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The Enchanted Kingdom is in a heat wave until the Ice Princess uses her magic mirror to make winter come- no wonder Kara and Zed are too hot. But the magic mirror is broken! And no one else wants to help the princess. Can Kara and Zed find out how to fix the mirror and bring back winter? Or will it be summer forever?
342) How to Be a Hero
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Once upon a time, there was a nice boy and his name was Gideon. He lived in a nice house, and he had nice parents and lots of toys. But Gideon wasn't satisfied. He wanted to be a hero. You know, a hero, with his name on the front page of the newspaper. That sort of thing. So how does anyone get to be a hero, anyway? Heroes have to be strong. Heroes have to be brave. Heroes have to be clever. Don't they? With wry humor, Florence Parry Heide and Chuck...
343) Mummies
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Blending real-life history and evidence with age-old myths, this book invites young readers to think critically about mummy legends and how they influence society. Text describes the characteristics of mummies, highlights historical accounts around the world, and offers examples from books, television, and film. Table of contents, fun facts, critical thinking questions, glossary, and index included. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated...
344) Werewolves
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Blending real-life history and evidence with age-old myths, this book invites young readers to think critically about werewolf legends and how they influence society. Text describes the characteristics of werewolves, highlights historical accounts around the world, and offers examples from books, television, and film. Table of contents, fun facts, critical thinking questions, glossary, and index included. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated...
345) The Ninjabread Man
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In this adaptation of the traditional Gingerbread man, Ninjabread Man escapes the Sensei, and defeats Ninja Bear, Ninja Snake and Ninja Mouse, only to be eaten by the clever Ninja Fox.
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Andrea Doss' beautiful art gives this timeless tale of adventure new life. The story of a kind young girl, her resourceful grandmother, and a big bad wolf has been a favorite for generations and this Flowerpot Press edition will continue the fun for at least one or two generations more... all the better to entertain to you with!
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Think fast with A.J. and Andrea from My Weird School!
Did you know that ancient Egyptians treated infections by putting moldy bread on them? Did you know that ancient Roman workers would stomp around barefoot in big tubs filled with urine to clean their clothes?
Learn more weird-but-true ancient history facts with A.J. and Andrea from Dan Gutman's bestselling My Weird School series. This highly illustrated series of nonfiction books features hundreds...
349) Noodle Magic
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Everyone has the magic within!
Grandpa Tu is famous for his special noodles, and as the emperor's birthday approaches, he teaches his granddaughter, Mei, the family trade. Mei struggles to find the magic needed to make noodles. Ultimately, she finds the magic--and the ability to succeed--within. Mei doesn't just make noodles--her magic noodles in varied shapes and sizes rain down from the sky!NOODLE MAGIC is written in the style of a Chinese folk...
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The bold, bright colors of India leap off the page in this picture book retelling of how Ganesha helped write the epic Hindu poem, the Mahabharata.
Ganesha is just like any other kid, except that he has the head of an elephant and rides around on a magical mouse. And he loves sweets, but when Ganesha insists on biting into a super jumbo jawbreaker laddoo, his tusk breaks off! With the help of the wise poet Vyasa, and his friend Mr. Mouse, Ganesha...
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The show must go on! Farmyard Security is a fractured fairy tale based on the story of Chicken Little. Follow Henrietta Hen as she calls in Farmyard Security when the sky begins to fall on her! This book provides information on putting on a production-including tips on sets, props, and costumes. An easy-to-follow script with color coding for character cues is ideal for readers' theater, puppet shows, or class plays. Teachers can download a free guide...
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Whiskers Sisters volume 1
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A letter from Mrs. Owl, the Whiskers Sisters' mail carrier, prompts Mia and Maya to plan a celebration. But their little sister, May, has been swept up in Mrs. Owl's mailbag! Soon May is in the woods having a wild afternoon. But will she make it home in time for the party?
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A little girl enters the snowy forest wearing a vibrant red scarf and holding a basket in hand. But don't be fooled-this is not a story about Little Red Riding Hood! The little girl soon meets, not an incredulous wolf, but rather a courteous, white bear. When asked what is in the basket she replies, "Nothing. I'm collecting snow, soft snow." The bear then leads her to the very best snow, which can only be found where the moon sleeps. Once they arrive,...
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Award-winning author Ying Compestine reimagines the classic fairy tale "Little Red Riding Hood" from a Chinese perspective
By now, you have probably heard the old folk tale about a girl in a red cape.
The truth is that the story took place here in China, there wasn't a woodsman, and I, the gentle wolf, certainly was not the one who ate them.
Here is the real story.
This is not the story you think you know. In this version of the classic...
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Jenny Sue Kostecki-Shaw's Papa Brings Me the World is a poignant picture book that celebrates the bond between parent and child, and follows their long-distance trip around the world.
Most parents drive a car or ride a bus or train to work-but not Lulu's papa. He navigates mountains, deserts, and oceans, each time returning home with pockets full of treasures. There's an ancient calculator from China, a musical mbira from Zimbabwe, and a special...
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It is the night before Christmas! When Marie receives a handsome wooden Nutcracker from her dear uncle, she's thrilled. But under the richly decorated tree that night, something magical happens . . . and when her toy Nutcracker transforms into a handsome Prince, Marie is whisked off to Toyland for a winter adventure she'll never forget! The Nutcracker is one of the world's favorite holiday stories, and Mary Engelbreit offers her vision of that joyful...
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Fairy Bell sisters volume 6
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"There are only ten days left until Christmas, and the Fairy Bell Sisters couldn't be more excited: this year, their big sister Tinker Bell is coming home to visit. Tink says she's going to treat her sisters to the very best Christmas by bringing presents and decorations from Neverland. Then she makes her sisters promise not to do anything to prepare for the holiday--they work hard enough already!"--Publisher's website.
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