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Series: Mega RexA Tyrannosaurus Named ScottyPaperback
W. Scott Persons9781550179057
$13.95JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) from 9 - 12
Aug 08, 2020
“Scotty,” the largest Tyrannosaurus rex skeleton in the world, was discovered by an elementary school teacher in Saskatchewan’s Frenchman River Valley in 1991. It took twenty-three years to excavate the bones and prepare the skeleton for study. Now Scotty has found a new home in the Royal Saskatchewan Museum, where the giant T. rex is the star of a new exhibition. As the largest and longest-lived T. rex ever discovered, Scotty offers fascinating research possibilities, and Dr. Scott Persons is the lead paleontologist on an in-depth scientific r... + Read More
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Series: Spy Activity BookPaperback
Penny Worms9781838576554
$12.95JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) from 6 - 10
Aug 30, 2020
Illustrated in a colorful, accessible and stylish fashion by successful children's illustrated Anne Passchier.Full of many different activities, including drawing, puzzles, dot-to-dots and search and find.
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Series: Optical Illusions Activity BookPacked with Brain-Boggling Activities!Paperback
Laura Baker9781838576417
$12.95JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) from 5 - 8
Aug 15, 2020
The elegant modern design, and newly commissioned, high-quality artworks make for a book that will appeal to adults and children alike.
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Series: The Unicorn Poop Joke BookPaperback
Jack B. Quick9781838575939
$8.95JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) from 6 - 8
Aug 15, 2020
Word play and puns boost literacy and language development.More than 150 hilarious magic-themed jokes.Fully illustrated throughout with hilarious cartoons.
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Series: Find the Magical UnicornPaperback
Natasha Rimmington9781838576301
$9.95JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) from 5 - 8
Aug 15, 2020
This book capitalizes on the continuing popularity of unicorns, as evinced by the success of Arcturus' magical puzzle and activity books.Illustrated in full-color in a cute, accessible, and stylish fashion.16 search-and-find activities, plus spot-the-difference, odd-one-out, and memory puzzles.Puzzles and activities boost memory and observational skills.
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Series: Alphabet PlacesM is for MichiganHardcover
Michael Schafbuch9781942402480
$25.95JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) from 4 - 8
Aug 04, 2020
M is for Michigan is an A-Z tour of The Great Lakes State. From the automobile industry that built Detroit to the sandy dunes of the shores of Western Michigan and Lake Michigan, M is for Michigan will charm children and adults alike. With bright, bold graphics and whimsical rhymes, highlights include Big Red Lighthouse, Michigan Cherries, University of Michigan and Michigan State football, Mackinac Bridge and the Sleeping Bear National Lakeshore. Perfect for any Michigander, or those that spend their summers on the lakes and beaches of Lake Mi... + Read More
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Series: Help Me BecomeDefeat DisobedienceBecoming Obedient & Overcoming DisobediencePaperback
Sophia Day9781645169772
$12.95JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) from 4 - 10
Aug 04, 2020
Three stories guide young readers how to make better decisions. The diverse MVP Kids learn to follow directions in this helpful character education resource. Includes discussion guides for parents & educators. Aanya, Sarah, and Ezekiel experience the natural consequences of disobeying their parents, teachers and coaches. On the first day of school Aanya almost misses out on the classroom activity when she decides to change her attitude and focus on helping others. Sarah's second grade teacher intrigues the class in learning more about science... + Read More
A nonfiction picture book about the fabulous adaptations that keep amphibians alive and thriving in their unique habitats! How do sunscreen and mucus help amphibians survive? In Sunscreen, Snot Homes, and Other Amazing Amphibian Adaptations, kids ages 5 to 8 discover how one frog uses sunscreen to protect itself through the dry season and how another uses its own mucus to create a cocoon. Amphibians spend part of their time on land and part in the water, so they’ve evolved fascinating methods of surviving these different environments. A ci... + Read More
A nonfiction picture book about the fabulous adaptations that keep amphibians alive and thriving in their unique habitats! How do sunscreen and mucus help amphibians survive? In Sunscreen, Snot Homes, and Other Amazing Amphibian Adaptations, kids ages 5 to 8 discover how one frog uses sunscreen to protect itself through the dry season and how another uses its own mucus to create a cocoon. Amphibians spend part of their time on land and part in the water, so they’ve evolved fascinating methods of surviving these different environments. A cinq... + Read More
A nonfiction picture book about the incredible power of bizarre adaptations to keep mammals alive and thriving! In Stink Fights, Earwax, and Other Marvelous Mammal Adaptations, children ages 5 to 8 learn how lemurs settle arguments and how earwax helps a whale’s sense of hearing, along with a host of other deliciously strange-but-true tales! The lively conversational tone used to deliver information on the unique adaptations of many different mammals engages a child’s sense of wonder while introducing the crucial concept of adaptation. A haik... + Read More
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A fascinating nonfiction picture book about how fish adapt to their various underwater environments! When might a fancy leaf costume be useful for a fish? And how do fish in Antarctica keep from freezing? In Antifreeze, Leaf Costumes, and Other Fabulous Fish Adaptations, children ages 5 to 8 discover some of the amazing adaptations in the world of fish! Explore underwater habitats and discover the ways fish have evolved to avoid the danger that lurks around every waving piece of seaweed. Detailed illustrations, layered text, a hands-on activ... + Read More
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Series: Inquire & InvestigatePsychologyWhy We Smile, Strive, and SingPaperback
Julie Rubini9781619309111
$22.95YOUNG ADULT NONFICTION Age (years) from 12 - 15
Aug 15, 2020
A fascinating exploration of why we do the things we do, according to science! Dive into the psychology of the human brain with STEM activities and research projects that get readers excited about learning their own minds. Psychology: Why We Smile, Strive, and Sing introduces students to the science behind behavior. From the developing teenage brain to genetics, psychology, and social environments, readers ages 12 to 15 gain a greater understanding of the complexities behind how we behave. Why does one person react to test anxiety by studying h... + Read More
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Series: Inquire & InvestigatePsychologyWhy We Smile, Strive, and SingHardcover
Julie Rubini9781619309081
$29.95YOUNG ADULT NONFICTION Age (years) from 12 - 15
Aug 15, 2020
A fascinating exploration of why we do the things we do, according to science! Dive into the psychology of the human brain with STEM activities and research projects that get readers excited about learning their own minds. Psychology: Why We Smile, Strive, and Sing introduces students to the science behind behavior. From the developing teenage brain to genetics, psychology, and social environments, readers ages 12 to 15 gain a greater understanding of the complexities behind how we behave. Why does one person react to test anxiety by studying h... + Read More
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Series: Inquire & InvestigateThe Human GenomeMapping the Blueprint of Human LifePaperback
Carla Mooney9781619309074
$22.95YOUNG ADULT NONFICTION Age (years) from 12 - 15
Aug 15, 2020
A fascinating tour of the human genome and the role of genetics in our lives! Hands-on science investigations and STEM research projects help readers ages 12 to 15 discover a mysterious part of their own bodies—their genes! Have you ever wondered why you look the way you do? The answer lies in your human genome, the code of life. The Human Genome: Mapping the Blueprint of Human Life investigates the fascinating world of genetics and the human genome. Kids ages 12 to 15 learn the basics of how genes work, how DNA is structured, and how genetic ... + Read More
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Series: Inquire & InvestigateThe Human GenomeMapping the Blueprint of Human LifeHardcover
Carla Mooney9781619309043
$29.95YOUNG ADULT NONFICTION Age (years) from 12 - 15
Aug 15, 2020
A fascinating tour of the human genome and the role of genetics in our lives! Hands-on science investigations and STEM research projects help readers ages 12 to 15 discover a mysterious part of their own bodies—their genes! Have you ever wondered why you look the way you do? The answer lies in your human genome, the code of life. The Human Genome: Mapping the Blueprint of Human Life investigates the fascinating world of genetics and the human genome. Kids ages 12 to 15 learn the basics of how genes work, how DNA is structured, and how genetic ... + Read More
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Series: Inquire & InvestigateInside the Human BodyPaperback
Carla Mooney9781619309036
$22.95YOUNG ADULT NONFICTION Age (years) from 12 - 15
Aug 15, 2020
A fun and informative introduction to the bodily systems that keep us alive! Hands-on science experiments and STEM research projects help readers ages 12 to 15 discover an amazing world—their own bodies! What is the most complex machine on earth? The human body! In Inside the Human Body, readers ages 12 to 15 peel back the layers to take a look inside this amazing machine and learn the basic anatomy of the human body and its bones, muscles, blood vessels, nerves, and organs. We’ll also explore the body’s physiology and how its organs work toge... + Read More
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Series: Inquire & InvestigateInside the Human BodyHardcover
Carla Mooney9781619309005
$29.95YOUNG ADULT NONFICTION Age (years) from 12 - 15
Aug 15, 2020
A fun and informative introduction to the bodily systems that keep us alive! Hands-on science experiments and STEM research projects help readers ages 12 to 15 discover an amazing world—their own bodies! What is the most complex machine on earth? The human body! In Inside the Human Body, readers ages 12 to 15 peel back the layers to take a look inside this amazing machine and learn the basic anatomy of the human body and its bones, muscles, blood vessels, nerves, and organs. We’ll also explore the body’s physiology and how its organs work toge... + Read More
An insightful and funny new collection of short stories from award-winning author Tim Wynne-Jones. In “War at the Snow White Motel,” Rex and his family are vacationing in Vermont. A thoughtless act launches him into war with an older teenager at their motel, but a much bigger conflict — the Vietnam War — looms large on the horizon. Ant wants to join the #FridaysForFuture movement — and impressing the new girl at school is only one good reason why. Joseph and Danny are determined to right an old wrong, no matter the consequences. Michel takes a ... + Read More
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Series: Weekend DadHardcover
Naseem Hrab9781773061085
$18.95JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 4 - 7
Aug 01, 2020
A little boy spends the weekend at his dad’s new apartment in this picture book about how things change when parents separate — and the important things that stay the same. “This home is home because my dad is here, and it’s nothing like home because my mom isn’t here,” thinks the boy in this story when he enters his dad’s new apartment for the first time. His dad moved out on Monday and now it’s Friday night, the start of his weekend with his dad. The boy and his dad follow their normal weekend routine — they eat eggs for breakfast, play cards... + Read More
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Series: Holiday!Hardcover
Natalie Nelson9781773062006
$18.95JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 3 - 7
Aug 01, 2020
A funny, offbeat story about how disruptive change can be — even if it’s a holiday! Early one morning, a strange visitor arrives — a visitor whose name is Holiday. “I’ll be taking over for you today!” Holiday tells Monday. And before long, Holiday has met the other days, even Saturday and Sunday, who usually sleep all week. With each introduction, Monday becomes more and more upset. She is used to starting the week, and she’d like to keep it that way. When Holiday announces how much fun he’s having, and that he’d like to stay, Wednesday and Fri... + Read More
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Series: BornHardcover
John Sobol9781773061696
$18.95JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 3 - 7
Aug 01, 2020
A lyrical, beautifully illustrated poem about a baby’s birth. In this lyrical poem, author John Sobol brings us his imagined vision of a universal experience, that of being born. As she is born, the baby in this story goes through a time of intense movement and change before she takes her first breath and cries. Warm hands wrap her in a blanket, and she is held in loving arms. She has arrived! Sobol captures the mystery and wonder of the birth experience in this deeply sympathetic tale. Reading this book together will enable children and their ... + Read More
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Series: Where Are You, Agnes?Hardcover
Tessa McWatt9781773061405
$18.95JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 4 - 8
Aug 01, 2020
This stunning picture-book imagining of artist Agnes Martin’s childhood gives readers a glimpse into the life and work of one of the most esteemed abstract painters of the twentieth century. Agnes Martin was born on the Canadian prairies in the early twentieth century. In this imagining of her childhood from acclaimed author Tessa McWatt, Agnes spends her days surrounded by wheat fields, where her grandfather encourages her to draw what she sees and feels around her: the straight horizon, the feeling of the sun, the movement of birds’ wings and... + Read More
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Series: Son of HappyHardcover
Cary Fagan9781773061788
$18.95JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 6 - 9
Aug 01, 2020
How would you feel if your dad were a clown? The boy in this story never wants to go to his friends’ birthday parties, because Happy the Clown is always there. And Happy is … his dad. He wishes his dad had a regular job, like all the other kids’ parents. He didn’t mind his dad being a clown when he was a little kid, but now it’s just embarrassing. And even worse, since business is slow, his dad is putting a sign on the front lawn advertising his clown services! But one night at dinner Dad announces that he’s going back to his old job of being a... + Read More
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Series: The Bird in Me FliesHardcover
Sara Lundberg9781773062600
$18.95JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 9 - 12
Aug 01, 2020
A prize-winning, illustrated novel in verse about a young girl who dreams of being an artist, inspired by the life of Swedish artist Berta Hansson. What do you do when it feels impossible to live up to everything expected of you? When the only person who understands you disappears? When you are young and long for something that seems out of reach? Berta dreams of being an artist, but as a girl growing up in a small Swedish farming village in the 1920s, she has little hope. She finds solace in nature, and in drawing and shaping birds from clay f... + Read More
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Series: Rainbow VillageA Story to Help Children Celebrate DiversityHardcover
Emmi Smid9781785922480
$22.95JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 3 - 7
Aug 21, 2020
In a land faraway, there is a village where nobody likes to mix with anyone who is different from them. Until an unexpected visitor comes along, and shows the villagers how much stronger they are when they all come together...This vibrantly illustrated story helps children aged 3+ celebrate diversity and be kind to others. In the face of adversity, a stranger helps creatures of different shapes, colours, and habits, to unite and transform their village into a harmonious rainbow. At the back is a support section for professionals to help childre... + Read More
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Series: Born Epic, Born TransOur Stories of Growing Up Trans and Changing the WorldPaperback
Juno Roche9781787752597
$21.95YOUNG ADULT NONFICTION Age (years) from 10 - 16
Aug 21, 2020
"I believe that children who are questioning and exploring their gender are the gender bosses that we all so desperately need. I believe that they are our future."In this life-affirming, heartening and refreshing collection of interviews, young trans people offer valuable insight and advice into what has helped them to flourish and feel happy in their experience of growing up trans.
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Series: Clara HumbleClara Humble and the Kitten CaboodlePaperback
Anna Humphrey9781771474238
$13.95JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 8 - 12
Aug 15, 2020
Clara Humble, the winsome and über-confident soon-to-be-fifth-grader described as “Ramona Quimby meets Timmy Failure,” is back for a third and final adventure. When Clara and her best friend, Bradley, go treasure hunting in an abandoned lot, they stumble upon something even better—a cat about to have kittens! To Clara, their mission is clear: make the best shelter ever and secretly care for the feline family until they can convince their parents to adopt the cats. But Clara and Bradley agree less than ever, and keeping the cats fed comes with ... + Read More
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Series: The EggHardcover
Geraldo Valério9781771473743
$19.95JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 3 - 7
Aug 15, 2020
The Egg is an imaginative and unusual story about a bird and a child, and how they become a family. The wordless story opens with a crane caring lovingly for an egg. During a storm, a gust of wind blows the egg from its nest. Despite searching far and wide, the crane can’t find the lost egg anywhere. Heartbroken, the crane spots something—an egg! Not its own, but since this egg is also alone, the crane rescues it to safety. When the egg hatches, the little one inside is—unexpectedly—a human baby. No matter their differences, the crane love... + Read More
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Series: Cone CatHardcover
Sarah Howden9781771473613
$19.95JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 3 - 7
Aug 15, 2020
One day, Jeremy wakes up at the vet’s with a giant cone around his head. In a momentary existential crisis, he resigns himself to his new role as clumsy, smelly Cone Cat. That is, until the cone becomes instrumental in lapping up the last few bites of cereal on the breakfast table. Surprisingly, Cone Cat can do a lot of things old Jeremy couldn’t. He can hunt spiders with ease, collect stuffing from the couch, and disguise himself as a bowl to steal a scoop of ice cream at a birthday party. When the cone is removed the next day, Jeremy start... + Read More
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Series: Alice and GertAn Ant and Grasshopper StoryHardcover
Helaine Becker9781771473583
$19.95JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 3 - 7
Aug 15, 2020
It’s high summer in the meadow where Alice the ant and Gert the grasshopper live. Alice is hard at work preparing for winter, harvesting heavy loads of seeds. Meanwhile, Gert prefers to play, since winter is ages away. Gert dances through the long days of summer, singing, performing, and creating art out of flowers and leaves. Alice tries to convince Gert to work, but Gert wants to have fun—and to entertain Alice, too! She hates to see Alice work so hard. When winter arrives, Gert’s nest is cold and her food supplies are low. But rather than ... + Read More
Raj has one rule: he never uses the bathroom at school. It’s just not the same as the one at home. All day, he avoids bathroom trips. Easy enough, since he lives by these tips: Don’t linger at the sink. Stay away from anyone who makes you laugh. Watch out for distractions, especially schoolwork. And sit still: no running, jumping, cartwheels, or sneezing. Until one day—achoo!—Raj has to break his own rule. After he faces his fear and uses the bathroom at school, Raj feels different. He doesn’t have to rush! He can try new things, laugh, explo... + Read More
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Series: The Book of LanguagesTalk Your Way around the WorldPaperback
Mick Webb9781771474245
$16.95JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) from 8 - 12
Aug 15, 2020
We use language all day, every day – probably without thinking much about it. But if you stop and consider it, language is not only extremely important, it’s fascinating, too! Use of language is one of the key things distinguishing humans from other animals, and nearly 7,000 languages are spoken around the world. Without it, we’d be hard pressed to communicate, express ourselves, or understand others. The Book of Languages begins with an introduction to why language is important, how it originated and how it changes. From there, the ... + Read More
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War at the Snow White Motel and Other Stories Hardcover 9781773060477 $18.95 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 9 - 12 Aug 01, 2020
Where Are You, Agnes? Hardcover 9781773061405 $18.95 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 4 - 8 Aug 01, 2020
The Bird in Me Flies Hardcover 9781773062600 $18.95 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 9 - 12 Aug 01, 2020
Born Epic, Born Trans Our Stories of Growing Up Trans and Changing the World Paperback 9781787752597 $21.95 YOUNG ADULT NONFICTION Age (years) from 10 - 16 Aug 21, 2020