A Girl, a Raccoon, and the Midnight Moon: (Juvenile Fiction, Mystery, Young Reader Detective Story, Light Fantasy for Kids) Contributor(s): Young, Karen Romano (Author), Bagley, Jessixa (Illustrator) |
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ISBN: 1452169527 ISBN-13: 9781452169521 Publisher: Chronicle Books OUR PRICE: $15.29 Product Type: Hardcover Published: January 2020 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Juvenile Fiction | Fantasy & Magic - Juvenile Fiction | Books & Libraries - Juvenile Fiction | Mysteries, Espionage, & Detective Stories |
Dewey: FIC |
LCCN: 2018041272 |
Lexile Measure: 780 |
Physical Information: 1.1" H x 5.9" W x 8.2" (1.30 lbs) 392 pages |
Themes: - Topical - Self-Esteem |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: A warm-hearted, visually intriguing tale of reading and believing, and a world of possibility. A New York City library branch has been designated for possible closure yet the bookish, socially awkward Pearl, the daughter of the librarian, can't imagine a world without the library. When the head of their Edna St. Vincent Millay statue goes missing, closure is closer than ever. But Pearl is determined to save the library. And with a ragtag neighborhood library crew--including a constantly tap-dancing girl, an older boy she has a crush on, and a pack of literate raccoons--she just might be able to do it. - Features an eclectic cast of richly drawn characters, frequent sidebars and footnotes - Classic illustrations by Jessixa Bagley and writing by beloved author Karen Romano Young Fans of Henry and Bea, Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur and Redwood and Ponytail will love this book. This book is perfect for: - Avid readers - Teachers - Librarians |