Hidden Gems: Great Reads Waiting for You to Discover
Have you ever found yourself in this situation? You’ve lost something important. You look for hours and finally….you find it! Not the first thing you were looking for but something else, something better. It could be something you lost ages ago and then forgot about, it could have sentimental value, or it could even be something really cool that you didn’t know existed. Either way you didn’t find that missing item, but you discovered a hidden gem and these are waiting for you in the most surprising places, including the library!
Here are some that I discovered just by casually perusing the shelves.
Early Chapter books
A light hearted mystery story that will keep readers guessing what is that squirrel so afraid of? A great early chapter book for reluctant readers.
A quirky and fun read, with many twists and random pop culture references. This book will make even the most serious reader laugh out loud.
Meet Danny Dragonbreath, a funny dragon with no fears! He gets into trouble when he gets a bad grade in school and has to visit his serpent cousin to help him with his project. A great early chapter hybrid book.
The Case of the Crooked Carnival
A perfect blend of science and mystery with four great stories in one book! Doyle and Fossey use science concepts to solve mysteries in their town. The book also comes with easy science experiments that young readers can'try at home.
A delightful mystery book, with an intriguing story but simple language and beautiful pictures. Young readers will love following Precious Ramstowe’s first case.
Ghosthunters and the Incredibly Revolting Ghost!
A spooky tale about a young boy named Tom who learns the trade of ghost hunting. A great early chapter book for readers who are looking for complex plot lines and expanded vocabulary.
Juvenile Fiction
The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane
Join Edward Tulane a porcelain rabbit who goes on an amazing adventure. A fantastic read-a-loud, told with beautiful language, this tale will engage both the young and young at heart.
Eva Nine is a spunky girl who wakes up and finds herself in a strange place called Orbona. She meets many curious characters who both try to help and destroy her. A wonderful read full of intrigue and adventure.
There are both perks and drawbacks to being a zombie, which Nathan Abercrombie soon learns. But when goop suddenly comes out of all the faucets in his town it’s up to Nathan and his friends to save the day. Nathan discovers how being a zombie can come in handy when solving a crime.
Threptus and Floridius work together to solve their first mystery. Is there really a demon that haunts the rich woman’s house at night? Told with historical references to ancient Rome, young readers will enjoy this interesting mystery.
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