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A Recent Review from our book review blog Finders Readers
Breaking Stalin’s Nose by Eugene Yelchin
Recommended for: Grades 4 and up
2012 Newbery honor book
Ten year-old Sasha Zaichik dreams of becoming a Young Pioneer and following in his father’s footsteps to become a good communist in the service of Comrade Stalin. However, the night before the ceremony, their communal home’s doorbell rings, and his dad, a member of State Security (secret police), is suddenly arrested and taken away. In the course of a few hours, Sasha’s world turns upside down. Now, he himself is considered an enemy of the state. This short chapter book has wonderfully atmospheric black and white illustrations, and is a page-turning thriller based on historical facts.
Hot Booklists!
Best Books of 2011 - Our picks for the best books of the year for borrowing or giving for children birth through grade 6.
MCBA 2011-2012 Master List - The Massachusetts Children's Book Awards (MCBA) list features great reads for grades 4-6.
Alternate format (ebook, audiobook, etc.) list
2011 Reading in Reading booklist - Our annual summer reading recommended list, compiled by Reading Children's Librarians and School Librarians.
The Big Picture: Afghanistan - Our list of books and websites for children.
Book Recommendations and Reviews
Finders Readers - Our very own book review blog for kids. Read what we have to say, then post a comment to share your opinion!
Anita Silvey's Children's Book-A-Day Almanac - Book recommendations and reviews, as well as events and stories by Children's book expert Anita Silvey.
The Best Children's Books.org - Teachers' picks for best books for kids, sorted by subject and level.
KidsReads.com – Features author interviews, book and film reviews, and great series information.
Horn Book Magazine – Features recommended reading lists, articles about sharing books with your children, and even film reviews. Sign up for their e-newsletter for more information delivered straight to your inbox.
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Read a Story Online
International Children's Digital Library - Thousands of picture books and chapter books from around the world. Flip through the pages online as you read a book in French, Swahili, Farsi, Chinese, or another language!
