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  Score Out

  Melisa Torres

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  Meet Carmen and her teammates; strong diverse girls reaching their goals! 
   
   
   
  Carmen Alvarez is new to competitive gymnastics, and it isn't quite what she expected. Her Level Four season is having a rough start with silly mistakes and several falls. Carmen continues to work hard. But just when she has competition figured out, she learns she must score a 34.00 All-Around to be eligible for Level Five. What will Carmen do if her season ends without getting the coveted 34.00 All-Around? Can she talk her family and coaches into letting her attend one more meet to try to get the score? And if she can get to another meet, will she be able to score out? 
   
   
   
  Perfect Balance Gymnastics Books teach girls to be kind to each other, flexible in life, courageous, strong, and most of all, confident. The books set the listener in the world of gymnastics. The characters are relatable and have age appropriate challenges. Each book explores a major life lesson that empowers girls to understand their own inner strengths.

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  The Little Mermaid

  Hans Christian Andersen

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  Dive into a magical underwater world with "The Little Mermaid" by Hans Christian Andersen, now available as a captivating audiobook. In this timeless fairy tale, listeners will be swept away by the enchanting story of a young mermaid who dreams of a life above the sea. 
  As the narrative unfolds, listeners will follow the journey of the courageous mermaid as she defies the wishes of her father, the sea king, and risks everything to pursue her heart's desire. From her encounter with the handsome prince to her ultimate sacrifice for love, "The Little Mermaid" is a tale of longing, sacrifice, and the power of true love. 
  Perfect for listeners of all ages, this audiobook delivers a spellbinding performance that will transport listeners to a world of wonder and enchantment. Whether you're a child discovering the magic of Andersen's fairy tales for the first time or an adult seeking a nostalgic journey back to childhood, "The Little Mermaid" promises to captivate and delight. 
  So, if you're ready to experience a timeless tale of love, courage, and self-discovery, start listening to "The Little Mermaid" today and immerse yourself in a world of magic and adventure beneath the waves. Start Listening to "The Little Mermaid" today!

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  John Calvin

  Simonetta Carr

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  In this attractive volume, Simonetta Carr introduces young readers to the life, thought, and work of one of the most famous Reformers of the Christian church. She tells about the life of John Calvin from his birth to his death, placing him within the troubled context of the sixteenth century. She also introduces Calvin's writings in a way that children will desire to know more about his ministry and influence.  Readers will come to know Calvin's personality, his devotion to God and the church, and the personal challenges he faced. They will understand the struggles the early Reformed church faced at that time, not only surviving attacks of the Roman Catholic Church, but also achieving a clear identity and a unified doctrine. They will also have a glimpse of life in sixteenth-century Europe, stricken by pestilence, poverty, and wars. Simply written, and full of interesting facts, this book makes a great gift for children of this rich Reformed heritage.

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  Unbutchered

  Dr. Luke Gordon

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  One of the last baby boomers, Luke Gordon, was born in the mining town of Boksburg, South Africa to catholic parents. He grew up in a family of five children in a middle-class neighbourhood.His father was a teacher, and his mother worked as a typist to make ends meet. Luke was raised by his nanny, Sarah, as his surrogate mother.Although his parents were not well-to-do, he enjoyed a happy childhood. His parents scraped and scrounged to ensure that their children could get university degrees to enjoy a better life than they had.As a small boy, he was inspired by his family's GP - a caring and kind Jewish doctor. Those were the days when doctors still did house calls. When he was sick as if by magic, a bottle of cough syrup and some antibiotics made him feel better in no time.In this, the first book in his serialised memoir, he describes his childhood and school years. He chronicles his university years at medical school and his time spent becoming a plastic and reconstructive surgeon.Returning to the community in which he grew up, he sets up his practice, and it thrives.One day, he has a seemingly minor tiff with an old cantankerous plastic surgeon. The fallout of this trivial incident would only manifest ten years later with catastrophic consequences….

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  Night Ride into Danger: CBCA...

  Jackie French

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  Six mysterious passengers and seven dark secrets. Who can be trusted? 
    
  It's a dark and dangerous journey for the Cobb and Co night mail coach, but when his coach-driver father is injured, young Jem Donovan must take the reins. 
  Surely a boy like Jem can't handle a team of four horses and guide the coach on a rough bush track through fog and untold dangers?  
   But there are six passengers on the coach tonight, each with a secret. 
  And if Jem can't get them all to their destination by morning, the seventh secret could be deadly ...AWARDS 
  Longlisted - ARA Historical Novel Prize 2021 (Children's and Young Adult Category) 
  CBCA Notable Book 2022 
  Shortlisted - Davitt Awards 2022 (Children's Crime Novel Category)

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  Case of High Stakes A: New for...

  Sophie Cleverly

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  The third title in this breakout new detective series, from the author of the spine-tingling Scarlet and Ivy series. 
  When a large diamond goes missing from Silvershell Manor, who better to get to the bottom of the mystery than detective Violet Veil and her dog Bones. 
  But nothing is quite as it seems when it comes to the missing heirloom and when a trail of origami birds leads them to the mysterious Crane, a young casino owner and debt collector, Violet realises that it’s all just turned into a game of high stakes … 
  This sequel to Sophie Cleverly's children's historical fiction takes young readers on a thrilling journey filled with mysteries and high stakes. With the help of her dog Bones, Violet Veil must uncover the truth behind the missing diamond and the mysterious Crane, making this a must-read for any juvenile reader. 
  For fans of Robin Stevens (Death Sets Sail), Shannon Messenger (Unravelled.5), Ann M. Martin (Kristy and the Walking Disaster), Katie Kirby (The Mega-Complicated Crushes of Lottie Brooks), and Nancy Springer (Enola Holmes and the Black Barouche). 
  HarperCollins Children’s 2024

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