Gentle Reads

Gentle Reads
Author: Deanna J. McDaniel
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Total Pages: 328
Release: 2008-06-30
Genre: Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN: 0313094519


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This volume recommends some 500 positive, heart-warming stories for young readers—stories of the human spirit and what it can accomplish; stories of loving families surviving crises in positive ways; historical tales full of quick-witted people (especially girls); fairy tales with strong women; true stories of survival; and more. These gentle and uplifting reads span every genre—from science fiction and fantasy, to mysteries, realistic fiction, biographies, and nonfiction. They are Accelerated Reader titles, Reading Counts titles, and Junior Library Guild selections. Primarily intended for grades 5 to 9, this is a list of reading suggestions for the young adult who wants a great read but does not want to be offended. Grades 5-9.


Gentle Reads
Language: en
Pages: 328
Authors: Deanna J. McDaniel
Categories: Language Arts & Disciplines
Type: BOOK - Published: 2008-06-30 - Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA

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This volume recommends some 500 positive, heart-warming stories for young readers—stories of the human spirit and what it can accomplish; stories of loving fa
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