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After a day of watching thrilling routines, a young gymnastics fan says goodnight to her favourite sport. From the vault and beam to the bars and floor, her favourite gymnasts soar to success until the very last flip. With action-packed rhyming text and energetic art, Goodnight Gymnastics will have little tumblers cheering for bedtime!

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Pele's rabona kick. The Ronaldo chop. Megan Rapinoe's statue pose. These are some of football's greatest signature moves and celebrations! Discover the history behind these moves and more in this action-packed book perfect for young sports fans. Jam-packed with dynamic photographs and fast-paced text, the book will be certain to engage even the most struggling and reluctant readers.

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A popular Japanese folktale adapted into graphic novel format for young readers. In this Japanese folktale, a fisher boy, Urashima Taro, saves the life of a magical turtle. As a reward, the turtle guides the fisher boy to an enchanted underwater palace, where a young princess awaits him. But when the boy must return home to his family, he is greeted with the surprise of his lifetime. With clever text and easy-to-follow panels, books in the Discover Graphics: Global Folktales series are perfect for graphic novel fans new and old. Other Books in This Series:The King with a Horse's Ears: An Irish Graphic FolktaleThe Magic Tapestry: A Chinese Graphic FolktaleThe Magpie's Tail: A Swedish Graphic FolktaleThe Sky Fox: A Peruvian Graphic FolktaleThe Tortoise and the Hare: A West African Graphic FolktaleTurtle and the Geese: An Indian Graphic Folktale

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Sadiq wants to earn money to buy a birthday gift for Hooyo. A lemonade stand provides inspiration and, after some business advice, Sadiq, Zaza and Manny start a cookie delivery business! Sadiq's brother and sister join in to help, but starting a business turns out to be tricky... and messy! With a sick baker, a cookie crash and other baking boo-boos, will Sadiq's cookie biz be a bust? Somali-origin author Siman Nuurali offers another installment in the delightful Sadiq chapter book series.

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Poppy can't wait for her hen, Dottie, to have chicks. But when Poppy checks the chicken coop, she realizes Dottie's eggs aren't going to hatch. Poor Dottie! Poppy is determined to help. She and her mum visit the feed shop, and Poppy comes up with a new plan - she'll hatch her own eggs. But will Poppy's eggs hatch for Dottie?

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Scooby-Doo and the Super-Pets Krypto, Streaky and Misty are all good crime fighters. But which animal is better, cats or dogs? After an emerald cat statue is stolen, the cats and dogs agree to a contest to find out. As the clues are sniffed out, who will come out on top?

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How did Wonder Woman get her powers? What is her tiara made of? Where did the Amazon Princess once work as a waitress? Discover a treasure trove of info about the world's most amazing Amazon warrior. Featuring captivating text, quick lists, fun quizzes and more, this behind-the-scenes bio is bursting with fantastic facts and super secrets! It has everything young readers never knew they needed to know about Wonder Woman!

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Cut! Yasmin's class is putting on a play, and her job as director is turning out to be harder than she thought. The actors aren't happy, and Yasmin is quickly losing control. Then Yasmin realizes the director is in charge, so she directs some big changes to the save the play! Best-selling author Saadia Faruqi shares another delightful story featuring Yasmin and her multi-generational Pakistani family.

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Mama and Baba are away on a trip, and Yasmin is moping because she misses them. Then Yasmin, Nani and Nana discover an injured cat that needs to be rescued. Could helping a creature in need be just the thing to cheer up Yasmin? Best-selling author Saadia Faruqi shares another delightful story featuring Yasmin and her multi-generational Pakistani family.

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Throughout history, people have told many stories about fearsome pirates on the high seas. But not all of them are true! Was walking the plank a common punishment that pirates used? Did pirates keep pets? Check out the stories. Then see if you can spot the myths!

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The Mystery Machine broke down, and Scooby-Doo and the Mystery Inc. gang are stranded. It's going to take every type of transportat to get back home, including a bus, train, boat, plane and more! Young readers will delight in using the clues in the text and photos to guess what type of transport the gang is using before turning the page to find out if they are right.

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Scooby-Doo and the Mystery Inc. gang discover a new neighbourhood. There are so many places to explore, including a library, post office, fire station and more! Young readers will delight in using the clues in the text and photos to guess which place the gang is visiting before turning the page to find out if they are right.

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Scooby-Doo and the Mystery Inc. gang are exploring different habitats. They're visiting mountains, deserts, oceans and more! Young readers will delight in using the clues in the text and photos to guess which habitat the gang is visiting before turning the page to find out if they are right.

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Think you know a lot about video games? Prepare to know even more about video game history, famous games and gamers, and esports. You'll be surprised by how much you'll discover in this totally terrific book of video game trivia. Dynamic design pairs with engaging photos and carefully levelled text to make the facts easy to read but hard to forget, making these books perfect for both on-level and struggling readers.

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What is it like to live in or visit Cuba? What makes Cuba's culture unique? Explore the geography, traditions and daily lives of Cubans. In every book in the World Passport series, readers will experience what it might be like to live in different spots around the globe through vibrant photos, engaging text, unique recipes and fun activities. The series introduces children to widely varied cultures throughout the world, broadening their understanding of how people are both similar and different worldwide.

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When Mya wakes up to a gloomy day, her grandpa asks her how she could make the day brighter. His simple question puts Mya into motion, and together with her little brother, Oliver, and neighbour Addie, she opens the Kindness Booth. Their plan is to spread some sunshine to the neighbours in her block of flats by helping them throughout the day. But what happens when the booth gets soaked in a downpour?

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Camila Maria Flores Ortiz was born to be a star. At least that's what her plan is! But she knows that becoming famous won't happen all by itself. It's going to take a lot of hard work. Every adventure in this early chapter book series brings Camila one step closer to her dreams!Camila has always loved music and singing, and now she'd like to play an instrument. Her music teacher offers her a few to try. From the deep beat of the drums to the trill of the flute, which instrument will pave the way for Camila to become a music star?

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Min Monkey wants to play with the little bug, but Grandpa Tut says he is hiding from a big black spider. Min Monkey is scared of the spider, but then looks after the little bug so the spider does not get it. Connects to the non-fiction text pair, Ladybird Puppet.

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A big boy starts school and sees all the big things at school. Connects to the fiction text pair, I Can Go to School.

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Lilly wants to hang out with the popular girls, so when queen bee Tania invites Lilly to her birthday party, she can't wait. What she doesn't realize is that Tania is hoping to go through Lilly to get to her cute older brother, Hank. When Tania's plan fails, she blames Lilly, making her life a nightmare. Will Lilly survive the mean queens of middle school? Strong themes of character education and a diverse cast of characters make this Junior High Drama graphic novel an entertaining yet safe pick for a wide range of readers, both those reading at level and also reluctant and struggling readers.

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Drew Daniels, aka the Fantastic Freewheeler, is facing his toughest mission yet: the school dance. He's taking his friend, and crush, Maxima Croft and wants everything to be perfect. But on the big night, an unexpected extraterrestrial guest crashes the party! What's worse, Freewheeler was overusing his info-absorbing ability in the hope of impressing his date, and now he's got a bad case of brain freeze! Can the hero gain his superpower back and communicate with the alien before mass panic breaks out? Find out in this exciting Fantastic Freewheeler graphic novel, featuring a courageous hero who uses a wheelchair due to cerebral palsy, as well as action full of humour and heart.

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Brain-gobbling zombies discover healthy eating habits in this laugh-out-loud picture book!BRAINS for breakfast?! Zombies have a thing or two to learn about healthy eating habits. Luckily, we humans are here to teach them, right? Like, maybe slurp down scrambled eggs instead of scrambled brains. Or get energized with fruit and veggies instead of taking that daily nap in the mud! With oh-so ew-y illustrations and laugh-out-loud rhymes, pre-readers and early readers alike are sure to be scared silly... and to pick up some healthy nutrition habits along the way!Other Books in the Care and Keeping of Zombies series:Zombies Shouldn't Brush Their Teeth with RocksZombies Shouldn't Exercise After MidnightZombies Shouldn't Sleep in the Mud

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Zombies discover tips for a good night's rest in this hilarious picture book!Ever wonder why zombies look a bit, um, tired? Maybe they're just not getting enough sleep! Thankfully, we humans are here to teach them tips for a good night's rest. Like, maybe find a comfy resting spot instead of taking a nap in the mud. Or how about shutting off those zombifying screens before bedtime? With gross-out illustrations and funny rhymes, pre-readers and early readers alike are sure to be scared silly... and to pick up some healthy sleep habits along the way!Other Books in the Care and Keeping of Zombies series:Zombies Shouldn't Brush Their Teeth with RocksZombies Shouldn't Eat Brains for BreakfastZombies Shouldn't Exercise After Midnight

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After a summer of nine typhoons in 1931, the dams on the Yangtze River in China broke, completely flooding nearby towns and farms. Twelve-year-old Ting wakes up to a house full of water and her parents nowhere to be found. It''s up to her to lead her younger brother and others to safety, battling high waters and greedy characters along the way. Will the children survive to be reunited with their parents? Part of the Girls Survive Graphic Novels series, Ting and the Deadly Waters brings a defining historical event to life.

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A visit to the zoo opens Jina's eyes to an endangered species in her very own local area. She finds out she gets to help with a project to save this animal. But there's a small problem. The animal is far from being cute and cuddly like her beloved pandas. Will Jina overcome her reluctance and make a difference after all?

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From the cars people drive to the phones in their pockets, computers are found everywhere in our world, and they're becoming smarter. But what makes a computer program intelligent? How can some programs beat humans at chess or trivia games? Can computers and robots really think and learn on their own? Or are they just following complex programming? In this non-fiction graphic novel, readers can follow Max Axiom and the Society of Super Scientists as they learn how artificial intelligence works and how AI is used in the world today.

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When someone mentions the word robot, what comes to mind? Many people think of mechanical characters often seen in science fiction films. But look around and you'll notice that our world is full of robots. From medical devices people use to help them walk to probes that explore the oceans and outer space, robots are all around us. In this non-fiction graphic novel, readers can join Max Axiom and the Society of Super Scientists as they take a closer look at the many kinds of robots and how they make our lives better every day.

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An inspiring graphic novel about Elizebeth Friedman, a codebreaking pioneer who changed the course of World War II. Nazi spy rings! No-good gangsters! Shakespearian lies! Discover the courageous woman who cracked all these cases and morewith only a pencil and paper. The youngest of ten siblings, Elizebeth Friedman stood out from an early age with brilliant language skills and a passion for English literature. Eventually, these talents led to a new opportunity: codebreaking. Using ciphers and other trailblazing techniques, Friedman solved coded messages to take down some of the most notorious gangsters in the United States, including the infamous Al Capone. During World War II, as German forces stormed across Europe, she took her skills to the frontlines, thwarting Nazi spies and helping lead Allied forces to victory. In this action-packed, full-color graphic novel, learn more about this daring woman who took risks, defied expectations, and confronted the enemies of World War II. Ot

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Twins Nico and Letta are ready for the big science fair. Their volcano is going to blow the competition away! But will a strange new scientist ruin their entire project? With short chapters, easy-to-read text and enhanced back matter, this Boo Book delivers just-right frights (without the sleepless nights) for the earliest readers.

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Lola learns about the Tooth Fairy’s friend, el Ratón, in another adventure celebrating her Guatemalan heritage! Lola is excited when Abuelita and Lola's cousin Luis come to visit from Guatemala. The fun doubles when Lola and Luis discover that they both have a wobbly tooth! Lola is looking forward to a treat from the Tooth Fairy, but Luis is worried. How will el Ratón, the Guatemalan mouse who brings money for lost teeth, find him in Texas? Lola and Luis brainstorm solutions to this problem, but el Ratón may have a surprise in store for them both! Readers will delight in meeting Lola, her family and friends in this charming chapter book from the Hola Lola series, focused on family, heritage and cultural exploration.

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Lola attempts to avoid a Day of the Dead disaster in another adventure celebrating her Guatemalan heritage! Lola is excited for Halloween, but Mama is sad to be missing the holiday she loved in Guatemala: the Day of the Dead. Then Lola’s family is invited to a Day of the Dead party! But when Lola discovers that a Guatemalan dish called Fiambre is on the menu, she panics. She doesn’t like her foods to touch, and she really doesn’t like beetroot or sardines! With Abuelita’s help, can Lola find the courage to share in the celebration and try something new? Readers will delight in meeting Lola, her family and friends in this charming chapter book from the Hola Lola series, focused on family, heritage and cultural exploration.

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Learn about different kinds of simple games to play indoors and outdoors with a friend. This is an Engage Literacy title in the Blue colour band, and is perfect for both guided and independent reading. It connects with the fiction text pair, Lara and the Surprise Clues.

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It is fun to have a dog for a pet. You can play with your dog. But you have to look after it, too!This is an Engage Literacy title in the Blue colour band, and is perfect for both guided and independent reading. It connects with the fiction text pair, Lea Goes to the Dog Shelter.

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Learn about how shadows are made and fun things to do with shadows!This is an Engage Literacy title in the Blue colour band, and is perfect for both guided and independent reading. It connects with the fiction text pair, Min Monkey and the Shadows.

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Min Monkey is playing and sees lots shadows everywhere he goes. This is an Engage Literacy title in the Blue colour band, and is perfect for both guided and independent reading. It connects with the non-fiction text pair, Shadows.

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Think you know a lot about all things strange, mysterious and disturbing? Get ready to learn even more! From the lost city of Atlantis to famous missing people to the possible existence of Bigfoot, get ready to learn all about the world's strange and mysterious happenings that have baffled experts for years. Dynamic design pairs with engaging photos and carefully levelled text to make the facts easy to read but hard to forget, making these books perfect for both on-level and struggling readers.

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Think you know a lot about space and the universe? Prepare to learn even more about amazing galaxies, stars, planets and space exploration. You'll be surprised by how much you'll discover in this totally terrific book of space trivia. Dynamic design pairs with engaging photos and carefully levelled text to make the facts easy to read but hard to forget, making these books perfect for both on-level and struggling readers.

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When Alice gets worn out while painting her house, Arlo offers to make her a cool, refreshing drink. But agreeing on what to serve is harder than it sounds. Can Arlo and his friends come up with a delightful drink to put the spring back in Alice’s step? Find out in this early graphic novel that will warm young readers’ hearts with a perfect recipe for friendship and fun.

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What's as big as a dinosaur but doesn't weigh anything? What do you get when dinosaurs crash their cars? Find out the answers to these and many other goofy dinosaur riddles that readers can use to stump their friends and keep them asking for more!Each high-interest themed book in this series is packed with a fun selection of logic puzzles, brainteasers, groan-inducing word-play riddles and more. Silly and engaging photos add to the fun! Whether readers like zany riddles about animals, dinosaurs or school, there's something for everyone!

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The line to go down the slide is so long, and you're at the back. Instead of complaining and shoving, you wait calmly. You made yet another mistake at basketball practice. You don't get upset. You keep trying. Find out more ways you can show patience and how this real-life superpower makes a big difference in the world. In this book, young readers will learn all about patience. The book is filled with examples of ways children can show this superhero-like quality in daily life. You don't need to be a superhero to have superpowers, you already have powers to make the world a better place, and patience is one of them!

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Every act of kindness counts, no matter how small! Help a neighbour carry in their shopping. Smile at someone in the school corridor. Be a good listener. When you're kind, you make a big difference in the lives of the people around you. Show this real-life superpower, and watch kindness spread!In this book, young readers will learn all about kindness. The book is filled with examples of ways children can show this superhero-like quality in daily life. You don''t need to be a superhero to have superpowers, you already have powers to make the world a better place, and kindness is one of them!

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When sharing your treats, you give each friend the same amount. When you disagree with your friends, you give them a chance to talk about how they feel. You own up to your mistakes instead of blaming someone else. In this book, young readers will learn all about fairness. The book is filled with examples of ways children can show this superhero-like quality in daily life. You don't need to be a superhero to have superpowers, you already have powers to make the world a better place, and fairness is one of them!

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After Ivette is gifted an old game console, she becomes interested in speedrunning an old game called The Shattered Blade. So interested, in fact, that she enters an amateur speedrunning contest. As Ivette travels to the competition, news breaks that online gamer Quick Silver has broken the speedrun record once again. Can Ivette discover the glitches and techniques to put her in competition with the best?

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Francis is spending the week at an esports camp, with the hopes of becoming even better at Red Card Racers, his best and favourite game. But it doesn''t take long for Francis to realize that the camp competition is tough. Frustrated by his game performance, Francis struggles to make progress and even has to deal with a bad-mouthing competitor. Will Francis find a way move past his early losses to take advantage of all that the camp has to offer?

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Batman and manga unite! Put a new spin on classic Gotham City Super Heroes and Super-Villains, and learn how to draw them as dynamic manga characters. Easy-to-follow steps start with simple lines and progress to fully coloured figures that practically leap off the page. Along the way, discover interesting Japanese comics facts and tips for punching up your artwork. Packed full of stunning illustrations, this guide will inspire creativity and help artists of all levels reimagine the Dark Knight, Robin, Batgirl, The Joker and more as manga-style masterpieces!

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Superman and manga unite! Put a new spin on iconic Metropolis Super Heroes and Super-Villains, and learn how to draw them as dynamic manga characters. Easy-to-follow steps start with simple lines and progress to fully coloured figures that practically leap off the page. Along the way, discover interesting Japanese comics facts and tips for punching up your artwork. Packed full of stunning illustrations, this guide will inspire creativity and help artists of all levels reimagine the Man of Steel, Supergirl, Lex Luthor, Darkseid and more as manga-style masterpieces!

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Polar bears and arctic foxes team up for a hunt in this photo-filled non-fiction book for young wildlife fans. One powerful polar bear + one sly arctic fox = a dream team! Discover how two vastly different animal species team up to find food. With super-smell and tremendous strength, polar bears are the Arctic’s deadliest hunters. So much so, these big-time beasts often have leftovers. Cue the arctic foxes! These clever opportunists are game for any meal and will clean up after polar bears, lickety-split. With eye-popping photographs, quick facts and beyond-the-book back matter, Polar Bears and Arctic Foxes Team Up! will have young readers and wildlife fans rooting for these animal allies.

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A dangerous book is missing from the Library of Doom. The book has no words, except for one single sentence. Whoever reads it disappears. Forever. When the book appears in a classroom on the first day of school, it will be up to the Librarian to close this new chapter of fear. Uncover hidden threats and dark mysteries with SECRETS OF THE LIBRARY OF DOOM, a page-turning chapter book series from best-selling author Michael Dahl.

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