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Hopi

Sarah Tieck · Big Buddy Books
Format: Hardcover

This title introduces readers to the Hopi people. It covers traditional ways of life, including social structure, homes, food, art, and clothing. Also discussed is contact with Europeans and American settlers, as well as how the people keep their culture alive today.
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The Smuggler's Secrets: A Caroline Mystery

Kathleen Ernst · American Girl Publishing Inc
Pages: 215
Format: Paperback

The War of 1812 is still raging when Caroline goes to visit her cousin Lydia and Uncle Aaron's farm deep in the woods. While there, she finds evidence that someone is smuggling precious supplies to the British. She can't believe anyone would help the enemy during wartime! Even worse: could...
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Escape from Aleppo

N. H. Senzai · Simon & Schuster/Paula Wiseman Books
Pages: 336
Format: Hardcover

Nadia's family is forced to flee their home in Aleppo, Syria, when the Arab Spring sparks a civil war in this timely coming-of-age novel from award-winning author N.H. Senzai.Silver and gold balloons. A birthday cake covered in pink roses. A new dress. Nadia stands at the center of attention...
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Following Baxter

Barbara Kerley · HarperCollins
Pages: 256
Format: Hardcover

This heart-warming adventure for dog lovers everywhere is a great match for fans of books such as The Fourteenth Goldfish and A Snicker of Magic.Eleven-year-old Jordie Marie Wallace has been waiting forever for someone to move in next door, so she is thrilled when Professor Reece arrives:...
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The Phantom Bully

Jeffrey Brown · Scholastic Inc.
Pages: 176
Format: Hardcover

Award-winning author/illustrator Jeffrey Brown returns for the third installation of the NY Times Bestseller Star Wars: Jedi Academy! It's hard to believe this is Roan's last year at Jedi Academy. He's been busier than ever learning to fly (and wash) starships, swimming in the Lake...
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Supernova

KAZU KIBUISHI · Graphix
Pages: 208
Format: Hardcover

Emily has lost control of her Amulet and is imprisoned in the Void, where she must find a way to escape the influence of the Voice. Meanwhile, Emily's brother, Navin, travels to Lighthouse One, a space station where the Resistance is preparing to battle the approaching Shadow forces that...
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Wolfie and Fly: Band on the Run

CARY FAGAN · Tundra Books
Pages: 96
Format: Hardcover

A classic story of imagination, friendship, rock bands and high-speed helicopter chases. For fans of Ivy & Bean, Judy Moody or Nate the Great.Everyone's favorite odd couple is back. Our heroine, Renata Wolfman (Wolfie) does everything by herself. Friends just get in the way, and she only...
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The Wild Ones

C Alexander London · Philomel Books, an imprint of Penguin Group (USA)
Pages: 241
Format: Print book

For fans of Warriors, Spirit Animals, and Redwall--the next great animal fantasy adventure is here! Kit is a young raccoon who has lived his whole life under the Big Sky. But when a pack of hunting dogs destroy his home and kill his parents, Kit needs to escape. He finds himself in Ankle...
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The Lotterys Plus One

Emma Donoghue · Arthur A. Levine Books
Pages: 320
Format: Hardcover

Sumac Lottery is nine years old and the self-proclaimed "good girl" of her (VERY) large, (EXTREMELY) unruly family. And what a family the Lotterys are: four parents, children both adopted and biological, and a menagerie of pets, all living and learning together in a sprawling...
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Alabama

Barbara A. Somervill · C. Press/F. Watts Trade; Revised edition
Format: Book

America the Beautiful, Third Series is bursting with fascinating facts, up-to-date statistics, glorious full-color photographs, and unusual lists guaranteed to elicit at least one WOW! with the turn of every page. America the Beautifuls new dynamic design and editorial approach to the geography,...
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Modding Minecraft

Sarah Guthals. · John Wiley & Sons
Pages: 128
Format: Print book

My kid can mod Minecraft? Oh my! There's no doubt about it: Minecraft has taken the world by storm. If your resident Minecraft fanatic is ready to take their experience to a new level of play, introduce them to modding! Modding allows Minecraft players to modify the game through code...
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Abby Wambach

John Bankston · Mitchell Lane Publishers
Format: Print book

Children's biography of soccer superstar, Abby Wambach
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Arcady's Goal

Eugene Yelchin · Henry Holt and Co.
Pages: 234
Format: Hardcover

From Newbery Honor-winning author Eugene Yelchin comes another glimpse into Soviet Russia. For twelve-year-old Arcady, soccer is more than just a game. Sent to live in a children's home after his parents are declared enemies of the state, it is a means of survival, securing extra rations,...
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Icebreaker

Lian Tanner · Feiwel and Friends
Pages: 294
Format: Print book

An enthralling adventure set in a strange world on the high seas.Petrel is an outcast on the ancient ship, an icebreaker, that has been following the same course for 300 years. In that time, the ship's crew has forgotten its original purpose and broken into three warring tribes. Everyone...
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Haunted Battlefields

JANICE DYER · CRABTREE PUB CO
Format: Hardcover

This high-interest title explores the history and lore behind battlefields around the world that are reported to be haunted. Readers will evaluate the eyewitness accounts and historical records of ghostly soldiers and other figures that haunt the sites of war and destruction. A narrative...
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