Half wolf, half dog, White Fang fully understands the cruelty of both nature and humans. After nearly starving to death during the frigid Arctic winter, he’s taken in first by a man who “trains” him through constant whippings, and then by another who forces him to participate in vicious dogfights. Follow White Fang as he overcomes these obstacles and finally meets someone who offers him k…
When Gulliver first goes off to sea, he has no idea of the amazing worlds he will visit - or the incredible adventures that await him there. Travel with Gulliver to a flying island, a land inhabited by tiny people, a world ruled by horses, and more. You'll meet some of the most fantastic characters imaginable along the way.rnrnAn abridged version of the voyage of an eighteenth-century Englishma…
Their ship ravaged by a furious storm, the Robinson family become marooned on a remote island with little more than the clothes on their backs. Now they must rely on their wits, courage, and strong family ties to survive. Join the family on their thrilling adventures as they struggle to turn the strange and bewildering island into a place they can call home.rnrnWith Classic Starts, young reader…
John Dolittle was a succesful doctor untuk his fondbess for his pets drove away all his human patients. As a veterinarian, however, he has the magic touch, thanks to his parrot, Polynesia, who teaches him how to talk with the animals. Join Doctor Dolittle, Polynesia, Jip the dog, Dab-Dab the duck, and the rest of his furry and feathered friends as they face evil kings and treacherous pirates on…
Nat Blake thinks the boys at plumfield seem more like a big family than a group of school children. Nat is recently orphaned when he first arrives at the large house with its big, old fashioned porch. he soon improves with good meals and kindness from everyone in the house. He joins the boys in their lessons, chores, fun, and, of course, mischief? But when two other newcomers enter Plumfield, l…
Life is hard for Mrs. Pepper and her five little Peppers-Ben, Pollu, Joel, Davie, and Phronsie- but it's also filled with plenty of fun, warm laughter, and much love. Mrs. Pepper works cheerfully at her sewing to support her family, while the children, who adore their Mamsie, help out however they can. Through good times and in spite of trouble, they are a happy bunch. But when one of the Peppe…
Step into the strange world of Dr. Henry Jekyll, a handsome and respected physician; the hideous and vile Edward Hyde; and Mr. Utterson, Jekyll's friend and lawyer. Here beneath the rain and fog of the dark London streets lurks a shocking secret waiting to be revealed. rnrnWith Classic Starts, young readers can experience the wonder of timeless stories from an early age. Abridged for easier rea…
The March sisters may not have much, but they have each other. Join Meg, Jo, Amy, dan Beth as they grow from girls into young women, learning about life, friendship, and the power of the love along the way.rnrnWith Classic Starts, young readers can experience the wonder of timelessstories from an early age. Abridged for easier reading and carefully rewritten, each classic novel is filled with a…
Eleven-year-old Rebecca Randall is quite a handful-and now she's leaving her beloved Sunnybrook Farm to live with her well-to-do elderly aunts and get an education. But they were expecting Rebecca's quiet, hard-working older sister instead. Can the bright-eyed and talkative girl win them over...especially her strict, rule-bound Aunt Miranda? Just as Rebecca's grand spirit" charms everyone in th…
From the first she saw Green Gables, Anne Shirley knew she had finally founf a place to call home. Join Anne asa she experinces the pains and joys of becoming part of a family and growing up in the remote Canadian village of Avonlea.rnrnWith Classic Starts, young readers can experience the wonder of timeless stories from an early age. Abridged for easier reading and carefully rewritten, each cl…