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This is the latest adventure in the series that has won the Newbery Award. Powerhouse author Katherine Applegate invites readers back into Ivan's world for one last adventure--his most exciting yet.Ivan has been happily living in a wildlife sanctuary, with his friend Ruby next door in the elephant enclosure, frequent visits from his canine friend Bob, and his mate Kinyani by his side. And in the happiest turn of all, Ivan and Kinyani have welcomed a set of twins to their family!Ivan loves being a papa, even though it can be hard sometimes. But as he navigates the joys and challenges of parenthood, he can't help but recall his life before the glass walls of the mall circus, his own childhood in the jungle--and his own twin.In the tradition of timeless classics like Charlotte's Web and Stuart Little, The One and Only Family is a poignant, delightful, heartbreaking, unforgettable final foray into the world of Ivan, the world's favorite silverback.

"Duck, Duck, and Goose encounter an interesting and unlikely new friend during their migration south for the winter"--

An instant New York Times bestseller!A stand-alone companion to the national bestsellers A Wolf Called Wander and A Whale of the Wild.Exiled from his band, a young, wild horse must find his way across treacherous terrain to reunite with his family after being captured for the Pony Express. Horn Book calls A Horse Named Sky "engrossing and fast-paced." This Voice on the Wilderness novel is an enthralling survival story about wild horses, family bonds, and a changing environment. Young colt Sky was born with the urge to run. Alongside his band, he moves across the range searching for fresh water and abundant grazing. But humans have begun to encroach on Sky's homelands. With fewer resources to share, Sky knows that he must leave if his family is to survive. He hopes that one day he'll be strong and brave enough to return and challenge the stallion to lead the herd.Being a lone wild horse in a vast landscape is not easy, and things get even more dangerous when Sky is captured and forced to run for the Pony Express. Now, against all odds, Sky must find a way to escape and reunite with his family.A Horse Named Sky is a stand-alone companion novel to Rosanne Parry's New York Times bestsellers A Wolf Called Wander and A Whale of the Wild. Chronicling the perils of westward expansion and the grueling Pony Express from the perspective of a wild horse, A Horse Named Sky is a gripping animal survival story about family, courage, trust, leadership, and loyalty. Impeccably researched and illustrated in black-and-white throughout, A Horse Named Sky is an excellent read-aloud for parents and teachers and a wonderful choice for fans of DreamWorks' Spirit and Anna Sewell's Black Beauty.Includes black-and-white illustrations throughout, a map, and extensive back matter about wild horses and their habitats.

"When a twelve-year-old girl named Cleo and her cat, Muffin, become the newest members of PURR (Peace Urgently Requires Reasonableness), a secret society of cats fighting for peace, they aren't exactly sure what they're getting themselves into. Then, PURR discovers that KLAW (Cats Loving Awful Warfare), an evil secret society of cats, is planning to send dogs to space for ransom. PURR tasks Cleo to infiltrate KLAW as a secret spy so together they can stop them. It will take the intelligence, confidence, and tenacity of a feline to save the world from KLAW's evil plans. Does Cleo have what it takes?"--

Three Tournaments. Four Elements.Victory Comes at a Price.Let the Grimoire Games Begin!Hayden finally rescued her father from Lilith's torture, but to get the answers she so desperately seeks, Hayden must master water magic and wake Hunter from his magical coma. When the mysterious Thea appears on Asylum's doorstep, she hopes this powerful child, the Heart of Earth, can revive her father.But healing Hunter isn't Hayden's only motivation to master water - the Grimoire Games have begun! Hayden refuses to miss the international witch competition, even if she must secretly compete as a water witch. But the Grimoire Games take an unexpected twist when some unlikely allies crash the first tournament to pledge their loyalty to the Salem Witch.As Hayden juggles the Grimoire Games, her new demon friends, and passing her Trial, an unmasked Lilith unleashes her demon armies on the human and witching worlds. With a Daughter of Apollo, the Nephilim twins, and the Heart of Earth, Hayden's circle has never been more powerful. Will Hayden's friends vanquish Lilith before the world descends into Darkness?The Nephilim's Glory is the third installment in an urban fantasy series intended for readers ages ten and above who love Percy Jackson and Avatar: The Last Airbender.

In Rivaldo Villegas's collection of short stories, Exit Childhood, each story, set in fantastical worlds, revolves around someone not quite ready to give up their youth for the daunting existence of adulthood.Life and Magic revolves around Thea, a young witch who just likes to have fun with her friends, but if Thea doesn't improve her grades, she'll be kicked out of school and won't be able to hang out with them anymore. In her pursuit to make something of herself, Thea decides to change her attitude, but by doing so, she may lose the very thing she was fighting so hard to keep.An Adventure Story follows a young man, Oleksander Lviv, on his quest for an enchanted flower to save his father. He, along with his new friends, encounters several new people and struggles, forcing our protagonist to grow up in his adventure in the great unknown.In Vision Quest, Ahigo is sent away from his village to become a man. Ahigo struggles as he tries to do what his family would want of him and his own inner morals. Ahigo learns that he can be a man, yet still be true to himself.In our final story, The Keahi Family, a young girl is sent to spend her summer break with her grandmother. At first, she finds the trip boring and would much rather be in sunny California with the rest of her family. But as she gets to know her grandmother better, she realizes that her family history is more youthful than she thinks

When Stella walked into her art class and was greeted by her favorite teacher Mrs. Casper, she never could have predicted that today's assignment would be her greatest challenge yet. Is it possible that Stella can use her disappointment to create her most treasured piece of artwork?

All her life, Wildflower has loathed the existence of white men. They've killed her people, robbed them of their lands, and disrupted their peace. She has high hopes for a better future, for herself and the rest of her people. After an unexpected attack interrupts Wildflower's and her friends' shenanigans, they are forced to flee for their lives. Alone in the wilderness, they attempt to travel to safety, in Canada, where all the other tribes have escaped the white men. However, some problems arise, and Wildflower is soon separated from the group and captured by white soldiers. After waking up, she realizes she was rescued from death by a young white man, about her age, fifteen. Arthur Hurst saved her with a lie, one that will determine her long-desired future. The strong-willed, brave, and stubborn Wildflower must pretend to negotiate with the rich and arrogant Mr. Francois Bington French III over the lives of the Native Americans. Arthur has warned her of Francois's fiendish intentions, which disillusions Wildflower. How is it that Arthur is different, even though he resembles his white brothers? Why is he helping her? Will they succeed? Or will they fall to the evil arms of Francois and his army of soldiers? Or will Princess Wildflower finally overpower and make them regret ever wronging her and her people?

A tale of magic and culture, defiance and courage, justice, and myths made real that readers everywhere can greatly enjoy! (Reedsy review)Join Emilia, her Grandfather Anzi, her best friend Miguel, and Calista the Bear on a life-changing adventure where together they discover a lost history, an ancient myth, and the incredible surprise of who Emilia really is, or rather who she could be if she survives the challenge! But it's not just about her, their entire village could be ruined!The Biggest Bear follows Emilia as she unravels a recurring dream with her grandfather that leads them both on an epic adventure where she discovers the secret of her past and who she really is - if she could only accept it. Meanwhile, Emilia and her fast friend, Miguel, uncover a corrupt scheme to destroy their way of life that puts her at odds with her father. Along the way, Emilia comes to understand how history and destiny are intertwined, and how to put bullies to good use! But can she accept what that means to save her friends, her family, and herself?The Biggest Bear is a multi-generational, adventure about self-discovery, personal empowerment, and cultural justice with just enough magic to make you wonder.

Imagine a new kid arrives in town, only to find that someone in his class shares the same name. What would you do if you were in the same situation? This children's book is the perfect tool to teach kids the importance of recognising commonalities and there is no need for competition. Get ready to join the fun, and see what unfolds in this heartwarming tale.

Twelve-year-old Bobby Dalton doesn't want to grow up. All his life, he has relied on the imaginary games of childhood with his best friends Joe and Max to get him through the tough times. But this all changes when his Seventh-Grade class buries a time capsule to commemorate the end of the 1980s. Now Bobby is being haunted by visions: ghostly doppelgangers of himself, his friends, and others. He calls them "déjà view." Are these visions real, or has his imagination finally gotten away from him? And if they're real, what do they want? Bobby needs to figure this all out to survive his childhood...and his life.From the author of the award-winning Danger Peak, Déjà View is a darkly funny coming-of-age dramedy with a sci-fi twist, cranked up to eleven. But even more, it's at once a pulse-pounding thrill ride and a haunting portrait of paranoia, mental illness, and the unbearable sadness of growing up.

Manda Panda and her mother just moved from China. It isn't anything like the forest and open land of her previous home. Can Manda find any reasons to enjoy living in the Kingdom of Where You Live?

Timmy Meets the Dentist tells the story of a young boy's first trip to the dentist.

Eleven-year-old Noah, raised in isolation with only a robot boy for company, embarks on a quest across the sea to find his exiled father, only to lure trouble back home.

A globetrotting novel that takes a determined teen from Japan to Australia and to Argentina and Mexico on a quest to prove that humanity is more good than bad from the author of Let’s Get Lost and Before Takeoff.Isabel is having an existential crisis. She’s three years into high school, and everything she’s learned has only shaken her faith in humanity. Late one night, she finds herself drawn to a niche corner of the internet—a forum whose members believe firmly in one thing: that there are indeed people out in the world quietly performing impossible acts of heroism. You might even call them supers. No, not in the comic book sense—these are real people, just like each of us, but who happen to have a power or two. If Isabel can find them, she reasons, she might be able to prove to herself that humanity is more good than bad.So, the day she turns 18, she sets off on a journey that will take her from Japan to Australia, and from Argentina to Mexico, with many stops along the way. She longs to prove one—just one—super exists to restore her hope for the future.Will she find what she’s looking for? And how will she know when—if—she does?

Nevermoor meets Howl's Moving Castle in this engaging fantasy--the first in a duology--from acclaimed author Ryan Graudin. Perfect for fans of wizards, dragons, magical castles, spectacular spells, and a spunky cat who may not be what he seems. Wizard West was dead for nearly an entire day before he noticed. And it is up to Faye, the daughter of West's groundskeeper, to inform the wizard that he is a ghost who has lost all of his magical powers. (But not before the wizard tries transforming her into a cat!) To make matters worse, the enchanted castle of Celurdur--the only home that Faye has ever known--will fall apart at the next full moon if its foundation spells can't be renewed.After (sort of) accepting his demise, West decides to host a competition to choose his successor. Faye finds herself fighting to keep the tournament running smoothly behind the scenes: putting out kitchen fires, feeding the compost dragon, and making sure competitors stay away from the cockatrice pen. But killer roosters soon become the least of her worries. A servant of the evil Shadow Queen has sabotaged the contest--set on destroying not just Celurdur but the entire kingdom of Solum. It is up to Faye to stop him, but she'll need more than a mop. Will a maid's magic be enough to save everything she loves from utter destruction?

"When a blacksmith's apprentice witnesses a friend being killed by a legendary monster, he must decide between waiting for war in fear and silence, or risking everything to fight back. An extraordinary novel about friendship, tradition, obedience, and the monsters lurking behind every corner."--

From hilarious number one bestselling author, Katie Kirby, comes a brand-new Lottie Brooks story.Lottie Brooks is BACK and she's as BRILLIANT as ever!At long last Lottie and Daniel are an official couple and everything seems to be going brilliantly (except for Amber being increasingly mean and jealous, but what's new there?).Meanwhile Toby's new year's resolution is to get a dog, and for once Lottie and him see eye to eye. Pot Noodle, the cockapoo, becomes the newest member of the Brooks family. He's VERY cute but also not toilet trained AT ALL.Lottie soon finds having a new boyfriend and a new dog means she has little time for anyone else, leaving her best friends pretty upset. How is Lottie meant to keep everybody happy and stop Pot Noodle from pooing on the carpet?!Readers LOVE Lottie Brooks:My daughter couldn't put it down and read it in 2 days. Read at breakfast, walking downstairs, tea time, in the bath. My 9-year-old daughter devoured it in two nights, and all I could hear from her was giggling and the occasional "Mum! Listen to this! This is SO me!".My 12 year old reluctant reader took this book, read 100 pages in one night and proclaimed it 'the best book ever'Katie has managed to capture the essence of what this group think and feel in a positive, life-affirming fashion'Have you read all of Lottie's embarrassing diaries?Book 1: The Extremely Embarrassing Life of Lottie BrooksBook 2: The Catastrophic Friendship Fails of Lottie BrooksBook 3: The Mega Complicated Crushes of Lottie BrooksBook 4: Lottie Brooks's Totally Disastrous School-TripBook 5: The Completely Chaotic Christmas of Lottie BrooksBook 6: The Majorly Awkward BFF Dramas of Lottie BrooksAvailable to pre-order now: Lottie Brooks's Totally Essential Guide to Life

In every generation since the legendary 'whale rider', a male descendant inherits the title of chief. But now there is no male heir-there's only Kahu. She should be next in line for the title, but her great-grandfather is blinded by tradition and sees no use for a girl.But Kahu will not be ignored. And in her struggle, she has a unique ally: the ancient whale rider himself. With a fierce determination and the power of her gifts, Kahu may be able to strengthen her tribe's ancestral connections, earn her great-grandfather's attention-and lead her community to a bold new future.Can she embrace her destiny and become the next whale rider?

Get ready to dance to the beat of your dreams in this electrifying dance novel.Jay didn't choose to end up in England. Jay didn't choose to get into trouble. It all started with a wild bet that led her down an unexpected path. In Jay's world, this new life is a whirlwind of hip-hop dance and newfound friendships. But as her secret unfolds, Jay is forced into making the hardest decision of her life: to follow her childhood dream or stand by her friends.

Fearing her mother may leave again, eleven-year-old Tilly Gubbers tries to locate the amber necklace her mother gifted her and joins two others, Leon and Nell, in their own quests for objects that hold deeper significance.

"Izzy's a bass-playing werewolf. Geraldine's the ghost of an amazing jazz pianist. Delilah's the meanest drummer in town. They'd be the perfect trio to win the Battle of Bands...except Geraldine can't play a solo since she passed away, and Izzy and Delilah are at each other's throats at every opportunity. Can they work through their problems to win the competition, or will they be defeated by Delilah's ex-band and their villainous frontman, Dylan?"--