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The Giant Yo-Yo Mystery

Gertrude Chandler Warner · Albert Whitman & Company
Format: Hardcover

The Aldens are helping one of Grandfathers friends break a world record by building the worlds largest yo-yo! But someone follows them, and then the plans for the yo-yo turn up missing. Someone is trying to sabotage the yo-yo before its launched!,
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Snowbound Mystery

David Cunningham · Albert Whitman & Company
Pages: 128
Format: Paperback

When a terrible snowstorm hits the area, the Boxcar Children are trapped. To make matters worse, there's something very suspicious about their cabin. What are all those strange markings on the closet door? And what are all those strange noises the Boxcar Chldren hear in the night?
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The Monster's Daughter: Book 2 of the Ministry of SUITs

Paul Gamble · Feiwel & Friends
Pages: 384
Format: Print book

Memo: For Ministry of Strange, Unusual, and Impossible Things Operatives OnlyRe: The Monster's Daughter by Paul GambleThere is more trouble in Belfast: odd things are happening at the aquarium, giant crabs are staging jail breaks, and formerly harmless bath bombs are destroying bathrooms...
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Missouri

Doug Sanders · Cavendish Square Publishing
Pages: 80
Format: Print book

Surveys the history, geography, government, economy, and people of Missouri.
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Doctors Without Borders

Katie Marsico · Cherry Lake Publishing
Format: Hardcover

From School Library Journal Gr 2-5 - Aiming to inspire intellectual curiosity and nurture a child's emerging social conscience, these books give readers a look at the important work of several humanitarian organizations. Covered here are groups that help those in need,...
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Zoo Workers

Richard Alexander · PowerKids Press
Pages: 24
Format: Print book

Working at a zoo is a great career path for someone who loves animals and isnt afraid of hands-on work. Through engaging text and fun fact boxes, readers discover what zoo workers do and how a person can prepare for a career in this field. Additional information is provided in a clear graphic...
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Wedding Crasher (Geronimo Stilton, No. 28)

Geronimo Stilton · Scholastic Paperbacks; Reissue edition
Pages: 111
Format: Paperback

Enter the world of Geronimo Stilton, where another funny adventure is always right around the corner. Each book is a fast-paced adventure with lively art and a unique format kids 7-10 will love.Oh, how I hate traveling! So when I got an invitation to visit a long-lost relative who lives...
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Beautiful LEGO

Mike Doyle · No Starch Press
Pages: 280
Format: Paperback

"Far from child's play. An astonishing collection." - Publishers WeeklyMix hundreds of thousands of LEGO bricks with dozens of artists, and what do you get? Beautiful LEGO, a compendium of LEGO artwork that showcases a stunning array of pieces ranging from incredibly lifelike...
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Dragonbreath #10: Knight-napped!

Ursula Vernon · Dial Books
Pages: 208
Format: Hardcover

In the tenth book of the series perfect for Dork Diaries and Wimpy Kid fans, this dragon will storm a castle, battle a knight, and stand up to any bully!What does Danny Dragonbreath do when his super-annoying cousin Spencer gets kidnapped by knights? First, he thinks about how nice and quiet...
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The Secret of Cacklefur Castle

Geronimo Stilton · Scholastic Paperbacks; Reprint edition
Format: Book

Enter the world of Geronimo Stilton, where another funny adventure is always right around the corner. Each book is a fast-paced adventure with lively art and a unique format kids 7-10 will love.Moldy mozzarella, it was every mouse's worst nightmare! My old friend Creepella von Cacklefur...
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Cool crayons, chalks & paints : crafting creative toys & amazing games

Rebecca Felix · Abdo Publishing
Pages: 32
Format: Print book

"This book explores all aspects of toy creation, using many types of materials. Melt, tint, and pour as you create sidewalk chalk cubes, paints made from berries, a jumbo crayon, and more!"--
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From Bulb to Tulip

Lisa Owings · Lerner Publishing Group
Format: Print book

How do onion-shaped tulip bulbs become the beautiful blooms in your garden? Follow each step in the process—from planting the bulbs to caring for the flowers—in this fascinating book!
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Alistair Grim's Odditorium

Gregory Funaro · Disney-Hyperion
Pages: 412
Format: Print book

Grubb, age twelve (or thereabouts) , has never known anything beyond his miserable existence as a chimney sweep, paid only in insults and abuse by his cruel master. All of that changes the day he stows away in the coach belonging to a mysterious guest at the inn where he works. Grubb emerges...
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Masterminds

Gordon Korman · Balzer Bray
Pages: 352
Format: Print book

"A terrific page-turner, full of unexpected twists and revelations. Buckle up." - James PattersonThe first book in a new action-packed series from New York Times bestselling author Gordon Korman is perfect for young fans of James Patterson and John Grisham. Eli Frieden lives in the most...
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