The Adventures of Tom Sawyer by Mark Twain

Illustrating Tom Sawyer
See illustrations from the original Adventures of Tom Sawyer at this site. You can also learn about True Williams, the illustrator who shaped the American perception of the characters in this famous book.

The Oxford Book of Story Poems edited by Michael Harrison and Christopher Stuart-Clark

Earth to Kids: Poetry Guide
After reading The Oxford Book of Story Poems, you may feel inspired to create some verse of your own. This site will help get you started by giving you ten exercises to stimulate your imagination.

The One Who Came Back by Joann Mazzio

The Stages of Grief
Even before Alex found Eddie, he began the grieving process. Visit this site to learn about the stages people go through when dealing with the loss of a loved one.

Talking to the Sun selected by Kenneth Koch and Kate Farrell

The Metropolitan Museum of Art: The Collection
Talking to the Sun contains reproductions of artworks from the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York. Explore this site to learn about important works and artists who span the world and the ages.