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Books with author Robert Newton Peck

  • Soup in Love

    Robert Newton Peck

    Paperback (Yearling, Jan. 1, 1993)
    Determined to catch the attention of lovely Norma Jean and a pair of cute Texas twins, Soup and Rob set out to construct the biggest Valentine contraption ever and win the prize for the best Valentine in town. Reprint.
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  • Soup's Goat

    Robert Newton Peck

    Paperback (Yearling, Dec. 1, 1988)
    Clean and tidy cousin Sexton lends his unusual talent to Soup and Rob as they engage in the town's goat-cart race.
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  • Soup

    Robert Newton Peck

    Hardcover (Knopf Books for Young Readers, Feb. 12, 1974)
    "Rural Vermont during the 1920's is the setting for this nostalgic account of episodes in the lives of young Robert Peck and his pal, Soup."--(starred) School Library Journal.
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  • Soup 1776

    Robert Newton Peck

    Hardcover (Knopf Books for Young Readers, Aug. 22, 1995)
    The invincible Soup Vinson and his hapless best friend, Rob, are helping to plan their town's annual Fourth of July celebration. But the fireworks begin early when the duo start their research and discover that some uppity citizens have purposely ignored the significant contributions of Native Americans to the town's history. Soup and Rob decide to right the wrong--as only they can. With all the action and high jinks that have made Soup books perennial favorites, Soup 1776 is revolutionary fun!
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  • Soup for President

    Robert Newton Peck

    Paperback (Dell Yearling, March 15, 1900)
    Everyone in Miss Kelly's class is excited about the upcoming election for school president. The good news is that Rob's best friend, Soup, is the boys' candidate, and the bad news is that the girls' candidate is Rob's sweetheart, Norma Jean Bissell. Soup is sure he's a cinch to win with Rob as his campaign manager and schemes up some exciting and dangerous advertising, never thinking about the consequences. As the days go by, Rob's still not certain whom to vote for, especially when he receives a secret note from Norma Jean. The only thing he's certain of is no matter which way he votes he's going to be in big trouble!
  • Soup's Uncle

    Robert Newton Peck

    Paperback (Yearling, June 1, 1990)
    A visit from Uncle Virus and his motorcycle gang stimulates Soup to new and ingenious schemes, involving a cache of moonshine, a motorcycle competition, and revenge on the dreaded Janice Riker.
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  • Soup's Goat by Robert Newton Peck

    Robert Newton Peck

    Hardcover (Knopf Books for Young Readers, March 15, 1700)
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  • Soup on Ice

    Robert Newton Peck

    Hardcover (Knopf Books for Young Readers, Oct. 12, 1985)
    Soup and Rob convince a reluctant Santa that Soup's wind-powered sleigh will be the hit of the tree-lighting ceremonies, but they never imagine the consequences of their suggestion
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  • A Day No Pigs Would Die

    Robert Newton Peck

    Library Binding (Perfection Learning, Sept. 1, 1994)
    To a thirteen-year-old Vermont farm boy whose father slaughters pigs for a living, maturity comes early as he learns doing what's got to be done, especially regarding his pet pig who cannot produce a litter.
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  • Little Soup's Birthday

    Robert Newton Peck

    Paperback (Yearling, Nov. 1, 1991)
    A freak snowstorm almost keeps Rob and his best friend Soup from celebrating Soup's ninth birthday, but the boys' ingenuity makes the party a success.
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  • Soup on Wheels

    Robert Newton Peck

    Paperback (Knopf Books for Young Readers, Nov. 17, 1998)
    "Impeccably Peck! Quick action and continuing shenanigans abound as Rob and Soup compete for the frist place prize in the small town 'Mardy Grah'. Soup lovers and new admirers will enjoy the wit and humor of the highly entertaining book: hilarious subplot and action moves the story to a too-soon ending."--School Library Journal
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  • Soup for President

    Robert Newton Peck

    Hardcover (Knopf Books for Young Readers, Feb. 12, 1978)
    Everyone in Miss Kelly's class is excited about the upcoming election for school president. The good news is that Rob's best friend, Soup, is the boys' candidate, and the bad news is that the girls' candidate is Rob's sweetheart, Norma Jean Bissell.Soup is sure he's a cinch to win with Rob as his campaign manager and schemes up some exciting and dangerous advertising, never thinking about the consequences.As the days go by, Rob's still not certain whom to vote for, especially when he receives a secret note from Norma Jean. The only thing he's certain of is no matter which way he votes, he's going to be in big trouble!From the Trade Paperback edition.