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|  | Annie, Bea & Chi Chi Dolores by Denys Cazet, Donna Maurer
A high-energy look at a regular day of Counting, Drawing, Erasing, of Snack Time, Tickling, Untangling--given a particularly playful spin because these three friends are who they are. It makes no difference to them that one is a bear, one a dog, and the third a hippopotamus. The teacher, for that matter, is a cat. Full-color illustrations. AUTHOR: Denys Cazet, Donna Maurer
PUBLISHER: Scholastic, Incorporated
FORMAT: Paperback
CATEGORY: Reference 
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 | Adventures of Huckleberry Finn by Alfred Kazin, Barry Moser, Bob Blaisdell, Donald McKay, E. W. Kemble
Twain spent seven years writing this classic novel--the book Hemingway claimed is the basis for all American fiction. The story of Huck's and Jim's quest for freedom on a raft on the Mississippi provides a panoramic view of Southern society, which Twain saw as beset by greed, violence, and coldhearted brutality. At the end, Huck definitively abandons the conventional cant which he has been raised to believe in when he makes the decision to go to hell rather than betray his friend Jim and send him back to slavery. The book has been banned from time to time, beginning with its publication when it was deemed too subversive for children, until in the late 20th century when, despite its sympathetic attitude toward blacks and is violent denunciation of slavery, it has been branded racist largely because Twain's use of dialect and offensive language. AUTHOR: Alfred Kazin, Barry Moser, Bob Blaisdell, Donald McKay, E. W. Kemble
PUBLISHER: Simon & Schuster Audio
FORMAT: Audio
CATEGORY: Reference
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 | Literature Guides by Scholastic Professional Books Staff
Julie of the Wolves is an example of realistic fiction. Although the story is fictional, the setting is a real place that is accurately described. The behavior of the wolves is carefully researched and based on scientific fact. Julie's strategies for survival in the Arctic and the portrayal of Eskimo life in the Far North are also realistically described. Pages 14 and 15 can be used to reinforce an understanding of the genre of realistic fiction. AUTHOR: Scholastic Professional Books Staff
PUBLISHER: Scholastic, Incorporated
FORMAT: Paperback
CATEGORY: Reference
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 | French for Beginners by Angela Wilkes
This delightful series is more inviting than ever, now that each book is accompanied by a lively and easy-to-follow audiocassette. No heavy text -- just colorful and amusing cartoon strips with speech bubbles to make understanding and speaking practically instantaneous. On the tape, native speakers demonstrate how the language should sound, ensuring accurate pronunciation right from the start. AUTHOR: Angela Wilkes
PUBLISHER: McGraw-Hill/Contemporary
FORMAT: Hardcover
CATEGORY: Reference
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 | Writing Your Life by Lou W. Stanek
We all have stories to tell - of a rapturous first kiss, a life altering moment of choice, or the shocking revelation of a long-guarded secret. And these stories are often as distinctive, fascinating, exciting and entertaining as those found in the memoirs and autobiographies that currently top the nation`s bestseller lists. We just need to know how to tell them best. Veteran writing teacher, lecturer, and author of So You Want to Write a Novel, Lou Willett Stanek can help you translate your joys and ordeals, thoughts and triumphs into superbly crafted nonfiction - taking you step-by-step through the writing process with care, encouragement, and expert advice. She shows you how to unlock your memories, create settings and scenes, portray major characters and dramatic events. And she offers the key to finding your own unique voice, and to presenting your greatest character - yourself - without boring your reader or sounding egotistical. AUTHOR: Lou W. Stanek
PUBLISHER: Morrow/Avon
FORMAT: Paperback
CATEGORY: Reference
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 | Running the Road to ABC by Denize Lauture, Reynold Ruffins
A poetic text tells of the adventures of six children as they run across the Haitian countryside each morning on their way to school. Along the way, they notice and appreciate the beauty of nature. Illustrated with acrylic paintings. AUTHOR: Denize Lauture, Reynold Ruffins
PUBLISHER: Simon & Schuster Books For Young Readers
FORMAT: Hardcover
CATEGORY: Reference
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