FOR USE IN SCHOOLS AND LIBRARIES ONLY. Two-time Newbery Medalist Kate DiCamillo returns to her roots with a moving, masterful story of an unforgettable summer friendship. Raymie Clarke has come to realize that everything, absolutely everything, depends on her. And she has a plan. If Raymie can win the Little Miss Central Florida Tire competition, then her father, who left town two days ago with a dental hygienist, will see Raymie's picture in the paper and (maybe) come home. To win, not only does Raymie have to do good deeds and learn how to twirl a baton; she also has to contend with the wispy, frequently fainting Louisiana Elefante, who has a show-business background, and the fiery, stubborn Beverly Tapinski, who's determined to sabotage the contest. But as the competition approaches, loneliness, loss, and unanswerable questions draw the three girls into an unlikely friendship - and challenge each of them to come to the rescue in unexpected ways.

Product Description: FOR USE IN SCHOOLS AND LIBRARIES ONLY. Despereaux disappoints his family at every turn as a mouse who cares not a whit for scurrying or nibbling. When he discovers the phrase: ""Once upon a time""--it is a discovery that will change his life.

A beautiful gift edition featuring the author’s signature stamped on the cover.Millions of people around the world are devoted to the novels of Kate DiCamillo — and it all began with Because of Winn-Dixie. This unforgettable novel about a lonely girl whose life is transformed by her friendship with a scruffy dog was awarded a Newbery Honor. Since then, it’s become a runaway bestseller in more than twenty-five countries and has been turned into a major motion picture. Readers can experience Kate DiCamillo’s debut novel in a collectible signature edition.

Product Description: "With spot-on storytelling rhythms and pacing, Newbery Medalist DiCamillo spins a tale of compassion and holiday warmth." — Publishers Weekly (starred review)Sumergidos en un anochecer rojizo de invierno, un organillero y su mono aparecen en la esquina de la calle de Francisca...read more

Product Description: A boxed set of DiCamillo's first four works includes the Newbery Honor-winning Because of Winn Dixie, the National Book Award Finalist-winning The Tiger Rising, the Newbery Medal-winning The Tale of Despereaux and the Boston Globe-Horn Book Award-winning The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane...read more

Product Description: A boxed set of DiCamillo's first four works includes the Newbery Honor-winning Because of Winn Dixie, the National Book Award Finalist-winning The Tiger Rising, the Newbery Medal-winning The Tale of Despereaux and the Boston Globe-Horn Book Award-winning The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane...read more