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LOVE THAT DOG

by Sharon Creech

This really special triumph is bound to be widely discussed by teachers and writers, and widely esteemed by Creech’s devoted... Full review >

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THE AMAZING ADVENTURES OF JOHN SMITH, JR., AKA HOUDINI

by Peter Johnson

In the end, Houdini realizes that writing has changed him and altered his perspective on people and life. Readers will feel... Full review >

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