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The Emperor's Ostrich

Julie Berry · Roaring Brook Press
Pages: 276
Format: Hardcover

Magic and mayhem abound in this fantasy adventure from the author of The Scandalous Sisterhood of Prickwillow Place.

Young dairymaid Begonia has lost her cow Alfalfa. So she has set off on a search across the countryside even though she has nothing but a magical map to guide...

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Judaism

Katie Marsico · Cherry Lake Publishing
Pages: 32
Format: Print book

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 Judaism, the text and photos look at the history, basic philosophies, and geography of this religion, as well...
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Mental Maps and Mapping the Mind

ENZO GEORGE · CRABTREE PUB CO
Pages: 32
Format: Print book

This interesting title shows readers how the creation of maps depends a lot on the individual perception of the mapmaker. Readers will explore how mapping strategies can be used to organize and channel ideas and to inspire creativity.
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Ernestine, Catastrophe Queen

Merrill Wyatt · jimmy patterson
Pages: 304
Format: Hardcover

We all know and love Ramona, Matilda, and Harriet the Spy. Now meet Ernestine.
Ernestine is the kind of kid who gets things done. Smart, clever, and armed with a take-charge personality, she's easily the most responsible member of her family. Her most important task? Helping her absent-minded...
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Benchwarmers

John Feinstein · Farrar, Straus and Giroux
Pages: 320
Format: Hardcover

The path to victory starts on the sidelines, in this fast-paced new middle grade series from #1 New York Times bestselling sportwriting powerhouse John Feinstein.

Twelve-year-old Jeff Michaels, son of a Philadelphia TV sports reporter, is just learning to play soccer on the new sixth-grade...

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Australia

Marty Gitlin · Bellwether Media
Pages: 32
Format: Library Binding

Choosing just one animal mascot to represent the country of Australia is difficult! The marsupial contenders alone include the kangaroo, koala, and wombat. Then there are the predator options like the dingo and saltwater crocodile. After learning all about Australia in this title, fluent...
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Poetry Matters: Writing a Poem from the Inside Out

Ralph Fletcher · Collins
Pages: 160
Format: Library Binding

A practical guide to demystify the process of writing poetry, by the bestselling author of A Writer's Notebook and the ALA Notable Book Fig Pudding.Poetry matters. At the most important moments, when everyone else is silent, poetry rises to speak. This book is full of practical wisdom...
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All That Glitters

Lisa Ann Scott · Scholastic Paperbacks
Pages: 117
Format: Paperback

Welcome to the Enchanted Pony Academy, where glittery ponies learn how to use their magic!

Daisy is thrilled to be attending the Enchanted Pony Academy, where glitter ponies learn to use their magic. But she's nervous, too. Daisy's hooves are sparkly, just like every other magical...
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Missing Mike

SHARI GREEN · Pajama Press
Pages: 248
Format: Hardcover

He's a rescue, a rust-colored mutt. Maybe there's a little retriever in him, although he's not exactly pretty. He's had a run-in with coyotes and he's missing an eye. But Mike is almost-eleven-year-old Cara Donovan's dog, and they love each other absolutely. Usually...
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Horses

CHRISTINA LEIGHTON · Bellwether Media Inc.
Pages: 24
Format: Library Binding

Horses on the farm are hard-working companions! Whether they are herding cattle home or plowing through fields, farmers rely on these strong mammals to keep the farm running smoothly. Beginning readers can saddle up and get ready to learn all about horses in this low-level title.
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Slurp Monster Showdown

Geronimo Stilton · Scholastic (Us)
Pages: 128
Format: Print book

Geronimo Stiltonix and the spacemice are visiting a planet where the most delicious wild mozzarella grows. Yum! But there's an attack of the slurp monster -- a scary alien who also loves mozzarella! Can the spacemice restore harmony between the monster and the other aliens of the planet...
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