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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.7 - AR Pts: 1
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Relatable characters are the stars of Christopher Paul Curtis works. He never wants children, especially African-American children, to struggle to connect with books. That was the challenge of his childhood. This look at Curtis's rise to award-winning author will motivate beginning readers.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.7 - AR Pts: 1
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Did you know that a canine appears in Jumanji, The Polar Express, and other Chris Van Allsburg books? He's a white bull terrier named Fritz. In this low-level biography, developing readers will find inspiration for using their imaginations to combine the normal and the unexpected.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.8 - AR Pts: 1
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The title of Lemony Snicket's most famous collection, A Series of Unfortunate Events, is far from a fitting description of the author's life. Snicket has been fortunate enough to sell more than 60 million copies of his books worldwide! This life story of one zany writer will amuse curious readers.
4) R.L. Stine
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.6 - AR Pts: 1
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Goosebumps and giggles. R.L. Stine's talent is in writing books that cause these reactions. He sets out to make reading a suspenseful or laughworthy experience. In this title, young readers will follow the major plot twist of Stine's writing career, his shift from joke books to horror stories.
5) Judy Blume
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.1 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Praised for capturing what it means to be a young teen, Judy Blume excels as a children's author. She has always enjoyed creating characters and helping them grow through tough times. Learn about Blume's path as an author in this interesting title for young students.
6) J.K. Rowling
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.2 - AR Pts: 1
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Starting at the age of six, J.K. Rowling knew she wanted to be an author. Her eventual creation of Harry Potter and Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry sent Rowling into immediate fame. Grab a hold of your wand and enjoy this thrilling title for young readers.
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