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Best Children's Books of 2012: Books for Adventurous Souls (page 2)

Cover art for NEVER TRUST A TIGER
CHILDREN'S
Released: Sept. 1, 2012
Kirkus Star NEVER TRUST A TIGER
retold by Lari Don, illustrated by Melanie Williamson
"An excellent addition to both the folk tale genre and the early-reader shelf. (Folk tale/early reader. 4-7)"
Does one good turn deserve another? Read full book review >
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CHILDREN'S
Released: Sept. 1, 2012
Kirkus Star INTO THE WOODS
by J. Torres, illustrated by Faith Erin Hicks
"Be prepared for young Sasquatch fans roaring for more. (Graphic fantasy. 6-11)"
Mom said there was magic in the woods…she probably didn't mean anything like this. Read full book review >
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CHILDREN'S
Released: Sept. 1, 2012
Kirkus Star SHADOW ON THE MOUNTAIN
by Margi Preus
"A morally satisfying page turner. (author's note, archival photographs, maps, timeline, selected bibliography) (Historical fiction. 10-14)"
A teenage boy becomes a spy in Nazi-occupied Norway. Read full book review >
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CHILDREN'S
Released: Aug. 1, 2012
Kirkus Star CARDBOARD
by Doug TenNapel, illustrated by Doug TenNapel
"Utterly brilliant. (Graphic fantasy. 10 & up)"
An out-of-the-box story of golems, guys and guts. Read full book review >
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CHILDREN'S
Released: May 10, 2012
Kirkus Star THREE TIMES LUCKY
by Sheila Turnage
"Readers may find they never want to leave Tupelo Landing. (Mystery. 10-14)"
What do you get when you combine Because of Winn-Dixie's heart with the mystery and action of Holes? You get an engaging, spirit-lifting and unforgettable debut for young readers. Read full book review >
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CHILDREN'S
Released: Feb. 16, 2012
Kirkus Star THE CASE OF THE DEADLY DESPERADOS
by Caroline Lawrence
"A rich vein of wisdom runs through this highly entertaining, swashbuckling series debut. (1862 map of Virginia City, glossary) (Historical fiction. 10-14)"
Twelve-year-old P.K. "Pinky" Pinkerton was born with a poker face--he can't show or read emotion--but it's not until he lands in Nevada Territory's silver-mining country that he comes to terms with the hand he's dealt. Read full book review >