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"Help Me, Mr. Mutt!"

Stevens, Janet



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Magnus Chase 3: The Ship of the Dead

Dashner, Ruth


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Magnus Chase #01 The Sword of Summer

Riordan, Rick


Magnus Chase has seen his share of trouble. Ever since that terrible night two years ago when his mother told him to run, he has lived alone on the streets of Boston, surviving by his wits, staying one step ahead of the police and the truant officers. One day, Magnus learns that someone else is trying to track him down—his uncle Randolph, a man his mother had always warned him about. When Magnus tries to outmaneuver his uncle, he falls right into his clutches. Randolph starts rambling about Norse history and Magnus's birthright: a weapon that has been lost for thousands of years.
Date Published:2015

Magnus Chase has seen his share of trouble. Ever since that terrible night two years ago when his mother told him to run, he has lived alone on the streets of Boston, surviving by his wits, staying one step ahead of the police and the truant officers. One day, Magnus learns that someone else is trying to track him down—his uncle Randolph, a man his mother had always warned him about. When Magnus tries to outmaneuver his uncle, he falls right into his clutches. Randolph starts rambling about Norse history and Magnus's birthright: a weapon that has been lost for thousands of years.

Date Published:2015

Magnus Chase 2: The Hammer of Thor

Riordan, Rick,


"Thor's hammer is missing again. The thunder god has a disturbing habit of misplacing his weapon--the mightiest force in the Nine Worlds. But this time the hammer isn't just lost, it has fallen into enemy hands. If Magnus Chase and his friends can't retrieve the hammer quickly, the mortal worlds will be defenseless against an onslaught of giants. Ragnarok will begin. The Nine Worlds will burn. Unfortunately, the only person who can broker a deal for the hammer's return is the gods' worst enemy, Loki--and the price he wants is very high. Magnus Chase, a homeless boy living in Boston, finds out he is the son of a Norse god.--"
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"Thor's hammer is missing again. The thunder god has a disturbing habit of misplacing his weapon--the mightiest force in the Nine Worlds. But this time the hammer isn't just lost, it has fallen into enemy hands. If Magnus Chase and his friends can't retrieve the hammer quickly, the mortal worlds will be defenseless against an onslaught of giants. Ragnarok will begin. The Nine Worlds will burn. Unfortunately, the only person who can broker a deal for the hammer's return is the gods' worst enemy, Loki--and the price he wants is very high. Magnus Chase, a homeless boy living in Boston, finds out he is the son of a Norse god.--"

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Clash

Miller, Kayla


"There's a new kid in town! From the moment Natasha steps into class, it's clear she's one of the coolest kids in sixth grade..."
Date Published:2021

Making Friends: Back to the Drawing Board

Gudsnuk, Kristen


"Dany creates a magical duplicate of herself to help with homework and making friends, but it gets complicated when they accidentally let loose a Hinn (sort of like a genie, only it doesn't grant wishes!). And with the big school dance coming up, time is running out to set things right in the town. But when Dany's high school bully, Nick Maloney, befriends the Hinn and shows up at the dance using its magical powers to control the evening, the only thing left to do is save the day! Sigh . . . Again."
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"Dany creates a magical duplicate of herself to help with homework and making friends, but it gets complicated when they accidentally let loose a Hinn (sort of like a genie, only it doesn't grant wishes!). And with the big school dance coming up, time is running out to set things right in the town. But when Dany's high school bully, Nick Maloney, befriends the Hinn and shows up at the dance using its magical powers to control the evening, the only thing left to do is save the day! Sigh . . . Again."

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George

Gino, Alex



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When Morning Comes

Hirschi, Ron


A look into the world of animals who come out after sunrise.
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When Night Comes

Hirschi, Ron


A look into the world of animals who come out after sunset.
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Animal Eyes How creatures see and how their eyes have adapted to their world

VULPE, Francoise


"Imagine being able to see in ultraviolet wavelengths, or finding your next meal in near darkness, or being able to rotate your eyes independently so you can see nearly everything around you without moving your head. These are just a few of the incredible adaptations animal's have made to help them survive and thrive in their habitats. " 2024 Forest of Reading.
Date Published:2023

The Boy who Woke the Sun

A.T. Woodley


"A thrilling and empowering middle grade fantasy quest with serious themes of protecting the environment that is perfect for young readers! "" a BEAUTIFUL book that made us feel as though we had pulled one of our favourite classics off the shelf!"" - Alan Barillaro, Academy Award winning filmmaker of Piper ""In clear language that steers the young reader clearly through the complicated plot, the author has created an utterly compelling and believable other world The appealing hero and his hilarious octopus friend are memorable characters, and the serious environmental theme is balanced by the story's humor and joy "" - Kit Pearson, Governor General's Award winning author and member of the Order of Canada Eleven-year-old Elliot is having a dismal pandemic summer when suddenly he's caught in the bubble of one of his own scary dreams He is transported to another world - a world controlled by evil butterflies, where the sun no longer shines Along with his octopus sidekick, Elliot discovers the reason for these butterflies-gone-wrong, and realizes that things must be set right if he is ever to find his way home As Eliot realizes that he has the power to effect the things that have been causing him anxiety - the environment and protecting life on Earth - he understands there is a way to start change in both this world and in his home An epic middle-grade fantasy quest about discovering the true path to empowerment and a better world A T Woodley has created a believable fantasy world supported with spot illustrations from acclaimed illustrator" 2024 Forest of Reading.
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"A thrilling and empowering middle grade fantasy quest with serious themes of protecting the environment that is perfect for young readers! "" a BEAUTIFUL book that made us feel as though we had pulled one of our favourite classics off the shelf!"" - Alan Barillaro, Academy Award winning filmmaker of Piper ""In clear language that steers the young reader clearly through the complicated plot, the author has created an utterly compelling and believable other world The appealing hero and his hilarious octopus friend are memorable characters, and the serious environmental theme is balanced by the story's humor and joy "" - Kit Pearson, Governor General's Award winning author and member of the Order of Canada Eleven-year-old Elliot is having a dismal pandemic summer when suddenly he's caught in the bubble of one of his own scary dreams He is transported to another world - a world controlled by evil butterflies, where the sun no longer shines Along with his octopus sidekick, Elliot discovers the reason for these butterflies-gone-wrong, and realizes that things must be set right if he is ever to find his way home As Eliot realizes that he has the power to effect the things that have been causing him anxiety - the environment and protecting life on Earth - he understands there is a way to start change in both this world and in his home An epic middle-grade fantasy quest about discovering the true path to empowerment and a better world A T Woodley has created a believable fantasy world supported with spot illustrations from acclaimed illustrator" 2024 Forest of Reading.

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Tadpoles

Matt James


"One rainy morning, a father and son bond over a walk through a field full of freshly formed ponds teeming with tadpoles. In this tender reflection on the fleeting rhythms of the natural world and the enduring love of family, a boy and his father spend a morning exploring an ephemeral pond, a delicate nursery formed by rainfall, perfect for sheltering tadpoles from predators as they grow. The boy’s father doesn’t live with him anymore, and the ponds may only be temporary, but together they make memories that just might last a lifetime. " 2024 Forest of ReadingSilver Birch Express Nominee.
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"One rainy morning, a father and son bond over a walk through a field full of freshly formed ponds teeming with tadpoles. In this tender reflection on the fleeting rhythms of the natural world and the enduring love of family, a boy and his father spend a morning exploring an ephemeral pond, a delicate nursery formed by rainfall, perfect for sheltering tadpoles from predators as they grow. The boy’s father doesn’t live with him anymore, and the ponds may only be temporary, but together they make memories that just might last a lifetime. " 2024 Forest of ReadingSilver Birch Express Nominee.

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The Secret Pocket

Peggy Janicki


"“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 forbidden and the nuns and priest were always watching, ready to punish. Mary and the other girls had a genius drawing on the knowledge from their mothers, aunts and grandmothers who were all master sewers, the girls would sew hidden pockets in their clothes to hide food. They secretly gathered materials and sewed at nighttime, then used their pockets to hide apples, carrots and pieces of bread to share with the younger girls. Based on the author's mother's experience at residential school, The Secret Pocket is a story of survival and resilience in the face of genocide and cruelty. But it's also a celebration of quiet resistance to the injustice of residential schools and how the sewing skills passed down through generations of Indigenous women gave these girls a future, stitch by stitch." 2024 Forest of Reading Silver Birch Express .
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"“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 forbidden and the nuns and priest were always watching, ready to punish. Mary and the other girls had a genius drawing on the knowledge from their mothers, aunts and grandmothers who were all master sewers, the girls would sew hidden pockets in their clothes to hide food. They secretly gathered materials and sewed at nighttime, then used their pockets to hide apples, carrots and pieces of bread to share with the younger girls. Based on the author's mother's experience at residential school, The Secret Pocket is a story of survival and resilience in the face of genocide and cruelty. But it's also a celebration of quiet resistance to the injustice of residential schools and how the sewing skills passed down through generations of Indigenous women gave these girls a future, stitch by stitch." 2024 Forest of Reading Silver Birch Express .

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Rock? Plant? Animal? How Nature Keeps Us Guessing

Etta Kaner


"An interactive guessing game featuring nature’s most unusual adaptations and characteristics Can you tell the difference between a rock, a plant, and an animal? While it might sound simple, the vast diversity of life on earth can throw us some serious curveballs! Sometimes, what looks like a plant is actually an animal. Other times, what looks like an animal is actually a plant! Even things that look like living creatures can turn out to be unique rocks. " 2024 Forest of ReadingSilver Birch Express Nominee, 2024.
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"An interactive guessing game featuring nature’s most unusual adaptations and characteristics Can you tell the difference between a rock, a plant, and an animal? While it might sound simple, the vast diversity of life on earth can throw us some serious curveballs! Sometimes, what looks like a plant is actually an animal. Other times, what looks like an animal is actually a plant! Even things that look like living creatures can turn out to be unique rocks. " 2024 Forest of ReadingSilver Birch Express Nominee, 2024.

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Boobies

Nancy Vo


"You have just opened a book about boobies. Meet the Blue-footed Booby, who does not have any boobies at all, since only mammals have boobies. We learn that mammals have boobies to feed babies -- even though milk can also come from plants. And did you know that boobies, or breasts, vary from person to person, that boobies change over time, and that different animals have different numbers of boobies? Witty and wide-ranging, this eye-opening picture book goes on to explore connections between boobies and mountains, boobies and ancient art and, of course, boobies and you! Nancy Vo's latest creation is fresh and funny, while serving up just the right amount of fact. Punchy prose is complemented by striking stencil art in a retro palette, making this the perfect gift for curious young children, older children getting to know their bodies, and anyone ready to boldly celebrate boobies!" 2024 Forest of ReadingSilver Birch Express nominee, 2024.
Date Published:2022

"You have just opened a book about boobies. Meet the Blue-footed Booby, who does not have any boobies at all, since only mammals have boobies. We learn that mammals have boobies to feed babies -- even though milk can also come from plants. And did you know that boobies, or breasts, vary from person to person, that boobies change over time, and that different animals have different numbers of boobies? Witty and wide-ranging, this eye-opening picture book goes on to explore connections between boobies and mountains, boobies and ancient art and, of course, boobies and you! Nancy Vo's latest creation is fresh and funny, while serving up just the right amount of fact. Punchy prose is complemented by striking stencil art in a retro palette, making this the perfect gift for curious young children, older children getting to know their bodies, and anyone ready to boldly celebrate boobies!" 2024 Forest of ReadingSilver Birch Express nominee, 2024.

Date Published:2022

Mighty Muskrats Mystery - The Case Of The Rigged Race - Book 4

Michael Hutchinson



Date Published:2022

The Raven Mother

Martin,


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Date Published:2024

The Silver Eyes-Five Nights at Freddy's

Cawthon, Scott



Date Published:2016

The Skull

Jon Klassen


"In a big abandoned house, on a barren hill, lives a skull. A brave girl named Otilla has escaped from terrible danger and run away, and when she finds herself lost in the dark forest, the lonely house beckons. Her host, the skull, is afraid of something too, something that comes every night. Can brave Otilla save them both?" 2024 Forest of Reading Silver Birch Express nominee .
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Every Child Matters

Webstad Phyllis



Date Published:2023