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1. Yoko's Paper Cranes (Book).

Author

Scroggs, Sandy

Subjects
*FICTION, *PICTURE books
Abstract

Reviews the book 'Yoko's Paper Cranes,' by Rosemary Wells.

Published
2002

2. Toilet Paper Mummy.

Author

Espinal, Judy M.

Subjects
*HUMOROUS stories, *FICTION
Abstract

The article reviews the book "Toilet Paper Mummy," by Michael Rex, book one in the Icky Ricky book series.

Published
2013

3. The Paper Cowboy.

Author

Balderson, Laurie

Subjects
*HISTORICAL fiction, *FAMILIES, *FICTION
Published
2015

5. Paper Valentine.

Author

Fox, Dionne

Subjects
*GHOST stories, *FICTION
Abstract

The article reviews the book "Paper Valentine" by Brenna Yovanoff.

Published
2013

6. The Paper House.

Author

Corngold, Kira

Subjects
*FAMILIES in literature, *FICTION
Abstract

A review of the book "The Paper House," by Lois Peterson is presented.

Published
2012

7. The Great Paper Caper.

Subjects
*ANIMALS, *FICTION
Abstract

The article reviews the book "The Great Paper Caper," by Oliver Jeffers.

Published
2009

8. Paper Towns.

Author

Cassady, Emily Garrett

Subjects
*HIGH school students, *FICTION
Abstract

The article reviews the book "Paper Towns," by John Green.

Published
2009

9. Lily and the Paper Man.

Subjects
*PICTURE books for children, *FICTION
Abstract

The article reviews the book "Lily and the Paper Man," by Rebecca Upjohn.

Published
2008

10. Paper Heart.

Subjects
*CHILDREN'S literature, *FICTION
Abstract

The article reviews the book "Paper Heart," by Aileen Arrington.

Published
2007

11. The Reinvention of Edison Thomas.

Subjects
*FICTION
Abstract

The article reviews several books including "The Reinvention of Edison Thomas," by Jacqueline Jaeger Houtman, "Paper Daughter," by Jeanette Ingold, and "A Small Free Kiss in the Dark," by Glenda Millard.

Published
2010

12. Ink.

Author

Colvin, Mallorie

Subjects
AMERICANS, PARANORMAL romance stories, FICTION
Abstract

A review of the book "Ink," part of The Paper Gods series, by Amanda Sun, is presented.

Published
2013

13. Fiction--grade 5 & up.

Author

Andronik, Catherine

Subjects
*FICTION
Abstract

Reviews fiction books for students in grade five and up. `The Man in the Ceiling,' by Jules Feiffer; `Dinah in Love,' by Claudia Mills; `The Girl Who Changed the World,' by Delia Ephron; `I Am Lavina Cumming,' by Susan Lowell; `Paper Faces,' by Rachel Anderson; `Hands Around Lincoln School,' by Frank Asch.

Published
1994

14. That Dog!

Author

Schmidt, Jessica

Subjects
PICTURE books for children, DOGS -- Juvenile fiction, FICTION
Published
2015

15. Imagination, Inspiration: Creative Juices.

Author

Wendelin, Karla

Subjects
FICTION
Abstract

The article reviews several books including "Dream Something Big: The Story of the Watts Towers," by Dianna Hutts Aston, "Max's Castle," by Kate Banks, and "Full Moon and Star," by Lee Bennett Hopkins.

Published
2011

16. Trees, Trees, and More Trees.

Author

BRODIE, CAROLYN S.

Subjects
FICTION, NONFICTION
Abstract

The article reviews several books including "In a Nutshell," by Joseph Anthony, "Where Once There Was a Wood," by Denise Fleming, and "A Log's Life," by Wendy Pfeffer.

Published
2011

17. Welcome Back!

Author

Wendelin, Karla

Subjects
FICTION, NONFICTION, CHILDREN'S literature
Abstract

The article reviews several books including "The Little Red Pen," by Janet Stevens and Susan Stevens, "Lemonade and Other Poems Squeezed From a Single Word," by Bob Raczka and illustrated by Nancy Doniger, and "This Plus That: Life's Little Equations," by Amy Krouse Rosenthal and illustrated by Jen Corace.

Published
2011

18. The Pirate Girl's Treasure.

Author

Black, Susan

Subjects
CHILDREN'S literature, ORIGAMI, FICTION
Abstract

The article reviews the book "The Pirate Girl's Treasure," by Peyton Leung and illustrated by Hilary Leung.

Published
2012

19. Joy in Mudville.

Author

Weimar, Holly and Glantz, Shelley

Subjects
BASEBALL in literature, PICTURE books for children, FICTION
Published
2014

20. My Neighbor Is a Dog.

Author

Soiow, Jan Aldrich

Subjects
MULTICULTURALISM, PICTURE books for children, FICTION
Abstract

The article reviews the book "My Neighbor Is a Dog," written by Isabel Minhos Martins and illustrated by Madalena Matoso.

Published
2013

21. More.

Author

Fitzwater, Tracy A.

Subjects
PICTURE books for children, FICTION
Abstract

The article reviews the book "More," written by I. C. Springman and illustrated by Brian Lies.

Published
2012

22. Maddie's Monster Dad.

Author

Rogers, Brenda

Subjects
MONSTERS -- Juvenile fiction, FICTION
Abstract

The article reviews the book "Maddie's Monster Dad" by Scott Gibala-Broxholm.

Published
2012

23. Charlie Joe Jackson's Guide to Not Reading.

Author

Bange, Stephanie

Subjects
CHILDREN'S literature, FICTION
Abstract

The article reviews the book "Charlie Joe Jackson's Guide to Not Reading," by Tommy Greenwald.

Published
2011

24. Princess Kim and Too Much Trust.

Author

Hartle, Anna

Subjects
PICTURE books, FICTION
Abstract

The article reviews the book "Princess Kim and Too Much Trust," by Maryann Cocca-Leffler.

Published
2011

25. The Case of the Missing Books: Getting Kids to Read.

Author

Larson, Jeanette

Subjects
MYSTERY fiction, BOOKS & reading, FICTION, READING
Abstract

Cites books that spur the interest of kids to read, encourage curiosity and learning, and promote reading for pleasure. Recommended mystery and adventure books that include puzzles and fast-moving plots for children and youth; Topics of most mystery and adventure books for children; Suggested titles under the genre; Factors that contribute to the growing magnitude of readers who are interested in reading detective and mystery stories.

Published
2004

26. FICTION.

Subjects
BOOKS & reading, CHILDREN, FICTION
Abstract

The article presents description of various books based on child fiction. "Utterly Me, Clarice Bean," by Lauren Child. Clarice Bean, the brassy young heroine of three picture books, has graduated to a chapter book. Her "horrible" teacher has assigned the class a project in which they must show what they have learned from reading a book. When Clarice's best friend and partner on the project disappears, Clarice is paired with a naughty little boy. "The Cat Who Liked Potato Soup," by Terry Farish. This is a story about a old man and his old cat that is set in rural Texas. The language reflects the folksy dialect of the setting. The cat likes to go fishing with the old man, but more than that, she likes to eat his potato soup. The man loves the cat, but "not so you'd notice."

Published
2003

29. Rain.

Author

Cassady, Emily

Subjects
COMMUNICATION barriers, FICTION
Published
2015

31. The River.

Author

Van Auken, Lynn and Glantz, Shelley

Subjects
GRAPHIC novels, FICTION
Published
2014

32. All Four Stars.

Author

Kearney, Bernadette and Glantz, Shelley

Subjects
CHILDREN'S literature, FICTION
Published
2014

33. Alien Encounter.

Author

Karsten, Natalie and Glantz, Shelley

Subjects
HUMAN-alien encounters, FICTION
Published
2014

34. Snow Dog, Sand Dog.

Author

Luch, Janet and Glantz, Shelley

Subjects
CHILDREN'S literature, FICTION
Published
2014

35. Namesake.

Author

Sinofsky, Esther R. and Glantz, Shelley

Subjects
ADOLESCENT psychology, FICTION
Published
2014

36. Pi-Rat!

Author

Spear, Esther and Glantz, Shelley

Subjects
PICTURE books for children, RATS, FICTION
Published
2014

37. Spike: Ugliest Dog in the Universe.

Author

Hoppe, Kelly M. and Glantz, Shelley

Subjects
CHILDREN'S literature, FICTION
Abstract

The article reviews the book "Spike: Ugliest Dog in the Universe" by Debra Frasier.

Published
2014

39. Acrylics/Oil Paints/Pastels...

Author

Black, Susan and Glantz, Shelley

Subjects
FICTION
Abstract

The article reviews several books including "Acrylics," "Oil Paints," "Pastels" and "Watercolors."

Published
2014

40. Meeting Cezanne.

Author

Merrill, Amy and Glantz, Shelley

Subjects
CHILDREN'S literature, FICTION
Abstract

The article reviews the book "Meeting Cezanne" by Michael Morpurgo and illustrated by Francois Place.

Published
2014

41. Ozzie and the Art Contest.

Author

Van Dusen, Missy and Glantz, Shelley

Subjects
CHILDREN'S literature, FICTION
Abstract

The article reviews the book "Ozzie and the Art Contest" by Dana Sullivan.

Published
2014

42. The Silver Six.

Author

Gapp, Jenny and Glantz, Shelley

Subjects
SUPERHEROES, FICTION
Abstract

A review is presented for the graphic novel "The Silver Six," by A. J. Lieberman, illustrated by Darren Rawlings.

Published
2014

43. Famous Last Words.

Author

Smith, Karen M. and Glantz, Shelley

Subjects
TEENAGE girls, JOURNALISTS -- Fiction, FICTION
Abstract

A review of the book "Famous Last Words," by Jennifer Salvato Doktorski, is presented.

Published
2014

44. Petey and Pru and the Hullabaloo.

Author

Evey, Kay

Subjects
VOCABULARY in children's literature, PICTURE books for children, FICTION
Abstract

The article reviews the book "Petey and Pru and the Hullabaloo," written by Ammi-Joan Paquette and illustrated by Joy Ang.

Published
2013

45. Hank Finds an Egg.

Author

DeFranco, Jolene C.

Subjects
EGGS, PICTURE books for children, FICTION
Abstract

The article reviews the book "Hank Finds an Egg," by Rebecca Dudley.

Published
2013

48. KEEP TEENS READING FOR INFORMATION AND ENTERTAINMENT.

Author

Schulz, Cynthia

Subjects
READING interests of children, LITERACY, CRITICAL thinking studies, NONFICTION reading materials, FICTION, ELECTRONIC book readers, LITERATURE appreciation
Abstract

The article discusses ways to encourage 21st century U.S. children to read materials outside of what has been assigned to them for schoolwork, particularly commenting on the changing meanings of literacy in education. It addresses ways to promote fictional materials, research into the effect of electronic readers (e-readers) in comprehension, and teaching critical thinking skills through nonfiction offerings.

Published
2013

49. The Rules.

Author

Wright, Eileen

Subjects
BULLYING -- Juvenile fiction, FICTION
Abstract

The article reviews the book "The Rules" by Stacey Kade.

Published
2013

50. Rain!

Author

Glantz, Shelley

Subjects
RAINFALL, FICTION
Abstract

The article reviews the book "Rain!" by Linda Ashman, illustrated by Christian Robinson.

Published
2013