'Joan of Arc: Heroine of France' by Ann Tompert is a beautifully written and illustrated narrative biography of the life of St. Joan. Joan was born in the village of Domremy, France over 500 years ago. Before she reached the age of 17, she was visited by St. Michael the Archangel and instructed by God to take command of the French forces. Her mission was to drive the English out of France and to help lead the Dauphin Charles to Rheims to become 'officially' crowned the King of France. Although her life ended in tragedy, Joan accomplished her mission and has become one of the most famous and beloved heroines of France.

Similar authors: Josephine Poole; Diane Stanley; Shana Corey

Similar books: Warrior Girl: A Novel of Joan of Arc by Paulie Chandler; Joan of Arc by Josephine Poole; Saint Valentine by Ann Tompert; St. Patrick by Ann Tompert; Grandfather Tang's Story by Ann Tompert; Joan of Arc by Shana Corey

Reviewed by: mb

Date read: 7/21/2010

ISBN-10: 1590780094

ISBN-13: 9781590780091

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Faith's family is traveling to California by Wagon Train in 1850. Many things must be left behind because there is little room in the Wagon. However, Faith can't leave Josefina, her pet hen, behind. She has raised Josefina from a chick, but Pa says that if Josefina causes any trouble, 'Out she goes'. Follow Faith and Josefina on their journey to California as Faith chronicles their adventures on her quilt.

Similar authors: Janet Beeler Shaw

Similar books: Araminta's Pint Box by Karen Ackerman; Wagon Wheels by Barabara Brenner; Meet Kirsten: An American Girl by Janet Beeler Shaw

Reviewed by: mb

Date read: 7/8/2009

ISBN-10: 0060213493

ISBN-13: 9780060213497

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When Judy's classmate comes to class boasting of winning the Northern Virginia Spelling Bee, Judy vows that she will also be famous. At home, her brother Stink keeps the 'Moody Hall of Fame' on their refrigerator, but Judy sees only the Stink Hall of Fame. Her attempts range from faking an antique cherry pit to trying to beat the world's record for the longest 'caterpillar' line with her friends. Her second place in the local pet contest leads to a picture of her elbow in the local paper. Will Judy ever become famous? This book is the second in the Judy Moody series.

Similar books: Junie B. Jones series by Barbara Park; Ramona series by Beverly Cleary

Reviewed by: sc

Date read: 7/6/2009

ISBN-10: 0763608491

ISBN-13: 9780763608491

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Junie B. (and yes, she insists on using the B.) describes her feelings about starting kindergarten, making new friends, and what she does when she decides not to ride the bus home. This is the first book in the Junie B. Jones series.

Reviewed by: sc

Date read: 3/27/2009

ISBN-10: 0375841563

ISBN-13: 9780375841569

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A terrible thing happened to Junie B. Jones! And it's called - someone took her new, black, furry mittens! And they kept them! They didn't even put them in the Lost and Found at school. What Junie B. does next will make you laugh out loud!

Reviewed by: sc

Date read: 3/27/2009

ISBN-10: 0679983422

ISBN-13: 9780679983422

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