Cynthia Rylant
2) Missing May
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.3 - AR Pts: 3
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After the death of the beloved aunt who has raised her, twelve-year-old Summer and her uncle Ob leave their West Virginia trailer in search of the strength to go on living. Twelve-year-old Summer, her classmate Cletus, and her grieving Uncle Ob set off across West Virginia in search of a "Small Medium at Large" in fond hopes of reaching Aunt May beyond the grave. Their journey is heartening, funny, and altogether unforgettable.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.4 - AR Pts: 1
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An old woman who has outlived all her friends is reluctant to become too attached to the stray dog that visits her each day. An old woman discovers an abandoned puppy that she is afraid to name--or to even love. This moving story features Gary Larson-esque "(The Far Side)" visuals that will appeal to adults as well as kids. How does an old woman who has outlived all her friends keep from being lonely? By naming the things in her life she knows she...
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Henry and Mudge books volume 10
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.4 - AR Pts: 1
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After eight weeks at Papp's Dog School, Henry's dog Mudge earns a certificate and lots of liver treats.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.6 - AR Pts: 1
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Henry worries about what will happen to his big dog Mudge during their visit to his grandmother's house in the country.
Spending the night at grandmother's house, Henry and Mudge help each other through a scary nighttime adventure when a collection of unfamiliar sounds keeps them awake.
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High-rise private eyes volume 7
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.4 - AR Pts: 1
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Bunny and Jack, animal detectives, take a break from playing cards to look for Bernard Bear's missing messenger whistle.