BorrowBox - Listen on the move
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Long car journey ahead and young minds to keep entertained? BorrowBox has downloadable MP3 fiction and nonfiction eAudiobooks for all ages - including plenty of New Zealand and Australian titles.
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Picturepedia: An encyclopedia on every page
by Ann Baggaley
Thousands of detailed, full-colour photographs and illustrations catalogue subjects ranging from history and space to the natural world and prehistoric life in a mini-encyclopedia that provides capsule profiles, visual timelines and other essential facts.
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Dragonolia: 14 tales and craft projects for the creative adventurer
by Chris Barnardo
Dragonolia is a storybook with a difference. Discover 14 charming tales, where each one is intertwined with an exciting craft project enabling the reader to relive the amazing adventures of Sir Richard Barons, the famous 19th century dragon hunter. Learn how to make an antique-looking Box Frame while reading about the tale of the Mischievous Mink; or perhaps you might like to find out how to easily craft the fabulous Wizards' Wand that brought the dying dragon, Angeline, back to life at the last minute; or even make a real-life Dreamcatcher to hang above your bed as you follow Sir Richard Barons into the Brazilian jungle on the trail of the Celestial Dragon Spirit to cure his niece of the horrible nightmares she suffered after she banged her head falling off her horse. The stories, written in an imaginative Victorian style befitting of the great adventurer, fit perfectly round their accompanying craft projects, which being beautifully laid out in simple, easy-to-follow steps, ensure a truly immersive and rewarding experience for the reader and listener alike.
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From the cutting room of Barney Kettle
by Kate De Goldi
An unnamed man in a hospital bed tells the story of thirteen-year-old film director Barney Kettle and his sister Ren, who are on a mission to film the story of their local street.
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| Ruffleclaw by Cornelia FunkeWhat would you do if you woke up to find a smelly, hairy, four-armed monster cuddled up in your bed? If you answered "freak out," then you know just how Tommy feels when he first meets Ruffleclaw the earth monster. But Ruffleclaw doesn't give up easily, and soon Tommy decides to keep him…if only he can convince his parents that a grubby, shampoo-eating monster can be a good pet. Peppered with illustrations of Ruffleclaw's antics, this goofy chapter book about a mismatched friendship between a kid and a mythical creature is a great pick for fans of Bruce Coville's Diary of a Mad Brownie. |
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| Mr. Lemoncello's Library Olympics by Chris GrabensteinLet the duodecimalthon begin! Following the success of the first competition at his ultra-high-tech library, eccentric game designer Luigi Lemoncello dreams up a new contest: several teams will challenge the reigning champs (led by eighth-grader Kyle Keeley) in a series of 12 literary games. However, once the teams begin tackling Dewey Decimal-themed puzzles and researching banned books, they uncover a mystery that will force them to level up or risk losing not only the games, but the library itself. You don't need to have read Escape from Mr. Lemoncello's Library to understand this clever, interactive sequel. |
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Ships of the galaxy
by Benjamin Harper
Provides details about some of the most famous ships from the Star Wars film universe, including the X-Wing, B-Wing, and Star Destroyer
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| Max Helsing and the thirteenth curse by Curtis JoblingOn his 13th birthday, Max Helsing gets an unwelcome present: a curse that makes him a target for vampires, ghouls, phantasms, and every other kind of supernatural creature. As the last member of the monster-hunting Van Helsing family, Max is used to defending the world from paranormal beasts (while befriending the less dangerous ones). But now that ALL of the monsters are determined to take him out so they can take over the world, Max turns to his friends Syd and Wing for help. Fast-paced and filled with epic battles, this "gore-spattered, bone-crunching series opener" (Booklist) will leave horror fans hungry for the next book. |
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"Some words sit still on the page, holding a story steady... But other words have wings." ~ from Nikki Grimes' Words with wings
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Early in 2016, many 2015 book awards and honours were announced. If you're waiting on a hold list for those newly minted winners, why not spend some time with these honour books from years past?
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| Just a dog by Michael Gerard BauerMister Mosely was big, clumsy, and not too bright, but the markings on his fur -- a teardrop and a heart -- told you everything you needed to know about the Dalmatian mix. A Children's Book Council of Australia Honour book, Just a Dog is a collection of stories told by Mister Mosely's nine-year-old owner, Corey, after the beloved dog's death. In each story, you get a peek not only into Mister Mosely's life (such as his offbeat way of fetching newspapers) but also into Corey's (including his troubled family). Whether you prefer funny pet stories or realistic tearjerkers, you'll find something to like in this heartfelt, bittersweet book. |
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Monkey boy
by Donovan Bixley
So how do you go to the toilet on a great sailing warship? Worse, what do you do when your breeches are about your ankles, your naked nether regions are hanging out over the dark frothing ocean 20 feet below, and you're cornered by a hideous phantom, hell-bent on revenge? Young Jimmy has a problem, no it's not the crazy men in his gun crew, the older bully boys, awful amputations, exploding diarrhoea, or the food that would make a landlubber ill. Jimmy's problem is that he can see the dead. And they scare the flapping halibut out of him! Worse still, the ship is headed for bloodcurdling battle where the dead will be thick as flies, maybe even as thick as some of Jimmy's crew mates. As the odds pile against him, can Jimmy turn his secret curse into a powerful ally?
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| El Deafo by Cece BellCece has a secret identity. Since she's deaf, she wears a Phonic Ear device at school, which (in her imagination, at least) transforms her into El Deafo, a superhero who can hear her teacher all over the school -- even in the bathroom! Despite this amazing power, Cece has a tough time finding friends who really understand her. El Deafo's cartoon illustrations -- in which everyone has rabbit ears -- show speech written out exactly as Cece hears (or mishears) it, inviting you to share her experience. If you loved Raina Telgemeier's Smile, don't miss this funny, honest Newbery Honour book about the challenges and rewards of being different. |
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Dunger
by Joy cowley
William and Melissa have been roped into helping their old hippie grandparents fix up their holiday home in the middle of the Sounds. They'll have no electricity, no cellphone reception, and only each other for company, As far as they are concerned, this is NOT a holiday.
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Shackleton's journey
by William Grill
Presents a visual narrative of Ernest Shackleton's voyage to Antarctica during which his ship, the Endurance, became trapped in ice, forcing the crew on a desperate trek to seek rescue
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| Words with wings by Nikki GrimesConcentrating in class has never been easy for Gabby. Like her dad, she's a daydreamer, and all it takes is a single word to send her imagination spinning. When her parents split up, Gabby doesn't cry about losing her dad or having to change schools: "Instead, I filled the quiet with daydreams." Though her practical mom is baffled by Gabby's absent-minded behavior, her new teacher might be able to offer the understanding she needs. Similar to Jacqueline Woodson's Brown Girl Dreaming, this Coretta Scott King Honour book uses free verse poetry to describe one creative girl's search for her own unique voice. |
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| Rooftoppers by Katherine RundellWhen scholar Charles Maxim discovers baby Sophie floating in a cello case among the remains of a shipwreck, he decides to keep her, and the two of them form an unconventional but loving family. Once Sophie is 12 years old, they follow the clues from the cello case to Paris, where spirited orphan Matteo and his roof-dwelling friends aid Sophie in the search for her long-lost mother. If you're spellbound by the breathless adventure and lyrical portrayal of 1890s Paris in this Carnegie Medal Finalist, you'll savour the mysterious atmosphere of Venice in Cornelia Funke's The Thief Lord. |
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| One crazy summer by Rita Williams-GarciaIt's the summer of 1968, and 11-year-old Delphine and her younger sisters, Vonetta and Fern, are travelling from their home in Brooklyn, New York to Oakland, California. They're excited to finally visit their mother, Cecile, who left them all behind just after Fern was born. When they arrive, however, it's clear that Cecile is more interested in her poetry than her daughters. To keep them busy, Cecile sends the girls to a day camp run by the revolutionary Black Panthers...and it turns out to be one crazy summer indeed. This 1st book in the Gaither Sisters series is a US National Book Award finalist and winner of several other awards and honours. |
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