Entering Sixth Grade at Almaden Country School 2008
Discover the essential sixth grade reading list for Almaden Country School 2008, featuring timeless juvenile fiction like *The Reluctant God* by Pamela F. Service and *Wise Child* by Monica Furlong. Explore classic adventures, including *The Black Stallion* and *The Beduins' Gazelle*, curated for young readers transitioning into middle school.
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Wise Child
by Monica Furlong
In a remote Scottish village, nine-year-old Wise Child is taken in by Juniper, a healer and sorceress. Then Wise Child’s mother, Maeve, a black witch, reappears. In choosing between Maeve and Juniper, Wise Child discovers the extent of her supernatural powers—and her true loyalties.
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The Reluctant God
by Pamela F. Service
"Service smoothly weaves fantasy with historical information, heightening the effect with an exciting plot." BOOKLIST Lorna Padgett, an archeologist's daughter, has inherited her father's love for ancient Egypt. Ameni lived over four thousand years ago. The son of a Pharoah, he loved adventure but had no idea what destiny the gods were holding for him. These two should never have met. But a walk in the hills near her father's dig leads Lorna into strange territory--and to an ancient discovery that brings timeless adventure, mystery, and danger....
