Fiction

Kurt Vonnegut's Slaughterhouse-five

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A study guide to Kurt Vonnegut's "Slaughterhouse Five." Includes a biographical sketch of Vonnegut, the story of the creation of the novel, and a summary. Also includes excerpts from critical essays presenting different perspectives on the novel.

The Alchemist

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Paulo Coelho's enchanting novel has inspired a devoted following around the world. This story, dazzling in its simplicity and wisdom, is about an Andalusian shepherd boy named Santiago who travels from his homeland in Spain to the Egyptian desert in search of treasure buried in the Pyramids.

Author:

Paulo Coelho

Grade Level:

High

Lexile:

910L

Length:

04:01

The Nest

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Copies: 6

Steve just wants to save his baby brother—but what will he lose in the bargain? Kenneth Oppel’s (Silverwing, The Boundless) haunting gothic tale for fans of Coraline, is one of the most acclaimed books of the year, receiving six starred reviews. Illustrations from Caldecott Medalist Jon Klassen.

Author:

Kenneth Oppel

Lexile:

640L

The Lightning Thief: Percy Jackson and the Olympians Teachers Edition

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Copies: 1

Twelve-year-old Percy Jackson is about to be kicked out of boarding school...again. No matter how hard he tries, he can't seem to stay out of trouble. But can he really be expected to stand by and watch while a bully picks on his scrawny best friend? Or not defend himself against his pre-algebra teacher when she turns into a monster and tries to kill him?

Author:

Rick Riordan

Lexile:

740L

The Lightning Thief: Percy Jackson and the Olympians Teachers Edition

Rules for Stealing Stars

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Copies: 6

In the tradition of Sharon Creech and Wendy Mass, Corey Ann Haydu's sparkling middle grade debut is a sister story with a twist of magic, a swirl of darkness, and a whole lot of hope.

Author:

Corey Ann Haydu

Lexile:

720L