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The Big Dark

Rodman Philbrick · The Blue Sky Press
Pages: 192
Format: Hardcover

What would you do if every spark of electricity suddenly vanished, as if somebody had flipped a switch on the entire planet? Cars won't start, the heat shuts off, there's no water in your faucet, and your radio, TV, and flashlight go dark. Everyone in Charlie's small town is baffled.But...
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Christianity

Katie Marsico · Cherry Lake Publishing
Pages: 32
Format: Paperback

Using the new C3 Framework for Social Studies Standards, these books explore the six most popular world religions through the lenses of History, Geography, Civics, and Economics. In Christianity, the text and photos look at the history, basic philosophies, and geography of this religion,...
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Furthermore

Tahereh Mafi · Dutton Children's Books
Pages: 401
Format: Print book

The bestselling author of the Shatter Me series takes readers beyond the limits of their imagination in this captivating new middle grade adventure that reads like a modern day fairy tale. New York Times bestsellerRecently featured on "Late Night with Seth Meyers" Inspired by her childhood...
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The Girl Who Drew Butterflies: How Maria Merian's Art Changed Science

Joyce Sidman · HMH Books for Young Readers
Pages: 160
Format: Hardcover

Bugs, of all kinds, were considered to be "born of mud" and to be "beasts of the devil." Why would anyone, let alone a girl, want to study and observe them? One of the first naturalists to observe live insects directly, Maria Sibylla Merian was also one of the first...
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Peasprout Chen, Future Legend of Skate and Sword

HENRY LIEN · Henry Holt and Co.
Pages: 336
Format: Hardcover

Welcome to Pearl Famous Academy of Skate and Sword, where the blades are sharp and the competition is fierce. Peasprout Chen dreams of becoming a legend of wu liu, the deadly and beautiful art of martial arts figure skating.As the first students from the rural country of Shin to attend...
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5 Worlds Book 1: The Sand Warrior

Mark Siegel · Random House Books for Young Readers
Pages: 248
Format: Hardcover

The #1 New York Times bestselling creator of Amulet, Kazu Kibuishi, hails this first book in this groundbreaking sci-fi/fantasy adventure series as "a magical journey, as fun as it is beautiful!" Think Star Wars meets Avatar: The Last Airbender! The Five Worlds are on the brink...
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Traditional Stories of the Plains Nations

Marie Powell · Core Library
Pages: 48
Format: Library Binding

The Plains region stretches across the Midwest from Canada to Texas. Traditional Stories of the Plains Nationsfeatures stories from several of the region's Native Nations, including the Lakota, Cree, and Siksika. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers...
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Sharkpedia, 2nd Edition

DK. · DK Children
Pages: 128
Format: Hardcover

A visual and comprehensive research manual and guide that will take kids from tropical paradise to the cold, dark depths, in search of the wildest, weirdest, and most wonderful sharks in the ocean, now refreshed with a new look.Kids can go on an around-the-world adventure to track the sea's...
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Understanding Coding With Scratch

Patricia Harris · PowerKids Press
Pages: 24
Format: Print book

Discusses why to code with Scratch, what the rules are, and how to begin coding.
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Here Comes the Shaggedy

R.L. Stine · Scholastic Paperbacks
Pages: 160
Format: Print book

The most notorious, creepiest, ghouliest Goosebumps characters are on the loose and out to get you! No place is safe. You can't hide, you can't escape. You may not want them but the Most Wanted Goosebumps villains want YOU!
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Voyage to Pluto

Liz Kruesi · Focus Readers
Pages: 48
Format: Paperback

Explores scientists' thrilling quest to send a spacecraft to Pluto. Engaging text, vibrant photos, and informative infographics help readers learn about this important advancement in exploring space, as well as the people and technology that made it possible.
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Hubble Space Telescope, The

Allan Morey · Bellwether Media
Pages: 24
Format: Library Binding

The Hubble Space Telescope is a lens for discovering the hidden secrets of outer space. The tool has zoomed in on unknown galaxies! This book gives young readers a close-up of the Hubble Space Telescope, showing off its mirrors, cameras, solar panels, and more.
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Star Wars The Force Awakens Junior Novel

Disney Book Group. · Disney Lucasfilm Press
Pages: 128
Format: Paperback

Relive the excitement of one of the most anticipated movies of all time with this action-packed retelling of Star Wars: The Force Awakens! Many years have passed since the Jedi Knight Luke Skywalker and the Rebel Alliance were victorious over the evil Empire, and the galaxy has been at peace....
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Bella Bella

Jonathan London · WestWinds Press
Pages: 180
Format: Print book

From best-selling author Jonathan London comes BELLA BELLA, the heart-pounding sequel to DESOLATION CANYON. In this story for young readers, the same cast of characters -- thirteen-year-olds Aaron and Lisa and their fathers, and seventeen-year-old Cassidy and his dad -- embark on a sea kayaking...
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Sharks on the Hunt

Paul Mason · Hungry Tomato
Pages: 32
Format: Library Binding

Sharks are powerful, super-efficient eating machines. But how do they hunt? Discover the specialized features and tactics they use to capture prey, such as touch-sensitive teeth to identify food, an upper jaw that unhinges from the skull, and a vast array of specialized teeth. Meet all kinds...
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