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Hardback. Condition: Good. Every night the king locks his daughters in their room. Yet every morning their shoes are full of holes. Where do they go night after night, and what do they do to wear out their shoes? Many princes have tried to solve the mystery, but all have failed. Now it is a poor soldier's turn. Will he be able to discover the secret of the twelve dancing princesses. Isadora, Rachel (illustrator).…

Hardback. Condition: Fair. Brief text and illustrations by ten artists reveal New Year's Day in the lives of children from eight different countries sharing their joy and excitement.

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Hardback. Condition: Good. When Ruby's grandmother, Miss Eula goes to visit her new grandbaby in Hawaii, Ruby is sure that she will have a lonely, empty, horrible summer without her in boring old Halleluia, Mississippi. What happens instead? She makes a new friend, saves the school play, writes plenty of letters to her favorite (and only) grandmother . . . and finally learns to stop blaming herself for her grandfather's death. Not too bad, for a nine-year-old. Winner of numerous awards and included on seventeen state reading lists, Love, Ruby Lavender is now republished in paperback with the original cover art by Marla Frazee.…

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Hardback. Condition: Good. Perfect Strangers Every day, she sits at the top of the stairs leading to the beach. Always writing in her little notebook. Always watching. Watching the loving big brother, so caring and attentive to his little sister. Watching the handsome lifeguard with his golden tan. But no matter how closely she watches, she can't begin to know the secrets behind the perfect facades of their lives. And they can't begin to know the truth about the strange, sad girl who each day sits alone -- and watches. …

Hardback. Condition: Good. Myers, Christopher (illustrator).

Hardback. Condition: Good. Meet Ace and Bub, the flying beaver brothers Ace loves extreme sports and is always looking for a new adventure. Bub loves napping and, well, napping. But when penguins threaten to freeze Beaver Island for resort and polar-style living, the brothers put their talents to work saving their tropical island paradise. Can they save Beaver Island from environmental destruction? And can they do it in time to still win the annual Beaver Island Surfing Competition.…

Hardback. Condition: Fair. An ALA Notable Children's Book and a Booklist Editors' Choice, about one young man's memories of the land he called home.The land I love was lost to me forever.Huynh Quang Nhuong grew up in the highlands of Vietnam, next to the jungle teeming with wildlife. Encounters with tigers, wild hogs, and deadly snakes were as much a part of his life as tending the rice fields while on the back of his pet water buffalo, Tank. Perfect for classrooms, as well as fans of Linda Sue Park and Thanhha Lai, these fifteen tales will transport readers into a world of lush beauty and terrible danger--and a way of life that is gone forever. Mai, Vo-Dinh (illustrator).…

Hardback. Condition: Fair. When Ruby's grandmother, Miss Eula goes to visit her new grandbaby in Hawaii, Ruby is sure that she will have a lonely, empty, horrible summer without her in boring old Halleluia, Mississippi. What happens instead? She makes a new friend, saves the school play, writes plenty of letters to her favorite (and only) grandmother . . . and finally learns to stop blaming herself for her grandfather's death. Not too bad, for a nine-year-old. Winner of numerous awards and included on seventeen state reading lists, Love, Ruby Lavender is now republished in paperback with the original cover art by Marla Frazee.…

Hardback. Condition: Good. Woof, woof The new puppy is here What will the little girl name him? Activity pages at the end of the story feature connect-the-dots, draw-your-own-puppy, and more. Schories III, Pat (illustrator).

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Hardback. Condition: Good. The classic novelization of one of Broadway's most enduring and beloved musicals, West Side Story. Maria is young and innocent and has never known love--until Tony. And Tony, searching for life beyond the savagery of the streets, has discovered love for the first time with her, too. But Maria's brother is the leader of the Sharks and Tony had once led the rival Jets. Now, both gangs are claiming the same turf and with tensions rising to the point of explosion, it seems there is no way to stop a rumble. Tony promised Maria that he would stay out of it. But will he be able to keep his word or will their newfound love be destroyed by violence or even death? Evocative and unforgettable, this novelization brings out all of the depth, drama, and beauty of one of the most enduring stories in the history of American theater.…

Hardback. Condition: Good. With more than 23 million books sold, the My Weird School series really gets kids reading This chapter book is an excellent choice to share during homeschooling, in particular for children ages 6 to 8 who are ready to read independently. It's a fun way to keep your child engaged and as a supplement for activity books for children.In this ninth book in the My Weird School series, Miss Lazar likes to dance around the school with a mop She has a secret room down in the basement where she keeps the bad kids. She says cleaning throw-up is fun Miss Lazar is the weirdest custodian in the history of the world Perfect for reluctant readers and word lovers alike, Dan Gutman's hugely popular My Weird School series has something for everyone. Don't miss the hilarious adventures of A.J. and the gang.…

Hardback. Condition: Good. Council on Interracial Books for Children award winner From the award-winning author of The Hundred Penny Box comes a sweet story about how one girl can make a difference. Lilly Etta didn't know the men, but she knew those yellow chairs. They were Tanya's, and they were being taken out of her building. Tanya was being put out - Tanya, her mother, her six brothers and sisters. Their things would be piled on the sidewalk and left there to be had for the taking. It didn't matter if nobody else in the city cared; Lilly Etta did. She knew what friendship was, and she wasn't going to let her friend be thrown out without a fight. An affecting, sensitive story.--Booklist.…

Hardback. Condition: Good. Dragons return for the sixth adventure in the NY TIMES bestselling Last Dragon Chronicles Now in paperback In a world between Earth and Ki: mera, called Co: pern: ica, lives a twelve-year-old boy named David. He and his friend Rosanna spend their days in the librarium, a museum for books, with the curator, Mr. Henry, and the mysterious firebirds that roam the upper levels. When the two friends accidentally injure one of the firebirds, David and Rosanna find themselves on a remarkable and dangerous adventure. The evil Ix have found a way to Co: pern: ica from their home planet and have taken over a firebird, turning it to the side of darkness. The birds have a secret, though: They know about the existence of dragons. With the help of David and Rosanna, the firebirds must reach across the universe to call on the dragons for protection. But will the dragons arrive before the Ix destroy everything.…

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Hardback. Condition: Good. Enter the hilarious world of ten-year-old Kenny and his family, the Weird Watsons of Flint, Michigan. Theres Momma, Dad, little sister Joetta, Kenny, and Byron, Kennys older brother, who, at thirteen, is an official juvenile delinquent. When Momma and Dad decide its time for a visit to Grandma, Dad comes home with the amazing Ultra-Glide, and the Watsons set out on a trip like no other. Heading South, theyre going to Birmingham, Alabama, and toward one of the darkest moments in Americas history. By turns comic, tragic, and touching, this remarkable Newbery Honor work, delightfully performed by LeVar Burton in this unabridged production, will delight listeners young and old as they meet Christopher Paul Curtis, a storyteller of bold ambition and a true and original voice and his inimitable Watsons. Christopher Paul Curtis is the bestselling author of Bud, Not Buddy, winner of the Newbery Medal and the Coretta Scott King Award, among many other honors.…

Hardback. Condition: Good. Three decades after The Baby-Sitters Club first rocked our world--like scoring your own phone line, in your room --the beloved franchise is back to binge (and share) like never before In the most exciting news since we first learned of Kristy Thomas's great idea to start the Baby-Sitters Club, the book series is now available only from Audible as an audio experience with special guest narrator Elle Fanning, the multi-talented actress and fan of BSC.With endearing characters and enduring storylines filled with lessons of self-discovery, the beauty of true friendship, and the power of youth-led entrepreneurship itself, the BSC has never felt more now. So, whether you're joining the club for the first time, or the first time in quite a while, spend time with stories that transcend the ages. Gather up the kids--not to mention those nieces, nephews, and neighbors alike--for all the twists, turns, hilarity, and burns of tween life in Stoneybrook, Connecticut As the newest member of the BSC, Dawn is eager to prove herself. So when a big job comes along, she jumps at the chance to show everyone what she's made of. The Barretts are even more challenging than Dawn expected. The house is a mess, Mrs. Barrett is unreliable, and the kids are out of control. Dawn knows she's a great baby-sitter, but this is impossible She only knows one thing for sure--a member of the BSC never gives up The best friends you'll ever have--with classic BSC covers and a letter from Ann M. Martin.…

Hardback. Condition: Good. In the middle of the worst depression in U.S. history, one young racehorse lifted a nation's spirits. Seabiscuit was born in 1933 on a farm in Kentucky. Though bred for racing, he was weak and undersized. He slept too long and ate too much. Against the odds, he began to win local races. He was given a new coach who trained him to race in larger circuits. Soon enough, this scrappy horse began beating the best racehorses in the country. He became a media darling and won national competitions. In 1938 he was voted U.S. Horse of the Year. Seabiscuit's undying spirit and come-from-behind story made him a celebrity and hero for millions. Copeland, Gregory (illustrator).…

Hardback. Condition: Good. Aserr n, aserr n los maderos de San Juan piden queso, piden pan.Abuelos y abuelas, t os y t as, padres, madres y amistades--todos pueden compartir estas canciones de cuna, trabalenguas, y adivinanzas de Suram rica con las ni as y los ni os peque os. Esta colecci n biling e es ideal para presentarles los sonidos de dos lenguas a los ni os. Los versos funcionan en ingl s y espa ol: lea los poemas en ingl s para divertirse con un trabalenguas; l alos en espa ol para practicar decir la letra r o simplemente pronunciar el sonido de cada s laba.El texto energ tico escrito por Nelly Jaramillo es la pareja ideal para las ilustraciones tiernas y fant sticas de Elivia Savadier. Grandmother's Nursery Rhymes es perfecto para la hora de dormir, de jugar, o de aprendizaje. Esta colecci n satisfar la curiosidad de los ni os y las ni as cada vez.…

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Hardback. Condition: Good. From a four-time Newbery Honor author, a novel that was awarded the 2001 Coretta Scott King award and the Los Angeles Times Book PrizeFor Lafayette and his brothers, the challenges of growing up in New York City are compounded by the facts that they've lost their parents and it's up to eldest brother Ty'ree to support the boys, and middle brother Charlie has just returned home from a correctional facility.Lafayette loves his brothers and would do anything if they could face the world as a team. But even though Ty'ree cares, he's just so busy with work and responsibility. And Charlie's changed so much that his former affection for his little brother has turned to open hostility.Now, as Lafayette approaches 13, he needs the guidance and answers only his brothers can give him. The events of one dramatic weekend force the boys to make the choice to be there for each other--to really see each other--or to give in to the pain and problems of every day.…

Hardback. Condition: Fair. It's 1925 and Balto, a Siberian husky, lives a quiet existence as a sled dog in Nome, Alaska, until tragedy strikes. Dozens of children in the remote town of Nome become sick with diphtheria. Without special medication, they will perish -- and the closest supply is 650 miles away. The only way to get the medication to Nome is by sled, but can the sled dogs get there in time? Heading bravely into a brutal blizzard, Balto leads the race for life. Koerber, Nora (illustrator).…

Hardback. Condition: Good. Children will enjoy the lively verse and exuberant artwork. -- School Library Journal Have you ever wondered what the dinosaurs did for fun? What really happened when the Jurassic gang wanted to let off some steam? They danced, of course They rocked and rolled, they twirled and tromped They had themselves a Dinosaur Stomp With illustrations by Scott Nash that leap off the page like a raptor doing the fandango, Carol Diggory Shields tells dinosaur devotees all about reptilian revelry in verses with a foot-tapping, tail-whacking beat. Nash, Scott (illustrator).…

Hardback. Condition: Good. Pickles is a young cat with big paws who wishes to do big things with them When he's adopted by the local firehouse, Pickles works hard to be a good fire cat. He learns to jump on a fire truck. He learns to help put out a fire, and he even helps out in a rescue Beginning readers will cheer as Pickles gets his wish and finds something big to do with his paws. With sweet illustrations from author-illustrator Esther Averill, this Level One I Can Read book is perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences. Supports the Common Core Learning Standards.…

Hardback. Condition: Good. The adventures continue for the New York Times bestselling How to Train Your Dragon series The dragon rebellion has begun, bringing the Vikings darkest hour upon them. Hiccup has become an outcast, but that won t stop him from going on the most harrowing and important quest of his life. He must find the dragon s jewel in order to save his people but where should he begin? Don t miss Hiccup s most dangerous adventure yet.…

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