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Spy school : Secret Service 5 /

Gibbs, Stuart, 1969-


Map on endpapers. Kirkus Review, August 2017. Kirkus Review. Thirteen-year-old Ben Ripley is assigned to protect the president from an assassination attempt in his first solo mission, but he may be in over his head.
Date Published:2017

Spy School : Goes South 6 /

Gibbs, Stuart., 1969-


Kirkus Review, August 2018. Kirkus Review. Thirteen-year-old spy in training Ben Ripley is sent to Mexico to try to thwart the evil organization, SPYDER--the CIA's main enemy.
Date Published:2018

House of danger

Montgomery, R. A.


Revised version of 1982 publication. Asks the reader to choose the plot path of a story in which a young detective--the reader--receives an anonymous call for help from a scary glass house built on the site of a Civil War prison.
Date Published:2005

In the name of Jesus : reflections on Christian leadership /

Nouwen, Henri J. M.



Date Published:1989

Love does for kids

Goff, Bob,


Faith in God can be exciting, daring, and fun. Love Does for Kids, the follow up to Bob Goff's New York Times bestselling Love Does, shares some of the Goff family's wild adventures,from holding a neighborhood parade to writing presidents from around the world. Children will laugh, dream, and be inspired to make a difference for God as they read these faith adventures from Bob and his daughter, Lindsey.
Date Published:2018

Faith in God can be exciting, daring, and fun. Love Does for Kids, the follow up to Bob Goff's New York Times bestselling Love Does, shares some of the Goff family's wild adventures,from holding a neighborhood parade to writing presidents from around the world. Children will laugh, dream, and be inspired to make a difference for God as they read these faith adventures from Bob and his daughter, Lindsey.

Date Published:2018

I can

Joyce Lo


pbk. Take a look around at the people in your community. Everyone is unique! People have different abilities whether they are a dentist, hairstylist, firefighter, chef, or teacher. Challenge your beliefs in what people can or cannot do based on their disabilities, ethnic background, age, or gender. Discover communication differences, learn about augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) users, embrace diversity, and promote inclusion. (Amazon.ca).
Date Published:2024

pbk. Take a look around at the people in your community. Everyone is unique! People have different abilities whether they are a dentist, hairstylist, firefighter, chef, or teacher. Challenge your beliefs in what people can or cannot do based on their disabilities, ethnic background, age, or gender. Discover communication differences, learn about augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) users, embrace diversity, and promote inclusion. (Amazon.ca).

Date Published:2024

Little bird

Anne, Emily,


Little Bird is trying his best to fit in with his other classmates even though there's one major thing making them different. He can't fly!
Date Published:2023

Starsight

Sanderson, Brandon.


Sequel to: Skyward. Kirkus Review, November 2019. Kirkus Review. "All her life, Spensa's dreamed of becoming a pilot. Of proving she's a hero like her father. She made it to the sky, but the truths she learned about her father were crushing. The rumors of his cowardice are true--he deserted his flight during battle against the Krell. Worse, though, he turned against his team and attacked them. Spensa is sure there's more to the story. And she's sure that whatever happened to her father in his starship could happen to her. When she made it outside the protective shell of her planet, she heard the stars--and it was terrifying. Everything Spensa has been taught about her world is a lie. But Spensa also discovered a few other things about herself--and she'll travel to the end of the galaxy to save humankind if she needs to"--Provided by publisher.
Date Published:2019

Sequel to: Skyward. Kirkus Review, November 2019. Kirkus Review. "All her life, Spensa's dreamed of becoming a pilot. Of proving she's a hero like her father. She made it to the sky, but the truths she learned about her father were crushing. The rumors of his cowardice are true--he deserted his flight during battle against the Krell. Worse, though, he turned against his team and attacked them. Spensa is sure there's more to the story. And she's sure that whatever happened to her father in his starship could happen to her. When she made it outside the protective shell of her planet, she heard the stars--and it was terrifying. Everything Spensa has been taught about her world is a lie. But Spensa also discovered a few other things about herself--and she'll travel to the end of the galaxy to save humankind if she needs to"--Provided by publisher.

Date Published:2019

The Traitor's Blade : 5 /

Sands, Kevin.


In 1666, after four months away, friends Christopher Rowe, Tom, and Sally return to London triumphantly but, guided by coded riddles, face a conspiracy that threatens Christopher, as well as the King himself.
Date Published:2021

I Survived : The Sinking of the Titanic, 1912 /

Tarshis, Lauren., 1963-


A thrilling graphic novel adaptation of Lauren Tarshis's bestselling I Survived the Sinking of the Titanic, 1912! Ten-year-old George Calder can't wait to explore every inch of the Titanic, even if his little sister, Phoebe, has to tag along. But when George sneaks away without her and ventures into the first class baggage room, a terrible boom shakes the entire boat. Suddenly, water is everywhere, and George's life changes forever...
Date Published:2020

A thrilling graphic novel adaptation of Lauren Tarshis's bestselling I Survived the Sinking of the Titanic, 1912! Ten-year-old George Calder can't wait to explore every inch of the Titanic, even if his little sister, Phoebe, has to tag along. But when George sneaks away without her and ventures into the first class baggage room, a terrible boom shakes the entire boat. Suddenly, water is everywhere, and George's life changes forever...

Date Published:2020

Sisters

Telgemeier, Raina.


Companion to: Smile. School Library Journal starred, July 2014. Booklist starred, June 2014. Pub Weekly, May 2014. Kirkus Starred, June 2014. New York Times, August 2014. School Library Journal starred. Booklist starred. Pub Weekly. In graphic novel format, Raina Telgemeier shares the story of her relationship with her younger sister.
Date Published:2014

A monster calls

Ness, Patrick, 1971-


Wilson's Senior High School, November 2012. Wilson's Junior High School, October 2012. School Library Journal starred, September 2011. Notable/Best Books (A.L.A.), January 2012. Booklist starred, July 2011. Library Media Connection starred, January 2012. Pub Weekly, June 2011. Kirkus Starred, July 2011. New York Times, October 2011. Horn Book, April 2012. Wilson's Senior High School. Wilson's Junior High School. School Library Journal starred. Thirteen-year-old Conor awakens one night to find a monster outside his bedroom window, but not the one from the recurring nightmare that began when his mother became ill--an ancient, wild creature that wants him to face truth and loss.
Date Published:2011

Wilson's Senior High School, November 2012. Wilson's Junior High School, October 2012. School Library Journal starred, September 2011. Notable/Best Books (A.L.A.), January 2012. Booklist starred, July 2011. Library Media Connection starred, January 2012. Pub Weekly, June 2011. Kirkus Starred, July 2011. New York Times, October 2011. Horn Book, April 2012. Wilson's Senior High School. Wilson's Junior High School. School Library Journal starred. Thirteen-year-old Conor awakens one night to find a monster outside his bedroom window, but not the one from the recurring nightmare that began when his mother became ill--an ancient, wild creature that wants him to face truth and loss.

Date Published:2011

The inflatables in splash of the titans

Garrod, Beth.


"Appeals to 2nd-3rd graders. Reading level grade 3"--Back cover. "Ready, set, blow! The water park is hosting the Airlympic Games and Watermelon is ready to juice her opponents--especially Pineapple, who's rotten to the core. But this year, the games are a team competition. Can Watermelon pump up her inflata-buddies to go for the gold or will Pineapple's sneaky tricks deflate them all? It's do or dive time!"--Provided by publisher.
Date Published:2023

"Appeals to 2nd-3rd graders. Reading level grade 3"--Back cover. "Ready, set, blow! The water park is hosting the Airlympic Games and Watermelon is ready to juice her opponents--especially Pineapple, who's rotten to the core. But this year, the games are a team competition. Can Watermelon pump up her inflata-buddies to go for the gold or will Pineapple's sneaky tricks deflate them all? It's do or dive time!"--Provided by publisher.

Date Published:2023

Giraffes can't dance

Andreae, Giles, 1966-


"Originally published in Great Britain in 1999 byOrchard Books, London"--P. [4] of cover. Gerald the giraffe is to clumsy to dance with all the other animals at the Jungle Dance, until he finds the right music.
Date Published:2001

What's the Best Way to Live

Andy Steiger and Rachel MacKenzie


Sunny is having the best day ever at the amusement park until her plans begin to unravel. Join Sunny and her grandma as they discover how Jesus leads to the best way to live.
Date Published:2022

Love monster

Bright, Rachel.



Date Published:2012

The fabled stables : belly of the beast /

Auxier, Jonathan,


"The third book in the magical chapter-book adventure series by the Governor General Award--winning author of Sweep, in which Auggie and his friends meet another one-of-a-kind creature: the Shibboleth! On an island at the top of the world are the Fabled Stables, a one-of-a-kind place for one-of-a-kind creatures. Auggie is their caretaker, and it's his job to strike out into the Wide World and save creatures from danger. This time, he and his friends are tasked with saving the Shibboleth. They hop through the portal and find themselves in the evil Rooks' lair! There, they meet a young girl named Veena and a monster . . . with a belly full of Rooks! It turns out, whenever anyone speaks to the Shibboleth, it gobbles them whole. Auggie puts on his gentlest voice to try to calm the beast, but he's swallowed in one gulp. Soon, with some help from Veena and a magic book, Auggie discovers that the Shibboleth eats anyone who doesn't call it by name. They save themselves and the creature with this simple act of kindness."--
Date Published:2022

"The third book in the magical chapter-book adventure series by the Governor General Award--winning author of Sweep, in which Auggie and his friends meet another one-of-a-kind creature: the Shibboleth! On an island at the top of the world are the Fabled Stables, a one-of-a-kind place for one-of-a-kind creatures. Auggie is their caretaker, and it's his job to strike out into the Wide World and save creatures from danger. This time, he and his friends are tasked with saving the Shibboleth. They hop through the portal and find themselves in the evil Rooks' lair! There, they meet a young girl named Veena and a monster . . . with a belly full of Rooks! It turns out, whenever anyone speaks to the Shibboleth, it gobbles them whole. Auggie puts on his gentlest voice to try to calm the beast, but he's swallowed in one gulp. Soon, with some help from Veena and a magic book, Auggie discovers that the Shibboleth eats anyone who doesn't call it by name. They save themselves and the creature with this simple act of kindness."--

Date Published:2022

The name jar

Choi, Yangsook.


Book Links (A.L.A.). Booklist. New York Times. Unhei's classmates help her decide on a name when she moves to the United States from Korea.
Date Published:2001