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Karen Ackerman

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Karen Ackerman has written over 25 books for young readers, including The Night Crossing, A Brighter Garden illustrated by Tasha Tudor, and Bingleman’s Midway illustrated by Barry Moser.

The Night Crossing
Song and Dance Man
The Night Crossing
Song and Dance Man
The Night Crossing
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The Night Crossing
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · January 1, 1994

The Night Crossing

By Karen Ackerman

A young girl must lead her family to safety across a perilous border during WWII.

64 pages
3.9/5 Goodreads · 352 ratings
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Song and Dance Man

Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 1988

A young boy visits his grandfather and learns about his past as a vaudeville performer

The Night Crossing

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1994

A young girl must lead her family to safety across a perilous border during WWII.

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The Night Crossing
Sale price
$674

The Night Crossing

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1994

A young girl must lead her family to safety across a perilous border during WWII.

Song and Dance Man
Sale price
$1498

Song and Dance Man

Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 1988

A young boy visits his grandfather and learns about his past as a vaudeville performer

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Stephen Gammell

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