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Twelve-year-old Charlie's analytical skills win him few friends at school, but when the most popular girl in class comes to the makeshift private investigation office in his parent's garage asking Charlie's help to find her missing bird, he and friend Henry begin their first real case.

The Eliots, a family of vampires, mummies, and other otherworldly creatures, anxiously await the grand night of Homecoming in their farmhouse in northern Illinois.

Presents a series of quotations by and about President Barack Obama describing his thoughts on topics including his heritage and family, state and national politics, the issues of the day, community activism and service, and race and faith.

Describes the history, geography, ecology, people, economy, cities, and sights of Illinois.

Ruth, a farm girl from Honey Creek, Illinois, reviews the events of her life in an effort to make sense of the violence and tragedy that have plagued her and her family from the time she was a child.

In a small town in 1928, a twelve year-old boy savors the magic of childhood and the wonders of summer.

An introduction to the state of Illinois, its geographical features, people, and history.

Fourteen-year-old Nest Freemark, a girl who is possessed with magical powers, becomes the center of a battle between good and evil in the small town of Hopewell, Illinois.

While working on a project for an after-school club, Julia, a Korean American girl, and her friend Patrick learn not just about silkworms, but also about tolerance, prejudice, friendship, patience, and more.

A boy recounts his annual summer trips to rural Illinois with his sister during the Great Depression to visit their larger-than-life grandmother.

Misty the monarch butterfly learns about the people, places, plants, animals, geography, and culture of Illinois as she flies through the state on her way south for the winter.

"A basic survey of "The Prairie State," exploring its early history, its plant and animal life, some of its well-known residents, and fun places to visit such as Chicago's Sears Tower"--Provided by publisher.

This book is an introduction to Illinois, describing its location, history, land, wildlife, landmarks, food, and festivals.

Describes Illinois's location, land, cities, unique places, and history, and presents brief profiles of famous citizens, a time line, and a fact file that covers the state's nickname, motto, song, population, type of government, and official symbols.