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This title presents an illustrated, fun, narrative approach to science. Young readers will love uncovering the solutions to these quirky mysteries! This title includes experiments that readers can try themselves. It is aimed at children aged 9 to 12 years old. Science super-sleuths Drake Doyle and Nell Fossey are back - this time in a never-before-published addition to the popular series! They've got an exciting collection of cases, too: Are ghosts and ghouls keeping Edgar Glum awake? Have aliens invaded Mossy Swamp? What's the crooked game everyone's losing at the carnival? And why is the town bridge going bananas? Kids will have fun following the clues - and learning about such real scientific principles as amplification, ecosystems, magnetic fields and more. Plus, budding Doyles and Fosseys will find actual experiments to try!

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Michele Torrey holds a degree in microbiology and immunology. In addition to the Doyle & Fossey mysteries she has written many other books for young people. Barbara Johansen Newman's work has been featured in numerous magazines, newspapers, calendars, cards and more than a dozen children's books.

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  Howl with laughter with the SEVENTH book in the hilarious full-colour, illustrated series, Dog Man, from the creator of Captain Underpants! The Supa Buddies have been working hard to help Dog Man overcome his bad habits. But when his obsessions turn to fears, Dog Man finds himself the target of an all-new supervillain! Meanwhile, Petey the Cat has been released from jail and starts a new life with Li'l Petey. But when Petey's own father arrives, Petey must face his past to understand the difference between being good and doing good. Dav Pilkeys wildly popular Dog Man series appeals to readers of all ages and explores universally positive themes, including: empathy, kindness, persistence, and the importance of being true to ones self. Full colour pages throughout.   OTHER BOOKS IN THE SERIES Dog Man (book 1) Dog Man: Unleashed (book 2) Dog Man: A Tale of Two Kitties (book 3) Dog Man and Cat Kid (book 4) Dog Man: Lord of the Fleas (book 5) Dog Man: Brawl of the Wild (book 6) Dog Man: Fetch-22 (book 8)

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Big Nate, a.k.a. middle schooler Nate Wright, is eleven years old, four-and-a-half feet tall, and the wunderkind creation of cartoonist Lincoln Peirce. Nate is also the star of six novelized books to be published by HarperCollins, the first of which debuted on the New York Timeschildren's best-seller list. Big Nate Out Loudcollects Peirce's Big Nate strips, originally published only in newspapers and online at comics.com.

For those not familiar with Big Nate, think Diary of a Wimpy Kid meets Calvin and Hobbes. Nate is a self-described genius and a sixth-grade Renaissance man equipped with only a #2 pencil and the unshakable belief that he is destined for greatness (a fortune cookie told him so). He fights a daily battle against overzealous teachers, undercooked cafeteria food, and all-around conventionality. He's the original rebel without a clue, alternately abrasive and endearing to classmates and teachers alike. Throughout Peirce's Big Nate Out Loud, Nate blazes an unforgettable trail through the sixth grade, earning straight A's in laughs (and numerous detentions) along the way.

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Twins Alex and Aaron Stowe are put to the ultimate test to fulfill their destinies and save both Quill and Artimé from the deadliest enemy the cities have ever faced in the thrilling conclusion to the New York Times bestselling Unwanteds series, which Kirkus Reviews called The Hunger Games meets Harry Potter.

Head mage Alexander Stowe and his friends successfully fended off the latest threat to their magical world of Artimé with the help of a surprise ally. United at last, theyre exploring exciting new territory. But old enemies have secretly been plotting against them, and danger strikes when theyre most vulnerable.

Now Alex must lead his people in a final epic battle, one they cant hope to win alone. Loyalties will be tested, and powerful new abilities will emerge on both sides of the war that could change everything.

Will Artimé finally know peace or will all that Alex and his people have fought for be destroyed forever?

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Big Nate, a.k.a. middle schooler Nate Wright, is eleven years old, four-and-a-half feet tall, and the wunderkind creation of cartoonist Lincoln Peirce. Nate is also the star of six novelized books to be published by HarperCollins, the first of which debuted on the New York Times children's best-seller list. This Big Nate Collection collects Peirce's Big Nate strips, originally published only in newspapers.

For those not familiar with Big Nate, think Diary of a Wimpy Kid meets Calvin and Hobbes. Nate is a self-described genius and a sixth-grade Renaissance man equipped with only a #2 pencil and the unshakable belief that he is destined for greatness (a fortune cookie told him so). He fights a daily battle against overzealous teachers, undercooked cafeteria food, and all-around conventionality. He's the original rebel without a clue, alternately abrasive and endearing to classmates and teachers alike. Throughout Peirce's Big Nate Collection, Nate blazes an unforgettable trail through the sixth grade, earning straight A's in laughs (and numerous detentions) along the way.

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The New York Times bestselling Wings of Fire series soars to new heights in this graphic novel adaptation. The dragonets struggle to fulfil the prophecy and - somehow - end the war. One will have the power of wings of fire . . . Sunny has always taken the Dragonet Prophecy very seriously. If Pyrrhia's dragons need her, Clay, Tsunami, Glory, and Starflight to end the war, she's ready to try. She even has some good ideas how to do it, if anyone would listen to her. But shattering news from Morrowseer has shaken Sunny's faith in their destiny. Is it possible for anyone to end this terrible war and choose a new SandWing queen? What if everything they've been through was for nothing? Buried secrets, deadly surprises, and an unexpected side to scavengers are all waiting for her in the shifting sands of the desert, where Sunny must decide once and for all: Is her destiny already written? Or can five dragonets change their fate and save the world . . . the way they choose? An epic dragon fantasy series for 9+ readers, perfect for fans of Warrior Cats by Erin Hunter With vibrant and captivating illustrations by Mike Holmes, this is a one-of-a-kind reading experience The Wings of Fire series has been a New York Times bestseller Over 30 Million copies in print! Reviews for the Wings of Fire series: ""It was a really exciting book to read, and I enjoyed it very much."" - William, aged 9 [The Dragonet Prophecy] ""I read this with my 7-year-old and it was just incredible. If you love reading anything about dragons and enjoy reading graphic novels then I highly recommend this book.""  Tracey, parent [The Dragonet Prophecy] ""I loved it! I really felt like I was in the book."" - Thea, aged 11 [The Hidden Kingdom] ""This was an incredible book, and I would definitely rate this an 11 out of 10!!!"" - Thane, aged 10 [The Lost Heir] ""One of the best graphic novels that I've ever read."" - Toby [The Dark Secret]

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Enid Blyton's books have sold over 500 million copies and have been translated into other languages more often than any other children's author. She wrote over 700 books and about 2,000 short stories, including favourites such as The Famous Five,The Secret Seven, The Magic Faraway Tree, Malory Towers and Noddy. Born in London in 1897, Enid lived much of her life in Buckinghamshire and adored dogs, gardening and the countryside. She died in 1968 but remains one of the world's best-loved storytellers.

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My sister, Thea, had discovered an enormouse old castle built by the founder of New Mouse City! She and Trap dragged me along with them to explore it. Inside, we found one hundred keys...but only ninety-nine doors to unlock. What mysterious room did the hundredth key open? It was up to us to find it and reveal its secrets!

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The New York Times bestselling Wings of Fire series soars to new heights in this graphic novel adaptation. Peace has come to Pyrrhia for now. The war between the tribes is finally over, and now the dragonets of the prophecy have a plan for lasting peace: Jade Mountain Academy, a school that will gather dragonets from all the tribes and teach them to live together, perhaps even as friends. Moonwatcher isnt sure how she feels about school, however. Hidden in the rainforest for most of her life, the young NightWing has an awful secret. She can read minds, and even see the future. Living in a cave with dozens of other dragons is noisy, exhausting  and dangerous. In just a few days, Moon finds herself overwhelmed by her secret powers and bombarded by strange thoughts, including those of a mysterious dragon who might be a terrible enemy. And when someone starts attacking dragons within the academy, Moon has a choice to make: Stay hidden and safe? Or risk everything to save her new friends? An epic dragon fantasy series for 9+ readers, perfect for fans of Warrior Cats by Erin Hunter With vibrant and captivating illustrations by Mike Holmes, this is a one-of-a-kind reading experience The Wings of Fire series has been a New York Times bestseller Over 30 Million copies in print! Reviews for the Wings of Fire series: ""It was a really exciting book to read, and I enjoyed it very much."" - William, aged 9 [The Dragonet Prophecy] ""I read this with my 7-year-old and it was just incredible. If you love reading anything about dragons and enjoy reading graphic novels then I highly recommend this book.""  Tracey, parent [The Dragonet Prophecy] ""I loved it! I really felt like I was in the book."" - Thea, aged 11 [The Hidden Kingdom] ""This was an incredible book, and I would definitely rate this an 11 out of 10!!!"" - Thane, aged 10 [The Lost Heir] ""One of the best graphic novels that I've ever read."" - Toby [The Dark Secret]

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The New York Times bestselling Wings of Fire series soars to new heights in this graphic novel adaptation. Glory knows that the dragon world is wrong about her being a lazy RainWing. Maybe she wasnt meant to be one of the dragonets of destiny, but Glory is sharp and her venom is deadly  even if thats still a secret. So when the dragonets seek shelter in the rain forest, Glory is devastated to find that the treetops are full of RainWings that nap all day and know nothing of the rest of Pyrrhia. Worst of all, they dont realise  or care  that RainWings are going missing from their beautiful forest. But Glory and the dragonets are determined to find the missing dragons, even if it drags the peaceful RainWing kingdom where they never wanted to be  into the middle of the war.  An epic dragon fantasy series for 9+ readers, perfect for fans of Warrior Cats by Erin Hunter With vibrant and captivating illustrations by Mike Holmes, this is a one-of-a-kind reading experience The Wings of Fire series has been a New York Times bestseller Over 30 Million copies in print!   Reviews for the Wings of Fire series: ""It was a really exciting book to read, and I enjoyed it very much."" - William, aged 9 [The Dragonet Prophecy] ""I read this with my 7-year-old and it was just incredible. If you love reading anything about dragons and enjoy reading graphic novels then I highly recommend this book.""  Tracey, parent [The Dragonet Prophecy] ""I loved it! I really felt like I was in the book."" - Thea, aged 11 [The Hidden Kingdom] ""This was an incredible book, and I would definitely rate this an 11 out of 10!!!"" - Thane, aged 10 [The Lost Heir] ""One of the best graphic novels that I've ever read."" - Toby [The Dark Secret]