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Why the world isn't fair  by Yuval N. Harari

Why the world isn't fair

Yuval N. Harari

"Something really strange happened 10,000 years ago, and it changed everything. Why did millions of people agree to obey a few leaders? Where did kings and kingdoms come from? The answer to that is one of the strangest tales you'll ever hear. Have you ever...

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A kids book about being inclusive  by Ashton Mota

A kids book about being inclusive

Ashton Mota

"What's Inside? Being inclusive is a choice we can make every day! Being inclusive means reaching out to and welcoming all people and everything that makes them who they are. When we learn to see the beauty in our differences, we can embrace the rich, diverse,...

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A kids book about being nonbinary  by Hunter Chinn-Raicht

A kids book about being nonbinary

Hunter Chinn-Raicht

"A glance at what it means to be outside of the gender binary. An introduction to people who don't identify as their birth gender. What does being non-binary mean? For some people, the question and its answer may be new or a little confusing. It's okay to not...

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The poodle of doom  by Susan Tan

The poodle of doom

Susan Tan

"Lucy's grandmother Poh Poh and her poodle Fluffy arrive for a visit, and Fluffy immediately begins building a doomsday machine that will hypnotize humans and turn them into agents of chaos-- can Ember work with the other neighborhood pets to outsmart this...

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Growing up autistic and happy  by Camilla Pang

Growing up autistic and happy

Camilla Pang

"Discover how scientific concepts can help navigate everyday human interactions, and help you grow up to be your Happiest you! As a child, Camilla loved patterns and putting things in order. She was obsessed with Stephen Hawking, and the only language she...

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Max Verstappen  by Maurice Hamilton

Max Verstappen

Maurice Hamilton

"Find out how Max Verstappen went from go-karting to becoming one of the world's best RACING LEGENDS! Detailing his super-fast rise to fame this book shows just how much of a legend Max Verstappen is, as well as shedding light on the team that helped him...

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Lewis Hamilton  by Maurice Hamilton

Lewis Hamilton

Maurice Hamilton

"Find out how Lewis Hamilton went from playing with remote-controlled cars to becoming one of the world's greatest ever RACING LEGENDS! Covering speed records and epic rivalries, as well as Hamilton's heroes and charity work."--Publisher.

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A kids book about climate change  by Zanagee Artis

A kids book about climate change

Zanagee Artis

"Gives children the facts about climate change, explains the stakes for the planet, and offers hope in fighting for the future."--Publisher.

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All things friendship  by Sara Jin Li

All things friendship

Sara Jin Li

"Celebrate old friends, make new ones, and learn how to navigate sticky friendship situations with this fun and helpful guidebook. Good friends make you laugh until your stomach hurts, support you during tough times, and brighten even the gloomiest of days....

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World Almanac guide to getting out alive

World Almanac guide to getting out alive

"This is not your parents' scouting survival manual! From extreme weather to just leaving the house every day, who doesn't have a lot to be worried about? This book prepares readers to face any obstacle head-on, with the best possible action. Whether you're...

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Kid Olympians. Summer  by Robin Stevenson

Kid Olympians. Summer

Robin Stevenson

"Childhood biographies of sixteen athletes who have competed in the Summer Olympic and Paralympic Games"--Provided by publisher.

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Build your own sensational space projects  by Rob Ives

Build your own sensational space projects

Rob Ives

"Get ready to build... Spacecraft that can land on the Moon An amazing orrery Awesome rockets ready for liftoff Pipe Cleaner Aliens to spook up your room Use the QR codes to download templates and see videos of the finished models. It's the best hands-on way...

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The fruits we eat  by Gail Gibbons

The fruits we eat

Gail Gibbons

"Provides facts about such fruits as apples, peaches, and grapes, including how they grow, how they are harvested, and how they are eaten."--Publisher.

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The vegetables we eat  by Gail Gibbons

The vegetables we eat

Gail Gibbons

"Describes the different types of vegetables and explains where they come from and how they end up in the grocery store"--Publisher.

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See it, dream it, do it  by Colleen Nelson

See it, dream it, do it

Colleen Nelson

"In this unique kids' guide to careers, be inspired by real people doing all sorts of jobs. You'll also find: Spotlights about real kids exploring cool career paths. Spin-off jobs you may not have thought of. Fun facts and pro tips for trying the things that...

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Out there in the wild

Out there in the wild

"Packed with poems about everything that lives in the the sea and rivers, on land and in the sky. Meet eagles and skylarks, tigers and elephants, foxes, rabbits and bats, bees and butterflies and many other natural wonders in this collection of poems...

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Transplant breakthroughs  by Heather E. Schwartz

Transplant breakthroughs

Heather E. Schwartz

"From the first immunosuppressant drugs to the first infant heart transplant, this exploration of scientific inquiry celebrates the greatest developments in transplants. Get to know the scientists responsible for these breakthroughs, and explore science in...

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Scream for the camera  by Lisi Harrison

Scream for the camera

Lisi Harrison

"It's been a month since the Graveyard Girls--Gemma, Whisper, Sophie, Frannie, and Zuzu--discovered Silas Hoke's empty grave. A month, and no answers. That changes when messages from the other side start to creep up on the Graveyard Girls. Who is trying to...

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My Little Pony

My Little Pony

Graphic novel

"Forty years ago, Butterscotch, Blue Belle, Minty, Snuzzle, Cotton Candy, and Blossom galloped onto the shelves and became an instant hit! My Little Pony has played a role in the lives of countless kids since the toy line first appeared in 1983, and each fan...

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Olivia Wolf. 2, Olivia Wolf and the night of the giant monsters by Jose Fragoso

Olivia Wolf. 2, Olivia Wolf and the night of the giant monsters

Jose Fragoso

Graphic novel

"Evil creatures create chaos in Monstrocity in the second Olivia Wolf comic book! Will Olivia and her Friends be able to save the city? Something strange is happening in Monstrocity. It should have been dawn hours ago, but it's still night. What is happening?...

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Liberty and the dream ride  by Stacy Gregg

Liberty and the dream ride

Stacy Gregg

"Issieand Comet are competing at the world-famous four-star horse trials in Lexington, USA! Issie is worried that she is out of her depth - but the offer of a chance to ride on her own dream horse, Liberty, could change everything. Does Issie have what it...

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Monarchs of Aotearoa  by Erin Willson

Monarchs of Aotearoa

Erin Willson

"Have you ever wondered about the extraordinary Monarch butterflies of New Zealand? How did they get here? What do they need to survive? Why do they gather high up in the trees in winter? Read along to find out what we know and what we don't know about the...

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Motor sports  by Joy Cowley

Motor sports

Joy Cowley

"Join Ari and his motor sports family as they race karts, speed around a formula One track, and tear through a rally"--Back cover.

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Tenzing Norgay  by Ma Isabel (María Isabel) Sánchez Vegara

Tenzing Norgay

Ma Isabel (María Isabel) Sánchez Ve...

"When Tenzing was young, he spent much of his childhood tending to the family's yaks and gazing up at the Himalaya mountains, dreaming of the day he would reach the top. Once he grew up, he joined many other Sherpas who were offering to take Europeans up the...

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Sing like a unicorn  by Jeremy Redmore

Sing like a unicorn

Jeremy Redmore

Picture book

"A long-maned and rather fluffy unicorn helps kids find their authentic selves via the joys of singing, wholly inspired by the idea that inside each of us is a completely unique individual that can be happier, more fulfilled and make the world a better place...

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The life & times of Eddie McGrath  by Brigid Feehan

The life & times of Eddie McGrath

Brigid Feehan

"Eddie wins a national competition where she can spend a day with her local MP and give a speech in Parliament (where she'll meet the Prime Minister) but it's a prize Eddie doesn't want! When her dad is injured in a workplace accident he sets his sights on...

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World folk tales  by Elizabeth Kirkby-McLeod

World folk tales

Elizabeth Kirkby-McLeod

"Introduce children to myths, legends and fables from across the globe in this movingly illustrated collection. The varied stories use a range of storytelling techniques and perspectives with full-colour, two-page illustrated spreads. Use this captivating...

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Kamelia Lino Zarka  by David Riley

Kamelia Lino Zarka

David Riley

Kamelia Lino Zarka tracks Kamelia's journey from the Kingdom of Tonga, to the skies of Hawaii. You'll read how she made history by becoming the first Tongan female to captain a commercial airline. And you'll be inspired to see how her daughters are following...

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Adventures of the Story Girls  by Beverley Dunlop

Adventures of the Story Girls

Beverley Dunlop

Two imaginative girls get involved in an adventure when they see two strange men across the river on their farm.

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A witch alone  by James (James E.) Nicol

A witch alone

James (James E.) Nicol

"Arianwyn is now a fully qualified witch, but what with the war against the Urisians in the northern kingdom of Veersland, the increasing magical activity across the Four Kingdoms, and the Hex driving supernatural creatures out of the Great Wood, the demand...

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Aloha everything  by Kaylin Melia George

Aloha everything

Kaylin Melia George

Picture book

"A stunning tribute to Hawaiian culture and identity."-starred review, Kirkus, Aloha Everything, is a magical story that will take you on a thrilling journey through the breathtaking islands of Hawaii! In this exciting adventure, you'll encounter mighty canoes...

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J.M. Barrie's Peter Pan by B. A. Hoena

J.M. Barrie's Peter Pan

B. A. Hoena

Graphic novel

"In this graphic retelling of the classic novel, Peter Pan, the boy who never grows up, takes Wendy, John, and Michael Darling to Never-Never Land, where they meet Indians and fight pirates, including the dreaded Captain Hook."--Provided by publisher.

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The Hobbit ; by David Wenzel

The Hobbit ;

David Wenzel

Graphic novel

"Painted in colour, this graphic novel contains an abridged version of Tolkien's original story about the hobbit, Bilbo Baggins, who is whisked off by the wizard Gandalf on an adventure to recover stolen treasure. It is a journey fraught with danger, and it is...

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Dinosaur in my pocket  by Ashleigh Barton

Dinosaur in my pocket

Ashleigh Barton

Picture book

"James loves two things more than anything in the world: dinosaurs and miniatures. So when his class goes on an excursion to a museum and James finds a miniature dinosaur in the gift shop, he can't help himself: he steals the dinosaur. But as the day...

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Kittens are monsters!  by Susan Tan

Kittens are monsters!

Susan Tan

Despite being warned that kittens are monsters, Ember the Chihuahua (who still aims for world domination) agrees to babysit a family of kittens for three days after the mother cat offers him an army in return.

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My kingdom of darkness  by Susan Tan

My kingdom of darkness

Susan Tan

"Meet Ember, a rescue Chihuahua who has just been adopted by the Chin family. Ember is no ordinary dog: he thinks he is an evil overlord, destined to rule the world. He enlists the help of the other pets in the house, like Smelly Steve the hamster and Neo the...

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Magic tree house. 6, Afternoon on the Amazon by Jenny Laird

Magic tree house. 6, Afternoon on the Amazon

Jenny Laird

Graphic novel

"Retells, in graphic novel form, the tale of eight-year-old Jack and his younger sister, Annie, who are whisked away to the Amazon rainforest for a high-stakes adventure"--

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The Racc Pack. Volume 1 by Stephanie Cooke

The Racc Pack. Volume 1

Stephanie Cooke

Graphic novel

"Meet the Bin family, a trio of raccoons in the risky business of dumpster diving for all their needs. With Dusty's brains, ReRe's muscle, and Scraps's gadgets (please don't tell him he's almost definitely an opossum), the Binses are determined to leave no...

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The doggy disco hoax  by Sally Sutton

The doggy disco hoax

Sally Sutton

"A dodgy dog rescue fundraiser, a dazzlingly dizzy disco, and a mystery to solve for the Silver Star Dancers! When a disco to raise money for a dog rescue centre turns out to be a hoax, Lulu and her team are determined to make it happen anyway. Amongst the...

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Where's Peppa at the zoo?  by Taria Hegedus

Where's Peppa at the zoo?

Taria Hegedus

Peppa is going to the zoo! What will she find on her visit? From brilliant bugs to mischievous monkeys, join Peppa in this search-and-find adventure. Perfect for keeping the biggest Peppa fans busy.

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Farty pets. New hobby by Adam Wallace

Farty pets. New hobby

Adam Wallace

"When the kids go to school, their pets get together and play. Clumsy Bum is the only pet that doesn't have a hobby. He tries sewing, bowling and dancing but it's all a disaster! Will he ever find a hobby?"--Back cover.

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Farty pets. Zoo day by Adam Wallace

Farty pets. Zoo day

Adam Wallace

"When the kids go to school, their pets get together and play. The Farty Pets are off to the zoo! Will they see a unicorn? Or will they cause a giant catastrophe?"--Publisher.

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Farty pets. What's my name? by Adam Wallace

Farty pets. What's my name?

Adam Wallace

""When the kids go to school, their pets get together and play. Clumsy Bum, Princess Pretty, Fluffy and ... Oh No! Parrot doesn't have a name! Can the other Farty Pets help him find one?"--Provided by publisher.

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Escape plastic island  by Bill H. Doyle

Escape plastic island

Bill H. Doyle

"Five climate hero kids with special powers try and save animals left out in the cold by the evil Calamity Corporation-- and readers must make a choice in scenarios that change the course of the adventure."--Publisher.

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Best of My little pony. Volume one, Twilight sparkle

Best of My little pony. Volume one, Twilight sparkle

Graphic novel

"Twilight Sparkle and her brother Shining Armor team up to find the mysterious ghost haunting the castle"--

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Next stop by Debbie Fong

Next stop

Debbie Fong

Graphic novel

"Pia is a soft-spoken middle schooler whose life is turned upside down after the loss of her younger brother, followed by her parents' decision to move to a new town. In an effort to get her mind off of the troubles at home, Pia goes on a bus tour with a...

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Magic girls. 1, Kira and the (maybe) space princess by Megan Brennan

Magic girls. 1, Kira and the (maybe) space princess

Megan Brennan

Graphic novel

"There's nothing cooler than Magical Girls - pretty superheroes fighting villains with the power of friendship and glitter? What could be better than that! This year in middle school, Kira is going to be cool and popular and have SO many friends because she's...

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Marshmallow Martians. 3, Museum sleepover by Deanna Kent

Marshmallow Martians. 3, Museum sleepover

Deanna Kent

Graphic novel

"The Marshmallow Martians spend a night at a museum searching for a unique object to take back to Planet Moop"--Publisher.

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Survival Scout. Tsunami by Maxwell Eaton

Survival Scout. Tsunami

Maxwell Eaton

Graphic novel

"Join Scout and her talking skunk companion in this witty, useful, and funny graphic novel about how to survive a tsunami."--Publisher.

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Elephants by Jason Viola

Elephants

Jason Viola

Graphic novel

"You'll never forget elephants! With their massive size, floppy ears, twisting trunks, and long tusks, elephants have so much to love! And the more you get to know them--about their clever minds and caring hearts--the more you realize humans and elephants have...

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Daddy and the beanstalk by Andrew Weiner

Daddy and the beanstalk

Andrew Weiner

Graphic novel

"To help her fall asleep, the author tells his daughter a bedtime story from his mischievous childhood when he bought magic beans with his mother's grocery money."--Publisher.

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Stitch Head by Guy Bass

Stitch Head

Guy Bass

Graphic novel

"Enter the darkly funny world of Stitch Head, as he steps out of the shadows into the adventure of an almost-lifetime. Deep in the maze-like dungeons of Castle Grotteskew, eccentric Professor Erasmus created Stitch Head, a small, almost-human creature. His...

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Miss Cat. 1, The case of the curious canary by Jean-Luc Fromental

Miss Cat. 1, The case of the curious canary

Jean-Luc Fromental

Graphic novel

"Sad, old Mr. Maximus comes to see Miss Cat at the old dairy she uses as an office. Someone has kidnapped his canary, Harry, his pride and joy. Mr. Maximus begs the detective to help find him. Following the trail of the missing canary, Miss Cat encounters the...

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Shelter for lost dreams by Alfonso Font

Shelter for lost dreams

Alfonso Font

Graphic novel

"In a house of wonder, two children will learn life lessons through stories spanning across time. During his first stay with his uncle, a boy discovers the magical world that is his uncle's house. Surrounded by eclectic antiques, a vast library of books,...

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Carlton crumple, creature catcher. 3, Reptoids from space! by David Fremont

Carlton crumple, creature catcher. 3, Reptoids from space!

David Fremont

Graphic novel

"A UFO prank turns into a real alien invasion, and only Carlton Crumple can save the day."--

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Carlton Crumple, creature catcher. Book 2, Tater invaders! by David Fremont

Carlton Crumple, creature catcher. Book 2, Tater invaders!

David Fremont

Graphic novel

"While taking a snack break with his buddy and faithful assistant Lulu, suddenly one of their tater tots comes alive! And that little robot tot dude leads them to a whole underground world of evil potato creatures. It's Carlton Crumple to the rescue, and he'll...

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Bunny vs. Monkey and the human invasion by Jamie Smart

Bunny vs. Monkey and the human invasion

Jamie Smart

Graphic novel

"A monkey seeks to conquer a forest of woodland creatures and must also face the baffling creatures known as humans"--

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Big Nate. This means war! by Lincoln Peirce

Big Nate. This means war!

Lincoln Peirce

Graphic novel

"For Nate Wright, conflict is a way of life. He tangles with Gina, the editor of the school newspaper, after she rejects his comic strip. He can't get on the same page with his snooty study partners as they cram for the final exam. And once he hears that Mr....

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Owly. 5, Tiny tales by Andy Runton

Owly. 5, Tiny tales

Andy Runton

Graphic novel

"Owly, Wormy, and their forest friends return in this collection of Owly adventures. Exploring social and emotional themes, these nine standalone stories showcase the power of friendship and its ability to conquer all challenges."--Publisher.

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Miraculous : 3 by Koma Warita

Miraculous : 3

Koma Warita

Graphic novel

"Today, they're the world-famous superheroes, the self-assured saviors of Paris: Ladybug and Cat Noir. But not too long ago, Marinette was a clumsy high school student who let Chloe walk all over her, and Adrien was a shut-in who couldn't even go to school,...

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Angus is here  by Hadley Dyer

Angus is here

Hadley Dyer

"A young child navigates grief after losing a beloved family pet and learns what it means for a loved one's presence to remain even after they are gone. Angus may be gone, but memories of him are still here: his tail wagging under the dinner table, his nails...

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Spidey and his amazing friends. Teamwork saves the day! by Steve Behling

Spidey and his amazing friends. Teamwork saves the day!

Steve Behling

Graphic novel

"Spidey, Ghost-Spider, and Miles leap into action in this collection of all-new adventures that include their Super Hero friends Black Panther, Hulk, and Ms. Marvel!"--Provided by publisher.

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My little pony. Volume 3, Cookies, conundrums, and crafts

My little pony. Volume 3, Cookies, conundrums, and crafts

Graphic novel

"In this captivating collection of stories starring the Mane 5, a new generation of ponies, scares, mysteries and adventures abound as Pipp tries a creepy viral challenge, Hitch helps the sheriff solve cold cases and Izzy decides to build a...

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Cars

Cars

Graphic novel

"These eight super-fast, super-busy scenes take you to the small town of Radiator Springs. From the V8 Cafe to the Tow Mater junkyard, this book is packed with an awesome assortment of all things automotive. And just when you think you've found everything,...

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Frozen II

Frozen II

Graphic novel

"Now that Elsa has embraced her magic, all is well in Arendelle, or is it? Join Elsa, Anna, Olaf, Kristoff and Sven on a journey to uncover secrets of the kingdom's past. Along the way, explore eight movie-inspired scenes for hidden characters and objects....

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InvestiGators. All tide up by John Patrick Green

InvestiGators. All tide up

John Patrick Green

Graphic novel

"When a cruise captain is found drifting at sea and delirious, the search begins for his missing ship and passengers! Did it sink? Was it boat-napped? Are supernatural forces at play? And can the InvestiGators unravel this maritime mystery before a second...

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Garfield. Volume two Full course. by Jim Davis

Garfield. Volume two Full course.

Jim Davis

Graphic novel

"The second Full Course collection, featuring even more of Garfield's best comic book escapades, sends the gang on some wacky adventures! Odie makes a new friend, Garfield faces his most fearsome foe, the Lasagna Monster, and Nermal sets a world record?! The...

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Madballs vs Garbage Pail Kids. Volume 1, Heavyweights of gross by Sholly Fisch

Madballs vs Garbage Pail Kids. Volume 1, Heavyweights of gross

Sholly Fisch

Graphic novel

"For the first time ever, the 'HEAVYWEIGHTS OF GROSS' have combined forces in a massive merchandising blitz that pits the MADBALLS against the GARBAGE PAIL KIDS - winner take all! As part of this blitz, Dynamite presents the comic book crossover of these...

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Art club by Rashad Doucet

Art club

Rashad Doucet

Graphic novel

"Dale Donavan has heard the same lecture over and over again: Art will get you nowhere in life. A kid with a creative streak, Dale wants nothing more than to doodle, play video games, and create comics forever--maybe even as a full-time job one day. But...

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The girl who sang by Estelle Nadel

The girl who sang

Estelle Nadel

Graphic novel

"A heartrending graphic memoir about a young Jewish girl's fight for survival in Nazi occupied Poland, The Girl Who Sang illustrates the power of a brother's love, the kindness of strangers, and finding hope when facing the unimaginable."--Provided by...

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Kitty quest. 3, Sinister sister by Phil Corbett

Kitty quest. 3, Sinister sister

Phil Corbett

Graphic novel

"The Kitty Quest crew will have to face their toughest challenge yet--a villain that's part of the family!"--

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Olivia Wolf. 1, Olivia Wolf and the moldy sandwich by Jose Fragoso

Olivia Wolf. 1, Olivia Wolf and the moldy sandwich

Jose Fragoso

Graphic novel

"It seems like just another ordinary day in Monstrocity, where monsters and humans live peacefully side by side. But when a teacher goes missing at school, it's up to Olivia, a brave werewolf girl, together with her friends, Bela the vampire, Fred the fly, Sam...

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Jack the Wolf  by Sean Scully

Jack the Wolf

Sean Scully

"Jack the Wolf lives in a beautiful cave on a short mountain, near Colorfull Town. Jack is a happy and benevolent wolf, with only one weakness: Chocolate. Follow Jack the Wolf and discover the trouble Jack causes for the children of Colorfull Town in his...

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Adventuregame comics. 2, The beyond by Jason Shiga

Adventuregame comics. 2, The beyond

Jason Shiga

Graphic novel

"The Beyond takes place in some sort of afterlife. You don't know much when you begin, save that you're dead and that you've ended up in a room that includes a door, a window, and a table with some books. You need to get out, so you try the door. And then the...

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The Minecraft-inspired misadventures of Frigiel and Fluffy. Vol. 5 by Jean-Christophe Derrien

The Minecraft-inspired misadventures of Frigiel and Fluffy. Vol. 5

Jean-Christophe Derrien

Graphic novel

"Continuing the exciting adventures of Frigiel & Fluffy, heroes to their millions of fans on YouTube! These new adventures, taken from the Minecraft universe, are co-written by Frigiel himself, and are sure to appeal to Minecraft fans of all ages. Featuring...

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The happy shop by Brittany Long Olsen

The happy shop

Brittany Long Olsen

Graphic novel

"Eleven-year-old Darcy just moved to a new country. She's feeling lost and misses her friends back home. That's when she stumbles upon a shop full of mysterious glowing jars labeled with things like 'Picking up the last sweater on the rack and it's on sale'...

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Rose wolves by Natalie (Comic artist) Warner

Rose wolves

Natalie (Comic artist) Warner

Graphic novel

"One day, a little girl picks an unusual flower from an unusual bush in the forest. Overnight, the flower blooms and turns into a magical creature- a rose wolf, missing a leg just like she is missing an arm. Together, the new friends must go on a journey to...

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Agents of S.U.I.T. From Badger to worse by John Patrick Green

Agents of S.U.I.T. From Badger to worse

John Patrick Green

Graphic novel

"That's right, Bongo and Marsha, the super-spy Badgers, are on the case...and way over-budget. When S.U.I.T. realizes just how much money the Badgers waste with their gadgets and spy vehicles and custom plush toys, they're sent to Bora Bora to investigate a...

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Dragon Kingdom of Wrenly. 10, Out of darkness by Jordan Quinn

Dragon Kingdom of Wrenly. 10, Out of darkness

Jordan Quinn

Graphic novel

"The Legion of Lava has stirred worry and fear among the regions of Wrenly, and now Ruskin and his dragon friends must wage a war on two fronts: one on the battlefield and one for the very soul of the kingdom."--Provided by publisher.

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Armadillo rodeo  by Jan Brett

Armadillo rodeo

Jan Brett

Picture book

"Bo, an adventurous, near-sighted armadillo, leaves his mother and brothers to follow a girl heading to a rodeo wearing new red boots which Bo mistakes for another armadillo."--Publisher.

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I'm ogre it by Jeffrey Ebbeler

I'm ogre it

Jeffrey Ebbeler

Graphic novel

"Izzie and her a new friend, an Ogre named Tim, plan an obstacle course to lure her brother Ollie away from his video game"--

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Marsupilami. 9, The butterfly and the treetop squid by artist Batem

Marsupilami. 9, The butterfly and the treetop squid

artist Batem

Graphic novel

"The Palombian jungle is a cornucopia of strange and mysterious animal and vegetal species. Among those, a butterfly whose female has never been captured is the object of the ambitions of many scientists - and competition causes conflicts. A situation that the...

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Hilo. Book 10, Rise of the cat by Judd Winick

Hilo. Book 10, Rise of the cat

Judd Winick

Graphic novel

"Hilo's favorite warrior-cat-friend, Polly's adventures with Hilo have landed her in trouble! So when Polly breaks one too many rules, she gets sent to Wombatton--the magical boarding school for bad kids. But something strange is going on at Wombatton--why...

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I can do that too  by Britta Teckentrup

I can do that too

Britta Teckentrup

Picture book

"It's a busy day in the woods for Big and Little Hedgehog, who meet all kinds of animal friends, each of whom can do something special that Little Hedgehog wants to do. Ladybug climbs a tree and jumps off a branch; mole digs a hole; fish swim in the pond....

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Ssweet dreams  by Katharine Holabird

Ssweet dreams

Katharine Holabird

Picture book

"Nervous about her big dance performance the next day, Angelina Ballerina goes through a comforting bedtime routine with her parents that eases her worries and brings her sweet dreams."--Publisher.

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Lunch buddies. 1, Battle in the backyard by Daniel Wiseman

Lunch buddies. 1, Battle in the backyard

Daniel Wiseman

Graphic novel

"Marco makes the BEST sandwiches in the entire world! When he wants to chow down after school, he's got all the ingredients he needs: Mom's fresh baked hoagie roll, three slices of bologna, cheddar cheese, crispy lettuce, and the most important ingredient of...

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The Cryptid Club. 3, The chupacabra hoopla by Michael C. Brumm

The Cryptid Club. 3, The chupacabra hoopla

Michael C. Brumm

Graphic novel

"When the school lunches go missing and mysterious spaghetti-sauce tracks lead to the woods, Lily has no choice but to enlist the help of her main nemesis, Daisy, to help catch the crook. But as the school continues to go without any food, the starving...

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Swimming toward a dream  by Reem Faruqi

Swimming toward a dream

Reem Faruqi

"Growing up in Damascus, the pool was Yusra Mardini's happy place. She learned to swim before she could walk. And with swimming came a dream--to compete in the Olympic games. But when war came to Syria, Yusra's home--and her pool--were no longer safe. Yusra...

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Gilmore girls  by Micol Ostow

Gilmore girls

Micol Ostow

Picture book

"Take a walk down memory lane with the Gilmore Girls as they reminisce on the moments that made Stars Hollow the perfect home for a young mother and daughter. Lorelai and Rory recall when they first arrived in Stars Hollow in search of a welcoming home and...

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Pocket Peaches by Dora (Illustrator) Wang

Pocket Peaches

Dora (Illustrator) Wang

Graphic novel

"Peaches and her pals Mango and Pogi all live in a cozy town called Pocketon. When a new cat, Taro, moves in, Peaches is on a mission to befriend her. The only thing is, Taro loves all things spooky and Peaches does not. Can Peaches find a way to become...

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Cat Ninja. 5, Cat's claw by Matthew Cody

Cat Ninja. 5, Cat's claw

Matthew Cody

Graphic novel

"In Cat's Claw, a new band of baddies comes to town looking to settle an old score, and Cat Ninja gets some help from his friends--the vaguely villainous and the half-heartedly heroic--to face them in this four-part tale."--Provided by publisher.

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Easter stories  by Enid Blyton

Easter stories

Enid Blyton

Head off on an adventure this Easter with the world's best-loved storyteller. From the boy who helps a lamb in trouble to the fairies hidden inside Easter Eggs, excitement and magic are never far away in this collection of stories to read and share.

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Thomas the Tank Engine  by W. Awdry

Thomas the Tank Engine

W. Awdry

Picture book

"The ultimate nostalgic offering for all those who delight in the adventures of this cheeky little engine and his friends. Meet Percy, James, Gordon, and Toby. as well as lots of other characters, down on The Fat Controller's railway."--Publisher.

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Life underground  by Richard Orr

Life underground

Richard Orr

"An illustrated journey through nature's unseen habitats revealing the curious creatures that live under the earth Burrow down into the world's most amazing underground habitats, from warm Arctic warrens to sandy desert dens. Illustrated in incredible detail,...

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Warriors  by Erin Hunter

Warriors

Erin Hunter

"In this updated and expanded edition celebrating 20 years of Warriors, discover all-new interior art and never-before-seen bonus content. This full-color guide includes: profiles of more than 85 of the most important warrior cats, an insider look at each of...

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Come and join us!  by Liz Kleinrock

Come and join us!

Liz Kleinrock

"Meet kids who share how they celebrate holidays all year long--perfect for discussions about de-centering winter holidays!"--

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Villains' realm  by Ridley Pearson

Villains' realm

Ridley Pearson

"Home from their adventures abroad in book one, Eli and his friends are safe and sound at Epcot with their families-- or are they? When Eli learns that the CEO of the Walt Disney Company has mysteriously ordered Villains Realms to be built in every park across...

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