White Tiger: A Hero's Compulsion by Phil Briones, Tamora Pierce and Timothy Liebe

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Roaring out of the pages of Daredevil, the new White Tiger makes a ferocious debut, courtesy of the dynamic scripting of New York Times best- selling fantasy author Tamora Pierce and masterful penciling of rising star Phil Briones. Angela del Toro knows pain: Her uncle - Hector Ayala, the former White Tiger - killed. Her FBI partner, murdered. Her career, ruined. Her mentor, Matt Murdock, jailed. And the hurt is just beginning. The Yakuza's bloodthirsty Sano Orii returns, a genocidal shadow organization appears, and a new- but- old super- powered madman is looking to put the squeeze on White Tiger. Armed with mystical amulets - and finally in costume - White Tiger demands answers! But will she survive long enough to ask the right questions?

My Great Big Momma by Oliver Ka, illustrated by Luc Melonson

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Size matters, according to this groundbreaking picture book - and in a good way. Here, a young boy describes his large mother in caring terms - her softness, her warmth, how comfortable and reassuring it is to sit on her lap on the bus. But when she goes on a diet "because of what people say," he becomes a picky eater himself to show her how foolish she's being. This remarkable book offers a charming and timely picture of a special relationship between a loving mother and the little boy who understands that people should be appreciated for who they are.

Bradley McGogg the Very Fine Frog by Tim Beiser, illustrated by Rachel Berman

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Bradley McGogg makes his home in the bog where there are plenty of yummy bugs for a frog to feed on. Upon finding his pantry bare one day, Bradley decides to meet his neighbours, in the hopes that they will share some of their favourite meals with him. But this "bog frog" soon finds that not all animals eat alike....

Stanley's Beauty Contest by Linda Bailey, illustrated by Bill Slavin

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Join Stanley and his friends in the best dog pile ever as they show us humans that dogs know best, and that what really counts is having fun!

Curious George Plants a Tree by Minoca Perez, illustrated by Anna Grossnickle Hines

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After he finds out that the science museum is planning a "Green Day" dedicated to recycling and planting trees, George wants to help out. Includes 20 kid- friendly environmental tips.

A Penguin Story by Antoinette Portis

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Edna the penguin only knows white ice, black night, and blue sea. She is convinced there are more colours out there, so she sets out on a quest, in this new book from the creator of "Not a Box."

Bella and Bean by Rebecca Kai Dotlich, illustrated by Aileen Leijten

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Bella wants to write poems. Bean wants to go for a walk. Could these two best friends be more different? But as Bean's attempt to coax Bella away from her notepad become ever more over the top, Bella finds her poetry taking unexpected twists.

Are You Afraid Yet? The Science of Scary Stuff by Stephen James O'Meara, illustrated by Jeremy Kaposy

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Want a good scare? Try reading about severed heads that blink, killer viruses that eat their human host, and real- life werewolves (just for starters)! Scared yet? That's okay - feeling scared is natural and useful. Want to know more about these and other fears? Pick up this one- of- a- kind book, an illustrated investigation into all the stuff that's frightened us out of our wits for centuries and the gruesome, gory, gut- churning science behind it.

Llama Llama Misses Mama by Anna Dewdney

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It's Llama Llama's first day of preschool, and he's excited. Then it's time for Mama to leave, and suddenly Llama Llama isn't so excited anymore. However, the other children show Llama Llama how much fun school can be.

DIY Baby! by Dr. Shelley S. Binkley

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DIY Baby! tackles the most popular pregnancy questions:
- Conception and development: What's going on in there?
- Early genetic screening and testing: What should you do and when?
- Labor and delivery: What will it be like? And how will you manage the pain?
- Patient Choice Cesarean Sections: Should you opt out of labor?
- Episiotomy: Do you need one?
- Home birth: Why on Earth would you want to do that?

Wink: The Ninja who Wanted to be Noticed by J. C. Phillipps

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The happiest day of Wink's life is when he is accepted to the Summer Moon School for Young Ninjas. Wink decides that he will be silent and stealthy like a ninja should be, but no one notices. What's the point of being a great ninja if no one notices?

Princess Bess Gets Dressed by Margery Cuyler, illustrated by Heather Maione

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Princess Bess spends her days in fancy, princess- perfect clothes. She has loads of clothes made with satin, snaps, and bows. Her favourite outfit of them all, however, is a secret: it's what Bess wears underneath her many princess clothes.

Canadian Boys who Rocked the World by Tanya Lloyd Kyi

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No one ever said you had to be a grown- up to do something great. The boys in Canadian Boys Who Rocked the World have proved this to the world. Breaking world records, winning hearts in the limelight, changing the face of the scientific world - these boys have shaken the planet with their achievements.

My Friend Mei Jing by Anna McQuinn, illustrated by Ben Frey and Irvin Cheung

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Ever since Mei Jing came to Monifa's school they've been best friends. They're both artistic and like to create wild designs together. They love to play at each other's houses; at Monifa's they make a tent out of her mother's African blanket, and at Mei Jing's they play with her new puppy and dream of having a veterinary clinic when they grow up. On one visit to Mei Jing's, Monifa notices that Mei Jing's grandma spends a lot of time there. She speaks Chinese and calls her granddaughter Mui Mui. Mei Jing's father shows Monifa how to use chopsticks, and Monifa tries food she's never eaten before. Luckily they don't serve chicken's feet! Like My Friend Jamal., My Friend Mei Jing is a poignant story that demonstrates how friendship is the strongest bond among kids living in a diverse community.

Princess Peepers by Pam Galvert, illustrated by Tuesday Mourning

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Princess Peepers discovers that eyeglasses are the way to the princes heart.

All in a Day by Cynthia Ryland, illustrated by Nikki McClure

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This lovely text illuminates all the possibilities a day offers - the opportunities and chances that won't ever come again - and also delivers a gentle message of good stewardship of our planet.

Royal Murder: The Deadly Intrigue of Ten Soverins by Elizabeth Macleod

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What would you do for absolute power? For many monarchs throughout history, it was a question that ruled their lives. Step into the world of palatial intrigue, where holding the throne means evading death...or causing it. Some sovereigns were cunning at avoiding their killers. Cleopatra of Egypt once rolled herself into a rug and was carried out past her enemies' noses. Other royals were brutal when dealing with foes. Vlad the Impaler's monstrous methods inspired the legend of Dracula the vampire. Read about these and many more in this fantastic book!

Ladybug Girl and Bumblebee Boy by David Somon and Jacky Davis

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At the playground, Lulu asks her friend Sam if he wants to play with her. Sam likes Diggers, while Lulu thinks Monkeys is the best game. Sam suggests playing under the castle, but Lulu knows that the top is the most fun. They just can't agree! And then Lulu asks, "Have you ever played Ladybug Girl?" As Ladybug Girl and Bumblebee Boy, Lulu and Sam save the playground from hairy monsters and big mean robots, and have their very own parade on the bouncy dinosaurs. They figure out that when they work together, they can create fun games that they both like to play.

Ballyhoo Bay by Judy Sierra, illustrated by Derek Anderson

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Welcome to Ballyhoo Bay, where Mira Bella the artist teaches painting and sculpture to grannies and kids. Sun, sea, sand, and sky - what could be more fun? Until one grey day a billboard goes up, announcing a high- rise building and all kinds of stuff. No more sand or seashells or painting or fun. And absolutely no children and wildlife allowed. Mira Bella is not one to take this plan lightly. But despite Mira Bella's conviction, can art save Ballyhoo Bay?

The Nine Lives of Rotten Ralph by Jack Gantos, illustrated by Nicole Rubel

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Poor Rotten Ralph. His health just isn't what it used to be. Thanks to his rotten ways, he's down to the very last of his nine lives! "One more slip and he'll be gone forever," warns the vet. Sarah, Ralph's doting owner, is fiercely determined to keep her cat safe. But how much coddling can Ralph take before he has to do something totally and utterly rotten? In this ninth tale about the most delightfully disobedient cat in town, being naughty has never looked so good to Rotten Ralph. But then again, after a hard day's rotten work, neither does the warmth and safety of Sarah's lap!

Happy Nowruz: Cooking with Children to Celebrate the Persian New Year by Najmieh Batmanglij

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Nowruz - the Persian New Year - is one of the world's great festivals, a full month of activities celebrating the earth, the arrival of spring, and the rebirth of nature. Most of all, it is a festival for families. Children and adults alike can share in preparing special meals, decorating the house, and performing the many ceremonies that welcome the New Year. This is a guide to customs thousands of years old yet as vital as ever - enjoyable for families no matter where they live or what their beliefs. "Happy Nowruz" offers twenty- five fun, easy, and innovative Nowruz recipes, with lots of photos to show you what to do.

M is for Mischief: An A to Z of Naughty Children by Linda Ashman, illustrated by Nancy Carpenter

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Here are twenty- six brats you'd never want to babysit: Catastrophic Coco, Gluttonous Griffin, Impolite Irma, and Quarrelsome Quincy, just to name a few. Linda Ashman's perfectly crafted ditties about kids from Angry Abby, who is "apt to argue at any time and any place," to Zany Zelda, who "zigs and zags through all the rooms," are paired with hilariously energetic digital collages by Nancy Carpenter. Kids will relish the chaos these naughty tykes create - and also the comeuppance many of them justly receive.

Say Hello by Michael and Jack Foreman

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A lone dog comes upon a group of kids playing ball and with leaping ease, joins the game. They’re all having so much fun, they don’t see a sad little boy standing off by himself. Who will spy the boy and invite him to play? With arresting images by a master illustrator and a simple, touching text by his son, Say Hello evokes the joy and relief of finding a new friend just when it’s needed the most.

Dancing to Freedom: The True Story of Mao's Last Dancer by Li Cunxn, illustrated by Anne Spudvilas

During the cultural revolution everything in China changed. This is the true story of a boy who became a world famous dancer during this time.

Cubes, Cones, Cylinders, and Spheres by Tana Hoban

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Cubes, cones, cylinders, and spheres. Sounds sophisticated? Only until you look at Tana Hoban's incomparable photographs and realize that those shapes are the stuff of everyday life. They are all around us all the time. In our houses, on our streets, in our hands. In yet another breathtaking book, Tana Hoban wakes us up to our world and makes us see it.

Almost Astronauts: 13 Women Who Dared to Dream by Tanya Lee Stone

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What does it take to be an astronaut? Excellence at flying, courage, intelligence, resistance to stress, top physical shape — any checklist would include these. But when America created NASA in 1958, there was another unspoken rule: you had to be a man. Here is the tale of thirteen women who proved that they were not only as tough as the toughest man but also brave enough to challenge the government. They were blocked by prejudice, jealousy, and the scrawled note of one of the most powerful men in Washington. But even though the Mercury 13 women did not make it into space, they did not lose, for their example empowered young women to take their place in the sky, piloting jets and commanding space capsules.

Fancy Nancy: Explorer Extraordinaire! by Jane O'Connor, illustrated by Robin Paiss Glasser

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For the fanciest girl around, the outdoors are out of this world! Fancy Nancy and her best friend, Bree, set out to explore the fascinating world of wildflowers, trees, leaves, birds, and, of course, butterflies in their exclusively glamorous Explorers' Club. With recipes for pine cone bird feeders and extra- fancy lemonade, an official club bird, and an exclusive map of the territory, Fancy Nancy is one Explorer Extraordinaire!

No Peas for Nellie by Chris L Demarest

Nellie doesn't like peas, she'd rather eat a large, hairy spider! How will she get through them all?!

Follow That Map! A First Book of Mapping Skills by Scot Ritchie

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Maps are about far more than getting from a to b. Maps can help children understand and explore both their everyday environment and faraway places. With an appealing search- and- find technique, Follow That Map! is an interactive picture book that explains and demonstrates key mapping concepts. Kids will enjoy following Sally and her friends as they search for Max and Ollie, a mischievous dog and cat on the lam from the backyard.

How Many Baby Pandas? by Sandra Markle

Count your way through the adorable baby pandas and learn some interesting facts.

Kid Beowulf and the Blood-Bound Oath by Alexis E. Farjado

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Kid Beowulf is an action/adventure/humor graphic novel series inspired by the epics of old. Currently slated as a 12- book story arc, it follows the journey of twin brothers Beowulf and Grendel as they encounter other epic heroes from Europe, the Middle East and Asia. Each book functions as a separate adventure and is inspired by a countrys specific epic poem. The books can be read individually, yet also function within a larger framework as they trace the changing relationship between Beowulf and Grendel as they learn where exactly they fit within the vast tradition of heroic mythology.

Making Grizzle Grow by Rachna Gilmore, illustrated by Leslie Elizabeth Watts

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When Dad doesn't have time to play in the snow with her, Emily is annoyed. Then she becomes so mad that she makes a snow dinosaur and calls it Grizzle. Grizzle comes alive, and she is a Dilophosaurus with a temper to match Emily's. And Grizzle is hungry - so hungry that Emily rustles up some snow pizzas with lots of pepperoni. Then Grizzle begins to grow and as Emily makes more and more meals out of the backyard snow Grizzle snaps it all up and growls for more. She is really hungry! At last Grizzle turns her attention to Dad, who has wandered outside to admire Emily's handiwork. If Emily doesn't do something fast, Dad will make an excellent snack!

Mattland by Hazel Hutchins and Gail Herbert, illustrated by Duan Petricic

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Matt is miserable. The subdivision where he now lives is surrounded by nothing but muddy fields of rocks and sticks. But when Matt ventures out, his imagination kicks in. He draws a muddy, winding line and names it Snake River. A pile of rocks becomes the Dog Tooth Mountains. Just like that, Mattland is born.

A Wicked History Series

The Wicked History series tells the stories of the worst rulers in world history in an easy to read way that will captivate the interest of kids and adults alike.

Listen to the Wind: The Story of Dr. Greg and The Three Cups of Tea by Greg Mortenson and Susan L. Roth, illustrated by Susan L. Roth

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Greg Mortenson stumbled, lost and delirious, into a remote Himalayan village after a failed climb up K2. The villagers saved his life, and he vowed to return and build them a school. The remarkable story of his promise kept is now perfect for reading aloud. Told in the voice of Korpheas children, this story illuminates the humanity and culture of a relevant and distant part of the world in gorgeous collage, while sharing a riveting example of how one person can change thousands of lives.

Chill: Discover the Cool (and Creative) Side of Your Fridge by Allan Peterkin, illustrated by Mike Shiell

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Did you know that a refrigerator has the power to make your spare time more interesting and families more functional? A fridge can also give kids a sense of artistic accomplishment - and even help them make some extra cash. They can also use the fridge to horrify siblings and brainwash parents! Chill is an interactive guide for kids to make their family fridge the most cool and creative in the universe. This colorfully illustrated book, full of comic- strip sections, cool factoids and out- there fridge psychology, includes a history of refrigeration, instructions on how to create special- occasion fridges, 101 things to put on your fridge, the Five Taboo Fridge Behaviors, how to create a fridge art consulting business, crafts, quizzes and games and more. Chill will keep the whole family coming back to the refrigerator again and again - and not just to rummage for snacks.

Such a Prince by Dan Bar-El, illustrated by John Manders

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Will poor, scrawny Marvin win Princess Vera's heart? An opinionated, love- starved princess. Her status -conscious parents. Two muscular, but rude, hunks. Their kind, thoughtful brother. Three not- so- perfect peaches. An impossible challenge. And a whole lot of rabbits! Told from the point of view of a very untraditional fairy, this hilarious version of "The Three Peaches" shines a new light on the traditional tale and features a unique narrative voice and madcap illustrations. As in all good fairy tales, the vain, rude characters get their comeuppance, the fairy works her magic, and the princess gets her prince. So he's a little on the skinny side - he has a big heart. (The heart is a muscle too, you know.) Everything else is fair game in this side- splitting take on the classic formula.

Math Curse by Jon Scieszka and Lane Smith

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When the teacher tells her class that they can think of almost everything as a math problem, one student acquires a math anxiety which becomes a real curse.

Flight Explorer Volume 1

A short anthology of graphic short stories.

Dark Fiddler: the Life and Legend of Nicolo Paganini by by Aaron Frisch, illustrated by Kelley Gary

Told through the memories of an old grave digger, this biography of famous violinist and composter, Nicolo Paganini, is a wonderfully illustrated and easily followed story of a truely remarkable person.

My Name is Gabito: The Life of Gabriel Garcia Marquez by Monica Brown, illustrated by Raul Colon

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Can you imagine a shipwrecked sailor living on air and seaweed for eight days? Can you imagine a trail of yellow butterflies fluttering their wings to songs of love? Once, there was a little boy named Gabito who could. Gabriel Garcia Marquez is perhaps one of the most brilliant writers of our time. He is a tremendous figure, enormously talented, and unabashedly admired. This is his story, lovingly told, for children to enjoy. Using the imagery from his novels, Monica Brown traces the novelist's life in this creative nonfiction picture book from his childhood in Colombia to today. This is an inspiring story about an inspiring life, full of imagination and beauty.

Hatter M by Frank Beddor and Liz Cavalier, illustrated by Ben Templesmith

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Put to rest any delusions or disinformation you have of the tea- guzzling madman of faux literary history and prepare to expand your consciousness as the saga of Hatter Madigan and his relentless search for the lost Princess of Wonderland unfolds in Volume 1 of the Hatter M graphic novel series! In Frank Beddor's bestselling The Looking Glass Wars, Royal Bodyguard Hatter Madigan was ordered by Queen Genevieve to take Princess Alyss and leave Wonderland after a bloody palace coup staged by the murderous Redd. But while escaping through the Pool of Tears (the portal connecting Wonderland to our world) crushing centrifugal force pulled them apart, and Alyss was lost. In this first volume of the geo- graphic parallel adventure trilogy, Hatter finds himself in Paris, France in the year 1859 shockingly separated from the child he had been sworn to protect. Hatter must now embark upon a non- stop quest, crisscrossing the globe for 13 years in search of his lost Princess.

Posy by Linda Newbery, illustrated by Catherine Rayner

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Here comes Posy - the most adorable and lovable kitten you'll ever meet!

My Mommy is Magic by Carl Norac, illustrated by Ingrid Godon

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Is there anyone more magical than Mommy? She can kiss a boo-boo and make it better. She can chase monsters away after a bad dream. And she can make a delicious cake appear - right out of thin air! This charming book captures a toddler's love and admiration for her mother with warmth and humour. It's the perfect way to celebrate mothers - those everyday magicians who not only do it all but make it look so easy.

My Mum by Anthony Browne

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She’s nice, my mum...My mum’s a fantastic cook, And a brilliant juggler. She’s a great painter, And the strongest woman in the world! She’s really nice, my mum.

Beka Cooper Book 2: Bloodhound by Tamora Pierce

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Beka Cooper is finally a Dog — a full- fledged member of the Provost’s Guard, dedicated to keeping peace in Corus’s streets. But there’s unrest in Tortall’s capital. Counterfeit coins are turning up in shops all over the city, and merchants are raising prices to cover their losses. The Dogs discover that gamblers are bringing the counterfeit money from Port Caynn. In Port Caynn, Beka delves deep into the gambling world, where she meets a charming banking clerk named Dale Rowan. Beka thinks she may be falling for Rowan, but she won’t let anything — or anyone — jeopardize her mission. As she heads north to an abandoned silver mine, it won’t be enough for Beka be her usual "terrier" self. She’ll have to learn from Achoo to sniff out the criminals — to be a Bloodhound....

Piggies by Audrey and Don Wood

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In this classic bedtime fantasy, there are fat piggies, smart piggies, silly piggies, and even wee piggies who romp from fingers to toes before it's finally time for bed and a kiss good night.

Babies by Ros Asquith and Sam Williams

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There are big babies and little babies, Do-lots and do-little babies, Happy babies, cross babies, And "I''ll show you who''s boss" babies..." With an affectionate text and heartwarming illustrations, this is the perfect book to share with your baby.

Mighty Monty by Johanna Hurwitz, illustrated by Anik McGrory

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Monty may be small and shy, but he's a mighty smart kid and an A+ reader. In an endearing follow- up to Mostly Monty, the quiet first- grader continues to come into his own — playing the part of a tree in a comically miscued school play, sharing his enthusiasm for ants at an outdoor birthday party, even signing up for karate class despite his asthma. Once again, Johanna Hurwitz finds gentle humor in everyday situations and offers a charming portrayal of a likable character many young readers will relate to.