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Crossing Bok Chitto
by Tim Tingle and Jeanne BridgesThere is a river called Bok Chitto that cuts through Mississippi. In the days before the War Between the States, in the days before the Trail of Tears, Bok Chitto was a boundary. On one side of the river lived the Choctaws. On the other side lived the plantation owners and their slaves. If a slave escaped and made his way across Bok Chitto, the slave was free.
Thus begins Crossing Bok Chitto, told by award-winning Choctaw storyteller Tim Tingle and brought to life with the rich illustrations of Jeanne Rorex Bridges.
Martha Tom, a young Choctaw girl, knows better than to cross Bok Chitto, but one day—in search of blackberries—she disobeys her mother and finds herself on the other side. A tall slave discovers Martha Tom. A friendship begins between Martha Tom and the slave’s family, most particularly his young son, Little Mo. Soon afterwards, Little Mo’s mother finds out that she is going to be sold. The situation seems hopeless, except that Martha Tom teaches Little Mo’s family how to walk on water to their freedom.
César Chávez
by Maria FlemingNIMAC-sourced textbook. César Chávez helped farm workers fight for better pay and better treatment from the farm owners. Read César's story to learn how one man made a difference in so many people's lives.
Castles in the Air
by Celia Warren and Karel Hayes and Martin MelognoNIMAC-sourced textbook
Have you ever done something foolish? What happened? Did you learn from your mistake? These five fables have been collected from around the world. Each fable tells of the consequences of a foolish act.
Butterflies Below Freezing
by Paula Hatton and Stella CruzNIMAC-sourced textbook
When Fifi and Kelly suggest a mid-winter tropical vacation, their dad has a brilliant idea. Soon, the exotic butterflies are hatching, the steamy rainforests are sprouting, the shorts and sandals come out—and they haven't even left home yet!
Animals with Armor
by Jill McDougallNIMAC-sourced textbook
Many animals have armor to protect them. Armor makes it very hard for a predator to eat its prey. Find out about the different kinds of armor: spikes, scales, shells, and exoskeletons.
Animals of the Rain Forest
by Debbie CroftNIMAC-sourced textbook. A rain forest is a home for many animals. Birds, bats, monkeys, snakes, and more live among the trees in this wet, green place.
Animals Armed for Survival
by Stanford MakishiNIMAC-sourced textbook. Animals in the wild have different ways of protecting themselves. What do porcupines, turtles, and alligators have in common? Read the book to find out.
All the Places to Love
by Patricia MacLachlanA picture book celebration of love by the Newbery Medal–winning author, Patricia MacLachlan, with luminous paintings by Mike Wimmer.
Within the sanctuary of a loving family, baby Eli is born and, as he grows, learns to cherish the people and places around him, eventually passing on what he has discovered to his new baby sister, Sylvie: “All the places to love are here . . . no matter where you may live.” This stunning picture book is the perfect gift for parents of a new baby.
An Alien Stole My Movie
by Connah Brecon and Quentin FlynnNIMAC-sourced textbook
The special effects for this class's science-fiction movie project are so cool that you'd think they were real! And those aliens look like they've just arrived from space! This is going to be one movie the cast and crew will never forget.
Alex the Super Soccer Striker
by Peter Millett and Wayne BryantNIMAC-sourced textbook
Alexandra is very nervous about starting at a new school. She wants to be chosen for the first eleven of the soccer team. But she is the only girl at the trials. Will Alex find her confidence in time to become a super soccer striker?
Airplanes
by George IvanoffNIMAC-sourced textbook
Airplanes are impressive aircraft that are used in many ways. People use airplanes to fight fires and take sick people to safety. Airplanes also fly passengers to exciting places all around the world.