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The Joplin tornado, 2011

Tarshis, Lauren,


Eleven-year-old Dexter has always wanted to see a tornado. So when he gets the incredible opportunity to go storm chasing with the famous Dr. Norman Gage, he has to say yes! Dex certainly knows how deadly tornadoes can be, but this one isn't heading toward Joplin. But when the tornado shifts direction, Dexter's bravery is about to get seriously tested.
Date Published:2015

Black bird, blue road

Pasternack, Sofiya,


Booklist, August2022. Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books starre, October2022. Horn Book Starred, September2022. Kirkus Starred, July2022. Pub Weekly, July2022. "Ziva will do anything to save her twin brother Pesah from his illness--even facing the Angel of Death himself. Pesah has lived with leprosy for years, and the twins have spent most of that time working on a cure. Then Pesah has a vision: The Angel of Death will come for him on Rosh Hashanah, just one month away. So Ziva takes her brother and runs away to find doctors who can cure him. But when they meet and accidentally free a half-demon boy, he suggests paying his debt by leading them to the fabled city of Luz, where no one ever dies--the one place Pesah will be safe. They just need to run faster than The Angel of Death can fly"--Provided by publisher.
Date Published:2022

Booklist, August2022. Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books starre, October2022. Horn Book Starred, September2022. Kirkus Starred, July2022. Pub Weekly, July2022. "Ziva will do anything to save her twin brother Pesah from his illness--even facing the Angel of Death himself. Pesah has lived with leprosy for years, and the twins have spent most of that time working on a cure. Then Pesah has a vision: The Angel of Death will come for him on Rosh Hashanah, just one month away. So Ziva takes her brother and runs away to find doctors who can cure him. But when they meet and accidentally free a half-demon boy, he suggests paying his debt by leading them to the fabled city of Luz, where no one ever dies--the one place Pesah will be safe. They just need to run faster than The Angel of Death can fly"--Provided by publisher.

Date Published:2022

The diamond of Darkhold

DuPrau, Jeanne,


"The fourth Book of Ember"--Cover. After obtaining an ancient book with only a few pages remaining, Lina and Doon return to Ember seeking the machine described in the book that might be able to aid their new community, Sparks, through the winter.
Date Published:2008

Quidditch through the ages

Rowling, J. K.,


A comprehensive history of Quidditch through the generations, including the rules of the game as well as a chapter on modern-day play. Reproduced as if it were a facsimile of the original in the library of the Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry.
Date Published:2001

A primary source history of the American Revolution

Webb, Sarah Powers, 1967-,


Reasons for war -- Rebellion erupts -- Revolution -- Early battles -- The tide turns-- Liberty. Uses primary sources to tell the story of the American Revolution.
Date Published:2016

Iveliz lo explica todo

Arango, Andrea Beatriz


Junior Library Guild. El septimo grado sera el ano de Iveliz. Hara nuevos amigos, ayudara a su abuela Mimi a sentirse como en casa luego de mudarse de Puerto Rico y no se metera en mas lios en la escuela. Pero, es eso lo que sucede? Por supuesto que no. No importa cuanto se esfuerce Iveliz, a veces la gente dice cosas que la enfurecen tanto. Lo que es peor, Mimi sigue diciendo que la medicina de Iveliz no es necesaria, aun cuando la ayuda a sentirse menos triste. Como le explicas a otros tus sentimientos cuando ni siquiera estas segura de lo que estas sintiendo? Potente y empatico, el debut de Andrea Beatriz Arango navega la salud mental, como encontrar tu voz y el descubrimiento de que, quienes realmente te aman, permanecern a tu lado.
Date Published:2023

Junior Library Guild. El septimo grado sera el ano de Iveliz. Hara nuevos amigos, ayudara a su abuela Mimi a sentirse como en casa luego de mudarse de Puerto Rico y no se metera en mas lios en la escuela. Pero, es eso lo que sucede? Por supuesto que no. No importa cuanto se esfuerce Iveliz, a veces la gente dice cosas que la enfurecen tanto. Lo que es peor, Mimi sigue diciendo que la medicina de Iveliz no es necesaria, aun cuando la ayuda a sentirse menos triste. Como le explicas a otros tus sentimientos cuando ni siquiera estas segura de lo que estas sintiendo? Potente y empatico, el debut de Andrea Beatriz Arango navega la salud mental, como encontrar tu voz y el descubrimiento de que, quienes realmente te aman, permanecern a tu lado.

Date Published:2023

The destruction of Pompeii, AD 79

Tarshis, Lauren,


Includes questions and answers about Pompeii and Mount Vesuvius. Christian Library, November 2014. "During the infamous eruption of Mount Vesuvius, one boy struggles to escape. Can he survive the most devastating disaster of ancient times? In this thrilling addition to the bestselling I SURVIVED series, readers are taken back to antiquity with a young boy trying to escape as the giant Mount Vesuvius erupts. Does he have what it takes to survive the epic destruction of Pompeii?" -- summary from amazon.com.
Date Published:2014

Includes questions and answers about Pompeii and Mount Vesuvius. Christian Library, November 2014. "During the infamous eruption of Mount Vesuvius, one boy struggles to escape. Can he survive the most devastating disaster of ancient times? In this thrilling addition to the bestselling I SURVIVED series, readers are taken back to antiquity with a young boy trying to escape as the giant Mount Vesuvius erupts. Does he have what it takes to survive the epic destruction of Pompeii?" -- summary from amazon.com.

Date Published:2014

Who was Jacques Cousteau

Medina, Nico, 1982-,


A brief biography of French deep sea diver and oceanographer Jacques Cousteau.
Date Published:2015

The Baby-sitters club. 01, Kristy's great idea.

Martin, Ann M., 1955-,


2015 & 2023 edition: "with color by Braden Lamb." Based on: Kristy's great idea / Ann M. Martin. Horn book guide, A graphic novel adaptation that follows the adventures of Kristy and the other members of the Baby-sitters Club as they deal with crank calls, uncontrollable two-year-olds, wild pets, and parents who do not always tell the truth. Kristy, Mary Anne, Claudia, and Stacey are best friends and founding members of The Baby-sitters Club. Whatever comes up -- cranky toddlers, huge dogs, scary neighbors, prank calls -- you can count on them to save the day. But baby-sitting isn't always easy, and neither is dealing with strict parents, new families, fashion emergencies, and mysterious secrets. But no matter what, the BSC have what they need most: friendship.
Date Published:2023

2015 & 2023 edition: "with color by Braden Lamb." Based on: Kristy's great idea / Ann M. Martin. Horn book guide, A graphic novel adaptation that follows the adventures of Kristy and the other members of the Baby-sitters Club as they deal with crank calls, uncontrollable two-year-olds, wild pets, and parents who do not always tell the truth. Kristy, Mary Anne, Claudia, and Stacey are best friends and founding members of The Baby-sitters Club. Whatever comes up -- cranky toddlers, huge dogs, scary neighbors, prank calls -- you can count on them to save the day. But baby-sitting isn't always easy, and neither is dealing with strict parents, new families, fashion emergencies, and mysterious secrets. But no matter what, the BSC have what they need most: friendship.

Date Published:2023

Sisters

Telgemeier, Raina,


"This edition is available for distribution only through the school market"--p.4 of cover. Contains biographical information. Booklist starred, June 2014. Bulletin (Center for Children's Books), September 2014. Horn Book Starred, November 2014. Horn Book, April 2015. Kirkus Starred, June 2014. Library Media Connection, January 2015. New York Times, August 2014. Pub Weekly, May 2014. School Library Journal starred, July 2014. Raina, fourteen, and her ten-year-old sister Amara don't get along. On a road trip to a family reunion, the two are left alone in the family van when it breaks down.
Date Published:2022

"This edition is available for distribution only through the school market"--p.4 of cover. Contains biographical information. Booklist starred, June 2014. Bulletin (Center for Children's Books), September 2014. Horn Book Starred, November 2014. Horn Book, April 2015. Kirkus Starred, June 2014. Library Media Connection, January 2015. New York Times, August 2014. Pub Weekly, May 2014. School Library Journal starred, July 2014. Raina, fourteen, and her ten-year-old sister Amara don't get along. On a road trip to a family reunion, the two are left alone in the family van when it breaks down.

Date Published:2022

The shrunken head

Oliver, Lauren, 1982-,


May include excerpt from "The Screaming Statue" "Orphans Philippa, Sam, Thomas, and Max must find out who stole a valuable artifact in order to save to save their home, Dumfrey's Dime Museum of Freaks, Oddities, and Wonders"--Provided by publisher.
Date Published:2016

Ghost

Reynolds, Jason,


Includes unpaged "A Reading Group Guide To Track, Book 1: Ghost by Jason Reynolds." Ghost, a naturally talented runner and troublemaker, is recruited for an elite middle school track team. He must stay on track, literally and figuratively, to reach his full potential.
Date Published:2017

Who was Alexander the Great

Waterfield, Kathryn.


"When Alexander was a boy in ancient Macedon, he already had grand ambitions. He complained that his father, the great king of Macedon, wasn't leaving anything for him to conquer! This, of course,was not the case. King Alexander went on to control most of the known world of the time. His victories won him many supporters, but they also earned him enemies. This easy-to-read biography offers a fascinating look at the life of Alexander and the world he lived in"--Provided by publisher.
Date Published:2016

"When Alexander was a boy in ancient Macedon, he already had grand ambitions. He complained that his father, the great king of Macedon, wasn't leaving anything for him to conquer! This, of course,was not the case. King Alexander went on to control most of the known world of the time. His victories won him many supporters, but they also earned him enemies. This easy-to-read biography offers a fascinating look at the life of Alexander and the world he lived in"--Provided by publisher.

Date Published:2016

The Baby-sitters club. 03, Mary Anne saves the day.

Martin, Ann M., 1955-,


2007 edition: "lettering by John Green." 2015 & 2023 edition: "with color by Braden Lamb." Horn Book, April 2016. Horn book guide, [Book 3] When The Baby-Sitters Club gets into a huge fight, Mary Anne is left to her own devices. She has to eat by herself in the school cafeteria, figure out how to make new friends, and deal with her overprotective father. But the worst happens when she finds herself in a baby-sitting emergency and can't turn to her friends for help. In graphic novel format.
Date Published:2023

2007 edition: "lettering by John Green." 2015 & 2023 edition: "with color by Braden Lamb." Horn Book, April 2016. Horn book guide, [Book 3] When The Baby-Sitters Club gets into a huge fight, Mary Anne is left to her own devices. She has to eat by herself in the school cafeteria, figure out how to make new friends, and deal with her overprotective father. But the worst happens when she finds herself in a baby-sitting emergency and can't turn to her friends for help. In graphic novel format.

Date Published:2023

Danger down the Nile

Patterson, James, 1947-


Includes unpaged sneak peak at "House of Robots" / James Patterson and Chris Grabenstein. Horn Book, April 2015. Twelve-year-old twins Bickford and Rebecca Kidd and their two older siblings travel to Africa to track down priceless artifacts that will keep the family's treasure hunting business afloat long enough to rescue their kidnapped mother--and possibly find their missing father.
Date Published:2014

The Baby-sitters club. 15, Claudia and the bad joke.

Martin, Ann M., 1955-


"Based on the novel by Ann M. Martin"--Front cover. Based on: Claudia and the bad joke / Ann M. Martin. volume number from spine. "Claudia takes a baby-sitting job looking after Betsy, a girl who is known for her practical jokes, and when one of Betsy's pranks results in a broken leg for Claudia, her baby-sitting days may be through"--Provided by publisher.
Date Published:2024

Dog Man and Cat Kid

Pilkey, Dav, 1966-,


Horn Book, November 2018. School Library Journal, March 2018. Horn book guide, Publisher Annotation: Hot diggity dog! Dog Man, the newest hero from Dav Pilkey, the creator of Captain Underpants, is back -- and this time he's not alone. The heroic hound with a real nose for justice now has a furry feline sidekick, and together they have a mystery to sniff out! When a new kitty sitter arrives and a glamorous movie starlet goes missing, it's up to Dog Man and Cat Kid to save the day! Will these heroes stay hot on the trail, or will Petey, the World's Most Evil Cat, send them barking up the wrong tree?
Date Published:2021

Horn Book, November 2018. School Library Journal, March 2018. Horn book guide, Publisher Annotation: Hot diggity dog! Dog Man, the newest hero from Dav Pilkey, the creator of Captain Underpants, is back -- and this time he's not alone. The heroic hound with a real nose for justice now has a furry feline sidekick, and together they have a mystery to sniff out! When a new kitty sitter arrives and a glamorous movie starlet goes missing, it's up to Dog Man and Cat Kid to save the day! Will these heroes stay hot on the trail, or will Petey, the World's Most Evil Cat, send them barking up the wrong tree?

Date Published:2021

El Club de las Baby-sitters. 2, El secreto de Stacey.

Martin, Ann M., 1955-,


"Novela gráfica." Based on: The truth about Stacey / Ann M. Martin. Numbering taken from spine. Translation of: The baby-sitters club, 2, The truth about Stacey. A graphic novel adaptation in which Stacey, a member of the Baby-sitters Club, learns to cope with her diabetes and her overprotective parents.
Date Published:2019

The Japanese Tsunami, 2011

Tarshis, Lauren,


Christian Library, November 2014. During the heart stopping events of the 2011 earthquake and tsunami in Japan, one boy struggles to make it out alive.
Date Published:2013

Jessi's secret language

Martin, Ann M., 1955-


"Based on the novel by Ann M. Martin"--Front cover. Based on: Jessi's secret language / Ann M. Martin. Volume number from spine. "Jessi recently moved to Stoneybrook and is one of the newest members of The Baby-sitters Club. She's getting ready to start regularly sitting for the BSC's newest charge, Matt Braddock. Matt has been Deaf since birth and uses sign language to communicate, so Jessi has to use it, too. It's a secret language! Soon all the neighborhood kids want to learn how to sign, which keeps the BSC busy. Jessi's the busiest of all--she's preparing for her dance school's big show, plus working on another secret, just for Matt. Will Jessi be able to keep the secret and pull off her special event?"--Provided by publisher.
Date Published:2022

"Based on the novel by Ann M. Martin"--Front cover. Based on: Jessi's secret language / Ann M. Martin. Volume number from spine. "Jessi recently moved to Stoneybrook and is one of the newest members of The Baby-sitters Club. She's getting ready to start regularly sitting for the BSC's newest charge, Matt Braddock. Matt has been Deaf since birth and uses sign language to communicate, so Jessi has to use it, too. It's a secret language! Soon all the neighborhood kids want to learn how to sign, which keeps the BSC busy. Jessi's the busiest of all--she's preparing for her dance school's big show, plus working on another secret, just for Matt. Will Jessi be able to keep the secret and pull off her special event?"--Provided by publisher.

Date Published:2022