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  Lucky Duck

  Chris Kurtz

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  From the critically acclaimed author of The Adventures of a South Pole Pig comes a heartwarming middle grade animal adventure story about Frank, the odd one out in a family of ducks, who discovers both his courage and unique identity as he braves the unknown to save his family from an invading fox.  
  Between his unusually giant feet and early hatching, Frank is notably different from his siblings Darryl and Darlene. 
  Determined to make his mom proud, Frank strives to be the best duckling he can be. Despite his efforts, Frank seems drawn to unduckly pursuits and doesn’t understand why certain rules exist, such as not speaking to the friendly turtle who moonlights as a rock. 
  When the pond community is threatened by a fox, Frank is the one to venture into the forest where danger—and discoveries—lurk at every turn on his quest to save his home. 

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  Silver is the Moon - How a girl...

  Jennifer Durrant

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  Silver is the Moon is a true story about a girl born blind on the island of Corsica in 1923. Josée grows up surrounded by a loving family on a farm not far from the sea. She feels like all the other kids in the village until they go to school, and she can’t join them.  
  To compensate, Josée’s family reads to her every day to show her the world until she learns to read Braille on her own. Josée is inspired by all the characters she meets, and one day, takes courage from Little Red Riding Hood when she volunteers to carry a suitcase by train for the French Resistance.

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  While We Wait

  Bee Johnson

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  From the bestselling author of What Can a Mess Make? comes a charming audiobook about a brother and sister who discover the unexpected delights of life's in-between moments while running errands with their mother. This audiobook features sound design and special effects to enhance your listening enjoyment. Listen out for the sounds of the farmers market and the patter of rain on the sidewalk!With joyful rhymes, this audiobook invites listeners to discover beauty in patience and cherish the opportunity of boredom.Thunder rumbles.Clouds hang low.No umbrella!Where to go?Speckled sidewalk.Stormy weather.While we wait,we squeeze together.Filled with the highs and lows of a long day out, this story gently reminds us of the joy in simple moments spent together."Karissa Vacker's gentle voice ripples with mirth." —AudioFile on What Can a Mess Make?A Macmillan Audio production from Henry Holt & Co. (BYR)

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  Mya meets Elin or Love meets Light

  Kate Rouse

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  Mya meets Elin or Love meets Light is a spiritually inspired novel for young people aged 14 and up. Kate Rouse wanted to share ideas from her previous book, A Spiritual Handbook for the Modern Era, in a readable and memorable form which would appeal to a younger audience. 
  Mya is a troubled, 14-year-old girl who is experiencing bullying at school. She meets Elin, a lovely, wise woman, in the forest near her home. Elin becomes Mya's mentor as their friendship grows through frequent rendezvous. Elin teaches Mya about coping with difficulties and becoming spiritually aware. Different chapters represent various themes as each conversation becomes a lesson on topics such as nature and the world as it is. 
  Many young people may feel worthless and pessimistic at times. They may experience anxiety about their own lives and the current world situation. Mya meets Elin or Love meets Light has been written to give them some insight and hope when, at times, things may only seem bleak. The book is here to amplify love and light.

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  Episode 12: The Precious Gift

  Laurent Aknin, Patrick Hinz

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  Zoe, Harvey, Graham, Beth and Lassie are forced to interrupt their hike on the valley glacier when they notice that its peak is in danger of collapsing. Beth seems hugely upset at the idea. Later, when Lassie notices Beth's car parked at the foot of the glacier, Harvey realizes that his mother has been hiding something from him. Despite the danger, he sets out to look for her with Zoe and Lassie.

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  Stella Diaz to the Rescue

  Angela Dominguez

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  In Stella Díaz to the Rescue, the latest in this beloved series from award-winning author Angela Dominguez, Stella learns that sometimes the best way to help others is just to be there for them when times get tough. 
   
   
   
  It's a new calendar year, and Stella is determined to make it her best one yet. 
   
   
   
  Not only are Stella and her family finally becoming United States citizens, but the Sea Musketeers are also presenting their plastics pledge to the school council. With her trusty schedule in hand, Stella is ready for anything! 
   
   
   
  But after life takes unexpected turns, Stella will have to fight to keep her perfect year on track. 
   
   
   
  Not to worry, because Stella Diaz is to the rescue! Right?

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