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Award Winner
The Mostly True Adventures of Homer P. Figg
by Rodman PhilbrickThis rollicking yarn, presented through the voice of 12-year-old Homer, uses humor and pluck to mitigate the horrors of the American Civil War. more
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Hubble: A Journey Through Space and Time
by Edward WeilerNASA set out on a monumental journey with the launch of the Hubble Space Telescope in April 1990. Since then, it has captured the minds... more
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One Grain of Rice: A Mathematical Folk Tale
by DemiAn exquisite tale set in India that brings home to kids the wonder of numbers, and the power of doubling a number. Use grains or... more
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Award Winner
The Invention of Hugo Cabret
by Brian SelznickThe Invention of Hugo Cabret is a truly unique piece of fiction. The pencil illustrations by author and illustrator Brian Selznick are outstanding! Do check out... more
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Award Winner
Moon Over Manifest
by Clare VanderpoolMoon over Manifest by Clare Vanderpool is the 2011 Newbery Medal winner. The town of Manifest is based on Frontenac, Kan., the home of debut... more
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Beginning Algebra
by Margaret L. Lial, John Hornsby...This book is the recommended text for the Beginning Algebra course (for the secondary level) offered by the Educational Program for Gifted Youth (EPGY) at... more
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Mindstorms: Children, Computers, And Powerful Ideas
by Seymour A. PapertThis book is as much about LOGO and programming, as it is about learning and education. It is as relevant for all parents and educators... more
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The Book Thief
by Markus ZusakThe Book Thief is a captivating and thrilling book. With an incredibly strong plot, as well as some fascinating characters, Markus Zusak has created a... more
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Author: A True Story
by Helen Lester“A long time ago there lived a three-year old author. Me.” Thus begins a hilarious autobiographical account of Helen Lester’s life as a writer in this... more
Must-have books for kids aged 0-18 and their parents recommended by SmartBean editors