Burgess 

read by Peg Gilleland

1 cassette

Through time travel Tam learns compassion. After he throws a rock in anger at Rosey the bag

lady and Winnie her dog, they take him through a wall back to a farm during World War II.

There Tam meets May riding a pig, and Tam and May become friends. Eventually Tam

understands the connection between Rosey and May and how it feels to be an outsider. For

grades 5-8. 1992.

The Boggart and the Monster RC 46299

by Susan Cooper 

read by John Horton

1 cassette

In this companion to The Boggart (RC 36547), the Volniks return to Scotland to visit Castle

Keep, which they sold to Mr. Maconochie. When Mr. Maconochie travels with Emily and Jessup

Volnik to Loch Ness, the Boggart tags along, hiding in the camping gear. Soon he feels a

connection to his cousin Nessie, and strange things begin to happen. For grades 4-7. 1997.

Both Sides of Time RC 46220

by Caroline B. Cooney 

read by Jill Fox

1 cassette

Annie wants romance from her boyfriend, Sean, but he's only interested in cars. While visiting

his apartment at the crumbling Stratton mansion, Annie wanders through the building, sad that it

is to be demolished. Suddenly, she is pulled back a century to 1895 and meets Strat, young heir

to the mansion. The period is romantic but not kind to women or immigrant groups, and a murder

threatens Annie and her new friends. For junior and senior high readers. 1995.

Cabin 102 RC 43304

by Sherry Garland 

read by Terence Aselford

1 cassette

Twelve-year-old Dusty is afraid of water, and that presents quite a problem when his stepmother

wins a Caribbean cruise. In fact Dusty has never told anyone of his fears. But the situation

changes when he discovers a ghost in cabin 102. For grades 5-8. 1995.

The Carousel RC 45289

by Liz Rosenberg 

read by Pam Ward

1 cassette

Two sisters walking home in a drizzly twilight hear noises coming from the broken carousel in

the park. Lifting the tarp, the girls see the horses are very much alive and ready to give them the

ride of their lives. For grades K-3. 1995.

A Completely Different Place RC 45773

by Perry Nodelman 

read by Christopher Walker

1 cassette

In this sequel to The Same Place but Different (RC 45414), Johnny Nesbit thinks his strange

adventures are over. Then he wakes up in a dollhouse staring at the face of a classmate who

recently disappeared, and the mystery deepens. For grades 5-8 and older readers. 1997.

The Daydreamer RC 41910

by Ian McEwan 

read by Conrad Feininger

1 cassette

Peter Fortune loves to daydream. Most of the adults think it is strange for a ten-year-old to be so

quiet and spend so much time alone. But for Peter it is an interesting adventure. One day he

changes places with one of his sister's dolls. Another day he trades places with his cat. And on

yet another day he exchanges with a baby. Some days his daydreaming almost gets him into

trouble. For grades 3-6. 1994.

The Doll in the Garden: A Ghost Story RC 46457

by Mary Downing Hahn 

read by Gabriella Cavallero

1 cassette

Ten-year-old Ashley Cummings and her mother move into an apartment on the top floor of an

old house. At eighty-eight, its owner, Miss Cooper, has become a grumpy old woman. She

doesn't like cats and even though most of her lawn is very neat, there is a patch at the back that is

overgrown with weeds. It isn't long before Ashley discovers why. For grades 4-7. 1989.

The Dragonslayers RC 45191

by Bruce Coville 

read by Annie Wauters

1 cassette

A dragon is stalking King Mildred's land, and the king has promised half his kingdom and his

daughter's hand in marriage to the person who can slay the dragon. Only the old squire, Elizar,

and a young page, Brian, are willing to try. But unbeknown to them, the king's daughter,

Wilhelmina, has also set out to kill the dragon. For grades 4-7. 1994.

Faith and the Electric Dogs RC 45202

by Patrick Jennings 

read by Peter Gil

1 cassette

Edison, one of a pack of street-smart Mexican dogs, tells how he met his American frien years).

Faith is not happy in Mexico, but after Edison defends her from some schoolyard bullies, she

builds a spaceship and takes him along on her travels. The voyage has unexpected results for

both of them. For grades 3-6. 1996.

Geis of the Gargoyle RC 43783

by Piers Anthony 

read by Bruce Huntey

2 cassettes

In this fantasy saga, Gary Gar must find a spell powerful enough to preserve the purity of the

Swan Knee River, which flows into Xanth. The Good Magician Humfrey dispatches Gary to

tutor an unruly girl whose magic can locate the fabled philtre and restore the river to a pristine

state. For junior and senior high readers. 1995.

The Ghost of Thomas Kempe RC 43165

by Penelope Lively 

read by Erik Sandvold

1 cassette (Reissue)

A series of odd mishaps reveals that James Harrison has unwillingly become an apprentice to the

ghost of a seventeenth-century sorcerer. For grades 4-7. 1973.

The Golden Compass: His Dark Materials, Book 1 RC 44343

by Philip Pullman 

read by Suzanne Toren

3 cassettes

A tale set in Victorian England on an alternate Earth. Young Lyra Belacqua and her daemon

enjoy an idyllic life among the scholars at Jordan College. Then her friend Roger and other

children are abducted by the Gobblers. Venturing north in pursuit, Lyra encounters an alien and

sinister world. Violence. For junior and senior high readers. 1995.

Gulf RC 43584

by Robert Westall 

read by James DeLotel

1 cassette

Young Tom and Andy are brothers in an ordinary English family. During the Gulf War in 1991,

Tom notices that Andy is behaving in bizarre ways--scratching imagined lice on his body and

speaking in Arabic. It turns out that Andy psychically identifies with a doomed Iraqi boy who is

fighting in the war. Violence. For grades 5-8. 1992.

Harriet's Hare RC 45166

by Dick King-Smith 

read by Graci Ragsdale

1 cassette

Harriet awakes early one morning on her father's English farm. In a flattened circle of the wheat

field, she meets a talking hare. This hare is a space alien vacationing on Earth. Harriet names him

Wiz, short for Wizard, because of his special powers. Thanks to Wiz, Harriet has a magical

summer. For grades 2-4. 1995.

Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone RC 47260

by J.K. Rowling 

read by Erik Sandvold

2 cassettes

On Harry Potter's eleventh birthday, he learns that he is more than an unwanted orphan. The

Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry recruits him because he has inherent magical

abilities. As he purchases his school supplies--robes, wand, and messenger owl--Harry looks

forward to attending his new boarding school. For grades 4-7. Bestseller 1997.

High Wizardry RC 46717

by Diane Duane 

read by Kristin Allison

2 cassettes

When Nita's ten-year-old sister, Dairine, reads the wizard's oath, she wants to have an adventure

and become a wizard too. Kit--another kid wizard--considers Dairine a brilliant brat, but Kit and

Nita go to Dairine's aid when she has problems during her wizardry ordeal. Sequel to Deep

Wizardry (RC 24679). For grades 5-8. 1997.

His Majesty's Elephant RC 46598

by Judith Tarr 

read by Corrie James

1 cassette

The arrival of Abul Abbas, an elephant, at Emperor Charlemagne's court in Germany heralds the

beginning of many changes for Rowan, the emperor's young daughter. Through Kerrec, the

elephant boy, Rowan discovers her magical power and uses it to save her father from a Byzantine

plot. For grades 6-9. 1993.

Hobby: The Young Merlin Trilogy, Book 2 RC 45637

by Jane Yolen 

read by Steven Carpenter

1 cassette

After four peaceful years with Master Robin's family, Merlin, now twelve, must rely again on his

own resources. When he awakes to the horror of a burning farmhouse, Merlin realizes that his

dreams foretell the future. He takes to the road, changes his name for protection, and begins his

adventures. Sequel to Passager (RC 45620). Some violence. For grades 3-6. 1996.

I Am Mordred: A Tale from Camelot RC 46756

by Nancy Springer 

read by Erik Sandvold

1 cassette

Mordred's carefree innocence ends when he is but a little boy, and Nyneve, the sorceress,

acquaints him with Morgause, his birth mother. Once his identity is established, Mordred has two

fervent desires: to be recognized officially by King Arthur as his son and to thwart Merlin's

prophecy that he, Mordred, will kill this same father. For grades 6-9. 1998.

In the Night Kitchen RC 43615

by Maurice Sendak 

read by Christopher Hurt

1 cassette (Reissue)

Mickey's dream tumbles him into the night kitchen, where three singing bakers mistake him for

milk. Mickey sets them straight and flies to the Milky Way in an airplane made of dough to find

milk for the bakers. For preschool-grades 2. A Caldecott Honor Book. 1970.

The Iron Ring RC 45467

by Lloyd Alexander 

read by Erik Sandvold

2 cassettes

Dharma--a code of honor--in the mythical Indian kingdom of Sundari is the compelling force that

shapes young King Tamar's karma, or fate. A game of chance with the mysterious Maharaja Jaya

leaves Tamar with an iron ring on his finger and the obligation to journey to Jaya's distant

kingdom. Tamar embarks on an amazing series of adventures to fulfill his destiny. For grades

5-8. 1997.

Kokopelli's Flute RC 44404

by Will Hobbs 

read by Phil Regensdorf

1 cassette

Out on a nighttime hike to see an eclipse of the moon, Tepary Jones, thirteen, and his dog, Dusty,

interrupt two pot-stealers in an ancient New Mexico cave. When Tepary blows on a flute from a

disturbed grave, he turns into a changeling: packrat by night, boy by day. For grades 4-7. 1995.

The Lion Tamer's Daughter and Other Stories RC 46546

by Peter Dickinson 

read by Brian Conn

2 cassettes

Four tales about teenagers dealing with magical and supernatural phenomena. In the title story,

Keith has known Melly for years because their mothers are good friends. Then while visiting in

another city, he bumps into a wilder version of his pal called Melanie. The two girls seem to

know each other, yet only one of them is real. For grades 6-9. 1997.

The Little Prince RC 44071

by Antoine de Saint-Exupry 

read by James DeLotel

1 cassette (Reissue)

The narrator's plane is forced down in the African desert, where he meets the little prince from

Asteroid B-612, who freely shares his experiences with the fascinated pilot. For grades 3-6.

1943.

The Long Patrol RC 46543

by Brian Jacques 

read by David Palmer

2 cassettes

A frisky young hare called Tammo exchanges imaginary enemies for real ones when his mother

sends him to join the Long Patrol of warrior hares. He proves his mettle in the defense of

Redwall Abbey against the Rapscallions led by the Greatrat Damug Warfang. Companion to

Redwall (RC 29729). For grades 5-8. 1998.

The Magic Finger RC 40827

by Roald Dahl 

read by Jennifer Mendenhall

1 cassette (Reissue)

When an eight-year-old girl is cross, the forefinger on her right hand starts to tingle. The last

time that happened, her teacher turned into a cat. Now she's put the magic finger on the whole

Gregg family, next door, because she's angry with them for hunting animals. When the Greggs

wake up, they realize they are tiny birds, and their house has been taken over by large ducks. For

grades 2-4 and older readers. 1966.

Mattimeo RC 44070

by Brian Jacques 

read by David Palmer

3 cassettes

In this sequel to Redwall (RC 29729), the evil fox Slagar abducts several young animals,

including Mattimeo, son of the warrior mouse Matthias, from Redwall Abbey. Matthias and

other fathers launch a daring rescue mission, leaving the Abbey vulnerable to the marauding

crows. Violence. For grades 4-6. 1990.

The Maze RC 45354

by Peni R. Griffin 

read by Ilona Dulaski

1 cassette

Just as eight-year-old Caroline is getting to know her new stepbrother, a strange painting is

delivered to their house. The children enter the fantasy world in the picture, which shows a

mountainous maze with bizarre, mythical creatures. After an exciting odyssey, the two return

home as friends. For grades 4-6. 1994.

Mennyms Alone RC 44578

by Sylvia Waugh 

read by Pam Ward

1 cassette

In this sequel to Mennyms under Siege (RC 43742), Sir Magnus, the grandfather rag doll, gets a

premonition that his entire rag doll family has only one year left to live. After being brought to

life by their maker's ghost, they have been allowed to live in her family home for forty years.

Now the end seems near. For grades 4-7. 1996.

Mennyms under Siege RC 43742

by Sylvia Waugh 

read by Pam Ward

1 cassette

In this sequel to Mennyms in the Wilderness (RC 42035), the teenage Pilbeam ventures out to

the theater, where she encounters a prying neighbor. After a series of such close calls, the

Mennyms hole up at home to avoid scrutiny. But a tragedy means the family must face their

mortality. For grades 4-6. 1995.

Merlin: The Young Merlin Trilogy, Book 3 RC 45651

by Jane Yolen 

read by Steven Carpenter

1 cassette

Compelled to take refuge in the woods, Merlin encounters the wild folk--outcasts from medieval

society. But his prophetic dreams make him suspect and only a young blond-haired boy--the

future King Arthur--befriends him. Sequel to Hobby (RC 45637). Some violence. For grades 3-6.

1997.

The Moorchild RC 45148

by Eloise McGraw 

read by Susan McInerney

2 cassettes 

Her father was human and her mother was Folk (a kingdom of small people who live under the

moor), and that makes Moql an outcast in both groups. The Folk raise Moql until they realize she

is part human. Then they exchange Moql for a human child in the village. As Moql becomes

aware of her true identity, she wonders how to right the wrong of being a changeling. For grades

4-7. Newbery Honor Book 1996.

The Music of Dolphins RC 45591

by Karen Hesse 

read by Jill Fox

1 cassette

An adolescent girl is captured by the Coast Guard, separating her from the dolphin family that

raised her. Believing they rescued her, doctors name her Mila, for "miracle," and try to teach her

human skills. But Mila misses her dolphin family and longs for her home in the warm sea. She

questions the wisdom of the doctors and whose life is better. For grades 5-8. 1996.

A Night in Moonbeam County RC 40951

by Alexander Cramer 

read by Dick Jenkins

1 cassette

Chas and his friend Raul are riding railroad freight cars to get from Chicago to the beach in

Miami. They miss a stop, jump off the train, and find a group of strange men around a fire. The

men tell ghostly stories about wild, funny, and frightening things that have happened in

Moonbeam County, beginning with the boy who stole the moon. Some strong language. For

grades 6-9. 1994.

Oddly Enough: Stories RC 43249

by Bruce Coville 

read by Jack Fox

1 cassette

Nine horror tales that variously involve an angel, unicorns, ghosts, and werewolves. In "The

Box," an angel entrusts a mysterious box to a boy, who treasures it throughout his life without

ever opening it. For grades 5-9. 1994.

Of Two Minds RC 46427

by Carol Matas and Perry Nodelman 

read by Susan McInerney

1 cassette

Seventeen-year-old Princess Lenora is forced to marry Prince Coren from a neighboring

kingdom. Lenora, like her people, has the ability to change reality by using her imagination;

Coren can read minds. During the wedding ceremony, Lenora is pulled into another world, and

Coren follows. Then they must cooperate to defy the evil ruler Hevak and escape. For grades 5-8.

1994.

Out of Time RC 46221

by Caroline B. Cooney 

read by Jill Fox

1 cassette

In this sequel to Both Sides of Time (RC 46220), 1990s Annie Lockwood once again travels

through time to see the friends she made in 1895. She learns that the young man she loves, Strat,

has been institutionalized because of his claim that he had seen Annie. Now she is his only

chance for escape. For junior and senior high readers. 1996.

Outcast of Redwall RC 45135

by Brian Jacques 

read by David Palmer

2 cassettes

The orphan badger, Sunflash the Mace, undergoes many ordeals before claiming his heritage as

badger lord of Salamandastron. The faithful Skarlath, the kestrel, is his ally against the ferret

warlord, Swartt Sixclaw. The outcast Veil, Swartt's son, does evil despite his loving upbringing

at Redwall Abbey. Companion to Redwall (RC 29729). For grades 5-8. 1996.

Over Sea, under Stone RC 45567

by Susan Cooper 

read by David Palmer

2 cassettes (Reissue)

The three Drew children find a crumbling old map that may lead to an ancient treasure linked

with King Arthur and possessing strength more powerful than life itself. Prequel to The Dark Is

Rising (RC 8054). For grades 6-9. 1965.

Passager: The Young Merlin Trilogy, Book 1 RC 45620

by Jane Yolen 

read by Steven Carpenter

1 cassette

A young boy is abandoned in the woods in medieval England. He lives like the wild animals,

sleeping in trees and searching for food. After a year alone, the boy encounters a falconer who

tames him, reclaims him as a human, and restores his given name, Merlin. Prequel to Hobby (RC

45637). For grades 3-6. 1996.

Pearls of Lutra RC 45599

by Brian Jacques 

read by David Palmer

3 cassettes

Redwall Abbey has a hidden treasure of six large, pink pearls. Tansy, the hedgehog maid, is

determined to find them but so is Emperor Ublaz, who had stolen them years before from the

otters of Holt Lutra. Meanwhile, Martin the Warrior attempts to rescue the kidnapped Abbott

Durral. Companion to Redwall (RC 29729). For grades 5-8. 1996.

The Prince and the Pilgrim RC 46092

by Mary Stewart 

read by Gary Tipton

2 cassettes

Prince Alexander is heading to Camelot to seek justice for the murder of his father years before.

The beautiful young Alice is just returning from a Holy Quest to Jerusalem with her father. Their

meeting forms a crossroad for their lives. Some violence. For junior and senior high readers.

1995.

Roverandom RC 47216

by J.R.R. Tolkien 

read by David Elias

1 cassette

A young and foolish dog is turned into a toy after biting a sorcerer. As a plaything, Roverandom

is owned by a little boy named Two. After many adventures, Roverandom manages to be turned

back into a real dog. For junior and senior high and older readers. 1998.

The Same Place but Different RC 45414

by Perry Nodelman 

read by Christopher Walker

1 cassette

Johnny Nesbit discovers that his baby sister, Andrea, has been kidnapped by the Strangers and

replaced with a changeling. Johnny's parents believe that Andrea is autistic now that her behavior

has changed, but Johnny knows the truth. Johnny will have to battle many strange creatures to

rescue Andrea. For junior and senior high readers. 1995.

The Secret of Platform Thirteen RC 46606

by Eva Ibbotson 

read by Anne Flosnik

1 cassette

Once every nine years, for exactly nine days, the gump provides passage between the ordinary

world of England and the magical Island. When the Islanders' baby prince is kidnapped in

London, a rescue cannot be attempted until the gump reopens nine years later. Identifying and

returning the real prince becomes complicated, and the nine-day time limit is running out. For

grades 4-7. 1994.

The Secret of the Ruby Ring RC 40927

by Yvonne MacGrory

read by Marilyn Gleason

2 cassettes

Lucy, an Irish girl, will be eleven on Sunday, and her grandmother has brought her a special

present--a star ruby ring that is handed down to the women in the family. According to legend,

the ring has magical powers, and Lucy learns she can make two wishes. When Lucy wishes for a

bigger house, she is transported back to 1885 and to a nearby castle where she becomes

nursemaid to two young children. For grades 4-7. 1991.

The Squire's Tale RC 46840

by Gerald Morris 

read by Jim Zeiger

1 cassette

Terence--a young lad who lives with Trevisant, the hermit of the Gentle Wood--meets Gawain of

Orkney, who is traveling to King Arthur's court to join the Knights of the Round Table. Trevisant

foresees Terence's departure as Gawain's squire. Terence then begins an adventure that ultimately

reveals his true identity. For grades 5-8. 1998.

The Subtle Knife: His Dark Materials, Book 2 RC 45857

by Philip Pullman 

read by Suzanne Toren

2 cassettes

Sequel to The Golden Compass (RC 44343). Lyra and her daemon are joined in Ci'gazze by

twelve-year-old Will, who is searching for his long-lost explorer father. Will proves his

mettle--losing two fingers in a fight--and now bears the magical Subtle Knife. Lyra and Will

assist in each other's quests. Some violence. For junior and senior high readers. 1997.

The Thirteenth Floor: A Ghost Story RC 44262

by Sid Fleischman 

read by Phil Regensdorf

1 cassette

Orphaned by their parents' deaths in a plane crash, Buddy, twelve, and Liz, twenty-three, are

struggling to hold on to the home they grew up in when an unusual message sends Liz to a

building looking for a nonexistent thirteenth floor. Suddenly Liz is transported back three

hundred years, and Buddy soon follows. For grades 3-6. 1995.

Time for Andrew: A Ghost Story RC 44783

by Mary Downing Hahn 

read by Phil Regensdorf

1 cassette

When Andrew Tyler arrives to spend the summer at his great-grandfather's house, the old man

seems to mistake him for someone else. In the attic, Andrew finds a picture of a relative who

looks just like him, has his name, and dies as a boy in 1910. That night the boy appears in

Andrew's room and convinces him to trade places so the boy's diphtheria can be cured by modern

medicine. For grades 4-7. 1994.

The Toy Brother RC 43606

by William Steig 

read by John Horton

1 cassette

Charles doesn't understand why his older brother Yorick doesn't want to play with him. Yorick

dreams of becoming an alchemist like their father and doesn't have time for Charles. But all this

changes dramatically when their parents go off for a week and Yorick does some experimenting

in his father's lab. For grades K-3. 1996.

Traveling Backward RC 44400

by Toby Forward 

read by M.E. DePalma

1 cassette

Fanny's obnoxious relatives have gathered in her house because her beloved grandfather is dying

upstairs. Grieving, Fanny visits her unusual neighbor Mrs. May, who gives Fanny a potion to

stop her grandfather from dying. For grades 4-6. 1992. 

Weird Wolf RC 43879

by Margery Cuyler 

read by Christopher Walker

1 cassette

Third-grader Harry Walpole wakes up one night and realizes he is turning into a werewolf.

Looking like a strange dog, Harry has an overwhelming urge for McDonald's hamburgers. When

the next full moon brings on the same transformation, Harry knows he needs to break the spell.

For grades 2-4. 1989.

Winter Rose RC 45377

by Patricia A. McKillip 

read by Mary Kane

2 cassettes

When attractive Corbet Lynn arrives to reclaim his family home, villagers recall rumors about

his grandfather's murder and a family curse. Two sisters, Laurel and Rois, are captivated by him,

but only Rois sees his connection to another world. Then Corbet disappears, and Laurel withers

missing him. Rois saves Laurel's life and unlocks mysteries. For junior and senior high readers.

1996.

The Witches RC 46021

by Roald Dahl 

read by Patricia Kilgarriff

1 cassette

A young boy lives with his grandmother, who warns him about witches disguised as ordinary

women. Discovered at a witches' convention in a hotel, he is turned into a mouse. Then he finds

that he likes being small and not having to go to school. His grandmother still loves him, even as

a mouse, so together they plot the demise of the witches' coven. For grades 3-6. 1983.

A Wizard Abroad RC 46831

by Diane Duane 

read by Kristin Allison

2 cassettes

When Nita's parents send her to Ireland, they do not realize she will be in the homeland of magic.

Nita soon finds fellow wizards and plenty to keep her occupied. Sequel to High Wizardry (RC

46717). For grades 5-8. 1993.

Braille

The Amazing Frecktacle BR 11961

by Ross Venokur 

1 volume

Nicholas cuts his hair and wears contacts to avoid being teased. But when a bully starts calling

him "the amazing frecktacle," Nicholas knows there is nothing he can do to get rid of his 5,792

freckles. Spooky Mr. Piddlesticks disagrees, and gladly offers to unload Nicholas of the

unwanted spots. For grades 3-6. 1998.

Camelot BR 11494

edited by Jane Yolen 

2 volumes

Several authors provide ten stories and one song about the legend of King Arthur, some

humorous, some historical, and some tragic. Anne McCaffrey writes about a search for horses to

enrich the bloodlines of the king's horses. Terry Pratchett offers a scientific explanation of the

sword in the stone. For grades 3-6. 1995.

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory BR 11466

by Roald Dahl 

1 volume

Five children win a coveted tour of Mr. Willy Wonka's Chocolate Factory. Four of the children

meet disaster at their own hands, but a deserving boy wins both the day and the factory. For

grades 4-7. 1964.

Child of Faerie, Child of Earth BR 12022

by Jane Yolen 

1 volume

One Hallow's Eve a human child goes to the forest where she meets a faerie child. They have a

lovely time together sharing in each other's world, but neither wants to give up familiar

surroundings. They exchange friendship gifts, and now and then, as the years go by, they visit

one another. PRINT/BRAILLE. For grades K-3. 1997.

Dragon's Blood BR 10937

by Jane Yolen 

2 volumes

Jakkin Stewart steals a hatchling dragon and trains it secretly in the desert. If Heart's Blood, the

young dragon, can win in the gaming pits, his young owner can buy his freedom and win the

love of a mysterious girl. Jakkin can't even think of what will happen if his dragon loses. First

book of the Pit Dragon trilogy. For junior and senior high and older readers. 1982.

Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone BR 11879

by J.K. Rowling 

2 volumes

On Harry Potter's eleventh birthday, he learns that he is more than an unwanted orphan. The

Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry recruits him because he has inherent magical

abilities. As he purchases his school supplies--robes, wand, and messenger owl--Harry looks

forward to attending his new boarding school. For grades 4-7. Bestseller 1997.

Here There Be Dragons BR 10910

by Jane Yolen 

1 volume

Five poems and eight stories about dragons by Jane Yolen, who precedes each with an

introductory note about the piece. The collection includes "Why Dragons?" "The Dragon's Boy,"

"The Making of Dragons," and "Here There Be Dragons." For grades 4-7 and older readers.

1993.

Here There Be Unicorns BR 11083

by Jane Yolen 

1 volume

This collection of eight poems and ten stories relates tales of the well-known mystical beast in

both medieval and traditional settings. The story "Unicorn Tapestry" was inspired by two famous

unicorn tapestries, the Hunt of the Unicorn and the Lady with the Unicorn. For grades 4-7 and

older readers. 1994.

Here There Be Witches BR 11084

by Jane Yolen 

1 volume

Collection of seven poems and ten stories about witches, wizards, and warlocks. In the poem

"The Magic House," Hansel and Gretel knew they should have taken a hint from "chocolate

doorknobs, / and windowpanes striped with mint." Also includes a Native American tale. For

grades 4-7 and older readers. 1995.

The Hobbit; or, There and Back Again BR 11595

by J.R.R. Tolkien 

3 volumes

The wandering wizard Gandalf recruits Bilbo Baggins, a Hobbit, to be the fourteenth member of

an expedition. Hobbits prefer comfort to adventures, but Bilbo joins the quest and encounters

many perils, including a dragon. For junior and senior high readers. 1966.

The Indian in the Cupboard BR 11529

by Lynne Reid Banks 

2 volumes

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.

The Islander BR 11569

by Cynthia Rylant 

1 volume

Daniel is lonely living on a remote island with his grandfather. Then he meets a mermaid who

knows his name. She sends him a key that locates injured birds, his future bride, and a puppy to

keep him company. After the older man's death, Daniel discovers clues to the mermaid's identity

in his grandand older readers. 1998.

The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe: The Chronicles of Narnia, Book 1 BR 11912

by C.S. Lewis 

1 volume (Reissue)

Four English children find their way through a huge wardrobe in an old house to the mysterious

land of Narnia, which is under the spell of the White Witch. Prequel to Prince Caspian, the

Return to Narnia (BR 07238). For grades 4-7 and older readers. 1950.

The Little Prince BR 10846

by Antoine de Saint-Exupery 

1 volume

The narrator's plane is forced down in the African desert, where he meets the little prince from

Asteroid B-612, who freely shares his experiences with the fascinated pilot. For grades 3-6.

1943.

A Lot of Otters BR 12012

by Barbara Helen Berger 

1 volume

A little boy, carrying a book to read, crawls into a box and is soon floating in the sea among the

otters. As he reads about Mother Moon looking for her lost moonlet, he becomes part of the story

himself. PRINT/BRAILLE. For preschool-grade 2. 1997.

Maura's Angel BR 11944

by Lynne Reid Banks 

1 volume

On her way home from her Belfast school, Maura is knocked flat by a bomb's blast. When she

looks around, she is amazed to see a naked girl who looks just like her. Maura must teach this

new acquaintance to walk, eat, and even sleep. In return, Maura and her family experience

wonderful changes while in her presence. For grades 4-7. 1984.

Merlin and the Dragons BR 10050

by Jane Yolen 

1 volume

Shortly after pulling the sword from the stone and becoming king, young Arthur is troubled by a

dream. He turns to Merlin, who tells him a story of another young boy and his visions of

dragons. PRINT/BRAILLE. For grades 3-6. 1995.

The Music of Dolphins BR 11397

by Karen Hesse 

1 volume

An adolescent girl is captured by the Coast Guard, separating her from the dolphin family that

raised her. Believing they rescued her, doctors name her Mila, for "miracle," and try to teach her

human skills. But Mila misses her dolphin family and longs for her home in the warm sea. She

questions the wisdom of the doctors and whose life is better. For grades 5-8. 1996.

My Life among the Aliens BR 11351

by Gail Gauthier 

1 volume

Will and his little brother, Robby, have a problem--they keep meeting aliens. At first they're

scared and try to convince their mother to help. When she refuses to believe them, the boys

resign themselves to dealing with the many aliens who appear to be drawn to their house by their

mother's healthy snacks. For grades 3-6. 1996.

My Life with the Wave BR 11033

translated by Catherine Cowan 

1 volume

On his first trip to the seashore, a young boy falls in love with the waves. One, in particular,

clutches his hand, and he begs his father to let him take her--the wave--home. But she is difficult

to control in the confines of the house, and the boy's parents finally reach their limit. Based on a

story by Octavio Paz. PRINT/BRAILLE. For grades K-3. 1997.

Paddy's Pot of Gold BR 11073

by Dick King-Smith 

1 volume

It is early on the morning of her eighth birthday that Brigid meets P.V.W.R.H. O'Reilly, a

leprechaun. Paddy, as he is called, has always been around; in fact, he is 174 years old. But this

is the first time conditions have been right for Brigid to see him. And now Brigid is in for some

interesting times. For grades 3-5. 1990.

Prisoner of Time BR 11916

by Caroline B. Cooney 

1 volume

In, sixteen-year-old Devonny Stratton is being forced to marry a titled Englishman in the

nineteenth century. She escapes this fate by time-travelling to the 1990s. Reluctantly assisting

her is the brother of the twentieth-century girl who helped Devonny's brother, Strat, in the

prequel. For junior and senior high readers. 1998.

Roverandom BR 11808

by J.R.R. Tolkien 

1 volume

A young and foolish dog is turned into a toy after biting a sorcerer. As a plaything, Roverandom

is owned by a little boy named Two. After many adventures, Roverandom manages to be turned

back into a real dog. For junior and senior high and older readers. 1998.

School Spirits BR 11970

by Michael O. Tunnell 

1 volume

Patrick moves to a new town with his widowed father, who has been hired as principal of Craven

Hill School. While visiting the school, Patrick is contacted by the ghost of a young boy asking

for help. The girl next door helps terrified Patrick unravel the fifty- year-old mystery of the boy's

death. For grades 3-6. 1997. 

The Skull of Truth: A Magic Shop Book BR 11539

by Bruce Coville 

1 volume

Running from bullies, Charlie escapes into Mr. Elives's magic shop where, to his own horror, he

steals a human skull. Worse, the skull talks and it forces Charlie to always tell the

truth--something he rarely did in the past. For grades 4-7. 1997.

Time Ghost BR 11401

by Welwyn Wilton Katz 

1 volume

In the twenty-first century Sara discovers she is afraid of nature when her environmentalist

grandmother drags her to the North Pole to fend off developers. But Sara soon has an even bigger

problem when she, her friend, and the developer are transported back in time and Sara is stuck

inside her twelve-year-old grandmother. For grades 4-7. 1994.

Well Wished BR 11579

by Franny Billingsley 

1 volume Eleven-year-old Nuria is happy to go to live with her grandfather even though no other

children live in his village. There is a wishing well nearby, but it causes problems for people who

use its magic. Grandfather Avy's wish for a friend for Nuria succeeds in bringing Catty to town,

but wheelchair-bound Catty is not always nice to Nuria. For grades 4-7. 1997.

Wren to the Rescue BR 11175

by Sherwood Smith 

2 volumes

Wren and Tess have become close friends while living at Three Groves Orphanage, but Wren is

still surprised when Tess announces she is really a princess and has been hiding from the evil

King Andreus. The time has come for Tess to return home, and she takes Wren with her. But

they are only there one day when Tess is kidnapped. Prequel to Wren's Quest (BR 11176). For

junior and senior high readers. 1990.

Wren's Quest BR 11176

by Sherwood Smith 

2 volumes

Exhilarated by saving Tess in Wren to the Rescue (BR 11175), Wren is eager for more

excitement. She also wants to find her own parents now that she sees how happy Tess is to be

back with her family. Wren, now attending magician's school, takes time out to look for her

parents--and is off on another adventure. For junior and senior high readers. 1993.

Wren's War BR 11177

by Sherwood Smith 

2 volumes

In this sequel to Wren's Quest (BR 11176), Princess Teressa is returning from a diplomatic

mission when she sees her parents being brutally murdered. With the help of Wren, Tyron,

Connor, and their magic, Tess prepares to take on the role of ruler. For junior and senior high

readers. 1995.

Folk and Fairy Tales

Cassettes

The Adventures of Odysseus RC 46418

retold by Neil Philip 

read by Rick Rohan

1 cassette

In this retelling of the classic tale by Homer, Odysseus is sailing home from Troy to Ithaca. He

and his men have many perilous encounters with monsters, gods, and the elements on their

journey. For grades 3-6. 1996.

Arthur, High King of Britain RC 43414

by Michael Morpurgo 

read by Marilyn Gleason

2 cassettes

The epic legend of King Arthur is presented within the tale of a twentieth-century boy who is

rescued from drowning and brought to a sea cave by Arthur Pendragon. Arthur tells the boy

stories of his own rise to the throne, of the Knights of the Round Table, and of triumph and

tragedy in the kingdom of Camelot. For grades 5-8. 1995.

Baba Yaga and the Wise Doll: A Traditional Russian Folktale RC 46422

retold by Hiawyn Oram 

read by Laura Giannarelli

1 cassette

A traditional tale of three sisters--Too Nice Child, Horrid Child, and Very Horrid Child. Horrid

and Very Horrid send Too Nice to visit witch Baba Yaga with instructions to bring back one of

the witch's fancy toads. With her doll to guide her, Too Nice outwits both the witch and her evil

sisters. For grades K-3. 1997.

The Beggar's Magic: A Chinese Tale RC 45967

retold by Margaret and Raymond Chang 

read by Erik Sandvold

1 cassette

A Chinese folktale concerning selfishness and sharing. When a beggar-priest comes to town,

young Fu Nan and the rest of the villagers honor and respect him. One market day, the stingy

Farmer Wu refuses to give the priest a pear, but his meanness bears a price. For grades K-3.

1997.

Count Silvernose: A Story from Italy RC 44299

retold by Eric A. Kimmel 

read by Laura Giannarelli

1 cassette

Story of a mysterious, silver-nosed man who asks an old washerwoman to send each of her three

daughters to be his servant. When the two foolish younger daughters are reported to be dead, the

clever eldest daughter agrees to work for the count to rescue or avenge her sisters. For grades

2-4. 1996.

Creole Folktales RC 46047

by Patrick Chamoiseau 

read by Annie Wauters

1 cassette

Dating from the colonial period in the West Indies, these Creole folk stories reflect an enslaved

peoples' persistent struggle for survival and freedom. In "A Pumpkin Seed," an impoverished old

woman is magically rewarded for nursing junior and senior high and older readers. 1988.

Duppy Talk: West Indian Tales of Mystery and Magic RC 44129

by Gerald Hausman 

read by Saidah Arrika Ekulona

1 cassette

Each of these six duppy (or ghost) tales from the West Indies opens with an African proverb and

concludes with notes on the story's origin. In "Duke of Luck," a man finds riches after promising

to care for his dying cousin's daughter. In "Uncle Time," a trickster's killers come to a bizarre end

themselves. For grades 4-7. 1994.

Echoes of the Elders: The Stories and Paintings of Chief Lelooska RC 45968

by Chief Lelooska 

read by Pam Ward

1 cassette

Five folktales from the oral tradition of the Kwakiutl, a Native American tribe on the northwest

coast of North America. The stories tell about natural creatures like owls, loons, ravens, seagulls,

fish, and mosquitoes, and also about mythical creatures like Timber Giant, the devourer of

children. For grades 3-6. 1997.

Ella Enchanted RC 46186

by Gail Carson Levine 

read by Margaret Strom

2 cassettes

Ella was cursed at birth by a fairy--who thought she was bestowing a gift--to always be obedient.

After her mother dies, Ella is at the mercy of two bossy girls and their mother. The enchantment

even puts her love for Prince Charmont at risk, and Ella is determined to get rid of it. For grades

3-6. 1997.

The Emperor's New Clothes RC 43717

by Hans Christian Andersen 

read by Laura Giannarelli

1 cassette

In this tale written in the mid-1800s, two rascally weavers convince the emperor they can weave

the most beautiful cloth in the world, but it will be visible only to those who are fit for the office

they hold and are very clever. So the emperor orders a new set of clothes from this wonderful

cloth. But when he puts them on no one can see them. For grades K-3. 1949.

Even More Short and Shivery: Thirty Spine-Tingling Tales RC 45766

retold by Robert D. San Souci 

read by David Palmer

1 cassette

In this companion to Short and Shivery: Thirty Chilling Tales (RC 30728), San Souci relates

thirty more international tales of demons and ghosts. Perfect for storytellers and sleepovers.

Includes source notes. For grades 5-8. 1997.

Fairy Tales of Hans Christian Andersen RC 44585

by Hans Christian Andersen 

read by Graci Ragsdale

1 cassette

Twelve of Andersen's stories translated by Neil Philip. He has included such well-known tales as

"The Princess and the Pea," "Thumbelina," and "The Ugly Duckling," as well as several lesser

known, such as "The Shadow," "Grief," and "Father's Always Right." For grades 2-4 and older

readers. 1995.

The Faithful Friend RC 44324

retold by Robert D. San Souci 

read by L.J. Ganser

1 cassette

Retelling of a tale from the French West Indies, in which a native boy falls in love and sets off

with his best friend, a boy of French descent, to bring home his intended bride. But along the

way, they encounter several weird obstacles set in place by the girl's uncle, who does not approve

of the marriage. For grades 2-4. 1995.

Ghostwise: A Book of Midnight Stories RC 46740

compiled by Dan Yashinsky 

read by Erik Sandvold

2 cassettes

Collection of thirty-five tales of the supernatural from many different cultures and traditions.

Includes urban myths; folktales; and ghost, monster, and horror stories. For grades 5-8. 1997.

Giants! Stories from around the World RC 43692

by Paul Robert Walker 

read by Steven Carpenter

1 cassette

Seven classic tales on the common theme of giants, taken from cultures around the world.

Ranging from the Cyclops of Homer's epic Odyssey to the simple, oral stories of folklorists,

these tales give testimony to the pervasive belief that colossi once walked the Earth. For grades

3-6. 1995.

The Gifts of Wali Dad: A Tale of India and Pakistan RC 44146

by Aaron Shepard 

read by Erik Sandvold

1 cassette

When old grass-cutter Wali Dad realizes he has saved more money than he needs, he buys a

bracelet and has it delivered to the noblest lady in the world, the queen. Happy to be rid of his

extra money, Wali Dad is horrified to receive an even more expensive gift from the queen. For

grades K-3. 1995.

The Girl Who Dreamed Only Geese and Other Tales of the Far North RC 45962

by Howard Norman 

read by Gabriella Cavallero

1 cassette

Ten stories from Inuit oral tradition include portrayals of tundra wildlife--puffins, a wolverine, a

seagull, a narwhal, and geese. The Biblical Noah appears in "Noah Hunts a Woolly Mammoth."

In the title piece, a young girl's ability to help maintain the village food supply by dreaming

about geese is challenged by a shaman. For grades 4-7. 1997.

Gluskabe and the Four Wishes RC 43269

retold by Joseph Bruchac 

read by Brian Conn

1 cassette

An Abenaki Indian tale of three foolish men and one wise man, each of whom seeks a wish from

Gluskabe, helper of the Great Spirit. Their wishes are fulfilled in unexpected ways, thus

conveying a moral lesson to the reader. For grades 3-6 and older readers. 1995.

The Golden Hoard: Myths and Legends of the World RC 46791

retold by Geraldine McCaughrean 

read by Kristin Allison

1 cassette

Twenty-two brief retellings of folktales from cultures far away in time and place. Includes

familiar characters such as King Midas, Robin Hood, the Lorelei, and Coyote the Trickster. For

grades 4-7. 1995.

How Chipmunk Got Tiny Feet: Native American Animal Origin Stories RC 43880

retold by Gerald Hausman 

read by Laura Giannarelli

1 cassette

Seven stories that explain how the coyote, bat, lizard, hawk, horse, possum, and chipmunk came

to be the animals we know today. Includes "How Coyote Got Yellow Eyes," "How Bat Learned

to Fly," "How Lizard Got Flat," and "How Possum Lost His Tail." For grades K-3. 1995.

How Night Came from the Sea: A Story from Brazil RC 44736

retold by Mary-Joan Gerson 

read by Ed Blake

1 cassette

And its creatures to the land of daylight in order to comfort her daughter, who is married to a

man of the earth. The cool darkness of night allows the workers relief from Brazil's hot sun. For

grades K-3. 1994.

How Thunder and Lightning Came to Be: A Choctaw Legend RC 40960

retold by Beatrice Orcutt Harrell 

read by Marilyn Gleason

1 cassette

Based on legends the author heard from her Choctaw mother and grandfather. The Great Sun

Father lets two silly birds, Heloha and her fast-moving mate, Melatha, plan a way to warn people

on Earth about coming storms. They discover that when Heloha's eggs roll around their cloud

home, a loud rumbling is heard. And when Melatha rushes to catch the eggs, he streaks across

the sky. For preschool-grade 2. 1995.

Iron John: Adapted from the Brothers Grimm RC 44081

by Eric A. Kimmel 

read by John Lescault

1 cassette

Young Prince Walter is raised in the forest by a "wild man," Iron John. When Walter is grown,

he leaves the forest to work as a king's gardener and falls in love with one of the servants.

However, Walter keeps returning to the forest so that Iron John can provide special help in

making his dream come true. For preschool-grade 2. 1994.

Jig, Fig, and Mrs. Pig RC 45352

by Peter Hansard 

read by Laura Giannarelli

1 cassette

Little Jig is a poor servant pig who works for bad-tempered Mrs. Pig and her spoiled son, Fig.

One day while fetching heavy pails of milk, Jig (knowing she will be punished) gives a drink to

an old pig she meets on the road. But the stranger is a wizard and has a reward for Jig that will

make up for her miserable employers. For preschool-grade 2. 1995.

The Junior Thunder Lord RC 43936

by Laurence Yep 

read by Bob Askey

1 cassette

Retelling of a Chinese fable from the seventeenth century. When a drought settles in his village,

merchant Yue must travel to sell his wares. On the road, Yue is kind to a large, odd man named

Bear Face, who gratefully vows to help Yue in return. For grades K-3. 1994.

The Lion's Whiskers and Other Ethiopian Tales RC 46393

by Brent Ashabranner and Russell Davis 

read by Rick Rohan

1 cassette

Sixteen folktales collected from all over Ethiopia with the origin and context explained by the

editor. Features African animals such as lions, hyenas, baboons, snakes, and turtles. Some tales

have a moral, while others require the reader to determine the conclusion. For grades 4-7. 1997.

The Lion's Whiskers: An Ethiopian Folktale RC 43599

retold by Nancy Raines Day 

read by Melissa Maxwell

1 cassette

Fanaye longs for a family, but she has never married, and she has grown too old to have children

of her own. But one day a lonely widower offers her marriage. When Fanaye arrives at her new

home, she learns that she now has a stepson. But she must pull three whiskers from a lion to win

the son's love. For grades K-3. 1995.

Little Red Riding Hood: A Newfangled Prairie Tale RC 44438

by Lisa Campbell Ernst 

read by Laura Giannarelli

1 cassette

A little girl living at the edge of the prairie always wears a jacket with a red hood when she rides

her bicycle. One hot summer day she decides to take Grandma some freshly baked muffins and

lemonade. Along the way, she is tricked by a wolf, who gets to Grandma's house first. But the

wolf has quite a surprise awaiting him. For grades K-3. 1995.

The Mammoth Book of Fairy Tales RC 43791

edited by Mike Ashley 

read by Madelyn Buzzard

4 cassettes

Anthology of fifty-six tales. Includes both classic fairy tales and modern fantasies arranged

alphabetically by title. Old favorites like "Beauty and the Beast," "Jack and the Beanstalk," and

"Sleeping Beauty" appear with newer stories by Joan Aiken, Robin McKinley, and Jane Yolen.

For junior and senior high and older readers. 1997.

Misoso: Once upon a Time Tales from Africa RC 45230

retold by Verna Aardema 

read by Lisette Lecat

1 cassette

Retelling of twelve African folktales and fables. Anansi the spider returns to his starving village

empty-handed even after encountering entire villages of food in "Anansi and the Phantom Food."

In "The Boogey Man's Wife," a disobedient wife finally obeys her husband's command--much to

his unhappiness. For grades K-3. 1994.

Mysterious Tales of Japan RC 45407

by Rafe Martin 

read by Robert Sams

1 cassette

A collection of ten Japanese folktales. The introduction explains that the beauty of the natural

world is important in many of these tales and that acts of kindness are often repaid in unusual

ways. Includes story notes. For grades 3-6. 1996.

The Mysterious Visitor: Stories of the Prophet Elijah RC 45790

by Nina Jaffe 

read by Terence Aselford

1 cassette

Eight traditional Jewish tales about Elijah, whose image in the stories changes from that of a

stern prophet to one of a benevolent messenger to earth. In "The Dream," an old man dreams that

Elijah tells him to take a long journey. The man obeys, and his faith is rewarded. For grades 2-4.

1997.

Mythical Birds and Beasts from Many Lands RC 45702

retold by Margaret Mayo 

read by Gabriella Cavallero

1 cassette

A collection of ten folktales gathered from around the world. Each story centers on an imaginary

creature including Pegasus, a mermaid, a unicorn, the thunderbird, a dragon, a sea serpent, the

feathered snake, the Minotaur, naga, and the phoenix. Contains source notes. For grades 3-6.

1996.

Nicholas Pipe RC 46428

retold by Robert D. San Souci 

read by Laura Giannarelli

1 cassette

Based on a story from the twelfth century, this tale depicts Nicholas Pipe, a merman, who lives

on land and in the sea. Nicholas prefers to live on land where he can help the villagers by

warning them of upcoming storms, but he must touch the sea at least once a day. When he is

captured by the king's men and taken to prison, his life is suddenly in danger. For grades 2-4.

1997.

The Ocean of Story: Fairy Tales from India RC 45078

retold by Caroline Ness 

read by Gabriella Cavallero

1 cassette

Eighteen tales from India's oral folklore tradition. Some of the stories have themes similar to

those of the Brothers Grimm, Aesop, and the Arabian Nights. Included are "The Magic Lamp,"

"Three Fussy Men," and "The Boy and His Stepmother." For grades 4-7. 1995.

The Old Woman Who Lived in a Vinegar Bottle: A British Fairy Tale RC 44261

by Margaret Read MacDonald 

read by M.E. DePalma

1 cassette

In this British version of a traditional tale, a fairy grants an old woman living in a vinegar bottle

her wish for a better house. But when the old woman's wish is granted, she forgets to thank the

fairy. For grades 2-4. 1995.

Older Brother, Younger Brother: A Korean Folktale RC 45393

by Nina Jaffe 

read by Terence Aselford

1 cassette

In this Korean tale, Nolbu cruelly turns his younger brother, Hungbu, out of the house after their

father's death. Hungbu mends the wing of an injured bird and is rewarded with prosperity for his

kindness. The loutish Nolbu mistreats another bird and reaps a horrible punishment. For grades

K-3. 1995.

One Grain of Rice: A Mathematical Folktale RC 46954

by Demi 

read by Laura Giannarelli

1 cassette

A village girl outwits a greedy raja who says her request for a reward--just one grain of

rice--cannot be enough. She then asks that he begin by giving her one grain and double the

amount each day for thirty days. The raja is very surprised when he sees the result. For grades

2-4 and older readers. 1997.

Papa Gatto: An Italian Fairy Tale RC 44810

by Ruth Sanderson 

read by Bob Askey

1 cassette

Long ago, when it was not unusual for animals to talk, there was a very smart cat, known as Papa

Gatto, who became an advisor to the prince. As the father of eight orphaned kittens, Papa Gatto

needed someone to care for them when he was away from home. But he had trouble finding the

right nanny. For grades K-3. 1995.

The Paper Dragon RC 46435

by Marguerite W. Davol 

read by Erik Sandvold

1 cassette

A humble artist, Mi Fei, confronts a ferocious dragon to save his fellow villagers. When Mi Fei

successfully completes the three tasks set by the dragon, the danger to the countryside disappears

in an unusual way. For grades K-3. 1997.

Parzival: The Quest of the Grail Knight RC 46333

retold by Katherine Paterson 

read by MaryBeth Wise

1 cassette

Parzival's mother tried to raise him without knowledge of King Arthur's court, but one day

Parzival meets three knights in the woods. After that, he is determined to become a knight, even

though he lacks the right preparation. A retelling of the Arthurian legend based on a

thirteenth-century poem by Wolfram von Eschenbach. For grades 5-8. 1998.

Patakn: World Tales of Drums and Drummers RC 45298

by Nina Jaffe 

read by Kristin Allison

1 cassette

Ten folktales involving drums and drummers in cultures around the world. Stories tell of drums

that defeat demons, revive the dead, tame wild tigers, and lead a people to freedom. Notes

describe the drums in each story and their individual drumming patterns. For grades 6-9. 1994.

The Pied Piper of Hamelin RC 44003

by Robert Browning 

read by M.E. DePalma

1 cassette

Folktale in verse. The town of Hamelin employs a mysterious piper to save them from a plague

of rats. When the townspeople refuse to pay him for his work, the piper takes magical revenge.

For grades 3-6. 1842.

A Ring of Tricksters: Animal Tales from America, the West Indies, and Africa RC 46349

by Virginia Hamilton

read by Chuck Young

1 cassette 

Eleven stories about practical jokesters such as Bruh Rabbit and Anansi, the spider. Other

tricksters include Turtle, Lizard, and Wren. These smaller animals use their wit and cunning to

take advantage of larger animals. For grades 3-6. 1997.

Robin of Sherwood RC 43678

by Michael Morpurgo 

read by Marilyn Gleason

1 cassette

After a storm, a young boy finds his beloved oak tree uprooted. When he discovers a silver

arrowhead and human skeleton under the tree, he faints. He then dreams of Robin Hood, who

lived in Sherwood Forest with the outcasts, fighting for justice and against the evil and greedy

rule of King John. For grades 4-7. 1996.

Rose Daughter RC 46201

by Robin McKinley 

read by Michele Schaeffer

2 cassettes

In this version of Beauty and the Beast, Beauty can make things grow, especially roses. Her

talents and gifts help her father and sisters survive bankruptcy, and help her to love the Beast.

Ultimately Beauty must decide if she should restore the Beast to his human form. For junior and

senior high readers. 1997.

Rumpelstiltskin's Daughter RC 46137

by Diane Stanley 

read by Pam Ward

1 cassette

Rumpelstiltskin's teenage daughter is a captive of the greedy king who wants her to spin straw

into gold. She convinces the king that her grandfather grew gold and that the king's farmers can

also. She outwits the king to everyone's benefit, including her own. For grades 2-4. 1997.

The Selfish Giant RC 43158

by Oscar Wilde 

read by Bob Askey

1 cassette

Children stop on their way home from school to play in the Giant's lovely garden, for the Giant is

not at home. But when he returns, he forbids them to play there. They are so sad that Spring

refuses to come into the garden, until one day a special visitor appears. For grades K-3. 1995.

Seor Cat's Romance and Other Favorite Stories from Latin America RC 46215

retold by Lucia M. Gonzalez 

read by Laura Giannarelli

1 cassette

Seor Sir Cat is so thrilled to be marrying that he sings his love to the stars above--and falls off

the roof. Five other Latin American folktales complete the collection. For grades K-3. 1997.

The Seven Voyages of Sinbad the Sailor RC 46456

retold by John Yeoman 

read by Erik Sandvold

1 cassette

After serving his guests a delicious feast, Sinbad the Sailor tells about his seven trips by sea and

the shipwrecks and adventures in foreign lands that led to his wealth. A retelling of the Sinbad

stories from The Arabian Nights. For grades 3-6. 1996.

The Silver Treasure: Myths and Legends of the World RC 46792

retold by Geraldine McCaughrean 

read by Kristin Allison

1 cassette

A multicultural anthology retelling twenty-three folktales. Contains stories from Bolivia, Togo,

Russia, India, Egypt, Alaska, and other parts of the globe. Companion to The Golden Hoard:

Myths and Legends of the World (RC 46791). For grades 4-7. 1996.

The Story of Little Babaji RC 45232

by Helen Bannerman 

read by Suzanne Toren

1 cassette

Revised version of the story of a little boy in India who loses his fine clothes to vain and bullying

tigers. But Babaji has the last laugh when he eats the melted tigers as "ghi" on his pancakes. For

preschool-grade 2. 1996.

The Story of Paul Bunyan RC 44385

by Barbara Emberley 

read by Christopher Walker

1 cassette (Reissue)

Includes tales of how the mighty lumberjack Paul Bunyan and his big blue ox Babe cleared the

land for planting in Kansas and Iowa, and how they dug the Mississippi River. For grades K-3.

1963.

The Story of the Milky Way: A Cherokee Tale RC 43759

by Joseph Bruchac and Gayle Ross 

read by Michael Kramer

1 cassette

Long ago there were not many stars in the sky. And in those days the people depended on corn

for most of their food. One day an elderly couple discovers someone has stolen some cornmeal.

When the villagers try to stop the thief, their actions result in many more stars to light the night.

For grades K-3. 1995.

Strega Nona RC 44296

retold by Tomie dePaola 

read by Laura Giannarelli

1 cassette (Reissue)

In the town of Calabria, a long time ago, there lived an old lady known as Strega Nona, who

owned a magic pot. One day, when Strega Nona went visiting, her helper, Big Anthony, almost

destroyed the village by disobeying Strega Nona's warning not to touch the pot. For grades K-3.

1975.

Strega Nona Meets Her Match RC 44297

by Tomie dePaola 

read by Laura Giannarelli

1 cassette

Nothing much has happened in the town of Calabria since Big Anthony let Strega Nona's pasta

pot boil over. Then Strega Amelia comes to visit and, finding Strega Nona still doing things the

old-fashioned way, decides to go into business for herself in Calabria. But she isn't prepared for

Big Anthony's help. For grades K-3. 1993.

Strega Nona: Her Story RC 44298

retold by Tomie dePaola 

read by Laura Giannarelli

1 cassette

It all began a long time ago, in the hills . The minute Grandma Concetta delivered her grandchild,

she named her Nona and declared she would become a strega. So Nona had to spend years

learning the mysteries of herbs and the secret of the pasta pot from Grandma Concetta. For

grades K-3. 1996.

Ten Suns: A Chinese Legend RC 46972

retold by Eric A. Kimmel 

read by Rick Rohan

1 cassette

When the world was new, emperor Di Jun ruled the sky. His ten sons took turns walking across

the sky and shining down on Earth. But the ten boys found this boring and lonely, and one day

they decided to walk across the sky together. For preschool-grade 2. 1998.

This for That: A Tonga Tale RC 46425

retold by Verna Aardema 

read by Laura Giannarelli

1 cassette

A sly rabbit tricks animals and people into giving her things she doesn't deserve. For

preschool-grade 2. 1997.

The Three Billy Goats Gruff RC 43600

by P.C. Asbjornsen and J.E. Moe 

read by John Horton

1 cassette (Reissue)

A Norwegian folk tale about three goats who must pass over a bridge inhabited by a mean troll.

For grades K-3. 1957.

Tikki Tikki Tembo RC 47140

retold by Arlene Mosel 

read by Erik Sandvold

1 cassette (Reissue)

A Chinese folktale about two mischievous brothers who play crucial roles in convincing the

ancient Chinese to give their children short names. For grades K-3. 1968.

A Treasury of Mermaids: Mermaid Tales from around the World RC 46050

by Shirley Climo 

read by Laura Giannarelli

1 cassette

Eight folktales from eight different countries about mermaids or mermen. In "The Legend of

Aymee and the Mermaid," a young woman in Alaska rescues a mermaid whose hair is tangled in

a fishing net and is rewarded for her kindness. In "And Then the Merman Laughed" from

Iceland, a fisherman is rewarded for helping an injured merman. For grades 4-7. 1997.

Tree of Dreams: Ten Tales from the Garden of Night RC 44140

by Laurence Yep 

read by Gabriella Cavallero

1 cassette

Ten stories about dreams from Japan, China, India, Greece, Senegal, and Brazil. In "Dream Girl,"

a young prince uses his cleverness to find and marry a princess from his dreams. In "The Fool's

Dream," a slave uses his ability to solve riddles to make his vision come true. For grades 3-6.

1995.

True Lies: 18 Tales for You to Judge RC 45366

by George Shannon 

read by Terence Aselford

1 cassette

Each of these eighteen tales from different countries sets up a situation that seems impossible. In

"One Cookie," for example, the children may eat one cookie before supper, but at the table they

are too full to eat. Did they lie about their snack? The author reveals the "whole truth" about each

story before going on to the next. For grades 3-6. 1997.

Uncle Smoke Stories: Nehawka Tales of Coyote the Trickster RC 45458

by Roger Welsch 

read by Jim Zeiger

1 cassette

Uncle Smoke, the great storyteller of the imaginary Nehawka Indian tribe, tells a tale about the

powerful spirit Coyote on each of the four nights during harvest moon. In the first tale, the

foolish Coyote follows a buffalo for three years, waiting for it to grow larger, but goes hungry

when his meal eventually gets away. For grades 3-6. 1994.

Vampire Bugs: Stories Conjured from the Past RC 41000

by Sharon Dennis Wyeth 

read by June Carter

1 cassette

Six short African American and Native American folk tales that incorporate historical characters

and facts. The title story is a myth about the origin of lightning bugs. For grades 3-6. 1995.

Wan Hu Is in the Stars RC 43157

by Jennifer Armstrong 

read by Bob Askey

1 cassette

In ancient China, Wan Hu is a very distracted poet. While his mind is in the stars, he forgets to

wear one shoe or to open his umbrella. People laugh at his foolish attempts to reach the heavens

until the night he surprises everyone. For grades K-3. 1995.

The Wanderings oC 45779

by Rosemary Sutcliff 

read by Peter Gil

1 cassette

The story of the Greek hero Odysseus, who, after successfully capturing Troy, endures nineteen

years of perils returning home to Ithaca. Odysseus encounters the Cyclops and the Enchantress as

well as sea disasters. Upon reaching his kingdom, Odysseus discovers that suitors have taken

over his house in attempt to marry his wife, Penelope, and gain his kingdom. For grades 5-8 and

older readers. 1995.

When Birds Could Talk and Bats Could Sing: The Adventures of Bruh Sparrow, Sis Wren, and

Their Friends RC 45076

retold by Virginia Hamilton 

read by Jamie Horton

1 cassette

These stories about bats, buzzards, sparrows, wrens, and jays are based on African American

folktales from the South during the plantation era and were collected by journalist Martha Young

after the Civil War. For grades 2-4. 1996.

Who's in Rabbit's House? RC 43125

by Verna Aardema 

read by Laura Giannarelli

1 cassette (Reissue)

A humorous African folk tale about poor rabbit, whose house is invaded by a mysterious creature

with a "big, bad voice." For grades K-3. 1969.

Whuppity Stoorie: A Scottish Folktale RC 46420

by Carolyn White 

read by Laura Giannarelli

1 cassette

Kate of Kittlerumpit lives with her mother and their beloved pig, Grumphie. When Grumphie

takes ill, a mysterious woman offers to cure him but then demands she be given Kate in exchange

for the favor. For grades K-3. 1997.

Why Goats Smell Bad and Other Stories from Benin RC 46667

retold by Raouf Mama 

read by Peter Jay Fernandez

1 cassette

Collection of twenty folktales from the Fon people of West Africa. Characters include animals,

twins, orphans, and Yogbo the Glutton, who is a trickster and not to be trusted. Mama concludes

each story with a comment on its moral and Fon values in general. For grades 4-7. 1998.

Why the Sun and Moon Live in the Sky RC 44692

retold by Niki Daly 

read by Laura Giannarelli

1 cassette

Retells the African legend of how Sun and Moon, who used to live together in a home on the

earth, were forced from their house by Sea and now live in the sky. For grades K-3. 1995.

Wicked Jack RC 43448

retold by Connie Nordhielm Wooldridge 

read by Bob Askey

1 cassette

Recounts the story of Wicked Jack, who was turned away by both St. Peter and the Devil, and

how he came to be responsible for the mysterious light that one sees in the Great Dismal Swamp

of Virginia and North Carolina. For grades K-3. 1995.

The Wise Old Woman RC 45961

retold by Yoshiko Uchida 

read by Pam Ward

1 cassette

A cruel young Japanese lord insists that villagers over the age of seventy be taken to the

mountains and left to die. One farmer hides his elderly mother in a cave, instead. When the lord

must perform three impossible tasks to save himself and the village, the farmer's mother is the

only one who can help him. For grades K-3. 1994.

Wishbones: A Folk Tale from China RC 44716

retold by Barbara Ker Wilson 

read by Laura Giannarelli

1 cassette

In long-ago China, young Yeh Hsien and her father live with his evil second wife and her

daughter. Yeh Hsien does all the work until she befriends a magical fish who changes her life.

For preschool-grade 2. 1993.

Zel RC 45229

by Donna Jo Napoli 

read by Celeste Lawson

1 cassette

Desperately desiring a child, a barren woman sells her soul for Zel, the infant daughter of

neighbors. When the maturing Zel becomes the object of a nobleman's affections, the jealous

mother locks Zel away in a tower. For junior and senior high readers. 1996.

Braille

Bearskin BR 11032

by Howard Pyle 

1 volume

A resourceful young man raised by a mother bear with magical powers unwittingly fulfills a

prophecy when he champions a princess and slays a three-headed dragon. PRINT/BRAILLE. For

grades K-3. 1997.

Beautiful Warrior: The Legend of the Nun's Kung Fu BR 12009

by Emily Arnold McCully 

1 volume

An emperor raises his daughter, Jingyong, as a son--even educating her in the martial arts. When

the dynasty ends, Jingyong seeks refuge in a Buddhist monastery, where she teaches kung fu and

is known as the "warrior-nun." Then one day the local bean-curd seller's daughter is ordered to

marry a bully she despises, and she turns to Jingyong for help. PRINT/BRAILLE. For grades

K-3. 1998.

The Bone Man: A Native American Modoc Tale BR 11044

retold by Laura Simms 

1 volume

Nulwee, raised by his grandmother, is destined to confront the monster Bone Man who devoured

his people and drank the river dry. But Nulwee's encounter with the Bone Man comes sooner

than expected. PRINT/BRAILLE. For grades 2-4. 1997.

Cuckoo: A Mexican Folktale Cucu: Un Cuento Folklorico Mexicano BR 12006

by Lois Ehlert 

1 volume

A beautiful cuckoo bird proves that she is also brave when a fire starts in the farm fields. Based

on a Mayan Indian tale. PRINT/BRAILLE. For grades K-3. Bilingual edition in English and

Spanish. 1997.

The Dancing Fox: Arctic Folktales BR 11387

edited by John Bierhorst 

1 volume

A collection od Greenland. In these ancient tales, animals can take human form and magic often

plays a role. The stories highlight Inuit traditions and express the human experiences of death,

hunger, sadness, and joy. For grades 4-7 and older readers. 1997.

Days of the Blackbird: A Tale of Northern Italy BR 12013

by Tomie DePaola 

1 volume

In Italy a much-loved duke lives with his young daughter, Gemma. During the summer they sit

in their courtyard and listen to the beautiful songs of the birds, especially that of a pure white

bird. One year the duke falls ill, and Gemma convinces the white bird to stay and serenade the

duke even after the weather turns cold. PRINT/BRAILLE. For grades K-3. 1997.

Elfwyn's Saga BR 11045

by David Wisniewski 

1 volume

Because of a curse placed on Anlaf by Gorm the Grim, Anlaf's daughter Elfwyn is born blind.

But Elfwyn is able to do many things, even ride a pony. And when Gorm presents a crystal stone

to Anlaf and his people, causing them to become discontented with their lives, it is Elfwyn and

her pony who break the curse and create the northern lights. PRINT/BRAILLE. For grades 4-7.

1990.

The Golden Flower: A Taino Myth from Puerto Rico BR 12021

retold by Nina Jaffe 

1 volume

Relates the story of how Puerto Rico became an island. In the beginning the world had no water,

no green plants or trees, and no flowers. But all of that changes when a young boy finds some

seeds and plants them on top of the mountain. PRINT/BRAILLE. For grades K-3. 1996.

Golem BR 12017

by David Wisniewski 

1 volume

A retelling of how a chief rabbi of Prague creates a giant golem of clay in 1580. The golem's task

is to seek out those spreading false rumors about Jews and to turn them over to the authorities

unharmed. When his job is done, the golem is to return to clay. PRINT/BRAILLE. For grades

2-4. Caldecott Medal. 1996.

Hosni, the Dreamer: An Arabian Tale BR 11021

by Ehud Ben-Ezer 

1 volume

In this folktale, a shy, but very independent, young shepherd fulfills his dream of traveling to the

city. Hosni spends all his money to buy a verse from a wise man in the market. The older

shepherds make fun of Hosni, but soon his understanding of the verse saves him from disaster.

PRINT/BRAILLE. For grades 2-4. 1997.

Little Red Riding Hood: By the Brothers Grimm BR 11014

retold by Trina Schart Hyman 

1 volume

When Little Red Riding Hood is walking through the forest to take a basket of food to her sick

grandmother, she meets a hungry wolf. PRINT/BRAILLE. For grades K-3. 1983.

The Lost Horse: A Chinese Folktale BR 12019

retold by Ed Young 

1 volume

A Chinese man named Sai, his son, and his horse illustrate that first impressions of events are not

always correct. PRINT/BRAILLE. For grades K-3. 1998.

Musicians of the Sun BR 11040

by Gerald McDermott 

1 volume

The Aztec Lord of the Night sees that his people are sad in the gray darkness. He sends Wind to

battle Sun for the musicians held prisoner: Red, Yellow, Blue, and Green, because they can bring

color, music, and happiness to the people. PRINT/BRAILLE. For grades K-3. 1997.

The Pied Piper of Hamelin BR 11078

by Robert Browning 

1 volume

Folktale in verse. The town of Hamelin employs a mysterious piper to save them from a plague

of rats. When the townspeople refuse to pay him for his work, the piper takes magical revenge.

For grades 3-6. 1842.

Rapunzel BR 11018

retold by Paul O. Zelinsky 

1 volume

Rapunzel is twelve, with beautiful, long, red-gold hair, when a sorceress places her in a high

tower in a lonely forest. A handsome prince secretly visits Rapunzel until the sorceress finds out

and punishes them, keeping them apart. But their love for each other promises to restore their

happiness. PRINT/BRAILLE. For grades K-3. Caldecott Medal. 1997.

Roald Dahl's Revolting Rhymes BR 11568

by Roald Dahl 

1 volume

Retelling in verse of six well-known fairy tales featuring surprise endings in place of the

traditional happily-ever-after. For grades 3-6. 1982.

The Rough-Face Girl BR 11031

by Rafe Martin 

1 volume

This Algonquin Indian folktale is a variation on the Cinderella story. The two beautiful older

sisters are mean to the Rough-Face Girl. But her inner beauty gives her an advantage when all

three want to marry the Invisible Being. PRINT/BRAILLE. For grades K-3. 1992.

The Sea King's Daughter: A Russian Legend BR 11043

retold by Aaron Shepard 

1 volume

Young Sadko is a poor man who loves his Russian city of Novgorod the Great and his life as a

musician. But he longs for a woman's love and companionship. One day the Sea King rises from

the river to offer him riches and a beautiful wife if Sadko will give up his beloved home and live

under the sea. PRINT/BRAILLE. For grades 2-4. 1997.

Shingebiss: An Ojibwe Legend BR 11025

retold by Nancy Van Laan 

1 volume

This Ojibwe (Chippewa) legend tells how Shingebiss, a clever, resourceful duck, meets the

challenges of Kabibona'kan, Winter Maker. Shingebiss has four logs in his wigwam to keep him

warm all winter, but when he goes outdoors to fish for food, Winter Maker tries to freeze him.

Shingebiss outwits Winter Maker in the end. PRINT/BRAILLE. For grades 2-4. 1997.

The Story of Paul Bunyan BR 11056

by Barbara Emberley 

1 volume

Includes tales of how the mighty lumberjack Paul Bunyan and his big blue ox Babe cleared the

land for planting in Kansas and Iowa, and how they dug the Mississippi River. For grades K-3.

1963.

Tanglewood Tales BR 11201

by Nathaniel Hawthorne 

2 volumes

A classic retelling of six Greek myths. Includes the exploits of Theseus, the adventures of Jason

and his trusty Argonauts, and the story of Circe's palace. For grades 5-8. 1853.

There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Fly BR 12003

by Simms Taback 

1 volume

Recounts the tale of an old swallow numerous other animals until she swallows a horse--and

dies, of course. PRINT/BRAILLE. For preschool-grade 2. 1997.

The White Deer and Other Stories Told by the Lenape BR 10825

edited by John Bierhorst 

1 volume

Native American tales of the Lenape people, who were indigenous to New Jersey and its

bordering states. The legends tell of magic dogs, lost children, and heroes. The title story depicts

a white deer that can give game to hunters or can protect game by killing the hunters. For junior

and senior high readers. 1995.

With a Whoop and a Holler: A Bushel of Lore from Way Down South BR 11855

by Nancy Van Laan 

1 volume

Collection of tales, rhymes, riddles, and superstitions from three distinct regions of the

South--the Bayou, the Deep South, and the Appalachian Mountains. For grades 3-6. 1998.

Friendship

Cassettes

Alice the Brave RC 44063

by Phyllis Reynolds Naylor 

read by Kerry Cundiff

1 cassette

In this sequel to Reluctantly Alice (RC 35493), Alice and her friends are spending the summer

before eighth grade at a swimming pool. Alice, who has always managed to hide her fear of deep

water, is secretly terrified the boys will throw her in. Meanwhile, her two best friends wrestle

with problems of their own. For grades 6-9. 1995.

The Amber Cat RC 46065

by Hilary McKay 

read by Jack Fox

1 cassette

When Robin of Dog Friday (RC 44057) and his friend Dan are cooped up in Porridge Hall with

the chicken pox, Robin's mother tells them a story. One summer when she was their age, she, the

boy she later married, and his brother meet magical Harriet on the beach. For grades 4-7. 1995.

Angela's Aliens: Investigators of the Unknown, Book 4 RC 45840

by Janet Taylor Lisle 

read by Nona Pipes

1 cassette

Tired of hanging around with tiny Poco, Georgina eagerly awaits their friend Angela's return

from her year in Mexico. But the Angela who comes back looks and acts like a different person

and doesn't return Georgina's calls. Could it have anything to do with the spaceship sightings

near town? Sequel to A Message from the Match Girl (RC 45841). For grades 3-6. 1996.

The Best Way to Play RC 45511

by Bill Cosby 

read by L.J. Ganser

1 cassette

When the TV show Space Explorers announces its video game, Little Bill and his friends pester

their parents to buy it. Andrew shares the video with his friends. To the children's surprise,

however, they prefer their own version of the game, which they play in a vacant lot. For grades

K-3. 1997.

Box Top Dreams RC 46948

by Miriam Glassman 

read by Laura Giannarelli

1 cassette

Ari and her best friend, Danny, have fun collecting gum wrappers and ordering things like magic

potions from box tops. But now Danny is moving away. At first Ari is lost without him,

especially when she tries to discourage a begins to find new, acceptable friends. For grades 4-7.

1998.

The Boy of My Dreams RC 46202

by Dyan Sheldon 

read by Margaret Strom

1 cassette

Sixteen-year-old Michelle "Mike" Brindisi and her best friend, Hope, are determined to find their

own true loves. When Mike finally meets a college boy, she drops her old friends and changes

her image. She becomes so obsessed with Bill, she doesn't notice that her pet is ailing or that

other people are also falling in love. For grades 6-9. 1997.

Bringing Nettie Back RC 39986

by Nancy Hope Wilson 

read by Ardyth Heller

1 cassette

It's Clara's turn to ask a friend to spend a week on grandmother's farm. But Nettie has a twin

sister, Patty, so Clara has two visitors. When they go back to school, Clara and Nettie become

best friends. Suddenly something terrible happens to Nettie and nothing is quite the same again.

Meanwhile Clara learns some important lessons about friends. For grades 3-6 and older readers.

1992.

The Case of the Scaredy Cats RC 44776

by Crosby Bonsall 

read by Nancy Kronenfeld

1 cassette

Wizard, Tubby, Skinny, and Snitch are private eyes. They have their own clubhouse, but the girls

have taken it over. And the boys' plan to scare the girls away doesn't seem to work. Then one of

the girls becomes missing and the private eyes have a job to do. For grades K-3. 1971.

City Green RC 44519

by DyAnne DiSalvo-Ryan 

read by Robin Miles

1 cassette

When a building is torn down on Marcy's city block, the empty lot makes her sad. One day she

and her neighbors learn that they can rent the lot and grow a garden. All of the neighbors agree to

participate except grumpy Old Man Hammer, who used to live in the building. For grades K-3.

1994.

Crazy Weekend RC 43722

by Gary Soto 

read by Rick Rohan

1 cassette

Hector and his friend Mando go to Fresno to visit Hector's photographer uncle. On a photo shoot

together, they inadvertently photograph a robbery by a pair of bumbling thugs. After bragging to

a reporter, the two seventh-graders must evade the robbers' inept attempts to teach thheels (RC

44022). For grades 5-8. 1994.

Crush RC 46609

by Ellen Conford 

read by Faith Potts

1 cassette

Some classmates of Room 202 at Cutter's Forge High School are getting ready for the annual

Valentine's Day dance--the Sweetheart Stomp. Others think they will be staying home, including

B.J. Green. In these nine stories, B.J. considers the chances her friends have for romance and gets

a surprise herself. For grades 6-9. 1998.

Danny and the Dinosaur RC 45823

by Syd Hoff 

read by Suzanne Toren

1 cassette

When Danny goes to visit the museum he sees Indians, and bears, and guns, and swords, and

then he sees dinosaurs--his favorite thing. Danny thinks it would be nice to play with a dinosaur,

but the ones he sees are not real. Then he hears a voice that says, "I think it would be nice to play

with you." For preschool-grade 2. 1958.

Danny and the Dinosaur Go to Camp RC 45821

by Syd Hoff 

read by Suzanne Toren

1 cassette

When Danny takes his huge friend, the dinosaur, to summer camp, everyone has a great time. For

preschool-grade 2. 1996.

Fireflies, Peach Pies, and Lullabies RC 43613

by Virginia Kroll 

read by Catherine Byers

1 cassette

Francie's great-grandmother can't remember how to do things anymore, and Francie is afraid

people will remember Great-Granny Annabel only as an empty shell of a person. But at

Great-Granny Annabel's funeral, Francie finds a way to help everyone remember something

special. For preschool-grade 2. 1995.

The Flimflam Man RC 47150

by Darleen Bailey Beard 

read by Kristin Allison

1 cassette

It starts on a scorching July day in 1950 in Wetumka, Oklahoma. That's the day Clara Jean and

Bobbie Jo, who don't like each other, meet F. Bam Morrison, the advance man for Bohn's United

Circus Shows. He has come to sell tickets for the circus. But before he leaves, he swindles the

townspeople out of their money and makes Clara Jean and Bobbie Jo realize they can be friends.

For grades 3-6. 1998.

The Gator Girls RC 43901

by Joanna Cole and Stephanie Calmenson 

read by Pam Ward

1 cassette

Amy and Allie are alligators and best friends who have a list of fun things to do together during

their summer vacation. But when Allie learns that she is going to camp, the gator girls must cram

a whole summer's worth of plans into one day. For grades 2-4. 1995.

Happy Birthday, Danny and the Dinosaur! RC 45822

by Syd Hoff 

read by Suzanne Toren

1 cassette

Danny is six years old today, and he is in a hurry to see his friend the dinosaur. He wants to

invite him to his birthday party. When he finds his friend, Danny learns that the dinosaur just had

a birthday himself the day before--he was one hundred million years old. For preschool-grade 2.

1995.

Harriet the Spy RC 44768

by Louise Fitzhugh 

read by Susan McInerney

2 cassettes

Harriet M. Welsch, eleven, is a spy. She has her own sleuthing outfit and her special secret

notebook in which she records observations--sometimes good and sometimes bad--about all of

her friends. When members of her sixth-grade class discover the book, Harriet must find a way to

get out of trouble. For grades 5-8. 1964.

The Hating Book RC 45541

by Charlotte Zolotow 

read by Suzanne Toren

1 cassette

A young girl declares that she hates her friend who hurt her feelings. The girl's mother

encourages her to ask the friend why she is being so mean. When the two finally talk, they

realize it was all a misunderstanding. For grades K-3. 1969.

Jennifer, Hecate, Macbeth, William McKinley, and Me, Elizabeth RC 44792

by E.L. Konigsburg 

read by Carole Jordan Stewart

1 cassette (Reissue)

On Halloween night, Elizabeth, a lonely new student at William McKinley Elementary School,

meets Jennifer, who claims to be a master witch. The two girls become friends, practice chants

and spells, but have a falling out when Jennifer wants to put their pet toad in a potion. For grades

4-7. 1967.

Make a Wish, Molly RC 41820

by Barbara Cohen 

read by Mimi Bederman

1 cassette

Molly is still adjusting to life in America when she learns about the custom of celebrating

birthdays. But her first invitation to a birthday party comes during Passover, and Molly can't eat

any of the beautiful cake. Embarrassed and unhappy, Molly feels left out until her own birthday

produces several surprises. Sequel to Molly's Pilgrim (RC 21685). For grades 2-4 and older

readers. 1994.

Marven of the Great North Woods RC 46139

by Kathryn Lasky 

read by Erik Sandvold

1 cassette

Marven's family sends him to a lumber camp for the winter to avoid the 1918 influenza epidemic

in Duluth. The small ten-year-old Jewish boy is given office duties, which include waking up

lumberjacks who oversleep. That is how his unlikely friendship with Jean Louis, the largest,

strongest man in the camp, begins. For grades 2-4. 1997.

The Meanest Thing to Say RC 45512

by Bill Cosby 

read by L.J. Ganser

1 cassette

Michael, a new boy in the second grade, wants to play a game to see who can say the meanest

thing. Little Bill's dad gives him an idea of how to turn the game around, and Little Bill makes

friends with Michael. For grades K-3. 1997.

Meeting the Make-Out King RC 43283

by Lynn Cullen 

read by June Carter

1 cassette

Seventh-grader Nora has just dumped her best friend because they are both so short they look

odd together. Now Nora pals around with popular Dawn and Sandy, but she is secretly horrified

when they decide to fix her up with the new guy at school who is known for his kissing. For

grades 4-6. 1994.

Millie Cooper and Friends RC 44264

by Charlotte Herman 

read by Marilyn Gleason

1 cassette

Millie and Sandy look forward to the fourth grade in 1947. They just know this will be the best

year ever, especially since they will have Miss O'Hara as their teacher. But several surprises

await them the first week of school, and their friendship is tested. For grades 3-6. 1995.

Nothing Ever Happens on Ninetieth Street RC 46217

by Roni Schotter 

read by Laura Giannarelli

1 cassette

Eva is sitting on the stoop waiting for something to happen, so she will have something to write

about. But nothing ever happens on Ninetieth Street! Then one person suggests that she choose a

topic she knows well, another urges Eva to use her imagination, and a third recommends asking

"what if?" Before long something really does happen on Ninetieth Street. For grades 2-4. 1997.

The Only Alien on the Planet RC 46552

by Kristen D. Randle 

read by Carol Dines

2 cassettes

Ginny leads a secure, happy life until her high school senior year. Suddenly her parents uproot

the family and her oldest brother goes to college. Ginny becomes friends with her new next-door

neighbor, Caulder, who introduces her to Smitty, a classmate who doesn't ever talk. Caulder and

Ginny make it their mission to help him. For grades 6-9 and older readers. 1995.

Peter and Veronica RC 44702

by Marilyn Sachs 

read by Michele Schaeffer

1 cassette (Reissue)

Despite his Jewish family's disapproval, Peter Wedemeyer is determined to keep his best friend,

gentile tomboy Veronica Ganz. Sequel to Veronica Ganz (RC 44746). For grades 4-7. 1969.

Pippi Longstocking's After-Christmas Party RC 43564

by Astrid Lindgren 

read by Madelyn Buzzard

1 cassette

First published in Sweden in 1950, this story continues the adventures of young Pippi

Longstocking, who lives in a house called Villa Villekulla with her monkey and her horse. When

she posts an invitation to an after-Christmas party, all of the town children are ecstatic. For

grades K-3. 1995.

Samantha the Snob RC 44442

by Kathryn Cristaldi 

read by Laura Giannarelli

1 cassette

A young girl immediately dislikes a new girl in her class and calls her "Samantha the snob"

because of her fancy clothes and attitude. When Samantha invites the class to her birthday party,

the girl is the only one who doesn't want to go. For grades K-3. 1994.

Sharing Sam RC 39994

by Katherine Applegate 

read by Jeanne Evans

1 cassette

Alison, a junior, is fascinated by the new boy at school, Sam Cody. But shortly after they meet,

her best friend, Izzy, is diagnosed with a fatal brain tumor. Realizing that Izzy is attracted to

Sam, too, Alison decides to put her own budding relationship on hold and convince Sam to

devote himself to Izzy during the girl's last few months. Some strong language. For junior and

senior high readers. 1995.

Slumber Party! RC 46138

by Judith Caseley 

read by Pam Ward

1 cassette

Zoe's birthday is just seven weeks away, and she and Mama decide to have a slumber party. Zoe

invites four friends, and they all accept. The night of the party they go to a pizzeria and then stop

to buy nail polish on the way home. Everything is just fine until they get in their sleeping bags,

and one of the girls starts reading very, very, very scary stories. For grades K-3. 1996.

Summer on Wheels RC 44022

by Gary Soto 

read by Rick Rohan

1 cassette

In this sequel to Crazy Weekend (RC 43722), Hector and his friend Mando decide to take a

five-day bike trip from East Los Angeles to Hector's aunt's house in Santa Monica. Staying with

relatives along the way, the boys are amazed at their good fortune. First Hector gets one hundred

dollars for acting in a commercial, then he wins prime seats at a Dodgers game by being the

millionth attendee. Includes a glossary of Spanish words. For grades 5-8. 1995.

Tchaikovsky Discovers America RC 43617

by Esther Kalman 

read by Suzanne Toren

1 cassette

Jenny Petroff, who shares her birthday with Tchaikovsky, turns eleven on May 7, 1891. One of

her presents is to attend a concert conducted by Tchaikovsky at the new Music Hall in New York

City. Another is money from an uncle in Chicago. Jenny uses the money to buy a diary in which

she records memories of her time with Tchaikovsky during his visit to America. For grades 2-4.

1994.

This Is a Great Place for a Hot Dog Stand RC 43068

by Barney Saltzberg 

read by Gary Tipton

1 cassette

Izzy hates his job at the toy factory--he would rather be outdoors. One day he decides to set up

his own hot dog stand. When he finally opens for business on a vacant lot between two big office

buildings, Madame Moola Moo wants to tear down his stand to build a mall. For preschool-grade

2. 1995.

The Tulip Touch RC 45631

by Anne Fine 

read by Corrie James

1 cassette

Natalie lives at the Palace hotel where her father is the manager. She forms an exclusive

friendship with Tulip, a young girl she meets in a field. But Tulip's increasingly dangerous

games cause Natalie to have doubts about the relationship. When Natalie does break free, she

faces drastic consequences. For grades 6-9. 1997.

Under the Pear Tree RC 46248

by Brenda Seabrooke 

read by Madelyn Buzzard

1 cassette

This sequel to Judy Scuppernong (RC 35091) continues, in a series of narrative poems, the tale

of three young girls in a small Georgia town in the early 1950s. During the summer, Lala, Stacy,

and Deanna and her visiting cousin Rusty have a dog wedding, go on a hay ride and picnic,

swim, catch caterpillars, and build a city out of boxes and scraps of paper. For grades 4-7. 1997.

Veronica Ganz RC 44746

by Marilyn Sachs 

read by Michele Schaeffer

1 cassette (Reissue)

Eleven-year-old Veronica Ganz learns self-confidence when teased out of her bullying ways by

Peter Wedemeyer, a new, pint-sized classmate. Prequel to Peter and Veronica (RC 44702). For

grades 4-7. 1968.

When Jane-Marie Told My Secret RC 43281

by Gina Willner-Pardo 

read by Marilyn Gleason

1 cassette

Jane-Marie is Carolyn's best friend until she tells Carolyn's secret. The secret is that Carolyn

wants Katie Kempo, the most popular girl in the third grade, to like her. Now Carolyn can't be

friends with Jane-Marie, and Katie will never like her. For grades 2-4. 1995.

When Pigs Fly RC 43252

by June Rae Wood 

read by Janis Gray

2 cassettes

Buddy feels good about her class assignment to tend an egg for two weeks--she has had nurturing

experience with her sister, who has Down's syndrome. Buddy is sad when her parents move to a

run-down farm, but she makes new friends whose problems make Buddy appreciate her own

blessings. For grades 5-8. 1995.

Where You Belong RC 46061

by Mary Ann McGuigan 

read by Barbara Pinolini

1 cassette

Bronx, New York, 1963. Tunken father. Wandering the streets, she runs into Yolanda, an African

American girl from her old school. Though considered an odd pair, they spend the day together.

Fiona enjoys Yolanda's friends and family. She learns things about the civil rights movement that

she applies in her own life. For grades 5-8. 1997.

Braille

Bridge to Terabithia BR 10864

by Katherine Paterson 

1 volume

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. For grades 5-8. Newbery Medal. 1977.

The Friends BR 11432

by Kazumi Yumoto 

1 volume

Three Japanese sixth-grade boys who are longtime friends decide to find out about death. They

hear about an old man who is supposed to die any day, and they decide to spy on him. But their

original plan slowly changes after the old man discovers them stalking him. For grades 5-8.

1996.

The Hating Book BR 11348

by Charlotte Zolotow 

1 volume

A young girl declares that she hates her friend who hurt her feelings. The girl's mother

encourages her to ask the friend why she is being so mean. When the two finally talk, they

realize it was all a misunderstanding. For grades K-3. 1969.

Henry and Mudge and the Best Day of All: The Fourteenth Book of Their Adventures BR 11069

by Cynthia Rylant 

1 volume

On the first day of May, Henry wakes up and informs Mudge that today is Henry's birthday. But

all Mudge does is roll over and snore. It takes several promises of good treats to eat to get Mudge

going. But then Henry and Mudge have the best day of all! For grades K-3. 1995.

The Lady in the Box BR 11036

by Ann McGovern 

1 volume

When Lizzie and Ben discover a woman sleeping in front of the Circle Deli, they want to help in

some way. They are not allowed to speak with strangers, so they leave soup and a warm scarf by

her box. Her gratitude delights the children. Then the store owner tells the old lady to move.

PRINT/BRAILLE. For grades K-3. 1997.

Lone Wolf BR 11338

by Kristine L. Franklin 

1 volume

Since his baby sister died and his mother moved out three years ago, Perry Dubois, now eleven,

and his father have lived alone in the woods. When a large family buys the land where Perry's

secret cave is, he despairs of ever sighting the wolf he's been hearing. But he finds an unlikely

friend in the family's oldest girl. For grades 4-7. 1997.

Mr. Ape BR 11754

by Dick King-Smith 

1 volume

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 hensiends Jake and his

father, Joe--traveling gypsies who prove to be kindred spirits. For grades 3-6. 1998.

One of Each BR 11048

by Mary Ann Hoberman 

1 volume

In this story told in rhyme, Oliver Tolliver lives all alone in his house with only one of

everything. When he invites a visitor to his home, he realizes that he needs two of some things,

and he discovers the pleasure of sharing. PRINT/BRAILLE. For grades K-3. 1997.

The Sandy Bottom Orchestra BR 11490

by Garrison Keillor and Jenny Lind Nilsson 

2 volumes

Eighth-grader Rachel Green is not looking forward to the summer. She and her best friend,

Carol, seem to be growing apart, and her parents have decided to stay in town for the summer

since her father is in charge of the Fourth of July celebration. Life does begin to look up,

however, when Rachel is invited to play her violin in the Sandy Bottom Orchestra. For grades

5-8. 1996. 

The Schernoff Discoveries BR 11442

by Gary Paulsen 

1 volume

Science whiz Harold Schernoff and his best friend, both fourteen years old, are the most

unpopular students in their Minnesota junior high school. Harold devises schemes to boost their

popularity, but the plans usually backfire. When members of the football team break his slide

rule, Harold takes revenge by making them a unique chocolate cake. For grades 5-8. 1997.

The Secret Box BR 11807

by Gayle Pearson 

1 volume

Five interconnected stories about two girls and their sixteen-year-old brothers. In the title story,

Taylor Finch receives a secret box for her twelfth birthday, but thinks the thirty-four steps to

open it are too much trouble--until she realizes she has some secrets she wants to hide. For

grades 4-7. 1997.

The Secret Life of Amanda K. Woods BR 11698

by Ann Cameron 

1 volume

Just before Amanda's only friend, Lyle, moves away, the two eleven-year-olds use a technique

from a comic book to exchange hands in order to remain close. Amanda uses her new right hand

and some advice from her "perfect" older sister to guide her through the awkward, friendless

time that follows. For grades 4-7. 1998.

A Sound of Leaves BR 11096

by Lenore Blegvad 

1 volume

Sylvie, her mother, her brother, and her grandfather are spending the week at a relative's beach

cottage. Sylvie's excitement over having an actual tree pressing against her window is dampened

when someone refers to her as a slum kid. For grades 3-6. 1996.

Spider Boy BR 11755

by Ralph Fletcher 

1 volume

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 BR 11985

by Jane Kurtz 

1 volume

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.

General

Cassettes

Abdi and the Elephants RC 43870

by Mary W. Gehman 

read by Mary Woods

1 cassette

Twelve-year-old orphan Abdi lives in Somalia with his aunt and uncle and helps tend the

family's goats and crops. Abdi longs to have his own farm and dreams of one day leaving his

village to attend school to learn better ways of farming. Sage advice from a village elder inspires

Abdi to realize his dreams. For grades 4-7. 1995.

The American Wei RC 46973

by Marion Hess Pomeranc 

read by Rick Rohan

1 cassette

Wei Fong and his parents have moved to the United States from China, and today they are going

to become American citizens. Wei hopes it will be a "double-lucky day"--his first loose tooth is

about to fall out, which means the Tooth Fairy will visit. For grades K-3. 1998.

Annie Flies the Birthday Bike RC 43416

by Crescent Dragonwagon 

read by Marilyn Gleason

1 cassette

Annie wants a bike so she can fly down hills in her neighborhood. But when she trades in her

baby trike for a brand new, blue birthday bike, Annie realizes she has to learn to ride it before she

can fly. For grades K-3. 1993.

 

Arthur's Funny Money RC 45824

by Lillian Hoban 

read by Suzanne Toren

1 cassette

Arthur wants to buy a Frisbee-team T-shirt and matching cap. Violet says he could wash bikes to

earn the money. But counting the money spent on supplies and counting the money earned call

for more numbers than Arthur knows. The saleslady helps to make a happy ending. For grades

K-3. 1981.

Believing Sophie RC 44026

by Hazel Hutchins 

read by Laura Giannarelli

1 cassette

Sophie rides her bike to the store to buy ingredients for cookies and some cough drops for her

father. When she loses something on the way home and has to return to the store, Sophie is

accused of stealing the cough drops she bought the first time. For grades K-3. 1995.

Big Anthony and the Magic Ring RC 46759

by Tomie De Paola 

read by Laura Giannarelli

1 cassette

Big Anthony watches Strega Nona use a magic ring to turn herself into a beautiful lady who

dances all night in the village. When Big Anthony tries out the magic ring, his evening is not as

happy. For grades K-3. 1979.

Bit by Bit RC 43627

by Steve Sanfield 

read by Gordon Gould

1 cassette

A tailor finds a beautiful piece of cloth and makes himself a coat. He loves the coat so much he

wears it out. Then he makes a jacket out of what's left of the coat. As he wears that out, the tailor

must think of smaller and smaller items to make from the cloth. For preschool-grade 2. 1995.

Broken Umbrellas RC 43409

by Kate Spohn 

read by Susan McInerney

1 cassette

Explains how intelligent people can end up homeless. The woman in this story once was a

teacher at a university. But gradually her life changed, and now she picks up things from the

street--especially broken umbrellas. For grades K-3. 1994.

The Ch'i-lin Purse: A Collection of Ancient Chinese Stories RC 43070

retold by Linda Fang 

read by Janis Gray

1 cassette

Retellings of nine stories and folktales whose sources include classic Chinese operas, novels, and

legends. In "The Ho-shih Jade," two kings undergo a battle of wits to obtain a famous piece of

jade. The physician in "The Miracle Doctor" seeks help from a monk for treating the one disease

he cannot cure. For grades 3-6. 1995.

Earthshine RC 42727

by Theresa Nelson 

read by Susan McInerney

1 cassette

Slim, a twelve-year-old girl, narrates this emotional story of a quest for a miracle to overcome

the AIDS virus. Slim is distraught from helplessly watching her dying father, and her friend

Isaiah wants a cure for his mom. Together they develop the strength and understanding to help

them deal with their common tragedy. For grades 6-9 and older readers. 1994.

Fall-Out RC 43530

by Gudrun Pausewang 

read by June Carter

1 cassette

Fourteen-year-old Janna and her brother, Uli, are alone when an accident rocks the nuclear power

plant near their home in Germany. As they flee, Uli is killed by a car. Janna learns that the

disaster has claimed the rest of her family, loses patience with the public apathy, and joins

antinuclear activists. For grades 6-9. 1987.

Gabriella's Song RC 47026

by Candace Fleming 

read by Mary Ann Nichols

1 cassette

As Gabriella Menza walks home from the marketplace in Venice, she hears street traders singing

their songs, church bells ringing, pigeons flapping their wings, and her mother calling her to

hurry. Soon Gabriella is humming a tune, and before long everyone is humming along with her,

including composer Del Pietro. For grades K-3. 1997.

Harry's Birthday RC 44621

by Barbara Ann Porte 

read by Jamie Horton

1 cassette

Harry is about to have a birthday, and he has told his father and all of his friends that he wants a

cowboy hat. He has even chosen a cake shaped like a cowboy hat, and plates, napkins, and cups

with cowboy hats on them. But what Harry gets is a little more than he expects. For grades K-3.

1994.

Inch by Inch: The Garden Song RC 43794

by David Mallett 

read by John Polk

1 cassette

A youngster takes his rake and hoe and, inch by inch and row by row, plans to make a garden

grow. For preschool-grade 2. 1975.

The Jester Has Lost His Jingle RC 44227

by David Saltzman 

read by Gary Tipton

1 cassette

One morning no one in the world wakes up in the mood to joke, except the jester in a faraway

castle. He bubbles with joy--until he arrives in front of his raging king and is banished from the

court. The poor jester travels the world over until he finally finds one little girl who seems to

have a tiny tee-hee-hee left in her. For grades K-3. 1995.

Jordi's Star RC 44826

by Alma Flor Ada 

read by Bob Askey

1 cassette

Jordi is a lonely shepherd who lives a difficult life on top of a bare and rocky hillside. Then one

night he is delighted to discover a new friend in a twinkling star reflected nearby. Fearing that his

friend will not like the plainness of his mountain home, Jordi then gathers gifts from nature to

make the place more beautiful. For grades K-3. 1996.

The King's Commissioners RC 44139

by Aileen Friedman 

read by Pam Ward

1 cassette

Every time a problem occurs in the royal kingdom, the king appoints a commissioner. There is

one for Flat Tires, one for Things That Go Bump in the Night, another for Spilt Milk, and one for

Wrong Turns. In fact, there are so many the king decides to count them all, but that presents

another problem. For grades 2-4. 1994.

A Kiss for Little Bear RC 44900

by Else Holmelund Minarik 

read by Suzanne Toren

1 cassette

Grandmother is so happy with Little Bear's picture that she sends him back a kiss. The kiss is

passed from Grandmother to Hen to Cat to Little Skunk to a pretty little girl skunk, who passes it

back to Skunk, before it finally gets to Little Bear, and the skunks have a lovely wedding. For

preschool-grade 2. 1968.

The Last Piper RC 43914

by Helen Cavanagh 

read by Gabriella Cavallero

1 cassette

Shortly after their father dies, Christie and her little brother, Mikey, accompany their mother on a

trip to Scotland. Mikey startles them by announcing he lived here before he was born to

Mommy. Then they meet an elderly woman, and Mikey claims to be her long-dead brother Firth.

For grades 3-6. 1996.

Leaving Fishers RC 46161

by Margaret Peterson Haddix 

read by Kristin Allison

1 cassette

In her junior year of high school, Dorry's parents relocate to a strange city. Away from her

friends and extended family, Dorry is miserable until a group of students befriend her. Gradually

Dorry becomes deeply involved in their Christian sect, letting her family life and grades

deteriorate. Only after a crisis does Dorry realize that she had joined a cult. For grades 6-9. 1997.

Little Bear RC 44738

by Else Holmelund Minarik 

read by John Horton

1 cassette (Reissue)

Four episodes about Little Bear in which he tries to persuade his mother to make him a winter

outfit, makes himself some birthday soup, takes an imaginary trip to the moon, and finally goes

to sleep as his mother tells him a story. For grades K-3. 1957.

Little Bear's Friend RC 44899

by Else Holmelund Minarik 

read by Suzanne Toren

1 cassette (Reissue)

Little Bear helps a girl find her way home, and they become good friends. They spend a happy

summer with Owl, Duck, Hen, and Cat and are sad when the time comes for the girl to return to

school. Companion to Little Bear (RC 44738). For grades K-3. 1960.

Little Bear's Visit RC 44914

by Else Holmelund Minarik

read by Suzanne Toren

1 cassette (Reissue)

While visiting his grandparents, Little Bear hears stories about his mother when she was a girl.

Companion to Little Bear (RC 44738). For grades K-3. 1961.

The Long, Long Letter RC 44390

by Elizabeth Spurr 

read by Susan McInerney

1 cassette

When a little boy's mother gets a card from his Aunt Hetta begging for mail, his mother sits

down to pen "a long, long letter, one she will not forget!" And it is a long message--for his

mother writes through fall, winter, spring, and summer. For preschool-grade 2. 1996.

Make Lemonade RC 40705

by Virginia Euwer Wolff 

read by Celeste Lawson

1 cassette

As a first step toward earning money for college, fourteen-year-old LaVaughn answers an ad for

a baby-sitter. Jolly, a seventeen-year-old mother of two who does factory work in the evenings,

offers LaVaughn the job. Then Jolly is fired, and LaVaughn learns how to "take hold," as her

mother says, of her own plans, of Jolly's situation, and of the children's needs as they all work on

lessons in and out of school. For high school and older readers. 1993.

Marvin Redpost: Alone in His Teacher's House RC 45347

by Louis Sachar 

read by Rick Rohan

1 cassette

Mrs. North, Marvin's third grade teacher, is going to be away for a week. She has asked Marvin

to take care of her elderly dog. It means Marvin has a key to his teacher's house--and his

classmates are jealous. But Marvin soon discovers taking care of a dog is a big responsibility.

For grades 2-4. 1994.

Mop Top RC 45051

by Don Freeman 

read by Rick Rohan

1 cassette

Marty never wants to have his hair cut. Now it is so long and floppy he looks like a red mop, and

people call him Moppy. But the day before his sixth birthday party, his mother insists that he go

to the barber. For grades K-3. 1955.

My Many Colored Days RC 42897

by Dr. Seuss 

read by Laura Giannarelli

1 cassette

A rhyming tale in which a child describes his moods on different days. "Some days are yellow.

Some are blue." The child feels different on different days, but always goes back to being

himself. For preschool-grade 2 and older readers. 1996.

No! No! No! RC 44048

by Anne Rockwell 

read by Bruce Huntey

1 cassette

A little boy knows it's a bad day from the minute he wakes up. He doesn't like his cereal, even

the toothpaste tastes terrible, and his mother makes him wear a horrible plaid shirt and his

raincoat. And that's just the beginning. For preschool-grade 2. 1995.

Old Home Day RC 45071

by Donald Hall 

read by Erik Sandvold

1 cassette

A fictional account of the evolution of an area now called Blackwater, New Hampshire. Hall

weaves a story beginning tglaciers melted and formed rivers and ponds, up to 1999, when the

town celebrates the bicentennial of its founding by Enoch Boswell, a farmer who was looking for

a place to build a cabin, keep a cow, and raise a family. For grades 3-6. 1996.

The Oxboy RC 44754

by Anne Mazer 

read by Chuck Young

1 cassette

A stark, violent allegory about prejudice and intolerance depicts a time and place when animals

and humans often mated. Then the pure-blood people, threatened by crossbreeding, designate a

group of hunters to seek out and massacre all who are not pure humans. Oxboy, whose ox father

has fled the hunters, tries to conceal his heritage. However, for befriending an otter he is

ostracized and imprisoned. Violence. For grades 4-7 and older readers. 1993.

Peace Crane RC 40978

by Sheila Hamanaka 

read by Mimi Bederman

1 cassette

Poignant verse inspired by Sadako, a Japanese girl who folded one thousand paper cranes before

dying from an illness caused by the bombing of Hiroshima. The crane becomes a symbol of hope

to the African American girl telling the story as she wonders about street violence. But then she

dreams that she flies with the Peace Crane and embraces its message of love. For grades 3-6.

1995.

Pilgrim's Progress: A Retelling RC 43496

retold by Gary D. Schmidt 

read by Gordon Gould

1 cassette

The tale, written by John Bunyan in 1675, recounts Christian's journey, the adventures he has on

his pilgrimage, and the ups and downs he experiences in his quest for spiritual grace. Rewritten

in contemporary language. For grades 5-8 and older readers. 1994.

Ready, Set, Go! RC 44737

by John Stadler 

read by Suzanne Toren

1 cassette

Sasha is a little dog who very much wants to play with her big cousin, Oliver, and his even

bigger friend, Juliet. "You're too little to play with us," Oliver and Juliet tell Sasha, but then she

gets a chance to prove herself. For preschool-grade 2. 1996.

The Royal Nap RC 41469

by Charles C. Black 

read by Laura Giannarelli

1 cassette

Everdo takes a two-hour nap, and during that time the castle must be completely silent. But one

afternoon the king hears a hic...hic...hic from deep within the castle and cannot get to sleep. Soon

the palace guards are searching the castle high and low. For preschool-grade 2. 1995.

Shadow of a Hero RC 43618

by Peter Dickinson 

read by George Holmes

2 cassettes

With the rise of ethnic nationalism in postcommunist Eastern Europe, English-born Letta and her

grandfather, Restaur Vax, return to his native Varina, a fictional Balkan state. But officials there

fear that Vax, the nation's last democratic leader, might spur Varian nationalism, and his family

is plunged into perilous intrigue. For junior and senior high readers. 1994.

The Sugaring-Off Party RC 41470

by Jonathan London 

read by Laura Giannarelli

1 cassette

As the Sugar Moon rises in the sky, Grand-mere tells Paul about the first sugaring-off party she

attended sixty years ago. She recounts the journey to Tante Loulou's home, the big feast, the

dancing, and finally "la tire"--the sticky, gooey maple syrup that is poured on the snow to make

taffy. For grades K-3. 1995.

When the Monkeys Came Back RC 44717

by Kristine L. Franklin 

read by Laura Giannarelli

1 cassette

When Doa Marta was a little girl her valley was a quiet place, except at dawn when the

monkeys would howl and bark in the trees and at dusk when they would hoot and scream. Then

men cut down the trees and the monkeys went away. As a young wife, Doa Marta began

planting new trees. For preschool-grade 2. 1994.

Why Did It Happen? Helping Children Cope in a Violent World RC 43793

by Janice Cohn 

read by Bruce Huntey

1 cassette

Six-year-old Daniel likes to visit the neighborhood grocer, Mr. James. But after the store is

robbed, and Mr. James is injured, Daniel's parents have a lot of explaining to do before he is

willing to go back. The author, a psychotherapist, includes a note to parents. For grades 2-4.

1994.

Braille

And If the Moon Could Talk BR 12014

by Kate Banks 

1 volume

As a little girl goes through her bedtime routine, the moon looks down on the world. Preparations

for nighttime alternate between scenes from the outdoor world and inside the girl's home.

PRINT/BRAILLE. For preschool-grade 2. Boston Globe-Horn Picture Book Award 1998. 

The Angry Intruder: Christy Fiction Series, Book 3 BR 10898

by Catherine Marshall 

1 volume

In this sequel to Silent Superstitions (BR 10897), teacher Christy Huddleston is plagued by

malicious pranks and suspects one of her students. Meanwhile, Christy is in trouble with her

mentor, Miss Alice, over soliciting donations for the mission school. For grades 5-8. 1995.

The Bridge to Cutter Gap: Christy Fiction Series, Book 1 BR 10848

by Catherine Marshall 

1 volume

Christy Huddleston, nineteen, travels to her first teaching job at remote Cutter Gap in the

Smokey Mountains. Her trip ends with a fall from the rickety, icy bridge leading to the village.

After recovering from her bruises, Christy nervously begins her new job. For grades 5-8. 1995.

Christy's Choice: Christy Fiction Series, Book 6 BR 10901

by Catherine Marshall 

1 volume

When Christy receives an offer to teach in her hometown of Asheville, she makes a decision that

stands to affect her entire future. During a train wreck on her return to Cutter Gap, Christy

experiences a life-changing insight that clarifies her destiny. Sequel to The Proposal (BR 10900).

For grades 5-8. 1996.

The Crocodile and the Dentist BR 11013

by Taro Gomi 

1 volume

A crocodile needs to have a cavity filled but is afraid of the dentist. The dentist is equally afraid

of the crocodile. In the end they agree they may skip next year's meeting if the crocodile

remembers to brush his teeth. PRINT/BRAILLE. For preschool-grade 2. 1994.

Go and Come Back BR 11768

by Joan Abelove 

1 volume

Alicia tells what happens in her village on the Paro River in Peru when two women

anthropologists frocia only observes their odd habits and bad manners, but gradually she

becomes their friend and teaches them how to be real people like the villagers. For grades 6-9.

1998.

Is It Time? BR 11007

by Marilyn Janovitz 

1 volume

A wolf cub and its parent get ready for bed. The cub takes a bath, brushes fangs, combs bangs,

and settles down for sleep. PRINT/BRAILLE. For preschool-grade 2. 1994.

Midnight Rescue: Christy Fiction Series, Book 4 BR 10899

by Catherine Marshall 

1 volume

Ruby Mae, one of Christy's students, disappears in a storm. In her search for the girl, Christy

happens upon a gang of moonshiners desperate to prevent anyone from exposing their illicit

enterprise. Christy uses courage and cunning to evade the outlaws and recover Ruby Mae. Sequel

to The Angry Intruder (BR 10898). For grades 5-8. 1995.

Mud BR 10043

by Mary Lyn Ray 

1 volume

Mud! Gooey, gloppy, mucky, magnificent mud. One night it just happens. The earth comes

unfrozen and winter squishes, squcks, sops, splats, slurps, and melts into mud. Happy mud.

PRINT/BRAILLE. For grades K-3. 1996.

An Occasional Cow BR 11317

by Polly Horvath 

1 volume

Imogene's parents have arranged for her to spend the summer with her four cousins in Iowa. As a

New Yorker, Imogene imagines Iowa as boring cornfields and pigs, but Iowa is much more fun

than summer camp ever was. Imogene experiences blood oaths, climbing the laundry chute,

training pigs to curtsy, and swimming games. And Imogene's gum-wrapper chain becomes more

than a pastime. For grades 4-7. 1989.

The Proposal: Christy Fiction Series, Book 5 BR 10900

by Catherine Marshall 

1 volume

When David Grantland, the handsome minister, asks for her hand in marriage, Christy is

delighted, but hesitant to commit. Then she is blinded in a riding accident, and all of her dreams

for the future seem to be in jeopardy. Eventually, Christy recovers her sight and begins to see

things in a new light. Sequel to Midnight Rescue (BR 10899). For grades 5-8. 1996.

Richard Wright and the Library Card BR 11662

by William Miller 

1 volume

A story from Wright's autobiography describing how he, a seventeen-year-old African American,

found a daring way to borrow library books in the segregated south. For grades 3-6. 1997.

The Shepherd Boy BR 11003

by Kristine L. Franklin 

1 volume

A young Navajo boy discovers that one of his sheep is missing when he brings in his family's

flock one evening. He then must rescue the lost lamb before nightfall. PRINT/BRAILLE. For

preschool-grade 2. 1994.

Silent Superstitions: Christy Fiction Series, Book 2 BR 10897

by Catherine Marshall 

1 volume

Christy is the new teacher at a rural mission school. After a good first week, Christy notices that

her students seem wary and distant. Then she learns of a local woman's rumor that Christy is

cursed. Chrome the superstition of the mountain people. Sequel to The Bridge to Cutter Gap (BR

10848). For grades 5-8. 1995.

While No One Was Watching BR 11963

by Jane Leslie Conly 

1 volume

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.

Zin! Zin! Zin! A Violin BR 11001

by Lloyd Moss 

1 volume

Musical instruments take their place, one by one, on the stage until there is a chamber group of

ten. PRINT/BRAILLE. For grades K-3. 1995.

Growing Up

Cassettes

Achingly Alice RC 46549

by Phyllis Reynolds Naylor 

read by Kerry Cundiff

1 cassette

In the eighth grade, Alice, of Outrageously Alice (RC 45568), continues her campaign to get her

widowed father and her favorite teacher, Miss Summers, to marry. But Miss Summers's other

boyfriend is back in the picture. For grades 6-9. 1998.

Becoming Felix RC 45397

by Nancy Hope Wilson 

read by Rick Rohan

1 cassette

Twelve-year-old JJ combines a love for his family's dairy farm with a passion for playing the

clarinet. When JJ neglects his music to shoulder additional farm chores after his mom injures

herself, his friendship with fellow musician Steven begins to fray. For grades 5-8. 1996.

Buddy Love: Now on Video RC 40968

by Ilene Cooper 

read by Don Emmick

1 cassette

At thirteen Buddy Love's main interests are television and girls. School bores him and so does

his family. But when Buddy's father wins a video camera and Buddy gets a chance to use it for a

school project, he begins to surprise himself. For grades 5-8. 1995.

Cages RC 40969

by Peg Kehret 

read by Sharon Lauve Komorn

1 cassette

For Kit Hathaway, fourteen, it is not a good day--she does not get the lead in the school play, and

when she gets home, her stepfather is drunk. She goes to the mall to escape, but while she is

there, Kit commits a crime that changes her life. For grades 6-9. 1991.

Ceremony of the Panther RC 44266

by Luke Wallin 

read by M.E. DePalma

1 cassette

Sixteen-year-old John Raincrow, a Miccosukee Indian living in the Florida Everglades, is torn

between the shiftless lifestyle of his best friend and his father's reverence for tribal tradition. He

rediscovers his heritage and gains self-knowledge during a conflict over the capture of a panther,

an endangered animal who must be sacrificed to save John's ailing grandmother. For grades 6-9

and older readers. 1987.

Choosing Up Sides RC 46935

by John H. Ritter 

read by Rick Rohan

1 cassette

In 1921 Luke Bledsoe, thirteen, and his family relocate e new fundamentalist preacher. To his

dad's dismay, Luke discovers he has a natural skill for playing baseball. After he sees the famed

Babe Ruth play for charity, Luke decides to defy his father for a place on the diamond. No one is

prepared for the consequences. For grades 5-8. 1998.

The Circuit: Stories from the Life of a Migrant Child RC 46960

by Francisco Jimnez 

read by Lewis Grenville

1 cassette

Twelve interconnected short stories about the hardships of Panchito and his family as illegal

migrant workers. "Under the Wire" tells how the family leaves Mexico and crawls under barbed

wire into California. Picking crops and earning money come first while going to school is not

always possible, as explained in "The Circuit." For grades 5-8. 1997.

Eight Cousins; or, The Aunt Hill RC 45947

by Louisa May Alcott 

read by Kristin Allison

2 cassettes (Reissue)

Written in 1875. Rose Campbell is orphaned and sent to live with her six aunts and seven boy

cousins on Aunt Hill. Rose is not accustomed to the commotion of a large household, but with

the help of her guardian, Uncle Alec, she learns to adjust. Prequel to Rose in Bloom (RC 45948).

For grades 5-8. 1995.

The Genuine Half-Moon Kid RC 45870

by Michael Williams 

read by Graeme Malcolm

1 cassette

Jay Watson, a South African teenager, was deserted by his grandfather ten years ago. When the

older man dies, Jay journeys with nine-year-old Levi Bam and a few other friends to find the

wooden box that contains Jay's inheritance. Along the way, the group meets an odd assortment of

the dead man's acquaintances. For junior and senior high and older readers. 1994.

Ice RC 45251

by Phyllis Reynolds Naylor 

read by Susan McInerney

2 cassettes

Although Chrissa has stopped speaking to her mother, she is stunned that her mother retaliates by

sending her away, even if it is to her paternal grandmother's house. Leaving New York City for

rural upstate New York is a big change. During the year with her grandmother, Chrissa also

changes, as she faces challenges on her own. For grades 6-9. 1995.

Jack's New Power: Stories from a Caribbean Year RC 46232

by Jack Gantos 

read by Gary Tipton

1 cassette

Jack's father, optimistic about job opportunities, moves the family to Barbados. Though the

family is happy to live on the island, Jack's father is both a hero who saves a drowning couple

and a tormentor who keeps his household in turmoil. Jack discovers that writing in his diary is

important to him. For grades 5-8. 1995.

Life Magic RC 45626

by Melrose Cooper 

read by Margaret Strom

1 cassette

Sixth grade is a year of change for Crystal, the middle child in a loving African American family.

After the embarrassment of being in remedial reading class and the pain of Uncle Joe's death

from AIDS, Crystal finds a talent that makes her special. For grades 4-7. 1996.

The Midwife's Apprentice RC 40833

by Karen Cushman 

read by Kimberly Schraf

1 cassette

The only name she has ever known is Brat. She does not know how old she is--probably twelve

or thirteen; she has no family or home; and she is unwashed, hungry, and unloved. Brat is

discovered sleeping in a dung heap by the town's midwife, who reluctantly gives her many jobs

to do in return for a piece of dry bread and stale cheese. But Brat soon determines to become a

midwife herself. For grades 6-9. 1995.

Missing Pieces RC 44403

by Norma Fox Mazer 

read by Mimi Bederman

1 cassette

At fourteen, Jessie Wells craves more than her mother's stock story about the father who deserted

her, so she begins calling all the Wellses in the phone book. Meanwhile, Jessie is having

problems with her friends, and the great-aunt who helped raise both Jessie and her mother is

becoming forgetful. For grades 6-9. 1995.

My First Love RC 43383

by Callie West 

read by Ilona Dulaski

1 cassette

Junior Amy Wyse works hard to maintain good grades and her place on the swim team in hopes

of getting a college scholarship. In fact she has had little time for boys. But when Chris Shepherd

asks Amy out, she forgets her goals and gets carried away with dating. Suddenly Amy's grades

begin to drop, and she loses her status as a top-notch swimmer. For grades 6-9. 1995.

Outrageously Alice RC 45568

by Phyllis Reynolds Naylor 

read by Kerry Cundiff

1 cassette

Now in eighth grade, Alice, of Alice the Brave (RC 44063), laments being incredibly boring. As

she tries joining clubs, changing her look, and trying to fit in as a bridesmaid for her brother's

ex-girlfriend, Alice continues to hope that her widowed father will marry. For grades 6-9. 1997.

Owen Foote, Second Grade Strongman RC 46736

by Stephanie Greene 

read by Erik Sandvold

1 cassette

Owen Foote has worried about height-and-weight day at school since first grade when the nurse

called him a pip-squeak in front of everyone. His best friend, Joseph, is afraid, too, because he is

fat. When Nurse Jackson criticizes Joseph, Owen feels obligated to speak up, risking

punishment. Owen eventually comes to terms with his size and Joseph goes on a healthy diet.

For grades K-3. 1996.

A Part of the Sky RC 45820

by Robert Newton Peck 

read by Nick Sullivan

1 cassette

In this depression-era sequel to A Day No Pigs Would Die (RC 37104), thirteen-year-old Rob

Peck assumes responsibility for the family farm after his father's death. Although the mortgage is

only twelve dollars a month, the Pecks cannot afford to pay it or their taxes. School has to wait

while Rob finds work. For grades 6-9 and older readers. 1994.

Patrick's Tree House RC 45395

by Steven Kroll 

read by Gregory Gorton

1 cassette

As nine-year-old Patrick arrives for his annual August visit with his grandparents, Granddad

surprises him with a tree house. At first dismayed that two tough boys take over his tree house,

Patrick eventually finds a way to befriend the troubled trespassers. For grades 2-4. 1994.

Peeling the Onion RC 45969

by Wendy Orr 

read by Kristin Allison

1 cassette

After winning a karate championship, seventeen-year-old Anna is hurt in a serious car accident.

Before the full extent of her neck and ankle injuries is diagnosed, she endures intense physical

pain. Her emotional trauma, from all the changes in her life, is even deeper. Some strong

language. For junior and senior high and older readers. 1996.

Rumble Fish RC 44103

by S.E. Hinton 

read by John Lescault

1 cassette (Reissue)

Rusty-James, the toughest guy in the junior high crowd, idolizes his older brother, a mean street

fighter. But when Rusty-James tries to emulate his brother, trouble erupts. For junior and senior

high readers. 1975.

Saving Shiloh RC 46647

by Phyllis Reynolds Naylor 

read by L.J. Ganser

1 cassette

Sequel to Shiloh Season (RC 44980). 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.

Send Me Down a Miracle RC 45353

by Han Nolan 

read by Nanette Savard

1 cassette

Fourteen-year-old Charity Pittman, of rural Casper, Alabama, befriends a visiting New York

artist, who withdraws to her room for a month-long experiment in sensory deprivation. When the

artist emerges and reports that she has had visions of Jesus, she angers Charity's preacher-father

and sends the town into rancorous turmoil. For grades 6-9. 1996.

Send No Blessings RC 40998

by Phyllis Reynolds Naylor 

read by June Carter

2 cassettes

Beth Herndon, fifteen, lives in a trailer with her parents and eight brothers and sisters. Beth longs

for a better life than her parents have and hopes her typing ability will be the key to a better

future away from West Virginia. But her father wants Beth to quit school when she turns sixteen

and to marry twenty-two-year-old Harless. For junior and senior high readers. 1990.

Shiloh Season RC 44980

by Phyllis Reynolds Naylor 

read by M.E. DePalma

1 cassette

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 (RC 35064). For grades 4-7. 1996.

The Shimmershine Queens RC 45416

by Camille Yarbrough 

read by Ilona Dulaski

1 cassette

Growing up in the city is hard for Angie. Her father has left home, and the kids at school tease

her about her hair and coloring. When ninety-year-old Cousin Seatta visits from Alabama, Angie

learns of her heritage and to think proudly of herself, to "shimmershine." For grades 5-8. 1988.

Soulfire RC 46491

by Lorri Hewett 

read by Christopher Hurt

1 cassette

Teenager Todd Williams's older brother Marcus runs with a gang in their Denver neighborhood.

When their cousin Ezekiel tries to stop another cousin, Tommy, from joining Marcus's gang,

both are shot. Hoping to avoid following in his brother's footsteps, Todd learns to rely on

himself. Some violence and som high and older readers. 1996.

A Sound of Chariots RC 43357

by Mollie Hunter 

read by Patricia Kilgarriff

2 cassettes (Reissue)

Nine-year-old Bridie McShane is one of five children in her Scottish family, and her father's

favorite. But when her father dies, Bridie agonizes over the finality of death and is overwhelmed

with grief. Her teacher, Mrs. Mackie, however, recognizes Bridie's gift for writing and challenges

her to develop her talent. For grades 6-9. 1972.

Tangerine RC 46159

by Edward Bloor 

read by Erik Sandvold

2 cassettes

Paul Fisher's parents are avid fans of his older brother Erik's promising football career. In

contrast, Paul wears extremely thick glasses because, according to Erik, Paul stared at an eclipse.

When they move to Tangerine, Florida, Paul's new friendships help him uncover what he's really

known all along about Erik. For grades 6-8. 1997.

The Tent: A Parable in One Sitting RC 42729

by Gary Paulsen 

read by Michael Kramer

1 cassette

Steven's father, Corey, who is out of work, suddenly comes up with a way for Steven and Corey

to make money--Corey will become a preacher. Steven is surprised since they have never been to

church, and he has never seen his father reading the Bible. But they get a tent and a Gideon Bible

from a hotel and set out to preach the word of God. They start to make a lot of money, and then

Steven begins to see the wrong in what they are doing. For grades 6-9. 1995.

The Unlikely Romance of Kate Bjorkman RC 46671

by Louise Plummer 

read by Nona Pipes

1 cassette

Six-foot-tall Kate has cataracts and wears thick glasses. Her brother's friend is staying with

Kate's family for Christmas, and she has always had a crush on him. But he brought along a

beautiful college woman. Kate isn't sure she should try to compete for Richard with the new

woman, not to mention Kate's flirtatious friend. For junior and senior high readers. 1995.

Writing to Richie RC 39990

by Patricia Calvert 

read by Nancy Kronenfeld

1 cassette

David and Richie have been in lots of foster homes, because their parents are unable to take care

of them. Now they are going to the Birks. On the way, David tells Richie everything will be

okay, and each hopes this time David will be right. For a while everything is just fine at the

Birks, even Richie's allergies. Then Richie has a reaction to his school lunch, and life is never the

same. For grades 4-7. 1994.

Your Move, J.P.! RC 40988

by Lois Lowry 

read by M.E. DePalma

1 cassette

James Priestly Tate, twelve, has an overwhelming urge, for the first time in his life, to use

deodorant. Why? Because J.P. is in love with Angela Patricia Galsworthy, a new girl in his class.

But his attempts to impress her soon lead to even stranger behavior. For grades 6-9. 1990.

Braille

Another Way to Dance BR 10957

by Martha Southgate 

1 volume

Vicki Harris, fourteen, has been chosen to study at the School of American Ballet for the

summer. Her family is concerned that Vicki will have to turn her back on her African American

heritage to succeed in the mostly white world of ballet. As the summer progresses, Vicki must

deal with her own concerns about race. For junior and senior high and older readers. 1996.

Beyond Providence BR 10889

by Steven Schnur 

2 volumes

Twelve-year-old Nathan Burns lives with his family on a struggling Hudson River sheep farm.

Life is hard, and his brother Eric and Pa are always fighting. In fact, their fighting drove Mama

away. When Eric leaves too, Nathan's cousin Kitty comes to help out and brings love back into

the family. For junior and senior high readers. 1996.

Countdown BR 11378

by Ben Mikaelsen 

2 volumes

NASA has selected Elliot to be the first junior astronaut. While in space he talks on shortwave

radio to people on earth, including Vincent, a Masai youth. Elliot and Vincent argue about their

different beliefs and customs but finally realize that differences do not have to be barriers to

friendship. Some violence. For grades 5-8. 1996.

The Education of Robert Nifkin BR 11827

by Daniel Pinkwater 

1 volume

New to Chicago in the 1950s, Robert begins his high school education dressed in the odd clothes

his Eastern European father insists he wear. His unpopularity and the bigoted teachers send

Robert to the streets, where he meets an unusual group of people and finds a school he actually

likes. Some strong language. For junior and senior high readers. 1998.

Ellie and the Bunheads BR 11833

by Sally Warner 

1 volume

Turning thirteen, Ellie is eligible to audition for the Philadelphia Dance Theater. She has mixed

feelings--her disciplined dance lifestyle makes her miss out on other school and social activities,

and she resents her mother's assumption that she'll audition. But Ellie loves to dance. For grades

5-8. 1997.

Fire on the Wind BR 11449

by Linda Crew 

1 volume

In the summer of 1933, the loggers of Oregon are facing fire threats and work shutdowns.

Meanwhile, Storie has completed eighth grade and is confused about her future. Her mother

wants her to go to high school in town and become something other than a logger's wife, but her

father wants her to be a camp cook. For junior and senior high readers. 1995.

Flying Lessons BR 10863

by Nava Semel 

1 volume

Young Hadara lives with her widowed citrus-grower father in a village in Israel. She becomes

friends with their new neighbor, shoemaker Maurice Havivel, who says he used to be in a circus.

Telling her that anything is possible if you practice, Maurice inspires Hadara to believe she can

fly like a bird. For grades 5-8 and older readers. 1995.

Hero BR 11600

by S.L. Rottman

2 volumes

Fifteen-year-old Sean is sent to a farm for a week's community service for fighting. Abandoned

by his father and raised by an abusive mother, Sean finds acceptance and peace with the animals

and the farmer, Mr. Hassler. With the help of some concerned adults, Sean is able to look

forward to a better future. For junior and senior high readers. 1997.

Joyride BR 11796

by Gretchen Olson 

2 volumes

When Jeff McKenzie and a friend take a joy ride through a farmer's bean field one night, Jeff has

no idea he will spend the summer in a strawberry field. He had planned to play tennis, but this is

the price he must pay for ruining the farmer's irrigation motor. Jeff learns a lot and is befriended

by the farmer's daughter and a farm hand. For junior and senior high readers. 1998.

Liar BR 11668

by Winifred Morris 

1 volume

When Alex's flighty, immature mother lies to authorities that her latest beating was by Alex

rather than her boyfriend, Alex is put on probation and sent to live on his grandparents' farm. He

gradually opens up to them and to a new friend, until another false accusation threatens his new

life. For grades 6-9. 1996.

Life in the Fat Lane BR 11737

by Cherie Bennett 

2 volumes

Beauty pageant winner Lara is crowned homecoming queen as a high school junior. Then,

inexplicably, she begins to gain weight--and doesn't stop. Although finally diagnosed with a rare

metabolic disorder, Lara has become one of the obese students she had pitied. Some strong

language. For junior and senior high readers. 1998.

The Long Season of Rain BR 10921

by Helen Kim 

2 volumes

Eleven-year-old Junehee Lee lives a secure life in Seoul with her mother and three sisters, as her

father is often away on business travel. Then her world begins to change when her family adopts

an orphan boy and Junehee comes to realize that she will someday marry and leave home. For

junior and senior high readers. 1996.

Long Time Passing BR 11802

by Linda Crew 

2 volumes

When high school sophomore Kathy doesn't make the rally squad in 1966, she decides to forge a

new identity as a folk-singing, artistic type. She embraces the turbulent sixties with her new

group of friends, including the brooding but intriguing James. Some strong language. For junior

and senior high readers. 1997.

My Louisiana Sky BR 11788

by Kimberly Willis Holt 

1 volume

Louisiana, 1950s. Twelve-year-old Tiger Ann Parker begins to feel embarrassed in front of the

other kids about the "slowness" of her parents. Her grandmother is the one who keeps the family

intact. After Granny dies, Tiger has a chance to move to the city with her sophisticated aunt, but

she is reluctant to abandon the parents who love her. For grades 6-9. 1998.

No Turning Back: A Novel of South Africa BR 11864

by Beverley Naidoo 

1 volume

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.

Out of the Dark BR 11476

by Welwyn Wilton Katz 

2 volumes

After his mother is killed, Ben's family moves to his father's Newfoundland boyhood home.

Ben's younger brother makes friends with the local boys, but Ben avoids them, escaping into the

fantasy world of the nearby Viking settlement, armed with stories his mother had told him. For

grades 6-9. 1996.

A Place to Call Home BR 11957

by Jackie French Koller 

2 volumes

Anna, fifteen, lives with her irresponsible mother, her five-year-old sister, Mandy, and baby

brother, Casey. When her mother disappears, Anna decides to keep it a secret, because she thinks

no one would want to keep a biracial teenager who has two white siblings. For junior and senior

high readers. 1995.

Radiance Descending BR 11611

by Paula Fox 

1 volume

Paul's baby brother, Jacob, has Down's syndrome and has to be watched all the time. Their

grandfather tries to help Paul understand his brother, but Paul is resentful and prefers not to think

about him at all. Then Jacob's seventh birthday arrives, and Paul begins to see him in a new light.

For grades 5-8. 1997.

Rules of the Road BR 11821

by Joan Bauer 

2 volumes

Sixteen-year-old Jenna loves selling shoes for the Chicago Gladstone Shoe Store. But when her

drunken father arrives in town, Jenna jumps at the opportunity to drive ornery Mrs. Gladstone to

Texas. Jenna and the elderly woman fret over the future of the store chain, now in Gladstone's

son's unscrupulous hands. For junior and senior high readers. 1998.

Screen Test BR 11605

by David Klass 

2 volumes

A high school junior, Liz is uncomfortable with the attention her good looks bring, but she

accepts a request to star in a student film. When this leads to a role in a Hollywood movie, Liz

must decide if this is the life she wants. For junior and senior high readers. 1997.

Stranded in Harmony BR 11412

by Barbara Shoup 

2 volumes

Despite being captain of the football team with a cheerleader girlfriend, high school senior Lucas

Cantrell is disillusioned with his staid life in Harmony, Indiana. Lucas wishes he could have

grown up during the turbulent 1960s until an eccentric cabin-bound relative and a woman with a

radical past teach him the value of living in the present. For junior and senior high readers. 1997.

Strays like Us BR 11720

by Richard Peck 

1 volume

Molly has been sent to live with her great-aunt Fay while her mother is in rehab. Next door, Will

is staying with his grandparents and it is rumored that his father is in prison. They begin junior

high school in their new town feeling like strays. For grades 5-8. 1998.

Sun and Spoon BR 11400

by Kevin Henkes 

1 volume

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.

Thin Ice BR 11573

by Marsha Qualey 

2 volumes

Arden's parents died in a plane crash when she was six, and her brother, Scott, dropped out of

college to raise her. Now Arden is seventeen and Scott has disappeared, presumably drowned in

a snowmobile accident. But Arden has reason to believe Scott has run away, and she's

determined to find him. For junior and senior high readers. 1997.

What Do Fish Have to Do with Anything? and Other Stories BR 11512

by Avi 

1 volume

Seven short stories in which young people make difficult decisions as they learn to think for

themselves. In "What's Inside," a thirteen-year-old must act under pressure to save his cousin

from shooting himself. In "Fortune Cookie," a boy faces his first birthday since his parents were

divorced. In the title piece, a boy wishes he could find a cure for unhappiness. For grades 6-9.

1997.

When She Was Good BR 11537

by Norma Fox Mazer 

1 volume

After their mother's death and their father's remarriage, Em and her sister, Pamela, run away to

the city. At fourteen, Em must support and take care of her abusive, troubled older sister. When

Pamela dies a few years later, Em attempts to live a normal life. Some strong language. For

junior and senior high readers. 1997.

Historical

Cassettes

Across the Wide Dark Sea: The Mayflower Journey RC 43568

by Jean Van Leeuwen 

read by Bruce Huntey

1 cassette

A fictionalized account of a young boy's trip to America with his family on the Mayflower in

1620. Once there, the settlers begin making a new life for themselves. For grades K-3. 1995.

Addy Learns a Lesson: A School Story RC 43822

by Connie Porter 

read by Michele Schaeffer

1 cassette

When Addy Walker and her mother arrive in Philadelphia to begin life as free people, Sarah

Moore and her mother meet them. The Moores help Mrs. Walker find a job, and Sarah takes

Addy to school. But will Addy snub Sarah in order to be friends with the rich girls? Sequel to

Meet Addy (RC 43821). For grades 2-4. 1993.

Addy Saves the Day: A Summer Story RC 43825

by Connie Porter 

read by Michele Schaeffer

1 cassette

Addy, a former slave now living in post-Civil War Philadelphia, helps with a church fair to

benefit families separated by the war. The children plan to make spool puppets and put on a

show, but Harriet, Addy's desk partner, thinks that is silly. Then tragedy strikes, and the girls

must work together. Sequel to Happy Birthday, Addy! (RC 43824). For grades 2-4. 1994.

Addy's Surprise: A Christmas Story RC 43823

by Connie Porter 

read by Michele Schaeffer

1 cassette

Their first Christmas as free people is approaching, and Addy Walker and her mother are busy

helping Mrs. Ford finish her holiday orders. The Walkers have been saving to buy a lamp, but

when a boatload of freedmen arrive, Addy and her mother decide to help them instead. Sequel to

Addy Learns a Lesson (RC 43822). For grades 2-4. 1993.

After the War RC 45683

by Carol Matas 

read by Kristin Allison

1 cassette

The sole survivor of her Jewish family, fifteen-year-old Ruth is liberated from Buchenwald at the

end of World War II. Finding that her Polish home has been taken over by others, Ruth joins a

band of refugees intent on emigrating to Palestine. For junior and senior high readers. 1996.

The Apprenticeship of Lucas Whitaker RC 46268

by Cynthia DeFelice 

read by John Lescault

1 cassette

In 1849 twelve-year-old Lucas Whitaker's entire family dies of consumption. The distraught boy

hears about a folk cure for the illness, which involves removing the heart of a deceased victim,

then burning the organ to produce smoke that has curative powers. Luke decides to test this

macabre treatment. For grades 4-7. 1996.

April Morning RC 43072

by Howard Fast 

read by Gary Tipton

1 cassette (Reissue)

Fictional account of the Revolutionary War battles of Lexington and Concord, related by

fifteen-year-old Adam Cooper. After his father is shot down by the British, Adam joins the

colonial militia at Lexington in its ambush of British regulars. For junior and senior high readers.

1961.

Arly's Run RC 44981

by Robert Newton Peck 

read by Arnie Warren

1 cassette

Florida, 1928. In this sequel to Arly (RC 34066), twelve-year-old Arly Poole escapes from a

migrant camp and heads to safety in Moore Haven. Before he can arrive, he is recaptured and

forced to become a picker again. Arly manages a second escape as the worst hurricane of the

century is fast approaching. For grades 6-9. 1991.

The Arrow over the Door RC 46648

by Joseph Bruchac 

read by Christopher Hurt

1 cassette

A war party of Abenaki Indians and a peaceful Quaker meeting encounter one another during the

Revolutionary War. Samuel Russell, a young Quaker, and Stands Straight, an Indian youth,

describe the incident from their different points of view. The story is based on the historical

"Easton Meeting" of 1777. For grades 4-7. 1998.

The Ballad of Lucy Whipple RC 44772

by Karen Cushman 

read by Kimberly Schraf

1 cassette

Following her dream in 1849, widowed Mrs. Whipple moves her children to a California mining

settlement where she opens a boarding house in a tent. Hating California, her oldest daughter,

California Morning, changes her name to Lucy and plots to return to Massachusetts. For grades

5-8. 1996.

Black Cowboy, Wild Horses: A True Story RC 46423

by Julius Lester 

read by Bob Moore

1 cassette

Story based on the life of a former slave, Bob Lemmonlains seeking a herd of wild horses to

capture and tame. For grades 2-4 and older readers. 1998.

Black Horses for the King RC 45290

by Anne McCaffrey 

read by Erik Sandvold

1 cassette

When Lord Artos (the future King Arthur) wants to buy sturdy horses to carry his companions to

battle, the lad Galwyn's gift for languages and handling horses earns him favor with Artos.

Galwyn further secures a place in Camelot by introducing iron horseshoes. For grades 6-9. 1996.

A Boy and His Bear RC 45167

by Harriet Graham 

read by Cyn Delafield

1 cassette

In Elizabethan England, when bearbaiting was a popular sport, Dickon is apprenticed to a tanner.

But he has a gift for handling live animals. When he becomes the trainer of a bear cub, he

decides to rescue it from its sad fate by running away with the cub to France. His adventures gain

freedom for more than the bear. For grades 4-7. 1994.

The Boys from St. Petri RC 43112

by Bjarne Reuter 

read by Peter Gil

1 cassette

Lars Balstrup is coming of age in his German-occupied Denmark village in 1942. He longs to

join his older brother's secret club, the St. Petri Group, which engages in petty acts of resistance

against the Nazis. As the defiance grows more serious, however, the St. Petri boys find their lives

in jeopardy. For junior and senior high readers. Batchelder Award. 1994.

The Bracelet RC 43257

by Yoshiko Uchida 

read by Janis Gray

1 cassette

In 1942 Emi and her family are being sent to a prison camp just because they are Japanese

Americans. Emi's best friend, Laurie, gives Emi a bracelet to wear in camp so she'll always

remember her. But on the first day at camp, Emi loses the bracelet. Now Emi wonders how she'll

be able to remember her friend. For grades K-3. 1976.

Caleb's Choice RC 45400

by G. Clifton Wisler 

read by Terence Aselford

1 cassette

When his family falls on hard times in 1858, young Caleb Dulaney is sent to live and work at his

grandmother's Texas inn. Caleb discovers that his new guardian is helping slaves escape into free

Kansas, and he is forced into a difficult choice between right and wrong. For grades 4-8. 1996.

Changes for Addy: A Winter Story RC 43826

by Connie Porter 

read by Michele Schaeffer

1 cassette

Addy hopes her family, separated by slavery and the Civil War, can be together for Christmas.

She is working extra hard so Poppa can make another trip to look for her aunt and uncle and

baby Esther. Addy also worries about her friend Sarah, who has dropped out of school. Sequel to

Addy Saves the Day (RC 43825). For grades 2-4. 1994.

Changes for Felicity: A Winter Story RC 43766

by Valerie Tripp 

read by Kimberly Schraf

1 cassette

Felicity's favorite horse, Penny, is going to have a foal. But there is trouble in colonial

Williamsburg. The father of Felicity's friend Elizabeth is in jail for being a Loyalist, and Jiggy

Nye is there for debt. Grandfather helps them both, but the cold costs him his life. Sequel to

Felicity Saves the Day (RC 43765). For grades 2-4. 1992.

Changes for Kirsten: A Winter Story RC 43756

by Janet Shaw 

read by Janis Gray

1 cassette

Kirsten and Lars are out setting traps when they find a wounded baby raccoon. Kirsten takes it to

their frontier home to nurse, but the raccoon gets loose and causes a fire that destroys their house.

Later, good fortune comes to the Larsons when the children make a discovery in the woods.

Sequel to Kirsten Saves the Day (RC 43755). For grades 2-4. 1988.

Changes for Molly: A Winter Story RC 43836

by Valerie Tripp 

read by Pam Ward

1 cassette

Molly's dance class plans a big finale for the World War II veterans, and Molly hopes to play

Miss Victory. The McIntires have just heard that Dad should be home for the show, and Molly

hopes he will find her more grown up. But then she gets sick. Sequel to Molly Saves the Day

(RC 43835). For grades 2-4. 1988.

Changes for Samantha: A Winter Story RC 43846

by Valerie Tripp

read by Susan McInerney

1 cassette

Now that Grandmary has married an admiral, Samantha lives in New York City with her aunt

and uncle. Her friend Nellie promised to visit when she wrote Samantha that she and her sisters

were moving to the city. But when weeks go by with no sign of Nellie, Samantha sets out to find

her. Sequel to Samantha Saves the Day (RC 43845). For grades 2-4. 1988.

Children of the Longhouse RC 43907

by Joseph Bruchac 

read by Pam Ward

1 cassette

A tale set in the late 1400s about Ohkwa'ri, an eleven-year-old Mohawk boy who overhears some

older boys planning to raid another village. When Ohkwa'ri tells the village elders, he becomes

the target for the older boys' revenge. Later, in a tribal lacrosse game, Ohkwa'ri must avoid injury

with honor. For grades 3-6. 1996.

Coast to Coast with Alice RC 43386

by Patricia Rusch Hyatt 

read by Laura Giannarelli

1 cassette

A fictional journal sixteen-year-old Minna might have written during a two-month auto trip in

1909. Auto enthusiast Alice Ramsey, twenty-one, is asked by the Maxwell car company to be the

first woman to drive across the United States. Minna and Alice's two sisters-in-law come along.

For grades 3-6. 1995.

Cocoa Ice RC 46136

by Diana Appelbaum 

read by Pam Ward

1 cassette

In the 1870s, two young girls--one in Santo Domingo and one in Maine--both like chocolate ice.

In Santo Domingo, farmers grow cocoa beans to make chocolate. In Maine, blocks of ice are cut

from the frozen river and stored in ice houses. When summer arrives, the ice is shipped to Santo

Domingo, where it is traded for cocoa, and both girls have their chocolate ice! For grades 2-4.

1997.

Dancing on the Bridge of Avignon RC 42715

by Ida Vos 

read by Barbara Rappaport

1 cassette

Before World War II began, Rosa de Jong, ten, dreamed only at night, but now she sits in her

father's big chair and dreams during the daytime of the past when she could go to school, play

her violin, and ride her bike. Rosa and other members of her family hope that one day they can

escape from Holland and dance on the Bridge of Avignon in France. But they live in daily fear of

the concentration camps. For grades 3-6. 1989.

Dream Peddler RC 43447

by Gail E. Haley 

read by Bob Askey

1 cassette

John Chapman travels throughout the eighteenth-century English countryside selling his books of

"words, wisdom, ideas, and dreams" to the simple folk. But his friends think he should find a

better way to support his family. Then for three nights in a row, Chapman has the same dream,

and he follows it to find a fortune. For grades 2-4. 1993.

The Dreams of Mairhe Mehan RC 43472

by Jennifer Armstrong 

read by Kimberly Schraf

1 cassette

The tragic tale of an Irish immigrant family in Washington, D.C., during the Civil War. When

her beloved brother enlists in the Union Army, Mairhe schemes to purchase his release from

service. As the war takes its toll, Mairhe experiences an epiphany that changes her life. For

grades 6-9 and older readers. 1996.

Escape from Egypt RC 45792

by Sonia Levitin 

read by Terence Aselford

2 cassettes

The Biblical story of Exodus told through the eyes of Jesse, a Hebrew slave, and Jennat, an

Egyptian-Syrian slave. When Jennat joins the flight from Egypt, Jesse must decide whether to

follow his heart. The journey through the desert is described as both a physical and spiritual

quest, in which beliefs in God are strengthened. For junior and senior high readers. 1994.

Felicity Learns a Lesson: A School Story RC 43762

by Valerie Tripp 

read by Kimberly Schraf

1 cassette

Felicity, almost ten, is to begin lessons in being a polite colonial Williamsburg gentlewoman.

She will take classes with two girls who have just arrived from England. But when the colonists

decide to boycott English tea, Felicity has some choices to make. Sequel to Meet Felicity (RC

43761). For grades 2-4. 1991.

Felicity Saves the Day: A Summer Story RC 43765

by Valerie Tripp 

read by Kimberly Schraf

1 cassette

Felicity's colonial family is spending the summer at Grandfather's plantation on the York River.

When Grandfather gets some new horses, Felicity recognizes Penny, a colt she helped escape

from its mean owner. Then her father's apprentice, Ben, is hurt, and Penny helps save the day.

Sequel to Happy Birthday, Felicity! (RC 43764). For grades 2-4. 1992.

Felicity's Surprise: A Christmas Story RC 43763

by Valerie Tripp 

read by Kimberly Schraf

1 cassette

Just before Christmas in colonial Williamsburg, Felicity Merriman is surprised to receive an

invitation for a dance lesson at the governor's palace. The other girls will have new gowns, and

Felicity's mother decides to make her one. But then Mrs. Merriman becomes ill. Sequel to

Felicity Learns a Lesson (RC 43762). For grades 2-4. 1991.

Ghost Train RC 46049

by Paul Yee 

read by Laura Giannarelli

1 cassette

Although born with one arm in the nineteenth century, young Choon-yi becomes a remarkable

artist. One day her father, who left China to work on the railroads of North America, sends for

her to join him. When she arrives, Choon-yi learns her father has died, but in her dreams he

instructs her to complete a painting. For grades 2-4. 1996.

Gib Rides Home RC 46233

by Zilpha Keatley Snyder 

read by Bruce Huntey

1 cassette

Nebraska, 1909. When Gib Whittaker reappears at the orphanage, all the boys are shocked and

worried. An orphan has never returned before. Gib had been farmed out to a ranch where he

rediscovered his love and skill with horses as well as neighbors from his past. Returning was

hard on Gib. For grades 4-7. 1998.

Grandma Essie's Covered Wagon RC 44399

by David Williams 

read by June Carter

1 cassette

Grandma Essie remembers the time her father loaded up her family and their belongings in a

covered wagon and set out from Missouri for a better life out West. She recalls her experiences

as a little girm in Kansas, moving to an oil boom town in Oklahoma, and finally returning to

Missouri. For grades K-3. 1993.

Grandmother Bryant's Pocket RC 43719

by Jacqueline Briggs Martin 

read by Laura Giannarelli

1 cassette

In 1787 Maine, eight-year-old Sarah Bryant is having nightmares about her dog, which died in a

fire. Her parents send her to visit her grandmother, who cures people with herbs. Grandmother

Bryant lets Sarah wear her tie-on pocket filled with herbs, and it begins to help. For grades K-3.

1996.

Happy Birthday, Addy! A Springtime Story RC 43824

by Connie Porter 

read by Michele Schaeffer

1 cassette

Addy, Momma, and Poppa are now living as free people in a Philadelphia house, and it is like

being a family again--except that Sam and baby Esther are still missing. Addy makes friends

with the landlord's mother, M'dear, who encourages Addy to select a special day for her birthday.

Sequel to Addy's Surprise (RC 43823). For grades 2-4. 1994.

Happy Birthday Felicity! A Springtime Story RC 43764

by Valerie Tripp 

read by Kimberly Schraf

1 cassette

When Felicity's grandfather arrives in colonial Williamsburg for a visit, he brings her a birthday

surprise--her grandmother's guitar. Felicity promises not to take it out of the house, but is

overcome by her longing to have Miss Manderly tune the guitar and teach her to play it. Sequel

to Felicity's Surprise (RC 43763). For grades 2-4. 1992.

Happy Birthday, Kirsten! A Springtime Story RC 43754

by Janet Shaw 

read by Janis Gray

1 cassette

Young pioneer Kirsten, her extended family, and the local teacher take shelter in a root cellar

when a tornado threatens. While they are there, Miss Winston tells the cousins about her

friendship quilt. After the disaster passes, the girls begin their own quilting projects--and their

friends catch on! Sequel to Kirsten's Surprise (RC 43753). For grades 2-4. 1987.

Happy Birthday, Molly! A Springtime Story RC 43834

by Valerie Tripp 

read by Pam Ward

1 cassette

During World War II, Emily Bennett, an English girl Molly's age, has come to stay. Molly is

excited, but Emily is very quiet, and the girls have a hard time becoming friends. But they do,

just in time for Molly's birthday. Then they can't agree on how to celebrate. Sequel to Molly's

Surprise (RC 43833). For grades 2-4. 1989.

Happy Birthday, Samantha: A Springtime Story RC 43844

by Valerie Tripp 

read by Susan McInerney

1 cassette

Aunt Cornelia's twin sisters, Agnes and Agatha, have come to visit Samantha for her birthday.

They have wonderful ideas for celebrating, but some of them turn out not quite as hoped. So to

make the day even more special, they invite Samantha to spend some time in New York City

with them. Sequel to Samantha's Surprise (RC 43843). For grades 2-4. 1987.

Hiding Mr. McMulty RC 47174

by Berniece Rabe 

read by Erik Sandvold

2 cassettes

Rass is not yet twelve when he faces difficult choices. In a flash flood on his family's Missouri

farm, he chooses to save his father instead of the mulesful, Rass must consider the risk to himself

and his family if he helps an African American friend elude the hate group. Some violence. For

grades 5-8. 1997.

Hope RC 43059

by LouAnn Gaeddert 

read by Carole Jordan Stewart

1 cassette

In 1851, Hope and John Douglas, ages thirteen and nine, are taken in by the Shakers following

the death of their mother, as their father is in California mining gold. Life is very different, but

Hope realizes they are being treated kindly, and they must be thankful. But she still longs to hear

from her father. For grades 3-6. 1995.

I Gave Thomas Edison My Sandwich RC 40959

by Floyd C. Moore 

read by Marilyn Gleason

1 cassette

It's a very special day for Floyd when the train carrying William Taft, Henry Ford, and Thomas

Edison pulls into Iron City. Floyd's class goes to greet the important men, and he gets a great

spot in the crowd. He is so excited he can barely talk when Thomas Edison speaks to him! Floyd

gets a chance to do something nice for Edison, an incident that Floyd remembers for the rest of

his life. For grades 2-4. 1995.

I Thought My Soul Would Rise and Fly: The Diary of Patsy, a Freed Girl RC 45643

by Joyce Hansen 

read by Michele Schaeffer

1 cassette

Mars Bluff, South Carolina, 1865. As a joke, the plantation owner's niece gives Patsy a little

book in which to write her "beautiful thoughts." But to Patsy it is a wonderful gift, for she has

learned to read and write while tending the children of the house. Over the next year, Patsy

begins to share her knowledge with other slaves as they adjust to their freedom. For grades 4-7.

1997.

James Printer: A Novel of Rebellion RC 46830

by Paul Samuel Jacobs 

read by Bill Wallace

1 cassette

Massachusetts Bay Colony, 1675. Eleven-year-old Bartholomew Green works alongside James

Printer, a "praying Indian" in his father's printing business. As unrest between British colonists

and Native Americans erupts into King Philip's War, James is forced to choose sides and rejoins

his people. Both witness many atrocities before peace prevails. Some violence. For grades 5-8.

1997.

Jip: His Story RC 45131

by Katherine Paterson 

read by Kerry Cundiff

1 cassette

When he was a little boy in 1847, Jip tumbled off a wagon in Vermont. Now he lives on a farm

for poor people where he enjoys the animals. His gentle ways win him the friendship of a caged

lunatic, "Put"; his teacher; and her Quaker sweetheart. When Jip learns his mother was an

escaped slave, he must make some difficult decisions. Companion to Lyddie (RC 33521). For

grades 5-8. 1996.

Josefina Learns a Lesson: A School Story RC 45562

by Valerie Tripp 

read by Pam Ward

1 cassette

Ta Dolores has returned to help Josefina and her sisters learn how to do many of the things their

mother would have taught them. But one of Josefina's sisters is afraid that learning new things,

like reading and writing, will make them forget Mam. Sequel to Meet Josefina (RC 45561). For

grades 2-4. 1997.

Josefina's Surprise: A Christmas Story RC 45563

by Valerie Tripp

read by Pam Ward

1 cassette

Christmas is near and Josefina, her sisters, and their aunt are getting ready. It has been a year

since the girls lost their mother, and they hope this Christmas will be a little happier. But when

they take out the altar cloth their mother made, they find it has been ruined by the flood earlier in

the year. Sequel to Josefina Learns a Lesson (RC 45562). For grades 2-4. 1997.

A Journey to the New World: The Diary of Remember Patience Whipple RC 43743

by Kathryn Lasky 

read by Corrie James

1 cassette

On October 1, 1620, after sailing more than a thousand miles, "Mem" Whipple, twelve, begins

keeping a journal of her journey to America. She recounts daily problems aboard the Mayflower

and then continues her journal for another year after the colonists land in America. An epilogue

follows Mem's descendants up to 1850. For grades 4-7. 1996.

Keeping the Good Light RC 43061

by Katherine Kirkpatrick 

read by Carol Dines

1 cassette

Stepping Stones Lighthouse, Long Island Sound, 1903. Elizalongs for friends and adventure.

When tragedy strikes her family, Eliza's life begins to change and her maturity is tested. For

junior and senior high readers. 1995.

Kirsten Learns a Lesson: A School Story RC 43752

by Janet Shaw 

read by Janis Gray

1 cassette

It is Kirsten's first day of school in America. The pioneer girl is a little scared, but her cousin

Anna helps Kirsten learn her lessons. Kirsten must make an important decision when her new

friend, an Indian girl, asks Kirsten to go away with her. Sequel to Meet Kirsten (RC 43751). For

grades 2-4. 1986.

Kirsten Saves the Day: A Summer Story RC 43755

by Janet Shaw 

read by Janis Gray

1 cassette

When Kirsten and Peter's puppy gets stung by a bee, they discover the nearby hive full of honey.

Kirsten's pioneer family can use the honey to trade for goods. But her decision to harvest the

honey herself leads to trouble. Sequel to Happy Birthday, Kirsten! (RC 43754). For grades 2-4.

1988.

Kirsten's Surprise: A Christmas Story RC 43753

by Janet Shaw 

read by Janis Gray

1 cassette

Christmas is just a few weeks away, and Kirsten, a young pioneer girl, longs for Papa to get their

trunks from town so she can have her doll Sari. But there are many things to be done on the farm

before Papa can go. The day finally arrives, but the trip almost ends in tragedy. Sequel to Kirsten

Learns a Lesson (RC 43752). For grades 2-4. 1986.

 

Klara's New World RC 44388

by Jeanette Winter 

read by Susan McInerney

1 cassette

Klara and her parents live in Sweden, but her father is having a hard time with the rocky farm.

When friends write them of the rich land in America, Klara's family decides to move there. For

grades 2-4. 1992.

The Last Warrior RC 46572

by Suzanne Pierson Ellison 

read by Gary Tipton

1 cassette

When his Apache band surrenders to the army, fourteen-year-old Solito is placed in a Florida

school and adopted by a kindly Quaker couple. After killing an intruder in defense of his new

family, Solito returns to Arizona to discover his identity and clear his name. Violence. For junior

and senior high readers. 1997.

Lily's Crossing RC 45659

by Patricia Reilly Giff 

read by Laura Giannarelli

1 cassette

In the summer of 1944, Lily goes to Rockaway Beach, New York, with her grandmother. There

Lily meets Albert, a young Hungarian refugee orphan who fled from the Nazis. When Lily tells

lies to impress Albert, there are unexpected consequences. For grades 5-8. 1997.

Little Salt Lick and the Sun King RC 41550

by Jennifer Armstrong 

read by Laura Giannarelli

1 cassette

In the palace at Versailles, young Paul is the second assistant rotisserie turner in the department

of roasted meats. While Paul is working, his arms get so sweaty the palace dogs lick the salt off

them. Paul likes dogs, but he doesn't like being slobbered on or being called Salt Lick. When the

king returns from a journey, Paul gets an unexpected chance to change his life. For grades K-3.

1994.

Mary Mehan Awake RC 46350

by Jennifer Armstrong 

read by Kimberly Schraf

1 cassette

In this Civil War sequel to The Dreams of Mairhe Mehan (RC 43472), Mairhe has changed her

Irish name to the Americanized Mary. After nursing wounded soldiers for two years and

enduring the death of her brother, Mary suffers the aftereffects of stress. With the help of friends,

she moves to a quieter job on Lake Ontario, where she meets a war veteran who is deaf. For

grades 6-9. 1997.

Meet Addy: An American Girl RC 43821

by Connie Porter 

read by Michele Schaeffer

1 cassette

Nine-year-old Addy lives on a North Carolina plantation. In the summer of 1864, when her

father and brother are sold and taken away, Addy and her mother leave Addy's baby sister with

relatives and begin a dangerous trip to freedom, hoping eventually to reunite the family. Prequel

to Addy Learns a Lesson (RC 43822). For grades 2-4. 1993.

Meet Felicity: An American Girl RC 43761

by Valerie Tripp 

read by Kimberly Schraf

1 cassette

Felicity and her family live in 1774 Williamsburg, where her father runs a general store. Felicity

helps at home, but she would rather be working with her father. And when she discovers that old

Mr. Nye is mistreating his new horse, Felicity knows what she must do. Prequel to Felicity

Learns a Lesson (RC 43762). For grades 2-4. 1991.

Meet Josefina: An American Girl RC 45561

by Valerie Tripp 

read by Pam Ward

1 cassette

In 1824 nine-year-old Josefina lives with her father and three sisters on a rancho near Santa Fe,

New Mexico. The girls try hard to take care of things the way Mam did before she died the

previous year. When their grandfather comes for a visit, they are surprised by the guest he

brings--Ta Dolores, their mother's sister. Prequel to Josefina Learns a Lesson (RC 45562). For

grades 2-4. 1997.

Meet Kirsten: An American Girl RC 43751

by Janet Shaw 

read by Janis Gray

1 cassette

Kirsten, who is nine, comes to America aboard the Eagle from Sweden in 1854. She describes

her voyage, the time she got lost in New York City, and her trip to Minnesota to be with some

family members who arrived several years earlier. Prequel to Kirsten Learns a Lesson (RC

43752). For grades 2-4. 1986.

Meet Molly: An American Girl RC 43831

by Valerie Tripp 

read by Pam Ward

1 cassette

In 1944 Molly McIntire's father is a doctor serving in England. At home, her mother works for

the Red Cross, and Mrs. Gilford, the housekeeper, takes care of Molly, nine, and her siblings.

Halloween is coming soon, and Molly and her friends are planning their costumes. Prequel to

Molly Learns a Lesson (RC 43832). For grades 2-4. 1989.

Meet Samantha: An American Girl RC 43841

by Susan S. Adler 

read by Susan McInerney

1 cassette

Samantha, a nine-year-old orphan, is more interested in playing with her friend, Nellie, who

works next door, than in learning the values her wealthy grandmother thinks are proper in 1904.

When Grandmary's seamstress leaves suddenly, the girls take a midnight trip to find out why.

Prequel to Samanatha Learns a Lesson (RC 43842). For grades 2-4. 1986.

Midnight Is a Place RC 44630

by Joan Aiken 

read by Erik Sandvold

2 cassettes (Reissue)

In 1840s England, fourteen-year-old Lucas and his young friend Anne-Marie are forced to flee

when Midnight Court burns to the ground. They struggle to survive through tough times, and

they learn to depend on each other through many adventures. For grades 6-9. 1974.

Minty: A Story of Young Harriet Tubman RC 44518

by Alan Schroeder 

read by Robin Miles

1 cassette

In this fictional account of Tubman's childhood, young Harriet dreams of escape while working

as a slave on a Maryland plantation in the 1820s. Her father helps her prepare for her journey by

teaching her how to fish, hunt, swim, and read the signs of a tree and the stars in the night sky.

For grades K-3. 1996.

Molly Learns a Lesson: A School Story RC 43832

by Valerie Tripp 

read by Pam Ward

1 cassette

During World War II, Molly's third-grade class participates in the Lend-a-Hand Contest to help

the war effort. The boys decide to collect tinfoil, and the girls decide to knit socks, but none of

them can knit very well. At the last minute, Molly comes up with a new idea. Sequel to Meet

Molly (RC 43831). For grades 2-4. 1989.

Molly Saves the Day: A Summer Story RC 43835

by Valerie Tripp 

read by Pam Ward

1 cassette

Molly and her friends are having a great time at summer camp during World War II, but each girl

has a problem: Molly can't swim underwater, Susan can't paddle a canoe straight, and Linda is

afraid of wiggly bugs. As the camp's Color War begins, each girl must overcome her obstacle.

Sequel to Happy Birthday, Molly! (RC 43834). For grades 2-4. 1988.

Molly's Surprise: A Christmas Story RC 43833

by Valerie Tripp 

read by Pam Ward

1 cassette

Christmas 1944 approaches, but the McIntires are sad that their father will be in England. Molly,

however, is certain he will send a box of Christmas surprises. Then Molly finds a box buried in

the snow on the front steps marked "keep hidden until Christmas." Sequel to Molly Learns a

Lesson (RC 43832). For grades 2-4. 1989.

Mr. Lincoln's Drummer RC 43741

by G. Clifton Wisler 

read by Terence Aselford

1 cassette

Ten-year-old Willie Johnston is a drummer for the Union Army during the Civil War. Because of

the bravery he displays--particularly during a fierce battle at Savage's Station, Virginia, where he

is the only boy to keep his drum during retreat--Willie becomes the youngest person ever to

receive the Congressional Medal of Honor. Based on a true story. For grades 4-7. 1995.

My Home Is over Jordan RC 46301

by Sandra Forrester 

read by Robin Miles

1 cassette

In this sequel to Sound the Jubilee (RC 42885), Maddie Henry and her family travel inland from

the Civil War sanctuary of Roanoke Island searching for a homestead. They adopt an orphaned

little girl along the way and, later, learn of a sympathetic farmer willing to sell to them and to

stand against the prejudiced former slave owners. For grades 6-9. 1997.

Once on This Island RC 46581

by Gloria Whelan 

read by Margaret Strom

1 cassette

In 1812 the fort on Mackinac Island in the Great Lakes is captured by British soldiers who order

residents to take an oath of allegiance to England. Instead, Mary O'Shea's widowed father leaves

the island to join the American army, instructing twelve-year-old Mary and her brother and sister

to stay and take care of the farm. For grades 4-7. 1995.

Our House: The Stories of Levittown RC 44202

by Pam Conrad 

read by Madelyn Buzzard

1 cassette

Levittown is a suburban New York town built in 1947. Six fictional children from each

following decade until the 1990s describe experiences growing up there. In his brand-new house,

a boy puts his footprints in a new patio and then surprises his parents by falling through the

kitchen ceiling. For grades 3-6. 1995.

Out of the Dust RC 46712

by Karen Hesse 

read by Kimberly Schraf

1 cassette

Told in free verse, an account of two years in the life of Billie Jo Kelby, who at thirteen loses her

mother and new baby brother in a terrible accident for which she is partly to blame. Life in

Oklahoma in the mid-1930s is difficult, and Billie Jo can no longer play the piano--her one

solace in the past. She seeks a way to heal her father and herself. For grades 6-9. Newbery

Medal. 1997.

Papa Tells Chita a Story RC 45245

by Elizabeth Fitzgerald Howard 

read by Catherine Byers

1 cassette

In this sequel to Chita's Christmas Tree (RC 32775), Chita's father tells her one of her favorite

stories--his adventure in the Spanish-American War when he had to face snakes and alligators to

deliver an important message. For grades K-3. 1995.

A Picture of Freedom: The Diary of Clotee, a Slave Girl RC 45648

by Patricia C. McKissack 

read by Michele Schaeffer

1 cassette

Belmont Plantation, Virginia. In March 1859, twelve-year-old Clotee begins her "third learnin'

season." As a slave, Clotee is not allowed to learn to read and write, but she picks up knowledge

while fanning Master William and his mother during his lessons. Over the year, Clotee learns

many things, including the meaning of freedom. An epilogue covers the rest of Clotee's life until

her death in 1941. For grades 4-7. 1997.

Pink and Say RC 42870

by Patricia Polacco 

read by Michael Kramer

1 cassette

Say Curtis, a fifteen-year-old soldier who once shook hands with Abraham Lincoln, is injured

during the Civil War and is rescued by Pink Aylee, a slave. Their story is passed down to Rosa's

father by the man who, he says, "Touched the hand that touched the hand that touched the hand

that shook the hand of Abraham Lincoln." For grades K-3. 1994.

Purely Rosie Pearl RC 45580

by Patricia A. Cochrane 

read by Carole Jordan Stewart

1 cassette

In 1936, Rosie Pearl, twelve, and her family have been migrant workers since the Great

Depression forced them to sell the family farm. Her new friendship with Maggie, who at first

seems "too snooty to be a picker," helps Rosie Pearl through a summer of tough times. For

grades 5-8. 1996.

The Revenge of the Forty-Seven Samurai RC 43895

by Erik Christian Haugaard 

read by Robert Sams

2 cassettes

A legendary story of samurai justice, set in 1701 feudal Japan. Jiro, a servant boy, narrates a

chain of events that begins with the death of Lord Asano at the hands of a dishonorable rival.

Forty-seven of Asano's loyal samurai plan and execute a daring plot to avenge him. Violence.

For grades 6-9 and older readers. 1995.

The Rifle RC 42723

by Gary Paulsen 

read by Michael Kramer

1 cassette

In 1768 gunsmith Cornish McManus crafts a "sweet" rifle, the masterpiece of his life's work. The

story tracks the gun's ownership through more than two hundred years, including the

Revolutionary War period. In 1993 a new owner displays the weapon over his mantel, where it

accidentally discharges with tragic consequences. For junior and senior high and older readers.

1995.

The Robber and Me RC 46035

by Josef Holub 

read by Steven Carpenter

1 cassette

Boniface, an eleven-year-old orphan, arrives to live with his uncle in a German village in 1867.

His new friend Christian is the son of a reputed robber. Hoping to help Christian's father clear his

name, Boniface worries that he might anger his uncle into sending him to an orphanage. For

grades 5-8. Batchelder Award 1997.

Run Away Home RC 46088

by Patricia C. McKissack 

read by Kerry Cundiff

1 cassette

In 1888 captive Chief Geronimo and other Apaches are being transported through Alabama when

young Sky escapes the train. Ill with swamp fever, he accepts the help of Sarah Crossman and

her parents. He gets a chance to repay the favor when the Crossmans must fend off white

supremacists. For grades 4-7. 1997.

Samantha Learns a Lesson: A School Story RC 43842

by Susan S. Adler 

read by Susan McInerney

1 cassette

Samantha, a girl of the early 1900s, is delighted to learn that Grandmary has found a job for

Samantha's friend Nellie and her family at a nearby house. Best of all, Nellie and her sisters will

be going to school. But after her first day, Nellie vows never to go back. Then Samantha has an

idea to help. S1). For grades 2-4. 1986.

Samantha Saves the Day: A Summer Story RC 43845

by Valerie Tripp 

read by Susan McInerney

1 cassette

Samantha's family is spending the summer of 1905 at Grandmary's mountain home. While

Grandmary is entertaining her long-time English friend, Admiral Beemis, Samantha and her

cousins find lots to do. One day, after discovering Samantha's mother's old sketchbook, they

decide to take a trip to Teardrop Island--alone. Sequel to Happy Birthday, Samantha! (RC

43844). For grades 2-4. 1988.

Samantha's Surprise: A Christmas Story RC 43843

by Maxine Rose Schur 

read by Susan McInerney

1 cassette

Samantha is sure Christmas 1904 will be the best ever. She has been invited to a party and has a

new dress to wear. Then Grandmary tells her that Uncle Gard is bringing his girlfriend Cornelia

with him for the holidays, and Samantha is afraid her plans will be ruined. Sequel to Samantha

Learns a Lesson (RC 43842). For grades 2-4. 1986.

Sarny: A Life Remembered RC 45906

by Gary Paulsen 

read by Carole Jordan Stewart

1 cassette

In this sequel to Nightjohn (RC 38431), Sarny is freed by Union soldiers and leaves the

plantation to find her children. Discovering that they were sent to New Orleans to be sold, Sarny

journeys there. Finding employment, she reclaims her children and continues to teach people

how to read. For grades 6-9. 1997.

The Secret of Sarah Revere RC 40983

by Ann Rinaldi 

read by Graci Ragsdale

1 cassette

Many things happen at once in the life of Sarah, Paul Revere's thirteen-year-old daughter. Her

father keeps secrets about his revolutionary activities, but Sarah learns of them through gossip.

She is also troubled by Dr. Warren's attention to her stepmother and finds herself feeling jealous.

For junior and senior high readers. 1995.

The Secret of the Ruby Ring RC 40927

by Yvonne MacGrory 

read by Marilyn Gleason

2 cassettes

Lucy, an Irish girl, will be eleven on Sunday, and her grandmother has brought her a special

present--a star ruby ring that is handed down to the women in the family. According to legend,

the ring has magical powers, and Lucy learns she can make two wishes. When Lucy wishes for a

bigger house, she is transported back to 1885 and to a nearby castle where she becomes

nursemaid to two young children. For grades 4-7. 1991.

The Shadow Children RC 44976

by Steven Schnur 

read by Ray Hagen

1 cassette

A few years after World War II, an eleven-year-old boy, Etienne, spends the summer on his

grandfather's farm near Mont Brulant. Etienne has encounters with hungry school children hiding

in the woods with their teacher, Isaac. Only Etienne can see them. From his grandfather and the

housekeeper Etienne learns the tragic story about the children during the Nazi occupation. For

grades 4-7. 1994.

The Sky Is Falling RC 43485

by Kit Pearson 

read by Anne Flosnik

1 cassette

During World War II, ten-year-old Norah and her little brother, Gavin, are sent by their parents

from England to the safety of Canada. Norah is unhappy with this turn of events, but Gavin and

their foster mother take to each other right away. For grades 4-7. 1989.

So Far from Home: The Diary of Mary Driscoll, an Irish Mill Girl RC 46046

by Barry Denenberg 

read by Anne Flosnik

1 cassette

In 1847 many people are starving in Ireland following the Great Famine. But Mary Driscoll is

lucky because her Aunt Nora has sent her a ticket to America. In her diary, Mary describes her

two-month journey and writes about what it is like to work in a cloth mill in Lowell,

Massachusetts. An epilogue tells what happens to Mary and her friends. For grades 4-7. 1997.

SOS Titanic RC 43851

by Eve Bunting 

read by Terry Donnelly

1 cassette

Fifteen-year-old Barry O'Neill is sailing to America in a first-class cabin aboard the Titanic. Also

on board are his hometown archenemies the Flynns, but they are in steerage. Barry develops a

fondness for Pegeen Flynn, and as the Titanic begins to sink, he struggles to free the Flynns from

certain death. For grades 6-9. 1996.

Stones in Water RC 46143

by Donna Jo Napoli 

read by Jim Zeiger

1 cassette

Roberto, a gondolier's son in World War II Italy, tells how he and his Jewish friend Samuele

were captured and sent to forced-labor camps in Germany and the Ukraine. After Samuele is

killed, Roberto escapes from the camp but still faces many dangers. Finding a boat on the river

solves only part of his problem of survival. Violence. For grades 5-8. 1997.

The Sweetwater Run: The Story of Buffalo Bill Cody and the Pony Express RC 44975

by Andrew Glass 

read by Lindsay Ellison

1 cassette

Thirteen-year-old Will Cody joins the Pony Express with the hope of some time delivering mail

on horseback. Although hired as a stablehand, young Will unexpectedly gets the chance one cold

November day in 1860 to make a very important mail run. For grades K-3. 1996.

Touch Wood: A Girlhood in Occupied France RC 42958

by Renee Roth-Hano 

read by Margaret Strom

2 cassettes

The author recreates her girlhood experiences as a Jewish child in France during World War II.

Written as a diary, her story takes her from the summer of 1940 when the Nazi invasion forces

her family to flee, through a prolonged separation in which she and her sisters live in a home run

by Catholic nuns, through the confusion of the Allied invasion, to her family's reunion in Paris.

For grades 6-9. 1988.

Treasures in the Dust RC 46446

by Tracey Porter 

read by Gabriella Cavallero

1 cassette

Best friends Annie and Violet live on adjacent farms in Oklahoma during the Great Depression.

Each describes her family's hardships during the dust storms that sweep the area. Then Violet

writes letters to Annie when she leaves with her parents, who hope to find work in California in

order to keep up payments on their land. For grades 3-6. 1997.

The Tree That Would Not Die RC 45526

by Ellen Levine 

read by Ed Blake

1 cassette

Imagines what the now ancient and ailing "treaty tree" of Austin, Texas, might have seen and

heard during the four hundred years before someone tried to poison it in 1989. For grades K-3.

1995. 

Tusk and Stone RC 45695

by Malcolm Bosse 

read by Erik Sandvold

2 cassettes

Seventh-century India is a tumultuous place. Arjun, a boy approaching manhood, tells how his

caravan is attacked and he avoids death only to find himself sold into the army. He then develops

a special bond with Gandiva, the elephant he is trained to handle. As a soldier, Arjun gains fame,

but the glory does not last long. Some violence. For junior and senior high readers. 1995.

Under the Blood-Red Sun RC 44654

by Graham Salisbury 

read by Gary Tipton

2 cassettes

Tomi is a thirteen-year-old living in Honolulu in 1941. His parents and grandfather are Japanese

immigrants, and his best friend Billy is white, a haole. Much to Tomi's dismay, his grandfather

persists in calling himself Japanese and even flying Japan's flag. When the Japanese bomb Pearl

Harbor, soldiers accuse Tomi's family of being spies. Even Billy begins treating Tomi

differently. Some strong language and some violence. For grades 5-8. 1994.

Warrior Scarlet RC 43867

by Rosemary Sutcliff 

read by Tom Martin

2 cassettes (Reissue)

A tale set in England during the Bronze Age. A boy aspires to wear the warrior's scarlet, the sign

of manhood in his tribe. To do so, he must first slay a wolf. But with a withered spear arm, he

faces a formidable challenge. For junior and senior high readers. Violence. 1958.

When the Whippoorwill Calls RC 43930

by Candice F. Ransom 

read by Pam Ward

1 cassette

Polly and her parents live in the Blue Ridge Mountains during the 1920s and 1930s and look

after their landlord's cattle. Polly's father scoffs at talk that the government plans to turn their

mountain into a park, but soon they are told to move. Will a new house with electricity make up

for living on the dull flatlands? For grades K-3. 1995.

When Will This Cruel War Be Over? The Civil War Diary of Emma Simpson RC 44424

by Barry Denenberg 

read by Annie Wauters

1 cassette

Gordonsville, Virginia, 1864. A few days before Christmas, Emma Simpson watches as her

brother's body is returned home. Over the next year, Emma's diary tells how her family is

affected by the war, the death of her mother, and the taking over of their home by Yankee

soldiers. An epilogue follows the family up to the early 1900s. For grades 4-7. 1996.

White Lilacs RC 45542

by Carolyn Meyer 

read by Saidah Arrika Ekulona

1 cassette

Twelve-year-old Rosa Lee Jefferson of Dillon, Texas, loves the "Garden of Eden" her

grandfather has created with flowers around their home in the Freedomtown community. But in

1921, the white people of Dillon want to build a park in that part of town, and that means Rosa

Lee's family and their entire community will be forced to move. For grades 5-8. 1993.

Willow Wind Farm: Betsy's Story RC 46644

by Anne Pellowski 

read by Suzanne Toren

1 cassette

Betsy, seven years old, lives at Willow Wind Farm in Wisconsin with her eight sisters and one

brother. Even though there are a lot of chores, Betsy is happy to help her family and looks

forward to a huge reunion on her grandparents' farm. Companion to Winding Valley Farm:

Annie's Story (RC 46640). For grades 3-6. 1982.

Winding Valley Farm: Annie's Story RC 46640

by Anne Pellowski 

read by Suzanne Toren

1 cassette

In the continuing story of Polish families in America, six-year-old Annie loves living on a

Wisconsin farm with her large clan. Her only fear is that her father will sell out and move them

all to town where there is nothing to do. Companion to First Farm in the Valley: Anna's Story

(RC 24583). For grades 3-6. 1982.

The Winged Watchman RC 43107

by Hilda Van Stockum 

read by Margaret Strom

1 cassette

Two Dutch boys endure many hardships during the Nazi occupation of Holland in World War II,

but they also learn about sacrifice and heroism. Joris, ten, and his brother Dirk Jan, fourteen, take

great risks to help an Allied aviator escape in the final days of the war. First published in 1962.

For grades 4-7. 1995.

The Winter of Red Snow: The Revolutionary War Diary of Abigail Jane Stewart RC 44459

by Kristiana Gregory 

read by Annie Wauters

1 cassette

Abigail begins her diary on December 1, 1777, when her baby brother John is born. As winter

progresses, Abigail writes about her family and the soldiers, along with General George

Washington, who are camped at Valley Forge, and tells how together they survive the winter. An

epilogue follows Abigail's family up to 1825. For grades 4-7. 1996.

Braille

Addy Learns a Lesson: A School Story BR 10882

by Connie Porter 

1 volume

When Addy Walker and her mother arrive in Philadelphia to begin life as free people, Sarah

Moore and her mother meet them. The Moores help Mrs. Walker find a job, and Sarah takes

Addy to school. But will Addy snub Sarah in order to be friends with the rich girls? Sequel to

Meet Addy (BR 10881). For grades 2-4. 1993.

Addy Saves the Day: A Summer Story BR 10885

by Connie Porter 

1 volume

Addy, a former slave now living in post-Civil War Philadelphia, helps with a church fair to

benefit families separated by the war. The children plan to make spool puppets and put on a

show, but Harriet, Addy's desk partner, thinks that is silly. Then tragedy strikes, and the girls

must work together. Sequel to Happy Birthday, Addy! (BR 10884). For grades 2-4. 1994.

Addy's Surprise: A Christmas Story BR 10883

by Connie Porter 

1 volume

Their first Christmas as free people is approaching, and Addy Walker and her mother are busy

helping Mrs. Ford finish her holiday orders. The Walkers have been saving to buy a lamp, but

when a boatload of freedmen arrive, Addy and her mother decide to help them instead. Sequel to

Addy Learns a Lesson (BR 10882). For grades 2-4. 1993.

Broken Bridge BR 11275

by Lynne Reid Banks 

2 volumes

This sequel to One More River (BR 11265) focuses on Lesley's fourteen-year-old daughter, Nili.

Nili and her cousin Glen have just arrived from London when Glen is stabbed to death by an

Arab terrorist. Nili is spared by the terrorist's companion and becomes torn between loyalty to

her Jewish herit her life. For grades 6-9. 1994.

By the Shores of Silver Lake BR 11324

by Laura Ingalls Wilder 

2 volumes

The Ingalls family moves westward once more, this time to the Dakota territory, where Pa finds a

job in a railroad camp and the family takes up a homestead. Sequel to On the Banks of Plum

Creek (BR 11323). For grades 4-7 and older readers. 1939.

Changes for Addy: A Winter Story BR 10886

by Connie Porter 

1 volume

Addy hopes her family, separated by slavery and the Civil War, can be together for Christmas.

She is working extra hard so Poppa can make another trip to look for her aunt and uncle and

baby Esther. Addy also worries about her friend Sarah, who has dropped out of school. Sequel to

Addy Saves the Day (BR 10885). For grades 2-4. 1994.

Changes for Felicity: A Winter Story BR 10896

by Valerie Tripp 

1 volume

Felicity's favorite horse, Penny, is going to have a foal. But there is trouble in colonial

Williamsburg. The father of Felicity's friend Elizabeth is in jail for being a Loyalist, and Jiggy

Nye is there for debt. Grandfather helps them both, but the cold costs him his life. Sequel to

Felicity Saves the Day (BR 10895). For grades 2-4. 1992.

Changes for Kirsten: A Winter Story BR 10876

by Janet Shaw 

1 volume

Kirsten and Lars are out setting traps when they find a wounded baby raccoon. Kirsten takes it to

their frontier home to nurse, but the raccoon gets loose and causes a fire that destroys their house.

Later, good fortune comes to the Larsons when the children make a discovery in the woods.

Sequel to Kirsten Saves the Day (BR 10875). For grades 2-4. 1988.

Changes for Molly: A Winter Story BR 10936

by Valerie Tripp 

1 volume

Molly's dance class plans a big finale for the World War II veterans, and Molly hopes to play

Miss Victory. The McIntires have just heard that Dad should be home for the show, and Molly

hopes he will find her more grown up. But then she gets sick. Sequel to Molly Saves the Day

(BR 10935). For grades 2-4. 1988.

Changes for Samantha: A Winter Story BR 10946

by Valerie Tripp 

1 volume

Now that Grandmary has married an admiral, Samantha lives in New York City with her aunt

and uncle. Her friend Nellie promised to visit when she wrote Samantha that she and her sisters

were moving to the city. But when weeks go by with no sign of Nellie, Samantha sets out to find

her. Sequel to Samantha Saves the Day (BR 10945). For grades 2-4. 1988.

Felicity Saves the Day: A Summer Story BR 10895

by Valerie Tripp 

1 volume

Felicity's colonial family is spending the summer at Grandfather's plantation on the York River.

When Grandfather gets some new horses, Felicity recognizes Penny, a colt she helped escape

from its mean owner. Then her father's apprentice, Ben, is hurt, and Penny helps save the day.

Sequel to Happy Birthday, Felicity! (BR 10894). For grades 2-4. 1992.

Fire, Bed, and Bone BR 11845

by Henrietta Branford 

1 volume

In 1381 England, just after giving birth to puppies, a hunting dog watches in dismay as her kind

owner and his wife are arrested during the peasants' revolt. The loyal dog describes the passing

seasons as she keeps tabs on both her human family and her own offspring. For grades 5-8. 1998.

Happy Birthday, Addy! A Springtime Story BR 10884

by Connie Porter 

1 volume

Addy, Momma, and Poppa are now living as free people in a Philadelphia house, and it is like

being a family again--except that Sam and baby Esther are still missing. Addy makes friends

with the landlord's mother, M'dear, who encourages Addy to select a special day for her birthday.

Sequel to Addy's Surprise (BR 10883). For grades 2-4. 1994.

Happy Birthday, Felicity! A Springtime Story BR 10894

by Valerie Tripp 

1 volume

When Felicity's grandfather arrives in colonial Williamsburg for a visit, he brings her a birthday

surprise--her grandmother's guitar. Felicity promises not to take it out of the house, but is

overcome by her longing to have Miss Manderly tune the guitar and teach her to play it. Sequel

to Felicity's Surprise (BR 10893). For grades 2-4. 1992.

Happy Birthday, Kirsten! A Springtime Story BR 10874

by Janet Shaw 

1 volume

Young pioneer Kirsten, her extended family, and the local teacher take shelter in a root cellar

when a tornado threatens. While they are there, Miss Winston tells the cousins about her

friendship quilt. After the disaster passes, the girls begin their own quilting projects--and their

friends catch on! Sequel to Kirsten's Surprise (BR 10873). For grades 2-4. 1987.

Happy Birthday, Molly! A Springtime Story BR 10934

by Valerie Tripp 

1 volume

During World War II, Emily Bennett, an English girl Molly's age, has come to stay. Molly is

excited, but Emily is very quiet, and the girls have a hard time becoming friends. But they do,

just in time for Molly's birthday. Then they can't agree on how to celebrate. Sequel to Molly's

Surprise (BR 10933). For grades 2-4. 1989.

Happy Birthday, Samantha: A Springtime Story BR 10944

by Valerie Tripp 

1 volume

Aunt Cornelia's twin sisters, Agnes and Agatha, have come to visit Samantha for her birthday.

They have wonderful ideas for celebrating, but some of them turn out not quite as hoped. So to

make the day even more special, they invite Samantha to spend some time in New York City

with them. Sequel to Samantha's Surprise (BR 10943). For grades 2-4. 1987.

Hiding Mr. McMulty BR 11583

by Berniece Rabe 

2 volumes

Rass is not yet twelve when he faces difficult choices. In a flash flood on his family's Missouri

farm, he chooses to save his father instead of the mules. Since it is 1937 and the Ku Klux Klan is

powerful, Rass must consider the risk to himself and his family if he helps an African American

friend elude the hate group. Some violence. For grades 5-8. 1997.

Josefina Learns a Lesson: A School Story BR 11392

by Valerie Tripp 

1 volume

Tia Dolores has returned to help Josefina and her sisters learn how to do many of the things their

mother would have taught them. But one of Josefina's sisters is afraid that learning new things,

like reading and writing, will make them forget Mama. Sequel to Meet Josefina (BR 11391). For

grades 2-4. 1997.

Josefina's Surprise: A Christmas Story BR 11393

by Valerie Tripp 

1 volume

Christmas is near and Josefina, her sisters, and their aunt are getting ready. It has been a year

since the girls lost their mother, and they hope this Christmas will be a little happier. But when

they take out the altar cloth their mother made, they find it has been ruined by the flood earlier in

the year. Sequel to Josefina Learns a Lesson (BR 11392). For grades 2-4. 1997.

Kirsten Saves the Day: A Summer Story BR 10875

by Janet Shaw 

1 volume

When Kirsten and Peter's puppy gets stung by a bee, they discover the nearby hive full of honey.

Kirsten's pioneer family can use the honey to trade for goods. But her decision to harvest the

honey herself leads to trouble. Sequel to Happy Birthday, Kirsten! (BR 10874). For grades 2-4.

1988.

Kirsten's Surprise: A Christmas Story BR 10873

by Janet Shaw 

1 volume

Christmas is just a few weeks away, and Kirsten, a young pioneer girl, longs for Papa to get their

trunks from town so she can have her doll Sari. But there are many things to be done on the farm

before Papa can go. The day finally arrives, but the trip almost ends in tragedy. Sequel to Kirsten

Learns a Lesson (BR 10872). For grades 2-4. 1986.

Little House in the Big Woods BR 11322

by Laura Ingalls Wilder 

1 volume

A family experiences pioneer life in a little log house in Wisconsin in the 1870s. The Ingalls

family feels safe and secure despite blizzards, wolves, and the loneliness of the big woods.

Prequel to Little House on the Prairie (BR 10510). For grades 4-7 and older readers. 1932.

Little Town on the Prairie BR 11326

by Laura Ingalls Wilder 

2 volumes

In 1881 Mary, who is blind, is finally able to leave for college, and Laura gets a job in town

helping a seamstress. She also continues her schooling so she can receive her teaching certificate.

Sequel to The Long Winter (BR 11325). For grades 4-7. 1941.

The Long Winter BR 11325

by Laura Ingalls Wilder 

2 volumes

The Ingalls family moves from their stake on the Dakota prairie to their store in town to escape

the severe winter. One blizzard follows another until trains stop running and the community,

isolated for months, faces starvation. Sequel to By the Shores of Silver Lake (BR 11324). For

grades 4-7. 1940.

Meet Addy: An American Girl BR 10881

by Connie Porter 

1 volume

Nine-year-old Addy lives on a North Carolina plantation. In the summer of 1864, when her

father and brother are sold and taken away, Addy and her mother leave Addy's baby sister with

relatives and begin a dangerous trip to freedom, hoping eventually to reunite the family. Prequel

to Addy Learns a Lesson (BR 10882). For grades 2-4. 1993.

Meet Josefina: An American Girl BR 11391

by Valerie Tripp 

1 volume

In 1824 nine-year-old Josefina lives with her father and three sisters on a rancho near Santa Fe,

New Mexico. The girls try hard to take care of things the way Mama did before she died the

previous year. When their grandfather comes for a visit, they are surprised by the guest he

brings--Tia Dolores, their mother's sister. Prequel to Josefina Learns a Lesson (BR 11392). For

grades 2-4. 1997.

Meet Molly: An American Girl BR 10931

by Valerie Tripp 

1 volume

In 1944 Molly McIntire's father is a doctor serving in England. At home, her mother works for

the Red Cross, and Mrs. Gilford, the housekeeper, takes care of Molly, nine, and her siblings.

Halloween is soon, and Molly and her friends are planning their costumes. Prequel to Molly

Learns a Lesson (BR 10932). For grades 2-4. 1989.

Meet Samantha: An American Girl BR 10941

by Susan S. Adler 

1 volume

Samantha, a nine-yeaend, Nellie, who works next door, than in learning the values her wealthy

grandmother thinks are proper in 1904. When Grandmary's seamstress leaves suddenly, the girls

take a midnight trip to find out why. Prequel to Samanatha Learns a Lesson (BR 10942). For

grades 2-4. 1986.

Melitte BR 11839

by Fatima Shaik 

1 volume

Melitte is a young slave who lives with a couple she calls Monsieur and Madame on their failing

farm in Louisiana in the 1700s. Madame's cruelty makes Melitte long to run away, but when

Marie is born to the couple, Melitte falls in love with her. For grades 5-8. 1997.

Molly Learns a Lesson: A School Story BR 10932

by Valerie Tripp 

1 volume

During World War II, Molly's third-grade class participates in the Lend-a-Hand Contest to help

the war effort. The boys decide to collect tinfoil, and the girls decide to knit socks, but none of

them can knit very well. At the last minute, Molly comes up with a new idea. Sequel to Meet

Molly (BR 10931). For grades 2-4. 1989.

Molly Saves the Day: A Summer Story BR 10935

by Valerie Tripp 

1 volume

Molly and her friends are having a great time at summer camp during World War II, but each girl

has a problem: Molly can't swim underwater, Susan can't paddle a canoe straight, and Linda is

afraid of wiggly bugs. As the camp's Color War begins, each girl must overcome her own

obstacle. Sequel to Happy Birthday, Molly! (BR 10934). For grades 2-4. 1988.

Molly's Surprise: A Christmas Story BR 10933

by Valerie Tripp 

1 volume

Christmas 1944 approaches, but the McIntires are sad that their father will be in England. Molly,

however, is certain he will send a box of Christmas surprises. Then Molly finds a box buried in

the snow on the front steps marked "keep hidden until Christmas." Sequel to Molly Learns a

Lesson (BR 10932). For grades 2-4. 1989.

On the Banks of Plum Creek BR 11323

by Laura Ingalls Wilder 

2 volumes

The pioneering Ingalls family leaves the prairie for a farm and a primitive sod hut in Minnesota,

where they must battle a flood, a blizzard, and a devastating plague of grasshoppers. Sequel to

Little House on the Prairie (BR 10510). For grades 4-7 and older readers. 1937.

One More River BR 11265

by Lynne Reid Banks 

2 volumes

This account of fourteen-year-old Lesley Shelby is centered around the 1967 Six-Day War in

Israel. Shelby has grown up in Canada and is extremely resistant to change, but her parents feel

they must live in Israel in order to survive as Jews. Lesley slowly learns to adapt to life on a

kibbutz. Prequel to Broken Bridge (BR 11275). For grades 6-9. 1992.

The Ornament Tree BR 11448

by Jean Thesman 

2 volumes

Orphaned at fourteen, Bonnie Shaster goes to live with her mother's female relatives in Seattle in

1918. They welcome her, even though they, too, have fallen on hard times and are forced to take

in boarders--including a young man blinded in the Great War. An ornament tree, which grants

secret wishes, helps Bonnie settle into her unusual new home. For junior and senior high readers.

1996.

Out of the Dust BR 11956

by Karen Hesse 

1 volume

Told in free verse, an account of two years in the life of Billie Jo Kelby, who at thirteen loses her

mother and new baby brother in a terrible accident for which she is partly to blame. Life in

Oklahoma in the mid-1930s is difficult, and Billie Jo can no longer play the piano--her one

solace in the past. She seeks a way to heal her father and herself. For grades 6-9. Newbery

Medal. 1997.

Purely Rosie Pearl BR 11390

by Patricia A. Cochrane 

1 volume

In 1936, Rosie Pearl, twelve, and her family have been migrant workers since the Great

Depression forced them to sell the family farm. Her new friendship with Maggie, who at first

seems "too snooty to be a picker," helps Rosie Pearl through a summer of tough times. For

grades 5-8. 1996.

The Riddle of Penncroft Farm BR 11246

by Dorothea Jensen 

2 volumes

When Lars Olafson reluctantly moves with his parents to his great-aunt's farm in Pennsylvania,

the last thing he's interested in is his family's Revolutionary War history. But that quickly

changes when Lars is befriended by oddly dressed Geordie and realizes Geordie is the spirit of a

long-ago ancestor. For grades 5-8. 1989.

Riding Freedom BR 11830

by Pam Muoz Ryan 

1 volume

In the mid-1800s Charlotte lives in a New Hampshire orphanage, where her only joy is tending

the horses. When that is forbidden, Charlotte runs away, disguised as a boy. She continues to live

her life as Charley in order to work with horses and be on her own. For grades 4-7. 1998.

Rifles for Watie BR 10834

by Harold Keith 

3 volumes

A carefree boy learns the cruelty and savagery of war when he is sent as a Union scout to spy on

a Cherokee Indian regiment and find the source of their rifles. To his astonishment, he makes

good friends among the enemy and falls in love with a beautiful part-Cherokee girl. For grades

6-9. Newbery Medal. 1957.

Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry BR 11509

by Mildred D. Taylor 

2 volumes

A turbulent year in Mississippi during the Great Depression--a year of night riders, burnings, and

threats. Cassie Logan, a young black girl, tells the story of her family's struggle to survive with

its dignity and independence intact. For grades 6-9. Newbery Award 1976.

Samantha Learns a Lesson: A School Story BR 10942

by Susan S. Adler 

1 volume

Samantha, a girl of the early 1900s, is delighted to learn that Grandmary has found a job for

Samanrby house. Best of all, Nellie and her sisters will be going to school. But after her first day,

Nellie vows never to go back. Then Samantha has an idea to help. Sequel to Meet Samantha (BR

10941). For grades 2-4. 1986.

Samantha Saves the Day: A Summer Story BR 10945

by Valerie Tripp 

1 volume

Samantha's family is spending the summer of 1905 at Grandmary's mountain home. While

Grandmary is entertaining her long-time English friend, Admiral Beemis, Samantha and her

cousins find lots to do. One day, after discovering Samantha's mother's old sketchbook, they

decide to take a trip to Teardrop Island--alone. Sequel to Happy Birthday, Samantha! (BR

10944). For grades 2-4. 1988.

Samantha's Surprise: A Christmas Story BR 10943

by Maxine Rose Schur 

1 volume

Samantha is sure Christmas 1904 will be the best ever. She has been invited to a party and has a

new dress to wear. Then Grandmary tells her that Uncle Gard is bringing his girlfriend Cornelia

with him for the holidays, and Samantha is afraid her plans will be ruined. Sequel to Samantha

Learns a Lesson (BR 10942). For grades 2-4. 1986.

Sarah on Her Own BR 11793

by Karen M. Coombs 

2 volumes

Orphaned fourteen-year-old Sarah survives the 1620 trip from London to the New World, but her

aunt does not. Her aunt's fianc, who sent for them, has also died. Not wanting to marry, become

an indentured servant, or settle on the land she has been allotted, Sarah searches for a way home.

Violence. For junior and senior high readers. 1996.

These Happy Golden Years BR 11327

by Laura Ingalls Wilder 

2 volumes

Laura Ingalls and Almanzo Wilder, the town's most eligible bachelor, enjoy a delightful romance

while Laura teaches school. When her last term ends, they marry and look forward to a long and

happy life together. Sequel to Little Town on the Prairie (BR 11326). For grades 5-8 and older

readers. 1943.

True North: A Novel of the Underground Railroad BR 11892

by Kathryn Lasky 

2 volumes

Narrative alternating between Bostonian Lucy Bradford and Afrika, a Virginia slave, tells how

the lives of the two fourteen-year-olds were affected by the Underground Railroad. Lucy

recounts her family's preparation for a wedding and her special relationship with her grandfather,

while Afrika describes her difficult journey north. For junior and senior high readers. 1996.

Walks Alone BR 11775

by Brian Burks 

1 volume

Walks Alone, a young Apache girl, tells of her hopes to marry Little Hawk, if they both survive

the attacks on their tribe by U.S. soldiers. She describes observing the deaths of her family and

friends, being wounded, and finding food and shelter while fleeing. Some violence. For grades

6-9. 1998.

White Lilacs BR 11871

by Carolyn Meyer 

2 volumes

Twelve-year-old Rosa Lee Jefferson of Dillon, Texas, loves the "Garden of Eden" her

grandfather has created with flowers around their home in the Freedomtown community. But in

1921, the white people of Dillon want to build a park in that part of town, and that means Rosa

Lee's family and their entire community will be forced to move. For grades 5-8.

1993.

Holidays

Cassettes

The Christmas Miracle of Jonathan Toomey RC 44405

by Susan Wojciechowski 

read by Chuck Young

1 cassette

Wood-carver Jonathan Toomey is called Mr. Gloomy by the village children. Since the death of

his wife and baby, Toomey has been sad and grumpy. When widow McDowell moves to the

village with her young son, she requests a special Christmas favor from Toomey. For grades 2-4.

1995.

Christmas Spirit: Two Stories RC 42193

by Robert Westall 

read by Jennifer Mendenhall

1 cassette

Set in England, these two stories tell of Christmases long ago. In "The Christmas Ghost," a

young boy encounters a ghost in an elevator who warns him of impending danger in the factory

where his father works. In "The Christmas Cat," an old woman tells about a childhood Christmas

spent with her Uncle Simon, an Anglican priest, and his domineering housekeeper. For grades

3-6. 1992.

Daisy's Crazy Thanksgiving RC 43795

by Margery Cuyler 

read by Sharon Murray

1 cassette

Daisy uusually spends Thanksgiving helping out in her parents' restaurant. Wanting something

different this year, Daisy decides to have her holiday meal with her grandparents. Though her

mother warns Daisy to expect a zoo, Daisy is unprepared for the frolicksome encounter. For

grades 2-4. 1990.

Halloween Party RC 44217

by Linda Shute 

read by Madelyn Buzzard

1 cassette

A mother and son put the finishing touches on their Halloween costumes and head to the

neighborhood party where the decorations feature buckets of worms and bowls of slime and the

guests include monsters, wizards, and wombats. For grades K-3. 1994.

The Halloween Tree RC 44005

by Ray Bradbury 

read by June Carter

1 cassette (Reissue)

On Halloween night, eight boys arrange to meet their friend Pipkin at the haunted house outside

of town. Before the others reach him, though, Pipkin is grabbed by a dark Something. For grades

4-7. 1972.

Inside-Out Grandma RC 45540

by Joan Rothenberg 

read by Suzanne Toren

1 cassette

When Rosie asks her grandmother why she is wearing her clothes inside out, Grandma says it is

to remind herself to buy enough oil to fry potato latkes for Hanukkah. The answer confuses

Rosie, but it gives Grandma a chance to tell a story involving Rosie's father, Hanukkah gelt, a

dreidel, and a menorah. For grades K-3. 1995.

Jennifer, Hecate, Macbeth, William McKinley, and Me, Elizabeth RC 44792

by E.L. Konigsburg 

read by Carole Jordan Stewart

1 cassette (Reissue)

On Halloween night, Elizabeth, a lonely new student at William McKinley Elementary School,

meets Jennifer, who claims to be a master witch. The two girls become friends, practice chants

and spells, but have a falling out when Jennifer wants to put their pet toad in a potion. For grades

4-7. 1967.

Lassie: A Christmas Story RC 45539

by Earl Hamner and Don Sipes 

read by Christopher Hurt

1 cassette

On Christmas Eve, Timmy and his dog Lassie are arranging the Nativity scene while Timmy's

mother is out feeding the deer. When she does not return, Lassie goes to search for her. Lassie

faces many dangers before she finds Timmy's mother and reunites the family for Christmas. For

grades 3-6. 1997.

Lucy's Christmas RC 40911

by Donald Hall 

read by Arnie Warren

1 cassette

The leaves on the trees are beginning to turn red, and Lucy Wells knows it is time to start

planning for Christmas. Her parents order a Glenwood kitchen range from Sears Roebuck in

Chicago, and during the fall and winter Lucy makes presents for her family and friends to share

at the South Danbury Christian Church Christmas celebration. Companion to Lucy's Summer

(RC 40904). For grades K-3. 1994.

Lucy's Summer RC 40904

by Donald Hall 

read by Arnie Warren

1 cassette

School is out for the summer, and Lucy Wells's mother has decided to open a millinery shop in

the front parlor. Lucy and Caroline help her make the hats. They also help can the fruits and

vegetables for the coming winter. Just before school starts again, Lucy and her mother make a

trip to Boston, Massachusetts. Companion to Lucy's Christmas (RC 40911). For grades K-3.

1995.

The Miracle of the Potato Latkes: A Hanukkah Story RC 43729

by Malka Penn 

read by Laura Giannarelli

1 cassette

Every year when Hanukkah arrives, Tante Golda reaches into her barrel and takes out eight of

her best potatoes. She peels and grates them and makes a batch of golden, crispy latkes for her

guests. But this year when Tante Golda reaches into the barrel, all she finds is one tiny potato.

For grades K-3. 1994.

The Monster's Ring RC 43527

by Bruce Coville 

read by M.E. DePalma

1 cassette

As Halloween approaches, Russell wishes he could be Frankenstein and stand up to bully Eddie,

who keeps beating him up. Then Russell finds a spooky shop and buys a monster's ring. At

home, he's shocked to learn it works: Russell can turn himself into a monster! For grades 3-6.

1982.

The Oldest Elf RC 45274

by James Stevenson 

read by Bob Askey

1 cassette

Elwyn, Santa's oldest elf, makes toys the old-fashioned way--no batteries or video games for

him. Meanwhile Blitzen, the oldest reindeer, has been replaced by a younger doe and left in the

shed. On Christmas Eve, Elwyn drags his bag of toys to the stable to discover that Santa has left

without him. Blitzen happily assists Elwyn on his toy-delivery mission. Then they run into Santa.

For preschool to grade 2. 1996.

Red Ranger Came Calling: A Guaranteed True Christmas Story RC 43470

by Berkeley Breathed 

read by Ray Hagen

1 cassette

In 1939 a nine-year-old boy calls himself Red Ranger of Mars after a movie hero, Buck Tweed.

Red wants a Buck Tweed bicycle for Christmas but knows his aunt can't afford one. When he

discovers an ancient man who claims to be Santa Claus, Red (although a nonbeliever) asks him

for a bike. For grades 4-7. 1994.

The Snow Speaks RC 41554

by Nancy White Carlstrom 

read by Celeste Lawson

1 cassette

From the first snowfall of the season, the children listen to the snow speak. It squeaks and

crunches under their feet, blows in waves and spray, and tells of magic in the woods. And just

when the snow finally seems silent, it begins to whisper and then sing of Christmas. For

preschool-grade 2. 1992.

The Witness RC 43622

by Robert Westall 

read by Suzanne Toren

1 cassette

A cat considered to be a goddess in Egypt is stolen and taken to Judea, where she escapes. Cold

and pregnant, the cat finds refuge in a stable. There she meets Joseph and Mary, who is about to

give birth to Jesus. For grades K-3. 1986.

Young Claus: Legend of the Boy Who Became Santa RC 43785

by J. Michael Sims 

read by Gary Tipton

1 cassette

Young Claus was left at the orphanage as a small child. Although he is usually good, he tends to

get into mischief once in a while. One day as the children are out gathering nuts and berries,

Claus lags behind and suddenly he finds himself alone in a blizzard and off on a fantastic

journey. For grades 2-4 and older readers. 1996.

Braille

An Angel Just like Me BR 11029

by Mary Hoffman 

1 volume

The family's angel ornament for the Christmas tree is broken when it is unwrapped. Tyler asks

his mother if any angels look like him, a boy with brown skin. His mother doesn't know, so Tyler

spends his afternoons shopping unsuccessfully for one. On Christmas morning, a special present

comes for Tyler--a carved angel that looks just like him. PRINT/BRAILLE. For preschool-grade

2. 1997.

Aunt Eater's Mystery Christmas BR 11328

by Doug Cushman 

1 volume

Aunt Eater, an anteater, is getting ready for a visit from her sister, Eliza. She has just finished her

Christmas shopping when she spots an ad for a new mystery book by her favorite author. But

before Aunt Eater can get a copy, she has to solve several mysteries of her own. For grades K-3.

1995.

The Halloween Tree BR 10971

by Ray Bradbury

1 volume

On Halloween, eight boys arrange to meet their friend Pipkin at the haunted house outside of

town. Before the others reach him, though, Pipkin is grabbed by a dark Something. For grades

4-7. 1972.

How the Grinch Stole Christmas BR 12020

by Dr. Seuss 

1 volume

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.

The Polar Express BR 12001

by Chris Van Allsburg 

1 volume

On a dark Christmas Eve, a boy boards a mysterious train, the Polar Express, hoping to visit

Santa Claus. He and the other children, still in their nightclothes, drink hot chocolate and sing

carols as the train races through snowy landscapes toward a huge city at the North Pole.

PRINT/BRAILLE. For grades K-3 and older readers. Caldecott Medal. 1985.

Silver Packages: An Appalachian Christmas Story BR 11030

by Cynthia Rylant 

1 volume

A wealthy man, once nursed back to health in Appalachia, now brings a Christmas train through

the mountains each year and tosses silver packages to the children. One boy wishes in vain for a

doctor's kit but, years later, realizes he received the gifts he needed most. PRINT/BRAILLE. For

grades K-3. 1987.

Humor

Cassettes

Alexander, Who Used to Be Rich Last Sunday RC 44823

by Judith Viorst 

read by Bob Askey

1 cassette (Reissue)

Alexander doesn't think it is fair that his brother Anthony still has money. He doesn't think it is

fair that Nicholas does, too. Alexander had some money, but now all he has is...bus tokens.

Grandpa and Grandma came to visit last Sunday and gave them all a dollar, but that was last

Sunday! For grades K-3. 1978.

The Enormous Crocodile RC 43544

by Roald Dahl 

read by Earle Hyman

1 cassette (Reissue)

An enormous crocodile who devises clever tricks to trap a nice, juicy child for lunch gets exactly

what he deserves. A snappy jungle tale for grades K-3. 1978.

The Great Turkey Walk RC 46614

by Kathleen Karr 

read by Gary Telles

1 cassette

Missouri, 1860. Simon, fifteen, has just finished the third grade for the fourth time, and his

teacher thinks he should try something new. When Simon ends up at his neighbor's turkey farm

and learns that turkeys are more valuable in Colorado, he decides to drive a flock to

Denver--eight hundred miles away. If he makes it, he just might be a rich man. For grades 4-7.

1998.

Harris and Me: A Summer Remembered RC 45249

by Gary Paulsen 

read by Michael Kramer

1 cassette

In the 1950s, two boys on a farm find all kinds of trouble and adventure. Told by one boy, whose

parents are drunk a lot, the story begins when he goes to stay with his cousin Harris's family. The

first day, he gets kicked in the groin and head by a demonic cow, battles a manic rooster,

wrestles a pig in manure, rides monstrous horses, loses a bout with a lynx, and eats around

twenty meals. Some strong language. For grades 6-9. 1993.

It's Not My Turn to Look for Grandma! RC 44535

by April Halprin Wayland 

read by Madelyn Buzzard

1 cassette

One morning Ma asks Woolie to fetch Grandma, but it's "not his turn." Throughout the day, his

sister and brothers each go for Grandma, who is too busy with her ducks and her dirty old dog.

Finally, as the shadows eat up the day, Woolie's turn comes, and so does Grandma. For

preschool-grade 2. 1995.

Lights Out! RC 47014

by John Himmelman 

read by Bob Kuhn

1 cassette

Six Camp Badger scouts prepare to go to sleep in their cabin, but each time the counselor turns

out the lights, the boys imagine horrible things are about to happen. For grades K-3. 1995.

Me and My Little Brain RC 46284

by John D. Fitzgerald 

read by L.J. Ganser

1 cassette

J.D. wants to be as crafty as his older brother Tom, who is known as "The Great Brain."

Although J.D.'s money-making 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.

The Old Man Who Loved Cheese RC 44083

by Garrison Keillor 

read by Jack Fox

1 cassette

Some men love money or fame, but Wallace P. Flynn chooses cheese. Unfortunately he likes the

smelliest kinds of cheese, which are so offensive his family leaves him. When the cheese police

finally arrest Mr. Flynn, he must choose between his cheese and freedom. For grades 2-4. 1996.

Orp and the Chop Suey Burgers RC 45368

by Suzy Kline 

read by Rick Rohan

1 cassette

Seventh-grader Orville Rudemeyer Pygensk anywhere. Then one day he reads about a cooking

contest offering a trip to Disney World, and he knows there is some Fu Chow soy sauce in the

cupboard, so he decides to enter. His creation, chop suey burgers, wins him a trip to the regional

finals. For grades 4-7. 1990.

Seven Spiders Spinning RC 43314

by Gregory Maguire 

read by Susan McInerney

1 cassette

Seven baby spiders from the Ice Age make their way to a rural, twentieth-century Vermont

classroom. As they find themselves in deadly predicaments, the spiders plot revenge on the hated

humans. Finally one bites the beloved Miss Earth, and the schoolchildren must band together to

save her. For grades 3-6. 1994.

Velcome RC 46415

by Kevin O'Malley 

read by Gary Telles

1 cassette

Collection of creepy and terrifying stories that also have humorous endings. A young boy is

followed home by a coffin, and a young girl home alone keeps getting phone calls from the

Viper, who says he is coming up to her apartment.  For grades K-3. 1997.

Braille

Burnt Toast on Davenport Street BR 11039

by Tim Egan 

1 volume

Arthur Crandall, a dog, is always burning the toast, but somehow his wife, Stella, has come to

like the smell. One morning a fly enters the house and offers Arthur three wishes if he'll just let

the fly live. Arthur's wishes are granted, but he and Stella soon long to be back home.

PRINT/BRAILLE. For grades K-3. 1997.

George's Marvelous Medicine BR 10915

by Roald Dahl 

1 volume

George doesn't have any brothers or sisters. He lives on a farm miles away from everything, so

there are never any kids to play with. He is tired of staring at cows and sheep and pigs and hens.

And he is especially tired of living with his mean, old grizzly grunion of a grandma, who is

always complaining and bossing him around. So one day, he substitutes for her medicine a

fantastic bubbling brew he makes himself. For grades 2-4 and older readers. 1981.

Otherwise Known as Sheila the Great BR 11472

by Judy Blume 

1 volume

Although Sheila pretends to be knowledgeable, witty, and afraid of nothing, she secretly fears

dogs, spiders, pools, thunder, ghosts, and the dark. A summer away from home brings out all her

fears. For grades 4-7. 1972.

Velcome BR 12005

by Kevin O'Malley 

1 volume

Collection of creepy and terrifying stories that also have humorous endings. A young boy is

followed home by a coffin, and a young girl home alone keeps getting phone calls from the

Viper, who says he is coming up to her apartment.  PRINT/BRAILLE.  For grades K-3. 1997.

Mystery

Cassettes

Angel's Gate RC 45508

by Gary Crew 

read by John Lescault

2 cassettes

As the artistic younger brother, Kimmy wants to measure up to the expectations of his

high-spirited teenage sister, Julia. When a gold digger is murdered in the Australian hills, his two

"wild" children hide. Kimmy defends the children in life-threatening circumstances, proving

himself resourceful and brave. Australian National Children's Book Award. For grades 5-8. 1993.

Bicycle Mystery RC 43505

by Gertrude Chandler Warner 

read by Michael Pinney

1 cassette

As the Alden children plan a bicycle trip, Benny wonders what kind of adventure they will have

along the way. On the first day of their trip, they get caught in a bad rainstorm and take shelter in

an abandoned house. Before long a cute little dog is whining at the window. For grades 4-7.

1970.

 

The Case of the Absent Author RC 43620

by E.W. Hildick 

read by L.J. Ganser

1 cassette

Bill Smith, aka Bill Legrand the author, is missing. His agent, Sheldon Byrne, has asked the

McGurk Organization to investigate. McGurk and his officers appeared in Legrand's last book,

and it seems Legrand left clues to his whereabouts that he knew McGurk could figure out. For

grades 3-6. 1995.

The Case of the Goblin Pearls: Chinatown Mystery, Volume 1 RC 46951

by Laurence Yep 

read by Faith Potts

1 cassette

Someone steals a priceless string of pearls during the New Year's parade in Chinatown. Auntie

Tiger Lil, followed by her niece Lily in a large cylindrical costume, hotly pursues the thief. What

they learn about the pearls' origins causes Tiger Lil to make her own decision about honesty and

justice. For grades 5-8. 1997.

The Cheater RC 44512

by R.L. Stine 

read by Nona Pipes

1 cassette

Judge Phillips is not happy with his daughter Carter's scores on her math achievement test, so she

is going to retake it. But she knows she's not capable of getting a high enough score for

Princeton. When a classmate offers to take the test for Carter, she is relieved. Then the blackmail

begins. For grades 6-9. 1993.

Cousins in the Castle RC 45415

by Barbara Brooks Wallace 

read by Vanessa Maroney

1 cassette

Eleven-year-old Amelia Fairwick, an orphan in Victorian London, is being escorted to America

by her Cousin Charlotte to live with Cousin Basil. When they arrive in America, stern Charlotte

leaves Amelia alone on the docks for a few minutes while she checks on their baggage. Soon

thereafter Amelia finds herself locked in a shabby room, alone and unaware of her fate. For

grades 4-7. 1996.

The Deserted Library Mystery RC 43507

by Gertrude Chandler Warner 

read by Michael Pinney

1 cassette

Grandfather Alden wants the old Rock Falls library to become a landmark instead of being

leveled. So the Alden children head to the village to clean the building. When they enter the

library, they discover that they are not alone. For grades 4-7. 1991.

Disappearing Acts: A Herculeah Jones Mystery RC 46723

by Betsy Byars 

read by Martha Harmon Pardee

1 cassette

During his comedy class, amateur detective Herculeah Jones's friend Meat finds a body in the

restroom but then it vanishes. While Meat tries to solve the mystery, Herculeah discovers some

startling photos from Meat's past and must decide if she should show him. For grades 5-8. 1998.

For Mike RC 46962

by Shelley Sykes 

read by Gary Telles

1 cassette

Jeff's best friend Mike has been missing for almost three weeks when Jeff begins to have a

disturbing dream. A disheveled Mike tells Jeff to get another friend, Kirby, and come find him.

Afraid to tell even Kirby, Jeff tries to decide what it means. For junior and senior high readers.

1998.

The Haunted Cabin Mystery RC 43504

by Gertrude Chandler Warner 

read by Michael Pinney

1 cassette

The Alden children are headed for a trip up the Mississippi River on a paddle-wheel boat and a

visit with their grandfather's friend, Cap Lambert. Then they learn that Cap has hurt his ankle and

doesn't want visitors. As is their way, the Alden children head for his cabin anyway with plans to

help Cap. For grades 4-7. 1991.

Hester Bidgood: Investigatrix of Evill Deedes RC 45022

by E.W. Hildick 

read by Catherine Byers

1 cassette

The residents of Willow Bend, just south of Salem, are leaving the meetinghouse when they

discover Goody Willson's kitten half dead and branded with a cross. Most villagers immediately

accuse Goody of being a witch. But young Hester Bidgood and Rob MacGregor know Goody as

a kind old lady and set out to find her enemy. For grades 3-6. 1994.

How I Learned to Fly RC 45201

by R.L. Stine 

read by Terence Aselford

1 cassette

Jack Johnson and his friend Wilson seem to spend a lot of time involved in a contest. No matter

what Jack does, Wilson seems to do the same thing better. So when Jack finds a book about

humans flying, he figures this is one thing Wilson won't be able to do better--or will he? For

grades 4-7. 1997.

The Kidnappers RC 47141

by Willo Davis Roberts 

read by Erik Sandvold

1 cassette

Joey accidentally bloodies Willie's nose in p.e. class, and now Willie wants to get even. When

the two boys wait for their limousine drivers after school, Joey stays out of sight. As he watches,

he sees a man force Willie into a car. Unfortunately nobody, including the police, believes Joey.

For grades 4-7. 1998.

Marvelous Marvin and the Wolfman Mystery RC 44811

by Bonnie Pryor 

read by Erik Sandvold

1 cassette

Shortly after Marvin Fremont decides he wants to catch criminals for a living, he hears two men

in the grocery store parking lot plotting a murder. One of the men is the Fremonts' new neighbor,

Mr. Wolfe, whom Marvin has reason to believe is a werewolf. For grades 3-6. 1994.

A Message from the Match Girl: Investigators of the Unknown, Book 3 RC 45841

by Janet Taylor Lisle 

read by Nona Pipes

1 cassette

Walter Kew doesn't know who his mother is, but he believes he is hearing her voice. It calls him

to the statue of the Little Match Girl in a nearby park. Walter's friends, Georgina and Poco, are

worried about him and try to help him interpret the mysterious appearance of several items near

the statue. Sequel to Looking for Juliette (RC 38849). For grades 3-6. 1995.

Monster of the Year RC 44974

by Bruce Coville 

read by Susan Nardone

1 cassette

Mike McGraw's mother owns a billboard advertising company. One summer when Mike and his

best friend, Kevver, are bored, she allows them to work for her. When they come up with an idea

for using an empty billboard to advertise a "Monster of the Year" contest, they are completely

shocked by the results. For grades 4-7. 1989.

Mountain Top Mystery RC 43509

by Gertrude Chandler Warner 

read by Michael Pinney

1 cassette

The Alden children and their grandfather go for a day climb up Old Flat Top mountain. When a

rock falls and cuts off their only way down, the family discovers the opening to a cave. After the

Aldens are rescued, they help an elderly Indian woman retrieve a hidden treasure. For grades 3-6.

1964.

Mystery behind the Wall RC 43511

by Gertrude Chandler Warner 

read by Michael Pinney

1 cassette

Benny is bored only one week into his summer vacation. Grandfather Alden's housekeeper, Mrs.

McGregor, comes up with a wonderful plan to invite a Canadian boy, Rory, to visit for the

summer. While devising a way to pass messages between their rooms, the boys discover a clue to

a long-missing coin collection. For grades 3-6. 1973.

Mystery in the Sand RC 43510

by Gertrude Chandler Warner 

read by Michael Pinney

1 cassette

While their aunt and uncle travel to Africa, the four Alden children get to stay in the couple's

mobile home on the beach. After befriending an elderly man with a metal detector, Benny finds a

locket in the sand. It seems to belong to someone in the large mysterious house in town, but the

reclusive woman living there won't speak with the children. For grades 3-6. 1971.

Mystery of the Desert Giant RC 46090

by Franklin W. Dixon 

read by David Palmer

1 cassette

Joe and Frank Hardy help their father in a missing-person investigation that leads to the

discovery of a gang of counterfeiters. A Hardy Boys mystery for grades 4-7. 1961.

The Mystery of the Hidden Painting RC 43866

by Gertrude Chandler Warner 

read by Michael Pinney

1 cassette

Rummaging in the attic, the Alden children find a portrait of their grandmother wearing a

beautiful necklace. Grandfather explains that Grandmother put the portrait away after the

necklace was stolen. A few days later, the children are shocked to see a newspaper photo of a

woman wearing the necklace. They set out to find out how she got it. For grades 3-6. 1992.

Mystery Ranch RC 43512

by Gertrude Chandler Warner 

read by Michael Pinney

1 cassette

Grandfather Alden has a sister who hasn't spoken to him in years. Now she wants his

grandchildren to come visit her ranch. The four Alden children have such a good effect on their

grumpy great-aunt that she decides to give them her ranch. But first there is a mystery to solve.

For grades 3-6. 1958.

Nasty, Stinky Sneakers RC 46059

by Eve Bunting 

read by Gregory Gorton

1 cassette

The Slam Dunkers sneakers company is having a contest, and the person with the stinkiest

sneakers will win three pairs of its popular brand. Ten-year-old Colin knows he has a great

chance of winning. After careful handling, his sneakers are so foul his mother makes him leave

them in the hall outside their apartment. Then, the day before the contest, someone steals Colin's

shoes! For grades 4-7. 1994.

Nate the Great and the Tardy Tortoise RC 44115

by Marjorie Weinman Sharmat and Craig Sharmat 

read by John Stratton

2 cassettes

Boy detective Nate the Great discovers a tortoise in his backyard. Realizing the flower-eating,

slow-moving pet must be lost, Nate sets out to find its owner. For grades K-3. 1995.

Nick's Mission RC 43812

by Claire Blatchford 

read by Gary Tipton

1 cassette

Nick is thrilled the first day school is out and can't wait to swim in the lake. But his mother wants

him to have therapy every day because his speech is deteriorating as a result of his deafness.

Stubbornly deciding not to talk at all, Nick soon finds he must communicate clearly to help solve

a dangerous mystery at the lake. For grades 4-7. 1995.

Orp and the FBI RC 44431

by Suzy Kline 

read by Rick Rohan

1 cassette

Orville and his friend Derrick call themselves the Famous Bathtub Investigators because that's

where Orville thinks up mysteries to solve. But this time his sister comes up with the most

intriguing puzzles: finding out who wrote the letter that made their mother cry and who the

shadowy figure is in their neighbors' empty house. For grades 3-6. 1995.

Phantom Victory RC 44162

by Pamela F. Service 

read by Pam Ward

1 cassette

Terri Graff and her family are natives on South Bass Island, and Terri is working in the

archaeological dig at the site of the old Victory Hotel that burned in 1919. Brian Cornwell,

descendant of regular summer vacationers, has come to the island with his family. When Brian

discovers an old diary containing clues to a hidden emerald-and-diamond necklace, he and Terri

combine forces to hunt for it. For grades 5-8. 1994.

Schoolhouse Mystery RC 43506

by Gertrude Chandler Warner 

read by Michael Pinney

1 cassette

The Aldens are planning their summer vacation when Benny's friend Max comments that the

Aldens always have an adventure on their trips. But Max doesn't think the Aldens will find

anything exciting in the tiny fishing village his father visits on the northern coast. But of course

the Aldens do. For grades 3-6. 1965.

Snowbound Mystery RC 44112

by Gertrude Chandler Warner 

read by Michael Pinney

1 cassette

When the Alden children get a week off from school, they decide to spend it in a cabin even

though it is winter. Their only neighbors, a family that owns a small store, have obviously been

searching for something in the cabin. It takes a snowstorm for the Aldens to help them find it.

For grades 4-7. 1968.

Tarot Says Beware RC 45316

by Betsy Byars 

read by Martha Harmon Pardee

1 cassette

Tarot is a parrot who belongs to Madame Rosa, a palm reader. When Herculeah Jones sees Tarot

outside the house with the front door open, she knows something is wrong. She finds Madame

Rosa's body under a table and is determined to find her friend's murderer. For grades 3-6. 1995.

The Treasure of Bessledorf Hill RC 46716

by Phyllis Reynolds Naylor 

read by Pam Ward

1 cassette

When a resident of the Bessledorf Hotel in Middleburg, Indiana, reports seeing a pale yellow

light bobbing around on the hill, hotel manager Magruder has his family investigate. On his son

Bernie's watch, the boy and his friends track the light and soon find deep holes throughout the

area. Perhaps the legend of buried treasures is true. For grades 4-7. 1997.

Tree House Mystery RC 43852

by Gertrude Chandler Warner 

read by Michael Pinney

1 cassette

A family with two boys moves in next door, and the Alden children are excited until they realize

that the new neighbors never play. But when the Aldens help the brothers build a tree house and

find a mystery to solve, the quiet boys turn into wonderful friends. For grades 3-6. 1969.

Twisted Summer RC 44211

by Willo Davis Roberts 

read by Carole Jordan Stewart

1 cassette

At almost fifteen, Cici is thrilled to be returning to her family's summer home at the lake. After a

two-year absence, she hopes she is now old enough for Jack to think of her as a girlfriend. But

Jack has other things to worry about--his older brother is in prison for a murder he didn't commit.

For grades 6-9. 1996.

Vampire Breath RC 45187

by R.L. Stine 

read by Terence Aselford

1 cassette

One night after laugh about how much they scared a little boy with their werewolf story. Then it

becomes their turn to be frightened when they discover a hidden door in Freddy's basement

opening on a long dark tunnel and, at the end of the tunnel, a room with a coffin inside. For

grades 4-7. 1996.

What's a Daring Detective like Me Doing in the Doghouse? RC 46809

by Linda Bailey 

read by Kristin Allison

1 cassette

Stevie Diamond and her friend Jesse Kulniki find a stray dog, dirty and covered with burrs. The

dog looks even worse after their inexpert grooming. Then they realize the stray is the president's

dog, kidnapped by "the prankster," a practical joker. It is imperative that Stevie and Jesse track

down the prankster before the wrong person is blamed for taking the dog. For grades 4-7. 1997.

The Winner's Circle: Golden Filly Series, Book 10 RC 45825

by Lauraine Snelling 

read by Robin Miles

1 cassette

Seventeen-year-old prize-winning jockey Trish Evanston must heal her own injuries and those of

her horse, Firefly, after an accident at the track. But her recovery and her plans to concentrate on

her final year at high school are overshadowed by a stalker's repeated threats. For grades 6-9.

1995.

The Woodshed Mystery RC 43508

by Gertrude Chandler Warner 

read by Michael Pinney

1 cassette

School is almost over, and the Aldens are thinking about their summer plans. Then Aunt Jane

calls saying she wants to move back East and asking Grandfather Alden to buy her a farm.

Fortunately the farm Grandfather and Aunt Jane grew up on is for sale. But a mystery surrounds

it, and no one seems to stay there for very long. For grades 3-6. 1962.

 

Braille

Aunt Eater's Mystery Vacation BR 11301

by Doug Cushman 

1 volume

Aunt Eater loves to read detective stories, and she plans to read a lot of them while on vacation at

the Hotel Bathwater. But instead of reading, Aunt Eater finds herself solving several mysteries.

For grades K-3. 1992.

The Terrorist BR 11588

by Caroline B. Cooney 

1 volume

The Williams family has moved to London for a year. Unlike the rest of the students, naive,

sixteen-year-old Laura does not know or care about current events or different cultures. But when

her eleven-year-old brother, Billy, innocently accepts a package from a stranger on the subway

and it explodes, Laura becomes obsessed with finding the terrorist who killed him. Some

violence. For grades 6-9. 1997.

The Unprotected Witness BR 11584

by James Stevenson 

1 volume

Even though Pete's father was in the federal witness protection program, he was killed, and there

is still the matter of missing money. The gangsters who want the money figure Pete knows where

it is hidden. When Pete finds the telephone bugged, he realizes that he is an unprotected witness

who needs friends more than ever. Sequel to The Bones in the Cliff (BR 10483). For grades 4-7.

1997.

Zoe's Gift BR 11213

by Sheila Hayes 

1 volume

New Yorker Cory Gales's archaeologist parents insist she tag along on a trip to England. She is

to stay with an old mentor's granddaughter, Zoe, while the adults go on a dig. At first Zoe is less

than friendly, but Cory soon realizes that her new acquaintance is just trying to hide some pretty

incredible powers. For grades 4-7. 1994.

Scary Stories

Cassettes

The Bell, the Book, and the Spellbinder RC 45976

by Brad Strickland 

read by Erik Sandvold

1 cassette

When thirteen-year-old Fergie finds a strange book in the library, it changes his life. The book

grants the reader's wishes, but at a high price. Later, Johnny Dixon notices how withdrawn his

friend Fergie is and realizes he must be under a supernatural spell. Johnny needs all of Professor

Childermass's resources to rescue Fergie. For grades 5-8. 1997

Beware the Ravens, Aunt Morbelia RC 43423

by Joan Carris 

read by Pam Ward

1 cassette

In this sequel to Aunt Morbelia and the Screaming Skulls, Todd and his friend Jeff accompany

Aunt Morbelia to her spooky family estate in England. While the three try to decipher Morbelia's

cousin's strange journal, they realize they are being stalked. For grades 4-7. 1995.

Beware, the Snowman RC 45200

by R.L. Stine 

read by Ilona Dulaski

1 cassette

Jaclyn and the aunt she lives with have left their Chicago home and moved to a tiny village close

to the Arctic Circle. There is almost no one around, and, to make things worse, there are strange

looking snowmen with deep scars on their faces in front of every house. And Jaclyn's aunt won't

tell her why. For grades 4-7. 1997.

The Blob That Ate Everyone RC 45226

by R.L. Stine 

read by Terence Aselford

1 cassette

Zackie Beauchamp loves to write scary stories, so when he finds an old typewriter in an antique

shop, he thinks it will be perfect for his hobby. But Zackie is not prepared for what happens

when he takes the typewriter home. For grades 4-7. 1997.

Calling All Creeps RC 45199

by R.L. Stine 

read by Terence Aselford

1 cassette

Because he must earn twenty points for after-school activities, Ricky Beamer has signed up to

work on the school newspaper. But editor Tasha just doesn't seem to like Ricky, who is

considered somewhat of a nerd, and gives him silly assignments. Then Tasha kicks him off the

paper. Ricky is so furious, he seeks revenge. For grades 4-7. 1996.

Chicken Chicken RC 45224

by R.L. Stine 

read by Ilona Dulaski

1 cassette

Crystal and Cole hate chickens, especially the ones they have to take care of on their parents'

farm. They are also afraid of Vanessa, a rather weird woman living on the edge of town; people

seem to think she can cast spells. And perhaps she can, because after Crystal and Cole cause

Vanessa to drop a bag of groceries, strange things begin happening to them. For grades 4-7.

1997.

The Curse of Camp Cold Lake RC 45346

by R.L. Stine 

read by Ilona Dulaski

1 cassette

Sarah Maas and her brother Aaron are spending the summer at a water sports camp. There is a

problem--Sarah hates the outdoors, and especially a lake with horrible things swimming around

in the water. But that proves to be just part of Sarah's difficulties at Camp Cold Lake. For grades

4-7. 1997.

The Dare RC 44909

by R.L. Stine 

read by Nona Pipes

1 cassette

Johanna Wise lives on Fear Street next door to her teacher, Mr. Northwood. Mr. Northwood

seems to have it in for a group of Johanna's wealthy classmates. When she begins dating one of

them, they dare her to kill their teacher. For grades 6-9. 1994.

Diane Goode's Book of Scary Stories and Songs RC 44407

by Diane Goode 

read by Laura Giannarelli

1 cassette

Collection of storiesand goblins, giants and ghouls, and other scary characters--some as silly as

they are frightening. For grades 3-6. 1994.

Don't Go to Sleep! RC 45225

by R.L. Stine 

read by Terence Aselford

1 cassette

Twelve-year-old Matthew Amsterdam, a geek according to his older brother and sister, has the

tiniest bedroom in their house, so there is hardly room for him, let alone his books. There is a

bigger bedroom, but it is supposed to be the guest room. One night Matt decides to sleep there

anyway, and when he wakes up, he is older than his brother and sister. For grades 4-7. 1997.

The Doom of the Haunted Opera RC 45470

by John Bellairs and Brad Strickland 

read by Erik Sandvold

1 cassette

When Lewis and Rose Rita find an unpublished opera and ignore a ghost's warning, they wind up

in a terrible predicament. The music has a supernatural power that will be unleashed if the work

is performed. Lewis and Rose Rita must stop the show or risk dire consequences. For grades 4-7.

1995.

The Drum, the Doll, and the Zombie RC 45498

by John Bellairs and Brad Strickland 

read by Erik Sandvold

1 cassette

St. Ives, an island in the Caribbean, has its own voodoo cult, being studied by Dr. Coote. He is

given an unusual drum along with warnings about the Sect of the Baron, the Priests of the

Midnight Blood, and the walking dead. When Dr. Coote is hospitalized, Johnny and Professor

Childermass face the dangers of voodoo to save their friend. For grades 4-7. 1994.

The Figure in the Shadows RC 45944

by John Bellairs 

read by Erik Sandvold

1 cassette (Reissue)

Lewis finds an old coin that he hopes will protect him against bullies. He decides to test the

coin's magic powers, but he is not prepared for the astonishing and sinister events that follow.

Sequel to The House with a Clock in Its Walls (RC 45943). For grades 5-8. 1975.

Flyers RC 46678

by Daniel Hayes 

read by John Polk

2 cassettes

Best friends Gabe and Bo are making a science fiction film, Green Guy Gets Therapy, as a

summer pnotice strange events, especially at a neighbor's supposedly empty house. Some

violence and some strong language. For junior and senior high readers. 1996.

The Ghost in the Mirror RC 45946

by John Bellairs and Brad Strickland 

read by Erik Sandvold

1 cassette

In this sequel to The Letter, the Witch, and the Ring (RC 45945), Rose Rita Pottinger and Mrs.

Zimmermann, the kindly neighborhood witch, are transported back to 1828. There they attempt

to save the Weiss family from being destroyed by a wicked wizard. For grades 5-8. 1993.

The Haunted School: Goosebumps RC 45211

by R.L. Stine 

read by Terence Aselford

1 cassette

At twelve, Tommy Frazer suddenly finds himself with a new mom, a new house, and a new

school. In hopes of making friends, he volunteers to be on the decoration committee for the

school dance. Everything is going just fine until Tommy has to make a trip to the art room on the

third floor where he begins hearing voices. For grades 4-7. 1997.

The House with a Clock in Its Walls RC 45943

by John Bellairs 

read by Erik Sandvold

1 cassette

A ten-year-old orphan, his warlock uncle Jonathan, and a neighboring witch search Jonathan's

house to find a hidden clock that is programmed to end the world. Prequel to The Figure in the

Shadows (RC 45944). For grades 5-8. 1973.

How to Kill a Monster RC 44435

by R.L. Stine 

read by Ilona Dulaski

1 cassette

When their parents go to Atlanta for a week, Gretchen and Clark have to stay with their

grandparents who live in a swamp, act a little strange, and smell like mildew and mothballs. But

that proves to be the least of the children's problems after they open a locked room. For grades

4-7. Bestseller 1996.

I Live in Your Basement: Goosebumps RC 45357

by R.L. Stine 

read by Terence Aselford

1 cassette

Twelve-year-old Marco's mother is constantly warning him to be careful. She is afraid he will

hurt himself, so she doesn't even want him involved in sports. But Marco plays softball and he

gets hit in the head. Now everything is fuzzy and Marco doesn't understand why someone called

Keith thinks he lives in Marco's basement. For grades 4-7. 1997.

The Letter, the Witch, and the Ring RC 45945

by John Bellairs 

read by Erik Sandvold

1 cassette (Reissue)

Mrs. Zimmerman, the kindly neighborhood witch, invites Rose Rita on a trip to discover the

meaning of a puzzling deathbed letter. The trip becomes a nightmare as the two are drawn into a

dark world where not even Mrs. Zimmerman's powers of witchcraft can help them. Sequel to The

Figure in the Shadows (RC 45944). For grades 5-8. 1976.

Marvelous Marvin and the Pioneer Ghost RC 45704

by Bonnie Pryor 

read by Erik Sandvold

1 cassette

Marvin Fremont of Marvelous Marvin and the Wolfman Mystery (RC 44811) has two more

mysteries to try to solve with the help of his twin sister Sarah, big Ernie Farrow, and new

neighbor Kyla. They hope to figure out who is dumping red slime into the creek and to get proof

that a spooky figure Marvin saw is the ghost of Liberty Corners. For grades 3-6. 1995.

Monster Blood IV: Goosebumps RC 46011

by R.L. Stine 

read by Terence Aselford

1 cassette

Evan Ross knows about Monster Blood firsthand. He had swallowed a small bit and turned into a

giant taller than his house. But now there seems to be a new kind of Monster Blood. This one is

blue, it is cold and wet, and it is multiplying very fast. For grades 4-7. 1997.

My Best Friend Is Invisible RC 45209

by R.L. Stine 

read by Terence Aselford

1 cassette

Sammy Jacobs is a science fiction freak. His parents are research scientists, and just don't

understand why Sammy doesn't have an interest in real science. His parents begin to wonder

even more absts. For grades 4-7. 1997.

My Brother the Ghost RC 43270

by Suzanne Weyn 

read by John Polk

1 cassette

When Sara and Michael Buckner move with their parents into their grandmother's house, they've

already heard rumors that it is haunted. The first day there they encounter a ghost who begins

trying to take Michael's place. Because their parents won't believe them, Sara and Michael must

stop the ghost themselves. For grades 3-6. 1994.

Out of the Dark RC 43913

by Betty Ren Wright 

read by Mary Woods

1 cassette

Jessica and her parents will live in Grandma Belland's vacant house for a couple of years while

Dad writes a book. Jessica's delight with the move fades when she begins having nightmares

about an angry woman and then sees her ghost. Reading Grandma's childhood diaries, Jessica

begins to understand the haunting. For grades 5-8. 1995.

Say Cheese and Die--Again! RC 45186

by R.L. Stine 

read by Terence Aselford

1 cassette

Greg Banks has to give an oral report of a true story for his English class. But when he talks

about the old camera he found last summer, his teacher, Mr. Saur, doesn't believe him and gives

Greg an F. The only way Greg can get a better grade is to bring the evil camera to school and

take a picture. For grades 4-7. 1996.

Say Cheese and Die! RC 45185

by R.L. Stine 

read by Terence Aselford

1 cassette

Greg and his friends, bored and looking for something to do, wander into an empty mansion.

There they find an old camera and start taking pictures. There is just one problem: the photos

show things before they happen. For grades 4-7. 1992.

The Secret of the Underground Room RC 45518

by John Bellairs 

read by Christopher Hurt

1 cassette

Father Higgins has moved to a new parish that is haunted by a ghost. When Father Higgins

disappears, his good friends Professor Childermass and thirteen-year-old Johnny Dixon follow

his trail to England. They find evil knights from ancient times are still exerting their influence,

and they must be stopped. For grades 5-8. 1990.

Sunburn RC 44358

by R.L. Stine 

read by Nona Pipes

1 cassette

Marla invites three girls to spend a week at her mansion on the beach while her parents are away.

The teenagers met the year before at summer camp, which ended in a tragic accident for Marla's

sister. Now, suspicious incidents make the others think Marla is seeking revenge. For grades 6-9.

1993.

The Vampire's Beautiful Daughter RC 46437

by S.P. Somtow 

read by Erik Sandvold

1 cassette

When a part-Jewish, part-Lakota boy and a half-mortal, half-vampire girl fall for each other,

decisions have to be made--fast. On Halloween, they'll both turn sixteen and Rebecca's father is

planning her devivification party to make her a vampire forever. Some violence. For junior and

senior high readers. 1997.

Velcome RC 46415

by Kevin O'Malley 

read by Gary Telles

1 cassette

Collection of creepy and terrifying stories tung boy is followed home by a coffin, and a young

girl home alone keeps getting phone calls from the Viper, who says he is coming up to her

apartment.  For grades K-3. 1997.

Werewolf Skin: Goosebumps RC 46354

by R.L. Stine 

read by Terence Aselford

1 cassette

Alex Hunter comes to Wolf Creek to spend several weeks with his aunt and uncle while his

parents travel. He brings along his own camera and hopes to get lessons from his relatives, who

are professional photographers. Alex gets two warnings when he arrives--stay out of the woods

and away from the neighbors. For grades 4-7. 1997.

Witch Week RC 46203

by Diana Wynne Jones 

read by Anne Flosnik

2 cassettes

The teacher of 6B at Larwood House receives a note charging that one of his students is a witch.

This may well be since Larwood House is a boarding school for many orphans of witches.

Anxiety rises as some students try to hide their powers and their classmates begin to suspect one

another. For grades 6-9. 1982.

Braille

Beware, the Snowman: Goosebumps BR 11151

by R.L. Stine 

2 volumes

Jaclyn and the aunt she lives with have left their Chicago home and moved to a tiny village close

to the Arctic Circle. There is almost no one around, and, to make things worse, there are strange

looking snowmen with deep scars on their faces in front of every house. And her aunt won't tell

her why. For grades 4-7. 1997.

The Blob That Ate Everyone: Goosebumps BR 11155

by R.L. Stine 

2 volumes

Zackie Beauchamp loves to write scary stories, so when he finds an old typewriter in an antique

shop, he thinks it will be perfect for his hobby. But Zackie is not prepared for what happens

when he takes the typewriter home. For grades 4-7. 1997.

Calling All Creeps: Goosebumps BR 11150

by R.L. Stine 

2 volumes

Because he must earn twenty points for after-school activities, Ricky Beamer has signed up to

work on the school newspaper. But editor Tasha just doesn't seem to like Ricky, who is

considered somewhat of a nerd, and gives him silly assignments. Then Tasha kicks him off the

paper. Ricky is so furious, he seeks revenge. For grades 4-7. 1996.

Chicken Chicken: Goosebumps BR 11153

by R.L. Stine 

2 volumes

Crystal and Cole hate chickens, especially the ones they have to take care of on their parents'

farm. They are also afraid of Vanessa, a rather weird woman living on the edge of town; people

seem to think she can cast spells. And perhaps she can, because after Crystal and Cole cause

Vanessa to drop a bag of groceries, strange things begin happening to them. For grades 4-7.

1997.

The Curse of Camp Cold Lake: Goosebumps BR 11156

by R.L. Stine 

2 volumes

Sarah Maas and her brotater sports camp. There is a problem--Sarah hates the outdoors, and

especially a lake with horrible things swimming around in the water. But that proves to be just

part of Sarah's difficulties at Camp Cold Lake. For grades 4-7. 1997.

Deep Trouble II: Goosebumps BR 11158

by R.L. Stine 

2 volumes

Billy and Sheena Deep are spending the summer aboard their uncle's floating research lab in the

Caribbean. Last year they spent a lot of time swimming and snorkeling, and this year they plan to

do the same thing. But something is different. The fish have grown into monster-sized creatures.

For grades 4-7. 1997.

Don't Go to Sleep! Goosebumps BR 11154

by R.L. Stine 

2 volumes

Twelve-year-old Matthew Amsterdam, a geek according to his older brother and sister, has the

tiniest bedroom in their house, so there is hardly room for him, let alone his books. There is a

bigger bedroom, but it is supposed to be the guest room. One night Matt decides to sleep there

anyway, and when he wakes up, he is older than his brother and sister. For grades 4-7. 1997.

Gallows Hill BR 11590

by Lois Duncan 

2 volumes

When her mother marries, Californian Sarah Zoltanne is forced to spend her senior year in a

small Missouri town. At the Halloween festival, Sarah reluctantly agrees to play fortune teller.

Using her Hungarian grandmother's crystal ball, Sarah really sees things that frighten

her--especially when they happen. Some violence. For grades  6-9. 1997.

Goblins in the Castle BR 11273

by Bruce Coville 

1 volume

William has lived in Toad-in-a-Cage Castle since the cold December night he was found on the

doorstep. He lives with the Baron; Karl, who tends the Baron's large library; and Hulda, the

housekeeper. But there must be someone else in the castle, because William hears strange moans

drifting down the hallways. For grades 4-7. 1992.

The Haunted School: Goosebumps BR 11159

by R.L. Stine 

2 volumes

At twelve, Tommy Frazer suddenly finds himself with a new mom, a new house, and a new

school. In hopes of making friends, he volunteers to be on the decoration committee for the

school dance. Everything is going just fine until Tommy has to make a trip to the art room on the

third floor where he begins hearing voices. For grades 4-7. 1997.

The Haunting BR 11941

by Joan Lowery Nixon 

2 volumes

When Lia's great-grandmother dies, she leaves an old family plantation home to Lia's mother. An

ancestor's diary describes the house as haunted. But Lia's parents are determined to fill the place

with adopted children. Timid Lia, then, feels it her responsibility to drive the ghost away. For

junior and senior high readers. 1998.

How I Learned to Fly: Goosebumps BR 11152

by R.L. Stine 

2 volumes

Jack Johnson and his friend Wilson seem to spend a lot of time involved in a contest. No matter

what Jack does, Wilson seems to do the same thing better. So when Jack finds a book about

humans flying, he figures this is one thing Wilson won't be able to do better--or will he? For

grades 4-7. 1997.

My Best Friend Is Invisible: Goosebumps  BR 11157

by R.L. Stine 

2 volumes

Sammy Jacobs is a science fiction freak. His parents are research scientists, and just don't

understand why Sammy doesn't have an interest in real science. His parents begin to wonder

even more about Sammy when he starts claiming to see ghosts. For grades 4-7. 1997.

Werewolf Skin: Goosebumps BR 11160

by R.L. Stine 

2 volumes

Alex Hunter comes to Wolf Creek to spend several weeks with his aunt and uncle while his

parents travel. He brings along his own camera and hopes to get lessons from his relatives, who

are professional photographers. Alex gets two warnings when he arrives--stay out of the woods

and away from the neighbors. For grades 4-7. 1997.

School

Cassettes

Amanda Pig, Schoolgirl RC 45806

by Jean Van Leeuwen 

read by Laura Giannarelli

1 cassette

Amanda Pig has been waiting to start school her whole life. When the day finally arrives, she is

very happy and excited. But the little pig sitting next to her on the bus does not seem happy at

all, and Amanda Pig is determined to cheer her up. For preschool-grade 2. 1997.

Dog Years RC 44235

by Sally Warner 

read by Brian Conn

1 cassette

Case's family moves to a Philadelphia apartment after his father is sent to prison. Case is excited

when popular Tyler for an English assignment. By the time he realizes Tyler is just using him,

Case has put his real friendships in jeopardy. For grades 4-7. 1995.

Fearsome's Hero RC 44785

by Dona Schenker 

read by Mimi Bederman

1 cassette

Tully spent fifth grade being bullied by tough Honey Kotcher, but this year is different. After

helping Honey out of a jam, Tully is dismayed to realize she now has a crush on him. And his

efforts to make her leave him alone keep backfiring. For grades 4-7. 1994.

Fourth Grade Rats RC 46601

by Jerry Spinelli 

read by Rick Rohan

1 cassette

In the fourth grade Suds Morton is supposed to leave his angelic past behind and become a

rat--the next step up to being a man. But he still likes peanut butter and jelly sandwiches and his

old lunch box with the elephants, and he could never say "no" to his mother. His friend Joey tries

to teach him the ropes, but the results are disastrous. For grades 3-6. 1991.

Frindle RC 46654

by Andrew Clements 

read by L.J. Ganser

1 cassette

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.

Going through the Gate RC 46535

by Janet S. Anderson 

read by Ann Hodapp

1 cassette

In a rural one-room schoolhouse, five sixth graders choose a specific animal to study and identify

with for their commencement ceremony. The teacher tries to ensure that the children's passage

through the graduation gate will improve their perceptions of themselves and their world. For

grades 4-7. 1997.

Home on the Bayou: A Cowboy's Story RC 45520

by G. Brian Karas 

read by L.J. Ganser

1 cassette

Ned is upset when his mother moves them out of cowboy country to live with Ned's grandfather

on the bayou. Because Ned's mother ruined his lasso, he must take the garden hose to his new

school to demonstrate his cowboy roping skills. For preschool-grade 2. 1996.

How to Be Cool in the Third Grade RC 43284

by Betsy Duffey 

read by Marilyn Gleason

1 cassette

As Robbie prepares for his first day in the third grade, he vows to become cool. But his plans of

buying jeans, being called Rob, and stopping his mother from kissing him at the bus stop won't

do much good if bully Bo Haney continues to torment him. For grades 2-4. 1993.

Joshua T. Bates in Trouble Again RC 45921

by Susan Shreve 

read by Randy Wieck

1 cassette

After spending part of the school year back in third grade, Joshua is finally moving up to the

fourth grade--thanks to his teacher, Mrs. Goodwin. But Joshua soon finds that being in fourth

grade is not as wonderful as he expected. In fact, it is a nightmare--thanks to Tommy Wilhelm.

Sequel to Joshua T. Bates Takes Charge (RC 44210). For grades 3-6. 1997.

Joshua T. Bates Takes Charge RC 44210

by Susan Shreve 

read by Randy Wieck

1 cassette

In this sequel to The Flunking of Joshua T. Bates (RC 23113), Joshua is in the fifth grade and

still having problems with bully Tommy Wilhelm. The last thing Joshua needs is to be assigned

to help out Sean, a new classmate. Tommy, who thinks Sean is even more of a nerd than Joshua,

organizes the other boys to torment him. For grades 3-6. 1993.

Lilly's Purple Plastic Purse RC 45212

by Kevin Henkes 

read by Laura Giannarelli

1 cassette

Lilly loves school, and especially her teacher, Mr. Slinger. She even wrote a nice story about

him. But Lilly changes her mind about Mr. Slinger the day she takes to school her movie star

sunglasses, her three shiny quarters, and her new purple plastic purse that plays a tune.

Companion to Chester's Way (RC 31330) and Julius, the Baby of the World (RC 32672). For

grades K-3. 1996. 1996.

Madeline RC 44292

by Ludwig Bemelmans 

read by Laura Giannarelli

1 cassette (Reissue)

A story in rhyme about a little girl in a Paris boarding school who manages to have a lively time

in spite of appendicitis. For grades K-3. 1939.

Madeline and the Bad Hat RC 44294

by Ludwig Bemelmans 

read by Laura Giannarelli

1 cassette (Reissue)

The Spanish ambassador moves next door to Madeline's Paris boarding school. Instead of being a

good playmate to the twelve girls, the ambassador's prankish son, Pepito, is what Madeline calls

a "bad hat." Companion to Madeline (RC 44292). For grades K-3. 1956.

Madeline's Rescue

by Ludwig Bemelmans

read by Laura Giannarelli

1 cassette (Reissue)

Another story about little Madeline in Paris, this time being rescued from the Seine by a dog

named Genevieve. Madeline and her schoolmates fight over who gets to sleep with the beloved

dog. Companion to Madeline (RC 44292). For grades K-3. Caldecott Medal 1954. 1953.

Marvin Redpost: Is He a Girl? RC 45348

by Louis Sachar 

read by Rick Rohan

1 cassette

When Casey Happleton tells Marvin that if he kisses his elbow he'll turn into a girl, Marvin's

curiosity gets the best of him. It's very difficult to do, but Marvin finally kisses his elbow and is

shocked to find himself thinking, acting, and maybe even looking like a girl. For grades 2-4.

1993.

Marvin Redpost: Why Pick on Me? RC 45214

by Louis Sachar 

read by Rick Rohan

1 cassette

When a classmate accuses Marvin of picking his nose, everyone begins to tease him, and his

friends desert him. Lonely and frustrated, Marvin must come up with a plan to set the record

straight. For grades 2-4. 1993.

Mister Fred RC 40908

by Jill Pinkwater 

read by June Carter

1 cassette

Anya Murray, formerly a nobody, has been elected class president of 6-A, she has Miss Cintron

for a teacher, and several of her best friends are in her class. Life is wonderful. Then Miss

Cintron announces she is leaving. The sixth graders band together and terrorize every

substitute--until Goldberg Fred arrives. He is so unlike any teacher they have ever had that the

students begin to think he is from outer space and try to prove it. For grades 5-8. 1994.

My Evil Twin RC 47266

by Thomas McKean 

read by Christopher Walker

1 cassette

Jellimiah "John" Jensen is very relieved to be transferring to a new school where he can hide his

embarrassing first name. But when his old school accidentally sends a transcript for each of his

names, he creates "twins": proper John and bad (but surprisingly popular) Jellimiah. For grades

6-9. 1997.

My Mom Married the Principal RC 46111

by Margaret Bechard 

read by Brian Conn

1 cassette

Now that his mother is married to his school principal, Bob Decker, Jonah Truman's eighth-grade

friends are asking for "Bob favors." All Jonah wants is the courage to ask Katherine Chang out

on a date. As the school year progresses, Jonah finds his life becoming increasingly complicated.

Sequel to Really No Big Deal (RC 42554). For grades 4-7. 1998.

The New Nick Kramer: or, My Life as a Baby-sitter RC 45418

by James Howe 

read by John Polk

1 cassette

Ninth-grader Nick Kramer is determined to finally beat his lifelong rival, Mitch Buckley. He bets

Mitch that the new girl, Jennifer Edwards, will ask him to the Vice-Versa dance instead of Mitch.

Nick tries everything to impress Jennifer, including taking a baby-sitting class. For grades 5-8.

1995.

On Guard RC 46052

by Donna Jo Napoli 

read by Gregory Gorton

1 cassette

When Mikey from When the Water Closes over My Head (RC 39779) sees a demonstration in

fencing, he decides it's the sport that will make him stand out in his family and qualify him for

one of the weekly Olympic medals given out by his fourth grade teacher. For grades 4-7. 1997.

Re-Elect Nutty! RC 40923

by Dean Hughes 

read by Arnie Warren

1 cassette

Even though Nutty Nutsell was lousy as student council president in the fifth grade, in Nutty for

President (RC 18906), he has decided to run again. His competition includes Mindy Marshall,

and he thinks she's the one behind the fliers that have been circulating listing embarrassing things

about Nutty. Unfortunately the reports are all true. Nutty is going to have to do something to stop

Mindy. For grades 4-7. 1995.

School Isn't Fair! RC 46146

by Patricia Baehr 

read by Bob Askey

1 cassette

Four-year-old Edward doesn't think school is fair. Donny likes to knock him down. During story

time, Edward can't see the pictures in the book. And at snack time, Linda spills juice all over

him. But when it is time to go home, he finds something he can do better than anyone else. For

preschool-grade 2. 1989.

The Shorty Society RC 45645

by Sheri Cooper Sinykin 

read by Terence Aselford

1 cassette

When Drew enters school Monday morning and opens his locker, he finds a pile of dead shrimp.

His friends, K.C. and Bo, also have foul-smelling lockers. The three short seventh-graders have

become the butt of several distasteful pranks by Drew's one-time pal Danny and his friend Scud.

Plans to get revenge, however, put the three at risk of also becoming malicious. For grades 5-8.

1994.

Sydney, Invincible RC 40921

by Colby Rodowsky 

read by June Carter

1 cassette

In this sequel to Sydney, Herself (RC 31872), Sydney dreads having her mother as her history

teacher and looks forward to classes with the new writing instructor. Then Sydney is hit with big

news. She is to be the editor of the school paper--and her mother, who married Sydney's last

writing teacher, is pregnant. Sydney finds support from boyfriend Wally, but he is dealing with

his own problems. For junior and senior high readers. 1995.

Thief of Hearts RC 45839

by Laurence Yep 

read by Catherine Byers

1 cassette

Chinese American Casey, from Child of the Owl (RC 11545), is now married to a white man.

Their daughter Stacy's high school life is disrupted by the arrival of Hong Ch'un from China. The

friction between the two girls is immediate, but when Hong Ch'un is accused of stealing from

Stacy's friends, Stacy defends her. For grades 5-8. 1995.

The Trouble with Wishes RC 44706

by Susan Beth Pfeffer 

read by Margaret Strom

1 cassette

Third-grader Katie Logan finds a magic lamp after school and is granted three wishes. But, as her

brother warns her, wishes can be trlass play mean something bad will happen to the girl who has

the part now? For grades 2-4. 1996.

Unfinished Dreams RC 45344

by Jane Breskin Zalben 

read by Terence Aselford

1 cassette

Sixth-grader Jason Glass dreams of becoming a well-known violinist, and his school principal,

Mr. Carr, supports him. Then Mr. Carr begins missing school, and everyone learns he has AIDS.

Jason's classmates say unkind things about Mr. Carr instead of remembering how much fun he

was. Only Jason understands being different. For grades 5-8. 1996.

The View from Saturday RC 43549

by E.L. Konigsburg 

read by Brian Conn

1 cassette

Mrs. Olinski is hard-pressed to explain how she selected the four students who will represent the

sixth grade in the Academic Bowl. But her choice of the four calling themselves "The Souls" was

excellent. As the students prepare and compete, each reveals a reason for being part of the team.

For grades 4-7. Newbery Award. 1996.

The Worst Speller in Jr. High RC 46687

by Caroline Janover 

read by Madelyn Buzzard

1 cassette

After just a few days in the seventh grade, thirteen-year-old Katie Kelso wishes she were back in

elementary school where her teachers understood about her dyslexia. But that is only one of

Katie's problems. She wants to become one of the P.K.s (popular kids) this year, but has to

babysit her younger brothers too often and her mother may have cancer. For grades 6-9. 1995.

The Wrecker RC 45635

by David Skinner 

read by Terence Aselford

1 cassette

Bent on vengeance against a schoolyard bully, seventh-graders Theo and Michael join forces to

fashion a "wrecker" that will destroy their tormentor. When the two deploy their bizarre device,

the unexpected results change the lives of all three boys. For grades 6-9. 1995.

Braille

Amanda Pig, Schoolgirl BR 11019

by Jean Van Leeuwen 

1 volume

Amanda Pig has been waiting to start school her whole life. When the day finally arrives, she is

very happy and excited. But the little pig sitting next to her on the bus does not seem happy at

all, and Amanda Pig is determined to cheer her up. PRINT/BRAILLE. For preschool-grade 2.

1997.

Bad Girls BR 11341

by Cynthia Voigt 

2 volumes

Mikey and Margalo are the new girls in fifth grade. Sitting next to each other, they soon discover

that they are kindred spirits who like getting into mischief. Mikey likes to fight while Margalo

likes to play tricks. Together they cause more trouble than the rest of the kids in Mrs. Chemsky's

class. For grades 4-7. 1996.

The Ghost in Room 11 BR 11758

by Betty Ren Wright 

1 volume

Starting fourth grade in a new town, Matt Barber tries to impress his classmates by making up

some wild tales. Branded a liar, Matt has no one to turn to when he encounters the ghost of a

long-ago teacher who haunts the school halls. For grades 2-4. 1998.

Hooray for Diffendoofer Day! BR 11951

by Dr. Seuss and Jack Prelutsky 

1 volume

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.

How Do You Spell GEEK? BR 10980

by Julie Anne Peters 

1 volume

Eighth graders Ann and Kimberly are busy practicing for the national spelling bee when Ann is

asked to help home-schooled Lurlene through her first days in class. Everyone, Kimberly

included, makes fun of Lurlene's geeky ways, and Ann is mortified to be associated with her. So

why does Ann suggest Lurlene join them in the spelling bee? For grades 4-7. 1996.

In Trouble with Teacher BR 10888

by Patricia Brennan Demuth 

1 volume

Third-grader Montgomery is having a horrible day. He knows he is going to flunk his spelling

test and his new teacher will get mad at him. He wishes Mrs. Wix was like his nice second grade

teacher, Miss Pink, who loved his great stories and didn't care that Montgomery had problems

with spelling and reading. For grades 2-4. 1995.

Jacob Two-Two's First Spy Case BR 11701

by Mordecai Richler 

1 volume

Jacob Two-Two is called that because he has to say everything twice to be heard in his large

family. Even so, nobody listens when he complains that the new principal is serving horrid meals

at school. Jacob must turn to his new neighbor, master spy Mr. Dinglebat, for help. For grades

3-6. 1995.

Stargone John BR 11396

by Ellen Kindt McKenzie 

1 volume

From the first day Liza's little brother, John, joins her in the one-room schoolhouse, he is in

trouble. Their teacher whacks him for being "stargone"--unresponsive to his lessons. In

desperation Liza takes him to her retired teacher, who is now blind. Soon John begins amazing

his classmates. For grades 3-6. 1990.

The War of Jenkins' Ear BR 10859

by Michael Morpurgo

1 volume

Autumn 1952. Toby Jenkins is not looking forward to another year at Redlands Preparatory

School in Sussex, England. But beginning with dinner the first night, Toby and his schoolmates

know things will be different because of the new boy, Simon Christopher, who before long

claims to be Jesus. For grades 6-9. 1995.

You're Dead, David Borelli BR 11278

by Susan M. Brown 

1 volume

After his mother dies, David Borelli lives with his often-absent father and attends a private

school. Then Mr. Borelli is accused of stealing money and flees. David is thrust into a foster

home and a public school where he is tormented. For grades 5-8. 1995.

Science Fiction

Cassettes

Alien Game RC 44244

by Catherine Dexter 

read by Graeme Malcolm

1 cassette

Students at Zoe's school play an annual game of Elimination, where students draw names of

targets to tag and "eliminate" from the game. This year things take a very scary turn when the

students tagged by new girl Christina begin to behave oddly. For grades 5-8. 1995.

The Girl Who Could Fly RC 43811

by William H. Hooks 

read by Gary Tipton

1 cassette

Adam Lee Graham meets Tomasina Jones the day she moves into his apartment building. And

before long, Adam Lee knows that Tomasina is no ordinary girl. Besides the fact that she likes to

be called Tom, she can stop a ball in midair, she draws fantastic maps, and she can appear out of

nowhere. For grades 2-4. 1995.

The Golden Aquarians RC 45392

by Monica Hughes 

read by Rick Rohan

1 cassette

In the year 2092, thirteen-year-old Walt Elliot leaves Earth to join his father on the planet Aqua.

There, Colonel Angus Elliot transforms the planet into a place Earth colonists can live. Walt then

discovers amphibian lifeforms that warn of an imminent ecological catastrophe, but Colonel

Elliot believes there isn't any danger. For grades 5-8. 1995.

The Mystery Machine RC 45168

by Herbie Brennan 

read by Cyn Delafield

1 cassette

Herbie's scheme to join the circus as a human cannonball launches him into a neighbor's garden

shed. His discoveries in the shed reveal that Mrs. Pomfrey-Parkinson is not merely a cranky old

lady; she is a space alien with a hostile plan. Herbie's friend Slider helps him find a solution. For

grades 3-6. 1995.

The Night the Heads Came RC 45176

by William Sleator 

read by Bob Kuhn

1 cassette

Late one night, Leo is driving his friend Tim to catch a bus to New York. Instead, the car is

stopped by aliens who let Leo go but keep Tim. Afterwards Tim must remember what happened

and then convince himself, Leo's parents, and the police. For grades 6- 9. 1996.

Podkayne of Mars RC 44627

by Robert A. Heinlein 

read by Martha Harmon Pardee

2 cassettes (Reissue)

Indomitable young Podkayne (Poddy) Fries jumps at the chance to accompany her uncle Tom on

a mission to Earth. The only drawback is that she'll have her loathsome little brother along for

the trip. But even greater dangers face the niece of a diplomat from Mars who has powerful

enemies. For junior and senior high and older readers. 1963.

Space Brat RC 44413

by Bruce Coville 

read by John Polk

1 cassette

When Blork is hatched from an egg, a piece of the shell sticks behind his ear and makes him cry.

He is immediately labeled a brat. Blork learns to live up to his name by throwing the worst

tantrums in the galaxy. Then one day, he almost loses his best friend because of his temper. For

grades 2-4. 1992.

Space Brat Four: Planet of the Dips RC 44416

by Bruce Coville 

read by John Polk

1 cassette

As they head for the Galactic Celebration in their spaceship, Blork and his friends are

accidentally hurtled far out into space. They land on the planet of the Dips, where the inhabitants

think Blork's pet, Lunk, is their long-lost lord. Sequel to Space Brat Three: The Wrath of Squat

(RC 44415). For grades 2-4. 1995.

Space Brat Three: The Wrath of Squat RC 44415

by Bruce Coville 

read by John Polk

1 cassette

Now that Blork has become a hero for saving the city, he has been invited to the Galactic

Celebration--the biggest party in history. But his old enemy, Squat, decides it is time to seek

revenge for having been humiliated by Blork. Sequel to Space Brat Two: Blork's Evil Twin (RC

44414). For grades 2-4. 1994.

Space Brat Two: Blork's Evil Twin RC 44414

by Bruce Coville 

read by John Polk

1 cassette

When Blork's class goes to the Museum of New Inventions, Blork gets angry with a classmate

and wanders away from the group to calm down. Blork sees a machine in the room he enters and

just has to try it out. Suddenly there are two Blorks! Sequel to Space Brat (RC 44413). For

grades 2-4. 1993.

Star Hatchling RC 43881

by Margaret Bechard 

read by Dani Carr

1 cassette

Hanna, an Earthling teen, falls out of a spaceship and lands in a world populated by intelligent

lizard-like creatures. She is adopted by Shem and Cheko, a pair of siblings with whom Hanna

comes to share a close friendship and some novel adventures. For grades 3-6. 1995.

Weather Eye RC 43259

by Lesley Howarth 

read by Kerry Cundiff

1 cassette

It is 1999 and the weather is out of control. After experiencing a near-death revelation,

thirteen-year-old Telly loses all fear and logs onto the Weather Eye computer network to lead her

fellow teens in calming the elements through meditation. Both Telly and the weather are

transformed. For grades 5-8. 1995.

Braille

Aliens Ate My Homework BR 11547

by Bruce Coville 

1 volume

Rod Allbright is building a volcano for a school project when a small spaceship crashes through

the window. A tiny spaceman emerges, and Rod helps him and the crew repair their ship. The

aliens are on Earth to catch a notorious criminal, and Rod is surprised to learn who it is. For

grades 3-6. 1993.

The Dark Side of Nowhere BR 11840

by Neal Shusterman 

2 volumes

Jason Miller hates his bland, small-town life, so when the high school janitor gives him an odd

glove and tells him his life is about to change, he is both puzzled and excited. Jason learns

classmates have received the same message, and soon they all encounter bizarre experiences. For

grades 6-9. 1997.

The Decision: Animorphs, Volume 18 BR 11496

by K.A. Applegate 

2 volumes

Ax, the Andalite trapped on Earth, tells this adventure about how he and his four human friends

who have the power to morph become mosquitoes for a mission against their mutual enemy, the

Yeerks. For grades 4-7. 1998.

The Departure: Animorphs, Volume 19 BR 11497

by K.A. Applegate 

2 volumes

After her latest mission when she morphed into a wolf, Cassie realizes that she is losing her

human feelings. She tells her friends that she is quitting; she does not want to be an any a leopard

and Karen, a human-controller who knows Cassie's secret, Cassie must rethink her decision. For

grades 4-7. 1998.

The Discovery: Animorphs, Volume 20 BR 11498

by K.A. Applegate 

2 volumes

A new boy at school, David, is carrying the blue box essential to acquiring the power to morph.

Marco spots him and tries to buy the box. Realizing that it must be valuable, David advertises the

blue box on the Internet, alerting the Animorphs' enemies to its existence. That one ad changes

David's life--forever. For grades 4-7. 1998.

The Door in the Lake BR 11779

by Nancy Butts 

1 volume

Twelve-year-old Joseph Finney disappears while camping with family and friends. Two years

later, he reappears but hasn't aged at all. Odd symptoms and fragmented memories lead Joseph to

believe he was abducted by aliens. For grades 5-8. 1997.

The Threat: Animorphs, Volume 21 BR 11499

by K.A. Applegate 

2 volumes

The Animorphs face their most vital mission: they must prevent the Yeerks from infesting the

leaders of the entire free world. Their attention is diverted by David, the sixth human to acquire

the power to morph, because he is breaking the rules and becoming a danger to all of them. For

grades 4-7. 1998.

The Underground: Animorphs, Volume 17 BR 11495

by K.A. Applegate 

2 volumes

Rachel and her four friends are able to morph into any animal. They are all flying around as large

birds when Rachel telepathically directs them to catch a man jumping from a building. It appears

the man's brain has been invaded by Yeerks. Rachel plots to destroy the Yeerks with an ordinary

breakfast food, but it is a risky, dangerous venture. For grades 4-7. 1998.

Short Stories

Cassettes

American Eyes: New Asian-American Short Stories for Young Adults RC 43701

edited by Lori M. Carlson 

read by Annie Wauters

1 cassette

Ten short stories that address aspects of the Asian American experience and touch upon such

themes as alienation, cultural identity, and generational differences. In "Blonde" an Asian

American girl yearns to be blonde like her Barbie doll. For junior and senior high readers. 1994.

Bubble Trouble and Other Poems and Stories RC 40956

by Margaret Mahy 

read by Marilyn Gleason

1 cassette

Rollicking collection of three poems and two stories. In the title poem, Little Mabel blows a

bubble that "bobbled over Baby, and it wafted him away," over the garden, over the lane, over

the shops, over the jogger, until "wicked treble Abel tripled trouble with his pebble." Runaway

reptiles, a hiccuping baby, a gargling gorilla, and a springing granny have their own silly

adventures. For grades 3-6. 1991.

The Circuit: Stories from the Life of a Migrant Child RC 46960

by Francisco Jimnez 

read by Lewis Grenville

1 cassette

Twelve interconnected short stories about the hardships of Panchito and hiells how the family

leaves Mexico and crawls under barbed wire into California. Picking crops and earning money

come first while going to school is not always possible, as explained in "The Circuit." For grades

5-8. 1997.

Doctor Moledinky's Castle: A Hometown Tale RC 45169

by Gerald Hausman 

read by Phil Regensdorf

1 cassette

In related short stories, Andy tells about his adventures and the strange people in his hometown

the summer he is twelve. Andy's best friend, Pauly, practically lives at Andy's house and wishes

Andy's good-natured parents were his. When Pauly and Andy are hired as animal feeders at

Doctor Moledinky's castle, they learn some interesting facts about the town's leading citizen. For

grades 4-7. 1995.

God's Mailbox: More Stories about Stories in the Bible RC 44360

by Marc Gellman 

read by John Stratton

1 cassette

Eighteen stories about the first five books of the Bible. Poses questions and spins humorous

answers about the Garden of Eden, the plagues of Egypt, and the Ten Commandments. The tale

of Noah introduces the concept of Rainbow People like Moses, Jesus, Buddha, Muhammad, and

maybe you. Sequel to Does God Have a Big Toe? (RC 32181). For grades 4-7. 1996.

I Love You, I Hate You, Get Lost RC 45753

by Ellen Conford 

read by Jill Fox

1 cassette

Seven humorous stories reflecting the ups and downs of life as a teenager. In the title story, Dana

has to take her little brother, Zach, on a romantic cruise with her boyfriend. In "Body Wave," a

teen getting a permanent rambles on and on to her hairdresser about how she ended up with the

date she has for a major dance. For junior and senior high readers. 1994.

The Jungle Book RC 40928

by Rudyard Kipling 

read by Margaret Anne Walterhouse

1 cassette (Reissue)

Seven short stories. Three present the adventures of Mowgli, a boy who is raised by a wolf pack

in India and taught the laws of the jungle by a panther and a bear. Other stories include

"Rikki-Tikki-Tavi," "The White Seal," "Toomai of the Elephants," and "Servants of the Queen."

For grades 5-8. 1894.

The Library Card RC 45177

by Jerry Spinelli 

read by Maxine Wasserman

1 cassette

In each of these four stories, a young person is led by the magic of a lng changes the lives of a

street vandal, a TV addict, a homeless boy, and a transplanted city girl. For grades 5-8. 1997.

The Lion Tamer's Daughter and Other Stories RC 46546

by Peter Dickinson 

read by Brian Conn

2 cassettes

Four tales about teenagers dealing with magical and supernatural phenomena. In the title story,

Keith has known Melly for years because their mothers are good friends. Then while visiting in

another city, he bumps into a wilder version of his pal called Melanie. The two girls seem to

know each other, yet only one of them is real. For grades 6-9. 1997.

Local News RC 44338

by Gary Soto 

read by Michael Pinney

1 cassette

Thirteen tales set in a Mexican American neighborhood in which young boys and girls share the

embarrassment and disappointments they frequently endure at the hands of friends or siblings.

Companion to Baseball in April and Other Stories (RC 37667). For grades 5-8. 1993.

Oddly Enough: Stories RC 43249

by Bruce Coville 

read by Jack Fox

1 cassette

Nine horror tales that variously involve an angel, unicorns, ghosts, and werewolves. In "The

Box," an angel entrusts a mysterious box to a boy, who treasures it throughout his life without

ever opening it. For grades 5-8. 1994.

Read If You Dare: Twelve Twisted Tales from the Editors of Read Magazine RC 46351

by Read Magazine 

read by Chuck Young

1 cassette

While these twelve stories are set in various periods and places, "each tells a tale of a person who

faces an unexpected turn of events." In each case, a character tempts fate and becomes its victim.

For grades 6-9. 1997.

Short Circuits: Thirteen Shocking Stories by Outstanding Writers for Young Adults RC 43261

edited by Donald R. Gallo 

read by Madelyn Buzzard

2 cassettes

Tales of terror about teenagers caught in precarious situations. In "Ethan Unbound," a boy finds

himself locked in the library with a librarian-witch and must summon Dracula and other literary

figures to his aid. For junior and senior high readers. 1992.

Vampire Bugs: Stories Conjured from the Past RC 41000

by Sharon Dennis Wyeth 

read by June Carter

1 cassette

Six short African American and Native American folk tales that incorporate historical characters

and facts. The title story is a myth about the origin of lightning bugs. For grades 3-6. 1995.

Braille

Curses, Inc. and Other Stories BR 11443

by Vivian Vande Velde 

2 volumes

Ten funny, scary stories about magic spells and their consequences. In the title story, Bill finds a

curse site on the Internet but learns what you wish for doesn't always come true. In

"Witch-Hunt," Lyssa is caught reading Satanic bibles. For grades 6-9. 1997.

Here There Be Dragons BR 10910

by Jane Yolen 

1 volume

Five poems and eight stories about dragons by Jane Yolen, who precedes each with an

introductory note about the piece. The collection includes "Why Dragons?" "The Dragon's Boy,"

"The Making of Dragons," and "Here There Be Dragons." For grades 4-7 and older readers.

1993.

Here There Be Unicorns BR 11083

by Jane Yolen 

1 volume

This collection of eight poems and ten stories relates tales of the well-known mystical beast in

both medieval and traditional settings. The story "Unicorn Tapestry" was inspired by two famous

unicorn tapestries, the Hunt of the Unicorn and the Lady with the Unicorn. For grades 4-7 and

older readers. 1994.

Here There Be Witches BR 11084

by Jane Yolen 

1 volume

Collection of seven poems and ten stories about witches, wizards, and warlocks. In the poem

"The Magic House," Hansel and Gretel knew they should have taken a hint from "chocolate

doorknobs, / and windowpanes striped with mint." Also includes a Native American tale. For

grades 4-7 and older readers. 1995.

What Do Fish Have to Do with Anything? and Other Stories BR 11512

by Avi 

1 volume

Seven short stories in which young people make difficult decisions as they learn to think for

themselves. In "What's Inside," a thirteen-year-old must act under pressure to save his cousin

from shooting himself. In "Fortune Cookie," a boy faces his first birthday since his parents were

divorced. While in the title piece, a boy wishes he could find a cure for unhappiness. For grades

6-9. 1997.

Sports

Cassettes

Crash RC 45172

by Jerry Spinelli 

read by Phil Regensdorf

1 cassette

Crash Coogan is a self-centered seventh-grade jock until his grandfather's illness forces him and

the rest of his family to reassess their values. For grades 5-8. 1996.

Fighting Tackle RC 40916

by Matt Christopher 

read by Gregory Ricks

1 cassette

Terry McFee is shocked when, just because he is getting bigger, the football coach takes him

from his usual position of safety and puts him in the line. Determined to show the coach he is

still fast, Terry runs each day with his brother, Nicky. He has another motive: he wants Nicky,

who has Down's syndrome, to join the Special Olympics. But then Nicky starts beating Terry!

For grades 4-7. 1995.

The Heartbeat of Halftime RC 45674

by Stephen Wunderli 

read by Maxine Wasserman

1 cassette

In the past three years, Wing's eighth-grade football team has won only two games. The

combination of his father's dying of cancer and being taunted for not winning has driven Wing to

constant anger. But then the coach urges him to channel his frustration onto the field, and with

the help of a new player Wing leads the team to a winning season. For grades 6-9. 1996.

Olympic Dream RC 45362

by Matt Christopher 

read by Steven Carpenter

1 cassette

Fourteen-year-old Doug loves to eat, and his body shows it. Then he meets Red, a medical

student who is serious about cycling. Through Red, Doug develops an interest in bicycle touring

and racing that changes his attitude about many things. For grades 4-7. 1996.

On Guard RC 46052

by Donna Jo Napoli 

read by Gregory Gorton

1 cassette

When Mikey from When the Water Closes over My Head (RC 39779) sees a demonstration in

fencing, he decides it's the sport that will make him stand out in his family and qualify him for

one of the weekly Olympic medals given out by his fourth grade teacher. For grades 4-6. 1997.

Owen Foote, Soccer Star RC 46816

by Stephanie Greene 

read by Erik Sandvold

1 cassette

In this sequel to Owen Foote, Second Grade Strongman (RC 46736), Owen has talked his friend

Joseph into joining the soccer team. But on the first day of practice, Owen realizes soccer isn't

going to be as much fun this year. For grades K-3. 1998.

Penalty Shot RC 45363

by Matt Christopher 

read by Steven Carpenter

1 cassette

Being on the ice hockey team is really important to Jeff, especially since his low grades made

him ineligible last year. Now he has a tutor for English and is determined to play. Then someone

switches his composition, and his best friend, Kevin, receives a nasty note signed by Jeff. Jeff

has to figure out who is sabotaging him. For grades 4-7. 1997.

Sticks RC 45165

by Joan Bauer 

read by Phil Regensdorf

1 cassette

Ten-year-old Mickey wants to win the youth tournament at his grandmother's pool hall. He has

his talent, inherited from his late dad, plus the help of math wiz Arlen, who coaches him on shot

angles. But he needs more to beat obnoxious thirteen-year-old Buck. When a long-lost

billiards-expert friend of his dad's arrives in town, Mickey is overjoyed, but his mom is not. For

grades 3-6. 1996.

Tall Tales

Cassettes

Feliciana Feydra LeRoux: A Cajun Tall Tale RC 44507

by Tynia Thomassie

read by Robin Miles

1 cassette

Of all his grandchildren, Feliciana is Grandpa Baby's favorite. Maybe it is because they are both

the tail end of a LeRoux crew. But when Grandpa Baby goes alligator hunting and leaves

Feliciana behind, she sneaks out and joins them. Includes author's note describing Cajun people

and their customs. For grades 2-4. 1995.

Gulliver in Lilliput RC 41903

retold by Margaret Hodges 

read by Conrad Feininger

1 cassette

In a story adapted from Gulliver's Travels by Jonathan Swift, Hodges tells of a young doctor

from England who loved to travel the world, and of his arrival on the island of Lilliput after

being shipwrecked. The doctor falls asleep. When he awakens the next morning, he finds his

arms and legs fastened to the ground and discovers six-inch-tall men crawling over him. For

grades 3-6. 1995.

I Was Born about Ten Thousand Years Ago: A Tall Tale RC 45277

retold by Steven Kellogg 

read by Bob Askey

1 cassette

The storyteller, born about one hundred centuries ago, relates the events he has seen over the

years. He saw Adam and Eve driven from the Garden of Eden, he saw Christopher Columbus

reach America, he helped Johnny Appleseed plant each seed, and he played hopscotch with some

spacemen on the moon. For grades K-3. 1996.

McBroom's Wonderful One-Acre Farm: Three Tall Tales RC 41575

by Sid Fleischman 

read by Michael Kramer

1 cassette

Josh McBroom, his wife, and their eleven children are heading west when they are offered a farm

in Iowa. The farm is under water, but a dry spell soon turns it into one acre of land with very rich

soil. Crops grow in minutes, trees in hours. The McBrooms love their new farm, but they must

fight wind that carries off small children and grasshoppers that eat anything green. For grades

3-6. 1966.

Braille

Max and Ruby's Midas: Another Greek Myth BR 10041

by Rosemary Wells 

1 volume

Max loves to eat sweets, but his sister Ruby knows they are not good for Max. So she tells him a

story about King Midas and how he was able to turn things he did not want into something else.

Before long Max turns his mother into a cherry float and his father into lime Jell-O.

PRINT/BRAILLE. For preschool-grade 2. 1995.

Westerns

Cassettes

Call Me Francis Tucket RC 43950

by Gary Paulsen 

read by Gary Tipton

1 cassette

In this sequel to Mr. Tucket (RC 43949), young Francis Tucket has parted ways with the

mountain man who rescued him from the Pawnees. Francis is now heading alone to Oregon to

find his family's wagon train. Along the way he is accosted by a thieving duo and makes three

new friends: a mule and two orphaned children. For grades 5-8. 1995.

Mr. Tucket RC 43949

by Gary Paulsen 

read by Gary Tipton

1 cassette

In 1848 Francis Alphonse Tucket turns fourteen while he and his family travel from their

Missouri farm to Oregon by wagon. As he shoots his new rifle, the wagon train leaves. Francis is

kidnapped by Pawnees and held captive until mountain man Jason Grimes rescues him. Now Mr.

Grimes has to teach Mr. Tucket to survive in the wild. For grades 5-8. 1994.

Tucket's Ride RC 46884

by Gary Paulsen 

read by Gary Tipton

1 cassette

Francis Tucket is only a few years older than Lottie and Billy, the orphans he rescued in Call Me

Francis Tucket (RC 43950). Searching for Oregon they end up in Mexico territory, right in the

middle of the war. Francis kills an American soldier in self- defense, landing himself in a mess of

trouble. For grades 5-8. 1997.

Whitefish Will Rides Again! RC 44600

by Arthur Yorinks 

read by Jamie Horton

1 cassette

Whitefish Will is such a good sheriff that he scares all the criminals away. Not needing him

anymore, the townfolk retire him. But years later, a bad man comes to town and they must bring

the lawman back. For grades K-3. 1994.

Braille

Bad Day at Riverbend BR 10048

by Chris Van Allsburg 

1 volume

One day a terrible thing happens in the small western town of Riverbend. A driverless stagecoach

arrives, and the horses are covered with shiny greasy scribble marks. As the sheriff investigates,

he finds people, plants, and land all have the scribblings, and he is determined to find the culprit.

PRINT/BRAILLE. For preschool-grade 2. 1995.

Tucket's Ride BR 11810

by Gary Paulsen 

1 volume

Francis Tucket is only a few years older than Lottie and Billy, the orphans he rescued in Call Me

Francis Tucket (BR 10437). Searching for Oregon, they end up in Mexico territory, right in the

middle of the war. Francis kills an American soldier in self defense, landing himself in a mess of

trouble. For grades 5-8. 1997.