| Amari and the Night Brothers by B.B. AlstonWhat it's about: Certain that her missing brother Quinton is alive, Amari Peters follows his trail to the Bureau of Supernatural Affairs, where she uncovers more clues, as well as her own dangerously powerful magic.
Featuring: fairies, aliens, a were-dragon named Elsie, a hidden world, and plenty of #BlackGirlMagic.
Series alert: If you don't want to say goodbye to Amari, you don't have to -- this is the 1st in an enchanting, fast-paced fantasy series. |
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The ocean book : explore the hidden depths of our blue planet
by Derek Harvey
A highly visual Lonely Planet Kids guide to the world’s oceans includes coverage of topics ranging from the ocean’s diverse animal life and the first exploration voyages to the ruins of shipwrecks and what the latest technology reveals about the ocean’s mysterious depths. Illustrations.
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The Magic Bookcase
by Robert Ingpen
World-renowned illustrator Robert Ingpen begins his magical journey through the world of classic children's stories with a mural he worked on for years, inspired by the great storybook characters. The original mural is more than 20 feet long, but Mr. Ingpen knew he had to find a way to turn that work into a book in its own right.
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Escape from Aurora
by Jamie Littler
A sequel to Voyage of the Frostheart finds Ash and his ragtag crew of misfits boarding the Frostheart sleigh to the dazzling city of Aurora, where he practices the art of songweaving while searching landmarks for clues about his long-lost parents.
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Queen of King Street
by Tom McLaughlin
Unlucky Bertie has only gone and gambled away the entire family fortune. It's the last in a long line of disasters, and nobody is going to save the Montgomery family this time. But this is no ordinary family - this is the royal family, and Bertie is the Queen's brother. So it's goodbye to the palace and hello to a little house on King Street for these royals. Who knew getting jobs and fitting in with the neighbours could be so hard? It's time to sink or swim! Dyslexic-friendly.
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| Case File: Little Claws by Eliot Schrefer; illustrated by Daniel DuncanMeet: dashing fox Esquire and her grouchy rooster friend Mr. Pepper, founders of The Animal Rescue Agency, which pledges to help all animals live their natural lives.
What happens: When Esquire and Mr. Pepper hear about a baby polar bear in peril, they rush to Alaska to join the rescue mission, along with a crew of animal allies.
Don't miss: the goofy cartoon art and fact-filled "field notes" in this short, series-starting chapter book. |
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To dance
by Siena Cherson Siegel
A refreshed and expanded special edition of the award-winning graphic memoir follows the story of a 6-year-old aspiring dancer from Puerto Rico who practices diligently in classes at the School of American Ballet before making her stage debut alongside the legendary George Balanchine. Simultaneous. Illustrations.
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The Cursed Castle : Use Your Wits to Survive and Decipher the Clues to Escape
by L. J. Tracosas
Explore the cursed castle to figure out why everyone has vanished. Each room in the castle is a new puzzle. Solve the puzzles one by one to take the correct path through the castle. Be on the lookout for clues as you go! Will you save the kingdom? Or will you become just another victim of the castle's curse?
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| Get a Grip, Vivy Cohen! by Sarah KapitWhat it’s about: After a coach sees her amazing knuckleball, 11-year-old Vivy lands her first spot on a real baseball team, despite her mom’s worries about her being the only girl and the only autistic player on the team.
Why you might like it: Told through letters between Vivy and her pen-pal (a major league pitcher), this authentic story will leave you cheering as Vivy finds new confidence both on and off the field. |
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| The Season of Styx Malone by Kekla MagoonStarring: ten-year-old Caleb, who's tired of spending every summer stuck in his boring Indiana town.
What happens: Styx Malone -- 16 years old and impossibly cool -- moves to the neighborhood and introduces Caleb and his brother Bobby Gene to a risky scheme that could earn them the freedom Caleb dreams about.
Who it's for: readers looking for a funny, realistic story about a summer full of excitement and trouble. |
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| From the Desk of Zoe Washington by Janae MarksStarring: twelve-year-old Zoe, whose summer plan (practicing for the Food Network’s Kids Bake Challenge) is derailed after she receives a letter from the father she’s never met, and she decides to prove that he’s innocent of the crime that sent him to prison.
Who it’s for: readers who like realistic stories that are both fun and deep.
Try this next: C.C. Payne’s The Thing About Leftovers, another believable, moving book about a foodie kid dealing with complicated family stuff. |
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Everest : the remarkable story of Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay
by Alexandra Stewart
"In the late morning of May 29, 1953, the sun was shining brightly and a gentle breeze was blowing on the highest elevation of the world--and two men were there to witness it for the first time ever. Their names were Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay, and they had ascended Everest. This is the breathtaking story of how two very different, yet equally determined, men battled frost-biting temperatures, tumbling ice rocks, powerful winds, and death-defying ridges to reach the top of the world's highest mountain. Combining fresh and contemporary illustrations by Joe Todd-Stanton with Alexandra Stewart's captivating writing, this unique narrative tells the story of how Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay made their mark on the world from birth right up to theirfinal days and the impact they've had on Nepal today"
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| Willow Moss & the Lost Day by Dominique ValenteWhat it's about: Last Tuesday is missing, and without it the kingdom of Starfell could fall apart! That's what fearsome witch Moreg Vaine claims when she recruits Willow -- whose only magic power is finding lost objects -- to set things right.
Featuring: a color-changing kobold, a fainting visionary, a dragon named Feathering, and an imaginative quest.
Who it's for: This sweet, fascinating series opener is perfect for readers who love fairy tales and classic fantasy. |
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Contact your librarian for more great books for ages 8-11!
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