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Book SynopsisA young girl travels with her mother to meet the French branch of her family. She encounters the problem of illegal people smuggling.

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Book SynopsisA rollicking tale of a brave heroine told in hilarious rhyme and rhythm. Perfect to read aloud. This princess is perfect during the day and at night she is out fighting crime and catching criminals. But then One-eyed Pete the pirate arrives to steal the castle jewels...

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Book SynopsisKirk Scroggs is one of my favorite author/illustrators. --Dav Pilkey, #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Captain Underpants and Dog Man series.WARNING! UNLESS YOU HAVE EXPRESS PERMISSION FROM RUSSELL WEINWRIGHT TO ACCESS HIS NOTEBOOK, DO NOT READ ANY FURTHER. SERIOUSLY, WE MEAN IT.Okay, if you are still with us, here is what we can share: Russell is a middle schooler; he excessively doodles; he has two best friends, Charlotte and Preston; he is not so great at sports; and he is pond scum. Nicknamed Swamp Kid by his classmates, Russell has algae for hair, a tree trunk for a right arm, and a carrot for a finger. Also, Russell''s favorite meal is sunlight. Also, a frog lives in his arm. In this notebook, Russell details in both hilarious text and color illustrations (complete with ketchup stains!) what it''s like to be different, to discover his true talents, to avoid the intense stare of Mr. Finneca (his suspicious science teacher who

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Book SynopsisTrade Review***STARRED REVIEW*** "This is a heartfelt ode to Mexico and the power of children’s imaginations to impart beauty and wonder onto the world." * School Library Journal *

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Book SynopsisTrade ReviewA twisting, creeping mystery full of tenuous friendships, difficult choices, and beautiful magic: for every trans kid longing for an enchanted school to accept them as they are, A Hundred Vicious Turns is here. A spellbinding debut you won’t want to miss! * Andrew Joseph White, New York Times bestselling author of Hell Followed With Us *Lee Paige O’Brien delivers a dark academia full to the brim with secrets. A Hundred Vicious Turns combines everything I love about fantasy to create an inclusive tale that proves magic school is for everyone. A spellbinding magical mystery! * Rosiee Thor, author of Tarnished Are the Stars *Fascinating lore and an intriguing magic system combine to create a world readers will love exploring. Dark, thrilling, and fantastical. * Kirkus *Rat is nonbinary, and Harker is a trans man, and their friends-enemies-lovers relationship arc is a high point in the novel * School Library Journal *

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Book SynopsisA young girl’s small but powerful act of heroism during China’s “Sparrow War” teaches the value of compassion in this poetic picture book by #1 New York Times bestselling author Sara Pennypacker.   Sparrows were the enemy of farmers. According to the leader of the country, they were eating too much grain, so he announced a great “Sparrow War” to banish them from China.   But Ming-Li didn’t want to chase the birds away. As the people of her village gathered with firecrackers and gongs to scatter the sparrows, she watched in dismay.   Quietly, she vowed to save as many sparrows as she could, one by one...

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Book SynopsisLooking for Alaska meets Breaking Bad in this “winding, twisty” (Kirkus Reviews) novel about three teens, caught in the middle of the opioid crisis in rural Appalachia, whose world literally blows up around them. For as long as Miri can remember it’s been her and her dad, Poe, in Paradise—what Poe calls their home—hidden away from prying eyes in rural Kentucky. It’s not like Miri doesn’t know what her dad does or why people call him “the Wizard.” It’s not like she doesn’t know why Clay, her one friend and Poe’s right-hand man, patrols the grounds with a machine gun. It’s nothing new, but lately Paradise has started to feel more like a prison. Enter Fen. The new kid in town could prove to be exactly the distraction Miri needs…but nothing is ever simple. Poe doesn’t take kindly to strangers. Fen’s DEA agent father is a little too interested in Miri’s family. And Clay isn’t satisfied with being just friends with Miri anymore. But what’s past is prologue—it’s what will follow that will wreck everything. Shining a klieg light on the opioid crisis coursing through this country, Wrecked will have readers on the edge of their seat right up until the explosive ending.

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Book SynopsisReel him in. Make him love you. Break his heart? Think How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days for contemporary YA romance readers. A sure bet for anyone in search of a heartwarming, laugh-out-loud love story that will charm their socks off.Lark is the queen of breakups. When she ends things with a boy, there are never any hard feelings. Sometimes he doesn''t even realize that she broke up with him. And that''s exactly how Lark likes it. What''s the point in hurting people? Or getting hurt?Her best friends, Cooper and Katie, think Lark''s dating pattern is tragic. How can she know what love is if she refuses to take risks? They dare her to finally have a bad breakup, one that matters. To appease her friends, Lark selects "Undateable" Ardy Tate as her target. He''s a mysterious challenge and completely different from any guy she''s ever dated. Can she win him over? Will she break his heart? Or will the Queen of Breakups have her heart broken?Fall in love with another YA romance from Jen Klein, the author of Shuffle, Repeat, which SLJ praised as "addictive. Fans of Deb Caletti and Sarah Dessen will enjoy this sweet romance."

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Book SynopsisUnable to celebrate the holidays in the wake of his older brother''s death in a gang-related shooting, 12-year-old Lolly Rachpaul struggles to avoid being forced into a gang himself while constructing a fantastically creative LEGO city at the Harlem community center. Simultaneous eBook.

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Book SynopsisWhen his pet turtle goes missing, young Archer searches throughout his house, yard and very messy bedroom before he remembers to think like a turtle and pick up his toys, in an interactive story that invites children to help in the search. Illustrations.

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Book SynopsisReturn to Lake View Middle School in the third book of the PERFECT SCORE series from the beloved author of Because of Mr. Terupt.Eighth grade promises to be an unforgettable year of tears, laughter, surprises, and star power.GAVIN''s days of football glory have arrived, but an accident on the home front upends his family. Ever enterprising, NATALIE anchors a morning news broadcast at school--where she''s unafraid to tackle big issues. Being on the outs with his best friend sucks, but the more TREVOR tries to patch things up, the worse things get. Sidelined with a gymnastics injury, RANDI develops a bad attitude and worries that her mom''s new boyfriend means changes she won''t like. SCOTT discovers hidden talents . . . and becomes a secret weapon on and off the football field.It''s the final year of middle school--a time to play hard, smart, and together!

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Book Synopsis"Beautiful and wise, [this] is a gem of a book." --Adam Gidwitz, Newbery Honor-winning author of The Inquisitor''s TaleJust right for fans of Pam Muñoz Ryan, this story of moving out and moving on is a touching portrayal of the experience of leaving one''s home country and making new friends--sometimes where least expected. Eleven-year-old Carolina''s summer--and life as she knows it--is upended when Papi loses his job and she and her family must move from Puerto Rico to her Tía Cuca and Uncle Porter''s house in upstate New York. Now Carolina must attend Silver Meadows Camp, where her bossy older cousin Gabriela rules the social scene. Just as Carolina worries she''ll have to spend the entire summer in Gabriela''s shadow, she makes a friend of her own in Jennifer, a fellow artist. Carolina gets another welcome surprise when she stumbles upon a long-abandoned cottage in the woods near the campsite and immediately sees its potential as a creative haven for making art. There, with Jennifer, Carolina begins to reclaim the parts of the life she loved in Puerto Rico and forgets about how her relationship with Mami has changed and how distant Papi has become. But when the future of Silver Meadows and the cottage is thrown into jeopardy, Carolina and--to everyone''s surprise--Gabriela come up with a plan to save them. Will it work?

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Book SynopsisIncredibly rich and realistic illustrations take readers up close to the curious creatures and plants that thrive in the vast severe habitat of the ocean''s floor.Marine biologist and renowned children''s book writer Sneed B. Collard III introduces children to many fascinating sea creatures-from bioluminescent fish to giant tube worms-that survive without sunlight. A history of deep-sea exploration from sonar to submersibles shows how far scientists have come in their ability to investigate these great depths.Inspire young readers to explore the possibilities of marine science.

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Book SynopsisFriday is Zachary Zormer''s favorite day of the week. At least it is until he realizes he forgot this week''s assignment, "Bring in something fun to measure." Tyler, the class show-off, brings a picture of himself from the newspaper. How can Zack top that when all he has to work with is a piece of paper he finds in his pocket? Week after week Zack takes on a different math concept (length, width, area, perimeter) with surprising projects including a mobius strip, a paper frame large enough to step through, and a light show that demonstrates how the sun heats the earth.

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Book SynopsisA funny fairytale with a serious message that serves as an introduction to online bullies, and how to deal with them.

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Book SynopsisPresented with a special silver-buttoned holiday vest by his loving congregation, Rabbi Benjamin wears the vest while celebrating Rosh Hashanah, Sukkot, Chanukah and Passover, enjoying his congregation''s offerings of delicious home-cooked foods until his vest grows tight and the buttons pop off.

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Book SynopsisFind me if you can. . . for if you don’t, I’ll be here tomorrow . . . you won’t.   Animals and insects use camouflage to hide from hunters or to ambush prey. Stealth is a very useful technique when it comes to survival. In this fun and informative collection of poems, we meet animals such as the polar bear and the octopus; the ghost crab and the copperhead snake; and many more that use camouflage to hunt or to hide.   Giles Laroche’s intricate cut-paper illustrations are beautiful and life-like. Readers will have to look carefully or run the risk of a hunter sneaking up on them.   Back matter offers additional information about each of the nineteen animals.

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Book SynopsisA hilarious follow-up to Grin and Bear It, this early reader offers lessons on jealousy, self-confidence and the art of making new friends.Chuck Wood is upset. Jealous, too. Also insecure. As the winner of the Best of the Forest art contest three years in a row, he finds it very difficult to deal with the prospect that newcomer Scooter Possum’s abstract paintings might beat his wood sculptures. But with the help of his forest friends, Chuck deals with his hurt feelings and realizes that his love for creating art is greater than his need to win. When you follow your heart, everyone’s a winner.

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Book SynopsisSpending time with her uncle, who is staying with her family while recuperating from an injury incurred while making a Hollywood movie, 12-year-old film buff Maisie struggles to accept her best friend Cyrus'' friendship with Gary Hackett, a boy she does not like, who seems to have a crush on her. By the author of the award-winning Hard Love. Simultaneous eBook.

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Book SynopsisMiddle graders will laugh and cry with thirteen-year-old Vanessa Martin as she tries to be like Vanessa Williams, the first black Miss America.In this semi-autobiographical debut novel set in 1983, Vanessa Martin''s real-life reality of living with family in public housing in Newark, New Jersey is a far cry from the glamorous Miss America stage. She struggles with a mother she barely remembers, a grandfather dealing with addiction and her own battle with self-confidence. But when a new teacher at school coordinates a beauty pageant and convinces Vanessa to enter, Vanessa''s view of her own world begins to change. Vanessa discovers that her own self-worth is more than the scores of her talent performance and her interview answers, and that she doesn''t need a crown to be comfortable in her own skin and see her own true beauty."It''s such an honor to be the focal point of this wonderful book! Without a doubt, it will be inspiring to a new generation of young, talented girls well on their way to promising careers."   --Vanessa Williams, Multi-Platinum Recording Artist, New York Times Best-Selling Author, Fashion Designer and star of Television, Film and the Broadway Stage"Like Vanessa has it all and then some!  Gritty, poetic, emotionally true, Tami Charles wrings out every hope, every stumble and every triumph of a girl on an uneasy road to possessing  her self, her strength and her own beauty. An unforgettable debut." --Rita Williams-Garcia, author of One Crazy Summer and P.S. Be Eleven♦ "This debut is a treasure: a gift to every middle school girl who ever felt unpretty, unloved, and trapped by her circumstances."— Kirkus Reviews STARRED REVIEW♦ "Charles evades the clichés and imbues Vanessa with an inner life that''s so real and personal it''s hard to deny the charm, heartbreak, and triumph of her story. . . . Superb."— Booklist STARRED REVIEW♦ "Like Vanessa is an emotionally potent, engaging young adult story with a heroine whom it is impossible not to root for. The life lessons that Nessy learns are relevant and worthwhile for everyone."— Foreword Reviews STARRED REVIEW

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Book SynopsisThe incomparable Don Brown chronicles the ballooning misadventures of John Jeffries, scientist and aviation pioneer.Swept up by the European ballooning craze of the 1780s, Dr. John Jeffries longed to become the first person to fly across the English Channel. But first he had to outwit a rascally copilot, keep the balloon from bursting, and avoid crashing into the sea. The good doctor''s quick-thinking solutions will surprise young readers--and keep them giggling. Orbis Pictus and Sibert Honor winner Don Brown tells this quirky true story with his usual accuracy and heart.

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Book SynopsisIn this uplifting, contemporary Native American story, River is recovering from illness and can''t dance at the powwow this year. Will she ever dance again?River wants so badly to dance at powwow day as she does every year. In this uplifting and contemporary picture book perfect for beginning readers, follow River''s journey from feeling isolated after an illness to learning the healing power of community.Additional information explains the history and functions of powwows, which are commonplace across the United States and Canada and are open to both Native Americans and non-Native visitors. Author Traci Sorell is a member of the Cherokee Nation, and illustrator Madelyn Goodnight is a member of the Chickasaw Nation.

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Book SynopsisA collection of stories from Rumi''s classic opus The Mathnawi, this astounding compilation of more than 24,000 verses is carefully adapted for younger audiences. Best known for his spiritual poetry and the whirling dance of sufi practice he inspired, Rumi''s influence continues to spread around the world.

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Book SynopsisThe beloved wordless fantasy graphic novel series reaches its stunning conclusion -- with plenty of thrills, laughs, and exquisitely illustrated animal magic.Winter has arrived in Korgi Hollow... and with it, the end of the Korgi story. As Ivy and her Korgi pup, Sprout, frolic in the frozen weather, an ancient power is stirring. At long last, saddle up for the conclusion of this "silent" epic fairytale told entirely through detailed pen-and-ink drawings. Fire and ice will collide in a timeless battle between good and evil. Will the residents of Korgi Hollow survive the harsh cold? One thing is for sure: nothing will ever be the same.

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Book SynopsisWhat she once possessed... now threatens to possess her. This vibrant Swedish debut graphic novel is an epic quest for the things left behind, with icy-cool artwork and astonishing sci-fi settings.What happens when our most precious belongings... no longer belong? When something we loved suddenly becomes junk, a powerful energy is unleashed. One night, ice-skating prodigy Florence Sato is overwhelmed by pressure and throws away her skates. This fateful moment accidentally summons a "junkwraith," a terrifying ghost which seeks revenge for its abandonment by attacking the memories of its former owner. Before she forgets who she is, and to find out who she really wants to be, Florence must set off (with her trusty digital assistant Frank) on a long journey into the Wastelands to put to rest the monster she created.

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Book SynopsisCuban American siblings save the world! With their magic hoodies, Red Panda & Moon Bear can defeat any monster... but how do you stop a curse?When an evil curse descends upon the city of Martí, it''s up to Red Panda and Moon Bear to put a stop to it... but it won''t be easy! First, they''ll have to solve weird mysteries, fend off new monsters, and uncover the secret history of their neighborhood. With their trusty dog companions and some magical new friends by their side, Red Panda and Moon Bear must find a way to defeat Mal de Ojo -- The Evil Eye -- and keep it from ruining the lives of everyone they love!

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Book SynopsisNostalgia for the world?s worst video game brings a girl back to her childhood in an action-packed indie graphic novel about friendship, family, and three-hit combos.It?s an age-old story: for her birthday, Dul wanted the hottest new video game, but her mom accidentally bought her Super Trash Clash?one of the worst games ever made.Years later, when an older Dul finds a cartridge in a vintage store, memories come flooding back: simpler times when she could disappear into electronic worlds or spend hours battling with friends and enemies, and the love and sacrifices that bound her family together.This vivid and action-packed graphic novel from Mexican rising star Edgar Camacho is a heartwarming reflection on what gaming means to kids, crammed full of Easter eggs and tributes to the games that shaped our culture.

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Book SynopsisSixth-grader Rory''s story of his impossible-to-hide speech challenge and middle-school drama is perfect for fans of Sharon Draper''s Out of My Mind.Rory still can''t say his r''s, but that''s just the beginning of his troubles. First Rory''s ex-best-friend Brent started hanging out with the mean lacrosse kids. But then, a terrible accident takes Brent out of school, and Rory struggles with how to feel.Rory and his new speech teacher put their heads together on Rory''s r''s (as well as a serious love of hard rock and boxing legend Muhammad Ali), but nobody seems to be able to solve the problem of Rory''s complicated feelings about Brent. Brent''s accident left him with a brain injury and he''s struggling. Should Rory stand up for his old friend at school--even after Brent failed to do the same for him?

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Book SynopsisIn this installment of the best-selling, classroom classic Jitters series, it''s not the first day, but it is picture day, and Mrs. Hartwell wants her students looking their best.The class photo is scheduled for the end of the day?can everyone''s favorite teacher, Sarah Jane Hartwell, keep them looking neat and tidy? She has the jitters again! Mrs. Hartwell is determined to keep her students looking perfect for their school pictures. This means no chalk at recess, no experiments during science, and eating lunch in the classroom instead of the cafeteria. Bo-ring! By the end of the day, the students look their best, but their smiles are missing. Mrs. Hartwell lets them cut loose after their individual photos are taken, forgetting that the class photo is still to come!A funny and heartwarming addition to the beloved series that reminds readers that everyone gets the jitters!

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Book SynopsisIn this installment of the best-selling Jitters series, Mrs. Hartwell is planning the perfect Valentine''s Day party for her class, complete with crafts, games, and a super-big, super-complicated cake! What could possibly go wrong?Everyone''s favorite teacher has the jitters again! Sarah Jane Hartwell is determined to host the perfect Valentine''s Day party to show her students how much she cares. But no matter how hard she tries, nothing goes according to plan. From pin-the-smile-on-the-teacher to crafts with glitter, glue, ribbons, and lace, the class quickly devolves into chaos. Mrs. Hartwell feels like the event is a disaster, but the students have a great time! Not only do they already know that she cares, it turns out they care a lot about her as well.

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Book SynopsisCelebrate diversity, math, and the power of storytelling with this bilingual (Spanish and English) edition!Tyson is the youngest, smaller than his four older brothers and always trying to keep up. But when the family’s pet gerbil, Swish, goes missing, it’s Tyson to the rescue! Tyson uses his knowledge of doubles, triples, and sizes to figure out a clever way to reach his beloved pet. A playful exploration of proportional thinking, featuring Black characters and an author letter about the ubiquitous nature of math. Tyson es el más joven y el más pequeñito de cuatro hermanos. Siempre está tratando de seguirles el ritmo. Pero cuando Swish, el gerbo de la familia, se pierde, ¡Tyson es el que va al rescate! Tyson aplica lo que sabe sobre dobles, triples y tamaño para planear de forma inteligente cómo encontrar a su mascota. Este cuento es una exploración entretenida del razonamiento proporcional, presentando personajes afroamericanos e incluyendo una carta de la autora sobre la naturaleza ubicua de las matemáticas.The Storytelling Math series shows that all children can be mathematical thinkers. Each book includes ideas for exploring math at home with your children and was developed in collaboration with math experts at STEM education nonprofit TERC, under a grant from the Heising-Simons Foundation.

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Book SynopsisCelebrate diversity, math, and the power of storytelling with this bilingual (Spanish and English) edition!Tyson is the youngest, smaller than his four older brothers and always trying to keep up. But when the family?s pet gerbil, Swish, goes missing, it?s Tyson to the rescue! Tyson uses his knowledge of doubles, triples, and sizes to figure out a clever way to reach his beloved pet. A playful exploration of proportional thinking, featuring Black characters and an author letter about the ubiquitous nature of math.Tyson es el más joven y el más pequeñito de cuatro hermanos. Siempre está tratando de seguirles el ritmo. Pero cuando Swish, el gerbo de la familia, se pierde, Tyson es el que va al rescate! Tyson aplica lo que sabe sobre dobles, triples y tamaño para planear de forma inteligente cómo encontrar a su mascota. Este cuento es una exploración entretenida del razonamiento proporcional, presentando personajes afroamericanos e incluyendo una carta de la autora sobre la naturaleza ubicua de las matemáticas.The Storytelling Math series shows that all children can be mathematical thinkers. Each book includes ideas for exploring math at home with your children and was developed in collaboration with math experts at STEM education nonprofit TERC, under a grant from the Heising-Simons Foundation.

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Book SynopsisAn inspiring coming-of-age novel in verse about weathering the uncertainty that comes with family illness perfect for fans of Starfish and Red, White, and Whole.Cass and her parents haven’t let her dad’s cancer stop them from having a good life—full of love and poems and one annual World Series game. Now that Dad’s cancer is back, Cass overhears the doctor say that she has a 50% chance of inheriting her dad''s genetic mutation, Li-Fraumeni syndrome. There’s a genetic test Cass can take that will tell her for sure. There’s still so much she wants to do—play baseball, study at the zoo, travel the world with her best friend, Jayla. Would it be better not to know?When it turns out Dad’s cancer is worse this time, Cass is determined to keep up their World Series tradition while navigating all the change and uncertainty that lies ahead.Poignant and powerful, Cass’s story brings the pains and anxiety linked with illness to the surface, and reminds us that sometimes hope is worth holding on to.Praise for The Hope of Elephants: A Bank Street Best Children''s Book of 2023 An NCTE Notable Poetry Book of 2022 A 2022 Cybils finalist for Novels in Verse A Whitney Awards finalist

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