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54561) The Nightmare House
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English
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What do you do when your house is giving you nightmares? Ferntail the cat is quite proud of being the guardian of young Jaela's dreams. But, he can do nothing about the nightmares that the house is giving the whole family.
For that, a dog must be called in.
But when, the dog arrives, he isn't the big, tough German Shepherd or Rottweiler that Ferntail hopes will be able to bring the house back into line...but a completely ridiculous, panting, fat-cheeked,...
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"The story, both familiar and fresh, is a clever example of how fables can enlarge our world view." – A. Ashbrook, Librarian, Long Hill NJ How will The Three Little Howlers escape from the fierce jaguar? With beautiful illustrations set in the rainforest of Central America, this lively retelling of The Three Little Pigs will charm readers of all ages. This book is available in English-only and many bilingual editions and includes teacher resources...
54563) Hanukkah Hamster
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.2 - AR Pts: 1
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English
Description
The holiday season is a busy time, with people bustling about. And it's a busy time for Edgar, a cabdriver who conveys passengers around the city. All day long Edgar drives his cab; many people going to many different places. At the end of one busy day, Edgar is so tired he climbs into the backseat of his cab to take a nap. But he discovers he is not alone. A little hamster has somehow been left behind from one of the many fares Edgar has driven....
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Español
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Chimp is feeling creative, but can't decide what she wants to paint. With some inspiration from her friends, she'll break out of her creative rut. This beautifully illustrated fiction reader teaches early readers about friendship and artistic inspiration. With high-frequency words and simple, repetitive sentences, this book builds foundational reading skills and supports early literacy.
54565) Kyle's Island
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English
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For as far back as Kyle can remember, he spent summers at Gram's cottage on the lake--fishing all day, and hanging out with the whole family. But this year is different. His father has moved out, his grandmother has died, and his mother is selling the cottage because they can't afford the upkeep. Sally Derby takes readers to a small lake in 1970s Michigan, where thirteen-year-old Kyle comes to understand that loss isn't forever, and that people are...
54566) The Lonely Little Lighthouse
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English
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Where the sandspit ends and the harbour channel begins, the Lonely Little Lighthouse sat weathered and beaten by time. Neglected, her paint peeling, she was quietly decaying, falling piece by piece into the sea…
The Lonely Little Lighthouse remembers. She remembers the cool chill of foggy nights, when she sang loudly to warn passing ships of her rocky shores. She remembers the billowing sails of schooners, the proud majesty of naval vessels-and...
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English
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Ella is different than most young women in the kingdom. She can quote any Shakespearean play. She befriends every animal she meets, including the scurrying mice living in the walls. She believes in the power of kindness, in changing customs that are not so kind. Ella has faced unspeakable tragedy and loss, and is at the mercy of her cruel stepfamily. And yet, Ella tries to keep a brave face, no matter how difficult this becomes. Kit has always been...
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.4 - AR Pts: 1
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Español
Description
Sam, Antonio, and Lucy are passing around a soccer ball at recess when something strange happens... They soon find themselves in a fog-filled jungle! The grass and trees have come alive, growing high into the sky. And the friends discover that it's not just the school itself that's alive - it's everything on the school grounds! Sam, Antonio, and Lucy must find their way out of a monstrous hedge maze in time to rescue the rest of the students! Now...
54569) A Blind Guide to Normal
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.6 - AR Pts: 9
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English
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Richie "Ryder" Raymond has a gift. He can find the punchline in any situation, even in his limited vision and prosthetic eye. During the past year at Addison School for the Blind, Ryder's quick wit earned the respect and friendship of his classmates. Heading to mainstream, or "normal," school for eighth grade is going to be awesome.
After all, what's not to like? At Addison, Ryder was everyone's favorite person. He could make anyone laugh, especially...
54570) Burning Sunlight
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English
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Zaynab is from Somaliland, a country that doesn't exist because of politics and may soon be no more than a desert. Lucas is from rural Devon, which might as well be a world away. When they meet, they discover a common cause: the climate crisis.
Together they overcome their differences to build a Fridays For Future group at their school and fight for their right to protest and make a real impact on the local community. But when Zaynab uncovers a...
Author
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English
Description
"The story, both familiar and fresh, is a clever example of how fables can enlarge our world view." – A. Ashbrook, Librarian, Long Hill NJ How will The Three Little Howlers escape from the fierce jaguar? With beautiful illustrations set in the rainforest of Central America, this lively retelling of The Three Little Pigs will charm readers of all ages. This book is available in English-only and many bilingual editions and includes teacher resources...
54573) La hermana de la delantera
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Español
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No hace mucho que la hermana mayor de Lily Davis, Jana, se marchó de casa para asistir al entrenamiento básico, y Lily echa mucho de menos a su ídolo del fútbol. Pero cuando los padres y la entrenadora de Lily empiezan a presionarla para que ocupe el lugar que dejó Jana, la presión de ser como la delantera estrella le resulta abrumadora. ¿Logrará Lily encontrar la fuerza para ser ella misma? Esta historia deportiva superentretenida de Jake...
54574) Ready to Rescue
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English
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What happens to the body when we get hurt? Filled with fascinating facts and clear explanations of the body's essential healing processes, this book takes some of the mystery out of the complexities
of the human body with humorous details as it helps kids understand how the human body behaves when they get a boo-boo.
54575) Who Stole Mr. T?
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English
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Leila & Nugget Mysteries are cute, funny chapter books that get even reluctant readers to beg for one more chapter. In this outing, Leila Beal and her little dog, Nugget, must crack the case of the neighborhood turtlenapping.
Leila and Nugget have big plans for their snow day-that is, until a neighborhood pet goes missing. Now, they've got to solve the mystery before the turtlenapper can strike again. Could it be Weirdy Beardy, the construction worker?...
54576) L'Aurora a Nova York
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Español
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L'Aurora a Nova York és el tercer lliurament de la sèrie Les fabuloses aventures d'Aurora del aclamador escriptor Douglas Kennedy i l'il·lustrador Jonn Sfar.
L'Aurora no s'ho pot creure. La Diana, la seva nova professora, se l'endurà de viatge a Nova York! Allà, de seguida es farà amiga del Bobby. Poc després, però, ell desapareix. L'han segrestat! Sembla que l'Aurora haurà de desplegar les seves habilitats detectivesques a l'altra...
54577) Mission 1: Game On
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Series
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English
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Meet Max, explosive escapologist and master magician! There are dangerous monsters to fight, and a perilous plot to foil: does Max have the special skills needed to save the day?
54578) Storyteller's Corner
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English
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Readers will be enchanted by this beautifully illustrated collection of modern fables! Each story is illustrated in a unique style to capture readers' attention and keep them reading from cover to cover. Stories include The King of Cats, Little Mouse Makes a Friend, The Clever Carpenter, and more. The engaging text and short chapter format build reading comprehension and fluency.
54579) Being a Superhero
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Tagalog
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English Tagalog bilingual children's book. Perfect for kids studying English or Tagalog as their second language.
Many children dream of becoming superheroes. In this children's book, Ron and his best friend Maya go through a fun journey to become heroes. They learn important superhero rules which help them complete their first mission. They work together and help Maya's brother, learning new things about themselves. Do you want to become a superhero...
54580) Enter the Core
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Series
Max Tilt series volume 3
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.5 - AR Pts: 9
Language
English
Description
The New York Times bestselling author of the Seven Wonders series and of books in the 39 Clues series, Peter Lerangis, brings us the final installment of the thrilling Max Tilt trilogy. Max Tilt thinks his luck is finally changing, thanks to his great-great-great-grandfather Jules Verne's unfinished, unpublished manuscript, The Lost Treasures. Using the clues Verne left behind, Max and his cousin Alex were able to bottle the magical healing elements...
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