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Owen & Mzee: The True Story of a Remarkable Friendship by Isabella Hatkoff and Craig Hatkoff and Paula Kahumbu Staff Pick The true tale of an unlikely friendship, Owen and Mzee is an important illustration of peace and camaraderie, especially in these fraught times. Filled with wonderful photographs that will warm the heart, this is truly a story to be savored.... (read more) List Price $16.99 Your price: $4.50 Used - Hardcover
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Bread and Roses, Too by Katherine Paterson Staff Pick Bread and Roses, Too is a beautifully written novel set in 1912. It tells the story of a young woman coming of age as her family participates in the groundbreaking strike at the Vermont Mills. Well-researched and important, this book paints a full... (read more) List Price $6.99 Your price: $5.50 Used - Hardcover
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The Frog Princess by E. D. Baker Staff Pick This debut novel follows the adventures of fourteen-year-old Princess Emeralda and the talking frog she meets one day in the swamp. The frog begs her to give him a kiss so that he will turn back into Prince Eadric, his identity before an evil witch... (read more) List Price $15.95 Your price: $9.50 Used - Hardcover
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The Silver Donkey by Sonya Hartnett and Don Powers Staff Pick In this poignant and captivating story, two sisters find a wounded soldier in the woods. They take care of him, and in return, he tells them four beautiful tales about a humble donkey. This is a moving story of war and peace, devotion and compassion... (read more) List Price $15.99 Your price: $5.50 Used - Hardcover
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Americans Who Tell the Truth (05 Edition) by Robert Shetterly Staff Pick The quotes and brief biographies in Americans Who Tell the Truth are a perfect introduction to begin discussions with children about patriotism, truth, and integrity. Some of America's most memorable and admirable historical figures, from a broad range... (read more) List Price $18.99 Your price: $10.00 Used - Hardcover
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Nanny Mcphee by Christianna Brand Staff Pick This delightful, entertaining tale was written forty years ago and is finally back in print. Nanny McPhee is a British version of Mrs. Piggle Wiggle, complete with extremely naughty children and a governess who knows how to deal with them with warmth and... (read more) List Price $7.95 Your price: $1.00 Used - Trade Paper
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The Castle Corona by Sharon Creech Staff Pick A wonderfully illustrated tale that will delight and entertain readers. Creech's stories are full of wisdom, and tales woven with wizards, kings, queens, and peasants still ring true in our present age. A wonderful gift for this time of the year.... (read more) List Price $18.99 Your price: $8.50 Used - Hardcover
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