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Sharon Creech

    July 29, 1945

    This author delves into the complexities of family dynamics and childhood with a keen eye for detail and humor. Her style is marked by an ability to transform personal experiences into universal narratives that resonate with readers of all ages. Through compelling storytelling, she explores themes of growing up, family, and self-discovery. Her works are a celebration of the human experience, capturing life's joys and challenges with warmth and empathy.

    Sharon Creech
    A Fine, Fine School
    Hate That Cat
    Fishing in the Air
    Walk Two Moons
    Walk Two Moons: A Newbery Award Winner
    Pleasing the Ghost
    • 2023

      A Smart, Smart School

      • 32 pages
      • 2 hours of reading

      Newbery Medal winner Sharon Creech delivers a companion to the New York Times bestselling picture book favorite, A Fine, Fine School. Beloved characters Tillie, Beans, and Mr. Keene return, with a timely message about the importance of creativity in the classroom. Mr. Keene, runs a fine, fine school. He encourages his students to express themselves through the creative arts: drawing, painting, reading, and singing. Then Mr. Keene’s appendix bursts, and he's rushed to the hospital. A new principal named Mr. Tatters arrives to take his place, and he is a serious man. He does not smile, he does not laugh, disapproves of their creative methods of learning, and immediately implements a policy of daily tests, banning songs, flowers, art, and fun! Soon the students tire of constant test taking, and the teachers grow too fatigued to grade any more tests. Thankfully, Mr. Keene heals and when he returns, he encourages his students to balance their creativity with their learning.

      A Smart, Smart School
    • 2020

      Imaginative Gina Filomena has always felt out of place - until a mysterious new boy and an inspirational new teacher lead her to becoming the person she's meant to be.

      One Time
    • 2019

      Saving Winslow

      • 176 pages
      • 7 hours of reading
      4.0(99)Add rating

      A heartwarming tale of a boy saving the life of a baby donkey, and their adventures that ensue.

      Saving Winslow
    • 2018

      Enjoy three bestselling middle grade novels about animals—Love That Dog, Hate That Cat, and Moo—by beloved Newbery Medal winner Sharon Creech in this paperback box set! Creech fans will love this perfect holiday gift and companion to her latest novel, Saving Winslow, about a young boy who befriends an ailing newborn donkey and nurses him back to health. Love That Dog: A boy named Jack finds his voice with the help of a teacher, a pencil, some yellow paper, and, of course, a dog. “A really special triumph.” —Kirkus (starred review) Hate That Cat: Jack is back, along with his one-of-a-kind teacher, a fat cat, and a beautiful surprise. “Readers will be touched and inspired.”—School Library Journal Moo: When Reena's family moves to Maine, she forms an unexpected bond with an ornery cow named Zora. “Vivid, emotion-packed images and characters that will stay with readers.” —Publishers Weekly (starred review)

      Sharon Creech 3-Book Box Set: Love That Dog, Hate That Cat, Moo
    • 2016

      Moo!

      • 288 pages
      • 11 hours of reading
      3.9(500)Add rating

      Following a family move to Maine, twelve-year-old Reena has no idea what to expect. She hopes it's going to be beaches, blueberries and all the lobster she can eat. She certainly doesn't expect to suddenly be put in charge of a menagerie of animals, belonging to the irascible Mrs Falala, who not only has a fast-wheeling pig, a secretive snake, but the most ornery cow she ever thought to meet. A wonderfully funny, moving story of one family's move to the country, and the challenges they face

      Moo!
    • 2013

      Pleasing the Ghost (Harper Trophy)

      • 112 pages
      • 4 hours of reading
      3.6(928)Add rating

      A ghostly visitor brings an unsettling presence into the lives of the characters, intertwining their fates with the mysteries of the past. As they confront the haunting, they must unravel the secrets and unresolved emotions that linger, leading to revelations that challenge their understanding of life and death. Themes of loss, redemption, and the impact of unresolved issues play a significant role in the narrative, creating a compelling exploration of the human experience in the face of the supernatural.

      Pleasing the Ghost (Harper Trophy)
    • 2013

      The Boy on the Porch

      • 160 pages
      • 6 hours of reading
      3.9(5617)Add rating

      A young couple wakes up to find a strange boy asleep on their porch. At first they don't expect him to stay, but stay he does, and as the couple's connection to him grows, the three of them blossom into an unlikely family. But where has he come from and to whom does he belong?

      The Boy on the Porch
    • 2012

      The Great Unexpected

      • 221 pages
      • 8 hours of reading
      3.8(4653)Add rating

      In the little town of Blackbird Tree a series of curious events unfold when Naomi and Lizzie, two spirited orphan girls, meet the strangely charming new boy, Finn.

      The Great Unexpected
    • 2010

      Acting Out

      • 192 pages
      • 7 hours of reading

      Featuring six original one-act plays, this collection showcases the talents of six Newbery Award-winning authors, each contributing a unique story designed for middle-grade audiences. The plays explore diverse themes and characters, providing engaging narratives that are both entertaining and thought-provoking for young readers. This anthology not only highlights the creativity of celebrated authors but also offers a platform for middle graders to experience live performance through accessible scripts.

      Acting Out
    • 2010

      The Castle Corona

      • 320 pages
      • 12 hours of reading
      3.9(19)Add rating

      One fairytale setting, two very different families and a lot of strange and magical happenings. From Carnegie Medal winner Sharon Creech

      The Castle Corona