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Trapped Behind Nazi Lines: The Story of the U.S. Army Air Force 807th Medical Evacuation Squadron
by Eric BraunIn the midst of World War II, a group of Army Air Force medical workers found themselves trapped behind enemy lines after surviving a plane crash. What followed were two months of sheer terror. Vivid details bring to light how they survived and the emotions they faced on a daily basis. Primary-source quotes bring the story to life.
Katie Woo and Her Big Ideas (Katie Woo)
by Fran ManushkinKatie Woo has big ideas about everything! From how to help at dinner to how to save the Earth, she always knows what to do. Sometimes things don't quite go according to plan. But that's no problem. Katie has big ideas of how to fix things, too!
A Dolphin Named Star (Seaside Sanctuary)
by Emma Carlson BerneSeaside Sanctuary is supposed to be a safe place for marine animals, but suddenly dolphins are getting sick-and no one can explain why. Since Elsa Roth spends all of her time at the sanctuary, a perk of her parents' jobs there, she's well acquainted with all the animals. Elsa is especially worried about Star, a young dolphin she bonded with after seeing him in his wild pen. When the crisis intensifies, it's up to Elsa to get to solve the mystery before it's too late for Star and the rest of the dolphins.
Katie Woo Loves School (Katie Woo)
by Fran ManushkinFor Katie Woo, school is one big adventure after another. Her teacher, Miss Winkle, makes every day special. She takes the class on exciting field trips and gives them fun, special projects. Katie and her classmates can't help but love school!
Video Games Save the World (Video Game Revolution)
by Heather E. SchwartzTo save the world, one must play video games. Sounds ridiculous, right? But in reality many people are looking to video games to tackle many of the world's problems. Take a closer look at the ways in which video games can help save the world.
Back Burn (Firestormers)
by Carl BowenWhile training new members for the FIRESTORMERS the world’s newest, most elite wildfire fighting crew a group of recruits goes missing inside a massive blaze. Their trainer, former special operations soldier Heath Rodgers, blames himself for their mistakes. If the new recruits are going to survive, Rodgers must lead the Firestormers into the flames before the past comes back to burn him.
Phantom of the Library (Snoops, Inc.)
by Brandon TerrellPendleton Library is proud to host an exhibit of original manuscripts by the famous horror author Gordon Price. But when a shadowy figure appears and the lights go out, the priceless manuscripts disappear! Did a spooky ghost really steal the scripts, or is something else going on? It's up to the Snoops, Inc., team to solve the case! Will the kid detectives find the clues and discover the truth behind the mysterious phantom of the library? Featuring a diverse cast of inner-city youth, this Snoops, Inc. mystery will be sure to keep struggling readers turning the page to find out!
Point Guard Prank
by Jake MaddoxSomeone keeps playing pranks on Ryan and it is starting to affect how he plays basketball. Who is the big prankster and why is he or she out to get Ryan? Part of the Jake Maddox series of books, this story is sure to hook young sports fans.
Oil-Soaked Wings (Seaside Sanctuary)
by Emma Carlson BerneAn oil spill in the ocean means destruction for both animals and their habitats-and lots of work for Seaside Sanctuary, where Elsa Roth's parents work. When pelicans are gravely hurt in the spill and brought into the sanctuary, Elsa and her friends are given important roles in caring for the birds. But the animals can't be released until their habitat is clean-and the company responsible for the spill doesn't seem interested in stepping up. Can Elsa and her friends spearhead the cleanup and save the pelicans?
Game Day Soccer (You Choose)
by Brandon TerrellTime to get on the soccer field! Your team is up against a mighty opponent, and your choices can mean the difference between a triumphant victory and a heartbreaking loss. Will you charge up the field with the ball yourself or pass it? Will you jump up for the header or hold off? Try to block the kick or let your goalie go for the save? The pressure is on. Do you have what it takes to lead your team to the big win?
Theseus and the Minotaur
by Blake HoenaAs a war tribute to Crete, King Aegeus of Athens is forced to give 14 tributes as a sacrifice to the minotaur, a creature that is half-man, half-bull. To complete his quest and save the tributes from a horrible fate, Theseus must travel to the heart of the Labyrinth and confront the ferocious beast himself. Follow Theseus' exciting adventure in graphic novel format.
Animal Attacks (True Survival Graphics)
by Jarred LujánA grumpy grizzly bear attacks a young hunter. A huge hippopotamus strikes an unsuspecting tourist. A ferocious great white shark chomps into an experienced surfer. These shocking, true animal attacks could have ended in tragedy—but they didn’t! What happened to the people who came face to face with these terrifying creatures? And how did they survive to tell their tales? Young readers will find out in this easy-to-read hi-lo graphic novel that will keep them on the edge of their seats!
Elisabeth and the Unwanted Advice (The Babysitter Chronicles)
by C. H. DerisoElisabeth Caldwell's first babysitting job is coming up none too soon. She needs to earn some cash to buy some new gear for her latest interest, tennis. When her grandma hears that Elisabeth will be babysitting, she offers up a list of advice. Meanwhile, Elisabeth is crushing on a boy, and her best pal has her own list of advice on how to get him. Unfortunately, Elisabeth soon finds out that not all advice is good, embarrassing herself terribly in the process! An engaging plot and high-interest themes make this an attractive choice for libraries. Core-curriculum-inspired back matter rounds out the title.
Hercules and His 12 Labors: An Interactive Mythological Adventure (You Choose)
by Anika FajardoYou are the mighty Greek hero Hercules. As a half-god, you are stronger than mere humans. You've faced many challenges. But now you face your most difficult test yet. The goddess Hera has given you a task worthy of a god—complete the dangerous 12 labors and live forever. Can you survive and win your immortality? Full-page illustrations, interactive stories, and multiple endings transport you back to ancient Greece and into Hercules' adventures from Greek mythology.
So Much Drama (Victoria Torres, Unfortunately Average)
by Julie BoweVictoria Torres dreams of being cast as Juliet in her class's production of Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet. So imagine her disappointment when she's cast as Friar Laurence, a bald old man! But Vicka knows that the way to shine in any role is to do your best. But will her best be enough to stop another disappointed cast member from completely sabotaging the big performance? The class play is turning to far more drama than even Shakespeare could have imagined! A recipe, tips for positive living, and discussion questions enhance this library edition.
Life or Death at Sea (You Choose)
by Matt DoedenAn adventure at sea has led to disaster, and now YOU are adrift. Water surrounds you as far as the eye can see. How will you find your way back to land? What will you eat and drink? And how long can you last on your own in the ocean? It&’s time to make some difficult choices. With some smart decision making and a little luck, perhaps you&’ll be able to survive being lost at sea!
My Rotten Stepbrother Ruined Snow White (My Rotten Stepbrother Ruined Fairy Tales)
by Jerry MahoneyKarate-chopping dwarfs and a triumphant Wicked Queen - Maddie loves fairy tales but has somehow broken Snow White. Together with her disgusting, annoying, just plain full-of-himself stepbrother, they must enter the story to fix the unhappy ever after. And Holden might be leaving forever. Wait, WHAT?
Planes in Peril (True Survival Graphics)
by Jarred LujánA plane carrying a mother and her baby plunges into the Colombian jungle. A solo pilot&’s aircraft goes down in shark-infested waters. Two people who barely know each other crash-land in the Canadian wilderness. These remarkable true tales could have ended in tragedy—but they didn&’t! What happened to these people when their planes went down? And how did they survive to tell their tales? Young readers will find out in this easy-to-read hi-lo graphic novel that will keep them on the edge of their seats!
Search and Rescue Teams: Saving People in Danger (EMERGENCY!)
by Justin PetersenWhen a boy is lost in the wilderness, it’s time for the experts to go to work. Curious readers can first learn how Search and Rescue teams prepare to search for lost people or help those whose lives are in danger. Then they can go on an exciting ride along to see how these brave people work to find people or save them in emergency situations.
Hell's Belles (Roller Girls)
by Megan SparksAnnie's roller derby team, the Liberty Belles, are finally on a winning streak. They plan a special Halloween bout with their arch rivals, the High Rollers. But Annie sprains her ankle. Will it heal in time for the bout? To make matters worse, Tyler seems to be ignoring her and flirting with Kelsey, her school's most popular cheerleader. At least Jesse is proving to be a good friend. He always seems to know exactly how to cheer her up.
Min and the Protests: A Tiananmen Square Survival Story (Girls Survive)
by Ailynn CollinsThirteen-year-old Min knows a lot about protesting, as both her parents are activists. But Min has yet to attend a protest. That all changes in June of 1989 when Min follows her parents to Tiananmen Square, where thousands of peaceful protestors are asking for political and economic changes. When the prime minister calls in the military, the peaceful protests become dangerous. Min is separated from her parents, and the square is filled with violence. Min&’s life will forever be changed after the Tiananmen Square protests.
Olivia Bitter, Spooked-Out Sitter (The Babysitter Chronicles)
by Jessica GundersonWith the start of seventh grade, Olivia's longtime friend, Beth, has found new interests and new friends. Now Olivia thinks if she could just afford the type of clothes that Beth now wears, maybe their friendship could be restored. Motivated by a need for cash, Olivia agrees to babysit for a family of four who recently moved to the neighborhood haunted house. Now she's not sure what's scarier: hearing countless creepy sounds or being responsible for four kids! High-interest themes, engaging plot, and useful core-curriculum-inspired back matter round out this library book.
The Big Muskie (Wilderness Ridge)
by Thomas Kingsley TroupeWes has never been fishing. He doesn’t even like eating fish! So when his best friend, Josh, invites him on a fishing trip to his family’s cabin, Wes isn’t too excited. But then Josh’s dad tells a story about catching a gigantic muskie. Soon Wes is hooked. He starts to enjoy fishing—and even eating fish. But he can’t stop thinking about what it would be like to hook a big muskie. Will his curiosity lead to a big catch?
Desaire de fútbol
by Jake MaddoxDespués de trabajar duro en la temporada baja, Quincy está emocionado de ascender a un equipo de fútbol de primer nivel y jugar con su amigo Will. Pero el resto de sus nuevos compañeros de equipo en los Vipers no están tan entusiasmados. Le dan la espalda a Quincy, lo que le dificulta encontrar su ritmo. Pero pronto, Quincy comienza a ganarse algo de respeto. Entonces su entrenador lo cambia a la alineación titular y mueve a Will al banco. ¿Podrá Quincy encontrar una manera de que Will vuelva al juego? ¿O su amistad flaqueará por el repentino desaire futbolístico? ¡Descúbrelo en este emocionante libro de capítulos fácil de leer de Jake Maddox! After working hard in the off-season, Quincy is thrilled to move up to a top-level soccer team and play with his friend Will. But the rest of his new teammates on the Vipers aren&’t so excited. They give Quincy the cold shoulder, making it difficult for him to find his groove. But soon, Quincy begins to earn some respect. Then his coach shifts him into the starting lineup—and moves Will to the bench. Can Quincy find a way to get Will back in the game? Or will their friendship falter over the sudden soccer snub? Find out in this exciting, easy-to-read chapter book by Jake Maddox!
Bri's Big Crush (The Babysitter Chronicles)
by Melinda MetzBrianna Edwards has a big crush on the new boy, David Massey. So when Mrs. Massey asks her to babysit David's younger siblings, Bri sees it as her opportunity to connect with David. In order to get her crush's attention, Bri pretends that she shares his interests. Now she's so busy being someone she's not that she's forgetting to do all the special things that make her a great babysitter. When will Bri figure out that being herself is the best way to get the boy AND the babysitting job? A high-interest topic, fast-paced plot, and core curriculum back matter features make this title from The Babysitter's Chronicles a great addition for libraries.