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Batang Auckland  by Cielo Aranas

Batang Auckland

Cielo Aranas

"In Batang Auckland, Filipino young people studying at Tangaroa College in Otara, worked with teacher-author David Riley to share personal stories of how they came to New Zealand, what they love and miss about the Philippines, some of the challenges they've...

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Small steps  by Louis Sachar

Small steps

Louis Sachar

"Armpit finds all his small steps becoming much bigger than he had anticipated. When he gets mixed up with his old friend X-ray in a ticket scam, things look set to unravel. But this is only the beginning of Armpit's troubles."--Provided by publisher.

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Wallace the brave. 1 by Will Henry

Wallace the brave. 1

Will Henry

Graphic novel

"Follows the adventures of Wallace, his best friend Spud, and new girl Amelia, as they explore their hometown of Snug Harbor."--Publisher's description.

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Dog mazes  by Inna Anikeeva

Dog mazes

Inna Anikeeva

"This fun, full-color book of mazes contains challenging mazes for children to complete. Each activity features different scenes containing adorable dogs in a variety of fun situations. The mazes are designed to promote logical thinking, and also...

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Monster cats. 1 by author Pandania

Monster cats. 1

author Pandania

Graphic novel

"Is it a banshee, a yeti, a gorgon, or...a cat? Monster Cats are a purrfect new breed of familiar furry friends crossed with freaky fun! If you think life with regular cats can get complicated, wait till you see what it's like for people who live with these...

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It's the end when I say it's the end  by Stephan Pastis

It's the end when I say it's the end

Stephan Pastis

"Though I, Timmy Failure, have solved many notorious crimes and now wish to enjoy my retirement, my fans have begged me to turn my memoirs into a movie, an ode to my greatness. I am, however, beset by enemies, the worst of whom is Tom John John, the buffoonish...

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Garfield. Donut disturb by Jim Davis

Garfield. Donut disturb

Jim Davis

Graphic novel

"While Garfield is best known for his insatiable appetite for lasagne, he also believes in voraciously eating 'hole' foods! In fact, making donuts disappear might just be Garfield's superpower (along with taking marathon naps)."--Provided by publisher.

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Garfield fat cat 3-pack. Volume 21 by Jim Davis

Garfield fat cat 3-pack. Volume 21

Jim Davis

Graphic novel

"Garfield fans, enjoy a triple shot of the caffeinated cat in this robust collection of comics! Whether he's one-upping his slobbering sidekick, Odie, plotting revenge on his clueless owner, Jon, or just snacking and wisecracking as usual, Garfield loves to...

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An anniversary for Arendelle.

An anniversary for Arendelle.

"Today is the anniversary of the gates opening in Arendelle and Olaf has planned a surprise scavenger hunt for Anna and Elsa. The sisters will have to go on a journey to find clues, meeting their friends along the way. Will they be able to figure out the clues...

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Search with Spot  by Eric Hill

Search with Spot

Eric Hill

"Where's Spot? Where's Steve? Where's Helen? Help Spot find all his friends and lots of other things too in this super search and find book. At home, in the park, at a party and all around Spot's world, every page is packed with detail - over 100 fun things to...

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Looking for Imani  by Dianne Bates

Looking for Imani

Dianne Bates

"Told mostly from the perspective of Nabila, the eldest child of a one-parent immigrant family to Australia, this novel focuses on how the wider community pulls together, despite the family's fears of discrimination, when the youngest child, Imani, goes...

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The lost Sunday by Ileana Surducan

The lost Sunday

Ileana Surducan

Graphic novel

"Nina lives in a dusty town, haunted by the six angry wolves of the week--Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday Each day brings never-ending chores and drudgery. Legend speaks of a seventh day to rest--Sunday--but everybody knows an evil...

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Lu and Ren's guide to geozoology by Angela Hsieh

Lu and Ren's guide to geozoology

Angela Hsieh

Graphic novel

"Lu dreams of being a great adventurer, just like her ah-ma, who is a world-renowned geozoologist. Ah-ma has traveled far and wide, researching unique animals like dreamy cloud-jellies, enormous sunfish, and playful mossgoats. There's nothing Lu loves more...

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Garfield. Volume six by Scott Nickel

Garfield. Volume six

Scott Nickel

Graphic novel

"Grab your favorite pasta dish and enjoy Garfield venturing out as a Nighttime Crusader, fighting his own impulse control, and going up against 'The Most Annoying Cat in the World.' Plus, some Holiday fun, as Garfield helps some kids get their dream gifts, and...

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Little fairy can't sleep  by Daniela Drescher

Little fairy can't sleep

Daniela Drescher

Picture book

"One warm summer night, Faith, the little fairy, couldn't get to sleep. The crickets were chirping loudly, the fireflies were flickering brightly, and the full moon smiled down on Faith's bed of flowers."--Provided by publisher.

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Runaway cone  by Morag (Illustrator) Hood

Runaway cone

Morag (Illustrator) Hood

Picture book

"Digger, Traffic Light and the cones are all ready to start the roadworks one morning when they notice that something's wrong - Gary is missing! And it's a disaster! They search left and right, high and low, but it's no use. Can they find Gary all by...

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Atlas of dinosaur adventures  by Lucy Letherland

Atlas of dinosaur adventures

Lucy Letherland

"A prehistoric journey of discovery. You'll get to embark on over thirty dinosaur adventures that will take you all around the world! Travel back in time to lock horns with a triceratops, stalk prey with a T-Rex, and learn to fly with a baby Pteranodon. With...

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Ella Bella ballerina and A midsummer night's dream  by James Mayhew

Ella Bella ballerina and A midsummer night's dream

James Mayhew

Picture book

"Ella Bella Ballerina, steps out of fairytales and into the world of Shakespeare as she goes on a magical adventure in Fairyland, with Puck, King Oberon and Queen Titania. Who will the queen fall in love with when under the king's spell? And what will become...

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Dungeons & Dragons pocket expert  by Stacy King

Dungeons & Dragons pocket expert

Stacy King

"Become an instant expert on all things Dungeons & Dragons with this handy pocket-size guide! What's the difference between a rogue and a ranger? Why is it difficult to sneak up on a Beholder? Where might you find an ogre? And just what exactly is Faerûn? From...

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Richard Scarry's The great pie robbery. by Richard Scarry

Richard Scarry's The great pie robbery.

Richard Scarry

Picture book

"Someone has stolen pies from Ma Dog's bakery! Detective Sam Cat and Detective Dudley Pig will follow the clues to get to the bottom of this mouthwatering mystery!"--

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Richard Scarry's the great steamboat mystery. by Richard Scarry

Richard Scarry's the great steamboat mystery.

Richard Scarry

Picture book

"Attending Mr. and Mrs. Pig's wedding party on the steamboat Sally, detectives Sam and Dudley follow some confusing powdery trails in their search for Mrs. Pig's stolen pearl necklace."--Provided by publisher.

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Croc needs to wait  by Sue Graves

Croc needs to wait

Sue Graves

Picture book

"Croc can never wait for anything - he's alway interrupting, rushes everything and he can never wait to take his turn. Can he learn to slow down and be a little more patient?"--Provided by publisher.

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Kohli rules  by Simon Mugford

Kohli rules

Simon Mugford

"Is Virat Kohli your ultimate cricketing hero? From when he was a small boy, Virat Kohli's special talent for cricket has wowed everyone around him. His dedication to his training and teammates, smart tactics and his incredible ability with the bat have placed...

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Who did this poo?  by Claudia Boldt

Who did this poo?

Claudia Boldt

"Did you know that wombats poo in cubes and that mice can drop up to 75 pellets of poo a day? Do you know which animal's poo is sparkly like glitter? And which civilised animals always poo in the same spot, a bit like using their own toilets? With this fun and...

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Frog can float!  by Tony Neal

Frog can float!

Tony Neal

Picture book

"Can Frog and his friends learn to float in this introduction to the scientific concepts of floating and sinking? Frog and friends are desperate for ice cream, but the truck is across the river and they need to find a way across."--Provided by publisher.

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Robbery at the masqued ball  by Swapna Reddy

Robbery at the masqued ball

Swapna Reddy

"It's time for the grandest event in Bearburgh: the Masque family's Masqued Ball! And this year it's even more exciting because famous pop star Kitty Qita is going to perform! Young detectives Reggie Rabbit and Pipsquark are there - as waiters for Auntie...

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We're all gonna die-nosaur!  by Kon Tan

We're all gonna die-nosaur!

Kon Tan

"Pterry the pterodactyl has the sc-sc-scariest dreams--the kind that come true! Last night, Pterry dreamed that dinosaurs will go extinct. Pterry's parents tell him that there's no danger a pterodactyl can't fly away from. But Pterry doesn't know how to fly!...

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How to help when you really want to help  by Davina Bell

How to help when you really want to help

Davina Bell

Picture book

Open arms. A friendly face. Showing how. Showing up. A warm-hearted exploration of some of the big and small ways we can all make a difference in the world, no matter our age - at home, around the neighbourhood, at school and in the community. How to Help...

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Hannah Sharpe cartoon detective  by Janet Tashjian

Hannah Sharpe cartoon detective

Janet Tashjian

"Young cartoonist Hannah Sharpe has many strengths: she's curious, creative, has an amazing memory, and most important--she notices things. When Doug Williams moves into her family's Airbnb, Hannah can't shake the feeling that he's got something to hide. But...

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Australia's most dangerous snakes  by Kathy (Editor) Riley

Australia's most dangerous snakes

Kathy (Editor) Riley

"Explore the secret world of snakes: they live under logs, in caves, in trees and even under water! Inspect some astonishing photos of snakes getting ready to strike and catch their prey. How dangerous is snake venom? Find out about snakebites and how to help...

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Australia's most extreme  by Kathy (Editor) Riley

Australia's most extreme

Kathy (Editor) Riley

"The creatures in this book are the superheroes of Australia's animal world, beating all the records when it comes to size, speed, length, strength, intelligence and survival. What animal runs so fast it goes blind? Which sea creature has a tongue that weighs...

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Australia's most dangerous spiders  by Kathy (Editor) Riley

Australia's most dangerous spiders

Kathy (Editor) Riley

"From big, hairy spiders and intricate, delicate spiders to pointy fangs and sticky webs - welcome to the world of Australia's creepy-crawly spiders! With fast facts, full-colour illustrations and images from Australian Geographic, this book has everything you...

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I know dino!  by Sabrina Ricci

I know dino!

Sabrina Ricci

"Dinosaurs have been extinct for millions of years, but the world of dinosaur science has never been more alive! Over the last few decades, amazing scientific discoveries have transformed what we know about dinosaurs. And it turns out that a lot of what we...

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Minecraft master builder

Minecraft master builder

"This book gives you simple, step-by-step instructions for building amazing arenas, setting up fun quests, and organising server-wide games.Difficulty levels range from easy-to-play games like hide-and-seek and racing, to fun building challenges, and all the...

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Elio.

Elio.

"Elio is obsessed with aliens and all things outer space. So, when he's beamed up to the Communiverse and finds himself surrounded by aliens from all over the galaxy, he thinks it's out of this world! Can he make friends, solve problems and figure out where in...

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Tiwi girl hunters

Tiwi girl hunters

"Lola and Maryanne have been BESTIES ever since they were attacked by a plover when they were kids. They are very different. Lola is brave and Maryanne laughs like a seal. But they both LOVE hunting! It's bush holidays and they are about to go camping and...

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The bad idea and other stories  by Greg Pizzoli

The bad idea and other stories

Greg Pizzoli

"Earl, a cheerful bird who loves playing saxophone, and Worm, a quiet bookworm, overcome their differences with lemonade, creativity, and sharing their stories, becoming the best of friends."--Provided by publisher.

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The great mouse escape!  by James Patterson

The great mouse escape!

James Patterson

"The talking mouse takes an epic cross-country road trip to save his mouse friend Mikayla, and both make new friends and have adventures along the way"--

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The emperor's egg  by Rae Tan

The emperor's egg

Rae Tan

Picture book

"Looking for a worthy successor to his throne, an ageing emperor gives all the children in his kingdom an egg. After thirty days, he will judge what each child delivers to him and choose his heir. Ren brings his egg home and takes the best care of it. He reads...

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Is that my hat?  by Kev Payne

Is that my hat?

Kev Payne

Picture book

"Struggling to find the perfect hat, Mole decides to make one himself."--Provided by publisher.

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The Hideysaurus  by Rachel Bright

The Hideysaurus

Rachel Bright

Picture book

"Little Hideysaurus loves the hush and quiet. Crowds are REALLY not her thing. But one day, her parents decide to throw a HUGE party! And as the guests keep arriving, it all becomes too much for Hidey. With wibbly knees and a squeezy heart, she HIDES! Will...

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Bunny vs Monkey. Book 10, The great big glitch by Jamie Smart

Bunny vs Monkey. Book 10, The great big glitch

Jamie Smart

Graphic novel

"When Bunny, Monkey and friends discover a glitch in reality life gets even crazier than normal: Bunny declares himself The Woods' Magical Protector, Pig becomes a superspy, plus there's complete metal Monkey mayhem!"--Provided by publisher.

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Riverskin  by Mike Edwards

Riverskin

Mike Edwards

"A dark, pacy and atmospheric journey of self-discovery from a debut author and performance poet. Tess lives in the "turns", a network of tunnels under the River Tees, with her Aunt Peg and her monstrous Unkle Darkwater. When Aunt Peg starts to develop signs...

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The wild robot on the island  by Peter Brown

The wild robot on the island

Peter Brown

Picture book

"Roz is not where she's supposed to be. Roz the robot wasn't designed to live in the wilderness. But when she washes up on an island, she must learn from the animal inhabitants and adapt to her new, natural surroundings, and before long, the island begins to...

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Kiwi needs a wee-wee  by Michelle (Michelle Jane) Robinson

Kiwi needs a wee-wee

Michelle (Michelle Jane) Robinson

Picture book

"Uh-oh! Kiwi needs a wee-wee, and he can't stop weeing everywhere wee-wees don't go: on the floor, in the swimming pool, and even on poor Penguin's lap! Oh, feathers. Will Kiwi ever learn to use the big-bird potty?"--Provided by publisher.

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Graphs!  by David A. Adler

Graphs!

David A. Adler

"Two young students use pie charts, graphs, and more to make decisions throughout their fun day at the fair in this illustrated guide to data collection methods."--Provided by publisher.

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Take a breath, Big Red Monster!  by Ed Emberley

Take a breath, Big Red Monster!

Ed Emberley

Picture book

"Die-cut pages gradually reveal a monster's face and help a child manage their anger."--

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TBH, this may be TMI  by Lisa Greenwald

TBH, this may be TMI

Lisa Greenwald

"Told entirely in text messages, the second book in this addictive series TBH from the acclaimed author of 11 Before 12 is perfect for fans of Lauren Myracle and Rachel Renee Russell. Cece has no time for her boy-crazy friends. She wants to make a bigger...

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Ice cream sandwiched  by Coco Simon

Ice cream sandwiched

Coco Simon

"Tamiko and Sierra are excited about their upcoming school dance, leaving Allie, who goes to a different school, feeling left out."--Provided by publisher.

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Sun bird  by Lindsay Moore

Sun bird

Lindsay Moore

"The story of the awe-inspiring, 18,000-mile migration of one of earth's most amazing animals -- the Arctic tern"--

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The dress with 100 pockets  by Lily Murray

The dress with 100 pockets

Lily Murray

Picture book

"The Dress with 100 Pockets is for children who don't just want dresses for special occasions, but for every day adventuring too! Lucy and Aunt Augusta run the Fabulous Fashion Store. Aunt Augusta tends the tills, while Lucy designs the dresses. And not just...

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What the ladybird heard at the zoo  by Julia Donaldson

What the ladybird heard at the zoo

Julia Donaldson

Picture book

"Those two bad men, Lanky Len and Hefty Hugh, are back! They may be in the city instead of the farm, but they haven't changed their thieving ways. In fact, they're even more ambitious. They're planning to steal a monkey from the zoo and use him to pinch the...

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What the ladybird heard  by Julia Donaldson

What the ladybird heard

Julia Donaldson

Picture book

"Hefty Hugh and Lanky Len are two crafty robbers with a cunning plan to steal the farmer's fine prize cow. But little do they know that the tiniest, quietest creature of all has overhead their plot, and she has a plan of her own . . ."--Provided by publisher.

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Awesome Earth  by Joan Bransfield Graham

Awesome Earth

Joan Bransfield Graham

"Concrete poems illustrate how our Earth slowly took shape."--Provided by publisher.

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The big book of useless science knowledge  by Erin Winick Anthony

The big book of useless science knowledge

Erin Winick Anthony

"In this compendium of obscure facts readers will be treated to baffling scientific knowledge they would never learn at school. Broken into chapters including engineering, space, and biology, a team of experts has scoured the margins to find the silliest and...

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Flags of the world  by Phillip Clarke

Flags of the world

Phillip Clarke

Whose flag is whose? Why are some flags so similar? What does that symbol in the middle mean? Find out in this fact-packed book which illustrates the flags of every independent nation and selected territories.

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What do astronauts do?  by Rob Lloyd Jones

What do astronauts do?

Rob Lloyd Jones

"Explore different careers as you blast off into space with a crew of astronauts. Find out about their incredible jobs and the work of the huge teams who support them, from medics to technicians. Discover how astronauts are chosen and trained for space...

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All that glitters  by Catherine Daly

All that glitters

Catherine Daly

"An early chapter book designed to help kids decipher finance facts and fallacies. Lucy and her friends Julian and Avery learn how to stretch their money at a local carnival"--

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15 secrets to survival  by Natalie D. Richards

15 secrets to survival

Natalie D. Richards

"When classmates Baxter, Abigail, Turner and Emerson break a school rule, they're forced to travel to the middle of nowhere for an extra credit project. They think things can't get much worse. After all, how will learning to survive in the wilderness help them...

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Yellow singing sail by Yinfan Huang

Yellow singing sail

Yinfan Huang

Graphic novel

"Growing up in small town Xintian and surrounded by family, Yinfan at first doesn't find it strange that she, like everyone else she knows, is an only child. But when her Baba gets a new job in big city Guangzhou, her life is permanently changed. As she and...

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My little pony. Maretime mysteries by Stephanie (Comic books writer) Williams

My little pony. Maretime mysteries

Stephanie (Comic books writer) Will...

Graphic novel

"Misty is struggling to feel at home after moving to Maretime Bay. She loves spending time with her friends, but adjusting to life with a newly un-long-lost dad and a newly found freedom is harder than she expected. On her quest to discover as much as she can...

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Wild crossings  by Rachel Ip

Wild crossings

Rachel Ip

"Why did the . . .Sloth/Tortoise/Elephant. . . cross the road? All over the world, animals are constantly on the move, travelling to find mates, forage for food and seek safety and shelter. But what happens when man-made barriers get in the way? From motorways...

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Not quite Narwhal. The nervous narwhal  by Maria Le

Not quite Narwhal. The nervous narwhal

Maria Le

"Theo really wants to tell Kelp, Scallop, and Cruz why he always leaves in the middle of every game they play, but he is nervous that his friends will not understand. With a little courage and support, Theo is finally able to spend the entire day playing...

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Squid in pants  by Kaz Windness

Squid in pants

Kaz Windness

"A squid wants to dress in the latest fashion--if only he could find some clothes."--Publisher.

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Hex vets. Volume 4, The night tunnels by Sam (Illustrator) Davies

Hex vets. Volume 4, The night tunnels

Sam (Illustrator) Davies

Graphic novel

"Dr. Talon has gone missing in the Night Tunnels, leaving Ariel worried and the clinic overrun with agitated critters in need of soothing spells! Meanwhile, a strange beast has been spotted prowling around nearby villages, and a mysterious cloaked figure might...

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Minecraft. Volume 2 The manga. by Kazuyoshi Seto

Minecraft. Volume 2 The manga.

Kazuyoshi Seto

Graphic novel

"Nico has set off on an adventure to the end of the world! He now has what every great adventurer needs--an adventuring party. Turns out it's good he has friends with him, because he's about to face a spider larger than his whole party combined!"--Provided by...

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Atana. 2, Atana and the jade mermaid by Vivian Zhou

Atana. 2, Atana and the jade mermaid

Vivian Zhou

Graphic novel

"Atana may be one step closer to discovering her past, but it didn't come without a cost. Though the mermaid and her companions--Ren, the last known firebird, and Cosmos, her witch guard-turned-friend--narrowly escaped the Witch Queen, time is running short....

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Max & Chaffy. Welcome to Animal Island by Jamie Smart

Max & Chaffy. Welcome to Animal Island

Jamie Smart

Graphic novel

"The Boggle family have just arrived on Animal Island, and Max can't wait to find out all there is to discover! Max Boggle loves finding things. He loves putting them back where they belong even better! When Orlando the pilot mentions a mysterious creature...

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Two-headed chicken. 1 by Tom Angleberger

Two-headed chicken. 1

Tom Angleberger

Graphic novel

"Anything is possible in the multiverse, including a madcap adventure starring a plucky two-headed chicken. But look out--there's a chicken-hungry moose in pursuit! In this fourth wall-breaking graphic novel, our double-headed hero is chased through dozens of...

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My little pony. The storm of Zephyr Heights by Jeremy Whitley

My little pony. The storm of Zephyr Heights

Jeremy Whitley

Graphic novel

"A storm is brewing! And with Queen Haven away, the Mane 6 are the only ones keeping Zephyr Heights from being blown off its mountaintop. For the first time anyone can remember, Queen Haven is taking a vacation. She's decided to leave Zipp in charge of the...

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The world's worst superheroes  by David Walliams

The world's worst superheroes

David Walliams

"When is the queen not just the queen? When she is WONDERQUEEN! KAPOW! Is that an especially large bird? Is it a weirdly small plane? No: it's THUNDERHOUND! BLAM! When her schoolteachers turn into deadly dinosaurs, who can possibly stop them? Why, DINO-KID, of...

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Pete the Cat and the Wright Brothers  by Kim Dean

Pete the Cat and the Wright Brothers

Kim Dean

"When Pete the Cat learns that the Wright Brother's flying machine can't fly without the wind, he and the cats invent the perfect solution, and he may get a chance to fly."--Publisher.

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Willow takes on the weather  by Rachel Noble

Willow takes on the weather

Rachel Noble

Picture book

"Sporting her sunglasses, sunscreen, and swimsuit, little Willow has BIG plans for a bright, beautiful day. She's ready to dance, splash, fly, and have great fun in the sun! But Weather has plans of its own."--Publisher.

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Do you see the tiger?  by Philip Ardagh

Do you see the tiger?

Philip Ardagh

Picture book

"One rainy night, Penny and her daddy take an underground train packed with passengers. As they stand in the crowded car, Penny can't believe what she's seeing. A tiger's tail? A tiger's paw! No, that's just a person with a striped glove, assures Daddy. But...

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A whole world of minibeasts  by Anna Claybourne

A whole world of minibeasts

Anna Claybourne

"Get lost in the diverse and bustling world of minibeasts -- with more to explore than you ever imagined! A Whole World of Minibeasts presents the stunning breadth of minibeast varieties that roam Earth, including everything from insects to arachnids, slugs,...

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A whole world of birds  by Anna Claybourne

A whole world of birds

Anna Claybourne

"A Whole World of Birds presents the stunning breadth of bird varieties that fill the Earth. Who is related to whom? Which type fly at night, fly the fastest ... or can't fly at all? Where do the most colourful birds call home, and which live at sea? This book...

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Mickey Mouse and the amazing lost ocean by Denis-Pierre Filippi

Mickey Mouse and the amazing lost ocean

Denis-Pierre Filippi

Graphic novel

"In a dystopian future located in a parallel reality, scavengers rule the Earth: pals like Mickey and Goofy are salvaging rare fuel from the seafloor, and rogues like Peg Leg Pete are fighting to get it first! One day the realm is rocked by the arrival of a...

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Sonic the Hedgehog. Volume 1 Sonic prime. by Hayden Robel

Sonic the Hedgehog. Volume 1 Sonic prime.

Hayden Robel

Graphic novel

"Sonic is used to fighting it out with Dr. Eggman, and with the help of his friends Tails, Knuckles, Amy, and Rouge, he usually comes out on top! But, during their latest explosive battle, a collision with the Paradox Prism sends Sonic to a parallel world...

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Penny draws a team sport  by Sara Shepard

Penny draws a team sport

Sara Shepard

"When fifth grader Penny Lowry's school announces an upcoming charity pickleball tournament, she doesn't know what to think. On the one hand, all her friends are joining the team and she doesn't want to feel left out. But on the other hand, Penny's never been...

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Addison Cooke and the tomb of the Khan  by Jonathan W. Stokes

Addison Cooke and the tomb of the Khan

Jonathan W. Stokes

"Twelve-year-old Addison Cooke and his friends travel across Asia in an attempt to rescue Addison's aunt and uncle from the clutches of a dangerous gang and prevent the legendary tomb of Ghenghis Khan from falling the in the wrong hands."--Publisher.

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Ra the mighty  by Amy Butler Greenfield

Ra the mighty

Amy Butler Greenfield

"In ancient Egypt, the Pharaoh's pampered cat Ra and his scarab-beetle sidekick question the royal palace's animal inhabitants, solve a crime, and exonerate a servant girl falsely accused of theft."--Publisher.

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The storm  by Cynthia Rylant

The storm

Cynthia Rylant

"They've lived most of their lives with the sea - Pandora in a lighthouse and Seabold on a boat - and they're each quite used to being alone. Or they were. But one day, the sea did something extraordinary: It brought Pandora and Seabold together! And even...

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Amina Banana and the formula for winning  by Shifa Saltagi Safadi

Amina Banana and the formula for winning

Shifa Saltagi Safadi

"Amina Banana's third grade class is abuzz with excitement for the upcoming spelling bee. But spelling in English is tough for Amina. Still, she's going to prove to her classmates that even if English is an additional language for her, she can take home the...

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Castle Redstone  by Sarwat Chadda

Castle Redstone

Sarwat Chadda

"Rajah would do anything to be a great adventurer. But how can he, when his father's already triumphed over every adventure he can think of? Lord Maharajah fought the Ender Dragon, charted the Overworld, and built a grand manor house. Rajah is surrounded by...

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Felix and the Future Agency  by Rachel Morrisroe

Felix and the Future Agency

Rachel Morrisroe

"Felix Green has a talent - a talent that often gets him into A LOT of trouble - he can forsee the future. And he's not the only one! When his latest prediction comes true, he soon finds himself whisked off to join the secret underground Future Agency. Here he...

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Alice with a why  by Anna James

Alice with a why

Anna James

"Alyce - with a Y - lives with her grandmother, the original Alice, having lost her father during the Great War. When a mysterious invitation to a tea party hits her square in the face, Alyce realises her grandmother's strange stories of a place called...

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Masters of disguise  by Lisa McMann

Masters of disguise

Lisa McMann

"The Forgotten Five and their friends have been under increased scrutiny in Estero ever since Martim Palacio published his article revealing their identities and alleging they are armed and dangerous. Corrupt President Fuerte has been stoking anger against all...

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Ghost Story Society  by Phil Hickes

Ghost Story Society

Phil Hickes

"As if Shadowhall Academy wasn't creepy enough, Lilian and her friends have started a Ghost Story Society. It's all harmless fun, until one girl warns of a sinister book hidden somewhere in the school that can bring your darkest secrets to life. So when Lilian...

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The secret of matter  by Ryan Calejo

The secret of matter

Ryan Calejo

"After saving the Rym and returning to Agartha as heroes, Antares and Magdavellía quickly face a new crisis when a mystic-led attack plunges the Rym into chaos. Their only hope lies in a forgotten alchemyst map that leads to the Elementals - ancient substances...

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No more room in the bed  by Deborah Abela

No more room in the bed

Deborah Abela

Picture book

"When a thunderstorm strikes in the middle of the night, all sorts of creatures, including a school of piranhas, a whale, a troupe of pirouetting ballerinas and some aliens, try and let dad convince them to come inside out of the rain. But what happens when...

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Pick and Pocket. Volume 1, Inspector Joe is on the case! by Majda Koren

Pick and Pocket. Volume 1, Inspector Joe is on the case!

Majda Koren

Graphic novel

"Inspector Joe is used to solve minor cases when he gets called to hunt down two thieving pigs that are constantly breaking the law : Pick and Pocket. In several short stories, we see them shoplifting, snaffling fruit and veg, purloining a van, running from...

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Pick and Pocket. Volume 2, On the run! by Majda Koren

Pick and Pocket. Volume 2, On the run!

Majda Koren

Graphic novel

"Pick and Pocket. Two bandit pigs. They are the most thieving, most deceitful villains, cunning as foxes. The dumbest among criminals. The cutest among thieves. They also each have a sweet tooth and would do anything for a doughnut. They attract rogueries like...

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The race against crime  by Jenny Pearson

The race against crime

Jenny Pearson

"Evie Clutterbuck is ready for the adventure of a lifetime! She's joining her dad on the Speedwheels 3000 - the most exciting, most famous, most bonkers car race in the whole world, driving through seven countries and competing in challenges in their trusty...

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Dragon Dave the not-so brave  by Alex Latimer

Dragon Dave the not-so brave

Alex Latimer

Picture book

"Help! Dragon Dave has been stuck in this book forever. He really wants to get out. The story always has a very sticky ending. But when Prince George shows Dave that words can be re-written, will Dave be brave enough to change his story?"--Publisher.

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Snow White and the seven bears  by Michael Rosen

Snow White and the seven bears

Michael Rosen

Picture book

"'Mirror, mirror on the wall. Where is the cuddliest teddy of all?' Snow White has lost her teddy bear. Taking the magic talking mirror from the wall, she sets off into the forest to find him, where - one after another - she makes friends with some real bears!...

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The little vampire in Misery Valley  by Angela Sommer-Bodenburg

The little vampire in Misery Valley

Angela Sommer-Bodenburg

"Rudolph the Little Vampire and his family used to live in a hidden crypt in the cemetery closest to his human friend Tony's house, but they were forced to move far away to Misery Valley. So when Tony's parents ask him where he wants to spend a camping...

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A guide to rocks  by Sacha Cotter

A guide to rocks

Sacha Cotter

Picture book

"Lately, things have been getting Charlie down. It's like he's got a heavy rock that just won't go away. He talks to Dad about it, and Dad thinks he's got the answer - a dusty old rulebook. But Charlie's not so sure. Especially when his rock gets bigger, and...

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Asterix in Corsica by 1926-1977 Goscinny

Asterix in Corsica

1926-1977 Goscinny

Graphic novel

"Asterix and Obelix meet a Corsican chieftain who has been taken prisoner and accompany their new friend Boneywasawarriorwayayix back to Corsica, to help him foil the evil fangers of the corrupt Roman Praetor Perfidus"--Publisher's description.

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Asterix and son by author Uderzo

Asterix and son

author Uderzo

Graphic novel

"When someone's leaves a little boy in a basket outside Asterix's hut, it's two Gauls and a baby in the days of the Roman Empire! Through Asterix and Obelix have more experience whopping legionnaires than diapering infants, they do their best. Also new to...

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Asterix and the soothsayer by 1926-1977 Goscinny

Asterix and the soothsayer

1926-1977 Goscinny

Graphic novel

"It was a dark and stormy night, and a sinister visitor has arrived in the little Gaulish village where Asterix lives. Prolix claims he's a soothsayer, and the townsfolk believe every word he says. Only Asterix knows better. How can he make all his friends see...

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