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  Boppy the Brave Bumblebee

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  Boppy is looking hard to find a very special treasure...

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  The Curious Vanishing of...

  G.Z. Schmidt

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  Tonight, we will deal swift justice. 
  And by “we,” we mean you. 
   
  One week before All Hallows' Eve, in the tiny mountain town of Nevermore, an unexpected party invitation is issued to an eccentric group of townspeople. 
   
  Among them is an heiress, a spy, and an alchemist. 
   
  There is also a thief, an impostor, and a hypnotist. 
   
  There is a child, too—perhaps like you—who keeps his eyes and ears wide open at all times. 
   
  Each of them has a story. 
  Each of them knows a secret. 
  But which of them is responsible for the curious vanishing of Beatrice Willoughby? 
   
  Fans of The Westing Game and “Clue” will savor every plot twist and turn in this witty tale of a murder mystery party that’s deadly serious!

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  The Witch and the Nightingale

  Wiley Blevins

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  In this updated retelling of the Brothers Grimm’s “Jorinda and Joringel,” a shape-changing witch protects her privacy at all costs. 
  When the engaged couple Jorinda and Jacob stumble into the witch’s part of the forest, she takes them captive. The hateful witch changes Jorinda into a singing bird. Will her fiancé save her, or will the witch keep her singing bird caged forever?

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  Chilling Ghost Tales

  Sequoia Kids Media

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  Brrr! Did you feel a shiver down your spine? Crack open this book to read spine-tingling stories about ghosts, ghouls, and more! Young readers will love these ghostly tales, perfectly paced to read alone or share around a campfire.

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  Thor Speaks! - A Guide to the...

  Vicky Alvear Shecter

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  He’s big and strong and fearless. He’s … Thor! 
  Meet the Nordic god of thunder! Thor is a happy god—unless you make him  
  angry. Then he might shake the earth and topple mountains. So stay on his good  
  side as he takes you on a journey across the rainbow bridge to Middle Earth and  
  beyond, to mysterious Nordic realms filled with frost giants, dark elves, and  
  plundering Vikings. In this engaging and humorous work of nonfiction, Thor offers  
  a wildly entertaining introduction to Norse mythology.

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  Coleopterology - The World of...

  Mike Crawford

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  Beetles, belonging to the order Coleoptera, represent the largest group of insects, with over 400,000 described species and many more likely undiscovered. They account for nearly 40% of all known insects and about 25% of all animal life forms. Their sheer diversity, adaptability, and widespread presence make them one of the most successful groups in the animal kingdom. From the glistening metallic hues of jewel beetles to the formidable jaws of stag beetles, their forms and functions are incredibly varied, contributing to their ecological significance. 
  One of the key features that distinguish beetles from other insects is their hardened forewings, known as elytra. These protective wing cases cover the delicate hindwings and the dorsal side of the abdomen, shielding them from damage and desiccation. When beetles fly, the elytra lift to allow the hindwings to unfold and propel the insect. This unique adaptation has allowed beetles to explore diverse habitats, from rainforests and deserts to freshwater environments. 
  Beetles play essential roles in ecosystems. Some are decomposers, breaking down dead plants and animals and recycling nutrients back into the soil. Others are pollinators, contributing to the reproduction of flowering plants. Predatory beetles help control the populations of other insects, acting as natural pest control agents. Meanwhile, some species have specialized relationships with plants, fungi, or even mammals, highlighting their ecological versatility.

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