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Letters to a Young Gymnast by Nadia Comaneci - Book Review

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Letters to a Young Gymnast By Nadia Comaneci Cover Image
$16.99
ISBN: 9780465025053
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Published: Basic Books - November 8th, 2011

A beautiful and inspiring autobiography full of twists and turns and a very happy ending. ~ Reviewed by Fran Tobia


Left for Dead

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Left for Dead: A Young Man's Search for Justice for the USS Indianapolis By Peter Nelson Cover Image
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ISBN: 9780385730914
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Published: Delacorte Press - November 11th, 2003

Hunter Scott was watching the movie Jaws with his father, when the USS Indianapolis is mentioned. His principal father told Hunter to do more research to learn more about the historical events. The journey would take Hunter all the way to Washington, D.C. in his quest to not only learn about the disaster, but also on his quest to help clear the name of its captain. Scott's introduction, survivor accounts and Nelson's text reads like fiction text makes this a book for the reader who has done the traditional World War II fiction and traditional non-fiction. Not only for those interested in World War II or history, but also for those interested in the Navy, shipwrecks and true-adventure stories. ~ Reviewed by Jeanette


Riding to Washington

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Riding to Washington (Tales of Young Americans) By Gwenyth Swain, David Geister (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Gwenyth Swain, David Geister (Illustrator)
$17.95
ISBN: 9781585363247
Availability: Special Order
Published: Sleeping Bear Press - December 28th, 2007

A young girl from Indianapolis and her father ride to Washington D.C. for a very important historical event. A long the way, Janie learns a little about right and wrong and why the people from her town (and others around the country) decided to take a bus and hear one mans speech. Swain's combination of the facts into fiction makes this a great read aloud and a perfect addition to any collection. ~ Reviewed by Jeanette


Martin's Big Words

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Martin's Big Words: The Life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. (Caldecott Honor Book) (A Big Words Book #1) By Doreen Rappaport, Bryan Collier (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Doreen Rappaport, Bryan Collier (Illustrator)
$9.99
ISBN: 9781423106357
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Published: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers - December 18th, 2007

With beautiful, bold collages the author and the illustrator tell us the story of Martin Luther King, primarily in his own words. The narrative is punctuated by quotes from Martin so you get the sense of his passion and the motivation behind his non-violent protests. This story is one we all know, but should continue to present to our children in all its various forms and levels. The illustrations in this particular incarnation are very important, because they represent a coming together of various materials and mediums, and they do so beautifully, giving each other a new meaning. Letting children see the words of the man himself rather than simply telling the story will bring the subject matter that much closer to them. By focusing on his accomplishments rather than his untimely and violent death, there is a sense of hope that is constant throughout the book. This book is stunning and thought provoking. ~ Reviewed by Jessica Wood


Twelve Rounds to Glory

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Twelve Rounds to Glory (12 Rounds to Glory): The Story of Muhammad Ali By Charles R. Smith Jr., Bryan Collier (Illustrator) Cover Image
$14.99
ISBN: 9780763650025
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Published: Candlewick - August 24th, 2010

The rap inspired verse of Twelve Rounds to Glory: The Story of Muhammad Ali, (ages 10 & up) by Charles R. Smith Jr., illustrated by Bryan Collier, weaves and bobs and jabs with relentless energy while the bold collage artwork matches every move. Charting the career and life of "The Greatest" from the moment in 1960 when he won Olympic gold to raising the Olympic torch in 1996 with shaking hands. This is a dynamic chronicle of a remarkable life. ~ Reviewed by Jessica Wood


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