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Hammerin’ Hank of the Braves by Joel H. Cohen TK1838
Hammerin’ Hank of the Braves by Joel H. Cohen, 6th Scholastic paperback printing, TK1838, 1975, 176 pages. Illustrated with charts and photographs. DESCRIPTION:“His teammates call him the Hammer; opposing pitchers call him Bad Henry. And fans call him one … Continue reading
Crazy Laws by Dick Hyman abridged from the Trenton Pickle Ordinance TK4162
Crazy Laws by Dick Hyman, abridged from the Trenton Pickle Ordinance, 1st Scholastic paperback printing, TK4162, 1978, 90 pages. Illustrated by Tom Eaton. DESCRIPTION:“It is not against the law to read this book. Well, there could be such a … Continue reading
101 Hamburger Jokes by Phil Hirsch TK4104
101 Hamburger Jokes by Phil Hirsch, 5th Scholastic paperback printing, TK4104, 1978, 95 pages. Illustrated by Don Orehek. DESCRIPTION:“How does a Burger acquire good taste? With a little seasoning!” (from the back cover)
Sounder by William. H. Armstrong TK2371
Sounder by William. H. Armstrong, TK2371, 3rd Scholastic paperback printing, 1973, 116 pages. Illustrated with photos from the Twentieth Century Fox movie. DESCRIPTION: William H. Armstrong stated in his author’s note that this story is the true story of … Continue reading
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Tagged black man, dog, racism, sounder, white man's church, william armstrong
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Ring On My Finger by Joan Tate TK3487
Ring On My Finger by Joan Tate , 1st Scholastic paperback printing, TK3487, 1976, 174 pages. DESCRIPTION:“Recipe for a good read: Take one feather-brained teen mother; one level-headed young father; one cherubic infant. Mix well with a bunch of … Continue reading
Only Earth and Sky Last Forever by Nathaniel Benchley TK2456
Only Earth and Sky Last Forever by Nathaniel Benchley , 1st Scholastic paperback printing, TK2456, 1973, 207 pages. DESCRIPTION:“How can he ever hope to do enough brave deeds to win the girl he loves? The Indian Agency has taught … Continue reading
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Tagged battle, big horn, crazy horse, indian, indian agency, nathaniel benchley, only earth and sky last forever, warrior, white soldiers
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Laura’s Luck: An Amy and Laura Adventure by Marilyn Sachs TK4451
Laura’s Luck: An Amy and Laura Adventure by Marilyn Sachs, 4th Scholastic paperback printing, TK4451, 1979, 216 pages. Cover illustrated by Ruth Sanderson. DESCRIPTION:“Their father waved as the crowded camp bus started moving. ‘Good-by! Don’t forget to write!’ ‘Goodby!’ … Continue reading
Then and Now by Jeannette Fidell TK3222
Then and Now by Jeannette Fidell, TK3222, 3rd Scholastic paperback printing, 1977, unpaginated, approximately 116 pages. Illustrated by Tom Funk. DESCRIPTION: “91 cartoons about school, home, playing, dating- 200 years ago compared to [1977]. You’re sure to laugh out … Continue reading
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Tagged cartoons, historical context, jeanette fidell, present roles, then and now, tom funk
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20,000 Leagues Under The Sea by Jules Verne TK1971
20,000 Leagues Under The Sea by Jules Verne, abridged and edited by Vic Crume, 5th Scholastic Books paperback printing, 1975, 317 pages. DESCRIPTION:“Desperately, the men cling to the giant hulk in the water. Suddenly its iron body begins- to … Continue reading
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Tagged 000 leagues under the sea, 20, captain nemo, jules verne, submrine
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