To the Maasai people of Kenya, the cow means life. These people were once feared warriors, now they live peaceably as nomadic cattle herders. Kimeli's greatest dream as a child was to own his own cow. In September of 2001, he was studying to be a doctor in New York City. He was there on September 11. Upon returning home, he told his village about the horrible attack on the twin towers. Like Kimeli, his people were moved to compassion. They decided together to give the American people a gift. They presented 14 of their most precious possessions, their cows, to an American ambassador.

Awards nominated: Bluestem Award Nominee 2012

Reviewed by: caroll

Date read: 5/24/2011

ISBN-10: 1561454907

ISBN-13: 9781561454907

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Have you ever thought about what the world might be like in the future? No one knows exactly what the future holds, but the authors of this book have done some research and talked to scientists, engineers, and 'futurists' to create a view of tomorrow. From a computer that translates a dog's barks and body movements into words to 'talk' to its owner to broccoli spears that taste like French fries to eco-friendly cars that drive themselves, this book paints an interesting picture of what life might be like for kids in the future. How old will you be in 2030? Grab this book, settle in, and take a trip to 2030.

Reviewed by: mec

Date read: 2/5/2010

ISBN-10: 0525478604

ISBN-13: 9780525478607

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This beautifully illustrated biography of Abraham Lincoln has profound and not so profound words that he said on the bottom of each page. 'Abraham Lincoln is my name, and with my pen I wrote the same. I wrote in both haste and speed and left it here for fools to read.' Abe Lincoln's simple, understated ways that brought about profound national change are showcased in this book.

Awards nominated: Monarch Award Nominee 2011

Reviewed by: jb

Date read: 3/24/2010

ISBN-10: 1423104080

ISBN-13: 9781423104087

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As the funeral train took the body of assassinated president Abraham Lincoln from Washington, D.C. to Springfield, Illinois, it passed through hundreds of small towns. Rain or shine, day or night people gathered by the tracks to pay their respects as the train passed. This beautifully illustrated book tells the story of how Luke and his father travel miles in a horse drawn buggy to watch the train pass in the middle of the night. It was the first time Luke saw his dad cry.

Reviewed by: caroll

Date read: 2/12/2010

ISBN-10: 0805075291

ISBN-13: 9780805075298

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Commenter: Michele, grade 0

This book uses examples to provide a very simple explanation of ways that children can show kindness to others. It is part of the Keeping the Peace series by Sandcastle.

Reviewed by: sc

Date read: 4/13/2009

ISBN-10: 1591975573

ISBN-13: 9781591975571

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