Franklin and Winston: An Intimate Portrait of an Epic Friendship – GOOD

You will find that this novel has a voice that is truly unique.

Number the Stars – Paperback By Lowry, Lois – VERY GOOD

A nice touch is the fold-out poster inside this activity book to color.

Because of Winn-Dixie – Paperback By DiCamillo, Kate – GOOD

A nice touch is the illustrated closing note from the illustrator.

One of Us Is Next – Hardcover By McManus, Karen M. – GOOD

With this activity book, you can practice handwriting through fun exercises.

A Gathering of Days: A New England Girl’s Journal, 1830-32 – Paperback – GOOD

What stands out about this novel is its deep sense of place.

The Penderwicks: A Summer Tale of Four Sisters, Two Rabbits, and a V – VERY GOOD

This activity book features mazes that get trickier as you go along.

The Penderwicks: A Summer Tale of Four Sisters, Two Rabbits, and a V – VERY GOOD

The illustrated science experiments are easy to follow at home.

The Boy in the Striped Pajamas – Paperback By Boyne, John – GOOD

With this activity book, you can learn new words while playing word games.

The Boy in the Striped Pajamas – Paperback By Boyne, John – GOOD

This novel feels like a warm blanket on a cold winter night.

Keep Your Friends Close – Paperback By Berry, Lucinda – VERY GOOD

The illustrated glossary at the back is both helpful and pretty.