reading materials

Traces the life of George Washington Carver, the discoveries, and legacy of the pioneering American agriculturist who was born into slavery and went on to become a college professor.

From blueberries to vanilla, indigenous foods of the Americas are celebrated in this collection of haiku, which also includes information about each food's origins.

Explores the life of Frederick Douglass, who became a famous speaker, newspaper publisher, and antislavery leader.

Gerald discovers that there is something worse than a bird on your head, two birds on your head, and Piggie tries to help her best friend.

Piggie tells Gerald she has a surprise for him, but it is not there yet so Gerald must be patient.

Supremely confident middle school student Nate Wright manages make getting detention from every one of his teachers in the same day seem like an achievement.

A myth that explains the origin of the sea, the forest, and the island now called Puerto Rico.

Tells the story of the amazing service dog who helps former U.S. Army Captain Luis Carlos Montalvan overcome his combat-related wounds.

An impassioned teenage author tells it like it is with the long-haired kids from the wrong side of the tracks.

Dumbledore prepares Harry for his destined clash with Voldemort by revealing secrets from the Dark Lord's past while Harry tries to learn more about the owner of his potions book.