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  90 Miles to Havana

  Enrique Flores-Galbis

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  When Julian's parents make the heartbreaking decision to send him and his two brothers away from Cuba to Miami via the Pedro Pan operation, the boys are thrust into a new world where bullies run rampant and it's not always clear how best to protect themselves.90 Miles to Havana is a 2011 Pura Belpre Honor Book for Narrative and a 2011 Bank Street - Best Children's Book of the Year.

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  What's the Difference? - 40+...

  Emma Strack

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  Crocodile or alligator? Virus or bacteria? This fun book “covers all kinds of things that get lumped together but have some important differences” (The Picture Book Review).   What distinguishes a mandarin orange from a clementine, an iris from a pupil, a tornado from a cyclone, and a bee from a wasp? The difference is in the details!   This illustrated extravaganza distills the distinctions between an impressive collection of pairs—from animals to food to geography and more—offering enlightening trivia, amusing tidbits, and unforgettable facts in a fun format. Young readers can dip in quickly to feed their curiosity, or delve into the details and stay awhile. With a bold, graphic art style and an accessible, smart text, this miscellany collection will enrich probing minds . . . or is it “brains”?

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  Bible 01-03: Genesis Exodus and...

  King James

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  Immerse yourself in the timeless wisdom and captivating narratives of the Bible with "Bible 01-03: Genesis, Exodus, and Leviticus." This audiobook brings to life the foundational books of the Old Testament, offering a rich and powerful exploration of creation, the deliverance of the Israelites from slavery, and the laws and rituals that guided their lives. From the epic stories of Adam and Eve, Noah's Ark, and the exodus from Egypt, to the detailed instructions for worship and communal living, this audiobook invites you to discover the profound teachings and historical accounts that have shaped cultures and inspired generations. With the majestic prose of the King James Version and its timeless relevance, this audiobook offers a transformative journey through sacred scriptures.

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  The Unofficial Heroes of Olympus...

  Natalie Buczynsky, Richard...

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  “A useful and entertaining guide . . . can be enjoyed by any reader with an interest in mythology, whether they have read The Heroes of Olympus or not.” —Blogcritics 
   
  In the ancient world, the gods and their heroic half-blood children were legendary. Now in the modern world, they regain their glory in the pages of Rick Riordan’s captivating novels. Providing everything you’ll need to become a Hero of Olympus, the book looks back at the stories of Percy Jackson while exploring how Riordan hints at but keeps readers guessing what’s in store for Jason, Piper and Leo. 
   
  In this handy companion, the Olympic gods are fully detailed, from origin and family relationships to famous tales and an expressive illustration, including: 
   
  Zeus • Hera • Poseidon • Athena • Apollo • Aphrodite 
   
  The vast array of other gods and fantastical creatures are also cataloged:Atlas—who literally carries the weight of the world on his shouldersKronos—a Titan who swallows his newborn childrenPersephone—a kidnapped goddess who becomes queen of the UnderworldMinotaur—a half-bull, half-man imprisoned in a labyrinthHydra—a poisonous serpent who grows two heads when one is severedSirens—deadly nymphs whose irresistibly beautiful singing lures sailors to their doom 
   
  IMPORTANT NOTE TO READERS: This book is an independent and unauthorized fan publication.

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  Freddy and the Space Ship

  Walter R. Brooks

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  The lovable characters from Bean Farm took off for Mars in Benjamin Bean’s fabulous space ship but Mrs. Peppercorn’s fiddling with the controls knocked them off their course and landed them in a far more strange place than they had prepared for.

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  Circus in the Sky

  Nancy Guettier

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  “A story that illustrates the constellations in a new and beautiful way” from the author of Mermaids on Mars and Jude’s Moon (Making Them Readers).  Circus in the Sky is a gorgeously illustrated tale of a little boy who believes he is the ringmaster of the night sky. Poetic and magical, it will inspire parents and kids to want to learn more of the universe and its wonders.   “This little gem is a delightfully entertaining read. Julian dreams he is the ringleader of the constellations in Circus in the Sky. He discovers Leo the Lion, the Gemini twins and the rest of the sky’s 88 constellations.” —MySocialGoodNews.com   “A wonderful lesson of the constellations in our night sky. The story is told through the imagination of a young boy named Julian as he dreams he is the ringleader of a circus in the sky. As the tent floats among the stars the various famous constellations are introduced. Constellations like Orion the Mighty Hunter, Ursa Major and Ursa Minor and the seven sisters.” —Observations from a Simple Life

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