When he decides to turn his fifth-grade teacher’s love of the dictionary around on her, clever Nick Allen invents a new word and begins a chain of events that quickly moves beyond his control.

Liz says:

“This fantastical, wonderful book is loved by everyone. Clements always finds a way to deliver important messages through totally entertaining stories. This is a must read.”

Cliff describes the excitement, conflict, and sudden tragedy experienced by his large and boisterous family during his eleventh year.

Liz says:

“I just bought this for my 4th grade son. I’ll let you know what we think. In the meantime, Ralph Fletcher is wonderful so I have big hopes for this one.”

In this novel based on the story of Cinderella, Ella struggles against the childhood curse that forces her to obey any order given to her.

Liz says:

“Gail Carson Levine is fabulous! This is a totally entertaining story with interesting twists and turns to the familiar story. Girls love this. I haven’t seen the movie, but I have heard it’s good!”

Wilbur, the pig, is desolate when he discovers that he is destined to be the farmer’s Christmas dinner until his spider friend, Charlotte, decides to help him.

Liz says:

“This timeless classic is loved by all who read it. You will laugh and you’ll cry and everything in between.”

Ten-year-old India Opal Buloni describes her first summer in the town of Naomi, Florida, and all the good things that happen to her because of her big ugly dog Winn-Dixie.

Liz says:

“This is an amazingly touching and heartwarming story. It deals with some harsh realities in a very accessible way. It’s an easy book to read but I would most highly recommend it for 4th grade.”

The Runaway Bunny

A little rabbit who wants to run away tells his mother how he will escape, but she is always right behind him.

Liz says:

“Once again Brown gives a timeless treasure. The pacing of the story is just right and the reassuring message of home and love is beautiful.”

Goodnight Moon

A little bunny says goodnight to each of the objects in the great green room before falling asleep.

Liz says:

“This is probably one of the best known picture books for infants and toddlers. It is told with a lyrical cadence and is the perfect bedtime story.”