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• The Wheat Doll

  Randall, Alison L.

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  When MaryAnn accidentally leaves her doll, Betty, outside during a storm, Betty's wheat-filled body becomes buried under a mudslide. MaryAnn is heartbroken but a surprise awaits her in the spring.

• That Book Woman

  Henson, Heather

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  Getting books to all the people in the Appalachian Mountains is no easy task. Delivering on horseback is the best solution. This wonderful story is about such a librarian. Her joy is being able to get books into the hands of all the people, young…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• A Taste of Colored Water

  Faulkner, Matt

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  When Abbey Finch tells Jelly and LuLu about seeing a sign saying "colored" at the water fountain on her trip to the big city, they want to go see this water that is colored. When they get the opportunity to ride along with Uncle Jack to the city,…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Ruth and the Green Book

  Ramsey, Calvin A.

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  When Ruth's father purchased his first car in 1952, a trip was planned to visit grandmother in Alabama. But traveling in the south was not easy for African Americans. Unable to get service of any kind, the family discovers the "Green Book". This…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Rabbit Goes to Kansas

  Duvall, Deborah L., 1952-

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  Many of the Kansas state symbols can be found in this fun Cherokee based story of a mystical blue and red bird! Even wildcat joins in the action and participates in "the ball game."

• Owney, the Mail-pouch Pooch

  Kerby, Mona

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  This special pooch is sure to delight each reader. Based on the true story of a stray dog adopted by the U.S. Postal Service. Owney rode with the trains for mail delivery and guarded the mail pouches until delivered safely to their destination. …Read moreRead more of this annotation

• One Splendid Tree

  Helmer, Marilyn

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  Set during WWII, father is away at war and times are hard-so hard that this year will have no Christmas tree. But Christmas is a time when magical things happen, and an old plant nobody wants becomes a beautiful tree for all to enjoy and share. …Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Mufaro's Beautiful Daughters

  An African Tale

  Steptoe, John, 1950-1989

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  A Reading Rainbow favorite! This is a story of two sisters: one filled with kindness; the other with an unpleasant attitude; Which will win out?

• Molly Bannaky

  McGill, Alice

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  Excellent historical fiction set in 1683. The amazing story of Molly Walsh, an indentured servant in colonial America, and how she turned a one room cabin into a thriving one hundred acre farm. Her grandson was the famous Benjamin Banneker!

• In the Garden With Dr. Carver

  Grigsby, Susan

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  One of my all time favorite PO's. I am a huge fan of Dr. George Washington Carver and this beautiful book does not let me down. Sally, a young girl living in rural Alabama, gets to experience the wisdom of this remarkable man.

• Henry's Freedom Box

  Levine, Ellen

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  The true story of Henry "Box" Brown, the slave that mailed himself to freedom. Illustrated by the brilliant and gifted Kadir Nelson. A story for all ages; the timeless tale of freedom!

• Christmas Day in the Morning

  Buck, Pearl S. (Pearl Sydenstricker), 1892-1973

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  A holiday must read! A heartwarming story of the gift a young son gives to his father. As the Grinch stated("How the Grinch Stole Christmas"): "Maybe Christmas doesn't come from a store. Maybe Christmas...perhaps...means a little bit more!" …Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Belle, the Last Mule at Gee's Bend

  a Civil Rights Story

  Ramsey, Calvin A.

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  A true story of the mule, Belle, who played a very significant role in the civil rights movement.

• Arrowhawk

  Schaefer, Lola M., 1950-

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  Based on real events, a red-tailed hawk, less than a year old, survived a poacher's weapon and actually flew around with an arrow stuck through him! A photo of the actual bird is shown in the back of the book. A real attention grabber.

• Angela and the Baby Jesus

  McCourt, Frank

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  One of my favorite authors, Frank McCourt, wrote this touching story told to him by his mother, Angela. When Angela was six years old, she felt sorry for the Baby Jesus figure lying in the Christmas Crib at St. Joseph's Church. She thought the…Read moreRead more of this annotation