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Runaway Ralph

Beverly Cleary · Morrow Junior Books
Pages: 175
Format: Print book

"The rousing notes of the bugle and the laughter and shouting increased the feeling of rebellion within Ralph. As the last strains of the bugle call hovered in the clear mountain air, Ralph made up his mind. He knew now what he was going to do. He was going to run away.Fed up with...
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Journey to Mercury

Mary Wilson Rhodes · Powerkids Pr
Format: Print book

32 p. : col. ill. ; 23 cm.
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The Wonderful Wizard of Oz

Eric Shanower · Spotlight, a division of the ABDO Group, 2014.
Pages: 24
Format: Print book

brand new hard cover library bound marvel age comic
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30 Days of No Gossip

Stephanie Faris · Aladdin
Format: Print book

Can a middle school gossip queen change her ways, or will she lose her BFF for good? Find out in this M!X original novel. Maddie Evans prides herself on being the gossip queen of Troy Middle School. She is the first person her classmates go to when they need the latest news on the ins-and-outs...
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Force Out

Tim Green · HarperCollins
Format: Hardcover

In New York Times bestselling author Tim Green’s baseball novel, when two friends compete, one of them will be forced out. In this tense, action-packed story that takes an increasingly common dilemma in competitive sports to new heights, former NFL defensive end Tim Green perfectly...
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Heroes and villains

Jimmy Gownley · Spotlight
Format:  Book : Juvenile audience : English : Reinforced library bound ed

After a shared homework assignment goes awry, Rhonda and Amelia figure out why they are always fighting, while "superhero" Reggie and "ninja" Kyle try to become archenemies.
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Ramona Forever

Beverly Cleary · HarperCollins
Pages: 208
Format: Hardcover

Life can move pretty fastespecially when youre in the third grade your teenage sisters moods drive you crazy and your mom has a suspicious secret she just wont share Plus Mr Quimbys new job offer could have the entire family relocating Its a lot to handle for Ramona But whatever trial comes...
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Alaskan Malamutes

Kristin Petrie · Checkerboard Library

With a wag and a "woof," this book invites readers to meet the majestic Alaskan malamute. Readers will examine the history, physical attributes, development, and behavior of the Alaskan malamute breed. Coat, color, size, and care instructions are also discussed. Full-color...
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Electricity

Louise Spilsbury · Heinemann Educational Books
Pages: 48
Format: Library Binding

We depend on electricity in nearly every facet of our daily lives. But what exactly is electricity, how do we generate it, and how can we use it? This book explores the phenomenon that keeps the modern world up and running.
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The Mummy's Curse

Lisa Owings · Epic
Format: Hardcover

"Engaging images accompany information about the mummy's curse. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 2 through 7"--
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Minecraft: Essential Handbook

Stephanie Milton · Scholastic Inc.
Pages: 95
Format: Print book

Revised edition with the most up to date stats, info, and sixteen pages of brand-new material! You're alone in a mysterious new world, full of hidden dangers. You have only minutes to find food and shelter before darkness falls and the monsters come looking for you. What do you do? This...
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DK Eyewitness Books: Animal

DK Publishing · DK Children
Format: Paperback

Explore the world of the animal kingdom from the tiniest insects to the mighty humpback whale. In this updated and revised edition of Eyewitness Animal, kids 8-12 can discover the animal kingdom and how it works. From cold and warm blooded vertebrates to marine and freshwater species, plus...
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My Friend the Enemy

Daniel Smith · Chicken House
Format: Hardcover

Peter feels compelled to help a wounded German pilot, but he doesnt want to be a traitor--especially not to his father, who is off fighting the Nazis. A moving story about the moral dilemmas of war.Summer 1941 For Peter, the war is a long way away, being fought by his father and thousands...
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The Viper's Nest

Peter Lerangis · Scholastic Inc.; For sale in other territories/ and Library exclusive in UK ed edition
Format: Hardcover

The most dangerous secret in Amy and Dan's past is unveiled in Book 7 of the #1 New York Times bestselling series.The hunt for 39 hidden Clues that lead to an unimaginable power have taken a heavy toll on fourteen-year-old Amy Cahill and her younger brother, Dan. They've just seen...
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You Wouldn't Want to Sail on the Titanic!

David Stewart · Franklin Watts, Incorporated; Revised edition
Format: Paperback

This best-selling series engages readers of all levels by making them part of the story. Readers will become the main character and can revel in the gory and dark sides of life throughout important moments in history. Key Features: Perfect resource for reluctant readers with: humor and history...
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