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Need help getting around your new neighbourhood or school? A map can help! Learn how to make your own, and you'll be a pro at getting around a new place in no time! This interactive introduction to map-making will help kids build visual literacy skills and navigate their world.

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Abuelita can't visit Lola for her birthday, so she sends her tickets to see Swan Lake. Lola loves the show so much that she decides she wants to be a ballerina. But ballet is not as easy as it seems. When Lola’s instructor announces they’ll be dancing Swan Lake for their recital, Lola is excited... until she learns her role. Rather than a graceful swan, she’ll be a background chicken! Lola must learn she can still be an important part of the show, as long as she’s comfortable in her own feathers.

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Emma enters a writing contest. She loves writing and is confident that she will win. But when that doesn't happen, will Emma want to keep writing? Emma is deaf and often uses sign language to communicate, and this early chapter book includes additional information about sign language perfect for young readers.

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Yasmin and her family are going to the farm! When Farmer Tomás puts her in charge of the baby chicks, Yasmin is thrilled! But then a baby chick goes missing. Can Farmer Yasmin bring the flock back together?

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Hattie refuses to comb her hair. One night a hairy godmother casts a spell on her. Hattie wakes up with snakes for hair! It’s nearly impossible to keep them under control, which is a huge problem at school. Will Hattie ever have normal hair again?

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You are in the Underworld - the land of the dead from Norse mythology. Ruled by the goddess Hel, it’s not a place Viking warriors would choose to go to when they die. The Underworld isn’t an easy place to leave. The gods themselves can rarely escape this cold, dark land. Can you find a way out of this dangerous place before it’s too late? Will you bargain with the gods to let you leave? YOU CHOOSE how your story will be told. The choices you make will decide the fate that awaits you in the Norse Underworld.

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What are stars? What are planets? Why are some brighter than others? And which planets can we see from Earth? Learn the answers to these questions and more in this easy-to-read title and discover the science behind stars and planets.

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What is the sun? Why do we have seasons? What are eclipses? Learn the answers to these questions and more in this easy-to-read title and discover the science behind the sun.

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A window is made from glass, but is that the only option? What if we tried to make a window out of stone? From marble to granite to limestone and onyx, there are many types of stone to pick from. Learn more about different types of stone, how stone is used and if it's truly possible to make a window using it.

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Lots of toys are made of plastic. But what if a toaster was made out of plastic? Would it actually work? Plastic is in lots of items you use every day. Find out about different types of plastic, what they are used for and if you could really make a toaster from it.

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On a field trip, two friends discover a hidden door that leads into an ancient library. Strange snarls echo in the maze of shelves. Just as the pair searches for the exit, they come face-to-face with the collection’s keeper, the Archivist! This rogue librarian gathers tales of the world’s oldest, most terrifying creatures. Now she’s releasing the legendary monsters to take care of the intruders. Can the powerful Librarian swoop in to help the friends escape? Experience the Library of Doom like never before in this gripping, full-colour graphic novel!

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A boy finds a strange book hidden away in an antique dresser. When he opens it, ancient symbols swirl off the pages. They form a floating, inky mass. The Oldest Trick has been freed from its book! Now the ancient evil has trapped the boy in a fake, nightmarish world. Can the powerful Librarian free the boy by helping him see through the Trick’s lies? Experience the Library of Doom like never before in this gripping, full-colour graphic novel!

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Wild weather affects every part of our world. But which types of weather bring wicked winds, drenching downpours or super-heavy snowfalls? Through easy-to-read text, amazing photos and a fun activity, early readers will learn all about the most extreme weather on our planet.

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Fantastic plants cover our world. But which ones are the smelliest, thorniest or largest? Through easy-to-read text, amazing photos and a fun activity, early readers will learn all about the most extreme plants growing on our planet.

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Mr Mind and Dribodod have taken Hoppy's friends captive at a local carnival! Now Marvel Bunny must find a way to send the evildoers to the Fifth Dimension.

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The Penguin and his Bad News Birds have nabbed a blue tiger cub from the Gotham City Zoo! Now Batgirl and her crime-fighting cat, Misty, must bag the fowl fiends and deliver the tiny tiger to safety.

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When a wicked werecat plagues a big cat park on the outskirts of Gotham City, Mystery Inc. joins forces with Batman to crack the case. Little do they know, more than one crafty kitten is at play in the preserve. Can Scooby and his friends help the Dark Knight unmask the felonious feline trying to pull off the purr-fect crime? Find out in this action-packed chapter book for fans of Batman and Scooby-Doo!

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Gotham City’s new monument to Rizzo the Clown is no laughing matter! It’s rigged with a series of booby-traps that have Mystery Inc. and Batman stuck in a tourist trap of the worst kind. Can the Caped Crusader help Scooby and the gang escape the horrible hijinks inside Clown Castle? Find out in this action-packed chapter book for fans of Batman and Scooby-Doo!

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It is a hot day! See what the duck, dog, cat, rabbit and pigs do to stay cool. Connects to the fiction text pair, Gus Is Too Hot.

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Kate, Grandpa, and Kate's dog, Max, see apples that are ready to pick. Connects to the non-fiction text pair, Look at Us Grow.

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Jan and Sim want to play outside in the snow. But they need to get ready first! They find and put on their coats, hats, scarves and boots. Connects to the non-fiction text pair, Winter.

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Three blind mice are racing in the most extreme event ever! Siblings Poppy, Basil and Lily use sonar tech to zoom down the twisting track and dodge opponents’ battle gadgets. But the team’s biggest threat is the Farmer Family. These bad cats once deployed a saw device that chopped off the tail end of the rodents’ vehicles and nearly ended their careers! This time, can the mice outmanoeuvre their old rivals and speed to the finish line first? Enjoy a modern twist on “Three Blind Mice” as it’s retold for kids in this exciting Far Out Fairy Tales graphic novel.

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Young witch Swampelina has lost her wand in a mucky bog. Luckily, a voice calls out saying it’ll retrieve the magical item if the girl promises to be its friend. Unluckily, the creature is a pretty pink butterfly! Swampelina likes all things spooky and gross, so she wants nothing to do with the beautiful bug. Will the witch use every spell she knows to avoid the butterfly, or will she learn that looks can be deceiving? Enjoy a modern twist on the Brothers Grimm classic “The Frog Prince” as it’s retold for kids in this exciting Far Out Fairy Tales graphic novel.

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Red Squirrel Phonics is a new series of decodable readers from Raintree, packed with real stories using words that children can read. The programme teaches children phonics skills in a sequential and systematic way so that they can learn the sounds (phonemes) and the letters that represent them (graphemes) and then practise and apply this knowledge through reading appealing, decodable texts that make sense. This ensures that every beginner reader will experience success in their reading from their very first book! In this Level 3 book, when Tex gets stuck in a bucket Zin comes to the rescue, wearing her jetpack.

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Red Squirrel Phonics is a new series of decodable readers from Raintree, packed with real stories using words that children can read. The programme teaches children phonics skills in a sequential and systematic way so that they can learn the sounds (phonemes) and the letters that represent them (graphemes) and then practise and apply this knowledge through reading appealing, decodable texts that make sense. This ensures that every beginner reader will experience success in their reading from their very first book! In this Level 1 book, Sid has a tin and he is checking if anything is inside it. Pam wants to play but Sid does not.

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The polar regions are very cold and very windy. There is snow and ice everywhere, but I love my home. My feet help me walk on the slippery ice, but I am not a penguin. My thick fur keeps me warm but I am not an Arctic fox. What animal am I? Read the clues and guess!

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An orca mother calls out. Her baby has strayed too far away. The sound travels through the water. The young calf hears the call. It swims back toward the group. Female orcas, or cows, lead an orca pod. They raise young and help the pod find food. Take a look at orcas and the important roles cows play to ensure the pod's survival.

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An orca mother calls out. Her baby has strayed too far away. The sound travels through the water. The young calf hears the call. It swims back toward the group. Female orcas, or cows, lead an orca pod. They raise young and help the pod find food. Take a look at orcas and the important roles cows play to ensure the pod’s survival.

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Do you like to be on the move? These hands-on, not-so-ordinary science projects are for you! Build speedy motorboats and buzzing bots. Take off with zooming, high-flying rockets. Then, learn the science behind each amazingly mobile creation! Simple step-by-step instructions supported by clear photos make it easy to start experimenting and discover just how fun STEM can be.

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Ready to make a stink? These hands-on, not-so-ordinary science projects are for you! Mix up reeking stink bombs and sweet-smelling bubbles. Create artistic masterpieces with DIY scratch-and-sniff paint. Then, learn the science behind each outrageous odour! Simple step-by-step instructions supported by helpful photos make it easy to start experimenting and discover just how fun STEM can be.

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Do you like to get messy? These hands-on, not-so-ordinary science projects are for you! Create slippery slimes and frothy foams. Have a blast making colourful chalk explosions. Then, learn the science behind each marvellous mess! Simple step-by-step instructions supported by clear photos make it easy to start experimenting and discover just how fun STEM can be.

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Rahma's special gift is she's good at helping her classmates make up when then have arguments. But when one of her friends gets mad at her, she isn't sure why her friend is upset or what to do about it. Can Mr Grizley help Rahma figure out how to repair her friendship?

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Gorgeous eyelashes. Flashy feathers. Silky hair. You'll see the animals in this book are far from drab and dull. Outstanding photos combined with high-interest text perfectly support reluctant or struggling readers.

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Have you always wanted to search for secret treasure? Try geocaching! You can get outside and search for hidden treasure in your very own neighbourhood. Learn about geocaching around the world, the supplies you'll need and the fun that awaits you in this exciting activity!

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It's a battle of the clever troublemaker versus the great thief. The Norse god Loki loves creating chaos wherever he goes, showing his power by stirring up trouble for the gods. The cunning Greek god Hermes serves as a messenger to the gods and Zeus's personal thief. If these gods were to go head-to-head, who would come out on top? Compare and contrast Loki's and Hermes's strengths and weaknesses in this Mythology Matchup.

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It's a battle of the leader of the gods versus the god of the sun. The Greek god Zeus controls the skies and can shape shift as he wishes. With his connection to the sun, the Egyptian god Ra provides life, warmth and growth. If these gods were to go head-to-head, who would come out on top? Compare and contrast Zeus's and Ra's strengths and weaknesses in this Mythology Matchup.

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It’s a battle of the clever troublemaker versus the great thief. The Norse god Loki loves creating chaos wherever he goes, showing his power by stirring up trouble for the gods. The cunning Greek god Hermes serves as a messenger to the gods and Zeus’s personal thief. If these gods were to go head-to-head, who would come out on top? Compare and contrast Loki’s and Hermes’s strengths and weaknesses in this Mythology Matchup.

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How did Black Adam become Shazam's almighty archenemy? Discover the story behind this Super-Villain's journey from heroic champion to cruel ruler, including the source of his magic mastery. With action-packed illustrations and easy-to-follow text, this DC chapter book is perfect for early readers.

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How much do you know about Greta Thunberg? Discover the details you want to know about this inspiring young activist. You’ll learn about her childhood, the challenges she has faced and accomplishments of this young leader in the fight against climate change.

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How much do you know about Amanda Gorman? Find out the facts you need to know about this impressive young poet. You’ll learn about her childhood, the challenges she has faced and the already impressive accomplishments of this rising star.

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Demi Lovato rose to stardom as a child actor, and went on to fame as a talented singer and performer. But what is this high-profile star like offstage? High-interest details and bold photos of Demi''s fascinating life will enthrall reluctant and struggling readers, while carefully levelled text will leave readers feeling confident.

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Cristiano Ronaldo is the world''s top football player. But what happens when he''s not scoring on the pitch? High-interest details and bold photos of his fascinating life will enthrall reluctant and struggling readers, while carefully levelled text will leave them feeling confident.

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On April Fool's Day, Max plays lots of tricks on Zoe. Max must learn when tricks are funny and when they are hurtful or he might lose his friendship with Zoe forever.

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Max is planning a big surprise for Mother's Day, but he needs Zoe's help. If everything goes as planned, this could be the best Mother's Day ever!

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Slate is a cliffhanger. His job is to guard the most dangerous books in the Library of Doom. But one day, Slate’s curiosity gets the better of him. He opens The Scrawler, a long forgotten book. Suddenly, everything goes silent. The air becomes ice cold. Slate cries out for help, but in the darkest depths of the Library of Doom, no one can hear you scream.

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The Library of Doom’s secret chamber holds a book that drains the Librarian’s life away. Now, the book has been stolen – and only another Librarian could be the thief. Even worse, if the last word is read on the final page of the book, the world will end! His life force shrinking with every step, the Librarian must find the traitor – and save the world from The Last Word.

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I can read, write, paint, and play at school. Connects to the non-fiction text pair People at School.

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Katie’s new puppy, Koko, has run away, and now the white doggie is lost! Pedro and Katie pair up to investigate. They are hot on Koko’s trail, but some clues lead nowhere. Still the detectives won’t give up. After all, solving this mystery is the only way to bring Koko home!

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