Kids Against Hunger

February 1, 2009
Gr 4-6-These easy chapter books have strong messages about community service and volunteering. In "The Empty Room", Connor and Shayla's parents take them to work on a Habitat for Humanity house, and sulky Connor discovers that he's working alongside a future occupant. In the second book, two boys discover why a teammate always misses soccer on Wednesdays-he volunteers at Kids Against Hunger. Appendixes include discussion questions, writing prompts, and more information about the featured charity. Large, often full-page black-and-white illustrations in a cartoon style appear throughout. Despite the strong messages, the stories are not preachy or didactic. They might work in libraries where community service is promoted, particularly for reluctant readers."Debbie Whitbeck, West Ottawa Public Schools, Holland, MI"

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