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Left to nowhere  by Ian Chapman

Left to nowhere

Ian Chapman

"What can happen when joy turns to excess. Somewhere there is a land where balloons grow in the air like weeds. They drift on the wind and gather in groups covering the sky and blocking the sun. With illustrations and a thoughtful, layered narrative, this tale...

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When the sky feels heavy  by Luciana Valbuena

When the sky feels heavy

Luciana Valbuena

"Embark on a journey into the heart of motherhood with a story that captures its trials, tribulations, and the transformative power of support and love. This book is a tribute to mothers everywhere, highlighting the incredible journey of early motherhood and...

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Mbappé v. Haaland  by Matt Oldfield

Mbappé v. Haaland

Matt Oldfield

"Mbappé v. Haaland: these football legends go head-to-head to decide who is the Greatest Of All Time?An ideal gift for football fans and perfect for reluctant readers.The new epic battle in The Football..."--Provided by publisher.

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The Usborne science encyclopedia  by Kirsteen Robson

The Usborne science encyclopedia

Kirsteen Robson

"A comprehensive science reference book covering key topics from gravity, flight and floating to genes and DNA, with clearly written explanations and photographs and illustrations. QR codes for each topic provide instant access via a mobile phone or tablet to...

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Martial arts  by Bernie Blackall

Martial arts

Bernie Blackall

"Play The Game Martial Arts features key information on Aikido judo and karate. It provides a broad overview of the history rules equipment key skills and warm ups. It is perfect for young players who are new to the sport for the first time as well as those...

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From challenge to champion  by Skyler Trepel

From challenge to champion

Skyler Trepel

"Fascinated by the stories of great athletes? Every athlete in this book has overcome major challenge - whether injury, doubt, or difficult beginnings to become a champion."--Provided by publisher.

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Treasures of the Earth  by Steven Carton

Treasures of the Earth

Steven Carton

"Dig down into the history of rocks, minerals, and other treasures, and uncover the stories behind these marvelous materials. What treasures could be lying under your feet? From dazzling gems to beautiful buildings, this book is filled with rocks and minerals,...

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Meet the whales  by Kate Peridot

Meet the whales

Kate Peridot

"It's time to climb on board a submarine and delve below the ocean's surface to meet some of the most beautiful and diverse creatures on Earth: whales. From blue whales, the largest creatures to have ever lived on Earth, to the narwhals that can survive below...

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Duck delivers  by Tom Tinn-Disbury

Duck delivers

Tom Tinn-Disbury

Picture book

"Duck is a home bird. He likes splashing in the bath, eating bread in bed, and organising his sock collection. Yet, there comes a time when even the most unadventurous birds must fly the nest. And what better way to see the world, than as a Delivery Duck for...

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Chaos! by Andrew Cranna

Chaos!

Andrew Cranna

Graphic novel

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The riding lesson  by Jennifer K. Mann

The riding lesson

Jennifer K. Mann

"Frances adores horses and knows everything about them-at least she thinks she does. But when she arrives at her friend Mae's house for her first horseback-riding lesson sporting a bike helmet and rain boots, Frances quickly discovers that she might not know...

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Sophy Henn's Happy Hills. [3], Mr Big Fluff rules by Sophy Henn

Sophy Henn's Happy Hills. [3], Mr Big Fluff rules

Sophy Henn

Graphic novel

"Mr Big Fluff is the BADDEST hamster around, but he just doesn't feel very happy... so what will he do? STEAL it from Happy Hills, of course! Can Ace, Mimi, Shroomer and the gang fight back - and keep the HAPPY in Happy Hills?"--Publisher.

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The Famous Five. Five get into trouble by adapter Nataël

The Famous Five. Five get into trouble

adapter Nataël

Graphic novel

"Julian, Dick, Anne, George and Timmy the dog are The Famous Five! Their cycling trip takes a turn when Dick is kidnapped! Who could have taken him? And will they find the answer at Owl's Dene, a mysterious mansion in the middle of the woods?"--Provided by...

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The Famous Five. Five go off in a caravan by adapter Nataël

The Famous Five. Five go off in a caravan

adapter Nataël

Graphic novel

"Julian, Dick, Anne, George and Timmy the dog are having a caravan holiday. It only gets more exciting when they stumble across a circus. But there's no time to clown around because these circus people aren't what they seem to be, and soon the Five are caught...

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Yelp! Yeti! by Sneha Pradhan

Yelp! Yeti!

Sneha Pradhan

Graphic novel

"Dev and his pet cat, Tuna, are ready for a summer of sleepovers, endless games of cricket and sweet mangos, until they discover a yeti loose in Kathmandu. It ransacks the kitchen, creates messes around the house and eats all the snacks--but Dev gets the...

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The boy who became queen  by Christina Balit

The boy who became queen

Christina Balit

"In the bustling world of Elizabethan London, Jack is an orphan boy making his living as a street singer. But his beautiful voice attracts attention and he is snatched away to join the Blackfriars singing troupe. When they give a concert at the royal court,...

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How to be an actor and other film and tv jobs  by Hannah New

How to be an actor and other film and tv jobs

Hannah New

"Learn about the skills you need to become an actor, how actors get their roles and what a typical day on set looks like from start to finish. Not sure about being on camera? From agents and construction managers to directors and writers, there are lots of...

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Hello, I'm a toucan  by Hayley Rocco

Hello, I'm a toucan

Hayley Rocco

"A humorous introduction to the toucan"--

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Sesame Street. Grover lends a hand by Joey Esposito

Sesame Street. Grover lends a hand

Joey Esposito

Graphic novel

"Grover wakes up to another beautiful day on Sesame Street! But he soon discovers that his friends each have a problem to solve before they can enjoy it. Read along as Grover does what he does best: lends a helping hand. After all, the most fun on Sesame...

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Paige proves it. Book 4, The strange sky by Amy Marie Stadelmann

Paige proves it. Book 4, The strange sky

Amy Marie Stadelmann

Graphic novel

"Fact-loving Paige sets out to prove her imaginative friend Penn wrong about aliens, using her knowledge to challenge his wild theories."--Provided by publisher.

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Pickle on wheels by Sylvie Kantorovitz

Pickle on wheels

Sylvie Kantorovitz

Graphic novel

"Pickle wants roller skates, just like Superdog, but learning to skate is harder than it looks!"--

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On guard! by Cassidy Wasserman

On guard!

Cassidy Wasserman

Graphic novel

"12 year-old Katie is having trouble adapting to a new school year after her parents separate and her best friend is no longer her best friend, but maybe fencing club will give her a place to be herself"--

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Agent Harrier. You only spy twice by Ben (Illustrator) Sanders

Agent Harrier. You only spy twice

Ben (Illustrator) Sanders

Graphic novel

"Agent Harrier must discover the identity of a top-secret file-stealing traitor in the BARK intelligence agency. But something's happening to the book itself . . . whole pages are repeating, and there's an ink-deleting weapon threating to wipe everything out!...

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Building the secret headquarters by Paul Mason

Building the secret headquarters

Paul Mason

"Evil Beetle decides she needs to build new headquarters. But it's not as easy as Evil Beetle thought because she does not know enough about science! The hilarious story is full of facts about materials and is perfect for children who love comic...

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Cloud Puppy. 2, Game on! by Kelly Leigh Miller

Cloud Puppy. 2, Game on!

Kelly Leigh Miller

Graphic novel

"Cloud Puppy loves playing Valley of Runes, a cozy farming video game. But when Jack says that his favorite games are better, Cloud Puppy begins to feel bad about the things that she likes... Until she learns that Jack has never even played Valley of Runes!...

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Thoughts from a quiet bench  by Kes Gray

Thoughts from a quiet bench

Kes Gray

Picture book

"The Quiet Bench in the playground is the perfect place to sit and watch the world go by. It's a place to listen, think, and ask yourself questions such as: What are thoughts made of? Where does the air stop being invisible and turn into blue sky? Can the wind...

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The Smurfs tales. #2, The Smurfs and the dragon of the lake and other stories by author Peyo

The Smurfs tales. #2, The Smurfs and the dragon of the lake and other stories

author Peyo

Graphic novel

"In this smurftastic volume, the Smurfs meet the dragon, Fafnir, and attempt to rescue the Baron of Jolival Castle. Will our smurfy blue friends save the day? Smurf on to find out! Also: Over 40 short comic strips with hilarious smurfy gags featuring all you...

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The tale of two elephants  by Elias B. Balcha

The tale of two elephants

Elias B. Balcha

"The story of an Indian elephant who lost his way in Ethiopia, Africa. Manju was left behind down the hill of Mekdela and survived alone for many years. One lucky day, he met his distant cousins in Africa, in the Southern part of Ethopia."--Back cover.

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Seeing red  by Sarah Mlynowski

Seeing red

Sarah Mlynowski

"Abby tries to use the magic mirror to get to her friend's house, but she ends up with her brother in the tale of Little Red Riding Hood; where, having accidently knocked out the Huntsman, they set out to save Red (named Lali) and her rather unpleasant...

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The enchanted ruby  by Paula Harrison

The enchanted ruby

Paula Harrison

"Princess Scarlett has always longed for adventure. When two princesses come to stay at Bearbrook Castle, she takes her new friends to a secret island in the river to meet a special otter family. When a speeding boat injures a fluffy baby otter, the princesses...

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The silent thaw  by Erin Hunter

The silent thaw

Erin Hunter

"ThunderClan's leader, Bramblestar, has been behaving erratically after losing one of his nine lives, and suspicion is quickly spreading across Clan borders. And when a strange apparition sparks unrest in SkyClan and ShadowClan, each warrior must decide where...

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Tilly and the lost fairytales  by Anna (Anna Lois) James

Tilly and the lost fairytales

Anna (Anna Lois) James

"Tilly Pages is a bookwanderer. She can travel inside books, and even talk to the characters she meets there. But Tilly's powers are put to the test when fairy tales start leaking book magic and causing havoc ... On a wintry visit to Paris, Tilly and her best...

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Out of range / Heidi Lange. by Heidi Lang

Out of range / Heidi Lange.

Heidi Lang

"Sisters Abby, Emma, and Ollie have gone from being best friends forever to mortal enemies.Thanks to their months-long feud, they are sent to Camp Unplugged, a girls' camp deep in the heart of the Idaho mountains where they will go 'back to nature' - which...

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Legend of the fang  by Nick (Journalist) Long

Legend of the fang

Nick (Journalist) Long

"Three reasons things are TOTALLY NOT GREAT, by Rufus Rumble. 1. We've crashed on a planet that has NO waffles. 2. The aliens who live here want to lock us up. 3. My only chance of survival is to hike up a fang-shaped mountain that's rumoured to SWALLOW...

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Splash!  by Donovan Bixley

Splash!

Donovan Bixley

"Join Donovan Bixley as he dives in and explores the amazing coastal creatures of Aotearoa. Deep sea divers, great survivors, record-breakers and New Zealand's world champion fliers"--Publisher.

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Asterix and the missing scroll by Jean-Yves Ferri

Asterix and the missing scroll

Jean-Yves Ferri

Graphic novel

"Julius Caesar has finished writing the history of his campaigns in Gaul. His publisher, Libellus Blockbustus, forsees a huge success ...but there's a snag: the chapter about Caesar's defeats by the indomitable Gauls of Armorica. Cut it, Blockbustus advises,...

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Asterix and the Picts by Jean-Yves Ferri

Asterix and the Picts

Jean-Yves Ferri

Graphic novel

"When Asterix and Obelix rescue a mysterious Pict named MacAroon, they must journey to Caledonia, now Scotland, to return him to his lady love Camomilla, the adopted daughter of the old king. However, the treacherous chieftain, MacCabaeus, plans to marry her...

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Unboxing Libby  by Steph Cherrywell

Unboxing Libby

Steph Cherrywell

"Max isn't always sweet and bubbly. That wouldn't be an issue except for the fact that she's programmed to be. 'Max' isn't even her real name. She's a Libby - one of the most popular A.I.Cademy Girl social robots, which top the sales charts for girls ages...

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Oops, I Kidnapped a Pharaoh!  by Luan Goldie

Oops, I Kidnapped a Pharaoh!

Luan Goldie

"When Skylar and best friend Dana accept a ride in Nana's new tuktuk, they don't expect to travel through time - nor to accidentally kidnap Ancient Egyptian Pharaoh King Tut and turn him into a K-pop sensation! Soon Skylar and Dana are on a whirlwind race...

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The Akimbo adventures  by Alexander McCall Smith

The Akimbo adventures

Alexander McCall Smith

"Imagine living in the heart of Africa. Imagine living in a place where the sun rises every morning over blue mountains. Akimbo and his parents live on the edge of an African game reserve. It's his father's task to protect the thousands of amazing animals who...

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Betty Steady and the Queen's orb  by Nicky Smith-Dale

Betty Steady and the Queen's orb

Nicky Smith-Dale

"The VIPs of Wobbly Rock can't wait to attend Queen McNiff's legendary Turnip Festival in the neighbouring kingdom of Upper Crust. But when Betty meets a fashionable forest sprite called Misty Jamjar, it dawns on her that perhaps her old pals aren't as...

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Outlaw  by Michael Morpurgo

Outlaw

Michael Morpurgo

"Homeless and lost in a dark, strange forest, young Robin Hood is rescued by a motley crew of misfits. He yearns to avenge his father and seek justice against cruel oppressors, to finally defeat the Sheriff of Nottingham, once and for all. And through his...

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A medal for Leroy  by Michael Morpurgo

A medal for Leroy

Michael Morpurgo

"Michael never knew his father, an RAF pilot lost in the war. And his French mother, heartbroken and passionate, doesn't like to talk about her husband. But then Auntie Snowdrop gives Michael a medal, followed by a photograph, which begin to reveal a hidden...

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In the mouth of the wolf  by Michael Morpurgo

In the mouth of the wolf

Michael Morpurgo

"The true story of two brothers and the war that changed everything. Francis and Pieter were always different, and when war comes in 1939 they choose separate paths. Pieter joins the RAf and goes to fight, while Francis is a committed pacifist. What happens...

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Everywhere you are  by Victoria Monét

Everywhere you are

Victoria Monét

Picture book

"A caregiver compares their love to the moon, which remains in the sky even when not visible, just as their love for the child remains strong even when they are apart."--Provided by publisher.

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Poppy's dream pony  by Linda Chapman

Poppy's dream pony

Linda Chapman

"Poppy and Harper are new friends whose dreams come true when their toy ponies magically come to life. Their tiny pony friends - now big enough to ride - take them to beautiful Pony Land to become Pony Protectors. But Pony Land is in trouble. Wicked Count...

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Robo-Rabbit Boy, go!  by Thomas Flintham

Robo-Rabbit Boy, go!

Thomas Flintham

"Uh-oh, Super Rabbit Boy is in big trouble. He's been kidnapped by Queen Spooky and her ghost troop! Without Super Rabbit Boy, Animal Town is scared. So meanie King Viking creates Robo-Rabbit Boy to help. Robo-Rabbit Boy is fast like Super Rabbit Boy and...

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Asterix and Obelix all at sea by author Uderzo

Asterix and Obelix all at sea

author Uderzo

Graphic novel

"The slaves are revolting. They've stolen Julius Caesar's own galley. Seeking shelter in the little Gaulish village, they find it in crisis. Obelix has suffered dire effects from drinking the druid's magic potion on the sly. Can his friends get him cured by...

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Asterix and the magic carpet by author Uderzo

Asterix and the magic carpet

author Uderzo

Graphic novel

"When the guru Hoodunnit threatens to end a terrible drought by sacrificing the lovely Princess Orinjade, the fakir Watziznehm arrives by flying carpet to ask the Gauls for help."--Provided by publisher.

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Asterix the gladiator by 1926-1977 Goscinny

Asterix the gladiator

1926-1977 Goscinny

Graphic novel

"When Cacofonix the bard is taken to Rome as a present for Julius Caesar, Asterix and Obelix set out to rescue him, sailing with master salesman Ekonomikrisis, the Phoenician merchant. How do our Gaulish friends come to end up training as gladiators? The next...

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Asterix and the class act by 1926-1977 Goscinny

Asterix and the class act

1926-1977 Goscinny

Graphic novel

"'Asterix and the class act' sees our favourite hero in fine form in this collection of short stories, including 10 short stories by Goscinny and Uderzo and a further 2 brand-new short stories created by Albert Uderzo."--Provided by publisher.

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Light  by Mary Auld

Light

Mary Auld

"The Science Club start investigating their latest topic - light - what it is, where it comes from and how we use it to see. They also discover what reflections are, how shadows are made and why rainbows form in the sky. They round off their project by making...

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AI and robots  by Minerva Black

AI and robots

Minerva Black

"A new student has joined the class, and it's distinctly robotic! What is it doing there? Professor Hoot decides to find out more about robots and AI... Discover robots that can tell how you feel, cars that drive themselves, and even robot explorers gathering...

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The garden force attack by Paul Mason

The garden force attack

Paul Mason

"A science comic-book story that explains key concepts about forces. Evil Beetle has lots of schemes that she thinks will get rid of the annoying gardener for good. But, Evil Beetle doesn't know enough about science to make the plans work!"--Publisher.

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Electricity  by Mary Auld

Electricity

Mary Auld

"The children of the Science Club are happily working when a flash of lightning and a rumble of thunder outside make them jump! Their teacher, Mrs Khan, explains that lightning is a form of electricity and encourages the children to think of other types of...

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Big machines  by Greta Birch

Big machines

Greta Birch

"Every day brings a new adventure for Professor Hoot - and a new learning experience. Today Professor Hoot is investigating what big machines are used for and how they can make our lives easier, from powerful bulldozers and towering cranes to the trains and...

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Blue whale blues  by Peter Carnavas

Blue whale blues

Peter Carnavas

Picture book

"When Penguin hears Whale singing the blues, he tries to help. But how do you stop a blue whale feeling blue? A story about a whale with bike trouble and the happy-go-lucky penguin who cheers him up."--Provided by publisher.

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What are you waiting for?  by Marcy Campbell

What are you waiting for?

Marcy Campbell

Picture book

"As they wait, children navigate the emotional roller coaster of anticipation and learn the importance of appreciating the experience when it falls short of expectations."--Provided by publisher.

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So Tortoise dug  by Emmy Kastner

So Tortoise dug

Emmy Kastner

Picture book

"Tortoise and Mouse are more than just friends and burrowmates. They are best friends and best burrowmates. When their home gets flooded, however, it's up to Tortoise to dig them a new place to live. And so she digs a room of her own and a room for Mouse. But...

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Ariana Grande  by Liz Gogerly

Ariana Grande

Liz Gogerly

"This is the story of Ariana Grande's incredible journey to superstardom. Discover how a young girl from Florida began her career in musical theatre, before a big break on television propelled her to international stardom, becoming very, very Popular, indeed....

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Between you and me  by Rob Sanders

Between you and me

Rob Sanders

Picture book

"Two young kids meet for the first time and a playful friendship begins. From their backyard to the rolling hills of their neighborhood to the unlimited dreamscape of their imaginations, the two discover what it's like to connect with a true friend in real...

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Super-duper happy  by Vicky Fang

Super-duper happy

Vicky Fang

"Ava Lin is in first grade, and she's really good at dancing, making up games, and finding treasure. This week she's super-duper excited, because it's going to be the BEST WEEK EVER. First, her popo - Chinese for grandmother - is coming to visit, and Ava can't...

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The cupcake contest  by Ana Punset

The cupcake contest

Ana Punset

"When the Unicornia cupcake contest is announced, the entire kingdom gets baking! Of course, this is Unicornia, so every ingredient is magical. From cotton candy sugar to glittery frosting, there are so many amazing ingredients to be discovered. Can Claudia...

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Kickturn  by Brie Spangler

Kickturn

Brie Spangler

"Lindy doesn't love living a nomadic life with her influencer parents in their renovated RV-school bus - but she's used to it. They travel from national park to national park, where her mom creates #yogalife content. Lindy is supposed to be homeschooling, but...

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The popcorn puppy  by Pamela Butchart

The popcorn puppy

Pamela Butchart

"When Lauren brings her puppy to school, Class 2R have a mission: hide the puppy from Miss Riley. But it's Movie Afternoon and the delicious smell of popcorn is too tempting for any puppy to resist."--Publisher.

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The hurricane girls  by Kimberly Willis Holt

The hurricane girls

Kimberly Willis Holt

"Born in the wake of Hurricane Katrina, Greer, Joya Mia, and Kiki are seventh graders and the best of friends. After an accident leaves Greer's little sister paralyzed, Greer is forever changed by the experience and blames herself. Kiki and Joya Mia will do...

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Slugfest  by Gordon Korman

Slugfest

Gordon Korman

"Yash is the best athlete at Robinette Middle School-so good, in fact, that he's already playing on the high school's JV sports teams. Imagine his shock when he learns that his JV practices have kept him from earning a state-mandated credit for eighth-grade...

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The summer puppy  by Holly Webb

The summer puppy

Holly Webb

"Izzy is so excited to be staying at a gorgeous Greek villa for the summer holidays - they even have a beautiful pool all to themselves! Then she spots a little puppy hiding in the bushes, who she names Mango. He looks scared and hungry, so Izzy tries to win...

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Death Bringer  by Derek Landy

Death Bringer

Derek Landy

"The Necromancers no longer need Valkyrie to be their Death Bringer, and that's a Good Thing. There's just one catch. There's a reason the Necromancers don't need her any more - because they've found their Death Bringer already, the person who will dissolve...

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The fierce little woman and the wicked pirate  by Joy Cowley

The fierce little woman and the wicked pirate

Joy Cowley

Picture book

The fierce little woman lived in a house at the end of a jetty. She knitted socks in blue and green wool to sell to sailors who had got their feet wet. But when there were no ships at her jetty, she was quite alone. One stormy day, a pirate came to the house...

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Bombs on Aunt Dainty  by Judith Kerr

Bombs on Aunt Dainty

Judith Kerr

"Partly autobiographical, this is the second title in Judith Kerr's internationally acclaimed trilogy of books following the life of Anna through war-torn Germany, to London during the Blitz and her return to Berlin to discover the past."--Amazon.com.

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The lucky shoes  by Jacqueline De Rose-Ahern

The lucky shoes

Jacqueline De Rose-Ahern

"Ariana Treasure loves helping her friends and Maya definitely needs her help. There's a talent show at school, but Maya thinks she has no talent. To add to Maya's dilemma, she is desperate to impress her grandfather who is visiting all the way from Sri Lanka....

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The fairy tales of the Brothers Grimm  by Jacob Grimm

The fairy tales of the Brothers Grimm

Jacob Grimm

"From Snow White to Cinderella, Rapunzel to Rumpelstiltskin, the Brothers Grimm bequeathed a canon of stories which have become literary and childhood classics. The most widely read story collection after the Bible, their magical tales are stalwarts of early...

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Horse camp  by Carrie Seim

Horse camp

Carrie Seim

"Seventh-grader Willa is head-over-hooves when she finds a secret note inviting her to Juniper Ranch - a sleepaway camp that's all about horses. The camp promises trail rides, horseback swims, and 'ghorst' stories, plus tons of new horse-girl and (gasp!)...

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The dance show  by Ana Punset

The dance show

Ana Punset

"The Unicornia talent show is almost here! At the last minute, Claudia and her friends Sara and Pippa have decided to create their own special dance routine. The stage is designed as a big sparkling rainbow with singing flowers and cotton-candy clouds. Can the...

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Amina Banana and the formula for friendship  by Shifa Saltagi Safadi

Amina Banana and the formula for friendship

Shifa Saltagi Safadi

"After moving from Syria to Indiana, third-grade science enthusiast Amina tries to find the perfect formula to make friends at her new school."--Publisher.

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Weird sad and silent  by Alison McGhee

Weird sad and silent

Alison McGhee

"Daisy has been working on invisibilizing herself-ever since living with her mother's violent ex-boyfriend, and now to avoid the school bullies who are targeting her. She keeps a low profile, eating lunch with the librarian instead of in the Lunchroom of...

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Billions to burn  by Taylor Banks

Billions to burn

Taylor Banks

"Twelve-year-old African American Zeus embarks on a treasure hunt to find his grandfather and uncover the secrets that destroyed his grandfather's printing company during the Harlem Renaissance."--Publisher.

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Lost in the future. 2, Trapped! by 1976- author. Damián

Lost in the future. 2, Trapped!

1976- author. Damián

Graphic novel

"The future is no walk in the park... as our five young friends are about to find out once more! With the help of the Knights Templar, our heroes have made another jump through time in an attempt to return to the present and their families. Something has gone...

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Together we remember  by Jackie Morera

Together we remember

Jackie Morera

"Gisele and Papi find a way to create new memories on their first Father's Day without Mami."--Provided by publisher.

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Grumpy monkey. 3, School stinks! by Suzanne Lang

Grumpy monkey. 3, School stinks!

Suzanne Lang

Graphic novel

"Jim Panzee is forced to go back to school but his boring lessons prove helpful when one of his classmates falls ill."--Provided by publisher.

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Camp frenemies by Liz Montague

Camp frenemies

Liz Montague

Graphic novel

"Beatrice, Roxy, and Virginia are fresh out of 6th grade and ready to conquer a new their first week at sleepaway camp. Beatrice would rather be in the company of her stuffed animals than people, something her parents hope camp will help with. Roxy, fresh from...

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This makes that by Ivan Brunetti

This makes that

Ivan Brunetti

Graphic novel

"A diverse group of elementary school students play with STEAM concepts in a classroom Makerspace, experimenting with a lemon battery, a baking-soda rocket, ice cream, and much more!"--Provided by publisher.

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Pencil & Eraser. 2, Lost and frown! by Jenny Alvarado

Pencil & Eraser. 2, Lost and frown!

Jenny Alvarado

Graphic novel

"Pencil and Eraser are on their way to their first ever karate class--well, their person Stella is and they are tagging along. When Pencil gets a little too excited practicing her ninja moves, she falls right out of Stella's backpack and lands on the sidewalk!...

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Charlie Cook's favourite book  by Julia Donaldson

Charlie Cook's favourite book

Julia Donaldson

Picture book

"Charlie Cook is reading a book about a pirate captain, who is reading a book about Goldilocks, who is reading about a knight, who is reading about a frog . . . From kings and queens to aliens and ghosts, there's something for everyone in Charlie's amazing...

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Heidi by Mariah Marsden

Heidi

Mariah Marsden

Graphic novel

"When young Heidi is sent to live with her grandfather in a small shepherd's hut in the Swiss Alps, everyone expects him to turn her away. He has a bad reputation: mean, growly, and harsh as the cold mountain winds. But Heidi is quick to take on any challenge,...

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The Smurfs archives. Volume two by Y. (Yvan) Delporte

The Smurfs archives. Volume two

Y. (Yvan) Delporte

Graphic novel

"The Smurfs Archives Volume 2 continues to publish The Smurfs in their original chronological order while featuring insightful intros and historical context from legendary Smurfologist, Matt Murray. This volume begins with the 1964 story, The Smurf King and...

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Signs of friendship  by Annie Silvestro

Signs of friendship

Annie Silvestro

"Sally and Sonia, two best friends who communicate in sign language, plant a garden, but when Sonia befriends Dev and his puppy gets loose in the garden, Sally becomes upset and fears she is losing her best friend."--Provided by publisher.

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The golden dragon  by Russell Punter

The golden dragon

Russell Punter

"Travel back to Ancient China to solve the puzzles and find a dragon. Jade and Jack travel back in time to Ancient China and embark on a quest to find the legendary golden dragon. Lots of brain-teasing puzzles stand between them and their goal, as do a couple...

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The toy bus  by Amy Sparkes

The toy bus

Amy Sparkes

Picture book

"Elsie and her little brother, David, love watching the red buses that drive past. David longs to be able to toddle up to see them a little closer, but he has cerebral palsy and finds it difficult to stand. One day, Elsie has an idea to buy David a beautiful,...

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Ten little kittens  by Lucy (Children's author) Rowland

Ten little kittens

Lucy (Children's author) Rowland

Picture book

"The sun is up, it's a brand-new day. Ten little kittens want to play. So close your eyes, you mustn't peek. Let's play a game of hide-and-seek! Join ten little kittens as they set off on an adventure full of charm and mischief! There's a new busy scene to...

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Sammy and the stolen paintings  by Charlie P. Brooks

Sammy and the stolen paintings

Charlie P. Brooks

"Setterpoo Sammy has a brilliant sense of smell. She can sniff out anything. When Sammy uncovers a fake forged painting and is dognapped by villain Monsieur de Noir, she needs Best Human Friend, Beanie, Robin the sheepdog and Mogpuss the cat to help her out....

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Torla & Smorla and the deeper than average hole  by Kes Gray

Torla & Smorla and the deeper than average hole

Kes Gray

Picture book

"Meet Torla, the taller-than-average giraffe, and Smorla, who's... well, smaller than average. Smorla must find a way to rescue her friend... but despite her efforts, Torla stays resolutely stuck. How best to get her out?! Featuring two stronger-than-average...

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Don't lose Mr. Cuddles  by Dev Petty

Don't lose Mr. Cuddles

Dev Petty

Picture book

"Chip the dog shares important life lessons as he tells the tale of his missing stuffy and best friend, Mr. Cuddles"--

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Chick pea  by Steve Antony

Chick pea

Steve Antony

Picture book

"Chick loves peas and he's getting ready for a pea party. But perhaps not everyone likes pea pizza or peas on toast... and why stick with green when there's a whole rainbow of good food to enjoy? Roll on red, hello yellow and hooray for blue! Now come on in...

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Changing tides  by Júlia Moscardó

Changing tides

Júlia Moscardó

Picture book

"When Theo and his mother join Lula's family, the new siblings navigate the challenges and joys of forming new relationships while building sandcastles."--Provided by publisher.

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Haru. Book 2, Summer by Joe (Writer) Latham

Haru. Book 2, Summer

Joe (Writer) Latham

Graphic novel

"Haru, Yama, and the rest of the gang return for the next chapter in their epic adventure. Continuing their quest to reach The Beacon, Haru and Yama discover more challenges (and find more answers) along their way. Meet new figures such as Blight's new...

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Animal Rescue Friends. 4, Finding home by Jana Tropper

Animal Rescue Friends. 4, Finding home

Jana Tropper

Graphic novel

"When ARF is flooded with requests for pet-care advice, the kids come up with a great idea to reach lots of people at once: They'll start an animal-care podcast! But when the hard work of creating a podcast leads to lots of new and exciting opportunities...

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How to draw favourite characters

How to draw favourite characters

"Young artists will embark on an exciting artistic journey full of friends, incredible superheroes, fast race cars, brave explorers, and much more! This 144-page how to draw book includes favorite characters from Mickey Mouse & Friends, Winnie the Pooh, The...

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