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Animal, the Vegetable, and John D Jones
Betsy Byars
Paperback (Yearling, Aug. 1, 1983)It was supposed to be a great vacation for everyone. Clara and Deanie were thrilled about spending time with their father now that the divorce was final. But they're surprised and horrified at having to share Dad with his girl friend and her stuck-up son right in the same beach house! And for his part, John D. Jones can't stand the arrangement either, especially the squabbling girls, whom he dubs the Animal and the Vegetable.When Clara falls asleep on her plastic raft and is washed out to sea, everyone is hopeful until the float turns up without her. It's the first time they've all pulled together But is it too late to reveal their true feelings?
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The Blossoms and the Green Phantom
Betsy Cromer Byars
Library Binding (Bt Bound, Oct. 5, 1999)None
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The Summer of the Swans
Betsy Byars
Audio CD (Recorded Books, Jan. 1, 1995)The summer is turning out to be the most confusing time of fourteen year old Sara Godfrey's life. Up until now , things have flowed as smoothly and peacefully as the swans sliding across the lake. But suddenly, Sara feels like things are going wrong. She wants to fly away from everyone her popular sister, her bossy aunt, and her beloved, mentally retarded brother Charlie. Then one night, Charlie disappears.
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The not-just-anybody family, Narrated By Blain Fairman, 3 Cds
Betsy Byars
Audio CD (Listening Library, )None
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Coast to Coast
Betsy Byars
Paperback (Yearling, July 1, 1994)Thirteen-year-old Birch's grandfather has always wanted to fly across the U.S. in his antique Piper Cub. When her grandmother dies and her grandfather decides to sell the plane, Birch discovers that it's not so hard to convince Pop to take off on a short trip. How hard can it be to talk him into making the big one and taking her with him?
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The Dark Stairs
Betsy Byars
Hardcover (Viking Juvenile, Sept. 1, 1994)Despite the disapproval of her private detective mother, Herculeah Jones is determined to solve the mystery--and possible murder--at the "Dead Oaks" estate, but she soon begins to think that she has taken her adventure too far.
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My Brother, Ant
Betsy Byars
Hardcover (Viking Juvenile, March 1, 1996)In a collection of easy-to-read tales, Ant and his big brother recreate the story of the three little pigs, help each other do homework, and defend their home from a group of stubborn monsters.
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The Pinballs
Betsy Byars
Audio CD (Recorded Books, Aug. 16, 1995)Three adolescent children are placed in a foster home and try to learn how to care for each other.
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Cracker Jackson
Betsy Byars
Hardcover (Viking, Aug. 16, 1985)Cracker Jackson has a problem. A big, serious, adult problem. When he receives an anonymous note in the mail, he finds out that his old babysitter, Alma, is in danger. Cracker's the only one who can help her. But what can an eleven-year-old do in a situation that most adults couldn't cope with? Cracker will do anything to protect his beloved Alma. But the situation is already moving beyond his control... An ALA Notable Book Winner of the ... See more details below
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The Glory Girl
Betsy Byars
Hardcover (Viking Books for Young Readers, Sept. 19, 1983)Anna feels like an outcast, because she alone of her family of gospel singers can not carry a tune
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