This book isn't a Rebecca Caudill nominee, but a teacher recommended this book to me and I loved it! It is about a mysterious mission that four gifted students find themselves mixed up in. The reader gets to try and figure out the mysteries and clues with the characters and the book is full of plot twists and turns. If you like books like Harry Potter, you will love this book! This is probably one of the best books I've ever read. It is the first book of a series so I am excited to start reading other books in the series. Here is the website if you are interested in learning more about the book or are up for some interesting challenges.

"Shooting the Moon" is a wonderful book written by Frances O'Rourke Dowell. This 2010 Rebecca Caudill Nominee takes place during the Vietnam War. Jamie, an army brat, finds herself second guessing her army mentality when her brother is sent off to Vietnam. Instead of writing her letters, Jamie's brother sends her rolls of film which she learns to develop. In doing so, she learns a lot about herself and the truth about the war in Vietnam.

Georgie has issues...he's a dwarf, he is going to be a big brother, he has friend trouble, and Meanie Jeanie won't leave him alone! Kids will be delightfully entertained by this hilarious book that features a heartwarming story. It was wonderful to read this book as a teacher because I truly appreciate the uniqueness of every student in my class! Definitely pick this one up - it's an easy read!

Will can see his future has a cowboy in front of him, but also realizes that he has to take care of his brother Denny, who has Downs Syndrome. Set in the 1940's, this book is a wonderful story of the bond between two brothers and one boy's dream of becoming a cowboy. I would definitely recommend this book to anyone who likes reading and learning about the Old West and cowboys. I think many boys would like this book because of the action and some gross parts!

This was another great book about the Holocaust, written for middle-grade readers. What I really liked about this book, is that it told the story about another group of people who were effected by the Holocaust - the people of Czechoslovakia. I learned a lot by reading this book and it was eye-opening to see another part of the Nazi agenda. I would recommend this book to any student who is interested in World War II, especially if you liked "Number the Stars" and "Sadako and the Thousand Paper Cranes".

It's summer and that means my favorite time to read! The new 2010 Rebecca Caudill list is out - click here to see the books on the list. If you read a book that I have read, please post your comments on the book! Happy reading!