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The captain of this brave and bumbling pirate crew has ordered them to capture the entire alphabet - and they'll walk the plank if they're missing a single letter! Now these swashbuckling mateys are embarking on an alphabet adventure unlike any other, and they won't (ahem, can't) rest until they've found an A, a Z, and everything in between. June Sobel's hilarious text and Henry Cole's adventurous animal pirates harmonise in an irresistible book for alphabet-learning, pirate-loving kids everywhere.

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Captured by her enemies, married to a foreigner, and a mother at age sixteen, Sacajawea lived a life of turmoil and change. Then, in 1804, the mysterious young Shoshone woman met Meriwether Lewis and William Clark. Acting as interpreter, peacemaker, and guide, Sacajawea bravely embarked on an epic journey that altered history forever. You can hear her extraordinary story, in the voices of Sacajawea and William Clark in alternating chapters, with selections from Clark's original diaries.

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When James and Eamon go to a week of Nature Camp and stay at Eamon's grandparents' house, it turns out that their free time spent staying inside, eating waffles, and playing video games is way more interesting than nature. But sometimes things work out best when they don't go exactly as planned.In this moving and hilarious celebration of young boys, childhood friendships, and the power of the imagination, Marla Frazee captures the very essence of a summer holiday and what it means to be a kid.

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Jesse Harmon is tortured by guilt because he survived the hit-and-run accident that killed his brother, Bry. His guilt is compounded when he finds that he is attracted to Bry's girlfriend, Chloe. Together Jesse and Chloe try to track down the drunk who killed Bry - but discovering the driver's identity leads to other disturbing truths.

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This nonfiction reader follows the ever-changing life of a frog as it grows from an egg to a tadpole to a full-grown frog! AGES: 4 to 7

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At the Van Gogh Cafe, anything can happen. Clara's dad owns the cafe, and she's seen it all - from food that cooks by itself to poems that foretell the future. This award-winning collection of vignettes by Newbery medallist, Cynthia Rylant, is a treat to be relished. So bring your appetite for the unexpected, because at the Van Gogh Cafe, your order of tea and toast comes with a side of magic! Cynthia Rylant is the acclaimed author of more than a hundred books for young people, including the new poetry volume, "Boris" and the novel, "Missing May", which received the Newbery Medal.

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Mr.Putter and his fine cat, Tabby, volunteer to walk their neighbor's dog.They soon discover that Zeke isn't a dream dog after all.He might even be ...a nightmare! 'Watercolor-and-ink pictures squeeze every bit of life and humor out of the stories.Solid fare for easy-reading shelves.'--Booklist

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Mr Putter and his fine cat, Tabby, are itchy. Not because of fleas, but because it is hot, they're bored, and they're out of ice lollies. So when their neighbour, Mrs Teaberry, suggests a sightseeing cruise, they're excited to set sail.

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In this new boot-stompin' adventure, Cowgirl Kate and Cocoa are going to school.Well, Cowgirl Kate is going--horses are not allowed.Luckily, there's plenty of time after school to make a new friend and have fun doing homework.One lesson Cowgirl Kate and Cocoa both learn ...they're best partners no matter what. With its snappy text and sweet, silly illustrations, this third book in the Cowgirl Kate and Cocoa series is sure to rope in young cowhands everywhere.

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Blast off with Douglas Florian's new high-flying compendium, which features twenty whimsical poems about space. From the moon to the stars, from the Earth to Mars, here is an exuberant celebration of our celestial surroundings that's certain to become a universal favourite among aspiring astronomers everywhere. It includes die-cut pages and a glossary of space terms.

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Jan's father surprises her with a doll that looks like her.

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Bernard Most's hilarious bestseller is finally available in paperback! This mixed-up barnyard tale of tolerance and friendship teaches kids (and creatures) that it's okay to be different ...and sometimes even more fun!

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After Peak Marcello is arrested for scaling a New York City skyscraper, he's left with two choices: wither away in juvenile detention or go live with his long-lost father, who runs a climbing company in Thailand. But Peak quickly learns that his father's renewed interest in him has strings attached. Big strings: He wants Peak to be the youngest person to reach the Everest summit - and his motives are selfish at best. Even so, for a climbing addict like Peak, tackling Everest is the challenge of a lifetime. It's also one that could cost him his life.Roland Smith has created an action-packed adventure about friendship, sacrifice, family, and the drive to take on Everest, despite the incredible risk. "Peak" is a novel that will take readers to new heights.

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Mr. Putter has decided to write a book - a mystery novel, to be exact. But being a writer is far more challenging than it looks. There's all that empty white paper to fill, all those tasty snacks to prepare (and eat), and then there are the naps...This delightful new addition to the "Mr. Putter and Tabby" series is a tribute to good stories, delicious snacks, and wonderful next-door neighbours. And with its hilarious send-up of the challenges of the writing process, it's sure to become a favourite with aspiring authors of all ages.

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After Peak Marcello is arrested for scaling a New York City skyscraper, he's left with two choices: wither away in juvenile detention or go live with his long-lost father, who runs a climbing company in Thailand. But Peak quickly learns that his father's renewed interest in him has strings attached. Big strings: He wants Peak to be the youngest person to reach the Everest summit - and his motives are selfish at best. Even so, for a climbing addict like Peak, tackling Everest is the challenge of a lifetime. It's also one that could cost him his life.Roland Smith has created an action-packed adventure about friendship, sacrifice, family, and the drive to take on Everest, despite the incredible risk. "PEAK" is a novel that will take readers to new heights.

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When Kona, a Labrador retriever, meets Stumpy, a squirrel in Gooseberry Park, they're best friends at first sight. But after Stumpy's babies are born, disaster strikes in the form of a violent ice storm. Kona is not a fair-weather friend; he's worried sick! How will Stumpy and her babies survive? With the help of Murray, a hilarious bat, and Gwendolyn, a wise hermit crab, Kona shows just how true - and heroic - a friend can be.

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Mr.Putter loves toys.He's old and he knows he shouldn't love them anymore.But he does.His fine cat, Tabby, however, does not.She's especially bothered by toys that fly.So when Mr.Putter brings home a little toy biplane that's supposed to really fly, he and Tabby are in for quite an adventure.

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Guess whooo's hiding behind the pumpkin in this interactive lift-the-flap book that's part hide-and-seek, part peek-a-boo - and all Halloween! Ten jack-o'-lantern flaps lift to reveal a host of Halloween creatures, including a mischievous cat, bebopping skeletons, a friendly Frankenstein, and a group of children in costume. Are you ready to trick-or-treat, too? Then lift one more flap for a sweet surprise! This title features eleven flaps.

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Dance a jig with a silly pig.Play leapfrog with a silly dog. And that's just the beginning of all the fun! Come along and join Silly Sally and her outrageous friends as they parade into town in a most unusual way."Exploding with whimsy, humor, and zest....Be prepared to read this one a thousand times!"--Booklist (starred review)

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It's Mr.Putter's birthday.But is he too old for a party? Not if his fine cat, Tabby, and his neighbor Mrs.Teaberry and her good dog, Zeke, have anything to do with it! Filled with the all the usual Putter and Tabby humor and emotion--plus a whole lot of candles, balloons, and cake--this fourteenth book in the acclaimed series is a grand birthday celebration indeed.

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In this successor to the bestselling novel "The Cay", readers learn about Timothy's life before he was shipwrecked with the young white boy, Phillip Enright, and about Phillip's life after his rescue from the cay. "The Cay" tells the compelling story of two very different people who share their courage and tenacity to turn their dreams into reality.

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Keith Baker displays his trademark flair for colour, movement, and rhythm in this vibrant adaptation of the familiar nursery rhyme "Hickory Dickory Dock." A companion to his acclaimed "Big Fat Hen", this twist on an old favourite features some serious antics on the part of a busy little mouse. As a huge grandfather clock strikes each hour from one o' clock in the afternoon to midnight, a different animal passes by, and the mouse has a funny interaction with each of them. With counting, telling time, and a cosy bedtime ending to engage them, children will be chiming in for repeated readings.

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One fine day, from out of town - and without any warning at all - a magic hat appears in the sky. It tumbles and bounces through the air and makes magic wherever it lands. Everyone is delighted as, one by one, the townspeople are transformed into giant playful animals. And then a wizard arrives....

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When the pirate crew turns up at Jeremy Jacob's house and accidentally wakes his baby sister, that wee scallywag howls louder than a storm on the high seas. Sure, there's buried treasure to be found, but nobody's digging up anything until Bonney Anne quits her caterwauling. So, quicker than you can say "scurvy dog," Braid Beard and his swashbuckling pirates become...babysitters? Blimey! This hilarious companion to "How I Became a Pirate" reveals that minding the nursery can be even more terrifying than walking the plank - especially if you're a pirate.

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Hiss, hiss! Sid the snake isn't feeling so good.Will he, his slithery friends, and his mom figure out why? It's a big surprise!

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Mr. Putter is feeling a bit - Achoo! - under the weather. And as everyone knows, it's no fun to be old with a cold. Luckily, Mrs. Teaberry and her good dog, Zeke, know just what to do to help Mr. Putter feel better.Snuggle up with these beloved characters as they enjoy the comfort of friendship - and a good book - in this cosy addition to the "Mr. Putter & Tabby" series.

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In the rhythm of a familiar folk song, a child cannot resist adding one more dab of paint in surprising places.

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Climb aboard with Mr. Putter and Tabby in the newest paperback book in this beloved early chapter book series.Mr. Putter and his fine cat, Tabby, are going for a train ride with their neighbours, Mrs. Teaberry and her good dog, Zeke. They've planned the perfect afternoon trip. But when they get to the station, they're in for a big surprise: No pets are allowed on the train! It looks like the trip is off, until Mr. Putter comes up with a clever idea.

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How does an old woman who has outlived all her friends keep from being lonely? By naming the things in her life she knows she will never outlive--like her house, Franklin, and her bed, Roxanne.When a shy brown puppy appears at her front gate, the old woman won't name it, because it might not outlive her.Tender watercolors capture the charm of this heartwarming story of an old woman who doesn't know she's lonely until she meets a plucky puppy who needs a name--and someone to love.'Rylant and Brown together create with affection and lovingly humorous touches a glimpse of old age lived with relish.'--Booklist

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Ten-year-old Zoe Elias dreams of playing a baby grand piano at Carnegie Hall. But when Dad ventures to the music store and ends up with a wheezy organ instead of a piano, Zoe's dreams hit a sour note. Learning the organ versions of old TV theme songs just isn't the same as mastering Beethoven on the piano. And the organ isn't the only part of Zoe's life that's off-kilter, what with Mum constantly at work, Dad afraid to leave the house, and that odd boy, Wheeler Diggs, following her home from school every day. Yet when Zoe enters the annual Perform-O-Rama organ competition, she finds that life is full of surprises - and that perfection may be even better when it's just a little off centre.

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As a young girl growing up in Kenya, Wangari was surrounded by trees. But years later when she returns home, she is shocked to see whole forests being cut down, and she knows that soon all the trees will be destroyed. So Wangari decides to do something - and starts by planting nine seedlings in her own backyard. And as they grow, so do her plans...

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Chris Creed grew up as the class freak - the bullies' punching bag. After he vanished, the weirdness that had once surrounded him began spreading. And it tore the town apart. Sixteen year-old Torey Adams' search for answers opens his eyes to the lies, the pain, and the need to blame someone when tragedy strikes, and his once-safe world comes crashing down around him.

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The heartbreaking, bitter view of the Civil War as experienced by Chris Brabson, whose brother is fighting for the "wrong" side.

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Pinduli's mama has always told her that she's the most beautiful hyena ever. But Dog, Lion, and Zebra don't think so. Why else would they make her feel so rotten about her big ears, her fuzzy mane, and her wiggly stripes? Poor Pinduli just wants to disappear--and she tries everything she can think of to make that happen. Yet nothing goes her way. Nothing, that is, until a case of mistaken identity lets her show the creatures of the African savanna how a few tiny words--bad or good--can create something enormous. Janell Cannon, the creator of the bestselling Stellaluna, introduces yet another endearing character in this triumphant story about self-image, self-acceptance, and treating others with respect. Includes notes about hyenas and other animals of the African Savannah.

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Mr. Putter and Tabby are hot as there seems to be no escape from the weather, but then Mr. Putter decides a trip to the lake might be quite refreshing. He invites his neighbour Mrs. Teaberry and her dog Zeke. They have a great time rowing to a shady spot and picnicking. But after a walk back home, they are just as hot as before. Mrs. Teaberry comes up with a cool, wet surprise. It's a delightful easy-to-read story that presents grandparent-aged characters in a positive light, having lots of fun.

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A small boy learns of the wonders and ironies of life during a celestial odyssey.

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Mr.Putter and Tabby love going to the fish store.Mr.Putter loves it because he has always liked fish.Tabby loves it because fish make her whiskers tingle and her tail twitch.So one day Mr.Putter and Tabby decide to bring three fish home.And that's when they discover that Tabby has a fish problem....

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Though legally blind, Paul Fisher can see what others cannot. He can see that his parents' constant praise of his brother, Erik, the football star, is to cover up something that is terribly wrong. But no one listens to Paul - until his family moves to Tangerine. In this Florida town, weird is normal: Lightning strikes at the same time every day, a sinkhole swallows a local school, and Paul the geek finds himself adopted into the toughest group around: the soccer team at his middle school. Maybe this new start in Tangerine will help Paul finally see the truth about his past - and will give him the courage to face up to his terrifying older brother. It includes a reader's guide and an afterword by the author.

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Boris von der Broch is a mean, greedy old pirate - tough as nails, through and through, like all pirates. Or is he? For when Boris'' parrot dies, the tough pirate is reduced to tears'

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Old Mr. Putter has much to do. In the morning he eats his muffin. Then he works in his garden until teatime, when he enjoys his cup of tea. In the evening he has lots of wonderful stories to tell. The problem is, Mr. Putter is lonely. There is no one to share his muffins, drink tea with him, enjoy the flowers in his garden, or listen to his stories. What Mr. Putter needs is a friend - and he finds one at the animal shelter. Now Mr. Putter has Tabby, the old yellow cat, who loves muffins, tea and flowers, and purrs while Mr. Putter tells his stories. What a happy pair!

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Presents the true story of how Alia Baker, the librarian of the Basra library, and her friends managed to save the books of the library before the library was burned to the ground during the 2003 Iraq War.

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