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All About Coding

Angie Smibert · Focus Readers
Pages: 32
Format: Print book

Explores the fascinating world of coding. With colorful spreads featuring fun facts, sidebars, and a ""How It Works"" feature, the book provides an inspiring look at this exciting technology.
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Well, That Was Awkward

Rachel Vail · Viking
Pages: 320
Format: Print book

Gracie has never felt like this before. One day, she suddenly can't breathe, can't walk, can't anything - and the reason is standing right there in front of her, all tall and weirdly good-looking: A.J. But it turns out A.J. likes not Gracie but Gracie's beautiful best friend, Sienna. Obviously...
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The Epic Adventures of Odysseus: An Interactive Mythological Adventure

B A Hoena · Capstone Press
Pages: 112
Format: Print book

You are the mighty Greek hero Odysseus. The Trojan War has made you a hero. But now you must return home to your island of Ithaca. The journey back will not be easy. Deadly sea monsters, cunning witches, and giant Cyclopes stand in your way. Do you have what it takes to survive and make...
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Eliza Bing Is

Carmella Van Vleet · Holiday House
Pages: 165
Format: Hardcover

In this uplifting novel about determination and the rewards of hard work, a preteen girl struggling with ADHD must stick with a summer taekwondo class to prove that she s dedicated enough to pursue her true passion: cake decorating.
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The Ellie McDoodle Diaries: Ellie for President

Ruth McNally Barshaw · Bloomsbury U.S.A. Children's Books
Pages: 170
Format: Hardcover

When Ellie McDoodle starts a school newspaper, she gets the scoop on the upcoming class officer elections. Ellie's friends and family convince her to run for president, so she starts a campaign (with lots of creative posters and props, of course). But when the competition gets tough,...
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Paul Bunyan and His Big Blue Ox

Virginia Schomp · Benchmark Books
Format: Print book

Relates some of the exploits of Paul Bunyan, a lumberjack said to be taller than the trees whose pet was a blue ox named Babe.
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The Curse of the Mummy's Tummy

JAY COOPER · Scholastic Press
Pages: 144
Format: Hardcover

Dexter's next mission? Catch a cat burglar!On a school field trip to the museum, Dexter puts his brand-new super-secret spy skills to the test. Someone has broken into the Egyptian exhibit to steal Pharaoh Hun-Ga-Re's greatest treasure...a sacred sandwich that can raise the dead!...
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House of Robots: Robots Go Wild!

James Patterson · Little
Pages: 316
Format: Print book

In book two of the House of Robots series, it's 'bot brains versus 'bot brawn in an all-out war Sammy Hayes-Rodriguez and his "bro-bot" E are making new friends every day as E works as his bedridden sister Maddie's school proxy. But disaster strikes when E malfunctions just in time...
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Hacks for Minecrafters: Command Blocks: The Unofficial Guide to Tips and Tricks That Other Guides Won't Teach You

Megan Miller · Sky Pony Press
Format: Hardcover

From the author of Hacks for Minecrafters comes the most encompassing guide ever to command blocks in the world of Minecraft! With Hacks for Minecrafters Command Blocks, kids will learn everything they need to know about manipulating and programming command blocks within Minecraft. As well...
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Behind the Scenes at a Music Video

Melissa Firth · Cavendish Square Publishing
Format: Book

"Are you interested in what happens behind the scenes at a music video? Take this VIP tour and learn all about how music videos are made."--Back cover.
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Apache

Sarah Tieck · Big Buddy Books
Format: Book

Informative, easy-to read text and oversized photographs draw in readers as they learn about the Apache. Traditional ways of life, including social structure, homes, food, art, clothing, and more are covered. A map highlights the tribes homeland, while fun facts and a timeline with photos...
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Can You Survive an Alien Invasion?: An Interactive Doomsday Adventure

Blake Hoena · Capstone Press
Format: Print book

Sirens blare and news alerts flash on the TV screen as alien crafts enter Earth's atmosphere. You use to wonder if life existed elsewhere in the universe, but now only one question remains: Are they friendly or hostile? When YOU CHOOSE what to do next, your choices will determine if you survive...
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Pip Bartlett's Guide to Unicorn Training

Maggie Stiefvater · Scholastic Press
Pages: 190
Format: Hardcover

Some things Pip and Tomas will find when dealing with unicorns: SHOW-OFFS STAMPEDES MYSTERYA UNICORN WHO'S AFRAID OF EVERYTHING Some things Pip and Tomas will not find when dealing with unicorns: PEACE AND QUIET Pip Bartlett has a way with magical creatures. But even she's challenged by Regent...
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The Gulf War

Anita Yasuda · The Childs World
Pages: 32
Format: Print book

Presents an overview of the Gulf War, including history, important people and battles, and a timeline of events.
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Hopi

Ivy Kuszewski · PowerKids Press
Pages: 32
Format:  Print book : Juvenile audience : English : First editionView all editions and formats

The Hopi settlement of Oraibi in Arizona is the oldest surviving Native American settlement in the United States. Today, the vibrant traditions of the Hopi people are still celebrated on the desert mesas that the Hopi Nation calls home. This book presents the endurance of the Hopi people,...
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