Every Living Thing
This book of by Cynthia Rylant contains 12 short pieces that tell the story of when an animal changes a human’s life for the better.
Country Life
Dear Rebecca, Winter is Here
On a cold winter morning, grandmother writes, “Dear Rebecca, winter is here”. Read on to experience the many swift changes of winter grandmother describes in her letter.
The Chicken Chasing Queen of Lamar County
This fast-moving, quick-talking ‘Chicken-Chasing Queen,’ a high-spirited little girl on her grandma’s farm, comes to understand and respect Miss Hen when she discovers this prize chicken’s well-guarded secret!
The Boy Who Grew Flowers
A boy from an unusual family has a unique gift: when the moon is full he sprouts flowers out the top of his head!
The Best Kind of Gift
When a new parson arrives in the town of Dogwood, everyone works to make him feel at home.
Basket Moon
This coming of age story captures the moment in time when a child discovers that the outside world doesn’t always view him or his family the way that he does. A boy and his father take their handmade baskets into the city to sell, and the boy is called a ‘hillbilly’ by someone in town.
All the Places to Love
Each of Eli’s family members has a favorite place on their farm. His mother loves to visit a blueberry patch on the hill, and his grandfather feels most at home in the cool, peaceful barn. As he grows from infant to toddler to boy, Eli discovers that he loves the marsh where ducklings follow their
Sweet Potato Pie
It’s been a dry summer on the farm and money is tight. A family needs $75 quick, or the bank will take the farm away! Luckily, Mama has a great recipe for sweet potato pie, and the Harvest Celebration is coming up the next day. Will they be able to make enough pies in time?
