Set in the late 1800s, the book traces the boy s adventures as he attempts to capture 29 monkeys that have escaped from the circus. Rawls is the author of Where the Red Fern Grows . Along the way, Sal recounts the story of her friend Phoebe whose mother also left. This story takes a personal look at the effects of the Civil War. It has a sweet love story, too.
Hobbits are furry creatures who love nothing better than a leisurely life free from adventure.
However, hobbits Bilbo and Frodo get swept up into a mighty conflict between good and evil. Both of these books will be referred to throughout the school year. A neglected Maggie, living in a bleak old house with her great-aunts, hears ghostly voices and finds the magic that helps her to love and be loved. A colorful version of the legends of Merlin the magician. Will Stanton discovers that he is the last of the Old Ones and he must stand against the forces of evil.