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Outlaws
by Jen Calonita
A sequel to Misfits finds Princess Devin Nile and her friends banished to the Hollow Woods, where they team up with famous vigilante Red Riding Hood to expose the truth about their headmistress’s corruption. By the award-winning author of the Fairy Tale Reform School series.
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The Treacherous Seas by Christopher HealyA sequel to A Dastardly Plot finds Molly, Emmett and Molly’s mother competing in a high-profile race to become the first people to reach the South Pole, a formidable journey that is assisted by a determined young Nellie Bly.
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| Voyage of the Frostheart by Jamie LittlerWhat it’s about: After being banished from his home for revealing his dangerous song-weaving powers, young Ash joins up with the misfit crew of the Frostheart for a journey of discovery across the snowy, monster-riddled tundra.
Read it for: a fascinating cast of characters, such as grouchy yeti Nobu, peg-legged walrus Captain Nuk, and archeomek scholar Shaard.
Art alert: Detailed graphic novel-style artwork gives you a glimpse of Ash’s frozen fantasy world. |
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Charlie Brown: All Tied Up: A Peanuts Collection by Charles M. SchulzWhile Charlie Brown is all tied up, the rest of the gang doesn't hold back on having fun. Pig-Pen unexpectedly charms Peppermint Patty at the Valentine's dance, Marcie and Snoopy run a commercial airline, and Lucy tries her hardest to win Schroeder's affection. Whether you're safe on the ground or tangled up in a tree like Charlie Brown, you won't want to miss the fun in this latest Peanuts for kids adventure.
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A Whole Lotta Knock-knock Jokes : Squeaky-clean Family Fun by Mike SpohrWelcome to A Whole Lotta Knock Knock Jokes--a new collection of rib-tickling knock-knock jokes for kids. It's endless fun to keep friends, family--even grandma!--giggling for hours. These pages are packed with over 500 squeaky-clean knock-knock jokes for kids about animals, food, fun places, and beyond. Dazzle your family and friends on long car rides, family vacations, and after school. There's even a riddle hidden inside, too!
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| Zoey and Sassafras: Dragons and Marshmallows by Asia Citro; illustrated by Marion LindsayIntroducing: smart, curious Zoey and her cat Sassafras, who’ve just discovered that Zoey can see magical animals, just like her scientist mom can.
What happens: While her mom is away, Zoey has to use her own science know-how to help a sick baby dragon.
Why you might like it: Short chapters, cute artwork, and a can-do attitude make this series starter a winning choice. |
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Mercy Watson to the rescue by Kate DiCamilloAfter Mercy the pig snuggles to sleep with Mr. and Mrs. Watson, all three awaken with the bed teetering on the edge of a big hole in the floor.
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| Meet Yasmin! by Saadia Faruqi; illustrated by Hatem AlyWhat it’s about: Pakistani American second-grader Yasmin uses her imagination in all kinds of ways: she maps her neighborhood, joins in painting and building projects at school, and finds inspiration in her mom’s colorful kameez.
Read it for: energetic art, zippy chapters, and a chance for those who don’t speak Urdu to learn some new words.
Try this next: Jules Jacqueline’s My Family Adventure, another chapter book about an adventurous, easy-to-like girl and her family. |
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| Megabat by Anna Humphrey; illustrated by Kass ReichWhat it's about: After moving into his new attic bedroom, Daniel Misumi discovers an unexpected roommate: Megabat, a talking fruit bat who just wants to go home to Borneo.
Why you might like it: It's hard not to smile at Megabat's unusual way of speaking (smooshfruit, anyone?) and love of Star Wars (he's even got a bendy-straw lightsaber).
Series alert: This illustrated story of cross-species friendship is the 1st in a series. |
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Barkus by Patricia MacLachlanA loyal and generous pooch exuberantly joins a new family and becomes a faithful companion to a lucky little girl in a lighthearted pre-chapter book by the Newbery Medal-winning author of Sarah, Plain and Tall.
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Contact your librarian for more great books for ages 8-11!
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Avon Lake Public Library 32649 Electric Blvd. Avon Lake, Ohio 44012 440-933-8128alpl.org |
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