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Pendragon: The Reality Bug
by D. J. MacHaleThe adventure continues as Bobby Pendragon hits the territory of Veelox and discovers the ultimate virtual reality. It appears that Veelox has achieved perfect harmony and all seems peaceful. But appearances can be deceptive - Veelox is dying and Bobby must wipe-out the pending disaster of the Reality Bug. But once Bobby enters Veelox's virtual world - and sees his long-lost family - will he be able to resist the lure of the ultimate escape?
Pendragon: Blackwater
by D. J. MacHaleJust when Bobby Pendragon thinks he finally understands his purpose as a Traveller he is faced with an impossible choice. Arriving on the beautiful yet primitive territory of Eelong, Bobby finds himself at the bottom of the food chain when he is confronted by the ferocious half-human / half-cat species called Klee. But something is terribly wrong and Bobby soon discovers that the inhabitants of Eelong are in danger of being wiped out by a mysterious plague. In order to save Eelong Bobby realises he must break all Traveller rules... endangering himself, his friends and the future of all other territories ~ but can he do it?
Pendragon: The Rivers of Zadaa
by D. J. MacHaleThe struggle for good versus evil continues as Bobby Pendragon follows the demon, Saint Dane, to the territory of Zadaa, home of the Traveller, Loor. Zadaa is on the brink of all out war and Saint Dane is ready to push things over the edge - unless Bobby can stop him. But, the rules have changed, and with the destruction of the flume on Eelong leaving two fellow Travellers trapped, can our 21stcentury hero find the strength to outwit an evil tyrant and bring Zadaa to a truce?
Pendragon: Quillan Games
by D. J. MacHaleWhen Bobby Pendragon arrives on the territory of Quillan, he discovers a whole new meaning to the word competition! Quillan is heading for destruction, the people have lost control of their own future and are struggling just to survive. The only chance they have of finding a better life is to play the Quillan Games, but this is more dangerous than you would think. Game masters Veego and LaBerge have created a world filled with competition using the people of Quillan as pawns in their crazy computer-driven games. To triumph in the games is to live the life of a king, but to lose is to die! Pendragon realises the only way to save this troubled territory is to beat Veego and LaBerge at their own games and dismantle their nightmare fun house. But there is a lot at stake for Bobby Pendragon, more than he could ever have imagined... Let the games begin!
Pendragon: The Soldiers of Halla
by D. J. MacHaleNine battles for nine territories have brought Bobby Pendragon to where he is now: The final showdown. Bobby and the rest of the travellers must join forces in an epic war against Saint Dane, not only for one last territory, but for all of Halla. Every secret is at last revealed, the truth uncovered... But, is Bobby Pendragon ready to fight Saint Dane for everything that matters most in order to save all that was, is, and ever will be?
Pendragon: The Pilgrims of Rayne
by D. J. MacHaleWhen Bobby Pendragon first arrives on the tropical world of Ibara, he finds paradise. There is beauty all around and the people of Ibara are blissfully happy. It's not long before Bobby discovers, however, that they are also blissfully...oblivious. The leaders of Ibara are keeping a devastating secret from their people, one that gives Saint Dane all the opportunity he needs to launch his final assault on Halla. While Bobby struggles to learn the truth in time to thwart Saint Dane, Courtney Chetwynde desperately searches for Mark Diamond. On the heels of a shocking tragedy, Mark has disappeared. Worse, he seems to be under Saint Dane's influence. It's up to Courtney to find Mark and stop him from making a grave mistake that could change the future of all existence.
Time Quake
by Linda Buckley-ArcherThe catastrophic consequences of time travel are now impossible to ignore. Lord Luxon has set his sights on the ultimate prize: America, while, abducted to 1763, Peter and Kate begin to understand that history has arrived at a tipping point. Transformed into an oracle, Kate is able to see the future as easily as the past. Gideon does all he can to help, but he is tormented by the knowledge that The Tar Man, his nemesis, is also his brother. As they pursue him through the dark streets of eighteenth-century London, and the time quakes begin, Peter realises that this monster may hold the fate of us all in his hands.
Case File #1 First Contact
by David LewmanThe Rabbids are crazy, silly, and hilarious--and in this start to an illustrated chapter book series, they're under investigation! The Rabbids have landed their yellow submarine-shaped spacecraft on Earth, and they are all set to wreak havoc everywhere they go. That is, unless the SGAII-RD (Secret Government Agency Intruder Investigations--Rabbids Division) can stop them! In Case File #1: First Contact, it's Special Agent Glyker's first day on the job at the SGAII-RD, and his mission is to observe the Rabbids, figure out what motivates them, and then STOP them! The wily Rabbids are simply full of extreme curiosity, but because of the chaos they constantly cause, Agent Glyker is convinced they have an agenda. Peek into Glyker's top-secret files and laugh along as the Rabbids stay one step ahead of the poor agent...for now! Rabbids TM & © 2014 Ubisoft Entertainment.
Case File #3 The Accidental Accomplice
by David LewmanIn this third book in the hilarious and zany illustrated chapter book series, Agent Glyker's quest to uncover the Rabbids' secrets continues! Agent Glyker of the SGAII-RD (Secret Government Agency for the Investigation of Intruders, Rabbid Division) has just been promoted to Secret Agent Second Class, and that means one thing: he now has his very own key to the Closet of Super-Secret Spy Gadgets. With all those neat devices at his disposal, he's sure to capture a Rabbid in no time...right? Agent Glyker soon discovers that capturing a Rabbid won't be as easy as he had hoped because while he has gained gadgets, the Rabbids have gained an ally. A very crafty, cunning ally named Courtney. She may look like an innocent teenager, but Agent Glyker is sure that Courtney is helping the Rabbids with their top-secret plan...whatever that may be! Peek into Glyker's top-secret files and laugh along as the Rabbids stay one step ahead of the bumbling agent...for now! Rabbids TM & © 2014 Ubisoft Entertainment.
Case File #4 Rabbids Go Viral
by David LewmanIn this fourth book in the hilarious illustrated chapter book series, Agent Glyker builds a robot Rabbid and attempts to infiltrate the Rabbids to learn their secrets! When a video of the Rabbids wreaking havoc at a birthday party goes viral, Director Stern of the SGAII-RD (Secret Government Agency for the Investigation of Intruders, Rabbid Division) tells Agent Glyker that this is the last straw--the Rabbids must be stopped! Luckily, Glyker has a new plan: infiltration. Once his robot Rabbid is among the Rabbids and they've accepted it as one of their own, Glyker will be able to figure out what their plan is and put a stop to it. At least, that's the idea... Peek into Glyker's top-secret files and laugh along as the Rabbids stay one step ahead of the poor agent...for now! Rabbids TM & © 2015 Ubisoft Entertainment.
Case File #6 Rabbids Road Trip
by David LewmanAgent Glyker has been trying to catch a Rabbid ever since he joined the SGAII-RD (Secret Government Agency for the Investigation of Intruders--Rabbid Division), but his last encounter with the Rabbids has left him in deep trouble--and on administrative leave. With his entire career hanging in the balance, Glyker knows the only way to save his job would be to finally catch a Rabbid...no matter what it takes. When a popular reality show, The Astonishing Trek, comes to town and the Rabbids are drawn out of hiding, Glyker thinks he's hit the jackpot! But if he wants to follow the Rabbids, who are following the contestants of the show, he'll have to travel all over the world. Can Glyker finally succeed at catching the Rabbids? Can he even afford the plane ticket? Rabbids TM & © 2015 Ubisoft Entertainment
Case File #5 Rabbids Get Access
by David LewmanAgent Glyker of the SGAII-RD (Secret Government Agency for the Investigation of Intruders-Rabbids Division) is finally getting a chance to prove himself. Director Stern is going on vacation and leaving him in charge! Not only will Glyker get to pretend he's really, really important, but he will also have full access to the Closet of Super Secret Spy Gadgets. It's a dream come true... Or is it? When the Rabbids follow Glyker back to the office, they end up raiding the gadget closet, and steal all the best gadgets--including some that are so highly experimental, the secret agents aren't even allowed to use them yet. With top-secret gadgets in the hands of the Rabbids, there's practically no end to the mayhem they can cause! Can Glyker save the city from disaster? Can he even save his job? It's a race against the clock as Glyker scrambles to clean up his mess before Director Stern returns! Rabbids TM & © 2015 Ubisoft Entertainment
Cracking Up with the Rabbids
by David LewmanLaugh alert! The second illustrated joke book starring the curious, fearless, crazy Rabbids will have you cracking up! Hold on to your plungers...Hide your toilet brushes...Because the Rabbids are coming! They've already invaded the planet we humans call home, and now they're taking over this joke book! Get ready to guffaw as they invade the funny farm, the gym class jokes, and even the potty humor pages! Rabbid or not, here they come! This book includes black-and-white (and Rabbid all over!) illustrations throughout. Rabbids TM & © 2015 Ubisoft Entertainment.
Case File #7 Red Carpet Rabbids
by David LewmanThe Rabbids invade Hollywood in the seventh book of this hilarious illustrated chapter book series! After winning the popular reality competition The Astonishing Trek, the Rabbids are up for an award for Best Non-Human Contestants to Win a Competitive Travel Show. Agent Glyker is still on leave from his job at the SGAII-Rabbid Division, so the awards committee hires him to track the Rabbids down and make sure they show up to accept their prize. Now, instead of trying to catch the Rabbids, Agent Glyker is supposed to lure them to Hollywood! Can he get them to the red carpet? And if he does, what kind of trouble will they cause when they get there? Rabbids TM & © 2016 Ubisoft Entertainment.
Jess's Story
by Deborah Marcero Christine Heppermann Ron KoertgeThe second book of the Backyard Witch series, by acclaimed authors Christine Heppermann and Ron Koertge, starring Ms. M, the witch who the Horn Book calls "a combination of Mary Poppins and a stand-up comedian." A must-have for newly independent readers and fans of Ivy + Bean, Clementine, and the Food Network!Jess is a superstar on the field and on the court. Soccer, basketball, baseball, tennis--you name it, she loves it. But she's a disaster in the kitchen, much to the dismay of her chef mother. When Jess's mom gets a chance to work in a famous kitchen for a week, Jess and her friends, Sadie and Maya, try to help out by making dinner. And . . . let's just say that it goes up in flames. Enter Ms. M, the mysterious witch who appears right when you need her! Ms. M is a heroine to rival Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle and Ms. Frizzle. She doesn't save the day herself, but she helps everyone save it for themselves.Short chapters filled with illustrator Deborah Marcero's striking, lively black-and-white illustrations make the Backyard Witch series a must-have for young middle grade readers. Includes a recipe and information about cooking and gardening.
Teddycats
by Mike StoreyBill is a young Teddycat, which means he's one of the most special--and mysterious--animals in the jungle. Teddycats can climb higher than any other mammal around. And because the Teddycats can climb so high, they get to live way up in the highest branches of the tallest trees, in a well-hidden and protected place called Cloud Kingdom.There are a lot of perks to Teddycat life, but there's also a lot of responsibility--and rules--that come with it. Here are some things that Teddycats CANNOT do: * Use their super-strong, razor-sharp claws for anything except climbing or life-or-death situations * Reveal their existence or the location of Cloud Kingdom to humans and other predators And the number one thing that Teddycats can definitely, no matter what, NEVER do: * Bring outsiders into Cloud Kingdom That last rule is the most serious one of all. Unfortunately, it's also the rule that Bill breaks one fateful day, when he brings his buddy Luke, an Olingo, up into Cloud Kingdom. All of a sudden, predators are circling, the ground beneath Cloud Kingdom is littered with human traps, and the Teddycat sanctuary is under attack. Their secret has been exposed, and Bill's in danger of being banished for his crime. When a baby Teddycat is trapped and taken by a potentially vicious human, Bill knows he has to make things right. Along with a brave but ragtag team of comrades, he sets out into the jungle, determined to fight for the future of his species. Will curiosity kill the Teddycats? Or will Bill find a way to claw his way out of this mess?
This Is Not the Abby Show
by Debbie Reed FischerFans of Joey Pigza, Meg Cabot, and Because of Mr. Terupt will root for hilarious, one-of-a-kind Abby as she navigates ADHD, middle school, family, and friendships. Abby was born for the spotlight. Now it's her time to shine! Abby is twice exceptional--she is gifted in math and science, and she has ADHD. Normally, she has everything pretty-much-sorta-kinda under control. But when Abby makes one HUGE mistake that leads to "The Night That Ruined My Life," or "TNTRML," she lands in summer school. Abby thinks the other summer school kids are going to be total weirdos. And what with her parents' new rules, plus all the fuss over her brother's bar mitzvah, her life is turning into a complete disaster. But as Abby learns to communicate better and finds friends who love her for who she is, she discovers that her biggest weaknesses could be her greatest assets. Hilarious and heartwarming, This Is Not the Abby Show is for everyone who knows that standing out is way more fun than blending in.
Together Forever! (National Geographic Kids Chapters)
by Mary QuattlebaumA fluffy chicken and a pup on wheels? A goat and a donkey who are inseparable? Lion, tiger, and bear best friends? <P><P>This new chapter book features all kinds of heartwarming, awww-inspiring -- and completely true -- stories about animal friendships. <P><P>So funny, sweet, and filled with engaging photos, fast facts, and fascinating sidebars, that you can't help but want to cuddle up and read about these unlikely pairings and animal best buddies.
The Essential Odyssey
by Homer Sheila Murnaghan Stanley LombardoThis generous abridgment of Stanley Lombardo's translation of the Odyssey offers more than half of the epic, including all of its best-known episodes and finest poetry, while providing concise summaries for omitted books and passages. Sheila Murnaghan's Introduction, a shortened version of her essay for the unabridged edition, is ideal for readers new to this remarkable tale of the homecoming of Odysseus.
Phillis Sings Out Freedom
by Ann Malaspina Susan KeelerIn the fall of 1775, General George Washington was struggling to find a way to fight the British so that the colonies could be free from England. Phillis Wheatley, an African American poet who herself had struggled to gain freedom, decided to write Washington a poem of encouragement. Ann Malaspina's inspiring story shows the life and times of these two brave people who did so much to lay the foundation of our country.
The Groundhog Day Book of Facts and Fun
by Paige Billin-Frye Wendie C OldThis book of facts and fun provides plenty of information about groundhogs and the origin of Groundhog Day. Groundhog riddles and ideas for throwing a Groundhog Day party are included.
We Adopted You, Benjamin Koo
by Linda Shute Linda Walvoord GirardA story of interracial adoption about nine-year-old Ben, who was adopted from Korea, and who has questions about his adoption.
Pilgrim Cat
by Doris Ettinger Carol Antoinette PeacockWhen young Pilgrim Faith Barrett discovers a stray cat on the Mayflower, she names her new friend Pounce. Together they face the long, cramped voyage and the perils of the first winter at the Plymouth colony. But in the summer, Pounce vanishes. When Faith finds her cat, the wonderful reason for Pounce's disappearance becomes clear. At the harvest celebration that fall, there is much for Faith to be thankful for!
Atomic Ace and the Robot Rampage
by Jeff WeigelAtomic Ace may be a superhero, but he's still a normal dad with a son. And Ace's son sometimes finds life a little boring. It's an ordinary day for Ace and his family until the evil Roboconqueror accidentally sends his mechanoid army after Ace's son instead of Ace himself. Suddenly a dull day at school is turned into a race against robots! With Ace busy in space diverting a meteor threat, who will be on Earth to save the day? Atomic Ace and the Robot Rampage is a welcome sequel to Jeff Weigel's acclaimed graphic story Atomic Ace (He's Just My Dad). Readers will thrill to another adventure as Ace and his super family lead the way to victory!
Atomic Ace (He's Just My Dad)
by Jeff WeigelSo what's it like living with Atomic Ace, a dad who battles robots and can fly? It's not as weird as you might think--after all, Ace is always there to fix Saturday lunch and play ball with his son. Mom is just Mom and Dad is just Dad--they're a normal family! And a normal dad can sometimes mess up. That's what happens when Atomic Ace meets his ruthless nemesis, Insect King. This normal family is stressed!