Norman Dietz
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English
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When Charlie Beale wanders into Brownsburg after the war in Europe he's carrying two suitcases: one contains his worldly possessions; the other is full of money. Obtaining a job at the local butcher shop, he becomes acquainted with townspeople like the shopowner's five-year-old son, Sam, and Sylvan, the teen bride of the town's richest man. The interaction between these three people will alter the town forever.
2) Old Yeller
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5 - AR Pts: 5
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English
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The stray dog was ugly, and a thieving rascal, too! But he sure was clever, and a smart dog could be a big help on the wild Texas frontier. Strong and courageous, Old Yeller proved that he could protect Travis' family from any sort of danger.
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English
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Driven by imagination, an insatiable desire for freedom, and his knack for getting into trouble, Tom Sawyer, a mischievous twelve-year-old orphan, finds himself entangled in a series of thrilling escapades in this coming-of-age tale set in a quiet, rural Mississippi River town. Joined by his loyal friend, Huckleberry Finn, a vagabond who relishes the thrill of independence, Tom runs away from home one day, embarking on unforgettable adventures that...
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG+ - BL: 6.6 - AR Pts: 18
Language
English
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Tired of society’s rules, Huck longs to explore the wild, untamed beauty of the Mississippi River. But his life is about to change forever when he crosses paths with Jim, an escaped slave searching for his own freedom. Together, Huck and Jim brave the Mississippi's dangerous waters, meeting all kinds of characters along the way. From the cunning Duke and Dauphin to the kind-hearted Widow Douglas and her sister Miss Watson, each encounter proves...
5) The rifle
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.8 - AR Pts: 3
Language
English
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A priceless, handcrafted rifle, fired throughout the American Revolution, is passed down through the years until it fires on a fateful Christmas Eve of 1994.
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Pub. Date
2005
Language
English
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One of the greatest minds in American writing, Kurt Vonnegut has left an indelible impression on literature with such inventive novels as Cat's Cradle, Slaughterhouse- Five and Breakfast of Champions. Now this iconic figure shares his often hilarious and always insightful reflections on America, art, politics and life in general. No matter the subject, Vonnegut will have you considering perspectives you may never have regarded. On the creative process:...