| A boy called Bat by Elana K. Arnold; illustrated by Charles SantosoBixby Alexander Tam (better known as Bat) has only one month to prove that he can take care of Thor, an orphaned baby skunk. Bat has autism, which sometimes makes it frustrating for him to get along with people -- but not with animals. So how can he make his mum see that he and Thor are meant to be together? This is a funny and heartfelt read about an animal-obsessed 3rd-grader. |
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Batman's guide to being cool
by Howard Dewin
Published to coincide with the release of The LEGO Batman Movie, a series of books at various reading levels relate the story of Batman's personal journey to find himself and learn the importance of teamwork in the hope of saving Gotham City from the Joker's hostile takeover.
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| The Lotterys plus one by Emma Donoghue; illustrated by Caroline HadilaksonoWith seven kids, four parents, and three species of pet in one rambling house, the Lotterys are "a raggle-taggle, multiculti crew." And that's just how nine-year-old Sumac likes it. When the comfortable chaos of her household (founded after the two sets of parents won the lottery) is interrupted by the addition of a long-distant grandfather, Sumac is annoyed -- and she can't help but wonder if cranky old Grumps will ever fit in. Black-and-white illustrations help you keep track of all the characters in this offbeat family story that's perfect for fans of Dana Alison Levy’s Family Fletcher series. |
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Atlas of miniature adventures
by Emily Hawkins
Shares miniature adventures from across the globe, from the Omiya Bonsai Village to the home of the world's smallest lizard, in a book filled with facts and items to find on each page
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| Captain Pug: The dog who sailed the seas by Laura James; illustrated by Eglantine CeulemansThough he looks sharp in his dog-sized sailor suit, Pug would much rather cuddle up with a plate of jam tarts than go anywhere near water. Fancy Lady Miranda, however, has been invited to a party at the boating lake, and she doesn't do anything without her beloved dog by her side. Can the water-shy Pug find the courage to face a day full of aquatic exploits and unexpected mishaps? Find out in in this cartoon-illustrated chapter book, the 1st in a charming, laugh-out-loud funny series. |
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Friends: Snake and Lizard
by Joy Cowley
Presents the daily adventures of these two friends, from dealing with a spider in their burrow, to their interactions with humans
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| Hello, Universe by Erin Entrada KellyThere's nothing like getting stuck down a well to bring your friends together. Timid, insecure 11-year-old Virgil Salinas has two best friends -- Kaori, a self-styled psychic, and Gulliver, a guinea pig -- as well as a crush on Valencia, a deaf classmate who's looking for some new friends herself. After a prank by a bully leaves Virgil trapped in a well with only Gulliver and his Filipina grandma's folktales for company, Valencia, Kaori, and Kaori's sister Gen band together on a quest to find the missing boy. Shifting points of view let you peek into each character's mind in this authentic, suspenseful story of bravery and crisscrossed friendships. |
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Indie Kidd's (most excellent) guide to best friends
by McCombie, Karen.
This is a guide to making and keeping friends, from the irrepressible "Indie Kidd". Featuring all-new stories and information, this spin-off from the hilarious "Indie Kidd" series is an essential guide to making and keeping best friends - in all their shapes and sizes! Indie and her friends let us in on the stories of how they all came to be best friends, giving tips on how to handle friends that are bossy or shy, in your family or, even, boys. With a quiz and advice, this is a most excellent guide for Indie Kid fans and newcomers alike.
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| Gooseberry Park and the master plan by Cynthia Rylant; illustrated by Arthur HowardIt's been a long time since it rained on Gooseberry Park, which is a major problem for motherly squirrel Stumpy, snack-loving bat Murray, and the other park-dwelling animals who need water to live. Worried about their friends, neighbouring house pets Kona the dog and Gwendolyn the hermit crab decide to come up with a solution. Their plan -- which involves a raccoon, a crow, 200 owls, 20 packs of gum, and some drinking straws -- is clever, to be sure…but will it work? If you like this goofy, upbeat chapter book, be sure to go back and read Gooseberry Park, the first adventure starring these resourceful animal pals. |
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The infinity year of Avalon James
by Dana Middleton
Sharing a secret with her best friend that they will manifest protective magical abilities at the age of 10, Avalon becomes increasingly desperate to receive her powers as her 11th birthday approaches while struggling with family problems and bullying at school.
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| The Story of Diva and Flea by Mo Willems; illustrated by Tony DiTerlizziPampered pooch Diva considers it her job to patrol the courtyard of the fancy apartment building where she lives. She never considers exploring further until she meets alley cat Flea, who is a devoted flâneur -- someone who roams the streets, seeing the sights. And there are so many sights -- after all, this is Paris! A satisfying tale of new friendship, Diva and Flea is filled with small moments of bravery, as well as lively, stylish illustrations. Chapter book readers who have happy memories of author Mo Willems' Elephant and Piggie series will relish this new animal duo. |
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Bad girls
by Jacqueline Wilson
Ten-year-old Mandy White must endure torment from three nasty bullies in school, but she finds solace in a new friendship with "bad girl" Tanya, a foster girl who has moved in across the street.
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