![Crispin: The Cross of Lead](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0786816589.jpg?itok=MYeAHSth)
In this Newbery Medal-winning novel, Crispin is falsely accused of murder and must flee his medieval town to save his life. But, just as he’s leaving, he learns from the village priest that his parents’ origins — and fates — might be more mysterious than he ever imagined… (2003 Newbery Medal Winner)
Crispin: The Cross of Lead
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When Danitra leaves the city for a summer with her family in the country, she and best friend Zuri write to each other about their days. The free verse and softly hued, realistic illustrations convey the warmth of both summer and the girls’ friendship.
Danitra Brown Leaves Town
![No, David!](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0590930028.jpg?itok=Fspqrmch)
“No, David,” wails his mother, as David reaches for the cookie jar. “No! No! No!” as he makes a swamp out of the bathroom. “Come back here, David!” as he runs naked down the street. David is an energetic little rascal who is constantly getting into trouble.
No, David!
![David Goes to School](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0590480871.jpg?itok=EbwggRNv)
David Goes to School
![Detective LaRue: Letters from the Investigation](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0439458684.jpg?itok=PWem-7UZ)
Ike LaRue, famous correspondent (introduced in Dear Mrs. LaRue) known by readers as a four-legged letter writer with a flair for exaggeration now turns to solving the mysterious disappearance of neighborhood cats.
Detective LaRue: Letters from the Investigation
![Doodler Doodling](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0688166458.jpg?itok=rW2PJl_-)
As a child doodles and draws, she plays with lively language and creates all that she’s illustrated. Which comes first, the doodles or the words? Well, it’s a tantalizing tangle to untwist tongues and identify illustrations.
Doodler Doodling
![Dragon Rider](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0439456959.jpg?itok=aFt04OFP)
When an orphaned boy fulfills an ancient prophesy and becomes a dragon rider to help Firedrake find the Rim of Heaven, he finds more than just adventure. The fantastic journey is filled with characters from folklore, and the classic struggle between good and evil makes a spirited good read aloud.
Dragon Rider
![Duck, Duck, Goose! A Coyote's on the Loose!](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0060508027.jpg?itok=BPvWMwWC)
The ducks and goose start the animals’ frenzied flight when they see a mostly hidden animal and exclaim, “A coyote’s on the loose!” Colorful, comic illustrations culminate in a house in a rain storm where the “coyote” turns out to be a small white rabbit.
Duck, Duck, Goose! A Coyote’s on the Loose!
![Duck's Key: Where Can It Be?](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/1929132727.jpg?itok=Yvzfp_-J)
Duck has lost the keys to his big red truck. While he looks for them, readers lift the flap to see that Frog is hiding them, leading Duck to the car where the keys are hidden in plain sight! Frog’s joke is sure to please the youngest reader as they predict where the keys will turn up next.
Duck’s Key: Where Can It Be?
![Dumpy La Rue](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0805063854.jpg?itok=HSItRQ57)
Dumpy La Rue
![Egg-Drop Blues](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0618250808.jpg?itok=WQzDIn9x)
Judge is desperate. His mother has threatened to send him to a different school next year. To prove he can succeed at his current school, Judge needs to bring up his grades. After weeks of hard work — all while dealing with his sometimes difficult brother and his dyslexia — Judge’s hopes depend on winning a science competition. Soon it all comes down to the egg drop.
Egg-Drop Blues
![Ellington Was Not a Street](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0689828845.jpg?itok=1P4eRjDW)
Handsome illustrations of Shange’s evocative poem, “Mood Indigo,” pay homage to the many African American icons and visionaries who came to the author’s house when she was a child. From W.E.B. DuBois to Duke Ellington, the people we now know as luminaries are seen from the perspective of a young girl. This book is sure to generate discussion.
Ellington Was Not a Street
![Emma's Strange Pet](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0064442594.jpg?itok=W304EkI6)
Even though she has allergies, Emma wants a pet for her birthday. Not only does Emma find an acceptable and intriguing pet, she convinces her parents that her younger brother Max needs one, too.
Emma’s Strange Pet
![Encyclopedia Brown, Boy Detective](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0553157248.jpg?itok=40dZoYku)
Encyclopedia Brown comes by his name honestly: he often seems like a walking book of knowledge. But this fifth grader knows how to put his knowledge to use — much to the disgust of the bad guys! At the end of each chapter, Encyclopedia Brown solves the mystery and readers are asked if they know how. The clever answers are at the book of the book.
Encyclopedia Brown, Boy Detective
![Esperanza Rising](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/043912042X_0.jpg?itok=P2MX5Grq)
Instead of celebrating her 13th birthday in her prosperous Mexican home as she expected, Esperanza must adjust to the murder of her father, the loss of her house and wealth, and her new life as a farm worker in California. This readable coming-of-age novel is based on the life of the author’s grandmother.
Esperanza Rising
![My Father's Dragon](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0375856951.jpg?itok=bNbN6fEO)
A boy sets off to rescue a baby dragon and has a series of adventures before the happy conclusion. Though written long ago, the slightly eccentric tale continues to engage young readers.
My Father’s Dragon
![First Grade Friends: The Class Trip](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0439067553.jpg?itok=ZiHVC2gR)
First Grade Friends: The Class Trip
![My Five Senses](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/006445083X.jpg?itok=u8HDUrsk)
Children are encouraged to explore their world and their five senses in this informative and engaging introduction to sight, smell, touch, taste, and sound.
My Five Senses
![Flora's Blanket](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0531303055.jpg?itok=Zjqd0OYa)
Though her family tries to replace it, Little Flora, a young rabbit, can’t sleep because her blanket is missing. After much anxiety, the blanket is uncovered and all is well again.
Flora’s Blanket
![Fly!](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0786806524.jpg?itok=rMzZcyfx)
Fly!
![Frog and Toad All Year](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0064440591.jpg?itok=nNs6fW1w)
For fans of these famous amphibians, this story continues Frog and Toad’s saga and gives a glimpse of what the two friends are up to all year long. They frolic together over four seasons, with a story for each, plus one for Christmas. Glide down the snow-covered hill with Toad, hunt for spring with Frog, and discover just who is hiding under all that melted chocolate ice cream.
Frog and Toad All Year
![Geraldine's Blanket](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0688078109.jpg?itok=oYu0ukY3)
Geraldine’s parents think it’s time for her to give up her old, tattered, but much loved pink baby blanket. Instead, Geraldine comes up with an inventive way to keep it with her always.
Geraldine’s Blanket
![Giggle Fit: Silly Knock-Knocks](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/1402701217.jpg?itok=ed_Q30jy)
Knock-knock jokes – many of them real groaners, all of them sure to generate chortles – are arranged in alphabetical order. Knock-knock. Who’s there? Amen. Amen who? Amen in hot water again! Or try Boo. Boo who? Well, you don’t have to cry about it! An index is included to help you find the perfect joke for any occasion.
Giggle Fit: Silly Knock-Knocks
![We're Going on a Bear Hunt](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0689815816.jpg?itok=3koeILPz)
A father and his children go over, under, and through while on an exciting bear hunt in this retelling of a traditional chant. Illustrations alternate between black and white and color, enhancing the engaging repetition and the exciting chase — all the way home!