This book is about the princess Elizabeth I of England and all of the things going on in her life in the year 1544.

Reviewed by: St. Charles Reader

Date read: 2/16/2010

ISBN-10: 0590684841

ISBN-13: 9780590684842

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Timid Emily is suddenly orphaned, and to escape the Catchum Child-Catching Services (who want to deliver her to her wicked Uncle for a fee) she goes on a wild stagecoach ride to the far-away town where her Aunt Hilda lives. It will take all of Emily's emerging courage and the help of her fellow orphan Jackson to escape the wiles of her uncle. This book is written in a lively, engaging style and each chapter ends with a 'cliff-hanger' in bold type that will keep even reluctant readers interested in what happens next.

Awards nominated: 2014 Bluestem Nominee

Reviewed by: msp

Date read: 3/10/2011

ISBN-10: 0385736169

ISBN-13: 9780385736169

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Eric the Red by Neil Grant is a young reader's biography about the famous Viking chief and explorer. As a typical Viking, Eric loved the sea almost as much as he loved a good fight. However, due to one of these quarrels, Eric was banished from Norway for three years. Determined to find a new land and obtain the fame and forture that goes along with it, Eric the Red sailed west on a 'voyage of discovery'. He landed and settled in a place now called Greenland. Eric the Red had a boundless curiosity, an adventureous nature, and a fearless spirit. He eventually passed these qualities on to his equally famous son, Leif Ericsson. Following in his father's footsteps, Leif discovered America 500 years before Christopher Columbus.

Similar authors: Haydn Middleton; Andrew Langley; Jacqueline Milton; Andrea Shavick

Similar books: Cleopatra: The Queen of Dreams by Haydn Middleton; Amelia Earhart: The Pioneering Pilot by Andrew Langley; Captain Cook: The Great Ocean Explorer by Haydn Middleton; Galileo: Scientist and Stargazer by Jacqueline Milton; Alexander The Great: The Greatest Ruler of the Ancient World by Andrew Langley

Reviewed by: mb

Date read: 7/16/2010

ISBN-10: 0195214315

ISBN-13: 9780195214314

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When ancient Carthage is invaded by the Roman Army, young Sara's life will never be the same again. Follow her swashbuckling adventures at sea as she and her father escape Carthage on one of his trading vessels. This book is crammed with interesting details about life in the ancient world and what trade and sailing were like in those times, as well as being a great adventure story.

Reviewed by: msp

Date read: 12/10/2009

ISBN-10: 0823422178

ISBN-13: 9780823422173

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Growing up in Texas with six brothers and the name Calpurnia is tough enough, but then it is summer and it is hotter than hot. Calpurnia is very curious about the world around her and with the guidance of her grandfather, she explores the river and the natural world around her. She learns to sharpen her observation skills and fills her notebook with interesting facts. Through the year, we share in Calpurnia's fascinating world of 1899 and all the discoveries that were taking place at the turn of the century.

Similar books: The Penderwicks The Penderwicks on Garden Street

Awards nominated: Rebecca Caudill Award Nominee 2012

Awards won: Newbery Honor 2010

Reviewed by: adf

Date read: 2/1/2010

ISBN-10: 0805088415

ISBN-13: 9780805088410

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