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	The Mostly True Adventures of Homer P. Figg Rodman Philbrick (2009) , 217 pages Audience: Intermediate (4th-6th grade) Category: Adventure Historical New Books Wars and Conflicts
Request this book from the Library When Homer's seventeen-year-old brother Harold is illegally sold off to the Union Army by their evil guardian, Homer takes it upon himself to go after him and find some way of bringing him home alive. What ensues are some of the most outrageous adventures and outlandish escapes possible. From helping aid escaped slaves on the Underground Railroad to masquerading in a medicine show as a Pig Boy, Homer's ability to improve the truth and his fearless nature will keep you wondering just what will happen next. Will he find Harold before it's too late? Librarian review written by Sarah Write a review of this book

	No! David McPhail (2009) , 32 pages Audience: Primary (K-3rd grade) Adults & Parents Category: New Books Wars and Conflicts Wordless Picture Books
Request this book from the Library This wordless picture book illustrates the atrocities of war in a way that younger children can understand, but it may be upsetting for some young ones. It also shows how people can turn evil around with kindness and ends on a hopeful note. Because this is a wordless story, it's a good tool for parents or teachers to use for explaining war and bullying. Librarian review written by Gwen Write a review of this book

	Peace, Locomotion Jacqueline Woodson (2009) , 136 pages Audience: Intermediate (4th-6th grade) Category: African-American Disability/Special Needs Families New Books Realistic Fiction Wars and Conflicts
Request this book from the Library Lonnie Collins Motion (Locomotion) is back. Since he and his sister Lili still live in separate foster homes, he writes her letters almost every day. He is afraid that he and Lili might forget their parents altogether, so he tries to be the "rememberer." He tells her stories about their life before the fire. Locomotion also tells Lili about Miss Edna and his life now. He tells her about his poetry and his dreams for the future. He shares stories about his foster brothers, Rodney and Jenkins. In his letters, Locomotion struggles with the idea of family. What makes a family? When Jenkins is injured, Locomotion's life is upset again. What will happen to the new family Locomotion has found? Librarian review written by Lisa Write a review of this book

	Lincoln and His Boys Rosemary Wells (2009) , 96 pages Audience: Primary (K-3rd grade) Intermediate (4th-6th grade) Category: Historical New Books Wars and Conflicts
Request this book from the Library What would it be like to have Abraham Lincoln as a dad? Tad and Willie know. It is hard. So many people need their papa. So do they. When the family moves into the White House, Tad and Willie fight to keep their papa. They show up in meetings and drag him away to spend time with them. It is the only thing that keeps Abraham Lincoln from giving in to the sadness that surrounds him as the war continues and soldiers on both sides keep dying. Then the sadness hits closer to home and Tad knows he will always have the memories of being Lincoln's boy. Librarian review written by Lisa Write a review of this book

	I'll Pass for Your Comrade Anita Silvey (2008) , 115 pages Audience: Intermediate (4th-6th grade) Category: Historical New Books Nonfiction Wars and Conflicts
Request this book from the Library Back during the Civil War, women could not join the military. But many women wanted to fight and joined the army disguised as men. This book talks about the reasons they joined up, the ways they had to disguise their identities, and how they got along once they were in the war. Women didn't wear pants then, so they had to get used to walking without their hoop skirts! And they needed to act like men, so they learned to spit and swear too. There are lots of great photographs of the women in their disguises and other interesting information about the Civil War. Librarian review written by Gwen Write a review of this book

	Chasing Lincoln's Killer James L. Swanson (2009) , 208 pages Audience: Intermediate (4th-6th grade) Category: Historical New Books Nonfiction Wars and Conflicts
Request this book from the Library Fact based story of what happened to the conspirators after Lincoln's assassination. John Wilkes Booth actually hatched a plot with friends to also kill Vice President Johnson and Secretary of State Seward on the same night. Booth thought that by killing Lincoln, and other political leaders, the government would topple and the South would be inspired to stay in and eventually win the Civil War. This is the fast paced story of the twelve-day manhunt for Booth and his friends, and what happened to them. Full of historical photographs and anecdotes, it brings to light many events that may not be common knowledge about Lincoln's death. Librarian review written by Kristi Write a review of this book

	Off To War: Voices of Soldiers' Children Deborah Ellis (2008) , 176 pages Audience: Intermediate (4th-6th grade) Category: Families New Books Nonfiction Wars and Conflicts
Request this book from the Library Thousands of soldiers from the United States and Canada are serving their country in Iraq and Afghanistan. Many of these soldiers left families behind. These families are often deeply affected by things that we only see on television or read in the News. In Off to War, these children have a chance to say what it is like to have a loved one in harm's way. Some are frightened while others are confident and happy. Some want to join the army, and others would never even consider it. Despite their differences, all of these kids are anxiously awaiting a time when their moms and dads can come home, and stay home. Librarian review written by Lisa Write a review of this book

	Don't Talk to Me About the War David A. Adler (2008) , 216 pages Audience: Intermediate (4th-6th grade) Category: Historical New Books Realistic Fiction Wars and Conflicts
Request this book from the Library Tommy Duncan is not interested in world affairs. He is not even that interested in school. He likes listening to the radio, cheering for the Brooklyn Dodgers and playing stickball. But it is 1940, and the world is at war. Tommy does not want to talk about the war. It seems far away and most people want the US to stay out anyway. Then, his mother gets sick and Tommy has to help out at home instead of playing stickball. And the war creeps closer to home. His friend Beth introduces him to Sarah. Sarah and her family fled Austria to escape the Nazis. Then his friend's brother joins the Navy and gets ready to set off. As the year ends, Tommy realizes that the war will change everything. Librarian review written by Lisa Write a review of this book

	100 Days and 99 Nights Alan Madison (2008) , 138 pages Audience: Primary (K-3rd grade) Intermediate (4th-6th grade) Category: Families New Books Realistic Fiction Wars and Conflicts
Request this book from the Library Esme is used to life in the military. Her Dad runs a tight ship. She knows all about duty and following orders. She and her family have moved many times, going wherever the Army sends them. But when her Dad has to go away without them, Esme's feelings change. Having her dad gone for 100 days and 99 nights just seems like too much to give. Also, she cannot forget the possibility that he might not come home at all. But Sergeant McCarther always does his duty. It is up to Esme to help take care of things while he is gone. As she counts down the days and nights, Esme faces her fear with courage her father would be proud of. Librarian review written by Lisa Write a review of this book

	Keeping Score Linda Sue Park (2008) , 202 pages Audience: Intermediate (4th-6th grade) Category: Historical New Books Realistic Fiction Wars and Conflicts
Request this book from the Library Maggie-O was named after her father's favorite baseball player, Joe DiMaggio. But Maggie-O is not a Yankee's fan! She is a die-hard Brooklyn Dodgers fan. She lives, eats and breathes with the Bums. When a new guy turns up at the firehouse, Maggie has her doubts. After all, he is a New York Giants fan. But Jim teaches her to officially score baseball games, which makes Maggie love the game even more. When Jim goes off to fight in Korea, Maggie promises to keep score for him until he comes home. But when his letters stop, Maggie begins to worry. She learns that Jim is home, but he might never be the same. Can Maggie-O and baseball bring him home? Librarian review written by Lisa Write a review of this book

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