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Ages 12 & up • Young Adult Reads
Jean Craighead
George
CHARLIE’S RAVEN
“In the world of the Teton Sioux Indian
tribe, the raven is believed to be able to
cure illnesses. With this in mind, Charlie
captures a baby raven to help his grandfather
recover from a heart attack. The
raven, named Blue Sky, helps Granddad
feel better and leads Charlie on a
scientific study of ravens and their affect
on humans…The description of Teton
Sioux beliefs and customs, an integral
part of the story, is well blended with details
of raven habits and nature studies.”
—School Library Journal
Rec: BL, K, PW, SLJ, V
5 1/16 x 7 3/4 208 pp. 2006
978-0-14-240547-5 $5.99
DIPPER OF COPPER CREEk
With John George
Doug is spending the summer in the
Colorado Rockies, prospecting for gold
with his miner grandfather. One day, he
comes across the strangest bird he has
ever seen: the water ouzel. After an avalanche,
oug finds himself raising an ouzel
of his own. “The books by the Georges
are the first books offered readers who
want accurate and interesting books
about animals.” —New York Herald
Tribune
Rec: CSM
5 1/16 x 7 3/4 192 pp. 1996
978-0-14-037622-7 $6.99
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FRIGHTFUL’S MOUNTAIN
“The star of this story is Frightful, the
peregrine falcon featured in My Side of
the Mountain and On the Far Side of
the Mountain. Her life now depends
on breaking her imprinting bond with
Sam Gribley and learning to live as a
wild bird....The writing is lyrical and the
author’s obvious love and respect for her
subject comes through. Frightful’s story
is filled with excitement and adventure...
young nature lovers should be enthralled
by it.” —School Library Journal
Rec: BL, KA, NYT, PW, RT, SLJ
5 1/16 x 7 3/4 272 pp. 2001
978-0-14-131235-4 $6.99
MY SIDE OF THE MOUNTAIN
A boy in the mountains learns to live
entirely by his own wits and resourcefulness.
“This book brings a great deal
to children; emphasis on the rewards
of courage and determination...but far
more important, unforgettable experiences
in the heart of nature.”
—The Horn Book
Rec: AN, B, BL, C, CE, CS, E, H, K, SLJ, TE, W
Newbery Honor
5 1/16 x 7 3/4 192 pp. 1991/2001
978-0-14-131242-2 $6.99
Puffin Modern Classic
5 x 7 192 pp. 2004
978-0-14-240111-8 $6.99
ON THE FAR SIDE OF
THE MOUNTAIN
“Surpasses the original in style and substance....This
story [is] a jewel.”
—Booklist
Rec: BG, BL, C, CR, H, K, NYT, R, SLJ
5 1/16 x 7 3/4 176 pp. 1991/2001
978-0-14-131241-5 $6.99
VULPES THE RED FOX
With John George
Vulpes was the smartest pup of the litter—and
he grew into a fast, quick-witted
fox whose abilities became legend
among the forest’s hunters. He led them
on hopeless chases, slipping away at the
last moment. Then he came face to face
with the hunter who was his greatest
enemy... “A distinguished animal story
full of the feel of the wind and the vigor
of the life in the wild.” —Library Journal
Rec: LJ
5 1/16 x 7 3/4 192 pp. 1996
978-0-14-037623-4 $6.99
See index for more titles by Jean Craighead George.
GARFINKLE, D. L.
STORkY
How I Lost My Nickname and
Won the Girl
“[T]his is an enjoyable read about the
social development, psyche, and sexuality
of one teenage male in that first overwhelming
year of heaven and hell in the
halls of high school.”—School Library
Journal “This first novel shows a real flair
for comedy and dialogue and genuine
empathy for the awkward teen in all of
us.” —Booklist
Rec: BL, K, PWH, SLJ
4 1/4 x 7 192 pp. 2007
978-0-14-240782-0 $5.99
GLENN, MEL
WHO kILLED MR. CHIPPENDALE?
A Mystery in Poems
When popular Tower High English
teacher Mr. Chippendale is fatally shot,
everyone’s a suspect. Told in a series of
interlocking poems, this suspenseful story
will keep readers guessing who the killer
is right up until the last page. “More
than a whodunit, this unique offering explores
a multitude of issues in its pages.”
—School Library JournalH
Rec: BKL, BL, K, NYTA, PW, SLJH, V
5 1/2 x 8 1/4 112 pp. 1999
978-0-14-038513-7 $5.99
GOING, K. L.
FAT kID RULES THE WORLD
“Troy Billings is seventeen, 296 pounds,
friendless, utterly miserable, and about
to step off a New York subway platform
in front of an oncoming train. Until
he meets Curt MacCrae, an emaciated,
semi-homeless, high school dropout
guitar genius, the stuff of which Lower
East Side punk rock legends are made…
Soon, Curt’s recruited Troy as his new
drummer—even though Troy can’t play
the drums. Together, Curt and Troy will
change the world of punk, and Troy’s
own life, forever. “[A]n impressive debut
that offers hope for all kids—dross transmuted
into gold.” —BooklistH
Rec: BLH, CH, H, K, PW, SLJH, V
Printz Honor
5 1/2 x 8 1/2 192 pp. 2004
978-0-14-240208-5 $6.99
See index for more titles by K. L. Going.