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1 review
Joan W. Blos

William Morrow & Co (P), 1987

We wore this book out!
I'm disappointed to learn that the book, Martin's Hats is out of print. When my son, who is now 14 and my daughter, who is now 12, were about 4 or 5, they insisted on reading the book at least daily. As I remember, Martin goes on adventures associated with a variety of hats he has at his disposal. Since my 4 year old goes on imaginary adventures constantly throughout the day, I know he ...

Letters from the Corrugated Castle: A Novel of Gold Rush California, 1850-1852

1 review
Joan W. Blos

Ginee Seo Books, 2007

Book for 4th Graders in California
I am an older teacher new to 4th grade. I spent part of my summer looking for relevant books about California history for my classroom library. I purchased this book and found it to be an ok read but not great. My first reasons, has to do with the geography involved with this book. I know what and where the author is describing but most students have no clue. Second, the characters in this ...

Little Women (Aladdin Classics)

4 reviews
Louisa May Alcott

Aladdin, 2000

One Of The Great American Novels
This edition of LITTLE WOMEN is great! First of all, there's the wonderful story of the March family in the years during and after the Civil War, as the 4 daughters -- Meg, Jo, Beth, and Amy -- grow to womanhood, experiencing joy and overcoming obstacles and tragedy. This edition stays true to the language and grammar used in the original. I have read versions of the novel in which the girls' ...

Newbery Medal Box Set: A Gathering of Days; Caddie Woodlawn; King of the Wind

1 review
Carol Ryrie Brink, Joan W. Blos, ...

Aladdin, 1994

wonderful!
marguerite henry is an amazing horse story writer! wesley dennis only adds to her beautiful writing with his breathtaking portraits of horses. any horse lover would love to read marguerite henry's books!

Old Henry

5 reviews
Joan W. Blos

HarperTrophy, 1990

Old Henry, I want to be like you!
It may not last forever, but this book has momentarily knocked Sherwood Anderson's "Winesburg, Ohio" into second place. "Old Henry" is now my favorite all time book, even after having owned it for about seven years. Oh, I used to read it all the time to the kids, but the moment I realized this book is now, for the time being, my all-time favorite book, is when I sat in the emergency room late one ...

A Gathering of Days: A New England Girl's Journal, 1830-32

40 reviews
Joan W. Blos

Aladdin, 1990

A Unique Historical Account
Blos, Joan W., author. A Gathering of Days. (1979). A Historical Fiction Chapter Book. This is my 7th chapter book reviewed. Winner of the Newberry Honor Time Period and Setting: New Hampshire: 1830-1832 Written in the form of a journal, it is a story about a thirteen year old girl who finds courage within after her mom dies. In her journal, Catherine tells of her experiences in keeping ...

Hello, Shoes!

1 review
Joan W. Blos

Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing, 1999

My daughter's favorite book! I enjoy it too!
This wonderful book reminds adult readers and young children of what an epic odyssey it can be for a child to search for his or her shoes, especially when it is done with a hero of such mythical proportions as a grandpa! Joan Blos's writing is great as usual, while the art work by Anne Boyajian is superb, engaging to child and adult alike. The cover flap says that this is Boyajian's first ...

The Heroine of the Titanic

3 reviews
Joan W. Blos

HarperCollins, 1991

Great Book!
This was a great book! I used it as my subject for a book report on a bigoraphy and it gave all of the info. i needed. Wonderful book...lots of specific details and fun facts!!! awesome book for kids AND adults who are interested in the Titanic. VERY nice picures and fun to read!!!!! Two thumbs up!

The Hungry Little Boy
Joan W. Blos

Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing, 1995

A very simple story full of bold and delightful illustrations depicts the afternoon of a very hungry boy whose grandmother is lovingly preparing his lunch. For children under three.

The Days Before Now
Margaret Wise Brown

Simon & Schuster (Juv), 1994

Newly edited and illustrated, these early recollections by the author of Good Night Moon describe the turn-of-the-century Brooklyn of the author's youth and her family's move to the beaches and woods of Long Island.

Nellie Bly's Monkey
Joan W. Blos

HarperCollins, 1996

In 1889, daredevil reporter Nellie Bly announced her intention to circle the world in seventy-two days. Nobody thought a woman could do such a thing, but, accompanied by a monkey named McGinty she acquired in Singapore, she did just that. "Beautifully designed....Eye-catching, humorous period details abound....This volume will entice young children to learn more about this remarkable woman."--School Library Journal.

One Very Best Valentines Day
Joan W. Blos

Aladdin, 1998

From Newbery Medalist Joan W. Blos and Caldecott Medalist Emily Arnold McCully comes "a quiet story of the transformative power of giving" ("The Horn Book Guide"). When Barbara's treasured bracelet of tiny hearts breaks, the little girl gives the pieces away as valentines to her family as a special surprise. Full color.

The Grandpa Days
Joan W. Blos

Aladdin, 1994

Philip comes up with just the right project to build with Grandpa during their week together, but first he has to learn the difference between wishes and good planning.

Brothers of the Heart: A Story of the Old Northwest 1837-1838

1 review
Joan W. Blos

Atheneum, 1985

Good historical fiction for young people
I liked this book and will be using it this coming school year with my 5th grade students. It is an excellent book that focuses on self esteem, persistence, and acceptance of others with handicaps. However, it appears to be confusing for the fifth grade reading level. The advanced vocabulary and lack of flow because of the use of letters within the text makes me believe the reading level is ...

Brooklyn Doesn't Rhyme (Aladdin Historical Fiction)

2 reviews
Joan W. Blos

Aladdin, 2000

Spend some time with Rosie & Family.
This book is a great look into family life at the turn of the century. It paints a vivid picture of the time in which it's set. Labor Unions, Votes for Women , Comming to America , the newfangled telephone , and more. All of these are woven into the stories Rosie tells about herself & her family. This book also encourages a love of writing and a understanding that some of the most interesting ...

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