Extraordinary Pets by Barroux

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A dog, a cat, a bird, a fish great pets to have. But if you had your wish why not choose one out of the ordinary? Why not a pet who's EXTRAordinary? Acclaimed artist Barroux makes his Blue Apple Books debut with a book about an amazing array of animals. Cats are cuddly, but elephants? Exceptional! A Chihuahua is cute, but tarantulas? Terrific! Flaps cleverly transform everyday animals into exotic, one- of- a- kind, perfect pets.

The 39 Clues Cahills vs. Vespers Book 2: A King's Ransom by Jude Watson

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Amy and Dan are in a race for their lives... and the enemy may be even closer than they think. When seven members of their family were kidnapped by a sinister organization known as the Vespers, thirteen- year- old Dan Cahill and his older sister, Amy, vowed they'd stop at nothing to bring the hostages home. But then the ransom comes in and the Vespers demand the impossible. Amy and Dan have just days to track down and steal an ancient map. The only catch? No one has seen the map for half a century.

The 39 Clues Cahills vs. Vespers Book 1: The Medusa Plot by Gordon Korman

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An explosive new series from the bestselling 39 Clues franchise - the adventure is just beginning! The Clue hunt is over, but Amy and Dan's adventures have just begun. Cahills across the globe have been kidnapped by a new enemy, the Vespers, and it's up to Amy and Dan to perform a dangerous ransom - a race that will take them from the hidden tunnels of the Roman Coliseum to the ancient city of Timbuktu. If Amy and Dan can't stop the Vespers... the whole world will pay.

Dotty by Paola Opal

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This new book in the Simply Small series features Dotty, a little fawn. Mommy and Dotty are on their way through the field searching for strawberries. When Mommy leaps across a stream without getting wet, Dotty wants to, too. But Dotty is too small to leap as far as Mommy, and she keeps falling. Will she find a clever way to cross the stream? Of course she will - with a little help from her imagination and the animals around her. This is another adorable addition to the Simply Small series that combines bold and bright illustrations with sweet stories.

The Defense of Thaddeus A Ledbetter by John Gosselink

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Designed like a case file, chock- full of notes, journal entries, letters, e-mails, illustrations, and more, The Defense of Thaddeus A. Ledbetter is a hilarious middle- grade novel that argues why Thaddeus should be released from his in- school suspension and explains the unbelievable circumstances that led to his punishment. Like Adrian Mole and the Great Brain, Thaddeus is a too- smart- for- his- own- good hero. Soon readers will be chanting, "Free Thaddeus!"

The Jellybeans and the Big Book Bonanza by Laura Numeroff and Nate Evans, illustrated by Lynn Musinger

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The Jellybeans are back - this time in the library stacks to discover the varied and wonderful world of reading. When the Jellybeans go to the library to do research for book reports on the things they enjoy, Bitsy, who loves books more than anyone, is excited to bring her friends to her favorite place. Emily, who loves to dance, finds a book on ballet, Nicole, who loves sports, finds a book on soccer, and Anna, who loves art, finds a book on famous painters. But what about Bitsy? Can she find the perfect book, too? This energizing book promotes a love of reading by proving that there is the perfect book for everyone. Just as jellybeans are all different flavours but go great together, the girls again use their different strengths and talents to work as a team and make their school Book Bonanza a success.

Dave the Potter: Artist, Poet, Slave by Laban Carrick Hill, illustrated by Bryan Collier

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To us it is just dirt, the ground we walk on... But to Dave it was clay, the plain and basic stuff upon which he formed a life as a slave nearly 200 years ago. Dave was an extraordinary artist, poet, and potter living in South Carolina in the 1800s. He combined his superb artistry with deeply observant poetry, carved onto his pots, transcending the limitations he faced as a slave. In this inspiring and lyrical portrayal, National Book Award nominee Laban Carrick Hill's elegantly simple text and award- winning artist Bryan Collier's resplendent, earth- toned illustrations tell Dave's story, a story rich in history, hope, and long- lasting beauty.

My Think-a-ma-Jink by Dave Whamond

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It's Jack's sixth birthday and he couldn't be more... bored? Model airplanes, stuffed dinosaurs, and talking robots can't even break him out of his bad mood. Enter a mysterious gift from an equally mysterious Uncle Doug. Within an ordinary- looking brown box glows the Think-a-ma-jink, a bizarre contraption that claims to bend the laws of time and space. With this gadget, no idea is too fantastic to be realized, no world too distant to be visited, no personality too zany to be adopted. With his younger sister, Marie, at his side, Jack discovers a wild new universe of possibilities before him. But when he and Marie engage in a boisterous, shape- shifting struggle, the future of the Think-a-ma-jink hangs in the balance. This is a picture book about infinite possibilities - a wonderful story of the power of imagination over even the fiercest rivals - be they yetis and dragons or a little case of the blues.

The Red Pyramid by Rick Riordan

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Ever since their mother's death, siblings Carter and Sadie have been near strangers. While Sadie's lived with her grandparents in London, Carter has traveled the world with their father, the brilliant Egyptologist, Dr. Julius Kane. One night they are reunited when their father takes them to the British Museum, hoping at last to set things right. Instead, he unleashes the Egyptian god Set, who banishes him to oblivion and forces the children to flee for their lives. Soon, Carter and Sadie discover that the gods of Ancient Egypt are waking, and the worst of them are after the Kanes. To stop him, the siblings must embark on a dangerous journey across the globe - a quest leading them ever closer to the truth about their family, and their links to a secret order that has existed since the time of the pharaohs.

Africans Thought of It: Amazing Innovations by Bathseba Opini and Richard B Lee

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Did you know that aloe vera - now found in countless products, including sunscreens and soaps - was first used by Africans? They ground it into powder and used it to treat burns and other skin conditions, and hunters used it to disguise their scent from animals. They also used the nutritious oil from the fruit of the oil palm tree in everything from cooking to medicines to wine. And the marimba, better known to us as the xylophone, is believed to have originated 700 years ago in Mali. Other unique African innovations include the technique of banana leaf art and using horns - and hairdos! - to communicate important messages. Africans Thought of It features descriptive photos and information- packed text that is divided into sections.

A Pet for Petunia by Paul Schmid

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Meet Petunia. More than anything, Petunia wants a pet. "I'll feed my pet every day," she promises her parents. "I'll take her for walks. I'll read stories to her and draw her pictures." Petunia knows she can take care of a pet, but what happens when the pet she most desires is a skunk?

They Called Themselves the K.K.K.: The Birth of an American Terrorist Group by Susan Campbell Bartoletti

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Boys, let us get up a club. With those words, six restless young men raided the linens at a friend's mansion, pulled pillowcases over their heads, hopped on horses and cavorted through the streets of Pulaski, Tennessee. Soon, the six friends had named their club the Ku Klux Klan and all too quickly, their club would grow into the self- proclaimed Invisible Empire with secret dens spread across the South. This is the story of how a secret, terrorist group took root in America's democracy. Filled with chilling and vivid personal accounts unearthed from oral histories, congressional documents, and diaries, it is a book to read and remember.

Click by Shutta Crum, illustrated by John Beder

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What happens when a young boy with a camera and a curious bear cub meet face to face?

Ouch! How Your Body Makes it Through a Very Bad Day by Richard Walker

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From blistering bee stings to pus- filled pimples, this eye- popping book takes readers on a virtual tour of all of the grossest, gooiest, and most fascinating events that bodies have to endure. Featuring incredible 3-D graphics that reveal the action and body's response in microscopic detail, "Ouch!" combines kid- friendly gross- out value with cutting- edge anatomical and biological expertise.

Cupcake by Charise Mericle Harper

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Poor vanilla Cupcake. He's feeling a bit drab next to his fancy friends. But when his new pal, Candle, comes along with some fresh ideas, the two concoct a plan to become the snazziest duo ever found on a plate!

Apples for Everyone by Jill Esbaum

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Apples! The very word conjures up images of fall: ripe red apples falling off the tree as the leaves begin their glorious extravaganza of colour change; baskets of gathered fruits at the foot of laddered orchards; the rich aroma of an apple- pie cooling. As school starts again, an apple for the teacher is a time- honored tradition. Apples are coated in candy or caramel to celebrate the end- of- year holidays. They are crushed into cider to keep us warm around a fire as summer slips away and the first hint of frost chills the darkening nights. In this beautifully produced book, apples are more than just fruit, they are iconic of everything fall.

Healthy Eating: The Best Start in Science by Helen Orme

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Discover how nutritious food helps you grow in this dissection of the food pyramid.

Where Food Comes From: The Best Start in Science by Ronne Randall

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Harnessing children's natural curiosity about the world, this engaging series introduces kids to key science concepts through a simple question- and- answer format.
Fascinate young readers with this vibrant look at the origins of eight commonly consumed foods, including tomatoes, bread, eggs, and chocolate.

Warriors vs Warriors by Catherine Brereton, Philip Steele, and Hannah Wilson, illustrated by Steve Stone et al.

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From Viking vs. Aztec Warrior to Samurai vs. Gladiator, "Versus" explores who would triumph and why if these fierce warriors were to engage in deadly battle against one another. Written with the computer- gamer in mind, "Versus" brings history's warriors into the 21st century, and readers are treated to large, gatefold pages that enhance the experience of each battle.

Subway by Anastasia Suen, illustrated by Karen Katz

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Come along for the ride as a little girl and her mother hop on the subway. From spinning turnstiles and musicians performing on the platforms to people hopping off and on and lights flashing past in the tunnels, the sights and sounds of the subway have an energy all their own. Anastasia Suens sprightly text and Karen Katzs brightly coloured patterns and lively perspectives combine for a pitch perfect celebration of an underground train ride, where the hustle and bustle is only part of the fun.

Underwear! By Mary Elise Monsell, illustrated by Lynn Munsinger

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"Her animals are full of frolicsome fun, and the variety of underwear is appropriately zany. Children will be unable to resist Zachary and Orfo as they cavort in the trees with underwear donned as hats and numerous pairs trailing from their limbs. Sheer frivolous fun."

Porcupining: A Prickly Love Story by Lisa Wheeler, illustrated by Janie Bynum

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What could be more poignant than a porcupine pining for a companion? With prose filled with puns and pleasing pictures, this passionate tale of love and friendship between two prickly creatures in a petting zoo makes a perfect read aloud.

Sneezy Louise by Irene Breznak, illustrated by Janet Pedersen

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Even before breakfast, Louise knows that it isn't going to be an easy day. Her itchy eyes, wheezy throat, and very, very sneezy nose lead to trouble at school, during ballet class, and even while reading a bedtime story. Irene Breznak's rhythmic refrain is "catching" as characters implore Louise to "cover your mouth, PLEASE!" a message that parents will appreciate! Janet Pederson's charming watercolors bring Louise to life as well as that tickly, sneezy feeling familiar to everyone!

No More Yawning! By Paeony Lewis, illustrated by Brita Granstrom

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It's time for Florence and her toy monkey, Arnold, to hit the hay, but the two are driving Mom bananas with their stay- awake shenanigans! A story as infectious as yawning - with a bonus section of sleep tips.

Kindergarten Cat by J Patrick Lewis, illustrated by Ailie Busby

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When Mr. Bigbuttons finds a tiny stray kitty cat outside near the jungle gym, he knows exactly where to bring it - into the kindergarten classroom, of course. And so the children welcome their newest classmate, name her Tinker Toy, and share their circle time spots with her. Tinker Toy fits right in, even answering Teacher's questions with a loud "Meow!"

If You Take a Mouse to School by Laura Numeroff, illustrated by Felicia Bond

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If you take a mouse to school, he'll ask you for your lunch box. When you give him your lunch box, he'll want a sandwich to go in it. Then he'll need a notebook and some pencils. He'll probably want to share your backpack, too... The famous mouse is back for his first day of school. Only Laura Numeroff and Felicia Bond could make school this much fun!

What Baby Wants by Phyllis Root, illustrated by Jill Barton

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A crying baby wants something, and his family tries to figure it out in order to soothe him.

The Extinct Files: My Science Project by Wallace Edwards

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Wally was planning to do his science project on his pet iguana. But just as he was getting started, he made a major discovery sure to rock the scientific community. He saw a dinosaur. Not a fossil, but a real dinosaur, right outside his bedroom window.

Sleepy Head by Karma Wilson and John Segal

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A kitten toddler is putting her favorite teddy bear to bed, just as her mother always tucks her in. But it's really not bedtime until one more hug, one more kiss, one more snuggle, and one more story have been shared. And then, finally, it is time for sleepyheads everywhere to fall asleep.

City Signs by Zoran Milich

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Award- winning photojournalist Zoran Milich captures a world of words in the simplicity of big, bold signs. As young children discover the thirty colourful photographs in City Signs, they will delight in seeing people and places that are a part of their everyday world. With that delight comes the growing recognition of the words that are all around them - and the exhilarating discovery that they can read!