How to Raise and Keep a Dragon by John Topsell

If dragons were really real, this would be the book for the would be owner. It has everything from the different types of dragons to care, housing, and feeding of your pet. A chapter on training is a must read since you need to keep him/her under control and if it is a flying dragon, being able to go out for a ride. Also included is instructions on how to show your dragon at the dragon show and what the judges look for to have Best-in-Show. It is found in the 398 section in the library with the rest of the dragon information books. If you love that Disney movie that came out in March 2010, you will love this book.

Babe Ruth (Up Close M.V.P) by Wilborn Hampton

You never know what book will change your life. While this Babe Ruth biography was not the one, another one was for EML. I was 10 years old when I read it and didn't have a great home life. But reading what the Babe went through, I know I could make it through mine with ease. It gave me an anchor when I needed it. He lived his life his way, looked out for the kids, and enjoyed getting paid for playing a game. He set his records not using steriods, but eating and drinking too much. My big questions have always been, was he a better pitcher or a better hitter. This is for the reader who loves baseball and the reader who's life is not easy. Both will find a hero they need.

Our Eleanor by Candance Fleming

Written in a scrapbook format, this book brings to life a lady who did change the world by just trying to be herself. An unhappy childhood lead to a not-that-happy adulthood that would have brought most of us to being a drain on society, not a person who sets out to make the world a better place. If she was alive today, talk show hosts who be doing anything to get her on their show, if she would spill her guts. She wouldn't and didn't, but after her death, we now get the read the juicy parts. She was once the most powerful woman in this country and how she got to that point did make a few enemies but most strong indepent women usually do. Would you be willing to do the same?

Chidren of the Great Depression by Russell Freedman

Any book by Russell Freedman I have read has been interesting, educational, but most of all a quick read. Filled with pictures from the time and stories of how children and young adults survived, both the good and bad sides of the worst economic crisis are included. (Yes, dear readers what is happening now is not the worst economic crisis ever.) While most of the time the struggle to survive kept families busy, there was still time for play and entertainment. Some of the entertainment was different from today - only radio and movies, but some of our favorite pastimes are still the same. If you don't believe me, read the book to find out.