Rebecca Caudill Teaser for Diamond Willow by Helen Frost

First of all, I have to say, I loved this book! It tells the story of 12-year old Willow who lives in a remote area of Alaska helping her father care for a team of sled dogs and dreaming of the day when she can lead them on her own. She faces life or death challenges guided by the spirits of her ancestors. This slight, deceptively simple story is a quick but memorable read! The 2011 Caudill List recommends this title for grades 4-7. It is worth 2 AR points.