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New & Coming Soon Books for Elementary SchoolersJuly 2018
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Click on the title to check availability. Log-in to our online catalog to place holds. To place holds by phone, please call us at 708-366-5205. During open hours, you can also chat with us at www.riverforestlibrary.org. It's easy!
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Lions & Liars by Kate BeasleyFifth-grader Frederick is sent to a disciplinary camp where he and his terrifying troop mates have just started forging a friendship when they learn a Category 5 hurricane is headed their way.
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Heartseeker by Melinda BeattyWhen the King hears that Only Fallow can see lies and only tells the truth, he summons her, and she must learn to navigate the dangerous, political world of the King's court.
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The Alcatraz Escape by Jennifer Chambliss Bertman Legendary literary game-maker Garrison Griswold is back in action this time with "Unlock the Rock." For his latest game, Griswold has partnered with the famous--and famously reclusive--mystery writer Errol Roy to plan an epic escape room challenge on Alcatraz Island.
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Sandapalooza Shake-Up by Chris GrabensteinIn order to save the reputation of the Wonderland, P.T. and Gloria must find the culprit who stole a royal tiara from the hotel.
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Junior Ninja Champion : the competition begins by Cathy HapkaFive unlikely friends are brought together to compete in the first Junior Ninja competition, a televised contest of athletic ability based on the popular National Ninja Champion show.
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The Half-Court Hero by Mike LupicaSomeone is secretly renovating the basketball court at the local park, and Zach and Zoe are determined to find out who.
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Guardians of the Taiga by Stacy PlaysStacy was raised by wolves. Shes never needed humans to survive and, from what she sees of humans, they're dangerous and unpredictable. Stacy's pack patrols the forest to keep other animals safe, relying on her wits and each wolf's unique abilities to accomplish risky rescue missions. But as the forest changes and new dangers begin lurking, are Stacy and the wolves prepared for the perils that await them?
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The House That Lou Built by Mae RespicioLonging for an escape from her extended Filipino family, Lou plans to build a tiny house on land she inherited from her father, but difficulties quickly arise.
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How to Spot a Sasquatch : How to Spot a Sasquatch by J. TorresOn a camping trip with the Junior Rangers, Jay feels like the odd one out. He's determined to get a photo of Bigfoot--but none of his friends believe Bigfoot exists. But if there's no such thing as Bigfoot, why is there a giant footprint? And who is stealing all the snacks?
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Human Body Theater by Maris WicksA humorous and informative skeleton introduces each system of the human body, gaining a layer of her "costume" by the end of each act, becoming a fully formed human by the end of the play.
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How to Code a Sandcastle by Josh FunkPearl and her trusty rust-proof robot, Pascal, need to build a sandcastle before summer vacation is over, and they're going to do it using code.
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Flying Colors : A Guide to Flags from Around the World by Robert G FressonBy exploring the patterns, colors and crests of flags, we can learn all about the histories and aspirations of the countries they represent. Did you know that the flag of Nepal is the only one with more than four sides? Or that the flag of Mozambique features a book, a hoe and an AK47? Discover all this and more... Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of vexillology!
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