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The Readers and Read-Alouds for History / Bible / Literature J Literature are loosely gathered under the theme "Award-Winning Titles and Authors." The Literature for J is compelling and interesting, and the Instructor's Guide is full of excellent discussion questions and introductory literary analysis. These books are not, for the most part, stretching or challenging in the way that, say, Hamlet is stretching and challenging. These are thoughtful books that don't require slow reading to ensure comprehension.
You'll find a lovely array of genres in the Readers:
- memoir
- fantasy
- gothic horror (Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde)
- adventure
- survivalist tale
- a Christmas seasonal novel
- sci fi
- dystopian
- mystery
- mythology
- coming-of-age
You'll read Newbery Honor and Newbery Medal books, and more titles by authors who have either won those awards or others (like Joan Aiken, author of The Wolves of Willoughby Chase, who won the Guardian Children's Fiction Prize. This award is given annually, can only be won once per author, and is selected from a panel of British children's writers. Quite the honor!)
This is a brilliant collection of excellent literature. From well-know titles like Dr. Jekyll & Mr. Hyde and The Giver to less well known – and yet every bit as wonderful – Gammage Cup and The Phantom Tollbooth, you will find yourself laughing out loud, tearing up at times, enjoying each adventure, and learning about what it means to be a person of character, addressing issues of human nature, boredom, caring for outsiders, growing up, generosity, and more.
- Outlaws of SherwoodRobin is an apprentice forester unjustly cast out of society. But this creates opportunity for a few stubborn Saxons to gather in secret under Robin's leadership and strike back against the arrogance...Retail: $15.00
- A Christmas CarolThe classic story of Ebenezer Scrooge's transformation from a miserable man who hates to one who shares in Tiny Tim's joyful exclamation, "God bless us every one."Retail: $5.99
- Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. HydeGood Dr. Jekyll is transformed into evil Mr. Hyde by means of an addictive drug. He finds himself more and more inextricably drawn into evil. A parable for our times written by author Robert Louis Stevenson.Retail: $7.95
- Enchantress from the StarsOn a mission to a medieval planet, Elana becomes the key to a daring plan to thwart an invasion. An intelligent, thoughtful work that will stimulate as it entertains. A moving 9th grade reading level...Retail: $9.99
- The Gammage CupA few citizens of an imaginary village dare to question some long-held but false beliefs in the community...and are ostracized as a result. Thought-provoking but easy to read.Retail: $9.99
- Going SoloOne of the 20th century's best-loved authors tells his personal story of "going solo" — striking out on his own in his first job (in East Africa!), flying combat for the RAF in WWII . . .and returning...Retail: $8.99
- Mrs. Frisby and the Rats of NIMHMrs. Frisby, a widowed mouse, must move her family or face death. Unfortunately, her son Timothy is ill and can't be moved. She seeks help from the brilliant rats of NIMH. The solution in the "Mrs. Frisby...Retail: $8.99
- Pictures of Hollis WoodsHollis Woods, an artistic foster child, dreams of having a family. And she nearly gets her wish thanks to the Regans who take her in for a summer.Retail: $7.99
- Treasure IslandThe "Treasure Island" novel by Robert Louis Stevenson is a high seas adventure has a group of treasure seekers following a treasure map to a distant island. Full of piracy and treachery, this book is...Retail: $4.95
- The ThiefNewbery Medal. After Gen's bragging lands him in the king's prison, his chance of escape looks slim. Then the king's scholar summons him for an impossible taskâ€â€_x009d_and then to reach...Retail: $9.99
- The Westing GameThe only mystery story ever to win the Newbery Medal! Sixteen players are possible heirs to Sam Westing's fortune . . . and all of them are suspects in the case of his curious demise. The one who discovers...Retail: $8.99
- The GiverNewbery Medal. In a nameless Utopian community in a future time, everything is under control. There is no war or fear of pain. There are no choices. Every person is assigned a role in the community. A...Retail: $9.99
- The Teacher's Funeral"If your teacher has to die, August isn't a bad time of year for it." Russell Culver is fifteen in 1904, and he's raring to leave his tiny Indiana farm town for the endless sky of the Dakotas. School...Retail: $8.99
- The Phantom TollboothClassic story, in the Alice in Wonderland tradition of word-play and logical conundrum, about a bored young man who discovers life is far from dull if you just put your mind to it.Retail: $8.99
- The Wolves of Willoughby ChaseWolves without and a wicked governess within lead two English girls, Bonnie and Sylvia, to many spine-tingling adventures. Suspenseful. Fun!Retail: $7.99
- Everything on a WaffleNewbery Honor. When Primrose's parents apparently perish at sea, she goes to live with her eccentric Uncle Jack. A delicious story about a small town, living a life of passion, and taking what comes....Retail: $7.99


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