Hagenheim Silent Songbird by Melanie Dickerson

 

This is almost the retelling of The Little Mermaid.  Evangeline is a bit naive and the story is a bit unrealistic.  I wouldn't get for the library because it's a bit unbelievable even by a stretch.  But on the other side, it is sort of sweet and if you are looking for Christian romance... there you go.  

Mrs. Lincoln’s Sisters by Jennifer Chiaverini

A good story with a lot of relationship.  Lots of family dynamics going on.  You have Mary Todd Lincoln who is the widow, witnessing the assassination of her husband, the president of the united states. The story switches back forth between different family members and also different time frames.  

It's a good story and a good audio book.  

 

Running Out Of Time by Margaret Peterson Haddix

 

If you've seen the movie: The Village, then the plot will feel familiar.  The story was published in 1995 so it's an older book and things have changed since then.  It's a good story and a thriller.  I'm glad the public library carries it.  It's a good read just a little dated.  The audio book also good.

Andy Carpenter Muzzled by David Rosenfelt

 

I enjoy this series.  You had me at dog and mystery.  If you like mystery series, give this one a try.

The Energy Bus by Jon Gordon

 

Its a good read.  Enjoy.  Lots of good ideas.  Audio book also good.  

O’Keefe Family A House Like A Lotus by Madeleine L’Engle

 

This coming of age story, is Poly who is nearly an young adult.  She gets into a variety of relationships that makes her grow up and leave her sheltered life.  It's fine but I wouldn't get for my school library.  Glad the public library carries though.

O’Keefe Family Dragons in the Waters by Madeleine L’Engle

 

Published in the 70's, the story is a bit dated but still fun to read.  I'm glad the public library carries it. I don't think I would get for my school library.

A Tourist Trap Mystery A Deadly Brew by Lynn Cahoon

 

I love this series.  The characters are well developed  It's a murder mystery with a ghostly twist.  Enjoy reading this cold case.  Audio book also good.  

When You Trap A Tiger by Tae Keller

I liked this book.  It brings Korean culture to life in America.  The family has lost their father to an accident.  Now their grandmother is dying.  It is a good read.  

The Boy Who Dared by Susan Campbell Bartoletti

 This is based on a true story that came from the author's different book, Hitler's Youth, also a good book.  Based on true events the author turned it into a novel.  The audio book also good.  It's simply told in flashbacks.  It's an important story to read based on so much research of a glimpse of Germany during the Hitler dictatorship. 

Feral Youth by Shaun David Hutchinson and 9 other authors

 I am going to pass on this book.  I wasn't impressed.  

Cackleberry Club Eggs in a Basket by Laura Childs

 

I love murder mysteries and there are some entertaining series to enjoy.  The audio book is also good.  Enjoy.

After the Shot Drops by Randy Ribay

It's a good story.  Some mature content but still a good story.  I would advise read the book to see if this will fit your library and student reading needs.  

 

Anger is a Gift by Mark Oshiro

Can you imagine a world where secret police from the government kidnap and physically hurt peaceful protesters?  It's a good story.  I'm going to say that you should read the book before you add to your library.  It's good but just double check to see if you should add to your library.

 

Visiting Day by Jacqueline Woodson

A beautiful picture book about a family going to visit another family member in prison.  Add this one to your library.  It's a good one.  You don't find these topics for young children who may have their own family memberrs in prison.  The images feel a bit more in the past.  It's a great book.

 

My Pet Book by Bob Staake

A cute story that promotes reading to young people.  Enjoy.

Tom’s Tweet by Esbaum & Santat

Very cute story with big bold pictures that work.  Great for any library.  Lots of humor and good natured drama.  Enjoy

Day Dreamers by Emily Winfield Martin

A sweet book with darling illustrations.  Heads up, not a lot of diverse characters.Fine for any library.

A Fine Dessert by Jenkins and Blackall

It's fine for any school library.  It's about a fruit dessert.  Information at the back of the book.  Enjoy

Moon by Alison Oliver

Add this one to your elementary and middle school library.  Enjoy this picture book.

Sun by Alison Oliver

A great picture book about creativity.  Add this to your elementary and middle school library.  

Nerdy Birdy by Reynolds and Davies

It's a cute picture book about friendship and adjusting time.  Perfect for all young grade levels and libraries.  Enjoy.