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Journey to Star Wars: The Last Jedi The Legends of Luke Skywalker

KEN LIU · Disney Lucasfilm Press
Pages: 432
Format: Hardcover

A collection of myths and tall-tales about the legendary Jedi Luke Skywalker, written by Nebula, Hugo, and World Fantasy award-winning author Ken Liu.
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Warriors: A Vision of Shadows #3: Shattered Sky

Erin Hunter · HarperCollins
Pages: 285
Format: Hardcover

Erin Hunter's #1 bestselling Warriors series continues in A Vision of Shadows #3: Shattered Sky. This edition includes a double-sided jacket with a bonus poster!ShadowClan has fallen. A group of rogues now rules the pine forest, and their cruel leader, Darktail, will not stop until he has conquered...
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Ban This Book

ALAN GRATZ · Starscape
Pages: 256
Format: Hardcover

"Readers, librarians, and all those books that have drawn a challenge have a brand new hero ... . Stand up and cheer, book lovers. This one's for you." -- Kathi Appelt, author of the Newbery Honor-winning The UnderneathAn inspiring tale of a fourth-grader who fights back...
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International Space Station: An Interactive Space Exploration Adventure

Allison Lassieur · Capstone Press
Pages: 112
Format: Library Binding

We've sent a man to the moon, but ... ..can human beings live in space? A global team of engineers and scientists combined forces to design and create a space station so that we could find out. You've always been excited by the idea of space exploration. Space jobs can be difficult, or downright...
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Cleveland Cavaliers

Sam Moussavi · Av2
Format: Print book

The Inside the NBA series gives readers an inside look at the basketball teams that make up the National Basketball Association. Each teams history, uniforms, accomplishments, equipment, key players, coaches, and much more are covered in detail in this exciting series. Sports fans will...
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Let's Celebrate Christmas

J PATRICK LEWIS · Childrens Pr
Pages: 24
Format: Library Binding

From building a gingerbread house to sharing presents under the tree, this book helps readers celebrate the joys of Christmas. Theyll even learn why sometimes Santa prefers the front door!
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Law & Public Safety

Diane Lindsey Reeves · Cherry Lake Publishing
Pages: 32
Format: Print book

Law & Public Safety in the World of Work series provides an age-appropriate and interactive introduction to the nationally recognized Law, Public Safety, Corrections, and Security career pathway using informal self-assessment elements, career profiles, informative sidebar features,...
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Benedict Arnold: Hero or Enemy Spy?

Aaron Derr · Red Chair Pr
Pages: 32
Format: Library Binding

He was popular with his troops. And he was such a good soldier that Benedict Arnold became a major general in the Colonial Army. So how did a Revolutionary hero become known as one of the earliest spies in U.S. history?
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Jelly Bean Summer

JOYCE MAGNIN · Sourcebooks Jabberwocky
Pages: 272
Format: Hardcover

At breakfast, I sit at the table and work on three things:1. A bowl of Rice Krispies with sliced banana on top 2. My courage 3. How exactly to tell Mom I'm moving to the roof Joyce is desperate to get out of the room she shares with her older sister. All she wants is some peace and quiet,...
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Using Climate Maps

Rebecca E Hirsch · Lerner Publications
Pages: 40
Format: Print book

Introduce readers to climate maps through an inquirybased approach. Encourage critical thinking through questions posed in photo captions and with an activity in the final chapter that has readers put their newfound knowledge to work!
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Deserted Cities

E Merwin · Bearport Publishing
Pages: 24
Format: Library Binding

You walk through an abandoned city. The crumbling buildings are being taken over by weeds. As you turn a corner, you feel as if someone's staring at you. You look around, but no one's there! Are there spirits lurking here? Get ready to read four frightening tales about deserted...
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Choppers

Peter Bodensteiner · Black Rabbit Books/Bolt
Pages: 31
Format: Hardcover

Through engaging text and dynamic infographics, charts, timelines, photos and levelling control this high interest title, describes the history, features, and future of custom motorcycles known as choppers.
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Innovation Nation: How Canadian Innovators Made the World Smarter, Smaller, Kinder, Safer, Healthier, Wealthier, Happier

David Johnston · Tundra Books
Pages: 128
Format: Hardcover

This young readers edition of Ingenious focuses on 50 kid-friendly Canadian innovations that changed the world, from canoes to whoopie cushions, chocolate bars to Pablum. Co-written by Canada's Governor General and accompanied by contemporary illustrations, this adaptation offers young...
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Mapping the Future

JAMES BOW · CRABTREE PUB CO
Pages: 32
Format: Print book

Readers will learn how using modern mapping technologies can help us plan for the future. This includes being able to see what the effect human activity will have on the environment, where major settlements will be in the future, and how we can improve personal transportation and travel....
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The Best Mistake Mystery: The Great Mistake Mysteries

Sylvia McNicoll · Dundurn
Pages: 160
Format: Print book

Some people count their blessings, but dogwalker Stephen Nobel counts mistakes. Dogwalker extraordinaire Stephen Nobel can get a little anxious, but his habit of counting the mistakes he and everyone else makes calms him. His need to analyze gets kicked into hyperdrive after two crazy...
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