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When Camila decides to audition for a play, she practises hard to get ready. So she’s extra disappointed when she doesn’t get the starring role. But as she learns her part and works with the rest of the cast, Camila discovers there is more than one way to be a star.

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3 . . . 2 . . . 1 . . . BLAST OFF! The Mystery Inc. gang is headed to the Air and Space Museum when they run into a foggy phantom. Can Scooby-Doo and friends crack the case of the Spooky Space Kook and save the museum? Follow Scooby and the gang to find out in this early chapter book.

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Meet Mei, a mythical mermaid midfielder on the lookout for a new teammate! She scouts Megan, a human who’s got the skills on land. With a helpful magical tail (and a little practice), Megan swims onto the field. Will she become the next undersea football star? Find out more in this graphic novel!

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Nerves. Stress. Life spiraling out of control. Things that cause anxiety are all around. That’s completely normal! The good news is that we can all learn how to deal with those feelings in a healthier, more effective way. Find out what you can do to cope with any problem that comes at you.

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Connections made with other people affect the way we grow and thrive. But it can be hard to make new friends and maintain old relationships. Learn how to connect with people, be a good friend and get the most out of friendships.

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How can you prevent playground accidents? What clothes can help you to stay safe when playing on equipment? Why are soft surfaces important at playgrounds? Look inside to find the answers to these questions and more. By learning a few rules, you can stay safe and have fun at the playground.

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Stress can make you feel bad. It can be caused by lots of different things. A big test. A fight with a friend. A new experience. But no matter what causes the stress, the important thing is how you deal with it.

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To have good friends, you need to be a good friend. Listen. Be kind. Be reliable. Put others first. Being a good friend takes work, but the end result is worth it!

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Teasing. Spreading rumours. Leaving someone out on purpose. These are types of bullying, and bullying is never okay. You have the power to stop bullying by using respect and kindness, and this is an important power to have.

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Mambas can be either green or black. These dangerous snakes kill prey with their venomous bite. Then they swallow their prey whole! Learn more about these awesome snakes.

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Macaws are among the most colourful members of the parrot family. These clever birds live in the rainforest. They use their bony tongues to crack into nuts and seeds. Find out more about these fancy fliers!

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Giant tortoises can live for more than 100 years! These enormous creatures can also weigh a lot - more than 16 bicycles piled together. Find out all the facts about these peaceful island creatures.

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Hank Watson enjoys helping his basketball team win big games. However, his true passion is cooking. Hank doesn't tell his team that he likes to cook because he's afraid they'll make fun of him. When an opportunity arises to meet celebrity chef Brenton Spooner, Hank jumps at the chance. But while practising a difficult dish to impress his idol, he accidentally burns his hand. The injury isn't serious, but it affects his performance both on the court and in the kitchen. Despite the setback, Hank is determined to help his team achieve victory in the big game and meet his cooking hero in the process.

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

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

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

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

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

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Revisit the tale of Red Riding Hood in graphic novel form. A visit to her grandmother turns dangerous with the addition of a wolf! Will Red Riding Hood make it there safely, or fall victim to the wolf's traps?

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Revisit the tale of Cinderella in graphic novel form. The bright lights and fancy parties are calling - but Cinderella's stepmother won't let her go. A sprinkle of magic from a fairy godmother, and Cinderella is on her way in a party dress! Will she connect with the prince, or be stuck with her family forever?

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You probably use Wi-Fi all the time to connect to the internet through your laptop, tablet or phone. It's easy. Wi-Fi hotspots surround you as you go through your day - from school to a pizza place or coffee shop and then back home. Not so long ago, the internet wasn't as accessible. Find out how Wi-Fi works, how it became commonplace and what it might do for you in the future.

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Imagine you arrive at school and realize you forgot to feed the dog. No problem. Pull out your phone and command the dog dish to dispense a serving of food. That's all there is to it - if you live in a smart home. What once sounded like science fiction is now a reality for some families. People use smartphones and other devices to lock doors, turn on lights, close window blinds and check to see how much milk they have in the fridge. Find out how this technology works and what the future holds for smart homes.

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Different kinds of rocks are found on Earth. Many are found deep inside Earth. Discover why rocks are an important part of nature!

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Someone has broken into the Library of Doom! While searching for the intruder, the Librarian is struck down by a flying metal book. When he awakes, a shadowy figure stands above him. It is the Librarian’s enemy, the Eraser. He has chained the Librarian to a huge golden book. If the Librarian can’t escape, all of the world’s books could be destroyed. Join the mysterious Librarian on another adventure as he fights to save his precious books from the Library of Doom. Can he save them before they fall into the hands of people who would use them for evil?

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A young woman finds a bizarre book on a crowded bus. After reading a few pages, she becomes trapped inside the book itself. The pages spread out like an endless plain. A mysterious stranger known only as the Librarian offers to guide her to safety. But even he is vulnerable to the pages’ most potent snare − the millions of letters covering the paper were penned with poisonous ink! Join the mysterious Librarian on another adventure as he fights to save his precious books from the Library of Doom. Can he save them before they fall into the hands of people who would use them for evil?

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It's a fight to the finish line! Which racing car will get there first? Some racing cars look a lot like regular cars. Others have thin bodies and open wheels. Some race on mud tracks, while others race on smooth paved tracks. But they all have one thing in common... speed! Young readers will find out about the types of racing cars, their main parts and why fans crowd racing tracks around the world to see them go!

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It's a fight to the finish line! Which racing car will get there first? Some racing cars look a lot like regular cars. Others have thin bodies and open wheels. Some race on mud tracks, while others race on smooth paved tracks. But they all have one thing in common... speed! Young readers will find out about the types of racing cars, their main parts and why fans crowd racing tracks around the world to see them go!

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What does it mean to feel surprised? Learn how surprise makes your body feel, how your senses spark emotion, and how to handle it. Large, stunning photos help illustrate what surprise looks like. A mindfulness activity gives kids the chance to practice managing their feelings.

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What does it mean to be embarrassed? Learn what embarrassment feels like and what may trigger this emotion. Children will explore different ways to deal with their feelings and turn bad feelings into good ones. A mindfulness activity will give kids the chance to practice managing their emotion.

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What does it mean to be happy? Children will learn what happiness feels like, how their senses can affect their emotions and how to name and manage their feelings. Full-colour, diverse photos help illustrate what happiness looks like. A mindfulness activity gives kids the opportunity to explore their feelings.

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Gymnastics is amazing to watch! Kids can take part in the sport by learning about the skills, equipment, and the importance of good sportsmanship. They can even practice a basic skill to have more fun in the arena.

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An extremely evil book marked with an X has unleashed a swarm of X-winged insects, and the bugs are on the hunt for their favourite food - books! When the hungry horde targets a bookmobile and the humans inside, can the expert Librarian force the deadly pests to exit? Or will they turn him into an ex-librarian? Uncover hidden dangers 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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The Library of Doom’s greatest foe, the Eraser, has caught the Librarian in a lethal trap. Now the hero is chained down and a giant super-eraser swings above him, getting closer with every swipe. Can the Librarian escape the doom device, or will he be wiped out for good? Uncover hidden dangers 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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Deep within the Library of Doom, raiders are searching for the treasure of the Lost Archives. The thieves have captured a young worker to guide them through the maze-like shelves. The boy doesn’t want to betray the Librarian, but he is a Silent One. If he cannot speak, how can he call for help? Uncover hidden dangers 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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Farmers are hard workers. They grow plants and raise animals for people around the world. Give readers the inside scoop on what it's like to work as a farmer. Readers will learn about different types of farmers, the tools they use, and how people get this exciting job.

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Calling all golden retriever lovers! Ever wondered about a golden retriever's personality? Want to find out the best way to care for a golden retriever? Kids will learn all about golden retrievers with punchy facts, beautiful photos, and a fun activity.

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Look up! All mountains rise high into the sky, but there is more to these landforms than meets the eye! Some form when two pieces of Earth's crust push up land. Erupting volcanoes form others. Some are growing, while others are shrinking. Give beginning readers all the need-to-know information about mountains, including their characteristics, how they form, and where they can be found around the world.

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Hills aren't as tall as mountains, but they are still amazing landforms. Movement of Earth's crust form some. Wind and rain move dirt to form others. Some are rocky while others are sandy. Give beginning readers all the need-to-know information about hills, including their characteristics, how they form, and where they can be found around the world.

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All canyons are deep, steep valleys, but there is more to these landforms than meets the eye! Rivers form some canyons, while the movement of Earth's crust forms others. To get to the bottom of the Grand Canyon in Arizona, you'd have to travel more than a mile! Give beginning readers all the need-to-know information about canyons, including their characteristics, how they form, and where they can be found around the world.

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Chomp! This photo-guessing game challenges kids to guess whose teeth are in the images. The dazzling, jagged, and razor-sharp answers may be surprising!

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What would our world be like without magnets? Computers, radios, phones and TVs wouldn't work correctly. And many other modern machines wouldn't exist. With this basic introduction to magnets, young readers will learn how magnets work and how useful they are in our world today.

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Tamal has a problem. Every time he has to empty the bucket into the compost bin, his trainers get soaking wet! He wants to find a better way and maybe win his school’s science challenge at the same time. With help from his mum who is an engineer, Tamal builds an invention using different renewable energy sources.

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Animals need to eat to survive. What is eating what? Follow the food chains to find out. Learn how energy from food flows from one living thing to another - and then another! Find out about animals that are producers, consumers and decomposers. From forests to the oceans and skies, food chains are always at work.

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It's time for the first science experiment, but nobody can agree on which one to do. But why pick just one when Bear is around? Bears make the best science buddies, and Bear proves it by helping each group use the scientific method for its special experiment. This fourth picture book in Carmen Oliver's Bears Make the Best... series will bring the excitement of science to a new audience.

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Known as the father of science, Galileo pioneered the scientific method, which uses careful observation and experimentation to make scientific discoveries. He is also famous for his discoveries about the solar system, including the idea that Earth rotates around the Sun and not the other way around. This book looks at Galileo's life and work, and shows how his discoveries both changed society at the time and influenced people in the future.

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Darwin's theory of evolution changed how people saw the world and their place in it. He challenged the long-held belief that God had created every living thing in its current shape, and showed how he believed that animals had evolved, or changed over time. This book looks at Darwin's life and work, and shows how his discoveries both changed society at the time and influenced people in the future.

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Drug use and abuse can be a serious problem for teenagers. In this guide, readers will learn how to deal with addiction, how to avoid peer pressure and how to get help and make healthy choices. From alcohol and nicotine to marijuana and heroin, each drug has dangerous short- and long-term effects on the body, some of which can be life-threatening. Even painkillers prescribed by a doctor can become addictive and harmful. Readers will be inspired to make healthy choices and feel empowered to avoid drink and drugs.

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Going through puberty can be a challenging time. This book explains how hormones cause various changes in the body for both boys and girls, as well as advice on how to cope with them. Useful tips are highlighted on how to handle topics from persistent spots to the most effective shaving methods. Readers will also gain insight on how to deal with stress at home and at school. Medical and technical terms are defined, and health is emphasized throughout.

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