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Bridge to terabithia was also named an ala notable childrens book and has become a touchstone of childrens literature, as have many of katherine patersons. Frequent attempts to censor the childrens novel have been made, and bridge to terabithia has appeared numbered eight on the american library association list of the 100 most frequently challenged books of 19902000. Discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that delivers new books every 1, 2, or 3 months new customers receive 15% off your first box. Buy bridge to terabithia by katherine paterson online at alibris. In katherine patersons classic novel, fifthgrader jess becomes fast friends with the new girl in his class, leslie, after she beats him in a foot race. Jess is twelve years old and about to start a new school year. See more ideas about bridge to terabithia, bridge and activities. Goodreads members who liked bridge to terabithia also liked.
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