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Timepocalypse #1

Paul Tobin · Spotlight - (Graphic Novels)
Pages: 28
Format: Library Binding

When Zomboss's sun vacuum is blown up and scattered throughout time and space, Nate and Patrice race against the zombies to see who can gather all the missing parts first. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Spotlight is a division of ABDO.
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Witches

Sarah Tieck
Pages: 32
Format: Print book

Blending real-life history and evidence with age-old myths, this book invites young readers to think critically about witch legends and how they influence society. Text describes the characteristics of witches, highlights historical accounts around the world, and offers examples from books,...
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Eddie Red Undercover: Doom at Grant's Tomb

Marcia Wells · Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Pages: 208
Format: Print book

Eddie Red, the NYPD's youngest crime-solving hero, smells trouble. Could he be the target of the elusive art thief Lars Heinrich, whose last robbery he ruined? If so, why won't the police let Eddie help on the case? What are they hiding from him? In the thrilling third installment...
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Utah

Kerry Jones Waring · Cavendish Square Publishing
Pages: 80
Format: Print book

The third edition of this popular series is updated with a variety of features that will help students learn about the state of Utah. This comprehensive book outlines the geography, history, people, government, and economy of the state. Lists of key people, events, cities, plants and animals,...
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Doctor Strange: Mystery of the Dark Magic: A Mighty Marvel Chapter Book

Marvel Book Group. · Marvel
Pages: 128
Format: Print book

When Thor and the Avengers battle a group of enchantedbeasts that mysteriously appear at a Long Island Mall, they call the best inthe magic business to help them out-Doctor Strange. But the good doctor isoverworked and underpaid. These days he's become the go-to hero for all thingsmagic...
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Rescue On The Oregon Trail

Kate Messner · Turtleback
Format: Print book

FOR USE IN SCHOOLS AND LIBRARIES ONLY. Meet Ranger! He's a time-traveling golden retriever who has a nose for trouble . . . and always saves the day! Ranger has been trained as a search-and-rescue dog, but can't officially pass the test because he's always getting distracted...
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Revenge of the Star Survivors

Michael Merschel · Holiday House
Pages: 320
Format: Print book

Middle school meets the Dark Side in this painfully funny survival story of social misfit Clark Sherman. When Clark crash-lands on the inhospitable planet of Festus Middle School, he soon learns the natives don't take kindly to newcomers . . . particularly ones who practice Jedi mind tricks...
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George Washington: America's History Maker

Andrew Olesen · Power Kids Press / Rosen Publishing Group
Pages: 24
Format: Print book

This informational text looks at the life of George Washington from his earliest days on his parents' farm in Virginia to the battle experience he gained during the French and Indian war. Students learn why he was the natural choice to lead the Continental Army and become the nation's first...
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Double or Nothing

Belle Payton · Simon Spotlight
Format: Hardcover

In the third book of the It Takes Two series, Alex runs for class president and Ava tries out for the football team. Can both twins win? Its school election time, and Alex is determined not to let a small thing like a move across the country stop her from becoming seventh-grade class president!...
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Denmark

Julie Murray · Big Buddy Books
Pages: 40
Format: Library Binding

Welcome to Denmark - home of castles, gardens, fjords and the Little Mermaid! Informative, easy-to-read text and oversized scenic photos draw in readers as they learn about Denmark's history, government, major cities, land features, natural resources, culture, and more! Maps, a timeline...
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Jennifer Lee: Writer and Director of Disney's Frozen

Rebecca Felix · Checkerboard Library 2016.
Pages: 32
Format: Print book

This title examines the remarkable life of Jennifer Lee. Readers will learn about her family background, childhood, and education, her career as a movie producer and director, and her famous works. Color photos and informative sidebars accompany easy-to-read, compelling text. Features include...
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Meet Chris Paul: Basketball's CP3

Ethan Edwards · Powerkids Pr
Format: Print book

Profiles the point guard for the Los Angeles Clippers, discussing his time with the Wake Forest Demon Deacons and his professional career and accomplishments.
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How to Speak Dolphin

Ginny Rorby · Scholastic Press
Format: Hardcover

Since her mother died, twelve-year-old Lily has struggled to care for her severely autistic half-brother, Adam, in their Miami home, but she is frustrated and angry because her oncologist step-father, Don, expects her to devote her time to Adam, and is unwilling to admit that Adam needs...
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Elves: Do You Believe?

Virginia Loh-Hagan · 45th Parallel Pr
Pages: 32
Format: Library Binding

Books in the Magic, Myth, and Mystery series explore those strange creatures that go bump in the night, fill our dreams (or nightmares!) , and make us afraid of the dark. In Elves, you'll learn more about these pointy-eared creatures. Written with a high interest level to appeal to a more...
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What Are Gems?

Bobi Martin · Britannica Educational Publishing in association with Rosen Educational Services
Pages: 32
Format: Print book

Single or multicolored, smooth or multifaceted, gems of all kinds captivate people of all ages. This vibrant volume will teach the budding geology buff how a single mineral can form many varieties of gems, how some gems are actually created by animals, and why certain types of jewelry are so valuable....
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