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A map for Falasteen  by Maysa Odeh

A map for Falasteen

Maysa Odeh

"At school, Falasteen and her classmates are tasked with finding their families' home countries on a map, but no matter how hard she looks, Falasteen can't find Palestine. Can a place exist if it's not on a map? Confused, Falasteen turns to her family for...

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Lo & behold by Wendy Mass

Lo & behold

Wendy Mass

Graphic novel

"With her life recently turned upside down, 12-year-old Addie is uncomfortable in her own skin until the world of virtual reality sparks her imagination and leads to an exciting new project, a new friend, and to reconnecting with who she's always...

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We catch the bus  by Katie Abey

We catch the bus

Katie Abey

Picture book

"Choose your favourite vehicle and LET'S GO! Join all the busy animals as they zoom around in every kind of vehicle you can imagine. Is that a cheeky monkey flying a plane? And did I see a llama riding a scooter? And there's a whole pack of animals catching...

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Riverboat roulette  by Carolyn Keene

Riverboat roulette

Carolyn Keene

"Dear diary, Bess's mom is hosting a fund-raising gala on a restored riverboat. It's for a local pet rescue organization. There's blackjack, roulette, and a high-stakes poker tournament, with all proceeds going to help stray animals. Bess and I were super...

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Diamond  by Jacqueline Wilson

Diamond

Jacqueline Wilson

"Diamond wasn't always a star. Born to penniless parents who longed for a strong, healthy son, she was a dainty, delicate daughter and a bitter disappointment. Discovering an extraordinary gift for acrobatics, Diamond uses her talent to earn a few pennies, but...

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The tale of Despereaux  by Kate DiCamillo

The tale of Despereaux

Kate DiCamillo

"Welcome to the story of Despereaux Tilling, a mouse who is in love with music, stories, and a princess named Pea. It is also the story of a rat called Roscuro, who lives in the darkness and covets a world filled with light. And it is the story of Miggery Sow,...

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The dinosaur guide  by Emma Yarlett

The dinosaur guide

Emma Yarlett

Picture book

"Nibbles the book monster is back! He's finished with fairy tales and has found his way into a book of DINOSAURS! Soon hes chomping through the Triceratops chapter and causing chaos among the Velociraptors. Uh oh has Nibbles bitten off more than he can...

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New kid at the dojang  by Shawn Pryor

New kid at the dojang

Shawn Pryor

"Ezra becomes jealous when a new kid, Julian, joins the dojang and dares him to try a Taekwondo skill beyond Julian's ability after feeling ignored by his friends."--Publisher.

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Injury troubles  by Shawn Pryor

Injury troubles

Shawn Pryor

"When Aria hurts her shoulder right before a big tournament, she must learn to overcome her disappointment and find other ways to support her teammates."--Publisher.

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Planning to win  by Shawn Pryor

Planning to win

Shawn Pryor

"Ezra, a busy kid involved in taekwondo, baseball, swimming, and clubs, begins to feel stressed by all his activities until his friends help him manage his hectic schedule."--Publisher.

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Movie meetup  by Shawn Pryor

Movie meetup

Shawn Pryor

"Noah won a trip to a movie premiere! He'll even get to meet the actor who inspired his interest in taekwondo. But when Noah and his friends attend the party, his hero is rude to them. Now Noah isn't sure how to feel about taekwondo. Will he walk away from...

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Night night, sweet screams  by Andres Miedoso

Night night, sweet screams

Andres Miedoso

"Desmond and Andres battle Andres's nightmares come to life in the twenty-fourth haunted adventure in the Desmond Cole Ghost Patrol series! Here's the thing about nightmares: at the end of the night, they're all made up. All you need to do is open your eyes,...

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Grandpa's great escape  by David Walliams

Grandpa's great escape

David Walliams

"In his old age, Grandpa has become confused. He believes he is back in World War II, when he was an RAF Spitfire pilot. Only one person can understand him: his grandson, Jack. When Grandpa is sent to Twilight Towers - an old folk's home run by sinister Matron...

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Danny and the dinosaur  by Syd Hoff

Danny and the dinosaur

Syd Hoff

"Danny spends an entire day with his newly-found friend - a dinosaur... Danny loves dinosaurs! When he sees one at the museum and says, 'It would be nice to play with a dinosaur,' a voice answers, 'And I think it would be nice to play with you.' So begins...

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Golden ghost  by Terri Farley

Golden ghost

Terri Farley

"Sam Forster grew up hearing spooky stories about the old mining town of Nugget, which is now long vacated and rumored to be haunted. Nugget isn't usually accessible to the public, but Sam and her best friend Jen are given special permission to visit when they...

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The ABC book of rockets, planets and outer space  by Helen Martin

The ABC book of rockets, planets and outer space

Helen Martin

Picture book

" 5, 4, 3, 2, 1 ... Lift-off! Vroooom! Rockets and astronauts! Sun, Moon and stars! Discover the wonders of outer space with this bright, engaging picture book. The perfect introduction to the world of space and space travel."--Provided by publisher.

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Pokémon adventures. 12 Gold & Silver. by Kusaka Hidenori

Pokémon adventures. 12 Gold & Silver.

Kusaka Hidenori

Graphic novel

"The three Legendary Pokemon Suicune, Raikou, and Entei are each searching for a worthy Trainer. Will they be able to find someone powerful enough to fight by their side? Meanwhile, Crystal and Yellow have teamed up to find a mysterious flying Pokemon. Watch...

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Patrick and George  by Jessica Urlichs

Patrick and George

Jessica Urlichs

Picture book

Patrick & George are off on another adventure, but this time it's to find where love grows. George welcomes younger siblings and, although he loves being a big brother, he wonders if his mother loves him as much as she used to. She is much busier than before...

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D.J. Rosenblum becomes the G.O.A.T.*  by Abby White

D.J. Rosenblum becomes the G.O.A.T.*

Abby White

"It's the beginning of the school year - and Briar's newest resident, D.J. Rosenblum, is not here for it. Ever since her cousin Rachel died, D.J.'s family has been a mess: Her aunt and uncle are catatonic. Her mom is even more scatterbrained than usual. She...

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Miraculous. Summer special

Miraculous. Summer special

Graphic novel

"Beat the heat--and some akumatized villains--with France's most adorkable klutz, Marinette, and her super-alter ego, Ladybug! Marinette and her BFF, Alya, are having a picnic in the park. But suddenly a giant ant Sentimonster ruins all the food and fun! Can...

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The elephant and the piano  by Colette Hiller

The elephant and the piano

Colette Hiller

"In a sanctuary in Thailand lived an elephant called Bonti. Short-tempered and destructive, Bonti was alone - the other elephants (and humans) knew to keep their distance. But when a musician came to play the piano for Bonti, something incredible happened......

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The arguers  by Corinna Luyken

The arguers

Corinna Luyken

"A community forgets how to get along until something dramatic happens during an arguing contest"--

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Where's the beach poo?

Where's the beach poo?

"The poos have left their loos on the lookout for sunny new sights and smells around the world. Search for them hiding on sandy beaches as they embark on the holiday of a lifetime!"--Publisher.

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L. Frank Baum's Patchwork Girl of Oz. Volume 1 by Otis Frampton

L. Frank Baum's Patchwork Girl of Oz. Volume 1

Otis Frampton

Graphic novel

"Join Ojo the Unlucky and his newfound friend, Scraps--the exuberant and unpredictable Patchwork Girl--on an epic quest to find the magical ingredients needed to free Ojo''s uncle from a wicked spell. Along the way, they encounter an array of oddball...

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The frog daddy by Andrew Weiner

The frog daddy

Andrew Weiner

Graphic novel

"Andrew is again telling his daughter Estella a good-night story. This time it is about when a wizard turned him into a frog"--Provided by publisher.

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Oddity woods. 1 by Kay Davault

Oddity woods. 1

Kay Davault

Graphic novel

"Kid detective Marietta tries to solve the sudden disappearance of her father in a dark woodland realm inhabited by ghosts and monsters."--Provided by publisher.

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Peppa's new baby sister  by Lauren Holowaty

Peppa's new baby sister

Lauren Holowaty

Picture book

"Peppa and George are very excited to meet their new baby sisters. But when will she arrive, and what name will they choose for her?"--Publisher.

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Sand cakes  by K. (Kallie) George

Sand cakes

K. (Kallie) George

Picture book

"A fun day at the beach leads to all kinds of 'delicious' baked creations -- cakes, pies, buns, rolls, tarts and cream puffs -- but nobody wants to eat our intrepid little 'baker's' sandy sweets! Even though every morsel has been ingeniously crafted with love...

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The Rema chronicles. Book two, Kingdom of water by Amy Kim Kibuishi

The Rema chronicles. Book two, Kingdom of water

Amy Kim Kibuishi

Graphic novel

"Even though Rema's portals no longer work for Tabby, she hasn't given up on finding a way back to her world. Her father's last words urge her to search for a lost geist prince, but the escalating hunt for geists means that Philip and the others are in more...

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All the Hulk feels by Dan Santat

All the Hulk feels

Dan Santat

Graphic novel

"Me, Hulk, only feel mad. Hulk wish can feel other feel. Bruce feel all feel. Bruce lucky. When scientist Bruce Banner starts to feel his emotions getting out of hand, he transforms into his alter ego, the Incredible Hulk! Usually, Hulk is ready to use his...

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The Batman & Scooby-Doo! mysteries. Vol. 6 by Matthew Cody

The Batman & Scooby-Doo! mysteries. Vol. 6

Matthew Cody

Graphic novel

"Batman may be the World's Greatest Detective, but even he can use some help sometimes! Enter Mystery Inc., the groovy teenage mystery-solving team complete with their iconic green van and trusty dog, Scooby-Doo! Together, Batman and the gang tackle some of...

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Bumble & Snug and the worried dragons by Mark (Comic writer) Bradley

Bumble & Snug and the worried dragons

Mark (Comic writer) Bradley

Graphic novel

"When Bumble and Snug accidentally bring home some dragon eggs, they have to teach the little dragons how to be dragons - with the help of books, costumes, sweets and treasure, of course! But the little dragons' parents are very worried about them and Bumble...

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Gina Kaminski rescues the giant  by Craig Barr-Green

Gina Kaminski rescues the giant

Craig Barr-Green

Picture book

"Meet Gina Kaminski. She's here to tell you three facts. 1. The story of Jack and the Beanstalk is FULL of BIG mistakes. 2. She has a plan to fix them. 3. Her plan does NOT involve magic beans (but there will be cake). Gina is off to fairy tale land again, and...

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Oasis by 1983- author Guojing

Oasis

1983- author Guojing

Graphic novel

"JieJie and her little brother DiDi are living on their own in a barren desert while their mother works tirelessly to earn their admission into Oasis City. Their days are filled with weathering sandstorms and scavenging for water, but everything changes when...

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A taste of home  by Maryam (Children's author) Hassan

A taste of home

Maryam (Children's author) Hassan

Picture book

"Tariq loves food, from delicious dinners with his big family to scrumptious surprises in his lunchbox at school. But when he's asked to bring in a special dish for his class picnic, Tariq begins to worry about how he'll choose just one tasty favourite! As his...

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The great white man-eating shark  by Margaret Mahy

The great white man-eating shark

Margaret Mahy

Picture book

Welcome to Caramel Cove. The beach is amazing. The ocean is even better. Norvin loves to swim and shoot through the water like a silver arrow. He doesn't like sharing his beloved swimming spot with others. But with a little bit of planning, and a homemade...

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Brave bears don't get scared  by Suzy Senior

Brave bears don't get scared

Suzy Senior

Picture book

"Surely NOTHING can spook brave bears, fierce dragons or tough scorpions? Well, you'd be surprised...! Fierce or tough -- we ALL get scared -- however big or small, but how we face our fears can be the BRAVEST thing of all!"--Provided by publisher.

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Marvin the marvelous shark  by Elena Feldman

Marvin the marvelous shark

Elena Feldman

Picture book

"Join Marvin, the vegetarian shark, on a heartwarming journey of friendship in this charming rhyming storybook! It challenges stereotypes and celebrates kindness."--Publisher.

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Our wondrous planet  by Amandine Thomas

Our wondrous planet

Amandine Thomas

"Are you ready to go on an adventure through some of Australia's most beautiful landscapes? With each turn of the page, keep your eyes open for creatures big and small - you never know what might be hidden behind a leaf or beside a rock. Discover the marvels...

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RJ and the ticking clock  by Ian (High school teacher) Duncan

RJ and the ticking clock

Ian (High school teacher) Duncan

"RJ is panicking! His teacher has given the class only 30 minutes to finish their Father's Day cards. RJ has done the math - he loves math! -- and he knows he's not going to have enough time to make two perfect cards for his two perfect dads. And the more he...

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The mixed-up owl  by Marzena Sowa

The mixed-up owl

Marzena Sowa

"Owl wants to answer a question that's making him feel mixed up: why can't he fall asleep at night when all of the other animals in the forest are sleeping? Setting out on a quest to learn, Owl asks the squirrels, the rabbits, and even a bear! Alas, all the...

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Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. Vol. 2 Turtle power pack.

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. Vol. 2 Turtle power pack.

Graphic novel

"First, from TMNT: Adventures, the Turtles' biggest enemy is back in 'Return of the Shredder!' But with a gang of criminals dressed like them committing crimes at the same time, the boys will have a lot on their plates besides pizza! Then, introduce yourselves...

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The lost words  by Kimberley Ngareta Kearney

The lost words

Kimberley Ngareta Kearney

Picture book

Weaving a beautiful narrative of heritage, culture and the enduring strength of family bonds, The Lost Words is a daughter's account of her mother's journey through the rich tapestry of te reo Maori. My Mum is collecting words. You see, a long time ago, lots...

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Can you spot? with The very hungry caterpillar

Can you spot? with The very hungry caterpillar

"There's so much to spot in the city, on the farm, at the beach and more! But can you find The Very Hungry Caterpillar hiding on every page? This search-and-find activity book is packed with animals, toys and delicious foods to spot."--Publisher.

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It could be even worse  by Einat Tsarfati

It could be even worse

Einat Tsarfati

"lbertini and George (and the speckled egg Albertini just found) are flying over a lush green rainforest when--Watch your driving, George!--the odd pair crash down into the canopy, Albertini clutching the egg. Then, of course, it begins to rain. As they...

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The great dawn choir  by Sarah Speedie

The great dawn choir

Sarah Speedie

Picture book

"The great dawn choir celebrates the dawn chorus and the beautiful native Australian birds that take part in it each morning. Discover the chorus members, and find out what inspires them to sing and call with such passion as the sun rises on a new...

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If I had a dragon  by Gabby Dawnay

If I had a dragon

Gabby Dawnay

Picture book

"Imagine what it would be like to have a dragon as a pet. Join our funny female protagonist on her latest flight of fancy, but watch out for that burning bad breath! Dragons are mighty mythical beasts... and perfect pets. Getting to school is a breeze when you...

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Peggy goes gardening  by Tonka Uzu

Peggy goes gardening

Tonka Uzu

Picture book

"Peggy loves learning all about the world around her. Today she's going gardening with Mom. What will they grow?"--Publisher.

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Waiters in elevators  by Dylan Shearsby

Waiters in elevators

Dylan Shearsby

Picture book

"Meet Hanz and Franz. They're waiters in elevators. In the Rigatoni Hotel ... Hanz and Franz are the world's most diligent waiters and they think of the Rigatoni Hotel's loyal guests as friends, and their fellow workers as family. But when no one says please,...

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Minna's masks  by Louise Gooding

Minna's masks

Louise Gooding

Picture book

"Meet Minna. When Minna needs to feel brave, she wears a mask, when she meets new people, she wears a mask. On Minna's first day at a new school, she realises she's left her masks at home and starts to feel very nervous indeed. Things are too loud and too...

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Libby's footy adventures  by Libby Birch

Libby's footy adventures

Libby Birch

Picture book

"It's Footy Colours Day at school, and there are some very special AFLW guests on the way for a training session! But Libby's a beginner, and there's so much to learn - how to bounce, kick and handball. Lucky she's got her friends, and the courage to try...

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A Jedi you will be  by Preeti Chhibber

A Jedi you will be

Preeti Chhibber

Picture book

"Learn how to use the Force in this picture book narrated by everybody's favorite Jedi Master, Yoda!"--Provided by publisher.

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Where the river runs free  by Vikki Conley

Where the river runs free

Vikki Conley

Picture book

"Wibble-wobble over the rumble-tumble stones and past peek-a-boo trees to where the rainbows sing. You never know who's flip-flap-floating your way! From the author of the CBCA award-winning book Where the Lyrebird Lives comes this family adventure celebrating...

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Scotty and the Scotties  by Gabriel Evans

Scotty and the Scotties

Gabriel Evans

Picture book

"In Scotty's family, a scottie is a scottie, no matter what you look like. But when everyone looks the same, acts the same, and does all the same things, can you ever truly be your own scottie, too?"--Publisher.

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Giraffe is too tall for this book  by DK Ryland

Giraffe is too tall for this book

DK Ryland

Picture book

"Furry, feathered, and scaled -- all our animal friends are ready to read. But there's just one big problem: Giraffe is too tall! Or, maybe, the book is too short. Come along for a special story time featuring six friendly animals and one puzzling predicament....

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Warriors. Tigerstar & Sasha by Dan Jolley

Warriors. Tigerstar & Sasha

Dan Jolley

Graphic novel

"When Sasha is forced to leave her kittypet home, she must forge a solitary new life in the forest. Then she meets Tigerstar, leader of the ShadowClan, and wonders whether she would be btter off joining the ranks of his forest Clan. But Tigerstar has many...

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AI for beginners  by Rose Hall

AI for beginners

Rose Hall

"AI For Beginners answers all the questions - where answers exist - and raises debating points at every turn about what it all means. Should we be asking machines to do creative tasks, such as writing and illustrating books? Do we need to worry if intelligent...

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My neighbor Totoro  by Aiko Urakami

My neighbor Totoro

Aiko Urakami

"Studio Ghibli's movies feature enticing food that has been animated in gorgeous detail. With My Neighbor Totoro: The Official Cookbook, fans are invited to re-create these delicious recipes in their own homes! Featuring step-by-step instructions and...

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Bonnie Bailey and the Faire of Worlds  by Ellie Kirk

Bonnie Bailey and the Faire of Worlds

Ellie Kirk

"A determined thirteen-year-old bee charmer enters a fantastical, world-traveling Faire as she fights to save her family's home."--

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Maya pyramid mystery  by Rebecca Baines

Maya pyramid mystery

Rebecca Baines

"Have you ever wished you could step inside a story and change its outcome? Now you can! This adventure gives you the power to make good choices for the characters and alter how the story plays out. Cami is heading off on the trip of a lifetime - she's joining...

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Birthday party palooza  by Rebecca Baines

Birthday party palooza

Rebecca Baines

"Twins Tami and Sam want to organize the ultimate best-ever birthday palooza. But it turns out Tami and Sam have very different ideas on what makes the perfect party. Can they find a compromise before it's too late? Navigate the paths of collaboration,...

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Animal attacks  by Mari Bolte

Animal attacks

Mari Bolte

"Against the Odds: Animal Attacks is part of the new Against the Odds series, a captivating collection of fiction books inspired by true events. These short stories bring to life some of the world's deadliest animal attacks, and how three young people beat the...

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San Francisco Earthquake 1906  by Krista Surprenant

San Francisco Earthquake 1906

Krista Surprenant

Fifteen-year-old Chen finds himself in the middle of the deadliest earthquake in US history and wonders if he'll ever see his family or beloved Chinatown again, in a fictional story inspired by true events.

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Jackson's wilder adventures. 2, Dentistry & dreams by Sarah (Comic book artist) Davidson

Jackson's wilder adventures. 2, Dentistry & dreams

Sarah (Comic book artist) Davidson

Graphic novel

"Jackson Wilder is having a rough time. It's bad enough that he and his dad had to move to a new apartment and leave their old home behind, but Jackson also gets his first loose tooth -- he doesn't want his teeth to fall out! That sounds super scary! With the...

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We gather at a Sikh gurdwara  by Jasneet Kaur

We gather at a Sikh gurdwara

Jasneet Kaur

"People who practice the Sikh religion worship in a gurdwara. The word means 'door to the Guru'. The Gurus were important religious leaders. Anyone can come inside a gurdwara, regardless of their religion. Sikhs believe that everyone is equal. An activity is...

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Vaisakhi  by Anita Ganeri

Vaisakhi

Anita Ganeri

"Vaisakhi is a spring harvest festival and the Sikh new year. On this important holiday, Sikhs celebrate the founding of their community, the Khalsa, by Guru Gobind Singh. Wearing their most colorful clothes, they listen to holy readings and welcome new people...

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Mazes for winter holidays  by Inna Anikeeva

Mazes for winter holidays

Inna Anikeeva

"Explore all there is to experience in the winter with Mazes for Winter Holidays! Each activity features a different winter theme to explore and new challenges to solve. Young fans of mazes can try to find their way through a variety of scenes filled with...

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Most haunted houses  by Yvette Fielding

Most haunted houses

Yvette Fielding

Discover the spooky histories of real-life places in this chilling non-fiction series Paranormal investigator Yvette Fielding has been uncovering the ghostly pasts of places for over 20 years. Join her as she brings to life the hauntings and chilling histories...

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Superhero plants  by Chris Packham

Superhero plants

Chris Packham

"What links seaweed, forests and oranges? They are all superhero plants! Explore the amazing plants that will help us save the world. Discover some incredible plants and the amazing jobs they do - from supporting wildlife and providing food, materials for...

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Pete the Cat rocks on!  by Kim Dean

Pete the Cat rocks on!

Kim Dean

Picture book

"Pete the Cat can't wait to rock out at the Alley Cats concert! But when the band never comes onstage, it's up to Pete to find them. Will Pete have the right instruments to help the Alley Cats save the show?"--

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Beyblade X. 2 by Homura Kawamoto

Beyblade X. 2

Homura Kawamoto

Graphic novel

"Robin Kazami and former top professional blader Blader X, along with overwhelmingly popular and skilled Multi Nana-iro, join forces to create the group Persona. Their very first opponent at The X tower is the incredibly strong Team Zooganic, led by the...

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Clara the triumphant rhinoceros  by Jane Kurtz

Clara the triumphant rhinoceros

Jane Kurtz

"Clara the rhinoceros was born in India in 1738. When she was orphaned as a baby, a kind Dutch merchant took her in. But, as Clara grew bigger and bigger, it was clear she needed a new home. A visiting sea captain had an idea: If he brought Clara to Europe,...

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Stay hydrated! by author Kotopopi

Stay hydrated!

author Kotopopi

Graphic novel

"Beverly doesn't have a green thumb but she loves plants. So here comes Eric, a Polaskia chichipe, her first succulent friend. Immediately followed by Sally the Echeveria and Dickens the Lady Finger cactus. As more and more colorful companions join the...

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I love you more than... a baboon's bum  by Candy Bee

I love you more than... a baboon's bum

Candy Bee

Picture book

"Stuffed full of all sorts of animal bums and celebrating love in all it's wonderful shapes and sizes, this hilarious new picture book is sure to have little ones, and big ones, laughing with pure glee"--Publisher.

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We're going on a dino hunt!  by Yasmin Bond

We're going on a dino hunt!

Yasmin Bond

Picture book

"Based on the American camp fire classic, 'We're Going on a Bear Hunt', join this roar-some adventure as three intrepid explorers go on a hunt to find a real dinosaur. With a hiding dinosaur picture to spot throughout, help the three children as they encounter...

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Band camp! 3, In the spotlight by Brian (Comic book writer) Smith

Band camp! 3, In the spotlight

Brian (Comic book writer) Smith

Graphic novel

"When Trey freezes up with all eyes on him during charades, he knows there's no way he can perform at the camp talent show, especially when he can't even think of a talent worth sharing. But when the Metal Bunk signs him up without his knowledge, it's up to...

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Biology for kids  by Anna Claybourne

Biology for kids

Anna Claybourne

"This book introduces children to biology through interactive mind maps. From insects to evolution, kids can jump between related topics, discovering the interconnected nature of the living world. Mind maps link topics across pages, with big concepts distilled...

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Cigars of the pharaoh by 1907-1983 Hergé

Cigars of the pharaoh

1907-1983 Hergé

Graphic novel

"While on vacation, Tintin meets eccentric Egyptologist, Dr. Sarcophagus, who leads him to the undiscovered tomb of the Pharaoh Kih-Oskh. Suddenly Tintin's new friend disappears, and while searching for him in the tomb, Tintin finds strange cigars bearing the...

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Obelix and Co. by 1926-1977 Goscinny

Obelix and Co.

1926-1977 Goscinny

Graphic novel

"Watch out! Julius Caesar has devised his most cunning attack yet on the indomitable Gauls. He has sent Caius Preposterus, a graduate of the Latin School of Economics, to corrupt them by introducing big business into their little town. But will wealth and...

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Cornelius  by Leo Lionni

Cornelius

Leo Lionni

Picture book

Unlike other crocodiles, Cornelius walks upright, sees things, and does tricks no other crocodile can. His friends aren't impressed--or are they? Endearingly captures the spirit of the seeker, the thinker, and those who are born to be different. Lionni's...

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The mansions of the gods by 1926-1977 Goscinny

The mansions of the gods

1926-1977 Goscinny

Graphic novel

"They want to pave paradise and put up a housing development. That's why a multinational team of slave construction workers are clearing the forest just outside the Gaulish town. Will the Gauls be fast enough to stop them and prevent Roman upstarts from moving...

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Ghoulia and the mysterious visitor  by Barbara Cantini

Ghoulia and the mysterious visitor

Barbara Cantini

"Ghoulia is a typical little girl . . . who happens to be a zombie. She lives in Crumbling Manor with her Auntie Departed and albino greyhound named Tragedy. One dark and stormy night, Ghoulia's cousin Dilbert comes to visit her at Crumbling Manor. She's...

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Ghoulia  by Barbara Cantini

Ghoulia

Barbara Cantini

"Ghoulia is a typical little girl . . . who happens to be a zombie. She lives in Crumbling Manor with her Auntie Departed and albino greyhound named Tragedy. In search of a real friend, Ghoulia tries to venture past the manor's walls, but she can't hide her...

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My big fat smelly poo diary. Plop of the class! by James Smith

My big fat smelly poo diary. Plop of the class!

James Smith

Graphic novel

"Join best friends Pedro, Olga and Ozzy - otherwise known as the Poopies - on a series of fun adventure stories... this time, join Pedro as he is proudly chosen as the Early Years Ambassador at school, but soon realises how annoying little kids can be. If that...

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Hulk teach by Jeffrey Brown

Hulk teach

Jeffrey Brown

Graphic novel

"Bruce Banner, AKA the Hulk, is a genius scientist and super hero whose rage-outs have led him to damage way too much public property. After his latest meltdown, Tony Stark arranges a PR move to smooth things over. Hulk will perform community service--by...

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The adventures of Super Diaper Baby by Dav Pilkey

The adventures of Super Diaper Baby

Dav Pilkey

Graphic novel

"Super Diaper Baby is an actual baby called Billy who gains special superpowers along with his trusty companion, Diaper Dog. Our dynamic superhero's archenemy, Deputy Dangerous, wants to steal his powers and take over the planet. Will the diaper-wearing dynamo...

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The boy who could fly  by Carly Anne West

The boy who could fly

Carly Anne West

"Gus finds himself on the brink of peril, with the Broken Boy's icy grip tightening around his throat. But just when hope seems lost, his black cat, Cat (named after Catherine the Great, of course) intervenes, breaking the lethal hold and saving Gus from...

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Run  by Sarah Armstrong

Run

Sarah Armstrong

"Twelve-year-old called Cas runs away to avoid a reunion with his estranged father. Cas soon finds himself lost in the wilderness, completely alone and without help. Or is he? Cas thought running away from home would solve all his problems. But he didn't count...

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The library of curiosities  by Jenny Lundquist

The library of curiosities

Jenny Lundquist

"After being sent to live with her estranged grandfather, eleven-year-old Rowan Fitzgerald discovers his magical library, where she must clear her name, outwit a vengeful enemy, and uncover a long-lost artifact that holds the key to her family's mysterious...

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Team Unihorn and Woolly. 3, Dawn of the dino tooth fairies by Alexis Frederick-Frost

Team Unihorn and Woolly. 3, Dawn of the dino tooth fairies

Alexis Frederick-Frost

Graphic novel

"Team Unihorn (and Woolly) is excited to enter Burlap Beach's sandcastle competition, the perfect activity after saving their home not once but twice. As the crew gets to work, Woolly discovers a tooth-shaped rock that Raina is sure is a real tooth. To settle...

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Schoolbot 9000 by Sam (Comics creator) Hepburn

Schoolbot 9000

Sam (Comics creator) Hepburn

Graphic novel

"When the school district replaces his beloved teachers with glitchy Schoolbots, eleven-year-old James teams up with an unlikely ally to stop his middle school from turning into a cold, test-driven nightmare."--Provided by publisher.

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Supersized Squirrel and the attack of the zombears by Luke Séguin Magee

Supersized Squirrel and the attack of the zombears

Luke Séguin Magee

Graphic novel

"Once upon a time, happy creatures roamed a peaceful patch of forest in the wilderness. They climbed trees, gathered nuts, and made cute squeaky sounds. Then KABLAM! A radioactive meteor fell from the sky and Crater's Edge, an unusual community of mutant...

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Wagnificent. 2, a new dog in the den by Bethanie Deeney Murguia

Wagnificent. 2, a new dog in the den

Bethanie Deeney Murguia

Graphic novel

"Thunder loves her life by Sage's side--together, they make the paw-fect pack! But when Sage invites a foster dog named Byron into their den, suddenly things get a lot more complicated. Byron doesn't seem to know the pack rules--he's sleeping in Thunder's bed,...

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Best of my little pony. Volume four, Pinkie Pie

Best of my little pony. Volume four, Pinkie Pie

Graphic novel

"Everyone's favorite free-spirited pony has arrived! From the Sugar Cube Corner bakery to Canterlot, revisit the songs and crafting chaos that make Pinkie Pie the silliest pony around!"--

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The farm sleepover  by Sally Rippin

The farm sleepover

Sally Rippin

"In The Farm Sleepover, Billie is spending the night at her friend Sara's farm! She braves a long drive, strange goats, and even a huge horse. But is she brave enough to admit she still sleeps with her teddy bear?"--Provided by publisher.

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Together, a forest  by Roz MacLean

Together, a forest

Roz MacLean

"Joy and her peers are eager to visit a nearby forest for a class trip. But Joy's excitement quickly turns into anxiety when she is asked to choose one thing in the area for a school assignment. Seeing her classmates connecting with the natural environment,...

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The book swap flop  by Sally Rippin

The book swap flop

Sally Rippin

"In The Book Swap Flop, Billie's school is holding a book swap to raise money for kids in hospital. Everyone brings a book and a gold coin. Billie donates her best book, but is upset to discover it is not going to the kids -- only the money is. How can Billie...

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A dog to keep  by Sally Rippin

A dog to keep

Sally Rippin

"In A Dog to Keep, Billie meets an adorable foster dog called Otto. Everyone in the neighbourhood loves him, but no-one can adopt him. Can Billie find Otto his forever home?"--Provided by publisher.

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Elizabeth, queen of the seas  by Lynne Cox

Elizabeth, queen of the seas

Lynne Cox

This heartwarming tale -- now available in paperback -- is based on the real-life story of an elephant seal who kept swimming back to her home in the middle of a busy road in New Zealand, no matter how far she was taken out to sea. World-renowned swimmer and...

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Mother of the nation  by David Hill

Mother of the nation

David Hill

The true story of one of Aotearoa New Zealand's most exceptional leaders and a courageous wahine toa, who united thousands of Maori and Pakeha to address injustices, and whose mana and determination continue to inspire us today. " David Hill's stories are...

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