"To read a writer is for me not merely to get an idea of what he says, but to go off with him and travel in his company." - French author Andre Gide
Recommended by Erik Johansen, adult services librarian, and Becky O’Neil, youth services librarian at the Westerville Public Library
Heroes Among Us: Firsthand Accounts of Combat from America’s More Decorated Warriors in Iraq and Afghanistan
Edited by Major Chuck Larson, Foreword by General Tommy Franks and Afterword by John McCain
These 29 interviews describe the soldiers’ medal-winning deeds and love for America. Many of these soldiers sustained crippling injuries in Iraq and Afghanistan.
Real Education: Four Simple Truths for Bringing America’s Schools Back to Reality
By Charles Murray
Murray contends college may not be appropriate for all people and asserts education’s failure comes from the belief that anyone can be anything he or she wants to be.
Grace Under Fire: Letters of Faith in Times of War
By Andrew Carroll
This inspiring collection of correspondence between service members and their families illustrates the enduring power of faith and family.
The Read-Aloud Handbook
By Jim Trelease
The newest edition of Jim Trelease’s beloved book offers anecdotes, research, tips and booklists galore to underscore the importance of reading aloud to children.
T4: A Novel
By Ann Clare LeZotte
Growing up in Nazi Germany, Paula has adapted to being deaf. But when “T4” – a resolution to eliminate those who are disabled – is put into effect, she must go into hiding.
The Color of Home
By Mary Hoffman and Karin Littlewood
Hassan’s family has recently moved to the United States to escape the war in Somalia. Although he hasn’t yet learned English, he uses paints at school to tell some of his stories.
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