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If the Magic Fits

Susan Maupin Schmid · Random House
Pages: 298
Format: Print book

Try on a little magic with this lighthearted fantasy adventure! For fans of Liesl Shurtliff, Jessica Day George, E. D. Baker, and Gail Carson Levine. "A charming new fairy tale! Readers won't want this adventure to end!" - Jessica Day George, New York Times bestselling author...
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Rise of the Rebels

Michael Kogge · Abdo Group, 2016.
Pages: 128
Format: Print book

Kanan, Hera, and trusty old Chopper battle TIE fighters while Sabine uses her artistic talents to outsmart Stormtroopers. Zeb never misses an opportunity to take down troopers, and Ezra scores a special souvenir at the crash site of an Imperial fighter.
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China

Nelson Yomtov · Childrens Pr
Pages: 144
Format: Library Binding

With the largest population of any country on Earth, China occupies a major position in the global community. With a history dating back thousands of years, it is also one of the worlds oldest civilizations. Readers will tour this geographically diverse nation from its most remote natural...
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The New Ninja

Scholastic. · Scholastic (Us), 2016.
Pages: 80
Format: Print book

The Masters of Spinjitzu and the wise Sensei Wu are back in this brand-new chapter book based on the latest TV season of LEGO(R) Ninjago(TM) ! Join the ninja warriors as they fight enemies old and new and encounter challenges that will test their strength. Will they be victorious in the battles...
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The Rosemary Spell

Virginia Zimmerman · Clarion Books
Pages: 280
Format: Hardcover

Part mystery, part literary puzzle, part life-and-death quest, and chillingly magical, this novel has plenty of suspense for adventure fans and is a treat for readers who love books, words, and clues. Best friends Rosie and Adam find an old book with blank pages that fill with handwriting...
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The Land of Stories: Beyond the Kingdoms

Chris Colfer · Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
Pages: 419
Format: Hardcover

Fairy tales are just the beginning.The Masked Man is on the loose in the Land of Stories, and it's up to Alex and Conner Bailey to stop him...except Alex has been thrown off the Fairy Council, and no one will believe they're in danger.With only the help of the ragtag group of Goldilocks,...
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Edinburgh Castle: A Chilling Interactive Adventure

Matt Doeden · Capstone Press
Pages: 112
Format: Print book

Experience Edinburgh Castle as you've never seen it before up close and personal! YOU CHOOSE the path you take through this haunted castle. Follow the path of a modern-day visitor in this thrilling nonfiction title.
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LEGO Ninjago: Breakout

Tracey West · Scholastic Inc.
Pages: 80
Format: Paperback

The wisecracking ninja must figure out how to defeat Master Chen--without their powers! Cole has been eliminated from the Tournament of Elements, and Master Chen has stolen his powers. But the Ninja of Earth has gained something even more important--he has found Zane, who is now the Titanium...
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Fun Food Inventions

Nadia Higgins · Lerner Publications
Pages: 32
Format: Library Binding

Do you know what happened when a kid forgot his glass of soda with a stir stick in it outside on a freezing cold night? Popsicles were invented! And did you know ancient people loved to chew on gum, just like we do? Get ready to learn the strange stories behind inventions you use every...
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Wolverine Epic Collection: Madripoor Nights

Chris Claremont · Marvel
Format: Book

He's the best there is at what he does...but what he does isn't very nice. And now, Wolverine has broken out of the X-Men and into his own solo series! Feeling the urge to cut loose, Wolverine travels to Madripoor, an East Indian island full of pirates, cut-throats and smugglers...just...
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Brilliant Beauty Inventions

Nadia Higgins · Lerner Publishing Group
Format: Print book

Can you believe that the paint used on cars inspired the invention of nail polish in the 1920s? Or that people have been making hair dyes for thousands of years, using everything from boiled walnuts to gold powder? Get ready to learn the strange stories behind inventions you use every day....
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Life Among the Paleoindians

Ian F Mahaney · Powerkids Pr
Pages: 32
Format: Print book

Who were the Paleoindians? They were the first people to come from Asia to the Americas. Readers discover what it would have been like to live among these people as they explore their culture, homelands, and daily activities, such as hunting and gathering. They also discover the archaeological...
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Porsche 918 Spyder

Calvin Cruz · Bellwether Media, Inc., 2016.
Pages: 24
Format: Print book

"Engaging images accompany information about Porsche 918 Spyder. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7"--Provided by publisher.
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Pete's Dragon Junior Novel: With 8 Pages of Photos From The Movie!

Disney Book Group. · Disney Pr
Pages: 144
Format: Print book

Pete has a friend and protector in the huge green dragon Elliot. But when they are discovered in the forest, Pete must find a way to protect Elliot in return. A boy and his dragon find friendship, adventure, and a place to belong in this junior novel based on the upcoming Walt Disney Studios...
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My Life as a Cartoonist

Janet Tashjian · Holt & Company
Pages: 258
Format: Hardcover

There's a new kid in Derek Fallon's class. His name is Umberto and he uses a wheelchair. Derek's family is still fostering Frank the monkey, and Derek thinks it would be great to train Frank to assist Umberto. But Derek quickly realizes that Umberto is definitely not looking for any help....
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