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Moses would rather play video games than tennis. But his parents sign him up for the team anyway. His teammates are angry with Moses for his poor attitude, especially the star player, Xavier. Then Moses and Xavier get paired up for a doubles match. Can the boys learn to work together or will tempers flare?

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The mountain habitat can provide shelter and water for cunning predators, and the wolf and the golden eagle thrive there. The wolf can travel 50 miles a day to find prey. The striking force of a golden eagle’s talons can be compared to that of a bullet. But which animal is the fiercest of the ecosystem? Compare and contrast each animal’s features and skills before you declare the winning predator.

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Sasha has one speed - fast. She loves to do lots of things, all at once, as fast as possible. Mr Sloth has one speed - slow. He loves to do things one at a time, at a nice, easy pace. Can Mr Sloth’s mindful ways teach Sasha to slow down and enjoy life? Bestselling author Katy Hudson gently weaves a mindfulness theme into this unlikely friendship tale between an energetic girl and a sloth, encouraging children to stop, breathe and be present in every moment.

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What would it be like to live in Iran? How is Iran's culture unique? Explore the sights, traditions and daily lives of Iranians!

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Some people's wardrobes are full of jeans and T-shirts. Some wear traditional outfits. It all depends on your custom! Explore what people in different parts of the world wear in this fun, engaging series that develops kids' understanding of our diverse global community and their place in it.

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Sam can't wait to go on her first cruise... sun, fun and lots of good food. But when some slimy guests show up, Sam's excitement turns into fear. Do these gooey blob monsters want more than just the all-you-can-eat buffet? With short chapters, easy-to-read text, and enhanced back matter, Boo Books deliver just-right frights (without the sleepless nights) for the earliest readers.

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Lance Cottonwood is the best and brightest of the leaves, but even the top students on the tree have worries. Can Lance conquer his fear of falling and just let go when the time comes for his final exam, or will he let his worries take over? In this funny and encouraging picture book, best-selling author Stef Wade (A Place for Pluto) tells an engaging story and deftly addresses social and emotional struggles many kids encounter each day... feeling anxious, wanting to be perfect, facing fears, etc. These themes combined with illustrator Jennifer Davison's delightful characters and rich autumnal colours make The Very Last Leaf a perfect book for the start of a new school year, the arrival of autumn or any period of transition in life.

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From windswept deserts to rain-soaked forests, different environments experience weather unique to their place in the world. Discover how scientists study climates, the weather experienced in each one and how climate impacts the people who live there.

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Tessa and Mum are camping in Tessa’s new orange tent. Tessa decides to follow some clues and record them in her journal. What will she find?

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Where’s Farmer Belle? The animals are hungry and Farmer Belle is missing. Has she gone away?

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Learn about the history of flying and aeroplanes from the Wright Brothers all the way into the present.

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Learn about the plants, animals and people who live in the Arctic.

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Aiden, Olivia and Mum plan a special surprise for their neighbour, Mrs Magee. But when things heat up, will the surprise end up being a huge disappointment?

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Everything around us is either a solid, a liquid or a gas. In this books readers will learn about the important science concept of states of matter.

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Discover the remarkable achievements of female medics in this fascinating book. Learn more about this STEM topic through inspirational women such as Florence Nightingale, Elizabeth Garrett Anderson and Rita Levi-Montalcini, and find out how they overcame prejudice and other obstacles to achieve scientific greatness.

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Henry is a good helper! He can even help with his dog, Toby.

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Discover the remarkable achievements of female mathematicians in this fascinating book. Learn more about this STEM topic through inspirational women such as Ada Lovelace, the Bletchley Park code-breakers and Katherine Johnson, and find out how they overcame prejudice and other obstacles to achieve scientific greatness.

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In science fiction, invisibility cloaks let their users vanish from sight and sneak around unnoticed. How could one of these stealthy pieces of clothing work? Scientists have some ideas, which involve bending light. Discover the science and technology behind what it would take to make a real-life invisibility cloak!

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Tarantulas use strong jaws to catch their prey, but these big spiders aren't as dangerous as some people think! Some can even be pets! Get caught up in all the details about these hairy, silk-spinning creatures.

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Nita and Sohail are thrilled when they win scholarships to attend the Alaska Young Explorers program. Both kids could use the prize money to help their families and set out to compete as hard as they can. But things take a turn when they're paired up on an expedition. The two make a misstep while hiking down a glacier and find themselves in dangerous territory. Nita and Sohail will have to depend on each other and learn to work together ... if they want to survive the Alaskan wilderness.

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Jasmine Lopez and her brother Arjun love exploring the coral reefs around Fiji, where their marine biologist parents are stationed. Jasmine, already a certified scuba diver, dreams of following in her parents' footsteps and wants to help Arjun do the same. Unfortunately her younger brother is sure he already knows everything. That attitude gets them into danger when Arjun drifts too far from the group during a dive - and straight into a reef shark.

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What makes a cricket a cricket? What are some of the most common and interesting crickets from around the world? This book teaches readers all about crickets, while highlighting some specific cricket families and groups. In this fascinating book you can also learn about key scientific themes such as classification, animal behaviour and life cycles.

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On a summer holiday with his family, Marlon Keys is about to hike the Appalachian Trail in the USA. He isn't exactly thrilled about the trip – he'd rather play on his smartphone and connect with his friends back home. But when Marlon accidentally gets separated from the group on the hike, his "boring" holiday becomes an exercise in survival. Can Marlon find his way back to his family and camp safely, or will he remain lost on the trail?

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She/he/they/them. Why do we use gender pronouns? And why do some people wish to be referred to as "they"? What is gender identity all about? Students will learn to understand these terms and the reasons behind them. They will also learn how to deal with questions they may have about gender identity.

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Alice is a skilled pre-teen secret agent, but when she joins the forces of Wonderland, she's in over her head. Nothing they do makes sense! Mr White, the new boss, is always running late for something. Maddie makes wacky gadgets and hats but stops for tea every hour. And Alice's new partner Kitty literally disappears during their mission training. How can Alice sneak into the evil Queenie Hearts's garden party and stop her top-secret, world-ending plan amid all this madness? With Far Out Classic Stories, experience Alice's Adventures in Wonderland like never before in this twisted graphic novel retelling for kids.

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Erro and Zak Nine are hiding in the Phantom Forest, a dark wood filled with giant, towering trees and dangerous beasts. The boys hide high above the ground, climbing and jumping between the tree branches. So far they've avoided dangerous creatures such as huge, hairy rats and giant, bloodthirsty spiders. But a new predator has caught the boys' scent. An enormous flying serpent chases after them and won't stop until its hunger is satisfied! How will Zak and Erro avoid becoming dinner for this deadly new monster?

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Hoping to avoid the Alcatraz guards, Zak Nine and Erro decide to climb down into a deep canyon to hide. But soon the boys see some huge rock formations that move! Zak and Erro are quickly caught by the giant criminals that have been imprisoned in the deep gorge. Some of the giants want to hand the boys over to the Alcatraz guards to gain their own freedom. But a few giants would rather turn the boys into dinner! Will Zak and Erro outwit their captors and get away before becoming the giants' next meal?

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School is nearly finished for the year and it's time to celebrate! Dragons love parties, picnics and playgrounds and are ready to celebrate too. But is it wise to take a dragon to the last day of school? Find out if dragons get to join in the fun in this hilarious fifth book in the Do Not Take Your Dragon series by Julie Gassman.

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A striker dribbles upfield and works to get into position to score, but a defender covers too well. Then the striker dummies and the defender overreaches. One swift kick and . . . gooooaaaallll! The crowd roars. Football's ultimate prize is on the line. Readers will delight in discovering the legendary players, thrilling games and long history of the World Cup.

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After a long wait, the snow is falling. Rico is ready to race into some winter activities. Will Robot be able to keep up?

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When Kayla discovers that something is eating Daisy's cat food, she immediately calls the Pet Club to action. They grab their pets and start to gather clues. Will they solve the case of the cat food thief?

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It's pet day at school, and Jake is really excited. His dog, Buddy, has so many cool tricks. But when it's time for Buddy to perform, not much happens.

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This book uncovers just how long it takes for a diamond to form. Learn fascinating facts about this process. Read this book to find out more about the science behind the cycle.

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Dive into one of the world's most popular sports. These informative guides give readers all the information they need to know about football using easy-to-read explanations: the history of football's beginnings, the basic rules and strategies and how to get match-ready. This book features colourful photos and fun facts, and aspiring young football players can take what they learn from it and head straight to the pitch!

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Probes can explore the depths of space in ways that would kill human beings. The information they provide can spur countless innovations here on Earth. Learn how probes work and the exciting possibilities that their discoveries may inspire.

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The Moon is more than a giant rock orbiting Earth: it could become a gateway into deeper space! Find out how NASA and other international and commercial agencies are working together to explore and build on the Moon.

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NASA's Orion spacecraft is pushing the limits of space travel and exploration like never before. The ultimate goal is a mission to Mars! Learn about the challenges that scientists, engineers and astronauts must overcome to make this dream a reality.

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In 2018, the gaming industry made over 100 billion dollars worldwide. Professional gamers, designers, programmers and writers all received some of that money. Learn about the different jobs in video games, and maybe someday you'll get paid to game.

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The light bulbs we use today in our schools and homes are thanks to Thomas Edison. What were the steps Edison took that led him to the world-changing invention we know him for today?

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People use light. Animals use light. Plants use light too! Read to find out why light is important to living things and how light is used.

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Flick the switch, and you have light. Go outside during the day, and you see sunlight. Read to find out how living things use light. Also learn how light travels and what happens when it is dark.

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Lift your tail and splash the water! It's time to share a day with a narwhal. See this whale's watery home, what it eats, how it cares for its young and learn about what it does in a typical day. Features include a body map with labels for key aspects of the animal's body.

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A killer whale launches into the air creating a huge wave as it crashes back into the ocean. Find out how these great mammals live in the freezing waters of the Arctic, what they eat, how they work together to hunt and what they do in a typical day. Features include a body map with labels for key aspects of the animal's body.

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When a group of bees lives together, it's called a colony. Learn about life in a colony of bees and why these animals like to stick together. Find out how living together with others helps bees stay safe, find food, and mate.

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It's time to go to the theme park! What's at the centre of this fun-filled place? Motion! Did you feel like you were floating for a second on the rollercoaster? You can thank g-forces! Did you send the bottles flying after a game-winning throw? That's Newton's first law of motion. Find out more about the science involved in making things go.

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Welcome to the United Kingdom! Cheer for a game of rugby. Explore an ancient castle. Learn where the Queen keeps her jewels. Find out about this country's animals, people and food.

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Sleepy Old Bear is fast asleep, but the forest animals are not. They are playing. Will Sleepy Old Bear wake up?

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Oh, no! It is raining outside. Now Rosie cannot go on a picnic. Mum and Mummy help Rosie find a new way to have fun!

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