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The shelf elf helps out  by Jackie. author. Hopkins

The shelf elf helps out

Jackie. author. Hopkins

Picture book

Skoob, a shelf elf, explains the Dewey Decimal System by which books are shelved in the library, likening the different subject categories to neighborhoods, and the numbers on the book spines to addresses.

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The shelf elf  by Jackie. author. Hopkins

The shelf elf

Jackie. author. Hopkins

Picture book

Skoob the Shelf Elf learns all about the proper way to handle books and behave in the library.

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She'll be coming round the mountain

She'll be coming round the mountain

Picture book

"The Topp Twins perform a version of the well-known song 'She'll Be Coming Round the Mountain', featuring a little girl as the female coming round the mountain, and various farm animals playing instruments and preparing for her arrival"--Publisher information.

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Search for a giant squid  by Amy Seto Forrester

Search for a giant squid

Amy Seto Forrester

Book

"A choose your own path style story that guides the reader through the very real job of being a teuthologist"--Publisher's description.

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A child like you  by Na'ima B. Robert

A child like you

Na'ima B. Robert

Graphic novel

"Somewhere, out there, In the wide, wide world, a child like you is watching... Four brave children watch, listen, search, and feel, as they experience the inequalities, dangers and injustices of life in our world. Inspired by real-life activists and...

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There's no such book  by Jessica Dettmann

There's no such book

Jessica Dettmann

Picture book

"It's the night before the Book Week parade and Ellie announces that she needs a costume by the morning. Mum, who is taken by surprise, desperately tries to piece together a costume from what's lying around the house... They went into the bathroom. 'Hmm,' said...

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Jurassic Jeff. 1, Space invader by Royden Lepp

Jurassic Jeff. 1, Space invader

Royden Lepp

Graphic novel

"Alien Jeff's mission to take over Earth is in jeopardy when he crash-lands one hundred million years too early, and the surprises keep coming when dinosaur friends Carl, Hungry, and Spike help Jeff find their leader."--Publisher.

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Exploring insects  by Jill (Jill McDonald-Gomez) McDonald

Exploring insects

Jill (Jill McDonald-Gomez) McDonald

Book

"In Exploring Insects, readers can learn all about bugs, with pollinators like bees and butterflies, incredible rainforest insects, and even an insect that uses its butt to warn off predators! Insect fans will find: Fascinating details about bugs and how they...

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Aldrin Adams and the legend of NemeSwiss  by Paul Howard

Aldrin Adams and the legend of NemeSwiss

Paul Howard

Book

"An ordinary boy. The most EXTRAORDINARY, stinkiest super-power! Some months have past since Aldrin Adams discovered when he eats CHEESE before bedtime, he can enter people's dreams and nightmares, and help them with their problems. He's learned when to eat...

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Fun is in the air  by Dylan Dreyer

Fun is in the air

Dylan Dreyer

Book

"When Misty and her friends head to the Sea Breeze Carnival, they ride the rides, pose for photos, and play their favorite games. Best of all, they enjoy the updraft, which is created by warm and cool air colliding. Nothing like a summer wind at the...

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Bridge of souls  by Victoria Schwab

Bridge of souls

Victoria Schwab

Book

"Where there are ghosts, Cassidy Blake follows... unless it's the other way around? Cass thinks she might have this ghost-hunting thing down. After all, she and her ghost best friend, Jacob, have survived two haunted cities while travelling for her parents' TV...

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Junior high by Tegan Quin

Junior high

Tegan Quin

Graphic novel

"Before Tegan and Sara took the music world by storm, the Quins were just two identical twins trying to find their place in a new home and new school. From first crushes to the perils of puberty, surviving junior high is something the sisters plan to face side...

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Gigi and Ojiji  by Melissa Iwai

Gigi and Ojiji

Melissa Iwai

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"Gigi wants to go by something besides her baby name--but Geraldine is too long to write and Hanako, her middle name, doesn't feel quite right. Will Gigi find the perfect name?"--Publisher's description.

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We are allies!  by Taimani Emerald

We are allies!

Taimani Emerald

Picture book

"Every person, no matter how small, can do something to change the world for us all! In her picture book debut, Taimani Emerald, has created a gentle introduction for young readers on what being an ally looks like. Whether it's sharing, saving, joining, or...

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Becoming Charley  by Kelly DiPucchio

Becoming Charley

Kelly DiPucchio

Picture book

"Unlike all the other caterpillars Charley sometimes wonders what it would be like to be a fawn or a waterfall, so when the day comes to form her chrysalis, Charley must decide who she will become"--Publisher's description.

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The do-over by Coni Yovaniniz

The do-over

Coni Yovaniniz

Graphic novel

"Shy Mariana is looking for her chance to shine. She's having trouble making friends after a cross-country move to Ohio, plus, her dad refuses to let her help out at his hair salon, despite the fact that she's a social media expert! So when she meets science...

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Fortune's fools  by Ross (Fiction writer) Montgomery

Fortune's fools

Ross (Fiction writer) Montgomery

Book

"Top school athletes Dom and Blake have been best friends for ever - B and D, D-Dog and B-Unit, the Cool Combo. But with Sports Day approaching, their friendship is suddenly under threat. Mr Fortune, their headmaster, has pitted the school houses against each...

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The Windeby puzzle  by Lois Lowry

The Windeby puzzle

Lois Lowry

Book

"Told in two voices, two outcasts in an Iron Age village befriend each other, as disabled, orphaned Varick helps Estrild achieve her dream of becoming the first female warrior. Inspired by the Windeby bog body"--Publisher's description.

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Reina Ramos works it out!  by Emma Otheguy

Reina Ramos works it out!

Emma Otheguy

Book

"What famous star will Reina Ramos dress up as for the class wax museum?"--Publisher's description.

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Jacky Ha-Ha gets the last laugh  by James Patterson

Jacky Ha-Ha gets the last laugh

James Patterson

Book

"Jacky Hart finally knows the thrill of having people laugh with her (not at her). She tries to put her comedy and theater skills to use in her summer job-but the boardwalk crowds aren't exactly adoring. So Jacky jumps at the opportunity of a lifetime: an...

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Meow  by Christopher Raschka

Meow

Christopher Raschka

Picture book

"In this story--told almost entirely in the cat's meows--a young girl steps on her cat Marigold's tail, the hurt cat runs for cover, and after an apology, all is forgiven"--Publisher's description.

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Billy and the giant adventure  by Jamie Oliver

Billy and the giant adventure

Jamie Oliver

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"One pinch of adventure, a dash of friendship, a sprinkle of mystery and a HUGE spoonful of magic . . . Jamie Oliver, bestselling author and internationally renowned chef, delivers the perfect recipe for a page-turning children's fiction debut! Billy and his...

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Geronimo Stilton reporter. #13, Reported missing by Geronimo Stilton

Geronimo Stilton reporter. #13, Reported missing

Geronimo Stilton

Graphic novel

"Geronimo Stilton's dealt with mummies, ninjas, and pirates, but this may be the first time he's come face to face with... ghosts! Can the scaredy-mouse overcome his fears and get to the bottom of the mystery for a big scoop for his newspaper, The Rodent's...

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The world behind the door  by Pari Thomson

The world behind the door

Pari Thomson

Book

"Daisy Thistledown has escaped from boarding school and has a mystery to solve. Her search for her missing mother will lead her across London and through a hidden doorway to another world, filled with plants and bursting with magic: the Greenwild. But all is...

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Kyan Green and the infinity racers  by Colm Field

Kyan Green and the infinity racers

Colm Field

Book

"Welcome, infinity racers! Prepare for an adventure that's out of this world and all of the others! When Kyan finds a battered old racing-car game in the loft, he doesn't believe the big claims written on the box. I mean, what kind of 'Infinite Race' only has...

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There was an old lady who swallowed a fly  by Simms Taback

There was an old lady who swallowed a fly

Simms Taback

Picture book

"A new version of the well-loved poem about the old lady who swallowed a fly with a die-cut hole to see what is in her stomach"--Publisher's description.

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The superteacher project  by Gordon Korman

The superteacher project

Gordon Korman

Book

"Oliver Zahn, spitball champion and self-declared rule-wrecker of Brightling Middle School, is not a fan of his new homeroom teacher, Mr. Aidact. The guy is sort of stiff, never cracks a smile, and refers to them as "pupils." The worst part is he catches...

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The little fire engine  by Lois Lenski

The little fire engine

Lois Lenski

Picture book

"Fireman Small and his little fire engine answer a call, rescue a little girl, and save a house from burning down"--Publisher's description.

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The very hungry caterpillar's jungle hide & seek  by Eric Carle

The very hungry caterpillar's jungle hide & seek

Eric Carle

Picture book

"Follow the finger trails and lift the flaps to discover sleeping sloths, swooping parrots, crawling tigers and many more. A gentle rhyming narrative with a die-cut finger trail, die-cut details and a chunky flap on every page. There is so much for little...

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Goodnight babies...  by Charlotte Trounce

Goodnight babies...

Charlotte Trounce

Picture book

"The perfect first bedtime book to share with a new baby - with a mirror on the final page! Little babies everywhere sleep softly through the night. So now, my little baby, it is time to say goodnight. Get ready to say goodnight to all kinds of animal babies -...

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Aziza's secret fairy door and the mermaid's treasure  by Lola Morayo

Aziza's secret fairy door and the mermaid's treasure

Lola Morayo

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"Summer is coming! Aziza finds glittering sand and seashells all around the fairy door, inviting her to investigate a brand new magical mystery. An ancient shell-walker is stirring deep beneath the beach, putting all of Shimmerton in danger. Sirena the mermaid...

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Bluey

Bluey

Picture book

"Unicorse is the most annoying unicorn in the world, but can Bluey make him behave?"--Publisher's description.

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Peppa's buried treasure  by Laura Baker

Peppa's buried treasure

Laura Baker

Picture book

"Peppa's friend Molly Mole has found a chest full of buried treasure! Peppa and her pals come together to find the secret of the buried treasure and to work out where it has come from"--Publisher's description.

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George's digger  by Toria Hegedus

George's digger

Toria Hegedus

Picture book

"Join Peppa and George for lots of digging fun at Mr Bull's construction site! Peppa, George and Daddy Pig are going on a very special trip - to visit Mr Bull at his miniature golf course construction site! There are lots of fun machines to see like the...

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Dreams of a Moa  by Carly Waddleton

Dreams of a Moa

Carly Waddleton

Picture book

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to sail the pacific, ballet dance in paris or stroll on the moon? I know a Moa that had such dreams. "...the Moa were dreamers so brave and true, They were never afraid to try something new." This is a book for...

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World War II  by Mary Pope Osborne

World War II

Mary Pope Osborne

Book

"Filled with up-to-date information, photographs, illustrations, and tidbits from Jack and Annie, the Magic Tree House Fact Trackers are the perfect way for kids to find out more about the topics they discover in their favorite Magic Tree House...

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ABC thankful me  by Kyaw Lin

ABC thankful me

Kyaw Lin

Picture book

"Children learn the alphabet and practice gratitude with this joyous ABC book of every-day wonders"--Publisher's description.

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The boy who stole the Pharaoh's lunch  by Karen McCombie

The boy who stole the Pharaoh's lunch

Karen McCombie

Book

"While awaiting punishment in his headmaster's office for his latest piece of mischief, prankster Seth picks up an Egyptian amulet from the desk and is whisked back in time to Ancient Egypt. In a village by the Nile, Seth finds a place for himself, working for...

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Vetman and his bionic animal clan  by Noel Fitzpatrick

Vetman and his bionic animal clan

Noel Fitzpatrick

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"Vetman lives in a cottage outside a sleepy English village, where nobody realises that he's saving animals in incredible, bionic ways - except the animals themselves, of course! But trouble is brewing... because Vetman's old foe, The Man With No Name, has set...

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The case with no clues  by Deserae Brady

The case with no clues

Deserae Brady

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"Mr. McGee was the principal of Englewood Elementary in 1947, and the students have just discovered that he created a massive treasure hunt all those years ago. But Mr. McGee disappeared before he could share any of the clues. Seventy years later, Leila and...

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The Vanderbeekers make a wish  by Karina Yan Glaser

The Vanderbeekers make a wish

Karina Yan Glaser

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"It's summer on 141st Street, and the Vanderbeekers are looking forward to Papa's surprise fortieth birthday party. But then Papa must leave town to help his best friend and the Vanderbeeker children are surprised to find their maternal grandparents on their...

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Bella the bunny fairy  by Daisy Meadows

Bella the bunny fairy

Daisy Meadows

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"Fairyland in uproar! Jack Frost has stolen the Pet Fairies magical pets. Without them, the Pet Fairies can't ensure that pets in the human world find the right owners. So it's vital that the Pet Fairies get their magic pets back. The pets have escaped from...

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Georgia the guinea pig fairy  by Daisy Meadows

Georgia the guinea pig fairy

Daisy Meadows

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"Georgia the Guinea Pig Fairy needs help from Kirsty and Rachel to find her pet, Sparky. Will the girls be able to scare away the goblins and save him?"--Publisher's description.

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Harriet the hamster fairy  by Daisy Meadows

Harriet the hamster fairy

Daisy Meadows

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"Jack Frost's nasty goblins are determined to steal Harriet the Hamster Fairy's magical pet, Twinkle. They've even stolen another pet to lure Twinkle to them. Can Kirsty and Rachel save both hamsters?"--Publisher's description.

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Lauren the puppy fairy  by Daisy Meadows

Lauren the puppy fairy

Daisy Meadows

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"Kirsty and Rachel have their hands full with Bouncer the puppy. Perhaps he will help them find lauren's magical missing pet. But can the girls keep the puppies out of the goblin's clutches?"--Publisher's description.

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Grace the glitter fairy  by Daisy Meadows

Grace the glitter fairy

Daisy Meadows

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"Grace the glitter fairy can't bring a sparkle to the birthday without her magic party bag of balloons. But Rachel and Kirsty have a bright idead to keep Grace's glittery bag safe"--Publisher's description.

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Phoebe the fashion fairy  by Daisy Meadows

Phoebe the fashion fairy

Daisy Meadows

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"Phoebe the fashion fairy can't rustle up pretty party outfits without her magic party bag of sparkly frocks. Can Rachel and Kirsty help her get it back in time for their friend's party"--Publisher's description.

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Jasmine the present fairy  by Daisy Meadows

Jasmine the present fairy

Daisy Meadows

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"Jasmine the present fairy can't conjure up perfect prizes without her magic party bag of presents. Can Rachel and Kirsty help her to find it before it's all wrapped up?"--Publisher's description.

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Melodie the music fairy  by Daisy Meadows

Melodie the music fairy

Daisy Meadows

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"Melodie the music fairy can't hit the high notes without her magic party bag of tunes. But a tinkling piano and some clashing cymbals might help Rachel and Kirsty to rescue it"--Publisher's description.

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Cherry the cake fairy  by Daisy Meadows

Cherry the cake fairy

Daisy Meadows

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"Everyone in Fairyland is busy preparing for the King and Queen's 1000th jubilee. But Jack Frost plans to make trouble by stealing the party fairies' magic party bags"--Publisher's description.

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Honey the sweet fairy  by Daisy Meadows

Honey the sweet fairy

Daisy Meadows

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"Honey the sweet fairy can't make any new sweets without her magic party bag of fairy dust. Can Rachel and Kirsty save it from the goblin so Hibey can help the party fizz again?"--Publisher's description.

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Polly the party fun fairy  by Daisy Meadows

Polly the party fun fairy

Daisy Meadows

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"Polly the party fun fairy can't help with pass the parcel without her magic party bag of fun and games. Can Rachel and Kirsty rescue it in time for the Brownies' party?"--Publisher's description.

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Saffron the yellow fairy  by Daisy Meadows

Saffron the yellow fairy

Daisy Meadows

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"Saffron the Yellow Fairy is stuck in a very sticky situation. Rachel and Kirsty must follow a twisting trail of lemony dust to find her"--Publisher's description.

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Sky the blue fairy  by Daisy Meadows

Sky the blue fairy

Daisy Meadows

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"Sky the blue fairy is having some bubble trouble. Will Rachel and Kirsty be able to help her out with a clue from the rainbow-coloured crab"--Publisher's description.

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Fern the green fairy  by Daisy Meadows

Fern the green fairy

Daisy Meadows

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"Fern the Green Fairy is lost in a leafy hollow. Can Rachel and Kirsty solve the secret of the garden and save her?"--Publisher's description.

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Izzy the indigo fairy  by Daisy Meadows

Izzy the indigo fairy

Daisy Meadows

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"Izzy (also called Inky) the Indigo Fairy is up to her usual mischief. Rachel and Kirsty must fly to the luscious Land of Sweets and bring her back to the pot"--Publisher's description.

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Penny the pony fairy  by Daisy Meadows

Penny the pony fairy

Daisy Meadows

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"Rachel and Kirsty must help Penny the Pony Fairy to find her lost pony. Glitter, before the goblins take him to Jack Frost. But it seems that Jack Frost may get his wish for a pet after all"--Publisher's description.

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Ruby the red fairy  by Daisy Meadows

Ruby the red fairy

Daisy Meadows

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""Something terrible has happened," Ruby the Red Fairy tells Rachel and Kirsty, before she flutters them off to meet the Queen of the Fairies"--Publisher's description.

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Heather the violet fairy  by Daisy Meadows

Heather the violet fairy

Daisy Meadows

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"Heather the violet fairy is in a spin. Perhaps the colourful carousel horses can lead Rachel and Kirsty to the final fairy?"--Publisher's description.

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Day of the gnomes by Robin Twiddy

Day of the gnomes

Robin Twiddy

Graphic novel

"Norman Normal is a normal boy. Everything in his life is normal. Normal and boring. That is until he discovers a secret that means his life will never be normal again. Gnomes, they exist! They are real and they need his help! join Norman Normal in the Day of...

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Jake Maddox graphic novels. Running wild by B. A. Hoena

Jake Maddox graphic novels. Running wild

B. A. Hoena

Graphic novel

"At his grandfather's farm, Toby joins his cousin and friends for nature runs in the woods, navigating their homemade obstacle course, but fears he may reinjure his ankle in the upcoming Wild Run. Includes discussion questions, notes about obstacle courses,...

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Jake Maddox graphic novels. Home plate heist by Daniel Mauleón

Jake Maddox graphic novels. Home plate heist

Daniel Mauleón

Graphic novel

"Determined to be a great baseball player like others in his family, Fernando needs their help to regain his confidence after his coach tells him to steal a base and he fails. Includes discussion questions, information about baseball, and glossary."--Provided...

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Finding Papa  by Angela Pham Krans

Finding Papa

Angela Pham Krans

Picture book

"Follows young Mai and her mother's perilous journey from Vietnam to America to find Papa--who left ahead of them to start a better life for their family"--

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We are branches  by Joyce Sidman

We are branches

Joyce Sidman

Graphic novel

"Branches are all around us: in butterfly wings, on gecko toes, in flowers, frost, and mud. Whether as electricity moving across the sky or rivers flowing to the sea, branches are nature's most efficient way to spread and to connect. They are even found inside...

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Cranky Chicken. 3, Crankosaurus by Katherine Battersby

Cranky Chicken. 3, Crankosaurus

Katherine Battersby

Graphic novel

"Three stories follow Cranky Chicken and Speedy the worm as they learn about listening, helping friends, and discovering new things."--Provided by publisher.

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Peculiar woods. 1, The ancient underwater city by Andrés J. Colmenares

Peculiar woods. 1, The ancient underwater city

Andrés J. Colmenares

Graphic novel

"Nine-year-old Iggie is the new kid in the town of Peculiar Woods, and nothing about his new home is familiar. So how is he supposed to make friends when he's not allowed to talk to strangers? On his first night in the strange new town, Iggie gets lost in the...

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Super Turbo. 9, Super Turbo and the fountain of doom by Edgar J. Powers

Super Turbo. 9, Super Turbo and the fountain of doom

Edgar J. Powers

Graphic novel

"The Superpet Superhero League has finally figured out how to reach the water fountain! Now they can stay cool and hydrated without battling Whiskerface and his Rat Pack when they go to the cafeteria for snacks! But as soon as the last superpet has taken their...

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Fish and worm by Sergio Ruzzier

Fish and worm

Sergio Ruzzier

Graphic novel

"It's time for dinner, but when Fish finds a new friend instead, who knows what games are in store?"--Provided by publisher.

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Baby Shark by Steve Foxe

Baby Shark

Steve Foxe

Graphic novel

"Baby Shark and his best fish friend William must put their skills to the test when they play their favorite claw game!"--

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Clementine Fox and the great island adventure by Leigh Luna

Clementine Fox and the great island adventure

Leigh Luna

Graphic novel

"Meet Clementine Fox, Professional Amateur Adventurer! Clementine is supposed to be on her way to school... but why not go out for a day of adventure and exploration instead? She recruits her friends Nubbins Squirrel and Penelope Rabbit and heads to the beach,...

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Electricity by Andy Hirsch

Electricity

Andy Hirsch

Graphic novel

"In graphic novel format, readers are taught all about electricity: where it comes from and how it keeps the world running. You'll discover where electricity comes from, why lightning suddenly strikes, and how we've harnessed it all to turn the lights on in...

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Ariel's adventure journal. The curse of the sea witches by Rhona Cleary

Ariel's adventure journal. The curse of the sea witches

Rhona Cleary

Graphic novel

"Ariel joins Eric on a voyage to the Arctic to oversee the construction of a new port along the unspoilt coastline. But trouble arises when the construction encroaches on the local merfolk's habitat. The merfolk strike back, escalating the conflict. Will...

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The Dog Knight by Jeremy Whitley

The Dog Knight

Jeremy Whitley

Graphic novel

"Meet Frankie, whose biggest challenge is finding the perfect outfit for the upcoming band concert. But then they save a friendly golden retriever from bullies--and suddenly find themself in a giant magical doghouse, with a funny-looking helmet, talking about...

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Mega robo bros. Next level  by Neill Cameron

Mega robo bros. Next level

Neill Cameron

Graphic novel

"Alex and Freddy's powers are growing, as is their fame. But with fame comes danger, intrigue and evil robot doppelgangers! Can Alex and Freddy save London - and themselves - from disaster? It'll test their bravery and brotherhood like nothing...

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The frog prince's curse by Benjamin Harper

The frog prince's curse

Benjamin Harper

Graphic novel

"Young witch Swampelina has lost her wand in a mucky bog. Luckily, a voice calls out saying it'll retrieve the magical item if the girl promises to be its friend. Unluckily, the creature is a pretty pink butterfly! Swampelina likes all things spooky and gross,...

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Arcade World. Stage 6, Dragon flames by Nate Bitt

Arcade World. Stage 6, Dragon flames

Nate Bitt

Graphic novel

"Dragon Flames is the last video game Travis, Journey, and Devonte want to battle, because in this epic dragon quest it is hard to know who is an enemy and who is an ally"--Publisher.

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Van Dog  by Mikołaj Pasiński

Van Dog

Mikołaj Pasiński

Graphic novel

"Van Dog rides to the countryside to paint a landscape one day. As he mounts his easel, mixes his paints, and contemplates the scenery, the landscape slowly unfolds in weird and wonderful ways: a snail nibbles on a mushroom, ants gather to work, and a giant...

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The Smurfs tales. 7, The giant Smurfs and other tales by author Peyo

The Smurfs tales. 7, The giant Smurfs and other tales

author Peyo

Graphic novel

"Tired of being three-apples tall, Poet Smurf gets inspired to write the next Smurfs adventure where the Smurfs are the larger-than-life heroes who interact with a race of miniature people, the Pilus. But does size really matter?"--Publisher.

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Unsolved case files. No. 003, The 500 million dollar heist  by Tom (Writer of children's books) Sullivan

Unsolved case files. No. 003, The 500 million dollar heist

Tom (Writer of children's books) Su...

Graphic novel

"Two thieves posing as Boston Police officers gain entry to the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum. Once inside, they steal thirteen pieces of art, including several rare Rembrandts. Eighty-one minutes later, these men walk off with $500 million worth of art....

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Unlikely friends  by Meredith Rusu

Unlikely friends

Meredith Rusu

Book

"Based on Disney and Pixar's Elemental, this middle grade novel explores the unlikely and unique friendship between the main characters of the film. In a city where fire, water, land, and air reside together, a fiery young woman and a go-with-the-flow water...

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Making more  by Katherine Roy

Making more

Katherine Roy

Book

"From fish to mammals and plants to insects, every organism on Earth must reproduce, and the survival of each species--and of life itself--depends on this and on the diversity it creates. In this groundbreaking book, Katherine Roy distills the science of...

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All bodies are wonderful  by Beth Cox

All bodies are wonderful

Beth Cox

Book

"Your body is amazing! From the atoms that made you to the things your body can do, ALL bodies are wonderful. We know that bodies can be tricky to understand. Sometimes you might feel like your body is different. But being different is completely natural …...

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The museum of useless body parts  by Rachel Poliquin

The museum of useless body parts

Rachel Poliquin

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"Welcome to the weirdest museum you'll ever explore - the one inside your body! Did you know your amazing, incredible body is a living, breathing museum of evolution? Look closely and you'll find bits and pieces that were useful way back when our lives were...

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Alight  by Sam Lloyd

Alight

Sam Lloyd

Picture book

"Fire is a natural part of the Australian bush. Alight shares the story of Australian native plants and animals during a planned fire. Discover how the fire helps Christmas Bells grow new flowers and Wallum Banksia to open its woody seed capsules. Follow...

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My first book of Chinese calligraphy  by Zhihong He

My first book of Chinese calligraphy

Zhihong He

Book

"My First Book of Chinese Calligraphy is a fun and engaging introduction to one of China's most celebrated arts and crafts for kids. Calligraphy a the art of producing decorative handwriting or lettering with a pen or brush a has been around for thousands of...

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Ultimate survival handbook  by Andy McNab

Ultimate survival handbook

Andy McNab

Book

"If you want to be ready for the outdoors, street-smart in the city, and even safe online, this book will show you how! Find out the best way to set up a camp, safely start a campfire, find your bearings, search for food and water and stay safe in the great...

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Sticks and stones may break my bones but words (can never) hurt me!  by Heath McKenzie

Sticks and stones may break my bones but words (can never) hurt me!

Heath McKenzie

Picture book

"We all know that sticks and stones can hurt someone, but what about words? Whether it's a comment about someone's hairstyle or their smelly lunch, we've all had the experience of accidentally hurting someone's feelings. It can be a tricky life lesson how to...

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Iron Robin  by Rose Tremain

Iron Robin

Rose Tremain

Picture book

"Oliver loves birds - watching them soar into the sky and wishing that just sometimes they would stay close. So when he discovers a robin made of iron, he thinks he's found the perfect friend - even if his pet dragon isn't quite so certain! When the robin...

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Archaeology

Archaeology

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"Despite their enigmatic nature, archaeological facts have often provided a neutral witness to events. Often, they are described as "multivocal."Archaeology facts are the results of archaeological excavations. These are collections of artifacts, sites, and...

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The crayons go back to school  by Drew Daywalt

The crayons go back to school

Drew Daywalt

Picture book

"The crayons are getting ready to go back to school, and each crayon has a subject they're looking forward to the most. They're also ready to meet new friends... and let loose during their very favorite time of day: art class. A humorous, small hardcover...

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I am a rainbow!  by Mark Kanemura

I am a rainbow!

Mark Kanemura

Picture book

"Mark's rainbow cape makes him feel brave enough to be himself and make new friends, but when the cape goes missing, he worries that his confidence will disappear too"--Publisher's description.

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Space  by Izzie Clarke

Space

Izzie Clarke

Book

"Everyone knows there are planets and stars and space rocks, but how do these, and everything else in space, affect us on Earth? From the beginning of the universe and the origins of the planets, to the latest research and space missions, journey through space...

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The bird book  by Steve Jenkins

The bird book

Steve Jenkins

Book

"Small birds, tall birds, colourful birds, powerful birds, and smart birds. Birds that swim, birds that hunt, birds that dive, birds that run, and birds that sing. Meet these birds - and many more - in The Bird Book"--Publisher's description.

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Chemical engineering  by Jenny Jacoby

Chemical engineering

Jenny Jacoby

Book

"Engineering is all around you! From raising agents in bread to life-saving medicine and eco-friendly fuel, chemical engineering has transformed our lives. Discover the animal inspiration behind running blades, watch DNA technology in action, and see how...

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Indigo dreaming  by Dinah Johnson

Indigo dreaming

Dinah Johnson

Picture book

"A young girl living on the coast of South Carolina dreams of her distant relatives on the shores of Africa and beyond. Indigo Dreaming is a poetic meditation between two young girls--on different sides of the sea--who wonder about how they are intricately...

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As cool as it gets  by Jory John

As cool as it gets

Jory John

Picture book

"When the Cool Bean picks the name of the coolest of the cool beans, Beanadette, out of a hat for the annual gift exchange, he's not feeling very merry or festive -- he's feeling pressure! Beanadette is definitely expecting the coolest present of all. Will the...

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Under pressure  by Cory McCarthy

Under pressure

Cory McCarthy

Book

"Told through the alternating perspectives of Leo (they/them) and Jayla (she/her), the boxmates from the B.E.S.T. Academy are lost at sea and their best friend, Grayson Bix, is missing. Their hoverpod is busted, their stomachs are empty, and their hopes are...

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Shad Hadid and the alchemists of Alexandria  by George Jreije

Shad Hadid and the alchemists of Alexandria

George Jreije

Book

"After twelve-year-old Lebanese-American Shad Hadid discover she is an Alchemist, he receives an invitation to the Alexandria Academy where he discovers not everything is as it seems and shadowy figures are lurking around every corner"--Publisher's...

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The runaway robot  by Sherri Winston

The runaway robot

Sherri Winston

Book

"When both a classmate's DIY robot and the class hamster go missing, Detective Wednesday Nadir and her service dog, Woof, must use the scientific method to solve two cases at once"--Publisher's description.

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A library  by Nikki Giovanni

A library

Nikki Giovanni

Picture book

"In what other place can a child "sail their dreams" and "surf the rainbow" without ever leaving the room? This ode to libraries is a celebration for everyone who loves stories, from seasoned readers to those just learning to love words, and it will have kids...

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