One of the better Orca Currents titles I've read. This hi/low reader will attract both boys and girls with this action-based mystery with a touch of rOne of the better Orca Currents titles I've read. This hi/low reader will attract both boys and girls with this action-based mystery with a touch of romance. Keegan is a skilled skier with secrets. During a race, he is sidelined by someone who set up an obstacle on his course. Keegan becomes immersed in the mystery surrounding who was responsible for attempting to sabotage him. Suitable for grades 5-12. ...more
When Callie's neighbor decides to cut down the tree that hangs in her yard and holds a beloved treehouse, Callie's eccentric mother stages a high-visiWhen Callie's neighbor decides to cut down the tree that hangs in her yard and holds a beloved treehouse, Callie's eccentric mother stages a high-visibility protest. Not as interesting a story as other Orca Currents. Good for grades 7-9....more
Another solid high interest/low reading level book for grades 7-12. Linda has few friends at Wellington High School. When the high school launches chaAnother solid high interest/low reading level book for grades 7-12. Linda has few friends at Wellington High School. When the high school launches chat rooms on the site, Linda decides to check them out. She soon becomes absorbed in the characters and conversations online. One chatter who goes by the name of Cyrano particularly catches Linda's attention and inspires her to register as Roxanne. Soon, she becomes an active participant as Roxanne. An interesting story with some good lessons to be learned without sounding at all preachy. ...more
Dan Hogg is a wimpy nerd disliked by his classmates and most especially, by himself. On a school field trip to a farm, things go wrong, and Dan Hogg iDan Hogg is a wimpy nerd disliked by his classmates and most especially, by himself. On a school field trip to a farm, things go wrong, and Dan Hogg is the only one who can save the day. This is a great high interest/low level read appropriate for grades 5-12. Orca Currents (the younger sibling to Orca Soundings)....more
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