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Meet Nickelodeon's newest star, Lay Lay, in this original illustrated chapter book series. Lay Lay and her group, the Slay Gang, star in this series. Follow the girls as they come up with new routines, perform for their fans, and have more music-filled adventures! Each book in this series tells a totally original Lay Lay story and features adorable illustrations throughout.

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An inspiring story of a friendship between Congressman John Lewis and ten-year-old activist Tybre Faw by New York Times bestselling author Andrea Davis Pinkney! Ten-year-old Tybre Faw is obsessed with history and the civil rights movement, and he devours every book he can find on the subject. When he learns of Congressman John Lewis's harrowing and heroic march across the Edmund Pettus Bridge in the fight for the right to vote, Tybre is determined to meet him. Tybre's two grandmothers take him on the seven-hour drive to Selma. And as the two meet and become fast friends, Tybre joins Lewis for the annual walk across the Edmund Pettus Bridge! When John Lewis is laid to rest, Tybre is invited to read Lewis's favourite poem, "Invictus," at the funeral service. Pinkney weaves this story of a boy with a dream with the story of a true-life hero (who himself was inspired by Martin Luther King when he was a boy). Who will be next to rise up and turn the page on history? Perfect for those who want to learn more about the American civil rights movement An inspiring story of friendship Full-colour illustrations by Keith Henry Brown. Distinctions and Praise for Andrea Davis Pinkney's previous title, Martin Rising: Requiem for a King A Washington Post Best Book of the Year A Kirkus Reviews Best Book of the Year A New York Public Library Best Book of the Year A School Library Journal Best Book of the Year A Chicago Public Library Best Book of the Year * Unique and remarkable. -- Publishers Weekly, starred review * Each poem trembles under the weight of the story it tells... Martin Rising packs an emotional wallop and, in perfect homage, soars when read aloud. -- Booklist, starred review * A powerful celebration of Martin Luther King Jr.School Library Journal, starred review

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The hit series is now a major motion picture. Join Mr Wolf and the gang in their big screen debut! They may look like Bad Guys, but these wannabe heroes are doing good deeds … whether you like it or not! Discover all you need to know about the baddest guys around in this all-new novel based on the major motion picture! Perfect for new and old fans of the series Based on the major motion picture From the bestselling series that has sold 8.2 million copies worldwide.

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Alberto's life isn't easy: He's an undocumented immigrant from Mexico who lives with his sister's abusive boyfriend, but he'd always accepted his place in the world. Until he starts hearing the voice of a man called Captain America, a voice that wants him to achieve more, no matter the cost. Grace has it all: She has a supportive boyfriend, she's on track to be valedictorian, and she's sure to go to the college of her dreams. Still, nothing feels right to her any more after the divorce of her parents, and feels she needs something more. When Alberto and Grace meet, they have an immediate and electric connection. But when Alberto is present at the scene of a terrible crime, he becomes a suspect. And with his developing schizophrenia, he's not even sure he believes in his own innocence. Can Grace find a way to prove Alberto's innocence to himself and the world? This is a page-turning thriller and a sensitive story about mental health, love, and community that will appeal to anyone who has struggled with their place in the world, from award-winning author Francisco X. Stork.

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There is always something exciting happening at the Jurassic World theme park, and now you get to be part of the action! Within these pages, you'll find messages from the command centre that need decoding, mazes and puzzles to prove how well you know the park, and other activities to show off your knowledge of the Jurassic World dinosaurs. But that's not all! There are also three action-packed comics for you to finish with stickers and stencils any way you like! So grab a pen or pencil and your collectible Blue pencil topper and get your ROOOOAAAR on with these awesome activities!

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Party with Poppy, Branch and all your favorite Trolls in this amazing new novelty book, filled with fun colours and shiny foil to scratch! Poppy and the Trolls are having a party and you're invited! Use the wooden stylus to scratch away the pages and discover who's invited, complete a maze to help Branch deliver the invitations, design a cake with Bridget and a whole lot more. It's sure to be a blast! comes with wooden sylus to create gorgeous artworks spiral bound so pages lay flat sparkly foil on cover making this an eye-catching gift for any Trolls fan

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