Meet Nate the Great and his dog Sludge. Together they work as a team to solve all types of mysteries. But what happens when Sludge, a very important member of this team, goes missing? How will Nate solve the case of Sludge's disappearance when Sludge isn't there to help? Follow Nate as he discovers clues in the big department store to find his trusted friend. This is a heart warming and humorous story of the love between a boy and his dog.

Similar authors: David A. Adler

Similar books: Young Cam Jansen and the Spotted Cat Mystery by David A. Adler

Reviewed by: mb

Date read: 7/10/2009

ISBN-10: 0385900201

ISBN-13: 9780385900201

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Commenter: St. Charles Reader, grade 0

Hypatia was born in Alexandria, Egypt in the fourth century. When she was born, her father, the mathematician Theon, pledged to teach her everything he knew. In the book, 'Of Numbers and Stars: The Story of Hypatia' by D.Anne Love, we learn how Hypatia's father kept that promise. She grew up to be a women famous for her knowledge of mathematics, astronomy, and philosophy. Young scholars flocked to Egypt from all over the world to be her students. In an age when girls weren't even allowed to learn how to read and write, Hypatia became one of the most accomplished women of the ancient world.

Similar authors: Diane Stanley

Similar books: The Birth of Mathematics: Ancient Times to 1300 by Michael John Bradley; Cleopatra by Diane Stanley; Outrageous Women of Ancient Times by Vicki Leon; Ancient Mathematics by Rob Staeger

Reviewed by: mb

Date read: 8/2/2010

ISBN-10: 0823416216

ISBN-13: 9780823416219

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Mr. and Mrs. Green do everything together. They perform scary magic tricks, bake and eat lots and lots of cookies, make delicious desserts, and build new inventions. But whatever they do, or wherever they go, Mr. and Mrs. Green will always be together. Read this delightful 4th book in the series following the adventures of our alligator friends, Mr. and Mrs. Green.

Similar authors: Arnold Lobel

Similar books: Frog and Toad Together by Arnold Lobel; Meet Mr. and Mrs. Green by Keith Baker; Lucky Days with Mr. and Mrs. Green by Keith Baker; More Mr. and Mrs. Green by Keith Baker

Reviewed by: mb

Date read: 7/22/2009

ISBN-10: 0152057625

ISBN-13: 9780152057626

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Oscar is a little kitten with lots of question about growing things. He meets Frog at the pond, who shares lots of information about growing, eating, and living. Includes an index and summaries in the back.

Reviewed by: donna

Date read: 9/29/2009

ISBN-10: 0763635588

ISBN-13: 9780763635589

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Owl lives alone in his cozy little home. Read how Owl invites Winter into his home to warm-up and gets scared when he goes to sleep to find two little bumps at the end of his bed. Learn how Owl makes his favorite tea, Tear-Water Tea, and makes friends with the moon. This is the perfect book for the beginning reader.

Similar authors: Cynthia Rylant

Similar books: Frog and Toad by Arnold Lobel; Henry and Mudge by Cynthia Rylant

Reviewed by: mb

Date read: 7/3/2009

ISBN-10: 0064440346

ISBN-13: 9780064440349

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