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  Lost in the Amazon - A Battle...

  Tod Olson

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  In this true story written for young readers, a teen is the only survivor of a plane crash and must stay alive in the South American jungle until rescue. 
   
  Peru, Christmas Eve, 1970. It was supposed to be a routine flight, carrying eighty-six passengers across the Andes Mountains and home for the holiday. But high above the Amazon rainforest, a roiling storm engulfs the plane. Lightning strikes. A deafening whoosh sweeps through the cabin. And suddenly, seventeen-year-old Juliane Koepcke is alone. The plane has vanished. She is strapped to her seat and plunging 3,500 feet to the forest floor. On Christmas Day, she wakes. She is injured, covered in mud, but strangely—miraculously—alive. And now, in a remote corner of the largest rainforest on Earth, the real battle for survival begins.

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  Stargazer

  Patrick Carman

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  Alexa faces down her greatest threat in the thrilling conclusion to The Land of Elyon series from the New York Times–bestselling author of The Tenth City. 
   
  When last we saw Alexa Daley, she had defeated a threat in her homeland and was sailing with Roland Warvold across the Lonely Sea. She had no idea what adventures awaited her . . . until now. After a tragic attack by an evil force, Alexa and her friend Yipes are stranded in a strange community known as The Five Stone Pillars. Each pillar of rock has its own secrets . . . and its own challenges. As darkness descends, Alexa must risk everything to defeat it—even if it means taking to the skies. 
   
  Praise for The Land of Elyon series 
   
  “Readers will easily identify with intrepid Alex, who tells her own story, and her tale is simple and exciting enough to appeal to both the usual fantasy crowd and children who may not otherwise be genre readers.” —Booklist 
   
  “Entertaining, accessible fantasy . . . Double identities, mysterious codes, and Alexa’s magical gift of speaking with animals all enliven the plot, and the highly cinematic writing style will allow readers to visualize her adventures clearly.” —School Library Journal 
   
  “A trip with Alexa Daley through the Valley of Thorns is well worth the effort.” —Kirkus Reviews 
   
  “Truly an amazing storyteller, Patrick Carman’s imagination runs full steam, never threatening to quit or run dry. Each chapter promises new excitement and even more colorful characters.” —KidsReads.com

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  The Library of Alexandria

  Kelly Trumble

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  The Library of Alexandria was the largest library of its time and a major center for learning and scholarly research, particularly in the fields of astronomy, geography, mathematics, and medicine. Caesar and Cleopatra, Erastosthenes and Euclid, Archimedes and Alexander the Great are just a few of the famous people connected to its story. Today, historians still argue about how the library was destroyed, and no one knows exactly what it looked like, yet there is no question that the library continues to fascinate and intrigue us. This extensively researched look at what we do know about the Library of Alexandria features Kelly Trumble’s short, accessible chapters, and richly detailed full-color paintings by Robina MacIntyre Marshall. Together, they tell the story of one of the wonders of the ancient world, and show how its influence as continued long after its destruction. Glossary, suggested reading, selected bibliography, index.

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  The Quest of the Cubs

  Kathryn Lasky

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  From the author of Guardians of Ga’Hoole, “nature, magic, and legend combine to create a world like no other” in a tale of polar cubs on a rescue mission (Kirkus Reviews). 
   
  For generations, the noble polar bears have ruled the Northern Kingdoms. But now, their society is on the brink of collapse. A group of power-hungry bears has seized control, and darkness is creeping across the snow. Cubs First and Second don’t know any of this. Although they’re twins, they couldn’t be more different. First loves imagining stories, while his daring sister, Second, wants to live them. When their mother is taken prisoner, the cubs’ world falls apart. They know they have to rescue her, but how can two cubs who’ve barely learned to hunt survive a treacherous journey across the ice? Their only chance is to learn to trust each other and—even more important—trust themselves. But survival is only the beginning. And soon, these two unlikely heroes find themselves at the heart of a battle unlike anything Ga’hoole has ever seen. 
   
  “Readers will lose themselves in the life-and-death adventure of the cubs and succumb to human feelings of fear, loss, and hope . . .” —Booklist 
   
  “A series opener that promises to deliver action and adventure.” —School Library Journal

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  Nana Cracks the Case!

  Kathleen Lane

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  Nana is not your ordinary grandma. She never wears cloppy shoes, drinks prune juice, or worries about slippery surfaces. Eufala and Bog's nana would much rather join the circus, work as a backhoe operator, or maybe become a detective. Which is exactly what happens in this very funny chapter book. When Nana answers an ad in the local newspaper for a detective, she arrives at the police department just in time to investigate the theft of one entire case of delicious Yumdums candy. Can one little old lady find a way to save the day and stop the candy thief from striking again?Look for more adventures starring Nana, Eufala, and Bog coming soon!

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  Lolli and the Bunyip

  Elena Paige

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  Does your child struggle with self-esteem? Suffer from fears, anxieties anger and worry? Or even just have a hard time trying to fit in? Lolli and the Bunyip, includes three cleverly crafted meditations, designed specifically to promote healing and transformation while being incredibly fun and adventurous for the child. Lolli's Meditation Adventures are perfectly designed to help increase your children's self-esteem, enhance their imagination and encourage positive thinking. The meditations are designed to boost confidence, increase self-acceptance, and help kids make great choices in life. The main character, Lolli, speaks directly to children; making them feel part of the stories and helping them explore their emotions and feelings in a healthy way.Don’t wait to explore the whimsical nature of the Land of Color, a beautiful world that leads your children through stories that they can feel a part of. Three original guided meditations include: Lolli and the Bunyip, helps your child expand their imagination by visiting the Australian Outback and meeting the mythical Bunyip. Along the way, they learn to overcome boredom and help some wallabies too!Lolli and the Lonely Star teaches your child to manage the struggles of being different by visiting outer space and helping a lonely star find friend’s that love and accept it, just the way it is! Lolli and the Treasure Map teaches that everyone fails sometimes. Your child helps Blue-beard the pirate rescue his treasure. Along the way, they need to avoid being eaten by the dancing giant clickety grubs! Recently received a "Reader's Favorite" 5-star review! By Jack Magnus: "Elena Paige's continues with this ground-breaking series that shows how infinitely adaptable meditation sessions can be, even for hyperactive, squirmy kids…."The Meditation Adventures for Kids series has been particularly popular with homeschooled kids and homeschoolers, children with autism, ADD, ADHD. A great tool to calm down, focus and increase concentration and self-esteem.

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