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Ultimate Predatorpedia: The Most Complete Predator Reference Ever

Christina Wilsdon · National Geographic Children's Books
Pages: 272
Format: Library Binding

The natural world experts at National Geographic present the ultimate reference book on predators, teeming with fascinating facts, lively text, and tons of cool, colorful images of the fiercest, fastest, most amazing predators on planet Earth.Welcome to the amazing world of creatures who prey...
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Folktales of America: Stockings Of Buttermilk, and Other Traditional Stories from the United States of America

NEIL PHILIP · Armadillo
Pages: 128
Format: Hardcover

This exhilarating book brings together some of the best classic stories told in the United States. Many of thetales were brought to the USA from Europe, and their origins can be traced from that European tradition. But wherever they spring from, the tales are told in a rich American voice....
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Captain Superlative

J S PULLER · Disney-Hyperion
Pages: 256
Format: Hardcover

"Have no fear, citizens! Captain Superlative is here to make all troubles disappear!"Red mask, blue wig, silver swimsuit, rubber gloves, torn tights, high top sneakers and . . . a cape? Who would run through the halls of Deerwood Park Middle School dressed like this? And why?...
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Better Together: Creating Community in an Uncertain World

Nikki Tate · Orca Book Publishers
Pages: 48
Format: Hardcover

Better Together explores how people gather in groups of all kinds to fulfill the basic human need for companionship. From the smallest units of parents, siblings and friends to global organizations that try to build on a foundation of common human experience to meet their goals, people...
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Timeless: Diego and the Rangers of the Vastlantic

Armand Baltazar · Katherine Tegen Books
Pages: 624
Format: Hardcover

For fans of Rick Riordan and Brian Selznick, author-artist Armand Baltazar introduces Timeless: Diego and the Rangers of the Vastlantic, the first in a new science fiction/fantasy series that explores a world painted new by the Time Collision. Integrating art and text, this epic and cinematic...
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Switched

Jen Calonita · Sourcebooks Jabberwocky
Pages: 304
Format: Hardcover

Things are changing at Fairy Tale Reform School.At least, that's what Gilly's heard through the Enchantasia rumor mill. Word is, notorious trickster Rumpelstiltskin has taken over management from Headmistress Flora, and he's locked down the school tighter than the Pied Piper's pants. Not that...
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Polar Bears

Hugh Roome · Childrens Pr
Pages: 48
Format: Library Binding

Did you know that polar bears have transparent fur that only looks whiteor that these giant carnivores are excellent swimmers? These top predators are also at risk due to climate change and loss of habitat. Learn fascinating facts like theseand moreall in the pages of this book!
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Vampires on the Run: A Quinnie Boyd Mystery

Cynthia Surrisi · Carolrhoda Books
Pages: 288
Format: Hardcover

In the months after Quinnie Boyd cracked the mystery of her missing teacher, she expected life in her small Maine town to snap back to normal. But two writers from New York City have arrived in Maiden Rock, and there's something not quite right about them. Sure, Ceil and Edgar are pale....
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Me, Frida, and the Secret of the Peacock Ring

Angela Cervantes · Scholastic Press
Pages: 240
Format: Hardcover

A room locked for fifty years.A valuable peacock ring.A mysterious brother-sister duo.Paloma Marquez is traveling to Mexico City, birthplace of her deceased father, for the very first time. She's hoping that spending time in Mexico will help her unlock memories of the too-brief time...
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Total Basketball

PHIL ERVIN · SPORTSZONE
Pages: 64
Format: Print book

This title explores everything a young reader would want to know about basketball, from high-flying dunkers to long-range sharpshooters. The title also features informative sidebars, a glossary, and further resources. SportsZone is an imprint of Abdo Publishing Company. This item is Non-Returnable.
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Stars of Mythology: Roman

Nancy Dickmann · Franklin Watts
Pages: 32
Format: Hardcover

This book takes a light-hearted look at the characters and creatures from the the Roman mythological stories. From daring heroes to scheming gods and goddesses and terrible monsters, there are exciting adventures, betrayals and incredible stories to read. The book is structured as a 'Who's...
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Verdigris Deep

Frances Hardinge · Amulet Books
Pages: 304
Format: Hardcover

Verdigris (n.) : a blue-green rust that tarnishes ageing and forgotten copper coins, altering them entirely . . . One evening, Ryan and his friends steal some coins from a well. Soon after, strange things begin to happen. Peculiar burn marks appear on Ryan's knuckles and light bulbs...
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Jurassic World Special Edition: From DNA to Indominus Rex!

Caroline Rowlands · Carlton Kids
Pages: 31
Format: Hardcover

Meet the terror-inspiring dinosaurs from the entire Jurassic World series - and make them come alive with amazing AR! This thrilling Special Edition features the most advanced AR technology yet, a brilliant overview of both the Jurassic World trilogy and Jurassic World, and brand-new...
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Private List for Camp Success

Chrissie Perry · Aladdin
Pages: 144
Format: Hardcover

Penelope Kingston goes on a camping trip with her classmates in the second book in the charming new Penelope Perfect chapter book series.Penelope Kingston is determined not to feel anxious about going on a school camping trip. On last year's trip, Penelope cried (only tears, not sobs)...
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If You Were a Kid at the First Thanksgiving Dinner

Melissa Sarno · Children's Press
Pages: 32
Format: Print book

As one of the few young children living in the Plymouth colony, Miles Allterton is always looking to make new friends. In a nearby Wampanoag settlement, a girl named Aquina wants to hunt with her father and brothers. When the two children meet during preparations for a harvest feast, they...
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