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The Forest Queen

Betsy Cornwell · Clarion Books
Pages: 304
Format: Hardcover

From a New York Times bestselling author, a fresh, female-centered take on "Robin Hood" in which a young noblewoman, like the legendary hero, becomes an outlaw fighting for social justice. Perfect for fans of Marissa Meyer and Sarah J. Maas. When sixteen-year-old Sylvie's brother...
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Robin Hood, the One Who Looked Good in Green

WENDY MASS · Scholastic Press
Pages: 288
Format: Hardcover

There's two sides to every story . . . this time it's Robin Hood and Maid Marian like you've never seen them before.
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Smarty Marty Steps up Her Game

AMY GUTIERREZ · CAMERON & CO
Pages: 144
Format: Print book

Smarty Marty, and her little brother Mikey, are back in the first in a series of illustrated chapter books, about a girl who loves baseball, written by San Francisco Giants in-game reporter Amy Gutierrez. Smarty Marty is the official scorekeeper for her little brother's Little League team....
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Make Origami Amphibians

Ruth Owen · Powerkids Pr
Pages: 32
Format: Library Binding

Hop, plop, splash! Welcome to the world of amphibians! These cold-blooded creatures come in crazy shapes, sizes, and colors. Readers of this fantastic guide to the ancient art of origami will learn all about amphibians as they craft. Step-by-step instructions help budding origami enthusiasts...
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A bird watcher's guide to sparrows

Grace Vail · Gareth Stevens Publishing
Pages: 32
Format: Print book

There are many kinds of songbirds that are called sparrows across North America. The song sparrow in particular is a melodious, yet secretive creature. Young bird watchers will love learning how to lure these sparrows to feeders, so they can observe them more closely. Theyll also learn...
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Soccer Shake-Up

Jake Maddox · Stone Arch Books
Format: Print book

Dominic doesnt want to play soccer, but when his mom signs him up, he has no choice. So Dominic just messes around on the field during practice, even though he secretly admires the skills of Carlos, his star-player teammate. When Carlos has to miss a game, Dominic starts to think it could...
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Caleb Davis Bradham: Pepsi-Cola Inventor

Sheila Griffin Llanas · Checkerboard Library
Format: Book

"In this title, unwrap the life of talented Pepsi-Cola inventor Ca leb Davis Bradham! Readers will enjoy getting the scoop on this Food Dude, beginning with his childhood in North Carolina. Students can follow Bradhams success story from his early days as a pharmacist to his introduction...
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An Electrician's Job

Patricia Dawson · Cavendish Square Publishing
Format:  Book : Juvenile audience : EnglishView all editions and formats

Learn how electricians work with lights and circuits to help fix up your home.
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Unicorn of Many Hats

DANA SIMPSON · Andrews McMeel Publishing
Pages: 174
Format: Print book

Laugh alongside the duo as they question the idea of "coolness," gain a deeper appreciation for the power of friendship, and put off summer reading assignments for as long as physically possible.
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French Bulldogs

Mari C. Schuh · Blastoff! Readers Level 2
Pages: 24
Format: Hardcover

These small lap dogs will warm your heart. French Bulldogs are a charming and adaptable breed, demanding a little bit of love but a lot of air conditioning. Compared to their canine comrades, Frenchies cant take the heat due to their short snouts. Beginning readers will fall in love this...
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Katie Just Desserts

Coco Simon · Simon Spotlight
Pages: 160
Format: Print book

Katie finally meets her father in the latest addition to the Cupcake Diaries series.Katie hasn't seen her father since she was a baby. After so many years apart, her father is trying to make the reunion a happy one, but Katie has a lot of unresolved feelings - and questions. At the same...
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Freedom Riders: A Primary Source Exploration of the Struggle for Racial Justice

Heather E. Schwartz · Capstone Press
Format: Print book

The Freedom Riders were a courageous group of people who decided to fight against bus segregation. They had no idea how bad it could get. But they were ready to stand up for their beliefs. Explore the points of view of the Freedom Riders and the people who opposed them through powerful...
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Hubble's Universe: Greatest Discoveries and Latest Images

Terence Dickinson · Firefly Books; Compact Edition edition
Format: Hardcover

Praise for the first edition: "Superbly well-produced. Any engagement with this 'cosmic portfolio,' from picture gazing to deep reading, is grandly rewarded." -- BOOKLIST "The book's precise descriptions and captions brilliantly complement the nearly 300 full-color...
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Space Dumplins

Craig Thompson · GRAPHIX
Pages: 310
Format: Hardcover

Highly acclaimed graphic novelist Craig Thompson's debut book for young readers about a plucky heroine on a mission to save her dad. For Violet Marlocke, family is the most important thing in the whole galaxy. So when her father goes missing while on a hazardous job, she can't just sit around...
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Meet the Carolina Panthers

Zack Burgess · Norwood House Press
Pages: 24
Format: Print book

"An introduction to the Carolina Panthers professional football team. Includes information about the team's history, stadium, star players, and uniforms. Features include: a true/false quiz, photos, vintage trading cards reproductions, maps, and records. Table of Contents, glossary,...
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