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Tornado rescue  by Rekha S. Rajan

Tornado rescue

Rekha S. Rajan

"Leela, Jaden, and the rest of the Jackson family, travel to Oklahoma to help people and animals dealing with tornadoes tearing through town and causing green skies, swirling winds, and fallen trees."--Provided by publisher.

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Dive for the black pearl  by Robin Yardi

Dive for the black pearl

Robin Yardi

"With the Coral Keepers still under the evil Rozaro's sleep spell it is up to mermaids Finn, Moon, and Link to journey to the Sapphire Sea and find the black pearl that will free the Keepers from the spell."--Provided by publisher.

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Elio  by Suzanne Francis

Elio

Suzanne Francis

"Elio finds it hard to fit in everywhere he goes. That is, until he is suddenly beamed up into space, transported across the galaxy, and mistaken to be the intergalactic Ambassador for Earth."--Publisher.

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Buzz sausage wolf  by Jim Beckett

Buzz sausage wolf

Jim Beckett

"Buzz Sausage Wolf is keen to win the love (and biscuits) of his New Family. He wants to be the perfect pet and impress them, but who is Pack Leader? Is it Britney, the small but shouty one? Her brother who secretly gives Buzz delicious and definitely...

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Sausage dog surfer  by Bella Swift

Sausage dog surfer

Bella Swift

"Stanley the sausage dog puppy is off to the seaside for the first time! But Stanley feels left out by the cool dogs at the beach because he doesn't even know how to doggy-paddle. Can Stanley become one of the gang, or will his attempts to make friends be a...

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Rocky and Nova don't need doors  by Corey Powell

Rocky and Nova don't need doors

Corey Powell

"Rocky, a superpuppy with the ability to move through objects, joins his siblings in the human world and teams up with a human named Nova to complete their mission and bring back the missing dogs from their superpack."--Provided by publisher.

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Tobey and Jones go places  by Corey Powell

Tobey and Jones go places

Corey Powell

"Tobey, a superpuppy with the ability to dissapear and reappear, joins his siblings in the human world and teams up with a human named Jones to complete their mission and bring back the missing dogs from their superpack."--Provided by publisher.

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Sparkle and Iggy take flight  by Corey Powell

Sparkle and Iggy take flight

Corey Powell

"Siblings Moose, Sparkle, Rocky, and Tobey are superpuppies. Each pup has a special power that will help them with their mission of keeping humans safe--from super strength to flight to phasing through objects to teleportation. But when the big dogs in their...

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Fergie and Chouchou  by Hannah René Shaw

Fergie and Chouchou

Hannah René Shaw

"Fergie and ChouChou, two foster kittens, wonder why they are still in Fosterland as they watch others leave for their forever homes, unaware they may have already found theirs."--Publisher.

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Detective Galileo  by Peter Helliar

Detective Galileo

Peter Helliar

"For as long as he can remember, it has been Galileo's dream to become a police horse. But when his dream comes true, he soon realises he's not there to solve crimes - he's just a vehicle to carry around the 'real' human detectives. When Galileo witnesses a...

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Turkey trot plot  by Carolyn Keene

Turkey trot plot

Carolyn Keene

"When a chocolate turkey--the intended prize for the winners of a Thanksgiving Day race--disappears, Nancy and her friends identify and eliminate suspects in their search for the missing confection."--Provided by publisher.

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The lost loot of Lima  by Melissa Wray

The lost loot of Lima

Melissa Wray

"Ben stays with Nan for the first time since Pa died. The family are still grieving, particularly Ben who adored his grandfather. Ben finds a note with a treasure map. It promises an adventure like many others he went on with Pa. But before the treasure hunt...

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Pippa and the sheep snatchers  by Lauren Middleton

Pippa and the sheep snatchers

Lauren Middleton

"Someone is stealing sheep from the sleepy town of Dargaville! When Pippa's woolly best friend Lulabelle gets snatched, she goes on an extraordinary adventure to get her friend back with the help of ex-professional-weightlifting policeman Mike Te Hira. There...

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Rise of the Ender Dragon  by Zack (Fictitious character) Zombie

Rise of the Ender Dragon

Zack (Fictitious character) Zombie

"Ever wonder what life is like for a Minecraft Zombie? When Zombie discovers that Blaze Blazelton battled an Ender Dragon to get a Dragon Egg, he's super jealous. He wants to become the next Dragon Rider of Minecraft! So... he takes the Dragon Egg to teach...

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Toy story

Toy story

"Woody is Andy's favourite toy until a new Buzz Lightyear toy arrives. But Woody and Buzz must work together when they get separated from the rest of the toys and have to find their way back home. Will they ever make it back to Andy's room?"--Publisher.

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Bin chicken's wipe-out  by Kate Temple

Bin chicken's wipe-out

Kate Temple

"Surf's Up! Benny, Scrap and Tweeter are off for a day at the seaside. But the squawky seagulls think they own the beach ... and they have a pesky plan to get rid of bin chickens once and for all! Is this trashy trio headed for a total wipe-out?!"--Provided by...

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Even weirder!  by Anh Do

Even weirder!

Anh Do

"Weir's back and even weirder! But it's not just Weir who's weird, it's his whole family. Not even their pet bird is normal! How will he keep cool with a school trip to the zoo coming up and Bella's birthday party?! It won't be easy ... but it will be...

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Caverns of the Gemosaurus  by Matty Long

Caverns of the Gemosaurus

Matty Long

"Croaky and his fellow scouts are searching for the Gemosaurus, a mythical creature that lives underground in the crystal caverns - but will they survive the deadly obstacles in their path?"--Publisher.

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Fantastic floor  by Georgia Godwin

Fantastic floor

Georgia Godwin

"Georgia is 10 years old and loves gymnastics. She wants to be an international gymnastics star and this is her diary. Join Georgia as she chases her dreams! There is a lot happening in Georgia's world with clashes in her school and elite gym schedules. At...

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Kingdom clash  by Ari Avatar

Kingdom clash

Ari Avatar

"Ari is just a regular avatar from Blockville who loves hanging out with his two best friends - Zeke, an obby and parkour pro, and Jez, the ultimate hacker and Queen of Tech. Ari, Jez and Zeke discover a new portal after school one day. When they enter the...

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Robot time!  by Anh Do

Robot time!

Anh Do

"Hotdog and his friends are off to the Robot Museum! They're buzzing to see the amazing Gorilla Bots! But what happens when the bots go batty?! Those robots need a re-boot!"--Provided by publisher.

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Encyclopedia Brown, boy detective  by Donald J. Sobol

Encyclopedia Brown, boy detective

Donald J. Sobol

"With a knack for trivia, Encyclopedia solves mysteries for the neighborhood kids through his detective agency. But his dad is also the chief of police, and every night, Encyclopedia helps him solve his most baffling crimes. Join Encyclopedia Brown as he...

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The hidden temple  by Mandy Archer

The hidden temple

Mandy Archer

"Each story follows the friends at Unicorn Academy as they explore the island and its many magical secrets, from crumbling hidden temples and rickety old bridges to magical creatures and Grim Magic, there is never a dull moment at Unicorn Academy!"--Publisher.

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Green Jolene and the neighborhood swap  by Wendy Mass

Green Jolene and the neighborhood swap

Wendy Mass

"A girl must part with her beloved rain boots and organizes a neighborhood swap to find them a new home"--

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Aurora and Jewel  by Julie Sykes

Aurora and Jewel

Julie Sykes

"Hidden deep beneath the waves is Mermaid Academy, a magical school where mermaids are paired with their very own dolphin and must discover their unique mermaid magic, with plenty of adventure along the way! Aurora is terrified when Lilac Star go on a dive to...

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Judy Moody and the bad luck charm  by Megan McDonald

Judy Moody and the bad luck charm

Megan McDonald

"Will Judy's lucky penny lead her to the nation's capital -- or to third-grade C-A-L-A-M-I-T-Y? And what do her spelling-bee nemesis and a potbellied pig have to do with it? The lucky penny in Judy Moody's pocket sure does seem to be working. She can't stop...

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The horror at Camp Jellyjam  by R. L. Stine

The horror at Camp Jellyjam

R. L. Stine

Camp Jellyjam is no ordinary sports camp. The counsellors seem a little too happy. And why are they so obsessed with winning? It might have something to do with the hideous, slimy discovery lurking in the darkness.

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Pippi goes to school  by Astrid Lindgren

Pippi goes to school

Astrid Lindgren

After Tommy and Annika entice Pippi into going to school, her first-and-only day there is unlike anything they ever expected.

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My treasury of bedtime stories

My treasury of bedtime stories

"Swing through New York as you protect the city with Spider-Man and his friends in this collection of adventurous bedtime tales! With villains around every corner of the city, their spidey senses are tingling. Join Spider-Man, Ghost-Spider and Miles Morales as...

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My treasury of bedtime stories

My treasury of bedtime stories

"Find courage with Elsa, go on Olaf's treasure hunt and celebrate the opening of the castle gates with Anna and more!"--Provided by publisher.

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Ramona forever  by Beverly Cleary

Ramona forever

Beverly Cleary

Ramona's year in third grade is highlighted by the arrival of Howie's rich Uncle Hobart, a change in her after-school situation, a surprise wedding, a death and a new arrival in the family, and her father's getting a job.

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Older not wiser  by Sophy Henn

Older not wiser

Sophy Henn

"Hello! My name is Jeanie and I am 7 3/4. One of my grandmas is called Bad Nana. I am not completely sure why, but it might be because things sort of happen when she's around. Things that often end up in big trouble. My dad says she should know better. But I'm...

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Down and out down under  by Geronimo Stilton

Down and out down under

Geronimo Stilton

"Petunia Pretty Paws has landed! Right in the middle of Geronimo Stilton's busy life. Petunia's offer of an Australian adventure couldn't have come at a worse time, but apparently 'no' isn't an option. Now one question remains: will Geronimo make it back to...

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Starglow Lake and other stories  by Fiona Munro

Starglow Lake and other stories

Fiona Munro

"Each story follows the friends at Unicorn Academy as they explore the island and its many magical secrets, from Grim Magic in Starglow Lake and a vision of Sophia's dad in a pool of water to a broken friendship and a gem that must be put back together, there...

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Hello, I'm here  by Alex (Children's story writer) Field

Hello, I'm here

Alex (Children's story writer) Fiel...

"My name is Ava Spark, and I probably speak in a different way to you. Come and join me and my friends as we welcome the super awesome new girl, Liv, to our school. Are you ready? Because I am and I'm here!"--Publisher.

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Team magic  by Pippa Funnell

Team magic

Pippa Funnell

"Tilly and her horse, Magic Spirit, are inseparable. Are they closer to achieving their dreams of stardom? Tilly is excited to be picked for the Novice Championships, but her dreams turn to nightmares when unexpectedly someone who claims to be Magic Spirit's...

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Ajay and the red-winged prince  by Ewa Jozefkowicz

Ajay and the red-winged prince

Ewa Jozefkowicz

"When history-loving Ajay discovers an amazing old book in the library, with a beautiful map of Willow Wish Woods, he knows it's something special. It tells the story of the Red-Winged Prince, who cared for the forest long ago and looked after the animals....

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Team spirit  by Pippa Funnell

Team spirit

Pippa Funnell

"Tilly and Magic Spirit have been chosen to take part in the Pony Club Eventing championships. She and her new teammates, and their horses, are put through their paces in dressage, cross country and show jumping, as they discover how to work...

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The roar of Cerberus  by Joan Holub

The roar of Cerberus

Joan Holub

"Cerberus is a three-headed Beast with a scary-dragon tail. Each head has its own name and special sense. But all three share a big secret: they are afraid of EVERYTHING. They are even afraid to test out their bark! At their school, more Creatures than Beasts...

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Emily's cupcake chaos!  by Coco Simon

Emily's cupcake chaos!

Coco Simon

"The Mini Cupcake Club friends are excited to bake for the school dance and Emily is determined to provide absolutely perfect cupcakes."--Provided by publisher.

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Deep waters  by H. I. Larry

Deep waters

H. I. Larry

Twelve-year-old Zac sets out on his first solo mission as a spy for the Government Investigation Bureau, piloting an amphibious submersible in hopes of preventing enemies from accessing a top-secret transmitter 4,000 feet below the ocean's surface.

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Lost! the hundred-mile-an-hour dog  by Jeremy Strong

Lost! the hundred-mile-an-hour dog

Jeremy Strong

"Streaker the dog is lost and it wasn't even her fault! She wanted to protect some pies from the pie robber and suddenly she's miles from home and has to make friends with a cat. It gets even hairier when they find themselves face-to-face with a baboon. Will...

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Mission: River Crest rescue  by Paul Ian Cross

Mission: River Crest rescue

Paul Ian Cross

"When best friends Lilli, Leo and Bea open an ancient chest and discover an old board game, Questland, their day takes an unexpected twist! Magically transported to the kingdom of Questland, the trio find themselves with superpowers. Transformed into the...

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Creepy capers!  by Tracey Corderoy

Creepy capers!

Tracey Corderoy

"When fun-loving lion cub Rex bursts into the shop, Wilbur has the perfect thing - a FANG-tastic spooky adventure, with plenty of thrills and spills! Join fun-loving Rex as he helps the sacked Ghost Gang get back on stage, meets his prank-playing match on a...

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Maggie Sparks and the alien invasion  by Steve Smallman

Maggie Sparks and the alien invasion

Steve Smallman

"Maggie tries everything to be like Arthur's space-loving friends - even reading BORING science books. But nothing works! Things go from bad to worse when an angry astronaut upsets Arthur."--Provided by publisher.

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Bad Kitty takes the test  by Nick Bruel

Bad Kitty takes the test

Nick Bruel

"Based on her previous bad behavior, the Society of Cat Aptitude has determined that Kitty is not only a bad kitty but a bad cat. In order to redeem her feline status, Kitty must take an aptitude test to determine if she deserves to be a cat."--Provided by...

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The Edmontosaurus stampede  by Rex Stone

The Edmontosaurus stampede

Rex Stone

"Jamie has just moved to Ammonite Bay, a stretch of coastline famous for its fossils. Jamie is a member of the Dinosaur Club - a network of kids around the world who love all things prehistoric. Jamie takes his tablet everywhere, just in case he needs to...

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Stories for 5 year olds  by Enid Blyton

Stories for 5 year olds

Enid Blyton

"A collection of short stories perfect for children aged five. Read about the time the pixies moved into the playroom and when a cloak that could make you invisible vanished."--Provided by publisher.

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Etta flies high  by Maddy Mara

Etta flies high

Maddy Mara

"It's almost time for the fairies' favorite spring event--the Midblossom Ball. But something isn't right with the Forever Tree. It's starting to wilt, and none of the fairy wands are working properly. Etta and the other Alpha Wings must travel to the...

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A Minecraft movie  by David Lewman

A Minecraft movie

David Lewman

"One day in a small Idaho town, a mysterious portal opens to the Overworld, a cubic wonderland where creativity - and crafting - are key. As a group of adventurers step through, they encounter familiar and fan-favourite characters, from piglins to zombies to...

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The story of Gumluck and the heroes  by Adam Rex

The story of Gumluck and the heroes

Adam Rex

"A hero fights for what is right! A hero's aim is true! Is the hero of this story like that? I don't know. He is the kind of person who might turn you into a donut if he's thinking too hard about donuts. His name is Gumluck the Wizard, and he is on a Quest....

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Extinction  by Jeff Norton

Extinction

Jeff Norton

"Now an established Dino Knight, Henry Fairchild sets off to find his lost parents, but is soon caught up in a battle to save the environment of the dinosaurs and to uphold the duty of conservation."--Provided by publisher.

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Hairbrain saves the ocean  by Danny Katz

Hairbrain saves the ocean

Danny Katz

"This is a story about how I came up with a massively brainy plan to clean up all the disgusting pollution on the beach to help save the whole world!!!!!! (And also save my whole school holidays) (Which is not as important as saving the world, I know) (But...

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Ready, set, go!  by Maddy Mara

Ready, set, go!

Maddy Mara

"Violet Voom has three pets, one jet and an itch to travel. Wherever Violet goes in her fabulous purple jet, her fabulous (but not purple) pets go too. The pets -- a sleek cat, a goofy poodle and a parrot with a terrible case of beak leak -- are called the Jet...

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Lilo and Stitch  by Kiki Thorpe

Lilo and Stitch

Kiki Thorpe

"When a lonely little Hawaiian girl named Lilo makes a wish on a falling star, she doesn't realise the falling star is actually a spaceship being piloted by an out-of-this-world alien named Stitch!"--Provided by publisher.

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My treasury of baby animal stories.

My treasury of baby animal stories.

"Learn how panda cubs, penguin chicks, jaguar cubs grow up, and become inspired by the babies of the wild animals you know and love."--Provided by publisher.

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The cabbage juice crime  by David (Children's author) O'Connell

The cabbage juice crime

David (Children's author) O'Connell

"Dash is a little firefly. One of his wings is shorter than the other so he flies more slowly than everyone else, but that doesn't stop him getting where he wants to go. When he's happy, his bottom lights up! And he's happiest when he's eating custard and...

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Pokémon 5-minute stories  by Christy Webster

Pokémon 5-minute stories

Christy Webster

"Join Pokemon Trainers Liko and Roy as they travel on an airship helmed by Captain Pikachu in search of adventure."--Provided by publisher.

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Bad Kitty gets a phone  by Nick Bruel

Bad Kitty gets a phone

Nick Bruel

"Kitty has almost everything a cat could want-a warm bed, plenty of fresh litter, a machine that dispenses food whenever she wants! Everything ... except for a phone! To get a device of such magic and beauty, Kitty must do extra chores around the house for...

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Marya Khan and the disastrous class project  by Saadia Faruqi

Marya Khan and the disastrous class project

Saadia Faruqi

"It's time for her class's country project, and Marya is super excited. She loves public speaking, and she's assigned Pakistan, where her family is from. But Marya has two problems: She doesn't actually know very much about her grandparents' country, and she's...

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Sabotage at the fete cake bake  by Meg McLaren

Sabotage at the fete cake bake

Meg McLaren

"Budding detective Watts is back in Little Gossip to visit the Whiskertons and attend the village fete bake off. He's looking forward to a fun weekend, but then disaster strikes when the ovens flood with batter and accusations of sabotage begin to fly! Who's...

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This little pup went to the market  by Cam Higgins

This little pup went to the market

Cam Higgins

"Bo's trip to the farmer's market takes a fun and chaotic turn when he discovers one of his animal friends from the farm accidentally tagged along." --

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Amy looks before she leaps  by Callie Barkley

Amy looks before she leaps

Callie Barkley

After finding a stray kitten who is blind, Amy learns how to take extra care of her, soon discovering little Sherlock can do lots of things on her own, and is ready for the Critter Club to find her a loving forever home.

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The emerald egg  by Kayla Whaley

The emerald egg

Kayla Whaley

"In Australia, Abbi, Lydia, and Daniel work with Abbi's cousin to find out who has stolen a precious emerald emu egg"--

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Dungeon crawl!  by Nick Eliopulos

Dungeon crawl!

Nick Eliopulos

"Morgan, Ash, Harper, Po and Jodi return in another adventure in the world of Minecraft. The school play is taking over everyone's lives, but Po and his friends have other things to worry about. The source of the Evoker King's power is hidden in a deadly...

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Ghast in the machine!  by Nick Eliopulos

Ghast in the machine!

Nick Eliopulos

"Jodi, Ash, Morgan and their fellow Minecraft players go out into the real world to find clues to the identity of the mysterious and sinister Evoker King. Not only do they need to find out who--or what--he is, but they need to know if it's really possible for...

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The kitty-catwalk  by Melody Mews

The kitty-catwalk

Melody Mews

"Itty Bitty Princess Kitty prepares for the Lollyland Fashion Show, determined to stay true to her style despite pressure to wear a fancy princess dress."--Provided by publisher.

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The ghostly surprise!  by Pip Bird

The ghostly surprise!

Pip Bird

"Things get spooky as Theo, his friends and their dragons are getting ready to celebrate Halloween at Dragon Towers. Everyone's excited about their fancy dress outfits - but there are strange roars coming from the forbidden tower... is it a ghost...

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Shyla's wood wide web  by Ewa Jozefkowicz

Shyla's wood wide web

Ewa Jozefkowicz

"At Forest School, the Woodland Explorers are learning about fungi and how it connects trees underground in a huge network known as the Wood Wide Web. When Shyla is given her grandmother's binoculars, she discovers mushrooms growing in a circle, called a pixie...

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The pocket dog  by Holly Webb

The pocket dog

Holly Webb

"Kitty is feeling left out. Her friends want to spend time with the new girl at school and Kitty has no one to play with. Luckily, Kitty has Frank to talk to. Frank is her family's puppy and he's so small he can fit in Dad's pocket! Can this little puppy bring...

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Daisy and the trouble with giants  by Kes Gray

Daisy and the trouble with giants

Kes Gray

"Fee Fi Fo Fum! What has Daisy gone and done?! Daisy has decided she wants to meet a REAL giant! Trouble is, if you want to meet a giant you need a magic bean. And finding magic beans can be troublesome. The trouble with giants is they really shouldn't live at...

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The fast and the furriest  by JaNay Brown-Wood

The fast and the furriest

JaNay Brown-Wood

"There is a new puppy in town! A baby corgi has arrived at the Doghouse, ready to learn how to become a Love Puppy. The pups have an extra-tough mission this time - to help Samnang deal with bullies at school. With the help of their pup in training, will the...

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Changing tunes  by JaNay Brown-Wood

Changing tunes

JaNay Brown-Wood

"Yip! Yip! Hooray! A little magic can save the day! Noodles is so excited for her cousin Curlicue to visit! But when duty calls, the pups have to put their fun plans on hold to help Magnolia. Her two moms are so busy taking care of Magnolia's new baby brother...

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Recipe for success  by JaNay Brown-Wood

Recipe for success

JaNay Brown-Wood

"The Love Puppies are thrilled to hear that Jayden wants to enter a baking competition. But when practice ends in disaster, Clyde wonders if they'll be able to boost Jayden's confidence in times. This mission might be over before it starts if Jayden decides...

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Sparrow spreads her wings  by Gail Donovan

Sparrow spreads her wings

Gail Donovan

"Sparrow Robinson hears a strange thwack from her bedroom window, and soon finds an injured pigeon getting buried in the snow, so she and best friend Paloma bring the bird inside while the grownups are busy, determined to nurse it back to health, even with...

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Salma joins the team  by Ahmad Danny Ramadan

Salma joins the team

Ahmad Danny Ramadan

"Salma dreams of becoming a champion swimmer like her hero, Olympian Yusra Mardini. So when she signs up for her school's swim club, it feels like her dreams could come true - until mean comments from older girls at the pool and women at her mosque spark body...

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Tawny trouble  by Deb Fitzpatrick

Tawny trouble

Deb Fitzpatrick

"Driving through the bush at night, Tessa's family accidentally hit a tawny frogmouth, and they feel terrible. But the tawny is alive and needs their help. What Tess doesn't know is where that help will lead..."--Publisher.

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Epic quest  by Ari Avatar

Epic quest

Ari Avatar

"Ari is just a regular avatar from Blockville who loves hanging out with his two best friends - Zeke, an obby and parkour pro, and Jez, the ultimate hacker and Queen of Tech. When Ari, Jez and Zeke discover a portal in the woods, they decide to go through it...

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Lola and Larch mend a magic mess  by Sinéad O'Hart

Lola and Larch mend a magic mess

Sinéad O'Hart

"Magical adventures in a forest full of fairies with everyone's favourite human-fairy best friend team, Lola and Larch, for fans of Rainbow Magic and Isadora Moon. Lola and Larch uncover a threat to the forest where the fairy clan lives. Wicked Fairy Euphorbia...

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For sale!  by Swapna Haddow

For sale!

Swapna Haddow

""Oh no! The zoo is going to close! And all of the animals will be sent back to where they came from. Lin the Bad Panda is happy about the idea of being returned to the panda sanctuary from where she came. She can't wait to be reunited with her beloved...

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Moose and Violet knock things down  by Corey Powell

Moose and Violet knock things down

Corey Powell

"When the adult dogs in their superpack go missing, Moose, a friendly puppy with superstrength, embarks on an adventure to find a human companion and save the day."--Provided by publisher.

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Time to fly  by Anh Do

Time to fly

Anh Do

"When Miss Anne announces the whole class will be dancing at the Awesome Schools Concert, everyone's excited! But the amazing routine finishes in a pyramid ... with JJ at the very top. JJ would love to be a su-PAW-star! Can he conquer his fears and become top...

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Fuecoco, I choose you!  by Maria S. Barbo

Fuecoco, I choose you!

Maria S. Barbo

"The new Pokémon Trainers are here! Join Liko, Roy, and their friends and Pokémon pals as they sail toward adventure on an airship steered by Captain Pikachu! They work to discover the mysteries of Pokémon -- as well as the mysteries of a special pendant Liko...

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Rosey Stink Badger  by Suzanne Selfors

Rosey Stink Badger

Suzanne Selfors

"When bees invade the chicken coop, Willow seeks help from a friendly stink badger, but the other critters are afraid of her smelly spray."--Provided by publisher.

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Stink and the Big Bad Badgers  by Megan McDonald

Stink and the Big Bad Badgers

Megan McDonald

"Stink and his friends are raring to learn wilderness survival skills and form their own troop, the Big Bad Badgers, but there is more for the squabbling scouts to learn than tying knots, reading animal tracks and eating insects."--Publisher.

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Kimi the kekeno's big adventure  by Shelley Burne-Field

Kimi the kekeno's big adventure

Shelley Burne-Field

"Kimi the kekeno is going on the biggest adventure of his life - the long and scary journey to the magical Stone Circle. Along the way Kimi and his friends meet a giant squid who needs their help, a wise old stingray and a very hungry hammerhead shark. Does...

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Becoming Grace  by Hilary McKay

Becoming Grace

Hilary McKay

"Despite her fear of boats, Grace Darling loves her life as the daughter of a lighthouse keeper and spends fun-filled childhood days with her three sisters, four brothers, numerous goats, chickens, cats and her beloved dog, Happy. The only shadows come from...

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Having fun  by Tanya Landman

Having fun

Tanya Landman

"When her friend Sam's pushy mum suggests that Meg and Merlin attend a 'fun day' at the stables where she works, Meg doesn't really feel she can say no.She enjoys the chance to improve her riding skills, but when Sam's mum tries to force Merlin over a water...

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The last house in the row  by Lesley Parr

The last house in the row

Lesley Parr

"Hayley is annoyed that her beloved cat keeps sneaking off to the garden of the eccentric old lady across the street. Lillian, or Boo as Hayley calls her, lives in the last house in the row after the rest were knocked down years ago. Lillian hasn't stepped...

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Dolrus the spiked destroyer  by Adam Blade

Dolrus the spiked destroyer

Adam Blade

"Katya and the rest of the New Protectors are facing their greatest challenge yet. The wizard Daltec has been struck down by a magical curse, and the land of Tangala is in grave danger from the sorceress Zuba, who wants to destroy the kingdom forever. But when...

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Zynara the striped prowler  by Adam Blade

Zynara the striped prowler

Adam Blade

"Nolan and the rest of the New Protectors are facing their greatest challenge yet. The wizard Daltec has been struck down by a magical curse, and the land of Tangala is in grave danger from the sorceress Zuba, who wants to destroy the kingdom forever. But when...

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The adventures of the Plott family  by Kristina (Teacher) Smith

The adventures of the Plott family

Kristina (Teacher) Smith

"Improve confidence in reading for struggling readers and children with dyslexia with this decodable chapter book collection filled with fun and exciting adventures; featuring six separate stories all in one big book! Follow the Plott family on a series of fun...

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Izzy the inventor and the Elf Inspectors  by Susanna Davidson

Izzy the inventor and the Elf Inspectors

Susanna Davidson

"Izzy's back in Fairytale Land to help Henry the Unicorn win the magic competition with some sneaky science. Little does she realise it's a trap! The Elf Inspectors are after Izzy, and Bad Fairy Brenda is trying to help them. Even worse, it could spell the end...

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Creatures of the deep  by Damian Harvey

Creatures of the deep

Damian Harvey

"When their sub gets trapped on the seabed, the Heroes must find a way to escape before they become a plesiosaur's next meal!"--Provided by publisher.

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Jurassic giants  by Damian Harvey

Jurassic giants

Damian Harvey

"When the Heroes discover a lost baby brachiosaurus, the race is on to find its mother before a predator appears..."--Provided by publisher.

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Library dreams  by Hayley Gannon

Library dreams

Hayley Gannon

"Luna Merrian is a ten-year-old with BIG dreams. This year, Luna is desperate to become a library monitor. AKA a Little Librarian! The only problem? Her school enemy: Jade Jones. There can only be ONE Little Librarian from their class, and Luna has three...

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Neecy and Nay Nay and the Glitter Girls  by Syrone Harvey

Neecy and Nay Nay and the Glitter Girls

Syrone Harvey

"Neecy and Nay Nay, members of the Glitter Girls Club, work to earn their Make a Difference badges by raising money to get new dentures for Mr. Otis."--Provided by publisher.

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Neecy and Nay Nay and the tangled, hairy mess  by Simone Dankenbring

Neecy and Nay Nay and the tangled, hairy mess

Simone Dankenbring

"When twin sisters Neecy and Nay open a salon for a class assignment, they discover styling is much harder than they thought."--Provided by publisher.

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Go for the gold  by Andy Nonamus

Go for the gold

Andy Nonamus

"A lucky coin causes an uncoordinated kid and an all-star athlete to swap skills in gym class."--Provided by publisher.

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Night of the dream dragon  by Tracey West

Night of the dream dragon

Tracey West

"When evil wizard Zoltan enters the Dream World hoping to find the Dream fountain, it is up to the Dragon Masters to stop him before he finds the fountain and unleashes his evil plan."--Publisher.

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