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A tricky sleepover

Meg Greve; Sara Lawrence · Rourke Educational Media
Pages: 48
Format:  Print book : Fiction : Juvenile audience : EnglishView all editions and formats

All the girls in class are talking about Kayla s party. It will be Jasmine and Annie s first sleepover and they have mixed feelings, so when Jasmine overhears a conversation about a plan to play tricks on her and Annie, things take a turn for the worse. But sometimes what you hear isn t what...
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Supergifted

Gordon Korman · Balzer + Bray
Pages: 304
Format: Library Binding

The highly anticipated sequel to Ungifted from #1 New York Times bestselling author Gordon Korman. Donovan Curtis has never been what anyone would call "gifted." But his genius friend Noah Youkilis is actually supergifted, with one of the highest IQs around. After years at the Academy...
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Infinity Ring Book 7: The Iron Empire

James Dashner · Scholastic
Pages: 190
Format: Hardcover

James Dashner returns to the New York Times bestselling series!They've sailed on the Santa Maria, defended famous cities from Vikings and Mongols, and come face-to-face with some of the greatest figures in history. Now, at long last, Dak, Sera, and Riq travel back in time to the moment...
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What Elephants Know

Eric Dinerstein · Disney-Hyperion
Pages: 273
Format: Print book

Abandoned in the jungle of the Nepalese Borderlands, two-year-old Nandu is found living under the protective watch of a pack of wild dogs. From his mysterious beginnings, fate delivers him to the King's elephant stable, where he is raised by unlikely parents-the wise head of the stable,...
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101 Dog Tricks, Kids Edition: Fun and Easy Activities, Games, and Crafts

Kyra Sundance · Quarry Books; Kids ed edition
Format: Book

Yes, kids can train dogs! With over a half-million copies in print, the original 101 Dog Tricks is a proven success. Now, 101 Dog Tricks: Kids Edition brings you the same successful methods, tailored especially for kids. This book features full color step-by-step photos of every trick,...
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Absolutely Almost

Lisa Graff · Penguin Group USA
Pages: 7
Format: Book

From the author of the National Book Award nominee A Tangle of Knots comes an inspiring novel about figuring out who you are and doing what you love.Albie has never been the smartest kid in his class. He has never been the tallest. Or the best at gym. Or the greatest artist. Or the most...
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Light Q&A

Gina L. Hamilton · Av2 by Weigl
Format: Paperback

What is light, and why is it important? What gives objects their colours? How do people see light? Find the answers to these questions and more in Light, an AV2 media enhanced book. Your AV2 book gives you access to enriched and enhanced content that includes audio, video, weblinks, quizzes,...
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The Brightest Stars of Summer

Leila Howland · Harpercollins
Pages: 368
Format: Print book

The Silver sisters return to Cape Cod in this sequel to The Forget-Me-Not Summer, which ALA BOOKLIST called "reminiscent of the Penderwick series" in its starred review. Wedding bells are ringing on the Cape! It's summer again, and Marigold, Zinnia, and Lily are heading back...
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Serena Williams: Tennis Legend

Alex Monnig · Sportszone
Pages: 32
Format: Library Binding

This title introduces readers to Serena Williams, providing exciting details about her life and going deep inside the key moments of her tennis career. The title also features fun facts and quotes, a glossary, and further resources. SportsZone is an imprint of Abdo Publishing Company.
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Dealing with defeat.

Kelli L Hicks · Rourke Educational Media
Format:  Book : English

Readers will learn the importance of accepting unexpected or unwanted outcomes in Dealing With Defeat. This title includes full-color photographs, vocabulary, comprehension and extension activities, and more to enhance readers' comprehension and application skills. The Social Skills series...
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The Assassination of John F. Kennedy

Peter Benoit · Scholastic
Pages: 64
Format: Print book

The definitive history series! Strong narratives and eye-catching images tell the stories behind growth and development in the United States and around the world. Sidebars illustrate how history affects the present day Glossaries define important vocabulary specific to each book Timelines...
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Word Problems Using Ratios and Proportions

Zella Williams · Enslow Publishing
Pages: 48
Format: Library Binding

Ratios and proportions are good ways to break down and understand really big numbers, and the numbers dont get any bigger than they do in outer space. This book brings young mathematicians on a space odyssey that will ultimately end with them gaining a greater understanding of how to solve...
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It's So Good!: 100 Real Food Recipes for Kids!

Nevin Martell · Auzou; Spi edition
Format: Book

A unique cookbook that includes more than one hundred recipes for little chefs. Each recipe contains a list of ingredients, detailed cooking directions, a photo of the finished dish, and tips from the chef! Most of the recipes feature fruits and vegetables to ensure children are eating...
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Baltimore Ravens

Aaron Frisch · Creative Education
Format:  Book : Juvenile audience : English : First editionView all editions and formats

"An elementary look at the Baltimore Ravens professional football team, including its formation in 1996, most memorable players, Super Bowl championship, and stars of today"--Provided by publisher.
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Battle Reenactments

Monique Vescia · Rosen Central
Pages: 48
Format: Library Binding

This captivating title offers a rare view into the world of battle reenactors, actors who bring history to life by playing the roles of those from the past. Readers learn about the past, present, and future of the craft. The book then teaches readers how to get started in battle reenactments,...
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