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Series: My Wild Arctic FriendsThe Wolf PupHardcover
Etua Snowball9781772274837
$19.95JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 6 - 8
Nov 07, 2023
Etua Snowball shares his childhood experience with the unlikeliest of friend—an Arctic wolf pup that he meets at a remote camp where the boy spends his summers. As the child and the pup become more comfortable with one another, they go hunting, walking, exploring, and catching butterflies together across the tundra. With the end of summer approaching, the young boy knows he must soon return home. Will he gain enough trust from the pup to be able to pet it before he leaves?
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Series: Lucky MeHardcover
Lawrence Schimel9781459837386
$21.95JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 3 - 5
Oct 17, 2023
Bruno's home is a bit different, but he wouldn't trade it for the world. Bruno's friend Sanjay is lucky: He doesn’t have to share his room (well, except with a pet iguana), and he can leave his toy soldiers all over the house. And Bruno’s brother, Mateo, who is visually impaired, is pretty lucky too: He has a dog named Rocco who helps him get around. Plus, Mateo can keep reading after dark by using just his fingers (while Bruno has to use a flashlight). Still, Bruno has it pretty good. He can leave his bed a total mess. He can play dinosaurs w... + Read More
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Series: Owl and the Mystery of TomorrowHardcover
Réka Király9781459837461
$19.95JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 3 - 5
Aug 15, 2023
Little readers will enjoy thinking about big questions in this bright and colorful picture book that explores time and the meaning of tomorrow. Owl is confused. She doesn't know what tomorrow means. When does today turn into tomorrow? Does tomorrow begin in the middle of the night, at a certain time in the morning or not until you wake up? Mouse, Hedgehog and Rabbit try to explain, but Owl still doesn't understand. The forest animals make a plan to stay awake all night to find out, but what if they fall asleep? How can you tell it’s tomorrow if... + Read More
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Series: Jungle CatHardcover
Andrew Larsen9781459834644
$21.95JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 3 - 5
May 16, 2023
An indoor cat brings a community together after his dreams of exploring the outside world quickly go awry. Bob is an orange tabby cat with big dreams. He lives in a safe and friendly apartment building with his human, Pippa, but Bob knows he is more than an indoor cat—he's a Jungle Cat! When he sneaks outside to chase after his dream, Bob's adventure suddenly gets too wild. It's a good thing jungle cats know when to ask for help! Vibrantly illustrated with playful depictions of city and apartment life, this is the delightful story of an over-co... + Read More
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Series: The Never-Ending SweaterHardcover
Erin Welch9781459834736
$21.95JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 3 - 5
May 16, 2023
A heartfelt story that celebrates the power of intergenerational love, connection and friendship, featuring the nostalgic imagery of a small East Coast village. When Peter was little, he asked his grandmother to knit him a VERY big sweater. So she made him a sweater with love knit into every stitch. Young Peter wore the sweater, with its drooping sleeves and oversized body, everywhere he went. Eventually, Peter outgrew his small seaside village and decided to see the world with his sweater providing comfort and a reminder of home on every adven... + Read More
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Series: Billie and BeanBillie and Bean in the CityHardcover
Julia Hansson9781459834446
$21.95JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 6 - 8
May 16, 2023
★“Delightful, portraying a little one’s first forays into independence, joys, fears, and all...A simple yet wonderfully satisfying escapade.”—Kirkus Reviews, starred review Celebrating the supportive relationship between a child and her dog, this story gently introduces the resilience and bravery that come with the first steps toward independence. Billie is reading quietly in her apartment while her mom does laundry downstairs. But her impatient dog Bean wants to go outside. Billie has taken Bean outside before when mom was watching, so she dec... + Read More
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Series: The Unlovable Alina ButtPaperback
Ambreen Butt-Hussain9781459834910
$12.95JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 9 - 12
May 16, 2023
Fitting in at a new school is hard enough, but when you’re an awkward, big-nosed, nerdy Pakistani girl with a funny last name, it can seem impossible. Eleven-year-old Alina Butt has changed schools four times already since her family moved to England from Pakistan. Even after all that practice, she doesn’t seem to be getting any better at being the new kid. Mocked for her last name and her "weird" lunches, Alina has had enough! Taking a leap of faith to try and stand out for the "right" reasons, Alina auditions for the school play. Her hopes o... + Read More
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Series: The Secret PocketHardcover
Peggy Janicki9781459833722
$21.95JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) from 6 - 8
Apr 11, 2023
★“Captures the sympathy of readers and holds their attention...An age-appropriate telling by an Indigenous creative team of a tragic historical period.”—School Library Journal, starred review The true story of how Indigenous girls at a residential school sewed secret pockets into their dresses to hide food and survive. Mary was four years old when she was first taken away to the Lejac Indian Residential School. It was far away from her home and family. Always hungry and cold, there was little comfort for young Mary. Speaking Dakelh was forbidd... + Read More
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Series: Teen AstronautsMission to MarsTeen Astronauts #3Paperback
Eric Walters9781459836730
$12.95JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 9 - 12
Apr 11, 2023
Teen astronaut Houston Williams is now the pilot on a mission to Mars. Houston Williams was thrilled to win a scholarship to attend a space program at NASA. What he didn’t realize was that organizers were recruiting people for a top-secret research project aimed at studying how space travel affects people of different ages. After months spent on the International Space Station conducting a variety of experiments, Houston is surprised to learn that he and his two friends Ashley and Teal have been chosen to join a highly political mission to Mar... + Read More
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Series: Orca CurrentsBelow the SurfacePaperback
Allison Finley9781459834538
$10.95JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 9 - 12
Apr 11, 2023
A thirteen-year-old boy finds a pocket watch linked to a local legend about a lost treasure. Theo is happy spending his summer searching the river for treasure. Even if he mostly just finds empty cans and fishing lures. But when he discovers a pocket watch in the waters beneath a bridge that's said to be haunted, he is sure his luck has changed. Theo soon learns that the pocket watch is linked to a local legend about a ghost and buried treasure. Theo is determined to solve this mystery and posts his progress online. Even after he receives an an... + Read More
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Series: Orca CurrentsBig WinnerPaperback
Sylvia Taekema9781459834064
$10.95JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 9 - 12
Apr 11, 2023
Fourteen-year-old Skye Richardson had to leave her home, school and friends when she and her mom moved across the country to a small town on the East Coast. She’s not happy about it. Then she gets a part-time job at a local coffee shop and meets Digby Jones. Digby lives in a group home. He loves Ping-Pong and watching his favorite TV shows. He likes things done in a certain way. One day, Digby tells Skye he has the winning million-dollar lottery ticket everyone in town has been talking about. At first, all Skye can think about is how she’d lov... + Read More
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Series: Orca SoundingsWingmanPaperback
Jean Mills9781459834323
$10.95YOUNG ADULT FICTION Age (years) from 12
Apr 11, 2023
The other night, Trace Brewster, Max’s best friend and star hockey player for the Hawks, scored on his own net and put the team’s chances of qualifying for an upcoming tournament in jeopardy. Since then Trace has gone silent and is shutting everyone out. But Max thinks there’s more going on with his friend than what happened on the ice. For one thing, there are bruises on Trace's face that he refuses to explain. Can Max find a way to get Trace to open up and help him in time for the big game?
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Series: Waking Ben DoldrumsHardcover
Heather Smith9781459833913
$21.95JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 6 - 8
Mar 14, 2023
“Ben Doldrums, are you sad? Are you mad? Are you confused?" Frida Bellows lives in a big house made up of four apartments. Every morning, she gets on her father’s shoulders and taps on the ceiling with a broomstick. This wakes her neighbor, a student named Ben Doldrums who knocks on the wall to wake the Mercredis, who in turn knock on the floor to wake the Reynolds. Frida likes this morning tradition. It makes her feel like she’s part of something big. Things change, however, when Ben stops getting out of bed to wake the Mercredis, which throws... + Read More
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Series: Billie and BeanBillie and Bean at the BeachHardcover
Julia Hansson9781459834415
$21.95JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 6 - 8
Feb 14, 2023
★“Open, clear, inviting...A pitch-perfect portrayal of a summer day.”—Kirkus Reviews, starred review Celebrating the supportive relationship between a child and her dog, this story shows how we can all be brave and achieve things in our own time. Billie prefers playing quietly, but the beach is a noisy place. Her energetic dog, Bean, is happy to explore the sand and water. When Billie does try going for a swim, she has a painful surprise and heads back to shore. But Bean digs up something that can help Billie get back in the water where she so... + Read More
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Series: Teen AstronautsBoldly GoTeen Astronauts #2Paperback
Eric Walters9781459828766
$12.95JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 9 - 12
Feb 14, 2023
Teen astronaut Houston Williams is finally headed into outer space. Houston Williams was thrilled to win a scholarship to attend a space program at NASA. What he didn’t realize was that organizers were recruiting people for a cutting-edge research project aimed at studying how space travel affects people of different ages. Now, after months of intense training, Houston is blasting off into space! He and his new friend and former rival, Ashley, are on their way to the International Space Station (ISS) where, along with veteran astronaut Colonel ... + Read More
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Series: Orca CurrentsBranded2nd editionPaperback
Eric Walters9781459834606
$10.95JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 9 - 12
Feb 14, 2023
The principal announces that the school is implementing uniforms, and Ian finds himself caught in a conflict. Julia, the student body president and Ian's friend, wants Ian to devise a plan to fight the decision, but the principal is determined to convince Ian the uniforms are a good idea. Ian doesn't see the problem with uniforms and wants nothing to do with the issue, but while doing research for a social-justice class, Ian learns that the manufacturer of the uniforms is on the top-ten list in the industry for human-rights violations. When he ... + Read More
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Series: Dear Polar BearsHardcover
Gabrielle Prendergast9781459833005
$21.95JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 6 - 8
Feb 14, 2023
Polar bears and penguins live in similar climates, but they never, ever meet. What if they had a party together? The penguins of Antarctica write a letter inviting the polar bears of the Arctic to join them at the South Pole to celebrate their longest day of the year. But how will the polar bears get there? It's such a long journey—will they make it in time? What will they bring? And what will happen when they arrive? Dear Polar Bears combines a playful story of friendship with humorous imagery depicting the differences between Earth's polar r... + Read More
Is a magical Carey Price bobblehead the key to Elliot's success on the ice? Eleven-year-old Elliot loves hockey and finally convinces his parents to sign him up. There’s just one problem: he can barely skate. But he is determined. He practices every chance he gets and even takes extra lessons. He is still miles behind the rest of his teammates in terms of skills and speed, though. So when the goalie gets injured, Elliot surprises everyone by offering to take his place. He figures his “jelly-legs” won’t be quite so obvious in net. He is wrong. T... + Read More
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Series: Orca CurrentsKung Fu Master2nd editionPaperback
Marty Chan9781459837034
$10.95JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 9 - 12
Feb 14, 2023
Everyone assumes that because he's Chinese, Jon Wong must be good at math and science and a first-class nerd. No matter how hard he tries, he can't seem to shake the stereotypes. After watching a kung fu action movie, Jon and his best buddy pretend to be martial-arts warriors. Word soon spreads that Jon is a kung fu master, and the kids begin to treat him differently. Rather than correct the mistake, Jon plays the role and basks in the positive attention from his classmates. But when the school bully challenges him to prove his skills, Jon must... + Read More
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Series: Orca CurrentsOh Brother2nd editionPaperback
Sonya Spreen Bates9781459837058
$10.95JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 9 - 12
Feb 14, 2023
Moving to a new city and a new school is never easy. So Lauren is relieved when Callie, Treena and Maddy welcome her into their group. But then Lauren witnesses their reaction to a first-grader in a wheelchair. That kid is her little brother, Will. But she’s afraid that if she tells them, they may not want to be friends with her. Soon Lauren finds herself living a double life as she struggles with the challenges of building new friendships and trying to make it up to Will for not acknowledging him at school. At some point Lauren will have to ma... + Read More
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Series: Sally's Big DayHardcover
Andrew Larsen9781459834613
$19.95JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 3 - 5
Feb 14, 2023
Sally is excited for the first day of puppy school, but it isn’t easy when there are so many new things to see (and sniff!). It's hard to focus at puppy school when there are all kinds of pups to play with, water to splash in...and so many smells! But Sally doesn't give up and keeps trying, ending the day triumphantly. Just like children, puppies have a lot to explore in and learn about the world around them. This sweet story will give confidence to young readers as they venture into the world to learn and try new things.
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Series: Orca AnchorStar EatersPaperback
Brooke Carter9781459834675
$10.95YOUNG ADULT FICTION Age (years) from 12
Feb 14, 2023
In a far-off galaxy, entire worlds are dying. Their suns and other stars are being consumed by Star Eaters, members of an intergalactic corporation who use advanced technology to steal energy from planets to fuel a fleet of roving starships. But Destin, a young and newly minted Star Eater, is reluctant to destroy worlds he’s never even seen. When he finds a mysterious stowaway girl named Calla on his ship after his first solo mission, Destin is torn. He must decide between turning her in or helping her save her planet. Time is running out—he o... + Read More
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Series: Orca CurrentsWildfire2nd editionPaperback
Deb Loughead9781459837041
$10.95JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 9 - 12
Feb 14, 2023
Bridgewood is having one of the hottest summers on record. Despite the strict ban, fires have been popping up all over town and it's starting to look like arson. Dylan O'Connor gets pulled into the middle of it all when his friend Eliot becomes a suspect. At first, Dylan is certain Eliot isn't responsible, but when he finds out his friend has been hiding a big secret, he's not so sure. Dylan has to get to the bottom of these mysterious fires—and fast—before someone gets hurt.
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Series: Orca CurrentsWorld's Worst Parrot2nd editionPaperback
Alice Kuipers9781459837065
$10.95JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 9 - 12
Feb 14, 2023
Ava works hard at maintaining a certain image online and at school. As far as anyone else knows, life is great. But when she inherits an African gray parrot from her great-uncle Bertie (whom she barely remembers), Ava’s carefully crafted world starts to crumble. The parrot, Mervin, is loud and messy and obnoxious. Ava’s brother thinks it’s hilarious to post videos of Ava trying to deal with the crazy bird. He even creates a profile for the two of them. Everyone wants to see more of Ava and Mervin. Suddenly, Ava is internet famous—in the worst ... + Read More
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Series: Weird Rules to FollowPaperback
Kim Spencer9781459835580
$12.95JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 9 - 12
Oct 18, 2022
★“Readers will be left with a rich image of Mia’s world and the family and people that surround her as well as a strong sense of how culture and class impact people’s experiences. A touching exploration of identity and culture.”—Kirkus Reviews Mia knows her family is very different than her best friend's. In the 1980s, the coastal fishing town of Prince Rupert is booming. There is plenty of sockeye salmon in the nearby ocean, which means the fishermen are happy and there is plenty of work at the cannery. Eleven-year-old Mia and her best friend,... + Read More
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Series: A Wee BooHardcover
Jessica Boyd9781459827639
$21.95JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 3 - 5
Sep 13, 2022
This heartwarming ghost story will make readers laugh out loud and sympathize with a ghost who is too cute to be scary. Wee Boo is a ghost who wants nothing more than to earn her haunting license like all the other accredited ghosts. The problem? She’s far too cute to scare anyone! She’s given one last chance, with extraordinarily low standards: Boo doesn’t need to make anyone scream or gasp or shudder, she just needs one “whoa” to earn her place as a certified ghost. But she's running out of chances and her final haunting is not going well—th... + Read More
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Series: I HopeHardcover
Monique Gray Smith9781459825932
$21.95JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 3 - 5
Sep 13, 2022
Poignant words from award-winning Indigenous author Monique Gray Smith about all the hopes adults have for the young people in their lives. The hopes we have for the children in our lives are endless. We want our young people to thrive and experience all that life has to offer, but we also feel protective of them. Using simple but powerful statements, Monique Gray Smith delivers a touching message about loving, nurturing and wishing the best for our children. Paired with Gabrielle Grimard's warm and enchanting illustrations, the message in I Ho... + Read More
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Series: I Hope / nipakosêyimonDual language (English & Plains Cree)Hardcover
Monique Gray Smith9781459833258
$21.95JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 3 - 5
Sep 13, 2022
Poignant words from award-winning Indigenous author Monique Gray Smith about all the hopes adults have for the young people in their lives. The hopes we have for the children in our lives are endless. We want our young people to thrive and experience all that life has to offer, but we also feel protective of them. Using simple but powerful statements, Monique Gray Smith delivers a touching message about loving, nurturing and wishing the best for our children. Paired with Gabrielle Grimard's warm and enchanting illustrations, the message in I Ho... + Read More
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Series: J’espèreHardcover
Monique Gray Smith9781459831933
$21.95JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 3 - 5
Sep 13, 2022
Message émouvant de l’autrice autochtone primée Monique Gray Smith au sujet de tous les espoirs que les adultes nourrissent pour les enfants de leur vie. Nous nourrissons pour nos jeunes des espoirs immenses. Nous voulons qu’ils et elles s’épanouissent et puissent profiter de toutes les expériences que la vie leur offre, mais nous tenons aussi à les protéger. Dans des mots simples, mais évocateurs, Monique Gray Smith nous communique un message touchant sur l’importance d’aimer nos enfants, d’en prendre soin et de faire ce qu’il y a de mieux pou... + Read More
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Series: Orca EchoesLark Steals the ShowPaperback
Natasha Deen9781459831575
$7.95JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 6 - 8
Sep 13, 2022
It's a good thing young sleuths Lark and Connor Ba are always prepared because mysteries find them wherever they go. Lark and Connor are excited to visit the local art gallery where some of their classmates have been invited to exhibit their paintings. But when their friend Franklin is accused of stealing Kyle's masterpiece, the twins are sure Franklin is being framed—especially because Kyle has been nothing but mean to Franklin. Now the detectives are in a race to prove their friend's innocence as they collect clues and sort through red herri... + Read More
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Series: Orca EchoesJordan and Max, Field Trip!Paperback
Suzanne Sutherland9781459831995
$7.95JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 6 - 8
Sep 13, 2022
It’s everyone’s favorite day of winter semester: the class field trip to the museum! Jordan is excited to see the mummies and Max can’t wait for his first trip to the big city without his big sisters watching over him. But when Jordan gets distracted by an extraordinary costume display and Max flies off to the depths of the Bat Cave, the group carries on to lunch without them. Before the two friends know it, their class has left the museum and they’re all alone downtown! Jordan knows they should find their classmates, but it’s hard to do the ... + Read More
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Series: Cora et les Et-siHardcover
Emily Kilgore9782764444764
$19.95JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 3 - 5
Aug 30, 2022
Cora s’inquiète pour tout et pour rien. C’est pourquoi les Et-si l’adorent. Ils s’accrochent à elle et lui soufflent à l’oreille tous les malheurs qui pourraient survenir – gros ou petits, absurdes ou terrifiants, plausibles ou invraisemblables. Alors qu’elle se prépare pour un récital de piano, les Et-si sont plus acharnés que jamais, et Cora est de plus en plus angoissée à l’idée de commettre une erreur pendant le concert. Arrivera-t-elle à remplacer ses pensées anxieuses par des pensées plus optimistes?
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Series: Tú me sostienesHardcover
Monique Gray Smith9781459835269
$19.95JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 3 - 5
Aug 16, 2022
Alentar a los niños a ofrecerse amor y apoyo entre ellos y a tener en cuenta su bienestar mutuo en sus acciones cotidianas. Asesora, conferencista internacional y autora premiada, Monique Gray Smith escribió Tú me sostienes para fomentar el diálogo entre los jóvenes, sus cuidadores y sus educadores sobre la reconciliación y la importancia de las conexiones que fraguan los niños entre ellos. Con ilustraciones vibrantes de la renombrada artista Danielle Daniel, este es un libro fundacional sobre construir relaciones, promover la empatía y alenta... + Read More
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Series: Orca AnchorCareful What You Wish ForPaperback
Mahtab Narsimhan9781459834002
$10.95YOUNG ADULT FICTION Age (years) from 12
Aug 16, 2022
A lonely teen discovers a website that grants wishes. Eshana is a bit of a social misfit. She feels more comfortable talking to people online than in person. One day she discovers a website that claims to be a safe space where young people can support each other in making their dreams come true. She starts talking with someone called Wise One. They hit it off immediately. Eshana admits to the Wise One how hard it is for her to make friends. The next day she goes to school and suddenly everyone wants to talk to her. Eshana is thrilled. But then,... + Read More
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Series: Orca Currents en FrançaisVive le poulet!Paperback
Mahtab Narsimhan9781459833227
$10.95JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 9 - 12
Aug 16, 2022
Shivani a quitté Mumbai il y a quelques mois à peine… Mais elle ne se sent plus vraiment comme une étrangère. Elle aime sa nouvelle école et elle a enfin une amie. Par contre, quand sa mère se propose pour cuisiner pour la fête-bénéfice annuelle de l’école, Shivani est sûre qu’elle deviendra la risée de tout le monde. Qu’est-ce qui arrivera si sa mère décide de préparer un de ses « plats qui puent » ? Shivani adore la cuisine indienne, mais pas question d’en manger devant ses amis. Dès son entrée dans le gymnase le jour de la fête de l’école,... + Read More
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Series: The Science of BoysHardcover
Emily Seo PhD9781926890401
$21.95YOUNG ADULT FICTION Age (years) from 12
Jun 30, 2022
Twelve-year-old science nerd Emma Sakamoto wants to reinvent herself when she starts high school. When stylish new girl Poppy asks for Emma’s help getting the attention of her crush, Cole, Emma lies and tells Poppy that she’s writing a book about the science of boys. Emma’s friend, George, offers to help Emma apply scientific principles to the mystery of getting a boyfriend. But George has an ulterior motive! Real science and enthusiasm for scientific principles are interwoven into this humorous story of friendship, family and what it means to ... + Read More
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Series: The Science of BoysPaperback
Emily Seo PhD9781926890371
$14.95YOUNG ADULT FICTION Age (years) from 12
Jun 30, 2022
Twelve-year-old science nerd Emma Sakamoto wants to reinvent herself when she starts high school. When stylish new girl Poppy asks for Emma’s help getting the attention of her crush, Cole, Emma lies and tells Poppy that she’s writing a book about the science of boys. Emma’s friend, George, offers to help Emma apply scientific principles to the mystery of getting a boyfriend. But George has an ulterior motive! Real science and enthusiasm for scientific principles are interwoven into this humorous story of friendship, family and what it means to ... + Read More
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Series: Charlotte Diamond's Animal FriendsA Collection of SongsHardcover
Charlotte Diamond9781459828940
$21.95JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 3 - 5
May 17, 2022
Award-winning singer and songwriter Charlotte Diamond brings you her very first picture-book song collection! This book will captivate children, parents, grandparents, teachers and educators already familiar with Charlotte’s songs and delight a whole new generation of readers entertained by the rhythm and whimsy of her lyrics. Throughout her career of over 35 years, songs like “Octopus (Slippery Fish)” and “Dicky Dinosaur” have become daily requests in schools and daycares around the world. Opening and closing with personal remarks from Charlot... + Read More
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Series: Orca EchoesHush, PuppyCharlie's Rules #3Paperback
Sigmund Brouwer9781459825901
$7.95JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 6 - 8
May 17, 2022
Eleven-year-old Charlie Dembinski lives by the rules he writes down in his notebook. He knows that animals behave in predictable ways and it's easy for him to understand them. What Charlie doesn’t understand is why people aren’t the same way. Faced with a swarm of bees attached to a car, a cat with an unusual lump, a large dog who eats jewelry, a little dog who’s lost his confidence, and a best friend who’s upset for reasons he doesn’t understand, Charlie is put to the test. Can his rules help solve these problems? The third book in the Charlie... + Read More
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Series: Sueño Bay AdventuresHermit HillPaperback
Nancy Deas9781459831490
$14.95JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 6 - 8
May 17, 2022
★“Deas’s expressive artwork includes the colorful landscapes and flora of Sueño Bay’s forests, from bright greens and yellows in the daytime to subdued blues and grays at night and in the rain. Atmospheric, wordless pages pack a huge punch in this book’s emotional communication. The side effects of loneliness result in magic and danger in this satisfying, relatively self-contained third entry in the ‘Sueño Bay Adventures’ series.”—School Library Journal, starred review In the small village of Sueño Bay, famous for its mysterious crystals and le... + Read More
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Series: The World Around UsOn the InternetOur First Talk About Online SafetyPaperback
Dr. Jillian Roberts9781459833661
$14.95JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) from 6 - 8
May 17, 2022
Introduce children to the basics of online safety in a story-based, conversational style. Using real-world examples set within the context of a child who is using the internet for the first time and watching an older sibling interact with social media, Dr. Roberts takes readers through several common scenarios around parental supervision, online bullying and anonymity. She also includes examples of people who use the internet to make the world a better place. On the Internet addresses common safety concerns in a child-centered way and offers e... + Read More
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Series: Orca ThinkBetter ConnectedHow Girls Are Using Social Media for GoodHardcover
Tanya Lloyd Kyi9781459828575
$24.95JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) from 9 - 12
May 17, 2022
The online world has real dangers, but girls around the world are using social media to create positive change and practice good digital citizenship. You've probably seen media stories about the ways girls interact online, with headlines like "Depression in Girls Linked to Higher Use of Social Media," or "Half of Girls Are Bullied on Social Media." Better Connected focuses on the less-recognized and positive aspects of the online experiences of girls. From environmental activism to gun control, immigration policy to education access, girls are ... + Read More
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Series: Managing Student BehaviorHow to identify, understand, and defuse challenging classroom situationsPaperback
Marsha Costello9781551383552
$28.95EDUCATION
Apr 20, 2022
Managing Student Behavior provides an in-depth understanding of student behavior, including identifying factors that trigger and maintain negative, disruptive actions and attitudes. It provides an overview of appropriate reinforcement, which is fundamental in making positive behavior changes, and highlights many effective, evidence-based strategies that support permanent change. Real-life examples and anecdotes throughout the book illustrate a variety of classroom challenges, as well as strategies used to support positive change in each scenari... + Read More
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Series: I Make SpaceBoard book
Sara Cassidy9781459832022
$10.95JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 0 - 2
Apr 12, 2022
This uniquely illustrated board book follows a young bunny through their day while they make space for themselves and others, delivering a straightforward but impactful message about boundaries and consent. Inspired by the idea of teaching very young children how to maintain social distance, I Make Space evolved into a way of demonstrating the concept of personal space and how to recognize their own needs and the needs of others—because everyone needs space sometimes, even the people that love us the most. Written by award-winning author Sara C... + Read More
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Series: Quiet, Please!Hardcover
Russ Willms9781459826021
$21.95JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 3 - 5
Apr 12, 2022
Junior the giraffe is just looking for a nice quiet place to read his book. But there is one problem (actually, five problems): Junior’s brothers and sisters are the noisiest giraffes in the jungle! Whether it’s band practice, family singalongs or just really loud burping, Junior can’t escape the noise of his sonorous siblings! In an act of desperation, he finally discovers the one thing that will keep them quiet: reading his book out loud. Written and illustrated by award-winning author Russ Willms, Quiet, Please! is sure to become a favorite ... + Read More
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Series: The Three Bears and GoldilocksHardcover
Bee Waeland9781459833852
$19.95JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 3 - 5
Apr 12, 2022
What if Goldilocks was held accountable for her actions? In this graphic retelling of the fairy tale "Goldilocks and the Three Bears," author/illustrator Bee Waeland reimagines the story of a self-involved little girl who commits a crime and is arrested for breaking and entering. Having tracked deer poo into the Bear family’s house, broken a number of things, eaten all their porridge and fallen asleep in Baby Bear's bed, the family comes home and calls the authorities. Told without words, readers of all ages will delight in this hilarious and v... + Read More
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Series: Orca CurrentsProject BollywoodPaperback
Mahtab Narsimhan9781459832114
$10.95JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 9 - 12
Apr 12, 2022
Salman loves Hindi movies and wants to produce a short Bollywood film for his school project. He gathers his friends when he's ready with the script, which is a mashup of all the movies he has ever seen. As director, Salman insists everyone follows the script exactly. But it's full of stereotypes and the cast and crew are not shy about expressing their concerns. Salman wants to remain true to the Bollywood model for his film but when his entire cast threatens to walk out, he has to decide whether to stand firm or find a way to collaborate.
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Series: Orca SoundingsSulfur HeartPaperback
Brooke Carter9781459831605
$10.95YOUNG ADULT FICTION Age (years) from 12
Apr 12, 2022
Will’s father was just found dead in a pile of sulfur. He was a retired cop who'd been working as a night security guard at the SulCorp sulfur mill. Now, to determine if his death was a tragic accident or something more sinister, Will must return to the place he swore he'd never set foot in again. Hope is a little town struggling in the shadow of a major metropolis, haunted by a history of death, violence and crime. And then there’s the girl Will never thought he’d see again, Eve. But falling back in love with her isn’t the only complication he... + Read More
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Series: On the LinePaperback
Paul Coccia9781459827134
$12.95JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 9 - 12
Mar 15, 2022
Thirteen-year-old basketball star Jordan Ryker feels like his life is falling apart. All Jordie wanted was for his parents to stop fighting. Soon, he gets his wish. His parents separate and then his dad announces he’s gay. Shocked, Jordie struggles with how to process all this. His dad taught him everything he knows about basketball, and there’s an important championship game coming up. He needs him more than ever. But Jordie feels like his dad has abandoned his family. He doesn’t want anything to do with him now and he definitely doesn't want ... + Read More
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Series: It’s Me, Henry!Hardcover
Stéphanie Deslauriers9781459830837
$19.95JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 3 - 5
Mar 15, 2022
Henry marches to the beat of his own green thumb in this gentle picture book about a boy on the autism spectrum. Henry doesn't remember to raise his hand and he prefers to call plants by their proper Latin names, much to the frustration of his classmates. Most days, Henry doesn't notice how different he is from the other kids in his grade, but some days, he does. On those days, he finds refuge under the shade of the Salix babylonica (willow tree) or in the school counselor's office or at his very favorite place in the world: the local botanical... + Read More
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Series: Orca EchoesFire on the MountainPaperback
Pamela McDowell9781459826144
$7.95JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 6 - 8
Mar 15, 2022
Lightning sparks a forest fire deep in the mountains near the town of Waterton. Days later, the sky is blue and the air is clear, so it doesn’t seem like an emergency, until crews of firefighters begin to arrive and townspeople start to prepare. Cricket and her friends watch deer and birds flee the forest and run right through town. But what about the slower animals? What about the porcupines and squirrels, the salamanders and snakes? Cricket searches for a way to help until the fire surprises everyone by quickly switching directions and racin... + Read More
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Series: Orca EchoesLark Has the ShiversPaperback
Natasha Deen9781459826052
$7.95JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 6 - 8
Mar 15, 2022
The summer is for sleuthing, and Lark and Connor have been served a double helping! It's time for the annual pet fair and the twins have been hard at work teaching their dog, Max, some new tricks. But on their way to the fairgrounds, they're offered not one, but two intriguing cases. Pets from the pet show have gone missing and their guardians are blaming each other for the disappearances. Meanwhile, Lark and Connor's frenemy, Sophie, thinks her house might be haunted and refuses to go inside. The twins split up to solve the mysteries, but can... + Read More
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Series: It's A Hit!Paperback
Arin Cole Barth9781999156299
$14.95JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 9 - 12
Mar 01, 2022
Wil never expected to end up at baseball camp instead of his beloved theater camp with all his nerdy friends. When he came out as trans, his well-meaning father was so excited to share his own boyhood love of baseball that Wil didn’t have the heart to say no. Taylor looks forward to camp every summer, eager to get on the pitching mound and be immersed in his favorite sport. He feels a disconnect between his flamboyant, queer family and the sporty community he thrives in. During camp, Wil and Taylor connect over family, growing up, and geeking o... + Read More
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Series: Metatron's ChildrenMetatron's ChildrenPaperback
Chy Ryan Spain9781999156275
$14.95JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 9 - 12
Mar 01, 2022
Meet Yren: a 12 year-old Black, non-binary kid growing up in the safety of The Village during the time After the Fall. Yren never wanted to be special, but the Universe had other plans. Together with their sibling Augi, Yren navigates the development of their unusual extra-sensory abilities and their feelings of grief and guilt following a tragic accident that takes their parents. Exploring these strange and exciting new powers will take Yren outside the safety of the life they’ve known and into a perilous adventure. The journey begins here, in... + Read More
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Series: Lentil SoupHardcover
Carole Tremblay9781459827011
$19.95JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 6 - 8
Oct 12, 2021
Who knew a simple bowl of soup could be so interesting? When a younger brother decides his soup is too hot to eat, he starts peppering his older brother with questions: Where do lentils come from? What are those white things? Why is it called celery? One question leads to another and another and another, and the older brother answers them all with humor and dwindling patience. Through questions, jokes and riddles, we learn about lentils, tomatoes, salt, pepper and everything else we need to make a good lentil soup, including a recipe for reader... + Read More
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Series: Sorry For Your LossPaperback
Joanne Levy9781459827073
$12.95JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 9 - 12
Oct 12, 2021
★ “A heartfelt and expertly written tale of loss, family, and friendship that will have readers blinking back their tears…Beautiful and sincere.”—Kirkus Reviews, starred review Evie Walman is not obsessed with death. She does think about it a lot, though, but only because her family runs a Jewish funeral home. At twelve, Evie already knows she’s going to be a funeral director when she grows up. So what if the kids at school call her “corpse girl” and say she smells like death? They’re just mean and don’t get how important it is to have someone ... + Read More
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Series: Guardians of PorthavenPaperback
Shane Arbuthnott9781459827042
$14.95JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 9 - 12
Sep 14, 2021
On his fifteenth birthday, Malcolm Gravenhurst is preparing to take on the mantle of Guardian, like many Gravenhursts before him. The Guardians are tasked with defending the city of Porthaven, and his family is the only one to possess the superpowers necessary to battle the frequent alien invasions of robotic klek. But power has brought the Gravenhursts more than just responsibility—it has also brought them fame and wealth. When Malcolm meets some teens living and working in secret, he learns that underneath their heroic facade, the Gravenhurst... + Read More
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Series: Teen AstronautsHouston, Is There A Problem?Teen Astronauts #1Paperback
Eric Walters9781459828735
$10.95JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 9 - 12
Sep 14, 2021
Thirteen-year-old Houston Williams is smart. Very smart. So no one is surprised when he earns a scholarship to attend a prestigious NASA space camp. At the training facility he immediately bonds with his new team, including a girl named Teal. He also clashes with a girl on a rival team named Ashley, who matches or beats him in every exercise. The three of them impress the directors so much they are invited to join a top-secret research project that studies how space travel affects people of different ages. But only two of them will actually be ... + Read More
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Series: Orca EchoesJordan and Max, ShowtimePaperback
Suzanne Sutherland9781459826953
$7.95JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 6 - 8
Sep 14, 2021
Jordan had a tough time with the other kids at his old school. So, on his first day at Massey Elementary, he has a plan: to be absolutely invisible. His new classmates don't need to know that his grandmother is his best friend or that they put on shows together dressing up in elaborate costumes each night in their apartment. When he's forced to pair up with Max, a loud-mouthed loner with a love for Hawaiian shirts, Jordan's cover of invisibility threatens to be blown completely. But with the help of his partner's unique artistic vision, Jordan ... + Read More
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Series: Orca EchoesRuff DayCharlie's Rules #2Paperback
Sigmund Brouwer9781459825895
$7.95JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 6 - 8
Sep 14, 2021
Is a puppy more important than a science project? Charlie knows how to make his group science project an organized success. But his best friend, Amy, would rather it be fun and gross. And their other partner, Jenna, is too worried about why her puppy keeps attacking her mom to think about their project at all. Charlie and Amy want to help Jenna, but what they don’t realize is that the puppy isn’t trying to hurt anyone: he’s trying to save someone! Can the kids figure out what he’s trying to tell them before it’s too late and will Charlie ever g... + Read More