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Star Wars : extraordinary droids : big small useful friendly
by Simon Beecroft
More than 50 droids from the Star Wars franchise are profiled through striking artwork and evocative descriptions that discuss such topics as what tools R2-D2 uses to help the rebels and why GNK droids make “gonk gonk” sounds. Movie tie-in.
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One time by Sharon CreechPossessing an artistic spirit that makes her feel different from other children, young Gina bonds with a mysterious neighbour who becomes her classmate in a new school year where she seeks advice from an inspiring teacher on how to channel her imagination to discover her true self.
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Creature Features : Ocean
by Natasha Durley
Each page is bursting with unusual ocean creatures, all united by a common characteristic. From fantastic fins to shiny shells, and from giant squids to glowing jellyfish, this eclectic collection of species celebrates the diversity of sea creatures. And with something to look for on every page, it's guaranteed to inspire and fascinate young animal lovers.
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| Witches of Brooklyn by Sophie EscabasseWhat it's about: After losing her mother, 11-year-old Effie isn't happy about being sent to Brooklyn to live with her oddball Aunt Selimene and her partner Carlota. Still, Effie can't squash her curiosity when she discovers than her aunts are witches -- and she might be one, too.
Art alert: Exaggerated character features are just some of the quirky details you'll find in the illustrations of this graphic novel fantasy (don't miss the floor plan of the aunts' sprawling old house). |
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Black Sand Beach : Are You Afraid of the Light? by Richard FairgraySpending the summer at a family beach house, 12-year-old Dash and his best friend, Lily, are alarmed by the house’s ramshackle condition and the presence of eccentric relatives before encountering a series of supernatural beings. A Graphic novel by the co-creator of Gorillas In Our Midst.
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A Quick History of Maths : From Counting Cavemen to Computers
by Gifford, Clive
Maths + history + jokes - boring bits = A Quick History of Maths. This book begins around 43,000 years ago with a notched baboon leg, the Lebombo bone (the very first mathematical object in the world) and rushes us past Hindu numerals and the invention of zero, via Pythagoras, Pascal and probability, right up to the present day, with big data and the maths that rules our digital lives. Geometri-cool! You will discover: How to count on your fingers (there are more ways than you might think!) Why we have 60 seconds in a minute (hint: it's to do with the ancient Babylonians) How to count like an Egyptian (using hieroglyphs). Why it's hip to be square using square numbers A Pythagorean party trick The naked truth of Archimedes' bath time mathematics How to do matha-magic with magic squares, and much more. In chronological order from pre-history to present day, this is the story of maths itself. It's 43,000 years of human mathematical endeavour squeezed into one book for your reading pleasure.
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| The Land of the Cranes by Aida SalazarWhat it is: A story in verse about one family's survival after they're separated by Immigration Customs Enforcement.
What happens: Nine-year-old Betita's hopes for refuge in the U.S. are destroyed when her papi is deported to Mexico, and she and her mami are forced into a grim detention camp.
Is it for you? Though Betita's story may be too painful for some readers, others will welcome its heartwrenching poetry and un-sugarcoated point-of-view, which was inspired by the author's own childhood.
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Tiger, Tiger, Burning Bright! This lavishly illustrated collection of 366 animal poems one for every day of the year ranges from unforgettable classics to contemporary works from around the world, including poetry in translation. The spectacular range of poems includes work by Michael Rosen, Roger McGough, Carol Ann Duffy, William Blake, Dick King-Smith, Ted Hughes, Grace Nichols, Lewis Carroll, Christina Rossetti, Emily Dickinson. Britta Teckentrup's breathtaking illustrations bring together all the richness and wonder of the animal kingdom, making this anthology a perfect gift that will be treasured by generations.
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| Skunk and Badger by Amy Timberlake; illustrated by Jon KlassenIntroducing: Badger, a stuck-in-his-ways rock scientist who wants to be left alone to do Important Rock Work; and Skunk, the unexpected roommate whose love of messy cooking and chicken storytime brings joy and chaos to Badger's quiet life.
Series alert: Packed with offbeat humor, juicy vocabulary, and charming, old-timey illustrations, Skunk and Badger kicks off a series of odd-couple adventures.
For fans of: Kate DiCamillo's sweetly sophisticated animal fantasies. |
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Villains in Venice
by Katherine Woodfine
After the dramatic events of their mission to St Petersburg, Sophie and Lil know the truth there's a double-agent at work at the Secret Service Bureau. Whilst Lil pursues a dangerous line of enquiry in London, Sophie must set out on a new mission to Venice, following a twisted trail to discover long-buried secrets. But there are villains lurking amongst the city's piazzas, canals and crumbling palaces, and in the shadows an old enemy lies in wait.
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Stephen Hawking : a life beyond limits
by Alex Woolf
A middle grade biography of world-changing physicist Stephen Hawking describes his childhood fascination with model airplanes, his revolutionary discoveries and his legacy as one of history’s greatest scientific minds. Simultaneous and eBook.
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| Three Keys by Kelly YangWelcome to: the Calivista Hotel, California, 1994, where 11-year-old Mia Tang and her Chinese American parents are keeping the hotel running despite money problems and the threat of a new anti-immigrant law.
Why you might like it: Although Mia faces realistically tough situations, she can depend on her family, her friends, and her growing skills as a writer.
Series alert: Fans of Front Desk will be happy to revisit Mia's world, but newcomers can also enjoy this thoughtful, heartfelt sequel. |
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Class act
by Jerry Craft
Eighth grader Drew Ellis recognizes that he is't afforded the same opportunities, no matter how hard he works, that his privileged classmates at the Riverdale Academy Day School take for granted, and to make matters worse, Drew begins to feel as if his good friend Liam might be one of those privileged kids and is finding it hard not to withdraw, even as their mutual friend Jordan tries to keep their group of friends together
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| Blended by Sharon M. DraperWhat it's about: Even though her divorced parents still love her, 11-year-old piano player Isabella feels torn between her wealthy Black dad and her working-class white mom.
Read it for: a true-to-life character dealing with relatable problems at home and at school.
Why fans of New Kid might like it: The main characters in both books face down racism (in big and small ways) while figuring out who they are apart from how other people see them. |
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| Real Friends by Shannon Hale; illustrated by LeUyen PhamWhat it's about: Before she was a famous author, Shannon Hale was an awkward, imaginative girl looking for one good friend.
What happens: At home, Shannon's scary older sister Wendy bullies her, while at school, Shannon's maybe-best-friend Adrienne begins hanging out with mean popular girls.
Why fans of New Kid might like it: Similar to New Kid, Real Friends (and its sequel, Best Friends) offers crisp, colorful artwork and an honest yet hopeful look at belonging and being yourself. |
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| Merci Suárez Changes Gears by Meg MedinaStarring: Merci Suárez, who's having a rough year: her friendships are all confusing now that she's in 6th grade, her family responsibilities don't leave time for soccer, and her grandpa, Lolo, is acting strange.
Read it for: Merci's annoying yet awesome family and her confident, funny outlook.
Why fans of New Kid might like it: Both Merci and New Kid's Jordan are made to feel out of place by the privileged kids at their private schools. |
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| A Good Kind of Trouble by Lisa Moore RaméeWhat it’s about: Smart, rule-following, Shayla doesn’t like to make waves -- just the thought of trouble makes her itchy. But when her formerly rock-solid friendships crumble and a police shooting prompts her to attend a Black Lives Matter protest, Shay begins to wonder: are some kinds of trouble worth starting? Why fans of New Kid might like it: Blending humor and seriousness, both books look at how racism impacts an African American 7th-grader's experience of making friends and fitting in.
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Exploring Hogwarts : an illustrated guide
by Jody Revenson
A full-scale tour of Hogwarts as depicted in the Harry Potter films pairs striking full-colour depictions of key landmarks while providing interactive elements that reveal movie scenes, concept art and hidden secrets.
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| Stargazing by Jen WangWhat it’s about: Although they’re from the same Chinese American community, well-behaved Christine doesn’t have much in common with hot-tempered, artsy Moon. Yet when the girls become neighbors, they soon find themselves sharing secrets and K-pop videos -- until jealousy and upsetting news threaten their newfound friendship.
Art alert: warm colors and expressive illustrations add energy to this graphic novel.
Why fans of New Kid might like it: Both books star authentic characters navigating different cultures and social pressures. |
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Contact your librarian for more great books for ages 8-11!
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