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The Angel Tree

Daphne Benedis-Grab · Scholastic (Us)
Pages: 246
Format: Book

A heartwarming Christmas mystery and friendship story!Every Christmas in the small town of Pine River, a tree appears in the town square--the Angel Tree. Some people tie wishes to the tree, while others make those wishes come true. Nobody's ever known where the tree comes from, but the mystery...
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Solar Power

Rebecca Pettiford · Jump!
Pages: 24
Format: Print book

In Solar Powery, early fluent readers learn the technology that allows us to turn the suns power into electricity. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage young readers as they learn about the science behind solar power.
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Edinburgh Castle

Nick Gordon · Torque
Pages: 24
Format: Hardcover

Provides information on the legends and the history of Edinburgh Castle.
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Spotlight on Coding Club! #4

MICHELLE SCHUSTERMAN · Penguin Workshop
Pages: 144
Format: Hardcover

Perfect for fans of The Babysitters Club and anyone interested in computer science, this series is published in partnership with the organization Girls Who Code!It's almost time for the talent show at school, and Erin couldn't be more excited. It's her time to take center stage!...
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Cold War on Maplewood Street

Gayle Rosengren · G.P. Putnam's Sons Books for Young Readers
Pages: 192
Format: Hardcover

Cold War anxieties play out in a sensitively told story set during the Cuban missile crisis in the 1960s, perfect for fans of Gary Schmidt and Kristin Levine. Joanna can't get over how her brother broke his promise to never leave like their dad did. Sam is thousands of miles away on a navy...
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Space

Kay Robertson · Rourke Pub Group
Format: Book

Have you ever tried counting the stars? Space, just like the number of stars that fill it, are infinite. It goes on and on! If you're interested in studying outer space, or maybe even other planets, you're going to need to know your math. In this STEM title students will analyze...
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Word of Mouse

James Patterson · Little
Pages: 304
Format: Print book

James Patterson's newest illustrated middle grade story follows the illuminating journey of a very special mouse, and the unexpected friendships that he makes along the way. What makes Isaiah so unique? First, his fur is as blue as the sky--which until recently was something he'd never...
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Runway ZomBee

J A Watson · Jolly Fish Press
Pages: 192
Format: Paperback

It s summer vacation, but twelve-year-old Raksha isn t doing much relaxing. There is one project left before her Science Squad team earns their last badge (and a trip to Hawai i on the line!) , when she gets an opportunity to attend a highly competitive fashion camp that is too good to pass...
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50 Wacky Things Animals Do: Weird & amazing animal facts!

Tricia Martineau Wagner · Walter Foster Jr
Pages: 104
Format: Hardcover

Did you know that giraffes clean their ears with their tongues? Or that food passes through a giant squid's brain before going to its stomach?50 Wacky Things Animals Do describes 50 unbelievable animals and the things they do that seem too crazy to be true - but are! Whether incredible,...
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Stay Alive #4: Flood

Joseph Monninger · Scholastic Paperbacks
Format: Book

Stranded in the middle of nowhere, you have to fight to survive!When a heavy storm causes their town to flood, a group of kids must fight to survive against the harsh elements. But the storm is just the beginning of their worries. After all the power goes out, theyre going to have to scrounge...
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Books! Books! Books! Explore the Amazing Collection of the British Library

MICK MANNING · Candlewick
Pages: 48
Format: Hardcover

Calling all young bibliophiles! Peek inside the world's greatest library and get the inside story on some of the rarest, oddest, most valuable, and best-loved books in its vaunted collection.A tiny prayer book carried by a queen to her execution. An atlas so huge that it takes six people...
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The Whispering Skull

Jonathan Stroud · Disney-Hyperion
Pages: 448
Format: Hardcover

In the six months since Anthony, Lucy, and George survived a night in the most haunted house in England, Lockwood & Co. hasn't made much progress. Quill Kipps and his team of Fittes agents keep swooping in on Lockwood's investigations. Finally, in a fit of anger, Anthony challenges...
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Pranks and Attacks!

Laurent Richard · Graphic Universe
Format: Book

Tao and his friends are super excited for the International Martial Arts Championship! But trouble is close behind them. When two top students from Master Snows school disappear, Tao is on the case. Can he solve the mystery, defeat a clan of nasty criminals, and find a legendary sword?,
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Snow White and the Seven Dorks: A Readers' Theater Script and Guide

Nancy K Wallace · Magic Wagon, 2013.
Pages: 32
Format: Print book

The show must go on! Snow White and the Seven Dorks is a fractured fairy tale based on the story of the Snow White. When Snow White escapes the huntsman, she is saved by seven dorks. All is well until she uses social media to try to find her prince! This book provides information on putting...
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Nebraska

Jordan Mills · Next Page
Pages: 32
Format: Print book

Welcome to the Cornhusker State! Learn about Nebraska's history, geography, weather, people, and more in this book that's all about our 37th state.
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