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Merlin and the Making of the King (Booklist Editor's Choice. Books for Youth (Awards))

Trina Schart Hyman - Holiday House; 4th Edition edition
Format: Hardcover

A retelling of four Arthurian legends, "The Sword in the Stone," "Excalibur," "The Lady of the Lake," and "The Last Great Battle," which feature Merlin, King Arthur, and other familiar figures.
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Goof-Off Goalie

Betty Hicks - Roaring Brook Press
Format: Print book

SOCCER DREAMS AND PLENTY OF ACTION this second book in the Gym Shorts series scores high with new readers.There's nothing Goose wants more than to play goalie for his soccer team. It looks like such fun - and so easy! - on TV. But to say Goose has a little trouble focusing is a bit of an understatement....
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The Trumpet of the Swan

Elwyn B White - Harper Collins
Format: Book

Swan SongLike the rest of his family, Louis is a trumpeter swan. But unlike his four brothers and sisters, Louis can't trumpet joyfully. In fact, he can't even make a sound. And since he can't trumpet his love, the beautiful swan Serena pays absolutely no attention to him.Louis...
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Invisible Emmie

TERRI LIBENSON - Balzer + Bray
Format: Paperback

Perfect for fans of Raina Telgemeier and Jennifer L. Holm, Invisible Emmie is a humorous and surprising debut graphic novel by Terri Libenson, creator of the internationally syndicated, Reuben Award-winning comic strip The Pajama Diaries. This is the story of two totally different girls...
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You Can Work in Music

Carolina Walker - Capstone Press
Format: Library Binding

Do you sing or play an instrument? Do you like listening to music or writing songs? Read this book to learn about the different ways you can work in music.
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Magic on the Map #1: Let's Mooove!

Courtney Sheinmel - Random House Books for Young Readers
Format: Paperback

On the last day of second grade, twins Spencer and Maggie Parker come home from school to find a camper van in their driveway. And not just any camper; a magic camper that can transport them to every state in the continental US. This is perfect for Maggie, who loves geography and is a star...
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Geronimos Valentine

Geronimo Stilton - Scholastic
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.Okay, Ill admit it: Im a bit of a cheesy mouse from time to time. What can I say? Im a romantic!...
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Warriors: A nonfiction companion to Magic Tree House #31: Warriors in Winter

Great Britain. Parliament. House of Commons. - Random House Books for Young Readers
Format: Library Binding

Track the facts about warriors, weapons, and battles throughout history in this nonfiction companion to the #1 bestselling Magic Tree House series!When Jack and Annie came back from their adventure in Magic Tree House #31: Warriors in Winter, they had lots of questions. What kinds...
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