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This is not yours to carry  by Sarah (Sarah Clare) Brown

This is not yours to carry

Sarah (Sarah Clare) Brown

This Is Not Yours to Carry is our debut children's book, created for a new generation of cycle breakers. Written by Sarah Brown with Matt Brown and illustrated by their eldest daughter, Oceana Olsen, this empowering story follows Tai and children like him as...

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Leonardo's dragon  by Donovan Bixley

Leonardo's dragon

Donovan Bixley

"Caterina is a serving girl at the Belvedere palace in Rome, where rumours abound about Leonardo's dragon. The palace is visited by exotic travellers, and Caterina collects dragon stories from the farthest flung regions of the earth. But will she find out the...

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Star cat. Book 3, Unicorns in space! by James Turner

Star cat. Book 3, Unicorns in space!

James Turner

Graphic novel

"After destroying a highly advanced civilization by littering, Robot One is taken to meet his match - space unicorns, bursting with unbearable loveliness! What will Robot One's selfishness do to the galaxy's sweetest creatures? Will he see the error of his...

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Steve, a rare egg by Kelly Collier

Steve, a rare egg

Kelly Collier

Graphic novel

"After making an exciting discovery in the forest, Steve sets out on a mission to unlock a scientific mystery with the help of his friends. No one knows what to make of the smooth, red, oval-shaped object Steve has found, but everyone is intrigued. What could...

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Pandora in Puzzlevale. Book 1, The secret town by Paul Duffield

Pandora in Puzzlevale. Book 1, The secret town

Paul Duffield

Graphic novel

"Lost in the mysterious town of Puzzlevale, mystery-mad Pandora will need to solve riddles, puzzles and brain-bending clues to be reunited with her parents. Can she and Detective Crow triumph ...?"--Provided by publisher.

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Pokémon. The search for Lapras by Simcha Whitehill

Pokémon. The search for Lapras

Simcha Whitehill

Graphic novel

"Set sail on two action-packed adventures! In Crash, Splash, Tea!, a mysterious Pokémon is making strange noises and leaving purple goo around the airship. Can Liko and Roy track it down? In Song Within the Mist, a singing Lapras is said to lead sailors...

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Disney Descendants. Evie's wicked runway. by Jason Muell

Disney Descendants. Evie's wicked runway.

Jason Muell

Graphic novel

"The Interscholastic Auradon Fashion Contest is the biggest fashion event of the year and students across the United States of Auradon are buzzing with anticipation. No one is more excited than Evie, the Villain Kids' (VKs) resident fashionista and designer...

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Super Unicorn Princess. by Mike Hartigan

Super Unicorn Princess.

Mike Hartigan

Graphic novel

Saving the city one rainbow at a time! A brand-new, funny and action-packed graphic novel series starring the cutest and toughest superhero around, Super Unicorn Princess! There's always danger afoot in Horizon City, but stopping bad guys is all in a day's...

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Maker Girl and Professor Smarts. Book 1 by Jasmine Florentine

Maker Girl and Professor Smarts. Book 1

Jasmine Florentine

Graphic novel

"Introducing the newest superheroes of New Bork City: Maker Girl and Professor Smarts! So what if they didn't actually receive superpowers when that comet hit earth a few months back and created a bunch of other superheroes and supervillains? Maker Girl can...

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City of dragons. 3, Quest for the true dragon by Jaimal Yogis

City of dragons. 3, Quest for the true dragon

Jaimal Yogis

Graphic novel

"Daijiang's continued pursuit of Grace has made it clear that sheand Nate are crucial to his plan. But as her Háunxuáe powers grow stronger, Grace can't help but feel it's unfair she might be missing out on a normal school life. Other kids get to relax, watch...

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Earth's biggest show-offs  by Andy Seed

Earth's biggest show-offs

Andy Seed

"Our planet is just like its people - it loves to show off! Earth's BIGGEST Show-Offs is your ultimate guide to the most SPECTACULAR and SENSATIONAL natural wonders across every continent. Prepare for the most extraordinary adventure of your life! From high...

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Cupcake diaries : #7, Emma all stirred up! by Coco Simon

Cupcake diaries : #7, Emma all stirred up!

Coco Simon

Graphic novel

"Emma is not thrilled with always having to rearrange her schedule so she can babysit her younger brother, Jake. Now, Emma's parents have broken some news that threatens to push Emma over the edge--since Emma and Jake are going to the same day camp this...

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Cat Ninja. 6, The heart of a hero by Matthew Cody

Cat Ninja. 6, The heart of a hero

Matthew Cody

Graphic novel

"When a crime wave washes over Metro City, Octopunch gets all the glory while an overworked and underappreciated Cat Ninja spends every second catching crooks--and no time hanging with Leon. Is putting down his nunchucks for good the only way to fight for his...

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Meet the typographer  by Gaby Bazin

Meet the typographer

Gaby Bazin

"Combining technology, art, and history, Meet the typographer explores the evolution of letterpress printing. Armed with lead characters and a press, a typographer reveals the secrets of his craft through the centuries, from clay tablets in Mesopotamia and wax...

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How to draw ocean animals.

How to draw ocean animals.

"Follow the simple instructions step-by-step to draw sharks, whales, fish, turtles and lots more ocean animals in this fun drawing book for kids."--Publisher.

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Cartoons  by David Antram

Cartoons

David Antram

"Anyone can create a masterpiece with just a pencil and paper! This easy to follow guide helps aspiring cartoonists learn how to draw a variety of amusing characters and animals, and combine them to make dramatic scenes. It includes focus on specialist areas...

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How to draw dragons  by Mark Bergin

How to draw dragons

Mark Bergin

"This easy to follow guide teaches aspiring artists how to fantastical creatures, big or small, in just a few simple steps. Taking care to clearly illustrate how to draw every aspect and type of dragon, this book covers all the basic steps to creating a...

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How to be a super awesome artist  by Henry Carroll

How to be a super awesome artist

Henry Carroll

Take inspiration from some of the world's greatest creators and become a super awesome artist! With real works of art to spark your creativity, this great book features 20 art challenges for you to try, as well as helpful "know-how" features on how to shade...

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Pompeii and other legendary ancient places  by Tim Cooke

Pompeii and other legendary ancient places

Tim Cooke

"In this book you can explore mysterious, ancient ruins and abandoned cities frozen in time. Engaging text and photographs help bring these places back to life"--

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Absolutely everything!  by Christopher Lloyd

Absolutely everything!

Christopher Lloyd

" Embark on a journey across millennia and around the world, from the latest understanding of the origins of the universe, the birth of the Earth, the very first life, the age of dinosaurs, the rise of humans, ancient civilizations, colonialism, wars,...

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Me and my amazing body  by Joan Sweeney

Me and my amazing body

Joan Sweeney

A child describes how her skin, bones, muscles, brain, blood, heart, lungs, and stomach receive energy and function as parts of her body.

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Tippy-toes  by Yvette Poshoglian

Tippy-toes

Yvette Poshoglian

"Read along with Ella! Develop your child's love of reading with this early reader, focusing on phonics. Ella goes to dance class. Hands on hips. Tap your toes. Clap your hands. Let's dance!"--Provided by publisher.

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Nasty stingers  by John Lesley

Nasty stingers

John Lesley

Irukandji jellyfish -- Blue-ringed octopus -- Bluebottle -- Cone snail -- Box jellyfish -- Short-tailed stingray -- Puffer fish -- Sea snakes -- Stonefish -- Sea anemone -- Sponges -- Stingers around the world - How dangerous are they? -- Safety in the ocean...

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Deadly snakes  by John Lesley

Deadly snakes

John Lesley

"People who suddenly find themselves face to face with a snake are usually terrified. Snakes hiss slither and inject venom but they are also fascinating and thrilling from a distance of course! Australia has some of the scariest animals in the world. They bite...

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Fierce reptiles  by John Lesley

Fierce reptiles

John Lesley

"They might look like small dinosaurs but today's reptiles are not closely related to them at all. This doesn't stop them from being just as terrifying and fascinating. In this book find out how modern reptiles hunt bite hiss and chomp their way across every...

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Dig!  by Ruth Hatfield

Dig!

Ruth Hatfield

"Uncover the secrets of the past with the latest archaeological knowhow in Dig!, a scientific journey through millions of years of human history. Do you have a favorite history fact? Maybe you know that the ancient Romans had central heating, or that humans...

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Myths and legends ultimate handbook  by Ben Hubbard

Myths and legends ultimate handbook

Ben Hubbard

"Discover the amazing myths and legends surrounding gods, goddesses, magical creatures, heroes, and monsters from around the world. Learn all about the origin of different legends, the unique characteristics of powerful gods and goddesses, and a wide variety...

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The superheroes first aid manual  by Punam Krishan

The superheroes first aid manual

Punam Krishan

"Accidents happen, even when you are careful, so being prepared can make all the difference. Do you know what to do if someone falls over and scrapes their knee? What does an asthma attack look like? Do you know when an ambulance is needed, or how to call for...

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Pushes and pulls  by Laura Stickney

Pushes and pulls

Laura Stickney

"Pushes and pulls are forces that make things move. Kids can push a toy car or shopping cart, while dogs can pull a sled through the snow"--

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The sun  by Laura Stickney

The sun

Laura Stickney

"The sun plays an important role in daily life. Beginning readers hone their phonics skills while learning facts about that great, big ball of gas in the sky!"--

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Crabs  by Marley Richmond

Crabs

Marley Richmond

"Crabs pinch and grip with strong claws. People may catch and cook crabs to eat! Beginning readers hone their phonics skills while learning all about crabs and where they live."--Provided by publisher.

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Plants  by Laura Stickney

Plants

Laura Stickney

"Plants grow in all kinds of places. They need water and sunlight to get big. Beginning readers hone their phonics skills while learning all about how to take care of plants and help them grow"-- Provided by publisher.

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My pet at the vet  by Laura Stickney

My pet at the vet

Laura Stickney

"Vets help dogs, cats, rats, and other pets stay happy and healthy! Beginning readers hone their phonics skills while learning how vets can help when pets get sick or hurt."--Provided by publisher.

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Kings and queens  by L. Bennett

Kings and queens

L. Bennett

"Long ago, kings and queens ruled over people. Their job was to run things. But today, kings and queens don't rule. We do! We cast votes to pick our leaders. Beginning readers hone their phonics skills while learning about different types of leaders."--...

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Bones  by Jules Howard

Bones

Jules Howard

What's so special about animal skeletons? Find out in BONES, an inside look at the animal kingdom. How are animals able to bite, run, jump and fly? What special adaptions have they developed over time? Bones takes the reader on a fascinating journey through...

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World of food  by Sandra (Children's author) Lawrence

World of food

Sandra (Children's author) Lawrence

"Everywhere on our planet where people can be found, there are different foods that we enjoy, and different ways of preparing and eating them, too. From fruits, vegetables, cheeses and grains to foods of the future, explore the fascinating history behind what...

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A trip to the zoo  by K. E. Lewis

A trip to the zoo

K. E. Lewis

"A reader which will help children to understand how animals are looked after and kept safe in today's zoos and wildlife parks."--Provided by publisher.

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Where rainbows are made  by Alexandra West

Where rainbows are made

Alexandra West

"When rainbows begin to disappear, the ponies must go to where rainbows are made!"--

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Pumpkin party  by Joe McGee

Pumpkin party

Joe McGee

"The Junior Monster Scouts are throwing a party with a jack-o-lantern carving contest, but when Vamprya, Franky, and Wolfy get to the pumpkin patch, they must figure out how to get the pumpkins back to Castle Dracula with them."--Provided by publisher.

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Meet Sprigatito.

Meet Sprigatito.

"Meet Sprigatito, the cheeky Grass Cat Pokemon! Learn all about Liko and her partner Pokemon, Sprigatito."--Provided by publisher.

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Australia

Australia

"Head down under to explore Australia's wealth of wildlife, natural wonders and lively cities. Embark on an educational journey with this enriching Australia country profile book, specifically tailored for primary school pupils."--Provided by publisher.

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Measurements  by Rob Colson

Measurements

Rob Colson

"In Measurements, discover why we use the metric system, how to measure area, volume, speed and temperature, and why the number 60 is so important for measuring time."--Provided by publisher.

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Numbers  by Rob Colson

Numbers

Rob Colson

Maths is all around you; it can be seen everywhere in nature and in the human-made world. In Numbers, find out how binary numbers help computers to run games and videos, how square numbers are used for measuring the space in a building, and how musical rhythms...

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The hare and the tortoise  by Susanna Davidson

The hare and the tortoise

Susanna Davidson

"Hare is the fastest animal around and he knows it. In fact, he can't stop boasting about it. So Tortoise challenges him to a race to try and prove him wrong. There's just one problem. Tortoise is very, very slow. How will he ever win the race?"--Publisher.

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Goldilocks and the three bears  by Russell Punter

Goldilocks and the three bears

Russell Punter

"When Goldilocks stumbles on an empty cottage in the woods, she sits down to eat breakfast. But none of the three bowls of porridge on the table is quite right..."--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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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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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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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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