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  Gravebooks

  J. A. White

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  Return to the world of Nightbooks . . . if you dare. Dead stories—and dead witches—are back to haunt Alex and Yasmin. To find a happy ending, Alex will have to write it, in this sequel to Nightbooks from acclaimed author J. A. White.  
  Alex thought he was done with witches. But when Natacha, the witch who held him captive for scary stories, appears again one night, Alex realizes he’s trapped in a nightmare—literally. She’s found a way to enter his dreams with a new, terrifying familiar named Simeon. And they once again want Alex to write. Transported to a story graveyard with best friend Yasmin, Alex will have to complete an original scary story each night. 
  But what does Natacha plan to do with his finished stories? And what makes a story good enough? While Natacha might have control of the beginnings, only Alex has the power to write the ending. 
  Readers can delight in a spooky story while also exploring the craft of writing alongside Alex. As he writes his own scary tales, he learns about plot twists, active characters, identifying originality, and accepting feedback, as well as dealing with writer’s block—making this an ideal book to read for fun or use in classrooms.Perfect for Halloween readingFeatures light scaresA charming cozy seasonal pick

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  Lepidopterology - Butterflies...

  Mike Crawford

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  Lepidopterology is the branch of entomology dedicated to the study of butterflies and moths, which together make up the order Lepidoptera. This field examines their anatomy, behavior, life cycles, ecological roles, and evolutionary history. Scientists and enthusiasts alike have contributed to a growing body of knowledge that enhances our understanding of these fascinating insects and their importance in ecosystems. 
  The study of Lepidoptera dates back centuries, with early naturalists documenting species variations and their transformations. One of the earliest references comes from Aristotle, who noted the metamorphosis of caterpillars into winged adults. In the 17th and 18th centuries, scientific classification systems began to take shape, with Carolus Linnaeus organizing butterflies and moths within his broader taxonomy of life. As entomology advanced, researchers uncovered more details about their lifespans, migration patterns, and interactions with other species. 
  Beyond taxonomy, lepidopterology explores the critical role butterflies and moths play in the environment. Many species serve as pollinators, aiding in the reproduction of flowering plants. Their presence in an ecosystem can also indicate environmental health, as they are highly sensitive to habitat changes and climate fluctuations. Conservationists rely on butterfly and moth populations to assess biodiversity and detect ecological imbalances caused by deforestation, pollution, or climate change.

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  A Feast Beneath the Moon -...

  Christiane Duchesne

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  Once upon a time there were four friends who always had oodles and oodles of fun together. After their last adventure full of surprises, a sudden torrential rainfall forces Bertie and gang to take shelter atop Blue Mountain. When they emerge, they encounter an extraordinary girl named Alice, who can grow big or small at the snap of her fingers. Together, they spend a magical night singing and dancing under the moon and shooting stars. A sequel to "A Picnic in the Sun", this imaginative musical tale is interspersed with four beloved traditional songs and 14 original tracks performed with pizzazz and emotion.

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  The Good Monsters

  Theodore Lowry, Majik Kids

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  Marlin lives a resourceful life on the edge of a bustling port town, relying on his wits and the loyal companionship of Marlimon—a magical, purple-furred monster who can only be seen by Marlin. Together, they scavenge the market, share secret games, and fend off loneliness. But when Marlin’s world is turned upside down, he is forced to leave his hidden treehouse and, with his few remaining magical clamshells, embarks on a journey to reconnect with Marlimon and find his true family. Along the way, he discovers a mysterious girl, Coral, who also has a magical monster and shares Marlin’s silver-eyed, sea-born heritage. Guided by clues, the two uncover their underwater roots and face a choice between their land-bound life and a mystical world of belonging below the waves. The Good Monsters is a captivating tale of courage, friendship, and discovering home in the most unexpected places.

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  Zhen Yu and the Snake

  Erica Lyons

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  In long ago China, a girl named Zhen Yu wanders away from her father at a busy market. A mysterious fortune teller helps Zhen Yu’s father find her, but also warns him that one day his daughter will be bitten by a snake on her wedding night. Years later, as Zhen Yu is dressing for her wedding, a knock comes on the door. Although it is her wedding day, she is not too busy to show kindness to a stranger. She opens the door, sticking her hairpin into the silk wall, unknowingly killing the lurking snake that the fortune teller had foretold. “It was the mitzvah of giving to the poor that kept you safe,” says her father. Based on the Talmudic tale of Rabbi Akiva’s daughter and a snake.

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  Night Coach

  Sequoia Kids Media

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  Never take a coach when you can ride a horse! That's what Red the Cowboy learns after finishing a cattle drive one night. When something spooks his horse, Red has to catch a ride home on a mysterious night coach—and gets spooked himself!

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