Pioneer Elementary Accelerated Reader

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Author Title AR BL AR Pts Description No.of Pages Have Book
Aardema, Verna Why Mosquitoes Buzz in People's Ears 4 0.5 A mosquito tells a tall tale that sets off a chain reaction. Charming picture book lavishly illustrated in full color. 26 Y
Abbott, Tony Danger Guys 2.9 1 While attending the grand opening of Danger Guy, an adventure store, Noodle and Zeek become involved with thieves who are looting an ancient temple and stealing artifacts. 69 Y
Ackerman, Karen Night Crossing, The 5.3 1 When the Nazis invade Austria, Clara's Jewish family flees to Switzerland. 56 Y
Ackerman, Karen Song and Dance Man 4 0.5 Grandpa demonstrates for his visiting grandchildren some of the songs, dances, and jokes he performed when he was a vaudevillian. 21 Y
Ada, Alma Flor Friends 3.9 0.5 The story of friendship and neighbors working together. 16 Y
Ada, Alma Flor Kite, The 1.1 0.5 When the string breaks and the kite Mama made for the children flys away, they discover a lost kitten while looking for the kite. 14 Y
Adams, Richard Watership Down 6.2 25 Picaresque saga of a maverick band of rabbits who set out against all odds on a quest for a new society. 478 Y
Adler, C.S. Eddie's Blue-Winged Dragon 4.4 4 A sixth-grader with cerebral palsy becomes the owner of a brass dragon, which helps him out in some of the battles he faces due to his handicap. 144 Y
Adler, C.S. Ghost Brother 4.2 5 Wishing to be like his older but dead brother, who often materializes to give Wally advice and support, Wally enters a skateboarding competition and finally gains the confidence to be himself. 150 Y
Adler, David A. Cam Jansen and the Mystery at the Monkey House 3.7 1 The fifth-grade sleuth uses her photographic memory to catch the monkey kidnappers at the city zoo. 56
Adler, David A. Cam Jansen and the Mystery of the Babe Ruth Baseball 3.8 1 Cam Jansen has the perfect chance to show off her amazing mental camera at the community hobby show. When a prized baseball is stolen, Cam's memory is put to the test. 57 Y
Adler, David A. Cam Jansen and the Mystery of the Dinosaur Bones 3.8 1 When she notices some bones missing from a dinosaur skeleton exhibited in the museum, a young girl with a photographic memory tries to discover who has been taking them and why. 56 Y
Adler, David A. Cam Jansen and the Mystery of the Monster Movie 3.9 1 When Cam goes to see the new monster movie, someone steals the last half of it--but can she find out who it was? 57 Y
Adler, David A. Cam Jansen and the Mystery of the Stolen Diamonds 3.2 1 A fifth-grader with a photographic memory and her friend Eric help solve the mystery of the stolen diamonds. 58 Y
Adler, David A. School Trouble for Andy Russell 3.7 2 When their regular teacher is sick, Andy's fourth-grade class gets a substitute teacher, providing lots of opportunities for Andy and his friends to get in trouble. 118 Y
Adler, Susan S. Meet Samantha 3.8 1 In 1904, Samantha and her servant friend try to learn what happened to the seamstress who suddenly left her job. 61 Y
Adler, Susan S. Samantha Learns a Lesson 4.3 1 Samantha is determined to help nine-year-old Nellie, attending school for the first time, with her school work and learns a great deal herself about what it is like to be a poor child and work in a factory. 61 Y
Aiken, Joan Wolves of Willoughby Chase, The 6.5 7 After two children are chased by wolves and their parents are lost at sea, they escape and travel four hundred miles to London. 168 Y
Alborough, Jez Watch Out! Big Bro's Coming 2 0.5 Terror spreads through the jungle as animals hear the news that rough, tough Big Bro is coming. 24 Y
Alcott, Louisa May Jo's Boys (Unabridged) 8.8 18 The story of a teacher's struggle to unlock the mystery of a child's pain and rediscover the child who has been lost to a world far more sinister than anyone could suspect. 350 Y
Alcott, Louisa May Little Women (Part I and II) (Unabridged) 7.9 33 This story is based on the family life of the author and her sisters and their diverse personalities as they grew up. This complete edition contains both Book 1 "Little Women," and Book 2 "Good Wives." 475
Alexander, Lloyd Arkadians, The 5.4 8 To escape the wrath of the king and his wicked soothsayers, an honest young man joins with a poet-turned-jackass and a young girl with mystical powers on a series of epic adventures. 270 Y
Alexander, Lloyd Black Cauldron, The 5.2 7 In Prydain, a young Assistant Pig-Keeper achieves honor in a quest to destroy the evil Black Cauldron. 229 Y
Alexander, Lloyd Book of Three, The 5.3 7 Taran sets out with some strangely assorted companions to save his beloved land. 224 Y
Alexander, Lloyd Castle of Llyr, The 5.4 7 While undergoing training to be a princess, Eilonwy learns about magic for evil purposes. 206 Y
Alexander, Lloyd First Two Lives of Lukas-Kasha, The 5.2 7 After paying a silver penny to encourage a magician to perform in the town square, a carpenter's helper is conjured to a strange place where the people call him King of Abadan. 213 Y
Alexander, Lloyd Fortune-Tellers, The 4.6 0.5 A carpenter goes to a fortune teller and finds the predictions about his future coming true in an unusual way. 27 Y
Alexander, Lloyd High King, The 6.1 11 When the sword of Dyrnwyn falls into the hands of Arawn Death-Lord, Taran and his friends raise an army to march against him. 304 Y
Alexander, Lloyd Illyrian Adventure, The 5.5 5 Vesper Holly sails to the tiny country of Illyria to search for the treasure and magical army of King Vartan by the author of the Prydain Chronicles. 132 Y
Alexander, Lloyd Kestrel, The 5.2 9 With war in Westmark and the assumption of the throne by Mickie, all Theo's talents are needed, as well as those of his former companions. 244
Alexander, Lloyd Taran Wanderer 6.2 9 Taran, Assistant Pig-Keeper, who wants to be a hero, goes questing for his parentage. 254 Y
Alexander, Lloyd Time Cat 4.7 5 Jason and his magic cat Gareth travel through time to visit countries all over the world during different periods of history. 206 Y
Alexander, Lloyd Wizard in the Tree, The 5.4 5 Mallory's encounter with the wizard in the tree begins a chain of events that change the lives of the villagers dominated by a suspicious squire. 138 Y
Alexander, Sue Lila on the Landing 3.1 1 Lila, always the last to be chosen for games by the other children, earns their interest and acceptance by creating her own imaginative activities on the landing of her apartment house. 55
Algie, Amy Little Red Hen, The 1.4 0.5 The little red hen has to do all the work. 24
Aliki Medieval Feast, A 4.6 0.5 Describes the preparations and celebration of a medieval feast held at an English manor house entertaining royal guests. 27 Y
Aliki Mummies Made in Egypt 5.2 0.5 Unravels the secret of the ancient Egyptian art of mummy-making. 27 Y
Aliki My Five Senses 2 0.5 Simple words and sparkling pictures develop the child's understanding of his senses - what they are and what he learns through them about the world. 32 Y
Aliki Story of Johnny Appleseed, The 3.9 0.5 Legend of gentle pioneer who turned American landscape into an orchard. 31 Y
Allard, Harry Bumps in the Night 2.9 0.5 When he discovers his house is haunted, Dudley Stork enlists the help of his friends to find out what is causing the spooky noises. 48 Y
Allard, Harry Miss Nelson Has a Field Day 3 0.5 The notorious Miss Swamp reappears at the Horace B. Smedley School, this time to shape up the football team and make them win at least one game. 32 Y
Allard, Harry Miss Nelson Is Back 2.7 0.5 While Miss Nelson is recuperating from her tonsillectomy, her class dreads the arrival of Miss Swamp, the substitute teacher. 32 Y
Allard, Harry Miss Nelson Is Missing! 2.7 0.5 Miss Nelson has the worst-behaved class in school; then Miss Swamp turns up to straighten things out. Who is Miss Swamp? That's the mystery. 32 Y
Allen, John Logan Jedediah Smith and the Mountain Men of the American West 9.2 5 This book chronicles the exploits of the mountain men who opened many trails and passages through the American West in the early 19th century. 119 Y
Allen, Linda When Grandfather's Parrot Inherited Kennsington Court 4.4 1 Appalled that Grandfather left his inheritance to his parrot, the relatives seek to break the will; but young Miranda, who is caring for the parrot, makes a discovery that settles everything. 68
Almond, David Skellig 3.5 4 An unusual being enters the life of Michael, a boy whose family has moved into a new house and whose baby sister is gravely ill. Michael's loneliness and isolation lead to a special friendship with the being called Skellig. 182 Y
Alonso, Fernando Little Red Hen, The 2.6 0.5 The adventures of a little red hen as he carries the wheat crop to market. 16 Y
Alphin, Elaine Marie Ghost Cadet 5.5 6 Twelve-year-old Benjy, in Virginia visiting the grandmother he has never met, meets the ghost of a Virginia Military Institute cadet who was killed in the Battle of New Market in 1864 and helps him recover his family's treasured gold watch. 182 Y
Alschuler, William UFOs and Aliens 6.7 2 What are our chances of finding life on other worlds? What might it be like if it exists? 137
Amery, Heather Looking at...Brachiosaurus 5.4 0.5 Describes the physical characteristics and probable behavior of this herbivorous dinosaur with spiked thumbs. 24 Y
Amery, Heather Looking at...Chasmosaurus 5.4 0.5 Learn more about this prehistoric creature from the Cretaceous Period. 24
Amery, Heather Looking at...Plesiosaurus 5.5 0.5 An introduction to the ocean-going reptile of the warm Jurassic period. 24
Amery, Heather Looking at...Protoceratops 5.3 0.5 A realistic and scientifically accurate picture of a Protoceratop dinosaur's daily life. 24 Y
Amery, Heather Looking at...Stegosaurus 5.4 0.5 A scientific look at Stegosaurus, a dinosaur from the Jurassic period. 24 Y
Amery, Heather Looking at...Tyrannosaurus rex 5.5 0.5 A realistic and scientifically accurate picture of a Tyrannosaurus rex dinosaur's daily life. 24 Y
Amery, Heather Looking at...Velociraptor 5.3 0.5 Enter the world of the small, fierce predator that lived in the Gobi Desert during the Cretaceous period. 24 Y
Andersen, Hans Christian Nightingale, The 4.7 0.5 Despite being neglected by the emperor for a jewel-studded bird, the little nightingale revives the dying ruler with its beautiful song. 32
Andersen, Hans Christian Ugly Duckling, The 4.5 0.5 Turned away by his own family and ridiculed by other creatures, the ugly duckling begins a lonely journey to find acceptance. Share his triumph when a surprising discovery turns his sadness to joy. 30 Y
Andersen/Bazilian Red Shoes, The 4.3 0.5 This book is a retelling of the Hans Christian Andersen fairy tale in which a girl's desire for a pair of red dancing shoes almost dooms her to dance forever. 30
Anderson, Laurie Halse Turkey Pox 3.1 0.5 Charity has the chicken pox, there's a terrible snowstorm outside, and it looks like the Chatfields will have to spend Thanksgiving without Nana and her wonderful roast turkey stuffing and cranberries. 29 Y
Anderson/Moesta Jedi Under Siege 6.7 5 The young Jedi knights must fight to protect the Jedi academy from the dark side; if they are defeated, a final cloak of darkness will fall over the entire galaxy. 218
Anthony, Laurence Looking at...Troodon 6.4 0.5 Examines the physical characteristics, habitat, behavior, and enemies of Troodon, one of the most-advanced dinosaurs of all. 24 Y
Antonopulos, Barbara Abominable Snowman, The 5.2 1 Briefly describes evidence that large ape-like creatures or Yeti live in the Himalaya Mountains. 48
Applegate, K.A. Alien, The 3.7 4 Ax and his friends know they have to stop the Yeerks. 159 Y
Applegate, K.A. Capture, The 3.6 4 Jake finds out his brother is one of them. Tobias stays in his morph too long. Jake and friends find out where the Yeerk base is. 154 Y
Applegate, K.A. Departure, The 3.8 4 When Cassie decides to leave the Animorphs, she is unaware that her last mission left unsolved business and someone is out to finish her. 159 Y
Applegate, K.A. Discovery, The 3.8 4 Part one of a trilogy: The blue box Elfangor is found by a kid named David who discovers its power. Now the choices left are to turn David over to the Yeerks or make him the sixth Animorph. 153 Y
Applegate, K.A. Encounter, The 3.8 4 It is four kids and a hawk against a force that is determined to destroy them. 154 Y
Applegate, K.A. Escape, The 4 4 Marco's mother is taken over by the Yeerk in her brain, and now she is overseeing a secret underwater project. 163 Y
Applegate, K.A. Invasion, The 3.7 5 Jake and his friends take a shortcut one night and meet an alien after his ship crashes. 184 Y
Applegate, K.A. Predator, The 3.6 4 Marco is worried about his father, but the Yeerks have a surprise waiting for him. 150 Y
Applegate, K.A. Stranger, The 3.7 4 Rachel and the other Animorphs have found the new entrance to the Yeerk pool. Some guy is also giving them the choice of living on a different planet or staying on Earth to fight the Yeerks. 163 Y
Applegate, K.A. Warning, The 3.9 4 Jake finds that there are other people out there who know about the Yeerks. Maybe. 146 Y
Arkin, Alan Lemming Condition, The 4.3 1 A young lemming is haunted by doubts about the purpose of the great march westward to the sea. 58
Armstrong, William H. Sounder 5.3 3 Angry and humiliated when his sharecropper father is jailed for stealing food for his family, a young black boy grows in courage and understanding by learning to read with the help of a devoted dog, Sounder. 116 Y
Arnold, Tedd Parts 2.8 0.5 A five-year-old boy thinks his body is falling apart until he learns new teeth grow, and hair and skin replace themselves. 28 Y
Atwater, Richard/Florence Mr. Popper's Penguins 5.6 3 Mr. Popper trains his band of penguins to star in a vaudeville tour. 139 Y
Auch, Mary Jane Glass Slippers Give You Blisters 4.4 5 Kelly's involvement in helping design a production of her junior high school's drama club, spurred on by encouragement from her artistic grandmother, helps her discover her own artistic identity. 169 Y
Avi Barn, The 3.9 2 Ben is called back from school to his family's Oregon farm when his father becomes ill. 106 Y
Avi Blue Heron 4 5 While spending the month of August on the Massachusetts shore with her father, stepmother, and their new baby, almost thirteen-year-old Maggie finds beauty in and draws strength from a great blue heron, even as the family around her unravels. 186 Y
Avi Devil's Race 3.4 4 Sixteen-year-old John Proud is tormented by the ghost of an evil ancestor, with his own name and his own face, who was hanged in 1854 for being a demon. 152 Y
Avi Midnight Magic 4.7 6 In Italy in 1491, Magnus the Magician and his apprentice are summoned to the castle of King Claudio to determine if his daughter is indeed being haunted by a ghost. 247 Y
Avi Nothing but the Truth 3.6 4 A ninth-grader's suspension for humming "The Star-Spangled Banner" during homeroom becomes a national news story. 177 Y
Avi Perloo the Bold 4.9 7 In this wild adventure Perloo, a rabbit-like Montmer, travels over snowy mountains, through underground tunnels, and into enemy territory and alters the future of Montmers everywhere. 225 Y
Avi Romeo and Juliet Together (and Alive) at Last 5.4 3 In this sequel to S. O. R. Losers, Ed masterminds a plan to bring Saltz and the girl of his dreams together on stage. 122 Y
Avi Smugglers' Island 4 5 Pete, a lonely and timid eleven-year-old who has just made friends with an adventurous girl named Rootie, hides on Cutlass Island with his alcoholic father, waiting for the gunman his father fears will kill him. 178 Y
Avi Something Upstairs 4.1 3 When he moves from Los Angeles to Providence, Rhode Island, Kenny discovers that his new house is haunted by the spirit of a black slave boy who asks Kenny to return with him to the early nineteenth century and prevent his murder by slave traders. 116 Y
Avi True Confessions of Charlotte Doyle, The 5.3 8 As the lone "young lady" on a transatlantic voyage in 1832, Charlotte learns that the captain is murderous and the crew rebellious. 215 Y
Avi Windcatcher 4 3 During a summer visit to his grandmother's home in Connecticut, a young boy learns to sail, discovers a sunken treasure, and wards off greedy treasure hunters. 124 Y
Avi-Yonah, Michael Dig This! How Archaeologists Uncover Our Past 9.1 2 Discusses methods of archaeological excavations, ancient civilizations, the history of archaeology, and pioneers in the field. 91 Y
Awdry, W. Happy Birthday, Thomas! 1.1 0.5 Thomas the train engine thinks that all the other engines are too busy to help him celebrate his birthday, but he is in for a surprise. 29
Awdry, W. Thomas and the School Trip 1.1 0.5 The cheeky little blue engine takes schoolchildren home after a visit to the railyard. 29 Y
Axelrod, Amy Pigs Will Be Pigs: Fun with Math and Money 2.7 0.5 The hungry Pig family learns about money and buying power as they turn the house upside down looking for enough money to buy dinner at the local restaurant. 30 Y
Ayers, Patricia Kid's Guide to How Plants Grow, A 4.7 0.5 This book briefly describes how different kinds of plants grow and reproduce, as well as their importance to life on Earth. 24 Y
Aylesworth, Jim Gingerbread Man, The 2.7 0.5 A freshly baked gingerbread man escapes when he is taken out of the oven and eludes a number of pursuers until he meets a clever fox. 28
Aylesworth, Jim Old Black Fly 1.4 0.5 Rhyming text and illustrations follow a mischievous old black fly through the alphabet as he has a very busy bad day landing where he should not be. 30 Y
Babbitt, Natalie Kneeknock Rise 4.4 2 Egan goes to visit relatives in Instep, where he encounters an unusual moan that comes from the top of Kneeknock Rise. 118 Y
Babbitt, Natalie Search for Delicious, The 5.4 4 The Prime Minister is compiling a dictionary; and when no one at court can agree on the meaning of delicious, the King sends his twelve-year-old messenger to poll the country. 167 Y
Babbitt, Natalie Tuck Everlasting 5 4 Winnie Foster meets the mysterious Tuck family, who drank from a magical spring and found they must live forever without aging. 139 Y
Bailey, Carolyn Sherwin Miss Hickory 5.9 4 When a country doll is left outside for the winter, she must depend on her own resources to survive. 123
Bailey, Linda How Can a Frozen Detective Stay Hot on the Trail? 3.8 5 Stevie and her partner Jesse have to keep Jesse's uncle out of jail. 163 Y
Bailey, Linda How Can I Be a Detective If I Have to Baby-sit? 3.7 5 While staying with her father at a tree-planting camp in the Canadian wilderness, twelve-year-old Stevie discovers that she can combine baby-sitting with detective work. 157 Y
Bailey, Linda How Come the Best Clues Are Always in the Garbage? 3.9 5 When a thief steals money from her mom's Garbage Busters project, Stephanie, a sixth-grader, identifies herself as "Stevie Diamond, Detective" and sets off to find the culprit. 175 Y
Bailey, Linda Who's Got Gertie? And How Can We Get Her Back? 3.8 5 Stevie and Jesse try to find Gertie Wiggins, film actress and friend, who has been kidnapped. 174 Y
Baker, Barbara Third Grade Is Terrible 2.7 1 Liza is convinced third grade is going to be great, until she gets to school that first day and everything starts going wrong. 106
Baker, Carin Greenberg Pride of the Green Mountains 5 3 With her father away fighting in the Civil War and her mother struggling to keep their Vermont dairy farm, ten year old Rosaline tries to come up with a plan that will save their home without selling her beloved Morgan horse, Major. 122
Baker, Keith Magic Fan, The 3.7 0.5 Despite the laughter of his fellow villagers, Yoshi uses his building skills to make a boat to catch the moon, a kite to reach the clouds, and a bridge that mimics the rainbow and saves the villagers from a tidal wave. 15 Y
Ball, Brian Quest for Queenie, The 4.1 1 Harry and Jill are chosen by a magic talking sword to rescue a damsel from the Bad Wizard in Mandragora, but the damsel is Harry's complacent fat spaniel, and she decides she wants to stay in Mandragora. 78
Ballard, Robert D. Finding the Titanic 4 0.5 Describes the voyage of the Titanic, the accident that caused it to sink, the rescue of those who survived, and discovery of the wreck. 48 Y
Banks, Lynne Reid Adventures of King Midas, The 5 4 King Midas travels far and wide to reverse the spell that turns everything into gold. 153 Y
Banks, Lynne Reid Fairy Rebel, The 4.2 3 A rebellious fairy named Tiki, already in trouble for breaking the rule against wearing jeans, risks the further wrath of the fairy queen by trying to fulfill a human's special request for help. 118 Y
Banks, Lynne Reid I, Houdini 6.2 5 A boastful hamster with exceptional talent as an escape artist, recounts his experiences chewing, wriggling, or squeezing his way out of various closed areas in his quest for the great outside. 127 Y
Banks, Lynne Reid Indian in the Cupboard, The 4.6 6 A young boy discovers that his magic cupboard and key can turn toys into live people and animals. 181 Y
Banks, Lynne Reid Return of the Indian, The 4.6 5 In this sequel to Indian In The Cupboard, Omri brings Little Bear to life again and begins a spellbinding adventure. 189 Y
Banks, Lynne Reid Secret of the Indian, The 5.2 5 In this third book about Omri and his magic cupboard, Omri and his friend Patrick must risk grown-ups discovering their secret when they find themselves in need of a friend whose toy plastic doctors can be brought to life to save wounded people. 147 Y
Baquedano, Elizabeth Aztec, Inca & Maya (Eyewitness) 7.9 1 Discover the mysterious world of these ancient peoples, their beliefs, rituals, and fascinating civilizations. 63 Y
Bare, Colleen Stanley Never Grab a Deer by the Ear 4.2 0.5 Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, and life cycle of the two native deer species in North America, the whitetail and the mule deer. 31 Y
Bargar/Johnson Anacondas (Snake Discovery) 5.2 0.5 An introduction to the physical characteristics, habits, natural environment, and relationship to human beings of the various species of anacondas. 24
Bargar/Johnson Boa Constrictors (Snake Discovery) 5 0.5 Discusses the natural habitats, physical characteristics, life cycle, and behavior of these non-poisonous snakes. 24 Y
Bargar/Johnson Cobras (Snake Discovery) 4.5 0.5 An introduction to the physical characteristics, natural environment, and relationship to human beings of the various species of cobras. 24
Bargar/Johnson Copperheads (Snake Discovery) 4.3 0.5 An introduction to the physical characteristics, natural environment, and relationship to human beings of the various species of Copperheads. 24 Y
Bargar/Johnson Cottonmouths (Snake Discovery) 4.6 0.5 An introduction to the physical characteristics, habits, natural environment, and relationship to human beings of various species of cottonmouths, also known as water moccasins. 24 Y
Bargar/Johnson Mambas (Snake Discovery) 5 0.5 An introduction to the physical characteristics, habits, natural environment, and relationship to human beings of the various species of mambas. 24
Bargar/Johnson Pythons (Snake Discovery) 5.5 0.5 Introduces the nonpoisonous python--one of the world's largest snakes, which may grow to a length of 33 feet. 24
Bargar/Johnson Rat Snakes (Snake Discovery) 4.8 0.5 Discusses the harmless rat snake, which benefits farmers by devouring thousands of rats each year. 24 Y
Barkan, Joanne Pup in King Arthur's Court, A 4.4 5 Using a computer, Joe and David decide to publish a sports newsletter that will put the school's existing one to shame. That reminds Wishbone of "A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur's Court," and he is transported back to medieval England. 164
Barkan, Joanne Tale of Two Sitters, A 4.6 5 Wishbone imagines himself as a wealthy Frenchman who must flea his homeland when war breaks out. 157
Barnes, Johnny Ray Bad Circuits (Strange Matter) 4.1 3 Stephanie discovers the shocking invention that her cousin Daniel is entering in the local science competition. 115
Barnes, Johnny Ray Frozen Dinners (Strange Matter) 4.3 2 Left alone in the mountain home of their uncle during a blizzard, three children struggle against an attack by abominable snowmen who attempt to break into the house. 118
Barnes, Johnny Ray Knightmare (Strange Matter) 4.7 3 Dared by a school friend, Mitchell steals a valuable artifact from an elaborate suit of armor at the museum, beginning a series of terrifying nightmares that could turn out to be all too real. 125
Barnes, Johnny Ray Midnight Game (Strange Matter), The 3.8 2 Tyler finds a ticket to a midnight football game, a final showdown between dead rivals who are fighting for the chance to come back to life again. 118
Barnes, Johnny Ray Place to Hide (Strange Matter), A 4.3 3 While searching the Dark Woods for a lost fort, twelve-year-old Trey and his friends encounter horrible scaly monsters that seem intent on stopping them. 126
Barracca, Debra Adventures of Taxi Dog, The 3 0.5 A stray dog in New York city is adopted by a taxi driver with whom he therafter rides and shares adventures each day. 30 Y
Barre, Michel Animal Relationships 6.7 1 This book examines how animals relate to one another, discussing predators, parasites, animals that move in groups, and other topics. 48
Barre, Michel Animal Senses 6.9 1 This book discusses how different animals use their senses to find food, attract a mate, detect danger, bond with their young, and more. 48
Barre, Michel Animals and the Quest for Food 6.9 1 This book discusses some of the ways animals obtain, eat, and digest food. 48
Barre, Michel How Animals Move 6.1 1 This book describes the various methods of getting around used by different animals and why and how they move as they do. 48
Barre, Michel How Animals Protect Themselves 6 1 This book discusses some of the different ways animals provide shelter for themselves and protect themselves from predators, from bird's nests and beehives to camouflage and porcupine quills. 48
Barrett, Judi Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs 4.3 0.5 Life is delicious in the town of Chewandswallow, where it rains soup and juice, snows mashed potatoes, and blows storms of hamburgers--until the weather takes a turn for the worse. 28 Y
Barrie, James M. Peter Pan 7.2 8 The adventures of Peter Pan, the boy who would not grow up, have delighted readers for nearly a century. 242 Y
Barry, Robert Mr. Willowby's Christmas Tree 3.5 0.5 Mr. Willowby's Christmas tree is too tall, but what will happen to the tree's top once it's cut off? 32 Y
Barry, Sheila World's Most Spine-Tingling "True" Ghost Stories 6 3 Magical cat inspires Japanese artist to paint the greatest picture of his life. 96
Barton, Byron Dinosaurs, Dinosaurs 2.9 0.5 In prehistoric days, there were many different kinds of dinosaurs, big and small, those with spikes and those with long, sharp teeth. 33 Y
Bauer, Marion Dane On My Honor 4.7 2 A twelve-year-old boy must learn to live with his fear and grief when his swimming partner drowns. 90 Y
Baum, L. Frank Wonderful Wizard of Oz (Unabridged), The 7 7 Lifted from Kansas to the magical Land of Oz, Dorothy Gale meets a Scarecrow, a Tin Woodman, and a cowardly Lion, all of whom set off to find the Wizard and defeat the Wicked Witch of the West. 260 Y
Baylor, Byrd Amigo 3.6 0.5 Desperately wanting a pet to love, a boy decides to tame a prairie dog who has already decided to tame the boy for his own pet. 41 Y
Baylor, Byrd Hawk, I'm Your Brother 3.6 0.5 Lyrical storybook with spacious illustrations and poetic text. 42 Y
Beck, Andrea Elliot's Shipwreck 2.7 0.5 Elliot Moose decides that he and his friend, Socks, should build a ship and go sailing. 30 Y
Beckett, John World's Weirdest "True" Ghost Stories 6.4 3 Presents 35 brief tales of the supernatural, all of which are purported to be true. 96
Bellairs, John Figure in the Shadows, The 4.8 5 Entertaining occult novel in which chubby Lewis unlocks the supernatural powers in a magic amulet. 155 Y
Bellairs, John Letter, the Witch, and the Ring, The 4.7 6 Rose Rita tries to help a beleaguered witch and is plunged into a world of occult danger. 188 Y
Bemelmans, Ludwig Madeline 3.1 0.5 Madeline, smallest and naughtiest of the 12 little charges of Miss Clavel, wakes up one night with an attack of appendicitis. 43
Bemelmans, Ludwig Madeline's Rescue 3.2 0.5 A hound rescues a schoolgirl from the Seine, becomes a beloved school pet, is chased away by the trustees, and returns with a surprise. Caldecott Medal winner. 52 Y
Berendes, Mary Piranhas (Naturebooks) 3.8 0.5 Discusses the physical characteristics, behavior, habitat, and life cycle of piranhas. 32 Y
Berends, Polly Case of the Elevator Duck, The 4 1 This book tells the story of an eleven-year-old detective and his adventures after finding a duck in the elevator of his apartment building. 54 Y
Berenstain, Stan/Jan Bear Detectives, The 2.2 0.5 The Bear family don their detective gear and try to solve the mystery of the missing prize pumpkin. 37 Y
Berenstain, Stan/Jan Bear Scouts, The 2.3 0.5 Papa Bear shows the cubs the ins and outs of camping. 62 Y
Berenstain, Stan/Jan Bears' Christmas, The 1.9 0.5 Papa Bear tries to show his son how to use the sled, skates, and skis Santa brought for Christmas. 59 Y
Berenstain, Stan/Jan Bears' Picnic, The 1.9 0.5 The Bears try to find the right spot for their picnic. 64 Y
Berenstain, Stan/Jan Bears' Vacation, The 2 0.5 Papa Bear demonstrates his seaside safety rules when the Bears take a vacation. 63 Y
Berenstain, Stan/Jan Berenstain Bear Scouts and the Magic Crystal Caper, The 4.2 1 Grizzly Gran loves telling bearfolk the future with her crystal ball, but when her crystal turns up missing, the bear scouts try to help her solve the mystery. 102 Y
Berenstain, Stan/Jan Berenstain Bear Scouts and the Sci-Fi Pizza, The 3.9 1 Evil Weasel McGreed has cooked up something to destroy the Scouts. The monstrous flying pizza is getting ready to attack. 98 Y
Berenstain, Stan/Jan Berenstain Bear Scouts Ghost versus Ghost, The 4.7 2 The Bear Scouts are going for their Wilderness Survival Badge. Some bears think the Great Grizzly Forest is haunted, but the bears are going to try to survive one night in the woods of Great Grizzly. 98
Berenstain, Stan/Jan Berenstain Bear Scouts in Giant Bat Cave, The 4.4 1 Ralph Ripoff wants to turn the cave, home to Bear Country's bats, into an underground theme park! 96 Y
Berenstain, Stan/Jan Berenstain Bear Scouts Meet Bigpaw, The 4.4 1 The grown-ups of Bear Country want to attack Bigpaw, but is he really dangerous? 96
Berenstain, Stan/Jan Berenstain Bears Accept No Substitutes, The 3.7 1 Brother heads for trouble when he tortures the substitute teacher. 102 Y
Berenstain, Stan/Jan Berenstain Bears and Mama's New Job, The 3.9 0.5 Mama Bear goes into the quilt-making business, and the Bear family is worried that she will not have time for them. By pitching in and helping, the Bears learn things are not really so different with Mama working. 29 Y
Berenstain, Stan/Jan Berenstain Bears and the Bad Dream, The 3.2 0.5 After watching a scary movie, both Brother and Sister Bear are troubled by nightmares until Mama and Papa explain what causes bad dreams. 29 Y
Berenstain, Stan/Jan Berenstain Bears and the Bad Habit, The 3.9 0.5 With the help of her family, Sister Bear breaks her habit of biting her nails. 29 Y
Berenstain, Stan/Jan Berenstain Bears and the Big Road Race, The 1.7 0.5 Brother Bear in his little car slowly but surely beats out the other cars in this tortoise-and-hare story. 29 Y
Berenstain, Stan/Jan Berenstain Bears and the Blame Game, The 3.3 0.5 Members of the bear family try to solve their problems without playing the blame game. 29 Y
Berenstain, Stan/Jan Berenstain Bears and the Bully, The 3.4 0.5 The Berenstain Bears try to set a bully straight. 29 Y
Berenstain, Stan/Jan Berenstain Bears and the Double Dare, The 3.1 0.5 When Brother Bear is caught stealing watermelons on a dare, Farmer Ben gives him advice about standing up for what is right. 29 Y
Berenstain, Stan/Jan Berenstain Bears and the Drug Free Zone, The 4.4 1 Brother and Sister Bear just say no to drugs. 102 Y
Berenstain, Stan/Jan Berenstain Bears and the Female Fullback, The 4.1 1 Sexual stereotyping in Bear Country when a girl signs up for the football team. 102
Berenstain, Stan/Jan Berenstain Bears and the Ghost of the Forest, The 2.8 0.5 Papa Bear's attempt to scare a band of young campers by telling them about ghosts in the woods comes to an unexpected conclusion with a double ghost lesson. 29 Y
Berenstain, Stan/Jan Berenstain Bears and the In-Crowd, The 4.3 0.5 A rich new cub named Queenie McBear teases Sister Bear and steals her Double-Dutch partners away before the big tournament. 29 Y
Berenstain, Stan/Jan Berenstain Bears and the Messy Room, The 4.1 0.5 The entire Bear family becomes involved in an attempt to clean and organize the cubs' messy room. A First Time Book. 29 Y
Berenstain, Stan/Jan Berenstain Bears and the Missing Dinosaur Bone, The 1.8 0.5 The three Bear Detectives search for a dinosaur bone that is missing from the Bear Museum. 36 Y
Berenstain, Stan/Jan Berenstain Bears and the Missing Honey, The 2.6 0.5 Papa Bear's favorite blackberry honey disappears, and the Bear Detectives set out to find the culprit. A First Time Reader. 29 Y
Berenstain, Stan/Jan Berenstain Bears and the Nerdy Nephew, The 3.9 1 Professor Factual's nerdy nephew has a special talent. 102 Y
Berenstain, Stan/Jan Berenstain Bears and the New Girl in Town, The 3.8 1 Brother falls in love with a girl, but their relationship is thwarted by feuding families. 102 Y
Berenstain, Stan/Jan Berenstain Bears and the Prize Pumpkin, The 4.2 0.5 Mama Bear's reminders about the true meaning of Thanksgiving are left in the dust as the spirit of competition takes over and Papa Bear and the cubs begin a campaign to win first prize in the Thanksgiving Pumpkin contest. 29 Y
Berenstain, Stan/Jan Berenstain Bears and the Red-Handed Thief, The 3.7 1 Brother and Sister find out who is breaking into the lockers at school. 102 Y
Berenstain, Stan/Jan Berenstain Bears and the School Scandal Sheet, The 4.4 1 Frustrated by their lack of artistic freedom on the staff of the school newspaper, Brother Bear and his friends start an underground paper and discover some basic truths about freedom of the press and responsibility. 104 Y
Berenstain, Stan/Jan Berenstain Bears and the Sitter, The 3.4 0.5 Mom and Dad are going out. Gramps and Gran are, too. Who will stay home with the cubs? Just anyone won't do. . . . 29 Y
Berenstain, Stan/Jan Berenstain Bears and the Slumber Party, The 4.2 0.5 Lizzy Bruin's slumber party becomes even wilder when Too-Tall Grizzly and his friends decide to attend uninvited. 29 Y
Berenstain, Stan/Jan Berenstain Bears and the Spooky Old Tree, The 1.1 0.5 One by one, three brave little bears have second thoughts about exploring the interior of a spooky old tree. 38 Y
Berenstain, Stan/Jan Berenstain Bears and the Trouble with Friends, The 3.5 0.5 Sister Bear and Lizzy Bruin learn one can't always have their way if they want to have friends. 29 Y
Berenstain, Stan/Jan Berenstain Bears and the Trouble with Grownups, The 3.9 0.5 The squabbling in the Bear household between parents and cubs subsides after Mama and Papa Bear and Brother and Sister Bear perform humorous role-playing skits. 29 Y
Berenstain, Stan/Jan Berenstain Bears and the Truth, The 3.6 0.5 Brother and Sister Bear learn how important it is to tell the truth after they accidentally break Mama's favorite lamp. 29 Y
Berenstain, Stan/Jan Berenstain Bears and the Week at Grandma's, The 3.8 0.5 Brother and Sister Bear are reluctant to spend a week with their grandparents, but they learn much from them; and the older bears learn how wonderful it is to be grandparents. 29 Y
Berenstain, Stan/Jan Berenstain Bears and the Wheelchair Commando, The 3.8 1 Harry, a new student at Bear Country School who is disabled and uses a wheelchair, has trouble making friends until the others discover that he is really very much like them. 104 Y
Berenstain, Stan/Jan Berenstain Bears and Too Much Birthday, The 3.6 0.5 Papa Bear and the cubs learn there can be too much birthday when they go overboard in planning Sister's sixth birthday party. 29 Y
Berenstain, Stan/Jan Berenstain Bears and Too Much Junk Food, The 4 0.5 Mama Bear lays down the law when she notices her family is getting chubby. 30 Y
Berenstain, Stan/Jan Berenstain Bears and Too Much Pressure, The 3.9 0.5 The Bears' lives grew more and more hectic, and there's no time left for family fun. 29
Berenstain, Stan/Jan Berenstain Bears and Too Much Teasing, The 3.4 0.5 Brother Bear likes to tease his sister, but when he's the one who is being taunted at school, he understands why his sister gets so mad. 29 Y
Berenstain, Stan/Jan Berenstain Bears and Too Much TV, The 3.8 0.5 Mama Bear decides her family spends too much time in front of the TV, so she bans it for a week. The Bears find other ways to keep busy; and when the week is up, they watch less TV without missing it. 29
Berenstain, Stan/Jan Berenstain Bears and Too Much Vacation, The 3.8 0.5 The Bear family experiences one mishap after another when they vacation in the Great Grizzly Mountains. 29 Y
Berenstain, Stan/Jan Berenstain Bears Blaze a Trail, The 2.3 0.5 While the Bear Scouts know they should follow the guidebook, Papa Bear has his own ideas for winning a merit badge. 29 Y
Berenstain, Stan/Jan Berenstain Bears by the Sea, The 1.5 0.5 The Bear family goes to the beach, but before they can swim in the ocean there's a lot of work to be done. 32 Y
Berenstain, Stan/Jan Berenstain Bears Don't Pollute (Anymore), The 4.5 0.5 Brother and Sister Bear create Earthsavers Club to deal with pollution in Bear Country. 29 Y
Berenstain, Stan/Jan Berenstain Bears Forget Their Manners, The 4.3 0.5 Mama Bear decides to start a Bear Family Politeness Plan with a set of simple rules and penalties. 29 Y
Berenstain, Stan/Jan Berenstain Bears Get in a Fight, The 3.7 0.5 When two small bears don't get along, the grown-ups worry--what went wrong? 29 Y
Berenstain, Stan/Jan Berenstain Bears Get Stage Fright, The 3.8 0.5 After relentless teasing of Sister Bear, it is Brother Bear who ends up with opening night stage fright. 29 Y
Berenstain, Stan/Jan Berenstain Bears Get the Gimmies, The 3.6 0.5 Gran and Gramps come up with a plan to help selfish Brother and Sister Bear get rid of a bad case of the galloping greedy gimmies. 29 Y
Berenstain, Stan/Jan Berenstain Bears Go Fly a Kite, The 3.1 0.5 High-flying comedy abounds when Papa Bear gives advice on how to build the biggest kite for the Bear County kite contest. 30
Berenstain, Stan/Jan Berenstain Bears Go Out for the Team, The 4 0.5 Mama bear helps Brother and Sister Bear (and young readers) prepare sensibly for team sports. 29 Y
Berenstain, Stan/Jan Berenstain Bears Go to Camp, The 4 0.5 It's vacation time, and the young Bears learn what it's like to live at camp. 29 Y
Berenstain, Stan/Jan Berenstain Bears Go to School, The 3.2 0.5 The bear children have a wonderful time learning, playing, and making things in school. 29 Y
Berenstain, Stan/Jan Berenstain Bears Go to the Doctor, The 3.2 0.5 Take a deep breath. Stick out your tongue. The young Bears see Doctor Grizzly for a checkup. 29 Y
Berenstain, Stan/Jan Berenstain Bears Gotta Dance!, The 3.6 1 Brother's new girlfriend makes him a quick study as a dance student. 102 Y
Berenstain, Stan/Jan Berenstain Bears in the Dark, The 3.8 0.5 When Brother Bear brings a spooky book from the library, bedtime and the dark become ominous and threatening to Sister Bear. 29 Y
Berenstain, Stan/Jan Berenstain Bears Learn About Strangers, The 3.6 0.5 When Papa Bear tells the children why they should never talk to strangers, Mama Bear brings reassuring sense to the problem. 29 Y
Berenstain, Stan/Jan Berenstain Bears' Mad, Mad, Mad Toy Craze, The 3.9 0.5 Brother and Sister Bear, and even Papa, get caught up buying as many of the popular new Beary Bubbies as they can. 29 Y
Berenstain, Stan/Jan Berenstain Bears Meet Santa Bear, The 4.1 0.5 Sister Bear enjoys Christmas preparations, especially getting her list ready--but on Christmas morning she realizes what Christmas is really all about. 29 Y
Berenstain, Stan/Jan Berenstain Bears' Moving Day, The 3.7 0.5 Their stuff is all packed. Here comes the truck. Let's move with the Bears and wish them good luck. 29 Y
Berenstain, Stan/Jan Berenstain Bears' New Baby, The 3.4 0.5 All about the new bear in the family and how the other young bears learn to accept and love it. 29 Y
Berenstain, Stan/Jan Berenstain Bears' New Neighbors, The 3.4 0.5 A panda family moves next door and teaches the bears a lesson about acceptance of differences. 29
Berenstain, Stan/Jan Berenstain Bears on the Job, The 2.5 0.5 Brother and Sister Bear meet a doctor, a fireman, a police officer, and others while trying to decide what to be when they grow up. 29 Y
Berenstain, Stan/Jan Berenstain Bears on the Moon, The 1.9 0.5 Two Berenstain Bears and their pup take a rocket ship to the moon. 38
Berenstain, Stan/Jan Berenstain Bears Ready, Get Set, Go!, The 1.2 0.5 The Berenstain family engage in competitive sports events while demonstrating to the reader the comparison of adjectives. 28 Y
Berenstain, Stan/Jan Berenstain Bears Think of Those in Need, The 3.9 0.5 When Mama Bear decides that the family has accumulated too many old toys, books, and games, they sort through all their extra stuff and take it to the Old Bears' Home, the Beartown Young Cubs Hospital, and the Bears Who Care store. 30 Y
Berenstain, Stan/Jan Berenstain Bears Trick or Treat, The 4 0.5 The Berenstain Bear cubs have an adventure on Halloween night that proves Mother's adage, 'appearances can be deceiving.' 29 Y
Berenstain, Stan/Jan Berenstain Bears' Trouble at School, The 4 0.5 When Brother Bear ignores make-up work after being out sick with a cold, he learns the consequences of neglecting responsibilities. 29 Y
Berenstain, Stan/Jan Berenstain Bears' Trouble with Money, The 4 0.5 Brother and Sister Bear learn some important lessons about earning and spending money. 29 Y
Berenstain, Stan/Jan Berenstain Bears' Trouble with Pets, The 3.6 0.5 Brother and Sister Bear learn that a new puppy is not a plaything but a responsibility. 29 Y
Berenstain, Stan/Jan Berenstain Bears Visit the Dentist, The 3.6 0.5 Taking good care of their teeth is something all bears do. That's why Sis and Brother brush--and go to the dentist, too. 29 Y
Berenstain, Stan/Jan Berenstain Bears: No Girls Allowed, The 3.7 0.5 When Brother Bear and his friends build a clubhouse for boys only, Sister Bear comes up with a plan. 29 Y
Berenstain, Stan/Jan Big Honey Hunt, The 1.7 0.5 Humorous story of the Bear family's search for honey. 64 Y
Berenstain, Stan/Jan Bike Lesson, The 1.6 0.5 Papa Bear teaches junior to ride his bike. 61
Berger, Melvin Oil Spill! 3.8 0.5 Explains why oil spills occur and how they are cleaned up and suggests strategies for preventing them in the future. 32
Berke, Sally Monster at Loch Ness 4.6 1 Discusses the legends and the evidence concerning the origins and existence of the Loch Ness monster. 48
Berman, Ruth Watchful Wolves 2 0.5 Describes the dynamics of a wolf pack, the way in which wolves hunt, and where they live. 32 Y
Bernstein, Margery My Brother, the Pest 1.7 0.5 A girl has a terrible time getting along with her little brother, who is a pest, but she comes to appreciate him when she needs a playmate to keep her company. 31 Y
Betancourt, Jeanne My Name Is Brain Brian 4.3 4 Brian is discovered to be dyslexic, and his teacher teams him up with the smartest student in the sixth grade in this realistic look at learning disabilities. 128 Y
Biel, Timothy Levi Hummingbirds (Creative Ed.) 4.9 0.5 Text and photos introduce the incredible and beautiful hummingbird. 24 Y
Biel, Timothy Levi Owls (Creative Ed.) 4.9 0.5 This book provides information on the physical characteristics and behavior of different species of owls. 24 Y
Biel, Timothy Levi Polar Bears (Creative Ed.) 5.1 0.5 This book describes the physical characteristics, behavior, habitat, infancy, and future of the polar bear. 24 Y
Biel, Timothy Levi Spiders (Creative Ed.) 5.2 0.5 This book identifies different types of spiders, describing physical characteristics, habits, and habitats. 24 Y
Biel, Timothy Levi Tigers (Creative Ed.) 5.1 0.5 This book provides information on the physical characteristics, behavior, and lifestyle of tigers. 24 Y
Biel, Timothy Levi Turtles (Creative Ed.) 5.4 0.5 This book identifies many types of turtles, describing physical characteristics, habits, and habitats. 24 Y
Birdseye, Tom Just Call Me Stupid 4.5 5 A teacher and a classmate help a troubled boy learn how to read. 181 Y
Birdseye, Tom Regular Flood of Mishap, A 3.3 0.5 Six-year-old Ima Bean sets off such a "flood of mishaps" when she tries to help her grandpa that she begins to worry whether she will ever be forgiven. 30 Y
Birdseye, Tom Soap! Soap! Don't Forget the Soap! 3.6 0.5 Plug has such a bad memory that all the folks in Sassafras Hollow think he could forget his own name. 28 Y
Birdseye, Tom Tarantula Shoes 4.3 4 Ryan and his family are moving from Arizona to Kentucky, and he is worried about having to go to a new school, make new friends, and fit in with a new crowd. 131 Y
Bishop, Claire Five Chinese Brothers, The 4.4 0.5 Five Chinese brothers take turns saving each other's lives when one is accused unjustly of a crime. 44 Y
Bishop, Claire Huchet Twenty and Ten 4 2 A nun and 20 French children contrive to hide ten Jewish refugee children. This is their exciting tale of courage and kindness. 76 Y
Bjarkman, Peter C. Sports Great Scottie Pippen 7.5 2 Looks at the career of the great basketball star Scottie Pippen, who is considered one of the best all-around players. 63 Y
Bjork, Christina Linnea in Monet's Garden 4.5 1 When Linnea visits Claude Monet's garden she explores Monet's life and what an being an impressionist is all about. 53 Y
Blau, Melinda Killer Bees 5.5 1 The story of a special strain of honeybees developed by man to increase honey production, but which also has a fierce, belligerent, attacking instinct. 48 Y
Blau, Melinda Whatever Happened to Amelia Earhart? 4.9 1 A biography of the woman who set many records as a pilot. Discusses the mystery surrounding her disappearance while attempting to fly around the world. 48
Blos, Joan W. Gathering of Days, A 6.7 5 When Catherine's mother dies in childbirth and her father decides to remarry, Catherine must face painful changes. 144 Y
Blume, Judy Freckle Juice 3.1 0.5 Andrew wants freckles more than anything else and uses a "freckle juice" recipe with hilarious results. 47 Y
Blume, Judy Fudge-a-Mania 3.3 3 Pete describes the family vacation in Maine with the Tubmans, highlighted by the antics of his younger brother Fudge. 147 Y
Blume, Judy Iggie's House 3.5 3 When Grove Street gets its first black family, Winnie is a welcoming party of one. 117 Y
Blume, Judy One in the Middle Is the Green Kangaroo, The 2.5 0.5 Freddy Dissel is tired of being nothing more than the middle child. Then the school play gives him the chance to be recognized for himself. 39 Y
Blume, Judy Pain and the Great One, The 3.1 0.5 The Pain" and "The Great One" are a brother and sister, and each thinks the other is the most loved by their parents in these two short stories. 28 Y
Blume, Judy Superfudge 3.4 4 In a sequel to Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing, twelve-year-old Peter relates his life with his troublesome little brother, Fudge. 166 Y
Blume, Judy Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing 3.3 3 Peter Hatcher has a terrible problem--his two-year-old little brother. 120 Y
Bograd/Hubbard Colorado Summer 4.7 3 Born and bred in New York City, eleven year old Carrie is not looking forward to spending the summer on her aunt's Colorado ranch until she is introduced to Georgia, a Paint horse that is as swift as the wind. 128
Bond, Michael Bear Called Paddington, A 4.7 4 A bear from darkest Peru goes to live with a family in London. 128
Bond, Nancy String in the Harp, A 5.2 17 When Peter and his sisters are forced to move to Wales, he finds a harp-tuning key that transports him back to the sixth century. 370 Y
Bonsall, Crosby And I Mean It, Stanley 0.9 0.5 A little girl plays alone until her dog arrives. 32
Borton de Treviña I, Juan de Pareja 6.5 7 After the slave Juan de Pareja is willed to the great Spanish painter Veláning key that transports him back to the sixth century. 180 Y
Boston, L.M. Stranger at Green Knowe, A 6.4 7 Story of Ping, a Chinese boy, and his friendship with a gorilla who escapes from the London Zoo. 158 Y
Bourgeois, Paulette Finders Keepers for Franklin 2.8 0.5 Someone lost a camera. Should Franklin try to find the owner after finding it? 29 Y
Bourgeois, Paulette Franklin and the Thunderstorm 2.5 0.5 Franklin decides to learn more about the weather because he is afraid of storms. 30 Y
Bourgeois, Paulette Franklin and the Tooth Fairy 2.6 0.5 Franklin's friends are being visited by the tooth fairy. He feels bad that he has no teeth to lose. 29 Y
Bourgeois, Paulette Franklin Fibs 2.7 0.5 Jealous of what his friends can do, Franklin fibs about his own abilities. 29 Y
Bourgeois, Paulette Franklin Goes to School 2.9 0.5 It is the first day of school for Franklin, but his teacher knows how to make it a wonderful day. 29 Y
Bourgeois, Paulette Franklin Has a Sleepover 2.6 0.5 Franklin can't wait for his best friend Bear to arrive for their first sleepover. 29 Y
Bourgeois, Paulette Franklin in the Dark 2.5 0.5 Franklin, a turtle afraid of crawling into his dark shell, learns a lesson about fear from his mother. 29 Y
Bourgeois, Paulette Franklin Is Bossy 2.2 0.5 Franklin the Turtle learns that no one likes a bossy friend. 29 Y
Bourgeois, Paulette Franklin Is Lost 2.6 0.5 A turtle's story of wandering too far is a lesson in safety and security. 29 Y
Bourgeois, Paulette Franklin Is Messy 2.8 0.5 Franklin learns to be neat and organized in this story about being messy. 29 Y
Bourgeois, Paulette Franklin Plays the Game 2.8 0.5 Franklin discovers the rewards of practice and teamwork when it comes to soccer. 29
Bourgeois, Paulette Franklin Rides a Bike 2.6 0.5 Franklin has a hard time learning to ride a bike. 29 Y
Bourgeois, Paulette Franklin Wants a Pet 2.5 0.5 Franklin proves he's ready to care for a pet. 29 Y
Bourgeois, Paulette Franklin's Bad Day 2.5 0.5 Franklin has a bad day, and it doesn't get better until he realizes how to fix the problem. 29 Y
Bourgeois, Paulette Franklin's Christmas Gift 3.1 0.5 Franklin and his classmates join together and participate in a toy collection at Christmas time. 290 Y
Bourgeois, Paulette Franklin's Halloween 2.7 0.5 Franklin can't wait for the costume party because it is Halloween. 29 Y
Bourgeois, Paulette Franklin's New Friend 2.7 0.5 Franklin learns that even if people are different, they can still be a friend. 29 Y
Bourgeois, Paulette Franklin's School Play 3 0.5 Franklin has to learn how to get over his stage fright. 29 Y
Bourgeois, Paulette Franklin's Secret Club 3.2 0.5 Franklin discovers a hideaway and decides to start a secret club. 30
Bourgeois, Paulette Franklin's Valentines 2.9 0.5 Franklin learns what friendship is all about. 29 Y
Branley, Franklyn M. Flash, Crash, Rumble, and Roll 3.3 0.5 An introduction to thunderstorms that will make them interesting rather than scary. 32 Y
Branley, Franklyn M. Is There Life in Outer Space? 3.5 0.5 An illustrated introduction to the concept of life on other planets. 32 Y
Branley, Franklyn M. Moon Seems to Change, The 3.1 0.5 Young readers learn why the moon appears to change shape at different times. 29
Branley, Franklyn M. Volcanoes 3.8 0.5 An overview of volcanoes describing formation and eruption, for young readers. 32
Branley, Franklyn M. What Makes Day and Night 2.8 0.5 Revised and newly illustrated edition which explains the basic principles of the earth's rotation with easily understandable language. 32 Y
Brenner, Barbara Lion and Lamb 2 0.5 Lamb sees through the fierce reputation of her friend Lion and recognizes him for the gentle pussycat he really is. 43 Y
Brett, Jan Annie and the Wild Animals 2.7 0.5 When Annie's cat disappears, she attempts friendship with a variety of unsuitable woodland animals, but with the emergence of spring, everything comes right. 28 Y
Brett, Jan Armadillo Rodeo 3.4 0.5 A near-sighted armadillo follows a little girl to a rodeo and has the time of his life. 30 Y
Brett, Jan Beauty and the Beast 5.3 0.5 Through her great capacity to love, a kind and beautiful maid releases a handsome prince from the spell which has made him an ugly beast. 32 Y
Brett, Jan Berlioz the Bear 3 0.5 Berlioz the bear and his fellow musicians are due to play for the town ball when their bandwagon becomes stuck in a hole in the road. A strange buzzing in Berlioz's double bass turns into a surprise that saves the day. 30
Brett, Jan Fritz and the Beautiful Horses 3.4 0.5 Fritz, a pony excluded from the group of beautiful horses within the walled city, becomes a hero when he rescues the children of the city. 31 Y
Brett, Jan Hat, The 2.6 0.5 When Lisa hangs her woolen clothes in the sun to air them out for winter, the hedgehog, to the amusement of the other animals, ends up wearing a stocking on his head. 28
Brett, Jan Mitten, The 3.9 0.5 Several animals sleep snugly in Nicki's lost mitten until the bear sneezes. 27 Y
Brett, Jan Trouble with Trolls 3.1 0.5 While climbing Mt. Baldy, Treva outwits some trolls who want to steal her dog. 30 Y
Brett, Jan Wild Christmas Reindeer, The 4.1 0.5 After a few false starts, Teeka discovers the best way to get Santa's reindeer ready for Christmas Eve. 29 Y
Bricker, Sandra D. Challenger 6.8 1 Tells about the crew of the Challenger as remembered by their families. 45 Y
Bricker, Sandra D. Freeze Frame 4.2 1 One of the pictures Brad developed has a clue to a murder. 45 Y
Bridwell, Norman Clifford and the Big Parade 2.4 0.5 Clifford helps celebrate the town's 100th birthday with a big parade. 30 Y
Bridwell, Norman Clifford and the Big Storm 2.1 0.5 Clifford comes to the rescue when a hurricane strikes. 30 Y
Bridwell, Norman Clifford and the Grouchy Neighbors 2 0.5 Clifford the Big Red Dog seems to be unable to do anything that does not displease the new neighbors. 30 Y
Bridwell, Norman Clifford at the Circus 2.1 0.5 Clifford the Big Red Dog and Emily Elizabeth have a day at the circus they will always remember. 30 Y
Bridwell, Norman Clifford Takes a Trip 2 0.5 Clifford gets left behind when the family goes on vacation and strange things happen. 28 Y
Bridwell, Norman Clifford the Big Red Dog 1.2 0.5 Emily Elizabeth tells the reader about the dilemmas and delights of having a really big, red dog. 30 Y
Bridwell, Norman Clifford the Firehouse Dog 2 0.5 Clifford helps the firefighters put out a fire. 30 Y
Bridwell, Norman Clifford the Small Red Puppy 2.1 0.5 Clifford's owner tells the amazingly funny story of how Clifford got to be so BIG. 30 Y
Bridwell, Norman Clifford to the Rescue 1.6 0.5 Clifford, the dog, comes to the rescue in many emergency situations. 28 Y
Bridwell, Norman Clifford's Birthday Party 2.5 0.5 Clifford's birthday is a special treat when his entire family shows up at the party. 30 Y
Bridwell, Norman Clifford's Christmas 1.9 0.5 Good intentions turn into disaster when Clifford helps Santa Claus. 30 Y
Bridwell, Norman Clifford's Family 2 0.5 More with Clifford, the big red dog, and the family who keeps him. 28 Y
Bridwell, Norman Clifford's First Autumn 1.8 0.5 Clifford discovers that autumn has a lot to offer as well as summer. 28 Y
Bridwell, Norman Clifford's First Christmas 1.9 0.5 The story of Clifford's Christmas as a puppy. 30 Y
Bridwell, Norman Clifford's First Halloween 1.9 0.5 Clifford celebrates his first Halloween. 30 Y
Bridwell, Norman Clifford's First Snow Day 1.7 0.5 Emily Elizabeth thinks back to when Clifford was a puppy and experienced his first snowfall. 30 Y
Bridwell, Norman Clifford's First Valentine's Day 2.1 0.5 Emily Elizabeth and Clifford make valentines and go to the post office. 29 Y
Bridwell, Norman Clifford's Good Deeds 2.2 0.5 When the big red dog sets out to do good deeds, trouble follows quickly. 30 Y
Bridwell, Norman Clifford's Halloween 1.8 0.5 A giant ghost (Clifford in costume), joins the fun at a Halloween party. 30 Y
Bridwell, Norman Clifford's Happy Easter 1.9 0.5 A funny story about Clifford's Easter. 30 Y
Bridwell, Norman Clifford's Kitten 1.9 0.5 More about the big red dog Clifford, and now he even has a kitten. 30 Y
Bridwell, Norman Clifford's Manners 1.9 0.5 Young readers can learn their manners by emulating their big, red friend. 26 Y
Bridwell, Norman Clifford's Pals 2.4 0.5 Clifford spends the day with his dog buddies causing trouble at a construction site. 30 Y
Bridwell, Norman Clifford's Puppy Days 1.9 0.5 The story of Clifford the big red dog's days as a small, small puppy. 31 Y
Bridwell, Norman Clifford's Sports Day 1.8 0.5 Sports day at school with Clifford along can be quite interesting. 30 Y
Bridwell, Norman Clifford's Spring Clean-Up 2.3 0.5 It's time for spring cleaning, and everyone is chipping in to get the job done, including Clifford. 30 Y
Bridwell, Norman Clifford's Thanksgiving Visit 2.1 0.5 Clifford discovers how lucky he is on Thanksgiving Day. 30 Y
Bridwell, Norman Clifford's Tricks 1.8 0.5 Clifford and the new dog on the block have a contest to see who is smartest. 30 Y
Bridwell, Norman Tiny Family, A 1.9 0.5 A tiny girl and her tiny brother embark on a perilous journey into the house of a giant to retrieve their grandfather's umbrella. 29 Y
Brill, Marlene Targ James Buchanan 7.5 2 Describes the early life and political career of the man who served as President in the years just before the Civil War. 89 Y
Brill, Marlene Targ John Adams 7.3 2 A biography of the outspoken, decisive man who served the United States in many ways, including as its President. 89 Y
Brimner, Larry Dane Cory Coleman, Grade 2 2.9 1 Seven-year-old Cory Coleman's birthday party is ruined by the class bully, who turns out not to be such a bully in the end. 66
Brimner, Larry Dane Earth (A True Book) 4.9 0.5 Describes the planet Earth, exploring its composition, early ideas about its shape and position in the solar system, current theories about its creation, and its important relationship with the moon. 48 Y
Brimner, Larry Dane Jupiter (A True Book) 5.1 0.5 This book describes the appearance, climate, moons, and exploration of the largest planet in the solar system. 47
Brimner, Larry Dane Mars (A True Book) 5.6 0.5 Simple facts about the Red Planet such as its orbit, atmosphere, and terrain, as well as the outcomes of explorations such as the pathfinder mission. 48 Y
Brimner, Larry Dane Mercury (A True Book) 5.9 0.5 Describes the orbit, rotation, temperature, and surface formations of the planet Mercury and the probe Mariner X that took pictures of it in 1974 and 1975. 48 Y
Brimner, Larry Dane Neptune (A True Book) 4.6 0.5 This book describes the eighth planet from the Sun, its orbit, rotation, gassy surface, rings, moons, and the visit by the Voyager 2 probe. 47
Brimner, Larry Dane Pluto (A True Book) 4.9 0.5 This book discusses the smallest, most distant, and most mysterious planet in our solar system, its discovery, and its peculiar orbit. 47
Brimner, Larry Dane Saturn (A True Book) 4.8 0.5 This book examines the physical characteristics and conditions of Saturn, describing its position in relation to the sun and other planets and surveying humanity's attempts to penetrate its mysteries. 47
Brimner, Larry Dane Uranus (A True Book) 4.5 0.5 This book discusses the discovery, rotation, unique tilt, rings, moons, and other aspects of the seventh planet from the sun. 47
Brimner, Larry Dane Venus (A True Book) 4.8 0.5 Discusses our early ideas about the planet Venus, what we have discovered about it's true nature, and what we may learn from it. 48 Y
Brin, Susannah Ghost in the Desert 3.9 1 Carter and Denise become close enough to share a dangerous secret and team to solve an old murder case. 64 Y
Brin, Susannah Seal Killers, The 4.1 1 Andy and Colleen try to catch the people responsible for killing the seals near where they live. 50 Y
Brink, Carol Ryrie Caddie Woodlawn 6 8 A spirited pioneer girl's adventure on the Wisconsin frontier. 242 Y
Brittain, Bill Wish Giver, The 4.4 4 When a strange little man comes to the Coven Tree Church Social promising he can give people exactly what they ask for, three young believers-in-magic each make a wish that comes true in the most unexpected way. 181 Y
Brown, Marc Arthur and the True Francine 2.3 0.5 Francine and Muffy are good friends until Muffy lets Francine take the blame for cheating on a test. 27 Y
Brown, Marc Arthur Babysits 2.4 0.5 Arthur's experience baby-sitting for the terrible Tibble Twins is as challenging as he expected, but he finally gets control by telling them a spooky story. 29 Y
Brown, Marc Arthur Goes to Camp 2.9 0.5 Arthur is not looking forward to Camp Meadowcroak; and when mysterious things start happening there, he decides to run away. 30 Y
Brown, Marc Arthur in a Pickle 2.1 0.5 After lying about what happened to his homework, Arthur has such a bad dream about being "in a pickle" that he decides to tell the truth. 24
Brown, Marc Arthur Lost and Found 2.6 0.5 When Arthur and Buster try to take the bus to Arthur's swimming lesson, they fall asleep and end up in a strange part of town. 30 Y
Brown, Marc Arthur Makes the Team 2.9 1 Arthur makes the Little League team but is afraid he won't be able to play as well as his friends. 61
Brown, Marc Arthur Meets the President 3.2 0.5 Arthur's essay wins a contest and he has to read it to the President in a special ceremony at the White House. 30
Brown, Marc Arthur Tricks the Tooth Fairy 2.3 0.5 Jealous when Arthur loses a tooth and receives a dollar for it, his sister tries to trick the tooth fairy into also visiting her. 28 Y
Brown, Marc Arthur, Clean Your Room! 2.4 0.5 Arthur's sister D.W. convinces him to have a garage sale after his mother tells him to get rid of the junk in his room, but things do not work out exactly as he had planned. 24
Brown, Marc Arthur's April Fool 2.7 0.5 Arthur worries about remembering his magic tricks for the April Fool's Day assembly and Binky's threats to pulverize him. 32 Y
Brown, Marc Arthur's Baby 2.2 0.5 Arthur isn't sure he is happy about the new baby in the family; but when his sister asks for his help in handling the baby, Arthur feels much better. 30 Y
Brown, Marc Arthur's Birthday 2.3 0.5 Their friends must decide which party to attend when Muffy schedules her birthday party for the same day as Arthur's. 29 Y
Brown, Marc Arthur's Chicken Pox 2.9 0.5 Arthur hopes he'll recover from the chicken pox in time to go to the circus. 30 Y
Brown, Marc Arthur's Christmas 3 0.5 With only two days left till Christmas, Arthur must decide what to give Santa, the most important person on his list. 32 Y
Brown, Marc Arthur's Computer Disaster 2.4 0.5 Arthur disobeys his Mother by playing a game on her computer which leads to a lesson in responsibility for one's actions. 30 Y
Brown, Marc Arthur's Eyes 2.2 0.5 Glasses meant being teased until Arthur discovers that four eyes are better and more fun than two. 32 Y
Brown, Marc Arthur's Family Vacation 2.7 0.5 Arthur makes his family's potentially disastrous family vacation into a success. 19 Y
Brown, Marc Arthur's Fire Drill 2.4 0.5 Arthur helps D.W.'s fear by practicing fire drills at home. 23 Y
Brown, Marc Arthur's First Sleepover 2.7 0.5 Rumors about sightings of an alien spaceship create excitement when Arthur's friends come to spend the night. 30 Y
Brown, Marc Arthur's Halloween 2.8 0.5 Arthur finds everything about Halloween scary, including his little sister's costume, his morning snack, and the big house on the corner. 30 Y
Brown, Marc Arthur's Lost Puppy 1.9 0.5 Arthur and D.W. do not know what is wrong with Baby Kate when they take her to the neighborhood fair, but Pal the puppy does. 24
Brown, Marc Arthur's New Puppy 2.7 0.5 Arthur's new puppy causes problems when it tears the living room apart, wets on everything, and refuses to wear a leash. 30 Y
Brown, Marc Arthur's Pet Business 2.4 0.5 Arthur embarks on a pet-sitting business with hilarious results. 30 Y
Brown, Marc Arthur's Reading Race 1.5 0.5 Arthur doesn't believe that his little sister can really read, so he challenges her to prove it. 24 Y
Brown, Marc Arthur's Thanksgiving 3.1 0.5 Arthur finds his role as director of the Thanksgiving play a difficult one, especially since no one will agree to play the turkey. 30 Y
Brown, Marc Arthur's Tooth 2.8 0.5 Arthur, tired of being the only one in his class who still has all his baby teeth, waits impatiently for his loose tooth to fall out. 30 Y
Brown, Marc Arthur's TV Trouble 2.6 0.5 When Arthur sees an advertisement for the amazing doggy treat timer, he decides to earn enough money to buy it for his dog. 30 Y
Brown, Marc Arthur's Underwear 2.9 0.5 It takes a really embarrassing moment in the school cafeteria to cure Arthur of his fear of being caught in his underwear. 32 Y
Brown, Marc Arthur's Valentine 2.5 0.5 Arthur has a secret admirer, so he decides to use a trick to find out who she is. 30 Y
Brown, Marc D.W. All Wet 1.4 0.5 D. W. bosses her brother Arthur into carrying her on his shoulder