Showing 1–25 of 25 titles
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Alcatraz Versus the Evil Librarians
Evil librarians are trying to take over the world. Ramón de Ocampo deftly voices the recluctant, snarky hero, Alcatraz Smedry.- Fiction, Audiobook
- Notable Children's Recordings 2012
- Older
- ISBN: 9781461808251
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The Apothecary
Reader Cristin Milioti switches seamlessly between American, British and Russian accents in this fantasy set during the Cold War.- Fiction, History, Audiobook
- Notable Children's Recordings 2012
- Older
- ISBN: 9781611760095
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Black & White: The Confrontation between Reverend Fred L. Shuttlesworth and Eugene 'Bull' Connor
This powerful examination of a crucial dichotomy in the civil rights movement focuses on two polar opposites—one man committed to ending segregation, and one just as determined to see it maintained—with visual elements as arresting as the stimulating words.- Nonfiction, History, US History
- Robert F. Sibert Informational Book Medal 2012 (Honor Title)
- Older
- ISBN: 9781590787663
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Dead End in Norvelt
The importance of history and reading (so you don't do the same “stupid stuff” again) is at the heart of this achingly funny romp through a dying New Deal town. While mopping up epic nose bleeds, Jack narrates this screw-ball mystery in an endearing and believable voice.- Fiction, Historical Fiction
- John Newbery Medal 2012 (Medal Winner)
- Older
- ISBN: 9780374379933
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Dead End in Norvelt
Jack Gantos narrates this mostly true story of his boyhood summer escaping Hell's Angels and writing obituaries, all while he was grounded at home.- Fiction, History, Audiobook
- Notable Children's Recordings 2012
- Older
- ISBN: 9781427213563
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Dear America: Like the Willow Tree
Sara Barnett relates the story of Lydia Amelia Pierce during the Spanish Influenza epidemic of 1918. Historical photos, Shaker music and a note from the author help fill out the story.- Fiction, Audiobook
- Notable Children's Recordings 2012
- Middle, Older
- ISBN: 9780545273718
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Drawing from Memory
Say, an esteemed children's book creator, engagingly relays his early training, including the influences of his family and his artistic sensei, by filling his distinct scrapbook format with captivating text and dynamic illustrative styles, from watercolors to comics, which exudes enthusiasm and talent.- Nonfiction, Arts, Visual Arts
- Robert F. Sibert Informational Book Medal 2012 (Honor Title)
- Older
- ISBN: 9780545176866
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The Elephant Scientist
Power-packed photos and prose transport readers to the dusty world of African elephants and a woman who studies such large mysteries as how they use their feet and trunks to communicate with other animals and sense distant thunder. Throughout, O'Connell, Jackson, and Rodwell keep readers constantly engaged with curiosity sparked by the latest discoveries from the field.- Nonfiction, Science, Animals
- Robert F. Sibert Informational Book Medal 2012 (Honor Title)
- Older
- ISBN: 9780547053448
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Ghetto Cowboy
Narrator JD Jackson delivers a rich baritone performance as twelve-year-old Cole, a boy who grows from near-delinquent to responsible teen and passionate horseman as he helps his father and the cowboys save their endangered stables in inner-city Philadelphia. -
Hurricane Dancers: The First Caribbean Pirate Shipwreck
Engle's beautifully written poetic narrative cuts to the heart of an untold story in Latin American history and describes the enslavement of the native peoples of the Caribbean by the Spanish along with the mixing of Spanish and native blood that now forms the vast majority of Latin America. Told from several points of view, the story captures the rhythm and sounds from a time long ago and encourages readers to explore Latino culture on their own.- Fiction, Historical Fiction
- Pura Belpré Children's Author Award 2012 (Honor Title)
- Older
- ISBN: 9780805092400
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The Incorrigible Children of Ashton Place, Book 2: The Hidden Gallery
With precise comic timing, Katherine Kellgren does not shy away from barking and howling while managing the rich vocabulary and exciting action of this gothic mystery.- Fiction, Audiobook
- Notable Children's Recordings 2012
- Middle, Older
- ISBN: 9780307917003
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Jefferson's Sons
A young slave asks why he can't call his own father “papa.” Adenrele Ojo voices the questions of Thomas Jefferson's sons and carries the assurance of their mother that her enslaved children will one day be free.- Fiction, History, Audiobook
- Notable Children's Recordings 2012
- Older
- ISBN: 9780307942319
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Looking Like Me
Dion Graham and Quincy Tyler Bernstine perform snappy rhyming couplets, set against original jazzy music and picture book collages.- Fiction, Audiobook
- Notable Children's Recordings 2012
- Middle, Older
- ISBN: 9781430108726
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Mirror Mirror: A Book of Reversible Verse
Marilyn Singer and Joe Morton bring exuberance, humor and point of view to familiar fairy tales in 14 reverso poems.- Poetry, Audiobook
- Notable Children's Recordings 2012
- Middle, Older
- ISBN: 9781430110156
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Moon Over Manifest
Jenna Lamia along with Cassandra Campbell and Kirby Heyborne tell the story of Abilene Tucker's adventures in Manifest during the summer of 1936.- Fiction, Audiobook
- Notable Children's Recordings 2012
- Older
- ISBN: 9780307941930
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Okay for Now
Doug's miserable life includes a new town and a dysfunctional family until the works of Audubon help him see that his life might just be “okay.” -
Operation Yes
Jessica Almasy's performance reflects the ups and downs of 6th graders living on a military base while friends and relatives serve in Afghanistan.- Fiction, Audiobook
- Notable Children's Recordings 2012
- Middle, Older
- ISBN: 9781611060782
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The Other Half of My Heart
Bahni Turpin's narration is flawless in this moving story about biracial twin sisters.- Fiction, Audiobook
- Notable Children's Recordings 2012
- Older
- ISBN: 9780307879639
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The Sisters Club: Cloudy with a Chance of Boys
With charm and humor, Jenna Lamia captures the perspectives of three sisters as boys begin to play a new role in their lives.- Fiction, Audiobook
- Notable Children's Recordings 2012
- Middle, Older
- ISBN: 9781455865604
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Thunder over Kandahar
This contemporary novel of friendship in the midst of the war in Afghanistan is enriched by Mozhan Marno's lyrical reading.- Fiction, Audiobook
- Notable Children's Recordings 2012
- Older
- ISBN: 9780307879721
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Under the Mesquite
In “Under the Mesquite,” Guadalupe Garcia McCall, writing in emotionally riveting free verse, gracefully manages to convey the experience of growing up in a bicultural community in Texas with geographical accuracy and a radiating authentic voice for its main protagonist fourteen-year-old Lupita, the oldest of eight children who is dealing with her mother's terminal illness.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Pura Belpré Children's Author Award 2012 (Medal Winner)
- Older
- ISBN: 9781600604294
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The Unforgotten Coat
Sarah Coomes' performance conveys Julie's feelings as she becomes the "good guide" for two mysterious new students from Mongolia.- Fiction, Audiobook
- Notable Children's Recordings 2012
- Middle, Older
- ISBN: 9781455822249
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Witches!: The Absolutely True Tale of Disaster in Salem
Whether being introduced or reintroduced to the topic, readers will be stunned by the research and accusations in this pivotal drama of American history. With a size reminiscent of a prayer book and startling scratchboard-style illustrations, this work of art presents an account of our past and asks questions of our future.- Nonfiction, History, US History
- Robert F. Sibert Informational Book Medal 2012 (Honor Title)
- Older
- ISBN: 9781426308697
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Young Fredle
Wendy Carter captures all the curiosity, fear and delight of young Fredle, as listeners follow the mouse's adventures both inside and outside the house. Voigt's gentle and heartwarming story features cats, dogs, raccoons and owls, all brought to fine characterization through Carter's spectacular performance.