Franklin and Winston : a Christmas That Changed the World
Kirkus Reviews An engaging chronicle of the month that Roosevelt and Churchill spent together at the White House, forging an affectionate friendship as well as a world-changing alliance. In the waning days of 1941, when prospects for victory in either Europe or the Pacific were dismal, the two leaders optimistically engaged in a marathon series […]
Judy Moody Goes to College
Children's Literature: Get ready for a wild and wooly read with this hilarious chapter book from the "Judy Moody" series. In this fast paced book, Judy's school time does not go as well as it should when her class gets a substitute teacher. Ultimately, the substitute convinces Judy's parents that Judy needs help with math. […]
Judy Moody, M.D. : the Doctor Is In!
She took her own temperature. With the fancy thermometer that beeped. It was not normal. It was not 98.6. Judy's temperature was 188.8! Judy's temperature was 00.0! Judy's temperature was beep-beep-beep-beep-beep. She, Judy Moody, had the temperature of an outer-space alien! Judy Moody has a mood for every occasion, and now, she, Judy Moody, is […]
Judy Moody : Around the World In 8 1/2 Days
Publishers Weekly: It's the fifth adventure for that one-of-a-kind third-grader: Judy Moody: Around the World in 8 1/2 Days by Megan McDonald, illus. by Peter H. Reynolds. As her class tours the globe and its diverse cultural traditions, Judy acquires a friend, Amy Namey (whose name also rhymes). But will Judy have to give up […]
Mercy Watson : Something Wonky This Way Comes
Some may find it wonky to take a pig to the movies. But not Mr. and Mrs. Watson, who think the title of the film, WHEN PIGS FLY, is inspirational. And not their beloved Mercy, who is inspired by the fact that the drive-in proudly serves real butter on its Bottomless Bucket of popcorn. So […]
A Visitor For Bear
Added to the library in honor of the birth of Ava Kim Hamlett. Children's Literature: "No visitors allowed" says the sign on Bear's door, so when a small mouse knocks, Bear sends him away, but when he opens the cupboard for a bowl, there is the mouse. "Out!" says Bear, emphasized in large print. As […]
How to Heal a Broken Wing
Added to the library in honor of the birth of Raven Rayne Coy. Children's Literature: In the middle of the busy city no one notices the bird that has hit a window and fallen?no one except young Will. He stops, ignores his mother's warning, picks up the bird and insists on taking it home, along […]
Mercy Watson : Princess In Disguise
Kirkus Reviews: Everyone's porcine wonder is back, and just in time for Halloween. Mrs. Watson knows just what Mercy should be for the holiday-a tiara-and-pink-tulle-clad princess. Mercy is dubious, especially after struggling with her dress, until the word "treats" is mentioned. Toast with a great deal of butter is her favorite treat, and that thought […]
Mercy Watson Thinks Like a Pig
Children's Literature: Mr. and Mrs. Watson have a pig and her name is Mercy. This cheerful chapter book for developing readers is the fifth in a series of books about Mercy, the domesticated pig, who finds herself in trouble frequently. In this humorous story, the Watson's neighbors become hysterical when they discover that Mercy has […]
Up From History : the Life of Booker T. Washington
Donated to the Lisbon Public Library in memory of Paul and Marion Boy, and of Marion's long years of dedication as a teacher of Lisbon Children. From a Lisbon friend and parent. The Washington Post – Jonathan Yardley [Booker T. Washington] wasn't the leader for 1940 or 1960 or today, but it is unfair to […]