Great reads for children!
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| The serpent's curse by Tony AbbottMysterious codes, thousands of miles, and the evil Teutonic Order stand between the Kaplan family and their quest to rebuild a time machine invented by Nicolas Copernicus. But those obstacles won't stop Wade Kaplan, his stepbrother Darrell, and their diverse crew of relatives and allies from travelling to Russia to hunt for another of Copernicus' hidden relics… and to rescue one of their own who has been kidnapped by the Order. Make sure you've read the 1st book, The Forbidden Stone, before diving in to this suspenseful, globe-trotting series, which (similar to the 39 Clues series) ties in to real-world gaming opportunities. |
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iStorm: wild weather and other forces of nature
by Anita Ganeri
Thanks to the digital magic of Augmented Reality, you can bring the wildest weather right into your home without disturbing a single chair! Place your tablet or smartphone near the visual trigger on the page then hold it up to see a tornado chasing your dad or a volcano erupting on your desk. iStorm is packed with fascinating facts about earthquakes, tsunami and other extreme weather events. From floods and drought, to forest fires and avalanches, discover why extreme natural events occur and learn about their impact on our planet.
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| Emma and the Blue Genie by Cornelia Funke; illustrated by Kersin Meyer and translated by Oliver LatschWhile walking on the beach, spirited eight-year-old Emma and her dog Tristan find a floating bottle which contains Karim, a genie who's blue in both colour and mood. Weakened since another genie stole his enchanted nose ring, Karim can't grant wishes, so Emma and Tristan decide to join him on a magic carpet ride to the far-off land where they can help Karim regain his powers. Fast-paced, funny, and filled with attention-grabbing illustrations, this fantasy from popular author Cornelia Funke is a great pick for younger readers who prefer longer chapter books . |
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Rosabelle
by Linda Harrington
Jane Williams is an 11 year old girl growing up in 1970s New Zealand, a farming nation at the bottom of the world. Living on the outskirts of a small rural town, her family have no telephone, no fridge, and use an outside toilet. However, the family does own a promising racehorse, Jane's pride and joy - Rosabelle. But when the family falls on tough times, Jane finds out that all is not as it seems in Woodville. With the help of her Italian best friend and Scottish teacher, will Jane be able to uncover the town's and her own family's secrets and save Rosabelle before it's too late?
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Half a man
by Michael Morpurgo
From a young age, Michael was both fascinated by and afraid of his grandfather. Grandpa's ship was torpedoed during the Second World War, leaving him with terrible burns. Every time he came to stay, Michael was warned by his mother that he must not stare, he must not make too much noise, he must not ask Grandpa any questions about his past. As he grows older, Michael stays with his grandfather during the summer holidays, and as he finally learns the story behind Grandpa's injuries, he gets to know the real man behind the solemn figure from his childhood. Michael can see beyond the burns, and this gives him the power to begin healing some of the scars that have divided his family for so long.
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Space record breakers
by Anne Rooney
Presents information on outer space and human space exploration, including the planet with the most moons, the first woman in space, and the closest star to the solar system
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Discovering dinosaurs
by Robert Walters
The most up-to-date illustrated dinosaur encyclopedia on the market, written and illustrated by two of the world's top dinosaur experts and artists, features spectacular illustrations of nearly 140 species, including the top dinosaur discoveries through 2014. With a large-sized, landscape format presenting award-winning illustrations, a dinosaur skin-like cover, decorative endpapers and multiple 4-panel gatefolds, Discovering Dinosaurs will make all other dino books EXTINCT!
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From casual fans to the totally obsessed, readers who enjoy Disney's Frozen will love these adventurous stories about Scandinavia, sisters, and snow.
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"That's no blizzard, that's my sister!" ~ from Disney's Frozen
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Frozen: the essential guide
by Barbara Bazaldua
A tie-in to the latest Disney animated princess tale shares fan facts about its characters, themes and locations while recounting the story of optimistic adventurer Anna, who teams up with an extreme mountain man and his reindeer sidekick to find her sister and end an icy curse.
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| Ophelia and the marvelous boy by Karen FoxleeA huge, chilly museum provides a tantalising backdrop for this enchanting tale. Mourning her mother's recent death, 11-year-old Ophelia explores the museum's bizarre exhibits, among which she discovers the Marvelous Boy. As a prisoner of the Snow Queen, the Boy's life (and the fate of the world) depends on Ophelia finding his lost sword and defeating the Queen. To succeed, Ophelia will need to overcome not only misery birds, ghostly girls, and magical snow leopards, but also her own grief and scepticism. Just like Frozen, Ophelia and the Marvelous Boy is based on Hans Christian Andersen's "The Snow Queen;" for another warm, well-crafted retelling, try Breadcrumbs by Anne Ursu. |
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| Icefall by Matthew J. KirbyBeing trapped on an ice-locked fjord with a band of Viking warriors might not seem like a safe situation, but for Solveig and her siblings, it's their only protection from the enemies of their father, the king. The freezing winter weather is brutal, but even more chilling is the discovery of a traitor in their small group. Suspicion runs wild as food runs low and threats loom just beyond the ice -- can they survive long enough to face the battle that the thaw will bring? Mystery and adventure blends with Norse mythology in this vivid, suspenseful tale. |
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| The two princesses of Bamarre by Gail Carson LevineFantasy. Princess Meryl has always been the brave sister with a thirst for adventure, but when she falls ill with the Gray Death, it's timid, embroidery-loving Princess Addie who must venture out in search of a cure. Aided by magical objects and guided by an ancient prophecy, Addie's desperate quest leads her to gryphons, elves, specters, and a particularly devious dragon who might just have the answers Addie needs. Similar to author Gail Carson Levine's well-loved Ella Enchanted, The Two Princesses of Bamarre will captivate those who like reading about realistic characters in a cleverly crafted fantasy world. |
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| The spindlers by Lauren Oliver; illustrated by Iacopo BrunoAfter evil, spider-like spindlers steal her younger brother Patrick's soul, Liza Elston -- accompanied by an eccentric, makeup-wearing, human-sized rat -- embarks on a perilous quest through an underground realm to save him. Readers who enjoy fantasy quests through strange and dangerous lands filled with outlandish creatures, perplexing riddles, and wonders galore will love The Spindlers (but may want to keep plenty of lights on while reading it, as it gets pretty scary) and may also want to check out Catherynne M. Valente's Fairyland series or Colin Meloy's Wildwood. |
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| East by Edith PattouWhat would you do if a gigantic white bear showed up at your door and offered to take you away? Curious, purple-eyed Rose, the youngest child in a poor Norwegian family, doesn't hesitate to accept the bear's offer. Rose discovers that she enjoys life with the bear at his faraway palace -- so much so that when the bear is kidnapped by the Troll Queen, Rose undertakes a daring Arctic rescue mission. Inspired by the Scandinavian tale "East of the Sun and West of the Moon," East will be best enjoyed by older fans of lush, absorbing fairy tale retellings, who may also appreciate Margi Preus' West of the Moon. |
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Frozen hairstyles: inspired by Anna and Elsa
by Theodora Mjoll Skuladottir Jack
Provides step-by-step instructions for hairstyles inspired by Disney's Frozen princesses, Anna and Elsa, including braids, twists, updos, and ponytails
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