Akimbo lives next to a game reserve in the heart of Africa. His father works on the reserve, and Akimbo develops a love for the wild animals of Africa. When he discovers that poachers are killing elephants and selling the ivory, Akimbo comes up with a daring plan to catch these poachers. Will Akimbo be able to save the elephants from danger? If you enjoy this book, be sure to look for Akimbo and the Lions and Akimbo and the Snakes.

Reviewed by: msp

Date read: 8/7/2012

ISBN-10: 1582346860

ISBN-13: 9781582346861

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In a village in Finland, there once lived a man named Aldar. Because he was very good at deceiving people, he was called Aldar the Trickster. There was a man nicknamed Goat Man who believed that he could not be deceived by Aldar. But deceived he was-6 different times! Everything began when Goat Man believed that Aldar was holding up a tree by leaning against it. Be prepared to laugh as Goat Man keeps falling for Aldar's antics.

Reviewed by: jb

Date read: 7/26/2010

ISBN-13: 9780247643024

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Ancient Persia is a wondrous land filled with Kings, Magi, palaces, and more for those of noble birth. For many others, life is a difficult journey. Rarely do the nobles know what it is like to be without priviledge. Mitra and Babak find themselves in that world when their family is exiled after their father is killed in an unsuccessful attempt to overthrow the King. Disguised as a boy, Mitra cares for her little brother as they live on the street trying to pull together enough to be reunited with family. During these difficult times, Babak begins to dream about others and this gift is soon sought after by others when a dream comes true for a merchant. Trusting the wisdom of an older woman, Mitra and Babak find themselves under the power of a Magus who needs Babak's gift. The journey is dangerous, trust is limited to a very few, and each day becomes more complex as Mitra must protect not only their true identity but also the fact she is a girl. A wonderous tale rich in story and language.

Reviewed by: adf

Date read: 4/26/2011

ISBN-10: 9780689850424

ISBN-13: 9780689850424

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Anna Hibiscus lives with her large family in Africa. Spunky Anna finds herself in different situations, but there's always a family member to help out. The four short chapters in the book each tell a story about Anna and her life in Africa.

Reviewed by: msp

Date read: 8/8/2012

ISBN-10: 1935279734

ISBN-13: 9781935279730

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Los Angeles is a place of movie stars and fast cars, but there's also drive-bys and death. This book is about another L.A. Among the gangs in the barrio, Arturo goes to school, celebrates holidays, and makes friends. According to his father, 'In life there is bueno and there is malo. If you do not find enough of the good, you must yourself create it. Any small goodness is of value.'

Reviewed by: sc

Date read: 4/28/2009

ISBN-10: 0439189365

ISBN-13: 9780439189361

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