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The Year of Secret Assignments

The Year of Secret Assignments (cover)

Written by Jaclyn Moriarty

Arthur A. Levine Books/Scholastic Inc.

Two rival schools begin a penpal program. But things get messy when the letter exchange leads to secret missions, mistaken identities and a war — not to mention excellent kissing.

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The Little Word Catcher

The Little Word Catcher
Written by Danielle Simard, illustrated by Geneviève Côté, translated by Jill Corner

Elsie’s grandmother used to know many marvellous words, but now she seems to be losing them all the time. This story offers a gentle explanation of the effects of Alzheimer’s on relationships in a family. It was first published in French as the award-winning La petite rapporteuse de mots.

Thematic Links: Alzheimer’s Disease - Grandmothers - Families

Details

ISBN:

9781897187449

Call Number:

E SIM

Standing Collection Status:

In Collection

Publisher:

Second Story Press

Publication Year:

2008

Format:

Hardback

Price:

$14.95

Number of Pages:

32

Size:

8.75" x 8.75"

Intended Level:

Ages 5-8

Reading Level:

Grade 2