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Otis and Peanut volume 1
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Owlkids Books
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[2023]
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"A long-haired guinea pig and a naked mole rat may seem like unlikely friends, but Otis and Peanut perfectly support one another's quirks and foibles. A graphic novel in the spirit of Frog and Toad, these three delightful stories explore themes like friendship, grief, fear of change, and belonging, and they do it in a light and humorous way that will warm the hearts of every reader. In "The Haircut," Otis worries about getting a haircut because he's...
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Newbery Award-winner Beverly Cleary delivers a humorous portayal of the ups and downs of sisterhood. Both the younger and older siblings of the family will enjoy this book.
Having a little sister like four-year-old Ramona isn't always easy for Beezus Quimby. With a wild imagination, disregard for order, and an appetite for chaos, Ramona makes it hard for Beezus to be the responsible older sister she knows she ought to be…especially when Ramona...
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A laugh-out-loud funny middle-grade debut with a scary twist, My Zombie Hamster will appeal to readers who like their animal stories mixed with chills.
Matt Hunter is looking forward to Christmas-actually, he's looking forward to receiving the latest sword-and-fantasy video game. But Matt's parents have other thoughts-they give him a fluffy little hamster called Snuffles. But the hamster isn't all that cute, especially after part of its cheek...
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Take your readers beyond the world of dogs and cats with Unique Pets! In this title, they will discover the sugar glider's kitelike patagium, amazing gliding abilities, and social nature. Easy-to-read text introduces the behaviors, size, appearance, natural habitat, diet, reproduction, development, and care and keeping of this prized marsupial. Large, full-color photos show off the sugar glider's special features. Your readers are unique individuals....
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Ferrets are playful pets that are always on the move. But these cute critters need more than play. They require special care! This engaging text serves as a ferret care primer, with information about ferret personalities, food, games, cages, and more. Special features such as a profile, a supply list, and a care duties checklist offer additional knowledge about ferret care.
7) My Pet Rat
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Rats are friendly pets that love to chew. They happily nibble snacks. Then they give themselves baths! These critters make great pets, and this title proves it. The book is a guide for pet rat care, including what they eat, where they live, and how they play. The fun text combines with a profile, a supply list, and a care duties checklist to create an engaging primer on pet rats!
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A prickly hedgehog curls into a ball. Time to hide! These shy pets may be cute, but they need help staying healthy! This fun title explores hedgehog care, from how these pets behave to what they eat, how they play, and where they sleep. Additional features such as a profile, a supply list, and a care duties checklist offer even more information on caring for a pet hedgehog.
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A sugar glider takes a big leap! It glides to a high shelf across the room. This critter can glide up to 165 feet! Sugar gliders may be cute, but they need a lot of care. This fun text teaches readers how to keep pet sugar gliders healthy, including how to feed, house, and play with them. A profile, a supply list, and a care duties checklist offer even more sugar glider care tips!
10) Ralph S. Mouse
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Presents the further adventures of a motorcycle-riding mouse who goes to school and becomes the instigator of an investigation of rodents and the peacemaker for two lonely boys.
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Prairie dogs live in underground homes called burrows. The burrows are made of many tunnels and chambers. A burrow helps prairie dogs hide. It keeps them safe from predators. Find out more in Prairie Dog Burrows,
a title in the Nature's Engineers series. Nature's Engineers is a series of AV2 media enhanced books. Each title in the series features easy-to-read text, stunning visuals, and a challenging educational activity. A unique book code printed...
12) Beaver Dams
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A beaver dam is made of rocks, logs, branches, and mud. These materials stop the flow of the stream and create a large, still pond. Find out more in Beaver Dams, a title in the Nature's Engineers series. Nature's Engineers is a series of AV2 media enhanced books. Each title in the series features easy-to-read text, stunning visuals, and a challenging educational activity. A unique book code printed on page 2 unlocks
multimedia content. These books...
13) Runaway Ralph
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Ralph runs away looking for freedom but winds up a prisoner at a summer camp.
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Hamstersaurus Rex volume 2
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When Hamstersaurus Rex is wrongly blamed for destruction caused by Squirrel Kong in the school science lab, Sam Gibbs works to clear his friend's name before Hammie is sent to a home for troubled pets.
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Ebenezer Scrooge is a cranky old mouse who is only concerned with his business and making money. Scrooge things Christmas is just a waste of time. But on the night of Christmas Eve three ghosts visit him, taking him on a journey through his past, present, and future. His experience could change him forever and teach him the true meaning of Christmas!
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Geronimo Stilton volume 72
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When a celebrated goldsmith from Hawaii creates a necklace for a famous actress, rumors that the necklace is about to be stolen prompt Geronimo Stilton's investigation to identify the thief.
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Hamstersaurus Rex volume 3
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Sam Gibbs and his super-strong tiny buddy, Hamstersaurus Rex, keep encountering creepy abnormal objects at their school, like a floating sports jersey and a runaway go-kart. Sam doesn t believe in ghosts, but he has to admit that the hauntings are getting weirder . . . and more dangerous. Could bizarre mutant animals be the cause? At Horace Hotwater, they often are.
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Geronimo Stilton volume 77
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Geronimo Stilton is the publisher of The Rodent's Gazette, Mouse Island's most famouse newspaper. In his spare time, Mr. Stilton enjoys collecting antique cheese rinds, playing golf, and telling stories to his nephew Benjamin. He lives in New Mouse City, Mouse Island. Visit Geronimo online at www.scholastic.com/geronimostilton.
20) Squirrels
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Check out the sneaky squirrel! As part of the Backyard Animals series, this book introduces the unique features of this wild animal. The text covers this mammal's habitat, life cycle, physical characteristics, diet, and defenses. Also included are a range map and a body diagram. In the sky or on the ground, backyard animals are all around! Checkerboard Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing Company.
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