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The magical reality of Nadia

Yūsuf, Bāsim, 1974-


"Inspired by the author's . . . experiences, this . . . novel follows sixth grade Egyptian immigrant Nadia as she navigates the ups and downs of friendships, racism, and some magic, too!
Date Published:2021

Knight of the cape

Jennings, Terry Catasús


Includes an excerpt from the next book in the series, Captain Dom's Treasure. All Dominguita wants to do is read. Especially the books in Spanish that Abuela gave to her just before she moved away. They were classics that Abuela and Dominguita read together, classics her abuela brought with her all the way from Cuba when she was a young girl. It helps Dominguita feel like Abuela's still there with her. One of her favorites, Don Quixote, tells of a brave knight errant who tries to do good deeds. Dominguita decides that she, too, will become a knight and do good deeds around her community, creating a grand adventure for her to share with her abuela. And when the class bully tells Dominguita that girls can't be knights, Dom is determined to prove him wrong. With a team of new friends, can Dominguita learn how to be the hero of her own story?
Date Published:2021

Includes an excerpt from the next book in the series, Captain Dom's Treasure. All Dominguita wants to do is read. Especially the books in Spanish that Abuela gave to her just before she moved away. They were classics that Abuela and Dominguita read together, classics her abuela brought with her all the way from Cuba when she was a young girl. It helps Dominguita feel like Abuela's still there with her. One of her favorites, Don Quixote, tells of a brave knight errant who tries to do good deeds. Dominguita decides that she, too, will become a knight and do good deeds around her community, creating a grand adventure for her to share with her abuela. And when the class bully tells Dominguita that girls can't be knights, Dom is determined to prove him wrong. With a team of new friends, can Dominguita learn how to be the hero of her own story?

Date Published:2021

Clan

Brouwer, Sigmund, 1959-,


The classic survival story gets a prehistoric twist in this gripping middle-grade adventure featuring a boy and his sabre tooth tiger cub, perfect for fans of Hatchet. Part survival story, part animal-human friendship story and part redemption story, Clan follows the journey of Atlatl and the saber tooth cub he rescued from a dire wolf attack. When Atlatl brings Cub back to his Clan, it begins a series of events that end with Atlatl being banished -- the worst possible punishment for any Clan member. Without the protection of the group, a single person is all but helpless in the face of predators like the short-nosed bear, dire wolves and cheetahs. And Atlatl is even more vulnerable because of a childhood injury to his leg. But before the Clan can leave him behind, disaster strikes, and Atlatl has to rely on his wits, his ingenuity and his bravery to face the biggest foe yet and try to save what remains of his Clan.
Date Published:2020

The classic survival story gets a prehistoric twist in this gripping middle-grade adventure featuring a boy and his sabre tooth tiger cub, perfect for fans of Hatchet. Part survival story, part animal-human friendship story and part redemption story, Clan follows the journey of Atlatl and the saber tooth cub he rescued from a dire wolf attack. When Atlatl brings Cub back to his Clan, it begins a series of events that end with Atlatl being banished -- the worst possible punishment for any Clan member. Without the protection of the group, a single person is all but helpless in the face of predators like the short-nosed bear, dire wolves and cheetahs. And Atlatl is even more vulnerable because of a childhood injury to his leg. But before the Clan can leave him behind, disaster strikes, and Atlatl has to rely on his wits, his ingenuity and his bravery to face the biggest foe yet and try to save what remains of his Clan.

Date Published:2020

From caterpillar to butterfly

Morgan, Sally


Includes index.
Date Published:2006

Hyena vs. honey badger

Pallotta, Jerry,


Contains facts about the hyena and honey badger, comparing such aspects as their sizes, brain structure, and abilities.
Date Published:2018

PAWS. 5, The trouble with Leo /

Fairbairn, Nathan


"After an unfortunate run-in with a boy from class, the PAWS girls find themselves locked in an escalating turf war with his competing dog walking business SCAMPS"--Provided by publisher.
Date Published:2026

A kid like me

Feuti, Norm,


"Ethan doesn't want to stand out, he just wants to fit in. But fitting in is tough when your peers call out your ancient cell phone, busted backpack, and discount clothing. To make matters worse, his best friend, Ricky, insists on hanging out with a group of guys who just don't get him ... they're more interested in playing pranks than playing his favorite card game Bio Battle. Things start looking up, though, when Ethan befriends Aiden, a new kid in school, but it's only matter of time before even that goes sideways. Can Ethan figure out where he belongs without forgetting who he is and who he wants to be?"--Provided by publisher.
Date Published:2026

"Ethan doesn't want to stand out, he just wants to fit in. But fitting in is tough when your peers call out your ancient cell phone, busted backpack, and discount clothing. To make matters worse, his best friend, Ricky, insists on hanging out with a group of guys who just don't get him ... they're more interested in playing pranks than playing his favorite card game Bio Battle. Things start looking up, though, when Ethan befriends Aiden, a new kid in school, but it's only matter of time before even that goes sideways. Can Ethan figure out where he belongs without forgetting who he is and who he wants to be?"--Provided by publisher.

Date Published:2026

Alone

Freeman, Megan E.


A novel-in-verse telling the story of a young girl who wakes up one day to find herself utterly alone in her small Colorado town. When twelve-year-old Maddie hatches a scheme for a secret sleepover with her two best friends, she ends up waking up to a nightmare. She's alone--left behind in a town that has been mysteriously evacuated and abandoned. With no one to rely on, no power, and no working phone lines or internet access, Maddie slowly learns to survive on her own. Her only companions are a Rottweiler named George and all the books she can read. After a rough start, Maddie learns to trust her own ingenuity and invents clever ways to survive in a place that has been deserted and forgotten. As months pass, she escapes natural disasters, looters, and wild animals. But Maddie's most formidable enemy is the crushing loneliness she faces every day. Can Maddie's stubborn will to survive carry her through the most frightening experience of her life?
Date Published:2021

A novel-in-verse telling the story of a young girl who wakes up one day to find herself utterly alone in her small Colorado town. When twelve-year-old Maddie hatches a scheme for a secret sleepover with her two best friends, she ends up waking up to a nightmare. She's alone--left behind in a town that has been mysteriously evacuated and abandoned. With no one to rely on, no power, and no working phone lines or internet access, Maddie slowly learns to survive on her own. Her only companions are a Rottweiler named George and all the books she can read. After a rough start, Maddie learns to trust her own ingenuity and invents clever ways to survive in a place that has been deserted and forgotten. As months pass, she escapes natural disasters, looters, and wild animals. But Maddie's most formidable enemy is the crushing loneliness she faces every day. Can Maddie's stubborn will to survive carry her through the most frightening experience of her life?

Date Published:2021

I survived the California wildfires, 2018 : the graphic novel

Ball, Georgia,


"Still reeling from the life-changing challenges that propelled him and his mother across the country, Josh finds solace in the California wilderness and in the newfound friendship with his cousin Holly. But on a trip into the nearby forest, Josh and Holly suddenly find themselves in the middle of a frighteningly powerful firestorm, one which threatens to burn down everything in its path. Josh needs to confront the family issues burning him up inside, but first he'll have to survive the flames roaring all around him"--
Date Published:2026

"Still reeling from the life-changing challenges that propelled him and his mother across the country, Josh finds solace in the California wilderness and in the newfound friendship with his cousin Holly. But on a trip into the nearby forest, Josh and Holly suddenly find themselves in the middle of a frighteningly powerful firestorm, one which threatens to burn down everything in its path. Josh needs to confront the family issues burning him up inside, but first he'll have to survive the flames roaring all around him"--

Date Published:2026

Forbidden city

Ponti, James,


After taking down a mole within their organization, the City Spies are ready for their next mission—once again using their unique skills and ability to infiltrate places adults can’t. The sinister Umbra has their sights set on recruiting a North Korean nuclear physicist by any means necessary, and the City Spies plan to keep an eye on his son by sending Paris to the chess prodigy’s tournaments in Moscow and Beijing. Meanwhile, Sydney’s embedded as a junior reporter for a teen lifestyle site as she follows the daughter of a British billionaire on tour with the biggest act on her father’s music label to uncover what links both the band and the billionaire have to a recent threat from an old Soviet missile base. From a daring break-in at one of London’s most exclusive homes to a dangerous undercover mission to a desperate search and rescue operation on the streets of Beijing, the City Spies have their work cut out for them on their most dangerous mission yet.
Date Published:2023

After taking down a mole within their organization, the City Spies are ready for their next mission—once again using their unique skills and ability to infiltrate places adults can’t. The sinister Umbra has their sights set on recruiting a North Korean nuclear physicist by any means necessary, and the City Spies plan to keep an eye on his son by sending Paris to the chess prodigy’s tournaments in Moscow and Beijing. Meanwhile, Sydney’s embedded as a junior reporter for a teen lifestyle site as she follows the daughter of a British billionaire on tour with the biggest act on her father’s music label to uncover what links both the band and the billionaire have to a recent threat from an old Soviet missile base. From a daring break-in at one of London’s most exclusive homes to a dangerous undercover mission to a desperate search and rescue operation on the streets of Beijing, the City Spies have their work cut out for them on their most dangerous mission yet.

Date Published:2023

Sticking to the facts : 10 ways to fight misinformation

Craigie, Gregor.


These days, finding information is a simple click away. But how can you tell if what you're reading is true or false? Or if it's fact versus fiction? With fake news on the rise, fighting misinformation is more important than ever. But spreading false information isn't only a product of the internet era--the human tendency to lie or mislead has been around as long as we've been sharing stories. Did you know that the New York Sun printed articles about life on the moon in 1835 that were completely false just to sell papers? Or that a fake article claiming that American politician Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez wanted to create a "nationwide motorcycle ban" was shared more than 6000 times? Discover well-known episodes of misinformation throughout history. Read about real examples of fake news and learn how to spot it with ten concrete actions, including how to investigate a source, weigh the evidence, ask the experts and look in the mirror to check your own bias.
Date Published:2026

These days, finding information is a simple click away. But how can you tell if what you're reading is true or false? Or if it's fact versus fiction? With fake news on the rise, fighting misinformation is more important than ever. But spreading false information isn't only a product of the internet era--the human tendency to lie or mislead has been around as long as we've been sharing stories. Did you know that the New York Sun printed articles about life on the moon in 1835 that were completely false just to sell papers? Or that a fake article claiming that American politician Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez wanted to create a "nationwide motorcycle ban" was shared more than 6000 times? Discover well-known episodes of misinformation throughout history. Read about real examples of fake news and learn how to spot it with ten concrete actions, including how to investigate a source, weigh the evidence, ask the experts and look in the mirror to check your own bias.

Date Published:2026

Feeling your feelings : the head-to-toe science of emotions

Kyi, Tanya Lloyd, 1973-


Have you ever wanted to know why you giggle and whether your gut really has feelings? This is the book for you! Feeling Your Feelings is an empowering, interdisciplinary look at how, why, and where humans feel emotions, structured as a fun toe-to-head tour through the human body. In prolific, award-winning author Tanya Lloyd Kyi's signature funny, frank tone, the book explores: - scientific theories about where in the body our emotions "happen" (hint: it's not just the brain!) - why we have bodily reactions to some feelings, like why anger makes us want to stomp our feet and why fear leads to goosebumps - how our brains try to guide us as we process our feelings - traditional cultural beliefs about how to soothe emotions that still work today - cutting-edge scientific research about how to handle big feelings More fun than an ordinary look at feelings, this from-the-feet-up mix of science, history and cultural studies will empower kids to understand their emotions and practice self-regulation. The practical, friendly tone paired with funny cartoon illustrations by Phil Nicholls makes this a book kids will want to pick up on their own.
Date Published:2025

Have you ever wanted to know why you giggle and whether your gut really has feelings? This is the book for you! Feeling Your Feelings is an empowering, interdisciplinary look at how, why, and where humans feel emotions, structured as a fun toe-to-head tour through the human body. In prolific, award-winning author Tanya Lloyd Kyi's signature funny, frank tone, the book explores: - scientific theories about where in the body our emotions "happen" (hint: it's not just the brain!) - why we have bodily reactions to some feelings, like why anger makes us want to stomp our feet and why fear leads to goosebumps - how our brains try to guide us as we process our feelings - traditional cultural beliefs about how to soothe emotions that still work today - cutting-edge scientific research about how to handle big feelings More fun than an ordinary look at feelings, this from-the-feet-up mix of science, history and cultural studies will empower kids to understand their emotions and practice self-regulation. The practical, friendly tone paired with funny cartoon illustrations by Phil Nicholls makes this a book kids will want to pick up on their own.

Date Published:2025

Refugee : the graphic novel

Gratz, Alan, 1972-


Although separated by continents and decades, Josef, a Jewish boy livng in 1930s Nazi Germany; Isabel, a Cuban girl trying to escape the riots and unrest plaguing her country in 1994; and Mahmoud, a Syrian boy in 2015 whose homeland is torn apart by violence and destruction, embark on harrowing journeys in search of refuge, discovering shocking connections that tie their stories together.
Date Published:2025

Golden Gate

Ponti, James,


Rebel surfer-turned-field ops specialist Sydney finds herself in hot water while undercover on a marine research vessel, while her City Spies teammates investigate a suspected mole.
Date Published:2021

The Baby-sitters club. 19, Dawn on the coast /

Crenshaw, Ellen T.,


Dawn can't wait for her trip to California. Aside from all the sun and fun, it's her first visit since her brother, Jeff, moved back to live with their dad. California is better than Dawn ever remembered it. The beaches are beautiful, the local theme park is a blast, and Dawn is enjoying all her favorite foods. Plus, Dawn's best friend, Sunny, has even started her own baby-sitting club! Things are going so well that Dawn begins to wonder if she might want to stay in California with her dad and Jeff. Dawn is a California girl at heart, but could she really leave Stoneybrook -- and her mom and The Baby-sitters Club -- for good?
Date Published:2026

Dawn can't wait for her trip to California. Aside from all the sun and fun, it's her first visit since her brother, Jeff, moved back to live with their dad. California is better than Dawn ever remembered it. The beaches are beautiful, the local theme park is a blast, and Dawn is enjoying all her favorite foods. Plus, Dawn's best friend, Sunny, has even started her own baby-sitting club! Things are going so well that Dawn begins to wonder if she might want to stay in California with her dad and Jeff. Dawn is a California girl at heart, but could she really leave Stoneybrook -- and her mom and The Baby-sitters Club -- for good?

Date Published:2026

J vs. K

Alexander, Kwame,


Two ten-year-olds must decide whether they should join forces to create an unbeatable duo that is sure to win their school's annual creative storytelling contest.
Date Published:2025

The journey continues

Layton, T. Z.,


The continuing story of Leo K. Doyle, now on the roster of England's Youth Premier League's U14 Lewisham Knights soccer squad and having to manage his school, sports and social life away from his Ohio home.
Date Published:2025

The poisoned king

Rundell, Katherine,


Colour maps on endpapers. Christopher Forrester had been dreaming of going back to the Archipelago, the secret cluster of islands where all the creatures of myth still live. But when he arrives, there is a poison spreading in the Archipelago. Rooting it out will involve a daring rescue mission on the back of a sphinx, a stealthy entrance to a dragon’s lair, and a death-defying plan to save a prisoner held in the heart of a castle. At the center of this storm is Anya: a small girl with a flock of birds at her side, a new-hatched chick in her pocket, and a ravenous hunger for justice.
Date Published:2025

Colour maps on endpapers. Christopher Forrester had been dreaming of going back to the Archipelago, the secret cluster of islands where all the creatures of myth still live. But when he arrives, there is a poison spreading in the Archipelago. Rooting it out will involve a daring rescue mission on the back of a sphinx, a stealthy entrance to a dragon’s lair, and a death-defying plan to save a prisoner held in the heart of a castle. At the center of this storm is Anya: a small girl with a flock of birds at her side, a new-hatched chick in her pocket, and a ravenous hunger for justice.

Date Published:2025

Ready, cassette, go!

Sitter, Jarett,


Welcome to Cassette City, the coolest place full of arcades, skate parks, monster movie marathons, and music. On cassette tape, of course! When a wisecracking racoon, a sentient mushroom, and a robot with big feelings recruit the stand-offish new girl Melody Li to help them win the Battle of the Bands, Melody might just learn that these misfit musicians are actually the friends she really needs. After all, life is better when you band together!
Date Published:2026

Welcome to Cassette City, the coolest place full of arcades, skate parks, monster movie marathons, and music. On cassette tape, of course! When a wisecracking racoon, a sentient mushroom, and a robot with big feelings recruit the stand-offish new girl Melody Li to help them win the Battle of the Bands, Melody might just learn that these misfit musicians are actually the friends she really needs. After all, life is better when you band together!

Date Published:2026

I survived Hurricane Katrina, 2005

Ball, Georgia,


"Based on the novel in the New York times bestselling series by Lauren Tarshis." "The graphic novel"--Front cover. "Middle grade, ages 8 through 12"--Back cover. In this graphic novel adaptation, Barry's family tries to evacuate before Hurricane Katrina hits their home in New Orleans. But when Barry's little sister gets terribly sick, they're forced to stay home and wait out the storm. At first, Katrina doesn't seem to be as bad as predicted. But overnight the levees break, and Barry's world is literally torn apart. He's swept away by the floodwaters, away from his family. Can he survive the storm of the century--alone?
Date Published:2022

"Based on the novel in the New York times bestselling series by Lauren Tarshis." "The graphic novel"--Front cover. "Middle grade, ages 8 through 12"--Back cover. In this graphic novel adaptation, Barry's family tries to evacuate before Hurricane Katrina hits their home in New Orleans. But when Barry's little sister gets terribly sick, they're forced to stay home and wait out the storm. At first, Katrina doesn't seem to be as bad as predicted. But overnight the levees break, and Barry's world is literally torn apart. He's swept away by the floodwaters, away from his family. Can he survive the storm of the century--alone?

Date Published:2022