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  The Unlikely Heroes Club

  Kate Foster

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  Five dog-loving autistic kids have a mission to accomplish—and a mystery to solve—in a delightful ode to idiosyncrasies from the author of All the Small Wonderful Things.  
    
  Eleven-year-old Oli is spending his spring break at Heroes Club, where autistic kids like him can build friendships and learn about their emotions. Sounds fun, right? No. Nothing like a week of forced socialization and emotional learning to ruin summer break. Oli just wants to be home, where it’s familiar, not so boring, and he can play games on his phone. But when Oli and the other kids at the club see a stray dog who keeps disappearing into a soon-to-be-demolished building across the street, they hatch a daring rescue plan to save the dog before it’s too late. It’s going to take bravery, some seriously smart teamwork, and a few broken rules to make a difference. For Oli and his new friends in the Heroes Club, making use of their unique talents and perspectives—together—will be a challenge. But doing the right thing is entirely worth it. The Unlikely Heroes Club is a celebration of friendship and community that is sure to make your heart sing.

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  Apollo and Artemis: The Origins...

  Editors Charles River

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  “Apollo’s history is a confusing one,” said the renowned poet and mythologist Robert Graves. This notion is also illustrated in the above quote from the 6th century BCE Homeric Hymn to Apollo, which gives the reader a brief glimpse into the confusion surrounding Apollo’s multi-faceted nature. The quote comes from the end of an episode in which Apollo is traversing the known world, looking for a place to build a temple to himself. Once he lands upon a place of his liking, however, he realizes that he needs to populate it with priests who would ‘guard’ and care for its ceremonies. Rather than depend upon those ‘glorious tribes’ to supply his temple with sycophants, Apollo has no patience for chance, and flies down to a Cretan merchant ship, landing on it in the form of a timber-shaking dolphin. After terrifying the merchants, he tells them that their lives in the sea trade are over, and they are to be priests at his temple from then on. Cautioning the merchants to eschew piracy and ‘keep righteousness’ in their hearts, while simultaneously confronting and sequestering them captures the youthful god’s capricious character quite well. 
  Artemis had one of the most widespread cults in the Greek world, perhaps due to her connection to nature, which can be a ubiquitous antagonist or boon-giver. Her association with nature may also explain why she was one of the oldest deities in the Greek pantheon, although her appearance in the Mycenaean Linear B script is still contested. Etymology often gives modern readers a better idea of the earliest form of a deity, but Artemis's is confusing. She is often associated with mythic qualities (such as "maidenhood" and "purity") and even non-Greek origins. The latter is as unsurprising as the former, since Artemis had a large following throughout Greece and across Asia Minor, where her most famous temple, one of the Seven Wonders of the World, resided. It was in the Near East where Artemis represented wilder characteristics.

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  Bedtime Roars - Safari Stories...

  Elena Chapman

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  Hello, young adventurers! Welcome to the captivating world of "Bedtime Roars: Safari Stories For Little Explorers." Close your eyes and let your imagination soar as we embark on a thrilling journey through the wonders of the jungle. Before we dive into our first adventure, I want you to take a deep breath and picture yourself surrounded by towering trees, curious critters, and the gentle rustle of leaves in the breeze. Can you feel the excitement tingling in the air? That's the magic of the safari, and it's waiting for us to explore together. In this audiobook, you'll encounter a delightful array of characters—from courageous rhinos to melodious songbirds—all eager to share their tales with you. But remember, dear listener, these stories aren't just for entertainment. They're filled with valuable lessons about bravery, friendship, and the beauty of our natural world. So as you listen to the adventures of Sammy, Rufus, Mira, Toby, Spark, and many more, I invite you to let your imagination run wild. Close your eyes and envision the vibrant colors of the jungle, the soothing sounds of the savannah, and the gentle whispers of the wind. Are you ready to join me on this incredible journey? Let's embark on this wild safari together!

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  The Secret Door

  Minda Gomez

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  Immerse yourself in the world of the Martinez Kids, three spunky bilingual children who have some exciting adventures! 
  Their elderly Mexican neighbor Don Toño invites their family to join him in his virtual reality invention (hidden in an inconspicuous garden shed), which allows them to experience life as animals. Join the kids as they scamper through the trees as squirrels, swim through the oceans as dolphins, whales, and sharks, and swing through a Mexican rainforest as spider monkeys. 
  This colorful, illustrated chapter book will capture the imaginations of your children. It is great for kids to read on their own, and is also a wonderful family read-aloud that will spark great conversations about important themes. As the kids navigate situations like peer pressure and the temptation to steal, their experiences in real life and in the animal world will lead them to draw their own conclusions. Go to www.mindagomez.com for discussion questions that can guide your family's conversations after you read each adventure. 
  In addition, this book offers a fascinating glimpse into a bicultural Mexican-American family where English and Spanish blend naturally. Their Papi and neighbors Don Toño and Doña Rosa are positive examples of Mexicans living in the United States.  
  Children and adults alike will be intrigued by this unique take on animals, culture, values, and imagination. Learning Spanish is fun with the Martinez kids!

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  I'll Be There (And Let's Make...

  Amy Weatherly, Jess Johnston

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  Read by the authors. 
  In a challenging world, making friends as a kid is tough. Luckily, authors Amy Weatherly and Jess Johnston are back with a new spin on their successful friendship book for women--this time to help tween and teen girls struggling with those awkward adolescent years gain their courage and confidence by learning to make real and lasting connections with friends. 
  An honest and humorous take on the connection between self-acceptance and community, I'll Be There (And Let's Make Friendship Bracelets) is a how-to for practicing time-tested skills to establish quality friendships and navigate their ups and downs. For any girl who's ever felt uncomfortable in their own skin or is still healing from "friendship hurt," this book will teach themhow to find and keep friends who accept and love them for who they are;the importance of making friends off screen;to stay confident and kind in the thick of mean-girl culture; andhow to "break up" with comparison and become a cheerleader for their friends. 
    
  I'll Be There (And Let's Make Friendship Bracelets) will encourage and reassure girls by showing them the value and importance of healthy friendships. Whether breaking it down independently or in a friend group, they're guaranteed to connect with the book's insightful activities and candid content. 
  From the supermom team that brought you I'll Be There (But I'll Be Wearing Sweatpants) comes a compulsively readable and highly interactive map for girlhood and friendship with a clear message: life in our crazy and chaotic "plugged-in" world is more fulfilling surrounded by real-life friends. 
  Fun quizzes, word searches, infographics, journaling prompts, coloring pages, and a how-to guide for creating DIY friendship bracelets are included in the audiobook companion PDF download.

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  Last Keeper The (The Dream...

  Kathryn Butler

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  Book 5 Concludes the Dream Keeper Saga, an Adventure for Middle-Grade Readers Steeped in Magic, Mystery, and Glimmers of Hope
  After a worldwide quest to save the planet from Eymah and his nightmares, Lily is now racing to escape the dark caverns of the Realm. Joined by Keisha, Adam, and their magical friends, she fights Eymah's monsters in an unrelenting battle of ice and fire. When she meets an elder centaur along the way, Lily learns about an ancient scroll that foretells the last keeper—one who prepares the way for the arrival of the prince. Could it really be her? In her final fight to defend the earth and the Realm, Lily relies on her faith in Pax's promise: that he will return and make all things new.
  The thrilling conclusion to the Dream Keeper Saga takes middle-grade readers on an adventure filled with talking dragons, monsters, wizards, and more. Mixing fantasy with Christian themes, this audiobook invites families to reflect on and discuss God's story of redemption.
  
  - Ideal for Middle-Grade Readers and Families: Includes kids' favorite fantasy and adventure elements, with imaginative new characters and settings they'll love
  - Christian Themes: Invites readers into deep conversations about the gospel and theological issues, including faith, sacrifice, and salvation
  - Book 5 in the Dream Keeper Saga: This thrilling story concludes the adventure series by Kathryn Butler

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