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Peter Pan by James Matthew Barrie
Publication Date: 1902
Neverland is home to Peter Pan, a young boy who has never grown up. On one of his visits to London, Peter makes the acquaintance of young Wendy Darling, whom he invites to travel with him to Neverland and become the mother of his gang of Lost Boys. Flying through the night sky to Neverland, Wendy and her brothers John and Michael are soon caught up in marvellous adventures with the Indian Princess Tiger Lily, the loyal fairy Tinker Bell and Peter's nemesis, a sinister hook-handed pirate known as Captain Hook. Spun by J.M. Barrie from his stage play of the same name, Peter Pan is a timeless classic of children's literature. Illustrated with plates by F.D. Bedford, this exquisite full-colour edition features an elegant bonded-leather binding, a satin-ribbon bookmark, distinctive stained edging and decorative endpapers. It's a book that will be cherished by readers of all ages.

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There are classic books that stand the test of time and are enjoyed by readers to this day. This is a bi-monthly group that includes tweens (8-13 year-olds), but all youth are welcome to join if the books are of interest. We will read one book a month and meet every other week to discuss the book, have snacks, make friends, and share our love of reading as we explore classic literature!

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More details about Tween Bookclub:

- This group is run by Jenny, a teacher with 20 years of experience in education and libraries, as well as a lifelong passion for reading.

- Meets the 2nd and 4th Friday of each month (October 11th canceled) from 10:00-11:00AM.

- Copies of the book are obtainable on a first-come-first-serve basis. Sometimes these will be library books that will need to be returned, and sometimes these will be brand new books that you can keep!

- A librarian is always happy to help order a copy of the book from another library if no copies are readily available.

- Participation is FOR FUN! Feel free to skip a month if the book is not of interest to you.

- Have suggestions for Tween Bookclub? Come to a meetup!

Future Reads

The Swiss Family Robinson (Abridged Edition) by Johann D. Wyss; Jon Scieszka (Introduction by)
ISBN: 9780141325309
Publication Date: 2009-03-05
Following a wild and raging storm, the Swiss family Robinson are stranded at sea. But the thundering waves have swept them off to a tropical island, where a new life awaits them. Their ship is laden with supplies and the island is packed with treasures, so they soon adapt and discover new dangers and delights every day . . . With an inspiring introduction by American author and America's first children's laureate Jon Scieszka.
Pippi Longstocking by Astrid Lindgren
ISBN: 9780590016551
Publication Date: 1997-01-01
The beloved story of a spunky young girl and her hilarious escapades. Tommy and his sister Annika have a new neighbor, and her name is Pippi Longstocking. She has crazy red pigtails, no parents to tell her what to do, a horse that lives on her porch, and a pet monkey named Mr. Nilsson. Whether Pippi's scrubbing floors, doing arithmetic, or stirring things up at a fancy tea party, her flair for the outrageous always seems to lead to another adventure.
Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry by Mildred D. Taylor; Jerry Pinkney (Illustrator)
ISBN: 9780803726475
Publication Date: 2001-01-01
Winner of the 1977 Newbery Medal, this is a remarkably moving novel--one that has impressed the hearts and minds of millions of readers. Set in Mississippi at the height of the Depression, it is the story of one family's struggle to maintain their integrity, pride, and independence in the face of racism and social injustice. And, too, it is Cassie's story--Cassie Logan, an independent girl who discovers over the course of an important year why having land of their own is so crucial to the Logan family, even as she learns to draw strength from her own sense of dignity and self-respect. "[A] vivid story.... Entirely through its own internal development, the novel shows the rich inner rewards of black pride, love, and independence." --Booklist (starred review)
Where the Red Fern Grows by Wilson Rawls
ISBN: 9780553274295
Publication Date: 1997-03-12
Read the beloved classic that captures the powerful bond between man and man's best friend. Billy has long dreamt of owning not one, but two, dogs. So when he's finally able to save up enough money for two pups to call his own-Old Dan and Little Ann-he's ecstatic. It doesn't matter that times are tough; together they'll roam the hills of the Ozarks. Soon Billy and his hounds become the finest hunting team in the valley. Stories of their great achievements spread throughout the region, and the combination of Old Dan's brawn, Little Ann's brains, and Billy's sheer will seems unbeatable. But tragedy awaits these determined hunters-now friends-and Billy learns that hope can grow out of despair, and that the seeds of the future can come from the scars of the past.