Gentle Reads Great Books to Warm Hearts and Lift Spirits, Grades 5-9 |
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| Author:
| McDaniel, Deanna J. |
| Series title: | Children's and Young Adult Literature Reference Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-1-59158-491-9 |
| Publication Date: | Jun 2008 |
| Publisher: | ABC-CLIO, LLC
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| Imprint: | Libraries Unlimited |
| Book Format: | Hardback |
| List Price: | AUD $84.95 |
Book Description:
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This volume recommends some 500 positive, heart-warming stories for young readers--stories of the human spirit and what it can accomplish; stories of loving families surviving crises in positive ways; historical tales full of quick-witted people (especially girls); fairy tales with strong women; true stories of survival; and more. These gentle and uplifting reads span every genre--from science fiction and fantasy, to mysteries, realistic fiction, biographies, and nonfiction. They are...
More DescriptionThis volume recommends some 500 positive, heart-warming stories for young readers--stories of the human spirit and what it can accomplish; stories of loving families surviving crises in positive ways; historical tales full of quick-witted people (especially girls); fairy tales with strong women; true stories of survival; and more. These gentle and uplifting reads span every genre--from science fiction and fantasy, to mysteries, realistic fiction, biographies, and nonfiction. They are Accelerated Reader titles, Reading Counts titles, and Junior Library Guild selections. Primarily intended for grades 5 to 9, this is a list of reading suggestions for the young adult who wants a great read but does not want to be offended. Grades 5-9.