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National Geographic Kids Chapters: Lucky Leopards: And More True Stories of Amazing Animal Rescues

Aline Alexander Newman · National Geographic Children's Books
Format: Paperback

Based on the hit feature in National Geographic Kids magazine, we bring you Lucky Leopards, true and inspiring stories of daring animal rescues that will engage and enchant readers of all ages. Packed with full-color photography, and written in fun and lively prose that empowers readers...
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I am Abraham Lincoln

Brad Meltzer · Dial Books
Pages: 40
Format: Hardcover

We can all be heroes. That's the inspiring message of this lively, collectible picture book biography series from New York Times bestselling author Brad Meltzer. "Kids always search for heroes, so we might as well have a say in it," Brad Meltzer realized, and so he envisioned...
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Cultural Traditions in South Africa

Molly Aloian · Crabtree Publishing Company
Format: Book

South Africa is known as the Rainbow Nation because the people who live there have come from many different backgrounds. This fascinating book describes the holidays and family celebrations inspired by the many cultures of South Africas people.,
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Davy Loves His Mommy

Brigitte Weninger · NorthSouth
Format: Hardcover

A hoppy Mother’s Day tale!   When Davy’s mom gets upset with him for being late for diner, he’s determined to make things right with the perfect Mother’s Day gift. But when Davy decides that the best gift of all would be five well-behaved bunnies, he has his work...
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Neil Armstrong

Dana Meachen Rau · Childrens Pr
Format: Paperback

Simple, engaging text and vivid photographs introduce young learners to the most important and influential men and women in history. From presidents, to civil rights leaders, to visionary artists, young readers will learn about how these individuals worked to attain their goals and accomplished...
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Eva and the New Owl: A Branches Book

Rebecca Elliott · Scholastic Inc.
Pages: 80
Format: Hardcover

There's a new owl in Eva's class. Will Eva make a new friend? In book #4, a new owl named Hailey starts in Eva's class at school. Eva is always happy to meet new people, and she's excited to make a new friend! But the new owl befriends Lucy instead of her. So Eva gets jealous. Lucy is Eva's...
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Flat Stanley at Bat

Jeff Brown · HarperCollins; I Can Read Book 2 edition
Format: Paperback

Flat Stanley, the beloved character created by Jeff Brown, is back in this I Can Read book about baseball! When Stanley plays center field for his baseball team, he is a flat-out great player! None of the other players can float to catch the highest hits, or earn walks from the fastest...
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Maybe Something Beautiful: How Art Transformed a Neighborhood

F Isabel Campoy · HMH Books for Young Readers
Pages: 40
Format: Hardcover

What good can a splash of color do in a community of gray? As Mira and her neighbors discover, more than you might ever imagine! Based on the true story of the Urban Art Trail in San Diego, California, Maybe Something Beautiful reveals how art can inspire transformation - and how even the smallest...
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The Story of Easter

Mary Joslin · Lion Pub
Pages: 32
Format: Print book

A sumptuous presentation of the traditional Easter story of Jesus Once, long ago, lived a man named Jesus. Many people flocked to hear his message about God's love and forgiveness. When powerful people had Jesus put to death on a cross, his followers were in despair. But that was not the end - it was really...
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Ariel Bradley, Spy for General Washington

Lynda Durrant · VanitaBooks
Pages: 49
Format: Book

Ariel Bradley is Washington's boy spy who pretends to be a country bumpkin (a"Johnny Raw") . He 'stumbles' into General Howe's camp "looking for the mill" hisfather has sent him in search of. In reality, he is assessing the strength and numbersof the British...
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Mr. Putter & Tabby Turn the Page

Cynthia Rylant · HMH Books for Young Readers
Format: Hardcover

Mr. Putter and his fine cat, Tabby, love reading their favorite books over and over. So when Mr. Putter sees a sign at the library that says "Read Aloud with Your Pet at Story Time," he signs up! But then Mr. Putter's friend and neighbor, Mrs. Teaberry, wants to join. If Mrs....
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Chase's Space Case

Kristen L Depken · Random House, 2016.
Pages: 24
Format: Print book

Chase and the rest of Nickelodeon's PAW Patrol have an out-of-this-world adventure when they help a lost alien find his spaceship. Boys and girls ages 4 to 6 will love this Step 1 Step into Reading leveled reader. Step 1 readers feature big type and easy words. Rhymes and rhythmic text...
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Are Haunted Houses Real?

Patrick Perish · Amicus
Format: Book

Presents famous haunted houses such as the Borley Rectory, the White House, and the Amityville horror, and briefly examines the claims, some of which have no scientific explanation and some of which were hoaxes.
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DK Readers L1: LEGO Star Wars: A New Hope

Emma Grange · DK Children
Format: Paperback

DK Readers is a multi-level reading program guaranteed to capture children's interest while developing their reading skills and general knowledge. With nine new exciting titles to choose from this season, kid's ages 4-9 will find the perfect book at their appropriate reading level...
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Ancient animals : saber-toothed cat

Sarah L Thomson; Andrew Plant · Charlesbridge
Format:  Print book : Juvenile audience : EnglishView all editions and formats

The saber-toothed cat was a fearsome prehistoric predator. Written for beginning readers, clear and succinct text explains how we think saber-toothed cats lived, hunted, and became extinct. Back matter explores other large-toothed predators and provides additional print, visual, and web resources.
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