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New Children's Books July 15, 2024
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The following books are new to the shelves in the Children's Department at Kendall Young Library. To reserve an item, click on the image or title to be taken to the library's catalog. (Detailed instructions at the end of the newsletter.)
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How to Defeat a Blob Monster
by D. Zollicoffer
Programming whiz Zhuri is getting ready for a coding competition with her new video game--ZHURI'S WORLD--when a mysterious bug brings the game's monster to life and kidnaps Zhuri's Uncle Mike. With the help of her friends, Zhuri must enter the game herself and fend off dangerous storms, boiling oceans, and fearsome creatures to save her uncle. Will she be able to fix the game, or is something more sinister behind the bug?
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Bea and the new deal horse
by Laura Elliott
When her father abandons her and her sister during the Great Depression, Bea sets out to convince the imposing Mrs. Scott to take in two stray children by gaining the trust of her dangerous chestnut horse to save her farm. 25,000 first printing. Simultaneous eBook.
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Courageous creatures
by Lauren Tarshis
". . . tells the true stories of several animals who face challenges of their own and the humans who help them survive"
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Let the sky fall
by Shannon Messenger
Ten years after surviving the tornado that killed his parents, Vane Weston, now seventeen, has no memory of that fateful day but dreams of a beautiful girl who, he now learns, is not only real, she is his guardian sylph, who harnesses the power of the wind
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The walk on
by John Feinstein
Freshman Alex Myers dreams of earning the starting quarterback slot on his new high school's football team, but the team's corrupt coach, who is the father of the current starter, will stop at nothing to keep Alex off the field
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World's worst time machine
by Dustin Brady
After purchasing a $3 time machine at a garage sale, Liam uses it to summon Thomas Edison for help with his book report, but when a different Thomas Edison from the 1930s arrives, hilarity ensues! Simultaneous. Illustrations.
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Liz's perfect painting
by Callie Barkley
While pet-sitting a ferret, Liz tries to create the most perfect painting ever for a local artist, but the clever and crafty ferret has other ideas. Simultaneous and eBook. Illustrations.
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Werewolf
by Jeff Zornow
In the town of Dredsad, the people have a horrible problem. A female vampire named Wandessa is attacking the town. What was once a beautiful and bustling village has turned into one that is cursed. Now, the villagers' only hope lies in a single man--the ravenous Werewolf!
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Battle for Angel Island 12
by Ian Flynn
As Amy and Tails lead the Resistance fighters to free Angel Island from the Egg Fleet, Blaze must face an army all by herself, and Sonic and Knuckles find themselves face-to-face with a powerful enemy.
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Frankenstein
by Elizabeth Genco
Dr. Victor Frankenstein dreamed of achieving great things through science. Even to create life. When things go horribly wrong, he turns away from the monster he created. Now Frankenstein's creation is filled with hatred and roaming the countryside.
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Beyond the Limit 4
by Samira Ahmed
Qarin blames Ms. Marvel and a mysterious man for the explosion that brought her to Jersey City and ended her world, and Kamala will have to convince the Wasp of her true identity in order to break free of Qarin's mind control.
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How lucky am I?
by Scott Hoying
"In this enchanting picture book about making the most of your one precious life, a mayfly, with only a single day to live, takes in the beauty of the world around him and flies high in search of someone to spend it with. Illustrations. "
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Gorgeously me!
by Jonathan Van Ness
The New York Times best-selling author and star of the Netflix hit show Queer Eye assures readers that they're loved and cherished exactly as they are, encouraging them to embrace all the things that make them extraordinary and exceptional. Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations.
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Dalmartian / : A Mars Rover's Story
by Lucy Ruth Cummins
"When an ordinary boy meets an extraordinary visitor from outer space that looks a lot like a Dalmatian, they get off on the wrong paw and wonder if a shared love of bacon is enough for them to live in harmony. Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations."
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Wilderman's Treetop Tales
by Chad Elliott
Wilderman's Treetop Tales is a collection of whimsical lyrics and paintings created by International award-winning songwriter, Chad Elliott. Think, "Shel Silverstein," with more color and music. The book is designed for ages 3-10 and contains both heartwarming and giggle-worthy poetry accompanied by Chad's own illustrations.
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Hidden wonders : a guide to the planet's wildest, weirdest places
by Nicole Maggi
Based on the popular adult book, Secret Marvels of the World, a kid-friendly compendium of 200 of the planet's weirdest and most wonderful places is organized by longitude and features entries ranging from the Waitomo glowworm caves to the wild horses of the Namib desert. Illustrations.
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The care & keeping of you 1 : the body book for younger girls
by Valorie Lee Schaefer
"Our best-selling body book for girls just got even better! With all-new illustrations and updated content for girls ages 8 and up, it features tips, how-tos, and facts from the experts. You'll find answers to questions about your changing body, from hair care to healthy eating, bad breath to bras, periods to pimples, and everything in between. Once you feel comfortable with what's happening, you'll be ready to move on to the The Care & Keeping of You 2!"
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Full course. : Full Course 2 Volume two
by Mark Evanier
"The second Full Course collection, featuring the next eight issues of Garfield's comic book escapades, sends the gang into some wacky adventures! Odie makes a new friend, Pet Force takes on a scary team of Super-Villains, and Garfield faces his most fearsome foe, the Lasagna Monster! The good times continue to roll in this round, as we see how the gang beats the heat, learn if Jon can finally stop being late, and if Nermal can set a world record! Meanwhile, Pet Force stops by for even more adventures!"
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A smart girl's guide, worry : how to feel less stressed and have more fun
by Judith Woodburn
Presents reassuring counsel on the universal nature of worrying and how to identify one's specific personality traits, providing tips and tricks for creating a sense of inner calm while sharing the advice of other girls who have discovered helpful ways to relax. Original. Gr 3-6
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All items can be reserved through the Kendall Young Library catalog: - When viewing an item in the catalog, click "place hold" button.
- Enter your library card number (14 digits on the back of your card) with no spaces.
- Enter your PIN. If you don't know your PIN, try:
- Your 4-digit birth month and day (i.e. August 4 would be 0804), or
- The last 4 digits of your library card number.
- If neither of these options work, call the library at 832-9100.
- You will get a call from the library when the item is available.
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