Holes – paperback, 0439253225, Louis Sachar

Reading this novel feels like having a long conversation with an old friend.

Small Steps – hardcover, 9780385733144, Louis Sachar

You will find that this novel balances dark themes with gentle humor.

Small Steps – hardcover, 9780385733144, Louis Sachar

You will find that this novel sneaks its wisdom into quiet corners.

Wayside School Is Falling Down – 9780380754847, paperback, Louis Sachar

This novel pulls you into its world from the very first page you open.

Wayside School Is Falling Down – 9780380754847, paperback, Louis Sachar

What stands out about this novel is its refusal to tie up every loose end.

Sideways Arithmetic From Wayside School – 0590457268, Louis Sachar, paperback

You will notice that each myth is illustrated with symbolic imagery.

Wayside School Is Falling Down – 9780380754847, paperback, Louis Sachar

I was surprised by how many illustrated insets break up the text.

Holes – Louis Sachar, 9780439244190, paperback

You will appreciate the illustrated reference section in the back.

Holes – Louis Sachar, 9780439244190, paperback

This illustrated novel uses comics to advance the main plot.

Holes – louis-sachar, 9780439244190, paperback

You will find that this activity book has mazes, crosswords, and coloring pages.