Book List

Atwater, Richard. Mr. Popper’s Penguins

The unexpected delivery of a large crate containing an Antarctic penguin changes the life and fortune of Mr. Popper. (Newbery Award)

Babbitt, Natalie. Search for Delicious

Since there was a disagreement in the castle over a definition for the new dictionary, the Prime Minister’s young assistant is sent out to poll the entire citizenry.

Scieszka, Jon. Knights of the Kitchen Table

Joe receives a magic book for his birthday from his uncle.  Joe, Fred, and Sam are transported to a time when evil knights, fire-breathing dragons and vile-smelling giants roam the land.

Duffey, Betsy. Cody Unplugged

Cody is convinced he cannot survive a week at camp without television or video games.

Levine, Gail Carson. The Princess Test

In this humorous retelling of Hans Christian Andersen’s “The Princess and the Pea,” Lorelei must pass many difficult tests in order to prove that she is a true  princess and win the hand of Prince Nicholas.

Rockwell, Thomas How to Eat Fried Worms

Billy makes a bet with his friends that he can eat 15 worms in 15 days.  Even with a free choice of condiments--from peanut butter to horseradish -- Billy wonder if he can really do it.