I like this book because of the female main character
and possible science connections. -Karen
  • Regions
  • Weather
  • Seasons
  • Wind
  • Dancing

Mirandy and Brother Wind
by Patricia C. McKissack
Illustrated by Jerry Pinkney
Published by Alfred A. Knopf, Inc.
ISBN 0-394-88765-4

Summary:
To win first prize in the Junior Cakewalk, Mirandy tries
to capture the wind for her partner.

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