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"Jake volunteers at a nursing home because he likes helping people. He likes skating and singing, playing Bingo and Name That Tune, and reading mysteries and comics aloud to his teachers. He also likes avoiding people his own age . . . and the cruelty of mirrors . . . and food. Jake has read about kids like him in books--the weird one, the outsider--and would do anything not to be that kid, including shrink himself down to nothing. But the less he...
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Everett is a typical teen-age young man who finds growing up is full of changes as well as misadventures. Everett is involved in sports, school plays, school dances, learning to drive, and camping. See how he learns to cope with each situation and judge for yourself if he has made the right decision about himself. He learns that we all learn from our mistakes.
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"August, 1943. Fourteen-year-old Massimo is all alone. Newly orphaned and fleeing from Rome after surviving the American bombing raid that killed his parents, Massimo is attacked by thugs and finds himself bloodied at the base of the Montecassino. It is there in the Benedictine abbey's shadow that a charismatic and cryptic man calling himself Pietro Houdini, the self-proclaimed 'Master Artist and confidante of the Vatican,' rescues Massimo and brings...
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Dive into the fascinating world of big concepts with "Puzzling Patriarchy: Understanding Adult Words for Little Thinkers." Designed especially for the curious minds of the next generation, this book unpacks the dense idea of patriarchy, making it relatable, understandable, and actionable for kids. Through engaging narratives, vibrant illustrations, and thought-provoking questions, readers embark on a journey from historical fairytales to envisioning...
6) Crazy
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His mother has died. His father is going crazy. For fifteen-year-old Jason, the only relief as he tries to hold things together is the group of imaginary friends who offer guidance as he tries not to draw attention to his father's deteriorating condition-or to himself. But between the traumas of his childhood and the squalor and stress he's dealing with right now, Jason's attempts to remain invisible may not be enough. To find a solution to this very...
7) Pools
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One day, Lark and her friend Shelley, visit their neighbour, Ms Trowper, to fetch their ball from her garden. Ms Trowper is not her usual cheery self. She has a pool of water in her attic. She is convinced it is some kind of magic portal. She wants Lark and Shelley to see what's in it. The girls decide Ms Trowper is bonkers and make a hasty retreat. Later that night, Lark's mum insists she saw Lark's brother, Fin, and his 'sensible' friend, Mat, disappear...
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FANTASTIC TALES A collection of stories for the imaginative child, ranging from a colourful horse to a new, villainous creature trying to warp the minds of children at Christmas. THE LEPRECHAUNS VERSUS THE GIANTS Tired of the lack of respect Sideshow Sports gets, a Leprechaun basketball player picks a fight with a basketball team made up of Giants, hoping beating them would allow their league to grow. THE NAUGHTY LIST After their Christmas is cancelled...
9) Teen Boy's Success Book: The Ultimate Self-Help Book for Boys; Solid Advice in a Must-Read Book for
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It's all here - everything you need to know to become a man, no matter what your age. In this ultimate self-help book for boys, you will find successful life strategies, practical advice that works, and tips for teenage boys that no one else has ever told you before, and that no one else will ever tell you again. Read this book and discover for yourself:
7 Magic Words to Cool a Heated Argument and Open Any Door
How to Make People Trust You
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The whole school is getting in on the action when a contest is announced: The student who creates the best project on New Cairo's history will win a trip to the cool new water park in town. Charlie has a plan that can't lose-as long as he doesn't lose his life in the process. A short story from the acclaimed collection Guys Read: Funny Business, edited by Jon Scieszka.
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First published in 1928, now public domain in the USA and Canada, The Missing Chums is the fourth book in the Hardy Boys series. Follow Frank and Joe Hardy as they grapple with the unexplained disappearance of their closest friends, Chet and Biff, during a motorboat trip. The stakes are high, as Baldy Turk's gang think they've kidnapped Frank and Joe and, in a letter received by the Hardy Boys' Aunt Gertrude, are demanding ransom for their return....
12) This Is My Face
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The boys keep on learning through play in The Adventures of Liam & Landen series! Enjoy the family's unique blend of patience and humor as they raise their two rambunctious boys.
Liam and Landen have a new game in This Is My Face. Dad says, "The challenge is on - see how many faces you can make before the day is gone" The colorful, playful illustrations show many feelings kids need to name: "This is my happy, this is my sad, maybe I'm angry, this...
15) Aurius
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Aurius needs a hero. What it gets is Jacob Marshall.
Jacob is an unpopular, out-of-shape high school student who's never handled anything more dangerous than the senior football team. When he enters Aurius, however, he's ecstatic, because he knows this world intimately, and an escape from reality is all he ever wanted.
Yet, he soon discovers that this world is far more real than anything he left behind. Fighting for his life becomes the...
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"Mystery at Sea Edge: A Monterey Adventure" Mysteries are woven deep into the sands of Monterey, California. When young Wick Farrington finds himself spending summer at the Sea Edge house, little does he expect the adventures that lie ahead. Alongside his cousin Les, and his little sister Rindy, he is thrust into a world filled with shadowy figures on foggy dunes, clues found among crashing waves, and tales of lost ships and hidden jewels. As Wick,...
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English Gujarati Bilingual children's book. Perfect for kids learning English or Gujarati as their second language.Jimmy the little bunny doesn't start off knowing how to ride a two-wheeler bike like his big brothers. In fact, sometimes he gets teased for it. When Dad shows Jimmy how not to be afraid to try something new, that's when the fun begins.This children's book is part of a collection of short bedtime stories.This story may be ideal for reading...
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The Complete Cyber Teen Project Box Set: The Ultimate Collection Over 1600 pages of content! Dive into the exhilarating world of Nigel Watson and his team of teenage hackers and assassins as they navigate the treacherous terrain of the cyber realm. From cunning hackers to malevolent AIs, this series will have you on the edge of your seat from start to finish. This box set contains the complete Cyber Teen Project collection, ensuring that fans won't...
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Swahili English Bilingual children's book. Perfect for kids learning English or Swahili as their second language. Jimmy the little bunny doesn't start off knowing how to ride a two-wheeler bike like his big brothers. In fact, sometimes he gets teased for it. When Dad shows Jimmy how not to be afraid to try something new, that's when the fun begins.This children's book is part of a collection of short bedtime stories.This story may be ideal for reading...
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"Algarda: In Search of the Lost Amulet" is an exciting narrative that immerses readers in a charming world full of mysteries. The plot follows the journey of Carlos and his son, Miguel, in a magical village called Algarda, where peace is disrupted by an ambitious sorceress and a mysterious amulet.In this tale of adventure and courage, readers embark on a journey filled with challenges, joining brave and captivating characters in their struggle against...
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