Charlotte's Web

White, E., & Williams, G. (1999). Charlotte's web. New York: HarperCollins Publisher.

Charlotte's web is the story of a runt pig, Wilbur, who is saved by a young girl named Fern. Wilbur grows up on Fern's uncle's farm, all the while befriending Charlotte, the barn spider. When Wilbur finds out he is destined to be slaughtered for Christmas dinner, Charlotte dreams up a plan that not only saves his life, but also makes him a star. This book is an American classic and one of my favorite books. 

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The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane

DiCamillo, K. (2006). The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane. Cambridge, Mass.:

Candlewick Press.

The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane is story following the adventures of a spoiled china rabbit that becomes separated from the little girl who loved him after he is flung into the ocean. He lives with a fisherman and his wife, journeys with hobos, performs as a puppet, and finds what it means to be a friend and to be loved.