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The Reading Club's Featured Books | |
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Our featured selections are award-winning books that are obtainable in print from libraries and bookstores, and are also available in alternate formats (electronic or braille). Grade levels are approximate. | |
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Grades 6-9 |
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The Midwife's Apprentice | |
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By Karen Cushman | |
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1995. | |
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Available in braille or electronic formats from the following sources: 1. National Library Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped Free loan to registered users; also available from Web-braille as a contracted braille digital file. Users must register with their cooperating library. http://www.loc.gov/nls/braille 1-800-424-8567 2. Bookshare.org Books can be downloaded by subscribing members, or ordered in embossed Braille by members or non-members. http://www.bookshare.org 3. Seedlings $14.25; This braille book is available for purchase. http://www.seedlings.org |
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In medieval England, a nameless, homeless girl is taken in by a sharp-tempered midwife, and in spite of obstacles and hardship, eventually gains the three things she most wants: a full belly, a contented heart, and a place in this world. | |
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Talk about The Midwife's Apprentice on the Braille Bug Message Boards. Play a game that is based on The Midwife's Apprentice. Parents and teachers, here are some related activities for The Midwife's Apprentice. |
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