Northern Lights

Northern LightsBy: Tim O'Brien A CLASSIC FROM THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF THE THINGS THEY CARRIED Originally published in 1975, Tim O'Brien's debut novel demonstrates the emotional complexity and enthralling narrative tension that later earned him the National Book Award. At its core is the relationship between two brothers: one who went to Vietnam and one who stayed at home. As the two brothers struggle against an unexpected blizzard in Minnesota's

Lemon and Tahini Soup

Add abundant fossil fuels

silly stories

and other races

witty memoir that is also an immersive exploration of classical music—its power

By: Lucille Recht Penner | Illustrator:  Pamela Johnson | Series: Step into Reading

Chris Knutsen  A tribute to New York City's most literary borough-featuring original nonfiction pieces by today's most celebrated writers

Trek the wild plains of Africa and mingle with meerkats

The lasting appeal of these classic books will ensure this collection takes pride of place on any child's bookshelf

By: Sam Taplin | Illustrator:  Stephen Cartwright | Series: Farmyard Tales Poppy and Sam Join Poppy and Sam for a steam train adventure full of fun sound effects

While camping in the woods

Rodney was one of the most popular guys in his fifth-grade class