In order to prepare for Stellar's annual Battle of the Books competition, I began reading books from the list that I have not yet previously read. First on the list, The Magician's Elephant by Kate DiCamillo. This story of love and magic held me captive from start to finish. While my children napped, I raced through the pages of this lovely tale. Kate DiCamillo is a brilliant story-teller who uses such beautiful language and is one of my favorite children's book authors. I have enjoyed each and every one of her books and this title is no exception. I am anxiously awaiting to discuss this book with my students. Next on my list, Deep and Dark and Dangerous, a ghost story, by Mary Downing Hahn.
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