Isabella's great imagination takes her on a whirlwind day in which she is an amazing astronaut, a speedy sharpshooter, a brave activist, a brilliant scientist, a kind doctor, and a dear mother. Each identity is that of a famous woman who changed history. A wonderful story, My Name is Not Isabella shows the importance good role models can have in our lives and gives honor to women everywhere who use their influence to better the world. Litwin's interesting illustrations that combine digital collage with pastel-styled drawings are bright, charming, and the perfect complement to Fosberry's energetic text.
Intermediate Mystery books are a gold mine. High-low books refer to titles that are of high interest to readers, but contain low level vocabulary. These titles are clever, action-packed, and have several books in the series to keep the mystery alive. These intermediate mystery books are the first in their series and are sure to appease any mystery loving reader. The Ghost Tree Written by Natasha Deen Illustrated by Lissy Marlin New York: Random House Children's Books, 2022. Intermediate. 95 pages. With a dash of paranormal mixed with mystery, this book introduces Asim, a Guyanese American fourth grader who moves to a new town. After a visit to a graveyard, an evil spirit is unleashed. Asim works with new friends, Rokshar and Max, to save their town. With scarily cool illustrations to accompany this text, this book is great for any amateur sleuths who love a touch of creepy. Detective Duck: The Case of the Strange Splash Written by Henry Winkler and Lin Oliver Illustrated by Dan San
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