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The sea of adventure  by Enid Blyton

The sea of adventure

Enid Blyton

Recovering from measles on a remote Scottish island, the children are left to fend for themselves when their host disappears. Soon they're on the trail of a ruthless enemy through the wildest and most desolate places.

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The tale of Timmy Tiptoes  by Beatrix Potter

The tale of Timmy Tiptoes

Beatrix Potter

"An innocent squirrel accused of stealing nuts is forced down a hole in a tree, where he meets a friendly chipmunk."--Provided by publisher.

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Epic explorer  by Kate Gordon

Epic explorer

Kate Gordon

"Nothing could stop Juno helping her secret ninja friend, Futoshi, defeat the Alien Lizard Men before they take over the world-except a book-themed school camp of course! It wasn't so great that Bella and her wannabe-pop-star clones were going too, but even...

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A vanishing of griffins  by S. A. Patrick

A vanishing of griffins

S. A. Patrick

"Patch Brightwater and his friends Wren and Barver are no strangers to danger. They take peril in their stride, facing monster-puppies and pirate kings, toxic baby dragons and freezing griffin flights. But the evil Piper of Hamelyn is the deadliest of foes and...

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A darkness of dragons  by S. A. Patrick

A darkness of dragons

S. A. Patrick

"After playing a forbidden spell-song to save a village from rats, 12-year-old piper Patch Brightwater is thrown in jail. But there he meets Wren, a noble girl under a rat-shaped curse, and together they befriend Barver, a fearsome dracogriff, and set off on a...

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Brightest wild  by Tania Crampton-Larking

Brightest wild

Tania Crampton-Larking

"A gently lyrical story about discovering Country and the importance of family, friendship and the magic of the bush, from an emerging Indigenous talent and winner of a black&write! Fellowship. When eleven-year-old Alex moves to Adelaide from London after her...

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The impossible fortress  by J. J. Arcanjo

The impossible fortress

J. J. Arcanjo

"It's Gabriel's fourth year at Crookhaven School for Thieves, and it's the most challenging one yet. Along with mastering a new class - Lay of the Land - Upper Delinquents are supposed to start thinking about life after Crookhaven. Their schoolwork is...

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Sleepytime stories  by Enid Blyton

Sleepytime stories

Enid Blyton

"From dreamy parties with toys to night-time dances with fairy folk, tuck into bed with this collection of short stories from the world's best-loved storyteller, Enid Blyton. Discover the midnight magic! These traditional tales are ideal for younger children...

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Mufasa the Lion King  by Charles Orgbon

Mufasa the Lion King

Charles Orgbon

"Told in flashbacks, "Mufasa: The Lion King" reveals the rise of one of the greatest kings of the Pride Lands as Rafiki, Timon and Pumbaa share the story of Mufasa with a young lion cub"--Provided by publisher.

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Cinderella and the beast (or, Beauty and the glass slipper)  by Kim Bussing

Cinderella and the beast (or, Beauty and the glass slipper)

Kim Bussing

"When Cinderella finds herself in the Beast's castle and Beauty finds herself in an evil stepmother's home, both princesses must find their ways back to the right story"--

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The hunt for the cursed unicorn  by Alex Bell

The hunt for the cursed unicorn

Alex Bell

"Bess can't wait to see her friends aboard the Train of Dark Wonders and embark on another adventure together. But she also has her duties as owner of the Odditorium to think about. The most urgent of these is to find a new guard animal for the secret tunnels...

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A brush with magic  by Flora Ahn

A brush with magic

Flora Ahn

"During her first trip to Korea, twelve-year-old Yumi discovers a magical ink brush in her grandfather's attic which inadvertently summons a dokkaebi, a creature from Korean fairy tales, and embarks on an adventure through Seoul while navigating newfound...

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The haunting of Fortune Farm  by Sophie Kirtley

The haunting of Fortune Farm

Sophie Kirtley

"Twelve-year-old Edie and her younger brother, Pip, are spending half-term at Fortune Farm, high in the Irish mountains, with their grandmother Lolly. They haven't visited Fortune Farm for years and Edie has been dreading it for months. When Edie uncovers a...

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One of a kind  by Vicky Fang

One of a kind

Vicky Fang

"First grader Ava Lin wants to fill her kindness bucket and earn tickets so she can get the narwhal eraser, but she learns that doing nice things to get tickets may not be the same as being kind."--Provided by publisher.

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Olga moves house  by Michael Bond

Olga moves house

Michael Bond

"Olga is delighted when the Sawdust family move her inside their house for the winter. She has her own box in the corner of the dining room where she spends her days watching the comings and goings in the house. But when she decides to do a spot of decorating,...

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Kensuke's kingdom  by Michael Morpurgo

Kensuke's kingdom

Michael Morpurgo

"I disappeared on the night before my twelfth birthday. Washed up on an island in the Pacific, Michael struggles to survive on his own. With no food and no water, he curls up to die. When he wakes, there is a plate beside him of fish, of fruit, and a bowl of...

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The fairy caravan  by Beatrix Potter

The fairy caravan

Beatrix Potter

"Tuppenny the guinea pig sets out from home determined to start a new life. Soon he comes across a miniature travelling circus where he meets Sandy the Highland Terrier, Jenny Ferret, Paddy Pig and Pony Billy who welcome him into their company. Tuppenny and...

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Alien invaders from beyond the stars  by George Ivanoff

Alien invaders from beyond the stars

George Ivanoff

You see strange lights in the night sky. It's a flying saucer, just like in the movies. Inside are lizard aliens - disguised as humans. They have come to invade planet Earth! You want to resist, but your actions may lead to the destruction of humankind... Do...

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The Swiss family Robinson  by Johann David Wyss

The Swiss family Robinson

Johann David Wyss

"Following a wild and raging storm, the Swiss family Robinson are stranded at sea. But the thundering waves have swept them off to a tropical island, where a new life awaits them. Their ship is laden with supplies and the island is packed with treasures, so...

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Tales through the cat door  by Belinda O'Keefe

Tales through the cat door

Belinda O'Keefe

"Everyone's favourite pampered pedigree secret agent returns with yet another wild case to solve. This time, Enzo's got much more than he bargained for with a new addition to his household: a tiny, smug kitten called Pawsha. Not only has she replaced him in...

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The mystery of locked rooms  by Lindsay Currie

The mystery of locked rooms

Lindsay Currie

"Twelve-year-old Sarah Greene wants nothing more from her seventh-grade year than to beat the hardest escape room left in her town with her best friends, West, and Hannah. But when a foreclosure notice shows up on Sarah's front door, everything changes. Since...

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Alex Neptune, dragon champion  by David (Creative writing professor) Owen

Alex Neptune, dragon champion

David (Creative writing professor) ...

"Brineblood the pirate is back on the high seas with a dastardly plan - he's going to steal every drop of sea magic and use it to raise an all-powerful monster from the bottom of the ocean. If Alex, Zoey and Anil can't stop him, the monster could flood the...

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Lucky the dog  by Michael Morpurgo

Lucky the dog

Michael Morpurgo

"Find out how Elvis the donkey helps a trapped sea turtle, meet all the extraordinary animals of Wick Court through J's letters and watch as a special friendship turns Lucky into the very best sheepdog. Full of friendship and adventure, these three uplifting...

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Talent show magic  by Adeola Sokunbi

Talent show magic

Adeola Sokunbi

"Destiny is so excited when her gran gives her a magic set! She loves trying new things and performing in front of her family. Gran suggests Destiny takes part in the community talent show. Destiny can't wait! But when Destiny goes to the rehearsal, the stage...

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It's now or nether!  by Caleb Zane Huett

It's now or nether!

Caleb Zane Huett

"Eek journeys into the nether alone, and Ash has to go after him. Piglins and hoglins at every turn make survival seem unlikely! Meanwhile, Po, Harper, and their fellow students at Ironsword Academy get into deep trouble with Principal Ferris when they wage a...

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Tales of wizards and dragons  by Terry Pratchett

Tales of wizards and dragons

Terry Pratchett

"Three fantastical and funny tales of mischief, monsters and magic! Meet the most boring knight in the whole kingdom! Find out how to defeat an invasion of dragons! Witness a magical wizarding feud!"--Provided by publisher.

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Grunthar's revenge  by Bruce Hale

Grunthar's revenge

Bruce Hale

"With their trip to Kroon behind them, Mateo, Tina, Booker, and Jennica are back on Earth, Elvis the dog is no longer missing, and all is safe and sound...right? Wrong! Hot on their tails are Grunthar and his motley alien crew. NoWay and Clorox have made their...

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Ice age  by Andy Day

Ice age

Andy Day

"Me and my dad have loads of amazing adventures in Dinotropolis - an incredible island, full of dinosaurs who live just like us humans do. And when we go there using our special magic Ammonite shell, we turn into dinosaurs too! I can't wait to tell you all...

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Sky battles  by Kieran Larwood

Sky battles

Kieran Larwood

"It's time to fight or take flight! Kit can hardly believe he's now a professional Dungeon Runner. With his teammates Sandy and Thorn, they set off to a city in the clouds to compete. But with new dangers at every turn, Kit and his friends will need their wits...

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Mirabelle in Witch City  by Harriet Muncaster

Mirabelle in Witch City

Harriet Muncaster

"Mirabelle is special because she is different. Her mum is a witch and her dad is a fairy and she LOVES getting up to magical mischief. In the hustle and bustle of Witch City, Mirabelle and best friend Carlotta get separated from their school group. What are...

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The worst birthday ever  by Joanna Nadin

The worst birthday ever

Joanna Nadin

"Soon-to-be eight-year-old Daffodil likes the dictionary, the middle bit in custard cream biscuits, and thinking big. She does not like her cousin Hugo Patterson-Dent, who has ten more gold stars than she does; the biscuit bit of custard creams (but that's OK...

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A boy called Christmas  by Matt Haig

A boy called Christmas

Matt Haig

"You are about to read the true story of Father Christmas. If you believe that some things are impossible, you should put this book down right away. (Because this book is full of impossible things.) Are you still reading? Good. Then let us begin..."--Provided...

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Now  by Morris Gleitzman

Now

Morris Gleitzman

"The third book about Felix. Felix is a grandfather. He has achieved much in his life and is widely admired in the community. He has mostly buried the painful memories of his childhood, but they resurface when his granddaughter Zelda comes to stay with him....

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Chinese Cinderella and the Secret Dragon Society  by Adeline Yen Mah

Chinese Cinderella and the Secret Dragon Society

Adeline Yen Mah

"After her father and stepmother throw her out of their house in Shanghai, China, twelve-year-old Ye Xian is taken in by a martial arts group, the Dragon Society of Wandering Knights, and joins them and her aunt in a mission to help the Americans fight the...

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The tale of Peter Rabbit  by Beatrix Potter

The tale of Peter Rabbit

Beatrix Potter

"Peter disobeys his mother by going into Mr. McGregor's garden and almost gets caught."--Provided by publisher.

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The tale of Jemima Puddle-Duck  by Beatrix Potter

The tale of Jemima Puddle-Duck

Beatrix Potter

"Unsuspecting Jemima Puddle-Duck foolishly allows the cunning Fox to help her find a "safe" nest. Kep, the barnyard collie, and her pups rescue Jemima Puddle-Duck from the fox's cooking pot."--Provided by publisher.

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The tale of the Flopsy Bunnies  by Beatrix Potter

The tale of the Flopsy Bunnies

Beatrix Potter

"Benjamin Bunny is now married to his cousin Flopsy, and their six little bunnies get into all manner of mischief."--Provided by publisher.

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Six summers of Tash and Leopold  by Danielle Binks

Six summers of Tash and Leopold

Danielle Binks

"Alytash and Leopold - Tash and Leo - are neighbours who used to be best friends, but aren't anymore, for reasons that Leo doesn't entirely understand. But now it's the last week of Year Six and Tash is standing in Leo's front yard with a misdelivered letter -...

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Mr. Putter & Tabby make a wish  by Cynthia Rylant

Mr. Putter & Tabby make a wish

Cynthia Rylant

"Mr. Putter thinks he is too old to celebrate his birthday, but when he remembers some of his past birthdays, he changes his mind."--Provided by publisher.

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Tigers at twilight  by Mary Pope Osborne

Tigers at twilight

Mary Pope Osborne

"Having used their magic tree house to travel to India, where they must get a gift to help free the dog Teddy from a spell, Jack and Annie have adventures involving a tiger and other endangered jungle animals."--Provided by publisher.

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The elders' quest  by Erin Hunter

The elders' quest

Erin Hunter

"As Leafbare approaches, a new danger threatens the Clans, who must navigate an ominous prophecy that foreshadows the destruction of the Moonpool and the end of the Cats' connection to StarClan."--Provided by publisher.

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Fiendish foes  by Francesca Simon

Fiendish foes

Francesca Simon

"Number One for Fiendish Fun! Join Horrid Henry in another bumper book of mischief. Horrid Henry and his next-door neighbour, Moody Margaret, are sworn enemies - as are the rest of Henry's Purple Hand Gang and Margaret's Secret Club. Here are six of the best...

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Pterosaur trouble  by Damian Harvey

Pterosaur trouble

Damian Harvey

"In Ptersaour Trouble the heroes investigate the theft of some pterosaur eggs which leads them to a shocking discovery ... and some very close encounters with dinosaurs!"--Publisher.

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Two tales of teamwork  by Tracey West

Two tales of teamwork

Tracey West

"Can't get enough Pet Simulator? Explore the delightful world of collecting coins, snatching up rare eggs, and raising the cutest pets around in this totally original chapter book with TWO stories! Join Whiskers the Cat, Ruffles the Dog, and Penny the Unicorn...

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Fire and ice  by Shannon Hale

Fire and ice

Shannon Hale

"Conor, Abeke, Meilin, and Rollan, supported by their spirit animals, follow a lead in the cold North only to arrive in a deceptively beautiful village where everything is not as it seems."--Provided by publisher.

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Tales from a not-so-fabulous life  by Rachel Renée Russell

Tales from a not-so-fabulous life

Rachel Renée Russell

"Fourteen-year-old Nikki Maxwell writes and sketches in her diary about her struggle to be popular at her exclusive new private school, and about giving up on being part of the elite group, before figuring out a way to be herself."--Provided by publisher.

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That always happens sometimes  by Kiley Frank

That always happens sometimes

Kiley Frank

"Max is not exactly a perfect kid. From sunup through his school day and right until bedtime, he's goofy, disorganized, and generally uncontainable -- much to the frustration of those around him. But when a little enthusiasm and creativity are in order, you...

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Pebble without a cause  by Stephanie Campisi

Pebble without a cause

Stephanie Campisi

"A delightful exploration of the power of perspective. Tiny Pebble feels purposeless among his family of rock-star Boulders. No matter how he tries to get involved, he's not the right fit for the job. But when the dam his cousin Dustin is constructing springs...

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Milo the knight  by Grégoire Laforce

Milo the knight

Grégoire Laforce

"The empowering tale of a knight who emotionally sheds the only identity he's ever known to discover his true self" --

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There's a ghost in the garden  by Kyo Maclear

There's a ghost in the garden

Kyo Maclear

"There's a ghost in Grandpa's garden. It leaves tracks by the path where there was once a cool dark stream. It makes mischief by knocking over flowerpots. And sometimes, it leaves behind a gift perfect for a curious boy, in the form of little treasures from...

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Miss Leoparda  by Natalia Shaloshvili

Miss Leoparda

Natalia Shaloshvili

"When the animals on Miss Leoparda's bus route abandon the bus for cars, traffic jams and deforestation ensue, prompting Miss Leoparda to help her community rediscover the importance of nature and togetherness."--Provided by publisher.

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Barnyard buddies  by Cam Higgins

Barnyard buddies

Cam Higgins

Farm puppy Bo feels left out and jealous when his best friend Scrapper comes to visit.

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The great brain  by John Dennis Fitzgerald

The great brain

John Dennis Fitzgerald

"The exploits of the Great Brain of Adenville, Utah are described by his younger brother, frequently the victim of the Great Brain's schemes for gaining prestige or money."--Provided by publisher.

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Ivy + Bean  by Annie Barrows

Ivy + Bean

Annie Barrows

Second-grade best friends Ivy and Bean beg for ballet lessons, then, when they are cast as squids in their first recital, scheme to find a way out of what seems to be boring, hard, and potentially embarrassing.

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Bird and bear  by 1985- author Jarvis

Bird and bear

1985- author Jarvis

Starring best friends Bear and Bird, this delightful collection of stories finds the pair dealing with mix-ups and misunderstandings that result in realizations that strengthen their friendship.

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Sabina and the cats of Rome  by Sophie Masson

Sabina and the cats of Rome

Sophie Masson

"It is a hot afternoon in ancient Rome and Sabina is at a loose end. Everyone in the house is napping, even the family dogs, Major and Minor. Sabina doesn't want to sleep and she's tired of playing with her toys. So she goes out into the garden, venturing into...

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Gargoyles  by Tamsin Mori

Gargoyles

Tamsin Mori

"Callen's Dad has always been secretive of his past but when the family have to move into his childhood home, the last thing Callen expects is a boarded-up mansion covered in gargoyles. It's enormous, the doors are nailed shut, the gardens are overgrown - and...

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Magnolia Wu unfolds it all  by Chanel Miller

Magnolia Wu unfolds it all

Chanel Miller

"A self-proclaimed sock detective inside her parents' New York City laundromat, 10-year-old Magnolia Wu and Iris, a new friend from California, set off across the city to solve the mystery of each missing sock, meeting people and uncovering the unimaginable...

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The mammoth riders  by Ian Billings

The mammoth riders

Ian Billings

"In just a few days, Moss's life has been turned upside-down. He's tamed a mighty T. rex, befriended a warrior princess, and saved the kingdom of Primordia from a rebellion. But his adventure is far from over. A mysterious force is turning the people of noble...

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Breaking into sunlight  by John Cochran

Breaking into sunlight

John Cochran

"Seventh-grader Reese struggles to cope with his dad's opioid addiction but finds solace in two new friends who are also dealing with issues beyond their control."--Provided by publisher.

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Splish splash at the water park  by Fran Manushkin

Splish splash at the water park

Fran Manushkin

"Katie Woo and her friend JoJo are spending the day at an indoor water park, but Katie is a little afraid of the very high Super-Duper Slide, and JoJo has to help her overcome her fear."--Provided by publisher.

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Crunch and munch in the apple orchard  by Fran Manushkin

Crunch and munch in the apple orchard

Fran Manushkin

"Jojo and Katie Woo spend a fall day at an apple orchard and as they compete to pick the most apples, they learn what happens to fallen apples."--Provided by publisher.

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Soldiers and sweets at the ballet  by Fran Manushkin

Soldiers and sweets at the ballet

Fran Manushkin

"Katie Woo and JoJo wear their best dresses when they attend a performance of JoJo's favorite ballet, the Nutcracker."--Provided by publisher.

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Flitter flutter at the butterfly house  by Fran Manushkin

Flitter flutter at the butterfly house

Fran Manushkin

"Katie Woo and JoJo are thrilled to find out that the museum has a new butterfly exhibit where the butterflies flit about, even in the winter."--Provided by publisher.

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The exile's journey  by Erin Hunter

The exile's journey

Erin Hunter

"Without a pack, can one lone dog survive? After leaving the suspicion and mistrust of the Wild Pack behind, Storm is finally free to follow her own path--but she feels more lost than ever. Her only hope of finding a place to belong is to seek out her fellow...

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The bold kitten  by Holly Webb

The bold kitten

Holly Webb

"Hana and her family have recently fled Syria to stay with a boy called Oscar and his family in the UK. Hana is confused and lonely when she first arrives - she doesn't speak much English, and while her host family seem kind, she misses her friends back home....

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Libby and the Egyptian escapade  by Jo Clarke

Libby and the Egyptian escapade

Jo Clarke

"When the traveling school arrives in Egypt, the students soon get caught up in a sequence of strange and dangerous events. Have they truly awakened a mummy's curse, or is somebody trying to scare them away? Libby and her friends must use all their detective...

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The adventures before

The adventures before

"What happened to Tegan before Arc of Infinity, and why does it involve strange sentient lights in the Australia outback? What was the Tenth Doctor doing in a hall of mirrors, right before Planet of the Dead? Answers to all these questions lie in an collection...

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Murder at Wintertide  by Fleur Hitchcock

Murder at Wintertide

Fleur Hitchcock

George's large blended family is coming from all over, even NYC, to celebrate and be together for a lovely festive holiday. But when a body washes up on the beach and the police seem to be barking up the wrong tree, George and Isla know they have to get...

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Quantum Interstellar Sports League  by J. Scott (Jeffrey Scott) Savage

Quantum Interstellar Sports League

J. Scott (Jeffrey Scott) Savage

"Unsure if he can live up to his father's all-star reputation, twelve-year-old Wyatt reluctantly plays quarterback on Earth's football team in an intergalactic sports tournament."--Provided by publisher.

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Maisie vs Antarctica  by Jack Jackman

Maisie vs Antarctica

Jack Jackman

"Maisie thinks her dad is the most boring person in the world. For fun he likes to do origami (but only basic triangles) or jigsaw puzzles of a cloudless sky (yep, every piece is blue). He writes cool-sounding books like How To Wrestle A Crocodile and How To...

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This journal belongs to Goldie  by Stephanie True Peters

This journal belongs to Goldie

Stephanie True Peters

"Goldie Lock is bored during a rainy family trip to the lake, but things take an exciting turn when a family of bears shows up."--Provided by publisher.

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This journal belongs to Indi  by Stephanie True Peters

This journal belongs to Indi

Stephanie True Peters

"Indi, a creative girl with a new stepfamily, takes the blame for her stepsisters' mistake and is swept into a magical adventure when her fairy godmother appears to help her navigate costume-making, family dynamics, and an end-of-year celebration."--Provided...

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This journal belongs to Little Red  by Monica Clark-Robinson

This journal belongs to Little Red

Monica Clark-Robinson

"Little Red is determined to win the Storyland Bake-Off with the help of her Granny G, but her rival Wolfie has other plans, leading to a delicious showdown."--Provided by publisher.

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This journal belongs to Mason E. Pig  by Jose (Media specialist) Cruz

This journal belongs to Mason E. Pig

Jose (Media specialist) Cruz

"When their mother decides it is time he and his brothers moved out on their own, Mason E. Pig tells his journal he is worried because, while he is responsible, his brothers are not, but when things go wrong, he gets a welcome surprise."--Provided by...

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Itty Bitty Kitty. 5  by Maddy Mara

Itty Bitty Kitty. 5

Maddy Mara

"Itty Bitty Kitty LOVES leaves, chin tickles and chicken sandwiches. She HATES being called cute. She is almost a tiger, after all! She may still be a kitten, but Itty Bitty is ready to take on the world. And she knows all the Cat Laws. So it's Itty Bitty's...

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The astronaut diaries  by Samantha Cristoforetti

The astronaut diaries

Samantha Cristoforetti

"Andi Futura, her older brother and their parents are about to become the first family in space... and she's sharing everything she learns while living aboard a space station with you! Discover what life in space is really like in this fascinating read...

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Eloise the flame dragon  by Maddy Mara

Eloise the flame dragon

Maddy Mara

"Three friends, Eloise, Ash, and Maya, have just discovered that they share an amazing gift. They can transform into powerful Fire Dragons when they travel to the Magic Forest. Once there, Eloise learns that she is the mighty Flame Dragon. She must lead Ash...

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Terrifying T. Rex  by Damian Harvey

Terrifying T. Rex

Damian Harvey

"Join our team of Heroes in this fast-paced, dinosaur-themed chapter book as they undertake a daring rescue mission to locate a missing scientist last seen near some Tyrannosaurus rex fossils."--Provided by publisher.

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Alana's cupcake garden  by Coco Simon

Alana's cupcake garden

Coco Simon

"After starting at a new school, Alana struggles to balance new friendships and responsibilities, as she also tries to save her grandmother's beloved flower shop from closing."--Provided by publisher.

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Tales from a not-so-perfect pet sitter  by Rachel Renée Russell

Tales from a not-so-perfect pet sitter

Rachel Renée Russell

"Nikki tries to be a pet sitter, but realizes it's harder work than she thought."--Provided by publisher.

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Fields of home  by Marita Conlon-McKenna

Fields of home

Marita Conlon-McKenna

"The final book in the "Children of the Famine" trilogy, set during the Irish famine. Michael is a stable-boy at the Big House, learning about horses, while Eily struggles to survive in her cottage on a scrap of land and Peggy still works in America. Will...

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Devil Bird Island  by Gill Lewis

Devil Bird Island

Gill Lewis

"When Tia and Nat spot a turtle in difficulty off the coast of Devil Bird Island, they must help it find its way home in this inspiring tale of conservation from Gill Lewis. A camping trip to count puffins on Devil Bird Island turns into a real adventure for...

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Smoke Mountain  by Erin Hunter

Smoke Mountain

Erin Hunter

"When the bears learn of the legendary Last Great Wilderness, a fabled bear paradise, they believe that this must be their ultimate destination."--Publisher.

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The birthday cake thief  by Vashti Hardy

The birthday cake thief

Vashti Hardy

"Hana has always longed to have a pet of her own. So when a cat turns up at her bedroom window one night, she thinks her dream has come true. But Ace is no ordinary cat. He's a detective cat who has come to invite Hana to join the Moonlight Mystery Agency, and...

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The horse who danced  by Olivia Tuffin

The horse who danced

Olivia Tuffin

"Iona dreams of glory for her beautiful pony, Jinks, so when local dressage star Jessica offers to coach her, Iona is swept off her feet. But each of Jinks' successes brings injury or accident to her family's stables. Can they all be coincidences? Or is Iona's...

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The remarkable rescue at Milkweed Meadow  by Elaine Dimopoulos

The remarkable rescue at Milkweed Meadow

Elaine Dimopoulos

"Butternut lives in the burrows of Milkweed Meadow with her nine rabbit brothers and sisters. Together they practice strategies for survival and tell stories. With disastrous scenarios blooming in her mind, Butternut embraces the lesson of her families'...

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Death on the tracks  by Paul (Children's author) Westmoreland

Death on the tracks

Paul (Children's author) Westmorela...

"Join Arlo Banks in this choose your own adventure mystery story as you race against the clock to catch a killer. Arlo Banks has always wanted to be a detective. And when he solves a fiendish puzzle in The Times, set by an elderly Oxford professor, he might...

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Stage fright  by Wendy Parris

Stage fright

Wendy Parris

"Thirteen-year-old Avery plans a séance at a deserted theater to bond with her friends, but they soon realize they are locked inside with someone-or something-else."--Provided by publisher.

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Splinter & Ash  by Marieke Nijkamp

Splinter & Ash

Marieke Nijkamp

"A chance encounter throws Ash and Splinter into each other's orbits, and they find friendship in their shared loneliness and their desires to prove themselves"--

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Pernickety Boo  by Sally Gardner

Pernickety Boo

Sally Gardner

"Brought to life by a careless sorcerer, 'Pernickety Boo' is a well-educated umbrella with unexplored magical powers - and after he is left behind on the London Underground by his forgetful creator, Pernickety must find an owner: someone who will truly love...

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The painting puzzle  by Sufiya Ahmed

The painting puzzle

Sufiya Ahmed

"The Five are excited to go to the opening of a brand new museum, but their visit takes a turn when they notice one of the paintings has been replaced with a fake! Who could have taken the priceless art piece, and can the Five find out before it's too...

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Instafamous  by Erika J. Kendrick

Instafamous

Erika J. Kendrick

"A middle school diva's hunt for the spotlight speaks to the importance of friendship, family, and mental fitness--even in the midst of fame"--

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Miracle  by Karen S. Chow

Miracle

Karen S. Chow

"Amie has spent her life perfectly in tune with Ba-ba, her father-she plays the violin, his favorite instrument; she loves all his favorite foods, even if he can't eat them during his cancer treatments; and they talk about books, including Amie's favorite...

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Ember Shadows and the secret of the ocean  by Rebecca King

Ember Shadows and the secret of the ocean

Rebecca King

"Ever since Ember Shadows freed her world from the Fate Cards that fixed everyone's fates, things have been changing in her world and not always for the better. Now that people are learning about the existence of the magical landscapes, they want to explore...

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The pug who wanted to be a superhero  by Bella Swift

The pug who wanted to be a superhero

Bella Swift

"When a superhero movie are filming in town, Peggy can't wait to meet the cast. But things don't go to plan as Peggy tries to prove that she can be a super dog, just like the superheroes in the movie. Peggy the pug soon learns that real superheroes don't wear...

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Kòkú Àkànb́i  by Maria Motúnráyò Adébísí

Kòkú Àkànb́i

Maria Motúnráyò Adébísí

"Kòkú Àkànb́i's newfound ghostly powers have been wreaking havoc, landing him in detention and a whole heap of trouble. Having to find a way back to Olori - his family's homeland - is tough enough, but he is soon sent on a dangerous quest to find the three...

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