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The dark! : wild life in the mysterious world of caves
by Lindsey Leigh
Introducing young readers to some of the weirdest and creepiest creatures that thrive in the darkest corners of our planet, including aquatic cave leeches, tailless whip scorpions, cave beetles and bats, this fact-filled book reveals the unique ways they have adapted to their environments. Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations.
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Taylor Swift
by Ma Isabel Sâanchez Vegara
Young readers can learn how the Grammy Award-winning pop superstar used her natural talent for putting her feelings into words to become a singing/song-writing sensation despite the obstacles she had to overcome. Illustrations.
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Trial by fire / : Trial by Fire
by Evan Stanley
"ROAD TRIP!!! Sonic's friends hit the pavement for some much needed R&R after months of constant excitement, but a hero's work is never done! Amy, Jewel, Tangle, and Belle are heading off on a well-deserved camping trip. Between Dr. Eggman, Dr. Starline,and the Deadly Six, life has been stressful, so they're hoping to get a little peace. Unfortunately, a dangerous wildfire has other plans. Can our heroines extinguish the flames--and the group tension--before it burns out of control? Then, the Chaotix are on the case! Central City has been turned upside down by unmanageable traffic and bizarre elemental upsets, but Vector, Espio, and Charmy are sure to uncover the truth. Plus, Sonic, Tails, and Belle may have found a way to free the Badniks from Eggman'scontrol, but a sudden interruption forces the team to prepare for their greatest challenge yet! Collects Sonic the Hedgehog #45-49."--Publisher
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Knock knock who's there? / : Who's There?
by Rob Hodgson
Little ones can tell their very first jokes with the help of googly-eyed animals who deliver a funny punchline that will have the whole family laughing! Illustrations.
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The new girl
by Cassandra Calin
Leaving Romania, the only home she's ever known, Lia is thrust into a world where everything is different and with so many changes happening at once, including a new school and unpleasant periods, she wonders if she'll ever feel like herself again. Simultaneous and eBook. Illustrations.
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The Luna sisters and their amazing lunafish
by Dan Yaccarino
The Luna Sisters, who live on the moon, set aside their differences to take care of their new pet, Moona the fish, but when Nera sells Moona to the Aquarius Aquarium and then realizes she's made a huge mistake, Lucy must help her rescue their beloved pal. Illustrations.
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Walrus brawl at the mall! / : Walrus Brawl at the Mall!
by Nathan Hale
Trilobite, Tiffany and Amber are back in this hilarious graphic novel that finds them continuing their hunt for fame and fortune, but soon discover that fame always comes at a price, while Opabinia and company cause trouble for them every step of the way. Illustrations.
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Cat on the run in Cucumber madness!
by Aaron Blabey
Plunged into a diabolical mystery, Princess Beautiful, the World's #1 Cat Video Star, finds herself in a world where trending isn't a thing (OMG), danger is everywhere and cucumbers are no laughing matter. Original. Simultaneous eBook.
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Dinomighty! : law and odor
by Doug Paleo
"Tasked by the mayor to find out who's stealing famous purple beans from the How You've Bean factory, the Dinomighties must sniff out the fragrant felon to solve this mystery that literally stinks. 25,000 first printing. Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations."
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Narwhal's sweet tooth / : Narwhal's Sweet Tooth
by Ben Clanton
"Narwhal and Jelly learn a thing or two about tusk-tooth dental hygiene . . . and feelings! Everyone knows that Narwhal is a big fan of sugary treats--but Jelly is shocked when Narwhal's tusk-tooth isn't looking so pearly white anymore. Thankfully, no one knows more about dental hygiene than Shark--he has seven rows of teeth, after all! Meanwhile, Jelly and Crab try to teach Narwhal that it's fine to frown if you're feeling down. Can Narwhal's friends convince the happiest creature in the ocean that it'sokay to be upset?"--Provided by publisher
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Art club
by Rashad Doucet
Starting an after-school art club, Dale Donovan, who wants nothing more than to create comics forever, assembles together creative students like himself to prove to the school and the adults in his life that a career as an artist isn't just a dream but a real possibility. Simultaneous and eBook. Illustrations.
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The night librarian
by Christopher Lincoln
When their dad's rare edition of Bram Stoker's Dracula uncovers a world they've never known, twins Page and Turner join a mysterious Night Librarian and a motley cast of book characters in an epic battle to save the library from total destruction. Simultaneous and eBook. Illustrations.
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Dungeons & Dragons : Dungeon Club 2; Time to Party
by Molly Knox Ostertag
With new members and new plotlines, Dungeon Master of her after-school club Olivia finds her world more complicated than ever, especially when her older sister comes home from college and makes her doubt herself and the game. Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations.
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Gamerville
by Johnnie Christmas
Sent to Camp Reset, a summer camp where electronics are forbidden and he's forced to socialize, eat healthy and go outdoors, gamer Max, a qualifier for the Gamerville championship, must level up his escape plan to realize his dreams of digital domination. Simultaneous and eBook. Illustrations.
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Sea of constellations
by Melissa Cristina Mâarquez
"Maren the whale shark loves her life as the biggest, brightest fish in the sea. She spends her days exploring the water around her and finding fresh new snacks as she travels. But one day, the ocean goes dark and Maren's adventures come to a halt. With only the glow from the scales on her back and her best friend, Remy the remora, by her side, Maren sets out on her greatest quest yet--to cross the ocean and ask the Aztec goddess Huixtocihuatl about the darkness and to figure out how to bring back the light. Along the way she meets new friends and exemplifies the power of sharing!"
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Lightning Bug light show
by Poppy Green
While at the traveling Lightning Bug Troupe's magical light show for the very first time, Sophie meets a lightning bug named Rory who has a problem that's preventing him from performing and Sophie is determined to help him shine! Simultaneous and eBook. Illustrations.
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Ursula upside down
by Corey R. Tabor
"When one question turns happy catfish Ursula's world upside down, she learns to find confidence in seeing the world her own way, in this innovative, flipped-format picture book that encourages readers to embrace their individuality. Illustrations. "
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The quacken
by Justin Colâon
When he breaks the most important rule:“Don't Feed the Ducks,” Hector unwittingly unleashes the Quacken, a ferociously fuzzy beast, on Cucumonga Campground. Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations.
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Duck duck taco truck
by Laura Lavoie
Summer heats up when two taco-slinging ducks go up against their sworn enemy Goose, whose food truck is encroaching on their turf, but when Goose becomes overwhelmed with hangry crowds, these foes unexpectedly unite, becoming fine feathered friends! Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations.
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Time buddies
by Matthew Cody
When Hoot, an owlet from the future, and Bentley, a serious, rule-following kid from the present, meet, they are whisked away on a time-traveling adventure through ancient Egypt, the Wild West and the Renaissance, but can these new friends find their way back to where they belong? Simultaneous. Illustrations.
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Minecraft : zombies unleashed!
by Nick Eliopulos
Laser-focused on her mission to find her zombified friends and family and feed them the enchanted golden apples that will turn them back, Bobbie must first stop Wither from wreaking havoc to save the Overworld?—?and them all. Illustrations.
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Spy school goes wild
by Stuart Gibbs
When his attempt to take down his nemesis goes horribly wrong, stranding them together in an extremely dangerous wilderness, Ben Ripley is faced with a new enemy while trying to figure out how to survive with his old one. Simultaneous eBook.
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Maisy's fire engine
by Lucy Cousins
As firefighters Maisy and Cyril drive the shiny red fire engine around town, they see a little cat in distress and try to rescue it. On board pages
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Skunk vs. raccoon
by Kieran Downs
"Amazing photography accompanies engaging information about skunks and raccoons. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7"
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Little Ghost makes a friend
by Maggie Edkins Willis
When a new girl moves in next door, super shy Little Ghost comes up with the perfect plan for inviting her over for a visit that reveals the secret to making friends is being himself! Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations.
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Night of the Living Head
by Hanna Alkaf
Plagued by ill fortune, especially when her estranged sister comes home, 12-year-old Alia decides to discover the truth when rumors start circulating about a horrifying creature spotted flying in the night sky. Simultaneous eBook.
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It came from the trees
by Ally Russell
Jenna, determined to save her best friend Reese, who was taken by a creature unlike anything she's ever seen, joins a new local scout troop and ventures into the woods where, when the unthinkable happens, they must band together to fight the monster and survive the night. Simultaneous eBook.
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Bubble Gum Bison needs a bath
by Scott Rothman
To avoid a bath, Bubble Gum Bison escapes out the bathroom window, but when she slips in the mud and gets covered in bubble gum and bird feathers, she decides it's finally time, but hits a snag due to her brother's ramming habit. Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations.
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Pizza for birds
by Bob Shea
In this uproarious sequel to breakout hit Chez Bob, Bob, the head honcho at the best birdseed restaurant around, decides to ruffle some feathers and send his rival, Ryan, whose pizza for birds is a game-changer, back to where he belongs. Illustrations.
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Under the table
by Allan Ahlberg
A family watches as an ordinary day turns into the extraordinary when they discover a big gray elephant under the table, penguins in the fridge, silverware running amok and the condiments misbehaving, and decide there's only one thing to do: take everyone on vacation! Illustrations.
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Beach
by Jo Byatt
Book Annotation
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Bluey : Grannies and other stories.
by Penguin Young Readers Licenses
"A storybook collection of your favorite Bluey stories! For real life! Based on the wildly successful animated series Bluey, as seen on Disney+. Let's take it to the max! This storybook collection includes four super-fun stories about Bluey and Bingo's adventures with their friends and family. This storybook includes: Butterflies, Mum School, Barky Boats, and Grannies"
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Shadowlands
by Penguin Young Readers Licenses
While playing Shadowlands, Bluey, Coco and Snickers must work together to reach the cupcakes without breaking the rules, which is no easy task! Original. Illustrations.
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Not-a-box city
by Antoinette Portis
Inspiring creative and imaginative play, this wonderful book follows Bunny who wants to build a new city ALONE until Bunny realizes that friends make all the difference. Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations.
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Children of the wind
by Nedda Lewers
Back in Egypt for the summer, Sahara, the keeper of Ali Baba's magic lamp, must protect the treasure from the sorceress El Ghoula, who will stop at nothing to get her hands on it, while trying to repair her friendship with her BFF Vicky. Simultaneous eBook.
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Dolphin detectives
by Kayla Whaley
While sailing off the coast of Maine, Abbi, Lydia and Daniel dive into their latest mystery when they encounter some dolphins who are trying to warn them of danger nearby. Simultaneous and eBook. Illustrations.
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Vamos! Let's celebrate Halloween and Dâia de los Muertos
by Raâul the Third
With easy-to-learn Spanish vocabulary and packed with cultural details, this vibrant story of two fall holidays follows Little Lobo and his friends as they decorate ofrendas in the cemetery after celebrating Halloween so they can enjoy Día de los Muertos with the spirits of those they love. Illustrations.
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Pete the Cat scaredy cat!
by Kim Dean
When Bob tells him a hair-raising story about a monster, Pete the Cat, totally spooked, starts seeing the monster everywhere until he learns to overcome his fear. Simultaneous. Illustrations.
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Misty's tale
by Matthew Corrigan
Opaline's henchpony with a mysterious past, Misty is determined to escape Opaline's clutches and join the Mane 5 after discovering her true self, reuniting with her dad and learning the power of empathy. Original. Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations.
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Movie night
by Cala Spinner
"Peppa Pig can't wait to see the new Super Potato movie! Will she have a fun time at Penny Polar Bear's house watching the movie with her friends?"
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Dot the Ladybug : the missing dot
by K. George
Spot the dog's snack is missing its dot, so Dot the Ladybug looks for clues, in this My First I Can Read story that is perfect for readers who love simple wordplay and adorable illustrations. Simultaneous and eBook. Illustrations.
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Really Bird, really scared!
by Harriet Ziefert
In this entertaining collection of stories based on relatable social/emotional themes, Really Bird, who is constantly worried and anxious due to his overactive imagination, strives to be really silly, funny, strong, cool, happy and brave with the help of his friends. Illustrations.
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Lucky Ducky's very first day of school
by Mercer Mayer
When his little sister loses her favorite stuffed toy, Lucky Ducky, on the night before the first day of school, Little Critter comes to the rescue. Simultaneous. Illustrations.
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This makes me anxious : first day of school
by Courtney Carbone
Nervous for her first day of school, a young girl realizes there are many people to help her feel more comfortable so she can have the best first day as she learns how to voice her feelings and count on others. Simultaneous and eBook. Illustrations.
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Sketty and Meatball
by Sarah Weeks
Two incorrigible dog best friends, Sketty and Meatball, do everything together?—?play, bark, sniff flowers and wag their tails?—?and happen to look quite a bit like their names! Simultaneous and eBook. Illustrations.
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Pinkalicious Lost in Paris
by Victoria Kann
Visiting Paris with her family, Pinkalicious gets lost while looking for a pinkatastique souvenir, and while searching for her way back, explores a bakery, a boutique and the pinkglamorous city's bustling streets alongside a pinkamazing new friend. Simultaneous. Illustrations.
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Mega Mole Girl digs deep
by Thomas Flintham
In Rue's new game Miss Business has captured Super Rabbit Boy and other superheroes for her collection, and it is up to Mega Mole Girl (and Rue) to find a way to rescue them from Miss Business's fortress
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Mrs. Marge is in charge!
by Dan Gutman
Finally old enough to participate in after-school clubs, all run by Mrs. Marge, A.J. and his crew are faced with such wacky options as Lawn Mower Racing Club, Underwater Hockey Club and People Who Hate Clubs Club! Simultaneous. Illustrations.
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The first week of school
by Drew Beckmeyer
On the first day of school, when a new student arrives, things take a turn for the unusual, causing the class to wonder if the visitor is something out-of-this-word, in this laugh-out-loud picture book. Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations.
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The things we miss
by Leah Stecher
"Stumbling upon a mysterious door that sends her three days forward in time, J.P. Green skips all the worst parts of her life until she learns what it means to show up for the people you love and for yourself. "
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The yellow bus
by Loren Long
A tender, gorgeously illlustrated picture book from the #1 New York Times best-selling author/illustrator tells a touching story about a forgotten school bus that finds happiness and purpose in the most unexpected places?—?and in the journey along the way. SLJ. K. PW. 150,000 first printing. Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations.
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Just what to do
by Kyle Lukoff
This beautiful and compassionate picture book offers an important lesson about how to offer comfort to loved ones by setting aside your assumptions and following their lead. Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations.
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When Wishes Were Horses
by Cynthia Voigt
"When Casey, Zoe, Bill and Bug, who live in the same town but don't know each other, are suddenly connected by magic, they dream about what they'd like to wish for?—?and if this is for real. Simultaneous eBook."
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Felix Powell, boy dog
by Erin Entrada Kelly
In this funny middle grade novel about friendship, family and animals, Felix Powell is magically transformed from a boy into a dog. Illustrated with black-and-white drawings by a Newbery Medal-winning author/illustrator on almost every page. 100,000 first printing. Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations.
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Prunella
by Beth Ferry
Born with a purple thumb instead of a green one like her parents, Prunella cultivates a poisonous garden to keep people away until a curious weed of a different sort pops up, forcing her to decide between uprooting this tentative new friendship or allowing it to blossom. Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations.
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Sour apple
by Linda Liu
The only one left on the tree during apple-picking season, apple, feeling insecure to the core, takes us on a funny, yet relatable, survey of all the things he could've become if only someone had picked him. Illustrations.
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The sun never hurries
by Roxane Turcotte
"Reminding readers about the importance of slowing down and appreciating every moment, this beautiful story follows Charlie as she, with the help of Papa Jo, learns the importance of taking her time and savoring the day, which transforms an ordinary day into something extraordinary. Illustrations. "
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Boxitects
by Kim Smith
A STEAM-centered story about a talented youngster who builds remarkable things out of cardboard boxes finds Meg impressing her teacher and classmates with her constructions before clashing with a fellow innovator during a school competition. 35,000 first printing. Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations.
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Trucky Roads
by Lulu Miller
Imagining all the different kinds of trucks that could exist, from a cloud roller to a comet mixer, Trucky Roads discovers the possibilities are endless! Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations.
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The digger and the dark
by Joseph Kuefler
Digger and the other trucks are ready for bed until two mischievous raccoons appear who are not tired?—?AT ALL?—?and the big machines decide just a few more minutes of playtime won't hurt?—?or will it? Illustrations.
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Plainville, Massachusetts 02762
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